The Intersect
The Intersect is an exciting podcast powered by the Mayor’s Fund for London, a charity that champions opportunities for young Londoners facing the biggest barriers.
We are powered by young people: their insights, views, and dreams for London. Our driving ambition is for all young Londoners to have a real say in how our city is run both now and in the future – and that begins with us.
Produced by the Mayor's Fund for London Youth Board.
Edited by Courtney Brown.
Podcasting since 2023 • 12 episodes
The Intersect
Latest Episodes
London Climate Action Week with Mete Coban MBE, Deputy Mayor of London
It’s London Climate Action Week! A moment for climate experts, businesses, communities, and, importantly, young people to come together and address the climate emergency, showcasing the need for collective engagement to take care of the environ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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25:17
Street Awareness: “This conversation needs to happen in schools”
Violence in London affects young people in so many ways. From the physical impact to the anxiety they experience walking down the street. Young Londoners are taught a range of subjects but if they feel scared on their journey to school, how can...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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Girls in STEM: “How can we breakdown those barriers so everyone feels welcome?”
From an early age, Young Londoners experience gender differences in school, from teacher interactions to the subjects they chose. This continues through higher education and the workplace. Many young girls grow up without being taught how to na...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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Financial Literacy: “This is a skill...you can get better at this”
Young Londoners across the capital learn subjects to pass exams. But what about topics that will help them navigate life? Finance is everywhere - from the government’s budget to our weekly food shop. Young people deserve to underst...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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33:02
Food Poverty: “Young voices have so much power to impact policymakers”
It’s London Challenge Poverty Week! This week is an opportunity for all those who care about poverty in the capital to come together to increase the visibility of poverty in London and encourage positive debate and discussion. Find ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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22:43
