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

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.

Participant from course

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

Participant from course

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

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

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Manchester

The course Lee delivered was an amazing confidence boost for me, I spent much of this year applying for anything and everything that paid enough for me to live on and felt blocked at every turn. However, I finally got lucky and saw a vacancy, got an interview and secured the job in the last 3 days. It works out perfectly for me to have actual time to volunteer at Gaydio in the future. I can't thank Gaydio enough for the enormous boost to my self-esteem.

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Brighton

Lee and the Gaydio staff are a force to be reckoned with. They know their stuff and you truly believe you are in good hands with the knowledge you receive valuable and very informative delivered in a fun way that makes you take every bit in. If I could I would go on every course Gaydio holds. Definitely made me want to join and work in radio more. Enjoyable from start to finish and hopefully I have made friends for life with the staff and other students. You feel when you attend you are joining the Gaydio family. I look forward to coming back in for a catch-up.

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Manchester

Lee was such a joy to spend the day with, so engaging and knowledgable - and you get to meet other great people as well!

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London

Loved every minute of the course, thank you Lee!

Participant from course

Manchester

Lee was a very engaging leader who helped me walk away with a good understanding of every unit in this course. I feel very galvanised and ready to break into the industry!

Participant from course

London

Gaydio Academy were extremely kind and understanding. They conducted themselves professionally on a sensitive and emotional topic which doesnt get talked about as much as it should, shining a spotlight on important issues and caring about our community. They were a joy to speak with and Im glad that Gaydio Academy is available as such a resource.

Lorelei

Manchester

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

Participant from course

London

I had no idea what to expect, which can be quite nerve-wracking, but was put at ease from the moment I arrived. Lee could not be more welcoming and supportive; a brilliant facilitator! He made everything we covered, (and we covered a lot!) accessible; happy to field questions and give further examples when needed. He opened up the World of Radio: things we'd never previously considered, giving a much greater appreciation for all that goes into making a station run smoothly and produce good content. Each session was interesting and engaging. I loved every second!

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Brighton

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

Participant from course

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

Thank you so much Lee!!! Listening back to all the demo's has put a huge smile on my face. And thank you for being an ace tutor, the last 5 weeks on the course have been so much fun.

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Manchester

Mega cheers for today Lee. Loved it and I like your training style. It didn't feel like a course at all. Considering some of the courses I have been on working for the Police before I retired. Some of them can bore you to sleep, Haha But seriously thankyou. After I did the bit recording I felt a sense of like ‘hell yeah I can do this if I work on 'X', 'Y' and 'Z’ So thank you!

Participant from course

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

What can I say? You brought out the best in me! This was arguably my most enjoyable classroom experience to date

Participant from course

Manchester

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.

Participant from course

London