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Join Ali A as she brings 2022 to a close with a fun, heart-warming and thought-provoking holiday themed episode, sprinkled with lovely messages from members of the LOUD Table.    At the LOUD Table she is joined by Isla, Jake, and Emma, where they discuss the best and worst Christmas songs, being single during the holidays, the weirdest gifts they've gotten/received, and reminisce about funny videos from their childhood. They also share Christmas themed jokes (Christmas crackers) and play a fun acting game.   Ali A also takes a pause to talk about the cost of living crisis and share helpful resources for those who need help and extra support at this time of year. More resources can be found below.    Join the LOUD family by following on social media, and you can now support the podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Details below: Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/loudpodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/loudpodcast  Instagram: @loud.podcast Twitter: @loudpodcast_ Facebook: @loudpodcast   RESOURCES: https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9428/#:~:text=According to the Office for,comparable records began in 1956. https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/wellbeing/bulletins/publicopinionsandsocialtrendsgreatbritain/latest https://www.trusselltrust.org/2022/11/10/almost-1-3-million-emergency-parcels-provided-to-people-across-uk-experiencing-hunger-over-past-six-months-as-cost-of-living-emergency-drives-tsunami-of-need-to-food-banks/ https://wearecitizensadvice.org.uk/forced-to-choose-between-heating-or-eating-8c6bdcd0565f https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/council-tax-and-benefits/help-if-you-re-struggling-with-living-costs/how-you-can-support-your-local-community-through-the-cost-of-living-crisis/ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/get-help-with-the-cost-of-living/ https://www.savethestudent.org/save-money/cost-of-living-crisis.html https://www.saga.co.uk/magazine/money/personal-finance/giving/six-ways-to-help-charity-without-donating-money https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/help-charity-with-no-money https://skintdad.co.uk/give-to-charity-without-donating-money/    

Ali A launches the new era of LOUD with an emotional, funny, and nostalgic episode about the past, the present and the future. In Segment 1, Ali explores the who, what, when, where and why of LOUD, talking about where she's been over the past year, the origin story of LOUD, and the intention behind every episode of the podcast. Dani, Isla, and Sophie join her for the LOUD Table, where they talk about the courses they will be studying at university, why they chose those subjects, and the new experiences they are looking forward to. They reminisce together about their past and their secondary school experiences, giving advice for their younger selves and exploring what it means to look after the inner child. They also discuss the impact that people - including teachers – can have on our life choices and interests, and Ali A shares some advice about connecting with something even when you don't enjoy it or have been discouraged and put off. Finally, we talk about some of the things we will be taking with us to university and into our futures. If you enjoy this episode and want to join the LOUD community, feel free to follow LOUD on your favourite podcast streaming platform, and follow LOUD on social media by clicking on the linktree below! https://linktr.ee/loudpodcast

In LOUD Episode 11, Ali A is joined by Isla for a riveting discussion about the theatre, its impact on the lives of people and its wider societal influence. This episode's LOUD table includes theatre enthusiasts Dani, Lauren and Sophie, who join the discussion with tales of their own experiences with acting and drama.  WARNING: This episode contains discussion about the effects of Method Acting, and has mention of suicide and disturbing behaviour.  Join the community!! Find LOUD on Instagram (@loud.podcast), Facebook (@loudpodcast) and Twitter (@loudpodcast_)

Ali A reintroduces LOUD after a 5 month hiatus, and shares a bonus interview with Leo Ulph from BBC Radio Kent. Find LOUD on Instagram (@loud.podcast), Facebook (@loudpodcast) and Twitter (@loudpodcast_)!

On the eve of the reopening of schools in the United Kingdom, Ali A and the LOUD Table (Adrian, Ellie, Emma, Isla, Lauren, Nikhil, Noah and Socks) discuss the current state of the education system in the United Kingdom in relation to COVID-19 pandemic, and how students feel about returning to school.  Join Team LOUD!!  Instagram (@loud.podcast) Facebook (@loudpodcast) Twitter (@loudpodcast_)

LOUD Episode 7 is a discussion with Ali A and the LOUD Table (Adrian, Darcie, Ellisse, Emma, Ethan, Isla, Jake, Nikhil and Socks), where we talk generally about racial experience, what race means to us, and the treatment of students and teachers of colour in schools.  Check out the Macmillain Cancer Support fundraiser at www.loudpodcast.podbean.com Find LOUD on social media! Instagram (@loud.podcast) Facebook (@loudpodcast) Twitter (@loudpodcast_)

Change Starts With Us is an episode raising awareness about bullying, and discussing the ways in which our generation believes this issue can be tackled. Co-hosted by Nikhil, Ali A and the LOUD Table (Adrian, Emma and Isla) discuss what bullying is, the different types of bullying, why people get bullied, the effects it can have, how it is currently dealt with and ways in which we think it can be reduced. We also shared the results of a survey we conducted with the followers on social media, the handles for which can be found below: Instagram (@loud.podcast), Facebook (@loudpodcast), Twitter (@loudpodcast_) Please support my mom and I as we run 5km every day for the next 10 days in order to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support! Press the link below to donate and view our progress. https://10daychallenge.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising/simone-and-aliya?utm_source=Macmillan%20Cancer%20Support&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=11615743_10%20Day%205K%2001%20Registration%20complete&dm_i=P55,6WYRJ,4OWYGD,RUU1M,1  

This dynamic, LOUD and joyful episode draws 2020 to a close, with personal recaps of this eventful year, bloopers, hopes for the new year ahead, some messages for the holiday season, and also a special surprise right at the end. Sit back and enjoy, as you are delivered an end of year celebration, LOUD style!   Join the community! Instagram (@loud.podcast) Facebook (@loudpodcast) Twitter (@loudpodcast_)

LOUD Episode 4 is co-hosted by Emma, and within this episode, Ali A, Emma and the LOUD Table (Abbie, Jake, Nikhil and Owen) discuss representation of mentally and physically disabled people, and some of the stereotypes and lesser known problems they may face within society and the media. Resources: https://www.dlf.org.uk/factsheets/Useful_Organisations.pdf Instagram (@loud.podcast) Facebook (@loudpodcast) Twitter (loudpodcast_)

In LOUD Episode 3, author, minister and motivational speaker Kevin Treasure joins us for an inspiring interview, sharing key advice from his own life and books that he has written. This episode's LOUD Table members are Abbie, Beth, Emma and Isla. Find Kevin Treasure on Facebook (Kevin Treasure) and Youtube (The Winners Mentality)   Instagram (@loud.podcast), Twitter (@loudpodcast_), Facebook (@loudpodcast)

LOUD Episode 2 is co-hosted by Jess, who talks about the importance of having difficult conversations. We highlight the topics that our generation has the hardest time facing, and ways in which we can move forwards and tackle these conversations. At the LOUD Table, we are joined by Ellie, Isla, Matt and Rhianna, where we delve further into the theme and share our own thoughts and personal experiences.  Instagram (@loud.podcast), Twitter (@loudpodcast_), Facebook (@loudpodcast).

In this episode, I discuss the importance of being represented in school environments. I share the results of a survey among listeners, and engage in a dynamic conversation at the LOUD Table with members Charlotte, Emma, Isla, Jake, Leilah and Rhianna. 

This is an introductory episode to my brand new podcast, LOUD! Have a listen to what it's all about, and meet some of the people that will be involved.