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Be the change. Podcast

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Be the change. Podcast is a platform for young leaders, activists, and changemakers to share their powerful stories and transformative ideas. Hosted by Lily Mott, each episode is packed with inspiring conversations that highlight how young people around the world are driving extraordinary change in their communities and beyond. Whether you’re passionate about social action or simply looking for motivation to make a difference, this podcast will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take action. Tune in to Be the change. Podcast every Wednesday and discover how you, too, can help shape a better world!
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Episodes

Muminah Koleoso

Change comes when you make use of the resources that you have. Muminah Koleoso is the host of Sister Station, which is a podcast that amplifies the voices, stories, and lived experiences of Black, Muslim, and global majority women. Sister Station launched on Be the change. Media Network on June 22, 2025, so you can listen now via our website . To get connected with Muminah, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find Sister Space on Instagram to follow along with the podcast. Please l...

Jul 02, 202531 minSeason 1Ep. 255

Saskia Coomber

Change comes when you see what you can do. Saskia Coomber is the host of The B Side, a podcast which takes an honest look at the UK music industry. The B Side launched on Be the change. Media Network on June 17, 2025, so you can listen now via our website . To get connected with Saskia, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find The B Side on Instagram to follow along with the podcast. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Insta...

Jun 18, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 254

Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela is Back

Change comes when you write something down, and you share the vision with others. Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela is the founding president of Girl Up Bulawayo, a mental health advocate, and the host of the Beyond #10 October podcast. Beyond #10 October launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 28, 2025, so check out the podcast and listen now via our website . To get connected with Lubelihle, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find Beyond #10 October on Instagram to follow alo...

Jun 11, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 253

Five Years of Be the change. Podcast

Change comes when you pass the mic. The first episode of Be the change. Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks five years since that first episode. Thank you to everyone who has listened to, supported, and/or been a guest on Be the change. Podcast over the last five years. This podcast wouldn't be possible without you! Also, thank you to Troy , Skylar , Eden , Saskia, and Tom for joining me for this episode! Click on their names to check out their podcasts on the Be the cha...

Jun 04, 202527 minSeason 1Ep. 252

Skylar Jackenthal

Change comes when you positively impact one person’s life. Skylar Jackenthal is a co-founder of Live Like Sam and the host of the Good Grief: Life After Loss podcast. Good Grief launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 15, 2025, so check out the podcast and listen now via our website . To get connected with Skylar, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find Good Grief on Instagram to follow along with the podcast. For more information about Live Like Sam, visit: https://liveli...

May 28, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 251

Lucy Brodure

Change comes when you’re a troublemaker (in a positive way). Lucy Brodure is a Youth Development Coordinator at UK Youth and a children's rights advocate, who is passionate about youth empowerment and sports for social change. Lucy is also a host of The Imperfect Activist, which launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 9th, 2025. To get connected with Lucy, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find The Imperfect Activist on Instagram to follow along with the podcast. You can ...

May 14, 202523 minSeason 1Ep. 250

Skye Morgan and Tricia Walker

Change comes when you go for it and when you say it. Skye Morgan and Tricia Walker are the co-hosts of Youth Voice, which is a series launching on The Forgotten Generation Podcast on Be the change. Media Network on May 8th, 2025. To get connected with Skye, find them on Instagram . To get connected with Tricia, find her on Instagram . From May 8th, 2025, you can listen to the Youth Voice series on The Forgotten Generation Podcast: https://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/our-podcasts/the-forgotte...

May 07, 202513 minSeason 1Ep. 249

Natasha Pavey

Change comes when you find what’s close to your heart. Natasha Pavey is a theater maker, creative producer, climate justice activist, and a host of The Imperfect Activist, which is a podcast launching on Be the change. Media Network on May 9th, 2025. To get connected with Natasha, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also find The Imperfect Activist on Instagram to follow along with the podcast. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on...

Apr 30, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 248

Vaish Kash

Change comes when you find your support group. Vaish Kash is the host of The Track Record on Be the change. Media Network, which is a podcast that digs into the music that moves culture, shapes identity, and stirs up conversation. You can listen to The Track Record now on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or other podcasting platforms . You can also watch The Track Record on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hz-xu7LQObg . To get connected with Vaish Kash, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . Ple...

Apr 23, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 247

Ishaa Asim

Change comes when you are ready for the criticisms and compliments. Ishaa Asim is a youth social justice activist who has worked on local, national, and international campaigns. To get connected with Ishaa, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . You can also visit her blog: https://www.little-i.org/ . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . I...

Apr 16, 202516 minSeason 1Ep. 246

Chase Hartman

Change comes when you reach out and get connected. Chase Hartman is the founder of Eco Brothers and an award-winning book distribution project called “read.repeat.” To get connected with Chase, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at lily@bethechangepo...

Apr 09, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 245

Naabil Khan

Change comes when you fit into your own box. Naabil Khan is a medical student, an activist, and a campaigner working on addressing health inequalities. To get connected with Naabil, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . To learn more about Skin for All, visit: https://skinforall.co.uk/ Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any ...

Apr 02, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 244

Stefano Di Rico

Change comes when you get involved. Stefano Di Rico is a student and mental health campaigner based in the UK. To get connected with Stefano, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . To learn more about Ben West's work, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . To learn more about Dr Mark Cox's work, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Insta...

Mar 26, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 243

Reese Wong

Change comes when you become a sponge. Reese Wong is a changemaker, community builder, and public speaker, who is originally from Hong Kong and now lives in London, England. To get connected with Reese, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at lily@beth...

Mar 19, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 242

Richard Lee-Thai

Change comes when you think about curiosity and contribution. Richard Lee-Thai is a connection expert and the founder of Excuses to Connect. To get connected with Richard, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at [email protected] ....

Mar 12, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 241

Leah Nolan

Change comes when you have the confidence to start. Leah Nolan is a netball coach and an advocate for young people to get more involved in sport and social action. To get connected with Leah, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . Listen to the episode of The Forgotten Generation Podcast featuring Leah on Spotify or Apple Podcasts . Listen to the episode of Sports for All featuring Leah on Spotify or Apple Podcasts . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Medi...

Feb 26, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 240

Hayley Biley

Change comes when you find your own "Bob from the Estate". Hayley Biley is a board member at Croydon Commitment, a creative changemaker, and an activist who is passionate about creating spaces and experiences that connect people. To get connected with Hayley, find her on LinkedIn . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any que...

Feb 19, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 239

David Seaton

Change comes when you find your helpers. David Seaton is a political activist and podcast host based in the United States. To get connected with David, find him on Instagram or LinkedIn . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at [email protected] ....

Feb 12, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 238

Annabelle Woghiren

Change comes when you understand your mode of learning and your mode of action. Annabelle Woghiren is an anti-racism activist, a social justice activist, and a human rights advocate. To get connected with Annabelle and to watch her content, find her on Instagram , LinkedIn , or TikTok . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have an...

Feb 05, 202523 minSeason 1Ep. 237

Pratika Katiyar

Change comes when you start small to have a big impact. Pratika Katiyar is an activist and a writer focusing on a variety of issues, including human rights, free speech, and technology policy. To get connected with Pratika, find her on Instagram or LinkedIn . To read and learn more about Pratika's work, visit her Linktree . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram...

Jan 29, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 236

Jade Barnett

Change comes when you apply for any opportunities that give you a chance. Jade Barnett is a co-founder of Power2Prevail Community CIC, as well as a public speaker, workshop facilitator, and more. To get connected with Jade, find her on Instagram or LinkedIn . To learn more about Power2Prevail Community CIC, find the organization on Instagram or LinkedIn . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be ...

Jan 22, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 235

Shomy Hasan Chowdhury

Change comes when we understand that we are not superhumans. Shomy Hasan Chowdhury is a water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activist and a co-founder of Awareness 360, which is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young people across 70+ countries in advancing the UN Global Goals. To get connected with Shomy, find her on Instagram or LinkedIn . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change...

Jan 15, 202521 minSeason 1Ep. 234

Helen Cooper

Change comes when you keep learning. Helen Cooper is an #iwill Ambassador who is passionate about disability equity. To get connected with Helen, find her on Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at [email protected] ....

Jan 08, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 233

EsaBella Anna Karena Strickland

Change comes when you take things day by day. EsaBella Anna Karena Strickland is a multi-award-winning filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, published author, a Ted-Ed Speaker, and more. To get connected with EsaBella, find her on Instagram ( @orabellatheoracle or @esabellakarena ) or on LinkedIn . For more information about EsaBella's book, visit: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57017289-then-and-there-here-and-where . To watch EsaBella's TED-Ed Talk, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16_...

Jan 01, 202519 minSeason 1Ep. 232

Lánre Adeleye

Change comes when you just start talking about the things that you care about. Lánre Adeleye is, among many other things, a co-founder of The Junior, which is an organization committed to making change in the creative industry. To get connected with Lánre, find him on Instagram or LinkedIn . For more information about The Junior, visit: https://www.the-junior.com/ . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork ....

Dec 25, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 231

Millie Nicholson

Change comes when you realize that it’s so much easier than you think it’s going to be. Millie Nicholson, along with her co-host Hannah Whitfield, is the newest member of Be the change. Media Network and the host of "Monday Mornings with Millie" on the (no longer) Legally Detained podcast. To get connected with Millie, find her on Instagram . Tune in to Monday Mornings with Millie episodes every Monday Be the change. Media Network. Listen to the first episode and the second episode of Monday Mor...

Dec 18, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 230

Hannah Whitfield

Change comes when you love your whole self. Hannah Whitfield is a neurodivergent creative activist and the newest member of Be the change. Media Network. To get connected with Hannah, find her on Instagram . Tune in to Hannah's podcast episodes every Monday and Thursday on Be the change. Media Network. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast ...

Dec 04, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 229

Colin Brown is Back

Change comes when you knock on that first door. Colin Brown is a grassroots organizer with Grassroots Central Mass, and he returned to Be the change. Podcast to share his experience campaigning in elections throughout 2024. For more information about Grassroots Central Mass, visit: https://grassrootscentralmass.org . To get connected with Colin, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechan...

Nov 27, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 228

Benjamin Glover

Change comes when we make use of our time. Benjamin Glover is a member of the UK Youth Parliament for Merton. To get connected with Benjamin, find him on Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at [email protected] ....

Nov 20, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 227

Anna Calvert

Change comes when you go and get it. Anna Calvert is a social activist raising awareness about a variety of issues, including the accessibility of CPR and first aid training. To get connected with Anna, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram . Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork . Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast . If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at lily@beth...

Nov 06, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 226
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