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So Why Don’t You?
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‘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 February 13th – VSA
On this week's episode, Mike and Rod are joined by Lynne from VSA! She chats about the incredible work they do across Aberdeen - supporting children, young people and families.
So Why Don’t You February 6th – Citymoves Dance Agency
This week, Mike chats with Lynn Shaw from Citymoves Dance Agency about how people can get involved in their dance programmes to spark creativity and a sense of community.
So Why Don’t You January 30th – Fersands & Fountain SCIO
Listen to this week's show to hear from Claire at Fersands & Fountain SCIO about their work in the Woodside community of Aberdeen.
So Why Don’t You January 23rd – Barnardo’s Young Carers
The fantastic Jess, Lisa, Dean and Callum from Barnardo's Young Carers join Mike on the Mic in the shmu studio for the first show of 2026
So Why Don’t You December 19th – 2025 Highlights!
Mike and Rod bring you a special 2025 finale show, highlighting all the fantastic achievements of volunteers and communities in Aberdeen from this year.
So Why Don’t You December 5th with Alison and Michelle from Somebody Cares Aberdeen
Alison and Michelle from Somebody Cares Aberdeen join Mike and Rod in the shmu studio to share updates on their latest projects and the impact their work is having across the community here in ...
So Why Don’t You November 28th with Andrew Reid and Murron Crawford from Camphill
Andrew Reid and Murron Crawford from Camphill join Mike in the shmu studio for this edition of So Why Don't You - catch up on the chat to find out more about their work and how you can get involved!
So Why Don’t You November 21st with AIMS – Aberdeen Independent MS
Listen in to this episode of So Why Don't You where Mike and Rod are joined by Ian Gourlay MBE from AIMS-Aberdeen Independent MS to hear about the organisation's work and their recent King's ...
So Why Don’t You November 14th with NESCAN Hub
Listen in to this episode of So Why Don't You where Mike catches up with Lauren Place from NESCAN Hub! Hear the organisation's latest updates including looking back at Climate Week North East as ...
So Why Don’t You November 7th with Community Integrated Care
Hear from this week's special guests Chris, Brydon, Kelli and Amanda to hear about their fantastic work with Community Integrated Care as well as exciting news about their upcoming Pantomime!
So Why Don’t You October 24th with Anne and Gillian from Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Mike and Rod catch-up with Anne and Gillian from Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland who share their latest news including the opening of their brand new Grampian Health Hub in Aberdeen.
So Why Don’t You October 17th with Ian and Gordon from the Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
The excellent Ian and Gordon join Mike on the Mic and Lady Ghada in the shmu studio to speak about volunteering, community involvement and the Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
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