‘I use my voice for good’
Adam speaks to BBC Radio Tees presenter Gary Philipson and Samaritans volunteer Lisa about helping people over 12 very unusual months.
Mar 26, 2021•24 min
Unusual Times
Exploring 'the new normal' and how Covid-19 is changing the world around us. Hosted by Adam Clarkson.
Originally broadcast on BBC Radio Tees.
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Episodes
Children's mental health
How the pandemic has affected young people's wellbeing - and what we can do to help.
Mar 24, 2021•20 min
Sesh Safety
Adam explores a 'life-changing' Facebook group for people who use drugs. Comedian and podcaster Jacob Hawley guests.
Mar 05, 2021•23 min
'The last lockdown'
Radio 1’s Katie Thistleton talks to Adam about staying positive and ways of coping with lockdown restrictions.
Feb 23, 2021•24 min
A very Unusual year...
In the final episode of 2020, Adam looks back at the year and talks Christmas and 2021 with Ben Weisz from the BBC's Politix and Chill podcast.
Dec 22, 2020•26 min
S2 E4: Getting clean online
Adam explores how the pandemic has shaped the future recovery of people with addictions. There are links to help and information on www.bbc.co.uk/actionline
Nov 27, 2020•22 min
S2 E3: Gaming and gambling
Gamers have spent thousands on loot boxes during lockdown. Should it count as gambling?
Nov 12, 2020•20 min
S2 E2: Living in poverty
Families and community groups react to the free school meals vote and talk about putting food on the table during difficult times.
Oct 28, 2020•18 min
S2 E1: Sleeping rough
Rough sleepers in Middlesbrough talk to Adam Clarkson about their lives during the pandemic. For some, coronavirus is the least of their worries.
Oct 20, 2020•20 min
EP10: Mental health pandemic
Mental health charities have seen an increase in people needing support. People around England send voice notes with their stories. There's a link to help and information on www.bbc.co.uk/actionline. Hosted and produced by Adam Clarkson, BBC Radio Tees.
Oct 02, 2020•30 min
EP09: The new restrictions
People from around the country send voice notes to share their reactions to the new coronavirus measures announced by the PM.
Sep 24, 2020•13 min
EP08: Could a seaside town survive another lockdown?
As coronavirus infection rates continue to rise, Adam visits Whitby, North Yorkshire, to ask if local businesses could survive if tourism is stopped due to tighter restrictions.
Sep 21, 2020•18 min
EP07: Sex work in lockdown
Meet the women who sell nudes online as Adam and Jess explore how the coronavirus pandemic has affected online sex work.
Sep 10, 2020•20 min
EP06: A world that doesn't make sense
Lockdown has affected autistic people more than we think. Adam and Ana speak to experts and people on the spectrum - including family members and a professional gamer.
Jul 24, 2020•21 min
EP05: Will the show go on?
Jess Daley speaks to industry experts who say they ‘desperately’ need details about the £1.57billion support package for the arts and culture sector.
Jul 16, 2020•20 min
EP04: Pandemic Pups
Lots of people got a dog for lockdown. Ana and Jess explore rising pet prices and hear how shelters are expecting a spike in animals post-pandemic. Upload your voice notes via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Jun 26, 2020•14 min
EP03: Drugs in lockdown
Tom is furloughed and says 'every day is a Saturday'. Harry is back living with his Mum. Adam explores how their drug use has changed and speaks to harm prevention experts. Support is available via bbc.co.uk/actionline.
Jun 19, 2020•16 min
EP02: Is the internet helping us cope?
Dev from Idles, a meme page admin and Samaritans talk about the increasing need for positive spaces, wholesome content and open conversations online. Upload your voice notes via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Jun 12, 2020•22 min
EP01: Am I drinking too much?
Adam, Jess and Ana explore pandemic pints with friends, meet people in recovery in lockdown and hear concerns from experts. Podcast artwork by Jake Hollings. Support is available via bbc.co.uk/actionline.
Jun 04, 2020•21 min
These are Unusual Times
Introducing a new series that explores 'the new normal'.
Jun 04, 2020•2 min
EP18: Stay safe, everybody
Adam, Ana and Jess say 'Goodbye', for now, from The Self-Isolation Podcast.
May 22, 2020•17 min
EP17: LockdownLingo
Spanish lessons with Ana, Adam's best life-hack and a Dylan Cartlidge freestyle.
May 19, 2020•24 min
EP16: Could I be hired as my Mum's cleaner?
Adam, Jess and Ana host a lockdown Q&A with Ben Weisz from the BBC's Politix and Chill show. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
May 15, 2020•21 min
EP15: Outside of the bubble
Guest hosted by BBC producers Rima Ahmed and Helen Noteyoung and presenter Matty Jones - who aren't in isolation. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
May 12, 2020•27 min
EP14: What's Club Penguin?
Adam, Jess and Ana share nostalgic games, unusual vet stories and have a frank discussion on mental health. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
May 08, 2020•27 min
EP13: My house is my oyster
Adam, Jess and Ana share voice notes on a digital stag do and an isolation escape room. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
May 05, 2020•22 min
EP12: Animal Crossing wedding
Adam visits a virtual island for a virtual interview about a virtual wedding. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
May 01, 2020•23 min
EP11: Kindness is contagious
Obstacle courses for squirrels and the link between mental health and makeup. Send your voice notes to the team via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Apr 28, 2020•22 min
EP10: Five weeks of isolation
Adam, Jess and Ana look back on lockdown so far. Be a part of the podcast. Send your voice notes via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Apr 24, 2020•24 min
EP09: Smells Like Quarantine Spirit
Uplifting voice notes, guitar lessons and a trip to an online pub. Upload your voice notes to bbc.co.uk/makeadifference.
Apr 21, 2020•20 min
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