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How is fat identity and fat stigma related to social inequality? Fat Theory Book Book Club is hosted by scholar and activist, Amanda Levitt. We record on IG Live the second Friday of every month. Join us on December 10th, with Marilyn Wann as we discuss her book Fat! So? Because You Don't Have to Apologize for Your Size and Revolting Bodies? The Struggle to Redefine Fat Identity by Kathleen LeBesco. Follow Amanda Levitt to listen live and get book updates - Instagram @whimsicalfemme. Twitter ...
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Proud to be Staffs

Development and Alumni Relations

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Sports stars, TV personalities, artists, businesspeople, musicians and more – Staffordshire University’s global alumni and honorary doctor community includes inspirational people from all walks of life. From famous faces to hidden treasures, the Proud To Be Staffs podcast will bring you an interview with a different alumni or honorary doctor every two weeks. Expect to be uplifted, motivated and, if you’re Staffordshire University alumni, for the memories to come flooding back. Every single o ...
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Creativity is captivating, transformative, and sometimes even magical. It’s at the core of what makes us human, and it’s central to the DNA of Dayton, Ohio. Creating the Future is a podcast that explores the inspiring stories of creative thinkers who call Dayton home. Join Ohlmann Group as we spotlight the visionaries driving progress and sparking positive change in Dayton and beyond.
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Fat Girl Book Club

Jennifer Radke

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You know that bookclub you belong to? The one where the wine flows freely, the laughter is loud and the books are extremely interesting. That is this podcast, in your ears. My name is Jennifer Radke and I am your host and a body image coach. I get my guests to read a book in the Fat Acceptance/Body Positive/Health at Every Size space and I talk to them about it. Throughout these conversations I get them to tell their stories, we go off on tangents and we give you a great idea of the main con ...
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There’s never been a musical theatre game show… until now. In The Great Broadway Game Show Competition teams of Broadway stars face off against each other, and the audience, to identify show tunes and win money for charity, all while sharing intimate stories and memories from their lives and careers. Who do you think knows more about musicals? Who can remember all the lyrics to the most obscure songs on Broadway? Tune in and play along with host Todd Graff as he puts everyone’s knowledge to ...
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As President of Omega CDC, Vanessa Ward leads the organization’s mission of breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty by catalyzing change in Northwest Dayton. Join us for an inspiring conversation all about Vanessa’s journey, the ongoing impact of Omega CDC, and her vision for bringing hope to Northwest Dayton. Learn more about Omega CDC and…
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Registered midwife Amanda Redford set up a business combining her clinical knowledge with her lifelong interest in complementary therapies. The University of Staffordshire alumna, from Bagnall, was Senior Research Midwife at the UHNM where her work included clinical trials using acupuncture. Her business, Women’s Natural Health, sees Amanda support…
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As the President and CEO of Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU), Tim Mislansky has dedicated his career to the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” In this episode, we discuss servant leadership, what it means to think creatively in the financial services industry, and how WPCU is building hope and improving the well-being of more than 5…
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In this episode of Proud To Be Staffs, we sit down with 2009 alum Steven Levitt and his partner Kim Field, who together run the vibrant social media platform "We Love Stoke." Steven, Drama Performance and Theatre Arts graduate, reflects on his unexpected journey into university life, the passion for performance (dating back to his magician era), an…
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As the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Miami Valley Meals, Amanda DeLotelle leads a dedicated team that transforms donated and rescued food into nutritious meals for those facing food insecurity. In this episode, Amanda shares the inspiring story of founding Miami Valley Meals during the COVID-19 pandemic, the creativity and care that goes int…
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Lisa Wagner is the Executive Director of Levitt Pavilion Dayton, a local non-profit with the mission of building community through music, one free concert at a time. We discuss the transformative power of live music, creative placemaking, and how Levitt Pavilion is intentionally building social bridges and creating a lasting, positive impact within…
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In this inspiring episode of Proud To be Staffs, Linnet Nyawara, a Kenyan immigrant and recent Health and Social Care graduate shares her powerful philosophy of turning pain into power, highlighting the importance of a strong support network and acknowledges the journey of grief that accompanies personal changes. As a single mother, Linnet emphasis…
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Dr. Susan Edwards is the eighth president of Wright State University. As a first-generation college student herself, Sue is personally committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus where all students have the opportunity to succeed. Listen to our conversation with Sue to learn more about her fascinating background, her dedication to stude…
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Jon Plant, Director of Moorland pottery and graduate from the Polytechnic days, shares his journey from studying ceramics to establishing his own business. He discusses the impact of the Degree Show on instilling confidence in himself and our students, and how the experienced prepared him for the next step. Jon reflects on celebrating 20 years of ‘…
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The Shy Entrepreneur. Author. Dachshund hotelier. There are a few ways to describe our alum Adele de Caso, but we will describe her as exceptional. On the latest episode of Proud To Be Staffs, Adele describes how her journey went from a phlebotomist to encouraging their introverted self to take on new challenges and everything in between. “I’ve alw…
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English Literature graduate and Creative Learning Producer at the Regent Theatre, Josh Hardy reveals how they caught the theatre bug during their university days; watching shows from Cinderella pantos to Dolly Parton musicals. Now, as a result of his love for the Regent Theatre, Josh’s career continues to break down barriers to theatre, showcasing …
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On this episode of the Proud to be Staffs podcast, international graduate Dayo Michael Ayo-Adeyinka, talks about moving from Nigeria to Stoke-on-Trent to study an MSc in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering at Staffordshire University and why his course was worth travelling halfway around the world. Subscribe now so you never miss an episod…
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Name any successful singer or band from the past 60 years and the chances are that Mike Lloyd OBE will know them, have worked with them or have an anecdote to share. Honorary Doctor, music promoter, record shop owner and concert organiser, Mike has lived and breathed the Staffordshire music scene for decades. In the latest episode of the Proud To B…
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Honorary Doctor of Staffordshire University, Chief Executive Officer of All Saints Catholic Collegiate Multi-Academy, and champion for education, Margaret Yates inspires everyone who meets her. In the latest episode of the Proud To Be Staffs podcast, Margaret speaks about the highs and lows of being a teacher, the career progression and the inspira…
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An Honorary Doctor of Staffordshire University and the Artistic Director of the New Vic Theatre, Theresa Heskins’ productions have won the theatre equivalent of the Oscars. In the latest episode of the Proud to be Staffs podcast she talks about her glittering career and why she is so committed to Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. Subscribe now so y…
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Jewellery designer and maker Ellina Pollitt’s work was recently featured in Vogue Magazine. In the latest episode of the Proud to be Staffs podcast the Staffordshire University alumna shares her journey of moving to the UK from Russia and how studying at University unlocked skills that led to her becoming an award-winner. Subscribe now so you never…
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As the recently appointed CEO of Port Vale Football Club Matt Hancock is very Proud to be Staffs. On the latest edition of the podcast he talks about the power of football to transform lives and why he is so committed to making an impact in the county where he was born and raised.Af Development and Alumni Relations
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Jamie Smith, graduate, a former staff member and an Honorary Doctor, embodies the spirit of Proud To Be Staffs and serves as an icon for how education changes lives. Tune in to his inspiring story as he shares his insights on the importance of human-centred approaches, prioritising positivity and overcoming poverty-related anxiety to achieve his go…
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Ceramic designer, studio potter and painter, Honorary Doctor Lorna Bailey tells the story of a 17-year old starting her own ceramic business, figuring out life’s priorities and finding that niche to call her own within the creative industry. Taking a step back in on her own terms, Lorna describes the art of learning to throw vases whilst creating a…
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The musician Slash tempted Ben McManus to Staffordshire University but it’s his determination to reduce the city’s digital divide that’s kept him in Stoke-on-Trent. The Fine Art alumni share his university memories on the latest Proud to be Staffs podcast. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.Af Development and Alumni Relations
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I wish this was a welcome back but I've done the next best thing! I had a wonderful podcast chat with Kate of the Peach Please! podcast and she was kind enough to allow me to share it with you on my feed. Enjoy this bonus episode and make sure to show Kate some love on Tik Tok or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/katieiswinnen/). If you want to …
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Honorary Doctor Sinéad Butters MBE talks about her journey to become the Chief Executive of Aspire Housing in this episode of the Proud to be Staffs podcast. Listen as Sinéad shares her experiences of running a multi-million-pound business in the county where she was born and raised. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.…
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Denise Leigh isn’t a blind opera singer, she is an opera singer who just happens to be blind. Listen to our Honorary Doctor talk about her incredible musical journey and her recent cancer treatment with her unique brand of honesty and humour. With special guest Tilly, Denise’s beautiful guide dog and all-round best girl. Subscribe now so you never …
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Professional boxer Nathan ‘Hitman’ Heaney is nothing short of an inspiration - the Staffordshire University alum turned pro at a stage in his career when many athletes would be contemplating retirement. Hear about his university days, his love for his committed supporters and why Delilah will always be his walk on music. Subscribe now so you never …
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Pakistani-born entrepreneur Mo Chaudry has demonstrated that with hard work and determination anything is possible. Moving to England at a young age, Mo was unable to speak a word of English, but now we talk to Staffordshire University graduate and Honorary Doctor about how he overcame his childhood bullying, started his business empire and how he …
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From studying for a part-time law degree to setting up an international sports agency that negotiates the sale of football clubs, Gary Mellor’s success has been phenomenal. We talk to him about his meteoric rise and why, despite working in some of the most exotic places around the globe, Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire are the right place for his …
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World squash champion, the world’s first professional female squash player and the general manager of Stoke City Football Club’s women’s team – Angela Smith is nothing short of a female sporting icon. We talk to the Staffordshire University Honorary Doctor about everything from becoming a household name in China to teaching Jackie Kennedy Onassis t…
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From making a music video for The Prodigy while still a Staffordshire University student to creating animations for Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, Daniel Waterman’s inspirational story makes him the perfect guest for the first Proud to be Staffs podcast. We talk to the animation alumni about his stellar career, memories of University and wh…
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TRIGGER WARNING: Event dieting, weight gain, sexual trauma, sex and graphic sexual acts, exercise I cannot believe we have reached episode 80! After almost three years, a plethora of guests and experiences, and tons of books, we are at the end. Well, not the end end, just the end for now. I don't know why I am going on and on about this because I d…
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TRIGGER WARNING: Use of the O-words All good things must come to an end my friends. This podcast has saved me in a multitude of ways. The books I've read for the show, the people I've met have changed my life. I am a different, a better person because I did this show. I am also a more confident speaker and connector to others because I had a podcas…
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List of a few of the podcasts I really like for you to check out during the break: Friend recommendations Going Beyond the Food Show Skate Date Fat Like Me More Than Tracy Turnbald Fat Chicks on Top Fat Girl Book Club Guests and Podcasters Fat Theory Book Club Fierce Fattie Embodiment for the Rest of Us Therapy Homework Fat. So? Peach Please Radlov…
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I've had a lot of chats on this podcast with people who've become friends after the show but rarely do I get to chat to a friend I had before getting them on the show (see my chat with Chavonne about Fierce Fattie or with Pascale about The Fat Lady Sings to see a couple I have done), but this episode is with a friend. I met Haz Cady when my podcast…
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I had Big Girl by Kelsey Miller on my TBR pile for a really long time. I even sent out a note a few years (yes YEARS!) ago on social media looking for someone to read it with me, but I didn't get any takers so when Chelsea Levy mentioned this book as being a really important part of her journey to body liberation during an IG live a few months ago,…
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I don't think I knew when Angel Austin of Sacred Space for Black Bodies asked to read Fat Girls in Black Bodies by Dr Joy Cox that it would be such a perfect match, but Angel and this book go hand-in-hand. A big theme of this book is building community and Angel has incredible community building projects on the go, including mutual aid resources, a…
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This is the second of two episodes on Gendered Bodies and Public Scrutiny by Victoria Kannen. This time though I chatted with Layla Cameron, a fat activist based close to my hometown in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You definitely do not have to listen to the first episode to get something out of this conversation but the first conversation provides a fra…
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This week on the pod we are doing another round of a book deep dive. In the episode released tomorrow I will be chatting to Victoria Kannen about her book called Gendered Bodies and Public Scrutiny. In two weeks, I'll be chatting to a fat activist about the same book for extra insights and powerful takeaways. In this discussion Victoria and I set u…
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I am so excited for you to listen to this week's episode. I stumbled across Katie Winnen's podcast by chance and heard a genuine joyfulness in her voice. I invited her on my pod and was so happy to find out that she is authentically joyful. I mean, I really wish I lived closer to her because I have a feeling I would be trying to hang out on patios …
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TRIGGER WARNINGS: Abuse, O-word, biohacking and my disordered body building behaviours, derogatory use of the word, "fat" This week on the podcast I have a chat with my friend Chavonne about Vinny Welsby's book, Fierce Fattie. I did something I rarely do and just had a chat with my friend, no discussion questions, no intense preparation, just a goo…
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TRIGGER WARNINGS GALORE: Abuse, disordered eating behaviours, food scarcity, we name a diet This week on the podcast I have the first of two episodes on Vinny Welsby's book Fierce Fattie. This week I'm chatting with Vinny and next week I'll be chatting with my friend Chavonne about Vinny's book. You get a month of Fierce Fattie - ness!!!! In this c…
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TRIGGER WARNINGS GALORE: Intentional weight loss, disordered eating, disordered exercise, before/after photo discussion, eating disorders This is a solo episode where I chat about my history with the books Health at Every Size by Lindo Bacon and The F*ck It Diet by Caroline Dooner. I also talk about why I've harmed others when I've talked about the…
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I don't know why the thought never occurred to me. But it didn't. If finding a doctor is hard because of the way diet culture has made us all fatphobes, why did I think finding a therapist would be any different? But I never thought about it like that, until a friend told me about The Fat Lady Sings by Cheryl Fuller, which explores being a therapis…
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This week I am re-releasing this episode with Cat Pausé. I didn't know her well, in fact we only met twice. I was on her podcast Friend of Marilyn and she was on mine. But her work was brilliant and I was so honoured to have her on the show. She recently, vey suddenly passed away. I wanted to do something to show how amazing she was and how much of…
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