Be the change. Podcast
Be the change. Podcast is a platform for young leaders, activists, and changemakers to share their powerful stories and transformative ideas. Hosted by Lily Mott, each episode is packed with inspiring conversations that highlight how young people around the world are driving extraordinary change in their communities and beyond. Whether you’re passionate about social action or simply looking for motivation to make a difference, this podcast will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take action. Tune in to Be the change. Podcast every Wednesday and discover how you, too, can help shape a better world!
Episodes

Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
24 min
Change comes when we take up space. This special episode takes you inside Anthropy 2026, a gathering of leaders and organizations working toward a more united future for the United Kingdom.
Recorded live from the Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project in Cornwall, this episode features clips from conversations with Anthropy's Emerging Leaders, who are all between the ages of 18 and 30.
The format may be a little different from the typical Be the change. Podcast episode, but these conversations from Anthropy are powerful, personal, and joyful. Plus, how many podcast episodes have you listened to that were recorded in a rainforest? That right there is enough of a reason to listen!
To learn more about Anthropy and the Emerging Leaders Program, visit their website: https://anthropy.uk/
Below is the list of guests in the order they appeared in this episode. By clicking their names, you'll be directed to their LinkedIn accounts to learn more about their work and connect with them:
Lauren Bennett
Sami Gichki
Saeed Atcha
Tamarantha (Tammie) Esslemont
Anita Okunde
Jake Causley
Lanré Adeleye
Savannah Hanson
Conor Warren
Andrew Speight
Paddy Crump
Charlotte Evans
Delnaz Kazemi
Ines Hart
Emma Redfern
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Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
25 min
Change comes when we celebrate what makes us unique. Today is World Autism Awareness Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the change. Media Network:
Thomas Grimwood: Host of Performing Passions
Tom Spare: Host of Spare a Thought Podcast and co-host of The Political Dispatch
Throughout this episode, we discuss our thoughts on this year's World Autism Awareness Day theme (Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value), how we can better support people with autism in our lives, and advice for young people who might want to get started with campaigning and making change.
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Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
24 min
Change comes through creativity and community. Rameen Bajwa and Mahnoor Rehan are part of the team developing Daak Chithi, which is a global youth organization that is bringing back the age-old, golden tradition of letter writing and adding a modern twist.
To get connected with Rameen and Mahnoor, find them on Instagram at @meenanator and @smearedwithcrimson.
To learn more about Daak Chithi, visit: https://daakchithi.org.
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Mar 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
9 min
Change comes when we all play a part. Lilah McKim is an activist, and this episode focuses on her climate activism.
To get connected with Lilah, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Mar 8, 2026
Mar 8, 2026
31 min
Change comes when you pass the mic. Today is International Women's Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the change. Media Network:
Zarin Khan: Host of This Stays Between Us
Keyari Page: Host of Shadow and Light
Nika Stastny who is developing a podcast on Be the change. Media Network
Natasha Pavey: Host of The Imperfect Activist
Thomas Grimwood: Host of Performing Passions
Tom Spare: Host of Spare a Thought Podcast and co-host of The Political Dispatch
Eden Byrne: Host of Sports for All
Throughout this episode, we discuss our experiences as women in male-dominated fields, our advice for young women, our advice for men about how to be more supportive of women in their lives, and more.
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Mar 7, 2026
Mar 7, 2026
13 min
Change comes when you dare to deserve. This special episode of Be the change. Podcast features interviews from AMPLIFY 2026, which is the University of Bath's student-led International Women's Month Summit.
To learn more about AMPLIFY, find them on Instagram.
To get connected with Lauren, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
To get connected with Kita, find her on LinkedIn.
To get connected with Kirsten, find her on LinkedIn.
To get connected with Antonia, find her on LinkedIn.
To get connected with Tammy, find her on LinkedIn.
To get connected with Ruqia, find her on LinkedIn.
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Mar 1, 2026
Mar 1, 2026
20 min
Change comes when you try new things and take risks. Jack Walters is the CEO and co-founder of HapWare, which is a company providing people with disabilities more information in social interactions using AI and haptic technology through wearables.
To get connected with Jack, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn.
To learn more about HapWare, visit: https://hapware.com/.
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Feb 6, 2026
Feb 6, 2026
20 min
Change comes through collaboration and community. Arissa Roy is the founder and CEO of Project Power Global, which is a non-profit committed to spreading awareness about lack of access to education and to addressing the problem by directly supporting communities in need.
To get connected with Arissa, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
To learn more about Project Power Global, visit: https://www.projectpowerglobal.org/.
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Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
22 min
Change comes when you believe in your sense of what’s right and what’s wrong. Le'Shaé Woodstock is a registered midwife and an activist dedicated to reducing maternal health inequalities and advocating for workers’ rights.
To get connected with Le'Shaé, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Jan 21, 2026
Jan 21, 2026
30 min
Change comes when you understand that your voice counts. Lucy Grimshaw is a Case Manager at the Fathers & Families Support Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She is also a Fulbright alumni, who earned her MRes in Criminology from the University of Manchester.
To get connected with Lucy, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
To read Lucy's Prism article, visit: https://prismreports.org
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