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    The Oddball Podcast: Episode 2

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The Oddball Podcast: Episode 2

Daniel Taylor, William Edwards and Anindya Hazra·
Sport & health
·14 May 2025
The Oddball Podcast is your guide to the strangest sports and activities you probably haven't experienced before .

Conquer challenges: Six events to test your limits in 2025

Mengxi·
Sport & health
·10 April 2025
In the hills, on the coast and through cities, people are testing their physical and mental limits. What are they really searching for at the top?

Unhealthy foods will be restricted from checkouts at supermarket in Welsh

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·10 April 2025
Welsh government will restrict supermarkets from displaying unhealthy food at checkouts. Will new regulations prevent people buying?

Welsh rower breaks the record as the oldest woman to cross the Atlantic

Pollyanna Rees·
Sport & health
·10 April 2025
Four women from Wales have finished one of the world’s toughest ocean rows. How did they deal with storms, salt sores and losing power at sea?

Hurling: The world’s oldest field sport being played in Cardiff

Daniel Taylor·
Sport & health
·10 April 2025
With a small but dedicated community, Cardiff is embracing hurling. But what makes the ancient game so thrilling, and can it thrive in Wales?

The Oddball Podcast

Daniel Taylor, Anindya Hazra and William Edwards·
Sport & health
·7 April 2025
The Oddball Podcast is your guide to the strangest sports or activities you probably haven't explored.

The gender gap in cycling: A barrier to sustainable cities

Shrishti Poddar·
Sport & health
·5 April 2025
Despite global efforts to promote cycling as climate-friendly, does safety fears and urban design failures continue to keep women off bikes in the UK?

The women march through Cardiff to make their pain heard

Jingyi Ji·
Sport & health
·27 March 2025
This week is the end of Endometriosis Action Month. InterCardiff talks to some women who suffer from this disease to learn about their experience.

A guide to trail running on Welsh peaks this summer

Advait Gangawanwale·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
Latest report says that over a quarter of Brits are interested in trail running. What can we learn about trail running from the first man to run across all Welsh peaks?

The hidden dangers garden-variety flowers pose to dog’s health

yichenliu·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
As spring arrives in Cardiff and flowers bloom in the parks, are dog owners aware of the risks some flowers pose if their pets ingest them?

More than a run: How women’s running clubs foster community

Pollyanna Rees·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
With the rise in women joining running clubs, how are these groups creating a safer and more supportive environment for their members?

As Cheltenham Festival thrills fans, the darker side of youth gambling grows

William Edwards·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
As the dust settles on Cheltenham Festival the question is asked, are we doing enough to protect young people from the dangers of gambling?

Walking Rugby gains popularity in Wales as seniors find ways to defy age

Prashant Jha·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
With no scrums, tackles, or kicking, how does this game help players with health problems find camaraderie and joy?

How boxing empowers women: “We are more powerful than we believe”

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·27 February 2025
A woman who battled mental illness launches women's boxing program in Cardiff. Can boxing empower women with strength and confidence?

Cardiff clash: isolated incident or hooliganism coming back

Xinyu Zhao·
Sport & health
·27 February 2025
A recent riot in Cardiff city centre before a football match has raised worries about the return of football violence. But why do experts say it is an anomaly?

After Geraint Thomas retires, who will lead the way for Wales’ cycling?

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·27 February 2025
The only Welshman who won the Tour de France plans to retire in September. Will his departure affect the growth of cycling in Wales?

Too hot to move? How soaring temperature is fuelling obesity in UK

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·20 February 2025
Cardiff expert says climate change is affecting people's routines and food habits. But did you know it is also making people overweight?

More than just an injection: Sustainable weight loss takes more

Hao Chen·
Sport & health
·20 February 2025
With obesity rates rising more people are turning to weight-loss injections for an easy fix. But one Cardiff expert questions if they offer lasting results.

From Sidelines to Spotlight: The Rise of Women’s Rugby in Wales

Mengxi·
Sport & health
·20 February 2025
With the men’s team at an all-time low, could the 2025 Women’s Six Nations be the turning point for Welsh rugby?

Finding peace in clay: The therapeutic call of pottery

Arna Chatterjee·
Sport & health
·20 February 2025
Pottery is gaining popularity as a creative escape from daily stress. How does the act of shaping clay contribute to mental well-being and relaxation?

Kier Starmer is first UK leader to take HIV test

Olivia Crawford·
Politics & social justice
·13 February 2025
The Prime Minster joined HIV awareness campaigners to challenge stigma and promote the benefits of testing.

Cost of Living Crisis: Can students in Cardiff keep up?

Hao Chen·
Politics & social justice
·13 February 2025
The cost of living in the UK has been rising, adding financial pressure on students. Is the UK still an affordable place for international students?

Knitting for Mind: “When you’re knitting, you go into your own little world.”

Yu Qiu·
Sport & health
·13 February 2025
Knitting was once regarded as a hobby for elderly, but now it has become young popular. What has made it so popular? And how does it help improve mental health?

Welsh women with endometriosis push for support from employers

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa, Yu Qiu, Prashant Jha, Hao Chen, Chenyu Zou and Olivia Crawford·
Politics & social justice
·18 December 2024
Women say they are being overlooked for promotions and accused of faking pain to get sick leave in the workplace.

International students in Cardiff are struggling with mental health support

Joshua Mulford, Mary Shar, Arna Chatterjee, Mengfei Zhou and Yiqun Gu·
Sport & health
·16 December 2024
Thousands of cases go unreported at Cardiff University as students face setbacks due to multiple barriers challenging access for help

Santa Dash 2024: Cardiff Bay’s festive race for heart health

Mengxi·
Sport & health
·6 December 2024
Hundreds of Santas run to fund defibrillators and CPR training in Wales.

Boycezone brings music and charity in rainy Cardiff during rugby match.

yichenliu·
Sport & health
·30 November 2024
Rugby fans disappointed by Wales' loss to South Africa last week found a reason to smile thanks to a band raising money for charity.

Are supermarkets a student’s best bet for fresh, affordable food?

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa·
Sport & health
·29 November 2024
A Welsh food community says local co-operatives are good alternatives for high-quality fruits and vegetables, minus the excessive plastic packaging.

Arts and Crafts: A new project to be creative and happy

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·22 November 2024
This project not only develop your artistic talent, but also help you understand deeper needs.

Cardiff welcomes new protections for 11 more parks and playgrounds

Olivia Crawford·
Science & environment
·22 November 2024
Twenty-one sites across the city will now be safeguarded for community play and sports.

Fitness and health: new classes running in Riverside

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·16 November 2024
New classes in an ancient form of Chinese self-defence and meditation are now running in Riverside.

Cardiff Polish choir sings for mental health to promote local wellbeing

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
Cardiff’s vibrant Polish community aims to create a piece of Poland abroad, resonating with the sounds, stories, and spirit of its homeland.

‘Planet Card’: Cardiff’s fresh and affordable healthy eating scheme

Olivia Crawford·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
An initiative to connect Cardiff residents with healthy and sustainable local produce is open for applications.

Hands-on community: skill-sharing Tuesdays at goodShed

Hao Chen·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
In Splott, a vibrant community gathers every Tuesday at goodShed to learn practical skills, connect with neighbors, and work on hands-on projects.

New initiative gives low-income families access to organic food

Pollyanna Rees·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
The Planet Card scheme gives money to low-income families to spend on organic fruit and vegetables at Roath and Riverside Farmers Markets.

Are you controlling the intake of unhealthy food?

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·9 November 2024
Consuming too much unhealthy food can lead to being overweight even linked to an increased risk of developing cancer.

One in ten preschool children are affected by obesity in the UK, what should we do to tackle the problem ?

Jingyi Ji·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
The issue of childhood obesity in the UK is very serious. And the public has their own thoughts on how to address this problem.

Social media is a blessing or a burden for our mental health?

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
Social media promises connection. Is it a remedy for loneliness or a silent source of stress? Is it making us happier or stealing our peace of mind?

Why are more Brits choosing to spending more time alone?

Joshua Mulford·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
According to a new data more than 19 million Brits are spending the majority of their time alone on average 51+ hours a month.

Tax on unhealthy foods, can we stop people buying them?

Xinyu Zhao·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
Campaigners urge the UK government to impose levies on fatty foods containing too much sugar or salt. The public reacts in various ways.

Rugby Game: Experiencing Cardiff with the Locals

Mary Shar·
Sport & health
·25 October 2024
The best way to learn about a place is to experience it through the eyes of the locals. And what better way to know about the Welsh than to learn about their favourite sport? Here is all you need to know to survive your first rugby game.

“Highest Obesity Rate”: Wales’ fight against the public health concern

Disha Mitra·
Sport & health
·2 May 2024
Wales' obesity rates are the highest in the UK, according to a recent report from a charity. What are the socio-economic causes behind this?

Riding the Waves of Popularity: Paddleboarding Experience in Cardiff

Tailai Xu·
Sport & health
·2 May 2024
Paddle boarding has become the latest craze in the UK. How difficult is it to stand up and get paddling? We sign up for a course in Cardiff to find out. 

Brecon Carreg: How to run your first 10K as a beginner

Sydney Johnson·
Sport & health
·2 May 2024
Running a race for the first time can seem daunting, especially as a beginner. How can you get started so that you can reach the finish line?

Cardiff wins bid to host Europe’s largest sporting LGBTQ+ event

Prithika Vinod·
Sport & health
·2 May 2024
EuroGames 2027 is coming to Cardiff, bringing Europe's best LGBTQ+ sports teams to the city. What does this mean for the queer community in Cardiff?

Wheelchair rugby quad nations take on a new perspective of sports

Sydney Johnson·
Sport & health
·25 April 2024
The 2024 Wheelchair Rugby Quad Nations were hosted in Cardiff this year. How does this event continue to make an impact on inclusivity in the sports community?

Antarctic fire angels: Female firefighters brave South Pole

Fengting Ye·
Sport & health
·25 April 2024
Two female firefighters from South Wales skied to the South Pole. How did they battle in the white desert and inspire other women?

How can visually impaired individuals start skating sessions?

Minning Jiang·
Sport & health
·25 April 2024
Cardiff is to see its first, inclusive skating sessions for visually impaired and deaf-blind enthusiasts. How are they going to achieve this?

Long NHS Wales wait leads to lower cancer detection, says leading charity

Prithika Vinod·
Sport & health
·25 April 2024
NHS waiting times in Wales is ranked as the second worst in the UK, leading to increasing decline in cancer diagnosis and treatment in deprived areas.

Six Nations: Is the National Welsh Team on the Decline?

Zhulin Shao·
Sport & health
·21 March 2024
Wales faced an unexpected defeat over the weekend so what does the future hold for Welsh Rugby Union in the coming year?

Lens Tales: Capturing the Great Journey of Brain Injury Recovery

Zhulin Shao·
Sport & health
·14 March 2024
This Brain Awareness Week, photographer David Sinden’s showcases "After?" exhibition at Pedal Power Cafe. What’s the story behind the photos?

Bridging the Gap: Increasing access to organic food through local retail

Xuejiao Luo·
Sport & health
·14 March 2024
With the cost of living crisis and climate emergency, how can we make organic food more available to people through local retail?

Reclaiming the Night: Strategies for Better Sleep

Shunying Liao·
Sport & health
·14 March 2024
Almost 50% of people struggle with their sleep in Britain, what is behind this alarming figure and should you be worried?

Long Covid support: The campaign aims to improve lives in Wales.

Tailai Xu·
Sport & health
·7 March 2024
Despite the perception that the pandemic is over, many still suffer from its aftermath. Can Welsh healthcare help those suffering from long Covid?

The Invisible Struggle: Raising Awareness of Eating Disorders

Zhulin Shao·
Sport & health
·7 March 2024
This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, raising concerns about what are the underlying causes and effects, and how to support those affected.

Crafting Serenity: The Healing Touch of Art & Craft in Mental Health

Prakriti Bhowmick·
Sport & health
·29 February 2024
Engaging in various forms of expressions, be it painting, poetry, carpentry or dancing- they all have a therapeutic effect on mind and promote mental wellbeing.

From Copacabana to Canton: How Cardiff became a beach volleyball hotspot

Dominic Manley·
Sport & health
·29 February 2024
Forget Rio and San Diego, Cardiff is leading the way for the sport - and they want to go to the Olympics

The Silent Crisis: Mental Health challenges among students in the UK

Yangyang Gao·
Sport & health
·29 February 2024
Bristol University loses appeal over suicide of disabled on exam day. Is Cardiff University doing enough to look after its own students?

Find a suitable way to cope with situation after bad break-ups

Minning Jiang·
Sport & health
·22 February 2024
Women struggle more with break-ups than men with many suffering from bouts of depression and the need to take medication.

‘Never acceptable’: Referees facing shocking abuse in grassroots football

Dominic Manley·
Sport & health
·15 February 2024
Referees are abandoning grassroots football in Wales in the face of growing verbal and physical abuse. Is football no longer 'the beautiful game'?

UK enacts vape ban for teenagers: a decision to protect future health

Yangyang Gao·
Sport & health
·8 February 2024
The UK enacts a ban on vape for teens, and the public has various opinions on the viability of the ban.

What running can do for young people’s mental health

Shunying Liao·
Sport & health
·8 February 2024
More young people than ever before are struggling with their mental health, but one man in Cardiff believes he has found the answer.

Are universities doing enough for student mental health?

Dominic Manley, Minning Jiang, Niranjana Manoj Sabija and Tailai Xu·
Sport & health
·15 December 2023
Two recent surveys have highlighted alarming numbers of mental health problems and overwhelming frustrations at university services.

British Aikido Federation National Course Cardiff 2023 Highlights Concerns Over Youth Participation

Zhulin Shao·
Sport & health
·15 December 2023
It seems like a gradual decline in the enthusiasm of young individuals in the realm of Cardiff Aikido. What could be the reasons behind this phenomenon?

Kidical Mass ride calling attention to children’s road safety held in Cardiff

Zihan Sun·
Sport & health
·11 December 2023
Last Sunday, a Kidical Mass ride started in stadium plaza last weekend to call attention to the issue of road safety for youth cycling.

NHS faces pressure with inefficiency in providing proper care to patients

Niranjana Manoj Sabija·
Sport & health
·11 December 2023
NHS is going through the most challenging phase in yielding adequate care to the growing population of patients due to a number of factors.

Male suicide: Cardiff project aims to get men talking

Peng Huang·
Sport & health
·4 December 2023
An innovative workshop in Cardiff is hoping to tackle the problem of male suicides that are almost four times as high as the figures for women.

Cardiff Santa Dash: Hundreds of Santas run to raise money for charity

Fengting Ye·
Sport & health
·4 December 2023
People dressed as Santas, elves, turkeys and Christmas trees took part in the annual charity run to raise funds for a heart charity.
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Are you worried about Covid?

Yangyang Gao·
Uncategorised
·13 November 2023
Cases of new Covid strain spread across Europe. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention the variant is...

Do you think you need to do more to prevent mould from affecting your health?

Peng Huang·
Sport & health
·13 November 2023
Anyone can develop health issues from damp and mould, and simple preventive measures can make a big difference. Thousands of...
insomnia

Are you suffering from a lack of sleep?

Zihan Sun·
Sport & health
·13 November 2023
According to research, more and more people in Britain are sleeping less than five hours as well as having problems with sleep disorders, which boosts the rates of depression.

Are you struggling to book an appointment with your GP?

Prakriti Bhowmick·
Sport & health
·13 November 2023
With NHS facing recruitment and retention related issues, will the public still struggle to book an appointment with their GP?

“Our sport is at the heart of the community”- Gaelic Football in Cardiff.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Sport & health
·16 March 2023
There is far more to Irish culture than drinking on St. Patricks day. Why not sample the nation's favourite sport instead?

“I want to encourage more girls” Wales’s first hijab-wearing powerlifter

Lingbing Li·
Sport & health
·16 March 2023
Tahirah Ali is becoming a sports role model among Muslim women. What barriers did she encounter on her powerlifting journey?

Ready, Set, Go! How to get started with Park run

Sagar·
Sport & health
·9 March 2023
Long runs can be a little challenging, here are some tips for you to get started wit your first long run

Shattering stereotypes: female rugby champion empowers the next generation.

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·2 March 2023
Women's rugby teams in Wales are making waves this season. Retired superstar says its thanks to new facilities for girls to get into the sport, but much more could be done.

Period Poverty: Socks and toilet paper become alternatives as cost of living rises

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·16 February 2023
As the Welsh government announced 'Period Proud Wales' action plan, campaigners say the situation has turned worse.

Merthyr Town FC: The club that puts the community back on the terraces

Éanna Macaoidh·
Sport & health
·16 February 2023
Despite their 1-0 loss to Chesham this weekend, can Merthyr's model of fan ownership provide a valuable alternative to modern football?

Bye, bye, bye Delilah: Can you ban a song that fans love to sing?

Yuxin Zu·
Business & Culture
·9 February 2023
The Tom Jones classic wasn't sung by the choir at Principality Stadium ahead of Six Nations rugby match, but what do fans in Cardiff think?
CDC on Unsplash

Welsh women exposed to cancer as HPV vaccination rates fall

Nuriya Aliyaskarova, Shaurya and Yunrun Ma·
Sport & health
·16 December 2022
A drop in immunisation in the past four years has left Welsh women at a greater risk of developing cervical cancer.

Geraint Thomas comes in support of Save Maindy Velodrome campaign

Sagar·
Sport & health
·9 December 2022
Olympic gold medalist Geraint Thomas has joined hands with locals to save Maindy Velodrome from demolition.

Cardiff needs better infrastructure for active travel, say campaigners

Shaurya·
Sport & health
·9 December 2022
Campaigners say, Cardiff needs better and more inclusive infrastructure to replicate a primary school where 75% of students commute by foot or bicycle.

Rainbow hats are welcome: to an inclusive World Cup

Sagar·
Sport & health
·25 November 2022
Chapter welcomes everyone to participate in the Gwyl Cymru festival to celebrate Welsh culture, language and sporting success

Swimmers in Cardiff are signing a petition to save pools from high energy bills

Xinwei Li·
Sport & health
·25 November 2022
It is important to swim for your safety and health. Yet, many swimming pools cannot serve the public as before, due to high energy bills.

Qatar World Cup: Wales’ fan zones really needed

Yuxin Zu·
Sport & health
·18 November 2022
The petition organiser Mark Jones think Cardiff still have time to set up a fan area to let the fans watch the World Cup together.
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Should we be doing more to promote cycling in Cardiff?

Sagar·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
We talked to the public about their opinion on a new bridge for cyclists and pedestrians

Are you excited about the upcoming World Cup in Qatar ?

Yunrun Ma·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
The 2022 World Cup finals will begin in Qatar and Wales all play against the United States.

Are you still actively protecting yourself against COVID-19?

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
People are neglecting Coronavirus precautions putting each other at risk. We talked to them about it in light of the approaching winter.
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Are you supporting nurses’ strike?

Lingbing Li·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
When hospitals' waiting lists become longer, Britain's nurses are feeling burned out. But the biggest issue is that they are now struggling to make ends meet.

Pedal Power – bikes for all

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·28 October 2022
Situated in the rich greenery of Bute Park, just beside the urban stretch of Pontacanna, hides the inclusive cycling centre Pedal Power - a bike rental and a cafe unlike any other

Cardiff running races that you can join this year

Ka Long Tung·
Sport & health
·3 April 2022
Having missed Cardiff Half Marathon, you can still take part in other running races in Cardiff to raise your endorphins.

Will Wales’ close-in World Cup dream light up the future of Welsh football?

Xize Wang·
Sport & health
·31 March 2022
Welsh national football team is just one step towards the first World Cup since 1958. Will it arouse a wave of football craze in Wales?

A Cardiff project offers young people training to help save a life

LUYAO SHAO·
Sport & health
·31 March 2022
A lifesaving scheme aims to train more students to get more possibilities to survive when a cardiac arrest emergency occurs.

Cardiff campaigners use gaming to boost young people’s mental health

Jingyuan Chen·
Sport & health
·31 March 2022
Campaigners are trying to improve mental health of young people by gaming since more mental issues were caused during the pandemic

“It’s really complex”: Wales’ new endometriosis nurses just the first step

Emily Janes·
Sport & health
·26 March 2022
Wales appoints endometriosis nurses to every local health board to address long waiting times and misdiagnosis. But is this enough?

News anxiety: how to get out of a spiral of doom scrolling

Yuhan Zhang·
Sport & health
·24 March 2022
A constant stream of negative news can have a major impact on our well-being, so what's the reason behind and how can we deal with it?

Rhythm and blues: music workshops help people with learning disabilities

Roohi Mariam Peter·
Sport & health
·24 March 2022
A project in Cardiff that involves musical activities is getting people with learning disabilities to socialise and express themselves better.

Girl is about to run the Cardiff Half Marathon in memory of her dad

YIQING LIU·
Sport & health
·20 March 2022
To continue her dad's legacy and give back to the charity is the biggest motivation for Alice Wymer.

Cardiff organisation works to make the food system more sustainable

Xize Wang·
Sport & health
·17 March 2022
Cardiff is aiming to become the first “Gold Sustainable Food Places” in Wales, organize is calling for more people to “Make A Pledge” and take action.
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