As we're into 2019, it's time to refresh the show a bit - I've given it a new look and will be making lots of new episodes for your listening pleasure. I hope you enjoy what is to come throughout the year.

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It's taken a little while, but Part 2 of the End-Of-Year Special for 2018 is finally here! Listen as I catch up with more guests and play clips from past episodes. More is to come from me in 2019, so be sure to check back here soon.

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In part one of this two-part End-Of-Year Special, I reconnect with some of my guests throughout 2018 and ask them about how their year has been. I also spill some gossip about the production of episodes, as well as telling you why I decided to speak about a certain subject/to a certain person.

Part 2: Coming 27th December 2018.

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Since it's nearly the end of the year, I decided to give you all a life update from me, including my Christmas plans, passing my driving test and more. I also give you lovely people an exclusive preview of the End-Of-Year special coming at the end of December.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good News Story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/firefighter-keen-on-comedy-dresses-up-like-buddy-the-elf-and-starts-pillow-fights-with-shoppers-in-boston-and-its-hilarious/

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Have you ever wondered how to change your situation and be happier? Podcaster and journalist Maura Sweeney provides advice for just this problem and more, including her favourite quotes, what her work involves and how to stay positive with 24/7 negative news on the TV. Live Happy, Inside and Out.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Good News Story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/man-holding-baby-for-stranger-doing-paperwork-is-melting-hearts/

Maura's Website: http://maura4u.com/

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Drugs are rife at music festivals, and Chris Brady's job is to go to festivals and test what people are taking. We discuss what has been found in these samples, the public attitude to drug users and more.

Links mentioned in the episode:

- Good News Story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/when-radio-station-hears-about-mom-struggling-to-care-for-sick-son-they-give-her-surprise-she-will-never-forget/

- The Loop on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theloop_uk/

- The Loop on Twitter - https://twitter.com/wearetheloopuk

- 'Crush, Dab, Wait' Campaign - https://wearetheloop.org/crush-dab-wait/

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Music: "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this episode, I explore unrealistic beauty standards, including Instagram and the pressure to be beautiful, as well as the bizarre trend of people getting surgery to look like their selfies.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good News Story (via Good News Network): https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/simple-solution-provides-the-homeless-with-housing-and-jobs-in-one-fell-swoop/

- This Morning Interview (I Had Surgery To Look Like My Selfie) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFy-0GLlXlc 

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Music: "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Ever dreamed you could celebrate Christmas every day? Andy Park is living that dream, by celebrating Christmas 365 days a year for the last 25 years. He joins me to discuss his daily routine, potentially ending his festive celebrations and having celebrities like Joey Essex and Eamonn Holmes join him for some Christmas joy.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good News Story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/every-night-for-the-last-10-years-community-has-made-sure-that-woman-in-wheelchair-gets-to-bed/

- Andy's Website - http://www.mrchristmas.co.uk/

- Follow Mr Christmas on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mr-Christmas-399026630174857/

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Music: "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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ITV's Transformation Street was an educational documentary for everyone. I interview one of the subjects of the show, Lucas Parker, about his transition from female to male, starting on hormones, the lovely people of the London Transgender Clinic and get his opinion on genderless toilets.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/recovering-addict-anonymously-pays-for-ambulance-crew-eating-breakfast/

- Lucas on Twitter & Instagram: @lucasparker96

- Lucas on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lucas-My-Journey-Into-Manhood-142158853130451/

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Music: "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a twin? Well I interview my twin sister Sarah and feed your curiosity, whilst also discussing whether books and movies portray the 3% of the population that are twins accurately.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (via BBC Breakfast/Facebook) - https://www.facebook.com/bbcbreakfast/videos/2149534975060629/

- Sarah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ohyeahitssarah_

If you want to hear more from me, please subscribe to the show on your favourite podcast platform by searching 'Amy Talks'. If you like these episodes, a five-star rating would be amazing.

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Music: "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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