My Platform
Claim This Podcastby Metro/ Pineapple Audio Production Ltd
Podcast Overview
<div>This is My Platform, <a href="http://Metro.co.uk">Metro.co.uk</a>’s new podcast, where we speak to the authors of some of our first-person and opinion section’s most-read articles of the past few years. </div> <br> <div>My Platform is all about drawing attention to underheard and underrepresented voices in the media, with guests talking about issues close to their heart. </div> <br> <div>Hosted by me, Jess Austin. I edit the section of the Metro that all our lovely guests submitted their pieces to. As well as being among the most popular articles, they’re also some of my absolute favourites, and I can’t wait to speak to the authors more about what inspired them, unhindered by a pesky word count! </div> <br> <div>In this series, we’ll be having thought-provoking discussions about issues like the pension gap, pretty privilege and the problematic side of fake tanning. We’ll also be shining a light on people’s lived experience, covering adoption, HIV diagnoses and finding love after loss.</div> <br> <div>Follow and review My Platform podcast now, produced by Pineapple Audio Production, so you don’t miss an episode!</div>
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Publishing Since
5/15/2023
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Recent Episodes
July 24, 2023
10: 'I left my home a broken man - after walking the UK for 6 years, I’m returning with a girlfriend and baby'
<div>“I left my home a broken man - after walking the UK for 6 years, I’m returning with a girlfriend and baby”<br> <br> This week, we’re welcoming Chris, Kate, Magnus and Jet to the podcast. <br> <br> Chris has walked the coastline of the UK in a bid to find happiness. <br> <br> In My Platform, <a href="http://metro.co.uk/">Metro.co.uk</a>’s new podcast, we speak to the authors of some of our first-person and opinion section’s most-read articles of the past few years. My Platform is all about drawing attention to underheard and underrepresented voices in the media, with guests talking about issues close to their heart. <br> <br> Hosted by me, Jess Austin. I edit the section of the Metro that all our lovely guests submitted their pieces to. As well as being among the most popular articles, they’re also some of my absolute favourites, and I can’t wait to speak to the authors more about what inspired them, unhindered by a pesky word count! <br> <br> Our main aim with this podcast is to give a platform to underheard voices, offering a human-first story to accompany some of the most prevalent topics in the news. We’d love to hear if Rowan’s story helped shape your view - if so, please let us know on Twitter @MetroOpinion or by email at platform@metro.co.uk <br> <br> My Platform is produced by Pineapple Audio Production.</div>
July 17, 2023
9: 'We like white people who are brown but not brown people who are brown': Laila Woozeer on the problematic side of fake tanning
<div>“Why are white women celebrated when they fake tan, but I was bullied for being brown?”<br> <br> This week, we’re welcoming Laila Woozeer to the podcast. <br> <br> Laila is a musician, writer and author of book, Not Quite White, and today we’re going to be discussing their piece about bullying and fake tan. <br> <br> In My Platform, <a href="http://metro.co.uk/">Metro.co.uk</a>’s new podcast, we speak to the authors of some of our first-person and opinion section’s most-read articles of the past few years. My Platform is all about drawing attention to underheard and underrepresented voices in the media, with guests talking about issues close to their heart. <br> <br> Hosted by me, Jess Austin. I edit the section of the Metro that all our lovely guests submitted their pieces to. As well as being among the most popular articles, they’re also some of my absolute favourites, and I can’t wait to speak to the authors more about what inspired them, unhindered by a pesky word count! <br> <br> Our main aim with this podcast is to give a platform to underheard voices, offering a human-first story to accompany some of the most prevalent topics in the news. We’d love to hear if Rowan’s story helped shape your view - if so, please let us know on Twitter @MetroOpinion or by email at platform@metro.co.uk <br> <br> My Platform is produced by Pineapple Audio Production.</div>
July 10, 2023
8: 'I have no idea what age I'll be able to retire': Cecilia Floren on pension confusion
<div>“I’m 45, work three jobs, and know that I will never be able to afford to retire”<br> <br> This week, we’re welcoming Cecilia Floren to the podcast. <br> <br> Cecilia is an administration officer, and today we’re going to be discussing her piece about affording to retire.<br> <br> In My Platform, <a href="http://metro.co.uk/">Metro.co.uk</a>’s new podcast, we speak to the authors of some of our first-person and opinion section’s most-read articles of the past few years. My Platform is all about drawing attention to underheard and underrepresented voices in the media, with guests talking about issues close to their heart. <br> <br> Hosted by me, Jess Austin. I edit the section of the Metro that all our lovely guests submitted their pieces to. As well as being among the most popular articles, they’re also some of my absolute favourites, and I can’t wait to speak to the authors more about what inspired them, unhindered by a pesky word count! <br> <br> Our main aim with this podcast is to give a platform to underheard voices, offering a human-first story to accompany some of the most prevalent topics in the news. We’d love to hear if Rowan’s story helped shape your view - if so, please let us know on Twitter @MetroOpinion or by email at platform@metro.co.uk <br> <br> My Platform is produced by Pineapple Audio Production.<br> <br> <br> </div>
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- What is My Platform?
<div>This is My Platform, <a href="http://Metro.co.uk">Metro.co.uk</a>’s new podcast, where we speak to the authors of some of our first-person and opinion section’s most-read articles of the past few years. </div> <br> <div>My Platform is all about drawing attention to underheard and underrepresented voices in the media, with guests talking about issues close to their heart. </div> <br> <div>Hosted by me, Jess Austin. I edit the section of the Metro that all our lovely guests submitted their pieces to. As well as being among the most popular articles, they’re also some of my absolute favourites, and I can’t wait to speak to the authors more about what inspired them, unhindered by a pesky word count! </div> <br> <div>In this series, we’ll be having thought-provoking discussions about issues like the pension gap, pretty privilege and the problematic side of fake tanning. We’ll also be shining a light on people’s lived experience, covering adoption, HIV diagnoses and finding love after loss.</div> <br> <div>Follow and review My Platform podcast now, produced by Pineapple Audio Production, so you don’t miss an episode!</div> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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