Welcome to the debrief podcast, a guide through life as young women in a society built on trends, beauty standards, and gender expectations.
Mental health
Netflix’s Adolescence has brought attention to toxic masculinity influencers and the manosphere. How is this impacting young men in Cardiff?
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?
With the rise in women joining running clubs, how are these groups creating a safer and more supportive environment for their members?
As the dust settles on Cheltenham Festival the question is asked, are we doing enough to protect young people from the dangers of gambling?
With no scrums, tackles, or kicking, how does this game help players with health problems find camaraderie and joy?
A Welsh author is collecting personal stories of the pandemic in Wales. What has the lockdown taught people about their lives and communities?
A recent case in Wales reignites fears that many still overlook coercive control as a crime. Could this be a turning point?
A woman who battled mental illness launches women's boxing program in Cardiff. Can boxing empower women with strength and confidence?
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?
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 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?
Thousands of cases go unreported at Cardiff University as students face setbacks due to multiple barriers challenging access for help
This project not only develop your artistic talent, but also help you understand deeper needs.
New classes in an ancient form of Chinese self-defence and meditation are now running in Riverside.
Cardiff’s vibrant Polish community aims to create a piece of Poland abroad, resonating with the sounds, stories, and spirit of its homeland.
In Splott, a vibrant community gathers every Tuesday at goodShed to learn practical skills, connect with neighbors, and work on hands-on projects.
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?
According to a new data more than 19 million Brits are spending the majority of their time alone on average 51+ hours a month.
Both a historic burial ground and local wildlife site, the gates of Cathays Cemetery offer a calm and picturesque retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Welsh capital.
A student sells English and Welsh notebooks for people with anxiety and Welsh learners. What does it take to become a young entrepreneur in Wales?
Cardiff played host to a huge gathering of dogs last week in an effort to socialise a super-friendly and empathetic breed actively
Bristol University loses appeal over suicide of disabled on exam day. Is Cardiff University doing enough to look after its own students?
Women struggle more with break-ups than men with many suffering from bouts of depression and the need to take medication.
February serves as LGBT history month, so tracing LGBT history, why has it become more important in the millennial generation.
More young people than ever before are struggling with their mental health, but one man in Cardiff believes he has found the answer.
Two recent surveys have highlighted alarming numbers of mental health problems and overwhelming frustrations at university services.
A campaign aims to highlight the importance of talking to deal with loneliness, an issue that impacts over 1.9 million people in the UK.
Period poverty is an issue that affects many people who menstruate : How is it being addressed in educational spaces?
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.
Nurses are turning away from the NHS not only for low pay, but a feeling that they aren’t getting the respect, especially from the Welsh Government.
Despite their 1-0 loss to Chesham this weekend, can Merthyr's model of fan ownership provide a valuable alternative to modern football?
Railway Community Gardens, a volunteer project in Cardiff, is giving away free trees to households to help fight climate change.
Tremorfa’s volunteer run community Pantry is holding a series of craft workshops to help locals in the run up to Christmas.
What have the Welsh public been doing to save this winter during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Two Cardiff based artists are helping communities battle mental health and breakdown social barriers though their mobile art studio.
Campaigners are trying to improve mental health of young people by gaming since more mental issues were caused during the pandemic
Two-thirds of hearing impaired people in the UK don't have an accessible way of contacting their GP. What challenges do they face in Cardiff?
Poet and cancer survivor finds himself and explains how writing poetry has been a form of therapy and helped him to cope with anxiety and depression.
While loneliness in old people has become a problem in the UK, a newly formed club in Cardiff aims to get them back into the social sphere.
With Rare Disease Day around the corner, here are seven diseases that will make your jaw drop with either amazement or concern, or possibly both.
Cardiff hair salons will now be part of an initiative to help people suffering from domestic abuse and sexual violence. Could this help tackle the issue?
A free female-only gym in Cardiff that offers a safe space to workout, is at risk of closing down due to issues with funding.
A Welsh woman living with PTSD has published her own book, inspired by nature.
A gender-neutral hair salon in Cardiff is advocating for more queer-inclusive hairdressing spaces around the country.
A Christmas without lockdown, but it’s hard for some people to “back to normal” chaos of festival.
Award-winning theatre group talks about grief with a gut-wrenching satire on their late friend's passing.
The Welsh Government aims to normalise menstrual hygiene in workplaces by 2026. We asked women in Cardiff how they feel about paid period leaves, and what the government could do better.
This is Katheryn's story, a story that teaches us how, sometimes, a helpful hand of a professional is what one needs to find the power to take control of your life again!
Take time out of your life to be close to nature and give your mind and body a break from trivialities through 30 Days Wild challenge.
While most people are excited about the easing of lockdown regulations, those suffering with social anxiety are worried about losing their alone time.
After its success in Rhonda Cynon Taff, Hapi Cymru aims to engage the whole community in its projects.
As the pandemic made gatherings and indoor sports difficult, a traditional Chinese martial art is spreading across Cardiff. Why is it gaining in popularity?
As an effort to make women feel safer walking alone on ‘National Rape Day’, Cardiff University’s football team offers to...
After more than a year the pandemic hit the UK, we spoked with nurses in Wales to understand what they wish for the future of the profession.
Cardiff University has the third-highest number of reported cases in incidences of racism. However, the actual incidents could be higher as not every incident is reported.
Cardiff is the UK city most likely to suffer from insomnia (37%), followed by Sheffield (36%), Glasgow (35%) and Newcastle (35%)
Cardiff professor is being honoured as ‘superwoman’. What inspires her to keep going in the hard times to become ‘superwoman’?
How a campaign inspires people to run and excercise during the pandemic.
With schools transitioning to online learning, many students have been feeling ‘Zoom fatigue’.
What is being done to help the wellbeing of the elderly during the lockdown period?
Members of the autistic community in Cardiff created a virtual scratch night with the help of Aubergine Café and the Arts Council of Wales.
App for elderly to help them with dementia
Over 121,000 blind and partially sighted people in Wales also deserve mental health care.
During the testing times of the pandemic, this partially blind man turns into sports for confidence.
As a part of the campaign, celebrities and influencers take to their social media handles to share pictures of them...
DMU Gospel Choir conducts virtual Christmas Concert for people across world to keep up holiday mood amid the pandemic. A...
A beautiful forest hidden under your nose.
"I think I am saner because of my pets. We have less confrontation with pets at home than with humans."
From small boxes of Zoom, some people are dancing with the person they are living with; some are dancing with their lovely cuddle toys.
Does the thought of being cooped up inside fill you with dread? Here's some advice to get through it.
On this year’s Mother’s Day, we give our attention not only to these great heroes around us, but also the issues they face.
For Kerrie Aldridge, running isn’t about finishing times. It’s about finishing lines and her son waiting at the end of them.
After a beloved former teammate's passing, a Torfaen walking rugby club is determined to open the sport to all players, just as he did.
"Run by the community, for the community." Go out, say hello to your neighbours and improve your community spirit.
"I still remember the first meeting when women couldn't stop talking with tears in their eyes." Cardiff's Menopause Cafe attracts many.
"I was determined to bring back the colour and joy that her death took from our world and decided to decorate her grave."
“Boxing ring is like a game of chess; it is important to understand at what moment you should make a specific move."
Do you feel like you are speeding through life without being in the moment? Here are some effective tips on how to be more mindful.
19-year-old Thomas Evans said that photography helps him to take power back during his toughest time.
Thousands of British males have stopped shaving for a month in order to raise money and awareness for Movember 2019.
The first episode of Miles to Go talks about "Lost in Translation", a quest to search for your identity and understand the world around you.
Being in nature is scientifically proven to help improve mental health: do people in Cardiff think its important too?
The green space and urban wildlife of Cardiff are central to its identity. For our day of #GreenCardiff2019 we asked Cardiffians how they feel about the role of it in their city.
The Welsh Government has given extra funding to university mental health services. But is this in itself enough?
Are British universities doing enough to prevent the rise in mental health issues, amongst students in their institutions?
A recent report has highlighted the risk of mental health issues faced by the elderly in the UK, could music cafes offer a solution?
Homelessness in Wales has increased by 40%, Shelter Cymru has released a report exploring challenges to the rough sleeper problem.
A new Barbie will represent children with disabilities. But how much can it really improve kids' wellbeing?
Find out what it is really like to have body image problems and what you can do to support someone.
Young people normally indulge in two hours of social media browsing time per day and this trend could put their mental health at risk.
People rely on social media for almost everything. Some say it's an easy habit to break, others say it's not possible.
Winter blues got you down? Here are some simple tips to redecorate your home into a warm, productive haven worth hanging out in.