This episode asks “What is the cost of living crisis and what does it mean for us as young people?”, and “How can I manage the pressures of becoming an adult in the UK today?”.

Hosted by Abi, Craig and Katrina. Featuring contributions from guests including Lucy Edwards (Broadcaster, Online Content Creator and Disability Activist) and Matt Tebutt (Chef and TV Presenter).

Episode resources:
Youth Voices 2024 Report – a research study involving over 3,000 young people aged 14-24 commissioned by The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (https://bit.ly/4dmSmt2)

Credits:
Navigating Now is a Mags Creative Production brought to you by The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with generous support from The Gosling Foundation.

The show was co-created with seven recent and current Duke of Edinburgh's Award participants, aged 14-24. Find out more about The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at https://www.dofe.org/.

Narrator: Elsie

Theme music: Capt

Featuring young people: Abi, Craig and Katrina

Featuring celebrity / expert guests: Dr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Ash Bhardwaj, Lucy Edwards and Matt Tebutt

We are all unique, and the issues discussed may impact and affect everyone in different ways. The thoughts and guidance shared and discussed are suggestions and possible approaches, and you should always do what feels safe and right for you. Debate and disagreement should always be conducted respectfully and where protests are mentioned in this episode, we are referring to peaceful and lawful protest. If you have been affected by the issues in this episode or want to find out more, please see The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award website https://www.dofe.org/supportservices/ for some contacts and resources you may find useful. You can find further information about the show and our hosts at dofe.org/NavigatingNow