Join comedians and authors Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd in their Weirdos Book Club - a space for the lonely outsider to feel accepted and appreciated. Assisted by their comedian and writer friends, each week they’ll discuss a book that is special, stimulating and y’know – weird. Welcome to your new book club! Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to pre-order here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is p ...
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Join Alex as he chats all things ADHD with a variety of guests. The chats are unfiltered, unedited and unpredictable and they will give you the wisdom you need to live your best ADHD life. This podcast aims to make you feel less alone and to remind you that you're not broken, just different and that you have always been enough. Brand new shiny episode released every Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Comedian Sara Pascoe turns her attention to things that really matter to humans – sex, power and money. In this podcast series, Sara interviews people who have experience around sex work, stripping and porn. As an accompaniment to her book Sex Power Money, this series allows people who are so often talked about to speak for themselves, as well as exploring the history of whore stigma, the ramifications of our current laws around selling sex and the overt racism found in porn. Sara Pascoe is ...
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Big name interviews, and a weekly fix of Friends Round Friday, all in one place! Zoe speaks to some of the world’s most loved movie stars, singer-songwriters, performers, and all-round icons in special one-off interviews exclusive to the Breakfast Show. Plus, there’s all the best bits from a fabulous trio of showbiz guests on Friends Round Friday.
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Want to become a published author? Are you in need of some inspiration from other writers? How did they turn their passion into a paying job? The Pen to Print and Write On! Audio podcasts are for everyone in the writing community by showcasing work, offering advice, news and views. Based in east London, contribute to Write On! Magazine, Write On! Extra or Write On! Audio. Take part online with Pen to Print's FREE programme of creative writing, poetry, screenwriting, playwriting classes or en ...
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Hello I’m Sophie Ellis-Bextor and this is my new series Spinning Plates where I speak to busy working women, who also happen to be mothers, about how they make it work. I am a singer and have released 7 albums in-between having my 5 sons who are aged between 1 and 16 so I spin a few plates myself. Being a mother can be the most amazing thing.. but it can also be hard to find time for yourself and your own ambitions. I want to be a bit nosy and see how other people balance everything. Join me ...
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Radio show chaired by David Mitchell and is described in the programme's introduction as "the panel game built on truth and lies." The object of the game is to lie on a subject, whilst also trying to include the truth without being detected.
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Acclaimed, chart-topping podcast comedy kings Peacock and Gamble plough their own unique radio furrow, live each week on Fubar. They'll be talking to big name guests from the world of comedy, and tackling the big subjects: goldfish, movie gaffes and death.
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The Henley Festival Podcast - exclusive interviews from acts, artists comedy starts and singers who have appeared at the festival, such as Spice Girl Melanie C, Geno Washington, Russell Kane, Stephen K Amos.
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For many performers, their biggest fears is that people will find the creative writing they produced when they were younger. Early poetry, short stories, song lyrics, scripts and more shouldn't stay hidden in shoe boxes in our parents' house or in password protected folders on our laptops. It’s time we monetised that shame and gave those pieces the public outing our 15 year old selves would’ve wanted. Each week a guest brings something they wrote in their adolescence to be discussed and co-a ...
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What Women* Want is a comedy conversation podcast where comedians talk about, and find the funny in, the misadventures, misunderstandings and misogyny involved in being a woman. Hosted by Amy Annette and featuring different comedians and topics each time. (Contains little to no Mel Gibson) Upcoming guests in the series include; Rose Matafeo, Sara Pascoe, Lolly Adefope, Aisling Bea, Desiree Burch, Josie Long, Mae Martin, Bisha K Ali, Nish Kumar, James Acaster, Phil Wang and many more... Recor ...
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Series of interviews in which broadcasters follow their personal passions by talking to the people whose stories interest them most
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Award-winning comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward, with team captains Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Michael Legge and amazing special guests. In it, two teams work out the right thing to do in strange scenarios and scary situations which range from the everyday to the weird and extreme. Don't feel you have to start at the beginning - we'd suggest you start with the most recent series then work backwards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sara Pascoe is a stand up comedian who I particularly love. She now has two little boys after a long period of trying for a baby, including IVF. She spoke honestly to me about how she can remember being in a liminal head space for a long time while trying for a baby, and acknowledges she was 'horribly spiky' about parenthood before she had her boys…
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Friends Round Friday... with Damian Lewis, Sara Pascoe and James Norton
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There’s talk of herding sheep… the comedian’s group chat… and late night phone calls!By BBC Radio 2
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Bitesize: Sara Pascoe & husband share ADHD marriage survival tips
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Legendary comedian, Sara Pascoe & comedian husband, Steen Raskopoulos, share how ADHD shows up in their marriage and how they cope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bitesize: 3 Vital Lessons on RSD, Medication & ADHD management (From A Late Diagnosed ADHD Woman)
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Kat Brown is the author of 'It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult'. Buy Kat's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Its-Not-Bloody-Trend-Understanding/dp/1472148703 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Christmas Wish-tastrophe by Cariad Lloyd with Cariad Lloyd and Susan Cahill
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This week's book guest is The Christmas Wish-tastrophe by Cariad Lloyd. Sara and Cariad are joined by fellow author Dr Susan Cahill with her own children's book The World Between The Rain to discuss magic, fairies, grief, nature, emotions and portals. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! The Christmas Wish-tastrophe is available…
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Swear jars, Princess Diana and Robert De Niro singing… the world famous comedian pops by to talk about his new psychological thriller ‘Before’ and ‘When Harry Met Sally’. This is when Zoe met Billy!By BBC Radio 2
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Writing Tips from Journalist and Novelist Alan Rhode
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our November writing tips are from journalist and novelist Alan Rhode Born in Genoa, on the north-west coast of Italy, Alan spent many years in the more hectic Milan before moving to London, where he wrote his first novel The Eagle and the …
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The No.1 ADHD Expert: How To Master Your ADHD - Dr Ned Hallowell
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Dr Ned Hallowell is a Harvard educated psychiatrist, author, and the world's No.1 authority on ADHD. Today he shares how you can master your ADHD without medication, beat RSD, manage addiction, improve sleep, make better connections, stop intrusive thoughts, and so much more! Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:01 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:52 Ned…
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Hollie McNish is a poet who tours the country performing her poems. She says the whole of the UK is full of amazing theatres and bookshops. I love Hollie's writing, the way she looks at motherhood, and how she always stand up for her small person, which I feel is empowering for them both. I was delighted when she offered to read one of my favourite…
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Bitesize: The origins of RSD & how to conquer it
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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) plagues many people with RSD. Dr Samantha Hiew PhD, founder of ADHD Girls and a neurodiversity and ADHD expert, explains where RSD comes from and how you can manage it effectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Friends Round Friday… with Hugh Bonneville, Alex Hassell and Ellie Taylor
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Hugh jets off to Peru... or does he? Alex reveals more than we bargained for and Ellie’s baby goes wild!By BBC Radio 2
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Ordinary Time by Cathy Rentzenbrink with Cathy Rentzenbrink
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This week's book guest is Ordinary Time by Cathy Rentzenbrink. Sara and Cariad are joined by the writer and Sunday Times bestseller Cathy Rentzenbrink. Her books include Everyone is Still Alive, Write It All Down and The Last Act of Love which was also shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize. In this episode they discuss Jane Austen, affairs, quiet…
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Horror movies, tequila shots and mischief… an unmissable interview with the legendary Hugh Grant!By BBC Radio 2
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After her GUTS World Tour arrives on Netflix, there's another chance to hear Zoe's interview with the Grammy-winning pop star from August 2023!By BBC Radio 2
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5 Simple Tricks to HACK Your ADHD - Dr James Kustow
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Dr James Kustow is a leading London-based Consultant Psychiatrist and a trained integrative psychotherapist, working in one of the few specialist NHS Adult ADHD services in the capital. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:09 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:53 ADHD item reveal 04:21 Is there a displacement of energy in someone with ADHD in which they us…
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Steph Douglas is a mum of three who founded the gift company Don't Buy Her Flowers ten years ago. I’m a repeat customer of the website when I want to send a friend some TLC if they don’t live round the corner. Steph explained how the idea for her company came about when she received 8 well-meant bouquets following the birth of her first child - and…
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Bitesize: 3 ADHD Strategies To Unlock “God Mode Productivity” - Dr Alex George
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Dr Alex George, the UK's mental health ambassador, shares his 3 tips to thrive with ADHD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Friends Round Friday... with Josh Widdicombe, Richard Ayoade and Jacob Collier
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There’s poems that don’t rhyme… a jam to Jingle Bells… and an honest review of Rob Beckett’s new hairstyle!By BBC Radio 2
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The Elsie Drake Letters by Robert Popper with Robert Popper
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This week's book guest is The Elsie Drake Letters by Robert Popper. Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary comedy writer, producer and actor Robert Popper who's worked on everything from Look Around You to Friday Night Dinner, Peep Show and Stath Lets Flats. In this episode they discuss bananas, the King, Potsy the hedgehog, stamps and the Pope. T…
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The Seren Poetry Podcast: Write On! Audio and Friends
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print For this month’s Write On! Audio and friends podcast we’re featuring The Seren Poetry Podcast. Seren is Wales’ leading independent literary publisher, specialising in English-language writing from Wales for over forty years. With a list spa…
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"Fitting in is BORING!" - Amy Spalding Dissects Late ADHD Diagnosis
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Amy is best known as the breakout star from BBC’s groundbreaking queer reality show I Kissed a Girl. Today, she brutally opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis, and shares the many realisations she's had along the way. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:01 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:29 ADHD item reveal 03:53 So, a question that might have some la…
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Ashley James is a presenter and DJ who first made her name appearing briefly in Made in Chelsea. On instagram @ashleylouisejames has a huge following amongst 25-35 year old women and she frequently posts about being a mum of two little ones, and about other women's issues. Originally from the North East, you would never know that from Ashley's acce…
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Friends Round Friday... with Rick Astley, Daisy May Cooper and Peter Capaldi!
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It’s another Friends Round Friday… Rick’s saying NEVER… Daisy’s getting witchy… and Peter’s putting the bins out.By BBC Radio 2
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This week's book guest is One's Company by Ashley Hutson. Sara and Cariad discuss Red Dwarf, safe places, connection in novels, self care and Creed from The Office. Trigger warning: This episode contains references to death, suicide and assault. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! One's Company is available to buy here. Tickets…
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Del Boy, Jack Frost, Granville, Pop Larkin… Sir David Jason is responsible for some of the most iconic TV characters. He joins Zoe for a chat about his legendary on-screen career, and his brand new memoir ‘This Time Next Year: A Life Of Positive Thinking’.By BBC Radio 2
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"Bucket Lanterns" by Anya Wikramanayake: Write On! Audio Poem of The Month
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our October Poem of the Month is “Bucket Lanterns” by Anya Wikramanayake read by Sally Walker Taylor. This poem was originally featured on the podcast in November 2021 and you can find out more by reading this Write On! Showcase from then h…
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EXCLUSIVE: Martine McCutcheon dissects ADHD diagnosis for the first time
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Martine McCutcheon is an actress, best known for her roles in Eastenders & Love Actually, but today she opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:20 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 04:39 The ADHD item reveal 05:13 A simple question to start, but an important one, when was your first memory of feeling different? 08:26 Your…
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Ayalah Bentovim - known as Sister Bliss - is the woman behind Faithless, which she created in 1995 with Rollo Armstrong, Jamie Catto, and the legendary Buddhist rapper Maxi Jazz. Maxi died in 2022 and Ayalah talked to me about how she’s managing to keep him as part of the show, as they prepare to go on tour for the first time in 8 years. We also ta…
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Friends Round Friday… with Simon le Bon, Stephen Fry and Jessie and Lennie Ware!
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Simon gets scary, Jessie and Lennie talk the next series of Table Manners... and it’s all Greek to Stephen.By BBC Radio 2
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Honeybee by Dawn O'Porter with Dawn O'Porter
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This week's book guest is Honeybee by Dawn O'Porter. Sara and Cariad are joined by the best-selling author, presenter and co-founder of Choose Love, Dawn O'Porter to discuss a room of one's own, temping, reply all, ambition and periods. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Honeybee is available to buy here. You can find Dawn on …
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A Listener Contribution from Poet, Jenny Mitchell : Write On! Audio Weekly
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our listener contribution for Black History Month is from poet Jenny Mitchell whose collection “Map of a Plantation” was a winner of the Poetry Book Awards 2021 and named one of the top 4 poetry books of 2021 by Write Out Loud editor Greg F…
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"I wouldn't change him for anything!" - An ADHD parent & autistic son's journey
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Dan Harris and his non-speaking son, The Joshie Man, share their inspiring journey, full of heart warming insight. Dan is the founder of the charity, Neurodiversity in Business, advocating for the rights of neurodivergent folk to access neuroinclusive workplaces. You can find out more details at www.neurodiversity.org. Chapters: 00:42 A message fro…
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Reshmin Chowdhury is a sports broadcaster who’s had a love of football since she was a little girl. Growing up in a large and close Bengali community, she told me her childhood memories are of being the only girl, surrounded by boys, watching football on TV. Reshmin’s drive to break into the world of sports presenting was very strong - much to the …
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Friends Round Friday with Craig David, Greg Davies and Jenny Eclair!
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Craig's got new music, Greg Davies wants a hug and Jenny Eclair will happily wee in a sink!By BBC Radio 2
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Modern Times by Cathy Sweeney with Jessie Cave (Live from the Edinburgh International Book Festival)
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This week's book guest is Modern Times by Cathy Sweeney. In a special live recording at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, Sara and Cariad are joined by actor, comedian, cartoonist and author Jessie Cave to discuss the Edinburgh Fringe, reviews, puppets, walk-outs, sex dolls and Nancy Dell'Olio. Thank you for reading with us. We like readin…
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Writing Tips From Renee and Zara Okocha: Write On! Audio Weekly
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our Writing Tips for October are from Renee and Zara Okocha. British born Nigerian authors Renee and Zara Okocha are writers and illustrators of childrens’ books with over 65 titles to their name. Themes in their work include spreading the …
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"I was SCARED to let someone love me!" - Jordan Stephens Dissects ADHD Diagnosis
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Jordan Stephens is best known for being one half of Rizzle Kicks. Today he dissects his ADHD diagnosis and shares the many life-changing lessons he’s learnt. Topics: 00:00 Trailer 01:20 A message from our sponsor: Timoo 04:36 ADHD item reveal 05:11 What was your first memory of feeling different? 07:14 You were diagnosed twice with ADHD, is that ri…
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Nina Tame is a counsellor and a content creator. I started following her on Instagram because I love the way she educates non-disabled people in a light-hearted way. Nina was born with spinal bifida, and has four children. Her third child was also born with spina bifida. His arrival helped Nina accept her own disability much more, and also helped h…
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Friends Round Friday with Kylie Minogue, Joe Lycett and David Mitchell
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Friends Round Friday is back with a superstar trio of Kylie Minogue, Joe Lycett and David Mitchell! Kylie brings us a new pop treat, Joe gets creative and David WILL NOT DANCE!By BBC Radio 2
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This Motherless Land by Nikki May with Nikki May
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This week's book guest is This Motherless Land by Nikki May. Sara and Cariad are joined by the award-winning writer Nikki May herself to discuss beige food, Jane Austen, the mixed race experience, baked beans and Mick Hucknell. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss racism. This Motherle…
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An Interview With Comedian and Writer Sara Pascoe: Write On! Audio Weekly
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our September interview is with actress, comedian and writer Sara Pascoe. Born in Dagenham, Sara’s early career included being a London tour guide before her comedy career took off with acclaimed appearances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe…
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'ADHD caused my divorce!' - 5 Vital Lessons From a Late Diagnosed ADHD Woman - Stacey Duguid
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Stacey Duguid has worked for brands including Giorgio Armani, Prada and ELLE, but today she opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis, and the vital lessons she's learnt along the way. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:56 ADHD Item reveal 02:49 An opening tradition on this podcast: What is your earliest memory of feeling different? 06:41 What’s your earliest…
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I first came to follow Joanne Hardcastle (@hardcastletowers) when she was a contestant on the fourth series of Interior Design Masters, which is one of my favourite TV shows. Joanne's husband Tim encouraged her to apply for the show and she says it was the first time she had ever put herself first, and she loves her new found 'me-time'. Joanne lost…
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Bitesize: 3 Important Realisations From A Late Diagnosed ADHD Woman
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Kate Spicer shares her important post ADHD diagnosis realisations. Kate is a lifestyle journalist who has written for Vogue, the Sunday Times, The Times, the Daily Mail and the Evening Standard. Read Kate's Substack 👉 https://katespicer.substack.com/archive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week's book guest is Ex-Wife by Ursula Parrott. Sara and Cariad discuss Highballs, Carrie Bradshaw, hot dates, feminism, marriage, divorce and losing it all. Trigger warning: This episode contains references to baby loss, abortion, sexual assault, anti-Semitism and racism. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Ex-Wife is ava…
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"I masked for too long!" - Ellie Middleton details impact of late AuDHD diagnosis
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Ellie Middleton is an activist, speaker and writer committed to breaking taboos and empowering neurodivergent people to thrive in and out of the workplace. Ellie's story is tragically relatable, but also full of hope, insight and wisdom. 00:00 Trailer 03:04 Shall we start by explaining in brief your diagnoses and where they came throughout your lif…
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"Evening Class" by Allan Lochead: Write On! Audio Poem Of The Month
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our Poem-Of-The-Month for September is “Evening Class” by Allan Lochead which was originally broadcast on this podcast in October 2022. Allan Lochead, is an engineer and actor from south London. Originally training as an engineer, the door …
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Bitesize: Neuroscientist shares 3 proven HACKS to boost dopamine
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TJ Power is an esteemed neuroscientist & international speaker. Today, he shares 3 proven ways to hack your dopamine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Whale Tattoo by Jon Ransom with Andrew White
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This week's book guest is The Whale Tattoo by Jon Ransom. Sara and Cariad are joined by comedian, writer and actor Andrew White to discuss fish, fishing, dads, love, sex, queer writing and penises. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! The Whale Tattoo by Jon Ransom is available to buy here or on Apple Books here. Andrew is on to…
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Pen to Print Competition Winners Showcase Part Two: Write On! Audio Weekly
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Welcome to our second podcast featuring winning entries from this year’s pen to print writing competitions The short story competition was won by Michael Flavin with his story “Through a Glass” which is read by Chris Gregory Linnda Quinn wa…
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