CAN YOU HEAR ME? Conversations from the Heart with Kelly Saward

Episode 2: You Belong Here

What if you didn’t need to fix what you’re feeling only become curious about it?

In this episode of Can You Hear You?, Kelly opens the door to the emotional dictionary with a simple invitation: meet yourself exactly where you are.

A gentle exploration of belonging, listening to the body, trusting your own experience and creating space for whatever is present.

Your words matter. Your voice matters. And whatever you arrive with today, you belong here.

26 weeks. 26 letters. A word for every week of the year!  Endless opportunities for connection.

What do you need to say? What is present for you right now? Do you hear you?

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#CanYouHearYou #CanYouHearMe #SelfTrust #FindYourVoice #EmotionalAwareness #EmotionalResilience #SelfConnection #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #CompassionateEnquiry #InnerVoice #HumanConnection #KellySaward #belonging

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Can You Hear You? | Finding Your Voice & Trusting Yourself

What happens when you know what you feel, say what you mean and still don’t feel heard?

In this first Can You Hear You? reflection, Kelly Saward explores self-trust, finding your voice, emotional awareness and human connection, beginning with those familiar words: Can you hear me?

Drawing from Can You Hear Me? An Emotional Dictionary: Where Feelings Find Their Voice, Kelly reflects on the times we question what we already know, repeat ourselves in the hope of finally being heard, or lose connection with our own words while trying to make somebody else understand them.

What if you said it perfectly the first time?

What if the ears in front of you simply weren’t ready to listen?

And beneath the need to be heard by somebody else, can you hear what you are trying to say?

A short, intimate reflection and invitation to pause, become curious and reconnect with what is present for you.

26 Words. 26 Weeks.

Coming up, Can You Hear You? will explore 26 words through short, reflective episodes moving through feelings, emotions and the experiences behind them. Each episode offers an opportunity to pause, hear what is happening within you and build a deeper connection with yourself.

There are no prescribed answers and no right way to feel. Just a word, a reflection and an invitation to discover what it means for you.

What do you need to say? What is present for you right now? Do you hear you?

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#CanYouHearYou #CanYouHearMe #SelfTrust #FindYourVoice #EmotionalAwareness #EmotionalResilience #SelfConnection #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #CompassionateEnquiry #InnerVoice #HumanConnection #KellySaward 

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I'm always curious about the person behind the public profile. This week, Gareth Gates shared the story behind the music, what it's like living with a stammer, and how finding his voice changed everything. What happens when the thing that makes speaking difficult becomes the very thing that sets you free?

In this episode of the Marlow FM Podcast, I sit down with Gareth Gates for a conversation that goes far beyond his latest theatre tour. We talk about his journey from Pop Idol to becoming a producer, how living with a stammer shaped his life, and why music became the place where he found confidence, expression and freedom.

Gareth also shares the story behind his new touring production, Boy Band in the Buff, celebrating the biggest boy band hits of the '90s and 2000s, alongside the creativity that inspired him to bring the show to life.

This is a conversation about resilience, identity, nostalgia, creativity and the power of finding your voice. Whether you've followed Gareth since Pop Idol or are simply curious about the person behind the performer, I think you'll enjoy this honest and uplifting chat.

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#GarethGates #PopIdol #BoyBandInTheBuff #MusicPodcast #MusicInterview #Theatre #LiveMusic #90sMusic #00sMusic #Entertainment #Resilience #FindingYourVoice #Creativity #BehindTheScenes #InspiringConversations #RealConversations 

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Some stories are written. Others feel like they arrive exactly when they're meant to.

In this heartfelt conversation, bestselling author Hattie Williams shares the journey that led her to writing Bittersweet from growing up surrounded by music and creativity, to working in publishing, taking leaps of faith, and discovering that writing wasn't something she simply did... it was who she was.

We explore how teachers can change lives with a few encouraging words, why creativity often feels like magic, the importance of journalling, friendship, motherhood, mental health, and what it means to trust the stories that insist on being told.

Hattie also opens up about her writing process, why she believes books should help us recognise ourselves rather than teach us lessons, and gives a glimpse into her upcoming novel Light Years.

If you've ever wondered where creativity comes from, struggled to trust your own voice, or found comfort inside the pages of a book, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.

In this episode we explore:

• The journey behind Bittersweet
• Creativity as a lifelong companion
• The teachers who shape our lives
• Journalling and writing as self-discovery
• The healing power of friendship
• Motherhood and creativity
• Mental health and storytelling
• Publishing and becoming an author
• Why stories help us understand ourselves
• Writing routines and trusting inspiration
• The upcoming novel Light Years

"There is no top of the mountain." Hattie Williams

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#Bittersweet

#LightYears

#AuthorInterview

#WritingCommunity

#AmWriting

#BookPodcast

#Storytelling

#CreativeLife

#BooksBooksBooks

#WomenWhoWrite

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In this deeply moving conversation, I sit down with poet, spoken word artist and creative mentor John Bernard to explore how poetry became both a refuge and a purpose after losing his mother at just ten years old.

John shares the profound influence of his mum, the teachers who believed in him when he struggled at school, and how writing became a place where grief, identity and hope could all exist without judgement. Together, we talk about belonging, community, education, faith, creativity and why finding your voice can change the course of a life.

John also reflects on his work with young people, helping them discover confidence through storytelling and spoken word, proving that sometimes one person believing in you is enough to transform a future.

The episode concludes with John performing his deeply moving poem "Tulia" (Swahili for Be Still) a heartfelt tribute to his mother that beautifully captures love, loss and the enduring power of a mother's voice.

If you've ever questioned your place in the world, struggled to express your emotions, or needed reminding that your story matters, this conversation is for you.

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#JohnBernard #Poetry #SpokenWord #Storytelling #Healing #Grief #Belonging #Purpose #Creativity #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #CreativeWriting #Community #Education #YoungPeople #Resilience #Faith #FindYourVoice #Podcast #PodcastLife #PodcastInterview #Inspiration #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth

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What does it take to completely reinvent your life?

After spending 20 years as a stonemason, Tony O'Sullivan took a leap of faith that transformed his future. Today, he's an astrophysics PhD researcher, award-winning science communicator, FameLab UK champion, and founder of Nova Outreach, inspiring thousands of young people to see that science is for everyone. In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Tony shares how one conversation with his eight-year-old daughter changed the course of his life, the teachers who believed in him when it mattered most, and why he now dedicates his career to helping young people discover their own potential.

We explore his groundbreaking research into Comet 29P, the importance of science capital, overcoming imposter syndrome, and why asking questions, and admitting when you're wrong might be the most powerful skills any of us can learn.

Plus, don't miss Tony's unforgettable live performance of his award-winning poem about the Artemis Moon mission, showcasing how poetry and storytelling can make science accessible, emotional and unforgettable.

Whether you're passionate about science, education, or searching for the courage to pursue a new path, this episode is proof that it's never too late to discover what you're truly meant to do.
In this episode:

✨ From stonemason to astrophysics PhD
🚀 The conversation with his daughter that changed everything
🧑‍🏫 The teachers who transformed his life
🌍 Why science should be accessible to everyone
📚 Building confidence in young people through science outreach
☄️ Researching the mysteries of Comet 29P
🎤 Winning FameLab UK through the power of science and poetry
🌙 Exclusive live performance of Tony's Artemis Moon poem

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

#Astrophysics #ScienceCommunication #STEM #STEMEducation #Space #Astronomy #FameLab #NovaOutreach #Science #Education #CareerChange #Purpose #Inspiration #ScienceForEveryone #SpaceExploration #Artemis #Poetry #SciencePoetry #Podcast #Curiosity #LifelongLearning #CardiffUniversity  #STEMOutreach

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with transformational coach, yoga teacher and meditation guide Dylan Ayaloo to explore his remarkable journey from national taekwondo athlete in Malaysia to a successful corporate career in Australia and the pivotal moment that led him to walk away from it all in search of something more meaningful.

Together, we discuss the importance of listening to your inner voice, embracing uncertainty, and finding the courage to choose a path that aligns with your true self. Dylan shares how yoga became much more than a physical practice, opening the door to deep healing, self-awareness and lasting personal transformation.

This conversation is filled with wisdom for anyone feeling stuck, navigating change, recovering from burnout, or seeking a deeper connection with themselves and their purpose.

In this episode, we explore:

• Dylan's journey from martial arts to yoga and transformational work.
• The wake-up call that changed the direction of his life.
• Why true healing isn't about fixing yourself.
• The connection between the mind, body and emotions.
• How to embrace the unknown with courage and trust.
• Finding purpose through authentic self-discovery.

Whether you're at a crossroads in life or simply looking for inspiration, this episode offers gentle insights and practical wisdom to help you reconnect with who you truly are.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow, rate and review the podcast, and share it with someone who might need to hear this message today.

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

#PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Yoga #Meditation #Mindfulness #SelfDiscovery #Healing #Purpose #AuthenticLiving #Wellbeing #MentalWellbeing #HolisticHealth #Resilience #LifeJourney #InnerWork #SpiritualGrowth #ConsciousLiving #Inspiration

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From a homesick Malaysian student craving the flavours of home to becoming a MasterChef champion, Ping Coombes shares an inspiring story of resilience, authenticity, family, and following your passion.

In this heartfelt conversation, we explore Malaysian food and culture, motherhood, confidence, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and the power of cooking from the heart. Ping opens up about her journey through MasterChef UK, building a successful food business, writing cookbooks, reconnecting with her roots, and creating a life that aligns with her values.

This episode is packed with wisdom on personal growth, creativity, family life, and finding success by staying true to yourself. Whether you're a food lover, aspiring entrepreneur, parent, or simply navigating your own path, Ping's story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the most meaningful journeys begin with a simple craving for home.

Welcome - Ping Coombes - Home Of Ping Coombes MasterChef Champion 2014

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

#PingCoombes #MasterChef #MasterChefUK #MalaysianFood #FoodAndFamily #CookingFromTheHeart #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneur #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #AuthenticLiving #WorkLifeBalance #Motherhood #FoodCulture #AsianFood #CookbookAuthor #Entrepreneurship #InspirationalStories #FollowYourPassion #PodcastEpisode

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Finding Connection Through Sound. What happens when music becomes more than something we hear?

In this thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation, Kelly sits down with Johnny Scratchley, musician, festival founder and frontman of Gentleman's Dub Club, to explore the deeper connection between sound, community and human experience.

From growing up in a musical family and training as a classical singer, to discovering dub music in Leeds and performing around the world, Johnny shares the journey that shaped his life and creative path.

Together, Kelly and Johnny reflect on the power of music to bring people into the present moment, the energy exchanged between performer and audience, and why so many of us are searching for connection in an increasingly disconnected world.

The conversation also explores emotional release, fear, change, grief, transformation and the importance of creating spaces where people can simply be themselves.

Johnny also shares the vision behind Good Vibrations Festival, a community-centred gathering rooted in nature, music, wellbeing and belonging.

This is a conversation about much more than music, it's about what it means to feel alive, connected and part of something bigger than ourselves.

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

 #GentlemansDubClub
 #MusicPodcast
 #HumanConnection
 #Community
 #Mindfulness
 #LiveMusic
 #FestivalCulture
 #DubMusic
 #PersonalGrowth 

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What happens when you stop following the plan and start following what brings you joy?

In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Tash Wilson shares her journey from PE teacher and football referee to book influencer, community builder, and pub manager. Along the way, she reflects on burnout, trusting life's unexpected twists, the power of friendship, and why community can completely transform our sense of belonging.

Tash opens up about finding her tribe through sport, navigating career changes, embracing new versions of herself, and how books have helped her understand both herself and the world around her. Together, we explore the wisdom of finding joy in everyday moments, inspired by the work of poet Donna Ashworth, and why connection remains at the heart of everything Tash does.

Whether you're questioning your next chapter, seeking more joy in your life, or simply love books and meaningful conversations, this episode is packed with warmth, wisdom, and encouragement.

In this episode we discuss:

• Finding friendship and community as an adult
• Burnout in teaching and career transitions
• The power of sport to bring people together
• Why joy is found in small everyday moments
• Books that change lives
• Letting go of old identities and embracing change
• Building belonging wherever you are
• Creating meaningful connections in modern life

Featured Authors & Books Mentioned:

• Donna Ashworth
• Jenny Godfrey
• Jacqueline Wilson
• Daisy Buchanan
• Hattie Williams
• Alex Kadis
• Nussaibah Younis

Connect with Tash:
Instagram: @thistashreads

Who is Kelly Saward?

Kelly has been presenting radio shows for a while, and has often been asked if these shows can be heard again many months after the show has aired, listeners wanting to listen again. She heard what was being asked and now brings to you …

'Conversations with Kelly'

Can you hear me?

She wants to hear you, and shares here what's been heard so far. We all have a story, we all have something of value to share, we just need a safe space, the right ears, and a deep trust in what is felt. I'm beginning to understand the rest speaks for itself.

I invite you to listen in, get in touch, and if you'd like … be curious to live the question!

Do you want to be heard?

Do you need an interviewer or host, just get in touch.

#TashWilson #BooksAndReading #BookPodcast #ReadingCommunity #Bookstagram #DonnaAshworth #JennyGodfrey #FindingJoy #CommunityMatters #PersonalGrowth #CareerChange #BurnoutRecovery #WomenSupportingWomen #Belonging #Mindfulness #Resilience #LifeTransitions #AuthorInterview #PodcastLife #InspiringConversations

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