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English, Social, 1 season, 54 episodes, 17 hours, 30 minutes
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Everyone has their own story…in this podcast they Tell It. This month: 10 Years To Save The Planet
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 3 (Re-release)

Dan and James find themselves in church with their new friend, Granny. They definitely didn’t see that coming when they started the series. Oh – and they meet Hodor from Game of Thrones! His real name is Kristian Nairn. He tells them what it was like growing up gay in Northern Ireland and why he thinks things have got better for LGBTQ+ people there. Producer: Phoebe Keane Originally released in September 2019
3/11/202123 minutes, 33 seconds
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 2 (Re-release)

Dan and James come face to face with someone in Northern Ireland who offers “talking therapy” – what many call “gay conversion therapy” – to people who don’t want to be gay. For James, who’s gay, it’s a difficult encounter. They also hear Vicky Beeching’s story. Vicky spent years trying to change her sexuality. Doing so, she says, made her seriously ill. Producer: From Gay to Non Gay Originally released in September 2019
3/11/202122 minutes, 25 seconds
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 1 (Re-release)

Dan Hudson and James Barr present a podcast called ‘A Gay and a Non-Gay’. They’ve received messages from listeners asking them to travel to Northern Ireland to see what life is like for LGBTQ+ people there. So they head to Belfast where they find out about gay 'conversion therapy’. Producer: Phoebe Keane Originally released in September 2019
3/11/202121 minutes, 12 seconds
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Drugs, Drill and Doing Time: 4. Jail or Freedom

We're in court with Yusuf as he gets his sentence. Will he be jailed or allowed to go free? Presented by Tracy Ollerenshaw. Drugs, Drill and Doing Time is a four-part series that follows the story of 17-year-old Yusuf, a notorious London gang member who's facing jail for carrying a knife and acid. Produced by Tracy Ollerenshaw, Toby Sealey and Will Chalk.
12/18/20209 minutes, 21 seconds
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Drugs, Drill and Doing Time: 3. The Lessons of Time

Yusuf's mindset is changing as his court sentencing gets closer – but is it too late for him to get out? We meet Michael, who's spent years behind bars and is now out of the gang lifestyle. Presented by Tracy Ollerenshaw. Drugs, Drill and Doing Time is a four-part series that follows the story of 17-year-old Yusuf, a notorious London gang member who's facing jail for carrying a knife and acid. Produced by Tracy Ollerenshaw, Toby Sealey and Will Chalk.
12/18/20208 minutes, 26 seconds
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Drugs, Drill and Doing Time: 2. Drill

Experts at the special gangs unit in east London give us their take on drill and we return to Yusuf's story. It’s been a fortnight since we first met him – but has he changed his ways? Presented by Tracy Ollerenshaw. Drugs, Drill and Doing Time is a four-part series that follows the story of 17-year-old Yusuf, a notorious London gang member who's facing jail for carrying a knife and acid. Produced by Tracy Ollerenshaw, Toby Sealey and Will Chalk.
12/18/20208 minutes, 42 seconds
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Drugs, Drill and Doing Time: 1. Finding Yusuf

We spend months with Hackney Integrated Gangs Unit and eventually get their number one gang member to speak to us. Presented by Tracy Ollerenshaw. Drugs, Drill and Doing Time is a four-part series that follows the story of 17-year-old Yusuf, a notorious London gang member who's facing jail for carrying a knife and acid. Produced by Tracy Ollerenshaw, Toby Sealey and Will Chalk.
12/18/202012 minutes, 40 seconds
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Beauty and the Deceased Episode 5: Friends 'Til The End

Raegan meets with her friends to talk about her job and how it has changed their perceptions of death. In this episode, her friends dig deeper into what the role of a Funeral Director involves, including questions on what exactly happens to our bodies after we die, and how this changes if you donate your body to medical science. We also hear about how Raegan’s job has impacted her romantic relationships and how she sometimes tells people she works at a bank to avoid awkward conversations!
6/7/202011 minutes, 55 seconds
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Beauty and the Deceased Episode 4: Visiting The Mortuary

Raegan takes us to a mortuary and she reflects on one funeral she will never forget. In this episode, we hear about the process of what happens when someone who has died arrives in Raegan’s care, and how a hair and beauty salon for the deceased compares with visiting a beauty hall in town. We also hear a moving conversation Raegan has with her Godfather Stephen about what it was like to arrange a funeral for someone very important in her life. Stephen’s mother passed away suddenly but already had some unusual requests prepared for her funeral.
6/7/202011 minutes, 23 seconds
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Beauty and the Deceased Episode 3: Family Funerals

Raegan visits her mum and dad to speak to them about how her career has allowed her to be there for her own family. At home with her parents, we hear how Raegan has embalmed past family and friends of the family and how she believes this is the last thing she can do for them. She also talks about the effect grief can have on your mental health, why talking about funerals doesn’t always have to be a glum subject, and why this job means so much to her.
6/7/202010 minutes, 22 seconds
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Beauty and the Deceased Episode 2: A Day in the Life of a Funeral Director

Whilst on paper Raegan’s job may sound out of the ordinary, there are many parts to her day that many listeners will be familiar with. Raegan takes us on a tour of her office which includes meeting her twenty three year old colleague Claire, learning about unique funeral plans, and revealing some popular misconceptions about what her role entails.
6/7/202010 minutes, 39 seconds
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Beauty and the Deceased Episode 1: Making Up The Dead

Raegan is a funeral director, and part of her job involves putting make-up on those who have passed away. In this episode, Raegan takes us through how she got into working in funeral care, the moment she saw a deceased for the first time, and what a day in the life of a Funeral Cosmetologist is really like. We also hear a moving conversation Raegan has with her Godfather Stephen about what it was like to arrange a funeral for someone very important in her life. Stephen's mother passed away suddenly but already had some unusual requests prepared for her funeral.
6/7/202012 minutes, 55 seconds
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Getting Off The Grid Episode 5

On their fourth and final day in the Highlands, the team reflect on what the challenge has meant to them. The podcast features four people on a mission to discover what life is like without their phones on an intense digital detox in the Scottish Highlands. With presenter Luke Franks, Twitch streamer and gaming presenter Leah aka Leahviathan, singer songwriter Connie Constance, Radio 1Xtra’s Jeremiah Asiamah and their host, outdoor expert Zeki Basan. For each member of the team it’s all about taking time out from the hectic hamster wheel of life to think about their connection to technology, to nature and to the environment. And an opportunity to think about any changes they might want to make to the way they live their life to improve their well-being and mental health.
5/3/202019 minutes, 39 seconds
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Getting Off The Grid Episode 4

On their third day in the Highlands, the team attempt another difficult trek with tired legs and opt for some ice cold refreshment in the river. The podcast features four people on a mission to discover what life is like without their phones on an intense digital detox in the Scottish Highlands. With presenter Luke Franks, Twitch streamer and gaming presenter Leah aka Leahviathan, singer songwriter Connie Constance, Radio 1Xtra’s Jeremiah Asiamah and their host, outdoor expert Zeki Basan. For each member of the team it’s all about taking time out from the hectic hamster wheel of life to think about their connection to technology, to nature and to the environment. And an opportunity to think about any changes they might want to make to the way they live their life to improve their well-being and mental health.
5/3/202027 minutes, 59 seconds
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Getting Off The Grid Episode 3

On their second day in the Highlands, the team set out on their first full day trek in brutal conditions and attempt to skin rabbits for dinner with limited success. The podcast features four people on a mission to discover what life is like without their phones on an intense digital detox in the Scottish Highlands. With presenter Luke Franks, Twitch streamer and gaming presenter Leah aka Leahviathan, singer songwriter Connie Constance, Radio 1Xtra’s Jeremiah Asiamah and their host, outdoor expert Zeki Basan. For each member of the team it’s all about taking time out from the hectic hamster wheel of life to think about their connection to technology, to nature and to the environment. And an opportunity to think about any changes they might want to make to the way they live their life to improve their well-being and mental health.
5/3/202021 minutes, 53 seconds
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Getting Off The Grid Episode 2

The team arrive in Scotland to get their challenge underway. After meeting Zeki they hand over their phones, before roasting a deer leg in a rock oven and then heading over to a dark woodland for their first night in the Highlands. The podcast features four people on a mission to discover what life is like without their phones on an intense digital detox in the Scottish Highlands. With presenter Luke Franks, Twitch streamer and gaming presenter Leah aka Leahviathan, singer songwriter Connie Constance, Radio 1Xtra’s Jeremiah Asiamah and their host, outdoor expert Zeki Basan. For each member of the team it’s all about taking time out from the hectic hamster wheel of life to think about their connection to technology, to nature and to the environment. And an opportunity to think about any changes they might want to make to the way they live their life to improve their well-being and mental health.
5/3/202020 minutes, 55 seconds
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Getting Off The Grid Episode 1

In this first episode Luke introduces you to the team taking part and the challenge that awaits them. The podcast features four people on a mission to discover what life is like without their phones on an intense digital detox in the Scottish Highlands. With presenter Luke Franks, Twitch streamer and gaming presenter Leah aka Leahviathan, singer songwriter Connie Constance, Radio 1Xtra’s Jeremiah Asiamah and their host, outdoor expert Zeki Basan. For each member of the team it’s all about taking time out from the hectic hamster wheel of life to think about their connection to technology, to nature and to the environment. And an opportunity to think about any changes they might want to make to the way they live their life to improve their well-being and mental health.
5/3/202013 minutes, 52 seconds
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10 Years To Save The Planet: Episode 3

Erin and her fellow activists feel that the older generations are failing young people and it's more important than ever to speak up and have your voice heard as a young person. She connects with Helena Gualinga, a 17 year old striker who grew up deep in the Amazon rainforest as part of the Sarayaku community. Then Erin also goes to Scottish parliament to meet First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to discuss her group’s demands and find out what's being done to ensure Scotland becomes carbon neutral. With April's global climate strike cancelled, Erin and her fellow activists in Scotland have to take drastic action.
4/5/202025 minutes, 10 seconds
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10 Years To Save The Planet: Episode 2

Erin Curtis is 16, from Glasgow, and a member of the Scottish Youth Climate Strikes and UK Youth Strike 4 Climate Network. The global strike kicks off a week of activities and Erin is exhausted. Erin's eco activism was inspired by a love of marine biology. She takes us to her favourite beach which is full of stories and discoveries. But now exams are looming and she has to make a difficult decision, so she talks to her friends and asks them for advice.
4/5/202020 minutes, 4 seconds
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10 Years To Save The Planet: Episode 1

Erin Curtis is 16, from Glasgow, and a member of the Scottish Youth Climate Strikes and UK Youth Strike 4 Climate Network. In this first episode, Erin shares how she became part of the movement and why she feels it's so crucial to take a stand. Meanwhile, she and her fellow students are planning the biggest global climate strike ever. During the protest, Erin has to deliver a speech in front of a ten thousand strong crowd in Glasgow. She shares her fears and her approach. Can she do it?
4/5/202025 minutes, 27 seconds
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My Death Row Pen Pal: Bonus Episode 2

Rebekah speaks to the series producer of the podcast, Ben, about how he has found the experience of travelling to Texas to meet her pen-pal Charles. In their first open and honest conversation since returning to the UK, they discuss how the process of recording Rebekah's story has changed their views on the Death Penalty, those who reach out to those in prison, and each other.
3/1/202010 minutes, 3 seconds
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My Death Row Pen Pal: Bonus Episode 1

Rebekah finds out more about those final moments for Death Row inmates. After visiting Charles, she speaks to Michelle Lyons, a former journalist and spokesperson from The Department of Criminal Justice. They talk about the dark reality of what happens to inmates after they are given an execution date, and how her views on the Death Penalty have changed over the years. Their meeting point for this conversation? A nearby graveyard where former inmates are buried...
3/1/20208 minutes, 22 seconds
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My Death Row Pen Pal: 3. Meeting Charles

Rebekah wakes up in Livingston, Texas, on the day she is due to meet her Death Row pen-pal Charles. She is nervous about what the day holds for her and worries that others might feel her decision to visit is unfair on the families of those impacted by Charles’ crime. After speaking to locals in the town, she makes the journey to the Polunsky Unit to meet Charles for the first time in person. After a year of sending letters back and forth across the Atlantic, will the person she has pictured in her mind be the man she meets? “Was he the soft-centred gentleman that I’ve enjoyed getting to know for a year, or was he the dangerous, dishonest criminal that I’d been warned of?” My Death Row Pen Pal is a three-part series, with additional special bonus material via BBC Sounds.
3/1/202028 minutes, 45 seconds
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My Death Row Pen Pal: 2. One Step Closer to Texas

Rebekah feels the pressure to make a decision on whether she should visit her pen pal Charles on Death Row in Texas. To help her come to a decision, she speaks to Robert Dunham from the Death Penalty Information Centre, her two best friends, and someone who wrote to a Death Row inmate fifteen years ago, and attended his eventual execution... My Death Row Pen Pal is a three-part series, with additional special bonus material via BBC Sounds.
3/1/202028 minutes, 21 seconds
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My Death Row Pen Pal: 1. Searching for Convicts

Rebekah writes to an inmate on Death Row. This is her story. In this episode, Rebekah shares her letter-writing journey; from sending letters to her family, to exchanging postcards with strangers, to her recent decision to reach out to a convict on Death Row - Charles Thompson. We find out why Rebekah feels the urge to connect with a criminal 4000 miles away, how she decided who to write to, and what it was like to receive those first letters back from her new pen-pal. We also hear what those closest to Rebekah think about her unusual hobby. My Death Row Pen Pal is a three-part series, with additional special bonus material via BBC Sounds.
3/1/202021 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 6

Joy’s body is found hidden in woodland in Stevenage - ten months after she was last seen alive. In this episode we hear how Joy’s mum Carol and her sister Dionne are coping a year on from when she was reported missing. We find out how they felt when her body was found and hear how they see their future without Joy. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy Morgan’s family for months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. And it delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202021 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 5

The man accused of killing Joy goes on trial for her murder - but her body is still missing. In this episode, we delve into the trial of Shohfah-El Israel and reveal the evidence police have which they say proves he murdered Joy. We hear him being interviewed by officers about the last time he saw her alive and find out more about the relationship between Joy and her alleged killer. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy Morgan’s family for months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. And it delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202020 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 4

Joy’s church defends itself against criticisms it didn’t do enough when she first went missing and Joy’s mum says her daughter’s case was ignored by the media. In this episode we hear from Joy’s church leaders in the US about why they didn’t report Joy missing to her family or the police. We hear some of the messages church members sent to Joy in the days after she was last seen. And Joy’s family claim her case didn’t get enough attention in the media because she’s black. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy Morgan’s family for 12 months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. And it delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202015 minutes, 34 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 3

Joy describes Israel United in Christ as the best family she’s ever had, and former church members say she was extremely loyal to the organisation. In this episode we hear from former members of Joy’s church who knew her and also knew the man accused of her murder. They describe how Joy was blindly faithful to the church and how her alleged killer was popular and rose through the church ranks quickly. We also find out why it took six weeks for Joy’s family to report her missing. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy’s family for 12 months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. And it delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202015 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 2

Joy’s church is described as being a “racist hate group” by a civil rights organisation and we hear how her involvement in the church caused huge friction between Joy and her family. In this episode, we discover why the Southern Poverty Law Center has put Joy’s church - Israel United in Christ - on a list of “black nationalist hate groups”. We hear how the church teaches its members that white people are the “devil” as well as claims it encourages them to cut themselves off from non-believers - something the church denies. We speak to Joy’s mum at a time when she’s struggling to cope and hear how a series of family tragedies had left Joy feeling vulnerable. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy’s family for 12 months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. And it delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202016 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Murder of Joy Morgan: Episode 1

Joy Morgan’s family describes how she was a loving girl until she joined an obscure religious group. Joy was a student midwife who went missing on Boxing Day 2018. Her mum Carol says she was a caring daughter who wanted to go on to become a doctor. But then Joy joined a controversial church and started to call her sister a demon because she was mixed race. Joy had been missing for two months and her family were desperate for information. Then they receive a call from the police that changes everything. Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy’s family for 12 months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. It delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer. Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1
2/9/202018 minutes, 48 seconds
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No Sex Before Marriage: Episode 4

Jeremiah Asiamah explores the roots of his decision to wait for ‘the one’ with his old friend Ali. When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him. Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah. In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance. And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power. Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.
12/1/201920 minutes, 56 seconds
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No Sex Before Marriage: Episode 3

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Will Simms, a music producer who believes in sex as a way to connect with a higher power. When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him. Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah. In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance. And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power. Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.
12/1/201923 minutes, 31 seconds
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No Sex Before Marriage: Episode 2

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Loren, who waited for ‘the one’ and was married at the age of 20. When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him. Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah. In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance. And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power. Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.
12/1/201922 minutes, 48 seconds
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No Sex Before Marriage: Episode 1

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Kate, who loves sex, and thinks waiting is a waste of time. When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him. Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah. In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance. And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power. Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.
12/1/201919 minutes, 16 seconds
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No Sex Before Marriage?

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah fills Reece Parkinson in on his new series about waiting for ‘the one’ to have sex. When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him. Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah. In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance. And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power. Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.
12/1/20198 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sectioned: Episode 5

Danielle discovers the difference that freedom makes to those with mental illness. On a sunny afternoon in South London, Danielle meets Idara, a young woman who has spent several weeks as an inpatient on a psychiatric ward and is now in recovery. They share their experiences of the hospital environment, and the way it can make you feel. Danielle discovers an alternative way of treating people with mental health disorders when Idara introduces her to the Mosaic Clubhouse, a unique charity where visitors are treated as ‘members’, rather than ‘patients’. Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others. Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.
11/3/201916 minutes, 33 seconds
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Sectioned: Episode 3

When Seni Lewis was sectioned, his story made the news. Danielle meets his mother, Aji Lewis. She describes what happened to her son, and why she decided to change the law. As a result of her son’s treatment in hospital, Aji Lewis lead a seven-year campaign to find out the truth about what happened. In this episode Danielle learns about the physical restraint that is sometimes used during a detention under the mental health act. Restraint is used in order to ensure a vulnerable individual’s safety, and ensure the safety of those around them. But can it ever be dangerous? Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others. Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.
11/3/201916 minutes, 51 seconds
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Sectioned: Episode 2

Danielle’s best friend Em helps her to revisit some of the darkest moments in her life. They explore what it feels like to watch someone you love lose touch with reality. In this episode, you’ll hear about what it’s like to experience psychosis – a mental health condition that can involve vivid hallucinations and delusions. Danielle and Em will also describe what happens when someone is sectioned, step-by-step. This is something they both have a close personal experience of. At what point do you spot that something isn’t quite right? When do you call the crisis services? What happens when you get to hospital? Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others. Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.
11/3/201919 minutes, 39 seconds
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Sectioned: Episode 1

Danielle describes a childhood dominated by her mum’s detentions under section. Danielle’s mother was a loving, fun and colourful character. She knew everyone in the neighborhood. However, she also had bipolar disorder, which meant that she often experienced long and intense periods of depression. Danielle and her brothers often had to look after themselves. And, when their mum was detained in hospital, they would have to go and stay out of town with their Nan. This could be for weeks at a time. At the time, nobody explained what was going on. Now, Danielle is ready to find out. Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others. Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.
11/3/201915 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sectioned: Episode 4

Danielle speaks to Alika, who was sectioned twice in his early 20s. Alika describes the experience of being detained by the police, something that he found both scary and humiliating. They discuss how the way you’re treated during a detention makes a big difference to your mental state. Danielle decides to meet the professionals who are often on the scene when somebody is sectioned. She talks with Kevin Stone, an Approved Mental Health Professional and hears from David Vass, a police constable working on the mental health triage team in Hertfordshire. Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others. Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.
11/3/201917 minutes, 3 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 6

In the final episode of Random Men Pay My Bills, Goddess Jade reveals that she’s never had a proper sit down chat with one of her slaves. So that’s exactly what’s about to happen. Speaking to Steve, she finds out exactly why he’s willing to hand over his hard earned cash to people like Goddess Jade. Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by the issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade and Steve’s names have been changed to keep their identities anonymous.
10/6/201927 minutes, 39 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 5

In Part 5 of Random Men Pay My Bills, Goddess Jade reveals a darker side of financial domination: blackmail contracts. An agreement that allows dominatrixes to release personal information and photos to loved ones if their slave doesn’t pay them on time. Riyadh also asks her about whether she believes Findom can be an addiction, and whether she has the experience to know when to stop if things get too serious. Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by the issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade's name has been changed to keep her identity anonymous.
10/6/201932 minutes, 47 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 4

In episode 4, Goddess Jade has another surprise for us. She has a boyfriend. A boyfriend who knows all about her work as a financial dominatrix but isn’t too happy about it. She also flips the tables on Riyadh by making him her slave for the afternoon at a shop meet. How will Riyadh cope being told what to do? And even more importantly, will he enjoy it? Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by the issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade's name has been changed to keep her identity anonymous.
10/6/201935 minutes, 26 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 3

In episode 3 of Random Men Pay My Bills, Riyadh discovers that not all of her financial dominatrix work is done online. Sometimes she meets her slaves in real life too. Taking Riyadh along to her local shopping centre, she explains all about cash meets where her subbies turn up to place banknotes directly into her hands. And she’s got one booked in the next few hours. Back at her flat, the pair discuss just how safe meeting strangers from online actually is. Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by the issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade's name has been changed to keep her identity anonymous.
10/6/201931 minutes, 14 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 2

In episode 2 of Random Men Pay My Bills, Riyadh Khalaf joins Goddess Jade at one of her favourite restaurants to discuss just how many of her friends and family know about her life as a Financial Dominatrix She also shares another way she makes money - by posting her receipts for things like fancy dinners on her Twitter and asking for reimbursement. Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by the issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade's name has been changed to keep her identity anonymous.
10/6/201932 minutes, 35 seconds
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Random Men Pay My Bills: Episode 1

In episode 1 of Random Men Pay My Bills, we meet Goddess Jade* who gives presenter Riyadh Khalaf exclusive access into her world as a dominatrix. Meeting her at her home, Riyadh discovers all the basics about a fetish that, in theory, involves submissive slaves sending cash to dominatrixes for absolutely nothing in return. Jade explains how she first got into Findom before inviting Riyadh to have a go at messaging some of her doting slaves back. Search BBC Action Line for help and information if you are affected by issues raised in this programme. *Goddess Jade's name has been changed to keep her identity anonymous.
10/6/201930 minutes, 17 seconds
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 3

Dan and James find themselves in church with their new friend, Granny. They definitely didn’t see that coming when they started the series. Oh – and they meet Hodor from Game of Thrones! His real name is Kristian Nairn. He tells them what it was like growing up gay in Northern Ireland and why he thinks things have got better for LGBTQ+ people there. Producer: Phoebe Keane
9/1/201923 minutes, 34 seconds
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 2

Dan and James come face to face with someone in Northern Ireland who offers “talking therapy” – what many call “gay conversion therapy” – to people who don’t want to be gay. For James, who’s gay, it’s a difficult encounter. They also hear Vicky Beeching’s story. Vicky spent years trying to change her sexuality. Doing so, she says, made her seriously ill. Producer: From Gay to Non Gay
9/1/201922 minutes, 13 seconds
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From Gay to Non-Gay? Part 1

Dan Hudson and James Barr present a podcast called ‘A Gay and a Non-Gay’. They’ve received messages from listeners asking them to travel to Northern Ireland to see what life is like for LGBTQ+ people there. So they head to Belfast where they find out why the church is a part of the story. And they discover something called ‘gay conversion therapy’. Producer: Phoebe Keane
9/1/201922 minutes, 5 seconds
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How Wrestling Saved My Life: Episode 3

Chasing the Championship. As Connor prepares for the biggest fight of his life, we hear about his future plans. In sweltering summer heat, he battles his nerves backstage, preparing to face a sell-out crowd.. but can he avenge his partner Cole and win back the championship belt? Search BBC Advice for help and information if you are affected by this podcast.
8/4/201921 minutes, 28 seconds
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How Wrestling Saved My Life: Episode 2

The Riot Rumble. Connor's high-flying antics and infectious energy win over the crowd- but will he be the last man standing? Search BBC Advice for help and information if you are affected by this podcast.
8/4/201921 minutes, 3 seconds
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How Wrestling Saved My Life: Episode 1

Flying Solo. Connor is one half of a championship-winning tag team, The Rawk 'N Cole Express. It's given Connor confidence, motivation, and a best friend he can always rely on. But when Cole is seriously injured in a hardcore grudge match, Connor makes the difficult decision to go it alone as a singles competitor. Can he make it on his own? Search BBC Advice for help and information if you are affected by this podcast.
8/4/201921 minutes, 26 seconds
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Welcome to Tell It

Welcome to Tell It, a brand new storytelling podcast from BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra.
8/1/20194 minutes, 2 seconds