Our special guest this episode is the inspiring emergency medicine doctor Kelly Ameneshoa, who works in a busy London A&E department. She talks candidly about the key issues we face right now, including PPE, the large and disproportionate number of black and minority ethnic people affected by coronavirus, and community volunteering. Kelly also tells us…

In this episode, we talk all things art and isolation with the wonderful Karen Ashton, founder of the Art Car Boot Fair. And Dr Hannah answers an important question about what parents should do if their child falls ill. Producer Russ also gets involved, telling us about the solace he’s been taking from birdsong on…

In this episode, we talk to personal trainer Gaby Browne who gives a moving account of how her life has been transformed during the coronavirus crisis. As her business slowed down, she applied for a job in a local funeral home, and says it has given her a refreshing perspective both on the pandemic and…

We talk with Dr Ben Ford in more detail about coronavirus in intensive care, organ support and what it means, also the importance of advanced care planning. And some light relief: the rise of the pub quiz. Dr Rachel Clarke’s excellent article:‘Do not resuscitate’ orders have caused panic in the UK. Here is the truthhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/apr/08/do-not-resuscitate-orders-caused-panic-uk-truth…

We debate opening windows, the controversial topic of facemasks, and hear from 83-year-old family friend Gloria Jenkins in Cardiff about how she is coping with self-isolation. Links and references: National Theatre Live (youtube and free!)https://www.youtu Tristan Barlow and Agi Katz Yoga Dynamicshttps://www.facebook.com/tayogadynamics/ Articles about facemasks Michael Klompas et al: Universal Masking in Hospitals in the…

We look at active ways to overcome pandemic fears and anxiety, by turning your mind to more nourishing ideas, and we talk to yoga instructor Ciara Watson, who has rapidly transferred her yoga studio online to comply with social distancing rules. Our references: COVID-19 Symptom Tracker apphttps://covid.joinzoe.com/ Joe Wicks onlinehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ Jane Fonda workoutshttps://www.janefonda.com/workout/ The Yoga…

We hear from some of Tilly’s friends about their experiences and coping mechanisms, and discuss ideas to combat anxiety and actively manage your mental health in this age of uncertainty. Articles   Tchiki Davis: Think Positive: 11 ways to boost positive thinking https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/click-here-happiness/201803/think-positive-11-ways-boost-positive-thinking     Podcasts   Elizabeth Day: How to Fail featuring Mo Gawdat…

In this episode, Tilly and Hannah answer more questions and interview Dr Ben Ford, an intensive care doctor, about his experiences on the frontline and the importance of self-isolation to halt the spread of coronavirus and protect the vulnerable.

Tilly and Hannah talk more about Coronavirus, how it makes us feel, and how it will impact our everyday lives.  Thank you for listening.  Please send us any thoughts or questions: questions@coronacast.co.uk

In this pilot episode, Hannah and her daughter Tilly introduce themselves and talk about some of the coronavirus basics. Please send all your questions, comments and feedback to questions@coronacast.co.uk.