Testimonials

It was really great to meet everyone and try out some new things. I spoke about it at length in an interview with a perspective university who loved what I did with the Gaydio Academy and wanted to know more. Aced the interview and they then gave me a unconditional offer on the spot! So I’ll be on the broadcast journalism masters at City Uni from September! Thanks again!

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London

Had an incredible week at the Gaydio back-to-work course, which really expanded my knowledge of the industry. Lee was absolutely amazing, super passionate and a fabulous teacher! Loved every minute of it!

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Brighton

This week has been amazing, I wasn’t sure how the course would be but it has been the best week I’ve had for a long time. Learning different things, meeting new people and more importantly being seen and heard and made to feel welcome not only by staff but also by other members of the group. The content of the course was interesting and really engaging.

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London

The atmosphere at the Gaydio Academy is absolutely positive and vibrant compared to anywhere I have been. It helps when everyone at Gaydio is friendly and evoking positive vibes, including the employees working at Gaydio. The course tutor, Lee, is friendly, patient and helpful. I learned more about creating C.V.s, which the job centre failed and didn't bother to teach me about over the years. Lee is gracious enough to give me feedback and tips on how to improve my C.V.

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Manchester

Never felt more supported doing a course on a topic that I had absolutely zero experience in. Lee was beyond supportive! I genuinely feel like I can start a career in radio and/or podcasting now and I know Lee will be there to support me even after the course!

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London

I'd like to say a huge thank you to Lee for everything this week. I've learnt a whole new skill set and a lot about the radio industry and that's with huge huge thanks to you. I honestly can not thank you enough for your time and dedication put into all of us during this course.

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Manchester

The week has been a great introduction to the world of radio. Gaydio’s values in being a community radio station for the UK’s LGBT citizens was weaved fantastically into the content, whilst also providing a general overview of the industry. Most importantly, a chance to connect with other participants and creatives.

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London

Best course I've been on. Lee is just so real, fun, engaging, and I love him!!

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London

Don't wait. Whether you consider yourself too late in your career to start something new. Whether you fear you haven't the right skills to embark on a course such as this, you're likely incorrect. The Gaydio Academy has restored my faith in following my dreams and renewed my ambition for working in broadcasting. I hope this is the start of a new chapter in my career and I can assure you what is delivered by Lee and the team in the Academy is a sure footing to get you going

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Manchester

I really enjoyed the day and had so much fun working and learning the different things that go into radio production.

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Manchester

You will learn more in those few days than you did in a whole year of uni, and you will actually DO IT and not just write about it! Fantastic opportunity!

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Liverpool

Lee was a fountain of knowledge! So much incredible content and really useful tips provided throughout. I felt so lucky to have someone with so much experience train and support me on my journey. Even though it was called ‘intro’ it was very advanced in how quickly they equipped and developed our skill set.

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London

I really enjoyed the course. Content was great, Lee was Amazing, really helped with my confidence!

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Manchester

This course was the perfect introduction to radio as an industry and as an outlet for creative expression!

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London

Lee’s the best teacher you can have to start out. His energy is just mindblowing. The whole vibe of the course was just at the peak edge of creativity. Thank you for making me a part of it.

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London

This course has inspired a feeling of confidence and motivation that I have not felt for a long time. The Gaydio Academy differs from other skills courses as it’s also delivered by someone who actively works in Radio and not just the classroom. During the week we got to practice recording which is empowering to see the possibility of a future me on the radio.

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London

Lee has a fantastic ability to deliver arguably complex information to a diverse group of individuals and I have no doubt that thanks to the way he delivers the training, each person on the course (and the others he runs) will be taking away valuable assets in their learning

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Manchester

This was one of the most impactful courses I have ever done. After looking for a career change and not working for a while it was a breath of fresh air that I didn't realise I was looking for. Lee was the perfect tutor for the course with boundless enthusiasm and knowledge. I learnt so much from him and took away some great professionally sounding recorded clips and so much enthusiasm and a renewed belief in my abilities. I am very much looking forward to being a Gaydio volunteer going forward, getting more involved and maybe even starting my new career in radio.

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Brighton

For the one week course, I learned a lot in a short space of time, more than I did at university and this will help me if looking for opportunities moving forward.

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London

Gaydio academy has been the best week and has really made me feel apart of something. Lee teaching us he is just incredible with the most amazing energy and his way of teaching is brilliant never let's a question slide and is always attentive.

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London

I've landed a radio position at SAM Radio, a non-profit community radio station run by autistic people, for autistic people. I do a weekly show on Friday at 1pm talking about mental health and playing corresponding tracks from different genres. I wanted to share this with you because Gaydio's guidance and enthusiasm has played a big role in my journey so far. Thanks for helping me on the Gaydio Course.

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Fife