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UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. Its primary aim is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities. The hosts represent the African & Caribbean communities in Northern Ireland. There are: Angela, Nattassa, Raquel and Yolande. UnMute Now Podcast- "Raising the volume on the whispered conversations in our communities"
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S5 Ep|8: Funding Diverse Communities with Kate Beggs

UnMute NowJul 21, 2023

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S5 Ep|8: Funding Diverse Communities with Kate Beggs

S5 Ep|8: Funding Diverse Communities with Kate Beggs

In this episode UnMute Now speaks with Kate Beggs, the Northern Ireland Director of The National Lottery Community Fund. We discuss how grassroot and other non- profit community organisations can access funding and just how the Fund goes about ensuring diverse communities can benefit.

This is a very relevant and enlightening conversation. Let us know your thoughts by getting in touch with us.

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Jul 21, 202329:44
S5 Ep|7: Cancel Culture

S5 Ep|7: Cancel Culture

Should we cancel 'cancel culture'? This is the question we're asking in this episode as we look at the phenomenon and how it affects people's lives and livelihoods. We also consider whether it has a more adverse effect on people from diverse backgrounds.

Our special guest is community activist, Sipho Sibanda. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities. Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new episode. Thank you! Social Media Contact: Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnMuteNow/ Instagram: @UnMuteNow Twitter: @UnMuteNow1 Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com Find our Podcast on these platforms: Anchor Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts © UnMute Now Podcast by UKPivot 2023

Jul 14, 202333:56
S5 Ep|5: Hot & Bothered

S5 Ep|5: Hot & Bothered

"Hot & Bothered"- Real Talk about Menopause.

In this episode, we discuss the different phases of menopause and coping mechanisms as well as mental health and wellness for women.

SPECIAL GUESTS Roisin Hillman Dr Daniel Gboloo-Teye UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities. Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new episode. Thank you! Social Media Contact: Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnMuteNow/ Instagram: @UnMuteNow Twitter: @UnMuteNow1 Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com Find our Podcast on these platforms: Anchor Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts © UnMute Now Podcast by UKPivot 2023

Jul 11, 202339:31
S5 Ep|6: Privilege- Do You Have It?

S5 Ep|6: Privilege- Do You Have It?

In this episode, we have an insightful about UK Pivot's Privilege Project with some of the participants in that project.

Based on a similar exercise conducted by Harvard University, the project explores the concept of privilege in the Northern Irish context, through a 'Privilege Walk'. The documentary showing the results of that project can be watched on the UnMute Now Youtube channel.

SPECIAL GUESTS James Uhomoibhi Mimi Unamayo Jade McKee Grace Koch

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities. Social Media Contact: Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnMuteNow/ Instagram: @UnMuteNow Twitter: @UnMuteNow1 Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com Find our Podcast on these platforms: Anchor Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts © UnMute Now Podcast by UKPivot 2023

Jul 10, 202344:49
S5 Ep|4 Finding Repair in Reparations ft Dr. Esther Stanford Xosei

S5 Ep|4 Finding Repair in Reparations ft Dr. Esther Stanford Xosei

We present episode 4: "Finding Repair inReparations" with our special guest Esther Stanford Xosei. In this episode, we speak to Esther about reparations being more than financial compensation. We discuss how colonialism affected and still affects us today. This conversation may encourage you to think differently about reparations.

Esther Stanford Xosei is a Motherist, Jurisconsult, Decolonial Reparationist and community advocate specialising in the critical legal praxis of ‘law as resistance’ as an approach to social movement, lawyering, Mother Earth Jurisprudence and eco-socio-legal transformation from below.

Let us know your thoughts about this episode by contacting us!

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Jun 23, 202339:40
S5 Ep|3: Women at Work

S5 Ep|3: Women at Work


In Episode 3, we speak with Patricia Morgan a healthcare professional and Sibongile Mude a professional in the pharmaceutical industry who chose to start her own business venture. Let us know if their experiences and journeys resonate with you. We'd love to hear your thoughts.


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Jun 18, 202341:37
S5 Ep|2 Marriage Talk: Is Love Enough?

S5 Ep|2 Marriage Talk: Is Love Enough?

In Episode 2, we dig deep with our guest Denise Hughes into Marriage Talk - is love enough? What are your thoughts on starting over? Divorce? Balancing work life and relationship all while constantly evolving can lead to challenges in most relationships. Denise shares a bit of her personal story to shed light on how she navigated some of these challenges. Let us know if the conversation raised any questions or provided any answers for you. We'd love to hear your thoughts.


Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new audio. Thank you! Social Media Contact: 

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Jun 09, 202331:33
S5 Ep|1 Introduction to Season 5: We're back!

S5 Ep|1 Introduction to Season 5: We're back!

Hi guys! UnMute Now podcast is back for an exciting new season. We are now in Season 5 and we want you to know that we are continuing to raisie the volume on the whispered conversations in our communities. We have some dynamic episodes coming up and some candid guests who will definitely spark some conversations around your dinner table! We have been busy behind the scenes and you will hear a bit about the many things we've done and are still doing all while having these important conversations. So, stay tuned, give us a like, follow, comment, share and rate us so we can keep on bringing you more content!


Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new audio. Thank you! Social Media Contact: 

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Jun 08, 202318:03
Levelling Up Series: Ep 8- Dr. Dadebo- Health Issues Facing The Black Community

Levelling Up Series: Ep 8- Dr. Dadebo- Health Issues Facing The Black Community

In this 8th and final episode of our special Levelling Up series, we present Dr. Dadebo. Dr. Dadebo is a graduate of the School of Medical Sciences at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology- Ghana in 1991. Currently he is a locum specialist registrar in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. He holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Medicine and a PHD in Exercise Physiology. In this presentation, he discusses health issues within the Black community and prescribes healthier practices and personal responsibility in developing awareness for self-advocacy.

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed 'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!

Presented By UK Pivot

Web: www.ukpivot.com

Jan 20, 202329:29
Levelling Up Series: Ep 7- Clover Watts - Recruitment & Employability: Get To Know Your HR

Levelling Up Series: Ep 7- Clover Watts - Recruitment & Employability: Get To Know Your HR

In this seventh week of the series, we present Clover Watts an HR professional with 25 years in the business. Clover tells us what HR is really for and how best to utilise your HR department.

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed 'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!

Presented By UK Pivot

Web: www.ukpivot.com

Jan 15, 202335:40
Levelling Up Series: Ep 6- Sylvia Ombati - Recruitment & Employability: Make Your CV Stand Out!

Levelling Up Series: Ep 6- Sylvia Ombati - Recruitment & Employability: Make Your CV Stand Out!

In this sixth week of the series, we bring Sylvia Ombati, a successful recruiter in the filed of Tech. In this episode Sylvia offers insight into what recruiters look for when they see your CV. She gives tips on how to make your CV stand out above the rest and how to put your best foot forward to land an interview and your dream job.

In  October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed  'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking  discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with  Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing  these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and  right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!


Presented By UK Pivot

Web: www.ukpivot.com

Jan 15, 202351:49
Levelling Up Series: Ep 5 - Marta Aluko - The Power of Social Media

Levelling Up Series: Ep 5 - Marta Aluko - The Power of Social Media

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed 'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!

In this fifth week of the series, we bring Marta Aluko, an entrepreneur and social media consultant who will be talking about the power of social media. 

Presented By UK Pivot

Web: www.ukpivot.com

Dec 30, 202228:08
Levelling Up Series: Ep 4 - Dr Lisa Whitten - Brexit & Immigration

Levelling Up Series: Ep 4 - Dr Lisa Whitten - Brexit & Immigration

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed 'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel! 

In this fourth week of the series, we bring Dr Lisa Whitten, an academic at Queen's University, Belfast who will be discussing the impact of Brexit as it pertains to migrant communities. 

Presented By UK Pivot 

Web: www.ukpivot.com

Dec 23, 202246:19
Levelling Up Series: Ep 3 - Dr Daniel Gboloo-Teye

Levelling Up Series: Ep 3 - Dr Daniel Gboloo-Teye

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed 'Levelling Up'. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming. They dealt with Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more and we are bringing these presentations to you over a period of 8 weeks, on Youtube and right here on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!

In this third week of the series, we bring Dr Daniel Gboloo-Teye who speaks to the importance of physical exercise for our mental health. Very informative!

Presented By UK Pivot

Web: www.ukpivot.com


Dec 16, 202245:55
Levelling Up Series: Ep2- Esther Stanford Xosei: “Time for Change”

Levelling Up Series: Ep2- Esther Stanford Xosei: “Time for Change”

We bring you Esther Stanford Xosei in episode 2 of our “Levelling Up” series of presentations held during the recently concluded Black History Month in October. Esther is a Motherist, Jurisconsult, Decolonial Reparationist and Community Advocate specialising in the critical legal praxis of ‘law as resistance’ as an approach to social movement, lawyering, Mother Earth Jurisprudence and eco-socio-legal transformation from below. In this powerful presentation Esther speaks on the 2022 UK Black History Month theme: “Time for Change, action not words”.

The theme focused on the double-burden Black people carry: experiencing racism and discrimination and then being expected to fix the problem themselves.

Dec 09, 202249:24
Levelling Up Series: Ep1- Lori Gatsi-Barnett on Entrepreneurship

Levelling Up Series: Ep1- Lori Gatsi-Barnett on Entrepreneurship

In October 2022, UK Pivot held a dynamic two day Symposium dubbed Levelling Up. Engaging presenters provided thought-provoking discussions which were life-changing and affirming every Friday night at 8pm for the next 8 weeks, we will be bringing these deep discussions and powerful presentations on Health, Migration, Brexit, Entrepreneurship and more to you right here on You Tube and on your favourite UnMute Now podcast channel!

On today’s episode, Lori Gatsi Barnett takes us through the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship!

#unmutenowpodcast #ukpivot #levellingup

Dec 02, 202231:19
S4|Ep8 - GenZ Voice: "Live Finale"

S4|Ep8 - GenZ Voice: "Live Finale"

Join all the GenZ Ladies and UK Pivot Hosts for the final episode of Season 4 Finale live!!

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast!

For this season, we have been  sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development program which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune in to this season finale episode as they share their views on the summer mentoring program and their experiences on the podcast.  They will also be raising their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics as they close out this season. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!


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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Nov 21, 202234:25
S4|Ep7 - GenZ Voice: "Old But Gold"

S4|Ep7 - GenZ Voice: "Old But Gold"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast!

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development program which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!

In this episode, the GenZ ladies discuss things that their parent or other older generations have instilled in them. They consider the things they will either cherish or discard. Listen in, we think you'll find this episode rather interesting. Enjoy!

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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Nov 11, 202222:48
S4|Ep6 - GenZ Voice: "Red Faced"

S4|Ep6 - GenZ Voice: "Red Faced"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast!

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development program which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!

In this episode, the ladies speak about some embarrassing issues and discuss the importance of awareness around period poverty.

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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Nov 10, 202225:40
S4|Ep5 - GenZ Voice: "Managing Expectations"

S4|Ep5 - GenZ Voice: "Managing Expectations"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast!

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development programme which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!

In this episode our young ladies speak with two of the Pivot ladies about managing expectations. Enjoy!  

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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Nov 10, 202221:11
S4|Ep4 - GenZ Voice: "Life in Contrast"

S4|Ep4 - GenZ Voice: "Life in Contrast"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast! 

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development programme which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!

In this episode our young ladies take the reins all by themselves as they discuss the joys and pains of navigating different cultures in their daily lives. We think they did a great job! What do you think?


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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Oct 26, 202230:32
S4|Ep3 - GenZ Voice: "Is Social Anxiety Taboo?"

S4|Ep3 - GenZ Voice: "Is Social Anxiety Taboo?"

Episode 3 GenZ Voice  Title: Is Social Anxiety Taboo?  

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast! For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development programme which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!


In this episode the ladies discuss their perspectives on how anxiety affects both young and old and how it is perceived by different cultures. 

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Oct 25, 202233:60
S4|Ep2 - GenZ Voice: "Boundaries In Relationships"

S4|Ep2 - GenZ Voice: "Boundaries In Relationships"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast! 

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development programme which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered conversations in the Gen Z generation and raise their voices and the volume on a range of varied topics. Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!   

In this episode the ladies share their views on establishing boundaries in different types of relationships. Some answers may surprise you. :-)

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Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!

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Oct 12, 202233:32
S4|Ep1- GenZ Voice: "Are We GenZ?"

S4|Ep1- GenZ Voice: "Are We GenZ?"

Welcome to Season 4 of UnMute Now Podcast! 

For this season, we are sharing the table with a dynamic group of young ladies from Northern Ireland. The young ladies were part of our Summer 2022 Mentorship development programme which culminated in them learning the basics of podcasting. Tune is as they share their views on some of the whispered Gen Z conversations  and raise their voices and the volume on a range of interesting topics. 

Let's empower and show these brave young ladies some LOVE!  

In this introductory episode the ladies discuss how it feels to be a part of Generation Z, the challenges and the positives.  

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UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities.   

Please like, comment, subscribe and click the notification bell if you enjoy our content and would like to get notified whenever we upload a new video. Thank you!   

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Oct 12, 202219:34
10: "Wrap & Reflect"

10: "Wrap & Reflect"

Hi guys, in this final episode of Season 3, we had the pleasure of having 3 of our lovely audience members live on the podcast with us and we had a blast! Plenty of laugh out loud funny moments as we reflected on what was a 'rollercoaster', 'whirlwind' and 'dramatic' season and relived some of our blooper moments. It was so encouraging to hear from our guests the impact that UnMute Now has had on them and the wider community and we thank you for being part of our journey. 

Special thanks to Resourcing Racial Justice who funded this season, to James Rea of Bohemian Belfast for his invaluable support throughout this season, to all our guests and of course, to you our amazing audience. 

Do keep in contact with us on our socials and check out our new website: www.ukpivot.com, where we will be sharing some of the initiatives, projects and workshops that we will be leading and collaborating on during our season break. We look forward to seeing you the in Season 4! 


* A very special thank you to all our tagline volunteers who have sent us their videos and also Northern Ireland and UK Artist Tanaka X for our theme music! ** Go follow and check him out on IG @TanakaX and across Social Media!

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Jan 29, 202254:42
9: "The Race Card"

9: "The Race Card"

Hi guys, in this penultimate episode of season 3, we tackle a very emotive subject - the issue of 'playing the race card'. There were some passionate contributions in this episode and a general consensus that this was probably a topic that needed to be revisited in the future. You may be surprised at some interesting thoughts shared about who really holds the card and how it is played in reality. Have you ever been accused of playing the race card? Have you ever felt unable to speak up about an issue because of fear that you would be accused of playing the race card? We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences so please do get in touch with us and share. 

We are also pleased to have had invaluable contributions on this episode from our guests, Nusrat Faizullah and Farzana Khan of Resourcing Racial Justice - the organisation that has funded season 3 of the UnMuteNow podcast. Hear them share about the very important work they've been doing in the area of funding for issues and work that are often overlooked by mainstream funders. 

For this season, we are airing our episodes LIVE on our Facebook page and You Tube channel every Friday at 8pm GMT! Next Friday, why not join us and participate live in our conversations!

** A very special thank you to all our tagline volunteers who send us their videos and also Northern Ireland and UK Artist Tanaka X for our theme music! ** Go follow and check him out on IG @TanakaX and across Social Media!

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We are @UnMuteNow on Instagram,

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#raisingthevolume, #unmutenowpodcast, #unmutenow, #afrocaribbeanpodcasts, #nipodcasts, #ukpodcasts, #blackukpodcasts, #ukpivot,

Jan 21, 202239:02
8: "Navigating Friendships"

8: "Navigating Friendships"

Episode Description:

Hi Everyone.  Thanks for tuning in and sorry for the late upload. 

In this episode, we give a shout out to good friends who have shown themselves to be more valuable than money in our pockets, and discuss whether losing track of time when with friends, is a good thing or bad thing. What are your thoughts?  Would you see those friends as needy? Would you see them as such good company, you don't care about the time? Do you agree with one member of the audience that friends who know you well, know when it's time to leave?  Another audience member asked about reciprocity in friendships.  What do you think? Join the conversation and let us know!

For this season, we are airing our episodes LIVE on our Facebook page and You Tube channel every Friday at 8pm GMT! Next Friday, why not join us and participate live in our conversations!

** A very special thank you to all our tagline volunteers who send us their videos and also Northern Ireland and UK Artist Tanaka X for our theme music! ** Go follow and check him out on IG @TanakaX and across Social Media!

Leave us a voice message on Anchor; follow, like and rate us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and across our other Podcast and social media platforms!

We are @UnMuteNow on Instagram,

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Email us: unmutenow1@gmail.com

#raisingthevolume, #unmutenowpodcast, #unmutenow, #afrocaribbeanpodcasts, #nipodcasts, #ukpodcasts, #blackukpodcasts, #ukpivot,

Jan 14, 202235:41
7: "Dealing With Workplace Grievances"

7: "Dealing With Workplace Grievances"

Hi guys, in this episode, the ladies are joined by Patricia Coulter, Knowledge Manager at the Labour Relations Agency, to discuss some of the most common workplace grievances and how to handle them. Patricia provides very valuable insight into the work of the agency and how it interacts with employees, employers, and trade unions. Together, Patricia and the hosts tease out some scenarios and Patricia provides tips and advice on how to handle them. Packed with useful and practical advice, this episode is an eye opener on options you may not have been aware of that can help you or someone you know. 

#raisingthevolume #unmutenowpodcast Social Media: Twitter- @unmutenow1 Instagram - @unmutenow Facebook- www.facebook.com/unmutenow Youtube: UnMute Now Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Jan 07, 202235:56
6: "The He(art) of Giving"
Dec 24, 202133:30
5: "Positive Discrimination"

5: "Positive Discrimination"

In this episode, the ladies discuss the controversial topic of positive discrimination. What it mean vis a vis positive action and affirmative action. Is there a case for making it legal in the UK? What should organisations be doing to increase diversity within their workforces? These and other questions are discussed very candidly and openly by the hosts, raising the volume on a conversation that is sometimes uncomfortable to have.

#raisingthevolume #unmutenowpodcast Social Media: Twitter- @unmutenow1 Instagram - @unmutenow Facebook- www.facebook.com/unmutenow Youtube: UnMute Now Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com 

Dec 17, 202136:50
4: "Ageing With Grace"

4: "Ageing With Grace"

In this lively and eventful episode, the ladies discuss growing older - the joys and pains. Sharing their thoughts on what they're looking forward to and what they're dreading, the conversation swings back and forth from 'laugh out loud' funny to informative and insightful, enriched by comments and questions from the live audience. With so much to say, there may well be a sequel to this at some point! We hope you enjoy it. 

#raisingthevolume #unmutenowpodcast Social Media: Twitter- @unmutenow1 Instagram - @unmutenow Facebook- www.facebook.com/unmutenow Youtube: UnMute Now Email: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Dec 11, 202135:07
3: "Reading Between the Lines"

3: "Reading Between the Lines"

Hi Guys, Sorry for the late upload it was due to technical difficulties. In this episode, we discuss how having to read between the lines can either help or hinder effective communication between partners, colleagues, friends etc. How skilled are you at Reading Between the Lines? Have you ever gotten it wrong?Join the conversation and let us know!

For this season, we are airing our episodes LIVE on our Facebook page and Youtube channel every Friday at 8pm GMT! Join us and participate live in our conversations!

** A very special thank you to Northern Ireland and UK Artist Tanaka X for our new theme music! ** Go follow and check him out on IG @TanakaX and across Social Media!

Leave us a voice message on Anchor, follow, like and rate us on Apple Podcasts and across our other Podcast and social media platforms!

We are @UnMuteNow on Instagram, 

On FaceBook www.facebookcom/unmutenow, 

Twitter: @unmutenow1

Email us: unmutenow1@gmail.com

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Dec 05, 202135:17
2: "Re-imagining Failure"
Nov 27, 202133:13
1: "Season Intro & Code Switching"

1: "Season Intro & Code Switching"

Hello Guys!

We are back with a new and dynamic Season 3! In this our first episode, the ladies give you an idea of what they have been up to over the past few months and discuss Code Switching. Do you use it? When and why? Is there a good reason to code-switch sometimes?

Listen and be a part of the conversation by hitting us up on our social media platforms!

Feel free to leave us a voice message on Anchor. We'd love if you follow, like and rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Find and follow us across Social Media @UnMuteNow, Twitter: UnMuteNow1 or Email us: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Nov 19, 202134:14
Season 3 Promo
Nov 18, 202100:39
14: Season 2 Finale!
Jul 02, 202143:40
13: Weddings Our Way

13: Weddings Our Way

Love is in the air and wedding bells are ringing this season - but what happens when things don't quite go as planned?  In this light hearted episode, the ladies share hilarious stories of their wedding experiences - for one of the hosts, it's a case of 'if anything could go wrong, it definitely did'!  They also give some insights into how weddings are done in their own cultures and offer some advice for intending couples.  Sit back with a cuppa and enjoy this laugh out loud episode.   

This episode and all other episodes can also be viewed on our YouTube Channel: UnMute Now. 

Find us on Social Media: FB and IG - UnMute Now and Twitter: UnMuteNow1.

Send us an email to: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Also, feel free to like, comment, rate, share and subscribe to our podcast on other platforms!

#unmutenowpodcast #ukpivot #weddingseason #weddingbells #raisingthevolume

Jun 11, 202136:01
12: Spotlight on Decade for People of African Descent

12: Spotlight on Decade for People of African Descent

In today’s episode, in recognition of Africa Week, we highlight the United Nations designated International Decade for People of African Descent. The decade runs from 2015-2024. The theme of the Decade is: “People of African descent: recognition, justice and development.” 

We would like to raise the volume on this so that it gets the recognition and buy-in that it should within our community and beyond.

We welcome guests: Dr. Livingstone Thompson – a theologian, lecturer and cultural competency consultant of Jamaican descent who is the current Chair of the African & Caribbean Support Organisation Northern Ireland (ACSONI) and Ms. Lori Gatsi-Barnett- originally from Zimbabwe who is an entrepreneur, co-founder of Join Her Network and Chair of the Strategy Group at ACSONI.

Together, we speak on the need to amplify this decade. We hope you enjoy the conversation.

This episode and all other episodes can also be viewed on our YouTube Channel: UnMute Now. Find us on Social Media: FB and IG - UnMute Now and Twitter: UnMuteNow1.

Send us an email to: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Also, feel free to like, comment, rate, share and subscribe to our podcast on other platforms!

#unmutenowpodcast #ukpivot #africaweek #poad #raisingthevolume

May 28, 202132:49
11: Africa Week: Discussing "The Lesser Shown Africa"
May 21, 202147:54
10: Lifting the Veil on Domestic Violence
May 16, 202101:15:11
9: La Soufriere: Volcanic Humanitarian Crisis

9: La Soufriere: Volcanic Humanitarian Crisis

Since the 8th and 9th of April, the La Soufriere volcano on the Caribbean island of St. Vincent & the Grenadines has been erupting consistently. There was an evacuation of over 10,000 people from the Red Zone to a safer part of the island in the Green Zone. However, recurrent eruptions and thick clouds of ash which cover a large portion of the island has traveled as far as St Lucia and Barbados; this has compounded the disastrous effects of the volcano on the people and island itself. The island is also dealing with the current Covid-19 pandemic like the rest of the world and also a recent Dengue fever outbreak. In this special episode, UnMute Now speaks with guests Dr. Rose-Ann Smith who is a Natural Disaster Management Consultant and Lecturer at the University of the West Indies (Mona Campus) and the St. Vincent Consul General in Northern Ireland Dr. Christopher Stange about the impact of this humanitarian crisis on St. Vincent and if there is a way to move forward.

** A very special thank you to Northern Ireland and UK Artist Tanaka X  for our new theme music! ** Go follow and check him out on IG @TanakaX  and across Social Media!

Leave us a voice message on Anchor, follow, like and rate us on Apple Podcasts and across our other Podcast and social media platforms!

We are @UnMuteNow on Instagram, On FaceBook www.facebookcom/unmutenow , Twitter: @unmutenow1

Email us: unmutenow1@gmail.com

May 07, 202101:15:24
8: Granny Used to Say: A Cultural Look at Proverbs

8: Granny Used to Say: A Cultural Look at Proverbs

Amidst the hustle and bustle and the heaviness of the past few weeks,let's have a chuckle. In this episode we take a look at cultural  proverbs and their meanings in a conversation dubbed "Granny Used to  Say..." The  proverbs we reflect on are those which offer words of caution, wisdom  or plain old humour from our repository of loving memories..come along  and join the conversation and share your own memories.


Apr 23, 202126:09
7: Bridging the Gap ft Lata Sharma

7: Bridging the Gap ft Lata Sharma

In this episode we discuss how to 'Bridge the Gap' with the lovely Lata  Sharma. Lata is a lady of Indian descent born and raised in Northern  Ireland who grew up during "The Troubles". She tells of her own cultural  clashes as well as her experiences as a person whose face 'did not  fit', whilst paying tribute to the community in which she was born. We  hope you enjoy it!

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Apr 09, 202135:54
6: HR Tips For Workplace Progression

6: HR Tips For Workplace Progression

Hey Friends! In this episode we have invited two HR specialists: Clover Watts and Sylvia Ombati to help us put our best corporate foot forward! Whether you are looking to land that dream job or looking  to progress in your current job we've got you covered Tune in and have your pen and paper ready!





Mar 26, 202133:47
5: Funny Mummy -Mother's Day Tribute

5: Funny Mummy -Mother's Day Tribute

In "Funny Mummy" the ladies celebrate Mother's Day by having a laugh at some of the amusing aspects of Motherhood.

UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities.

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Mar 12, 202129:32
4: IWD 2021| "Choose to Challenge"- Spotlight 6

4: IWD 2021| "Choose to Challenge"- Spotlight 6

For our 2021 International Women's Day special! "Spotlight 6" We  selected 6 amazing women from the Ethnic and Migrant communities in  Northern Ireland who are doing amazing things in their careers and chosen fields. In keeping with the theme for IWD 2021, they are choosing  to challenge: bias, stereotypes, patriarchy, prejudice, cultural taboos concerning mental health and much more! Featured are: Dr. Manal Mahdi - OBGYN, Vivian Ogundipe- Counsellor,  Andrea Montgomery- Playwright /Theatre Production, Joan Boyle-  Corporate Lawyer, Grace Abosi- Fashion Designer, Sasha Samara- Singer,  Song Writer.

It is a refreshing and enlightening discussion.

If you'd like to send us an email, you can write to us at: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Find us across social media on FB, IG and Twitter @UnMuteNow

Mar 05, 202144:12
3: Advice to Our Younger Selves
Feb 26, 202141:07
2: Valentine's Day or Valentine's Nay!
Feb 12, 202136:45
1: Welcome to UnMute Now!

1: Welcome to UnMute Now!

Hi guys! We're back! On a new Podcast Host! Happy 2021! Welcome to Season 2 and the first  episode of our re-branded UnMute Now podcast. The ladies share a catch  up of what they have been up to since the end of Season 1 and how  they're been making it through the current pandemic and yet another lock  down. They are ready to continue raising the volume in the new season! 

Find us on YouTube: UnMute Now & FB, IG @unmutenow on Twitter @unmutenow1

Email us: unmutenow1@gmail.com

Feb 05, 202122:53
UnMute Now Season 2 Promo

UnMute Now Season 2 Promo

Hey guys! We are currently in Lockdown (again) but the ladies of UnMute podcast have been busy these past few months working on a re-brand for Season 2 of our podcast! As you can see, we've changed our name to UnMute Now! We're still bringing you fun, insightful and informative discussions in our episodes. We didn't expect to be in lockdown at this time but true to our brand name we Pivot! and turn obstacles into opportunities! Join us this Friday at 7:30 pm for our Season 2 Introduction! #UnmuteNow #unmutenowpodcast #ukpivot #raisingthevolume

Feb 04, 202100:43