Heard Storytelling

In this episode of the Heard Storytelling podcast, we dive into Willem's journey of self-discovery from a challenging childhood to newfound acceptance in vibrant cities like NYC. Willem recorded his story as part of our Proud West End Exhibition, and we explore the reasons behind his decision to share it.Willem's story vividly portrays the pain and confusion of growing up feeling like an outsider, a ‘spectator’ in his own life. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, a challenging time for the queer community, Willem's story sheds light on the significance of being seen and heard. We discuss how this era shaped his journey and the impact of public visibility through exhibitions like Proud West End.  We also celebrate the influential role of Mr. Dancer, Willem's drama teacher. Join us as we delve into the power of acceptance, representation and mentorship.This episode is hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller Willem https://www.instagram.com/webbink50/ If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Willem or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this Briefly Heard episode, we offer you a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling bank. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.In this special Diwali edition, recorded live at our Heard Live event, we delve into cultural identity and personal freedom. Devika shares her experiences of navigating her British-Asian heritage alongside her personal independence. Listen to discover the craft behind these stories and the journey that brings them to life.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller Devika.  If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Devika or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this episode of the Heard Storytelling podcast, we're joined by Augustine, who shares his powerful journey of self-acceptance and creating an inclusive space. Augustine's story was initially recorded as part of our Proud Manchester exhibition and revolves around the profound idea of "otherness becoming brotherness" and championing the beauty of humanity.We explore key themes including belonging, the impact of being adopted as an adult and his experiences as a black, gay, Christian individual in the church.We also discuss the tendency of marginalised communities to sometimes marginalise others and delve into Augustine's powerful phrase, "this otherness becomes brotherness."Join us for this inspiring episode as we explore Augustine's journey of self-discovery and the importance of acceptance and inclusivity.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller Augustine.If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Augustine or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

Alfred shares a deeply personal story from the isolation of Covid lockdown. An online connection brought unexpected colour to his ‘grey scale’ life, only to vanish as mysteriously as it appeared. Through his story, he explores the fleeting, yet profound impact of human relationships and reflects on the lessons and experiences they bring, even when they're short-lived. Join us to explore this universal story of love, loss, and the unpredictable nature of human connections. Listen to discover the craft behind these stories and the journey that brings them to life.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. In this Briefly Heard episode, we offer you a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling bank. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller, Alfred. If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Alfred or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this episode timed with World Values Day, we hear from Mina, who shares her profound connection with climbing as a source of freedom. Recorded for our Freedom Exhibition in Manchester, Mina discusses how climbing trees during her childhood served as an escape from restrictive thoughts, offering a sense of freedom that cost nothing but effort. She reflects on how this provided not only a physical release, but also shaped her understanding of freedom beyond societal labels.Mina explains how her experiences of freedom in nature have helped her navigate life's challenges, with climbing offering new perspectives and resilience.Listen to this beautiful episode as Mina shares her unique insights on freedom and resilience.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller Mina and to Kampus MCR https://www.kampus-mcr.co.uk/ who commissioned the exhibition. If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Mina or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this Briefly Heard episode, we offer you a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling bank. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.​​In this impactful episode, timed with Baby Loss Awareness Week, we share Becky's heartfelt story of anticipation and profound loss. Her story was recorded at our Heard Live event in celebration of International Women’s Day earlier this year. From the Scottish Highlands to a life-changing hospital room, Becky shares her journey through the excitement of impending motherhood and the grief of a medically advised termination.We discuss the complex emotions of pregnancy loss, an often-taboo subject, with openness and depth. Becky’s story is a poignant exploration of grief, resilience, and the vital role of support.Listen to discover the craft behind these stories and the journey that brings them to life.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller, Becky https://www.instagram.com/sameshitdifferentbrain/ If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Becky or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this Briefly Heard episode, we offer you a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling library. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.This episode was recorded as part of our Proud Campaign in Cardiff, which featured true spoken stories told from two different perspectives. We hear from two brothers, Richard and Andrew, as they recount the transformative moment when Richard came out by standing on a pub table. They reflect on their shared childhood and how a moment of courage shaped two lives in very different ways.Listen to discover the craft behind these stories and the journey that brings them to life.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storytellers and to FOR Cardiff https://www.instagram.com/forcardiff/?hl=en for commissioning the exhibition. If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02  to our Google Form to send a message to Richard and/or Andrew or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

In this compelling episode, recorded at our Heard Live event on the theme of love, Christopher shares his poignant story, starting with his childhood in a remote Canadian town as a "little gay nerd who still believed in magic." He discusses the impact of growing up without role models and how sharing his story publicly has shaped his understanding of love and identity.Christopher discusses meeting his partner, a moment that profoundly changed his view of love. He also reflects on how themes of magic and fantasy have influenced his relationships and approach to life's challenges.This episode also explores overcoming isolation and the importance of community support through his journey.Join us to hear how embracing vulnerability and accepting help can transform our understanding of love and connection.This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/ Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/ Special thanks to our storyteller, Christopher. If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02 to our Google Form to send a message to Christopher or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.