The Fair Ways People Podcast

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Sabrina Hewitt, founder of Trapline Legacy and advocate for young people affected by exploitation. Drawing on her lived experience of grooming, child criminal exploitation, county lines, and prison, Sabrina shares an honest insight into how vulnerable young people can be drawn into organised exploitation and why the warning signs are so often missed.She explores how grooming can appear as friendship, attention, gifts, or favours, and what it takes to recognise exploitation and help someone break free. Sabrina also discusses her journey from surviving exploitation to supporting young people, parents, and professionals through mentoring, training, workshops, and consultancy.It’s a powerful conversation about understanding exploitation, challenging assumptions, and using lived experience to create meaningful change and hope.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Jodie Goodchild, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Known For. Jodie shares her journey from a tough childhood in Leigh Park and struggles at school with ADHD to building a successful career in sales, leading teams of 70+ people, and launching her own business during COVID.She opens up about coming out at 19, rebuilding her confidence, and discovering how authenticity and lived experience can become powerful tools for success. Jodie discusses the importance of showing up as your true self, using LinkedIn to build genuine connections and opportunities, and finding the courage to choose growth over comfort. It’s an inspiring conversation about confidence, authenticity, resilience, and how embracing who you are can help you create meaningful change in both your work and life.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Gethin Jones, founder of Unlocking Potential and passionate advocate for trauma-informed change. Gethin shares his journey through social care, children’s homes, secure units, the justice system, addiction, and recovery, exploring how trauma, institutionalisation, and exclusion can shape a person’s life. He discusses the HOPE model, the power of lived experience, and why relapse should be seen as part of learning rather than failure. Gethin also shares how consistency, identity, relationships, and human-to-human leadership helped transform his life and now shape his work with staff, leaders, prisons, charities, and local authorities. It’s a raw and inspiring conversation about seeing the person behind the behaviour and creating systems that understand trauma rather than punish it.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Shannon Louise, a care leaver, founder of Future for Care Leavers, and passionate advocate for change. Shannon shares her journey from growing up in the care system to turning lived experience into action through advocacy, education, and support for other care leavers. She discusses the realities of the care cliff, semi-independence, and the importance of dignity, patience, and better systems for young people. Shannon’s story is one of resilience, growth, and purpose, showing how hardship can be transformed into hope and meaningful change. It’s an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of lived experience and compassionate support.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Matt Smith (Smash Life), a leading voice in care-experienced advocacy and social care support. Matt shares his journey from growing up in the UK care system to co-founding Smash Life, where he now helps young people through mentoring, training, and lived-experience support. He discusses the transformative impact of sibling bond, resilience, music, and community on his path to purpose. Matt’s story is one of survival, growth, and change, emphasizing the importance of compassionate support and better systems for young people. It’s an insightful and inspiring conversation that highlights the power of turning hardship into hope.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Chris Wild, a leading voice in social care reform. Chris shares his journey from a turbulent childhood to becoming a powerful advocate for care leavers. He discusses the transformative impact of boxing and community on his path to resilience. Chris's story is one of purpose and change, emphasizing the importance of systemic reform and support for young people. It’s an insightful and inspiring conversation that highlights the power of turning hardship into hope.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Dan Hughes, co-founder of Vitae Vi, for an enlightening conversation. Dan shares his journey from a corporate career to becoming a breathwork and cold immersion expert.He discusses the transformative impact of breathwork and cold therapy on his recovery from long COVID and cancer. Dan's story is one of resilience and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with one's body and managing stress through breathwork. It’s an insightful and inspiring conversation that highlights the power of personal transformation and well-being.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Fair Ways is joined by Kat Thorne, a keynote and motivational speaker, for an inspiring conversation. Kat shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a motivational speaker. She discusses the impact of early life experiences, the importance of breaking societal scripts, and her transition from corporate life to motivational speaking. Kat's story is one of resilience and transformation, emphasizing the power of positive habits and community. It’s an honest, uplifting, and motivating conversation that captures the spirit of personal growth and empowerment.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Gareth Webb is joined by Steven Russell, Transformational Speaker, for a powerful and inspiring conversation.Steven shares his journey from care to community leader.He discusses the challenges of social care, the importance of mentorship, and his current work in training and workshops.Steven's story is one of resilience and finding purpose beyond personal struggles.It’s an honest, uplifting and motivating conversation that perfectly captures the spirit of Fair Ways and the power of role models.

In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Gareth Webb is joined by Linvoy Primus MBE, Fair Ways’ second Ambassador, for a powerful and inspiring conversation.Linvoy shares his journey from East London to the Premier League.He discusses the challenges of professional sports, the importance of mental health, and his current mentoring work. Linvoy's story is one of resilience and finding purpose beyond footballIt’s an honest, uplifting and motivating conversation that perfectly captures the spirit of Fair Ways and the power of role models.