In this thought-provoking conversation, Andy Green, co-founder of Modern Cockney Festival, explores the rich and evolving identity of the Cockney community in modern Britain. From the roots of the accent to the resilience of working-class culture, Andy sheds light on the importance of reclaiming and celebrating Cockney heritage.💬 Key Topics Covered:The true origins of the term CockneyHow working-class cultures have been side-linedThe power of celebrating identity for personal and collective empowermentThe role of media in reinforcing harmful stereotypesWhy Cockney heritage deserves a place in educationCode-switching and class perceptionThe vision behind the Modern Cockney FestivalHow community action can preserve and uplift culture📣 This is more than just a chat—it's a call to stand up against prejudice and stereotypes, and to embrace the value of every cultural voice.🔔 Subscribe for more inspirational stories and insights into those from working class and low socioeconomic backgrounds👍 Like this episode if you enjoyed the conversation with Andy🗣️ Comment below with your thoughts and questions for AndyFollow Us:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/initialstep.co.uk/- Linktree - https://linktr.ee/initialstepFollow Andy Green, Modern Cockney Festival- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-green-frsa-565325/- Website - https://moderncockneyfestival.co.uk/Thanks for listening!#initialstep #workingclass #lowsocioeconomicbackground #creativeindustry #TVandFilm #Advertising #PRandMarketing #CreativeJourney #CareerInspiration #anyonecanachievesuccess #Cockney #ModernCockney #WorkingClassVoices #CulturalIdentity #AndyGreen #CockneyAccent #CommunityEmpowerment #ClassInBritain #SocialJustice #UKCulture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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