HIV Heroes - Francoise-Barre-Sinoussi
The first in our special World AIDS Day trilogy! We kick things off with the fascinating story of how the HIV virus was discovered and we induct Francoise-Barre-Sinoussi into the HIV Heroes hall of fame!SourcesThere are more viruses than stars in the universe. Why do only some infect us? (nationalgeographic.com)Human retroviruses | Division of Medical Virology (uct.ac.za)Reverse Transcriptase: Definition, Function & Structure - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Dec 202118min
HIV Heroes - The Red Ribbon
The third episode in our World AIDS Day special edition! Did you know that the HIV red ribbon was the very first awareness ribbon of its kind?! Have a listen to this episode to find out all about how and why the red ribbon came to be a symbol for HIV support and also why wearing the ribbon is so important.SourcesRed ribbon - WikipediaThe Red Ribbon Project | Visual AIDSWorld AIDS Day - Wikipedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Dec 202118min
HIV Heroes - Mark Fowler
This week we hear about a true Walford icon and Queen Vic regular - Mark Fowler. Mark was the first mainstream soap character to be diagnosed as HIV positive, but how and why did this storyline come about?SourcesBeyond the tombstone: how British TV responded to the AIDS crisis | BFIatvtoday.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Nov 202126min
HIV Heroes - Stephen Hart
Sarah shares with us the story of an incredible individual who has overcome so many challenges, taken these experiences and turned them into a Broadway show! He continues to share his journey living with HIV via his YouTube channel to help others. This weeks HIV Hero is the fantastic Stephen Hart! Sources'Hart Talks': London Actor Opens Up About Tragedy, HIV, and YouTube (thebody.com)Further InformationStephen Hart - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 Nov 202122min
HIV Heroes - Magic Johnson
On the 7th of November 1991 Earvin 'Magic' Johnson shocked the world by retiring from basketball and announcing that he is HIV positive. Since his diagnosis he has worked hard to highlight that HIV can affect anyone. He is an absolute HIV Hero and you need to have a listen to learn just what a legend he is!SourcesMagic Johnson wishes he hadn't retired so early [Video] | Lakers Now | Los Angeles Times (archive.org)Safer Sex: What You Can Do to Avoid AIDS: Amazon.co.uk: Johnson, Earvin "Magic": 9780099200215: BooksMagic Johnson Foundation | Do Good LAMagic Johnson - WikipediaOther infoMagic Johnson Foundation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Nov 202125min
HIV Heroes - National AIDS Trust & Deborah Gold
Today we learn about, and celebrate, the fantastic work that NAT does and their CEO, Deborah Gold. NAT tirelessly fight for the rights of people living with HIV and is the driving force for equality. They are absolute HIV Heroes and you should come on this journey with us to learn all about the work that they do.SourcesDeborah Gold | LinkedInNational AIDS Trust - WikipediaNational AIDS Trust | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26 Okt 202126min
HIV Heroes - JVN
This week we feature someone that is part of the fab five, a hair stylist extraordinaire, podcaster and all round ray of sunshine. So have a listen and find out why Jonathan Van Ness is our HIV Hero!SourcesJonathan Van Ness on being HIV positive: 'It gave me a reason to really fight' | Queer Eye | The GuardianJonathan Van Ness - WikipediaFurther informationJonathan Van Ness | Getting Curious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11 Okt 202123min
HIV Heroes - Princess Diana
Today we feature a true icon and dig a little deeper into her involvement in the field of HIV and we learn why she's Sarah's HIV Hero. SourcesPrincess Diana’s very real role in fighting the stigma of Aids | Letters | The GuardianHow Diana, Princess of Wales was instrumental in trying to stop the stigma against HIV/AIDs | TatlerThe Crown: True Story of Princess Diana's Visits to AIDS Wards (elle.com)The day I met Princess Diana when she visited a London HIV center (gaystarnews.com)Gallup Vault: Fear and Anxiety During the 1980s AIDS Crisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31 Aug 202128min
