Freddie and Phoebe from the URY music team recently interviewed Leeds-based jazz fusion band "Plantfood", ahead of a show at The Crescent in York this month. They chatted about the Leeds jazz scene, tips on how to enter the music scene if you're just starting out, and the creation of their newest EP "Carnivores" (including the songwriting process and the design of its cover art).
Ladies, have you ever felt like you can't get a word in when speaking in a group of men? Have you ever felt like you have to put a lot more work in than a man has to be respected? Well we have, so let's talk about it!
On a mournful, drizzly afternoon, Greg James unveiled the late great Longboi statue at the University of York. Immortalised in bronze, the boi will watch over Derwent lake with a cheeky expression and a shining, almost regal aura. In that spirit, URY's Station Manager Joe Brearley sat with Greg and asked him some silly questions. Quack!
Image Credits: Josh Haining
Listen to Max, Simon and Esther as they discuss what to expect on arrivals day, our plans for Freshers Week 2024, a healthy study/life balance, and seeking support if you need it!
Annie Davison, our music team's interview coordinator, recently sat down with Jeffery Lewis, frontman of the anti-folk group "Jeffery Lewis and The Voltage". As someone who thinks of himself as a comic book artist before a musician, they talked about the comparison between making visual art and putting together a song. They also discussed the differences he finds with using Spotify versus Bandcamp, and the unique way him and his band plan tours. Through listening to this interview, you will also get a sneak peek into what it's like being in The Crescent's green room while a soundcheck is going on - mild apologies for that.
URY's Annie Davison sat down in The Crescent's green room with UK post-punk band DEADLETTER, ahead of a sold-out show. They talked about the changes they've experienced within the York live music scene over their time as a band, and how it feels now to be playing shows down in London. (warning: explicit)
This week on Election Year we dive into the most dramatic news of the US election so far.... Biden's resignation from the race! We also chat about the Republican National Convention, Kamala Harris's ability to win the presidency, and of course - the viral memes that have accompanied her enterance into the race.
Election Year is a new podcast dedicated to discussing global elections in 2024 - the biggest year for democracy in history. With over half the planet's population heading to the polls, we will be discussing elections from across the globe and considering where the future of democracy might turn next.
In the final episode of this season Raina and Vanessa get candid about Imposter Syndrome. They discuss what it can feel like, times they've overcome it, and how to keep on moving forward one little step at a time.
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This week on Election Year we provide our (very late) thoughts on how the UK General Election night went, hear from Matt as he climbs a mountain in Austria and chat about the other elections left to come in this (long) year for democracy!
DISCLAIMER: This podcast was recorded prior (July 12th 2024) to the shooting which occured at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday (July 13th 2024).
Election Year is a new podcast dedicated to discussing global elections in 2024 - the biggest year for democracy in history. With over half the planet's population heading to the polls, we will be discussing elections from across the globe and considering where the future of democracy might turn next.
It's Election Eve! Tomorrow the UK goes to the polls so we jumped on a zoom call and chatted about it! In this episode we talk about the final days of the campaigns, the latest polling data, and our predictions for election night. We also zoom across to France and the United States to talk about all the DRAMATIC developments on those elections!
Election Year is a new podcast dedicated to discussing global elections in 2024 - the biggest year for democracy in history. With over half the planet's population heading to the polls, we will be discussing elections from across the globe and considering where the future of democracy might turn next.