On The Outskirts

Alice Catherine & Sophia Rosemary
On The Outskirts

Welcome to 'On The Outskirts' - a podcast co hosted by Manchester bloggers Alice Catherine and Sophia Rosemary! We wanted to sit down and record our regular chats inspired by living and working on The Outskirts of the London blogging bubble. We don’t think we’re the only ones who can sometimes struggle with feeling 'out of the loop' and with that in mind, we really wanted to create a space where we can have an inclusive, honest, and open chat about a variety of subjects. This is a podcast where everyone can feel involved, so make yourself a cup of tea and pull up a seat... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Feeling more hopeful & lockdown 2.0 musings...

    11/20/2020

    Feeling more hopeful & lockdown 2.0 musings...

    In this episode we take a huge sigh of relief and start to feel a little more hopeful about the world after some much needed positive news! We share our musings on how we are finding Lockdown 2.0 so far (and the TV shows that have been keeping us company)... Things we mention in this episode... The Undoing (Sky & NowTV) The Trial of The Chicago 7 (Netflix) Disclosure (Documentary on Netflix) UK based Children's charities to donate to (only donate if you're able & please share!) Magic Breakfast - We ensure that no child in our partner schools is too hungry to learn by providing healthy breakfast food and expert support to help identify and reach those pupils at risk of hunger. Fare Share - We believe that no good food should go to waste! We redistribute surplus food to charities that turn it into meals. Children's Society - We empower young people to make positive changes and rediscover their hope. They want a future they can look forward to and we’re here to make sure they get it. Working alongside young people, their families and community, we will not rest until together, step-by-step, we've created a society built for all children. School Food Matters - Our mission is to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. Choose Love - the Choose Love shop is now back open! An amazing way to support vulnerable refugee children this winter - you can buy actual items & they get sent directly to those who need them most. Thank you for listening! (You can find us below until the next episode) www.sophiarosemary.com Instagram: @sophia_rosemary www.alicecatherine.com Instagram: @alicecatherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  2. 08/04/2020

    The new political landscape, cancel culture vs criticism, and a positive new direction for women's health!

    This week we chat a bit about the current political landscape, cancel culture vs valid criticism, and champion the new BodyForm campaign as a progressive part of the female health journey... Womb stories campaign here: https://www.bodyform.co.uk/our-world/why-our-wombstories-need-to-be-heard/ Flow & Fruit Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/flowandfruit/?hl=en Unsolved Mysteries documentary on Netflix Athlete A documentary on Netflix On The record on Amazon Miss America (BBC Iplayer series) My Life on the Road by Gloria Steinem Natives by Akala A list of female health charities to donate to (if you're able) Well Being of Women (they invest in pioneering research for women's health): https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/donate/ Every Month Manchester (helping to end period poverty in Manchester): https://www.everymonthcampaign.org/donate Bloody Good Period (helping the fight against period poverty): https://www.bloodygoodperiod.com/ Endometriosis UK (providing vital support services, reliable information for those affected by endometriosis.: https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/about-us Marie Stopes (providing high quality reproductive healthcare to people within the UK): https://www.mariestopes.org.uk/ Women's Aid (helping women experiencing domestic abuse): https://www.womensaid.org.uk/donate/ WISH (women's mental health charity): https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/donate?cid=108281&&wl=1&br=5 Helen Bamber Foundation (help survivors of human rights violations): http://www.helenbamber.org/about-us/ Thank you for listening! (You can find us below until the next episode) www.sophiarosemary.com Instagram: @sophia_rosemary www.alicecatherine.com Instagram: @alicecatherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  3. 07/06/2020

    Glasto chat, noughties TV shows, and lockdown birthday celebrations...

    In this episode we chat about festival blues and reminisce about Glastonbury! We gush about the new BBCiplayer series 'I May Destroy You' and discuss the importance of portraying sexual consent and sexual assault narratives on screen. We take a trip down memory lane with a well known noughties TV show & explore the problem with Lolita... Things we mention in this episode I May Destroy You (a series on BBCiplayer) Dating Amber (film) My Dark Vanessa (a book by Katie Elizabeth Russell) Lolita & Letters to Vera (both by Vladimir Nabokov) Girl Woman Other (a book by Bernardine Evaristo) The O.C (yep, that noughties show you've probably watched before) In celebration of pride month, we are dedication this episode to Manchester Pride You can donate to Manchester Pride here Queer Black, BAME and POC Charities, Organisations and Community Groups (list sourced via Manchester Pride) UK Black Pride UK Black Pride is Europe’s largest celebration for LGBTQ people of African, Asian, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and Latin American descent. Rainbow Noir Rainbow Noir is a volunteer lead social, peer support and community action group, which celebrates and platforms people of colour who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans*, Queer and/or Intersex (LGBTQI+). QTI Coalition of Colour  QTI Coalition of Colour is a network for self-identified QTI people of colour in Cambridge. Dosti Leicester Dosti is a social & support group for South Asian and Middle Eastern lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGB&T) communities across Leicester and Leicestershire. QTIPOC Notts Social group for LGBTQIA+ people of colour in Nottingham and surrounding areas. BAME LGBT Charity They empower and celebrate queer people of colour in the UK. Bi’s of Colour Support for those in the bisexual+ community who are Black and People of Colour. BlackOut UK  A media platform and community organisation for and by Black Gay, Bi, Trans and/or Queer Men in the UK. COLOURS Gendered Intelligence Youth group for black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) 13-25 year olds in London. DesiQ South Asian LGBTQIA+ London/South East is for people of South Asian origin who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, pansexual, trans, intersex, non-binary, questioning/unsure and queer. Hidayah  Providing support, education and welfare for the Muslim LGBT+ community. House of Rainbow Fosters relationships among Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer (LGBTIQ+) individuals Imaan The UK’s leading LGBTQ+ Muslim charity Queer Asia Striving to build a global platform from which to challenge dominant ideas, forms, and representations of gender and sexuality The NAZ Project London NAZ is a BAME-led sexual health agency working to address sexual health inequalities in BAME communities Naz and Matt Foundation  This organisation tackles homophobia triggered by religion to help parents accept their children. Purple Rain Collective  A collective space for BAME LGBTQ & QTIBPOC in the UK. Sarbat LGBT Sikhs Sarbat is a volunteer led group addressing LGBT issues from a Sikh perspective. Scotch Bonnet  Scotch Bonnet is a collaborative group, working to provide alternative creative and social spaces for QTIPOC and allies. All sorts BAMER/POC Youth Network, working with young LGTBQ people aged 16-25 and advocates, listen and supports. QTIPOC Brighton QTIPOC Brighton is a group for queer, trans, and intersex people of colour in Brighton. KiKi Bristol  Kiki Bristol is a space for QTIPOC. QTIPOC Healing Space This space exists for queer, trans and intersex Black, Indigenous & persons of color (QTIBIPoC) to discuss how we can use our unique gifts to navigate the intersectional challenges in our individual lives and heal together as a community. QTIPOC Leeds They provide a supportive space for LGBTQI people of colour. Our Space Leeds A community and digital art hub for QTIPoC from and around Leeds. Glitter Cymru Glitter Cymru is a Cardiff based social meet-up group for Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) people who are Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans (LGBT+). Persian LGBT Persian LGBT Organisation, is a voluntary non for profit organisation which aims to welcome and support Asylum Seekers community from all around the world into the UK. Thank you for listening! (You can find us below until the next episode) www.sophiarosemary.com Instagram: @sophia_rosemary www.alicecatherine.com Instagram: @alicecatherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  4. 06/21/2020

    A movement not a moment: a closer look at some anti-racism resources, uncomfortable conversations & the problem with the fashion industry...

    This week we have an open and honest chat about the past few weeks, what it truly means to be anti-racist, and how we plan to learn and unlearn going forward. We discuss some of the valuable resources we have been consuming since our last episode, and unpick the urgent changes that need to be made within the fashion industry. We also discuss the importance of recognising that real social change has to stem from sustainable energy in order for us to progress long term. This is a 'movement not a moment'. Black lives always matter and we must be prepared to commit to the lifelong work ahead... Resources we discuss in this episode listed below! Documentaries & Dramas  13th Documentary on Netflix  Becoming (Michelle Obama) Documentary on Netflix  Sitting in Limbo - Windrush scandal drama on BBCiplayer  What Happened, Miss Simone? Documentary on Netflix  When They See Us (drama on Netflix) Books/reading material  Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge Resources by Rachel Cargle: https://linktr.ee/1thatgotawayy Some articles on the links between racism and the environment  The climate crisis is also a racist crisis: structural racism, inequality and climate change by Leon Sealey-Huggins  Further reading on climate change and racism via Galdem Magazine  Charities to donate to (if you're financially able) Black Lives Matter  Black Visions Collective George Floyd Memorial Fund  Minnesota Freedom Fund Run With Maud  The Bail Project  Reclaim The Block Campaign Zero  NAACP Legal Defence Fund Women For Political Change Thank you for listening! (You can find us below until the next episode) www.sophiarosemary.com Instagram: @sophia_rosemary www.alicecatherine.com Instagram: @alicecatherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m
  5. 06/08/2020

    Tales from lockdown - TV, books, and apple crumble!

    Thanks so much for tuning into series two of On The Outskirts - we hope you're all doing okay out there & we hope this first episode acts as a little bit of comfort this week... There’s no doubt that 2020 has felt particularly heavy. With this in mind, we have really been thinking about how we can utilise our platforms in a more balanced and resourceful way. Whilst our jobs are primarily about offering up content that provides escapism - we also feel a moral duty to speak up and use our privilege for the greater good. We know this is just a very small step in the right direction, but each episode of this season, we would like to dedicate the last ten minutes to a charity/cause that we feel passionately about.  In light of the recent death of George Floyd and the subsequent protests across America and the rest of the world - we want to start the series off by paying respect to this and providing some useful resources in the show notes below. It’s not enough just to provide lighthearted escapism on social media at when there’s so much corruption and injustice in the world. We can’t look away or stay silent when it comes to racism - we must commit to the lifelong work that comes with being actively anti-racist. Black lives have always mattered and I think it’s important to note that anti racism is not some sort of checklist that we get to tick off. It’s a practice we have to enforce every single day so that it becomes second nature. It’s not just how we present ourselves online, it’s conversations in real life and with strangers. It’s the books on our shelves and speaking up even when it feels uncomfortable. Black lives matter way more than anxious thoughts and complacency. Some charities to donate to (if you're financially able) Black Lives Matter  Black Visions Collective George Floyd Memorial Fund  Minnesota Freedom Fund Run With Maud  The Bail Project  Reclaim The Block Campaign Zero  NAACP Legal Defence Fund Women For Political Change OR split a donation between 70+ community bail funds, mutual aid funds, and racial justice organizers here Offer your support by signing the below petitions! Sign the Justice for George Floyd petition here  Sign the petition for Breonna Taylor here Sign the petition to prosecute the Minneapolis Police Department's officers who killed George Floyd here. Sign the petition to raise the degree for Derek Chauvin's murder charge here. Sign the petition for the UK government to condemn President Trump's response to BLM protests here. Sign the petition for British schools to implement teaching British children about black history here.   Anti-racism document put together by Sarah Sophie Flicker and Alyssa Klein - includes podcasts, books, articles & more! We also both have new blog posts up this week with much more information than we could ever squeeze into here (linked below) From Alice - Anti-racism and being a better ally: Black lives matter movement From Sophia - Understanding how we are part of the problem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m

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    Welcome to 'On The Outskirts' - a podcast co hosted by Manchester bloggers Alice Catherine and Sophia Rosemary! We wanted to sit down and record our regular chats inspired by living and working on The Outskirts of the London blogging bubble. We don’t think we’re the only ones who can sometimes struggle with feeling 'out of the loop' and with that in mind, we really wanted to create a space where we can have an inclusive, honest, and open chat about a variety of subjects. This is a podcast where everyone can feel involved, so make yourself a cup of tea and pull up a seat... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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