• 9: The Frost Report Episode 9 - Let's talk Menopause
    Nov 11 2022
    How many of you can admit to having ever thought “Why is she being like that”, whether it be about your mother, sister, a partner or even a friend, can you relate to times when you thought they were being unnecessarily “moody” or “irritable” or “too quiet”? Growing up in a female dominant household, I can remember the times when these thoughts crossed my mind, and even as a grown adult I find myself presented with scenario’s that lead me to ask this question. Of course, there are so many reasons as to why somebody might be behaving in a certain way, and as human beings, we learn understanding and empathy for others and whatever challenges they may face, however, one thing that we often don’t learn, is how we can best navigate menopause. Menopause is something that affects all women, and in turn, can indirectly affect the family, friends and even the colleagues of those who are going through it. Looking back at my life, and having discussed this recently with other male friends and colleagues, I have found that there has generally been a lack of discussion on menopause, and this has led to an absence of knowledge and understanding. Also, of note, is that many females I spoke to also felt that there was a lack of education for them as they grew into women. As children we had had sex education, and lessons in our personal health and social care, and were given an understanding of menstruation. Thinking about this now, I personally feel that having a discussion about the menopause would also have been of benefit to myself, and to the women I know who have been and are going through it. I am not entirely sure why we are so lacking in dialogue surrounding such an important topic, but one thing which I am sure of, is that having a broader understanding of the menopause would not only help all women to prepare and navigate this often difficult time, educating a broader society would give us a better understanding, and in turn be able to be emphatic and better support. So… Lets talk Menopause!!! Resources Menopause Support provides education, information, advice and support to individuals and employers via private consultations, public workshops, and webinars. www.menopausesupport.co.uk  Free resources include videos, posters, symptom checkers, 10 things your Dr should know about menopause, Understanding Menopause for Partners and how to prepare for your Drs appointment.   We also host a private menopause support private community on Facebook called The Menopause Support Network  Women's Health Concernis part of the British Menopause Society (BMS) offering factual, evidence-based information for the public. www.womens-health-concern.org The British Menopause Society- Useful to find videos of menopause specialists talking about specific aspects of menopause and to find your nearest NHS menopause clinic using the 'find a specialist’ search tool. www.bms.org.uk   The Daisy Network is a charity supporting those affected by premature menopause www.daisynetwork.org.uk  The National Institute of Medical Herbalists is the UK's leading professional organisation of practitioners of herbal medicine. www.nimh.org.uk  Books  Oestrogen Matters, Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris, PhD  The Complete Guide to the Menopause- Dr Annice Mukherjee  Natural Menopause- Consultant editor Anne Henderson MA MRCOG  The Complete Guide to POI & Early Menopause, Dr Hannah Short and Dr Mandy Leonhardt    The XX Brain- Dr Lisa Mosconi  Me & My Menopausal Vagina, one woman’s story of living with vaginal atrophy, useful downloadable leaflet, and poster www.mymenopausalvagina.co.uk  MBoldened- Menopause conversations we all need to have- Edited by Caroline Harris  Menopause in the workplace  CIPD- Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development excellent workplace resources focusing on menopause. -www.cipd.co.uk  Let's talk menopause | CIPD Guidance  FOM-Faculty of occupational medicine useful downloadable document and poster on supporting menopause in the workplace. - www.fom.ac.uk  Guidance-on-menopause-and-the-workplace-v6.pdf (fom.ac.uk)  ACAS-  https://www.acas.org.uk/menopause-at-work helpful information for employers and employees
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 8: The Frost Report - Episode 8 - Drug Addiction and Mental Health
    May 18 2022
    This Episode we talk openly with Daniella Westbrook, Daniella Westbrook, Paul Danan and Chalkie White who don't hold back on their experiences. 

    An estimated 1 in 11 adults aged 16 to 59 years old had taken a drug in the last year (9.4%; approximately 3.2 million people and around one in five adults aged 16 to 24 years old had taken a drug in the last year (21%; approximately 1.3 million people).

    Drug use is prevalent in our society and causes irreparable damage to families, relationships, and can also result in death. Drug-related deaths in England and Wales have risen for the eighth year in a row and remain at their highest level in more than a quarter of a century, figures show.

    There were 4,561 deaths related to drug poisoning registered in England and Wales in 2020, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said.

    This is the highest number since records began in 1993, and up 3.8% from the previous year.

    On this podcast we have spoken openly and honestly with courage and bravery about the personal impact of drug use on their lives.

    I am hoping anyone listening to this podcast can learn and be reassured that you can survive drug use.

    If you have been affected by the topic of this report we have listed some useful links for you below.

    https://www.drugwise.org.uk/where-can-i-get-help/
    https://www.priorygroup.com/
    https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/for-adults/a-z-of-issues/addictions-clinic
    https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/drug-addiction-getting-help/
    https://www.itv.com/thismorning/articles/drug-addiction-helplines
    https://boysgetsadtoo.com/
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    56 mins
  • 7: The Frost Report Episode 7 - Chuck D
    Jan 20 2022
    Chuck D: Educator, Innovator, Philosopher and Speaker of Black Culture. 

    It is with immense pride that the Frost Report have had the opportunity to converse on a range of subjects, with one of the founders of Public Enemy. Credited with seamlessly turning hip hop into a serious art form,  whilst at the same time ensuring the genre appealed to more than just a black audience, the profound legacy of Chuck D and Public Enemy is ingrained for immortality in black musical history. 

    A renowned activist of broad intelligence who has never been afraid to voice his opinion and encourage change. The Frost Report in conversation with Chuck D is not to be missed.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 6: The Frost Report Episode 6 Black History Season special
    Oct 24 2021
    The new Frost Report Black History Month special. We talk about the influence of black culture and music on the scene from the early rave days right up to the modern era. My special guests are DJ Brockie, Simon Bassline and Tania Maria Lee from UMC Management
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    1 hr
  • 5: The Frost Report Episode 5 - Ice T Special
    Aug 27 2021
    This month's episode of The Frost reports looks into serious youth violence, gangs and county lines.  In this special episode I'm joined by my co-host Kendra Houseman from Out of the Shadows and the original OG ICE T
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • 4: The Frost Report Episode 4 - Serious Youth Violence, Gangs and County Lines
    Jun 24 2021
    This week on the Frost Report, My guests Junior Smart, Kendra House and Sheldon Thomas will be delving deep into a subject that does not have enough publicity, funding or public concern thrown at it- because most people are unaware of the gravity of it. 

    The exponential rise of using children to traffic drugs across the country, known as county lines activity, has led to approximately 30,000 children, being failed at every single level of society.

    Failed in education, failed by children’s services, failed by the legal system. Some of these kids have been failed until they are dead. We need to address this. We need to have yet another uncomfortable conversation, and change the future of all of our children.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 3: The Frost Report Episode 3 - Mental Health in Music
    May 7 2021
    This month on the Frost Report my special guests Mampi Swift, Friction and Doc Scott talk openly about their struggles with mental health and the pressures of the industry we work in.

    If you are worried about your own mental health We are Hummingbird are here to help.
    https://www.wearehummingbird.com/help-and-resources

    A huge thank you to my guests and The Frost report sponsors
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 2: The Frost Report Episode 2 - All things Mental Health / Why Women feel unsafe
    Apr 11 2021
    This week is a double header where I talk all things Mental Health and ask the question Why Women feel unsafe in today's society? My guests include: Paris Cesvette, Carly Wilford, Professor Catherine Loveday and Ellie Talebian.
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    1 hr and 11 mins