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Joy Morgan’s family describes how she was a loving girl until she joined an obscure religious group.

Joy was a student midwife who went missing on Boxing Day 2018. Her mum Carol says she was a caring daughter who wanted to go on to become a doctor. But then Joy joined a controversial church and started to call her sister a demon because she was mixed race. Joy had been missing for two months and her family were desperate for information. Then they receive a call from the police that changes everything.

Presented by Cherry Wilson, The Murder of Joy Morgan is a six-part series that follows Joy’s family for 12 months as they try to make sense of what’s happened. It delves into Joy’s involvement in a controversial church - where she met her killer.

Produced by Cherry Wilson and Duncan Middleton. It is a BBC Newsbeat production for BBC Radio 1

Jeremiah Asiamah explores the roots of his decision to wait for ‘the one’ with his old friend Ali.

When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him.

Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah.

In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance.

And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power.

Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Will Simms, a music producer who believes in sex as a way to connect with a higher power.

When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him.

Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah.

In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance.

And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power.

Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Loren, who waited for ‘the one’ and was married at the age of 20.

When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him.

Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah.

In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance.

And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power.

Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah meets Kate, who loves sex, and thinks waiting is a waste of time.

When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him.

Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah.

In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance.

And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power.

Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.

DJ and presenter Jeremiah Asiamah fills Reece Parkinson in on his new series about waiting for ‘the one’ to have sex.

When he tells people that he’s still a virgin, people often don’t even believe him.

Despite the temptations of a life spent in and out of clubs though, the situation is very much a reality for Jeremiah.

In this series for BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, Jeremiah challenges his views by meeting up with individuals who have a conflicting stance.

And that includes the music producer Will Simms, who has experimented with sex as a way to develop a connection to a higher power.

Jeremiah will also be exploring the roots of his own decision with individuals who share his values; a deeply personal decision linked to faith, family, friends, confidence, bullying, colourism, ambition and temptation.

Danielle discovers the difference that freedom makes to those with mental illness.

On a sunny afternoon in South London, Danielle meets Idara, a young woman who has spent several weeks as an inpatient on a psychiatric ward and is now in recovery. They share their experiences of the hospital environment, and the way it can make you feel.

Danielle discovers an alternative way of treating people with mental health disorders when Idara introduces her to the Mosaic Clubhouse, a unique charity where visitors are treated as ‘members’, rather than ‘patients’.

Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others.

Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.

When Seni Lewis was sectioned, his story made the news. Danielle meets his mother, Aji Lewis. She describes what happened to her son, and why she decided to change the law. As a result of her son’s treatment in hospital, Aji Lewis lead a seven-year campaign to find out the truth about what happened.

In this episode Danielle learns about the physical restraint that is sometimes used during a detention under the mental health act. Restraint is used in order to ensure a vulnerable individual’s safety, and ensure the safety of those around them. But can it ever be dangerous?

Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others.

Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.

Danielle’s best friend Em helps her to revisit some of the darkest moments in her life. They explore what it feels like to watch someone you love lose touch with reality.

In this episode, you’ll hear about what it’s like to experience psychosis – a mental health condition that can involve vivid hallucinations and delusions. Danielle and Em will also describe what happens when someone is sectioned, step-by-step. This is something they both have a close personal experience of. At what point do you spot that something isn’t quite right? When do you call the crisis services? What happens when you get to hospital?

Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others.

Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.

Danielle describes a childhood dominated by her mum’s detentions under section.

Danielle’s mother was a loving, fun and colourful character. She knew everyone in the neighborhood. However, she also had bipolar disorder, which meant that she often experienced long and intense periods of depression. Danielle and her brothers often had to look after themselves. And, when their mum was detained in hospital, they would have to go and stay out of town with their Nan. This could be for weeks at a time.

At the time, nobody explained what was going on. Now, Danielle is ready to find out.

Presented by Danielle Manning, Sectioned is a five-part series that explores what it means to be sectioned under the mental health act and how it can change your life. Hear the stories of people with lived experience of being sectioned and discover what it means to have your freedom taken away for your own safety, and the safety of others.

Produced by Maddie Hickish. The Executive Producer is Nick Minter. It is a Wisebuddah production for BBC Radio 1.