{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69618f5223ce58f1463b2f98/69619735b2f959184278771d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Stage Is Ours – Real Voices, Real Issues","description":"<p>Welcome to the very first episode of <strong>The Stage Is Ours</strong>, a podcast by the <strong>Niamh Kelleher School of Drama</strong>, where young voices take centre stage.</p><p><br></p><p>In this debut episode, drama teacher <strong>Niamh Kelleher</strong> and her students come together to talk honestly about the challenges young people face today. From personal safety and self-defence, to disability and inclusion, school pressure, homework, bullying, mental health, and the impact of social media, these conversations are thoughtful, brave, and real.</p><p><br></p><p>The students also share creative work, personal experiences, and their hopes and fears about the future — discussing what Ireland might look like in 5, 10, and even 20 years’ time. This episode is a powerful reminder that young people have important perspectives that deserve to be heard.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Stage Is Ours</strong> is a space for expression, creativity, confidence, and conversation — where kids and teenagers speak openly about the world they’re growing up in.</p><p>🎭 Hosted by the Niamh Kelleher School of Drama</p><p>🎙️ Featuring student voices from primary and secondary school</p><p>🌟 Honest, inclusive, and youth-led conversations</p>","author_name":"Niamh Kelleher School of Drama"}