In this episode of the Lending Voices podcast, two students from St Andrew’s & St Bride’s High School, Kaden and Rachel, engage in a lively discussion with local author Iain Kelly. Hosted at the East Kilbride Central Library and recorded before a live audience, this episode captures the students utilising their burgeoning journalistic skills to delve into the inspirations behind Kelly's work, particularly his novel "Barra Boy."

During the interview, the students uncover intriguing insights about the creative processes and personal stories that fuel Kelly's writing. The interaction highlights the author's enthusiasm for discussing literary themes and the influences on his work, providing the audience with a deeper understanding of his literary journey.

Information on Iain Kelly and his writing can be found here:

https://iainkellywriting.com

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The Lending Voices Project recently visited Lanark Grammar School to facilitate a podcast for the school Inclusion Group:

Students from every year group at LGS make up the extremely effective student-led inclusion group, which meets on a regular basis. Members of the group are encouraged to talk freely and honestly about their experiences as students at LGS, including what works and what may be improved. Delphi and Frazer, two young people in our inclusion group, put out their first podcast! Our podcast covers interesting subjects related to neurodiversity and inclusive practices at Lanark Grammar School, and we were fortunate to have Mr. Munogee and Mr. Clarkston as guest speakers. We hope this is just the first of many podcasts about inclusion at Lanark Grammar School!

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While at the Older Peoples Assembly held in the Ballerup Hall in East Kilbride - Megan stopped by to chat to us about Healthy & Active in East Kilbride which is a community-focused organisation established in 2003. It aims to improve both mental and physical health and promote well-being, independence, and inclusivity in the community. The organization provides a variety of health and wellness services, including yoga, Tai Chi, mindfulness classes, and more. They also engage in community support activities and offer mobility services, all while working closely with local support systems and other partnerships to enhance the quality of life for residents in the area​.

Find out more at their website:

https://healthyandactive.org.uk/

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While at the Older Peoples Assembly held in the Ballerup Hall in East Kilbride - Jack and Scott from SP Energy Networks stopped by to talk to us about the support, advice and services available to service users in South Lanarkshire and beyond. From making people aware of the priority services register, to power cut preparedness and much more.

Find out more on their website:

https://www.spenergynetworks.co.uk/pages/a_caring_network.aspx

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While at the Older Peoples Assembly held in the Ballerup Hall in East Kilbride - Scot stopped by to chat about Care & Repair Lanarkshire which is an independent charity dedicated to assisting older people and those living with disabilities to maintain their independence by helping them repair, improve, and adapt their homes. The organisation provides a range of services aimed at ensuring clients live comfortably and safely in their own homes.

Find out more on their website:

https://careandrepair-sl.co.uk/

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In this episode of the "Lending Voices" podcast, the S1/2 AS class from Lanark Grammar School revisits the historic Battle of Bannockburn. Assisted by their teacher and classroom helpers, the students employ a creative "breaking news broadcast" format to deliver a narrative filled with authentic battle sounds and lively dialogue.

The program includes a series of reports from the battlefield, complete with interviews featuring soldiers from both sides and cameos from historical figures like Robert the Bruce and King Edward II. Through their scriptwriting and performance, the students manage to convey the urgency and drama of the event.

Join us as we explore one of Scotland's defining battles, brought to life by the fresh perspectives of South Lanarkshire's young students. Tune in to this unique episode of "Lending Voices" and gain a new understanding of this significant historical moment.

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In this brief 4-minute episode, Iain and Dave announce the official launch of the "Lending Voices" project by South Lanarkshire Libraries. They explain that this innovative initiative aims to make podcasting accessible to everyone in the community, regardless of their technical expertise or financial situation.

Iain and Dave highlight the project's core mission: to empower community members to share their unique stories and perspectives through podcasting. They emphasise the availability of portable podcasting kits which can tavel to a local library near you, and are designed to help users easily start their podcasting journey.

The hosts encourage listeners to take advantage of this new resource and wrap up the episode with a call to action, urging the community to get involved and start creating their own podcasts.Look out for pop up sessions in your local branch!

If you want to get involved, or have an idea for collaboration, email the team at LendingVoices@library.s-lanark.org.uk

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In this introspective episode of Lending Voices, Martin Stepek joins hosts Iain and Dave to explore the profound themes of memory, family connection, and resilience. While the conversation begins with the backdrop of Martin’s latest book about his father, Jan Stepek, it quickly transcends into a broader dialogue about the universal experiences of loss, connection, and the enduring bonds of family.

Throughout the episode, Martin reflects on the importance of understanding and preserving family memories, not only to honor the past but also to bridge connections with present and future generations. The discussion delves into how personal and collective memories shape our identities and the ways in which families adapt to and overcome adversity.

Themes of mindfulness and the immigrant experience are woven into the conversation, highlighting how these elements have impacted Martin’s perspective on life and resilience. The discussion also touches on the importance of remembrance and the role it plays in healing and understanding generational trauma.

Listeners are invited to contemplate their own family narratives and the powerful role of memory in shaping personal and communal resilience.

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