Best Hero Games Charity Podcasts (2024)

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HIV & Travel Part 2 22:41

23m ago22:41

22:41

In Part 2 of HIV and Travel, Sarah and Jess take a closer look at a couple of wonderful organisations offering HIV support and advocacy, in countries that have HIV travel restrictions. Sources https://www.lhaksam.org.bt/ HOME | Brunei AIDS Council Official Website (bdaidscouncil.org) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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HIV & Travel Part 1 38:00

6d ago38:00

38:00

The sun is out and people are jetting off on their summer holidays, so in the first of this two-parter, Sarah and Jess take a whistle stop tour around the globe to look at what restrictions there are, in different countries, for people planning to visit. Sources UNAIDS and UNDP call on 48* countries and territories to remove all HIV-related travel …

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Episode 21: "Counter Culture Solutions", HGC's New Training and Mentoring LLC 48:02

10d ago48:02

48:02

We've started something new, and we think you're gonna love it! Are you looking to become a more capable and confident person? Are you interested in learning skills from former Special Operators and successful entrepreneurs that may save your life or your career? Yah, we figured you would. That's why we started Counter Culture Solutions, our new tr…

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The Gay Games 25:02

13d ago25:02

25:02

Continuing on our sport theme, we take a look at the Gay Games, the biggest LGBT+ sports and culture event in the world, and more importantly we look at it's founder, Tom Waddell. Sarah and Jess also try and flex their language skills with some very poor French, in honor of the Paris Olympics! Sources Tom Waddell - Wikipedia Gay Games - Wikipedia A…

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...with Alex Sparrowhawk 39:55

20d ago39:55

39:55

This week Sarah and Jess are joined by a name that many of you working within the HIV sector in the UK will likely know. A change maker for 8 years at the Terrence Higgins Trust, he has now taken a new role at George House Trust as HIV Advice, Support and Information Services Manager. This week, we're joined by the awesome Alex Sparrowhawk! Get Inv…

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Episode 20: "Life is Shitty and Beautiful", w/ Logan Lewis, Black Flag Nation 1:41:29

24d ago1:41:29

1:41:29

Ever feel like it's hard to feel happy? We get it. While the pursuit of happiness is an inalienable right, happiness itself is not inherently available to everyone. Happiness is a spectrum and we all feel it differently. This impromptu conversation between JD, Willie, and third-time guest, Logan Lewis, dives deep into the pursuit of happiness while…

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...with Dr Kate Lister 47:43

28d ago47:43

47:43

This week Sarah and Jess are joined by the phenomenal Dr Kate Lister, author of a Curious History of Sex, columnist, and host of Betwixt the Sheets! We talk HIV history, syphilis making your nose fall off and stolen testicles! This one is a wild ride! Dr Kate Lister – Historian | Writer | Podcaster Get Involved With Our Podcast! Say our intro! It's…

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Arthur Ashe 27:22

2M ago27:22

27:22

Arthur Ashe was the first African American to win the men's singles titles at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, and the first African American man to be ranked No. 1 in the world. He was also HIV positive. Join Sarah and Jess to learn about this legendary sportsman who became a fierce HIV activist, even delivering a speech at the United Nations. Sources…

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...with Stephen Hart 33:34

2M ago33:34

33:34

This week we speak with Youtuber, playwriter, advocate, activist, ambassador and the person with the most dulcet tones in the sector - Stephen Hart! We chat about everything from the highly anticipated return of his show Shadowed Dreamer to his Britain's Got Talent Performance! Useful Info Shadowed Dreamer Trailer - Shadowed Dreamer 2024 Trailer - …

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Long Term Survivor Emma Cole 37:25

2M ago37:25

37:25

This week's guest was diagnosed with HIV in 1991,when she was at University. Emma Cole has now been living with HIV for 33 years. Since her diagnosis Emma has achieved some incredible things, including giving over 2,000 talks about HIV and running the London Marathon! Sarah and Jess speak with Emma about being a long term survivor. Useful info Posi…

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Sex Ed with Topher Taylor 36:29

2M ago36:29

36:29

This week is all about sex, sex, sex! We are delighted to have the brilliant Topher Taylor back on the podcast, who is Ann Summers Pleasure Positivity Project Editor for April! We ask him some questions around sex and pleasure that were put to him by the service users of TVPS. Please note, this episode contains explicit language and conversations o…

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Tommy Morrison 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

This week we take a look at the life of Tommy 'The Duke' Morrison who gave up his boxing career when he tested HIV positive and then made a comeback when he subsequently tested negative for HIV. So join Sarah The Windmill' Macadam and Jessica 'The Kraken' Harding for this unexpected and fascinating episode! Sources Tommy Morrison - Wikipedia Boxing…

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Rudy Galindo 25:29

3M ago25:29

25:29

This week Sarah and Jess take a look at a former competitive ice skater, who made history as the first openly gay figure skater, Rudy Galindo. Rudy is an award winning HIV activist and had been described as a "national treasure"! So join Sarah and Jess to chat all things ice skating as well as some more ARIAS talk thrown in, of course! Sources Rudy…

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...with Oliver Brown 42:50

3M ago42:50

42:50

This week Sarah had the pleasure of chatting to HIV activist, trailblazer and all round bloomin' good egg, Oliver Brown. Oli led the campaign for the military to treat those living with HIV no differently to their colleagues, which is such an important moment in HIV history. Get Involved With Our Podcast! Say our intro! It's that simple. All you ne…

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Greg Louganis 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

Hailed as "probably the best diver in history" this week Sarah and Jess take a look at Greg Louganis's career and what happened when he decided to openly disclose that he is HIV positive. They also celebrate the podcast being shortlisted for an ARIAS in the category on Impact Award! Sources Greg Louganis - Wikipedia How Greg Louganis' Olympic Divin…

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HIV Medication with Abhishek Katiyar 38:35

3M ago38:35

38:35

This week Sarah was lucky enough to sit down to talk all things HIV medication with Abhishek Katiyar - a specialist pharmacist in HIV and Sexual health. Abhi has worked in the NHS for 16 years, 12 of which have been in HIV medicine. Abhi also has his own podcast series in which he is digitizing everything he's learnt over the years. Sex Ed Bites ca…

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HIV &...V.A.I.D.S 37:09

4M ago37:09

37:09

Ever heard of V.A.I.D.S?! We hope not. This episode we take a deep dive into the world of conspiracy and de-bunk the online misinformation surrounding V.A.I.D.S. With special guest host Chantelle Kingsbury. Sources What Is VAIDS (Vaccine Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)? (healthline.com) ‘VAIDS’ is not a real vaccine-induced syndrome, experts s…

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The Frontline 34:36

4M ago34:36

34:36

Sarah and Jess often speak about the charity, TVPS, that they both work for, so this week they have invited TVPS support worker, Chantelle, to give a perspective of HIV from the 'frontline' and how day-to-day HIV support looks in a cost of living climate. Get Involved With Our Podcast! Say our intro! It's that simple. All you need to do is send us …

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...with Topher Taylor 30:16

4M ago30:16

30:16

This week Sarah and Jess were lucky enough to sit down and talk all things pleasure with an award winning sexual educator. His approach to sex ed and the understanding and empathy with which he approaches this subject make him a real trailblazer in this field. This week, is all about Topher Taylor. *Please note this episode contains adult themes. G…

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HIV &...Football 31:52

4M ago31:52

31:52

What happens if you are a football player and you test HIV positive? This week Sarah and Jess take a look at a couple of professional level, international footballers who tested HIV positive and what unfolded post diagnosis. Sources Al ittihad, an Egypt soccer club, has cancelled the contract of Cameroonian footballer Samuel Nlend after he was foun…

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...with William Hampson 35:47

5M ago35:47

35:47

You may know him from being the author of The Lost Boys of Soho, or from spearheading the recent petition calling for the Government to run another national HIV campaign. That right, this week Sarah and Jess sat down and had a great chat with the funny, insightful and always honest, William Hampson! TW: Please note this episode has adult themes, me…

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National HIV Testing Week 31:52

5M ago31:52

31:52

As Vic and Bob would say, "We really wanna see those fingers!" So why do we want to see your fingers? Well it's National HIV Testing Week of course and we want you all getting those fingers out and getting tested for HIV! So this week Sarah and Jess have a chat about this years campaign! #ITest Get Involved With Our Podcast! Say our intro! It's tha…

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HIV &...Beyonce 31:16

5M ago31:16

31:16

In February 2023 Beyonce broke the record for the most Grammy wins in history! During her speech, she paid tribute to her Uncle Johnny who passed away from HIV related complications. So this week, Sarah and Jess discuss Beyonce and Uncle Johnny. Sources Who is Beyoncé's late gay uncle Jonny? | Daily Mail Online Beyoncé honours late uncle with relea…

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Q/A Episode #1: Depression, "Something you want, but don't have", 2024 Hero Games, and our new LLC. 41:42

5M ago41:42

41:42

Questions from the PEOPLE! 1. Depression and how I handled it. 2. Our new LLC: Mountain/Youth Survival, Leadership and Culture Consulting, Purpose Finding Treks, and Violent Encounter Prevention and Survival. 3. "What is something you want, but don't have?" 4. 2024 Hero Games Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.co…

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HIV &...2030 Around the World Part 2 43:15

5M ago43:15

43:15

This week is part 2 of taking a look at how achievable the WHO goal, of reaching zero new HIV transmissions by 2030, really is. This week we focus on the challenges some countries may face trying to hit this target and we hear a really interesting rant from a listener around HIV language. Sources Fears of hidden HIV epidemic in eastern Ukraine as w…

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HIV &...2030 Around the World 33:03

6M ago33:03

33:03

We have discussed the likelihood of the UK meeting the Government target of reaching zero new HIV transmission by 2030, but what about the rest of the world? This week Sarah and Jess take a look at the plan set out by WHO. Sources Why the HIV epidemic is not over (who.int) Global Health Sector Strategies on HIV, viral hepatitis and sexually transmi…

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HIV &...London Lighthouse 45:02

6M ago45:02

45:02

The HIV Podcast is back for 2024 with a stonker of an episode! When it opened it was the worlds largest centre for people living with HIV. Their pioneering, patient centred, approach to HIV care helped thousands - at one point around 2,000 people a week! If you haven't guessed yet, this week Sarah and Jess are talking about London Lighthouse. Get i…

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HGC Shorts Episode #6: "Gratitude Adjustment" 19:52

6M ago19:52

19:52

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is changing your perspective to find gratitude everywhere. Links to articles referenced during episode: 1. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/301826526_Does_gratitude_writing_improve_the_mental_health_of_psychotherapy_clients_Evidence_from_a_randomized_controlled_trial 2. https://positi…

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End of Year Special 36:19

6M ago36:19

36:19

Join Sarah and Jess for an end of year special episode of The HIV Podcast! They have their usual bonkers chat while taking a look back over a very eventful year! A huge thank you to everyone that has supported us - we just couldn't do this without you! Podbible Listeners Choice Awards Click through the categories until you come to the 'Oh My Pod' s…

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HIV &...Gary Lineker 23:24

7M ago23:24

23:24

You may remember a while back we dedicated an episode to finding links between HIV and chocolate. Well this week, Sarah has undertaken the task of trying to link one of Jess's loves, crisps, to HIV.....and this, is how the Gary Lineker episode was born! Podbible Listeners Choice Awards Click through the categories until you come to the 'Oh My Pod' …

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HIV &...Madonna 38:40

7M ago38:40

38:40

Join Sarah and Jess as they take a look at the amazing amount that Madonna has done, and continues to do, for the positive community. This goes way beyond just fundraising and includes some truly remarkable HIV awareness raising tactics. Podbible Listeners Choice Awards Click through the categories until you come to the 'Oh My Pod' section and ente…

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HIV &...Bug Chasing 43:29

7M ago43:29

43:29

Bug chasing - urban myth or dark reality? This week Sarah and Jess turn the spotlight on 'bug chasing', one of the terms given to people actively trying to contract HIV. They also discuss how Sarah would make an amazing cleaner at a sex party and celebrate reaching listeners in 175 countries! Vote for us in the Podbible listeners choice awards! POD…

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Disclosure - World AIDS DAY 36:26

7M ago36:26

36:26

It's World AIDS Day! Today we have a very special episode that features voice notes sent in by our listeners giving their thoughts and advice around HIV disclosure and Sarah and Jess almost get through an entire episode without getting completely sidetracked.....almost... Huge thank you to everyone that sent us a voice note! This episode is sponsor…

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HGC Shorts Episode #5: "Stop Waiting" 17:46

7M ago17:46

17:46

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is finding your purpose. Stop waiting for it to find you. Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/ HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/ JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgc/ Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john…

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HIV &...2030 Part 2 34:59

7M ago34:59

34:59

In part 2 of this pair of episodes looking at the aim to reach zero new HIV transmissions by 2030, Sarah and Jess take a more in-depth look at the main objectives of 'prevent, test, treat and retain'...and as always, they've got thoughts! Sources Towards Zero: the HIV Action Plan for England - 2022 to 2025 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Hosted on Acast. See…

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HIV &...2030 Part 1 37:40

8M ago37:40

37:40

There's a lot of talk about 2030 in the HIV sector, but what does it mean? Well today Sarah and Jess look at exactly what we mean when we are referencing HIV and 2030 and if the aims set out by the Government are achievable! There's lots to discuss, so this one is a two-parter! Sources Towards Zero: the HIV Action Plan for England - 2022 to 2025 - …

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40 years on from the Tombstone 38:28

8M ago38:28

38:28

On October 16th a new HIV advert was aired in Scotland. It's the first TV advert around HIV since the tombstone advert, almost 40 years ago, that terrified a generation! The new advert has caused quite a stir, with both positive and negative reactions, so this week Sarah and Jess take a look at the new campaign and discuss the reception it has rece…

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HGC Shorts Episode #4: "For Peace" 11:25

8M ago11:25

11:25

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is the duality of PEACE and WAR. Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/ HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/ JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgc/ Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnty5/ Willie's Instagram:…

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HIV & Disclosure Part 2 27:15

8M ago27:15

27:15

In the second of 3 episodes focusing on HIV disclosure, Sarah and Jess focus on other areas of disclosure including travelling abroad, tattoos and piercings, sports and personal relationships. They also discuss the very exciting upcoming Independent Podcast Awards ceremony in which the podcast is a finalist in two categories! This episode is sponso…

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HGC Shorts Episode #3: "Burn the Ships" 12:18

9M ago12:18

12:18

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is WIN or DIE. Burn the ships, and let 'er rip tater chip! Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/ HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/ JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgc/ Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joh…

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HIV & Disclosure Part 1 34:47

9M ago34:47

34:47

Do you need to tell your dentist about your HIV status? How about your GP? Do you need to disclose your status to get a mortgage, and how does it work with life insurance? It can be stressful working out who you *have* to tell about your HIV status versus who you *want* to tell. In the first of 3 episodes focusing on HIV disclosure, we try to make …

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HGC Shorts Episode #2: "Money is Not a Core Value" 14:44

9M ago14:44

14:44

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is prioritizing SERVICE over MONEY. Money is NOT a core value. Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/ HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/ JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgc/ Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…

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HIV & Antivaxxers Part 2 33:19

9M ago33:19

33:19

We have landed at our 100th episode, and what an episode it is! HIV & Antivaxxers Part 2. This week Sarah's investigations explain where the rumours around HIV and the covid vaccine originated from and look at if there was any fact amongst the fake news. Sources COVID-19 vaccination and HIV-1 acquisition – Authors’ reply - The Lancet COVID-19 vacci…

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HGC Shorts Episode #1: "Take the Compliment" 8:33

9M ago8:33

8:33

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD. This week's topic is being content with where you are, while staying hungry for improvement. Support the Show. Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/ HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/ JD's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgc/ Johnny's Instagram: https://www.i…

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HIV &...Antivaxxers Part 1 35:14

9M ago35:14

35:14

After getting trolled by antivaxxers when we were promoting our free HIV testing service, we decided to bust some of the myths surrounding Covid and HIV. This is a two parter as there were lots of myths to bust! Sources COVID-19 vaccination and HIV-1 acquisition – Authors’ reply - The Lancet COVID-19 vaccination and HIV-1 acquisition - The Lancet F…

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HIV &...Chocolate 34:38

9M ago34:38

34:38

Jess threw down the gauntlet and challenged Sarah to find a link between something close to Sarah's heart, chocolate, and HIV and she only went and did it! So join us, as we learn about some links between HIV and chocolate! Sources Effect of chocolate and mate tea on the lipid profile of individuals with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy: A clinic…

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HIV &...Porn Part 5 31:12

10M ago31:12

31:12

We have landed at our fifth and final episode of our mini-series! Described as 'the real Dirk Diggler', this week we take a look at the very eventful life of John Holmes. Holmes tested positive for HIV in 1986 and subsequently died in 1988. *Please note this episode includes discussions of an adult nature and explicit language, listener discretion …

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HIV &...Porn Part 4 26:54

10M ago26:54

26:54

The fourth installment of our mini-series looking at HIV and the porn industry in America! This week we focus on Cameron Bay, a performer who went public about her HIV diagnosis and campaigned for compulsory condom use in the industry. *Please note this episode includes discussions of an adult nature and explicit language, listener discretion is ad…

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HIV &...Porn Part 3 36:04

10M ago36:04

36:04

Over half way through our porn mini-series and this week Sarah and Jess look at the case brought against Marc Wallice who allegedly infected several actresses with HIV. They also have a little round-up after their adventures at Reading Pride! *Please note this episode includes discussions of an adult nature and explicit language, listener discretio…

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Episode 19: "War is a Drug", w/ Former Army Ranger, Angel Cortes 2:23:59

10M ago2:23:59

2:23:59

The boys are back in town! In this episode, all three HG Podcast hosts - JD, Johnny, and Willie - sit down with former Army Ranger and owner of OG Pumpkin, Angel Cortes, to discuss some hard hitting topics. We talk WAR STORIES, survivor's guilt, Angel's kidney donation, ketamine therapy, and leaving your mark on your community. Grab some tissues, c…

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