Penis coffins, cycling, and Harbour Fest

On this week's episode of the Bristol Live podcast, we talk to reporter Bronwen Weatherby about the divided response she received to a piece that puts her experience at the forefront.Bron steps into the Inside Bristol Live studio to talk about her article and why she is afraid to cycle in Bristol. Her article triggered a very unexpected response, with many people praising her while others suggested she should not have written about her experience. Bron explores audience reaction, the risk of putting yourself in the firing line when writing, and why someone referred to her as a 'female journalist.'  Also on this week's episode, Bristol Live reporter Joe Smith talks us through a pretty weird weekend on the job.The weekend shifts on a news website are a little different to the rest of the week, so Joe takes us through the a day in the life of a reporter when most people are enjoying some time off. He also talks us through some stories, including a dinosaur disappointment and a penis coffin.  And finally, What's On reporter looks forward to another massive summer event in the city - Bristol Harbour Festival 2018.The city centre will be awash with food, music and maritime events this weekend, so Robin talks us through the event and treats us to more of his musical stylings.  Links to this episode's stories:Opinion: This is why I'm too scared to cycle in BristolAbuse, catcalls and near misses: what being a female cyclist in Bristol is really likeCycling should be open to all, but fewer women ride bikes due to dangers and sexismDino-sore: families 'disgusted' after 'dinosaur day' found to be lacking in dinosaursFormer porn star and election candidate Johnny Rockard fundraising to pay for a 6ft penis-shaped coffin for his funeralIf 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: @ambhackRobin Murray: @Rob_Murray92Joe Smith: @JowsefSmithBronwen Weatherby: @BronWeatherby For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices