Beam Me Up Scotty

Music Learning Collective CIC

Beam Me Up Scotty is MLC’s brand-new podcast created for students, by the youngest voices in our team. Fresh, fun, and unapologetically honest, this show dives into the world as our students see it — the music they love, the choices they face, the things that inspire them, and the topics that matter right now. Each episode blends real conversations, creative curiosity, and a healthy dose of youthful chaos. Expect laughter, debates, behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at MLC, and plenty of moments that remind us why young people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re a student, an emerging creative, or simply someone who enjoys seeing the world through a younger (and often wiser!) lens, Beam Me Up Scotty is your lift-off point into a universe of ideas, stories, and sound. Tune in, join the conversation, and get ready to beam up.

Episodes

  1. 12/07/2025

    MLC Locations

    🎙Exploring MLC Locations & the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold AwardHosted by Amber-Lea Scott In this episode, our resident explorer Amber-Lea Scott introduces listeners across the different places where the Music Learning Collective (MLC) operates — from local community hubs to international creative centres. Scotty will guide you through the exciting world of MLC’s locations and explains how each one plays a part in supporting young people on their journey towards the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award. 🪐 Where Does MLC Operate?Scotty takes you on a whistle-stop tour of MLC’s growing network of centres. Each location has its own personality, community, and creative heartbeat, all united by the same mission: helping people learn, create and thrive through music. Discover the full list of centres here: 👉 https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/locations/ 🏅 How Does This Link to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award?MLC is proud to be a DofE Licensed Organisation, meaning young people can work towards their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards entirely through creative pathways. As Scotty explains, MLC’s locations provide a perfect backdrop for the Gold Award’s key sections: Skills – Learn an instrument, develop production techniques, improve voice control, or master DJ skills.Volunteering – Support events, help younger learners, contribute to community arts work.Physical – Movement-based performance opportunities and activities linked to music and the arts.Expedition – Teamwork, planning, and group challenges through ensemble work and collaborative creative projects.Residential (Gold) – Shared creative retreats, musical intensives, or cross-centre projects that bring young people together from across the MLC network. Find out more about MLC’s DofE offer here: 👉 https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/ Whether you're already part of the MLC family or just curious about where creativity meets opportunity, this episode shows how music and personal development go hand-in-hand.

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About

Beam Me Up Scotty is MLC’s brand-new podcast created for students, by the youngest voices in our team. Fresh, fun, and unapologetically honest, this show dives into the world as our students see it — the music they love, the choices they face, the things that inspire them, and the topics that matter right now. Each episode blends real conversations, creative curiosity, and a healthy dose of youthful chaos. Expect laughter, debates, behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at MLC, and plenty of moments that remind us why young people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re a student, an emerging creative, or simply someone who enjoys seeing the world through a younger (and often wiser!) lens, Beam Me Up Scotty is your lift-off point into a universe of ideas, stories, and sound. Tune in, join the conversation, and get ready to beam up.