Byron Vincent

Byron Vincent is a writer, performer and broadcaster whose lived experience brings depth and authenticity to his work as a speaker. A working-class creative with diagnoses of Autism and ADHD, Byron has lived through poverty, addiction and mental ill health, giving him a rare insight into the barriers faced by those on the margins of society. His candid style combines vulnerability with humour, making him a compelling voice on diversity, inclusion and social justice.

Byron first gained recognition as one of the BBC Poetry Season’s New Talent Choices, quickly building a reputation for his sharp, lyrical storytelling. From there, he expanded into theatre, television, film and radio, collaborating with institutions such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, Battersea Arts Centre, BBC, Channel 4 and the British Film Institute, where he is currently developing his debut feature film. His acclaimed work for BBC Radio 4, including The Trouble with Social Mobility, Nothing to Lose and The Glasgow Boys: Chaos and Calm, tackles themes of inequality and resilience with honesty and wit. The Guardian described his contribution to the BBC series Skint as “blistering” and the standout of the show, while his short monologue No Grasses No Nonces, starring Michael Socha, reached a wide audience through BBC iPlayer.

Alongside his broadcast and stage work, Byron has established himself as an influential public speaker. He has delivered talks and workshops for NHS England, Mind, the All Party Parliamentary Group on Social Mobility, Humberside Police and the Glasgow Centre for Population Health, among many others. Panel appearances at venues including the Cambridge Union and the Southbank Centre’s Unlimited Festival have further highlighted his ability to engage diverse audiences on pressing issues. His podcast, Justice, Disrupted, extends these conversations, bringing together voices from across society to discuss reform, equity and human dignity.

Byron is also the founder of Disco Neurotico, a pioneering initiative creating neurodivergent-friendly cultural events and delivering training on accessibility, mental health and inclusion. He has received support from the Arts Council, Wellcome Trust, Unlimited, the Paul Hamlyn Foundation and the British Council, while holding residencies with the Bristol Old Vic, Norwich Writers Centre and Apples and Snakes. Whether addressing class inequality, housing injustice, or the role of empathy in leadership, Byron speaks with clarity and conviction, blending his lived experience with creative skill. His work sits at the intersection of art and advocacy, inspiring organisations to confront stigma, embrace difference and build inclusive cultures.