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Beyond The System

Beyond The System

By: Jessica Lewis
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 Beyond the System is my podcast about life in and after care, not through reports or labels, but through lived experience. As someone who grew up in care and now works with looked-after children, I share honest reflections and conversations about growing up in care, participation, identity, and the long-term impact of the system. Some episodes are personal, some feature stories from others, but all aim to centre voices that are too often spoken about rather than truly listened to.Jessica Lewis Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • More Than My File

    More Than My File
    Feb 13 2026

    What happens when your life is written about before you get the chance to speak?


    In this episode, Jessica reflects on labels, identity, and the lasting impact of being “known on paper.” A gentle but powerful reminder that no one should be defined by their worst moments or their file.




    Connect & support:

    💛 Follow the podcast on Instagram: @beyondthesystem2026 – for updates, reflections, and community


    🎒 Madlug / My Things Matter campaign: supporting care-experienced children and their belongings


    🧸 Comfort Cases: helping children in care feel safe and supported


    💬 Mental Health Support: free, confidential, and available 24/7.
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