T21 Alchemy
T21 Alchemy: Stories of Down Syndrome, Parenting and Belonging
Real talk for parents, carers and allies raising children with Down syndrome, SEND or additional needs; newly diagnosed, pregnant, or supporting loved ones. Also for theatre makers exploring how lived experience becomes performance.
Join Oneness Sankara -a Black British mum, playwright, SEND advocate- as she shares raw family experiences (not leaflets), communication breakthroughs, Black SEND realities, and her spoken word musical *T21 Alchemy*.
New episodes cover:
• Communication and language development
• Independence and future planning
• Parenting identity and relationships
• Turning real stories into theatre
If you've wondered "what does this journey actually become?"—this podcast holds that conversation.
*Early episodes (The Purpose Pod) cover personal growth. New T21 Alchemy episodes focus on Down syndrome parenting, SEND advocacy and theatre.*
Episodes
31 episodes
From Family Story to Stage: How T21 Alchemy Was Born
In this episode, host Oneness Sankara shares how a personal family story became a spoken word musical through community workshops and collective storytelling.From poetic notes born of isolation and exhaustion → conversations with SEND p...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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29:17
Beyond the Paperwork: Celebrating Our Extraordinary Ordinary Kids | T21 Alchemy
Beyond the Paperwork: Celebrating Our Extraordinary Ordinary Kids | T21 AlchemyDragons on buses, bank card heists, hydrogen peroxide interrogations—this is the joy we're fighting for.Host Oneness Sankara shares candid conve...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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19:00
Beyond Words: Understanding Speech and Communication in Down Syndrome (with Cathy Johnston)
Host Oneness Sankara talks with speech therapist Cathy Johnston from the Lejeune Clinic about what parents really need to know about communication for children with Down syndrome (T21).What you'll learn:Speech...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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1:14:41
Why I See My Child Differently - A Parent’s Beginning After Diagnosis
Welcome to the T21 Alchemy Podcast; where lived experience meets creativity, advocacy, and radical inclusion.In this debut episode of a brand new season, host Oneness Sankara introduces a groundbreaking creative project born from her...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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18:05
Building an Integrated World One Perception at a Time (part of the T21 Alchemy Series)
This episode is a part of the T21 Alchemy Series, where we blend the magic of diversity, special needs, and conscious parenting to create a brighter, more inclusive world.In this special bonus episo...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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10:34
Small Wins, Big Laughs: Celebrating Every Victory (part of the T21 Alchemy Series)
This episode is a part of the T21 Alchemy Series, where we blend the magic of diversity, special needs, and conscious parenting to create a brighter, more inclusive world.In this brief and uplifting epi...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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11:08
From Viral Births to Healing Hearts: A Journey of Love and Power with Amber Rojas
This episode is a part of the T21 Alchemy Series, where we blend the magic of diversity, special needs, and conscious parenting to create a brighter, more inclusive world.Embark on a riveting episode as...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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1:11:15
Spaces for authenticity: The Power of Inclusive Communities for People with Disabilities and their loved ones
This episode is a part of the T21 Alchemy Series, where we blend the magic of diversity, special needs, and conscious parenting to create a brighter, more inclusive world.In this heartfelt episode of Th...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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10:40
Navigating Expectations and Celebrating Uniqueness (part of the T21 Alchemy Series)
This episode is a part of the T21 Alchemy Series, where we blend the magic of diversity, special needs, and conscious parenting to create a brighter, more inclusive world.Navigating Expectations and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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13:49
Celebrating Difference and Positive Impact with Cristina Bowman (part of the T21 Alchemy Series)
Welcome back to the T21 Alchemy series, where we embark on a journey celebrating the beauty of all things T21/Down syndrome, Special Educational Needs (SEND), and conscious parenting. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Cris...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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49:35
Championing Inclusion: Navigating the Intersectionality of Down Syndrome and Advocacy with Danise B. Grant (part of the T21 Alchemy Series)
Welcome to another compelling episode of The Purpose Pod: T21 Alchemy Series! In this latest instalment, we are honoured to have Danise B. Grant, an esteemed educator, and the visionary founder of Panda's Tree, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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1:00:42
Unlocking the Extraordinary: T21 Alchemy's Inspiring Prequel Episode
Prepare for a captivating journey through the heart and soul of “Unlocking the Extraordinary: T21 Alchemy's Inspiring Prequel Episode”. In this thought-provoking episode, I set the stage for the upcoming season, where we delve into the profound...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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19:25
That moment when you realise that an unexpected turn of events is the actual greatest gift that you could ever receive
THAT MOMENT WHEN YOU REALISE THAT AN UNEXPECTED TURN OF EVENTS IS THE ACTUAL GREATEST GIFT THAT YOU COULD EVER RECEIVEThe Purpose Pod is back for it’s 4th season and that feels like a win to me. So much so that I would love yo...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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19:35
Soulfully spilling the tea with Lady Paulette Harris-German
This season is really a dream come true. My guest Paulette Harris-German is such a beautiful talented soul. A mother, writer, actress, film producer and more. Speaking her truth in living her calling and creating legacy.We s...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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40:56
My conversation with the godmother of UK comedy: Angie Le Mar
This is not hype. My guest this episode is everything and then some. Now she’s interviewed some of the greats in her radio days - Mary J Blige, Stevie Wonder, Maya boss queen Angelou - so I had to come correct. And what happened? All the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:09:40
In divine, eye-opening, nourishing conversation with Judith Jacob
In divine, eye-opening, nourishing conversation with Judith Jacob I am loving this season soooo much. This interview made me bow. This woman is a mentor, a creative, a cultural icon and a queen. This is not hype. It was truly an ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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44:01
How to style for success and still be your authentic self (even if you have no idea where to start).
How to style for success and still be your authentic self (even if you have no idea where to start)!With Yvonne PhilipSo we are all grown up now. We are woke and deep. So is style still important in ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:00:09
Coversation with Ambassador of PossAbilities Cydelle ‘Comfort’ Stewart and how she created a life that she didn't need a holiday from
Conversation with Ambassador of PossAbilities Cydelle ‘Comfort’ Stewart and how she created a life that she didn't need a holiday from!If the phrase ‘don’t give up was a person’ it might be my guest Cydelle Stewart! Alw...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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59:20
Sophia Bailey-Larsen brings us Think and Grow Rich - The Fresh Funky Female Black British (via Spain) Edition!
Sophia Bailey-Larsen brings us Think and Grow Rich You know times are changing when Think and Grow Rich gets a Soulful South London Remix. Have you ever read this book? Millions of people including me have read and studied...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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42:12
New Mutha Luvin Season kicks off With the Queen of Conscious Dreams: Daniella Blechner
New Season kicks off with special guests: Daniella BlechnerWelcome to our brand new season of The Purpose Pod. This season is jam packed with guest stories to inspire growth and transformation and an extra sign from ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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38:01
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CHILDLIKE SIMPLICITY CAN HAVE TREMENDOUS DEPTH PART 2
HEALING THE INNERCHILDThis is Part 2 to so if you haven't listen to part 1 please do.This episode takes the concept of speaking to the inner-child a step further. Using the power of recognition and affirmation to expand your min...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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9:01
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CHILDLIKE SIMPLICITY CAN HAVE TREMENDOUS DEPTH PART 1
New season of TPP!!!Childlike simplicity can have tremendous depth! Do not be fooled. When certain things take place in our life we can become fragmented. Some parts of ourselves can be slaying the game whilst other parts...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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9:51
A Hero's Journey To Freedom and 3rd Eye Awakening with Bro Andrew Muhammad
This conversation with the Investigator has added a further dimension to my understanding of purpose! Andrew Muhammad's life lessons are refreshing and invigorating. This internationally renowned speaker, author and educator will change the way...
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1:04:38
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me When Leaving Secondary School!
WHAT I WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD ME WHEN I LEFT SECONDARY SCHOOL!My interview with the inspirational woman Carol Leeming MBE. This is more than just an interview. It is a letter of encouragement to everyone on any type ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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36:33
HOW TO STRENGTHEN YOUR ENERGY IN THE FACE OF A PANDEMIC
HOW TO STRENGTHEN YOUR ENERGY IN THE FACE OF A PANDEMIC This episode calls us into our truth. Our universal truth. Beyond of perceived limitations. Rooting us deeper into calmness, joy and unconditional love.Giving us practical ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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23:01