One set of footprints
🎙️ My Story Isn’t Unusual. That’s the Problem. This podcast speaks truth to power from the inside out. Hosted by Matthew — care-experienced, adopted, and fiercely determined — each episode dives into the personal fallout of life in and after care: missing records, trauma, silence, and the fight for systemic reform. You’ll also hear from special guests representing charities supported by One Set Of Footprints CIC, including: - 🧒 Team Mikayla, raising awareness and wishing gifts up to value of £500.00 - 💬 Andy’s Man Club, breaking the stigma around men’s mental health We shine a spotlight on community action too — including the incredible work of Argyle Community Trust. From baby sensory sessions to inclusive local events, we celebrate grassroots change where it’s happening. This isn’t just storytelling. It’s accountability. Activism. Connection.
Episodes
On this episode of One Set of Footprints, Amy from Luna's Fund shares her personal journey from losing her daughter Luna to founding a charity that offers practical support for families after baby loss.
Luna's Fund provides relaxing getaways, food shop deliveries, nursery redecoration, private scans for pregnancy after loss, and growing support for dads — all rooted in community, compassion and hope.
Amy discusses burnout, advocacy...
Ryan shares his powerful journey from losing his stepfather at 15 to struggling with anxiety and depression, and how Andy's Man Club gave him connection, confidence, and purpose. He describes the comfort of online meetings, the support of facilitators and peers, and how speaking up transformed his mental health.
This episode highlights the importance of brotherhood, destigmatizing men’s mental health, and the message that "it's oka...
Imagined we begin today with the image of one set of footprints — a path walking alone through frost and silence. In this episode Tim from Three Circles Fostering and the host explore how fostering, education and solidarity create cracks of life where systems have failed. They trace the cycle of care from unstable placements and costly residential provision to the power of mainstream schooling, vocational learning and ‘‘staying put...
Martin shares his journey from childhood abuse and years of silence to finding hope, family and purpose. After crises with substance use, health struggles and a near-breakdown, a compassionate police officer and Andy’s Man’s Club helped him open up, heal, and become a facilitator supporting others.
This episode explores trauma, recovery, and the power of speaking out — a reminder that asking for help is strength a...
Welcome to today’s episode exploring Andy’s Man’s Club, a grassroots movement creating safe, non-judgmental peer-to-peer support for men’s mental health across the UK.
Host and facilitator Mike discuss how weekly groups work, the rules and training that keep spaces safe, and the powerful impact of listening, honesty and community on members’ recovery.
This episode highlights personal stories of resilience, the role of grassroots ac...
This episode features Chris Slater, a lead facilitator for the Romford Andy’s Man Club, sharing his personal journey through grief, depression, and recovery after joining the charity.
Chris explains how online and face-to-face sessions work, what new attendees can expect, and the practical support and community that help men open up and find hope.
On World Mental Health Day the host shares alarming Mind statistics showing sharp rises in self-harm and suicidal thoughts, especially among men, and describes personal experiences with loss and depression.
He highlights local and online men’s support groups (Man Down, Every Man Matters, Analyser Man’s Club), explains how peer support helped him become a facilitator, and previews upcoming guests and live episodes while urging liste...
In this episode, host reconnects with listeners and interviews Kirstie, who shares her personal journey through prenatal and postnatal depression and how Mind charities provided crucial support. Kirstie explains why she is running the London Marathon to raise funds and awareness, outlines her fundraising plans, and discusses the mental health services Mind offers.
Tune in to hear Kirstie’s story, learn about practical ways to...
Join me and Harvey England pitch-side as we gear up for a powerful charity football match raising awareness for two incredible organisations supported by One Set of Footprints. This isn’t just about goals on the field—it’s about making real impact off it. In this episode, we talk teamwork, community, and the stories behind the charities we’re championing. Whether you're a football fan, an advocate, or just c...
Welcome to the One Set Footprints Podcast, where I share my journey through adoption and my life story. In this episode, we feature special guests from Andy's Man Club, a men's mental health charity, and Team McKayla, a kids' cancer charity. Discover the incredible work these organizations are doing to make a difference.
We'll also have special episodes with the Argyle Community Trust, highlighting the impactful programs they run a...
Welcome to the latest episode of the One Set of Footprints podcast. In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Amber Gilley about her harrowing experience with domestic abuse. Amber shares her journey from the initial stages of her relationship, through the manipulation and control she endured, to the brave steps she took to reclaim her life. Tune in to hear her powerful story of resilience and hope.
Welcome to a special episode of One Set of Footprints, an Argyle Community Trust special, where we showcase the incredible work of community groups at the Mandan Sports and Community Hub. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kirstie, the passionate leader behind Baby Sensory Groups in Plymouth.
Kirstie shares her personal journey of how she transitioned from being a participant to running Baby Sensory, a transfor...
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