The ALLFM Training Podcast

🎙 Welcome to the Me Time Podcast Episode 5— where we share stories, news, and conversations that amplify the voices of people with learning disabilities.

This special episode is all about Learning Disability Week 2025, with the powerful theme Do You See Me?
Together, Me Time podcast team share real experiences, poems, and reflections on being seen, heard, included and valued.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
🗣️ Honest stories about the hurt of being ignored—and learning to speak up
📝 A brilliant original poem about inclusion and everyday access
🎧 Reflections on podcast training at ALL FM and the joy of sharing our voices

It’s a moving and empowering episode, full of courage, creativity, and community spirit.

📧 Got an idea or want to get involved?
Contact Becky: Becky.Goodwin@mencap.org.uk
📞 Call: 0161 336 8881

💚 Thanks for listening – and don’t forget to follow and share to spread the word!

The Hype is all about so-called "ordinary people" - but these are no ordinary people... listen to the experiences of the shining examples of humanity who live alongside us.

Conceived by Suzi Hoffman.

Supported by Jane Goetzee

 

 

🎙 Welcome to the Me Time Podcast — where we share stories, news, and conversations that amplify the voices of people with learning disabilities.

In this episode, the Me Time team take us on a journey through a very special community project: the Jubilee Gardens makeover in Denton.

🌱 You’ll hear about:
🛠️ How the garden project began — and why it matters
🌼 Interviews with the amazing people helping to transform the space
💬 Reflections on teamwork, nature, and making a difference

It’s a joyful, honest, and uplifting conversation — full of community spirit and the kind of stories that remind us what’s possible when we work together.

If you’d like to get involved or have ideas for future episodes, we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Contact Becky: Becky.Goodwin@mencap.org.uk
📞 Or call: 0161 336 8881

💚 Thanks for listening — and don’t forget to follow and share the podcast to spread the word!

This podcast is created by people with learning disabilities in partnership with 96.9 ALL FM.

Welcome to the Me Time Podcast, where we share stories, news, and conversations that amplify the voices of people with learning disabilities.

In this episode, Robert, Krishna, and Paul sit down with volunteers from Autotrader to talk about their careers, their favorite cars, and their experience spending the day at MENCAP Denton. Our interviewers did an incredible job, asking thoughtful questions about:

🚗 What it’s like to work in the car industry
🏎️ Their dream vehicles – from luxury sports cars to a Toyota Aygo with an epic sound system!
🤝 Why they chose to volunteer with MENCAP and what they learned from the experience

It’s an insightful and heartwarming chat, full of great stories and moments of connection. A huge thank you to our Autotrader guests for joining us and to our brilliant interviewers for another fantastic episode.

If you’d like to get involved or have ideas for future interviews, contact us at:
📧 Becky.Goodwin@mencap.org.uk
📞 0161 336 8881

Don’t forget to follow us on Podbean and stay tuned for more episodes from the Me Time Tameside team!

This podcast is created by people with learning disabilities in partnership with 96.9 ALL FM.

In this episode of the Mencap Me Time Podcast, our presenters interview Mencap members, volunteers, and staff about their experiences.

Megan, a student and volunteer, explains how her cousin's positive experience inspired her to get involved, helping her gain valuable skills for her future career as a learning disability nurse.

Paul, a volunteer, shares his role keeping Mencap running smoothly and talks about his social activities, like calling bingo at the Lower Arms and attending the Luncheon Club.

Finally, connection agent Becky discusses her passion for supporting members in creating community projects and how Mencap’s values resonate deeply with her.

This podcast is created by people with learning disabilities in partnership with 96.9 ALL FM.

On this first episode of the Mencap Me Time Podcast, the team shares their experiences at Mencap, highlighting the supportive and inclusive environment that supports community members to thrive. Participants talk about enjoying a range of activities like baking, shopping, and walking, while also discussing how Mencap has helped build their confidence, develop volunteer roles, and foster a sense of community. 

This podcast was created by people with learning disabilities in partnership with 96.9 ALL FM. 

A short test for Dec 21

Jane

We'll help you to make a podcast of your own with us and upload it on to our website. Go to www.allfm.org to find out about our courses.

ALLFM are happy to be hosting your podcasts.  You are now part of the real voice of Manchester.

First try JG