Empress The Rolling Out Podcast

"I met Empress for the first time just a few months ago, and I already feel like I’ve known her for years. That’s what Empress does."

Although her skating journey only started in 2020, Empress has quickly established herself as a leader in Birmingham’s skating community. She is the founder of Skate Buddies, a group that enables individuals to repair, maintain, and manger their mental health and fitness through roller skating. 

If you are interested in learning more about how rollerskating can improve your mental health, get in touch with Skate Buddies via their ⁠website⁠ or instagram ⁠@skate.buddies⁠.

Please note: this episode contains references to self harm. Listener discretion is advised. 

If you or anyone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is help available. You can contact the Birmingham and Solihull Urgent Mental Health Helpline on 0800 915 9292, or visit the NHS Website to find a local NHS urgent mental health helpline near you.



Produced by Bertz Associates

Executive Produced by Iris Bertz

Podcast Produced, Recorded and Edited by Steven Camden

Original Music and Editing by Mia Sugunasingha

Graphic Design by Jen Wilbur

Skating Lead is Empress Gibbs

Field Recording by Emily Baldwin

A huge thank you to Empress, Skate Buddies and Skate Brum for their support. 

Project funded by an Awards to All Grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.