This is my mental health podcast for teenagers and adults, providing expert advice and support for staying psychologically healthy. Please do share, download and recommend to others, as I want this information to get out there and do some good. Thank you for listening and please also follow me on Instagram, Twitter and Tiktok for more content.Take care,Dr Mark
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As a digital marketing professional, I spend much of my time online. The internet provides plenty of fantastic opportunities for us all, but it can also be draining. With so much noise, finding peace and time to reflect is more essential than ever before. Through inspirational conversations with key individuals, The Social Sanctuary takes a closer look at important topics across the digital space, covering everything from cyberbullying to online influencers, how to get young people into work ...
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Episode 31 Living With ADHD - Tom's Story
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Living with ADHD can present it's own unique challenges and difficulties. Sadly, it can create additional mental health problems for the person. As a psychologist, this is something that I regularly help my patients deal with. In this episode I speak with Tom McCormick, he is a young man that is living with ADHD. Tom has struggled with his mental h…
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Episode 30 Trauma & Breath Work - Interview With Pat Divilly
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Working with patients who have experienced trauma is part of my job as a psychologist. Trauma changes how the brain and the body functions and treatment is needed to assist and support that patient to recover. Breath work is a form of treatment that is used to support people who have experienced trauma. In this episode, I have the privilege to talk…
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I Have Issues - Episode 29 ATTACHMENT - What's Your Style & Why That Matters?
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Have you been told that you have an issue with attachment? Do you fall into the same negative patterns in relationships? Do you have a fear of abandonment and crave relationship security, often causing you dreadful anxiety? Attachment is something that we all share in common, as we are hard-wired to attach to other people. However, we don't have th…
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Episode 28 SURVIVING SUICIDE - Tanya's Story
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Living with mental health difficulties can sometimes cause the person to become hopeless and feel that life is just too hard to live. This can leave the person vulnerable to having suicidal thoughts, which can change into plans and attempts. As a psychologist, this is something that I regularly help my patients deal with. In this episode I speak wi…
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Episode 27 VICARIOUS TRAUMA -- What Is It & How You Can Manage It.
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Do you suffer from vicarious trauma? Do you know what it is and how it can effect you? If you do have vicarious trauma, what can you do about it? Vicarious trauma can be a serious issue for people who's job it is work with people who have been traumatised. It is also an issue for people who witness trauma happening to other people. Certain professi…
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Episode 26 SELF AWARENESS - Why You Need This.
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How well do you know yourself on a psychological level? Would you say that you have good self-awareness ? Have you been told that you have low or no self-awareness? Self-awareness is an issue that lots of people can struggle with. People with this issue can say and do things without consideration or understanding the impact on other people. They ca…
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Episode 25 LONELINESS - How You Can Beat it.
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Do you struggle with bouts of loneliness? Is loneliness causing you poor mental health? Are you concerned about the impact of loneliness on someone you care about? Loneliness has been been described as a disease that can cause poor mental and physical health. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, loneliness has taken it's toll on people all over the world, …
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Are you experiencing grief? Are you trying to support someone who is grieving? Grief is one of the most intense psychological experiences we can go through. It consumes our life, leaving us feeling lost, hopeless and scared. Grief can cause a number of physical and mental health problems and sadly, grief can even end your life. Why is grief such a …
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I Have Issues - Episode 23 TOXIC MASCULINITY
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What exactly is Toxic Masculinity? How does someone develop the issue of Toxic Masculinity? What can you do if you have an issue with Toxic Masculinity or know someone who has? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I explore the issue of Toxic Masculinity. This is an issue that is discussed a lot in the media at the moment and the impact that …
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Do you feel you have Burnout? Is Burnout something that you are concerned about, for you or for someone you care about? What exactly is Burnout and is it really such a big deal? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Burnout. Burnout is a serious issue, creating poor physical and mental health for the person who has it. B…
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Have you been told you have an issue with Narcissism? Do you have someone in your life that you believe has an issue with Narcissism? Is there a Narcissist that is causing chaos in your life? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Narcissism. Someone with the issue of Narcissism will struggle with their relationships and …
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Are you living with the pain of a broken heart? Have you been dealing with the end of a relationship that you didn't want to finish? Does your broken heart cause you to find life a struggle to live? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of heartbreak. A broken heart can happen to any of us and for lots of different reasons.…
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Do you feel insecure about some aspect of yourself? Do you find it hard to accept yourself for all that you are? Does insecurity cause you to feel sad, anxious or depressed? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of insecurity. We can all feel insecurity and managing it is not always easy. We may feel anxious, scared and sad…
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Do you find it hard to express your emotions and feelings? Do you try to control your feelings because you are afraid to appear weak? Have you been told that you are emotionally repressed? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of control. Control can be used as a way to deal with feelings we don't like and are afraid to exp…
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National Coming Out Day Special: Dr Mark Rackley Chartered London Psychologist on How to Accept Your Sexuality, Big Brother, Mental Health and Finding Balance
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It's National Coming Out Day and I'm joined by Chartered London Psychologist, Dr Mark Rackley to chat about how to accept your sexuality, Mark's time on Big Brother's Bit On The Side, mental health and finding balance. Dr. Mark Rackley is a qualified counselling psychologist from Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland, with extensive experience in helpin…
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Transforming Kitchens and Lives: Ben Locke's Journey towards Ethical, Sustainable, and Affordable Home Makeovers
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I'm joined by Ben Locke of Re-Faced - Ben speaks about how he has set up a thriving family business, Re-Faced, to be a force for good in the community. We'll delve into his journey of creating ethical and sustainable kitchens and how he's using vinyl wrapping to breathe new life into old spaces. We'll also learn about his mission to give back to th…
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I Have Issues - Episode 17 TEENAGE SUICIDE
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Suicide rates in England for 15-19 year olds are the highest they have been in 30 years. The loss of any young person to suicide is utterly tragic and obviously devasting to their family, friends and community. In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of teenage suicide. I'm honoured to be joined by Ben West. In 2018, when Ben…
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Are you someone who is living with a diagnosis of Autism? Do you think you may have Autism? Are you a family member, partner or friend of someone who has Autism? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Autism. There can be a lot of misunderstanding, confusion and misinformation around Autism, leading to people struggling t…
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Do you struggle with Anorexia? Are you concerned that someone you know may have an issue Anorexia? Are you a family member or friend of someone living with Anorexia? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Anorexia. I'm joined by Dr Adrienne Key, (Consultant Psychiatrist) who has spent over 25 years in both the NHS and pri…
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Are you regularly using recreational drugs and this has now become a problem for you? Are you using drugs as a coping mechanism to deal with your life and feel trapped? Are you concerned that someone you care about does or may have a problem with drugs? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of drugs. People who have an issu…
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Do you find it hard to trust people? Are you weary of people's motives and are overly paranoid or suspicious? Do you put up a protective barrier to keep people away, as you feel that people in general can't be trusted? Have you been told that you have trust issues? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of trust. Having an i…
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Do you struggle with gambling issues? Are you concerned that someone you know may have an issue with gambling? Are you worried that you might be addicted to gambling ? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of gambling. I'm joined by Professor Colin O'Gara, a consultant psychiatrist for the past twenty years. Since 2007, he …
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Do you struggle to accept parts of who you are? Do you hide the truth about yourself out or fear of judgement or shame? Do you lie to stop people finding out about your life and so live a double-life instead? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of denial. Denial is a defence mechanism used to hide the truth about aspects …
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Are you someone who is living with a diagnosis of ADHD? Do you think you may have ADHD? Are you a family member, partner or friend of someone who has ADHD? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of ADHD. There can be a lot of misunderstanding, confusion and misinformation around ADHD, leading to people struggling to make sen…
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Do you struggle with jealousy in relationships? Are you prone to being paranoid about people in your life being faithful? Do you engage in controlling behaviours because you feel insecure? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of jealousy. Jealousy can cause damage in your relationships and can lead to physical, emotional a…
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I Have Issues - Episode 8 MENTAL HEALTH IN CHILDREN
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Are you a concerned parent worried about your child's mental health? Do you have a child who struggles with their mental health? Do you know how to talk to you child about mental health? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of mental health in children. This can be a worrying issue for parents and caregivers, as they may n…
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The Efficiency Master: Gareth Hoyle Shares His Journey to a Four-Day Work Week
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Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Gareth Hoyle, Managing Director at Marketing Signals, who has successfully implemented a four-day work week for his employees. Gareth shares with us his reasons behind the decision, the challenges he faced, and the benefits that have been seen since the shift. A key takeaway from this episode is the import…
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From Policing to Pizza to Non-Executive Director: An Inspirational Journey with Nicola Frampton
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In this episode, Harvey sits down with Nicola Frampton, Non-Executive Director of Frasers Group PLC and UK Operations Director of Dominos Pizza. Nicola shares her journey from leaving school at 16 to join West Yorkshire Police to becoming a Director in the retail industry. Nicola provides valuable advice for young people starting out in their caree…
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Do you feel worthless? Do you feel everyone else deserves to be happy and you don't? Do you find find you only focus on the negative parts of life and not the positives? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of shame. Shame can leave us feeling worthless, with low self-esteem and low self-confidence. We need to manage shame…
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Breaking Down Gender Stereotypes and The Power of Pilates for Recovery with Anaya Grover, Founder of Men Do Pilates and Elite Athlete Trainer
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Anaya Grover is a certified Pilates instructor and the founder of Men Do Pilates. She fell in love with Pilates after picking up a sports injury 20 years ago and has been sharing her knowledge and passion for Pilates ever since. Anaya qualified as a Pilates Teacher with Body Control Pilates – Europe’s largest training organisation. Her own injury a…
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I Have Issues - Episode 6 TEENAGE SELF-HARM
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Are you a teenager who is self-harming? Are you a parent of a teenager who is self-harming? Are you concerned that someone you care about maybe self-harming? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of teenage self-harm. Self-harming behaviours are something many teenagers use as a coping mechanism to deal with psychological d…
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From Starting a Blog to Presenting on Steph's Packed Lunch and Sort Your Life Out with Mr Carrington
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Iwan, known professionally as Mr Carrington, is a London based content creator and television presenter dedicated to sharing lifestyle and home content with his engaged audience. Iwan formed his online presence in 2013 and created distinct platforms on youtube and instagram that allowed him to share his passion for fashion and home renovation, incl…
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Do you have a difficult relationship with alcohol? Are you using alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with your life? Are you concerned that someone you care about may have a problem with alcohol? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of alcohol. People who have an issue with alcohol can struggle with managing the impact o…
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Do you struggle to let go of your mistakes? Are you a people-pleaser? Do you overly-apologise and accept responsibility for when things go wrong, even if it is not your fault? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of guilt. Guilt as an issue can be toxic and leave us desperately trying to please other people at the expense …
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Do you lose your temper easily? Have you been told you have anger issues? Do you get easily frustrated and find it hard to stay calm? In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of anger. Anger as an issue can cause real challenges in our life and can lead to social isolation and relationship difficulties as people choose not to …
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Do you suffer with anxiety, overthinking, panic attacks or excessive worry? Is your life controlled by fear of what could go wrong? Do you prefer control and predictability to taking a risk and being impulsive? The issue of fear can cause all of the above and shrink our world as we are afraid to try new things and live life to the full. In this epi…
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I have issues... You have issues... They have issues... We've all said these words, but what do we mean when we talk about issues? This episode will explain what issues are, how they end up in our life and most importantly, what we can do about them. I'm a Chartered Psychologist for the past 16 years and this is my podcast offering a professional p…
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#2 Pursuing Your Passion and How His Nan & Mum Sparked His Passion for Cooking and with Luke Catleugh, London Lifestyle YouTube & Food Creator
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I loved chatting to Luke Catleugh, London Lifestyle and Food YouTuber. Luke has been vlogging his life since 2017, and regularly shares updates covering everything from shopping and cooking to travelling. Luke has over 35,000 subscribers on YouTube and was named as one of Hello Magazine's Rising Stars for 2022. In this episode, Luke tells us how hi…
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#1 Creating a Healthy Skincare Routine, Discovering Your Skin Type, Menopause Skincare Advice and The Importance of SPF with Izzy Gannon of Fixation Skincare
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To kick off Season 3, I'm chatting to Izzy Gannon of Fixation Skincare. Izzy founded Fixation Skincare in 2018 and prides herself on delivering ethical, results driven facial and body treatments to all. Her motivation is to provide her clients with visible results to improve and combat skin complaints and concerns. Fixation Skincare offers a wide r…
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Cinema Isn't Dead! The Rise of Streaming Services, Social Media Trolls and Pure Escapism - Film Special with Andy Meakin and Lee Ford of The FilmFile Podcast
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In my latest bonus episode, I chat to Andy Meakin and Lee Ford of The FilmFile Podcast about why cinema isn't dead, the rise of streaming services, their experiences with social media trolls and whether Black Widow can perform well at the Box Office. We also dive into a deeper discussion about Andy and Lee's interests in film, how cinemas are recov…
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Loneliness Awareness Week Special with Louisa "Wizzi" Magnussen, Founder of MindsAnonymous.com
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The Social Sanctuary is back with a special bonus episode for #LonelinessAwarenessWeek 2021. Today, I'm chatting to Louisa "Wizzi" Magnussen, founder of https://mindsanonymous.com, Radio Host and Owner of https://wiz-media.co.uk. Wizzi and I chat about loneliness as we move out of lockdown after a recent article published by The Guardian states tha…
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#6 From Student Radio to BBC Radio 1, Making the News Easy to Understand and Telling Great Stories with Will Chalk, Multimedia Journalist at BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat
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On the final episode of The Social Sanctuary Series 2, I chat to Will Chalk, Multimedia Journalist for the Newsbeat team at the BBC. Will produces news and features for BBC Radio 1 and he started his journey in Student Radio before working in local radio and then moving on to his dream job at BBC Radio 1. Find out more about Will's career so far, a…
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#5 How to Help Your Children Sleep, Overcoming Nighttime Fears and Creating Healthy Sleep Routine with Lucy Shrimpton - The Sleep Nanny
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How can you help your children to get better quality sleep? On today's episode, I discuss overcoming nighttime fears, creating a healthy sleep routine and where our nightmares come from with Lucy Shrimpton, The Sleep Nanny. Lucy also shares nursery decor ideas and busts some old myths around sleep! Lucy Shrimpton is one of the world’s leading child…
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#4 Positive Influencers, Upholding Personal Values and The Law of Attraction with Brogan Tate, Lifestyle Vlogger and Digital Content Creator
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I loved chatting to Brogan Tate, Lifestyle Vlogger and Digital Content Creator on today's episode of The Social Sanctuary. Brogan and I discuss positive influencers and whether it's really fair to paint influencers with the same brush. We also chat about the importance of upholding your personal values when making business decisions and Brogan shar…
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#3 Video Games in Youth Culture and Building New Worlds with Sean Gorman, Level Designer at nDreams
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On this episode, I chat to Sean Gorman, Level Designer, Environment Artist and World Builder about Video Games in Youth Culture, Creating New Worlds and Forging a Successful Career. Sean is a London based, experienced video game developer with over 4+ years of professional in-house work experience in the games industry; as a Level Designer and prio…
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#2 Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse, How to Spot Narcissism In A Relationship and Dealing With A Jealous Partner with Emma Davey
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I loved chartting to Emma Davey, qualified integrative counsellor and a recovery coach for victims that have suffered from Narcissistic Abuse on today's episode. Emma and I discuss her own personal experiences of being in a narcissistic relationship and Emma shares ways you can overcome narcissistic abuse. We also share how you should deal with a j…
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#1 Addiction, Stepping Back Outside and Living in the Moment with Samantha Carbon
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Welcome back to The Social Sanctuary, I'm thrilled to be back for Series 2. To kick off the series, I chat to Samantha Carbon of Samantha Carbon Therapy and Baker Street Therapy in London. Samantha and I dive into a discussion all about addiction, stepping back outside and living in the moment. Samantha became interested in the area of psychotherap…
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A Festive Look Back - Series 1 Highlights
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On series one, I interviewed seven fantastic guests, and we totally sleighed it! The support on series one of The Social Sanctuary has been phenomenal, so I wanted to take a festive look back at highlights from each episode (with added jingle bells, of course!) Once again, a huge thank you to all of my series one guests and to my lovely listeners f…
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#6 Black Lives Matter, Encouraging the Next Generation of Bakers and Using Your Voice with Chikumo Fiseko, Blogger and Entrepreneur
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On the sixth and final episode of the current series, I loved chatting to Chikumo Fiseko, Founder and Managing Director of Nyina, Founder of Mostly Muffins and Blogger at A Diary of a Chik. We discussed Black Lives Matter, how Chikumo is inspiring the next generation of bakers and using your voice on social media. Chikumo is a Belfast based serial …
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#5 Supporting Young People into Work, Standing Out from the Crowd and Making a Difference with Laura-Jane Rawlings of Youth Employment UK
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Are the government doing enough to support our young people into work? On episode 5 of The Social Sanctuary, I chat to Laura-Jane Rawlings, Founder and CEO of Youth Employment UK. Laura-Jane shares her top tips on how you can stand out from the crowd when job hunting and we discuss why it's important to use your time wisely and how you can make a d…
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