Charlotte Roszko

Hello! I'm Charlotte Roszko, a freelance journalist, radio presenter and lover of all things creative.

I am currently a presenter for Radio Wirral (Sunday 10pm-1am). I also have experience in presenting at events, having previously hosted on-stage at the Folk on the Dock Festival. I was a social media presenter at the Liverpool Film Festival 2018.

I am a 2020 MA International Journalism graduate with an undergraduate degree in human geography.

I have completed work experience placements at the BBC and Liverpool Echo.
Metro •

What it feels like... to have a fear of being sick

My worst nightmare is being sick or seeing other people vomit My worst nightmare is being sick or seeing other people vomit One of the worst panic attacks I’ve ever had came as a result of seeing someone throw up near me on a train in July 2017. I was alone on a short journey home after a fun evening with some friends when I suddenly looked around and saw that a man who was sitting across from me had been sick. My instant thought was that I needed to get away from it as fast as I could. I fe
Empoword Journalism •

Who are the contenders for the 2020 Christmas number one?

The countdown to Christmas Day is well and truly on and so is the race to Christmas number one. Claiming the top spot of the charts at Christmas is an iconic achievement that has been held by artists such as Queen, The Beatles, and Whitney Houston. Here are some of the favourites to top the charts this Christmas. YouTube star LadBaby is looking to make history, aiming for a hat-trick of consecutive festive number one hits. The comedian, Mark Hoyle, has dominated the top spot for the past two y
lappthebrand •

It's Time to Stop Glamourising Mental Illness

Mental illness and popular media have at times had a complicated relationship. The representation of mental illness has varied from stigmatising to glamourized, but recent events that have hit headlines highlight a need to consider the impact of representations and discussions of mental illness. As a musician, Kanye West has produced critically acclaimed albums that have earned him 21 Grammy awards. He is also a businessman, a fashion designer, a husband and a father. Recently, however, these a
The Unedit •

Life Lessons in Lockdown: What I Discovered About My Mental Health During A Global Pandemic —

To say that the last few months has been difficult would be an understatement. I know the word unprecedented is perhaps seen as overused, but there really is no other way to describe the impact that the devasting COVID-19 pandemic has had on the world. Pre-lockdown, I was always a worrier and an expert at overthinking. I also took everything way too seriously, much to the detriment of my own happiness. I also spent much of my teens and early twenties consumed by mental illnesses, and although lo
online platform for Students and Graduates •

Mental Health at University —

Mental illness is something that has impacted my life in more ways than I can accurately articulate. For a very long time, I felt defined by my illnesses. I felt like I was boxed into this world of labels and diagnoses, and I didn’t know my identity outside of this. However, I am currently a Master’s Student and this is not something that I ever thought I be able to do. I want to show people that you are capable of far more than you realise, and that mental illness does not define you or what yo
The Indiependent •

Theatre News: The Furlough Scheme Will Not Be Extended For The Theatre Industry

Rishi Sunak has announced that the theatre and creative industries will not receive an extension to the government’s furlough scheme. The furlough scheme helps employers pay staff that are unable to work due to the pandemic, but it will not be extended for individual sectors in need. In September, employers must pay 10% of the wages of furloughed employees, increasing to 20% in October. The Chancellor of the Exchequer told BBC Breakfast: “The government has helped pay wages for eight months. T
The Indiependent •

Theatre News: Theatre Café Announces August Reopening

London’s award-winning Theatre Café have confirmed they will be re-opening their doors in August. The café is to return with an initial ‘soft-launch’; a one-day trial re-opening from 11am until 4pm on 1st August. Safety measures have been put into place to protect staff and customers, including Perspex screens around the counter, hand sanitising stations and social distancing. Outdoor seating will also be on offer alongside the regular indoor table space. Orders will be able to be placed on t
The Indiependent •

Tyra Banks confirmed as new ‘Dancing With The Stars’ host

Supermodel and businesswoman Tyra Banks has been announced as the new host and executive producer of Dancing with the Stars. Tyra will be the first solo host in the show’s history, taking over from Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews, who both revealed their departure from the show this week via Twitter. The role adds to Tyra Banks’ illustrious career, spanning over three decades and across numerous areas including modelling, acting, presenting, and producing. After beginning her career as a supermo
The Indiependent •

Theatre News: A Win For Theatre At Time Out’s Time In Awards

London’s theatres have been recognised by Time Out’s ‘Time In Awards’ for keeping the nation entertained throughout lockdown. The National Theatre At Home series has secured the top spot, as the “cultural initiative that made life worth living” during lockdown. The National Theatre have been broadcasting weekly cinema-quality recordings of sell-out plays, streamed for free via YouTube. Fans have enjoyed stellar performances from stars such as Benedict Cumberbatch, James Corden and Tom Hiddlest