Stammer Stories

Happy New Year! To kick off the new year, we are starting with a great fun episode! Next in the series, I am joined by Vitor Moreira, you may know him from I Kissed A Boy but we are here to talk about life with a stammer, going on TV, his job in the aviation industry but also how important having the conversation is! 

We have so many things lined up for this year so please keep an eye out on all our socials over the next few days! 

The podcast is now available on your all favourite streaming platforms.

To celebrate the Christmas period, we are doing our own podcast advent! In our final installment, I am joined by Tanyel Revan, you may know her from Love Island but we are here to talk about stammering from the perspective of not having one and how important having the conversation is! We cover mental health, communities, stammering and the stigma of stammering and neurodiversity is in the media. This is a very raw but open conversation so I highly recommend you listen.

And that’s all for now folks in 2023! Thank you so much for your support this year, on behalf of the Stammer Stories Team, we wish you a very Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The podcast is now available on your all favourite streaming platforms.

To celebrate the Christmas period, we are doing our own podcast advent! Next in the series, I am joined by Matt Jameson, you may know him from MAFS but we are here to talk about communities and how important having the conversation is! We cover mental health, communties, stammering and the stigma of stammering and neurodiversity is in the media.

We have so many things lined up for this years festive period so please keep an eye out on all our socials over the next few days! 

The podcast is now available on your all favourite streaming platforms.

To celebrate the Christmas period, we are doing our own podcast advent! Next in the series, I am joined by Dr Eric Weiss & his wife Christine Weiss to talk about stem cell therapy that helps autistic people and being parents of a neurodiverse child! Not only did we talk about autism, Eric spoke about having a stammer growing up which no one else knows about and more.

We have so many things lined up for this year's festive period so please keep an eye out on all our socials over the next few days! 

The podcast is now available on your all favourite streaming platforms.

To celebrate the Christmas period, we are doing our own podcast advent! To kick off the series I am joined by Heartstopper’s Bradley Riches to talk about his new book ‘A different kind of superpower! Not only did we talk about autism, Bradley spoke about having a stammer growing up which no one else knows about. 

Make sure you pick up a copy of Bradley’s book and join us on December 10th in London or Brighton at the book tour as I will be hosting the Q&A with Bradley & James!

We have so many things lined up for this years festive period so please keep an eye out on all our socials over the next few days! 

The podcast is now available on your all favourite streaming platforms.

Happy International Stammer Awareness Day special! This year on the podcast I am joined by Sam, Thomas & Georgie who are part of the Action for Stammering Children Youth Panel. This is also our 50th special and 3rd ISAD special so a very exciting episode indeed.

We cover stammering from all different perspectives, we talk about advice, challenges and inspiring stories. We also talk about the very important work Action for Stammering Children do.

We have so many things lined up for this years ISAD so please keep an eye out on all our socials.

We may have a stammer but we will always just say it and always remember, what is the rush? Especially in a conversation 🙂

If you have a stammer, come and join us in our official Just Say It community on Storiboard? It is a safe space for you to share your story and connect with others from around the world who have a stammer. 

A massive thank you to all our cast and crew who have been involved in this project:

Cast:

• Erin Marlow
• Alexanda O'Reilly
• Sam Salter
• Harriet Dimmock
• Joe Dilling
• Rowan Ellett    Narrater
• Lianne Baffour-Awuah
• Ethan Remorino

Locations:

• Sunnydown School 
• The Surrey Coffee Company

Videographer: Naomi VDS

Writer: Rowan Ellett

Supporters:

• Storiboard
• Action for Stammering Children
• Jungle Creations
• Pearl & Dean
• Polestar

Produced & Directed

• William Laven

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Dave Coleman. Dave has a stammer and is doing some really inspiring work. In this episode we discuss Dave’s stammer journey, the stigma around stammering, We also talk about Dave’s fitness career and how his stammer affected him in the Royal Marines.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Dave’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Liv Durning. Liv has a stammer and is doing some really inspiring work. In this episode we discuss Liv’s stammer journey, the stigma around stammering, We also talk about Pixie’s job as being a nurse but also a lecturer with a stammer.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Liv’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

We are back! We took a small break over the festive period to spend time with family and plan some exciting projects. However 2023 is going to be a very exciting year for us here at Stammer Stories and we can’t wait to bring you on this journey. To start the year I am joined by Helen Rutter! Helen joins me to talk about her new book, The Funniest Boy In The World. We had great fun hearing about Billy Plimpton and also her experience of being a Mother of someone who stammers.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have also included Helen’s links and a link to buy the book! Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

To celebrate the year and the festive season, we have a very special guest on Stammer Stories. That is Sharon Gaffka! Some may know Sharon from Love Island but actually, Sharon does lots of interesting projects that not many people realise. Even though Sharon doesn’t have a stammer, it was really interesting to hear her perspective on stammering and also her thoughts about the stigma.

Congratulations to all the winners of the awards!

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Sharon’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Megan Tomkies. Megan has a stammer and is doing some really inspiring work in the stammer community. In this episode we discuss Megan’s stammer journey, the stigma around stammering, Megan has helped release a badge in M&S that has a sign which means the person you are talking has a stammer.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Megan’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

This week's episode is very special. Not only are we celebrating our first ever live recording it is also International Stammering Awareness Day! In this special episode, I am joined by the incredible Jessie Yendle aka Mimi Darling Beauty, Jessie share’s her stammer story but also we talk about the reality of having a stammer. It was also a huge speaking challenge for both of us as we had a live audience when we recorded. Make sure to keep an eye out to see some videos from the event but also some interviews as well.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Jessie’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Puneet Singhal. Puneet has a stammer and is doing some really inspiring work in the stammer community. In this episode we discuss Puneet’s stammer journey, the stigma around stammering, Puneet’s set up for people with a stammer and what it’s like living in India with a stammer.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Puneet’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Joe Dilling. Joe has a stammer and is a PT. In this episode we discuss Joe’s stammer journey, the stigma around stammering, Joe’s content on social media but also we talk about motivation and how fitness can change your perspective. This is a really inspiring episode for those that do and don’t stammer.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Joe’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Matt Sloper. Matt doesn’t have a stammer and he is the Head Coach at Carbon Coaching. In this episode we discuss Matt’s thoughts on stammering but also we talk about motivation and how fitness can change your perspective. This is a really inspiring episode for those that do and don’t stammer.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Matt's links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Neda Sahebelm. This is a special episode for me as Neda was my coach during my apprenticeship with Multiverse. Neda doesn’t have a stammer however we talk about our experiences of working together and how my stammer has changed her perspective on the topic. We also discuss the stigma around the topic, advice for people who wants to be a coach and more.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Zak Villeneuve-Snell. As Zak doesn’t stammer, we talk about his views on the topic but also our experience working together at the TEDxSurreyUniversity Refresh event. We also cover all things bullying and the triggers of stammering. Fun Fact!

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Zak’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to a very special episode of Stammer Stories! Not only is it a birthday special for me, but this episode is also our first partnership for the podcast. For this episode, we have very excitingly joined up with Noala. We are joined by Rachael Iaquinto, a Speech & Language Therapist and a Noala Ambassador. We discuss her career, my SLT journey with my stammer, her perspectives on the stigma and how she uses Noala for her work. Here is a bit of info about Noala:

Noala is on a mission to make speech and language mainstream, opening up access to more families. This matters as communication is the very essence of human interaction.

We are building a meaningful community, connecting professionals from all around the world, sharing insights and experiences.

Noala Pro is a digital platform tailored for speech and language professionals, offering all the resources they need in their day-to-day practice. Giving professionals peace of mind in doing more of what they love.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter pages. I have included both Noala’s and Rachael's links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Mashael AlBanyan. We discuss Mashael’s stammer and what it was like growing up. As Mashael is in Saudia Arabia we talk about what it’s like having a stammer over there. We also cover all things bullying and the triggers of stammering.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. I have included Edward’s links as well. Also, if you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Kerry-Ann Goode! We discuss Kerry-Ann’s stammer and what it was like growing up, we also discuss her job and how her stammer affects it. Kerry-Ann has a really interesting stammering history in her family so we touch on that. We also cover all things bullying and the triggers of stammering.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Ethan Remorino! We discuss Ethan’s stammer and what it was like growing up, we also discuss his new job which is Cabin Crew at TUI and how his stammer affects it. We also cover all things bullying and the triggers of stammering.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out! I have also included Paul’s links as well so go and take a look!

Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Paul Gerrard! We discuss Paul’s stammer and what it was like growing up, we also discuss his job which is a Campaigns and Public Affairs Director at the Co-op and how his stammer affects it.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out! I have also included Paul’s links as well so go and take a look!

 Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories! In this episode, I am joined by Shil Shanghavi! We discuss Shil’s stammer and what it was like growing up, we also discuss his job as a public speaker. Here is a bit more about Shil.

Shil is a public speaking specialist, storyteller and a highly regarded speaker coach.

What makes Shil's achievements remarkable is his lifelong battle with a severe  speech impediment and the enormous drain it has had on his career, relationships  and mental health. He decided to tackle these challenges by pursuing a career which  most people would avoid - public speaking.

Shil is the Head of Speaker Coaching for TEDxPerth, Board member for Guerrilla  Establishment, a presentation mentor with Impact100 WA, a public speaking expert  for Modern People and a Public Speaking industry expert for WA Leaders. He is a  pioneer in his field having introduced the concept of public speaking in virtual reality,  which is unique to Perth, and rare to the world. It's just one of the groundbreaking  concepts Shil has developed to disrupt the speaking game.

In 2021, SHIL, an award-winning short film documentary of Shil's life story was  released globally. The documentary is an intimate, behind the scenes look at Shil's  story documenting his public speaking journey.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram, TikTok and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out! I have also included Shil’s links as well so go and take a look!

To celebrate the year and the festive season, we have a very special guest on Stammer Stories. That is Ed Balls! Some may know Ed as a member of cabinet in parliament or even on Strictly. Not many people know that Ed stammers, he only realised he had one in his early forties. In this episode we discuss Ed’s stammering story, how it has affected him in his career but also the work he does for the Michael Palin Centre.

Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out! I have also included Ed’s social media so go and take a look!

 Welcome to the next episode of Stammer Stories with a guest! In this episode I am joined by Aisling Lacey. Aisling has a stammer and has recently published a study around stammering in sport. In this episode we discuss Maya’s stammer, her studies but also how having a stammer could take a toll on people participating in sport. Please make sure to give us a follow on whatever platform you are listening to this on but also on our Instagram and Twitter page. If you would also like to be a guest, please reach out! I have also included Aislings Twitter and Instagram so go and take a look!