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Becoming LucyFrom Baby Loss to Neonatal Nurse: Amy Draper on Motherhood, Grief & ManifestationIn this deeply moving episode of Becoming Lucy, Lucy and Hana sit down with Amy Draper — a mother of five whose journey through motherhood has been shaped by love, loss, faith and resilience.Amy shares the story of her first son, Charlie, who was born with gastroschisis, a serious abdominal condition where a baby’s intestines develop outside of the body. Charlie lived for 12 precious days. Amy speaks openly about the instincts she had during pregnancy, the conversations with doctors, and the heartbreaking decision to let him go.We talk...
2026-02-171h 33
Becoming LucyMean Girls, Millennial Memories & a Tarot Card Reading with Jason Sandywell – Unveiled RootsJoin Lucy, Hana, and Jason (aka Spud) in this hilarious and heartfelt episode as they reminisce about their millennial memories, friendship moments, and dive into the mystical world of tarot. Expect plenty of laughs, nostalgia, and some of that classic “remember when…” energy we all secretly love.This episode has been lovingly edited from an original marathon of over two hours—because while we love a good deep dive, we also respect both our guests’ and hosts’ privacy. Some tarot readings uncovered insights that are deeply personal, and we’ve kept them off the public airwave...
2026-02-101h 43
Becoming LucyI Thought I Was Dying: A Brain Aneurysm, Toxic Relationships & Learning to Listen to Your BodyIn this deeply honest episode of Becoming Lucy, hosts Hana and Lucy sit down with Lyanne to explore a powerful story of illness, motherhood, trauma, and healing.Lyanne shares her lived experience of navigating multiple health scares, including endometriosis, a mini stroke, and a brain aneurysm diagnosis, alongside the emotional weight of becoming a young mother and surviving post-separation abuse. She opens up about the moment her body forced her to stop, listen, and confront the chronic stress and unresolved trauma that had shaped her life.This conversation goes...
2026-02-031h 23
Becoming LucyWedding Countdown: From Tenerife to “I Do” — A 15-Year Love Story, Wedding Planning & Real Relationship GrowthFrom working overseas in Tenerife to planning a wedding 15 years later.In this special bonus episode, Lucy, Hana and Rob reflect on Hana and Rob’s upcoming wedding and their relationship journey that began while living and working abroad in 2010.They discuss how their relationship has evolved over 15 years, the transient friendships that often come with living overseas, and the realities of planning a wedding while balancing family life and parenting. From wedding nerves and nostalgia to questioning the wedding industry itself, this episode offers a real and honest look at long-term lo...
2026-01-281h 00
Becoming LucyBe Brave, Be Strong: Grief, Suicide & Finding Hope | Jay’s StoryIn this powerful and deeply honest episode of Becoming Lucy, Hana and Lucy are joined by their close friend Jay, who shares her personal journey through grief, suicide, mental health, and healing after loss.What begins with laughter and nostalgia from their days as holiday reps in Zante soon opens into a raw conversation about Jay’s father, his long battle with severe depression, and the devastating impact of losing a parent to suicide.Jay speaks candidly about the masks we wear to survive — using humour, alcohol, and distraction to h...
2026-01-271h 08
Becoming LucyThe Hardest Battle Is Coming Home: Richy Thrower on Veterans, Mental Health & SurvivalIn this episode of Becoming Lucy, British Army veteran Richy Thrower shares the truth about mental health after military service, and what life really looks like once the structure, routine, and identity of the army disappear.Richy opens up about his time serving in Afghanistan, the grief of losing friends in service, and the emotional toll of transitioning to civilian life. He speaks honestly about isolation, identity loss, and why so many veterans struggle silently after leaving the forces.After leaving the army, Richy faced rejection, instability, and periods...
2026-01-201h 08
Becoming LucyStripping, Grief & Chosen Family: Surviving the Dark Side of the IndustryIn this episode of Becoming Lucy, hosts Hana and Lucy sit down with Jess, a resilient and independent woman whose life story defies convention. From navigating early trauma and family challenges to building a career in stripping and modeling, Jess opens up about grief, resilience, and the power of chosen family.Jess also shares the heartbreaking story of her best friend Maxine, who tragically died from cervical cancer at just 33, leaving behind two children. Through this, Jess reflects on loss, grief, and the importance of speaking up about health and self-care.
2026-01-131h 16
Becoming LucyEctopic Pregnancy: One in 90…. Twice. Grief & HealingEctopic pregnancy is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition — yet it remains widely misunderstood, under-discussed, and often misdiagnosed.In this episode of Becoming Lucy, Hana and Lucy are joined by guest Danielle, who bravely shares her experience of navigating two ectopic pregnancies, the emotional toll of pregnancy loss, and the long road toward healing.Danielle opens up about trying to conceive, experiencing early pregnancy symptoms that didn’t fit the “textbook” narrative, and the confusion and fear that followed. She reflects on her experiences within the healthcare system — from A&E visits...
2026-01-061h 13
Becoming LucyChristmas Special 2025 - Season One FinaleWhat does Christmas really mean — and who says there’s only one way to celebrate it?In this festive season finale of Becoming Lucy, Lucy and Hana pour the drinks, lower the expectations, and get honest about Christmas traditions, nostalgia, family dynamics, and the pressure to make the holidays “perfect”.From childhood memories and beloved Christmas adverts to decorating styles, winter rituals, house parties, and sprout debates (love or hate?), this episode is a warm, funny, and reflective conversation about celebrating in a way that actually feels right for you....
2025-12-231h 29
Becoming LucyAstrology Explained: What Your Birth Chart Reveals About Your Purpose, Love & Self-DiscoveryIn this episode of Becoming Lucy, hosts Lucy and Hana sit down with Mel the Astrologer for a deep, grounding, and expansive conversation about astrology, birth charts, healing, and purpose.Together, they explore how astrology can be a powerful tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and emotional healing — far beyond daily horoscopes. Mel shares her personal journey with astrology, how it supported her through grief and transformation, and why she believes birth charts are energetic maps that help us understand our subconscious beliefs, love dynamics, relationships, and life path.To br...
2025-12-211h 29
Becoming LucyPMDD Explained: Jenny’s Journey, Women’s Health, Mental Health & Hormonal HealingIn this episode of Becoming Lucy, hosts Hana & Lucy sit down with Jenny — PMDD advocate and founder of elevelle — to unpack the reality of living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions in women’s health.Jenny shares her raw, honest journey through hormonal health, misdiagnosis, identity loss, rage, depression, and the emotional distress that PMDD can cause — including the dark moments many women are too afraid to talk about.Together, we explore:✨ What PMDD actually is✨ The di...
2025-12-161h 04
Becoming LucyFinding His Voice: Josh’s Journey Through Radio, LGBTQ Identity & Becoming Unapologetically YouIn this powerful episode of Becoming Lucy, Lucy and Hana sit down with Capital FM presenter Josh Andrews to uncover the raw, funny and deeply human story behind his journey from hiding parts of himself… to finally living and broadcasting as his unapologetically authentic self.From a karaoke machine in his aunt’s basement to becoming a beloved radio voice, Josh’s path has been anything but ordinary. He opens up about:🎙️ The childhood moment he realised his voice was his superpower🎙️ How at the age of 12 he got himself t...
2025-12-091h 16
Becoming LucyF*ck It: Heartbreak, Healing & Downward Dogs – Life After LossLife after loss and heartbreak can feel overwhelming—but it can also be a path to self-discovery. In this episode, Lucy and Hana chat with Ali about navigating grief, identity shifts, and life’s big changes.Ali shares her personal journey through her mother’s illness, breakups, and the physical and emotional impact of grief. She dives into meditation, yoga, manifestation, and spiritual practices that helped her heal, including angel numbers, synchronicities, and a transformative trip to Bali. Ali also opens up about the comfort she found moving into her own home and learning to bal...
2025-12-021h 09
Becoming LucyThe “Bell” That Isn’t the End: Premenopause, Dense Breasts - Tink’s Breast Cancer JourneyBreast cancer diagnoses in young women are rising — but too many still think “it won’t happen to me.” In this powerful episode of Becoming Lucy, hosts Lucy and Hana sit down with their friend Tink to share the raw, honest and unexpectedly relatable story behind her breast cancer diagnosis in her early 40s.Tink opens up about the moment she found a lump (in the most unexpected way), the fear and confusion that followed, and how dense breast tissue and premenopausal symptoms made spotting the signs even harder. She reveals the reality of being yo...
2025-11-251h 10
Becoming LucyBecoming Bobbi Pinns: The Moment He Took Off the MaskIn this powerful — and laugh-out-loud — episode of Becoming Lucy, Rob opens up about the journey that shaped him — from a joyful, expressive child dancing around the fire poker, to a teenager silenced by bullying, to the confident performer he is today, and eventually to the unapologetic drag persona Bobbi Pinns.What begins as a conversation about growing up in Congleton quickly becomes a deeply honest exploration of identity, men’s mental health, and the masks we wear just to survive.Rob shares how school life chipped away at his confiden...
2025-11-1855 min
Becoming LucyFrom Feeling Lost to Leading: Georgia’s Honest Story Through Dementia, Hormones, Identity and EmpowermentGeorgia shares her incredible transformation — from feeling lost, to then caring for her mum with dementia, to leading other women toward confidence, strength, and self-discovery.After moving back home following a difficult breakup, Georgia found herself stepping into the role of caregiver when her mum was diagnosed with dementia. Through fitness, community, and courage, she rebuilt her sense of identity and created Project GMC — helping women navigate life changes from pregnancy to premenopause with compassion and empowerment.✨ In this episode, we explore: • Finding yourself again after loss and ident...
2025-11-1100 min
Becoming LucyBonus Episode: Five, Hen Dos & How We Got HereIn this bonus episode, Lucy and Hana throw the script out the window and go full freestyle — chatting all things Five, hen dos, and a few too many tongue-twisters (that, of course, we kept in).We catch up on everything that’s happened over the past six weeks — from how the podcast started, to the highs, the hiccups, and the hilarious moments in between. Expect plenty of laughs, real talk, a round of The Traitors, and an update on Lucy’s foot after her latest hospital visit.It’s unfiltered...
2025-11-0946 min
Becoming LucyOlympic Hopeful to The Fastest UK Women in Hyrox : The Comeback Story of Rebecca Mason - Twice Broken, Never BeatenAt just five years old, Rebecca Mason had one dream — to represent Great Britain at the Olympics.By her teens, she was a British champion, training full-time, sacrificing school, friends, and a normal childhood to chase that goal. But eight weeks before the Olympics, one devastating injury shattered everything.While her team flew to Barcelona, she was being wheeled into surgery — her Olympic dream over in an instant.What followed was years of rebuilding — learning who Becca was without the gymnast identity, navigating life beyond...
2025-11-0353 min
Becoming LucyAnorexia. Addiction. Remanded — Breaking the CycleThe day Jess nearly lost her life became the day she truly started living. From battling anorexia and addiction to facing the harsh reality of being remanded in prison, Jess’s journey is one of raw honesty, resilience, and transformation. On this episode of Becoming Lucy, she opens up about the choices, struggles, and pivotal moments that led to her breaking free from cycles that once felt impossible to escape.This episode isn’t just about the past—it’s about who we can become when we confront our pain, embrace change, and take back con...
2025-11-031h 02
Becoming LucyThe Day My FOOT CAME OFF - The Accident that Changed MeIn this episode of Becoming Lucy, host Hana and guest Lucy Hodgkinson delve into Lucy's life-changing accident during a fitness race, her journey through recovery, and the lessons learned along the way. They explore Lucy's identity transformation, the challenges faced, and the importance of resilience and self-discovery. The conversation highlights the power of hope and the journey of becoming one's true self amidst adversity.TakeawaysLucy was deeply involved in fitness before her accident.The accident occurred during a Spartan race, leading to severe injuries.Emergency responders played a crucial role in Lucy's...
2025-11-0252 min
Becoming LucyBecoming Lucy - When Ketamine Becomes a Personality TraitA sneak peek into Becoming Lucy, where healing meets humour, chaos becomes connection, and real stories get real laughs. Full podcast launching November 4th 2025 - subscribe so you dont miss it!
2025-10-1700 min
The FeistLIVE from the last all-women's Ironman World ChampionshipThis week we’re coming at you from the last all-women’s Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Unfortunately, it’s the end of an Ironman era (for now!) — but we’re going out with a bang. We’ve got all the race drama from the ground — including two frontrunners collapsing while leading the race, a rookie champ who took the world by surprise, podium interviews poolside, and one incredibly badass 80-year-old woman who made history. But first — as always — what happened in women's sports this week:Athlos NYC brought track to Times Square - The vibes? Rock...
2025-10-151h 09
AtalantaLucy Hodgkinson - 'My Hyrox journey and dealing with injury''Lucy is an incredible character, full of positive vibes and so much fun. This comes across at her races and on her instagram. She loves to race just as much as she loves to support others pushing their limits. We enjoyed our chat with Lucy, discussing positive mindsets, the Hyrox family and how she has dealt with a huge injury that stopped her competing.We think this is an amazing episode to help you focus your energy in the right place, thank you Lucy for sharing so much with us.To follow Lucy head to...
2024-10-071h 01
Josh Smith's Great Chat ShowEp 97: Jessica & Jennifer GadirovaHands up if you can barely do a handstand or a forward roll? Just me?!? Well today we are joined by a set of twins who have flipped and flew their way into the Olympic history books and I’m sure they could teach me a thing or two about flexibility: Jessica and Jennifer Gadirova. The twins made Olympic history when at 16, they were part of the Team GB gymnastics team who took Bronze at the Tokyo games. It was the first medal in the event for Team GB in 95 years, and they haven’t sto...
2023-08-2447 min
Emma & Tom Talk TeachingPGCE Research Bites 6 - Oracy in Drama with Lucy GoodingIt's time for another PGCE Research Bites! Emma is joined by Lucy Gooding to discuss her research into the place of oracy in drama. We hope you find this interesting and useful!
You can watch this episode on YouTube - https://smarturl.it/cardiffpartnership
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Alexander, R. (2020) A Dialogic Teaching Companion. New York: Routledge. Barnes, D. (1988) The politics of oracy. in: Maclure, M. Philips, T. & Wilkinson, A(Eds)
Oracy Matters. Milton Keynes: Open University Press. Boyd, M.P. and Markarian, W.C. (2011) Dialogic teaching: talk in service of...
2021-10-0816 min
Arts & IdeasThinking about audiences in a time of pandemicFrom online dance, pavement performances of plays, and the part played by audiences in Greek theatres and Shakespeare's Globe - how is performance adapting in the Covid era, and how are we rethinking what an audience is? Shahidha Bari hosts a discussion, with Kwame Kwei-Armah of the Young Vic; Kirsty Sedgman from the University of Bristol, who looks at theatre from Ancient Greece on; Lucy Weir, who teaches dance at the University of Edinburgh and is a BBC/AHRC New Generation Thinker; and Ted Hodgkinson, who programmes literary events at the Southbank Centre in London.This episode...
2020-10-2945 min