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1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave

BBC Radio 1Xtra

Richie Brave hosts the biggest group chat of the week.

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Dating preferences and 20 years of the Black Powerlist

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/09/28

Richie Brave is joined by the President of Since 93', Riki Bleu, and Michael Eboda, the founder of Black Powerlist: the annual publication and awards event that identifies and celebrates the 100 most influential individuals of African, African Caribbean, and African American heritage in the UK.

59:58

Life after leaving the care system

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2025/09/26

Richie Brave discusses how to navigate life after care, and sickle cell awareness month.

59:58

Christianity & The Gospel

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2025/09/14

Gospel Heritage Month is the celebration of the history, cultural significance and enduring legacy of gospel music. Richie discusses the upcoming Premier Gospel awards and Gospel Music in general with Station Director for Premier Gospel, Muyiwa Olarewaju OBE. He is also joined by Christian leader, speaker and advocate for social justice, Shermara Fletcher-Hoyte. She discusses the different denominations of Christianity, what it really means to be a born-again Christian, the Bible and more. Lastly,

60:08

Diaspora Discussions: Is the England Flag...

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2025/09/07

Richie Brave sits down with award-winning journalist, writer and digital content creator Chante Joseph and broadcaster and financial analyst Albie Amankona as they delve into the latest thing that has dominated news headlines the last few weeks: Operation Raise the Colours: where streets, roundabouts and lampposts are being cloaked in the red and white of the St George’s Cross and the Union Jack.In this show, they discuss their opposing views and answer the question, does the recent wave of raising

60:08

Women in Sport Roundtable & Grenada Spicemas

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2025/08/31

This week on 1Xtra Talks, Richie concludes his season of spotlighting, celebrating and hailing up Black women in sport with a special roundtable. He sits down with Footballer and Broadcaster Eni Aluko, Athlete and Business Woman, Ama Pipi and Boxer, Natasha Jonas, who was the first British woman to compete at the Olympics. These women share their career journeys, their experiences and responses to dealing with racism as athletes, and what it's like to date!We also hear from 12-year-old athlete Nia

60:04

Guvna B sits in

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/08/10

Guvna B talks Black pride, women in rugby and Carnival.

60:07

Keisha the Sket, Black Power Desk and Battle Rap

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/08/03

Richie speaks to Jade Benn, author of literary phenomenon Keisha the Sket, 20 years on from its original appearance.He is also joined by Playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongoe and Actor Gerel Falconer to discuss the new upcoming musical 'Black Power Desk'. The musical is inspired by Black British activism in the 70s. Lastly, he chats with Tastemaker and content creator Mimi the Music Blogger and social media personality Lippy Lickshot to get their opinion on the latest UK v US Battle Rap discussions.

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27/07/2025

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/07/27

Richie Brave and guests with the biggest group chat of the week. @1Xtra on social

60:08

Emma Grede joins Richie

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/07/20

East London's finest business expert Emma Grede joins Richie. She's the visionary force behind some of the most influential consumer brands of our generation. She's also a trailblazing mentor and investor, the first female judge of colour on Shark Tank, and a guest Dragon on Dragons' Den.Eni Aluko also joins Richie to discuss the latest with the Women's Euro Finals!

60:07

Mary Mandefield sits in for Richie

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/07/13

Mary Mandefield is in for Richie Brave discussing Black stories on stage, netball and finding out more about Disability Pride Month. She's joined on the show by; The exec director of digital and marketing for Scope, Kwesi Afful Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Channel 4 sports presenter, journalist and host of ‘The World’s Coolest Disabled Pod’ Actor Tendai Humphrey Sitima, who stars as Johnny Lawes in new play Brixton Calling English international netball player who plays for London Pulse and just won this

60:03

Fee Mak sits in

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/07/06

Fee Mak and guests with the biggest group chat of the week. @1Xtra on social

60:08

Is our nightlife slowly vanishing?

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/06/29

We hear from Tinie Tempah on why UK nightlife also means protecting collective joy, community and creativity. We also speak with activist and writer Kelechi Okafor on reclaiming space and spirit in new book, Awakened.

59:54

The Windrush generation: then and now

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2025/06/24

Windrush's legacy shines in a Brixton play, One Way Out - which is about identity, belonging and survival - we hear from director Montel Douglas about the thought process and production. We also hear from Subira Cameron-Gopty, coordinator for the Windrush round tables, and Garrick Prayogg, community activist and campaigner. Author Keshia Sakarah talks us through the versatility of culinary islands in Caribe: A Caribbean Cookbook, and classical musician Daniel Kidane shares his passions and hopes

59:53

Remembering Grenfell: What's next for safer housing?

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/06/15

On the eighth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire, the fight for justice continues for safer housing. Joining us is housing campaigner Kwajo Tweneboa as we discuss the legacy of Grenfell and the state of social housing today, and what must change to ensure a tragedy like Grenfell never happens again. We also hear thoughts from fathers on Father's Day.

59:47

1Xtra Talks: Bradford City of Culture

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/06/10

Recorded in Bradford, celebrating it being the City of Culture. Richie's uncovering the strong cultural tapestry that makes the place so unique. Through candid conversations with locals, Richie explores the stories, histories and influences shaping the diverse communities. Joining him are journalist Grace McIntosh, photographer Victor Wedderburn, rapper Kenzo Jae, author and teacher Lola Okolosie and DJ Jae Depz - each offering their own perspective on life in Bradford.From music and media to the

59:38

Guvna B sits in: Broadcasters, influencers and...

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/06/01

In a world where digital voices and traditional media mix a lot, does one shape public opinion more than the other? Guvna B sits in and dives into the evolving landscape of influence, credibility, and storytelling. Joining the conversation are rapper Fekky, discussing his farm life documentary, then we dig into this topic with content creator and speaker Courtney Boateng, presenter Oré Olukoga, journalist Jonelle Awomoyi and influencer Ella Thomas. Together, they unpack how media and influence

59:50

Speaking up on mental health

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/05/18

Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognised worldwide, as well as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.

60:05

Do cheaters ever prosper?

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/05/11

New Netflix TV show Cheaters is bringing secrets to the light, and presenter and relationships expert Paul Brunson gives us the inside scoop on its success, as well as understanding the spiral towards betrayal through cheating in relationships.Plus, live from New York, presenter Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty brings us the latest on the Diddy trial - breaking down the biggest moments and what’s next. And from Birmingham, author Selina Brown joins us to highlight the importance of cultural diversity in

59:54

Is using synthetic hair dangerous?

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/05/04

We hear from hair health experts Jacqueline Shaw and Jadene Taylor as they look into safer options and alternatives to synthetic hair. We catch up with supermodel and presenter of BBC Glow Up Leomie Anderson, and best-selling author Candice Brathwaite shares thoughts after her first London Marathon.

59:52

Let's talk about addiction

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave ·

2025/04/27

Tune in for a raw and unfiltered journey into the highs and lows that define addiction. Richie Brave hears from Ricky and Alisha May Williams, a couple showcasing their sobriety journey; speaker and author Courtney Boateng shares overcoming a pornography addiction; alcoholic drink alternatives with Denise Hamilton-Mace, creator of Low No Drinker Magazine; and advice from Safer Gambling Advisor for Bet Know More org, Steven Nyandu.

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