New podcast challenges systemic inequity through storytelling
Race, health inequalities and the power of lived experience took centre stage at The Brunel Engine Shed this week. Students, academics and community members gathered for the live launch of the Voices of Resilience podcast last night.
The event marked the official debut of a media project dedicated to exploring the complex intersections of race, health inequalities, wellbeing, and lived experience. As well as bringing together a diverse tapestry of voices – spanning academia, healthcare and community leadership – to explore how identity and resilience interest in an often-unequal world.
The evening served as a powerful testament to the strength found in sharing stories that are often side-lined in mainstream discourse.
Attendees were treated to the first-ever screening of the podcast’s trailer, which sets the stage for a series featuring voices from across healthcare, academia and industry.
This was followed by a poignant panel discussion where speakers delved into the realities of systemic inequalities and the vital role of identity in building resilient communities.
Podcast creator and host, Mary Mosoeunyane said: “The launch was engaging, thoughtful and warmly received. The atmosphere was attentive and reflective — people weren’t just present, they were listening. The panel discussion sparked meaningful dialogue around trust, health inequalities, and belonging, and the mood felt both collegial and purposeful. Conversations continued well beyond the formal programme, which is always a sign that something has resonated.”
The atmosphere in the Engine Shed was one of inclusive dialogue, with a Q&A session that allowed the audience to engage directly with the themes of the podcast. From personal anecdotes to high-level discussions on social change, the "facilitated discussion" promised by the organizers felt both urgent and deeply personal.
Following the formal presentation, guests stayed for an informal reception, using the space to network and continue the conversations sparked during the panel.
Mary said: “Conversations about trust in institutions — particularly in healthcare, education, and public systems — are increasingly urgent. Health inequalities remain stark, and many communities continue to feel unheard. Voices of Resilience creates a space where scholarship, leadership, and lived experience sit together. It moves beyond identifying problems and instead explores responsibility, accountability, and practical change. Importantly, this platform is not exclusionary. It welcomes individuals and organisations who use their expertise, influence, and skills to empower, educate, and advocate for equity. It is a space for collaboration — not gatekeeping.”
Future episodes of Voices of Resilience will build directly on what listeners need, focusing on deeper conversations about truth, power and lived realities behind institutional language.
Mary added: “Listeners can expect honest dialogue, thoughtful challenge, and practical insight. This is not a one-season conversation — it’s an evolving platform that grows with the questions our society is grappling with.”
The Voices of Resilience podcast is available to stream now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, you can give it a listen here.