The Motability Lifestyle Pod, produced by Wonderly in conjunction with Rethink Audio, has accessibility and inclusion at its core. Not only is it available via audio, but also via video with captions and a British Sign Language (BSL) signer. Plus the transcript will be available online too. The trailer is out now on all streaming platforms and the first episode is launching on Monday 31 July.

Samantha is excited to be involved: “At last a dream job with a dream team! I’m delighted to be co-hosting the new podcast from the powerhouse that is Motability, bringing you all the latest disability fun and frolics with The Motability Lifestyle Pod. “In a world that can often feel overwhelming and news forums that lean towards a negative bias narrative, I’m so happy to bring some light and wholesome content with lots of laughter and of course plenty of Samantha sass. Known for my no bars held approach I will be bringing this in full force to The Motability Lifestyle Pod as we are all about amplifying the voices of disabled people.”

As editor of Lifestyle, Sophie-Marie is responsible for delivering all the uplifting and entertaining stories in the magazine and is excited to bring even more content to the podcast. “Lifestyle will be able to reach out to customers and the broader disability community in a new and fun way,” says Sophie-Marie. “Millions of people listen to podcasts so it’s exciting to be branching out to the wider world. Working with Sam is great fun, she is a leading voice on inclusion and disability.” Motability is glad to be embarking on this journey as part of its 45th Anniversary.

Gail Rossiter, senior press and PR manager at Motability, the Charity, says: “When Wonderly recommended we do a podcast, it was a no-brainer. It’s a fantastic way to bring Lifestyle magazine to a wider audience, especially on our 45th Anniversary as we look to the future. And the fact that they have thought of all the ways to make it accessible is key. It has been a pleasure to work with Wonderly. They are such knowledgeable people and an absolute joy to work with.” Lifestyle magazine has a readership panel – a group of readers who help shape the content of Lifestyle to ensure it is always relevant and useful.

Ross Lannon, panel member, radio presenter, and lifestyle and disability blogger, had an exclusive preview of the pilot episode. He says: “It’s about time we had some disability representation on the mic, and it’s so great to see Motability branching out with this new project. Sam and Sophie provide the perfect balance of information and entertainment. Regardless of whether you’re a petrolhead or not, Matt was a great addition with his car chat – providing some fun tips and advice. “With audio, video, transcript, subtitles and a BSL interpreter, this podcast is already proving to be an inclusive space for all. I’m looking forward to seeing where Lifestyle goes next!” Wonderly, who creates Lifestyle magazine, is working with Red Bee Media to add BSL signing to the video podcast.

“Red Bee Media are delighted to be providing BSL for Motability’s podcasts,” says Alex Russell, Bookings Coordinator, at Red Bee Media. “Bringing Sign Language to podcasting is a great initiative that increases accessibility. It’s organisations like Motability who are driving forward increasing accessibility across all media, not just television.”

Be sure to tune in from Monday 31 July!

Listen: Available on all major streaming platforms: podfollow.com/1698346445

Watch: Youtube: @MotabilityLifestyleMagazine

Website: https://motabilitylifestyle.com/podcast/