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Public Health On Call923 - A Critical Moment in the Fight Against HIVAbout this episode: The United States stands at a pivotal juncture in eliminating HIV. Despite recent advancements, including the development of an effective new form of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), an uncertain future marked by cuts to Medicaid and research hurdles threatens to undo the country’s progress. In this episode: Jeremiah Johnson, Executive Director of PrEP4All, sheds light on the urgent need for equitable access to PrEP and what’s at stake if we fail to scale up initiatives to test, prevent, and treat HIV. Guest: Jeremiah Johnson is the Executive Director of PrEP4All—an organi...2025-07-2417 min
Showtime with Andrew G | Theatre Podcast AustraliaTheatre, Technique and Taking Risks: A Conversation with Josh DireenFrom reluctant choir kid in Tasmania to leading man in Melbourne, Josh Direen’s journey to the stage is anything but typical. In this episode of Showtime, Josh opens up about playing Roger in Rent, the role that’s pushed him emotionally, vocally and artistically. He shares how his classical training shaped his performance style, why he nearly walked away from theatre altogether, and what ultimately pulled him back in — community. Josh reflects on the strength of Melbourne’s independent theatre scene, where support, inclusivity and genuine connection keep the spark alive for artists. He also dives into the emotiona...2025-06-1024 min
In Bed with Jay and JoshSeason Finale: First Impressions, Coming Out & Coming CleanFor our final episode of Season 1, we’re stripping it all back -emotionally and otherwise. "In Bed With Jay and Josh" started as a wild idea… and turned into something far more intimate than we ever imagined.We’re opening up about our first impressions of each other, the things we didn’t see coming, and the deeper truths behind our coming out journeys. We get raw about sexual health, STIs and HIV - because we believe being sexy starts with being informed.Jay opens up about his time in the Army, and what that experience did to him as a man...2025-06-0341 min
Uncomfortable Conversations with Josh SzepsPREVIEW: Andrew SullivanAndrew Sullivan is one of the most influential political writers of his generation. He became the face of the gay marriage fight, after writing the first major American article arguing for it in 1989. His 1995 book, Virtually Normal, became a bible of the marriage equality movement. Andrew had moved to America to get his PhD in politics from Harvard in the '80s, after studying at Oxford. As a gay, British, Catholic conservative in America, he dominated debates - on television as well as in writing - on everything from AIDS to Iraq to...2025-05-2936 min
ReversABLE178: Bioweapons, Bacteria, and the Birth of Microbial Forensics: How Microbes Can Solve Murders and Catch TerroristsMicrobial forensics is a science that lets us trace killers and terrorists by the microscopic footprints they leave behind. From the landmark 1994 HIV murder case where viral genetics first convicted a doctor, to the chilling Amerithrax investigation after 9/11. You'll learn how microbes are rewriting crime solving while we explore true cases, cutting-edge research on skin microbiomes and microbial death clocks, and what the future holds when invisible evidence becomes undeniable. TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: What skin microbiomes reveal about who touched what and when How microbes can be used to map t...2025-05-2013 min
HIV HourHIV Hour 17th April 2025
On the show
David and Josh chat to the amazing Jo Josh about her HIV Journey and the upcoming BHIVA conference in Brighton.
https://bhiva.org/event/bhiva-spring-conference-2025/
Find out more about Jo's HIV projects here
https://ukcab.net/our-team/jo-josh/
World, UK and local HIV news 2025-04-2548 min
The Thing About Witch HuntsGenetics, Not Magic: Protecting Persons with Albinism in Uganda with Peter OgikIn this powerful episode, Josh and Sarah welcome Peter Ogik, Executive Director of Source of the Nile Union of Persons with Albinism in Uganda, who shares his personal story and advocacy work.About our guest: Peter Ogik was born and raised on an island in Lake Victoria, Uganda. As the first person with albinism in his community of about 600 people, Peter faced discrimination from birth but was fortunate to have supportive parents who advocated for him, especially in school settings where he initially struggled due to bullying and visual impairments associated with albinism....2025-04-2354 min
Biotech HangoutEpisode 135 - March 21, 2025On this week’s episode, Sam Fazeli, Eric Schmidt, and Brian Skorney are joined by Roivant’s Matthew Gline to discuss data, deals and the latest policy updates. The episode kicks off with concerns over potential U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) funding cuts for domestic HIV programs, with the group analyzing the impact on companies like Gilead and GSK, whose HIV prevention drugs have driven significant investor enthusiasm. They then discuss the uncertainty surrounding the new administration’s commitment to public health initiates, considering Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment as HHS Secretary and his past cont...2025-03-3159 min
Life on Side BS6E9 | Nhat on Living with HIV (w/ Josh & Christian)Our friend, Nhat, joins Josh and Christian to talk about his experience living with HIV. This is a topic which listeners wrote in asking to hear more on and we are honored to share Nhat and his story. Christian, as well, gives information from his work in HIV. 2025-02-0341 min
HIV HourHIV Hour 19th September 2024Philip, Josh and David are in the studio with a collection of global, national and local news and opinion all about HIV. Magic Johnson opens up about living with HIV. Musician Holly Johnson talks about how he was cancelled by the music industry when he declared he was living with HIV. He has just opened an exhibition in Liverpool. www.GLAAD.org releases their 5th annual statement concerning HIV Stigma in the USA. Bristol council considers cutting HIV services. BBC Children in Need award a grant to Slough charity Thames Valley Positive Support to continue their vital work with young...2024-09-2642 min
The Josh Button PodcastEpisode 57: Jacob Diaz Undercover VirologistIn this episode, Jacob Diaz, the undercover virologist, discusses his journey into the world of natural healing and debunks the mainstream narrative surrounding germs and diseases. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the body's natural healing processes and the role of germs in supporting the body. Jacob also highlights the significance of diet, emotional health, and lifestyle factors in maintaining overall well-being. He specifically addresses the misconceptions and misdiagnosis surrounding Lyme disease and HIV/AIDS. In this conversation, Jacob Diaz U.V discusses the origins and misconceptions surrounding various diseases, including AIDS, Spanish flu, and smallpox. He explains that...2024-09-071h 18The Josh Button PodcastEpisode 55: Author Ryan Aleckszander Notusbooks.orgAuthor Ryan Aleckszander discusses his background and journey to becoming an advocate and coach for natural health solutions. He emphasizes the limitations of mainstream medicine and the overclassification of diseases. The conversation delves into the history of the AIDS epidemic and the role of drug abuse in its spread. The fraudulent testing and toxic treatments for AIDS are also discussed. The conversation then shifts to the COVID-19 pandemic and the questionable testing practices surrounding it. The influence of pharmaceutical companies and the need for a shift towards natural health solutions are highlighted. In this part of the conversation, Ryan...2024-07-252h 38
Oncology for the Inquisitive Mind87. On the Road with Dr. Eric WinerToday, we interview Dr. Eric Winer, our second guest in our mini-series "On the Road". Dr Winer is no ordinary Oncologist; he is a prolific clinician and researcher, despite being born with haemophilia and living with the consequences of early treatment for this, including HIV. In this episode, OFTIM explores his formative years, challenges and triumphs as he provides unique insights as both a patient and a clinician. This episode was recorded live in front of a captive audience in Sydney, Australia.Eric is a decorated oncologist who graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and...2024-02-0332 min
HIV HourHIV Hour 7th December 2023Josh and David discuss their experiences of World AIDS Day 2023. Josh tells us news about PreP, and David talks about HIV Charities that have been created in memory of people. Together, Josh and David explain the many fantastic services that Lunch Positive offer to people living with HIV across both East and West Sussex. 2023-12-1344 minBiotech HangoutEpisode 67On this week’s episode of Biotech Hangout, guest Matthew Gline (CEO of Roivant) joins hosts Brad Loncar, Tim Opler and Brian Skorney to discuss Biogen’s heavy news week, including their acquisition of Reata for $6.5 billion, their decision to cut 1,000 jobs by 2025 and their quiet stance regarding their upcoming PDUFA date to treat PPD and MDD in partnership with Sage. The hosts also cover other layoff and leadership changes, including the resignation of FibroGen’s CEO and layoffs from Infinity and Mersana. The group also touches on the $2.8 billion hypertension deal between Roche and Alnylam and the impact this d...2023-08-011h 00
Addiction2Recovery20. Eddie Krumpotich- National Harm Reduction Coalition- New Paraphernalia, Residue, Syringe and Drug Testing Law Effective 8.1.23August 1, 2023 is a pivotal date for Harm Reduction in Minnesota. Drug Paraphernalia, and the residue, will no longer be arrestable offenses. Pharmacists are also no longer limited in the number of clean needles and syringes they are able to dispense, thus allowing for people who inject drugs to do so safely and minimizing the spread of diseases, namely HIV and Hep C. Additionally, all forms of drug testing will be allowable now and into the future, allowing for individuals with substance use disorders to know what exactly is in their supply. All of these changes are aimed at lowering...2023-08-0151 min
Chatter#309 - Dr Anthony G. Jay - Estrogenics Are Poisoning Humanity!Dr Anthony G. Jay is the President and CEO of AJ Consulting Company. Dr. Jay earned a B.A. with a double major in Biology and Theology from Ave Maria University in Naples, Florida, where he researched HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) inhibitors. After college, he continued to work with virus (lentivirus) in the context of Alzheimer's disease for the U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs. Next, Dr. Jay earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Boston University School of Medicine, researching fats, hormones, and cholesterol. Dr. Jay has also worked for 3 years as a scientific researcher at Mayo Clinic in Ro...2023-01-181h 01
HELLENIC RADIORenos Nicos Spanoudes chats to Josh Lindberg (Director) and Daniel Geddes (Actor) about the Olivier Award nominated play ‘Cruise' for six shows only at Theatre Linden in Johannesburg from Tuesday 6thRenos Nicos Spanoudes chats to Josh Lindberg (Director) and Daniel Geddes (Actor) about the Olivier Award nominated play ‘Cruise' for six shows only at Theatre Linden in Johannesburg from Tuesday 6th – Sunday 11th December 2022.
Presented by HIV@40 and starring Daniel Geddes, Cruise is “an emotional roller-coaster without ever once losing its hold on your attention” – Evening Standard. Cruise is the true story of what should have been Michael Spencer’s last night on earth. When diagnosed with HIV in 1984 , Michael is told he will have four years left to live. So, with the clock ticking, he and his partner...2022-12-0616 min
HIV HourHIV Hour 17th November 2022
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On the show
David and Josh chat to Mindy Clark and Jonathan Roberts from the HIV Lawson Unit in Brighton about the new amazing HIV Injectables
https://brightonsexualhealth.com/venue/lawson-unit/
Tony talks to the fantastic Cheddar Gorgeous, an dedicated advocate for people living with HIV from Ru Pauls Drag Race UK
https://ght.org.uk/
Community News2022-11-191h 02
HIV HourHIV HOUR 3rd November 2022
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Sue, Stephen, David and Josh talk about Terrence Higgins Trust policy on changing the barriers faced by the BME community in the UK due to stigma
https://www.tht.org.uk/news/breaking-barriers-working-women-african-and-caribbean-heritage-break-hiv-stigma
Stephen talks about gay Muslim men living with HIV in Senegal facing discrimination and persecution.
Josh reports on Putin allegedly recruiting people living with HIV and Hep C to fight in the Ukraine war.
Cheddar Gorgeous from Ru Pauls UK Drag Race talking about HIV and the impact of AIDS in the 80s/90s.
Local Community news2022-11-0541 minHIV HourHIV Hour 20th October 2022
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Stephen chats to Parminder about her work with NAZ, an HIV and Sexual Health Charity in London and 'Joyful noise ' a choir dedicated for people living with HIV.
https://www.naz.org.uk/hiv
https://www.madtrust.org.uk/project/naz/
David and Josh talk to Jay Colburn from the US about his book release 'A Normal Person Doing Normal Things'
https://jaycolburn.com/
Community and World News
2022-10-2449 min
HIV MattersSeries 2 Episode 4 – Empowering Women Living With HIV with Jo JoshEpisode 4 – Empowering Women Living With HIV The focus of the podcast is to explore how we empower women living with HIV In the consultation room and beyond. Jo shares with us some of the challenges women experience when accessing care and what we can do in our roles to help that. The importance of sharing of knowledge is addressed and finding ways to support people to access the care they need. DisclaimerDuring the episode, Juno Roche is referred to as she/her. However, Juno goes by the pronouns they/them. We would like...2022-10-1948 minHIV HourHIV HOUR 6th )October 2022
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Sue talks about Oliver Sim's new album, formerly a member of The xx, which focuses on his experiences living with HIV from a young age.
https://oliver-sim.com/
Sue, Stephen, David and Josh talk about HIV and Aging. They discuss Studies and Projects which help understand and support people who live with and affected by HIV.
Interesting links on Aging with HIV below
http://justri.org/coming-of-age
https://hivworkingtogether.co.uk/
Community News
https://lunchpositive.org/what-we-do/over-50s-supper-group/
2022-10-0743 min
Life on Side BS4E20 | Gabriel on Living with HIV (w/ Henry and Grant)As we draw close to the end of our season, Henry and Grant talk with our friend Gabriel about resilience and living with HIV. They discuss "poster child" culture in churches, what it is like to live with HIV today and much more.2022-09-281h 04
The Non-ProphetsThe Non-Prophets 21.39 09-25-2022 with Nate Smith, Cindy Plaza, Josh Entner, and Cynthia McDonaldThe Non-Prophets, Episode 21.39 airing Sunday, September 25, 2022 featuring Cynthia, Cindy Plaza, Josh and Nate Smith.This week we for you Nate Smith reprising his conducting skills. He is joined with Cindy Plaza, Josh Entner, and Cynthia McDonald. With lots of blood,sweat, and tears, let’s into the articles.First up, Yee haw down to the Lone Star state where I am sure everything is progressing just fine, right? Hmm, a judge is blocking preventive HIV medication? On religious grounds? But, why? This one is deeply rooted for many of our hosts due to professional and personal re...2022-09-251h 23
The User is ContentA Baby Dick Snatching Death CultThe term “awakening” is super loaded these days. New age people use it to signal they have elevated above the sheep, religious zealots use it to signal some sort of process of enlightenment in regards to their God, and conspiracy theorists use it to delineate between those who see the truth and those who don’t. It often contains within it a harsh judgment of others, which always makes it land as kind of a sticky, pokey, and mean concept. I don’t believe in an innate awakening, or that there is a discreet reality we are supposed...2022-08-1211 minHIV HourHIV Hour 4th August 2022 (PRIDE SPECIAL)
On the show -Brighton Pride Special
Sue, Stephen, David and Josh chat about the upcoming Pride weekend.
Josh talks about his first experience taking the new HIV Injectables.
World stories
-The new long lasting Hiv drug Cabotegravir which is being used for Prep in low to middle income countries.
-Montreal Aids Conference 2022
-The Barcelona patient who has maintained an undetectable viral load for 15 years after stopping antiviral medication.
-The first HIV Positive to Hiv Positive Heart Transplant in New York.
-Martine Somda, an activist committed to the fight against HIV in Burkina Faso.2022-08-0539 min
The Lucky TitanFive mistakes to avoid when building a business with Jeff MorrillJeff Morrill co-founded Planet Subaru, “your undealership,” in 1998, and built it into one of the most successful privately-held car dealerships in the United States. He later started other businesses in automotive retail, real estate, telecommunications, and insurance that generate over $100,000,000 in annual revenue. Jeff is the author of Profit Wise: How to Make More Money in Business by Doing the Right Thing. He donates all income from the book to Population Services International, a global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV, and reproductive health. Jeff is a strict vegetarian, even though people tell him it's...2022-05-3125 minHIV HourHIV Hour 17th March 2022
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Sue, Stephen and Josh chat about the new Moderna clinical trial of an HIV Vaccine.
A Russian HIV Patient who was refused treatment by a Swiss Doctor and a new HIV Support Service in Runcorn (UK)
Stephen talks to Dan Glass about his essential project collecting spare HIV and PrEP medication to send to Ukraine, Poland and Russia.
http://www.instagram.com/act_up_london
Brighton Community News
2022-03-1943 minHIV HourHIV Hour 28th October 2021
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Stephen interviews Jill Hardy and Mark Ellerby-Hedley from a Newcastle HIV group "Eyes Open" about their U=U campaign.
https://www.facebook.com/eyesopenuk/
Josh chats to Gary Parjeter about his amazing work with Lunch Positive, a Brighton based HIV organisation.
https://www.lunchpositive.org/
World news roundup-
Including a survey investigating difficulties in accessing HIV testing and treatment in Russia. https://www.facebook.com/parnipluscom/
UnAids welcomes decision for New Zealand to lift travel restrictions for people living with HIV.
A new podcast called 'T...2021-10-2945 minHIV HourHIV Hour 14th October 2021
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Sue, Stephen and Josh talk about an update of blood donor guidelines.
An amazing project called 'Galz' protecting, promoting and representing the LGBTI Community in Zimbabwe.
https://galz.org/
In the UK, a new video about funding for HIV to reach the 2030 transmission targets.
https://fb.watch/8F4zU0fkkd/
The launch event of a new HIV Testing Vending Machine in the Jubilee Library, Brighton organised by The Martin Fisher Foundation.
https://www.themartinfisherfoundation.org/
Also HIV World news roundup
2021-10-1541 minHIV HourHIV Hour 26th August 2021
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Sue, Tanya, Tony, Stephen and Josh talk about the new 'Moderna' HIV vaccine being trailed.
Sue chats to new presenter Tanya about her experiences living with HIV
'New feature' - HIV World News Roundup; 5 short news stories from around the world.
2021-08-2948 minHIV HourHIV Hour 01st July 2021
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Sue, Stephen and Josh talk about their experiences with changing HIV medication.
Stephen talks about the loss of 'THEATRE MAD' and "Make A Difference Trust" who supported and raised funds for the theatre community from the 90s who were living with or affected by HIV.
https://www.madtrust.org.uk/
An article about Elton John and other HIV activists who have written an "open Letter" to Boris Johnson about the potential AIDs emergency due to Covid 19.
https://www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/open-letter-to-boris-johnson/
Community news from Brighton and Hove HIV charities and organisations2021-07-0530 min
Biotech HangoutGlobal Access Strategies: COVID Vaccines and Other MedsThis Biotech Clubhouse Session will cover insights into best practices for providing access to medicines in the developing from industry experts exploring learnings from Gilead Science’s HIV and Hepatitis C Access to Medicines Program. We take lessons from past efforts, look at the current COVID response, and discuss a path forward for low and middle-income countries’ access to COVID vaccines, as well as future life-saving medicines.
Guests: Clifford Samuel, Claudio Lilienfeld, Kash Rangan.
Host: Chris Garabedian.
Full auto-generated transcript: click here
Originally aired on June 7th, 2021 on Biotech Clubhouse. Shared with...2021-06-091h 03
HIV HourHIV Hour 4th February 2021
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Josh chats with Roland Chesters, who is an advocate for HIV and disability rights in the UK.
http://ripplesfromtheedge.com/
https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/more/services-for-business/positive-allies/
If you needed a transplant would you consider it from an HIV Positive donor?
Sue explains the story.
Tony investigates increased cases of LGV(Lymphogranuloma Venereum)
in gay men who are predominantly HIV Negative.
Terrence Higgins Trust new free online group for gay and bisexual men who struggle with Chem Sex.
https://www.tht.org...2021-02-0851 minHIV HourHIV Hour 24th December 2020
On the Show - Sue, Stuart, Tony and Josh reflect on 2020.
Christmas messages from HIV advocates and stories from around the world.
The HIV infection crisis in America.
New Injectable HIV medication receives market approval in Europe.
From Australia, a corona vaccine abandoned because of false HIV responses.
2021-01-0441 min
I Have HIVEp11 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 6To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-2336 min
I Have HIVEp10 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 5To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-1524 min
I Have HIVEp9 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 4To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-1423 min
I Have HIVEp8 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 3To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-0823 min
I Have HIVEp7 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 2To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-0723 min
I Have HIVEp6 HIV Is Definitely, Also, A Racial Issue Part 1To Contact Josh Mica directly text him at :+1- 832-573-7274To Support Josh Mica’s Non Profit’s and Community OutreachesPaws with Benefits is your premier dog walking and pet sitting service. Keeping your pets comfortable and happy is our #1 priority. To book your premier walking or sitting service, click the link below:http://Pawswithbenefits.comFollow “Paws with Benefits” below:https://www.facebook.com/pawswithbenefitsPaws with Helping Hands Charity was envisioned and created by veteran cl...2020-07-0623 min
The Advocate's AcademyOn using your talent to make the world a better place: An interview with Josh BibbsToday, we’re speaking with Josh Bibbs. Josh is here today to talk about his work as an actor, drag performer, artist, and social justice advocate. In our conversation today, we’ll discuss art, Josh’s talent and his experiences as an LGBTQIA+ person of color. As always, we discussed some fantastic resources and references. All that information is posted below:
Mental Health Resources:
The Counseling Center at The University of Alabama: https://counseling.sa.ua.edu/
Find Therapist in Tuscaloosa: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/al/tuscaloosa
5 Ho...2020-06-2457 min
LGBT Health News with Josh Robbins#LGBTQHealthNews: HHS Didn’t Want Condom Images on Anti-HIV WebsiteJosh Robbins shares the latest LGBTQ Health News2020-03-0403 min
Something Positive for Positive PeopleEpisode 54: U Equals U and I'm Still JoshJosh Robbins is a Spokesperson for DatingPositives the recipient of the 2018 National Lesbian & Gay Journalist Association of Excellence in Journalism Award, 2017 GLAAD Media Award Nominee, Publisher of www.imstilljosh.com, TedxNashville speaker and HIV Activist.
Josh addresses his experience dating as an HIV+ person, we talk Undetectable Equals Untransmittable, HIV criminalization and what we as allies can do to get involved to at least revise these unjust laws.
Josh can be found on all social media @Imstilljosh
DatingPositives is supporting Something Positive for Positive People so please be sure to support them by sharing via Twitter/Instagram in a private...2019-07-3157 min
Something Positive for Positive PeopleEpisode 54: U Equals U and I'm Still JoshJosh Robbins is a Spokesperson for DatingPositives the recipient of the 2018 National Lesbian & Gay Journalist Association of Excellence in Journalism Award, 2017 GLAAD Media Award Nominee, Publisher of www.imstilljosh.com, TedxNashville speaker and HIV Activist.
Josh addresses his experience dating as an HIV+ person, we talk Undetectable Equals Untransmittable, HIV criminalization and what we as allies can do to get involved to at least revise these unjust laws.
Josh can be found on all social media @Imstilljosh
DatingPositives is supporting Something Positive for Positive People so please be sure to support them by sharing via Twitter/Instagram in a private...2019-07-3100 min
Listen to Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenThe Matriarch: Barbara Bush and the Making of an American Dynasty by Susan PagePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/370610 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Matriarch: Barbara Bush and the Making of an American Dynasty Author: Susan Page Narrator: Kate Levy Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 48 minutes Release date: April 2, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.41 of Total 22 Ratings of Narrator: 4.75 of Total 4 Genres: Women Publisher's Summary: INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER '[The] rare biography of a public figure that's not only beautifully written, but also shockingly revelatory.' -- The Atlantic A vivid biography of former First Lady Barbara Bush, one of the most influential and under-appreciated women in American political history...2019-04-0203 min
Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)24 Donna HyltonJosh interview Donna Hylton, the author of the book "A Little Piece of Light"
Donna's book "A Little Piece of Light" is available for purchase now.
Donna helped create the ACE program at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility. The ACE program helps incarcerated people in coping with HIV/AIDS.
Donna was also instrumental in the creation of the Domestic Violence Program at Bedford Hills.
Donna participated in the Bedford Writing Group created by Tony Award Winning Playwright Eve Ensler. The group was featured in the Documentary, "What I Want My Words...2018-07-0946 min
Joshing AroundBabysitting Bill GatesBill Gates talks HPV v HIV, The Muzzle Tax, Babysitting & Legal Tips plus Freestyles!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joshingaround/support2018-05-1815 min
SMART CounselHIV 101 with Benjamin GerritzRhys and Josh interview Benjamin Gerritz from Cascade AIDS Project about HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections. STIs carry with them tremendous stigma and societal baggage. Much of what people think they know is driven by fear and judgment, or at least ignorance. In this episode, we cover the basics and work to provide a basic overview of STIs for the listener who is new to the topic. Gerritz answers questions about HIV/AIDS and debunks a variety of myths about HIV/AIDs in an educational discussion. Our goal, as always, is to see the person behind the label.
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Get the #HIVScoop on Josh RobbinsJosh Robbins started blogging weeks after learning his was living with HIV in Nashville; actually releasing his first blog post on Facebook to his personal friends. I'm Still Josh (ISJ) is an award-winning blog and online personality & journey of Josh Robbins, a recognized HIV-positive activist and quickly being recognized as the new "HIV-positive Encourager". The #HIVScoop formerly the HIV Video Minute,is the top buzz worthy HIV related info update videos by HIV blogger and activist, Josh Robbins ofimstilljosh.com.
?Josh contributes an exclusive weekly #HIVScoop for POZ I AM Radio.2016-11-1353 min
HIV Radio Minute#HIVscoop: NASTAD joins HIV undetectable consensus statementBreaking HIV related news2016-09-1902 min
HIV Radio Minute#HIVscoop: NASTAD joins HIV undetectable consensus statementBreaking HIV related news2016-09-1902 min
HIV Radio Minute#HIVscoop: Why is HIV Always A Punishment in Media?2016-07-2204 min
HIV Radio Minute#HIVscoop: Why is HIV Always A Punishment in Media?2016-07-2204 min
HIV Radio MinuteCo-Discoverer of HIV, Gallo, is working on a human vaccine studyGallo, who co-discovered HIV causing AIDS, is working on a new HIV vaccine study that is recruiting participants right now, wanting the first shot given by the end of the month. Gallo says it has taken 9 years to get to this point, but he thinks targeting the virus with a protein could help give other vaccines the "one-two punch" it needs to succeed. Quest Diagnostics is again sponsoring the AIDS Walk LA on 10/11.2015-10-0901 min
HIV Radio MinuteCo-Discoverer of HIV, Gallo, is working on a human vaccine studyGallo, who co-discovered HIV causing AIDS, is working on a new HIV vaccine study that is recruiting participants right now, wanting the first shot given by the end of the month. Gallo says it has taken 9 years to get to this point, but he thinks targeting the virus with a protein could help give other vaccines the "one-two punch" it needs to succeed. Quest Diagnostics is again sponsoring the AIDS Walk LA on 10/11.2015-10-0901 minHIV Radio MinuteOnly Half of US Adults with HIV Are Taking Meds To Be HealthyFrom the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: These numbers are insane-- less than half of the adults in US are taking antiretroviral medications to live well and remain healthy. Less than half!2015-09-2501 minHIV Radio MinuteOnly Half of US Adults with HIV Are Taking Meds To Be HealthyFrom the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: These numbers are insane-- less than half of the adults in US are taking antiretroviral medications to live well and remain healthy. Less than half!2015-09-2501 minHIV Radio MinutePolice Officer Tickets Woman Just Because She's HIV PositiveThis is the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins from http://imstilljosh.com. A Detroit woman was awarded $40,000 because the viral video that went public last year showing a police officer via dash cam admitting that he is only giving her a citation because she didn't immediately disclose she was living with HIV. And the NO/AIDS Walk 2015 presented by Quest Diagnostics is coming up soon!2015-09-2501 minHIV Radio MinutePolice Officer Tickets Woman Just Because She's HIV PositiveThis is the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins from http://imstilljosh.com. A Detroit woman was awarded $40,000 because the viral video that went public last year showing a police officer via dash cam admitting that he is only giving her a citation because she didn't immediately disclose she was living with HIV. And the NO/AIDS Walk 2015 presented by Quest Diagnostics is coming up soon!2015-09-2501 min
HIV Radio MinuteWant A Helpful Sexually Transmitted Infection?Researchers name a potentially helpful STI (sexually transmitted infection) for the body. Crazy, right? Listen to the full story in this week's HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins2015-08-1201 min
HIV Radio MinuteWant A Helpful Sexually Transmitted Infection?Researchers name a potentially helpful STI (sexually transmitted infection) for the body. Crazy, right? Listen to the full story in this week's HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins2015-08-1201 minHIV Radio MinuteMichael Johnson 30-yr Sentence BarbaricMichael Johnson was sentenced to 30.5 years in Missouri for nondisclosure of HIV status. The Center for HIV Law & Policy and others denounce the sentence as unfair and barbaric, citing expert opinion that these laws harm HIV prevention efforts instead of encouraging HIV disclosure prior to sex. Also, Quest Diagnostics is sponsoring AIDS Walks San Francisco!2015-07-1401 minHIV Radio MinuteMichael Johnson 30-yr Sentence BarbaricMichael Johnson was sentenced to 30.5 years in Missouri for nondisclosure of HIV status. The Center for HIV Law & Policy and others denounce the sentence as unfair and barbaric, citing expert opinion that these laws harm HIV prevention efforts instead of encouraging HIV disclosure prior to sex. Also, Quest Diagnostics is sponsoring AIDS Walks San Francisco!2015-07-1401 minHIV Radio MinuteWhite House to Update HIV StrategyNational HIV Strategy is being updated on 7/30 and Quest Diagnostics to be sponsor AIDS Walk San Francisco.2015-07-1301 minHIV Radio MinuteWhite House to Update HIV StrategyNational HIV Strategy is being updated on 7/30 and Quest Diagnostics to be sponsor AIDS Walk San Francisco.2015-07-1301 minHIV Radio MinuteResearchers Say #HIV Has A Sweet ToothI love chocolate, and lemon ice box pie, and pecan pie, and those little birthday shakes from the chicken place that rhymes with Taxbees…I’m Josh Robbins and this is the HIV RADIO Minute.Besides some people saying that my weakness is that I own a house in vermot— I’d argue that my sweet tooth takes the top spot. Well researchers in a new study from Northwestern Medicine and Vanderbilt University say that HIV’s own sweet tooth is really the virus’ achielles heel. Here’s what they mean. When HIV infects a new...2015-06-0301 minHIV Radio MinuteResearchers Say #HIV Has A Sweet ToothI love chocolate, and lemon ice box pie, and pecan pie, and those little birthday shakes from the chicken place that rhymes with Taxbees…I’m Josh Robbins and this is the HIV RADIO Minute.Besides some people saying that my weakness is that I own a house in vermot— I’d argue that my sweet tooth takes the top spot. Well researchers in a new study from Northwestern Medicine and Vanderbilt University say that HIV’s own sweet tooth is really the virus’ achielles heel. Here’s what they mean. When HIV infects a new...2015-06-0301 minHIV Radio MinuteIndiana HIV Emergency UpdateThis is Josh Robbins of the HIV Radio Minute Podcast ... Why is Indiana experiencing an HIV emergency? Especially since Ryan White and his family successfully won the right for him to be back in school 30 years ago and the government program supporting those living with HIV even bears his name? Here’s the update. More than 150 people in Austin, Indiana have been diagnosed with HIV since December. The town has a population of 4200. The response started about 8 weeks ago.According to TIME: (Source: http://time.com/3853590/indiana-hiv-epidemic/) So far — 1/3rd of the patients in Austin have started trea...2015-05-1401 minHIV Radio MinuteIndiana HIV Emergency UpdateThis is Josh Robbins of the HIV Radio Minute Podcast ... Why is Indiana experiencing an HIV emergency? Especially since Ryan White and his family successfully won the right for him to be back in school 30 years ago and the government program supporting those living with HIV even bears his name? Here’s the update. More than 150 people in Austin, Indiana have been diagnosed with HIV since December. The town has a population of 4200. The response started about 8 weeks ago.According to TIME: (Source: http://time.com/3853590/indiana-hiv-epidemic/) So far — 1/3rd of the patients in Austin have started trea...2015-05-1401 minHIV Radio MinuteCDC Enters Indiana HIV Ground ZeroIn this episode of the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins from http://imstilljosh.com, HIV ground zero in Indiana's outbreak has brought the CDC to the area to help the counties start testing and treating those affected by the virus. But as a local news report told, the problem doesn't end with the drug users sharing needles, the reporter reveals that one doctor only diagnosed one person in the past 16 years with HIV and in the past 3 months has diagnosed 4 times more. Really? That's pretty funny. Source: http://www.whas11.com/story/news/local/indiana/2015/03/23/cdc-moves-in-as-s-indiana-hiv-cases-skyrocket/70352624/2015-03-2501 minHIV Radio MinuteCDC Enters Indiana HIV Ground ZeroIn this episode of the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins from http://imstilljosh.com, HIV ground zero in Indiana's outbreak has brought the CDC to the area to help the counties start testing and treating those affected by the virus. But as a local news report told, the problem doesn't end with the drug users sharing needles, the reporter reveals that one doctor only diagnosed one person in the past 16 years with HIV and in the past 3 months has diagnosed 4 times more. Really? That's pretty funny. Source: http://www.whas11.com/story/news/local/indiana/2015/03/23/cdc-moves-in-as-s-indiana-hiv-cases-skyrocket/70352624/2015-03-2501 minHIV Radio Minute"All Right Now" Co-Writer Passes AwayHIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: Andy Fraser, the co-writer to the hit song, “All Right Now” and member of the rock band Free, has passed away at the age of 62, after living with HIV for years. Fraser’s song remains arguably by many as one of the defining hits of classic rock radio, according to Aol - Fraser produced the track and plays a bass solo on it as well. And it seems that you can’t visit a football stadium without hearing the tune. Stanford University and University of Southern California marching bands each play it at virtually every ga...2015-03-1801 minHIV Radio Minute"All Right Now" Co-Writer Passes AwayHIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: Andy Fraser, the co-writer to the hit song, “All Right Now” and member of the rock band Free, has passed away at the age of 62, after living with HIV for years. Fraser’s song remains arguably by many as one of the defining hits of classic rock radio, according to Aol - Fraser produced the track and plays a bass solo on it as well. And it seems that you can’t visit a football stadium without hearing the tune. Stanford University and University of Southern California marching bands each play it at virtually every ga...2015-03-1801 minHIV Radio MinuteHIV Legal Cases Popping Up, Confusion.HIV Criminalization Cases All Over The Country Are Again Heating Up The Debate Hello I’m Josh Robbins and this is the HIV Radio Minute. The question of how much legal responsibility should someone living with HIV have during consensual sex, regardless of if they disclosed to that sexual partner continues t bring cases that are both terrible to hear and disgusting to see how the justice system plays out regardless of where you stand on the issues. In Texas, a homeless man living with HIV is serving a 35 year sentence for spitting at a Police Of...2015-02-2802 minHIV Radio MinuteHIV Legal Cases Popping Up, Confusion.HIV Criminalization Cases All Over The Country Are Again Heating Up The Debate Hello I’m Josh Robbins and this is the HIV Radio Minute. The question of how much legal responsibility should someone living with HIV have during consensual sex, regardless of if they disclosed to that sexual partner continues t bring cases that are both terrible to hear and disgusting to see how the justice system plays out regardless of where you stand on the issues. In Texas, a homeless man living with HIV is serving a 35 year sentence for spitting at a Police Of...2015-02-2802 minHIV Radio MinuteDid Gov't Make a $2.4million Condom?From the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins - The creator of the Origami Condom, a project funded by the National Institutes of Health with a meaty $2.4million dollars, is being a called a fraud by one publication and he's saying he's repaying tax payers, according to reports. The full story is available at: http://www.imstilljosh.com/origami-condom-repay-nih-grant/2015-01-3101 minHIV Radio MinuteDid Gov't Make a $2.4million Condom?From the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins - The creator of the Origami Condom, a project funded by the National Institutes of Health with a meaty $2.4million dollars, is being a called a fraud by one publication and he's saying he's repaying tax payers, according to reports. The full story is available at: http://www.imstilljosh.com/origami-condom-repay-nih-grant/2015-01-3101 minHIV Radio MinuteHIV Blogger Nominated for GLAAD AwardThis week in the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins, we congratulate Mark S. King from myfabulousdisease.com for his nomination for a GLAAD award. Plus, should condoms be required for porn actors? David Heitz, a national health journalist, writes a controversial essay and I include a poll where readers voted. You're going to be surprised by the poll. Check it out at: http://www.imstilljosh.com/why-i-dont-expect-porn-stars-to-wear-condoms/.2015-01-3001 minHIV Radio MinuteHIV Blogger Nominated for GLAAD AwardThis week in the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins, we congratulate Mark S. King from myfabulousdisease.com for his nomination for a GLAAD award. Plus, should condoms be required for porn actors? David Heitz, a national health journalist, writes a controversial essay and I include a poll where readers voted. You're going to be surprised by the poll. Check it out at: http://www.imstilljosh.com/why-i-dont-expect-porn-stars-to-wear-condoms/.2015-01-3001 minHIV Radio MinuteBill Gates Wants 2 HIV Miracles by 2030This week in the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: The World Richest Man said two miracles will happen ending the HIV epidemic within 15 years. According to Bloomberg, Bill Gates said he expects a pair of advances by 2030 that will eliminate most of the damage from AIDS, an epidemic costing more than 36 million lives. Improved treatment and a vaccine to prevent new infections are the “two miracles” needed, co-founder of Microsoft Corp said Friday at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. (Source: http://josh.gy/1BnIYhi) Thestar.com reports: "A former inmate at Ontario’s new superj...2015-01-2401 minHIV Radio MinuteBill Gates Wants 2 HIV Miracles by 2030This week in the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: The World Richest Man said two miracles will happen ending the HIV epidemic within 15 years. According to Bloomberg, Bill Gates said he expects a pair of advances by 2030 that will eliminate most of the damage from AIDS, an epidemic costing more than 36 million lives. Improved treatment and a vaccine to prevent new infections are the “two miracles” needed, co-founder of Microsoft Corp said Friday at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. (Source: http://josh.gy/1BnIYhi) Thestar.com reports: "A former inmate at Ontario’s new superj...2015-01-2401 minHIV Radio MinuteNevada Unlucky Porn, Nigeria Vaccine?**After 2 Gay Adult Stars Test Positive following a raw sex shoot in Nevada, state officials are saying — Hold On. NOW Wait A minute! —Nevada officials are thinking they need to consider adopting the same regulations that Los Angeles County has requiring adult movie performers to wear condoms during filming.” Nevada has been a go to replacement for the 50% of productions lost in LA after the rules changed. Nevada officials said they want to similar rules that are in place for existing legal brothels. (Source: http://josh.gy/notinnevada)—And this is bizarre. According to a story in the P...2015-01-1801 minHIV Radio MinuteNevada Unlucky Porn, Nigeria Vaccine?**After 2 Gay Adult Stars Test Positive following a raw sex shoot in Nevada, state officials are saying — Hold On. NOW Wait A minute! —Nevada officials are thinking they need to consider adopting the same regulations that Los Angeles County has requiring adult movie performers to wear condoms during filming.” Nevada has been a go to replacement for the 50% of productions lost in LA after the rules changed. Nevada officials said they want to similar rules that are in place for existing legal brothels. (Source: http://josh.gy/notinnevada)—And this is bizarre. According to a story in the P...2015-01-1801 min
HIV Radio MinuteSouthern HIV; VUMC Leads Trans HealthFrom the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: The Southern HIV/AIDS Strategy Initiative and the CDC study finds the South is being hit hard by HIV. (Source: http://bit.ly/1xZRjaR) and Vanderbilt University Medical Center's LGBTI Program is launching a Trans Buddy Program and they are leading the nation in Transgender Health. (Source: http://josh.gy/1IAPzGw)2015-01-1401 min
HIV Radio MinuteSouthern HIV; VUMC Leads Trans HealthFrom the HIV Radio Minute with Josh Robbins: The Southern HIV/AIDS Strategy Initiative and the CDC study finds the South is being hit hard by HIV. (Source: http://bit.ly/1xZRjaR) and Vanderbilt University Medical Center's LGBTI Program is launching a Trans Buddy Program and they are leading the nation in Transgender Health. (Source: http://josh.gy/1IAPzGw)2015-01-1401 min
HIV Radio MinuteCertain Birth Control Ups HIV Risk +moreIn this week's HIV RADIO MINUTE with JOSH ROBBINS, listen to two buzz worthy HIV news stories: Researchers from the University of Berkley in California are reporting that Depo-Privera may increase a woman's risk of contracting HIV if exposed (source: http://yhoo.it/1Ig4h7z) and AIDSMEDS.com is reporting that Elite Controllers, those with strong immune response to HIV without the help of meds, are more likely to end up in the hospital. (source: http://bit.ly/1Dz4J0M) For more information about Josh Robbins, visit, http://imstilljosh.com. For weekly HIV VIDEOS series of buzz worthy...2015-01-1201 min
HIV Radio MinuteCertain Birth Control Ups HIV Risk +moreIn this week's HIV RADIO MINUTE with JOSH ROBBINS, listen to two buzz worthy HIV news stories: Researchers from the University of Berkley in California are reporting that Depo-Privera may increase a woman's risk of contracting HIV if exposed (source: http://yhoo.it/1Ig4h7z) and AIDSMEDS.com is reporting that Elite Controllers, those with strong immune response to HIV without the help of meds, are more likely to end up in the hospital. (source: http://bit.ly/1Dz4J0M) For more information about Josh Robbins, visit, http://imstilljosh.com. For weekly HIV VIDEOS series of buzz worthy...2015-01-1201 minHIV Radio Minute2 Adult Film Actors Test Positive, +moreIn this week's HIV RADIO MINUTE with JOSH ROBBINS, listen to three buzz worthy HIV news stories: Two adult actors test positive after Nevada condomless sex shoot, Consumer Watchdog is suing an insurance company for alleged shade, and Healthline.com reports llamas could help HIV vaccine researchers make a breakthrough. For more information about Josh Robbins, visit, http://imstilljosh.com. For weekly HIV VIDEOS series of buzz worthy news, visit: http://hivm.in.2015-01-0401 minHIV Radio Minute2 Adult Film Actors Test Positive, +moreIn this week's HIV RADIO MINUTE with JOSH ROBBINS, listen to three buzz worthy HIV news stories: Two adult actors test positive after Nevada condomless sex shoot, Consumer Watchdog is suing an insurance company for alleged shade, and Healthline.com reports llamas could help HIV vaccine researchers make a breakthrough. For more information about Josh Robbins, visit, http://imstilljosh.com. For weekly HIV VIDEOS series of buzz worthy news, visit: http://hivm.in.2015-01-0401 minHIV Radio MinuteTimothy Ray Brown: Weinstein saving face2014-10-2005 minHIV Radio MinuteTimothy Ray Brown: Weinstein saving face2014-10-2005 minHIV Radio MinuteThis weeks HIV Radio Minute2014-05-0201 minHIV Radio MinuteThis weeks HIV Radio Minute2014-05-0201 min
HIV Radio MinuteThe condom question in HIVNo condom for anal sex approved? Lube not tested? Are you kidding me?2014-04-2702 min
HIV Radio MinuteThe condom question in HIVNo condom for anal sex approved? Lube not tested? Are you kidding me?2014-04-2702 min
Josh Kruger - Shares his storyJosh Kruger, a child of the nineties, grew up in a rural town in Pennsylvania. In 2002, he moved to Philadelphia where he attended the University of Pennsylvania studying political science and anthropology. For five years, he worked in community and LGBT non-profit development, fundraising, and marketing. Diagnosed as HIV positive in his late twenties, he left the non-profit industry and started Emapwerks, his company focusing on writing, editing, and marketing, in 2012.
Josh writes often utilizing his personal perspective with sero-discordant relationships, online sex and dating, alcoholism, homelessness, Philadelphia's street economy, and depression. In particular, he writes on LGBT political issues, smal...2013-01-141h 02
Josh Robbins - I'm Still JoshJosh Robbins didn't know one person. Not even one person that was HIV Positive on Jan.23, 2012. On Jan. 24, 2012, he knew one-- himself. Living in the heart of the bible belt in Nashville, Josh was the poster boy for prevention. (LITERALLY on the poster for the HIV Vaccine Program at Vanderbilt) He was active in the LGBT community raising awareness, funding and talking about prevention of the disease. But although it should have, the message didn't affect him. So he was infected with HIV by a beautiful young man that didn't realizehe was positive. Now less than a month after being tol...2012-03-191h 01