I’m on a first-name basis with the people who work in my local charity shops. I love them. In fact I’d say nearly all of my wardrobe is second hand. And it’s not just me, studies suggest the market for ‘pre-loved’ items could even become bigger than ‘fast fashion’ by 2029, so it looks as though thrifting is here to stay - but why?

I’m Mary Mandefield and in this episode of Noted, I want to dig deeper into why secondhand shopping is becoming more popular and the real impact of fast fashion. I’ll speak to environmentalist and ethical influencer, Laura Young and I also visit Oxfam’s Northern Logistics Centre in Batley, to find out what happens to clothes that don’t get sold in their shops.

And I’ve got tips on how you can save some money on your clothes, and help make a difference to the environment, too.

Oh and just to let you know, we’ve come to the end of this series! All episodes of Noted are still available, so go back and explore. I want to say a big thank you for listening and hope you have a wonderful new year.

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Grime is the UK genre which has led to worldwide stars. Now over twenty years later, its origins are being told on our screens.

It’s Mary here, and on this episode of Noted we’re exploring and celebrating Grime music and culture. I’m speaking to Grime legend DJ Target, whose show ‘Grime Kids’ follows the summer plans of a group of young boys in East London in 2001, who go on to create what we now know as Grime.

I want to explore how this homegrown genre came to be, how it allows people to share their lives, and where it fits into our culture today.

BBC music reporter Mark Savage joins me too. I ask him about the way this music scene has evolved over the course of his twenty-year career. And I chat to rapper and producer, Nics, from South London about the power of Grime and its influence on new music.

Are you a Grime fan? Or did you find anything surprising from this episode? You can drop me a Whatsapp on +447723735241

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I love dating! But I’ll be the first to say that sometimes it’s long.

It’s Mary here and luckily, I heard that in 2024 it could be different…

The dating app Bumble has surveyed thousands of its users about how they date. And it looks like we’re moving towards more openness, less judgement when it comes to dating.

I invited Channel 4’s Celebs Go Dating agent, Anna Williamson to go through the results. She’s also got loads of advice for you on this too. We chat about vulnerability, being on the same page and communication.

Plus I speak to ‘perfectionism’ psychologist Thomas Curran because we’re all about taking steps to be happy with where we are right now.

What do you think dating will be like in 2024? You can drop me a Whatsapp on +447723735241

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Have you ever thought about egg freezing?

Almost half of Gen Z say they’re worried about their future fertility, in a report from fertility benefits company Apryl. Egg freezing is the fastest growing fertility treatment in the UK. For many people, freezing your eggs feels like a bit of an insurance policy, and could let you have children in the future. But is it always that simple? I’m Mary, and in this episode, I explore why young people are more aware of their fertility, and how freezing your eggs actually works. Love Island’s India Reyonolds shares her fertility journey. And I speak to her cousin Isla, a fertility midwife, who tells me how the process works. Plus, insight from Dr Catherine Hill, from Fertility Network UK.

Get involved with the conversation. I’m on WhatsApp on: +447723735241

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Resources:

Fertility information from the NHS and from Fertility Network UK

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If the winter months leave you feeling pretty low then maybe you’re suffering with something that around 2 million others in the UK are going through too. It’s called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. It’s a kind of depression linked to the change in seasons, and is thought to be caused by a lack of sunlight.

So how do you know if you have it, and what can you actually do about it, seeing as you can’t change the weather?

I’m Mary, and that’s what I’m exploring in this week's episode of Noted.

I’ll be speaking to Dr. Norman Rosenthal - the man that coined the term Seasonal Affective Disorder back in 1984 - about what it is and how to spot it.

I’ll also hear from 22 year old Libbigail Evans who was diagnosed with SAD, and get loads of advice from TikToker Jodie Rogers and The North Face explorer Ben Ankobiah about how they try and lift their moods at this time of year.

And I wanna hear from you on this, do you have SAD? Even if you haven’t been diagnosed, but experience some of the symptoms of it, get in touch. The WhatsApp number is +447723735241.

This is an original podcast production from The News Movement and Persephonica

Resources:

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/about-sad/

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When Caster Semenya sprinted to victory in the 2009 World Championships, it should have marked her place as an athlete on the global stage. Instead, it opened the door to questions about whether she should be allowed to compete at all.

Semenya was called for a gender verification test and it was leaked to the media that she was born with differences of sexual development (DSD), meaning she has elevated levels of testosterone.

Since then, the two-time Olympic champion has been at the centre of a huge debate about gender in sport. This has played out entirely in the public eye, but often without Semenya’s voice at all. Until now.

I’m Mary Mandefield, and in this episode of Noted we’ll hear Caster’s story in her own words.

As always, I want to hear from you on this. The WhatsApp number is +447723735241 if you want to tell me what you think, or share an experience you’ve had.

This is an original podcast production from The News Movement and Persephonica.

Exclusive statement from World Athletics:

‘World Athletics' primary focus is on protecting the integrity of the female category. If we don’t, then women and young girls will not choose sport. That is, and has always been, the Federation’s sole motivation. World Athletics has over a decade of research, directly from DSD athletes in our own sport, that show high testosterone levels do provide an unfair advantage in the female category.’

Fine more from Caster Semenya and full statement from World Athletics on YouTube.

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In April 2022, the government announced a new policy to reduce migration to the UK that involved sending asylum seekers who reached British soil without permission to have their claims processed in Rwanda.

The Rwanda policy has been debated in the media and in courts of law for the past 18 months and the most crucial legal case yet is being decided right now in the Supreme Court.

I’m Mary, and in this episode of Noted, I want to understand how this policy fits into the bigger picture of migration in the UK.

Molly Blackall, the i Paper’s global affairs correspondent, has been covering the policy since it was announced. She shares why it's been so controversial and what might come next.

Kolbassia Haussou, a torture survivor and spokesperson for Freedom From Torture, tells me about his own experience of seeking asylum in the UK.

I always want to hear from you, whether it’s something we’re talking about on the pod, or maybe you just want to share your experience. The Whatsapp number is +447723735241.

*As of 15th November 2023, the Rwanda policy was deemed as unlawful by the Supreme Court. We’ll keep you up to date on this story, follow The News Movement socials for more.*

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Elon Musk, Amy Schumer and even our ex-prime minister Boris Johnson have openly said they’ve tried Ozempic, a diabetes drug that can also be used for weight loss.

I’m Mary, and in this episode of Noted, I want to understand what Ozempic actually is, why it’s so popular and is it actually safe?

Sophie Peachey from The News Movement explains why it feels like we’re seeing the drug all over our feeds.

Curve model and body positivity activist Felicity Hayward shares how trends have changed and how we can be making choices about our bodies.

And I hear from Tanya, who’s been taking Ozempic and get the facts from Dr. Adwoa Danso-Boamah.

I always want to hear from you, whether it’s something we’re talking about on the pod, or maybe you just want to share your experience. The Whatsapp number is +447723735241.

Noted is an original podcast production from The News Movement and Persephonica.

Resources:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/obesity/treatment/

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/

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