In 2023, we co-hosted two 10-week courses for 23 participants aged 16-25, supporting them to build skills and confidence in journalism and podcasting. Lift the Lid: 23 Voices encouraged the young people to create their own media about the culture that matters to them, focusing on self-expression and exploration of Leeds 2023 year of culture.
Read the articles and listen to the podcast episodes below.
A podcast about some of the great places to discover new music in Leeds Read more
A podcast exploring what makes Leeds Christmas Market so special, from the multicultural food to the festive atmosphere Read more
An article exploring 'This is a FOREST', an ongoing project by Invisible Flock to reclaim part of Leeds as a forest Read more
A podcast exploring the world of freelance photography with Amina Saloo, sharing tips, tricks, and insights Read more
An article sharing the work of three South Asian creatives making waves in Leeds' visual arts scene Read more
A podcast about women, art, education, and the Wise Women Project, with guest Dr Gillian Dyson-Moss Read more
A podcast discussing inspiration, freelancing, and how to better support artists, with guest Marianne Tuckman Read more
A podcast exploring the links between culture and medical practices, with guest Dr Laura Sellers Read more
An article about Unsung Sports, a project created by Peter Spafford to spotlight sports which don't otherwise have a mainstream platform Read more
An article reflecting on Breeze, a scheme run by Leeds City Council delivering family-friendly activities Read more
A reflection on The Weight of Words exhibition at the Henry Moore Institute Read more
An article sharing reflections and research on Leeds' rich musical history Read more
An article about Forgotten Battles, an exhibition at the Royal Armouries created by queer volunteers and researchers Read more
An article about the growing creative scene in one of the UK’s most celebrated cities Read more
An article about how female educators are being celebrated at Leeds Beckett University Read more
Find out about the WOW Barn, a project tackling sex-based barriers and discrimination in the construction industry Read more
A podcast going behind the scenes of construction on the WOW Barn, with WOW Foundation producer Anna Turzynski Read more
An article introducing Chirpy, an independent gift shop in Chapel Allerton Read more
An article reflecting on a stop-motion course with Leeds Animation Workshop Read more
An interview with the director of the White Rose shopping centre about the impact of busking performances Read more
An article about Hyde Park Book Club and their gallery and art installation spaces Read more
A podcast exploring the Leeds art scene, with local artist Nicole Dodds Read more
A review of Sonia Boyce's 'Feeling Her Way' exhibition at the Leeds Art Gallery Read more
An article about 'Northern Dreaming', a book gifted to babies in Leeds in 2023 as part of the year of culture Read more
An interview with Rayyana Feisal, a Leeds Arts University graduate and founder of the D&I (Diversity and Inclusion) Collective Read more