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The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers. We want to give care experienced young people a place to tell their stories. Each episode we invite someone who has been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage people in similar situations.
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In the final episode of series 4, IMO speaks with Annie Gibb’s, who is a care experienced female rights diversity advocate. Annie set up Amour Destine which, as you will hear, is an incredible organisation which inspires black women and girls who have experienced trauma to know that their experience does not define their future. Annie’s message of …
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In the 4th episode of series 4, Luke talks to IMO about the experience he has gained from pushing himself to try every opportunity that comes his way, this includes joining the Children's Commissioner's Care Experienced Advisory Board and a placement at Durham County Council. His drive to try new things helped him come up with the idea of creating …
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In the third episode of series 4 of the IMO Podcast, Rebekah reflects on her experience of social workers both as a child in care and now as a professional working in the industry. She also talks about misconceptions of being in care, her views on whether care experience should be a protected characteristic and and offers advice for children in car…
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In the second episode of series 4, Louise talks to IMO about being a single mum whilst working as a full time civil servant, the challenges she has faced throughout her life in care including discrimination and lack of support, and her message of self-belief and how leaning on support networks can help care leavers who are navigating the transition…
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In the first episode of series 4, Isatu talks to IMO about her story, her work with Amour Destiné, and how resilience and a positive mindset can help young people navigate their way through adversity. The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care po…
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In episode five of series 3, Scarlett talks to IMO about the powerful animations she’s created about her own and others journeys through the foster care system, being separated from her family and siblings, and the compromises the system causes you to make. The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers. Series three…
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In the forth episode of series 3, Ric Flo talks to us about having a creative or physical outlet as therapy, representation in music and managing relationships with foster carers and biological family. He also shares what inspired him and powerful advice for achieving your goals. The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with car…
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In the third episode of series 3, Isabelle talks to us about her 'corporate parents' breaking up with her via text, her work using art to make a difference and the importance of having ownership of your story and your identity. The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers. Series three continues to shine a light on…
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Three years ago Ashley Jean-Baptiste joined us to talk about his experiences and career. In the second episode of series 3 Ashley is back and talks to us about ambition and founding Be Inspired, an annual event for care experienced young people to take hold of their futures. The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care lea…
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In the first episode of series 3 we talk to Jerome about how the suicide of a close friend inspired him to set up The Tope Project, a loving space for care leavers to combat loneliness. He also talks about his journey of healing the traumas he experienced in the care system and living with peace and joy in his present. The IMO Podcast is a series o…
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