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Oct 2026
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Award nominated podcast, listened to in an incredible 183 countries, The HIV Podcast is fast becoming a global gamechanger for tackling HIV stigma! The HIV Podcast separates fact from fiction and tackles HIV myths and misconceptions. We cover all things HIV related from people to historical events, law, health, taboo topics and pop-culture moments - basically everything you need to know about HIV! Join hosts Sarah Macadam and Jessica Harding, who have worked at an HIV charity for a combined 40 years, every Friday where they will take you on a journey that's surprising, shocking, educational and sometimes hilarious - this podcast will make you laugh as much as it will make you gasp! Shortlisted for the Audio & Radio Industry Awards in the category of Impact Award, for making a difference to society. Finalist in two categories of the 2023 Independent Podcast Award Follow us on instagram & tiktok Don't just take our word that it's great, here's what our listeners are saying... “I think all of America would benefit from hearing you talk about sexual health in a fun and vibrant way, because here we are so rigid when it comes to sex and sexual education. You ladies make it fun and engaging and lighthearted and common- as common as talking about what are you doing this weekend or what you have for breakfast kind of common and that is precisely how people should be talking about their sexual health choices.” “Since diagnosis in March 2020 some, not all, HIV service providers and PLWHIV have been quite ‘lecturey’ (that’s clearly a made up word) about HIV. You both educate us about HIV in a fun and informal way and that’s the hook. It appeals to those not living with HIV“ “I promise not to girl fan you all the time( even though I am ) I just wanted to let you know your education is spreading ! We have a big family holiday planned to Jamaica and my sister whose baby will be 5 months when we fly out was worried about HIV Being spread from a mosquito bite. I told her to listen to your episode sex and she would understand how HIV is transmitted. Safe to say she is now fully aware of how HIV can be transmitted. Just want to say again how much I love your podcast” The HIV Podcast is produced by TVPS Written & hosted by Sarah Macadam Produced, edited & hosted by Jessica Harding Research and sound support from Zoe Coates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this local episode of The HIV Podcast, we're joined by Eden Bill from the Florey Unit, which provides sexual health services across Berkshire West, including Reading, Wokingham and West Berkshire. We chat about the importance of accessible sexual healthcare and their fantastic POW (PrEP on Wheels) project! Sources: UK guide to PrEP | HIV i-Base Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of African Voices, Sarah and Jess travel to Botswana to explore the remarkable legacy of former President Festus Mogae, whose leadership helped shape the country's response to HIV and left a lasting impact far beyond its borders. Sound credit: Audio excerpt from UNAIDS' tribute to former President Festus Mogae, published 11 May 2026. Tribute to Former Botswana President Festus Mogae - YouTube Sources Botswana - Wikipedia HIV | UNICEF Botswana Botswana's shuttered dreams | New Internationalist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the final part of our three-parter, Sarah and Jess explore the role of the Catholic Church and the Irish government during the HIV epidemic in Ireland. At a time when fear, stigma and misinformation were rife, how did religious influence, political decisions and attitudes towards sex and sexuality shape Ireland’s response to HIV? Join us as we uncover what happens when politics, religion and public health collide. Submit your questions for our sexpert! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Sources Information and Education Programme on AIDS: Motion. – Seanad Éireann (18th Seanad) – Thursday, 25 Feb 1988 – Houses of the Oireachtas AIDS, Sexual Health, and the Catholic Church in 1980s Ireland: A Public Health Paradox? - PMC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the second of our three-parter, Sarah and Jess are heading behind the walls of Dublin’s Mountjoy Prison to explore what happened when the HIV epidemic reached Ireland’s prison system. From fear and stigma to the challenges of preventing HIV in prison, we uncover a difficult chapter of Ireland’s HIV history and ask what happens when a public health crisis meets a prison system struggling to respond. Submit your questions for our sexpert! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Sources The Second Sentence: AIDS in Dublin’s Mountjoy Prison – Nursing Clio AIDS / HIV crisis in Mountjoy Prison in the 1980’s – Exploring the history of prisoner health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the first of this three-parter, Sarah and Jess are heading back to 1980s Ireland to explore the early days of HIV and the brilliant work of Gay Health Action (GHA). At a time when fear, stigma and misinformation were everywhere, GHA stepped up, challenged attitudes and helped get vital information out to the people who needed it. Join us as we uncover the stories, the activism and the people who weren't afraid to make a bit of noise when it really mattered! Submit your questions for our sexpert! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Sources HSE launches new campaign to address HIV stigma in Ireland Remembering Ireland's early AIDS history | Maynooth University Information and Education Programme on AIDS: Motion. – Seanad Éireann (18th Seanad) – Thursday, 25 Feb 1988 – Houses of the Oireachtas Remembering Ireland's early AIDS history Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s another African Voices episode and this month Sarah and Jess are heading to Zimbabwe, where we’re shining a spotlight on the brilliant work of Zvandiri. Meaning “As I am” , Zvandiri is all about young people living with HIV supporting other young people living with HIV. We look at where it all began, how peer support is changing lives, and hear some of the voices and music behind their work. Zvandiri: Survive and Thrive- Zvandiri Sources Zimbabwe - Wikipedia HIV/AIDS in Zimbabwe - Wikipedia Audio Credits Audio extracts taken from “AIDS Free in Zimbabwe,” “This Is Me – Zvandiri,” “Survive and Thrive – Zvandiri” and “Together Super Power.” Audio and music featured in this episode are taken from videos and materials published by Zvandiri and the Zvandiri YouTube channel. AIDS Free in Zimbabwe This Is Me - Zvandiri Survive and Thrive- Zvandiri Together Super Power African Voices is a year-long series from The HIV Podcast, sharing perspectives from across the African continent. How to get involved: We’re inviting people living with or affected by HIV to share short voice notes about what’s happening in their country, what the world needs to understand, and what education they want to share. These voice notes may be played on the podcast as part of the series. Episodes will be released monthly, on the last Friday of each month Voice notes may be played on the podcast Send a voice note (max 5 minutes, no minimum) to: 07727 666791 Each country has a submission deadline, see image for details If you’re from one of the 12 countries featured, we’d love to hear from you. How to take part Please send us a voice note (maximum 5 minutes, no minimum) to: 07727 666791 In your recording, please include: • Your name (or a preferred name if you would like to remain anonymous) • Your connection to HIV (for example: person living with HIV, peer educator, counsellor, activist, doctor, community worker, volunteer) • The country you are in Then tell us: What do you want the world to know about HIV in your country? This could include access to care, stigma, funding cuts, community realities, or anything you feel the world should understand. What education would you like to share? A myth to bust, a message for others, or knowledge that could help support your community. For more information, please contact: office@tvps.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why did HIV become so closely associated with gay men? In this episode, we go back to the years before HIV appeared to explore attitudes towards sex, sexuality and gay men, and how stigma, morality and the media shaped the way the emerging epidemic was understood. Ask our Sex Expert Anything! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Donate: The HIV Podcast: Together, We're Changing the Conversation Sources Sexual network - Wikipedia NICE rejects long-acting HIV prevention treatment for NHS use - The Pharmacist Our response to NICE’s decision not to recommend lenacapavir as PrEP - National AIDS Trust Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why is HIV still so often linked to the gay community? In this episode Sarah and Jess explore sexual networks, the connections between people through sexual relationships and how they can help us understand patterns of HIV transmission. Ask our Sex Expert Anything! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Donate: The HIV Podcast: Together, We're Changing the Conversation Sources Sexual network - Wikipedia Turkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+ and HIV support groups | The Independent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Russell T Davies, this one’s for you. From Queer as Folk and It’s a Sin, all the way back to Children’s Ward in 1993, Russell T Davies has been telling stories about HIV, queer lives, stigma, sex, shame and joy for decades. So obviously, Sarah and Jess decided it was about time we dedicated an episode to him! Plus, with his new memoir The Queerest of Folk: A Life in Television on the way, the timing couldn’t be better. Expect nostalgia, iconic telly, HIV history, lots of Russell T Davies love and, because it’s us, probably an unnecessary tangent or two. Ask our sex expert! The HIV Podcast - Ask Us Anything: Sex, Dating & HIV Donate: https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/donation-form/the-hiv-podcast-together-were-changing-the-conversation Sources Russell T Davies - Wikipedia Audio Credits Audio extracts featured in this episode are taken from: Queer as Folk — Episode 1 Written by Russell T Davies. Red Production Company for Channel 4. Tip Toe — Episode 1 Written by Russell T Davies. Channel 4. It’s a Sin — Episodes 1 & 4 Created and written by Russell T Davies. Red Production Company for Channel 4. Children’s Ward (1993) Written by Russell T Davies. Produced by Granada Television for ITV. Extract sourced from the YouTube upload Children’s Ward 1993 (2) Part 2 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of African Voices, Sarah and Jess head to Zambia! We explore the impact of US funding cuts on Zambia’s HIV response and the controversy around health aid being used as political leverage. But we also discover UkaniManje, an incredible Zambian organisation using music to educate, challenge HIV stigma and reach young people with accurate information. From global politics to grassroots creativity, this is a story about the challenges facing Zambia’s HIV response, and the brilliant people finding new ways to make sure the conversation continues. Reading Pride Charity Single: We Can Do Anything - song and lyrics by Lolly, Reading Pride, Wilma, Bodacia | Spotify UkaniManje: Wake Up Now | HIV Awareness in Zambia — UkaniManje Audio Credits “We Can Do Anything” – Lolly, Reading Pride, Wilma & Bodacia Music featured in this episode. UkaniManje Audio extracts taken from videos published on the UkaniManje YouTube channel. All audio clips are credited to their original creators and are featured for the purposes of discussion, education and commentary. Sources How We Work | HIV Education and Engagement — UkaniManje No H.I.V. Aid Without More Access to Minerals: U.S. Ponders ‘Sticks’ Against Zambia - The New York Times US accused of ‘shameless exploitation’ over proposed Zambian health aid deal | Global health | The Guardian Zambia - Wikipedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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