Show Notes
Carl Chinn sits down in conversation with Kynton Swingle, a youth and community worker who grew up around Fox Hollies in Acocks Green and now helps run Fox Hollies Forum as Community Development Manager of the Fox Hollies Community Association.
Kynton talks about a family steeped in community work, a summer at Camp America, the university lecturer who changed his direction, and building youth work in a neighbourhood that had none. He also reflects on class, confidence and what Pride in Place could mean for the Gospel and Pitmaston estates.
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About This Podcast: The Our Lives, Our Stories podcast features conversations about life stories, family history, memory, identity, and the moments that shape who we are.
Our Mission: Our Lives, Our Stories is a living archive for our generation and the ones to follow. Our mission is to empower everyone to tell their story.
Record Your Own Story: Our website https://www.ourlives-ourstories.com has free guides on how to unlock your memories and record them.
My Life, My Story: My Life, My Story is a guided legacy journal curated by Carl Chinn that includes prompts to help you reflect on your memories, experiences, and family history. It's a keepsake to help preserve your story, or a special gift for a parent, grandparent, or loved one.
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