1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave

Richie Brave explores the first Afro-Creole Languages Week with founder, Ife Thompson. Toni Tone joins him to speak about her new book Soft Life. Plus, Michael Buffong celebrates 40 years of Talawa Theatre Company. @1Xtra on socialProduced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.

Richie Brave reflects on the positive stories from Notting Hill Carnival 2026 with Anthea Hudson. He's also joined by Jamelia and Téja Renée to discuss their relationship as mother and daughter as well as Téja's debut book Starting High. Plus, Ray Fearon speaks about his lead role in August Wilson's play Fences. @1Xtra on socialProduced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.

Richie Brave is joined by former chief executive of Notting Hill Carnival, Claire Holder as well as Meet The Thorpes duo and authors of 'How To Stay In Love (And Still Like Each Other)', Adrian and Tara Thorpe. @1Xtra on socialProduced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.

Guvna B hosts a roundtable discussion about breast cancer with Leanne Pero MBE, Shanna Antonio and Sarah Adomah. @1Xtra on socialProduced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.

Guvna B is joined by comedian and footballer, Sapphire McIntosh, to discuss her experiences as a Black woman from Leeds as well as exploring the Black media ecosystem with hosts of the Rigour & Flow podcast, Aiwan Obinyan and Tamanda Walker. @1Xtra on socialProduced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.