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The HIV Podcast

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Thames Valley Positive Support
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HIV Stigma
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Award nominated podcast, listened to in an incredible 183 countries, The HIV Podcast is fast becoming a global gamechanger for tackling HIV stigma!

The HIV Podcast separates fact from fiction and tackles HIV myths and misconceptions. We cover all things HIV related from people to historical events, law, health, taboo topics and pop-culture moments - basically everything you need to know about HIV!... more

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Latest Episodes

This week Sarah and Jess head to Mozambique for the latest episode of African Voices, exploring the country's response to HIV stigma and the inspiring work of local LGBTQ+ activists using creativity and visibility to encourage HIV testing and challen... more

Needle exchanges. A public health success story? A political battleground? Or a bit of both. This week Sarah and Jess are travelling back to the 1980s to explore how a radical idea born during the HIV crisis helped save thousands of lives and shaped ... more

How did Edinburgh end up being dubbed the "HIV capital of Europe"? In this episode, Sarah and Jess head back to the 1980s to uncover the story behind one of the most surprising chapters in HIV history. We explore how one city found itself at the cent... more

This week, the tables have turned! Long-time listener and friend of the podcast Charlotte Leach has taken over hosting duties and put Sarah and Jess firmly in the hot seat, testing their podcast knowledge, revisiting some memorable moments, and chatt... more

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Recent Guests

Charlotte Leach
Long-time supporter and friend of the podcast who does a takeover
Episode: Charlotte Leach Takeover
Harriet Nakayisa
Uganda Village Project Program Manager
Uganda Village Project
Episode: African Voices, Uganda
Lorna McCardle
A powerhouse in the LGBT sector who has influenced Reading Pride and inclusion initiatives
Green Car Nation / Reading Pride / TVPS Berkshire
Episode: Lorna McArdle
Oliver Brown
Royal Navy officer, HIV advocate
Royal Navy (former)
Episode: Oliver Brown Part 2
Garry Brough
HIV Advocate and Program Manager for Fast-Track Cities London
Fast-Track Cities London
Episode: HIV Peer Support with Garry Brough
James Kirkland
Social and political science graduate from King's College London discussing HIV stigma.
King's College London
Episode: James Kirkland
Les K. Wright
Queer historian, writer, photographer, gay activist and AIDS activist
Episode: Les K Wright
Jim Hoggart
An instrumental figure in establishing HIV support in Berkshire during the 1980s.
Thames Valley Positive Support
Episode: Jim Hoggart
Eugene Lynch
HIV activist and advocate, Director of Delivery at Terrence Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust
Episode: Eugene Lynch

Hosts

Sarah Macadam
Host of the HIV-focused show; long-running HIV educator and writer with a role in research and content development.
Jessica Harding
Producer, editor, and co-host with a focus on HIV education and accessible storytelling.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • HIV not required…🙌🏻

    'The' HIV podcast where you don't need to be HIV positive to find it entertaining, education and sometimes outrageously bizarre. Jess & Sarah are the ultimate hostess's with decades of HIV support work behind them. The pair occasionally bickering over editing out the occasional slip up or mispronunciation, which gets left in post edit. Makes for a podcast that is not over polished and feels as though you are in a conference call with two friends. Every podcast episode is dedicated to a HIV topic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotTheWill
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • 'The' HIV podcast where you don't need to be HIV positive to find it entertaining, education and sometimes outrageously bizarre. Jess & Sarah are the ultimate hostess's with decades of HIV support work behind them. The pair occasionally bickering over editing out the occasional slip up or mispronunciation, which gets left in post edit. Makes for a podcast that is not over polished and feels as though you are in a conference call with two friends.

    Every podcast episode is dedicated to a HIV top... more

    Podchaser
    5
    yorkshiret2020
    3 years ago
  • TVPS Podcasts

    Loved the GP (Greasy P…. ) episode- informative & fun

    Loved the crime series - well done TVPS for continually raising awareness of HIV issue’s 👍 Well done TVPS for being nominated for the Podcast awards - good luck tonight - hope you get shortlisted as you really deserve to win 👏👏 Have listened to a number of the TVPS Podcasts now and I really love them - they make the subject of HIV fun, upbeat but also very informative about the changing face of HIV over the last 30 years - Really worth ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SRW120863
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • TVPS Podcasts

    Loved the crime series - well done TVPS for continually raising awareness of HIV issue’s 👍

    Well done TVPS for being nominated for the Podcast awards - good luck tonight - hope you get shortlisted as you really deserve to win 👏👏 Have listened to a number of the TVPS Podcasts now and I really love them - they make the subject of HIV fun, upbeat but also very informative about the changing face of HIV over the last 30 years - Really worth listening too to understand the journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SRW120863
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • TVPS Podcasts

    Well done TVPS for being nominated for the Podcast awards - good luck tonight - hope you get shortlisted as you really deserve to win 👏👏

    Have listened to a number of the TVPS Podcasts now and I really love them - they make the subject of HIV fun, upbeat but also very informative about the changing face of HIV over the last 30 years - Really worth listening too to understand the journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SRW120863
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Comments highlight authenticity and practical insights, with occasional audience-driven humor threaded through serious topics.
Listeners appreciate a balance of informative content and lighthearted delivery, with some episodes leaning into pop-culture relevance.
The show is praised for advocacy-driven storytelling that reduces stigma and increases understanding across diverse audiences.
Noted for approachable, conversational HIV education that feels like a chat with friends.

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Charlotte Leach Takeover
Q: Question nine: For men who have sex with men and have a history of syphilis, Doxy-PreP reduces syphilis risk by what percentage?
79 percent.
Charlotte Leach Takeover
Q: Question eight: What was the name of the patient who shook hands with Princess Diana in 1987 at Middlesex Hospital?
Ivan Cohen.
Charlotte Leach Takeover
Q: Question one: Who was the first African-American tennis player to win the men's singles at the US Open and Wimbledon?
Arthur Ashe.
Oliver Brown Part 2
Q: What are you up to now, Ollie?
Ollie describes exploring new opportunities beyond HIV advocacy, leveraging a unique skill set to fix problems in unusual ways, while acknowledging that HIV will remain part of his life but not his sole focus.
HIV Peer Support with Garry Brough
Q: Do you find that peer support also helps with adhering to medication?
Yes, peer support has proven to enhance engagement in care and treatment adherence among individuals with HIV.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The HIV Podcast

What is The HIV Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A consistently focused show that educates listeners about HIV, its history, treatment, and ongoing stigma reduction while weaving in personal stories, advocacy, and pop-culture angles. Episodes span global perspectives—from UK-based care and activism to community-led initiatives in Africa and beyond—often highlighting practical information, policy shifts, and human-centered narratives. Noteworthy traits include a candid, conversational tone, long-running host collaboration, and a clear emphasis on making complex HIV topics accessible and engaging for a broad audience, including allies, professionals, and people living with HIV.

What stands out for potential listeners is the mix of rigorous health education, stigma-busting storytelling, and... more

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1. HIV Hour
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The HIV Podcast launched 7 years ago and published 225 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The HIV Podcast include:

1. Charlotte Leach
2. Harriet Nakayisa
3. Lorna McCardle
4. Oliver Brown
5. Garry Brough
6. James Kirkland
7. Les K. Wright
8. Jim Hoggart

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