In this thought-provoking conversation, Andy Green, co-founder of Modern Cockney Festival, explores the rich and evolving identity of the Cockney community in modern Britain. From the roots of the accent to the resilience of working-class culture, Andy sheds light on the importance of reclaiming and celebrating Cockney heritage.

💬 Key Topics Covered:

• The true origins of the term Cockney

• How working-class cultures have been side-lined

• The power of celebrating identity for personal and collective empowerment

• The role of media in reinforcing harmful stereotypes

• Why Cockney heritage deserves a place in education

• Code-switching and class perception

• The vision behind the Modern Cockney Festival

• How community action can preserve and uplift culture

📣 This is more than just a chat—it's a call to stand up against prejudice and stereotypes, and to embrace the value of every cultural voice.

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In this insightful conversation, Paddy Moogan shares his unconventional journey from a working-class background in Birmingham to becoming a leader in the digital marketing industry. He reflects on his transition from studying law to discovering his passion for SEO, the financial and emotional challenges of moving to London, and the importance of creating opportunities for others from similar backgrounds.

Paddy discusses the evolving agency landscape, the impact of class and privilege on career opportunities, and the importance of hiring self-starters over formal qualifications. He also delves into the generational shift in work attitudes, the role of education in career preparation, and the overlooked mental health struggles of individuals from working-class backgrounds.

Key Takeaways:

🔹 Transitioning from law to SEO: A mix of passion, luck, and opportunity

🔹 Defining working-class jobs and the barriers they present

🔹 The role of supportive parents in shaping ambition

🔹 Challenges of moving to London as a young professional

🔹 How remote work affects working-class individuals

🔹 Prioritizing self-starters over formal education in hiring

🔹 The evolving conversation around diversity in agencies

🔹 Mental health struggles in high-pressure work environments

🔹 The need for businesses to adapt to new workforce attitudes

Join us as Paddy shares personal insights, challenges outdated hiring norms, and emphasizes the importance of career-building over simply finding a job.

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Meet Sonal, a London-born creative with Kenyan roots, who turned uncertainty into innovation. From studying knitwear at Nottingham Trent to pioneering roles in wearable tech, Sonal’s path has been anything but conventional. After a career pivot sparked by redundancy, she now empowers the next generation as a teacher and mentor. Discover how passion, perseverance, and giving back shaped her incredible journey. Don’t miss this story of resilience and creativity! 🎨✨

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