The Fair Ways People Podcast

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Stories of Fair Ways and members of the Fair Ways Community.

  1. Episode 6 - Lauren Steadman MBE

    FEB 2

    Episode 6 - Lauren Steadman MBE

    In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Gareth Webb is joined by Lauren Steadman MBE, Fair Ways’ first ever Ambassador, for a powerful and inspiring conversation. Lauren shares her incredible journey as a Paralympian, broadcaster and advocate, reflecting on resilience, identity and what it means to use her platform to create positive change. She talks openly about the experiences that have shaped her, the values she holds close, and why becoming an Ambassador for Fair Ways was such an important step for her. Together, they explore the importance of aspiration, inclusion and opportunity - particularly for children and young people who have faced adversity - and how sport, belief and the right support can transform lives. It’s an honest, uplifting and motivating conversation that perfectly captures the spirit of Fair Ways and the power of role models.

    41 min
  2. Episode 5 - Craig Morris

    JAN 12

    Episode 5 - Craig Morris

    Welcome to the Fair Ways People Podcast. In this episode, Gareth Webb is joined by Craig Morris, Fair Ways’ Head of Health, Safety and Facilities, to hear the story behind the name. Craig has been with Fair Ways for over 20 years, starting his career working directly in our children’s homes and across our services, before moving into a central support role where he now leads on health, safety and facilities across the organisation. He reflects on his journey, what’s kept him committed to Fair Ways for more than two decades, and how his experience on the frontline continues to shape the way he supports safe, positive environments for children, young people and staff. It’s honest, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    29 min
  3. Episode 4 - Emma Moore

    12/08/2025

    Episode 4 - Emma Moore

    In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Gareth sits down with Emma Moore, Headteacher of Fair Ways GLADE School, our specialist ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) provision. Emma shares her journey into education, her passion for creating safe, nurturing learning environments, and the values that guide her leadership. From her early experiences supporting children with additional needs to shaping GLADE School into a trauma-informed, relationship-based educational setting, Emma offers an honest and inspiring look into the heart of specialist education. She opens up about what drives her, the challenges and rewards of leading GLADE School, and her vision for the future of the school and its students. It’s thoughtful, motivating, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    25 min
  4. Episode 3 - Vic Adams

    11/24/2025

    Episode 3 - Vic Adams

    In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, Gareth Webb sits down with Vic Adams, Fair Ways’ Executive Head (of Education), to explore the story behind the name. Vic shares her journey through education, from her early career and the moments that shaped her approach to teaching, to leading Fair Ways Education with compassion, purpose and a strong commitment to trauma-informed practice. She opens up about what drives her, the challenges and rewards of working with children who need a different approach to learning, and some of her key achievements during her time with Fair Ways so far. It’s thoughtful, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    38 min
  5. Episode 2 - Lorna Taylor

    11/17/2025

    Episode 2 - Lorna Taylor

    In this episode, Gareth Webb sits down with Lorna Taylor, Fair Ways’ Head of Therapeutic Services, to hear the story behind the name. From her early career and journey into therapeutic practice, to leading a team that helps embed trauma-informed approaches across Fair Ways, Lorna shares how therapy underpins the care, education and support we provide every day. She opens up about what drives her, the importance of understanding behaviour through a trauma lens, and some of her proudest achievements during her time with Fair Ways. It’s honest, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    36 min
  6. Episode 1 - Eileen Calnan

    11/10/2025

    Episode 1 - Eileen Calnan

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Fair Ways People Podcast! In this episode, Gareth Webb sits down with Eileen Calnan, Fair Ways’ Head of Safeguarding, to talk about her journey, her passion for protecting children and young people, and what safeguarding really means across our charity. Eileen shares her passions, opens up on her journey so far and discusses what drives her, as well as some of her key achievements during her time with Fair Ways. It’s honest, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    45 min
  7. Episode 11 - Jon Loney

    09/29/2025

    Episode 11 - Jon Loney

    In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, we sit down with Jon, Fair Ways Director of Operations (Wales), to hear the story behind the name. From Head of Residential Services, overseeing Fair Ways Residential Children's Homes and Supported Living Homes, to Head of Fostering, Head of Family Services and Director of Operations, Jon has a vast amount of experience in Fair Ways. To finish Season 1 of the Fair Ways People Podcast, finding out what led him to join Fair Ways, and Jon's outlook on what shaped his early life and what his aims and ambitions are for the future. Jon shares his passions, opens up on his journey so far and discusses what drives him and some of his key achievements during his time with Fair Ways. It’s honest, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    34 min
  8. Episode 10 - Rob Jesson

    09/22/2025

    Episode 10 - Rob Jesson

    In this episode of The Fair Ways People Podcast, we sit down with Rob, Fair Ways Finance Director, to hear the story behind the name. From growing up in Liverpool and finding happiness in his childhood, to being responsible for setting electricity and petrol prices for an entire island, Rob tells us his journey to joining Fair Ways. Rob shares his passions, hobbies, what drives him, and discusses some of her key achievements during his time with Fair Ways so far. It’s honest, inspiring, and full of heart - just like Fair Ways itself.

    33 min
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