Valleys Voices: Stories about you, about me, about us.

Valleys Voices Podcast
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Join us as we discover untold stories from the Gwent valleys and delves into the lives of local residents - speaking with residents from Black and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBT+ community and refugees who have settled in the south wales valleys - as we discover what unites us all, where we call home. To listen go to: www.torfaen.gov.uk or download Spotify on your iPhone or android. Produced by: Torfaen County Borough Council Presented by: Harriet Leek

Episodes

  1. Ria, Husna and Suzanna - What does it mean to be a women?

    Feb 26

    Ria, Husna and Suzanna - What does it mean to be a women?

    This podcast highlights the lives of three incredible women, Ria, Husna and Suzanna, these women shine a own light on their life, their beliefs and what they do to empower women in today's society. It explores a powerful and deeply personal topic what it is like to be a women.

    1h 24m
  2. Dot Johnson - Windrush Elder

    06/19/2025

    Dot Johnson - Windrush Elder

    A conversation with Dot Johnson - an elder of the Windrush Generation and cherished member of the West Gwent community, shares her powerful story on her journey from the Caribbean, her experiences of migrating to the UK and how she proudly keeps her Caribbean heritage alive today.

    33 min
  3. Welsh language in West Gwent

    01/31/2025

    Welsh language in West Gwent

    Head Teacher from Ysgol Panteg, pupils from local secondary school and Llio Elgar,  Regional Welsh-medium Education Promotion Champion talks about the Welsh language in their communities.

    31 min
  4. Gymraeg yng Ngorllewin Gwent

    01/31/2025

    Gymraeg yng Ngorllewin Gwent

    Pennaeth Ysgol Panteg, disgyblion o'r ysgol uwchradd leol a Llio Elgar, Pencampwr Hywyddo Addysg Cyfrwng Cymraeg Rhanbarthol yn siarad am y Gymraeg yn eu cymunedau.

    35 min
  5. Harry Spiro - Survivor of the Holocaust and his story is shared by his daughter Tracy.

    01/19/2024

    Harry Spiro - Survivor of the Holocaust and his story is shared by his daughter Tracy.

    In 2022, to mark Holocaust Memorial Day, Tracy Moses shared the experiences of her father Harry Spiro, who survived the Holocaust and decided to live a life without hate.

    25 min
  6. Nataliia Tatarenko - Ukrainian Refugee returning home to Ukraine while the war is continuing to take place (Part 2)

    12/14/2023

    Nataliia Tatarenko - Ukrainian Refugee returning home to Ukraine while the war is continuing to take place (Part 2)

    Nataliia Tatarenko who is a Ukrainian Refugee living in South Wales returns home to Ukraine while the war is continuing to take place. Nataliia highlights the devastating impact that the war has had on her homeland and loved ones and shares her thoughts and feelings of returning home. Episode 2 of 2.

    24 min
  7. Nataliia Tatarenko - Ukrainian Refugee sharing her experiences of living in South Wales (Part 1)

    12/14/2023

    Nataliia Tatarenko - Ukrainian Refugee sharing her experiences of living in South Wales (Part 1)

    A conversation with Nataliia Taterenko who shares her story of moving to South Wales as a Ukrainian Refugee. Nataliia moved to South Wales with her son and mother in law through the Homes for Ukraine Scheme as they needed to flee their country from the war that that began in 2022. Nataliia shares her experiences of living and working in South Wales along with highlights some of the effect that the war has had on herself and her loved ones. Episode 1 of 2.

    38 min

  8. 08/31/2022

    Emily Parker - Tackling Stereotypes

    A conversation with Emily Parker - Emily is a female athlete who moved to Torfaen at the age of 11, she has experiences a lot of different communities and speaks to us about how these have influenced her. Emily's passion is sport and working with young people and gives us some great insight on how it is like growing up in Torfaen and changes that need to happen.

    32 min
  9. Race Relations

    03/09/2022

    Race Relations

    A conversation with Sean Wharton – a Torfaen resident, former professional football player and campaigner for racial equality - about his experiences as a black man living within a predominantly white community. Join the conversation as we delve into his personal experiences of racism and why it is so important for us all to tackle discrimination.

    56 min
  10. Noah Nyle - LGBTQ+

    02/25/2022

    Noah Nyle - LGBTQ+

    A conversation with Noah Nyle – a Caerphilly resident and a true advocate for the LGBTQ+ Community. Noah talks about his experiences as a trans male living in the valleys. Join the conversation as we delve into his personal experiences of coming out and why it is important for us all to tackle discrimination. Warning - This podcast contains elements of suicide and self-harm that may be distressing for listeners.  Samaritans are there – day or night, 365 days a year. You can call them for free on 116 123, email them at jo@samaritans.org, or visit www.samaritans.org to find your nearest branch.

    51 min
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Join us as we discover untold stories from the Gwent valleys and delves into the lives of local residents - speaking with residents from Black and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBT+ community and refugees who have settled in the south wales valleys - as we discover what unites us all, where we call home. To listen go to: www.torfaen.gov.uk or download Spotify on your iPhone or android. Produced by: Torfaen County Borough Council Presented by: Harriet Leek

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