{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69f342bfe1fad0f98adbf48c/6a6b60228effb6fbbee63af4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Supporting Artists, Tackling Homelessness & Creating Positive Change | Legacy Bench Ep. 11","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/69f342bfe1fad0f98adbf48c/1785421832821-2194b509-760f-407c-9f37-2ac4825935db.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>How do you turn passion into purpose and purpose into real impact?</p><p>In this episode of <strong>Legacy Bench</strong>, host <strong>Princely Samuel Okere</strong> is joined by three inspiring guests who are making a difference through community work, music, creativity, and leadership. Together, they explore how supporting others, creating opportunities, and building strong communities can transform lives.</p><p>From tackling homelessness and promoting trauma-informed support to empowering women in the music industry and helping independent artists gain recognition, this episode is full of honest stories, practical insights, and inspiring conversations.</p><p><br></p><h3>Guests on this episode</h3><p><strong>Adnan Jouzaa</strong> - Accommodation Support Worker at Manchester City Council, sharing his work supporting people experiencing homelessness, his passion for trauma-informed early intervention, and his mission to help young people build confidence, resilience, and stronger communities.</p><p><strong>Heidi Noble</strong> - Music technician, musician, and creative advocate discussing the barriers women continue to face in technical roles within the music industry, while championing greater inclusion through education, mentoring, and opportunity.</p><p><strong>Ash Anderson</strong> - Founder of Merro Events and host of White Room Sessions, sharing his journey of building a platform that supports independent musicians, creates opportunities for emerging artists, and grows a thriving creative community.</p><p><br></p><h3>In this conversation</h3><ul><li>Supporting people experiencing homelessness</li><li>Trauma-informed care and early intervention</li><li>Mental health, confidence, and resilience</li><li>Women in music and technical careers</li><li>Supporting independent artists and creators</li><li>Building communities instead of chasing numbers</li><li>Entrepreneurship driven by passion and purpose</li><li>Leadership, networking, and creating opportunities</li><li>Turning ideas into meaningful projects</li></ul><p>Whether you're passionate about community work, music, entrepreneurship, or creating positive change, this episode offers valuable lessons from people who are making a real difference in the lives of others.</p><p><strong>Hosted by Princely Samuel Okere.</strong></p><p><strong>Legacy Bench</strong> is the podcast where entrepreneurs, founders, creators, professionals, and community leaders come together to share real stories, practical advice, and honest conversations about business, leadership, creativity, wellbeing, and making a positive impact.</p><p>Follow <strong>Legacy Bench</strong> on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and never miss a new episode.</p>","author_name":"The Legacy Bench"}