Make a Difference Podcast
Surprising stories from communities across England who are pulling together during these uncertain times. Originally broadcast on local BBC radio. Find out more on bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Episodes to download
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Happy Hit: Zumba dreams
Tue 15 Feb 2022
Meet Hannah, the first Zumba teacher in the UK with Downs syndrome.
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Happy Hit: From riverside bench to Windsor Castle
Wed 2 Feb 2022
Meet Jay Flynn MBE, an online pub quizmaster who spent years living on a bench in London.
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Happy Hit: A lullaby from a loving dad
Fri 21 Jan 2022
A daughter's dream of her father’s music has come true.
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Happy Hit: Bryson Walks to School
Thu 13 Jan 2022
A nine-year-old boy with cerebral palsy walks to school.
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Happy Hit: Grandma's voice
Wed 5 Jan 2022
A lost recording of a beloved grandma sparks heart-warming memories.
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A message from the world to COP26
Fri 29 Oct 2021
Young people have a message to world leaders at the United Nations climate conference.
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Making A Difference in 2020: Part 2
Wed 30 Dec 2020
A look back at some of the best good news stories to come out of a very uncertain year.
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Making A Difference in 2020: Part 1
Wed 23 Dec 2020
A look back at some of the best good news stories to come out of a very uncertain year.
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Kindness at Christmas
Wed 16 Dec 2020
Stories of extra special Christmas gifts and kind acts from communities across England.
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Memory Runs and Favourite Customers
Wed 9 Dec 2020
A grieving family helping raise awareness of mental health support, and a bakery reunion.
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Christmas Helpers and Blooming Friendships
Wed 2 Dec 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Love at a distance and a celebrity goose
Wed 25 Nov 2020
We re-unite a woman with her partner and we explore the bond between man and goose.
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Mr Christmas and Metal Detectors
Wed 18 Nov 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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A Letter To My Younger Self
Wed 11 Nov 2020
A Children in Need special, sharing good news stories from across England.
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Recycled Cycles and Wedding Winners
Wed 4 Nov 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Jacket Potatoes and Speedos
Wed 28 Oct 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Sheepdogs and Camp Outs
Wed 21 Oct 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Phone Calls and Garden Angels
Wed 14 Oct 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Seaside Trips and Plastic Wigglies
Wed 7 Oct 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Positive Vibes and Spiders
Wed 30 Sep 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Helicopters and Helping the Homeless
Wed 23 Sep 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Lifesaving Lorries and Nominated Names
Wed 16 Sep 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Helmets and Headbands
Wed 9 Sep 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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New Friendships and Messages of Hope
Wed 2 Sep 2020
A men's mental health special, featuring people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Rickshaw Trips and Bingo Wins
Wed 26 Aug 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Stolen Cycles and The Queen’s Stockings
Wed 19 Aug 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Doggy Paddles and Sweet Ninjas
Wed 12 Aug 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Cover Acts and Covered Faces
Wed 5 Aug 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
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Romance and Reunions
Wed 29 Jul 2020
Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times.
On BBC Sounds
Listen to the full series on BBC Sounds.
