Amy Talks

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_

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

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In this episode of Amy Talks, I discuss an issue that affects everyone at some point in their lives - anxiety. For some, it can be a driving test or exam that fills them with fear, for others it's a very debilitating condition that has a massive effect on their mental health. Also there's a great good news story that concerns flying and violins.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (via ITV News) - http://www.itv.com/news/2018-05-25/professional-violinist-offers-calming-performance-for-delayed-flight-passengers/

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

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Conspiracy theories are all the rage at the moment - is Paul McCartney really dead? Who is Lil Miquela? I explore these mysteries and more as they're very fascinating to me (even if I don't always believe them!). Which ones are your favourites? Be sure to let me know on Twitter or Facebook @amytalkspodcast.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (via the Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/3rd-grader-born-without-hands-adds-another-national-award-for-penmanship-to-her-trophy-case/

- Shane Dawson Conspiracy video playlist - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbwR_uHhiI0&list=PLDs0tNoNYTz2e3dax_MtldWVf_7XrX6ij

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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Having worked at ITN for over 35 years, ITV News' current Europe Editor has certainly experienced a lot in the name of news journalism. I quiz him about taking his entire family abroad, reporting on the election of Nelson Mandela and the internet's fascination with his eyebrows.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (via Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/airline-is-protecting-hawaiian-coral-reefs-by-giving-free-non-toxic-sunscreen-to-tourists/

- 6 People with The Most Amazing Eyebrows (via Buzzfeed) - https://www.buzzfeed.com/brimfulofashah/6-people-with-the-most-amazing-eyebrows-988s?utm_term=.dpm7EBJOM#.tloLkYV5X

- James on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jamesmatesitv

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

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Artist Hann Fernee is known for her drawings on Instagram, but where does she get her inspiration for chibi drawings that get her noticed by her favourite people? She speaks to me about this and more, including what it's like to be on Catfish: The TV Show's fan special, showcasing her art and her interview with Max Joseph and Nev Schulman.

Links mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (from the Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/uk-supermarket-chain-to-ban-the-use-of-palm-oil-from-its-line-of-branded-products/

- Hann on Instagram - https://instagram.com/chibivilageartist

- Chibi Village on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChibiVillage

- Chibi Village on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chibivillage/

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

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Mental health is a big awareness topic at the moment, as more and more people come forward with their stories of how it has affected them or someone they know.

As a behavioural health practitioner of more than 20 years, Kristin Walker knows all about how mental illnesses can shape someone's future. She created a podcast network of people who suffer from different conditions and discusses with me how addiction to technology can be damaging to people's mental health.

Links I mentioned in the show:

- Good news story (from the Good News Network) - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/recovering-addict-gives-free-gym-memberships-to-those-who-want-to-stay-sober/

- Kristin on Twitter - https://twitter.com/MHNRNetwork

- The Mental Health News Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MentalHealthNewsRadioNetwork/

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

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