Views Our Own

By Views Our Own

Welcome to Views Our Own, a young journalism podcast discussing all aspects of the media industry - from different types of journalism, to careers, experiences and industry issues. We also highlight t... more

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The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.

Views Our Own episodes:

April 20, 2021 New Voices: Sam Tabahriti
This week on New Voices: Sam Tabahriti! We spoke to Sam about his writing on social issues and translation, his experience working at MyLondon and Dazed, and what it's like filming a documentary during a pandemic.
Find Sam on Twitter: @samtabahriti
Find Sam's documentary here
Follow Views Our Own on Twitter and Instagram: @ViewsOurOwn
Follow your hosts on Twitter: @skiderlin and @alex_mischa42
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25min
April 16, 2021 Let's talk about Trans Media Coverage
TW: This episode discusses instances of Transphobia, Homophobia and trolling.
We spoke with activist and YouTuber Katy Montgomerie all about the coverage of trans people in the UK Media and discussed what harmful narratives there are, how to drive change and amplify trans voices.
Find Katy on Twitter and YouTube
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32min
April 09, 2021 Let's talk about Social Media Management
Social media is a quintessential tool for modern journalists. But how can you make it work for you? We sat down with Danielle Olavario, social media manager for Euronews, to talk about how to get your work seen through social media, the importance of marketing yourself, and what it feels like to accidentally go viral.
Find Danielle on Twitter
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27min
April 06, 2021 New Voices: Francesca Hughes
This week on New Voices: Francesca Hughes! We chatted all about why her work writing about disability is so important, her experiences as the BBC Young Reporter of the year 2019 and Francesca's quick-fire questions answers made Sophie's day!
Find Francesca on Twitter @franariella
You can find Francesca's Vice article here
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23min
April 02, 2021 Let's talk about Music Journalism
Everyone loves listening to music, but what's it like to write about? We spoke to Geo Blackman, founder and editor-in-chief of Happy People Music, all about music journalism. Join us as we discuss writing music reviews, building good relationships with artists and bands, and the hectic cycle of music news.
Follow Geo on Twitter: @geoblckman
Follow Happy People Music on Twitter and Instagram
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27min
March 26, 2021 Let's talk about the NCTJ
We spoke to Lucy Dyer, editorial development manager at News Associates, all about the NCTJ - how it works, what it covers and why it's a great qualification for young journalists to gain! In the coming weeks, we'll also be talking about other journalism qualifications and ways into the industry, so keep an eye out for those episodes!
Find Lucy, News Associates and The School of Journalism on Twitter
Find details about the NCTJ and News Associates online
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32min
March 23, 2021 New Voices: Alex Moreland
In this instalment of New Voices, we speak to Alex Moreland. We spoke all about writing about TV shows, his interview with Christopher Eccleston, and once and for all settle the argument: binging or weekly watching!!!
Find Alex on Twitter
You can find Alex's article here
Follow Views Our Own on Twitter and Instagram: @ViewsOurOwn
Follow your hosts on Twitter: @skiderlin and @alex_mischa42
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25min
March 19, 2021 Let's talk about Disability in the Media
This week, we spoke to Rachel Charlton-Dailey, freelance writer and disability activist, all about disability within the media. Join us as we pick apart the way language frames how the stories of disabled people are told, what can be done to amplify their voices, and why we should do away with inspirational stories about disability.
Find Rachel on Twitter and Instagram
Find The Unwritten on Twitter
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28min
March 09, 2021 New Voices: Adam England
This week on New Voices: Adam England! We spoke all about music journalism, writing for Dazed and find out what Adam's first career goal was...
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You can find Adam's article here
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21min
March 05, 2021 Let's talk about Broadcast Producing
Behind the camera and beyond the script, the role of the producer is more than you'd think. This week, we spoke to Bafta-winning Sky News producer Nick Stylianou, who told us all about the role of a broadcast producer, what it's like covering events such as the Hong Kong protests or terror attacks in Europe, and gave us great advice on handling the pressures and stresses that come with working in a fast-paced environment.
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36min

FAQs about Views Our Own:

How many episodes does Views Our Own have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.