Marcus Ryder MBE and Head of Bectu Philippa Childs step into the Bectu Pod to discuss racism behind the scenes of UK film & TV. During the episode they delve deeper into the rationale behind the Race to be heard campaign. And they answer the all important question - Do we really need another independent body?

The #BectuPod gives you the skinny on what’s going on in Bectu. Hosts Naomi Bennett-Johnson and Henry Skewes work in the Bectu comms team. You can DM them on any of the Bectu social media channels to have your say on who steps into the pod next.

We spoke to Yann Allsopp and Jess Glaisher for the first episode of The Bectu Pod about their work organising the Bectu LGBT+ Committee, how they celebrate pride all year round and why Bectu members should get involved with the committee.

Phillipa Childs speaks on File On 4 'Acts of Abuse' BBC Radio 4 programme about the steps Bectu is taking to tackle sexual harassment and bullying in Film and TV following a joint survey that reveals how endemic abuse is in the industry.

Head of Bectu Philippa Childs speaks to Adrian Chiles on 5 Live (3/06/2021) on our call for a Right to Disconnect for all workers.

Emma Mamo, Head of Workplace Wellbeing at Mind, talks about advice for individuals and employers on looking after yourelselves and managing others.

In this podcast we will look at 5 ways to wellbeing, and how we can use this as a framework to staying well. Some tips and hints as ever, and useful links below for further support and reading.

Free activities to help get fit - https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/free-fitness-ideas/

Getting active with a disability - https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/get-active-with-a-disability/

Getting Started with Exercise - https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/

The Open University Free Courses - https://www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses/full-catalogue

Raising Self Esteem - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/tips-and-support/raise-low-self-esteem/

Mig Burgess, Lighting Technician, Lighting Designer and Lecturer, discusses the impact of the pandemic on the live events and entertainments sector and some of the key issues face by workers who suffer from mental health.

Lucy Tallon of the Film and TV Charity talks about the role the charity takes in support of people across the film and television sector and the impact of the pandemic and their future work.