Newspapers, growing up in Bristol, and speaking out on sexual abuse

In this week's episode, Alex covers some important topics. First up he talks to Sian David, who is Head of Print at the Bristol Post. They discuss how Sian's job has changed over the years and why the newspaper is still so important in the digital world. It's a fascinating conversation about how local news works in 2018 and well worth a listen.Next Alex chats to freelance journalist Neil Maggs, who has been working on an incredible video series about Bristol's sporting world. He has been chatting in-depth to Bristol's brightest and best from the sports world so we talk about that brilliant project. Alex and Neil also talk about diversity in the media and the importance of offering more opportunity to young people in the city.Last up on this week's show, education reporter Michael Yong talks about a challenging but hugely important story he covered recently involving sexual abuse. Michael talks about how a woman has bravely come forward to tell her story, years after she was abused. We also explore anonymity for sexual abuse victims how important it is for others to feel safe about coming forwards if they have experienced something similar.Links to this episode's stories:Woman barricaded herself and set home on fire after sex attacks by Bristol bus driverBristol's darts star Chris Mason on going to prison, how his life was saved and why he should have been world championIf you'd like to follow us or any of the reporters featured in today's episode, here are the links:Inside Bristol Live: @IBLpodcastHost Alex Ballinger: @ambhackNeil Maggs: @NeilMaggs2Sian David: @SianldavidMichael Yong: @Michael_YongMost people who are thinking of taking their own life have shown warning signs beforehand.These can include becoming depressed, showing sudden changes in behaviour, talking about wanting to die and feelings of hopelessness.These feelings do improve and can be treated.If you are concerned about someone, or need help yourself, please contact the Samaritans on 116 123.If you know someone who has been a victim of a child sexual abuse, you can ring the NSPCC at 0808 800 5000 . If you are under 18, ring 0800 1111. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices