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So Why Don’t You?

Listen again to episodes from Mike Melvin’s weekly show on shmuFM

Join Mike Melvin every week on shmuFM

‘So Why Don’t You’ is an hour long weekly stroll through the interesting world of volunteering and the voluntary sector for just about anyone, young or old, looking to be more of an active citizen and wishing to make that wee bit of a difference within their local community.

You can listen live and join Mike Melvin (Volunteering Services Manager at ACVO TSI) every Friday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm online at shmu.org.uk or on 99.8FM!

So Why Don’t You: October 11th with Susan from ACVO and Carol and Lewis from Tenant & resident participation

So Why Don’t You: October 11th with Susan from ACVO and Carol and Lewis from Tenant & resident participation

The fantastic Susan from ACVO and Carol and Lewis from residents and tenants involvement join Mike on the Mike and Rod on the Radio in the shmu studio, with a particular focus on Challenge ...
So Why Don’t You: October 4th with Mike on the Mic

So Why Don’t You: October 4th with Mike on the Mic

The latest programme with Mike on the Mic bringing you all the latest from the wonderful world of volunteering and the third sector community in Aberdeen
So Why Don’t You: September 27th with Alaina from Denis Law Legacy Trust and Laura from RGU

So Why Don’t You: September 27th with Alaina from Denis Law Legacy Trust and Laura from RGU

The latest programme with the superb Alaina from the Denis Law Legacy Trust and Laura from RGU joining Mike on the Mic and Rod on the Radio in the shmu studio, speaking about the incredible work ...
So Why Don’t You: September 13th with Jane and Vivienne from Touch of Love

So Why Don’t You: September 13th with Jane and Vivienne from Touch of Love

Mike catches up with Jane Akadiri and Vivienne Amakiri from local charity Touch of Love Outreach. Discover their latest updates as well as news and updates from Aberdeen’s third sector, exciting ...
So Why Don’t You: September 6th with Malcolm and Marco from Bridge of Don Sea Cadets and the Royal Marine Cadets

So Why Don’t You: September 6th with Malcolm and Marco from Bridge of Don Sea Cadets and the Royal Marine Cadets

Listen again to the latest episode of So Why Don't You with Mike on the Mic and special guests Malcolm and Marco from Bridge of Don Sea Cadets and the Royal Marines Cadets! Find out their latest ...
So Why Don’t You: August 23rd with Colin, Rebecca and Lewis from NETRALT

So Why Don’t You: August 23rd with Colin, Rebecca and Lewis from NETRALT

In this week's episode of So Why Don't You, Mike and Ghada chat with Colin, Rebecca and Lewis from North East Tenants Residents and Landlords Together (NETRALT). Find out their latest updates ...
So Why Don’t You: August 16th with Ian Stones from Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

So Why Don’t You: August 16th with Ian Stones from Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Mike and Rod welcome back Ian Stones from Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to the shmuFM studio! Hear Ian discuss his experience as a community volunteer, as well as with ...
So Why Don’t You: August 9th with Karen Finch from Aberdeen City Council

So Why Don’t You: August 9th with Karen Finch from Aberdeen City Council

Mike on the Mic is back in the shmuFM studio with Karen Finch from Aberdeen City Council! Find out about the ongoing Community Council nominations in Aberdeen - discover how you can join your ...
So Why Don’t You: August 2nd with Clare and Daniel from Marie Curie Scotland

So Why Don’t You: August 2nd with Clare and Daniel from Marie Curie Scotland

Mike on the Mic welcomes special guests Clare and Daniel from Marie Curie Scotland to the shmuFM studio! Find out more about the charity's volunteer opportunities, and hear first-hand experience ...
So Why Don’t You: July 26th with Sarah and Stacy from National Fostering Agency Scotland

So Why Don’t You: July 26th with Sarah and Stacy from National Fostering Agency Scotland

On the latest episode of So Why Don't You, Mike and Ghada welcome Sarah and Stacy from National Fostering Agency Scotland. Discover how the agency supports foster carers across the city by ...
So Why Don’t You: July 19th with Cameron from Home-Start Aberdeen

So Why Don’t You: July 19th with Cameron from Home-Start Aberdeen

Listen to this week's So Why Don't You programme as Mike and Rod chat with CEO of Home-Start Aberdeen Cameron McCready! Hear Cameron talk about the charity, their incredible network of ...
So Why Don’t You: July 5th with Marie from University of Aberdeen

So Why Don’t You: July 5th with Marie from University of Aberdeen

Marie Douglas from University of Aberdeen's Patient Partner Programme is this week's guest on So Why Don't You! She speaks with Mike and Rod about the programme's 25th anniversary and how people ...

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