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UK Residents - Recycling & Deposit Return Scheme & Soft Plastics

Would love to talk to people based in the UK about recycling, the deposit return scheme, and soft plastics, for BBC Radio 4. Email [email redacted] for more information. Not looking for experts, businesses, or pitches. #journorequest #recycling pls RT

Longevity-Minded Adults - Lifestyle Changes & Retirement Planning

Looking to speak to someone who is taking active steps to lengthen their life. Someone who reads the longevity studies and has changed behaviours as a result. I want to find out if they have changed their financial planning too - in anticipation of living longer. [email redacted] - thanks!

Language Learners Using AI - Experiences With AI Tutors

Hey guys, if you've been learning a new language with the help of AI, pls DM me. Working on a story with the BBC & we'll like to talk to uuu Pls share to friends, followers that yk fit this and help boost, thangyaaaa #journorequest

Chesterfield FC Fans - Playoff Game vs Notts County

To all @ChesterfieldFC fans: I’m looking to speak to a supporter ahead of your playoff game against Notts County this Saturday on the @colsonsmith show on @BBCSheffield. If you’re heading to the game and are up for a chat, email [email redacted] #Spireites | @footballheaven

News9 Reporter - Shooting Near Oklahoma City - Immediate Guest

@AmandaTaylorTV I work for BBC News we would like to speak to someone from news9 about the shooting near Oklahoma City. We are looking for a guest in the next hour. If you can follow me back and DM me that would be great.

Students & Student Landlords - Renter Rights Act Impact

Are you a student or student landlord that has been impacted by the Renter Rights Act? Would like to talk to you for Radio 4. [email redacted] #journorequest #studentlife #landlords #housing pls RT deadline Tue 5th May Cheers

Cardiff University Graduates - Mobility & Career Opportunities

Following last night’s BBC Your Voice election debate, I’m conducting research into the experiences of Welsh university graduates - particularly those from Cardiff University. A key theme emerging from the debate was whether young people are being pushed out of Wales (or actively reeled in by external job markets), and what - if anything - is being done to bring them back. I’m looking to hear directly from graduates: - Did you stay in Wales after graduating, or move elsewhere? - If you left, what factors influenced your decision? - Do you feel there are sufficient career opportunities for graduates in Wales? - Is there a meaningful incentive to return after leaving? - For those from outside Wales - did you feel encouraged to stay and build a career there? I’m also exploring how Welsh institutions compare more broadly: - How do universities such as Cardiff and Bangor compare to other Russell Group universities in terms of opportunities, support, and outcomes? - Do Welsh universities effectively connect students with employers and career pathways? In light of the debate: - Did any of the points raised reflect your own experience as a student or graduate? If you’re willing to share your perspective, please comment below or message me directly. Faye Clegg [Working on a piece focused on graduate mobility and higher education in Wales] #CardiffUniversity #WelshGraduates #HigherEducation #StudentExperience #Wales #Research

St. Andrews Residents - Hidden Stories & Lesser-Known Places

BBC Scotland's 'My Kind of Town' is filming in St. Andrews this summer. We want to hear about the town, who to talk to, and what to film. Golf and history are taken for granted, but we also want to hear about things people might not know about .Email us on [email redacted] https://t.co/BizPRbQyFo

Drivers Caught Using Phone or Running Red Lights - Firsthand Accounts

Have you been caught doing something you shouldn't have while driving, like going on your phone or jumping a red light? If so, I'd be interested in speaking with you for a story I'm working on- please get in touch via DM or email ([email redacted]) #JournoRequest

Man Divorced Suddenly - Blindside Divorce

Case study request \I have received permission from the mods to post this\ Hello, I am a features journalist at BBC.com, writing an online, psychology feature for the BBC's health vertical on blindside divorce, or what is sometimes referred to as "sudden divorce syndrome". I'm looking to speak to a man who was divorced by an ex-spouse out of the blue. (I have already interviewed a woman). If you would be happy to share your experience with me, please do drop me a private message and I will share further details, and my contact email. I am happy to anonymise names, or just use first names or initials – and just to say this won't be compensated. Thank you very much in advance.

Teens - Personal Finance Junior ISA, Young Entrepreneurs, Workers

I’m making a bbc show focused on teenager finances. Looking to speak to teens about their finances - maybe one who manages their own junior isa, one who runs a business, one who is working FT or weekends. Or just any teens who have thoughts about money! [email redacted]

UK Renters Impacted Last 2 Months - Renter Rights Changing May 1

Renter rights are changing on the 1st of May. Are you a renter thats been impacted by the current laws in the last 2 months? We'd love to talk to you on Radio 4 if so. Email [email redacted] UK only, must be a renter, no experts needed. #journorequest please RT

People Who Organized Living Wakes - Grief Loss Documentary

As we research our next documentary on grief, loss and end of life the current conversations emerging all around us are so helpful. Please feel free to reach out to me, just to share anything you feel is helpful or, your own personal experience. As some of you know I'm using the Listening Project podcast for research as we develop the film's core themes. I want this to make a difference if I possibly can. I learnt from the last doco that the storyline can significantly change from what you initially anticipate as you get deeper into the subject. Although I trained as an end of life doula for this project - that was more about quickly accessing information that should be broadly available to the wider community and it was indeed great training. But my belief is although some may wish to access a doula for end of life support, there is a wider socialization piece of work that the community must foster. We must not add a trendy new label to death and dying. This below storyline about living wakes is something my sister and I did consider for my mother but our broader family was not on the same page. So something to ponder. But reading James' living wake story on Valentines' Day - oh my how lovely. Slowly I suspect we are unravelling as a society the last taboo - death. It will be interesting however how the funeral industry truly responds, it is so 'product' driven, ugly word, I know. The medical profession also has a long way to go too. That said is is ours to reshape - for many it is entirely about love. Some however have complicated family relationships and strong feelings can emerge. The other thing is we are beginning to normalize the grief and loss journey we all go through but still a long way to go on this - because grief and loss impacts us all through many life stages - not just death. Education is critical to understanding our own inner worlds and the human experience. Most of us shouldn't need therapy to access information on what is a universal human experience. Workplaces must play a very important role in this. Food for thought.

London Families in Temp Accommodation - Autistic & ADHD Children

Looking to speak to people living in temporary accommodation in London with neurodivergent children, particularly those with autism + ADHD. Get in touch [email redacted]

Dyspraxic Men & Parents UK - Documentary With Presenter Xanthe Palmer

EXCITING NEWS - I'm developing a documentary for our production company Rabbit Island Films on dyspraxic with the fantastic BBC presenter (and fellow dyspraxic) Xanthe Palmer. If you're dyspraxic, from the UK, and have an important story to tell, please get in touch. We're looking for people with all sorts of different perspectives on dyspraxia - inspirational, devastating, the lot! We want to hear from people all over the UK - many have been in touch from England and we want to hear from folk in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland too. People of all ages (including parents of dyspraxic kids who have vital stories to tell) and from all backgrounds. Oh and men. For some reason the overwhelming number of people with dyspraxia who've been in touch so far is women. We'd like to hear from people of all genders, but I definitely sense men are more hesitant to open up about dyspraxia so far. Looking forward to hearing from you all! #dyspraxia #documentary

TV Viewers - Points of View Return

Looking to get your voice heard ? Points of View is back on your screens soon and we would love to hear from you. Stay tuned !! https://t.co/ZdD2wiDitq

Saints FC Fans Who Attended 1976 Wembley - 50-Year FA Cup Semi

Looking to speak with #SaintsFC fans who went to Wembley in 1976 & now going to FA Cup semi-final 50 years later… DMs open if you know anyone 👍🏻 @BBCSouthNews #BBCFACup

Pokemon Card Collectors - How Much You Spent & Weird Finds

I’m talking Pokemon cards across the BBC tomo, including on my secret favourite #wakeuptomoney. So I want to hear from you - what do you or have you once collected and how much did you spend on your collection? Weirder the welcomer.

UK Supermarket Shoppers - Own Label Buying Habits

Own labels in suppermarkets account for 50% of sales now, Radio 4 wants to talk to people about this. Are you own labels only, are there some things that you only have branded? Email [email redacted] for more information deadline 21st April #journorequest pls RT cheers

Young Adults 18-24 in Sussex - First Job Struggles

I’m looking to speak with people aged around 18-24 in Sussex who have been struggling to get an #entrylevel or #junior role, or their #firstjob out of school or university, for @BBCNews. Pop me a DM or email [email redacted]. 📩 #JournoRequest https://t.co/IyhjOzZs1M