60 acast.com A Voice in the Dark: The Blue Triangle Podcast https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark en Blue Triangle homelessness, addiction, recovery, trauma, mental health, social isolation, housing crisis, lived experience, secure housing, social care, homelessness awareness, recovery journeys, housing issues UK, trauma-informed care, support for young people. Blue Triangle Real stories of life beyond homelessness

Step into “A Voice in the Dark,” a podcast by Blue Triangle that brings real people and their powerful stories to the forefront. From the challenges of homelessness and addiction to the resilience found in recovery, we explore inspiring journeys shaped by trauma, social isolation, and the pursuit of safe, secure housing. 


Recorded at Chalmers Court in Ayrshire, Scotland, and hosted by Jacob Hodge, this podcast sheds light on the realities behind the headlines. Join us as we amplify voices often left unheard and navigate the complexities of care, community and hope.


Original music composed by Jacob Hodge.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. With round the clock support, we help individuals rebuild their lives and create opportunities to thrive - because losing your home shouldn’t mean losing your future. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit Blue Triangle is 50 to learn more.

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Step into “A Voice in the Dark,” a podcast by Blue Triangle that brings real people and their powerful stories to the forefront. From the challenges of homelessness and addiction to the resilience found in recovery, we explore inspiring journeys shaped by trauma, social isolation, and the pursuit of safe, secure housing. 


Recorded at Chalmers Court in Ayrshire, Scotland, and hosted by Jacob Hodge, this podcast sheds light on the realities behind the headlines. Join us as we amplify voices often left unheard and navigate the complexities of care, community and hope.


Original music composed by Jacob Hodge.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. With round the clock support, we help individuals rebuild their lives and create opportunities to thrive - because losing your home shouldn’t mean losing your future. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit Blue Triangle is 50 to learn more.

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]]> false Blue Triangle info+6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26@mg-eu.acast.com 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 a-voice-in-the-dark episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26/1737977357912-239c93dd-e215-4fb0-bdec-e24567217285.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark A Voice in the Dark: The Blue Triangle Podcast A Voice in the Dark: ‘Kay’ Featured in Made in Scotland A Voice in the Dark: ‘Kay’ Featured in Made in Scotland Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:40:40 GMT 0:48 69b0261e1178b2c280c3ee60 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/a-voice-in-the-dark-kay-featured-in-made-in-scotland 69b0261e1178b2c280c3ee60 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 a-voice-in-the-dark-kay-featured-in-made-in-scotland trailer We’re delighted to share that Episode 5 of A Voice in the Dark — Kay — has been selected to be featured in the new series of Made in Scotland, a national showcase celebrating independent Scottish audio.


In this episode of our own series, Kay reflects on her powerful journey: growing up in care, becoming homeless as a young mum, and eventually returning to the very same Oban service years later — this time as a Peer Recovery Support Worker.


She speaks candidly about identity, grief, and the long shadow of addiction, and how kindness, understanding, and the right support helped shape the person she is today.


Made in Scotland spotlights the best of Scotland’s independent audio creators across drama, documentary, true crime, poetry, sound art, first‑person storytelling, and conversational formats.


You can listen on all major platforms, including Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts, and explore new indie audio projects from across the country at Made in Scotland – the best of independent Scottish audio - Made in Scotland | Podfollow


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]]> We’re delighted to share that Episode 5 of A Voice in the Dark — Kay — has been selected to be featured in the new series of Made in Scotland, a national showcase celebrating independent Scottish audio.


In this episode of our own series, Kay reflects on her powerful journey: growing up in care, becoming homeless as a young mum, and eventually returning to the very same Oban service years later — this time as a Peer Recovery Support Worker.


She speaks candidly about identity, grief, and the long shadow of addiction, and how kindness, understanding, and the right support helped shape the person she is today.


Made in Scotland spotlights the best of Scotland’s independent audio creators across drama, documentary, true crime, poetry, sound art, first‑person storytelling, and conversational formats.


You can listen on all major platforms, including Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts, and explore new indie audio projects from across the country at Made in Scotland – the best of independent Scottish audio - Made in Scotland | Podfollow


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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 8: Kirsty & James]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT 43:59 69affb6a765824af47762cc4 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/kirsty-james 69affb6a765824af47762cc4 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 kirsty-james full 1 8 Kirsty and James share their powerful experiences of recovery, supported by Blue Triangle’s RISE service in West Dunbartonshire.


Kirsty talks about the turning points that led her to seek help, the fear of starting again, and how steady, compassionate support has helped her rebuild her life.


James reflects on loss, mental health, and the impact of having someone who listens without judgement as he works towards a safer and more hopeful future.


Their stories shine a light on why person‑centred, continuous support matters — and how recovery is possible when people feel seen, understood and never alone.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Trigger warning: addiction, drug use, psychosis, suicide

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]]> Kirsty and James share their powerful experiences of recovery, supported by Blue Triangle’s RISE service in West Dunbartonshire.


Kirsty talks about the turning points that led her to seek help, the fear of starting again, and how steady, compassionate support has helped her rebuild her life.


James reflects on loss, mental health, and the impact of having someone who listens without judgement as he works towards a safer and more hopeful future.


Their stories shine a light on why person‑centred, continuous support matters — and how recovery is possible when people feel seen, understood and never alone.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Trigger warning: addiction, drug use, psychosis, suicide

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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 7: Harley & Casey]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT 37:35 697b350b3718a16ceb19aef2 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/episode-7-harley-casey 697b350b3718a16ceb19aef2 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 episode-7-harley-casey full 1 7 In Episode 7 of A Voice in the Dark, we’re doing things a little differently.


This time, Harley and Casey — two young people supported by Blue Triangle — take the mic alongside our usual hosts, Lian and Jacob. Together, they talk openly about their journeys into supported accommodation, the moments that led them there, and what it felt like arriving on that first night: scared, unsure, and not knowing what to expect.


They share how those early fears softened as they began to find safety, belonging, and a home from home , and how their experiences are shaping the people they’re becoming today.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.

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]]> In Episode 7 of A Voice in the Dark, we’re doing things a little differently.


This time, Harley and Casey — two young people supported by Blue Triangle — take the mic alongside our usual hosts, Lian and Jacob. Together, they talk openly about their journeys into supported accommodation, the moments that led them there, and what it felt like arriving on that first night: scared, unsure, and not knowing what to expect.


They share how those early fears softened as they began to find safety, belonging, and a home from home , and how their experiences are shaping the people they’re becoming today.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.

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]]> Episode 6: Ian Episode 6: Ian Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT 1:01:12 68e52116aa65ff9b03a3f088 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/ians-story 68e52116aa65ff9b03a3f088 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 ians-story full 6 In Episode 6 of A Voice in the Dark, Ian shares his struggles with addiction, grief and mental health.


Trigger warnings for self-harm and sexual assault.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.

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]]> In Episode 6 of A Voice in the Dark, Ian shares his struggles with addiction, grief and mental health.


Trigger warnings for self-harm and sexual assault.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.

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]]> Episode 5: Kay Episode 5: Kay Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT 47:14 6891cc258184339560dd563a false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/episode-5-kay 6891cc258184339560dd563a 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 episode-5-kay full 1 5 In Episode 5 of A Voice in the Dark, Kay shares her journey from growing up in care and facing homelessness as a young mum, to returning to the same Oban service years later as a Peer Recovery Support Worker.


She reflects on identity, grief, and the long shadow of addiction and how kindness, understanding, and the right support helped shape the person she is today.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


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]]> In Episode 5 of A Voice in the Dark, Kay shares her journey from growing up in care and facing homelessness as a young mum, to returning to the same Oban service years later as a Peer Recovery Support Worker.


She reflects on identity, grief, and the long shadow of addiction and how kindness, understanding, and the right support helped shape the person she is today.


Blue Triangle is a charity, registered landlord and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


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]]> Episode 4: Jonathon Episode 4: Jonathon Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT 47:09 684fda70b903c43b04c09561 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/jonathon 684fda70b903c43b04c09561 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 jonathon full 1 4 In Episode 4 of A Voice in the Dark, Jonathon reflects on his experience of homelessness, the support he received from Blue Triangle nearly 20 years ago, and how it inspired him to give back — from rebuilding his life to leading the charity as Chair of the Board.


Join our Board - Deadline: 8 July 2025 - Find out more & apply on our website https://bit.ly/3HDnbyI


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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]]> In Episode 4 of A Voice in the Dark, Jonathon reflects on his experience of homelessness, the support he received from Blue Triangle nearly 20 years ago, and how it inspired him to give back — from rebuilding his life to leading the charity as Chair of the Board.


Join our Board - Deadline: 8 July 2025 - Find out more & apply on our website https://bit.ly/3HDnbyI


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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]]> Episode 3: Mark Episode 3: Mark Thu, 01 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT 50:09 680f489492c5c49bd1b2d61d false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/episode-3-mark 680f489492c5c49bd1b2d61d 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 episode-3-mark full 1 3 In Episode 3 of A Voice in the Dark, Mark shares his journey through grief, addiction, and the strength it takes to ask for help — and how reaching out opened the door to support, hope, and recovery.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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]]> In Episode 3 of A Voice in the Dark, Mark shares his journey through grief, addiction, and the strength it takes to ask for help — and how reaching out opened the door to support, hope, and recovery.


For more information on how to get help if you're facing homelessness visit the Get Help section on our website.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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]]> Episode 2: Jim Episode 2: Jim Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:58:17 GMT 35:06 67bc415186a56284d01d0d7c false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/episode-2-jim 67bc415186a56284d01d0d7c 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 episode-2-jim full 1 2 In Episode 2 of A Voice in the Dark, Jim McLean shares his journey from addiction to recovery—and how he now supports others facing similar struggles. As an Intensive Peer Recovery Support Worker, Jim uses his lived experience to guide people through homelessness, addiction, and recovery with Blue Triangle’s ROOTS service. Listen now to hear how peer support can change lives.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit Blue Triangle is 50 to learn more.

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]]> In Episode 2 of A Voice in the Dark, Jim McLean shares his journey from addiction to recovery—and how he now supports others facing similar struggles. As an Intensive Peer Recovery Support Worker, Jim uses his lived experience to guide people through homelessness, addiction, and recovery with Blue Triangle’s ROOTS service. Listen now to hear how peer support can change lives.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit Blue Triangle is 50 to learn more.

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]]> Episode 1: Gary Episode 1: Gary Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT 33:48 6784fae618c69df1bd09fff4 false https://shows.acast.com/a-voice-in-the-dark/episodes/episode-1-gary 6784fae618c69df1bd09fff4 6784f99c3f68018e6ae6bd26 episode-1-gary trailer 1 In Episode 1 of A Voice in the Dark, Blue Triangle supported person Gary Malone shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and the transformative power of support.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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]]> In Episode 1 of A Voice in the Dark, Blue Triangle supported person Gary Malone shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and the transformative power of support.


Blue Triangle is a charity and social care provider offering safe, secure housing for people experiencing homelessness across Scotland. In 2025 we turn 50. Visit bluetriangle.org.uk to learn more.

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