Coronacast Podcast
Coronacast Podcast
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We’ve got it all covered In Coronacast Daily, a new Mail+ podcast about the global pandemic
Is the coronavirus pandemic making plastic pollution even worse?
As the world’s beaches and rivers face a new epidemic of plastic pollution from disposable gloves and masks, Amelia Hemphill talks to Sian Sutherland, Chief Changemaker at A Plastic Planet about how the pandemic is driving plastic pollution (and what can be done to stop it). Plus, as Britain gets back to work, how to cope with that first day back in the office.
Jul 6, 2020
23 min
Could weekly testing for everyone spell an end to social distancing?
Thousands of people are already being tested weekly with a new ‘no swab’ test in Southampton, as part of a trial to see whether regular testing can help to contain outbreaks of coronavirus. Amelia Hemphill talks to Professor Adrian Martineau about whether mass testing could spell a new phase in Britain’s battle with the virus. Plus, the ‘post lockdown survival kit’ you won’t want to leave home without.
Jun 29, 2020
25 min
Does the Government need to do more to tackle obesity in fight against coronavirus?
Amelia Hemphill talks to obesity expert Professor Graham MacGregor about obesity and coronavirus, and whether Boris Johnson's weight was a factor in his severe coronavirus symptoms. Plus, the corona hero student nurses volunteering to help on the Covid-19 front line.
Jun 22, 2020
20 min
Professor Linda Bauld on the government’s new social ‘bubble’ scheme
Professor of Public Health at the University of Edinburgh, Linda Bauld on the how the new social ‘bubble scheme’ will effect you and how it works. Plus, Amelia meets the man bringing the British pub to punters at home.
Jun 15, 2020
21 min
Look who's butting in! The farmer who lets you 'add a goat' to any Zoom chat
Amelia Hemphill talks to  Dot McCarthy, owner of Cronkshaw Farm, which is letting people 'add a goat' to Zoom chats (or even business meetings). She also talks to a counsellor for Relate in Derby about how the lockdown has affected people's relationships - and why some couples have found that it's actually made them happier together.
Jun 8, 2020
23 min
How will contact tracing apps really work (and can they really stop the virus?)
Amelia Hemphill talks to cybersecurity expert Jonathan Martin of Anomali about how Britain’s contact-tracing app will really work, and whether it’s safe to trust such apps with personal information. Plus, MC Grammar, the corona hero offering English lessons on YouTube (including his trademark raps on grammar rules).
Jun 1, 2020
21 min
What can you do if your boss is committing 'furlough fraud'?
Amelia Hemphill talks to Andrew Pepper-Parsons from whistleblower charity Protect about what to do if you suspect your boss is committing furlough fraud, as companies abuse the taxpayer-funded scheme by making employees work while pocketing Government money. Plus, the corona hero painting portraits of NHS heroes on the front line.
May 26, 2020
30 min
How can businesses get back to work… and also keep their employees safe?
Amelia Hemphill talks to Alyn Franklin, Chief Executive of risk management company Alcumus about what measures businesses can take to reopen their doors without putting employees at risk from coronavirus. Plus, the corona heroes who offer a ‘Deliveroo style’ service, biking food to vulnerable families in London during lockdown.
May 20, 2020
28 min
Antibody tests, immunity passports and going back to work. Plus, is it safe to kiss your cat?
Amelia Hemphill talks to Dr Oksana Pyzik of UCL about whether a new, accurate antibody test could offer hope that Britain can return to work, and reviews today’s latest virus news, including a warning for cat owners. Plus, the corona hero making walking maps so we can all get to work safely post-lockdown.
May 15, 2020
17 min
Should you be washing your shopping after you buy it? Hygiene expert explains
Amelia Hemphill talks to Professor Lisa Ackerley (AKA The Hygiene Doctor) about which precautions actually help to keep us safe from coronavirus - and should we be leaving packages for 72 hours before opening them? Plus the corona hero keeping us all calm with free online relaxation classes.
May 14, 2020
35 min
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