Ok - what just happened? And why does it actually matter? Kirsty Grant and Jonelle Awomoyi are here to give the news more flavour, serving up the need-to-know details with just the right amount of sauce. We break down the week’s hottest stories, cut through the noise of social media to get to the truth, and throw in a big dollop of pop-culture, laughs and behind-the-scenes intrigue.
Ok - what just happened? And why does it actually matter? Kirsty Grant and Jonelle Awomoyi are here to give the news more flavour, serving up the need-to-know details with just the right amount of sauce. We break down the week’s hottest stories, cut through the noise of social media to get to the truth, and throw in a big dollop of pop-culture, laughs and behind-the-scenes intrigue.
Kirsty and Jordan answer your results questions…
If you or someone you know has found out how they got on in their exams - then this episode is for you.
We’ll guide you though your next steps as exam results land for students in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Plus BBC Education correspondent Hazel Shearing answers all of your questions.
You can listen to the latest episode of Reliable Sauce anytime on your smart speaker by asking Alexa for “Reliable Sauce on BBC Sounds”. Producers: Keiligh Baker, Julie Ball and Natasha Fernandes | Editor: Ben Mundy | Senior News Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith.
00:00 We’re in the “celebrity” newsroom 01:05 Live on TikTok 04:00 Dealing with nerves 05:10 What’s a grade boundary? 06:25 Kirsty brings the “2000 vibes” 07:00 Covid’s lasting impact on learning 08:00 Exam results day explained 09:20 All you need to know about clearing 11:05 What if I just miss my grades? 12:00 How to re-do your exams 13:00 How do I cope with a feeling of failure? 15:05 Kirsty and Jordan share their exam experience 18:30 Accommodation recommendations 21:45 Need more help? Here’s what to do