BBC Radio 1Xtra

1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave

Society EN ↓ 313 episodes

Richie Brave hosts the biggest group chat of the week.

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BBC Radio 1Xtra

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Society

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www.bbc.co.uk

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

In celebration of Black fatherhood 16.06.2024

Richie Brave and guests celebrate Black fatherhood, sharing stories about their fathers, as well as the memories they hope to create with their own children. @1Xtra on social

Celebrating Black British TV! 09.06.2024

Richie Brave sits down with his guests to discuss their favourite Black British TV shows, past and present! @1Xtra on social

Mixed Race Britain 03.06.2024

Richie Brave and guests explore how being mixed race in Britain shapes identity, and they delve into the cultural richness of being from a mixed heritage background. @1Xtra on social

with Mary Mandefield: Celebrating UK Black podcasting! 26.05.2024

Mary Mandefield and guests discuss UK Black podcasting success stories, from those who are smashing it on the mic, to people building empires behind the scenes. @1Xtra on social

Love, sex and disability 19.05.2024

When it comes to love and relationships, why are the stories of disabled people often left out of the conversation? Richie Brave hears first hand love stories from those who are often overlooked. @1Xtra on social

Why we need safe spaces for Black boys and men to talk 12.05.2024

Mary Mandefield and guests explore the importance of safe spaces for Black boys and men to talk about difficult feelings.

What does it mean to live a 'soft life'? 05.05.2024

Richie Brave and guests discuss what it means to live a 'soft life'. Is there a strict definition of 'soft life'? Or is it something we can define for ourselves?

Celebrating dancehall! 28.04.2024

As part of 1Xtra's celebration of dancehall, Richie Brave is joined by singer, songwriter and rapper Alicai Harley, dancehall artist and performer Doktor and award winning DJ and presenter DJ Mexy to talk about their favourite dancehall tracks and memories. Also sharing their thoughts will be 1Xtra family Seani B, and BBC TV and radio presenter Shanequa Paris. We'll also be hearing from Jamaican b...

Remembering Stephen Lawrence and his legacy 21.04.2024

On the eve of Stephen Lawrence Day, Richie Brave and guests discuss the legacy that has been built in Stephen's memory.

Why do so few Black people swim? 14.04.2024

Richie Brave and guests explore the different barriers that stop more Black people swimming.

1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Celebrating the creative scene in Liverpool 07.04.2024

As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Liverpool, Richie Brave is joined by rapper Koj, Jerome Griffin aka The Scouse Ghetto Gourmet, and Africa Oye's Nikki Blaze to talk about the creative scene.

1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: Building Black business in Manchester 03.04.2024

As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Manchester, Richie Brave is joined by Javeno McLean, Bianca Danielle from Melanin Markets and ⁠Adex to discuss building Black business and the thriving creative scene.

1Xtra Talks Touchdown Tour: The creative future of Birmingham 24.03.2024

As 1Xtra Talks touches down in Birmingham, Richie Brave is joined by Despa Robinson, DJ Day Day and Miss La Familia to discuss how to make it in the creative industries and what the future might hold for future talent in the city.

Celebrating food, culture and giving London cuisine its flowers! 20.03.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests discuss food, its cultural importance and why the food in London deserves its flowers. What food do we love and why? Do we need to examine why we're so attached to certain things? @1Xtra on social

Celebrating African identity 10.03.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests get into the different ways people celebrate their African identity and discuss when it became cool to the fully embrace African roots. @1Xtra on social

What does it take to work for MI6? 03.03.2024

After a sit down with one of the directors earlier in the week, Richie Brave and his studio guest discuss what it takes to work for MI6. @1Xtra on social

Celebrating the history of UK R&B 25.02.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests get into the rich history of UK R&B, giving flowers to the artists that laid the foundations as well as those following in their footsteps. @1Xtra on social

Do we need any more biopics? 18.02.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, following the recent release of the Bob Marley: One Love movie, Richie Brave and guests talk about the importance and relevance of biopics. @1Xtra on social

Valentine's Day - is it overrated? 11.02.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests will be getting into whether Valentine's Day is overrated. Does it even mean that much to couples anymore? Is it all performative for social media? @1xtra on social

Mary Mandefield sits in: Awards shows - Do we still care? 07.02.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, and in the midst of awards season, Mary Mandefield and guests explore whether awards are still as relevant to artists as they use to be. Do they still carry the same benefits as they did a few years ago? @1Xtra on social

Navigating grief 29.01.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and his guests will be exploring the different ways that we navigate grief, from cultural differences and 'death admin' to the way we process our emotions.

Rise of Black-owned UK fashion 24.01.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave and guests explore the rise of Black-owned UK fashion brands, from street style to runway

What has been the biggest moment in January so far? 14.01.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave is back from his holiday and catching up on some of the biggest moments that have happened in January so far. From Katt Williams calling people out to viral music moments, the new year has already been a wild ride so far!

What are your Christmas traditions? 14.01.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave is joined by Remi Burgz to talk about Christmas food, films, games and worst gifts!

Mary Mandefield talks cosmetic surgery - would you do it? 09.01.2024

On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Mary Mandefield explores cosmetic surgery. Is there too much pressure to change ourselves? @1Xtra on social

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