Welcome to AccessGranted: The Stories of UCL's most Inspiring Students! In each episode, we'll peel back the layers and reveal the unique experiences of our guests, from conquering daunting academic challenges and socio-economic barriers to battling the dragons of self-doubt. These stories will remind us of all that obstacles can be overcome, dreams can be realized, and change is within our reach. Contrary to your average storytelling podcast, we tend to infuse some wit, playfulness, and a dash of the unexpected into each episode. Sit back, adjust your headphones, and get ready to be inspired, and moved. Your access is...
Latest episodes
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33 min
Episode 5 - Mental health, higher education, and institutional systems
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Access Granted, hosts Zhitong and Phoebe sit down with Yuxin, a third-year anthropology student, to explore the complex intersection…
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41 min
Episode 4 - Living Between Tempos — ADHD, Music, and the International Student Journey with Kaito Mizukoshi
In this deeply personal and refreshingly honest episode, hosts Zhitong Li and Phoebe Chen sit down with pianist and UCL Management Science student Kaito Mizukoshi for a conversatio…
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37 min
Episode 3. Step Out
Discover the transformative power of finding your place in education with our latest podcast episode of AccessGranted. Scott, a clinical sciences student at UCL, shares his story o…
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28 min
Episode 2. Amelia Meade: Dreams and Duties
How do you chase your dreams while supporting others? Amelia, a devoted UCL student, offers a unique perspective on balancing academic demands and being a steadfast anchor for her…
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32 min
Episode 1. Beth Woolley: My Mental Health Can't Define Me
'Overcoming' can be a difficult and daunting task, especially when faced with personal struggles and academic pressures. In our first episode, Beth, who is autistic, anxiety-ridden…