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1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks: Bradford City of Culture
Recorded in Bradford, celebrating it being the City of Culture. Richie's uncovering the strong cultural tapestry that makes the place so unique. Through candid conversations with locals, Richie explores the stories, histories and influences shaping the diverse communities. Joining him are journalist Grace McIntosh, photographer Victor Wedderburn, rapper Kenzo Jae, author and teacher Lola Okolosie and DJ Jae Depz - each offering their own perspective on life in Bradford.From music and media to the city’s evolving identity, 1Xtra Talks celebrates the voices and experiences that define the area.Please note, this programme includes la...
2025-06-10
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
What is parental abandonment?
We start by discussing the difficult reality of intentional abandonment with 1Xtra's Fee Mak. We also hear from fitness influencer Ashley Cain, with the launch of his new BBC Three series, Into The Danger Zone. We then get into embracing heritage on stage with actress Cherrelle Skeete, who is leading in The National Theatre's play, Alterations.
2025-03-30
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
The best of 1Xtra Talks 2024
It's been an amazing year on 1Xtra Talks! Richie Brave shares some of his favourite highlights, memorable conversations and topics.
2025-01-05
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Shortcuts to perfection
Would you go under the knife to achieve the body you want? Or take a weight loss pill that comes with huge risks? Richie Brave and his guests, Justin Mob and Harmony from The Cosmetic Lane, Teacher from Birmingham Petra, rapper IVD and 1Xtra family Nadia Jae discuss cosmetic procedures and body confidence. Plus, hear stories from those who have taken different routes to achieve their body goals. @1Xtra on social
2024-09-22
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Celebrating dancehall!
As part of 1Xtra's celebration of dancehall, Richie Brave is joined by singer, songwriter and rapper Alicai Harley, dancehall artist and performer Doktor and award winning DJ and presenter DJ Mexy to talk about their favourite dancehall tracks and memories. Also sharing their thoughts will be 1Xtra family Seani B, and BBC TV and radio presenter Shanequa Paris.We'll also be hearing from Jamaican broadcaster, news presenter, writer and producer Dadrian Gordon for the latest on Vybz Kartel.
2024-04-28
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Celebrating the creative scene in Liverpool
As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Liverpool, Richie Brave is joined by rapper Koj, Jerome Griffin aka The Scouse Ghetto Gourmet, and Africa Oye's Nikki Blaze to talk about the creative scene.
2024-04-07
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Building Black business in Manchester
As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Manchester, Richie Brave is joined by Javeno McLean, Bianca Danielle from Melanin Markets and Adex to discuss building Black business and the thriving creative scene.
2024-04-03
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: The creative future of Birmingham
As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Birmingham, Richie Brave is joined by Despa Robinson, DJ Day Day and Miss La Familia to discuss how to make it in the creative industries and what the future might hold for future talent in the city.
2024-03-24
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Celebrating food, culture and giving London cuisine its flowers!
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests discuss food, its cultural importance and why the food in London deserves its flowers. What food do we love and why? Do we need to examine why we're so attached to certain things? @1Xtra on social
2024-03-20
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Celebrating African identity
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests get into the different ways people celebrate their African identity and discuss when it became cool to the fully embrace African roots. @1Xtra on social
2024-03-10
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Celebrating the history of UK R&B
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests get into the rich history of UK R&B, giving flowers to the artists that laid the foundations as well as those following in their footsteps. @1Xtra on social
2024-02-25
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Do we need any more biopics?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, following the recent release of the Bob Marley: One Love movie, Richie Brave and guests talk about the importance and relevance of biopics. @1Xtra on social
2024-02-18
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Valentine's Day - is it overrated?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests will be getting into whether Valentine's Day is overrated. Does it even mean that much to couples anymore? Is it all performative for social media? @1xtra on social
2024-02-11
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Mary Mandefield sits in: Awards shows - Do we still care?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, and in the midst of awards season, Mary Mandefield and guests explore whether awards are still as relevant to artists as they use to be. Do they still carry the same benefits as they did a few years ago? @1Xtra on social
2024-02-07
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Mary Mandefield talks cosmetic surgery - would you do it?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Mary Mandefield explores cosmetic surgery. Is there too much pressure to change ourselves? @1Xtra on social
2024-01-09
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Is Stan culture getting out of hand?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave explores what Stan culture means and whether things have gone too far. Joining the conversation will be music and culture journalist Nicolas Tyrell Scott, news and entertainment writer Aaliyah Harry and reformed Stan Tosin Gbaja. @1Xtra on social
2023-12-03
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Should Black women stop going on reality TV?
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave will be joined by former reality TV contestants and journalist Habiba Katsha, to talk about the backlash Black women can face when appearing on reality TV. @1Xtra on social
2023-11-27
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Black trans identity
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave speaks to Black trans people about their lived experiences in the UK. @1Xtra on social
2023-11-21
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Sex'press Yourself - Part Two
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave is exploring sex, kink and how we express ourselves sexually as a Black community. @1Xtra on social
2023-11-21
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Gossip
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave will be exploring why we love gossip so much, as well as its wider impact.Richie Brave and guests - the home of deep conversations and real talk @1Xtra on social
2023-11-05
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Celebrating Black people who are making history now
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave will be celebrating 1Xtra's Future Figures Javeno Mclean and Nasra Ayub. He will also be joined by George the Poet.
2023-10-29
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Blood and organ donation in the Black community
On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave discusses organ and blood donation in the Black community. @1Xtra on social
2023-10-22
1h 00
If You Don't Know
The BBC’s Clive Myrie and the founders of GUAP
It’s our first episode back after our summer break, so we’re kicking off with some BBC News royalty. Following the release of his brand new memoir, presenter Clive Myrie joins De-Graft for a chat and some exciting revelations…And it was around this time last year that our social media feeds were flooded with some of our favourite creatives donning flamboyant garms at the GUAP Gala. But what actually is the event? Who started it and why? And most importantly, how can you get invited? The founders of GUAP, Ibrahim Kamara and Jide Adetunji are in the...
2023-09-14
38 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
The cultural impact of dancehall
How has dancehall impacted your life?This week, 1Xtra Talks discusses how an island of 2.8 million people has sent cultural waves consistently across the world for the last 60 years.Join Richie Brave and guests as he explores how Jamaica's biggest export, dancehall, has impacted everything from fashion to music to language and looks towards the future of the cultural phenomenon.Join the discussion, your voice is valued; it's the biggest group chat of the week.88111 on Text @1Xtra on social 0370 412 1111 on WhatsApp
2023-02-26
1h 00
The Radio Academy Podcast
BBC Radio 1Xtra at 20
BBC Radio 1Xtra has been celebrating its 20th birthday throughout this year. It launched on 16 August 2002, and has become a vital part of Black British culture and the music scene in the UK. This week Christian talks to drive host Reece Parkinson about what the station has achieved in those 20 years. Reece discusses his personal journey in radio, why he was so keen to be part of 1Xtra, and why he thinks it is such an important radio station. He also shares his advice for people who want to break in to presenting. Each week the...
2022-10-12
17 min
If You Don't Know
The story of house music’s black roots
With Beyoncé and Drake’s new house tracks dominating the dance charts, we check out the origins of the genre and how it started in the black LGBTQ community. Lynnée Denise, a DJ and dance music expert, tells De-Graft about the history of house, and BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra presenter DJ Jeremiah Asiamah explains why it’s not just “oontz” music.We also talk to Katouche and Hannah, who are both disabled, about their experience at Wireless Festival – they say access was “terrible”.And following the racist abuse of Lewis Hamilton, we hear from Corey Alleyne, a...
2022-07-08
34 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Cosmetic surgery and levelling up
Content creator Adeola Patronne, vlogger Mariam Musa from the Pressed podcast, and plastic surgeon and council member for the British Association of Aesthetic Surgeons, Nora Nugent join Richie. They discuss the new season of the Pressed podcast, cosmetic surgery and levelling up both mentally and physically. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-05-23
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Black writers amplified
Writer and presenter Kayo Chingonyi, Sheffield Poet Laureate Warda Yassin and alt hip-hop artist and poet Otis Mensah join Richie to discuss the legacy and evolution of the Black British poetry scene over the last 20 years. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect Black communities across the UK.
2022-05-15
1h 00
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Managing our minds
Clinical psychologist Dr Samantha Rennalls and mental health blogger Soraya Stuart join Richie to discuss adult loneliness, therapy and how they manage and protect their own mental health for Mental Health Awareness Week. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect Black communities in the UK.
2022-05-08
46 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Mary Mandefield sits in - Ramadan and Eid
Dr Muhammed Wajid, assistant secretary general of the Muslim Council of Britain, rapper Shakeel Romero, and content creator Zainab Hassan join Mary Mandefield to discuss fasting and faith as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan comes to an end with the festival of Eid. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks 1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-05-01
56 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Mary Mandefield sits in - Stephen Lawrence
TikTok creator and former teacher Kayne Kawasaki, Baroness Doreen Lawrence and Stephen Lawrence bursary recipient Muhammed Ndow help Mary Mandefield mark Stephen Lawrence Day. With the help of her guests, Mary will be hosting a series of conversations to learn about the important work of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, and what Stephen's legacy means to our community. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Mary Mandefield is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect Black communities across the UK.
2022-04-24
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Childless at 30
ONS statistician Amanda Sharfman, DIY expert Jessica Grizzle, presenter Kirsty Marke and behavioural and data scientist Pragya Agarwal join Richie to discuss having children later on in life. New ONS stats show half of 30-year-old women in England and Wales have not had a baby; it's the highest proportion since records began more than one hundred years ago.Richie uses this stat as a launchpad into a wider conversation about why more people are having children later on in life, exploring possible reasons why and sharing lived experiences of trying and having children later on...
2022-04-17
49 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Autism stories
Triathlete Sam Holness, author Pamela Aculey, Grace Rhoden from Ambitious about Autism, autistic Hollyoaks actor Tylan Grant, and autism awareness advocate and SEN teacher Taneisha Pascoe-Matthews join Richie. They share stories about life with autism, find out about support and resources available, plus challenge some misconceptions about autism. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black communities across the UK.
2022-04-10
57 min
If You Don't Know
The Grammys reggae backlash
There’s been a bit of a ruckus after the Grammy for Best Reggae Album went to SOJA, a nearly all-white band. They won over five Jamaican artists. We hear from DJ, BBC 1Xtra presenter and Grammy award-winning producer Seani B, for his take on the backlash… and he has plenty to say about it! We also catch up with Mary, a Nigerian medical student, who was left stranded in Ukraine when Russia invaded. And that’s not all. With 2022 set to be a big year for women’s rugby, we also chat with Shaunagh Brown, a...
2022-04-07
36 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
We Move Fund: Youth social action
BBC Children in Need youth advisors Alvin Owusu and Mercy Shibemba, Rihanna and Serena from Getaway Girls charity in Leeds, plus social entrepreneur, CEO and founder of Ubele, Yvonne Field join Richie to discuss youth social action and funding available that helps enable Black children and young people to reach their full potential. @1xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-04-03
57 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Child Q
Former teacher and TikTok activist Kayne Kawasaki, retired Metropolitan Police detective sergeant Janet Hills MBE and school governor Carina White from Black Mums Upfront join Richie to discuss the Child Q case in detail. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-03-27
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Climate conscious
Audio-artist, producer and DJ Weyland McKenzie-Witter, clean air campaigner Rosamund Kissi-Debrah and Scottish film maker Donald Matheson join Richie to discuss why when it comes to climate activism there is a disconnect within Black communities within the UK. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect Black communities within the UK.
2022-03-20
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
We Are Black and British
Link Up TV presenter Lin Mei joins Richie to talk identity, politics and diversity of thought. Richie finds out from Lin Mei what it was like to be on BBC show We Are Black and British. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black communities across the UK.
2022-03-13
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
A tribute to Jamal Edwards
Aaron Roach Bridgeman, broadcast journalist and presenter, King Cipher Jewels from UK hip-hop group Moorish Delta 7 and CEO of the Legacy Centre of Excellence, rapper and producer Blizzard from Manchester - who featured on SBTV - and Shamara Hurst - who attended Acton High School alongside Jamal - join Richie to celebrate the life and legacy of Jamal Edwards MBE. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-02-27
57 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
The Tinder Swindler
Cybersecurity expert Paul Maskall, case study Laura (not real name) sharing her experience of being a victim of romance fraud and Mark Montaldo from CEL solicitors join Richie to discuss The Tinder Swindler. @1Xtra on social #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-02-20
57 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Valentine's Is Coming
Radio Merseyside presenter Ngunan Adamu and director, photographer and DJ Donnie Sunshine join Richie and special co-host Audrey from The Receipts podcast to talk all things Valentine's Day. @1Xtra on social #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-02-13
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Debt Stories
Co-Founder of Millennial Money UK Shaq Magee, Grime MC Manga Saint Hilare and founder of All Things Money podcast Ola Majekodunmi join Richie to discuss debt. According to a Citizen Advice report 1 in 10 buy now pay later shoppers are being chased by debt collectors, with this in mind Richie and guests, reflect, share and exchange tips on dealing with debt. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-01-30
56 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Money Management: Savings & Investment
Author and influencer, Candice Brathwaite, financial coach Bola Sol and private banker Franklin Asante aka the Urban Financier join Richie to discuss savings and investments. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-01-23
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Would you rather buy or rent?
Researcher at Think-Tank Resolution Foundation Krishan Shah, Business development director with multiple properties Emmanuel Sackey, social and private housing expert Melissa Shervington, and first time buyer Lacey Carlyle join Richie to discuss home ownership. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-01-16
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Joelah Noble sits in for Richie
Radio 1's Melvin Odoom and several former 1Xtra presenters join Joelah Noble to discuss being part of 1Xtra from the very beginning as 1Xtra celebrates its 20th year of being a Black music station. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks. 1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-01-03
54 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
2021 Wrap Up
Richie recaps highlights from 1Xtra Talks in 2021 including clips from interviews with sex and relationships expert Oloni and content creator Toni Tone, plus a tribute to the author, cultural critic, activist and feminist Bell Hooks from head of editorial at Black Ballad, Jendella Benson. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-12-19
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Barbados crops out Britain
Activist Alex Downes, broadcaster Aaron Roach Bridgeman and Barbados's ambassador to the Caribbean community David Comissiong join Richie to discuss Barbados becoming a republic following the removal of the Queen as head of state. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-12-12
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Joelah Noble sits in for Richie - The Missing Thread
Academic Andrew Ibi, menswear designer Priya Ahluwalia, founder of Untapped Creatives Funmi Scott, and Fresh Ego Kid founder & ex-professional footballer Marvin Morgan join Joelah to discuss how black British culture influences fashion.@1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-12-05
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Criminal Justice System
Samuel Adewunmi, lead actor in BBC drama 'You Don't Know Me', Dr Adam Elliot-Cooper, author of 'Black Resistance to British Policing', criminal barrister Christian Weaver, and Metropolitan Police officer PC Joy Kyei join Richie to discuss the experiences of black communities with the Police and the wider criminal justice system. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-11-22
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Concert Safety
Music and culture journalist Nicolas Tyrell-Scott, chair of the UK Crowd Management Association Eric Stuart, and founder of music platform 'IAMNEXT' Seshie join Richie to discuss safety at concerts. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-11-14
55 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Love and relationships with Toni Tone
Content creator and author Toni Tone joins Richie as co-host to discuss love and relationships. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-11-07
55 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks Future Figures Special
Keisha the Sket author Jade LB, CEO and keynote speaker, Dr Anne Marie Imafidon, founder of Cocoa, the UK's first black children's magazines Serlina Boyd, HIV awareness campaigner Mercy Shibemba, activist Eric Ehigie, plus UK black history month founder Akyaaba Addai-Sebo join Richie to discuss black history month and the work of those creating black British history now. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-10-31
1h 48
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Black British Sport & Culture
Black-British sporting legend Sir Mo Farah CBE plus Alice Dearing, the first black female swimmer to represent Great Britain at an Olympic Games join Richie to discuss black-British sport and culture. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-10-24
58 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Black British Film & TV
Actor Robie Gee, The Angel, musical score curator for Kidulthood', director and producer of UK film 'Babymother', Julian Henriques plus Parminder Vir OBE and TV writer Temi Wilkey, join Richie to discuss black British film and TV. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-10-17
58 min
Songs To Live By
Remi Burgz and Angie Le Mar
Songs To Live By is a podcast celebrating different generations of Black culture through a shared love of music. Host Vick Hope is joined by two guests, who grew up at different times, to share the songs that shaped their lives. In this episode Vick is joined by radio host Remi Burgz and comedian Angie Le Mar to talk about loud black women, finding your own path, close dancing, and how to make the right entrance into heaven, all sound tracked to music from Aswad, Althea and Donna, Burna Boy and McFadden and Whitehead. Remi Burgz is the host of...
2021-10-15
31 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
African and Caribbean food
TV chef Rustie Lee, food writer Riaz Phillips, baker and presenter Liam Charles, plus Masterchef contestant William Chilila join Richie to discuss African and Caribbean food. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-10-10
59 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Young, Gifted & Blocked
British human rights lawyer Jacqueline McKenzie, outreach officer at We Belong Charity, plus lived experiences shared by 'Natasha' and Mark Ogbeide join Richie to discuss why hundreds of thousands of young people are being blocked access to higher education because of their immigration status. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2021-09-27
1h 02
Songs To Live By
Seani B and David Hinds
Songs To Live By is a podcast celebrating different generations of Black culture through the shared love of music. Host Vick Hope is joined by two guests, who grew up at different times, to share the songs that shaped their lives. In this episode, Vick is joined by DJ Seani B and singer David Hinds to talk about bootlegging, Jamaican patois and Marcus Garvey, all soundtracked by John Holt, Desmond, Dekker, Burning Spear and Case. Seani B is a DJ, Remixer and Producer and host of BBC 1Xtra's reggae and dancehall show. David Hinds is the lead singer and guitarist...
2021-09-24
32 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Normalising talking about sex
Oloni, Sex & Relationship Expert and Body Positivity Blogger, Megan Jayne Crabbe join Richie to discuss normalising conversations about sex within black communities. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks@00:34:07 Oloni argues some men just don't like women beyond having sex with them@00:34:20 Oloni discussing the 'orgasm gap' and claims lesbian women have better sex than some heterosexual women@00:34:56 Oloni on men that don't do oral sex on their female partners @00:41:15 Megan on changing the narrative around orgasms@00:47:41 Yolanda on the idea that mums are desexualised from sections of society1...
2021-09-21
56 min
If You Don't Know
Good Vibes Through A Bad Year ft. Yasmin Evans
2020 wasn’t easy, but we’re still here. Today marks the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, a death that sparked some of the biggest anti-racism protests around the world. We understand that there will be loads of people who will spend a lot of today talking about what has changed since May 2020, but for a lot of us, these conversations can be quite heavy. So instead of reliving the trauma, we want to celebrate the things that helped us through this madness of a year. This is a safe space for us to take...
2021-05-25
37 min
Walk The Walk
BBC Radio 1Xtra x Docta Cosmic: Speak up for yourself
BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ, Docta Cosmic joins me to talk about everything from music tours, to meeting Drake and supporting hip hop legends like Krept and Konan. Best known for waking us up with 1Xtra's breakfast show and playing us late night classics in the week, Cosmic takes me through his unbelievable career journey as a self taught DJ.
2021-03-08
29 min
Front Row
BBC Sound of 2021 Winner Pa Salieu, Finnish TV drama, Natasha Farrant
Pa Salieu, the Gambian-British artist from Coventry, has been named as the winner of the BBC Sound of 2021. His single Frontline was the most played track on BBC Radio 1Xtra in 2020. In 2019 he was shot in the head, but recovered to release his debut mixtape Send Them To Coventry at the end of 2020 and now picks up one of the biggest accolades in new music.On the fifth anniversary of Walter Presents, the global streaming service dedicated to showcasing award winning foreign language drama, the platform is launching its first ever dramas from Finland, All The Sins...
2021-01-07
28 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra Talks Special - George Floyd and Black Lives Matter
Maurice (Seani B), Ashley (DJ Ace) and guests host a two-hour 1Xtra Talks special where we’ll hear the views and opinions of our listeners on George Floyd's tragic death, the recent events in the US and the broader topic of racial injustice and the Black community.The two share their frank and honest experiences as black men in the UK, their concerns when raising young black sons during this time and how this most recent US death has given communities and industries a big wake up call.Maurice & Ashley was joined by Nadine White (Hu...
2020-06-03
1h 49
BBC Radio Mix Series by Vik Toreus
BBC Radio 1Xtra Midday Mix - Mar 2020
#MiddayMix for Nick Bright on BBC Radio 1Xtra. Complete shut down on 1Xtra! Hip-hop, RnB, UK Rap, Grime, Garage, Bass and Afrobeats.
2020-03-07
17 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
How To Become A Successful Artist
On Monday, 1Xtra will be announcing its hot for 2020 list. It’s our pick of artists that we think are going to spend a lot of time in your headphones over the next year. But how do you get to this point? How does the music industry actually work? How do you go from rapping in your bedroom to selling out shows? Today we’re going to find out how you become a successful artist.Reece is joined by a panel of music industry experts whose job it is to make artists household names. Patrick Lubega, from 2k ma...
2020-01-13
57 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
1Xtra x Panorama: Exploring Pick Up Artists
*** Update: Adnan Ahmed's conviction was quashed on appeal after three judges ruled the verdict was a miscarriage of justice ***In October 2019, BBC One’s Panorama investigated the multimillion-pound industry that sells men pick-up techniques to get women from the street and into bed as quickly as possible. The men who teach these techniques - who call themselves Pick Up Artists - have raised a lot of controversy.1Xtra Talks explores what we can learn and take away from Panorama’s documentary.Myles Bonnar is a BBC reporter and journalist who features in t...
2019-10-24
29 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
What Does It Mean To Be Black?
Throughout October, 1Xtra Talks is exploring black identity.And to kick off Blacktober, we look at what it means to be black. Can it ever really be defined?How damaging are phrases like "you act white" or "you talk black"?Can your music taste, the food you eat, or your dialect have an impact on "how black" you are?Chi Chi Amuzu-Monlaw is a Birmingham University student, who is conscious of how she is received in different spaces and often results to conforming.Rakeem Omar is a journalist and...
2019-10-14
32 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave
Porn
Warning: This episode contains references to sexual abuse.Porn is one of the most controversial aspects of the 21st century and the internet.Around 53% of teenagers have seen explicit material online - and nearly all of them by the age of 14.BBC Three suggests that almost a quarter of people aged 18 - 25 who watch porn think they might be addicted.The NSPCC has raised concerns that porn is 'desensitising' young people.What impact is porn having on the way we see sex, relationships and gender? 1Xtra Talks explores.
2019-09-30
46 min
1Xtra Chat
Galdem Sugar is coming to 1Xtra Chat!
From the BBC Three series, Galdem Sugar the podcast follows the lives of five fierce women who are up and coming in the Grime scene, each week they’ll be coming together to share their experiences, support one another and speak up and be heard.
2019-05-25
01 min
1Xtra Chat
Cut the Chat on 1Xtra - M is for 'mother'
The Cut the Chat guys - Ace, Damon, Femi and Lee - bring their barbershop banter to 1Xtra Chat. Ace considers a 'man weave', Femi doesn't really rate famous people and Lee would streak at a football game... for a price!
2019-03-15
41 min
K2RAH's Sounds & Selections
K2RAH • BBC Radio 1Xtra Midday Mix (guest mix)
I did a short and sweet guest mix for Nick Bright's BBC Radio 1Xtra show. I went with a bunch of my favourite RnB & hip hop mashups and remixes from a bunch of producers I really rate. enjoy and hit me up on socials with what tracks you're feeling
2019-01-15
17 min
1Xtra Chat
The Receipts on 1Xtra - Making History
As it’s the new year we thought we’d start as we mean to go on so Radio 1/1xtra’s new rap show host Tiffany Calver joins Tolly, Milena and Audrey to discuss the big things in life…Chicken Wings, British food and Strippers. Tiffany shares her experiences being a woman in a male dominated hip hop world, Audrey reps for the saveloys and can you guess what Milena’s world record would be?
2019-01-07
58 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 6
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are here with their sixth episode on 1Xtra! The boys talk about their journey so far, Tazer not being able to handle getting roasted by the mandem and TV shows with misleading titles. Plus, some very potent advice with this week’s dilemma. Are you ready for your final dose of 3 Shots? For now...
2018-11-12
52 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 5
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are here with their fifth episode on 1Xtra! Joined by Kenny Allstar, the boys talk about cuffing season: is it time to get boo’ed up? Men’s swag is also up for debate. Plus, someone gets violated in this week’s listener dilemma, can the mandem help or does our dear friend have to hold that L for the rest of his life? Are you ready for your 3 Shots?
2018-11-05
57 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 4
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are here with their fourth episode on 1Xtra! Joined by Rapman, the boys talk about platonic friendships; do they exist? Are they allowed in your relationship? The conversation gets a bit heated. A listener gets some help on their dilemma, as per usual. Plus, find out who acts the most ignorant out of the boys on a day to day.
2018-10-29
55 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 3
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are back with a bang with their third episode on 1Xtra! Joined by DJ Ace, the boys talk about being bait vs being popular, back in the day Channel U videos and of course they have to tackle a burning listener dilemma – as well as unpack all the questionable advice being sent in. Plus, Ace sticks on it on the mandem – will they all tell the truth?
2018-10-22
53 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 2
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are back with their second episode here on 1Xtra. Joined by DJ Target, the boys talk about beg friends, not being “that guy” towards your girl and of course they have to tackle a burning listener dilemma – as well as unpack all the questionable advice being sent in. Are you ready for your 3 Shots?
2018-10-15
56 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 1
Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black are finally here with their highly anticipated first episode on 1Xtra! Joined by the prolific music video director Daps, the boys talk about love vs lust, why some elders don’t wear underwear and of course they have to tackle a burning listener dilemma – as well as unpack all the questionable advice being sent in. Are you ready for your 3 Shots?
2018-10-08
52 min
1Xtra Chat
3 Shots On 1Xtra - Coming Next Monday
Available from next Monday- 3 Shots on 1Xtra is a fun and light hearted podcast about any and everything under the sun. From sex and relationships, to religion and current affairs, nothing is off limits! Hosted by Marvin Abbey, Mr Exposed and Tazer Black - the 3 men who tell it as it is will be joined on 1Xtra by a bunch of special guests. Plus, they’ll be going in on your questions and dilemmas.
2018-10-01
04 min
1Xtra Chat
The Receipts On 1Xtra Episode 8
It’s the final The Receipts on 1Xtra of the season, Summer is over, no more bank holidays and winter is coming so the full team is in the house. Tolly, Audrey and Milena are joined by the behind-the-scenes duo of Renay Richardson and Keturah Cummings. If you wanna know how to start a podcast, be a freelance creative and or the L’s we’ve all taken, we’ve got you covered. Tell us your stories using #TheReceiptsOn1Xtra
2018-09-24
1h 00
1Xtra Chat
The Receipts On 1Xtra Episode 3
Tolly, Audrey and Milena are joined in the studio by 1Xtra presenter Sian Anderson. The women discuss their Stars in Their Eyes goals, why Tolly could never have a male PT and discover Sian is living the high end underwear life.
2018-08-20
57 min
1Xtra Chat
Welcome to XtraChat from Radio 1Xtra
1Xtra joins forces with your favourite podcasters for some special collaborations - 1 hour of real talk with no filter weekly on Fridays.Dotty previews our first series.
2018-08-03
00 min
Feedback
1Xtra music row, the Proms launch, the Infinite Monkey Cage at 100
Roger Bolton talks to Brian Cox as The Infinite Monkey Cage reaches its century, discusses the Proms with director David Pickard and airs controversy over the music played on 1Xtra.The documentary Spitting Blades aired on BBC Radio 4, but the complaints in the Feedback inbox were about BBC Radio 1Xtra. During the programme, presenter Simeon Moore, also known as the rapper Zimbo, considered whether some rap music could be helping to glamorise gang violence and raised questions about music played on the BBC's urban station, Radio 1 Xtra. Some Feedback listeners were frustrated by BBC executives from the...
2018-07-13
27 min
The BBC Academy Podcast
Working in radio production: A day in the life of 1Xtra
Behind the voice of the DJ, radio production is a team effort. This week we find out about what goes on behind the scenes at BBC Radio 1Xtra in a panel discussion from the 1Xtra Live event in Leeds. 1Xtra breakfast DJ Yasmin Evans spoke to her 1Xtra colleagues: team assistant Harrison Stock, assistant content producer Keturah Cummings, producer Alex Lawless and head of programmes Rhys Hughes. They each talk about their individual routes to 1Xtra and their day-to-day responsibilities. And they give advice for anyone trying to get into radio.According to Rhys, there's never been...
2016-02-12
24 min
J Fresh Official Podcast
J-Fresh BadBoy Classics #ClubSloth BBC Radio 1Xtra
Touching down at the 1Xtra studios in London, this is J-Fresh on Club Sloth, BBC Radio 1Xtra.
2015-11-27
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 27/04/14
My 15th and final Xtra Talent show on BBC Radio 1xtra for April 2014 taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu to showcase some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in April from 1am-2am [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 27/04/14 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2014-04-28
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 20/04/14
My 14th Xtra Talent show on BBC Radio 1xtra taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu to showcase some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in April from 1am-2am (GMT) This Show was broadcasted [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 20/04/14 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2014-04-21
59 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 13/04/14
Another massive Xtra Talent show on BBC Radio 1xtra taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu to showcase some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in April from 1am-2am (GMT) with 4 exclusive 1st [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 13/04/14 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2014-04-14
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 06/04/14
Invited back for another month of Xtra Talent on BBC Radio 1xtra taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu to showcase some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in April from 1am-2am (GMT) as [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 06/04/14 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2014-04-07
00 min
The BBC Academy Podcast
1Xtra - how to make it in radio
We go behind the scenes of the BBC's urban youth station as presenter Mistajam chairs a panel with 1Xtra breakfast presenter Twin B, Radio 1 and 1Xtra controller Ben Cooper and assistant producer Elise Cobain. They talk about the production roles at the station, from team assistant to producer, what it takes to be a presenter and routes into the industry.The panel also talk about the difference between the producer and presenter role. Elise, Twin B and Ben talk about the passion and creativity you need to work in radio, what can give you the edge for working in...
2014-01-22
25 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 01/09/13
Invited back for an extra week on BBC Radio 1xtra taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu to showcase some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland which I’d been doing every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in August from 1am-2am [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 01/09/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-09-02
1h 00
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 25/08/13
Week number four taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu on BBC 1xtra showcasing some of the best up and coming Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in August from 1am-2am (GMT) Some massive tunes on this weeks show! This [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 25/08/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-08-26
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 18/08/13
Week number three taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu on BBC 1xtra showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in August from 1am-2am (GMT) A mix of all things old and very exclusive to the network just showing how good [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 18/08/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-08-19
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 11/08/13
Taking over the airwaves again on BBC 1xtra showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in August from 1am-2am (GMT) in the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! More great music from the African House scene This Show was broadcasted on Sunday [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 11/08/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-08-12
1h 00
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 04/08/13
Back again for another special month on BBC 1xtra of shows showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday Night/Monday Morning in August from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! Another Hour of the biggest African House records This Show [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 04/08/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-08-05
00 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 07/04/13
The special month on BBC 1xtra of shows showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday in March from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! Another Hour of the biggest South African House records, got a one week extension! This [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 07/04/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-04-08
1h 00
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 24/03/13 w/ Culoe De Song
The special month on BBC 1xtra of shows showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday in March from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! Another Hour of the biggest South African House records, this week was also a live [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 24/03/13 w/ Culoe De Song first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-03-24
1h 00
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 17/03/13 w/ Black Coffee
Continuing the special month on BBC 1xtra for a run of shows showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday in March from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! 1 Hour of the biggest South African House jams, this was [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 17/03/13 w/ Black Coffee first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-03-17
59 min
The Sef Sessions
BBC Radio 1xtra 10/03/13 w/ Jullian Gomes
A special month for me as I was invited to BBC 1xtra for a run of shows showcasing Deep & Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday in March from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! 1 Hour of big tunes! This [...] The post BBC Radio 1xtra 10/03/13 w/ Jullian Gomes first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-03-10
1h 00
The Sef Sessions
Enhanced – BBC Radio 1xtra 03/03/13
The special month on BBC 1xtra of shows showcasing Deep and Soulful House from the Motherland every Sunday in March from 1am-2am (GMT) taking over the final hour of the DNA show with DJ Edu! This Show is week 1 broadcasted on Sunday 3rd March, big tunes in the mix.. [...] The post Enhanced – BBC Radio 1xtra 03/03/13 first appeared on Sef Kombo.
2013-03-04
1h 00