Oxford Phoenix FC is a football team made up of young refugees and asylum seekers from across the world.

In this episode, co-directors Youcef and Ivo, along with player Arvin, reflect on how the club has grown from just a handful of players into a close-knit community.

Now in their first league season, the team have reached a cup final. We hear about that journey, the challenges they’ve faced, and what this moment means for the players and the wider community.

In this episode, Mohamed and Hira share their powerful journeys through the UK’s asylum system—from isolation to purpose and connection. We hear how art became a lifeline, how volunteer work offered hope, and how organisations like Asylum Welcome can make a difference. These are stories of resilience, healing, and the courage to rebuild.

Muhammad shares his deeply personal journey as a husband and father forced to leave his family in Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover, and his ongoing struggle to bring them to safety.

Sanctuary Hosting at Asylum Welcome recently celebrated an incredible milestone: 35,000 nights of safe, supported accommodation. But what exactly does it mean to offer "sanctuary at home"? We talk to hosts, guests, staff, and volunteers to find out more.

Asylum hotels have been in the news a lot but the topic is fraught with misunderstanding. We go behind the headlines to hear from people living in Britain's broken asylum system.

Oxford's first Sanctuary Fair took place at Oxford Town Hall on Thursday 11 May.

This was a free, drop-in event connecting refugees, students, and the local community.

Welcomecast went along to find out more.