University of Wolverhampton Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:18:16 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2365092 en © 2026 University of Wolverhampton yes 1e350275-58a8-5693-8a0e-1d2a8d6d20ea University of Wolverhampton episodic false Welcome to "Every Story Has a Start," a podcast brought to you by the University of Wolverhampton.

Join us as we dive into the captivating journeys of our staff, students, and alumni. This podcast is all about sharing the human stories that inspire, educate, and empower.

Through engaging interviews and active storytelling, we uncover the unique paths and experiences that shape who we are and who we become. Whether you're a current student, a prospective student, or a member of our wider community, these stories are for you.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) University of Wolverhampton https://storage.buzzsprout.com/q8jitzxnx6lzapf1mhwla1d3gi99?.jpg University of Wolverhampton https://www.buzzsprout.com/2365092 The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 4: Ellen Daniels The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 4: Ellen Daniels An award-winning CEO and public affairs leader, recognised for her influential lobbying work during Brexit and her modernisation of the British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA), for which Ellen has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2020. In this episode, she explains why compressed gases are an essential part of the life sciences industry in the West Midlands and how the BCGA have helped businesses navigate global challenges affecting the region since the start of her CEO role.

]]> An award-winning CEO and public affairs leader, recognised for her influential lobbying work during Brexit and her modernisation of the British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA), for which Ellen has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2020. In this episode, she explains why compressed gases are an essential part of the life sciences industry in the West Midlands and how the BCGA have helped businesses navigate global challenges affecting the region since the start of her CEO role.

]]> University of Wolverhampton Buzzsprout-17754597 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 903 1 4 full false The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 3: Dr Adam McGuinness The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 3: Dr Adam McGuinness A health technology specialist and UK Health Program Manager at Plug and Play, a global innovation platform and venture capital firm. Adam works closely with startups, universities, investors, and corporates to accelerate the development and adoption of transformative health solutions. In this episode he explains what he looks for in a start-up that’s ready for investment and how mentorship can be important for a success of new ventures.

]]> A health technology specialist and UK Health Program Manager at Plug and Play, a global innovation platform and venture capital firm. Adam works closely with startups, universities, investors, and corporates to accelerate the development and adoption of transformative health solutions. In this episode he explains what he looks for in a start-up that’s ready for investment and how mentorship can be important for a success of new ventures.

]]> University of Wolverhampton Buzzsprout-17735021 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1600 1 3 full false The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 2: Lynn Yap The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 2: Lynn Yap A former corporate executive for Estée Lauder, Adidas and Avon and now managing Director of the Altruistic Capitalist, Lynn helps businesses to scale through innovation, digital transformation, and responsible AI integration. In this episode she talks about her route into the life sciences industry and the essential role of creativity and collaboration in innovation.

]]> A former corporate executive for Estée Lauder, Adidas and Avon and now managing Director of the Altruistic Capitalist, Lynn helps businesses to scale through innovation, digital transformation, and responsible AI integration. In this episode she talks about her route into the life sciences industry and the essential role of creativity and collaboration in innovation.

]]> University of Wolverhampton Buzzsprout-17735017 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1152 1 2 full false The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 1: David Kidney The My Life in Science Podcast - Episode 1: David Kidney David Kidney. A former government minister responsible for climate change legislation reform and chief executive of the UK Public Health Register, David is now Executive chair of the West Midlands Health Technologies cluster (WMHTC). In this first episode David explains his approach to bringing disparate organisations together to create innovation and how the WMHTC is helping to create success in our Region.

]]> David Kidney. A former government minister responsible for climate change legislation reform and chief executive of the UK Public Health Register, David is now Executive chair of the West Midlands Health Technologies cluster (WMHTC). In this first episode David explains his approach to bringing disparate organisations together to create innovation and how the WMHTC is helping to create success in our Region.

]]> University of Wolverhampton Buzzsprout-17735013 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1435 1 1 full false Episode 1: Every Story Has A Start | Nate Ethan Watson Episode 1: Every Story Has A Start | Nate Ethan Watson “As small as the city is, I’m very proud to be from Wolverhampton. I was looking for a university where I was going to feel comfortable, a place that I could feel safe. I always knew who I was, I just didn’t have the language for it. This is me now, there’s no going back, there’s no hiding, there’s no fear of who I am or where I’m going.”

In our first University of Wolverhampton podcast, Every Story Has a Start, the UK’s first transgender rapper and Public Health degree graduate, Nate Ethan-Watson, chats to Mags from the University’s Communications team.

In this revealing and deeply personal conversation, Nate touches on his passion for music, his emotional journey as he juggled the complicated and often difficult process of transitioning, studying for a degree that changed his life and his dedication as a care worker and award-winning advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

]]> “As small as the city is, I’m very proud to be from Wolverhampton. I was looking for a university where I was going to feel comfortable, a place that I could feel safe. I always knew who I was, I just didn’t have the language for it. This is me now, there’s no going back, there’s no hiding, there’s no fear of who I am or where I’m going.”

In our first University of Wolverhampton podcast, Every Story Has a Start, the UK’s first transgender rapper and Public Health degree graduate, Nate Ethan-Watson, chats to Mags from the University’s Communications team.

In this revealing and deeply personal conversation, Nate touches on his passion for music, his emotional journey as he juggled the complicated and often difficult process of transitioning, studying for a degree that changed his life and his dedication as a care worker and award-winning advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

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