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AIDS: The Lost Voices

William Hampson

In "AIDS: The Lost Voices," hosts William Hampson and Gloria take a profound look back at the often overlooked narratives of individuals affected by the AIDS crisis in the 80s and 90s.They navigate through the archives of British newspapers, shedding light on the lived experiences that were overshadowed by sensationalist headlines. Hampson, drawing from his own harrowing experiences as detailed in his book "The Lost Boys of Soho", highlights the personal toll of the pandemic, revealing how stigma

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 4/4

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/03/29

Episode 4 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the

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60:16

AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 3/4

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/03/22

Episode 3 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the

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65:17

AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 2/4

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/03/15

Episode 2 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the

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61:47

AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Diary of Dave Patridge 1/4

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/03/08

Episode 1 of 4Dave Patridge was 31 when he received the diagnosis of AIDS in the summer of 1987, a time when fear and misinformation surrounded the disease. Originating from Illinois, he courageously chronicled his journey through illness in a diary, which he shared with the Herald & Review newspaper under the pseudonym ‘Jacob’, inspired by the character from La Cage Aux Folles.His poignant reflections resonated with the Decatur community, with the odd objection, providing insight into the

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54:53

AIDS: The Lost Voices - The AIDS Bandits

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/03/01

In this series finale, we delve into the complex and often troubling interplay between fear and exploitation surrounding AIDS diagnoses. Cases emerge that spotlight individuals who, either through personal struggle or malintent, weaponised the stigma of AIDS to manipulate and harm others.Incidents of 'spitting', where individuals discharged saliva while claiming to be AIDS carriers, illustrate the depths of ignorance and the sheer panic they induced in victims. Equally disturbing are the stories of

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47:13

AIDS: The Lost Voices - HIV & Reckless Transmission

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/02/22

In this episode, we examine two notable cases of what has been termed 'HIV reckless transmission,' an aspect of Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) where an individual transmits HIV to another without disclosing their status.During the trial of the first man in the UK to be prosecuted, the judge remarked that the case relied on “pitiful evidence," highlighting the inherent difficulties in establishing a clear connection between the accused's actions and the transmission of the virus.All articles and relevant

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49:04

AIDS: The Lost Voices - Court, Disinfectant & Spacesuits

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/02/15

In this episode, we delve into the lives of three men whose HIV/AIDS status tragically intertwined with their court appearances, leading to a profound public outing by the media. Each individual faced not only the repercussions of their alleged crimes but also the harsh realities of stigma associated with their health condition.They were subjected to courtroom protocols that included the presence of personnel in “spacesuits” and for the first time in the courts history, stringent disinfection

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56:06

AIDS: The Lost Voices - 'The Mark Trotter Affair'

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/02/08

The Mark Trotter Affair unfolded as a tragic narrative set against the backdrop of the 1980s and early 1990s AIDS crisis, highlighting the intersection of social activism and systemic failures. Mark Trotter, a 34-year-old social worker from Hackney, was a well-respected figure within the Labour movement, known for his commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations.However, following his untimely death in 1995 from AIDS, the press ignited a firestorm of allegations that branded him a paedophile

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40:58

AIDS: The Lost Voice - Scammers & Blackmailers

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/02/01

During the AIDS pandemic, a troubling subculture arose, characterised by exploitation. One woman, Ann Clague sold her HIV positive test results to fraudsters to enable them to make false claims for state benefits.Additionally, in two separate cases Frank Riolfo arrested and sentenced for blackmailing Tesco supermarket for £275,000p in 1994 by threatening to inject food with HIV. Coincidentally in the same year, 1994 two others, Michael Norman and Alexander Taylor had also blackmailed three

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48:51

AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Bogus AIDS Cure & The...

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2025/01/25

Judge* Gloria presides over a high-profile case against Dr. James Sharp, exposed by investigative journalist Duncan Campbell and BBC's Watchdog of a fraudulent AIDS cure. Sharp faces the General Medical Council for misleading patients. Meanwhile, Mark Lloyd-Flynn was discovered stalking AIDS wards while posing as a doctor before being discovered interfering with patients care.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - CRIME SERIES: The Bogus AIDS Cure

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - Cases of Manslaughter

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/12/07

In this episode, we examine two poignant cases related to HIV/AIDS where initial murder charges were reduced to manslaughter. One notable case is that of nine-year-old Emma Poizer, whose mother, Angela, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. Angela’s plea was influenced by her belief that she was living with AIDS, leading her to act out of a misguided desire to protect her daughter from what she perceived to be her own inevitable fate.The second case involves

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - Michele Lupo

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/11/30

CASE FILE 1b: Michele Lupo is arrested in an undercover police sting and charged for four murders and three attempted murders. He tells detectives he felt “abused” by friends and society as reason for random murder.However, Lupo tests positive for AIDS while in custody and detectives believe AIDS is motive for murder. As the investigation deepens, so do the headlines and wild police theories.All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - MURDER FILES:

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95:17

AIDS: The Lost Voices - Jim, Tony, Damien & The Man...

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/11/23

In 1986, a series of tragic events unfolded in London, resulting in the murder of four men and an attempted murder of three others. The pivotal moment came when one of the survivors courageously identified Michele del Marco Lupo as the assailant in a local gay pub, leading to his arrest and a sentence of four life terms.Despite the extensive media coverage that followed, the details surrounding the victims and the tragic circumstances of their deaths remained largely underexplored. In recent years,

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64:40

AIDS: The Lost Voices - In Their Own Words USA

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/10/12

As the AIDS pandemic began to unfold in San Francisco, a wave of courageous gay men emerged, bravely voicing their experiences of stigma and isolation. These activists played a crucial role in raising awareness and challenging the pervasive fear and ignorance surrounding the disease. Their efforts spurred the rise of numerous organisations and charities, mobilising to provide care, support, and compassion to those affected. In an environment rife with discrimination, these individuals and groups

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71:58

AIDS: The Lost Voices - In Their Own Words

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/10/04

In 1985, four men, Adam Szczotko, Andrew Blyth, Bil Ayres, and Jo Walker each spoke on prime time television about their HIV diagnosis and the stigma around it. Speaking publicly challenged misinformation and societal backlash, humanising the struggles of those with HIV and promoting awareness and compassion. Their courage remains crucial in the fight against stigma and in advocating for the rights and respect of those affected by HIV/AIDS, even four decades on. This is their story, their voices, in

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - Rev. Gregory Richards

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/09/27

Australian-born Reverend Gregory Richards, who began his tenure at a Feltham Parish in December 1976, quickly gained attention from the British press, earning the moniker “globe-trotting vicar” due to his extensive travels and community engagements. However, less than a decade later, the narrative surrounding him shifted dramatically when he became known as the “AIDS Priest” and “AIDS Chaplain.” This change stemmed from his work not just in the parish, but with young offenders at Chelmsford Prison

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - Christopher Egner

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/09/20

Chris Egner embodied a vibrant spirit in his twenties, marked by an infectious enthusiasm and a deep-rooted faith that compelled him to help those in need. In 1984, his commitment reached new heights with an 'Organ Marathon,' where he showcased his remarkable talent by performing over 700 compositions, earning recognition in both regional and national newspapers.His dedication to community support was unwavering, so when the urgent call for blood donors arose, he responded without hesitation

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - John Lewis

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/09/13

JOHN LEWIS was a Canadian-born music composer who gained a bachelor in Music, along with several awards and distinctions.As the 1970s got underway John came to London and was commissioned to compose music scores for the renowned Ballet Rambert. A chance encounter at Rambert Studios and an interest in buying a synthesiser led John to join Brian Hodgson at his established, Electrophon Studio in Covent Garden. The pair composed music, released albums, and worked with well-known names from the music

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - The Three Doctor's

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/09/06

It was one thing to have your HIV/AIDS diagnosis and your private life dragged through the British press. It was another if you were a respected medical or healthcare professional with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.In 1992 & 1993 Dr. Curran, Dr. Clayton & Dr. Shuttleworth were not only vilified for their private lives but had their professional reputation scrutinised by the press causing widespread panic among their patients and the public. It is unforgivable that their reporting of these men didn’t

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AIDS: The Lost Voices - Martin Johnson

AIDS: The Lost Voices ·

2024/08/30

Martin Johnson met the late Diana, Princess of Wales on her first visit to the UK’s first AIDS hospice in February 1989.But no stranger to the press Martin was ‘outed’ as a gay man when subject to a police “raid” which saw him arrested along with 36 of his birthday guests in 1982. Accused of hosting an “orgy” Martin put his case before the European Court of Human Rights, but what did they rule?All articles and relevant documents from this episode are available on the:XTRA Tea Blog - MARTIN

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