Pablo

by Fred

Pablo was slightly hurrying to write. Dealing with the angst of why cats will run off before they die is kind of stressful. The real reason is to do with illness or something. But trying to give that meaning (that definitely isn’t there) was nice. I’m going to promise not to become Andrew Lloyd Webber. Enjoy!

Frederic Hall is an editor for gold dust. They listen to lots of audiobooks and podcasts, they love any and every story. As many people are, they are very insecure about their work. Their dream is to be a cheesy, dark academia, editor/writer who most likely drinks and smokes too much.

from the Editor

I loved how insecure/threatened the cat is by the previous cat. It reminded me of how human’s often feel when they love someone so much. I loved how the other cat was there for Pablo almost as a guide.

Anna Bokan

The Portuguese Melody

by Mariana Gonçalves

“This is a Music Show about Portuguese music and culture. You travel with the presenter to the North, Centre and South of Portugal and also travel in time. This is a historic and cultural journey through Portugal and you get the experience of being at a Fado House. If you want to visit a new place and hear new music without leaving your seat, you will enjoy this show.”

Mariana Gonçalves attends the MA Radio this year. She is extremely passionate about radio, music, acting and composition. Currently, she is the breakfast show presenter on Jubilant FM.

Pol Com Pod

by Catherine Snelson (on behalf of the MA Political Communications 2020 students)

“The rise and rise of populism across the world is a growing concern, and the media has a big part to play in its increasing popularity. In this episode of Pol Com Pod, MA Political Communication students take a deep dive into how the current media landscape is ripe for helping populist leaders form a strong following and what this will mean for the future of politics. “

The Political Communications MA students are passionate about current affairs and understanding how the world of politics is framed through the eyes of the media. Pol Com Pod provides an opportunity to share ideas, debate issues and act as a virtual meeting point to get to know each other in times of Covid. 

Tuna

by Hunter Charlton

“I first heard about Charles “The Tuna” Chapman when surfing YouTube late one evening while looking for inspiring stories about channel swimming. At the time, I was mentally preparing for my own English Channel swim, only a few weeks away by that point. The story I stumbled across astounded me:

By swimming the English Channel in 1981 Chapman  undisputedly destroyed the most pernicious myth which haunts the swimming world, that due to a “genetic predisposition” relating to bone density black people are “by nature” poor swimmers.

This documentary tells the story of the first African American to swim the English Channel, a lost hero who’s yet to earn the full recognition he deserves.”

Hunter is an audio producer and wild swimmer. He co-presents The SwimOut Podcast along with Sequins at Noon, a radio show about queer nightlife and culture. In 2019 he became the 2004th person to swim the English Channel. Inspired by this challenge, he hopes to be the first person to swim the Inner Sound - a 6 mile gap between the island of Raasay and mainland Scotland in the Inner Hebridesthe which happens to also be the deepest range of water in the UK.

Wrong Destination

by Mariana Gonçalves

“This is an original drama with suspense and a scary atmosphere. The soundtrack was composed and played by Mariana. Two freshers catch an Uber to go to a party in a stormy night. When they get to the address, they find themselves in the middle of a dark forest in front of an abandoned house. They take shelter inside. Can you step foot in this house with them? Come in.“

Mariana Gonçalves attends the MA Radio at Goldsmiths this year. She is very passionate about radio presenting, music and acting. 

Actors: Mariana Gonçalves and Lucy Hancock. 

The Great British Homeless Crisis

by Ivan d’Avoine

This radio/podcast documentary aims to shed light on the homelessness crisis which continues to consume the UK under Conservative government. Combining narratives, firsthand observations from London’s streets, and interviews with those involved in tackling the crisis, this factual yet personal piece tries to contribute to meaningful change.

Ivan is a third-year student on the BA Media and Sociology course. Born and raised in London, his research interests have consequently revolved around urban analysis, and the ways in which we occupy the space around us. Bringing together his joint honours disciplines, he has explored a range of creative outputs including radio and photography, guided from various theoretical standpoints. Approaching the end of his final year, he hopes to pursue a career in documentary making.

Toss It Out Podcast

by Kenny

Toss it Out is a Story-telling & Self-improvement Podcast by host Kenny, and co-host Matt. The Podcast features lessons on intellectual humility. We don’t have to feel attacked each time someone challenges or questions our beliefs. Instead, we should entertain the possibility that we may be wrong about some things, and be open to the experience of learning from one another. On Episode 3 of the new Podcast, the hosts spill the tea on how they met and how the podcast came to be. They also discuss their friendships and question if friends could last forever.

Kenny is a recent Media & Communications graduate of Goldsmiths University. She describes herself as a Creative Storyteller. Passionate about creating visuals and contents that tell a story in a way that is both entertaining and relatable. Kenny expresses her thoughts and ideas through drawings, animated shorts, and now, a podcast.

Mother City?

by Refilwe Mathapelo Mofokeng

One Oh Eight is a twinned geolocated audio drama set on board the 108 bus in London and in 108 bus in Cape Town. Listeners across both cities downloaded an app which triggered the audio drama to play on their phones as they sat on the bus heading along their cities 108 route. Transporting the London listener- in their minds ear- to Cape Town. And the Cape Town listener to London. MotherCity? is a 43-min audio drama set in Cape Town. It is a bold and heartfelt story of motherhood, friendship and inequality. Where three women form, an unlikely sisterhood formed by a common secret.

Mathapelo is a screenplay writer from Johannesburg, South Africa. After completing her undergraduate degree in film producing, she worked on the production of various local and international feature films before moving into radio. In 2017, Mathapelo completed an MA in Scriptwriting at London University of Goldsmiths. Her films have since screened at the Underwire, London Shorts, BFI Soul Connect, Aesthetica, Heart of Gold Film Festival amongst others.

Beer by Harry Sanger

by Harry Sanger

This documentary aims to give listeners a brief insight into the history of beer as well as providing more information as to how beer is consumed and marketed in the UK. It touches on both mainstream and micro brewing techniques and explores another more unusual brewing style. Hope you enjoy!

My name is Harry Sanger, I’m from Manchester and I am currently a second year media and communications student at Goldsmiths university. Although I am specializing in Radio, I have a keen interest in creating content with the goal of pursuing a creative career in the future. I enjoy listening to music and exercising in my spare time.

The Secret Life of Social Media Influencers

by Dila Aslan

This podcast reveals the secrets behind being a social media influencer, and discusses whether this sort of lifestyle brings pressure. It looks in to how social media can have a negative impact on the mental health of young people and how influencers play a big part in this. It questions whether we are facing a crisis in our youth’s well-being.

Dila Aslan is currently a student at Goldsmiths University taking a bachelor’s degree in Media and Communications. As a feminist, Dila seeks to look further in to how our media plays a key role in forming the underlying issues in society. Growing up in London, Dila is passionate in how diversity can bring together new perspectives and ideas to how we think. She absolutely loves listening to podcasts on paranormal stories!

Instagram: @dilaaslan_

Valentine’s All Year Round

by Joana Ndoka

“The ‘Love’ podcast might be a valentine’s special edition with a -not so much- definition of love, but shares tips and hacks about love, that we need all 365 days of the year. Two couples, a young one and an elderly one, share their long-lasting romantic stories whilst advise on maintaining love and passion throughout the years. Because true love doesn’t have a happy ending, true love has no ending.”

Joana Ndoka is currently a second-year Media and Communications student. She’s an aspiring journalist and presenter who loves Radio and making podcasts. She can relate anything to F.R.I.E.N.D.S. and she listens to Christmas music even in the summertime. Joana was born and raised in Greece but her background is Albanian.

Instagram: @ndoka.ioanna