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Episode Synopsis
"I met Empress for the first time just a few months ago, and I already feel like I’ve known her for years. That’s what Empress does."
Although her skating journey only started in 2020, Empress has quickly established herself as a leader in Birmingham’s skating community. She is the founder of Skate Buddies, a group that enables individuals to repair, maintain, and manger their mental health and fitness through roller skating.
If you are interested in learning more about how rollerskating can improve your mental health, get in touch with Skate Buddies via their website or instagram @skate.buddies.
Please note: this episode contains references to self harm. Listener discretion is advised.
If you or anyone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is help available. You can contact the Birmingham and Solihull Urgent Mental Health Helpline on 0800 915 9292, or visit the NHS Website to find a local NHS urgent mental health helpline near you.
Produced by Bertz Associates
Executive Produced by Iris Bertz
Podcast Produced, Recorded and Edited by Steven Camden
Original Music and Editing by Mia Sugunasingha
Graphic Design by Jen Wilbur
Skating Lead is Empress Gibbs
Field Recording by Emily Baldwin
A huge thank you to Empress, Skate Buddies and Skate Brum for their support.
Project funded by an Awards to All Grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Although her skating journey only started in 2020, Empress has quickly established herself as a leader in Birmingham’s skating community. She is the founder of Skate Buddies, a group that enables individuals to repair, maintain, and manger their mental health and fitness through roller skating.
If you are interested in learning more about how rollerskating can improve your mental health, get in touch with Skate Buddies via their website or instagram @skate.buddies.
Please note: this episode contains references to self harm. Listener discretion is advised.
If you or anyone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is help available. You can contact the Birmingham and Solihull Urgent Mental Health Helpline on 0800 915 9292, or visit the NHS Website to find a local NHS urgent mental health helpline near you.
Produced by Bertz Associates
Executive Produced by Iris Bertz
Podcast Produced, Recorded and Edited by Steven Camden
Original Music and Editing by Mia Sugunasingha
Graphic Design by Jen Wilbur
Skating Lead is Empress Gibbs
Field Recording by Emily Baldwin
A huge thank you to Empress, Skate Buddies and Skate Brum for their support.
Project funded by an Awards to All Grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
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