In this episode of 'The Latest', Magen and Fran sit down with Charles and Lindsey Hall, the parents of Sophie, a University of Leeds student who tragically took her own life last summer. They discuss the work that they are doing to raise awareness of mental health problems and their plans to tackle the MoRun in Sophie's memory.

If you are able to, please donate to their Go Fund Me Page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/our-angel-sophie-10k-challenge?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=sms&utm_source=customer

The Latest Podcast is spending November focusing their podcasts on Men's Mental Health Month, with a range of interviews and discussions to help better inform our listeners on how they can improve their own mental health and the mental health of those around them.

On the first episode of 'The Latest' for this year, Yasmin and Reiham interview Chris Waller, the founder of 'We Power On', a group which supports men with their mental health. Chris' 'Walk and Talk' initiative has led to a community being created, and he's even been invested in by TikTok entrepreneur Simon Squibb!

The Latest Podcast is spending November focusing their podcasts on Men's Mental Health Month, with a range of interviews and discussions to help better inform our listeners on how they can improve their own mental health and the mental health of those around them.

Chris' website: https://www.wepoweron.co.uk/

Chris' Instagram: @we_power_on

In this episode, Bella takes a look at this year's theme for IWD (#EmbracyEquity) & has a chat with some past & present LSR members about what being a woman means to them. From female friendships to changing the narrative of the male-dominated media industry, this episode has it all. And, it even features an interview with LSR alum & CEO of ITN, Rachel Corp.

Music Credits : 

Music by Music Unlimited from Pixabay

Music by Oleg Fedak from Pixabay

On Tuesday the 7th of February, Women in Journalism held a panel at the University of Leeds. Amelia, Izzy & Bella were given the opportunity to interview some of the panelists, where they asked questions about their careers and whether or not they had any advice for up-and-coming journalists.

In this special end-of-the-year episode, Bella, Nuno & Fran take a look at some of their favourite news stories from the year. To hear more content like this, tune into News of the Week, only on LSR.  

This is a special episode of the Latest, titled Queer in Qatar. This year's world cup has been marred in controversy so we wanted to know what the students of Leeds think about it. Join Rae for their deep dive into what queer people think about the Qatar World Cup & for their conversation with Bella & Carla on the issues being raised surrounding it. 

Ellie and Amelia speak with George, who attended the Just Stop Oil protests in London as a reporter to hear about his experience, the event and reception from the public. We also hear from student rebellion protesters who are currently occupying University buildings to hear about why they are there and the demands they have for the University. Ellie and Rae also speak to some more student protesters who attended a rally on campus to spread the message further about the demands of student rebellion, they also share some raw footage from the rally itself. 

Rae, Kate, Carla & Fran discuss the protests in Iran, following the death of Mahsa Amini, and find out what more we can do. They also have a chat with a representative from the universities Amnesty International group, to find out more about what's going on. 

Magen & Carla discuss what has happened within Parliament over the past few weeks & explore what the Tories have been up to. From the PM's resignation to the new leadership race, The Latest covers it all.

In their final edition of The Latest, Tom and Izzy look back on their best bits of the year and all the big news events. They go behind the scenes on what it was like to cover them and what impact they had.