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In this episode, we welcome our newest member, Maria, and get to know her story. We ask about her life experiences and discover how she navigates the world with restricted eyesight—always with resilience and an incredible sense of humour.

Later, Gila shares an honest and heartfelt review of her experience using a Fitbit. She opens up about the anxiety it triggered and how being constantly monitored 24/7 took a toll on her well-being. Tune in to hear how she reclaimed peace by stepping away from the pressure of data-driven health tracking.

Lastly we celebrate our 1000th download and give ourselves a well deserved pat on the back.

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Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell.

Editor: Phil Powell

Huge thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

All enquiries: admin@communityfocus.co.uk or IT@communityfocus.co.uk

Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/

Theme Music: Rastko Rasic @ the students of Community Focus

Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot

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It’s Pride Week at Community Focus – and we’re throwing the spotlight on one of London’s most joyful, inclusive celebrations of all: Bubble Club!

This week, we’re stepping away from our usual format to dive into the world of Bubble Club – an immersive nightclub in East London co-created by people with learning disabilities, and proudly celebrating its 20th anniversary.

In the lead-up to their most recent club night, we got an exclusive look behind the scenes: from their creative workshop space to the unforgettable night itself. We met the brilliant team making it all happen, including club manager Iona Ascherson, the unstoppable Tilley, and Del (the piggie) – all sharing their love for this groundbreaking community.

Bubble Club isn’t just a night out – it’s a movement. A place where people of all abilities and backgrounds come together to dance, express, and celebrate who they are.

Join us as we celebrate Pride, inclusion, creativity, and 20 years of unforgettable nights at Bubble Club.

For more information on Bubble Club, click here.

To book the next club night (the 20th birthday party), click here.

For more information on Tilley and Del (the piggie), click here.

Huge thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

All enquiries: admin@communityfocus.co.uk or IT@communityfocus.co.uk

Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/

Theme Music: Rastko Rasic @ the students of Community Focus

Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot

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In this episode Oak Lodge School is taking over the show – cue the cheers! 🎉

Meet our brilliant new pupil podcasters from Oak Lodge as they jump behind the mic for the very first time and share a bit about themselves and their interests. Then, the takeover continues with an exclusive interview with Head Teacher Miss Walker, we meet Carol and Yasmin for a behind-the-scenes visit to the Oak Lodge Shop, and a fun chat with Mr. Shirley, one of the school’s amazing teachers.

Get ready for an inspiring, heartwarming, and totally unique glimpse into life at Oak Lodge!

Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell.

Editor: Phil Powell

Huge thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

All enquiries: admin@communityfocus.co.uk or IT@communityfocus.co.uk

Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/

Theme Music: Rastko Rasic @ the students of Community Focus

Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot