I love this ep! Honestly Matt and Andy the creators of Smash Life are well and truly smashing life! They are brother who are care experienced. In this ep we dive deep into their care experience journey and how their experience has developed into what we know as Smash Life today!

Matt, Andy & I get on really well and I really do believe that being care experienced allows us to have an understanding that maybe those who aren't care experienced might not get straight away!

I cannot wait for you to listen to this ep!

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Smash Life -

Website - https://smashlifeuk.com/

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In this episode Eve shares her experience becoming a journalist! From where it all stemmed from to her incredible releases!

I have known of Eve for the longest time and I cannot wait for this episode to reach your ears!

Socials -

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Eve -

Insta (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/evedaviess?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Insta (Journalism) - https://www.instagram.com/inthewordsof_eve?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/evedaviess

Blog - https://www.inthewordsofeve.com/

Buzz Magazine - https://www.buzzmag.co.uk/

Empoword Insta - https://www.instagram.com/empowordjournalism?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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In this episode Robyn shares her foster care experience, both the hardships and the positives!

Robyn shares her experienced being bullied growing up and how difficult it was to face the stereotypes care experience people face daily! She is an amazing woman and I feel truly blessed to have her on the podcast!

Socials -

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Robyn -

Insta - https://www.instagram.com/imagingerlion?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Foundling Found - https://coramstory.org.uk/explore/content/blog/foundling-found-a-new-podcast-series/

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Anthony is on a mission to break the silence surrounding IBD and Stoma Bags. Anthony is well known in this space and he really is making an impact. He works with brands and has his own social media presence in an attempt to make change. He mentions that he wishes a stoma bag was offered earlier in this journey... listen to find out more!

Social & Website -

Podcast: / tay_does_life_podcast

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Anthony -

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ibdlife?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/Ibdlife

Pelican Health Care - https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/product/vitamin-e-elements/?utm_source=antandrews&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=VITEELEMENTS

BBC Documentary - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/stories-54124189

Unhidden UK Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/unhidden.uk?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

I am Denim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamdenimlondon?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Respond Health Care Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/respondltd?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Hello, and welcome to the Tay Does Life podcast! I'm your host, Tay, and I'm so glad you're here. This podcast is all about challenging society's taboos and breaking down the walls of stigma. Growing up in the care system, I've seen firsthand how negative stereotypes can define us, but I'm here to push back against those narratives. This space is all about giving a voice to people who’ve been overlooked, just like me.

Each week, I sit down with incredible guests from all walks of life, and we dive deep into their stories, experiences, and the unique challenges they've faced. From education professionals to those with lived experience, our conversations aim to inspire, educate, and bring comfort to anyone who's ever felt like they didn’t quite fit in. So, whether you’re care-experienced, work in education, or just want to learn more about topics that don’t get talked about enough, this podcast is for you.

We’re all family here, and I hope this show brings you a sense of belonging. You’re never alone on this journey! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @tay_does_life and slide into my DMs if you want to get involved—I'm always open to new ideas and connections.

Without further ado, let's dive in! Welcome to the Tay Does Life podcast, where we're making change, one day at a time.

TRIGGER WARNING - MENTAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL HEALTH, ABUSE, ASSAULT, SEXUAL ABUSE, ABUSE, CHILD ABUSE

Jeremy is on a mission to break the silence and taboo around talking about child sexual abuse and exploitation. As a young boy Jeremy was sexual exploited by a family friend who used to babysit him. He remained silent for 17 years but he is silent no more. Jeremy left his extremely success career working as an engineer to peruse change in the sexual exploitation against children space. He now gives a space to those to share their story whilst educating others. He really is making an impact in this space.

I found this episode especially moving because we all know the statistics surround men and suicide, Hopefully by Jeremy coming forward and telling the world what happened to him maybe another man may speak out instead of taking their life.

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Jeremy -

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Podcast - https://shows.acast.com/the-something-to-say-podcast

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TRIGGER WARNING - ED, MENTAL HEALTH

In this episode Kirsty shares her experience of the ups and downs of recovering from anorexia.

I understanding that recovery is not linear and I am incredibly proud of Kirsty and the community she is growing <3

Socials -

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Kirsty -

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TRIGGER WARNING - ED, MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH

Sarah-Claire is the first ever international guest I have had on the podcast! Can't believe it <3

In this episode Sarah-Claire shares her future aspirations which have stemmed from her own struggles with having an ED. I truly believe that Sarah-Claire is going to reach all her goals and inspirations. The changes she want to make in this space are totally inspiriting.

Her Instagram account is a safe space for those in/and recovering from an ED and is well worth a follow if you need that extra bit of lift and love!

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Sarah-Claire

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In this episode Zara shares her foster care experience, particularly focusing on her education!

Zara has recently graduated university but three years ago it was not even on Zara's mind! Times have changed for her and you get to hear it all in this podcast :)

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TRIGGER WARNING - MENTAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL HEALTH, ABUSE, ASSAULT, FOSTER CARE

Summary - In this episode Terri shares her foster care experience. Terri talks about the ups and the downs of her care journey. Even sharing how she coped at the darkest of times. Terri now works for The Care Leavers Association and is a kinship carer for her young brother. She is a true inspiration and I may be biased but this is one of the most interesting and inspiring stories I have ever had the pleasure to record.

Name - Terri-Anne

How We Met - Terri and I met through the Care Leavers Rock Facebook group :)

Awareness - Foster Care

Terri's Socials

• Insta Personal Link - https://www.instagram.com/terrianne85?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
• Insta Personal Handle - @terrianne85
• Care Leavers Association - https://www.instagram.com/careleaversassociation?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Tayler's Socials

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Mental Health Support Numbers

• Samaritan Phone - 116 123 or Email [email protected] You can also call the Samaritans Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
• National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK Phone - 0800 689 5652 (6pm to midnight every day).
• Shout. If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
• Nightline. If you're a student, you can look on the Nightline website to see if your university or college offers a night-time listening service. Nightline phone operators are all students too.
• MORE LINKS HERE