Other programmes
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Cole's Christmas CatharsisCole's Christmas Catharsis is the second Metal music-based podcast from Cole, exclusively for Care Radio. He's put together a selection of his all-time favourite anti-Christmas tunes to five you a little relief from the relentless joy that come's our way every December!
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Cole Pirie's Now That's What I Call HalloweenJoin Cole, one of Care Radio's latest podcast presenters, for a selection of his favourite metal songs that represent Halloween and all things terrifyingly, loudly monstrous!
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Are You Aware We CareThere is a “hidden army” of young carers in the UK, a recent study reveals that 800,000 secondary aged young people in England are caring for a parent or sibling. This series follows six young and young-adult carers, hearing their stories, giving them a voice and learning about the daily challenges at different stages of life. Pictured are Host and Producer Grant Francis, with young carer Alicia.
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Blind Notes with Ravi SagooA series of one-to-one interviews with visually impaired musicians. Looking at their work, their musical loves, inspirations, and the special relationship music plays in their lives. Pictured are Host Ravi Sagoo with guest Sally Clay.
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ConnectionsAn engaging series of radio dramas by new writers with disabilities, performed by a mainly disabled cast. During the pandemic, we all experienced isolation in a way that many of us never normally encounter and having to make tough choices: this is a regular daily occurrence for those with disabilities.
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Fighting With PrideA documentary series, telling the stories of the personnel who epitomise the ban on LGBT+ people serving in the British Armed Forces The series tells ten powerful and often harrowing stories of veterans who were thrown out of the military because of their sexuality or gender identity, before the ban on LGBT+ personnel was lifted 21 years ago.
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GreenborneA brand-new radio soap opera set in the near future – making it a beacon of hope in a post Covid-19 return to normality.
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Linda Sage's A to Z of Emotional Wellbeing & ResilienceLinda is an award-winning international speaker, trainer, mentor and author. With practical, sustainable systems for enhancing emotional resilience, enabling change and enabling self-care. Her mantra “Self-care is not a luxury, it is a necessity.” Her passion now is to share her knowledge, expertise and strategies with as many people as possible to help them avoid the trauma of burnout.
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Young CarersAn occasional one-hour programme recognising, supporting and celebrating the work of young carers, presented by Luke Dudley and Lucy Hutton. They talk to the experts, those working with young carers and those being cared for, but mostly we hear from young carers up and down the UK from all walks of life.
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Pause For ThoughtAlan Sorensen and Willie Cameron share their thoughts across a range of subjects, all designed to help us take breath, appreciate what we have and strive to do the best for others.
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FeaturesEach and every week, our team of Care Radio presenters and reporters bring us a wealth of features where we hear about different charities, organisations, care workers, hospitals, hospices, care homes, carers, those being cared for and much much more. It's all about people
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Matt Rosser's Music With MeaningThis isn’t therapy, it’s just a radio show, but we hope it helps you to catch your breath at the start, end or middle of your week - depending on how your week, your shifts or your sleep works!
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My Family, Mental Illness.. & MeWe explore what it’s like to grow up in the shadow of mental illness with intimate conversation with someone in the public eye who has or had a parent with a mental illness, or mental health difficulties.
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PropsDuring the pandemic we were asked to isolate ourselves to protect others. But, long before Covid, many people were living with isolation and restriction in order to support someone else. Props is a radio series to spotlight the lived experience of these unsung heroes.
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MyraMyra is your trusted companion for navigating hospital stays, recovery, and ongoing care at home.
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Donate NowWe're a not for profit, please help support our work for Carers with a donation.
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Listen to our companion stationEasy listening from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Matt Monro and Shirley Bassey.
National & International News
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More snow and ice to hit UK as thousands with no power after Storm GorettiMore snow, ice and freezing fog will hit the UK after thousands of people were left with no power after Storm Goretti.
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Keir Starmer condemns killing of Iranian protesters and calls for restraintSir Keir Starmer has condemned the killing of protesters in Iran and urged Tehran to “exercise restraint” amid a crackdown on demonstrations against the regime.
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Coronation Street to air special flashforward episodeCoronation Street is to air a special “flashforward” episode which will offer viewers a glimpse into the drama that is set to unfold in 2026.
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Tens of thousands without power as Storm Goretti wreaks havoc across UKStorm Goretti continues to batter the UK with tens of thousands of Britons across the country facing widespread power cuts, travel disruption and school closures.
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Disability benefit claimants at risk of debt and poverty amid poor DWP serviceSome people are waiting more than a year to have their disability benefit claims processed amid “unacceptably poor service levels”, the Commons spending watchdog has found.
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Recruitment drive launched for jobs in prisons and probation serviceThe Government is launching a recruitment drive for jobs in the prison and probation service.