The Natter

Welcome to The Natter F1 Special, presented by Oliver Hampson!This week, Oliver is joined by Max Mabey, Ali Hampson-Silk and Joseph Thomas to discuss F1, race by race and break down the subjects that matter most to F1 fans! This week's big question- 'Is retirement imminent for Hamilton?' whilst also discussing if the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park was the most interesting this season?Expect an episode after every race on The Natter and fresh voices every week as we dive into the sub...

11-20

48:41

Welcome to The Natter Masters Golf Preview, Presented by Ali Silk!In this Masters Preview, Ali Silk is joined by Max Mabey, George Halford and Jack Tilson discussing what we can expect in this out of season Masters Tournament in Augusta.This weeks big question is- Who will take the Green Jacket?This preview will be followed by a review in 1 week's time!

11-13

39:12

Welcome to The Natter F1 Special, presented by Oliver Hampson!This week, Oliver is joined by Max Mabey, Ali Hampson-Silk and Joseph Thomas to discuss F1, race by race and break down the subjects that matter most to F1 fans! This week's big question- 'What is next for Redbull and Alex Albon' whilst also discussing the race weekend prior at the Emila Romagna Grand Prix, Italy.Expect an episode after every race on The Natter and fresh voices every week as we dive into the subjects which div...

11-06

45:33

Welcome to The Natter F1 Special, presented by Oliver Hampson!This week, Oliver is joined by Max Mabey and Joseph Thomas to discuss F1, race by race and break down the subjects that matter most to F1 fans! This week's big question- 'Is Hamilton the GOAT?' whilst also discussing the race weekend prior at the Algarve international circuit, Portugal. Expect an episode after every race on The Natter and fresh voices every week as we dive into the subjects which divide opinion and end fr...

10-30

42:27

The following podcast is an extraordinary insight into the highs and lows of Welsh Paralympian and inspiration John Harris. In this excerpt he tells the story of his dramatic accident and the brutal realisation of the injury. John’s humour and clarity shines through.

09-25

01:19:57

Second episode of Fight Club is about up and coming Cardiff boxer Monique Bux who joined us in the studio. Monique Bux a unique character who juggles a career of being a DJ and a professional boxer. Join us to hear more how she navigates joining the professional game. Making weight, mental health, injuries, critics and how to deal with social media trolls. Everything is discussed as Monquie Bux tells it how it is in her career so far.

02-17

29:25

This inaugural Episode looks back at the year of fighting we've seen, the year we expect from 2023 and the changes we wish to see within the sport.Talk of Fury, Joshua, Khabib, Mhakachev and Paddy the Baddy! What more could you want from a fight pod?

12-15

29:47

Welcome to the debut episode of the Unconventional Sports podcast.Produced by 5 Cardiff Met MSc Sport Broadcast students, we talk all things sport, from rugby to rock climbing and plenty in between!Join us as we talk our sports background, worst injuries and our future sporting endeavours.

12-15

33:18

This is a new year and we have a special episode of The Natter for you, hosted by GB Athlete and Cardiff Metropolitan University student, Jenny Nesbitt.Jenny is joined by Wales' fastest half marathon runner Jake Smith and his coach and Olympian James Thie.In this episode they talk about distance running, new technology and the potential for breaking even more records!

01-08

33:46

This week's guest is Boxing Pretty founder and Boxing coach, Gemma Price. Due to the Welsh 'Firebreak' gyms have been forced to close, deemed unessential by Government rule, with Gyms like Llanrumney Phoenix ABC think that the 'unessential' title isn't fair on the important work they do. As well as providing a base for professional boxers in the Welsh capital, it provides essential teaching aids, a safe space for children and adults from all across Cardiff. Gemma speaks a...

10-30

42:09

This Weeks Guest is World record breaking Extreme Environment Athlete and former Wales international Rugby player Richard Parks. Richard Sat down with the 2020/21 Cohort of Sports Broadcast MSc students to talk about his new documentary 'Can I Be Welsh and Black'. In this episode we discuss the documentary creating process whilst also covering issues on race, diversity, inclusivity and what the media industry can do to level the playing field. The documentary is being released ...

10-23

24:46

This week's guest is Wales netball star and Cardiff Metropolitan Lecturer, Suzy Drane. Throughout her career with Welsh netball, Suzy has amassed over 100 caps for the national team, building a career which has spanned over a decade, representing her country at three commonwealth games!Suzy, who is now the Cardiff Metropolitan director of netball is taking a closer concentration on coaching, with the launching of the Women in Sports Coaching initiative along with other coaches and lectur...

07-13

34:49

This week's guest is ex-Welsh Hockey player and now ITV Wales Sports reporter, Beth Fisher. Beth, who was the first ever woman commentator on BBC Wales Sport has since moved into the world of television after a 20 year hockey career which saw her represent her country and now works as a sport reporter for ITV Wales.Beth talks about the fight for both equality in sport and in the sport media, facing adversity and her route to working in the media. Whilst understanding the privileged posit...

07-03

38:35

This week's guest is Ex-Cardiff Devils and GB Ice Hockey player, Jeff Smith. Since the end of his career, Jeff has taken on many challenges including climbing Everest and double marathons in the Sahara desert. Jeff's new challenge is 'Jeff Runs The Decade' where he aims to run every day til 1st January 2030.Jeff talks about the recent 4-4-48 challenge he took on, how he is handling the Covid-19 lockdown, helping others and the struggles in running his businesses including Cardiff's Big M...

05-29

32:00

For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek our students spoke to ex-Newport RFC rugby player turned BBC Broadcaster and author, Phil Steele.Phil talks about the history of his battle with mental health and speaks to Mica Moore and Greg Caine about the challenges faced in combating mental health issues.