Reading University Students' Union
Reading University Students' Union
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Here you'll find podcasts from Reading University Students' Union covering all aspects of student life.
More Than A Grad – Eating Disorders
***Trigger Warning: this episode will discuss symptoms, and experiences of eating disorders. This may be upsetting for an individual who has/ had experiences of disordered eating or a history of an eating disorder.*** In line with eating disorder awareness week, Rachel and Bandy speak to two very special guests about the serious topic of eating disorders (ED). They first speak to Dr Paul Jenkins a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in ED and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) about the main symptoms, treatments and misconceptions of this mental illness. The second guest is a recent graduate and advocate of mental health Sophie, who has appeared on BBC news and worked for Rethink a mental health charity, she speaks about her own lived experience of Anorexia Nervosa throughout University.
Mar 10, 2021
1 hr 40 min
More Than A Grad - Get Your S**T Together Edition - Housing Advice
RUSU Housing Adviser, Jane Taylor, prepares you for life after uni with her accommodation and housing advice! Jane answers all your worries about how to move out of your university house and into life as a graduate.
Feb 8, 2021
6 min
More Than A Grad - Get Your S**T Together Edition - Money Advice
Barbara Held, Money Adviser, talks all things money! Worried about council tax? Income tax? Wonder what welfare benefits you may be entitled to? How and when to start repaying your student loan? Listen and find out!
Feb 8, 2021
12 min
More than a grad live
Rachel & Bandy hosted the first live podcast recording, featuring two exciting guests from the mental health societies Open Mind and Anti-Stress, as well as answering listener questions. This episode explores the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our mental health.
Jan 7, 2021
1 hr 2 min
More than a grad: Money
Money Money Money...its a topic on the lips of so many students. Getting it, spending too much, wanting more, etc. In this episode of more than a grad, we explore all things relating to student finance with our incredible RUSU money advisor. From loans to savings, credit cards to investing, no matter what your money situation looks like we have something for you!
Nov 23, 2020
46 min
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