1Xtra Chat

Richie Brave is joined in the studio by Lili Ming and Roshaante to have a conversation about the intersections between being Black and Trans. Things go from light-hearted to deep and back again as topics include safe spaces, bottom surgeries, dating, discrimination and more.

Richie Brave is joined in the studio by his close friends, sexual health experts Angelina and Alysha to talk all things sex and relationships, from porn to STIs to consent and everything in between.

How do you move forwards in life when you've lost someone you love? Richie Brave is joined by writer, researcher and co-founder of Swim Dem Crew, Nathaniel Cole and singer, youth mentor Charlene Grant to talk about grief and the aftermath of losing someone close to you.

Richie Brave is joined by Youtuber Tay Kabs, and filmmaker and activist Kayza Rose to chat about life as a teen parent. Tay and Kayza share their stories from breaking the news to parents, being iced out of motives and unsolicited advice.

Richie Brave sits downs with his father Bevan to discover his origin story. Brave Sr recalls moving to the UK from Guyana as a child, his early sports years, navigating his way through racism, marrying a mixed woman and general life as a black man in South London back in the day.

As someone who suffers with an invisible disability themselves, Richie Brave hosts a discussion around being black and disabled. In the studio with him this week: Tobi Green Adenowo, Fats Timbo and Otim the Great, discussing everything from invisibility, dating, kids asking awkward questions, to dancing in the club.

What do you do when you have a platform? Richie Brave hands it to others. As a conscious creative with previous experience in community and youth work, Richie Brave has a network of people whose voices he wants to raise. From disabled yet able, to young parents and trans people, this is the podcast where those without a voice are being passed the microphone.

How real are online connections? Meggan and Dr Reem are joined by co founder of The Good Quote Wale Kalejaiye. They chat about the impact of social media on mental heath and finding your tribe online

Lots of food for thought on today’s episode, as Meggan and Dr Reem are joined by holistic health and lifestyle coach Coupe DC to chat about his journey to a plant based diet, fasting and more

What’s the best way to love the skin you’re in? Meggan and Dr Reem are joined by author Chidera Eggerue to talk about her saggy boobs matter movement, and why it’s time to tackle society’s fat phobia.

Phrases like ‘Man up’ and ‘boys don’t cry’ are much more damaging than we realise. On this episode, Meggan and Dr Reem chat with artist Swiss and podcaster and coach Alex Manzi about why it’s important for men to express their emotions and show vulnerability

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Losing someone you love suddenly can be tough. Hussain Manawer joins Meggan and Dr Reem on this episode to talk about the loss of his mother. A raw and honest conversation about how it affected his mental health and how he managed to get through the darkest times of his grief.

Money matters can have a massive impact on our mental health. In this episode, Meggan and Dr Reem are joined by budgeting gurus Toni Tone and Bola Sol to talk about how to save, generational wealth and how to deal with debt.

A deep dive into wellbeing, mental health and mindfulness. Intimate conversations offering enlightenment, support and clarity from the voices of phenomenal people and industry experts.

Cassie Rytz, Madders Tiff and Laughta from BBC Three’s Galdem Sugar discuss female empowerment, rising up and following your ambitions no matter what obstacles stand in your way.

Madders Tiff, Pre Wavy and C Cane discuss mental health and the pressures in society that can affect young people, opening up about their own personal journeys, sharing stories and tips on managing mental health issues.

Cassie Rytz, C Cane and Laughta from Galdem Sugar discuss image in the industry.

Madders Tiff, C Cane and Laughta from BBC Three’s Galdem Sugar come together to share stories and strong opinions - this week, the hot topic of money.

Pre Wavy, Madders Tiff and Laughta from BBC Three’s Galdem Sugar chat about the importance and influence of family and background.