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1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveLife after a scandalRichie Brave sits down with 1Xtra Future Figure Fiona Compton aka Know your Caribbean. As we continue to discuss the aftershocks of Hurricane Melissa and how it's impacted the Caribbean beyond Jamaica.He also discusses what life looks like for Jussie Smollett post starring in Empire and overturning a criminal conviction. Jussie talks forgiveness, love and turning over a new leaf.Lastly, he sits down with CEO of Race on the Agenda, Matthew Johnson about the new Renters Bill, what it means for tenants and the importance of campaigning for the Black people and other...
2025-11-1659 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveDo you really know where you're from?Richie Brave sits down with 1Xtra Future Figure Leanne Pero. Leanne Pero is an award-winning social entrepreneur, breast cancer survivor, and founder of Black Women Rising and The Leanne Pero Foundation. She talks her journey to advocacy and removing stigmas about cancer within the Black British community. Richie is also joined by Adrian Stone, founder of the genealogy service 'Own History', which specialises in tracing the Caribbean heritage of UK-based individuals. Together, they explore the importance of discovering more about your family tree and lineage. Produced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.
2025-11-0959 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveHurricane Melissa, 1Xtra Future Figures and Dreaming whilst BlackRichie Brave discusses the aftermath of the category 5 Hurricane which hit Jamaica this week, Hurricane Melissa and what people in the diaspora and beyond can do to support the Jamaican community. Joining him for this conversation is writer and cultural commentator, Marianne Sunshine and consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist based in Kingston, Jamaica, Dr Leo Walker.It's also been 5 years of 1Xtra Future Figures. Richie announces the 20 people who are honourees for 2025 and catches up with 2025 Future Figure Javeno Mclean on how the last few years have been and talk his recent Pride of Britain award....
2025-11-0359 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack Powerlist, Fashion Sustainability & the Music IndustryRichie sits down with this year's winner of the Black Powerlist ranking and also talks fashion sustainability and the music industry. Richie is joined by: Bank of England’s Chief Financial Officer Afua Kyei, named most influential Black Person in Britain on the Powerlist 2026. Afua speaks about her journey, going from achieving 6 A-Levels to leading financial governance of the £1 trillion balance sheet and everything in between.Giovanna Vieira Co, the founder of The Fashion Blueprint, a London-based consultancy dedicated to dismantling waste-colonialism in fashion and empowering independent, sustainable brands globally. Giovanna shares the wor...
2025-10-2759 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveThe preservation of British-Caribbean music and The Black British Book FestivalRichie discusses the world of publishing amid the Black British Book Festival.Produced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.
2025-10-2359 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BravePoetry, creativity and loving your Afro-HairFollowing on from last week's debate about spoken word; poet, storyteller and creative, Suli Breaks is on the show.Podcast host and author, Paige Lewin will be discussing her debut book How to Love Your Afro.Our second Living Legend for Black History Month is actress, comedian and writer Llewella Gideon.Produced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.
2025-10-1259 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveChristianity & The GospelGospel Heritage Month is the celebration of the history, cultural significance and enduring legacy of gospel music. Richie discusses the upcoming Premier Gospel awards and Gospel Music in general with Station Director for Premier Gospel, Muyiwa Olarewaju OBE. He is also joined by Christian leader, speaker and advocate for social justice, Shermara Fletcher-Hoyte. She discusses the different denominations of Christianity, what it really means to be a born-again Christian, the Bible and more. Lastly, Richie also sits down with Senior leader of The Tab Church in Lewisham, south east London, Pastor Mike White, they discuss...
2025-09-1459 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks: Bradford City of CultureRecorded 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...
2025-06-1059 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWhat 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.
2025-03-3059 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveThe best of 1Xtra Talks 2024It's been an amazing year on 1Xtra Talks! Richie Brave shares some of his favourite highlights, memorable conversations and topics.
2025-01-051h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveShortcuts to perfectionWould 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
2024-09-221h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCelebrating 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.
2024-04-281h 001Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Celebrating the creative scene in LiverpoolAs 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.
2024-04-0759 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Building Black business in ManchesterAs 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.
2024-04-031h 001Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: The creative future of BirminghamAs 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.
2024-03-241h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCelebrating 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
2024-03-201h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCelebrating African identityOn 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
2024-03-101h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCelebrating the history of UK R&BOn 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
2024-02-251h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveDo 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
2024-02-181h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveValentine'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
2024-02-111h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary 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
2024-02-071h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary 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
2024-01-091h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveIs 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
2023-12-031h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveShould 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
2023-11-2759 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack trans identityOn this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave speaks to Black trans people about their lived experiences in the UK. @1Xtra on social
2023-11-211h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveSex'press Yourself - Part TwoOn this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave is exploring sex, kink and how we express ourselves sexually as a Black community. @1Xtra on social
2023-11-2159 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveGossipOn 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
2023-11-051h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCelebrating Black people who are making history nowOn 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.
2023-10-291h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlood and organ donation in the Black communityOn this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave discusses organ and blood donation in the Black community. @1Xtra on social
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If You Don't KnowThe BBC’s Clive Myrie and the founders of GUAPIt’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...
2023-09-1438 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveThe cultural impact of dancehallHow 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
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The Radio Academy PodcastBBC Radio 1Xtra at 20BBC 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...
2022-10-1217 minIf You Don't KnowThe story of house music’s black rootsWith 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...
2022-07-0834 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCosmetic surgery and levelling upContent 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.
2022-05-2358 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack writers amplifiedWriter 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.
2022-05-151h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveManaging our mindsClinical 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.
2022-05-0846 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in - Ramadan and EidDr 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.
2022-05-0156 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in - Stephen LawrenceTikTok 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.
2022-04-2459 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveChildless at 30ONS 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...
2022-04-1749 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveAutism storiesTriathlete 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.
2022-04-1057 minIf You Don't KnowThe Grammys reggae backlashThere’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...
2022-04-0736 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWe Move Fund: Youth social actionBBC 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.
2022-04-0357 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveChild QFormer 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.
2022-03-2758 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveClimate consciousAudio-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.
2022-03-2059 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWe Are Black and BritishLink 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.
2022-03-1358 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveA tribute to Jamal EdwardsAaron 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.
2022-02-2757 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveThe Tinder SwindlerCybersecurity 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.
2022-02-2057 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveValentine's Is ComingRadio 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.
2022-02-1359 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveDebt StoriesCo-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.
2022-01-3056 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMoney Management: Savings & InvestmentAuthor 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.
2022-01-2358 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWould 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.
2022-01-1659 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveJoelah Noble sits in for RichieRadio 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.
2022-01-0354 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave2021 Wrap UpRichie 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.
2021-12-1959 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBarbados crops out BritainActivist 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.
2021-12-1258 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveJoelah Noble sits in for Richie - The Missing ThreadAcademic 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.
2021-12-0558 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveCriminal Justice SystemSamuel 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.
2021-11-2258 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveConcert SafetyMusic 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.
2021-11-1455 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveLove and relationships with Toni ToneContent 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.
2021-11-0755 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks Future Figures SpecialKeisha 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.
2021-10-311h 481Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack British Sport & CultureBlack-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.
2021-10-2458 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack British Film & TVActor 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.
2021-10-1758 min
Songs To Live ByRemi Burgz and Angie Le MarSongs 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...
2021-10-1531 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveAfrican and Caribbean foodTV 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.
2021-10-1059 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveYoung, Gifted & BlockedBritish 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.
2021-09-271h 02Songs To Live BySeani B and David HindsSongs 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...
2021-09-2432 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveNormalising talking about sexOloni, 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...
2021-09-2156 minIf You Don't KnowGood Vibes Through A Bad Year ft. Yasmin Evans2020 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...
2021-05-2537 min
Walk The WalkBBC Radio 1Xtra x Docta Cosmic: Speak up for yourselfBBC 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.
2021-03-0829 min
Too Rude For Radio“Run me my reparations”Dotty and Robby discuss race and the Black Lives Matter movement in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death. They are joined by long time friend and fellow 1Xtra resident, DJ Ace, to share their personal stories on institutional racism in the U.K. and microaggressions in the workplace following the global outbreak of Black Lives Matter protests.
2020-06-0959 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks Special - George Floyd and Black Lives MatterMaurice (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...
2020-06-031h 49
BBC Radio Mix Series by Vik ToreusBBC 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.
2020-03-0717 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra Talks visits The Sex ClinicReece Parkinson and guests talk STIs, confidence and sexual health myths.Gay and bisexual men have seen the most significant decline in new infections of HIV, with rates falling by 71%. But we don't see the same effect in straight communities. There are over 100,000 people living with HIV in the UK and 41% of straight people diagnosed were black African men and women.Phil Samba, Derek Owusu and Dr Michael Brady join Reece to discuss the stigmas in the black community and the benefits of Prep.Sarah Mulindwa, a nurse and TV Presenter known for...
2020-02-0350 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveHow To Become A Successful ArtistOn 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...
2020-01-1357 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWomen In MusicThe nominees for the 2020 Grammy's have been released. And for the first time, women have dominated the 'big four' categories - Best New Artist, Song Of The Year, Record Of The Year and Album Of The Year.Is the music industry becoming a more equal playing field for both men and women? According to the UK Music Taskforce, women make up just 30% of senior executive positions in the music industry. Why is this the case?Nadia Khan is the CEO of CTRL Management and has been working in the music industry for 18 years. Nadia is...
2019-11-2553 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave1Xtra 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...
2019-10-2429 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveBlack HealthThroughout October, 1Xtra Talks is exploring black identity.There are a number of health issues, conditions and experiences which are affecting the black community more than any other demographic.Reece Parkinson and a range of guests discuss why this is and the impact it’s having.The UK Confidential Enquiry into Maternal Deaths has found that black women are five times more likely to die in childbirth than white women.Black babies are 50% more likely to die in the first 28 days of birth than a baby from any other race....
2019-10-2044 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWhat 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...
2019-10-1432 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BravePornWarning: 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.
2019-09-3046 min
1Xtra ChatGaldem 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.
2019-05-2501 min
1Xtra ChatCut 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!
2019-03-1541 min
K2RAH's Sounds & SelectionsK2RAH • 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
2019-01-1517 min1Xtra ChatThe Receipts on 1Xtra - Making HistoryAs 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?
2019-01-0758 min1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 6Marvin 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...
2018-11-1252 min1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 5Marvin 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?
2018-11-0557 min1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 4Marvin 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.
2018-10-2955 min1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 3Marvin 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?
2018-10-2253 min
1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 2Marvin 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?
2018-10-1556 min1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Episode 1Marvin 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?
2018-10-0852 min
1Xtra Chat3 Shots On 1Xtra - Coming Next MondayAvailable 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.
2018-10-0104 min1Xtra ChatThe Receipts On 1Xtra Episode 8It’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
2018-09-241h 00
1Xtra ChatThe Receipts On 1Xtra Episode 3Tolly, 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.
2018-08-2057 min1Xtra ChatWelcome to XtraChat from Radio 1Xtra1Xtra 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.
2018-08-0300 min
Feedback1Xtra music row, the Proms launch, the Infinite Monkey Cage at 100Roger 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...
2018-07-1327 min
Radio 1 and 1Xtra StoriesWelcome to Radio 1 & 1Xtra StoriesWelcome to the new Radio 1 and 1Xtra Stories podcast. Reece Parkinson gets in-depth each week with documentaries made to challenge your thinking.
2017-11-1402 min
The BBC Academy PodcastWorking in radio production: A day in the life of 1XtraBehind 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...
2016-02-1224 min
J Fresh Official PodcastJ-Fresh BadBoy Classics #ClubSloth BBC Radio 1XtraTouching down at the 1Xtra studios in London, this is J-Fresh on Club Sloth, BBC Radio 1Xtra.
2015-11-2700 minThe BBC Academy PodcastRadio 1 and 1Xtra internsWhat does it take to become an intern at Radio 1 and work with Scott Mills and Gemma Cairney? Jaguar, Hamza and Ore', graduates from the Radio 1 and 1Xtra Take It On scheme, take us behind the scenes.
2014-09-1114 min
Student Radio AssociationAdele Roberts (@AdeleRoberts - BBC Radio 1Xtra) InterviewJonny Freeman chats to BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Adele Roberts about how to make entertaining radio, her biggest influences, tips for the future and her attempts at the local accent.
2014-04-0801 minThe BBC Academy Podcast1Xtra - how to make it in radioWe 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...
2014-01-2225 min
DJ Slick PodcastsBBC Radio 1Xtra - DJ Slick Guest MixExclusive Guest Mix done by DJ Slick for BBC Radio 1Xtra CJ Beatz RnB Mix Show!
Have A Listen...Follow On Twitter: @DJSlickUK
2012-03-0523 min