In this 4th episode, we meet Lynda Rose MBE who took over command of the FANY in 1997. She served for an eventful 10 years which incorporated two office moves, several operational deployments (including the terrible 7/7 bombings – the 20th anniversary of which has just been commemorated) – and of course her finale – celebrations to mark the FANY’s centenary. One of the things that came across loud and clear was how grateful Lynda was to the team who steered her through so much and without whose help and support, none of this would have been achieved. She attributes success and achievement very much to a team effort." We hope you enjoy listening to this conversation with Lynda!Follow us on: Linked in, Instagram or X
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Episode 3 - Anna Whitehead
In this 3rd episode, we meet the first of our (surviving) Commanding Officers, Anna Whitehead OBE, who became the CO in 1990. The daughter of an Army Officer, Col Leonard Dismore, who had served with the SOE in WW2, and the wife of a naval officer, David Whitehead, Anna served as CO until 1997. She hit the ground running: within her first year the Corps deployed to provide support during the 1991 Cannon Street rail crash.One of Anna’s enduring legacies is our Long Service Medal, introduced by her and awarded to FANYs once they had given 10 years of loyal service.For this podcast we spent a wonderful afternoon in her house in Bishops Waltham, pouring over FANY memorabilia and laughing about how so much has changed, but also how much has stayed the same.Follow us on: Linked in, Instagram or X
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Episode 2 - Joyce Wilding
Episode Notes In this second episode, we meet Joyce Wilding who, in 1943 aged just 18, volunteered to join the FANY and almost immediately became a member of the SOE – Special Operations Executive. Her recollections of the time she served in WW2 – along with her energy - are extraordinary – particularly for someone who is now aged 102. She said that VE Day was one of the best days of her life – and here she is - 80 years later, still celebrating…Hosted by - Lisa GilesEdited by - Laura ManuelTheme Music - Step Lightly recorded by the Band of the Royal Corps of SignalsWhat motivates someone to join the UK’s only all-female charity serving the nation?Would you volunteer your time to provide support to those in need, often in the most testing circumstances?Could you do all of this alongside your regular full-time job? The First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal’s Volunteer Corps) – known as the FANY – has 150 members who all volunteer their time to help others in times of need. Established in 1907, the FANY continues to be an essential part of London's emergency response capability, with members on call 24/7 365 days a year to provide surge relief to civil and military authorities in times of national need. In this brand new series, FANYs share their stories of resilience, fortitude and humour, give an insight into the world's longest established uniformed voluntary organisation for women, and illustrate why their motto: ‘Arduis Invicta’ or ‘I cope’ – is so fitting.Click here to listen and find out more.Follow us on: Linked in, Instagram or X
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Episode 1 - Laura Lean
What motivates someone to join the UK’s only all-female charity serving the nation?Would you volunteer your time to provide support to those in need, often in the most testing circumstances?Could you do all of this alongside your regular full-time job? The First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal’s Volunteer Corps) – known as the FANY – has 150 members who all volunteer their time to help others in times of need. Established in 1907, the FANY continues to be an essential part of London's emergency response capability, with members on call 24/7 365 days a year to provide surge relief to civil and military authorities in times of national need. In this brand new series, FANYs share their stories of resilience, fortitude and humour, give an insight into the world's longest established uniformed voluntary organisation for women, and illustrate why their motto: ‘Arduis Invicta’ or ‘I cope’ – is so fitting.Click here to listen and find out moreEpisode Notes In the first episode, we meet Laura Lean who embodied what was characteristic of a FANY (both past and present); a determination to face challenges head-on, with fortitude, pragmatism, and a sense of humour. This conversation took place only a few months before her tragic death from cancer at the age of only 48, and considers how to cope with failure, how we can draw strength from setbacks, and how to keep motivated in some of the most difficult circumstances.Find out more about the impact that Laura made on the Corps – and far beyond – here and on the BBC's Last Word here.Follow us on: Linked in, Instagram or X
About Hello You, This Is Me - The Podcast of the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry
A modern history of the First Ad Nursing Yeomanry.What motivates someone to join the UK’s only all-female charity serving the nation? Would you volunteer your time to provide support to those in need, often in the most testing circumstances? Could you do all of this alongside your regular full-time job? The First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal’s Volunteer Corps) – known as the FANY – has 150 members who all volunteer their time to help others in times of need. Established in 1907, the FANY continues to be an essential part of London's emergency response capability, with members on call 24/7 365 days a year to provide surge relief to civil and military authorities in times of national need. In this brand new series, FANYs share their stories of resilience, fortitude and humour, give an insight into the world's longest established uniformed voluntary organisation for women, and illustrate why their motto: ‘Arduis Invicta’ or ‘I cope’ – is so fitting.
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