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Over The Top Under The RadarDrinking from skulls plus Blair, Farage and TrumpOn this week's episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Carys and Gary discuss local elections, Tony Blair, the executive order that Trump didn't pass and drinking from skulls.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over The Top Under The Radar is made by the production team of Bernard A...2025-05-0244 min
Over The Top Under The RadarA Black pope, trans rights, pepper spray and Brits abroadOn this week's episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Gary and Carys discuss the UK Supreme Court verdict on trans women, media coverage of the Pope's death, the use of pepper spray in young offenders' institutions, and the miraculous survival and rise of Steve Hilton in America.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_u...2025-04-2535 min
Over The Top Under The RadarBirmingham’s Rubbish, Chat GPT and Spaced Out Katy PerryOn this week's episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Carys is joined by guest co-host Nadine White. They discuss the Birmingham Bin Crisis, Chat GPT, an educational scandal that you may not have heard of, and space travel.Follow Nadine White on Instagram and TikTokRead about the box office success of 'Barrel Children: The Families Windrush Left Behind' here and watch the trailer for it hereSupport us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.E...2025-04-1835 min
Over The Top Under The RadarCan you handle the truth?In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Gary and Carys discuss free trade, Prince Harry, private equity regulation, and the Windrush scandal.This episode of Over The Top Under The Radar is supported by Letterbox Library.Letterbox Library is a not-for-profit bookseller. They specialise in inclusive children’s books and curate themed book packs for early years and schools. All their books are selected by an expert review team. You can get 20% off any books at letterboxlibrary.com with the code OVERUNDER20 — and if you're working in policy or education, check out t...2025-04-1142 min
Over The Top Under The RadarMusk, Le Pen and Starmer's Labour: Is Justice really blind?In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss Elon Musk, Marine Le Pen, the British judiciary, and how we're failing our kids with special educational needs and disabilitiesSupport us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over The Top Under The Radar is made by th...2025-04-0441 min
Over The Top Under The RadarLabour Punches Down… again!In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the Labour’s austerity, Kemi’s lies, MAGA emojis and Palestinian rights.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over The Top Under The Radar is made by the production team of Andrew Spence, Bernard Achampong, Emma...2025-03-2843 min
Over The Top Under The RadarThe Rest Is White People - Labour, Democrats, Cubans and Potholes.In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the left opposition in both America and Britain, Cuban doctors in the Caribbean, and potholes.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over The Top Under The Radar is made by the production team of Andrew S...2025-03-2138 min
Over The Top Under The RadarFriends and BenefitsIn this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the government's slashing of disability benefits, the drama at Reform UK, the persecution of a Palestinian student in America, and Thames Water's finances (with some chat about poo).Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over T...2025-03-1436 min
Over The Top Under The RadarWar or Peace: Ukraine, Gaza and Trump.In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Gary and Carys discuss settler violence on the West Bank, Trump's address to the joint houses of Congress, MPs' financial interests and peace- whether it's in the Middle East or the Ukraine, what kind of peace are we talking about? And who does it favour?This episode is sponsored by Jacaranda Books. Jacaranda Books is an award-winning, diverse-owned independent publisher and bookseller who, since 2012, has held the torch for diversity in publishing for writers in the UK, Africa and the diaspora. They describe themselves as a p...2025-03-0740 min
Over The Top Under The RadarWho pays the price of free speech, Musk's eggs, aid cuts and Black women's safety?In this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the price of eggs in America and what it has to do with the Trump administration, William Hague becoming Chancellor of Oxford University, Keir Starmer's decision to increase the defence budget at the expense of aid, and the allegations against Tim Westwood.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at w...2025-02-2837 min
Over The Top Under The RadarTrump, Starmer and Vance: A toxic relationship?On this week's episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Gary is joined by guest co-host Ayeisha Thomas-Smith. They discuss discuss JD Vance's spicy speech at the Munich conference, the German anti-fascist fightback, why left-wing activists are apparently not playing nice, and Britain's special relationship with the US. Are they really that into us?You can also find Ayeisha on the New Economics Foundation podcast.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.c...2025-02-2139 min
Over The Top Under The RadarWhy is Labour failing to create jobs, protect children and manage Trump?On this week's episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Gary is joined by guest co-host Faiza Shaheen. They discuss the impact of Trump's flurry of executive orders on our perception of politics, Morgan McSweeney, the mental health crisis among young people, new job data, and, of course, K-Dramas.Thanks to Young Minds, Mind and Scottish Action for Mental Health for their research support on this episode.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at i...2025-02-1438 min
Over The Top Under The RadarIn Conversation with Rachel ShabiIn this episode, Carys sits down with Rachel Shabi to discuss antisemitism, Jewish experiences and her new book Off-White: The Truth About Antisemitism.Rachel Shabi is a journalist and broadcaster whose work has appeared in the Guardian, the New York Times, Independent, The Times and the New York Review of Books, among other papers and journals. Her previous book, Not the Enemy: Israel’s Jews from Arab Lands, received a US National Jewish Book award.Buy Rachel's new book Off-White: The Truth About Antisemitism HERESupport us on PATREON - get bonus...2025-02-0744 min
Over The Top Under The RadarHave you heard the one about the Muslim and the knife attack?On this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the cost of economic growth, Roman Abramovich's tax dodging and luxury yacht scam, the case of Abdullah, a Muslim involved in a knife attack that isn’t being talked about, and whether we should be worried that Gen Z wants a dictatorship.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.com2025-01-3135 min
Over The Top Under The RadarAre you going to believe me or your own eyes?On this week's episode of Over The Top, Under The Radar, Gary and Carys discuss pardoning Marcus Garvey, Joe Biden's parting warning about the oligarchy and tech industrial complex, Labour punching down by taking people's driving licences, and that Elon Musk nazi salute.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Over T...2025-01-2434 min
Over The Top Under The RadarGaza, Farage, Trump, South African Miners and the DEI surrenderIs peace REALLY coming to the Middle East? Meta, Amazon and a many other companies are rolling back on their DEI programs. Should we even care? Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has got some favourable poll numbers, but how much do they matter? Why has the South African government deliberately starved and dehydrated people in mines?In this episode of Over The Top Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the appalling treatment of South African gold miners, the complexities surrounding a peace deal in Gaza, the media's coverage of Reform UK, the myth of workplace...2025-01-1734 min
Over The Top Under The RadarThe new battle lines - Musk, Meta, Macron and the war on truthIt's a new year but we're still dealing with the same old gits. In this episode of Over The Top Under The Radar, Gary and Carys discuss French colonialism, Elon Musk's exhausting social media presence, the impact of misinformation on politics and racialised narratives around grooming scandals. Plus!- Carys appropriates her own culture and the introduction of Beanie Bob.Support us on PATREON - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at w...2025-01-1036 min
Over The Top Under The RadarIn Conversation with Bell Ribeiro-AddyGary and Carys are joined by Bell Ribeiro-Addy, the Labour MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill, to discuss the need for reconciliation within the Labour Party, the importance of representation in politics and why Diane Abbott gets a better office.Bell Ribeiro-Addy was born and raised in Brixton Hill. She has been an MP continually since 12 December 2019 and is the Labour MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill. Prior to the boundary changes that took effect at the last election, she served much of the same area as the MP for Streatham.Our partner f...2024-12-2043 min
Over The Top Under The RadarFarage's threat to Labour, Luigi Mangione and Racist "Science"In this episode of Over The Top Under The Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the potential rise of Reform UK, Elsevier's decision to review its publication of "race science" papers, why America shouldn't just wait it out for two years and how media coverage can depoliticise political stories. Plus!- Why did Gary get a telling off after the live show?Support us on PATREON - to get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community, plus many other extra features.Email us at info@overunderpod.com2024-12-1335 min
Journeys with Grace6 - Something's gotta changeCHAPTER 6 - SOMETHING'S GOTTA CHANGEWho can say they’ve been in a girl band, made jingles for radio, been in a garage band, witnessed shootings, worked with Simon Cowell & had the opportunity to play semi pro football. You guessed it! So Buckle in whilst Grace takes us through 12yrs of hard grafting & re-working, to figure out: where she really wants to be.If you like what you hear, why not show me some love...you can subscribe, share, leave a review or rating. It helps to put this amazing real life story, on...2024-08-1440 min
Into The PodverseThe Authenticity Era: Podcasting Beyond the Pursuit of ProfitPodcasts have become the new frontier for storytellers, creators, and innovators. In the latest episode of "Into the Podverse," host Tony Doe invites us on an auditory journey that promises to unveil the secrets of this burgeoning medium.Tony kicks off the episode with a discussion on the collaboration between Spotify and Substack, which is set to change the game for podcast accessibility. This partnership allows Substack creators to share their content on Spotify's platform, making shows like "Rich Text," "Split Zone Duo," and "Culture Study" available to a wider audience. It's an empowering move for creators...2024-04-1907 min
Influence Global Podcast - shining a spotlight on influencer marketingHow To Make Great Podcast Ft. Bernard AchampongBernard creates content, initiatives and products that help organisations and people meet their diversity goals, grow their businesses, find and develop new talent and improve their processes. He has spent over 30 years in the culture and media sector, working for some of the world's foremost media organisations, including the BBC and Premier Media Group, earning himself six Sony Radio Academy Awards and a prestigious Rose d'Or nomination. He is the founder of leading digital content brand Unedited - working with companies as diverse as Audible, Ford, Spotify and Havas London. Bernard is an astute and reliable mentor providing guidance...2023-09-1526 min
Fresh EarsInside the Industry, Live at the Podcast Show 2023Fresh Air were delighted to spend two days at The Podcast Show, an annual highlight of the podcasting community, along with 6,000 attendees in The Design Centre in Angel, London. Assistant Producer Clara Kavanagh chatted with a whole host of delegates and exhibitors to talk all about the booming business of podcasting. Take a listen to hear the perspectives from: David Terris (Head of Radio at Sky News), Anouszka Tate (Producer of Happy Place with Fearne Cotton), Rebecca Newson (Publicist at Carver PR), Bernard P Achampong (Founder of Unedited and Vice-Chair of AudioUK), Andrew Goldsmith (Managing Di...2023-06-0931 min
AudioDiasporaS3: E9 - Being Your Own Boss Month: Bernard Achampong - How Do You Balance Being Creative With Running A Business?In this episode, Christabel talks to Bernard Achampong, founder and co-director of UNEDITED, an audio and visual production company whose partners include Spotify, Audible UK, Amazon Music, Acast, BBC Radio 1Xtra, and ITN Productions.Bernard sits down with Christabel to discuss how he and his business partner, Andrew Spence (a future guest) went from wondering how they could change media narratives of Black Britons, following the death of Mark Duggan in 2011, to creating award-winning content that has caught the attention of Britain's media establishment. And yes, we're talking about awards, people! Bernard also shares production tips for...2023-04-1447 min
The Media Club with Matt DeeganBBC's Lineker dilemma, Spotify makeover & Unedited's pilot seasonHost Matt Deegan is joined by Karin Robinson (Edelman), Bernard Achampong (Founder We Are Unedited), Pat Younge (Former BBC Chief Creative Officer, Unedited Exec) and Maxine Watson (MD, Black Ruby Pictures, Unedited Creative Exec) to tackle the week's media headlines.The Lineker-BBC impartiality debate causes a stir, but is it just a storm in a teacup?International Women's Day produces a new study on gender representation in the media - is a more nuanced wave of media analysis emerging?Plus, Spotify has a new look! But will the redesign capture...2023-03-1040 min
The Songwriters PodcastDan DareDan Dare: platinum selling, number 1 hit making songwriter, artist and producer. How did the main ‘dum dum dum’ hook of MNEK and Joel Corry’s Head and Heart come about? Louise Golbey asks Dan about his songwriting journey and what it is like being behind one of the biggest selling singles of 2020.Discover Dan’s music here.Dan Dare has worked with some of the industry’s top artists and songwriters in the pop, grime and dance world including Charli XCX, Becky Hill, Giggs, Wiley, Marina & The Diamonds, Gavin James and Newton Faulkner...2020-11-2038 min
Black Magic PodcastWhat's your #MeToo Story?What’s your #MeToo story? Annika is joined by actor and writer Sophia Leonie and comedian Thanyia Moore.Sophia and Thanyia talk about how common and complex harassment is for women.Sabrina Washington, former lead singer of Mis-teeq, also appears on this episode talking about how they got together and what keeps her inspired. @annikaallen@Mssophia_leonie@ThanyiaMoore @sabzwashington@weareuneditedProducer: Cass DentonMastering: Bernard P AchampongMusic: Silvastone and Louise Golbey Our GD...2017-12-0742 min
Black Magic PodcastToo old for babies... at 30?Too old to have babies at 30? Annika is joined by founder of Girls Talk London, Vanessa Sanyauke, and journalist and presenter Genelle Aldred.Vanessa and Genelle talk about why it can be hard to maintain a relationship for career driven women, the reality of breaking glass ceilings, and being bored of the word 'diversity’.Former Apprentice finalist Bianca Miller-Cole also appears on this episode talking about what success means to her, and what it felt like to be a black women on one of the biggest shows on TV @annikaallen2017-11-241h 00
Black Magic PodcastChild's view of domestic violence*Trigger Warning* Contains discussions about sexual abuse and domestic violence On this episode, Annika is joined by Natasha Benjamin, founder of Free Your Mind charity, and Kerrin Daniels, who is a counsellor and coach.Natasha and Kerrin share how they have managed to overcome the trauma of their early years, and how they now use their past experiences to help others. You will also hear from the incredibly talented actress Angela Griffin on how she started her career, and the book that changed her outlook on life for...2017-11-0950 min
RadioToday ProgrammeRadio Today Programme November 6th 2013Trevor Dann is at The Gillards, the BBC Local Awards with judges Francis Currie, Bernard Achampong and Julian Worricker, winners Gerald Jackson and Tony Snell and Alison Dawes, and Mike Read.2013-11-0620 min
Earshot with Steve MartinEarshot Creative Review, April 2012Sony Radio Academy Awards nominees edition
Bernard Achampong of BBC Radio 1 Xtra, Neil Cowling of Fresh Air Production and Chris Howell from Eagle Radio.
This month we meet three radio producers whose recent promotional and imaging work has been recognised by this year’s Sony Radio Academy Awards judges. As our guest producers wait to discover whether their nominations will be converted into coveted awards we hear their nominated audio and the stories behind its development.
Bernard Achampong is station sound producer at BBC Radio 1 Xtra and his station is nominated in the Bes...2012-04-2446 min
earshotcreativeEarshot Creative Review, April 2012Bernard Achampong of BBC Radio 1 Xtra, Neil Cowling of Fresh Air Production and Chris Howell from Eagle Radio.
This month we meet three radio producers whose recent promotional and imaging work has been recognised by this year's Sony Radio Academy Awards judges. As our guest producers wait to discover whether their nominations will be converted into coveted awards we hear their nominated audio and the stories behind its development.
Bernard Achampong is station sound producer at BBC Radio 1 Xtra and his station is nominated in the Best Station Imaging category. Neil Cowling runs Fresh Air Production which has produced two...2012-04-2446 minEarshot podcastEarshot Creative Review, April 2012Bernard Achampong of BBC Radio 1 Xtra, Neil Cowling of Fresh Air Production and Chris Howell from Eagle Radio.
This month we meet three radio producers whose recent promotional and imaging work has been recognised by this year's Sony Radio Academy Awards judges. As our guest producers wait to discover whether their nominations will be converted into coveted awards we hear their nominated audio and the stories behind its development.
Bernard Achampong is station sound producer at BBC Radio 1 Xtra and his station is nominated in the Best Station Imaging category. Neil Cowling runs Fresh Air Production which has produced two...2012-04-2446 min