This series showcases the lives of people across Trafford that have served in our Armed Forces, their families and also those that have worked, or still work, across the emergency services. Working in partnership with Trafford Veterans CIC we listen to the amazing people in our communities that have seen and done astonishing things, faced some terrible struggles, but who have ultimately found comradery, support and comfort as part of the Trafford Veterans family.

John Everett - an enlightening discussion about John's range of dangerous jobs as a young man growing up in Maltby, his time in the Merchant Navy and how he eventually joined the Army and served in Hong Kong. John also highlights men's health and talks openly of his battles with cancer and the support he's had from Trafford Veterans CIC.

This series showcases the lives of people across Trafford that have served in our Armed Forces, their families and also those that have worked, or still work, across the emergency services. Working in partnership with Trafford Veterans CIC we listen to the amazing people in our communities that have seen and done astonishing things, faced some terrible struggles, but who have ultimately found comradery, support and comfort as part of the Trafford Veterans family.

Episode Three – Phil Brooke

In this episode an absolute pleasure talking to Phil about how he signed up for the army alongside his mate on a whim, his experiences of being in the Army for over 20 years and the challenges he’s faced and overcome since leaving the services with a humbling message that we must all seek help when we are struggling.

This series showcases the lives of people across Trafford that have served in our Armed Forces, their families and also those that have worked, or still work, across the emergency services. Working in partnership with Trafford Veterans CIC we listen to the amazing people in our communities that have seen and done astonishing things, faced some terrible struggles, but who have ultimately found comradery, support and comfort as part of the Trafford Veterans family.

Episode two – Tracy Keir
Tracy shares her fascinating experiences of being a reserve in the Lancashire Fusiliers, her life caring for her family in Germany with the RAF and her dedication to helping people overcome trauma and mental health challenges. She also shares some of her own struggles and how she turned a difficult experience into a life helping others.

This series showcases the lives of people across Trafford that have served in our Armed Forces, their families and also those that have worked, or still work, across the emergency services. Working in partnership with Trafford Veterans CIC we listen to the amazing people in our communities that have seen and done astonishing things, faced some terrible struggles, but who have ultimately found comradery, support and comfort as part of the Trafford Veterans family.

Episode one – Tony Williamson

To launch the series we talk to Tony about his varied and absorbing career in the armed services, his first hand experiences with emperor penguins and his life in Germany living next door to the real pied piper of Hamelin! Tony also shares how the transition to ‘Civvy street’ has been a difficult one for him but how finding Trafford Veterans has given him support, a sense of belonging and a new role helping build the organisation.

We chat with David Scott about his new book "Mancunians: Where Do We Start, Where Do I Begin" and loads more.

The perfect storm of Longsight, Clayton and Moston come together to create a far less sweary Episode than you'd think..

You can buy Dave's book on Amazon, but he'd love it if you could pick one up in your local book or record store.

Great to chat with Jenny Berry about the work she does in Prisons, supporting both Prisoners and Prison Officers, using poetry and creative writing. 

A really tough audience, pun intended, so it takes someone pretty special to make that work.. Fantastic insight from someone right in the thick of it.

Had a great time recording this, a good few laughs too..

..and if anybody listens to this Episode who works at HMP Styal get in touch with Jenny, she's really passionate about working with the women there..

Jenny is on Twitter @jberrypoetry and on Instagram @jennyberrywriter

Great to chat with friend of MancSpirit Michael Taylor in this Episode as part of the #OurTamesdie Festival.. 

Journalist, co-host of both Music Therapy on Tameside Radio and the weekly Business & Politics Podcast Northern Spin (on all your favourite podcast platforms) we chat with Michael about some great things happening in the world of Tameside community media, especially radio and local news and much more. 

I'd say this Ep is the definition of "eclectic"..

Absolutely brilliant to chat with inspirational "Transplant Warrior" Hilaria about the amazing work she does as Chair of WSH BME Kidney Network, as a Kidney Research UK Peer Educator & an Organ Donation Ambassador.  All stemming from her lived experience.  

A really powerful, warm and totally life affirming hour with a real-life force of nature.

In our second MancSpirit #OurTameside Festival Special we speak to Andy Smith, Artistic Director of Made by Mortals CIC.

We talk about their work creating the kind of stuff, podcasts, films and musical theatre shows, that gets you right involved in the action. Working in collaboration with world-class professional artists, health and social care organisations and a wonderful mix of community participants across all age ranges.

Made by Mortals help to bring about positive change through sharing stories, imaginations and experiences in an accessible and meaningful way. Sticking smiles on faces, and we'll always, always support people and organisations doing that.

In this #OurTameside festival episode we speak to Mark Turton, founder and Director of PAC (Prime Active Communities) CIC about their work supporting young people across a range of projects including being out and about on the streets tackling anti-social behaviour, delivering essential online safety programmes and Mark’s main passion, their Creative Club in Hattersley.