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Meditation in Nottingham: “I say whenever the mind gets too full with stuff, that's the time to close your eyes and take a focused breath."
Thu 27 May 2021George White explains how he overcame his initial scepticism to harness the true benefits of meditation...
Myhouse Yourhouse: Coming Out of Retirement, Mental Health, and a Virtual Festival
Sat 15 May 2021It was only when the world came to a crashing halt and gig venues, clubs and record shops were forced to shut their doors, that people realised just how important music is in bringing us all together. But out of that dark period came the resurrection of Myhouse Yourhouse. Part-online gig, part community and part virtual venue, it entertained over 80,000 listeners during the last twelve months, raising huge amounts for charity in the process. Addie Kenogbon talked to creator and Notts DJ Alex Traska and DJ and events organiser Jakki Denton to find out just how this Nottingham subculture became a beacon for mental health awareness, hope and togetherness...
YMCA Calls for Your Memories for 150 Stories Campaign
Wed 28 Apr 2021The Nottinghamshire charity is celebrating its 150th anniversary with 150 Stories, an exhibition curated from your memories and experiences...
Leap of Faith: Nottingham Residents Who Have Left Their Religion Behind
Fri 23 Apr 2021Between 2011 and 2019, the number of British people who identified as being non-religious increased by a staggering 46%. To put that in context, that made them the fasting growing group in the country and, with the new census currently being undertaken, that number is expected to grow further. While being an atheist isn’t quite the taboo it once was in an increasingly secular country, for some people, turning away from god can pose huge mental, physical and spiritual challenges. We talked to Notts residents Tony Challis, the President of Nottingham Secular Society, and Amir X (whose real name has been retracted at his request), a former Muslim, to find out how difficult it was to leave religion behind…
Your Love Letters to Notts...
Fri 05 Feb 2021Love is in the air, but so is COVID... meaning that we’ve all spent the best part of the last year locked up indoors. As such, our city hasn’t been getting the TLC it usually receives from its residents. To remedy that sad situation, we asked you lot to pen love letters to your favourite parts of Nottingham. Here are some of our favourites...
The Council Wants Your Suggestions on What Should Happen Next to Broadmarsh
Wed 18 Nov 2020They're all ears…
"You’ve got nothing to lose and your life to regain" - A Cocaine Anonymous Member on His Road to Recovery
Tue 27 Oct 2020No matter how far into addiction you may be, it’s not too late. We talk to one of the members of the Nottingham branch of Cocaine Anonymous, who wishes to remain nameless, about addiction and his own personal road to recovery...
Local Promoters Now Offering To Sell Your Soul for £666
Fri 16 Oct 2020In a move that would make Rishi Sunak and the government's new careers advice service proud, Nottingham-based music promoters I’m Not From London have diversified into beer, book publishing and satanic rituals…
Comedian Sara Pascoe on Her Move From Actress to Comedy and Singing For Robbie William's Dad
Thu 08 Oct 2020Stand-up comedian, actor, presenter, author, podcast host. There aren’t many things in the world of entertainment that Sara Pascoe can’t do. Ahead of her return to Nottingham to play Just the Tonic this month, we caught up with the popular comic to talk lockdown, her two new TV projects and being a backing singer for Robbie Williams’ dad…
Nusic Advice Video: How to Smash Your Branding as a Musician
Wed 07 Oct 2020In 2020, branding yourself well as a musician is real important. It's no longer just the major labels that are thinking about it. As an independent artist - you should spend time working out what your brand is, and how best to communicate that brand - as it'll help you reach your musical goals.
Film Review: Ride Your Wave
Tue 21 Jul 2020Following a wave of successful recent anime film releases in the UK, this charming new animated feature makes its digital debut...
Academic and Stand-Up Comedian Dr Claire Sedgwick on COVID-19's Impact on the Industry
Thu 09 Jul 2020Unpaid sets. No trade unions. Class inequalities. Even by the already difficult standards of the creative industries, stand-up comedy is a particularly hard industry in which to carve a career path. Dr Claire Sedgwick, an academic and stand-up comedian, explores how COVID-19 has only exacerbated those difficulties, and what the comedy scene is doing to keep the industry alive ...
Flying Home During COVID: Your Stories of Getting Back to Notts During Coronavirus
Mon 22 Jun 2020Those who had holidays booked as the COVID crisis began to escalate were faced with a difficult decision: to go ahead with their plans and risk getting sick or stranded, or give up their hard-earned holidays and take the financial hit. But for some, the situation was out of their control, as they were already abroad by the time the health crisis had become a serious issue. With panic starting, misinformation spreading and lockdown looming, they faced a ticking clock to get back to the UK before it was too late…
Nusic Advice Video: Sorting Your Merch in Lockdown
Wed 03 Jun 2020Merch can arguably earn unsigned musicians more dollar than anything else (at the start of your career). In this vid, we talk designing, manufacturing, plus selling your merch. JLS also make an appearance. As does Mark in a wig. He’s not in JLS.
NHS @ 70: The Organisation Collecting Your Stories, Memories and Opinions of the NHS
Sat 16 May 2020
Up until recently, it’s fair to say that many of us have been guilty of taking the NHS for granted. But as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the country, stretching the health service to its absolute limits, you can’t help but feel that, as a nation, we’re finally starting to truly understand the value of what we’re lucky to have. One organisation was well-ahead of the curve on the appreciation front, however, as the NHS at 70: The Story of Our Lives project has been collating stories, memories and experiences of the NHS for a few years, and 2020 has seen them focus their attention on the East Midlands. We talk to Oral History and Public Engagement Coordinator James McSharry to find out more...
Notts Street Art: A Checklist for Your Daily Walk
Sat 09 May 2020Hands up if you're missing the whole heap of real-world culture that Notts has to offer? I think it's safe to say we all are. But while we stay safe and stay home, there is one artistic offering still available from this city. So the next time you’re on your daily walk, run or cycle, take a minute to look around at the art pieces that aren’t in galleries or on our screens, but sit on Nottingham’s walls, buildings and side streets...
Love Your Locals: How to Support Your Independents in Their Time of Need
Tue 28 Apr 2020We’re a city with a long and proud history of independence, and currently boast one of the most diverse, active and eclectic independent business communities in the country. Unfortunately, the ongoing health crisis has resulted in many of them being among the hardest hit, and the majority of Nottingham’s independents have had to either close their doors or find creative ways to stay afloat until things return to normal. While these are obviously times of financial uncertainty for many of us, there are still ways that you can support your local independent businesses without leaving the house…
Nusic Advice Video: How to Smash Your Time in Lockdown
Tue 14 Apr 2020We asked a load of NG faces their top three tips on how to stay sane and productive in lockdown - here's what they said. Well, those who got back to us...
Create Your Own Spa Day at Home
Tue 14 Apr 2020Just because you haven’t worn makeup in weeks or your beard is verging on the bushy side, it doesn’t mean you can’t give yourself a little TLC. Self-care is more important than ever, so we’re guiding you through how to throw the ultimate spa day experience at home....
Your Disco Needs You! How to support Nottingham's LGBT+ Community
Tue 07 Apr 2020It’s a bad time for many things at the moment as Nottingham remains in lockdown. There are so many jobs, performers, charities, communities and sex workers that are at risk...
COMPETITION: Create Your Own LeftLion Cover
Mon 06 Apr 2020Ever fancied having a crack at a LeftLion cover? Well now's your chance...
10 Years Later: How to Train Your Dragon
Sat 04 Apr 2020As it reaches its tenth anniversary, this action-packed Viking comedy proves it itself to be an age-old family classic...
6 Items to Buy for Your Nottingham-Themed Cheeseboard
Thu 26 Mar 2020With every passing day we're getting closure to sunshine and picnic weather. This year, we're gonna pass on shop-bought spreads and create our own, locally-sourced board full of Notts goodies. Here's what we'll be plucking from the shelves...
Comedian Mark Thomas is Bringing His History-Themed Show to Lakeside Arts in April
Sun 01 Mar 2020Comedian, presenter, political satirist, journalist, radio personality, libertarian anarchist... There aren’t many things that Mark Thomas can’t turn his hand to. With his brand new history-themed show, 50 Things About Us, heading to Lakeside Arts for back-to-back shows in April, we caught up with the stand up legend to get his thoughts on Nottingham, touring and the British Empire...
Tell Your St. Ann’s Story with Panya Banjoko and Bo Olawoye
Thu 06 Feb 2020Local writer Panya Banjoko and Engagement Curator Bo Olawoye are working together with The Renewal Trust to build a newspaper rammed with stories, photos and art work – all about St. Ann’s…