Aluna Francis, Rebecca Taylor and Chloe Howl share their stories of alleged sexual misconduct in the music industry. Hosted by Ben Zand and Sarah Gosling. If you enjoyed this podcast then subscribe to The Next Episode on BBC Sounds. If you've

Spinal Injury - A Life-Changing Crisis

May 26th, 2019 17m 59s

In this episode we hear the life-changing story of Rubayet, who became a paraplegic last summer. Disability campaigner Will Pike and fellow wheelchair user meets Rubayet to find out how he’s coping with a life-changing spinal injury.

Mental Health and Black Men

May 14th, 2019 51m 17s

According to NHS England, 1 in 4 adults will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. In the UK, black people are more likely than white people to be diagnosed with mental health problems and to be sectioned - in particular young, black m

My Mind & Me: Gemma

May 13th, 2019 18m 36s

In this episode we catch up with Gemma. She’s a busy nurse who’s had depression for a long time. In 2017 Newsbeat followed her life as part of BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s mental health season, My Mind and Me. She revealed how her depression would m

My Mind & Me: Bex

May 13th, 2019 19m 52s

It’s two years since Newsbeat followed the life of a young woman called Bex for BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s mental health season called My Mind and Me. When we met her, she’d been diagnosed with a complex list of mental health conditions including

My Mind & Me: Mat

May 13th, 2019 19m 7s

Two years ago Newsbeat followed the life of Mat who’d had anxiety and panic attacks since he was a teenager. It was part of BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s mental health season called My Mind and Me. Mat revealed that during his darkest times he experi

My Mind & Me: Laura

May 13th, 2019 24m

In 2017, Newsbeat followed the life of wedding photographer, Laura, who’d been diagnosed with anorexia. It was part of BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s mental health season called My Mind and Me. Laura loved travelling with her boyfriend, Liam and she w

Diabetes and Me

May 7th, 2019 16m 55s

With obesity levels at an all-time high, the threat of Diabetes is on the rise - and it's a particular concern among young people. There are an estimated 31,500 people under the age of 19 living with the condition in the UK. BBC 1Xtra presenter

Life After Sport

May 5th, 2019 17m 6s

This episode tells the stories of retired British athletes and their journey after sport. Georgina Cassar, an ex-Gymnast, Zafar Ansari, an ex-England Cricketer, and Joe Jackson, an ex-professional Footballer.

My Mind & Me – Coming Next Monday

May 3rd, 2019 2m 39s

Back in 2017 Newsbeat followed the lives of four young people – all with different conditions - as part of Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s mental health season called My Mind and Me. Now, they’re bravely catching up with us again to tell us what life is li

Hidden Homelessness

Apr 28th, 2019 8m 57s

Exploring the unseen side of the UK homelessness and reasons why young people end up with nowhere to live.With lots in the news about the problem of homelessness and rough sleepers in the streets all across the country, there are many young peo

The Night They Died

Apr 21st, 2019 10m 2s

In this episode we take a look at the devastating impact of drink and drug driving. What it’s like to find out your parents have been killed? What it’s like to have to tell someone their parents have died? What it’s like to be behind the wheel

Runaways

Apr 14th, 2019 14m 8s

In this episode Willow shares her journey of the times she spent running away from home as both a child and a teenager. She takes us back to the first time she ran away from school and the impact this had on her, her family and friends. With e

Beating Addiction

Apr 7th, 2019 18m 50s

In this podcast we’ll hear from three people about the challenges they’re facing while recovering from addiction. These are the stories you don’t often hear. How they made the difficult decision to stop using substances and the actual route the

The Ringing in My Ear

Mar 31st, 2019 10m 21s

In this episode we are talking about tinnitus, which is described as a ringing sensation in your ear without any external source that one in ten people experience.

Me & My Eco Anxiety

Mar 24th, 2019 11m 12s

In this podcast, we’re talking about eco anxiety. We often hear stories about how humans are damaging the planet and - for some people - it can become overwhelming and impact on their mental health.

Growing Up IVF

Mar 17th, 2019 22m

We hear a lot about couples who can't conceive in the traditional way but rarely from those who have grown up as the product of IVF and sperm/egg or embryo donation. So what's it like Growing Up IVF?

When should we cancel our heroes?

Mar 11th, 2019 44m 4s

In light of allegations against musicians, Reece asks when should we cancel our heroes? What is cancelling? How do we cancel someone & is it effective?

Safe LGBTQ+ Clubbing Spaces

Mar 4th, 2019 17m

Jaguar sits in for Reece speaking to those involved in the 'inclusive' clubbing scene. Have you ever felt unsafe in a club or been discriminated against because of your sexuality?

We Need To Talk About Gambling

Feb 24th, 2019 15m 17s

Michael is 25. He's a nice guy, works 9-5 Monday to Friday as a gas fitter. He plays football for his local town. He lives at home with his parents. He has a girlfriend. He drives an Astra. He's anyone's brother. He's addicted to gambling. He’s

Relationships: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Feb 17th, 2019 16m 43s

Best friends speak openly about finding and losing love. What’s it like to be single your whole life? Or to feel you’re punching above your weight? We also hear the impact of a five year relationship breaking down.

Are insects the future of food?

Feb 10th, 2019 17m 53s

In this podcast we will be finding out why eating insects could be the future. And to help Reece is joined in the studio by Neil Whippey from insect based food company ‘Eat Grub’

Living with BPD

Feb 5th, 2019 17m 35s

In this podcast we follow the new friendship of two young women who both have Borderline Personality Disorder but see it very differently. BPD affects 2% of the population, and 75% of those are women. Although 1 in 4 people suffer from mental

Why Are We So Lonely?

Jan 27th, 2019 7m 50s

Tolly T sits in for Reece. On this episode she asks ‘Are We Lonelier Than Ever?’ We’re going to hear from two young people on today’s podcast. These stories show how much loneliness can affect anyone, whatever situation they are in, and what e

Let's Talk About Death

Jan 21st, 2019 12m 36s

In this episode we’re going to be learning about Death Cafés, places where strangers can meet to drink tea, eat cake and talk about death. There have been over 7000 Death Cafés held across the world and their aim is to encourage people to speak