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AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Kenny EverettKenny Everett was an English radio DJ and television entertainer renowned for his zany comedic style, captivating millions and becoming a national treasure. Despite his popularity, a media frenzy invaded his private life when he was compelled to publicly disclose his sexuality outside his Kensington home, famously quipping, “two husbands are better than one,” while being photographed with his two partners, Nikolai and Pepe.Subsequently, the media pressured him into revealing his HIV-positive status, which later progressed into what was then termed ‘full-blown AIDS,’ a diagnosis made just prior to the advent of antiretroviral therapies that dramatically altered...2025-07-121h 07
Embrace Everything - The World of Gustav MahlerMovement Four - The Heavenly LifeMahler composed the song “The Heavenly Life” in 1892, seven years before using it as the last movement of his Fourth Symphony. In this episode we discuss the meaning of the song and its lyrics.Starring James Lurie as the voice of Gustav Mahler, Shanade Hernandez as the voice of Mahler’s Angel, Laura Gragtmans as the voice of Natalie Bauer-Lechner, Dominic Comperatore as the voice of Bruno Walter, Dan Barnett as the voice of Jean Paul Richter, Jack Berenholtz as the voice of Paul Bekker, Paul Hecht as the voice of Friedrich Nietzsche, P.J. Ochlan as the voi...2025-07-1134 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Terry MadeleyTerence ‘Terry’ Madeley, a London-born actor, received a positive HIV diagnosis in 1985 after long grappling with a decline in his health. Despite the inevitable challenges, Terry remained steadfast in his magnanimous relationship with his long-term partner, Peter, and vowed to outlive the AIDS virus.In February 1987, during ‘AIDS Week’ on UK television, Terry made a brave decision to disclose his condition publicly, with his mother Lil’ standing by his side. A documentary, produced in collaboration with the BBC and presenter Pattie Coldwell, was underway to tell his story. Tragically, Terry passed away before filming was completed, but the captur...2025-07-051h 10
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Special AnnouncementWITHOUT PREJUDICEAs the host and producer of AIDS: The Lost Voices, I share episodes that highlight the discrimination, stigma, isolation, and vilification faced by many people living with HIV/AIDS over the decades. Despite keeping my professional life separate from my podcast, I never anticipated experiencing similar prejudice while working for the well-known pub company Fuller’s, trading as Griffin Catering Services Ltd. Unfortunately, during my employment, I was subjected to seven months of HIV/AIDS-related discrimination that violated the Equality Act 2010. Faced with no other recourse, I had no choice but to lodge a legal cl...2025-06-2810 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Leigh BoweryAs an artist, performer, model, TV personality, club promoter, fashion designer, and musician, Leigh Bowery defied conventional boundaries at every turn. Emerging from the vibrant nightlife of 1980s London, Bowery cultivated a provocative and unapologetically bold presence that spanned underground clubs, galleries, theatres, and the urban streetscape.His radical approach transformed clothing and makeup into living art forms—akin to painting and sculpture in motion—challenging and expanding traditional perceptions of aesthetics, sexuality, and gender. In a bid to solidify his legacy, Bowery devoted himself to his band Minty, which quickly became notorious for its shocking headlines and...2025-06-211h 15
The CKP Future Books PodcastS5 Ep11: William S. FrisbeeLongtime CKP fan favorite William “Bill” Frisbee joins the show to discuss his new military scifi novel, OPERATION SERAPHIM, the latest entry in the Last Marines series. Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: · Assault by Chris Kennedy (The Symbiote Wars) · Kosche’s Madness by H.Y. Gregor (Milesian Accords) · Snake by Alex Rath and Fred Hughes (The Chronicles of Brittania) · Operation Seraphim by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines) · This I swear by Robert Hampson and Sandra Medlock (4HU) Inter...2025-06-0948 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Holly JohnsonHolly Johnson, the charismatic lead singer of the 1980s phenomenon Frankie Goes to Hollywood, rose to fame with three consecutive number ones: "Relax," "Two Tribes," and "The Power of Love." However, the band's split in 1989 marked the beginning of a tumultuous journey for Johnson, particularly after his HIV/AIDS diagnosis in 1991.The press coverage surrounding his condition often overshadowed his remarkable musical talent, prompting Johnson to reflect on his experiences in his autobiography, ‘A Bone in my Flute.’ As he navigated his health crisis, he also embraced his roles as a songwriter, author, and artist, showcasing his work...2025-06-081h 13
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Gaétan Dugas Patient Hero & Zero PatienceGaétan Dugas was an effervescent gay French Canadian flight attendant renowned among his colleagues for his bold declarations that he would one day become a 'star.' At the age of 32, his life was tragically cut short due to AIDS-related complications. Despite his light-hearted claims, Gaétan became posthumously infamous when, in 1987, he was exposed by author and journlaist Randy Shilts as being the individual responsible for introducing AIDS to North America, earning him the label of "patient zero."This unwarranted infamy inflicted profound pain on his family and friends, as he was denounced as a "mo...2025-05-311h 19
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - David Carr 2/2When David Carr died in 1959, medical professionals recorded an unusual immune condition on his death certificate, which was largely forgotten until 1990 when the world learned that he had supposedly been the first AIDS patient. This claim was swiftly shattered in 1995 when a team of HIV specialists in America examined Carr's tissue samples, revealing that the HIV found did not originate from him. Instead, they discovered two different strands of DNA, the isolated HIV sample aligning more closely with strains prevalent in the late 1980s and early 1990s, not 1959 when David died. As the implications of this revelation...2025-05-1749 min
Science In ActionVaccinating rabies’ reservoir dogsIn 2015, the World Health Organisation set the goal of eradicating rabies deaths from dog-bites to “Zero by 2030”. A team at the University of Glasgow and colleagues in Tanzania have been assessing the efficacy of dog vaccination schemes for reducing the numbers of human infections over the last 20 years. As Prof Katie Hampson tells Science in Action, in rural areas especially, vaccinating dog populations does work, but you need to keep at it, and not leave patches untouched. It should be funded as a public health measure, rather than a veterinary issue. Last weekend, the remains of a fail...2025-05-1538 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - David Carr 1/2In April 1959, David Carr, a 25-year-old man from Manchester, was admitted to Manchester Royal Infirmary with an undiagnosed illness that baffled a team of three doctors and several specialists. Over the course of his twenty-week stay, his condition deteriorated alarmingly, culminating in his death at the end of August 1959.Writing for The Lancet in October 1960, the medical team postulated that Carr's immune system had been compromised, displaying symptoms indicative of an AIDS-related illness—though this was unrecognised at the time. A post-mortem examination later revealed pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, a well-known AIDS-related complication. It wasn't until the late 1980s...2025-05-1043 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Employment ClaimsThose affected or infected with HIV/AIDS have often faced ostracism from friends, family, and workplaces, casting a shadow over their already challenging circumstances. The experiences of four men—Andrew Peters, Michael Buck, Andrew Fay, and David Morgan—highlight the grim realities of discrimination during the height of the AIDS crisis. Peters was dismissed from his position as a restaurant manager simply for allowing a television crew to film a segment in his establishment, aiming to raise awareness about the pandemic. Buck, a cinema projectionist with 17 years of service, was let go solely due to his sexual orie...2025-05-031h 06
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Todd ShuttleworthTodd Shuttleworth, at the age of 31, faced life-altering news when he was diagnosed with AIDS in June 1984, a devastating revelation that led to his employer, in Broward County, Florida, discovering his condition and subsequently terminating his position as a Budget Analyst.Todd became one of the first individuals in the United States to take legal action against the county for wrongful dismissal, marking the beginning of a protracted legal battle that paralleled his personal struggle with the illness.As he sought treatment in San Francisco, Todd's journey became emblematic of a broader fight for rights...2025-04-191h 03
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - AIDS v AIPSIn the 1980s, society grappled with the grim reality of the AIDS epidemic, but it was the subsequent emergence of 'AIPS' —AIDS Induced Panic Syndrome— that reshaped the public narrative. While AIDS was a tangible threat, the hysteria of AIPS often overshadowed the actual disease, leading to an array of absurd stories that could easily be deemed laughable, such as the belief you could catch AIDS through sharing a swimming pool.Conversely, the darker side of AIPS manifested in horrifying incidents where innocent individuals, often misidentified as carriers of the virus, faced brutal physical and verbal abuse, rein...2025-04-0550 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 4/4Episode 4 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the struggles and realities faced by those living with AIDS. Nearly four decades later, as someone living with HIV, I feel it i...2025-03-291h 05
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 3/4Episode 3 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the struggles and realities faced by those living with AIDS. Nearly four decades later, as someone living with HIV, I feel it i...2025-03-221h 00
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 2/4Episode 2 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the struggles and realities faced by those living with AIDS. Nearly four decades later, as someone living with HIV, I feel it i...2025-03-151h 05
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 1/4Episode 1 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the struggles and realities faced by those living with AIDS. Nearly four decades later, as someone living with HIV, I feel it i...2025-03-081h 01
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The AIDS BanditsIn this series finale, we delve into the complex and often troubling interplay between fear and exploitation surrounding AIDS diagnoses. Cases emerge that spotlight individuals who, either through personal struggle or malintent, weaponised the stigma of AIDS to manipulate and harm others.Incidents of 'spitting', where individuals discharged saliva while claiming to be AIDS carriers, illustrate the depths of ignorance and the sheer panic they induced in victims. Equally disturbing are the stories of criminals wielding hypodermic needles, asserting that they contained HIV-infected blood.In some instances, victims were not merely threatened but actually pricked...2025-03-0154 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - HIV & Reckless TransmissionIn this episode, we examine two notable cases of what has been termed 'HIV reckless transmission,' an aspect of Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) where an individual transmits HIV to another without disclosing their status.During the trial of the first man in the UK to be prosecuted, the judge remarked that the case relied on “pitiful evidence," highlighting the inherent difficulties in establishing a clear connection between the accused's actions and the transmission of the virus.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - CR...2025-02-2247 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Court, Disinfectant & SpacesuitsIn this episode, we delve into the lives of three men whose HIV/AIDS status tragically intertwined with their court appearances, leading to a profound public outing by the media. Each individual faced not only the repercussions of their alleged crimes but also the harsh realities of stigma associated with their health condition.They were subjected to courtroom protocols that included the presence of personnel in “spacesuits” and for the first time in the courts history, stringent disinfection processes of the court dock, underscoring the societal fears surrounding HIV/AIDS at the time. While they received sentences for...2025-02-1549 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - 'The Mark Trotter Affair'The Mark Trotter Affair unfolded as a tragic narrative set against the backdrop of the 1980s and early 1990s AIDS crisis, highlighting the intersection of social activism and systemic failures. Mark Trotter, a 34-year-old social worker from Hackney, was a well-respected figure within the Labour movement, known for his commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations.However, following his untimely death in 1995 from AIDS, the press ignited a firestorm of allegations that branded him a paedophile. As the story developed, it came to light that several accusations had been made against him prior to his death, yet Merseyside...2025-02-0856 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Scammers & BlackmailersDuring the AIDS pandemic, a troubling subculture arose, characterised by exploitation. One woman, Ann Clague sold her HIV positive test results to fraudsters to enable them to make false claims for state benefits.Additionally, in two separate cases Frank Riolfo arrested and sentenced for blackmailing Tesco supermarket for £275,000p in 1994 by threatening to inject food with HIV. Coincidentally in the same year, 1994 two others, Michael Norman and Alexander Taylor had also blackmailed three supermarkets with a £12m demand otherwise they would inject cooked foods with HIV which saw them arrested and before the Judge at the Old Ba...2025-02-0140 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Bogus AIDS Cure & The Bogus AIDS DoctorJudge* Gloria presides over a high-profile case against Dr. James Sharp, exposed by investigative journalist Duncan Campbell and BBC's Watchdog of a fraudulent AIDS cure. Sharp faces the General Medical Council for misleading patients. Meanwhile, Mark Lloyd-Flynn was discovered stalking AIDS wards while posing as a doctor before being discovered interfering with patients care.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - CRIME SERIES: The Bogus AIDS Cure & The Bogus AIDS Doctor----------------------------------------------------Music / Instrumental by Aries Beats 'A Sin' + WEBSITE...2025-01-2548 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Cases of ManslaughterIn this episode, we examine two poignant cases related to HIV/AIDS where initial murder charges were reduced to manslaughter. One notable case is that of nine-year-old Emma Poizer, whose mother, Angela, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. Angela’s plea was influenced by her belief that she was living with AIDS, leading her to act out of a misguided desire to protect her daughter from what she perceived to be her own inevitable fate.The second case involves Ashley Gillard, who, after disclosing his HIV status to a casual lover, faced a ho...2024-12-0736 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Michele LupoCASE FILE 1b: Michele Lupo is arrested in an undercover police sting and charged for four murders and three attempted murders. He tells detectives he felt “abused” by friends and society as reason for random murder.However, Lupo tests positive for AIDS while in custody and detectives believe AIDS is motive for murder. As the investigation deepens, so do the headlines and wild police theories.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - MURDER FILES: Michele Lupo----------------------------------------------------Part 1: The Victims2024-11-301h 05
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Jim, Tony, Damien & The Man with the Tartan ScarfCASE FILE 1a: In 1986, a series of tragic events unfolded in London, resulting in the murder of four men and an attempted murder of three others. The pivotal moment came when one of the survivors courageously identified Michele del Marco Lupo as the assailant in a local gay pub, leading to his arrest and a sentence of four life terms.Despite the extensive media coverage that followed, the details surrounding the victims and the tragic circumstances of their deaths remained largely underexplored. In recent years, the narrative has been further complicated by various entertainers—drag queens, comedians, an...2024-11-231h 35
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - In Their Own Words USAAs the AIDS pandemic began to unfold in San Francisco, a wave of courageous gay men emerged, bravely voicing their experiences of stigma and isolation. These activists played a crucial role in raising awareness and challenging the pervasive fear and ignorance surrounding the disease. Their efforts spurred the rise of numerous organisations and charities, mobilising to provide care, support, and compassion to those affected. In an environment rife with discrimination, these individuals and groups became a beacon of hope, advocating for change and solidarity within a community that was suffering deeply yet remained resilient in its quest...2024-10-121h 04
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - In Their Own WordsIn 1985, four men, Adam Szczotko, Andrew Blyth, Bil Ayres, and Jo Walker each spoke on prime time television about their HIV diagnosis and the stigma around it. Speaking publicly challenged misinformation and societal backlash, humanising the struggles of those with HIV and promoting awareness and compassion. Their courage remains crucial in the fight against stigma and in advocating for the rights and respect of those affected by HIV/AIDS, even four decades on. This is their story, their voices, in their own words.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:2024-10-051h 11
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Rev. Gregory RichardsAustralian-born Reverend Gregory Richards, who began his tenure at a Feltham Parish in December 1976, quickly gained attention from the British press, earning the moniker “globe-trotting vicar” due to his extensive travels and community engagements. However, less than a decade later, the narrative surrounding him shifted dramatically when he became known as the “AIDS Priest” and “AIDS Chaplain.” This change stemmed from his work not just in the parish, but with young offenders at Chelmsford Prison and a gay man now with an AIDS diagnosis.As HIV/AIDS was labelled the “gay plague,” tabloid journalists flocked to London’s gay clubs in sea...2024-09-2838 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Christopher EgnerChris Egner embodied a vibrant spirit in his twenties, marked by an infectious enthusiasm and a deep-rooted faith that compelled him to help those in need. In 1984, his commitment reached new heights with an 'Organ Marathon,' where he showcased his remarkable talent by performing over 700 compositions, earning recognition in both regional and national newspapers.His dedication to community support was unwavering, so when the urgent call for blood donors arose, he responded without hesitation. Tragically, Chris remained unaware that he was HIV positive—a grim reality stemming from systemic failings highlighted by the Infected Blood Inquiry. Hi...2024-09-211h 02
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - John LewisJOHN LEWIS was a Canadian-born music composer who gained a bachelor in Music, along with several awards and distinctions.As the 1970s got underway John came to London and was commissioned to compose music scores for the renowned Ballet Rambert. A chance encounter at Rambert Studios and an interest in buying a synthesiser led John to join Brian Hodgson at his established, Electrophon Studio in Covent Garden. The pair composed music, released albums, and worked with well-known names from the music scene.Little did John know that with all the trappings of London’s gay sc...2024-09-141h 18
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Three Doctor'sIt was one thing to have your HIV/AIDS diagnosis and your private life dragged through the British press. It was another if you were a respected medical or healthcare professional with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.In 1992 & 1993 Dr. Curran, Dr. Clayton & Dr. Shuttleworth were not only vilified for their private lives but had their professional reputation scrutinised by the press causing widespread panic among their patients and the public. It is unforgivable that their reporting of these men didn’t show them the same level of care and compassion the Doctor’s showed their patients.All...2024-09-0739 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Martin JohnsonMartin Johnson met the late Diana, Princess of Wales on her first visit to the UK’s first AIDS hospice in February 1989.But no stranger to the press Martin was ‘outed’ as a gay man when subject to a police “raid” which saw him arrested along with 36 of his birthday guests in 1982. Accused of hosting an “orgy” Martin put his case before the European Court of Human Rights, but what did they rule?All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - MARTIN JOHNSON...2024-08-3159 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Roy CornesIn 1992 Roy Cornes was a 24-year-old haemophiliac, infected with HIV through contaminated blood products. Through no fault of his own he then found himself at the centre of a worldwide media frenzy.Roy’s life was turned upside down by one woman who alleged Roy was “knowingly” and deliberately spreading HIV to women. The media dubbed him a “maniac”, a “monster” and the “AIDS Casanova”. With plans for “hits” on his life & MPs raising urgent questions, we look at what happened next!All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - ROY...2024-08-2444 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - "Do Not Revive-AIDS"“DO NOT REVIVE - AIDS” was the suicide note left by grammar school teacher John Hutchinson in August 1986. John's friends told the inquest he hadn’t seemed himself days before his death. John perhaps foreseeing his recent HIV test result being positive, without ever learning the outcome of his test.We also look at two young men who took their own lives merely for ‘suspecting’ or ‘fearing’ they had HIV/AIDS. The coroner giving his verdict alluded to the then-recent 1988 AIDS campaigns and the fear and stigma they whipped up as not being helpful. With both young men testing ne...2024-08-1737 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Norman RedmanWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.In a series finale Will & Gloria head to Brighton for the bank holiday weekend. Through the papers, the pair learn about the life of the UK’s first openly gay football referee, Norman Redman from West Sussex. However, very little is made of his years of campaigning for gay rights and HIV/AIDS prevention and care. Norman had to first contend with teams refusing to...2024-06-0153 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Roger YoudWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.In 1985 a 29-year-old man named Roger Youd was subject to a court order to be detained in Monsall Hospital when expressing he wanted to merely “go home”. Manchester council stated the order under the Public Health Act 1984 was sought because Roger was "bleeding" and given he had “AIDS” he was in their view “very dangerous” to the public. Little did they know the story would cause...2024-05-2558 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Child FirstsWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.In a series of child first’s, we hear the emotional accounts from brave parents who sadly lost their child to AIDS.Irene, a mother who only learned she was HIV positive days before delivering twins discovers she only passed HIV to one of her twins. Doctors said only one of the twins contracting HIV was an “amazingly unusual case” and said to be...2024-05-1840 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Ivan Cohen & Shane SnapeWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.Two men around 30, each with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis are on the same hospital ward. One is a patient and the other, a nurse. Both men were photographed with the late Diana, Princess of Wales as she opened the UK’s first HIV/AIDS ward at London’s Middlesex Hospital in 1987. The patient on the ward only agreed to be photographed if he h...2024-05-1139 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Artist Edward CairnsWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.Scottish artist Edward Cairns, 34, who was also a gay man was found dead at his London home in October 1984. Edward’s untimely death which was thought to be AIDS-related, fell under the scrutiny of the West London Coroner Dr. John Burton. And it didn’t go unnoticed by the Coroner, the sensational headlines in the tabloid press along with the media presence at the inqu...2024-05-0437 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - TVPS 'This Is Your HIVstory'Will heads to Slough to surprise the hosts of The HIV podcast, Sarah & Jess. The trio then take a look at the HIVstory of the charity behind the podcast, ‘Thames Valley Positive Support’.Between them, they unearth articles long since forgotten from the newspaper archives spanning the last four decades. Articles that include letters from readers with language that leave the pair spitting feathers. Sarah & Jess are then surprised, if not overwhelmed, to hear from two very special guests that were at the heart of it all in the 1980s & 90s.All articles and relevant docu...2024-04-201h 13
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Vikram AdvaniWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic.When London dentist Vikram Advani died of AIDS-related complications in 1993. Every major newspaper up and down the land seized the opportunity to vilify and stigmatise his good name and besmirch his reputation as a dentist and the memory of those closest to him.Mr Advani’s former lover and loyal friend Dr Keith Watts, also diagnosed HIV positive and later dying of AI...2024-04-1345 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Del SinclairWill & Gloria once again delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic. Featured in this episode is prisoner Del Sinclair, by his own admission had a string on convictions behind him. In 1985 he was featured in a national newspaper declaring he intended to ‘go straight’ and even publish a book on Prison food with a working title ‘The Good? Prison Food Guide’. However, 4 weeks later back on remand he routinely tested HIV positive and faced threats of violence from oth...2024-04-0653 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - Paul SomesWill & Gloria delve into the British newspaper archives and attempt to unpick the real stories, of real people behind the sensational and attention-grabbing headlines of the 80s and 90s AIDS pandemic. Featured in this episode is the moving story of a 25-year-old man from Portsmouth, Paul Somes who died in Police custody in 1987.Two national newspapers published articles devoid of any sympathy and instead chose to vilify and humiliate Paul for being an "AIDS sufferer" [living with HIV] before the entire nation. Will & Gloria seek to find any surviving family to give Paul a voice, perhaps share...2024-03-3045 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesAIDS: The Lost Voices - The Lost PetitionBefore delving into the British newspaper archives and their reporting of the AIDS pandemic in the 80s and 90s. Will & Gloria first spill the tea’ on the press of today and ask why the gay media particularly, remained silent when asked to support the official UK Government HIV Stigma Petition.XTRA TEA BLOG POST: The HIV Stigma PetitionThe HIV PodcastAIDS 1987 Monolith 'Falling Tombstone' TV Campaign UK----------------------------------------------------Music / Instrumental by Aries Beats 'A Sin' + WEBSITE----------------------------------------------------Third-party media: Used under 'fair use' for th...2024-03-2336 min
The HIV Podcast...with William HampsonYou may know him from being the author of The Lost Boys of Soho, or from spearheading the recent petition calling for the Government to run another national HIV campaign. That right, this week Sarah and Jess sat down and had a great chat with the funny, insightful and always honest, William Hampson!TW: Please note this episode has adult themes, mentions of rape and suicide and frequent swearing. Please take care listening if any of this many be a trigger or could offend you.THE LOST BOYS of SOHO eBook : Hampson, William...2024-02-1635 min
AIDS: The Lost VoicesSpillin' the Tea with Gloria: World AIDS Day 2023Gloria spills the tea with author William Hampson on World AIDS Day 2023. They discuss his experience of HIV stigma over the last three years and why he started a UK government petition calling for the government to 'finish what it started' after being silent for almost 40 years since the 1987 AIDS tombstone campaign. And asks why the gay/LGBT media has been unwilling to cover the petition?SIGN THE HIV PETITION: Launch a campaign on HIV to tell the public that Undetectable = Untransmittable - Petitions (parliament.uk)THE HIV PODCAST: Don't Die of Ignorance - the...2023-12-0258 min
Kratom SobrietyE22 Kratom and Pseudoindoxyl MetabolitesGuest analysis about kratom pharmacology with academic references for this episode's commentary. Contact info at end of the show notes if you are seeking help quitting kratom.
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This Podcast Doesn't ExistEp. 138: Eyeball Leeches: The Mysterious Case of William H. Bates WITH SPECIAL GUEST HOLLANDWe’re back with our resident death ambassador, Holland, this week to discuss the odd, messy, and overall just wild case of William H. Bates. First he disappears, then he reappears, then he takes a left turn with his career in "eyes." Buckle in as we jump around from North Dakota to TikTok diet influencers to truck nuts on a Saturn, because it’s weird and we’d like to talk about it.
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The ProwlerAround the Mill - March 8, 2023This week’s “Around the Mill” features interviews with the cast and crew of Starr’s Mill’s recent musical, “Anastasia.” Staff Writer Adaleigh Weber talks to senior William Hampson, who played Count Lpolitov and one of the Romanovs in the production. Weber also speaks to backstage crew member sophomore Kendra Anderson about how she assisted in putting together the musical.2023-03-0804 minThe HIV PodcastHIV and BlackmailIn the first of our blackmail mini series we take a look at what constitutes blackmail and what do to if you’re being blackmailed or harassed about your HIV status.SourcesFactors to be proven in order to establish blackmail - InBrief.co.ukThe law on confidentiality and HIV status | aidsmapWhat to do when someone outs your HIV status - Positive PeersFurther InfoTHE LOST BOYS of SOHO eBook : Hampson, William: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle StoreThe Lost Boys of...2023-01-0638 minThis Podcast Doesn't ExistRepost #2: Ep.3: The Group Project from Hell: Who was William Shakespeare?Here comes repost number two, this time in honor of the show that has been taking up all of Shannon's summer hours. Buckle in for this episode as we delve into everything that might be right about the man, the myth, the legend, William Shakespeare.
We all know Shakespeare’s plays, but do we actually know the man? This week we explore the theory that Shakespeare is not at all who he says he is. Was he merely a player? Or a woman? Or even the QUEEN OF ENGLAND?! Come expound on all the possibilities with us!
Sources:
-Shakespeare conspiracy
-I...2022-08-121h 03
In TouchCovid and Sight Loss; Retinitis Pigmentosa ResearchPreviously on In Touch, Dr Peter Hampson, clinical Director of the Association of Optometrists warned of a possible link between Covid-19 and sight loss. We talk to Criminal Lawyer Paul Bacon and former children's Laureate Michael Rosen about their personal experience of this. We also get an update from Dr Hampson on what the latest data tells us.Retinitis Pigmentosa is the most common inherited eye condition, affecting around one in four thousand people in the UK. Currently, there is no known cure or effective treatments that can stop it's progression. Do the latest scientific advances give...2022-07-2618 min
SundayPsalm 23 Garden, Sanctuary, Muslim Sibling RivalryThe Chelsea Flower Show finally opens its doors on Monday 20th September. Reporter Vishva Samani went behind the scenes for a sneak preview of The Bible Society’s Garden, Psalm 23, designed by Sarah Eberle The Assisted Dying Bill gets its second reading in the Lords next month. As the debate gains momentum, our Presenter William Crawley asks how we can find more comfortable and beneficial ways of talking about the subject of death and dying. He’s joined by Liz Slade, Chief Officer of the General Assembly of Unitarian and Free Christian Churches and Dr. Hina Shahid, GP a...2021-09-1943 min
The Firefighters Podcast#076 Ruth Lee Ltd - FOR PROFESSIONALS WHO SAVE LIVES with Sarah Hampson & Stuart CheethamMy guests today are Sarah Hampson & Stuart Cheetham from Ruth Lee Ltd Ruth Lee Ltd is a world-leading provider of life-like manikins and training aids to rescue training experts worldwide: Fire & Rescue Services, Paramedics, Ministry of Defence, Airports, National Lifeboat Institutions & Coastguards, Offshore operators and a multitude of International Search & Rescue organizations.They have been manufacturing rescue training manikins for a quarter of a century and specialize in bringing training to life; making it as realistic as it can be. Our experience and knowledge is unrivaled and we are today recognized...2021-04-2155 minThis Podcast Doesn't ExistEp. 3: The Group Project from Hell: Who was William Shakespeare?We all know Shakespeare’s plays, but do we actually know the man? This week we explore the theory that Shakespeare is not at all who he says he is. Was he merely a player? Or a woman? Or even the QUEEN OF ENGLAND?! Come expound on all the possibilities with us!
Sources:
-Shakespeare conspiracy
-Inside the Weird World of Shakespeare Conspiracy Theories
-Was Shakespeare a Woman?
-"Who really wrote Shakespeare?" by Robert McCrum (who looks like the most dour middle-aged Englishman you can think of)2020-10-301h 00
Get Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Apocalyptic & DystopianFantastic Hope by Laurell K. Hamilton, Patricia BriggsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/400728 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Fantastic Hope Author: Laurell K. Hamilton, Patricia Briggs Narrator: Kimberly Alexis, Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 9 minutes Release date: April 7, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Apocalyptic & Dystopian Publisher's Summary: A collection of sixteen sci-fi and fantasy stories edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton and author William McCaskey. A child’s wish for her father comes true. The end of the world has never been so much fun. Conquering personal demons becomes all too real. It’s no...2020-04-0710 min
Get Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Apocalyptic & DystopianFantastic Hope by Laurell K. Hamilton, Patricia BriggsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/400728to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Fantastic Hope
Author: Laurell K. Hamilton, Patricia Briggs
Narrator: Kimberly Alexis, Holter Graham
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 9 minutes
Release date: April 7, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 9
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Apocalyptic & Dystopian
Publisher's Summary:
A collection of sixteen sci-fi and fantasy stories edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton and author William McCaskey. A child’s wish for her father comes true. The end of the world has never been so much fun. Conquering personal demons becomes all too real. It’s not...2020-04-071h 09
Explore New Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science FictionFantastic Hope by Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. HamiltonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/400728 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Fantastic Hope Author: Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton Narrator: Kimberly Alexis, Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 9 minutes Release date: April 7, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Science Fiction Publisher's Summary: A collection of sixteen sci-fi and fantasy stories edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton and author William McCaskey. A child’s wish for her father comes true. The end of the world has never been so much fun. Conquering personal demons becomes all too real. It’s no...2020-04-0710 minExplore New Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science FictionFantastic Hope by Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. HamiltonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/400728to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Fantastic Hope
Author: Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton
Narrator: Kimberly Alexis, Holter Graham
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 9 minutes
Release date: April 7, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 9
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Science Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A collection of sixteen sci-fi and fantasy stories edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton and author William McCaskey. A child’s wish for her father comes true. The end of the world has never been so much fun. Conquering personal demons becomes all too real. It’s not...2020-04-071h 09
De Mississippi a Nueva YorkDe Mississippi a Nueva York - Smither, Carles & Sofia, Hampson, Schuman, Dearie... - 27/06/18Empezamos este último programa de la temporada con el cantautor de Mississippi, Chris Smither. Después charlamos con los dos integrantes del dúo de piano Carles y Sofia que nos presentan su nuevo álbum, Goyescas in New York. A continuación escuchamos dos canciones líricas interpretadas por el barítono norteamericano Thomas Hampson, seguimos con el Tríptico de Nueva Inglaterra de William Schuman, y finalizamos con tres temas de jazz interpretados por Julie London, Chet Baker, y la cantante y pianista neoyorquina Blossom Dearie. Playlist: Sintonía: ANÓNIMO: Rosie. “Coro” de presos trabajando / C. M. LOEFFLER / POE: To...2018-06-2759 min
Oxford Comparative Criticism and Translation (OCCT)OCCT event - The Creativity of Criticism part fourShort presentation by Dr Martyn Harry (Music) followed by discussion. This seminar launched the Languages of Criticism project which brings together experts in literature, film, visual art and music to pursue a comparative investigation of criticism’s practices, their intellectual basis, and the potential for re-grounding and enriching them. We used examples from a variety of art forms to initiate questions regarding the creative possibilities of criticism.
Among those present were Céline Sabiron, Ben Morgan, Mohamed-Salah Omri, Emma Ben Ayoun, Bryony Skelton, James Bond, Kamile Vaupsaite, Ellen Jones, Giovanni Mezzano, Xiaofan Amy Li, G. Lawson Conquer, Mia Cuthbertson, Junting Hua...2014-12-1910 minOxford Comparative Criticism and Translation (OCCT)OCCT event - The Creativity of Criticism part threeShort presentation by Dr Jason Gaiger (Ruskin School) followed by discussion. This seminar launched the Languages of Criticism project which brings together experts in literature, film, visual art and music to pursue a comparative investigation of criticism’s practices, their intellectual basis, and the potential for re-grounding and enriching them. We used examples from a variety of art forms to initiate questions regarding the creative possibilities of criticism.
Among those present were Céline Sabiron, Ben Morgan, Mohamed-Salah Omri, Emma Ben Ayoun, Bryony Skelton, James Bond, Kamile Vaupsaite, Ellen Jones, Giovanni Mezzano, Xiaofan Amy Li, G. Lawson Conquer, Mia Cuthbertson, Jun...2014-12-1911 minOxford Comparative Criticism and Translation (OCCT)OCCT event - The Creativity of Criticism part oneShort presentation by Andrew Klevan, followed by discussion. This seminar launched the Languages of Criticism project which brings together experts in literature, film, visual art and music to pursue a comparative investigation of criticism’s practices, their intellectual basis, and the potential for re-grounding and enriching them. We used examples from a variety of art forms to initiate questions regarding the creative possibilities of criticism.
Among those present were Céline Sabiron, Ben Morgan, Mohamed-Salah Omri, Emma Ben Ayoun, Bryony Skelton, James Bond, Kamile Vaupsaite, Ellen Jones, Giovanni Mezzano, Xiaofan Amy Li, G. Lawson Conquer, Mia Cuthbertson, Junting Huang, Rafe Ham...2014-09-2018 min
WILDERWORLD142 - Friends of Alec Wilder Concert Highlights (2009)This year’s concert in New York was yet another rich and moving presentation of the varied musical talents of Alec Wilder. Here are some highlights from an afternoon of wondrous performancesAll words and music by Alec Wilder except as notedMovements I, III and IV from Suite No. 2 for Tenor Saxophone and Strings (for Zoot Sims 1966) and Movement III from Suite No. 1 for Tenor Saxophone and Strings (for Stan Getz) [see wilderworld 88] David Demsey saxophone, Billy Test pianoEvening Song (Soft Through the Woodland) from Hansel and Gretel; words by William Engvick; Kr...2009-05-0126 min