Riverside Radio

The Ripple Effect: Behind The Badge Episode 1

In the first programme which airs on Riverside Radio this weekend news editor Stephen Menon talks to two officers from completely different backgrounds who’ve ended up in uniform, serving the people of south west London.

 

In this pod they cover subjects from joining the police, policing during black lives matter and whether or not pregnant ladies CAN pee in police officers helmets.

 

The Ripple Effect: Behind The Badge Episode 2

In our second episode of the brand new podcast from Riverside Radio's news team, we continue the Behind The Badge campaign in association with the Metropolitan Police.

News Editor Stephen Menon sits down with Superintendent Richard Smith and PC Andy Williams to chat about their Chases, Policing during Black Lives Matter, and challenges of policing during lockdown

The Ripple Effect: Behind The Badge Episode 3

In the final episode of Behind the Badge, hear from PC Claire Wilding and Sergeant Scott Edwards, both LGBT+ officers working with the Metropolitan police. 

Through the final episode, host Stephen Menon and PC Wilding and Sgt. Edwards discuss how accessible the Met is for LGBT people, the events of the Sarah Everard Vigil and more.

At the end of the episode, you'll get a sneak peak at what comes next for the Ripple Effect following the conclusion of the Behind The Badge Project. 

 

The Ripple Effect: Ukraine- Episode 1: Mariia Vereshchak

On Thursday the 24th of February Russian President Vladimir Putin ignited a war in Ukraine by instructing Russian troops to enter Ukraine.

Just over a week later News Editor Stephen Menon sat down with Mariia Vereshchak, a Ukrainian living in Dnipro to find out how her reality has changed.

Empress Hour: Say what you mean and mean what you say

Charlotte from Body Breath Voice joins Ceyda and Alex to talk to us about communication and speaking your truth.

 

Listen to the end for some tips on breath work, Georgie's Weekly Wisdom, Moon Magic and Cey's affirmation.

 

Follow us on our @empresshour ig and @thisisriverside.

Mental Health Matters - International Women’s Day 2022

In the lead up to International Women's Day, Dr Rosena Allin-Khan spoke to her incredible guests about the importance of mental health and the work they do to support and empower women 

 

This week on Mental Health Matters:

Amy Abdelshahid, Head of Evidence and Knowledge Management at Forward - @ForwardUK

Cat Millar, Deputy Manager of Southwark and Lewisham Women's Service - @WomensHubPecan

Dr Chuks, An Inpatient doctor working with eating disorder patients. - @doctor_chuks

 

 

Empress Hour - Making music accessible with Kate Whitley

In todays show we are joined by Kate Whitley.

 

Kate is a composer and founder/director of the multi-story orchestra; bringing together orchestral musicians and young people to tell stories, empower communities and unleash creativity.

 

You can find Kate's full song and upcoming events via https://multistory.org.uk and more from us on our @empresshour IG!

Ripple Effect - Ukraine Episode 2 Nicole Makarova

This is the second episode of the Ripple Effect: Ukraine

News Editor Stephen Menon speaks to Nicole Makarova, a former student of Kings College London, who is currently living in Kyiv

The LK Show - Rippyrockstar

This week LK welcomes super talented and upcoming artist @Rippyrockstar to the show to talk about his new single Thorns, his journey in the music industry so far and his goals for 2022.

 

SW GOOD NEWS - The One with the Therapy Dog

Elliot Turnbull and Maya Bowles are joined by Tina Ball and her therapy dog Fred.