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Katie Thistleton and India Sasha ask "if the world was re-built tomorrow, what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?”
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Adapt the World with Anoushé Husain

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people? In this episode they are joined by Anoushé Husain, a paraclimber with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. They discuss everything from climbing as a physically disabled person to allowing disabled people to try things and fail, rather than not letting them at all.
11/26/202215 minutes, 45 seconds
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Adapt the World with Niall Aslam

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?' In this episode they are joined by Niall Aslam, a content creator and former Love Island contestant with Asperger's Syndrome. They discuss everything from masking your disability to disability and mental health.
11/26/202213 minutes, 26 seconds
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Adapt the World with Fats Timbo

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?' In this episode they are joined by Fats Timbo, a comedian and model with Dwarfism. They discuss everything from replacing the term 'Dwarf' with 'Little Person' to the purple pound!
11/26/202214 minutes, 23 seconds
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Adapt the World with Jessica Ping-Wild

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people'. In this episode they are joined by Jessica Ping-Wild, self titled 'The Rolling Explorer'. Jessica shares her life online with a rare genetic condition called CHILD Syndrome. They discuss everything from positive inclusion when it comes to representation in the media, to being scared of disabled people!
11/26/202212 minutes, 34 seconds
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Adapt the World with Maria Lyle

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was rebuilt tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?' In this episode they are joined by Maria Lyle, a paralympian who has competed at the highest level with cerebral palsy. They discuss everything from being less scared to ask about someone's disability to dating as a disabled person.
11/26/202213 minutes, 50 seconds
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Adapt the World with Jazzy Whipps

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?' In this episode they are joined by Jazzy Whipps, a content creator who shares her life as a deaf person. They discuss everything from subtitling being more commonplace, to not addressing someone’s interpreter instead of themselves!
11/26/202214 minutes, 59 seconds
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Adapt the World with Jacob Vickers

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?'
11/26/202214 minutes, 39 seconds
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Adapt the World with BlindTobes

Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and influencer and disability rights activist India Sasha ask if the world was re-built tomorrow 'what would you change to make life fairer and easier for disabled people?' In this episode they are joined by BlindTobes, a content creator who shares his life as a visually impaired person. They discuss everything from not making assumptions as to what disabled people can do, to not parking on the pavement!
11/26/202213 minutes, 11 seconds
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How can we be less wasteful?

Vick and Katie talk all about recycling, how you can recycle more, the benefits of doing it and reusing more often where you can, with environmental scientist Laura Young.
10/30/202114 minutes, 59 seconds
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How to dress to save the planet

Vick and Katie discuss how to save the planet through fashion, from getting the clothes you want that are better for the environment and making the most of the clothes you already have with environmental scientist Laura Young.
10/30/202114 minutes, 40 seconds
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How what you eat can help the planet!

Vick and Katie discuss how we can save the planet through eating less meat, wasting less food and being more conscious of the foods we buy with environmental scientist Laura Young.
10/30/202114 minutes, 56 seconds
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How can we travel smarter?

Vick and Katie talk about how we can make more eco-friendly choices when it comes to getting around, with environmentalist Hendrikus van Hensbergen.
10/30/202111 minutes, 26 seconds
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How you can use your time to do good?

Vick and Katie discuss the power of volunteering and how you can use your time to do good with environmentalist Hendrikus van Hensbergen.
10/30/202111 minutes, 50 seconds
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How to reduce our digital carbon footprint

Vick and Katie discuss the impact on the environment through digital usage and how to reduce our digital carbon footprint with environmentalist Hendrikus van Hensbergen.
10/30/202111 minutes, 41 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I start up a side hustle?

Vick and Katie discuss what it takes to set up a side hustle or business, the risks involved and the important things to remember with careers coach Jaz Broughton.
5/12/202115 minutes, 57 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I stay confident in my own ability?

Vick and Katie help you understand what imposter syndrome is, why we feel it and how to move past these feelings with careers coach Jaz Broughton.
5/12/202113 minutes, 18 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: What can I learn from work experience?

Vick and Katie discuss the benefits of work experience and when - if ever - working for free is okay with careers coach Rachel King.
5/12/202115 minutes, 16 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I make the most of working from home?

Vick and Katie talk about how to stay focussed and make your space fit for working from home with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202115 minutes, 30 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I impress when I start a new job?

Vick and Katie discuss the importance of first impressions at a new job and how to hit the ground running in any career with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202114 minutes, 54 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: Where can I find a job that works for me?

Vick and Katie discuss where to find jobs, how to make a job application stand out from the rest and common errors to avoid with careers coach Rachel King.
5/12/202116 minutes
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Careers Toolkit: How do I create the ultimate CV?

Vick and Katie talk about what to include and not to include in your CV, and how a CV might change for different types of jobs with careers coach Rachel King.
5/12/202116 minutes, 45 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: What career options do I have after school?

Vick and Katie discuss the after-school options other than university, how to know which option is right for you and what to do to make it happen, with careers coach Rachel King.
5/12/202111 minutes, 23 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: Can I actually find my dream job?

Vick and Katie discuss how to find a job that’s right for you and what you can do to get a head start for the future with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202115 minutes, 53 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: Is university the place for me?

Vick and Katie help you understand when university is the right choice for you and how it can help your future career options, with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202117 minutes, 7 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I recover from rejection?

Vick and Katie talk about how to deal with a rejection and the steps you can take to stay motivated with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202114 minutes, 46 seconds
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Careers Toolkit: How can I ace my job interview?

Vick and Katie discuss the dos and don'ts for any job interview, including how to prepare and how to make a lasting impression with careers coach Mark Anderson.
5/12/202115 minutes, 36 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Money

Vick and Katie help us understand why we worry about money, what a healthy mindset around money looks like and solutions for money worries with Iona Bain.
2/19/202119 minutes, 20 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Study-Life Balance

Vick and Katie talk about the importance of the right study-life balance, and how to improve it if we're struggling, with Dr Julie.
2/19/202116 minutes, 41 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Motivation

Vick and Katie discuss the ways to get motivated and stay motivated, and how to spot when we're not as motivated as we should be with Dr Julie.
2/19/202115 minutes, 52 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Career

Vick and Katie discuss the importance of a first job, the types of jobs available and what we can do to get a job in a pandemic with Rachel King.
2/19/202114 minutes, 30 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Creativity

Vick and Katie talk about why creativity is an important tool in combating negative feelings and emotions with Dr Radha.
2/19/202115 minutes, 16 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Future

Vick and Katie talk to Dr Radha about how we feel about the future, how to prepare for uncertain times ahead and living in the present moment.
2/19/202113 minutes, 29 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Loneliness

Vick and Katie talk with Dr Radha about what loneliness is, why we feel it and how to feel connected to others even when we're alone.
2/19/202115 minutes, 26 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Emotions

Vick and Katie discuss the range of human emotions, how our emotions impact our actions and how to manage them with Dr Radha.
2/19/202113 minutes, 36 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Sleep

Vick and Katie talk with Dr Radha about why sleep is important, the factors that impact on our sleep and what we can do to sleep better.
2/19/202114 minutes, 7 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Stress

Vick, Katie and Dr Radha help us understand why we feel stressed, how stress changes how we feel and ways we can manage stressful situations.
2/19/202114 minutes, 3 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Self-Esteem

Vick and Katie talk with Dr Radha about the importance of confidence in ourselves and how poor self-esteem can impact how we feel.
2/19/202117 minutes, 29 seconds
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Lockdown Wellbeing: My Anxiety

Vick and Katie discuss what anxiety is, how it manifests itself, and the small things that can be done to manage and combat it with Dr Radha.
2/19/202113 minutes, 57 seconds
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Radio 1's Life Hacks Podcast - Our Favourite Moments

Katie and Dr Radha take you through some of their favourite moments from over 150 episodes of the podcast. From Sex Education with Aimee Lou Wood to the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, with plenty of advice in between.
10/20/20201 hour, 50 seconds
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How can we deal with the biggest challenges we face today?

Katie and Dr Radha reflect on some of the biggest challenges affecting young people right now. From mental health to the environment, they serve up all sorts of advice for dealing with modern life.
10/13/202044 minutes, 17 seconds
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What impact does living with depression have on you and those around you?

Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha talk to Josh Hartley about his journey with depression. They discuss the impact it had on him and his family and how he was able to recover.
10/6/202035 minutes, 14 seconds
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How can I prepare myself for the pandemic in the winter?

Katie and Dr Radha share advice for dealing with the changing seasons. They chat about how they're feeling and coping strategies for if there is another lockdown.
9/29/202033 minutes, 19 seconds
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How can I make the most of university in 2020?

Katie and Dr Radha talk to graduate and podcaster Rufaro Faith about making the most of university. They chat about how coronavirus has changed the university experience and share tips for students starting uni this year.
9/22/202036 minutes, 30 seconds
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How can I give myself the best chance of getting a new job?

Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha help you get a job with careers advisor Rachel King. They talk about how much the working landscape has changed and share advice on how to make sure you stand out.
9/15/202033 minutes, 51 seconds
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How should we feel about putting on weight in lockdown?

Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha discuss how we feel about our bodies after lockdown. They chat about what a healthy relationship with food is like and how to get there yourself.
9/8/202033 minutes, 53 seconds
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How can skin conditions affect our self esteem?

Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha discuss living with a chronic skin condition with Megan Goldberger. Megan had psoriasis since she was nine years old until she featured on BBC 3 show Skin.
9/1/202034 minutes, 21 seconds
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What life lessons should we learn outside of school?

Katie and Dr Radha discuss the skills and life lessons that we can all learn after school. They chat about everything from persevering through challenges to boosting your self esteem.
8/25/202033 minutes, 38 seconds
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How to cope with exam result emotions

With exams cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic, it's been an especially stressful time for anyone waiting to get their A-level and GCSE grades. Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha take your questions and discuss how to deal with exam result emotions.
8/18/202033 minutes, 10 seconds
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Giving Back with the Good Guys

The Good Guys Decorators, Cyle and Nick, share their story with Katie and Dr Radha. They share how they went from time in prison to creating a decorating company that gives back to the community.
8/11/202036 minutes, 1 second
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Huntington's Disease with Kelly Terranova

Kelly shares how her Mum's Huntington's Disease diagnosis changed her life with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
8/4/202037 minutes, 25 seconds
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How can I deal with the emotional impact of losing a job?

Katie and Dr Radha explore the emotional impact of losing a job. They discuss how to talk about it without shame and the practical steps to take to get back on track.
7/28/202034 minutes, 33 seconds
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How can we deal with an uncertain future after school?

Katie and Dr Radha share advice for school leavers on how to deal with an uncertain future. They discuss the importance of routine and what they would tell their younger school leaver self.
7/21/202034 minutes, 41 seconds
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What effect has lockdown had on domestic abuse?

Katie and Dr Radha talk to UK Says No More's Lyndsey Dearlove about the rise of abuse in lockdown. They discuss the reasons behind the rise, where to go if you are in an abusive relationship and what can you do if you know someone in danger.
7/14/202039 minutes, 9 seconds
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How can I set my own boundaries in the new normal?

Katie and Dr Radha discuss how to talk about being uncomfortable with the new normal. They chat about the importance of setting your own boundaries and how to deal with agoraphobic feelings.
7/7/202035 minutes, 36 seconds
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What's it like coming out during the coronavirus pandemic?

Katie and Radha chat to YouTuber Niki Albon about his coming out experience in lockdown. They talk about Niki coming out on his channel and how Pride has compared to his expectations.
6/30/202032 minutes, 44 seconds
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Have You Listened to the Reality Tea?

Looking for something new to listen to while you wait for the next episode of Life Hacks? If you like Life Hacks, you'll love Reality Tea! Join Raj and Pilar for their weekly get together for everyone that loves Reality TV and bring you the latest news and gossip from the celeb world. They've spoken to Jack Fowler about whether influencers should be activists, Charlotte Crosby on her Litty Lockdown birthday, Lauren and Cameron from Love is Blind and many more.
6/24/20205 minutes, 44 seconds
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Are antidepressants right for me?

Katie and Dr Radha discuss some of the misconceptions of taking antidepressants. They also explore why there has been a rise in antidepressant prescriptions since the start of lockdown and Katie shares her personal experiences with medication.
6/23/202035 minutes, 39 seconds
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How can we use music to help our wellbeing in lockdown?

Katie and Dr Radha are joined by Dr Victoria Williamson to chat about the effect that music can have on our minds. They chat about why we listen to music and how it's helped us through in lockdown.
6/16/202036 minutes, 8 seconds
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How can we use our emotions to create positive change?

After the death of George Floyd, Katie and Dr Radha chat to Ayeisha Thomas-Smith about how we can use our emotions to create positive change. They discuss the definition of anti-racism and the steps you can take to be better.
6/10/202036 minutes, 32 seconds
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Coronavirus: How can lockdown affect an eating disorder?

Katie and Radha chat to founder of Jiggsy's Place Laura Hearn about eating disorders in lockdown. They discuss Laura's story, the unique challenges of the last few weeks and where to go if you have a problematic relationship with food.
6/2/202038 minutes, 44 seconds
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What can we learn from our creativity in lockdown?

Katie and Dr Radha chat about why we’ve been getting creative in lockdown. They talk about the benefits of creativity and what we can do to boost our creativity.
5/26/202031 minutes, 58 seconds
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I've Been There: Dillian Whyte & Knife Crime

Katie Thistleton meets interim world heavyweight boxing champion Dillian Whyte. Considered one of the best in the world, Dillian aka The Body Snatcher opens up to Katie about his tough upbringing on the streets of Brixton, and surviving gang violence and knife crime. Before becoming a boxer Dillian arrived from Jamaica at the age of 12 and settled with his family in South London. During his teenage years, a growing connection to gangs resulted in him being stabbed three times and shot twice. Seeking an outlet for his aggression and an escape from the streets, Dillian headed to his local boxing gym and hasn’t looked back since. Through grit, determination and a solid support network, Dillian has defied the odds, inspired a nation and won international fights. In the UK thousands of teenagers know someone they would define as a street gang member and many have been the victim of a violent crime. Katie takes Dillian to surprise two budding boxers from different areas in South London. Both have been attending different boxing gyms which give teens an alternative to the ever-present gang affiliations and crime. How do they react when legend Dillian Whyte walks in to their gym?
5/20/202017 minutes, 48 seconds
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I've Been There: Amy Childs & Cosmetic Surgery

Katie Thistleton meets trail-blazing reality TV star Amy Childs. Since hitting our TV screens in The Only Way Is Essex, Amy Childs has stayed in the media spotlight, and how she looks has always been under scrutiny. Starting at the age of just 18, Amy has undergone several cosmetic surgery treatments and ended up hospitalised after serious problems after one procedure. Many teenagers look up to Amy, who is also a businesswoman and model, but now Amy wants to set the record straight for young people who are considering surgery, because she regrets ALL the cosmetic treatments she’d had over the years. Whether it’s because of the pressures of social media or just to keep up with current trends, many teenagers claim they want cosmetic surgery. Katie takes Amy to surprise teenagers Bailey and Cristabelle who are both determined to have cosmetic surgery when they turn 18. Amy tells them about everything which has gone wrong with the treatments she’s had and why she regrets the decisions she made. Although she understands why they feel so anxious about how they look, Amy says it’s really important it is to think about the possible long term consequences before they get any cosmetic surgery themselves.
5/20/202022 minutes, 12 seconds
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I've Been There: Connor Ball & Anxiety

Katie Thistleton meets Connor Ball, the bassist of successful boy band, The Vamps. The band has enjoyed a string of chart hits, including their 2017 album Night & Day which pushed Ed Sheeran from the number one slot. However, despite his early success, life hasn't always been easy for Connor. He’s had severe panic attacks on tour and had to cancel several of his appearances because of his anxiety. And Connor is far from being alone: an increasing number of UK teenagers also have a mental health disorder. The Vamps fans Robin, 15, and Taylor, 14, both experience severe anxiety, but through music they are finding ways to manage it. As Robin and Taylor go into a Manchester studio to record an original song together, Katie takes Connor to surprise them and he gives them advice on how they can learn to manage their anxiety and not to worry about it holding them back.
5/20/202021 minutes
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Coronavirus: How can we be kind to ourselves?

Katie and Dr Radha chat about kindness - the theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week. They discuss the importance of being kind to yourself, how to be kinder to others and pick their moments of kindness from lockdown.
5/19/202029 minutes, 15 seconds
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Coronavirus: How can I prepare for life after lockdown?

Katie and Radha are back to discuss how you can prepare for a return to normal life. They chat about why we might feel excited and nervous about life after lockdown and share coping strategies.
5/12/202034 minutes, 13 seconds
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Coronavirus: What's wrong with my sleep in lockdown?

Katie and Dr Radha chat about the impact of lockdown on your sleep. They discuss the importance of a routine, the reasons why you might be having strange dreams and share tips on getting to sleep.
5/5/202031 minutes, 37 seconds
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Coronavirus: How can I budget my money in lockdown?

Katie and Radha are joined by finance expert Iona Bain to discuss looking after your money in lockdown. They chat about what benefits are available for those in need, how to save money and what to do if you're worried about your financial situation.
4/28/202034 minutes, 30 seconds
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Coronavirus: How can my relationship survive the lockdown?

Katie and Radha are back to talk about the challenges of being in a relationship in lockdown. They discuss how to deal with irritation, the right way to have an argument and share tips for finding your own space at home
4/21/202028 minutes, 41 seconds
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Coronavirus: How do I stay calm during lockdown?

Katie and Dr Radha are back with help and advice for how to stay calm during lockdown. They talk about identifying the source of anxiety, how to regulate your news intake and grounding techniques when it becomes overwhelming.
4/14/202033 minutes, 46 seconds
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Coronavirus: What is the etiquette of video calling?

Katie and Dr Radha chat to etiquette expert William Hanson about the etiquette of video calling. They talk about whether it's ever okay to show your pet on a video chat, what to do if you walk behind your housemate's conference call and the perfect excuse for ending a conversation.
4/7/202037 minutes, 14 seconds
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Coronavirus: How do I stay productive when working from home?

Katie and Dr Radha chat to productivity expert Graham Alcott about working from home during social distancing. They talk about structuring your day, creating the perfect work-at-home environment and minimising distractions through the day.
3/31/202035 minutes, 10 seconds
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Coronavirus: How could school closures affect my mental health?

Katie and Dr Radha are back with help and advice as schools close across the country. They talk about what we get from the classroom beyond just lessons, and how routines, interaction and a positive mindset can help us stay healthy during the coronavirus pandemic.
3/24/202031 minutes, 30 seconds
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Coronavirus: How can I look after my mental heath?

In the first of a series of Life Hacks podcast specials, Katie and Dr Radha share their personal feelings about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and talk about ways we can look after our mental health at this time.
3/20/202033 minutes, 41 seconds
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Talking About Loss with Beth French

Beth French shares how she learnt to talk about loss after the death of her mother with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
3/17/202035 minutes, 30 seconds
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Being Deaf-Blind with Alexandra Adams

Alexandra Adams shares her experiences of being legally registered deaf and blind with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
3/10/202038 minutes, 47 seconds
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Borderline Personality Disorder with Kate Weston

Kate Weston shares her Borderline Personality Disorder story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
3/3/202029 minutes, 2 seconds
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Baking and Therapy with Candice Brown

Former Bake Off winner Candice Brown talks about her PTSD and clinical depression diagnosis. She shares how baking helped her recovery with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
2/25/202039 minutes, 4 seconds
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Surviving Surgery with Michelle Elman

Michelle has been through 15 surgeries for various conditions in her life. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
2/18/202033 minutes, 59 seconds
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Going Sober with Millie Gooch

Millie Gooch from Sober Girl Society hacked her life to make it better when she gave up drinking. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
2/11/202032 minutes, 22 seconds
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Gender Identity and Mental Health with Izzy Joan

Izzy was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and has experienced microaggressions about her sexuality throughout her life. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
2/4/202034 minutes, 54 seconds
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Donating Blood with Ethan Spibey

Ethan discovered he couldn't donate blood before he hacked his life to make it better. He shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
1/28/202030 minutes, 11 seconds
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Surviving Knife Crime with Natalie Queiroz

Natalie Queiroz shares her story of surviving a knife attack with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
1/21/202036 minutes, 2 seconds
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Male Suicide with Ben West

Ben West shares the story of his brother's suicide with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
1/14/202036 minutes, 18 seconds
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Autism with Krysia Waldock

Krysia Waldock shares her autism story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
1/7/202032 minutes, 6 seconds
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Dyslexia with Chloe Holland

Chloe Holland grew up with dyslexia before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
12/31/201931 minutes, 12 seconds
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Surviving Burns with Justyn Hollett

Justyn suffered third degree burns when he was a child. He shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
12/24/201930 minutes, 54 seconds
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Post Natal Depression with Emelie Hryhoruk

Emelie Hryhoruk suffered with Post Natal Depression before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
12/17/201937 minutes, 39 seconds
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Grief with Katy Winship and Charlotte Henly

Katy and Charlotte's friend Vicky died after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer. They share how they found the positivity in her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
12/10/201936 minutes, 7 seconds
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Teen Heroes with Katie Thistleton

Katie Thistleton chats to the winners of Radio 1's Teen Heroes award. Hazel, Scarlett and Rachel open up about what they have done to win.
12/3/201929 minutes, 38 seconds
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Living With Paralysis with Sophie Elwes

Sophie Elwes was paralysed from the hips down after she fell from a balcony. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
11/26/201928 minutes, 43 seconds
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Invisible Illnesses with Jessica Logan

Jessica Logan was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
11/19/201927 minutes, 37 seconds
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Asexuality with Yasmin Benoit

Yasmin Benoit shares her asexuality story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
11/12/201931 minutes, 38 seconds
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Anorexia with Hope Virgo

Hope Virgo was diagnosed with Anorexia before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
11/5/201935 minutes, 8 seconds
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Emotional Abuse with Holly Bourne

Author Holly Bourne worked with children in abusive relationships before she wrote about the subject in her books. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
10/29/201936 minutes, 37 seconds
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Kate Nolan with Finding Happiness

Kate Nolan was diagnosed with Emotional Instability Disorder before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
10/22/201934 minutes, 38 seconds
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Jack Dinsley with Stammering

Jack Dinsley shares his stammering story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
10/15/201927 minutes, 49 seconds
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Slow Fashion with Venetia Falconer

Venetia Falconer wore a new outfit everyday before she hacked her life to make it better. She shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
10/8/201932 minutes, 38 seconds
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Catriona Morton with Being A Survivor

Catriona Morton shares her sexual assault story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha. If you've been affected by child sexual abuse or violence, you can find details of organisations in the UK who offer help and support at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
10/1/201933 minutes, 12 seconds
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Panic Attacks with George David Hodgson

George David Hodgson experienced a series of panic attacks before he hacked his life to make it better. He shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
9/24/201936 minutes, 45 seconds
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HIV with George Westwood

George Westwood was diagnosed with HIV before he hacked his life to make living with his condition better. He shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
9/17/201932 minutes, 44 seconds
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Emma Hatcher

Emma Hatcher was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome before she hacked her life to make it better. Emma shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
9/10/201927 minutes, 16 seconds
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Transitioning with Juno Dawson

Juno Dawson hacked her life when she transitioned from male to female. Juno shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
9/3/201938 minutes, 26 seconds
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Leaving Love Island with Amy Hart

Amy Hart was in the Love Island villa before she hacked her life to make it better. Amy shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
8/27/201936 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sturge Weber Syndrome with Prisha Bathia

Prisha grew up with Sturge Weber Syndrome before she hacked her life to make it better. Prisha shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
8/20/201928 minutes, 37 seconds
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Gaming Addiction With James Good

James Good was playing video games up to 10 hours a day during the height of his addiction before he hacked his life to make it better.
8/13/201932 minutes, 44 seconds
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I’ve Been There: Jade Thirlwall

Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall visits an eating disorder clinic, where she shares her experience of overcoming anorexia, offering advice and support to some of its patients.
8/11/201934 minutes, 13 seconds
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Recovering From Paralysis with Esmée Gummer

Esmée Gummer was paralysed during a routine operation before she hacked her life to make it better. Esmée shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
8/6/201938 minutes, 12 seconds
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Losing Your Parents with Shonagh Marie

Shonagh Marie lost both her parents during her childhood before she hacked her life to make it better. Shonagh shares her story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
7/30/201939 minutes, 3 seconds
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Bullying with Alex Holmes

Alex Holmes was bullied throughout his time at school before he hacked his life - and the lives of so many young people - to make it better. Alex shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
7/23/201931 minutes, 36 seconds
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Gambling Addiction with Danny Cheetham

Danny Cheetham had £20,000 worth of gambling debt when he hacked his life to make it better. He shares his story with Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
7/16/201928 minutes, 41 seconds
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Female Masturbation with Aimee Lou Wood

Curious about your body? Aimee Lou Wood from 'that' experimental scene in Sex Education talks about female masturbation, both on and off screen. Katie cringes at some slang words and Dr Radha gives the girls a lesson in the female body, what's not to like?!
7/9/201932 minutes, 3 seconds
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Non-Traditional Families

Ever feel your family’s not the ‘norm’? It turns out the internet may be bad place to search for that answer, until now… Katie and Radha find out more from two unconventional families, Louise who was conceived via sperm donor, and Claire who was adopted.
7/2/201928 minutes, 12 seconds
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Climate Change

Got eco-anxiety? Inspired by Greta Thunberg? Student striker Destiny discusses climate change in this special Matters of the World takeover.
6/30/20199 minutes, 27 seconds
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Choosing A Career

Struggling to pick the right career? Eddy & Apsana chat about their different paths in this special Matters of the World takeover!
6/29/201912 minutes, 3 seconds
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Knife Crime

How do you rebuild your confidence after being stabbed? Rico shares his story of turning a negative event into something positive in this special Matters of the World takeover.
6/28/201910 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mindfulness

Emily was at the Ariana Grande concert when a bomb went off. She shares how mindfulness has helped her deal with anxiety and trauma in this special Matters of the World takeover.
6/27/201910 minutes, 33 seconds
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Growing Up Online with Lewys Ball

Having a social media meltdown? YouTuber Lewys Ball has ALL the tips for living your best life online in this special Matters of the World takeover...
6/26/20199 minutes, 53 seconds
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A Gay Kid's Guide To Life

So, you've realised you're gay - what do you do now? Never fear, Riyadh Khalaf - YouTuber, LGBTQ+ activist, podcast host and author of 'Yay! You're gay! Now What?' has some answers. He shares some hilarious, embarassing and emotional moments from his own coming out process.
6/25/201931 minutes, 13 seconds
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My OCD and Me

Ever wondered what it really means to have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? It is much more than just the stereotype of liking things to be clean and tidy. Katie and Radha find out more from Eleanor and Chandos who have both lived with OCD.
6/18/201925 minutes, 33 seconds
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Getting wet for my mind

Why should you whack on your swimsuit? Author Libby Page & Swim England’s Ali Noyce chat about swimming’s effect on anxiety, loneliness and body image!
6/11/201925 minutes, 53 seconds
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Isn't money awkward?!

Money can be awkward... Alex Holder shares her tips after living in debt and turning her finances around.
6/4/201927 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ethnicity & Identity

How much does your ethnicity impact on your identity? Author Candice Carty Williams discusses these themes in her book 'Queenie' and tells Katie and Dr Radha her own experiences of growing up as a young, black woman in the UK.
5/28/201924 minutes, 4 seconds
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Changing Careers

Is a career change on the cards? Nathan D'Laryea chats Katie & Dr Radha through subbing in professional football for teaching!
5/21/201931 minutes, 52 seconds
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Life Hacks vs Worst Dates

Katie & Dr Radha spill their dating secrets in a collaboration with Arielle and Luke from Radio 1’s Worst Dates podcast!
5/14/201927 minutes, 54 seconds
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From Suicidal Despair To Hope

How do you see light at the end of the tunnel when you feel at your lowest? Jonny Benjamin MBE shares his story of managing mental health after experiencing suicidal thoughts.
5/7/201932 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Partner Experience of Miscarriage

What's miscarriage like when you're the partner? Gerard Scullion chats to Katie and Dr Radha about his experience.
4/30/201933 minutes, 14 seconds
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Childhood Grief

How do you cope if you lose someone close to you at a young age? Author Mark Lemon drew on his own experiences of losing his Dad at age twelve to write his book 'The Magical Wood' about childhood grief. He joins Katie and Radha to explain what you can do if this happens to yourself, a friend or a member of your family.
4/23/201932 minutes, 34 seconds
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Can supermarkets make you depressed?

Self-proclaimed 'King of Depression' Matt Haig chats about how our surroundings can affect our mental health.
4/16/201923 minutes, 3 seconds
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App Chat

Have you ever thought about creating your own app? Or have you ever stopped and wondered what an app actually is? Or even thought about how apps are made? Apps can be created from the comfort of your own bedroom. 17 year old app developer Ayush, created his own app 'Veggie Alternatives' from his bedroom. After it got rejected 7 times, Ayush tweaked it, making him all the more determined to get it online and eventually Apple accepted his app. Ayush tells Katie and Dr Radha about his journey to becoming an app developer and shares tips on ways you too can develop a successful app, and even make a profit off the back of advertisers positioning products for sale on your platform!
4/9/201921 minutes, 31 seconds
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Black Lives Matter

Author, Angie Thomas was born in Jackson, Mississippi, a place known for being an area with strong racial tensions. Angie witnessed a lot of racism and unfair treatment of black people growing up, including a shootout when she was just 6 years old. The day after, her mother took her to the library in an attempt to open her eyes to the good in the world and this trip inspired her to start writing. Angie's first book 'The Hate U Give' shines a light on issues that African Americans face and sheds light on the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Last month she released her second book 'On the Come Up', which highlights how black people are represented in the media. Angie tells Katie and Dr.Radha about her experiences of racism in America and opens up about what it's really like being a black woman in today's society.
4/2/201930 minutes, 33 seconds
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Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay Talk Consent and Safety

Issues of consent are seldom talked about within the LGBTQ+ community, but they can lead to feelings of unease and people's safety can come into question. We address the main issues and tackle the myths around what consent actually means. We're joined by legal expert Sandra Paul for this one, who quickly coins the nickname Sassy Sanda and she knows her stuff.
3/29/201932 minutes, 40 seconds
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Male Suicide

Do you remember Mike from Love Island? His tragic death has sparked conversation in the media about mental health and suicide among young men. Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 45 in the UK. Katie and Dr Radha are joined by our very own Cel Spellman and Emma Fairhurst from suicide prevention charity Papyrus and former Love Island contestant Dr Alex join the team to give their perspectives.
3/26/201931 minutes, 24 seconds
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Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay Talk Sex As Self Harm

Sex is sometimes used as a form of self harm, and this phenomenon is particularly common in the LGBTQ+ community. James Dan and Katie learn more about why this happens, how it works and how it relates to HIV. Dr Radha offers her sound advice on both the physical and psychological health aspects.
3/22/201926 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

A hand on someone's back, complimenting their fragrance - is this a colleague being friendly, or are they crossing a line? What constitutes sexual harassment? BBC Three conducted a social experiment, bringing together 20 people between the ages of 18-30 to see if they understood the rules of behaviour in the workplace. Helen featured in the documentary, sharing her story about how she was a victim of sexual harassment. Helen joins Katie and Dr.Radha to share some advice on ways to deal with sexual harassment and barrister Abigail Bright highlights exactly what sexual harassment is in the eyes of the law, and shares tips on what behaviours are completely unacceptable and should be avoided at all costs.
3/19/201938 minutes, 14 seconds
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Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay Talk Coming Out

In this second episode in our exciting collaboration between Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay, Katie and Dr.Radha help James and Dan tackle some of the more complicated queries they have received from their listeners around coming out. The boys have called on our pros to help them address a range of listeners’ issues and share some helpful advice with them. This week, the guys focus on some of the difficulties young people face when they decide to ‘come out’ and what help and support family and friends can offer them to make this process less stressful. Over the next few weeks, all areas are covered in these special editions of our Life Hacks podcast.
3/17/201931 minutes, 20 seconds
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Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay Talk Depression

In this exciting collaboration between Life Hacks and A Gay & A NonGay, Katie and Dr Radha help James and Dan tackle some of the more complicated queries they have received from their listeners. The boys have called on our pros to help them address a range of listeners' issues and share some helpful advice with them. From coming out, to identifying a person in life to confide in when we aren't feeling mentally well, all areas are covered in this special edition of our Life Hacks podcast.
3/12/201935 minutes, 32 seconds
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International Women's Day: Women in Work

What do you want to do when you grow up? Doctor? Astronaut? Fireman? In light of International Women's Day, we're asking if young women's aspirations are limited by their gender? After having a hugely successful career in a male dominated industry, Edwina Dunn decided it was time to change things for women in the working world and founded her charity - The Female Lead - to do just that. Alongside entrepreneur Vanessa Sanyauke and inventor Ruth Amos, she tells Katie and Dr Radha about her campaign to encourage young women into industries where they are under-represented and inspire them to achieve more than they ever imagined!
3/5/201932 minutes, 23 seconds
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Millennial Burnout

Have you ever avoided doing things like washing the dishes or even texting a friend back? Do you constantly check work emails even when you're not in work? Or do you ever feel guilty for sitting doing absolutely nothing? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you could be suffering from millennial burnout, a product of the mentality that enough is actually not enough. When journalist Dawn Foster wrote an article about this last month in The Guardian, it struck a chord with millennials. Dawn shares tips on what to look out for if you suspect you have millennial burnout and advises on the best ways to avoid feeling totally and utterly burnt out.
2/26/201926 minutes, 18 seconds
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Learning To Sleep

Have you ever thought about why you sleep? Ever wondered if napping is good for you? If you should be measuring your sleep on that all-important app? Or even how often you dream? Well, luckily, Dr Guy Meadows from the Sleep School is here to explain all.
2/19/201935 minutes, 5 seconds
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Life Hacks Podcast is 1 Year Old!

Katie and Dr. Radha look back at some of the highlights on the Life Hacks Podcast from over the last 12 months. We have touched on some really serious and important topics, like employment opportunities for young people with learning disabilities. Claire Harris and her sister Abigail are featured as Claire has Down's syndrome and wants employers to give some of her peers a chance in the world of work. We have delved into a variety of weird but wonderful areas on the podcast over the last 12 months, so Dr. Trudy Barber is also featured as she opens our eyes to the world of Sex Robots. Love Island's Alex Cane also joined us to talk about modern day relationships, JP from Made in Chelsea talks about male mental health and how he actually contemplated taking his own life just a few years ago and model Charli Howard has battled an eating disorder in her efforts to 'make it' in the modelling world before taking a stance against how poorly models are treated in that industry. If you fancy a fun, original mixture of exploratory content, then you'll love this special edition of our Life Hacks Podcast.
2/12/201951 minutes, 22 seconds
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Dealing with Trauma

Have you suffered trauma in your life? Do you even know what a trauma actually is? Trauma is explored by Katie and Dr. Radha this week as they are joined by artist Bryony Kimmings who talks about her life and how trauma has affected her. Bryony uses her art as a creative measure to address and deal with trauma in a unique, raw way that not only helps her, but educates audiences about difficult subjects that are usually hard to broach.
2/5/201923 minutes, 29 seconds
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Organisational Skills

Do you procrastinate? Do you make lists but never actually complete the tasks on said lists? Do you have A LOT of unread emails in your inbox? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions then you need to be more organised. Graham Allcott used to be disorganized and he had no idea how he could go about organizing his life. But after making some changes and putting a few things in place, he has written a book all about productivity and shares some helpful advice on this week's podcast about how you too can become more organised!
1/29/201930 minutes, 34 seconds
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PossABILITY

Did you know that under 10% of people with learning disabilities are in paid employment? And yet a lot of these people have the ability and skills required to be employed. But they aren't in employment, sadly. Claire Harris has the condition Down's syndrome and she too has faced challenges when trying to seek out paid employment opportunities, although she is now in a paid job. This isn't the case for everyone with a learning disability though. Claire's sister, Abigail decided to investigate why such a small percentage of people with learning disabilities are employed and so she made a documentary called PossABILITY.
1/22/201930 minutes, 56 seconds
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A Model in the Middle

Have you ever felt rubbish about your body? Imagine working in an industry where every inch of you is constantly scrutinised. Over a period of time, the criticism Charli faced working as a model really took its toll on her to the point where she decided to throw the towel in and give up on her dream of working as a model. In this week's podcast she opens up about her battle with mental health and an eating disorder that she tackled. Charli was deemed too small to be a plus size model yet too big to be a standard model and tells us how it felt to be a model in the middle in a demanding industry.
1/15/201938 minutes, 8 seconds
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How Running Saved My Life

Bella Mackie suffered from mental health problems when she was a child. In her twenties her mental health became increasingly worse to the point where daily activities were hindered. She found it difficult to do things like use the tube or travel abroad and even dropped out of university. When her marriage broke down after just 8 months she knew something had to change. As well as seeing a therapist, Bella decided to go for a run one day. As she had never exercised before she had no idea how she would feel but amazingly it really helped her and so she started running regularly, an activity that helped improve her mental health drastically. Bella has written a book called 'Jog On' and in this week's podcast talks about what inspired her to write it and is brutally honest about her battle with her mental health.
1/8/201931 minutes, 43 seconds
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Katie's Christmas Message

Sex, relationships, mental health…nothing is off limits for Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha
12/25/201831 seconds
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Off Record

Radio 1 Life Hacks’ Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha, 1Xtra Talks’ Reece Parkinson and Asian Networks’ Mobeen Azhar team up for a one off special to discuss the biggest issues of the year. The presenters have discussed topics such as Feminism, Body Image and Sexuality with the experts in 2018. But now they’ve come together to give their opinions on the most controversial issues affecting you in 2018. Racism, Brexit and Me Too are all on the table.
12/23/201858 minutes, 40 seconds
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A Guide To Transgender

Ever want to search for something but don’t want to have THAT in your browser history? On the Life Hacks podcast there’s honest and fun chat around all the questions you’re too scared to search for. The good news is that everyone has the same questions, so we can learn from each other’s experiences – however cringeworthy they may be… Sex, relationships, mental health…nothing is off limits for Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha.
12/11/201834 minutes, 49 seconds
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Feminism

Scarlett Curtis talks about her new book 'Feminists Don't Wear Pink (and other lies)'.
12/4/201830 minutes, 37 seconds
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Alternative University

Thinking of going to university? Thinking of taking a gap year? Thinking of not going at all? In this week's podcast, Katie and Dr. Radha are joined by Dan and Stan, two young professionals who took slightly unconventional routes into working life. Dan is an entrepreneur who started his digital marketing business during a drama degree at university after taking two years out. Stan is a banker and Wealth Management Specialist who chose not to go to university but secured a place on a competitive Lloyds Bank Finance Scheme. If you are considering the many options available to you after education, or simply fancy a change in career, this is the podcast for you!
11/27/201829 minutes, 31 seconds
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Anti-Bullying

The musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie is based on the life of Jamie Campbell who encountered bullying in his teens. Jamie wanted to wear a dress to his school formal but knew he would be taunted and possibly not even allowed to go along to his prom. A documentary was made in 2011 on BBC Three about Jamie's story and has recently been made into a musical. Jamie opens up to Katie and Dr Radha about the bullying in his teens and shares some examples of how the bullies treated him. Jamie also shares helpful tips on the best ways to tackle bullying.
11/20/201826 minutes, 28 seconds
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Dr Alex talks body image and life after the villa

Dr Alex drops by Radio 1's Life Hacks Podcast to chat with Katie and Dr Radha about all things body image and life after the villa.
11/13/201834 minutes, 9 seconds
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Stormzy in coversation with Cel Spellman

An in-depth conversation about Stormzy's journey so far: his education, his inspiration to succeed and how he encourages other young black people to be successful.
11/11/201833 minutes, 14 seconds
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Finding Dad

Mim always felt like something was missing from his life. Mim's mother suffered an illness while he was growing up and as a result Mim was raised by his nan, a close family friend and support from his mother's family. At the age of 26, Mim decided to search for his Dad. His search led him to locations around the world and he faced a range of emotions along the way. Mim shares with Katie and Dr.Radha his journey, reveals unheard tales from his experience and helpful tips for others in his position.
11/6/201834 minutes, 15 seconds
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Living With A Stoma Bag

Hannah Witton tells Katie and Dr. Radha what life is like living with a stoma bag. She has suffered with the inflammatory bowel disease, Ulcerative Colitis, since she was 7 years old and earlier this year Hannah underwent emergency surgery to have her colon removed and now lives with a stoma (a poo bag). Hannah has embraced 'the bag' and opens up about her sex life, pooing and farting in this week's podcast.
10/30/201838 minutes, 54 seconds
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Women in Leadership

Sophie had wanted to be a police officer form an early age - she had been attacked by a dog when she was younger and the police officer who helped was kind and inspired her to pursue a career that involved helping people in some way. However, whilst in school Sophie’s anxiety made her believe this wasn’t possible - she had trouble speaking to people and missed out on school trips as a result of her anxiety. Sophie demonstrates strong leadership skills within her role in the police on a daily basis now. She shares tips with Katie and Dr Radha on how to develop leadership skills on this week's podcast. .
10/23/201836 minutes, 8 seconds
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Invisible Disabilities

When Susie was 23 she was told she had a tumour on her spinal cord compressing her nerves. She needed an operation to remove it as soon as possible. The operation didn’t go according to plan and Susie woke up paralysed. She was in hospital for over 3 months, left with a wheelchair and crutches, and told she’d likely never walk unaided again.On this week's podcast Susie explains what it's like living with an
10/16/201825 minutes, 44 seconds
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Motherhood

Katie and Dr. Radha are joined by ultra race runner Sophie Power as she shares some of the methods she uses to balance motherhood as well as maintaining her identity after giving birth to her second son Cormac. Sophie was photographed breastfeeding her then 3 month old son during a prestigious ultra marathon last month.
10/9/201837 minutes, 56 seconds
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The BBC Young Writers' Award

Davina Bacon from Cambridgeshire has won the coveted prize for ‘Under a Deep Blue Sky’, a raw and emotionally powerful short story about a young African poacher and the brutal murder of a mother and baby elephant. It was inspired by her early life living in Africa and her passion for the environment.
10/3/201837 minutes, 19 seconds
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Healthy Eating

Katie and Dr. Radha are joined by Irish television personality, presenter, food writer, cook, photographer and former singer Donal Skehan. He is known for his television series, cookbooks, and popular YouTube channel. Donal shares tips on how to prepare healthy meals efficiently at affordable prices, particularly for students.
9/25/201832 minutes, 8 seconds
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Race

Host of the No Country for Young Women podcast, Monty Onanuga, talks about her experiences of growing up as a woman of colour in the UK.
9/18/201848 minutes, 34 seconds
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Masculinity & Mental Health

Katie and Dr Radha are joined by TOWIE's Tommy Mallet and partner Georgia Kousoulou to talk about his recent experiences with mental health.
9/11/201839 minutes, 50 seconds
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Modern Day Relationships

Cel and Dr. Radha are joined by Love Island's Alexandra Cane as they talk about modern day relationships. Alex shares some useful tips on how to make a relationship today last
9/4/201840 minutes, 8 seconds
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New Beginnings

New beginnings occur in our lives from when we are babies right through to adulthood. For example, starting primary school, attending a new sports club, moving house, making new friends, starting a new job, going to university etc. Lots of things change and we are sometimes forced to accept new beginnings, it’s how we deal with these that is important.
8/28/201837 minutes, 18 seconds
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Sex Toys

Dr. Anand specialises in sexual function, working with health care professionals and the public. After he studied medicine he chose to become a teacher in a bid to educate young people about sex. During the podcast Dr. Anand shares embarrassing sex stories experienced during his time working in A&E and he shares some funny sex questions his students asked him when he worked as a teacher. Dr. Anand brings along a bag of sex toys that he, Katie and Dr. Radha explore during the podcast.
8/21/201846 minutes, 16 seconds
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Handling Conflict

Love Island's Eyal Booker talks all things conflict on this week's podcast. He opens up about some of the conflict he experienced during his time in the villa and shares the methods he used to handle this conflict.
8/14/201843 minutes, 41 seconds
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Money Management

Culture blogger and author Emma Gannon shares tips to help with managing money. Emma joins Katie and Dr. Radha as they open up about their own personal experiences with money, how salaries aren't discussed in the workplace and how there's a general embarrassment when talking money. In this week's podcast, we learn how to handle our money matters in ways that suit us.
8/7/201840 minutes, 41 seconds
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Self Love

Award-winning blogger, motivational speaker and author Chidera Eggerue (The Slumflower) speaks to Katie and Dr Radha about self love and realising your worth. The 23 year-old also talks about her first self-help book, 'What A Time To Be Alone', which is full of insightful Igbo proverbs from her family’s homeland of Nigeria.
7/31/201840 minutes, 43 seconds
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Body Positivity

Chessie King is a personal trainer and a blogger. She raises awareness about the importance of positive body image and has challenged trolls online on occasions. She also participated in a bikini competition and shares her experience with Katie and Radha. In the podcast Chessie shares her own personal challenges with her body and methods she has used to overcome these to get her to a place where she now feels completely happy and comfortable in her own skin.
7/24/201843 minutes, 2 seconds
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Personal Hygiene

Katie and Dr Radha discuss sweat, body odour, bad breath and tips for keeping your body clean and smelling fresh
7/17/201834 minutes, 40 seconds
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Social Media

Comedian and journalist Bella Younger (aka Delicious Stella) talks to Katie and Dr Radha about the pressures and pitfalls of using social media
7/10/201830 minutes, 59 seconds
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Suicidal Thoughts

Katie and Radha talk to reality TV star Josh Patterson about his mental health struggles
7/3/201834 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sex Robots

Katie and Dr Radha discuss sex robots with Dr Trudy Barber, a university lecturer with thirty years’ experience of studying how people engage with technology in a sexual way.
6/26/201838 minutes, 12 seconds
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M.E.

Katie and Dr Radha speak to M.E. sufferer Emma Donohoe about the symptoms, treatments and stigmas related to the illness
6/19/201825 minutes, 47 seconds
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Anxiety

Bryony Gordon shares her story of suffering with anxiety and mental health problems with Katie and Dr.Radha. Bryony is a mental health campaigner, she has run marathons to raise awareness, and she hosts a weekly podcast about mental health.
6/12/201841 minutes, 36 seconds
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Writing & Identity

Katie and Dr Radha speak to poet and author Yrsa Daley-Ward about writing, identity and her new book 'The Terrible'
6/5/201825 minutes, 34 seconds
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Alcohol

Katie and Dr Radha speak to Africa Brooke about giving up drinking & why she did it.
5/29/201846 minutes, 16 seconds
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Tattoos

Katie & Dr Radha speak to celebrity tattooist Kevin Paul about work that he's done on people like Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles.
5/22/201839 minutes, 35 seconds
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Porn

Katie and Dr Radha are joined by sex educator and journalist Alix Fox to discuss how much porn we consume.
5/15/201846 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sex Parties and Fetishes

Sex party organiser Emma Sayle joins Katie Thistleton & Dr Radha to discuss fetishes
5/8/201835 minutes, 9 seconds
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Periods

Comedian and podcaster Ella Woods joins Katie Thistleton & Dr Radha to discuss periods. If you'd like to send a comment, ask a question, or suggest topics for us to cover in future episodes, email us at: lifehacks@bbc.co.uk
5/1/201842 minutes, 27 seconds
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Veganism

Ian Theasby and Henry Firth from BOSH! talk to Katie & Dr Radha about turning vegan, food nutrition and tasty recipes
4/24/201840 minutes, 31 seconds
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London Marathon

Katie Thistleton & DJ Radha are joined by Radio 1 presenters Adele Roberts and Danny Howard to discuss their preparations for running the London Marathon. If you'd like to send a comment, ask a question, or suggest topics for us to cover in future episodes, email us at: lifehacks@bbc.co.uk
4/17/201838 minutes, 9 seconds
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Depression

Katie and Dr Radha discuss depression, how to talk about it and what it feels like to take anti-depressants.
4/10/201833 minutes, 48 seconds
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Eating Disorder

Katie & Dr Radha meet Victoria Spence from Girl Gains and 5Live's Fit & Fearless podcast to discuss eating disorders and how to overcome them.
4/3/201835 minutes, 47 seconds
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Smear Test

Katie & Dr Radha are joined by comedian Karen Hobbs to discuss surviving cervical cancer and share some funny stories about smear tests.
3/27/201835 minutes, 30 seconds
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Cheating

Katie and Dr Radha discuss cheating and why you'll almost always get out. They've also got some pretty crazy stories of cheaters that have been found out...
3/20/201828 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sex Myths

Can you get pregnant standing up? Can you catch an STI from a toilet seat? Just some sex myths that Katie and Dr Radha will go through and tell you what are true and what aren't, with a few funny stories along the way.
3/13/201823 minutes, 13 seconds
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First Times

It's Katie and Dr Radha's first podcast which gives them the perfect excuse to talk about all the first times in their lives. First period, first drunken night, first time having sex and a few more.
3/6/201828 minutes, 52 seconds
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Welcome to Radio 1's Life Hacks Podcast

Sex, relationships, mental health…nothing is off limits for Katie Thistleton and Dr Radha
2/27/20184 minutes, 34 seconds