S2E7 - Pending with Alex Francis

Barbie has been the biggest and arguably the most important film of the year. In this episode Michele Meek tells me her perspective on the film and about her article 'Barbie and My Midlife Crisis'. To read the article: barbie-midlife-crisis-older-women-aging I also had a great chat with Rosie May Knapp, a good friend and fellow journalist, about our take on the film. Michele's Instagram - @michele_meek Rosies Instagram - @rosiekjourno Pending Instagram - @pendingthepodcast

It's been a successful year for Vivas after selling out shows and supporting icons Def Leppard and Motley Crue. Tyler spoke to me about how the band got to where they are now and the behind the scenes of their journey. Vivas Instagram - @vivasbanduk Listen to their new song 'Bittersweet' Podcast Instagram -  @pendingthepodcast  Email me with guest ideas - [email protected]

This episode I spoke to Dan Cadwallander, a very talented singer and song writer. We spoke about his experiences performing, his friendship and musical connection with his band and his embarrassing drunken stories All pictures talked about in this episode will be on the podcast Instagram - @pendingthepodcast Follow Daz - @dazcadwallander Stream 'see you in the afterglow' July 28th.

Mel Kelly from Safe Gigs for Women told me about the important work the organisation does to prevent or intervene with sexual abuse at gigs, festivals and events. We talk about the techniques they use, the change since the me too movement and what we would like to see in the future. TW- Sexual abuse is spoken about in this episode. Follow the SGFW Instagram - @safegigs4women Follow the Podcast - @pendingthepodcast Follow me - @Aaliyah_dublin Email me - [email protected] Visit the Website - https://pendingthepod.wixsite.com/home

This episode me and cohosts Rosie Knapp and Amy Varley spoke to Rob Hirst. Rob is the music enthusiast behind the company fansforbands which promotes musicians and bands. As well as this, Rob has a record label and has been in his own band. His experience and incite makes for a great chat. Follow Rob - @fansforbandsuk Follow the Podcast - @pendingthepodcast Email the Podcast - [email protected] Website - https://pendingthepod.wixsite.com/home

In this episode I get to hear about musician, Alex Francis’ thoughts on his music career and what it means to be a musician. Alex shares some great stories from his career as well as some heart warming family moments. Listen to his new single ‘Say it ain’t so, Joe’ - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0aJPoUxg99e5iOzIdWxpUa?si=UExPAU1YRXWWczOJP-mPjg&dd=1 Follow Alex on Instagram - @alexfrancismusic Follow the podcast on Instagram - @pendingthepodcast. Get in touch, tell me your thoughts or guest ideas - [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode please give the podcast a 5 star rating!

Jack Flynn talks to me about his band Floodhounds and their recent single 'Psychosemantics'. We also talk about Jack's time at school, his photography and the bands experiences so far. Follow the band's Youtube and Instagram - @FloodHounds Vote for Floodhounds to play at Tramlines 2023 www.tramlines.org.uk/vote Follow the Podcast - @Pendingthepodcast Follow me - @aaliyah_dublin

I was joined by Sheffield United player Charley Docherty who gave me an insight into her life on and off the pitch. Follow Charley - @charleydocherty_ Follow the team - @sufc_women Follow me - @aaliyah_dublin @pendingthepodcast The website - https://pendingthepod.wixsite.com/home?fbclid=PAAabOJZLNeVwrSGybXEuQNAhkgAt-3eXaBeHzOA4nWG7yhwkIQMYhA80qlHE Tickets for Floodhounds band at Sidney and Matilda https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/floodhounds/floodhounds-live-at-sidney-matilda-sheffield/e-edgpdg

Me and actress Andreagaia spoke about her new sky cinema film I Viaggiatori. She told me some of her fun stories as well as pointing out some important aspects of the film. Instagram - @andreagaiawlderk @pendingthepodcast @aaliyah_dublin email - [email protected] let me know what you think of the podcast and email me with guest ideas!

I spoke to Eleanor (EFB Productions) about her entry into the film industry and what it’s like for beginners. Watch the video https://youtu.be/NgMJdMNe7ZY Follow us ig @pendingthepodcast @efbproductions tiktok @pendingthepodcast email me [email protected] visit the website pendingthepod.wixsite.com/home