Topex News

09/18/2021

The best bits of Series 1 of Hot Topex, featuring TV star Verona Rose, Welsh reggae singer Aleighcia Scott, and sustainable food brand Bijimini Spices...

Watch here to fill your day with laughs and smiles:
https://youtu.be/EVMQvB5Dca4

We've reached the end of Series 1 of Hot Topex! Watch the best-voted bits of our debut season, featuring Aleighcia Scott, Bijimini Crickets and the hilarious...

09/17/2021

We’ve reached the end of Series 1 of Hot Topex! 😱

Don’t worry, we’re not going anywhere and we’ll be back very soon!

In the meantime, it’s time to reminisce and see the best bits of the show so far. A special episode featuring TV presenter Verona Rose, sustainable food brand Bijimini Spices, & Welsh reggae singer Aleighcia Scott...

Hit the link here to have a watch! https://youtu.be/EVMQvB5Dca4

09/08/2021

🧙‍♂️For all who love Harry Potter, or those who just love films in general, you *have* to watch Chris Rankin's interview on Hot Topex.

The actor revealed what it was like to play the role of Percy Weasley, as well as how he coped throughout lockdown.

Didn't see it and want to? Hit the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1U7yJwT4nMI&t=1s

09/07/2021

👨‍🏫It was superb to hear from primary school teacher Joel Hopkins, who told us what it's like to be a man in education and how he feels the word 'man' should be interpreted.

Miss his interview on Hot Topex and want to give it a watch? Hit the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1U7yJwT4nMI&t=1s

09/07/2021

🚨 In case you missed it:

This week on Hot Topex, we were joined by famous Harry Potter actor Chris Rankin, who talked all about his role as Percy Weasley in all eight films, and how he struggled to detach from the character...

We also had the fabulously talented and fearsome drag queen that is Gina Grigio, who explained what it's like to work in the drag industry...

And primary school teacher Joel Hopkins joined us in the studio
to discuss what it’s like to be a man in education.

You simply *have* to watch this episode, and you can, here:
https://youtu.be/1U7yJwT4nMI

Back for more ‘Hot Topex’ are you? Well, we’re delighted to have you with us again. This week on the show…For all the patient Harry Potter fans waiting on Pl...

09/06/2021

💃Gina Grigio, a fabulously fearsome drag queen, joined us in the Hot Topex studio this week for some drag trivia!

Do you want to find out who won, or want to see Gina's performance but haven't had the chance to watch the episode yet? Catch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1U7yJwT4nMI&t=1s

09/04/2021

🚨 Now set to premiere at 6pm tonight: Episode Six of Hot Topex!

For all the patient Harry Potter fans waiting on Platform 9 ¾, we have the film franchise’s very own Chris Rankin, who talks all about his role as Percy Weasley in all eight films. He also reveals how life has changed throughout the pandemic for those in the acting industry.

Hot Topex presenter Jake O’Neill sits down with Joel Hopkins, a primary school teacher of three years, who discusses what it’s like to be a man in education. He talks all about his strong desire to be a positive role model to all his students, and to prove to them they can achieve whatever they want to in life.

And we’ve got the fabulous Gina Grigio, a drag queen, who’s ‘not to be underestimated, and a fearsome performer indeed’, according to our very own Jake. Gina told us about online performances throughout lockdown, and how she proved wrong a rude drag queen from a date a few years ago. We’ve also got some drag trivia with a make-shift buzzer!

Make sure to watch until the end for a surprise new presenter. Hint – he’s a lot shorter and younger than Jake! Peachie, Cris and the brilliant Isaac watch some kid-friendly influencers.

Set a reminder and head to our YouTube channel for 6pm ⏰🎥

https://youtu.be/1U7yJwT4nMI

09/03/2021

🚨JOIN US AT 6PM...

🤩Because Hot Topex is just getting better and better! Tonight we've got Harry Potter's very own Chris Rankin on the show - he played Percy Weasley in the films...

🌟We also welcome the amazing drag queen that is Gina Grigio, and the brilliant Joel Hopkins from Men in Education.

🎥Subscribe to our YouTube channel to never miss an episode: http://youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

09/02/2021

🔮Harry Potter fans, it's time to get excited, because this week we've got actor Chris Rankin on the show! He discusses what it was like to play the role of Percy Weasley in the films...

💃We've also got the amazing drag queen Gina Grigio...

📚And last but not least, Joel Hopkins from Men in Education.

⏰Set your reminders and get ready for 6pm on Friday. You don't want to miss it!

09/01/2021

🙌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Ragsy, a Welsh singer-songwriter and ex-contestant of the Voice UK, was absolutely amazing when he joined us in the studio.

Not only did he discuss his exciting new music, he also performed a song for us as a Hot Topex exclusive! Didn't see and still want to? Hit the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK1lMlmPQbM

08/31/2021

🇧🇪🌟It was really interesting to hear from Chioma - all about what it's like to be an influencer in Belgium, a country that's not as accustomed to the influencer scene as the UK is.

If you missed her interview on Hot Topex and would like to give it a watch, you still can, here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK1lMlmPQbM

08/30/2021

😋🦗It looks like the crew (particularly Jake! 😂) really enjoyed the cajun cricket seasoning from Bijimini Spices, a new brand from Wiltshire embarking on a food sustainability adventure.

If you missed the 'cook and try' session on Hot Topex, make sure to give it a watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK1lMlmPQbM

08/28/2021

🎤 🤩 The Voice UK star Ragsy joined us on Hot Topex this week... As did Belgian fashion influencer Chioma and sustainable food brand Bijimini Spices.

Our presenters went and tried some spiced crickets (yes, the insect!) and their reactions were priceless! As were our interviewees Ragsy and Chioma who inspired us with their answers.

If you didn't catch the live premiere of the show, you can watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK1lMlmPQbM

This week on Hot Topex...- Your hosts, Niamh and Cristian, chat to Belgian fashion influencer Chioma about the secrets of social media. What really is this i...

08/27/2021

⭐ PREMIERING AT 6PM!

This week we're joined by some truly brilliant guests:
Voice UK star Ragsy, fashion influencer Chioma, and food sustainability entrepreneur Luke Craven.

Join us by subscribing to the Hot Topex channel on YouTube and watching any time after 6pm tonight.

Hit the link to subscribe! www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/27/2021

🚨⏰ TONIGHT AT 6PM:

Ragsy, a Welsh singer-songwriter who featured on the Voice UK, joins us in the studio.

An entrepreneur is trying to change the protein food world with spiced crickets... Jack Rea gives them a try in a Hot Topex exclusive.

And we chat to Chioma, a Belgian influencer, about the secrets of social media.

Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube to ensure you don't miss out 🙂

🔗 www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/26/2021

💥 Get ready for Friday at 6pm, because this week we've got...

🎤 Ragsy, a Welsh singer-songwriter who featured on Season 2 of the BBC's Voice UK, speaking all about his new single...

🦗 A food entrepreneur from Wiltshire who's made a new product for the protein market - spiced crickets. It might sound strange, but our very own Jack Rea gave them a try...

🇧🇪 And last but not least, Chioma, a fashion influencer from Belgium, chats to us about her journey on social media.

👉 Make sure to subscribe to the Topex News channel on YouTube to ensure you don't miss out!

🔗 www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/25/2021

⭐ It was incredible to welcome Verona Rose - a TV star famous for Secret Crush, 8 Out Of 10 Cats & Celebrity Come Dine With Me - to the Hot Topex studio last week, albeit via a Zoom call!

Missed her interview on the show and still want to catch it? Hit the link below!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjMklXmFSV4

08/24/2021

🇳🇬🎤 We were lucky enough to have the incredibly talented Nigerian hip-hop and afrobeat star Dr. Barz on Hot Topex!

Not seen Episode 4 of the show yet and want to have a watch? Head to the Topex News channel on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/23/2021

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🤩 The truly amazing Tori Lyons, an actress/comedian from South Wales, revealed to us on Hot Topex the reasons why she ended up turning to comedy just years after wanting to avoid it all costs...

Didn't see Episode 4 of the show but still want to? Not to fear! You can have a watch by clicking the link below...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjMklXmFSV4

08/22/2021

😲 If you haven't heard of Welsh hip-hop sensation Charlie J yet you NEED to watch his interview and performance on Hot Topex.

He was such a brilliant guest, full of energy and so much fun to have in the studio!

Haven't seen Episode 4 and still want to? Hit the link ⤵️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjMklXmFSV4

08/20/2021

ITV2 Secret Crush host Verona Rose joined us on Hot Topex this week... As did Nigerian hip-hop sensation Dr Barz, Welsh actress Tori Lyons and music producer Charlie J.

All four gave brilliant answers to our presenters' questions and we're so excited for you to be inspired by every single one of them!

If you didn't catch the live premiere of the show, you can watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjMklXmFSV4

This week on Hot Topex...- Cristián chats to Nigerian hip-hop and afrobeat sensation Dr Barz, a huge star in his home country, about the inspirations behind ...

08/20/2021

🤩 PREMIERING AT 6PM!

This week we’re joined by a whole host of special guests: Secret Crush host Verona Rose, hip-hop stars Charlie J & Dr Barz and actress/comedian Tori Lyons 🌟

Join us by subscribing to the Hot Topex YouTube channel and watching any time from 6pm this evening!

🔗 The link to subscribe is right here: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/20/2021

🚨 TONIGHT AT 6PM:

We're joined by the host of ITV 2's Secret Crush, Verona Rose, as well as the amazing Dr. Barz, hip hop sensation Charlie J, and talented actress Tori Lyons.

Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to make sure you never miss an episode: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/19/2021

Hands up who's excited for the next episode of Hot Topex? 🙋‍♂️

We welcomed Tori Lyons, Charlie J, Dr. Barz, and Verona Rose to the show this week and we can't wait to share with you some of the amazing things they've been up to!

Streaming live on YouTube at 6pm on Friday. You don't want to miss it! Subscribe to the channel now so you never miss a show!

http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVDlmBVH3GdlLVjMAVPhcg?sub_confirmation=1

08/18/2021

08/18/2021

😍 Jazz music, a cute dog, and what seems to be an extraordinary life in New York - what more could you want?

Our very own Jack Rea chatted away to this brilliant pair from Gotham Yardbird Sanctuary on Episode 3 of Hot Topex!

Make sure to give it a watch if you missed it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aemZGzj-QfU&t=62s

08/16/2021

🤩 We had the most talented Welsh reggae musicians in the studio this week! If you haven't heard of Aleighcia Scott and Sam 'Chip' Huelin until now, you NEED to check them out!

If you haven't seen Episode 3 of Hot Topex yet make sure to have a watch to see Aleighcia's interview, performance, and much more!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aemZGzj-QfU&t=62s

08/14/2021

🎣 Our very own Jake O'Neill went on a little bit of a fishing adventure in Episode 3 of Hot Topex, meeting up with some of Cardiff's finest to find out the secrets of the trade.

Missed it and want to have watch? Click this link! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aemZGzj-QfU&t=62s

08/13/2021

🚨🔥 PREMIERING RIGHT NOW!

Head to our YouTube channel now to be one of the first to see Episode 3 of Hot Topex featuring Welsh reggae singer Aleighcia Scott and guitarist Sam 'Chip' Huelin!

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aemZGzj-QfU

08/13/2021

ICYMI: Hot Topex is back TONIGHT! Set your reminders for our YouTube premiere at 6pm because this is going to be a gooden!

From Welsh reggae singers to New York jazz to fishermen stories to influencers, Episode 3 has it all.