Podcasts about Purple Radio

Happy International Women's Day! In the final episode of Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's miniseries celebrating the women of Durham University, we are joined by the team of women that make everything happen - the executive committee of Purple Radio.Join Charley (Head of Podcasts), Ione (Deputy Station Manager), Phoebe (Head of News), and Karis (Head of Live Production) as we discuss being a woman in education, the strong female figures in our lives, and try our hand at an International Women's Day quiz!

Welcome back to Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's special miniseries highlighting the women of Durham University in the lead up to International Women's Day 2025 on the 8th March. In this episode Charley is joined by Liz and Dara from The Legal Besties Podcast, alongside their friends and classmates Devina and Tianna. Listen in to hear their thoughts and experiences as Black women studying law at Durham, as well as how we can encourage girls to get into law, the women that inspire them, how accurately films and TV shows depict the law profession, and what they would say to their younger selves.

In this episode of Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's special miniseries showcasing the voices of women across Durham University in the lead up to International Women's Day, Charley is joined by Liv, Steeley, and Hannah from Safe Education. Listen in to hear our discussion about what International Women's Day means to us, why it is important to be intersectional in feminist discussions, the work that Safe Education does, and so much more!

Welcome to Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's special miniseries showcasing the voices, stories, and lives of women from across Durham University in the lead up to International Women's Day 2025 on the 8th March. Purple Radio's Charley is joined in this first episode by Jessie and Beth from Comets Cheer, the cheerleading team representing Grey and South colleges. Listen in to hear about what cheer represents for them as women, an insight into how cheer works at an intercollegiate level at Durham, and information about their charity Pomathon fundraiser for International Women's Day!

I am joined by Purple Radio's own Bex Smith to get all the inside gossip from Ooook! Production's Taskmaster. We also discuss the TV show, well, what we can remember of it!

Purple Radio x RT Minds: Never Give UpPurple Radio is so proud to be collaborating with grassroots mental health and suicide prevention charity RT Minds.In the second episode of our Never Give Up series, Karis and Beano are joined by singer-songwriter Steve Pledger to discuss the links between art, recovery and mental health.Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive discussions, including topics related to suicide and depression.To find out more about RT Minds visit:RTProjects | Mental health | Charity | Art therapy | ArtTo hear more of Steve Pledgers incredible music visit:Steve Pledger | singer/songwriter

This has to be Adam's favourite episode yet- because it's alllll about his age.Tune in to our Birthday Special, celebrating the oldest person in Purple Radio.Happy Birthday Adam!

How can you solve FOMO at Durham University? How can you keep track of all the social events happening at our university? Adam and Aryan from DUPulse have the answer! Join Karis from the Purple Radio team to learn about DUPulse and how they are striving to 'add value' to the Durham community. https://linktr.ee/dupulse https://www.instagram.com/dupulse/

What are Durham students passionate about? What makes them tick? What drives them? What wakes them up in the morning? Purple Radio's new podcast takes a look at the weird and wonderful world of interests Durham students have. Join Lydia Bennett in her exploration to find the most niche passion in the city! THIS WEEK - Maddi Aldam-Gates speaks to Lydia about her passion for St Chad's College

A brand-new podcast from Purple Radio! Join Zac and Luca as they attempt to find a film they both see eye-to-eye on.That's right! It's another podcast where semi-qualified two white guys bombard you with their opinions about films. But at least they're self aware about it!

On this episode of Bon Voyage, Purple Radio's Year Abroad podcast, Charlotte chats about the more negative side of being away from Durham, and talks with another friend from France, Theo!

A brand-new podcast from Purple Radio! Join Zac and Luca as they attempt to find a film they both see eye-to-eye on.That's right! It's another podcast where semi-qualified two white guys bombard you with their opinions about films. But at least they're self aware about it!

Leah and Freya dive into all things Movember, from fundraising with Collingwood football team to deadlifting competitions!

Join Freya and Georgia in the first episode of Purple Radio Reports as they explore Durham's sustainable fashion scene, from interviews with Redress to environmental specialists!

The Brew's highlights from third year. Thank you to all of our guests, listeners and the Purple Radio team! The Brew will be back!

Welcome back to Purple Radio's series of Eurovision Song Contest interviews! In this episode, Alexandros speaks with Victor Vernicos, a 16-year-old singer from Athens who is representing Greece at this year's ESC. Victor talks to us about his writing process, his inspirations as well as his favourite foods! Enjoy!!!

Welcome back to Purple Radio's series of Eurovision Song Contest interviews! In this episode, Alexandros has a great conversation with Gustaph, a dance music expert singer and song writer from Belgium. We talk about his earliest connections with music, his relationship with Eurovision and his past experiences in the competition.

Welcome to Purple Radio's series of Eurovision Song Contest Interviews! In this episode, Charlotte Currey speaks with Slovenia's Joker Out in the next episode of our Eurovision 2023 Interviews series. Formed in 2016, Joker Out is a 5-piece indie rock band who have already had great success in their home country, winning the Zlata piščal award for Artist of the Year two years running. This year they will be representing Slovenia at the Eurovision Song Contest with their song 'Carpe Diem' 

Welcome to Purple Radio's series of Eurovision Song Contest Interviews! In this first episode, Charlotte Currey speaks to Voyager, a 5-piece progressive metal band from Perth, who are representing Australia at this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Featuring chats about their love for Eurovision, their song 'Promise', and what makes them proud to represent Australia! 

This week on the Pulse Izzy, Scarlett, Ali and Rachael were joined by Charley Currey, host of 'Global Tunes' for the University of Durham's Purple Radio, to talk about the UK's 2023 Eurovision entry - Mae Muller. 

The Brew welcomes Aman Sangha from Purple Radio's Perfect Day Podcast to discuss Marshwood Farm and the dairy industry.

To finish off the 12 Days of Purple Christmas, the Purple Radio Exec wrote and recorded Purple Christmas, a fun twist to the classic White Christmas. This was an extremely fun project for everyone involved and we hope that we can spread joy to all our listeners this Christmas. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Purple Radio! This is a cover of White Christmas, originally written by Irving Berlin. Purple Christmas lyrics written by James Woodward, Will Redley and the Purple Radio Exec. Singing by Purple Radio Exec members. Guitar by James Woodward. Editing by Henry Flack.

In the first episode of Purple Radio's new podcast 'The Purple Firm Rundown', we talk to Bernie Rivard, a trainee solicitor at Travers Smith, about his journey to becoming a commercial solicitor. We ask him: why Travers Smith? Why commercial law? How can one form meaningful connections in the legal industry as a student?, as well as discussing legal tech and imposter syndrome.

With just 24 hours before the DSU officer elections close, Purple Radio's Emma Ghanem chats with DSU Presidential candidate Joe McGarry.

With just 24 hours before the DSU officer elections close, Purple Radio's Leonora Lynn chats with DSU Presidential candidate Daniel Lonsdale.

With just 24 hours before the DSU officer elections close, Purple Radio's Louisa Wagstaff chats with DSU Presidential candidate Declan Merrington.

Welcome to Without a Compass, the podcast that centers around the interesting life of an exchange student in Durham! Oh, you asked how that feels? It's like wandering in the wilderness without a compass! In this episode, Bethany and Sascha have a chat with Durham's Doctor Who Society. No worries if you've never heard of the show though; we're here to tell you all about it! Also, stick around for a sneak preview of WhoSoc's audio drama: Out of the Shadows. It's on Purple Radio live every Monday at 10 pm and can be accessed through Purple Radio On Demand afterwards. To send messages, DM @_withoutacompass on Instagram or use the link in bio: https://linktr.ee/without.a.compass You can also write to podcast.withoutacompass@gmail.com All messages sent to us will be featured in future episodes. We'd really love to hear from you! Music credits: Judy Chin

After another shocking week for Manchester United, Questions are raising on manager Ole gunnar solskjaer ! Although United has shown no interest on sacking the manager, club legend Ferdinand and many others are questioning whether Ole should resign or not, Latest news regarding Cristiano Ronaldo claims that he is extremely unhappy with the club's performance and even had doubts on a transfer ! In this episode I discussed about few stuff regarding Ole's strategies and mistakes and have discussed about how the game week 12 looks like after the international break. If you want to talk to me, follow EPL CLASSIC on instagram at @epl_classic. EPL CLASSIC is now working with PURPLE RADIO.

After a strong start to the season the 1st team has yet to lose a match, (with 2 17-0 wins and a 15-2 win respectively) Asa sat down with Purple Radio to discuss the season so far, their toughest challenge of the season so far against Sheffield Hallam, and Table Tennis around the university.

Purple Radio presents, in collaboration with Durham University Classical Theatre, Oscar Wilde's Salomé. (CW: xenophobia, violence) PRODUCTION TEAM Composer/Musical Director: Samuel Abel Assistant Musical Director: Kat Pittalis Director: Freya Williams Producer: Katrina Merrick With special thanks to Lim Jia Ying MUSICIANS Francesca Figueredo George Marlow Thomas Milton Josh Osborn-Patel Grace Fu Freya Firth-Robson CAST IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE The Young Syrian/Second Jew: Anthony Ford The Page of Herodias/First Jew: Jamie Crosby First Soldier/Second Nazarene: Freddy Fossey-Warren Second Soldier/First Nazarene: Louie Skerrett The Cappadocian/Third Jew/A Sadducee: Megan Ratcliffe Jokanaan: Issy Flower Salomé: Emily Tarbuck Herod: Jacob Freda Herodias/Fifth Jew: Evie Press Tigellinus/Fourth Jew/A Pharisee: Ellen Olley

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. Most Daunted Writer: Jack Sandbach Director: Issy Flower Actor: Eleanor Kris Statue Writer: Tom Murray Directed by Jacob Freda Starring Richard Sharpe and Violet Allmark (who is joining us from the University of Bristol!) The episode was produced by Jacob Freda, Issy Flower, Lim Jia Ying and Anne-Victoire Mancret, in collaboration with Purple Radio. The episode was edited by Ryan King.

Join Station Manager Joanna Wright and Deputy Station Manager Simon Lake as they discuss and present awards to some of the greatest shows, podcasts, and people from this year at Purple Radio.

Bea Bennett and Molly Knox discuss "Absolution" by Alice Butler, a student-written radio play presented by Durham University Classical Theatre. Listen to discover the poetic and moving exploration of the effect of war on a generation of literary figures. Clever and quick-witted, Siegfried Sassoon thinks he knows what he wants. It is only in the middle of a war that he realises it might not be what he thought. Front of House is a theatre review podcast series brought to you by DST First Night and Purple Radio.

CW: Suicide, sexual assault, violence Evie Campbell and Jia Ying Lim discuss "Rules for Being a Man" by Alex Oates, presented by Sightline Productions. They share their thoughts on its exploration of male mental health and suicide, and the significance of these themes to lockdown life and violence against women. Front of House is a theatre review podcast series produced by DST First Night and Purple Radio.

Short interviews with the ECO DU project leaders hosted by Eloise. This year our exec and members have been working on various projects to improve and promote sustainability within DU, including rewilding college grounds, pushing for reforms to the curriculum, making international connections through the Climate Students network, and producing a new journal, the Echo.

2020 has been a phenomenally tough year, but we couldn’t move on to 2021 without acknowledging an important milestone - Purple Radio’s 25th Birthday*. For 25 years, Durham students have run this small station, overcoming huge hurdles to broadcast amazing, creative, and, let's face it, pretty wacky content for student listeners and beyond. We’ve collected the thoughts of 13 Purple alumni, recounting their experiences of life in student radio and how it has shaped them after Durham. We're all enormously proud of this station, and hope you’ll enjoy joining us for a little celebration of all-things Purple.
 (*The exact date of Purple’s birth is a matter of controversy and myth, but what even is Purple without a spot of poor record-keeping?) Running order: 02:03 John Hart & Suzanne Edwards (2000-04) 
09:58 Paul Brunger (2001-06)
 12:04 Bex Lindsay (2005-08) 
14:03 Alex HP (2011-12) 
16:05 Vicki Sparks (2000s/2010s) 
19:18 Rosie Kryke-Smith (2011-14) 
21:38 Alex (2014-15)
 23:44 Rachel Gill (2013-16) 
26:14 Jonathan Blackwell (2014-17)
 28:01 Matt Calvert (2016-18) 
30:03 Bertie Moores (2016-19)
 34:18 Gabriel Radus (2020-present)

The awards show, recorded during our Christmas Roundup on Sunday 6 December!

Step aside Scott Mills, as Ella Bicknell counts down the Top 40 songs as recorded by the Official Chart.

Tune in to this week's DS'T' podcast to find out about all things directing, with interviews with two lovely guests who share their experiences directing under COVID as well as under normal circumstances! The DS'T' is an official collaboration between Purple Radio and Durham Student Theatre.

On Monday night, Sportsfeed. How would Harry transform the struggling New York Jets if they came calling for his services as General Manager, which sports star would our pundits not trust with their advent calendar and how will Josh reflect on his beloved Newcastle’s drab defeat to Chelsea? All this and much more in the latest instalment of Purple Radio’s flagship sports show.

In this episode, Gabriel Radus talks to Gemma Messenger and Laura Bielby from the Placement Year team at the Durham Careers & Enterprise Centre, discussing frequently asked questions about placement years and looking ahead towards the Placement Year Conference 2020 starting on November 9. They are also joined by Patrick Procter and Emma Bain, students at Durham who are currently on their Placement Year, to help give a first-person perspective of the benefits of taking a year out of Durham life to do something different.

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. Tune in each week to listen to two brand-new audio monologues that have been written, directed, and recorded over lockdown. Content Warning: contains mention of domestic violence and sexual violence which some listeners may find disturbing. Pinar Writer/Director: Saniya Saraf Actor: Olivia Adderley Producer: Fraser Logue Links recorded by Ryan King Special thanks to Jacob Freda (Producer), Ryan King (Sound editor), and Alex Orton A collaboration between Buttered Toast and Purple Radio

Tune in to find out all about what the role of producer can offer you within DST, with a very special guest - Elvira Parr! As well as advice for anyone interested in the role, funny stories and a real insight into the role is promised! We also discuss the upcoming lockdown and different ways to keep busy during this difficult period of time! The DS'T' is an official collaboration between Purple Radio and Durham Student Theatre.

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. Tune in each week to listen to two brand-new audio monologues that have been written, directed, and recorded over lockdown. Posho Writer/Director: Jacob Freda Actor: Rob Caesar Burial Ground Writer: Issy Flower Director: Caitlin Barratt Actor: Francesca Chaplin Links recorded by Ryan King Special thanks to Jacob Freda (Producer), Ryan King (Sound editor), and Alex Orton A collaboration between Buttered Toast and Purple Radio

This week Chloe and Dani spill the (DS) Tea on their fondest DST memories, embarrassing audition stories (spoilers – major wardrobe malfunctions) and chat more broadly about their favourite shows, from Durham to Broadway and the West End… and back again. The DS'T' is an official collaboration between Purple Radio and Durham Student Theatre.

CW: Includes mention of domestic violence Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. Tune in each week to listen to two brand-new audio monologues that have been written, directed, and recorded over lockdown. Megan Writer/ Director: Maeve Moran Actor: Elanor Kris 100 Calls a Week Writer: Gregory Vines Director: Harry Jenkins Actor: Adela Hernandez-Derbyshire Links recorded by Ryan King Special thanks to Jacob Freda (Producer), Ryan King (Sound editor), and Alex Orton A collaboration between Buttered Toast and Purple Radio

This week on the podcast, co-hosts Jacob Freda and Issy Flower discuss how the first theatre of the new year is being made in spite of ongoing COVID restrictions. Issy interviews Jacob about Buttered Toast's 'Purple on Toast' project (available to listen to on Purple Radio Drama), while Jacob is joined by John Duffett to talk about Suffragette Theatre Company's upcoming production of Blackbird by David Harrower. Blackbird will be available to stream for 48 hours on 23rd and 24th October. Tickets can be booked at: https://www.durhamstudenttheatre.org/whats-on/. The DS 'T' is an official collaboration between Purple Radio and Durham Student Theatre.

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. Tune in each week to listen to two brand-new audio monologues that have been written, directed, and recorded over lockdown. Statue Writer/Director: Tom Murray Actor: Rory Leventhorpe Until Break Time Writer: Ryan King Director: Dragos Farcas Actor: Thomas McCubbin Links recorded by Ryan King Special thanks to Jacob Freda (Producer), Ryan King (Sound editor), and Alex Orton A collaboration between Buttered Toast and Purple Radio

Tune in to listen to an introduction to DST as well as some fun fresher's advice and personal DST stories. We will also be discussing the fantastic up-coming musical called Sugar-Coated which is all about baking during quarantine! Presenters: Miriam Templeman and Alesya Matyukhina The DS 'T' is an official collaboration between Purple Radio and Durham Student Theatre.