Growing Loud by Children in Scotland

About Growing Loud by Children in Scotland

Growing Loud is the podcast from Children in Scotland exploring the issues shaping childhood today. Hosted by Innes Burns, each episode features conversations with young people, parents, practitioners, campaigners and sector leaders working to improve the lives of children and families across Scotland. From children's mental health, education and child poverty to youth voice, parenting, public health and children's rights, Growing Loud takes a closer look at the challenges facing young people and the ideas helping them thrive.

Publisher

Children in Scotland

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2026

   The Nordic Secret to Happier Children? Hobbies, Play and Belonging | Amy Woodhouse

   Could Scotland learn from Nordic approaches to children's hobbies and activities? Innes speaks to Amy Woodhouse from Parenting Across Scotland about her research into hobbies, participation and belonging. They discuss what children gain from meaningful activities and how communities can support happier, healthier childhoods.

2. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Why Hope Matters for Scotland's Children | Dr Judith Turbyne

   Innes sits down with Dr Judith Turbyne, Chief Executive of Children in Scotland, to discuss the future facing children, young people and the sector that supports them. From current challenges to reasons for optimism, Judith shares a hopeful vision for how Scotland can create better outcomes for every child.

3. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Childhood Obesity, Mental Health and Body Image | Julie Cameron (Obesity Action Scotland)

   How can we promote healthy lifestyles without stigma? Innes speaks to Julie Cameron from Obesity Action Scotland about the links between obesity, mental health and body image in children and young people. Together they explore the role of public health, the impact of stigma and shame, and how Scotland can support healthier futures for young people.

4. 

   21 Oct 2026

   What Do Young People in Scotland Need? | YMCA Edinburgh & Stuart Clark

   What is it really like growing up in Scotland today? Innes speaks to young people from YMCA Edinburgh, their youth and play coordinator Paul Scott and to Stuart Clark of Mearns Castle High School about the opportunities and challenges facing children and young people. From wellbeing and education to community, belonging and the future, this episode explores what young people need to thrive.

5. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Children's Guardianship, Poverty and Mental Health | Liz Nolan (Aberlour Children's Charity)

   Innes speaks to Liz Nolan, Director of Children and Families at Aberlour Children's Charity, about the issues shaping childhood in Scotland today. From supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children through Aberlour's Guardianship Service to tackling child poverty, poor mental health and the impact of online discourse, Liz shares insights into protecting and supporting children and families.

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