Virago Voices

Series 3 Episode 4: Knowing your normal In this episode we talk to Dr Shree.

Series 3 Episode 3: Don't forget the vulva In this episode we speak to Tash Crosby from Talk Peach.

Series 3 Episode 2: Get your smear In this episode we speak to Helen Baker.

Series 3 Episode 1: Check your boobs In this episode we speak to Clare O'Neill from Coppafeel. Like and subscribe!

In this episode we talk to the Virago Laura.

Episode 5 of series 2: Topical Insights covers feminism! In this episode we talk to Grace, an A-level student and feminist, who explores the meaning of the word feminist, discusses the waves of feminism and finally explains how we can all be feminists!! We have dedicated this special episode to International Women's day!

*Trigger warning: This podcast contains discussions on domestic abuse and sexual assault* Episode 4 of series 2: Topical Insights covers domestic abuse and COVID-19. In this episode we talk to Becca, a 4th year medical student who defines domestic abuse, reports how COVID-19 has impacted domestic abuse and what we can do to help the situation.

*Trigger warning: This podcast contains discussions on sexual assault, revenge porn and rape*. Episode 3 of series 2: "Topical Insights" covers pronouns. In this episode we talk to the trio that make up Safe Space, which is an online page tackling ignorance and championing inclusivity. We discuss pronouns, what they are and how to encourage their appropriate use. PLUS, we chat about Bridgerton. 

*Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions on sexual assault, harassment and rape*. Episode 2 of Series 2: "Topical Insights" covers catcalling and public harassment. In this episode we talk to Mea, a feminist illustrator and social activist. We discuss the definition of catcalling, how it is a social issue and what we can do to create change. Hope you enjoy! If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in the podcast, please reach out to someone you trust. If you feel passionate about this topic, I would urge you to check out the amazing campaign called "Our streets now" who are fighting to end public sexual harassment (PSH) in the UK by changing culture and creating a criminal offence. 

*Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions on abortion, sex and sexual assault and violence* Episode 1 of Series 2: "Topical Insights" covers masculinity. In this episode we talk to Joe Strong, a PhD student researching the link between masculinity and women's access to abortion care in Ghana. We discuss what masculinity is, how it is portrayed in the media and how it impacts women's access to healthcare. Hope you enjoy! If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in the podcast, please reach out to someone you trust. Here are some links which may also help. Women's aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/ Abortion: https://www.bpas.org/abortion-care/considering-abortion/advice-and-counselling/ Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/

Topic 5 of Virago Health covers other methods. In episode 5 of this 5 part series on contraception we discuss other methods: barrier methods, permanent methods, pull out method (as featured in Bridgerton) and the ring and patch. As always we cover what they do, how they work and the pros and cons of each method.

Topic 4 of Virago Health covers the pills. In episode 4 of this 5 part series on contraception we discuss the pills, what they contain and how they work. We also go through the pros and cons of the pills.

Topic 3 of Virago Health covers the implant. In episode 3 of this 5 part series on contraception, there's a special guest - Rhi from Southampton Medical School. Join Rhi as she discusses what the implant is, how it works and how it is inserted. Rhi will also go through the pros and cons of the implant. At the end, Victoria discusses the new referral scheme! Refer 1 person for a shout out on the show and an empowering woman book recommendation, refer 15 and you get all of the above plus a free copy of the recommended book! Link: https://refer.fm/viragovoices

Topic 2 of Virago Health covers the coils. Episode 2 of this 5 part series on contraception discusses the types of coils, how they act, how they are inserted and the pros and cons. Enjoy!

Topic 1 of Virago Health covers contraception. Episode 1 of this 5 part series defines contraception and gives an overview of the different types available.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Emma.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Rachael.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Meghan.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Marina.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Grace.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Rhi.

**TW: this podcast contains discussions around eating disorders and sexual harassment** Virago Voices is a podcast about women's empowerment. In this episode we talk to the Virago Amelia.

This is the introductory podcast to the Virago Voices series. I'm explaining what this podcast is about and a bit of background on the term 'Virago'. Hope you enjoy!