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RHLSTP is an award-winning series in which comedian Richard Herring ("The Podfather" - The Guardian) chats with some of the biggest names in comedy and entertainment. Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard, Dawn French, David Mitchell, Katherine Ryan and Brian Blessed are amongst the many stars to have been interviewed across the 400+ episodes... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/rhlstp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome! Join us on our podcast journey through the arts! The New Wolsey Theatre is an award-winning theatre and a vibrant cultural hub offering a diverse range of performances, community engagement and artist development.
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A true crime podcast covering listener-suggested British murder cases and featuring interviews with high-profile guests in the true crime industry. Do you have a case suggestion? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com.
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The 1000 Voices podcast is your go-to source if you’re a Black Briton poised to make a difference but are stuck at the ’how.’ We dive deep into the life-altering journeys of Black British leaders who’ve ignited change. We unpack the tools they used, the barriers they shattered, and the ways you can do it too. Come for the stories, leave with a blueprint.
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Join West End theatre stars Lizzie Bea and Alfie Parker on the road as they tour the country- and the world- performing in shows and exploring the local arts along the way! *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour Tickets: https://www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk/ Show Socials: https://twitter.com/80Playspodcast -- https://www.instagram.com/thrashntreasurepodcast/ -- https://www.tumblr.com/aroundtheworldin80playspod E-mail suggestions/questions: 80playspodcast@gmail.com Lizzie on Soc ...
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Talking Culture is a platform for thought-provoking discussions about the future of Europe, the UK, and the world. Through fascinating interviews with thinkers and doers in the arts and culture sector, this show investigates how creative fields are emerging from the tumultuous present into the future. What role will culture play in a post-Brexit, post-COVID-19, post-colonial world? And how can it contribute to a future that prioritises sustainability, collaboration, diversity, and inclusion? ...
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A podcast devoted to the developmental disability community is brought to you by the Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA). DDA has been an advocate and supporter of this vulnerable part of society since 1952. We operate over 50 group homes, child development centres, and drop-in programs in Vancouver and Richmond, British Columbia. Today, we support over 1,800 people with developmental disabilities and their families each year.
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The Official Podcast of British Exist Theatre, a UK based theatre company specialising in creating original dramatic works for the stage. On this Podcast we will be talking about our working process, development, inspirations and be talking about theatre works that we have seen recently.
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There are times when the stars align: when a beautiful series of events leads to the culmination of something absolutely marvellous. Often, however, this is not the case... Meet Broken Bird, the rambling, interactive storytellers, and follow the on their journeys as they charge through the realms of language, theatre, and history with all the grace of an ice skating platypus, accompanied by their nameless pet tortoise and an assortment of guests ranging from the holier-than-thou to the devil ...
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Space Trip is a comedy Sci-Fi very much inspired by Classic Star Trek. Like its inspiration it uses its Sci-Fi setting to comment on contemporary British life. You can see some more little sketches at our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuhrO8wWuN4a8hCPTFKpdQ-6a9drpEeP Space Trip is made by Attune Theatre Company. Attune are group of highly qualified Artists including award-winning writer Stewart Schiller. We have performed our shows in a variety of venues in Glasgow ...
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Take a deep dive into the past as we bring you the very best of BBC History Magazine, Britain’s bestselling history magazine. With a new episode released every Monday, enjoy fascinating and enlightening articles from leading historical experts, covering a broad sweep of the centuries – from the scandals of Georgian society to the horrors of the First World War, revolutions, rebellions, and more.
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The gripping adventures of Lord Russell as depicted in his Autobiography "My Way". Lord Russell's world - the captivating world of an explorer, philanthropist, sportsman and author. The World of Lord Russell PodCast Talk Show focuses on Lord Russell's global adventures, explorer expeditions. Plus guests from the world of sport, film, tv, theatre and culture, by interviewing personalities, legends and icons across many diverse sports and cultures in the virtual studio; including, football, sn ...
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An in-depth look at what makes this country tick.
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An improvised podcast in which Susan Harrison and Gemma Arrowsmith play two critics who don't feel they actually have to see a film or play in order to review it.
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Matt and Melissa Dunphy buy a magic theater from a pedophile, discover treasure, and become accidental amateur archaeologists.
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Making a selection of objects from the British Museum and collections across the UK, Neil MacGregor uncovers the stories they tell about Shakespeare's world.
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TELL DEM is where global majority movers and shakers reflect and critique work that lies across our cultural spectrum, using it to unpack connected, contemporary issues and dissect the affairs rooted in our respective cultures. Hosted by Tamasha (https://tamasha.org.uk/) and supported by Transmission Roundhouse (https://www.roundhouse.org.uk/transmission) . Season One is hosted by South London Producer, Tobi Kyeremateng. Season Two features guest presenters including Sharmaine Lovegrove, Mei ...
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A pre-lecture podcast for the course English 2620-British Literature after 1800 at Utah Valley University, Spring 2021.
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Earth 2 Air aims to amplify and champion the multiplicity of voices and stories of East and South East Asians in the UK. New Earth Theatre is a national touring theatre company that places British East and South East Asian (BESEA) artists and communities at the heart of all our work.
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Soundworlds is your gateway to the sonic multiverse. We commission artists, musicians and theatre-makers to compose immersive audio worlds, which we're calling sonic theatre: an intoxicating blend of music and storytelling, documentary and fiction. From short trips to multipart odysseys, Soundworlds transports listeners to strange new places wherever they may be. Winner of Best Fiction Podcast (British Podcast Awards 2022) and Best Use of Sound (BBC Radio Drama Awards 2023). Hosted on Acast. ...
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Medical Humanities is a leading international journal that reflects the whole field of medical humanities. Medical Humanities aims to encourage a high academic standard for this evolving and developing subject and to enhance professional and public discussion. It features original articles relevant to the delivery of healthcare, the formulation of public health policy, the experience of being ill and of caring for those who are ill, as well as case conferences, educational case studies, book ...
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An investigation into the development and trajectory of actor training in the United Kingdom.
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That Black Theatre Podcast is a podcast about Black theatre, Black creativity and blackness in Britain, hosted by PhD student Nadine Deller and her sister Nadia Deller. Hear stories about and from the leaders of Black British theatre, from 1900 to today.A podcast from the National Theatre’s Black Plays Archive, in partnership with Central School of Speech and Drama and the London Arts and Humanities Partnership. Listen weekly on Mondays from 28 September 2020.
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If you are blind or partially sighted and have an interest in sport, whether it be as a participant or as an observer, this podcast is for you! Get involved and join the conversation by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk (mailto:radio@rnib.org.uk) Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect (https://audioboom.com/channel/weeklyconnect) - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Conversations (https://audioboom.com/channel/conversations) - Blind and partially ...
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Welcome to Tea With Twiggy! This podcast was started at a time where people around the world connected and became closer with friends and family even though they could not physically meet. The same is true of Dame Twiggy who reconnected with her friends for a cup of tea and a chat! "Tea with Twiggy" is an intimate weekly chat with Twiggy and special guests including Joanna Lumley, Lynda La Plante, Elaine Paige, Gyles Brandreth, Christopher Biggins, and David Threlfall, Robert Lindsay, Myleen ...
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Chels and Jim are best friends who like to talk about stuff that doesn't have answers in ill-informed ways. More specifically, they're having a chat about British ghosts, myths, and legends. They'll also do murder. Outside of the podcast, Jim presents stuff on telly and Chels has a book out, which makes her feel better about her other soulless job in PR. Formerly 'The Slab'
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Cardigan Internet Radio presents The Climate Resilience Show with your host Jim Bowen. Every Thursday from 5-6pm, the show, based in West Wales, covers topics relating to climate resilience across the world. https://cardiganinternetradio.wales/ClimateResilienceShow/
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From its modest beginnings in 1987, National Life Stories has grown significantly and helped to create one of the largest oral history collections in the world – the British Library holds some 70,000 recordings of which nearly 3,000 are long, in-depth biographical interviews created by National Life Stories. Each episode of this podcast will bring you a conversation with someone else associated with National Life Stories – from interviewers, to curators, to listening service and technical st ...
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Stance is an independent award-winning arts, culture and current affairs podcast run by New York based journalist and curator Chrystal Genesis. An episode is released on the 1st of every month. Stance is produced by Chrystal Genesis, Zara Martin and Saskia Sewell. stancepodcast.com @stancepodcast Guests so far include musicians Four Tet, Jamila Woods, Róisín Murphy, Amber Mark, Caribou, Kaytranada, Jessie Ware, Tricky and Nao, authors Yaa Gyasi, Sayaka Murata, Elif Shafak & Valeria Luiselli, ...
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If you've read and loved the exciting classic The Scarlet Pimpernel then you'd probably be delighted to follow the further adventures of the dashing Sir Percy Blakeney. El Dorado by Baronness “Emmuska” Orczy depicts the intrepid swordsman and escape artist in the role of savior of the French royal family. Published in 1913, El Dorado was the fourth in the Pimpernel series of eleven books, numerous short stories and other related writings about her famous British adventurer. However, Orczy di ...
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Book Club #102 - Richard talks to archaeologist and trained stonemason James Wright about his terrific book busting some of the myths about ancient buildings. They chat about why people wrongly believe that spiral staircases are often clockwise, how castles were bling rather than defensive, why you can’t trust anything written on a pub, why stonema…
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Podcast: Imagining a far-right government in France, forgotten fashion icon revived
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As France heads into snap parliamentary elections with the prospect of the far-right National Rally winning a majority, what powers would its prime minister have, and what would change in France? Also, a look at previous presidents who dissolved parliament and risked getting a result they didn't like. And the story of Jenny Sacerdote – France's Roa…
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S14E01 | Anne James (Walsall, West Midlands, 2018)
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74-year-old Anne James had just returned from a quick shopping trip and was making soup at her home when a familiar face turned up at her door. Letting the man inside, Anne had no idea that within just a few minutes, her life would be taken away at his hands. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including ear…
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#508 Matterface - Richard is back in Brighton and is aghast at the local news of rude waiters and big cats. His guest is football mad stand up Maisie Adam. They discuss how a choice in a writers’ room they were both in led one of their careers to sky rocket (but which one), the disappointment of the wrong Royal at the Variety Performance and how ma…
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S2 Ep568: Euro 24 - RNIB Community Connect - Episode 2
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Football-loving members of RNIB's peer support groups are getting together to discuss highlights from Euro24 so far. This time, looking back on wins for England and Italy and a dramatic defeat for Scotland. If you'd like more information on any of the support groups offered by RNIB, contact the helpline on 0303 123 9999. Image: Euro 2024 Logo. Whit…
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Cumbria: the forgotten Anglo-Saxon kingdom
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William of Normandy sailed across the Channel and swiftly conquered England in 1066 – or at least that’s how the story goes. But, in this Long Read written by Sophie Thérèse Ambler and James Morris, we reveal how the northern stronghold of Cumbria remained untouched for another 26 years. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC…
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Book Club #101 - JANEY: The Woman That Won't Shut Up - Richard talks to brilliant comedian, author, actor and agitator Janey Godley about her fab autobiography Janey. They discuss living with a cancer that you know will kill you, why she wanted to be honest about the horrors and laughter that cancer brings and why survival is nothing to do with the…
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British Murders Unsolved | Episode 1: Claudia Lawrence (York, North Yorkshire, 2009)
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35-year-old Claudia Lawrence last spoke to her mum on her mobile phone at around half 8 in the evening of March 18, 2009, shortly after phoning her dad. The following morning, she didn't turn up for her shift at the University of York and failed to meet her friend at the Nags Head pub that evening as planned. She has not been seen or heard from sin…
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S2 Ep566: Euro 24 - RNIB Community Connect - Episode 1
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As preparations get underway for the kick off to Euro 24, members of RNIB's peer support groups got together to discuss the build up to the tournament and their all important predictions for the eventual winners. If you'd like more information on any of the support groups offered by RNIB, contact the helpline on 0303 123 9999. Image: Euro 2024 Logo…
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S2 Ep567: Football Fan's Accessible Scottish Stadium Challenge
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Football Fan Jonathon Attenborough and his guide dog Sam are undertaking a football challenge that will take in all the SPFL stadiums in Scotland. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jonathon to find out what he loves about the game and how accessible the stadiums that he's visited so far, really are. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's See Dif…
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#507 Jackie Chan and the 700 Mops - Richard has come to the Brighton Komedia with plans to Mount Everest and a surprising testicular fact. His guest is writer and actor Rufus Jones. They discuss the mystery of the year of Rufus’ birth, getting pissed with Terry Jones, playing an American president with a squeaky voice, the magnificent achievement o…
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Sight Loss charity British Blind Sport, are supporting McDonald’s Fun Football to deliver free football sessions to UK-based blind and partially sighted children who are aged five to 11. Barry Snell caught up with British Blind Sport's Head of Sport and Development, Ian Isham, to find out more. {Image shows a bold pink 5-lane running track, white l…
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The Power of Representation in Literature and Media | Sofia Akel | Voice #89
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"Challenge yourself to watch or read or play something that you would normally turn your nose up at...you'll be surprised at what you might enjoy." - Sofia Akel About Sofia Akel: Sofia Akel is the founder of the Free Books Campaign, a community interest company dedicated to distributing books by authors of colour to those who can't afford or access…
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S2 Ep564: Play For Fun Or Play Competitively, Blind Golf Is Growing In Popularity
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The game of blind golf is growing around the world and there are many charities that will help you to play for fun, or even play in national and international competitions. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales and Glen Babcock to find out more about the game and how to start. If you'd like to find out more, go to www.scottishdgc.or…
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The work of Britain's wartime cryptanalysts is now well known, but there is one woman whose contribution has gone largely unrecognised – Emily Anderson. In this Long Read, written by Jackie Uí Chionna, we examine the life of the linguist and musicologist who became the nation's most senior female codebreaker. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the …
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Book Club #100 - Be Funny or Die - In our 100th Book Club podcast Richard talks to comedy writer Joel Morris about his frog dissecting book, Be Funny Or Die, which promises to reveal the secret of comedy and does a pretty decent job of doing so. They discuss what makes a good and a terrible catchphrase, how no comedian can make everyone laugh and w…
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Podcast: D-Day and its aftermath seen through French and American eyes
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The United States played a key role in the Allied effort to liberate Western Europe from the Nazis, but not everyone sees it in the same light. As France marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, an American veteran reflects on the differing ways the US and France remember the war. Meanwhile, historians recall the large number of civilians killed during…
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S13E10 | The Murder of Megan Newborough (Coalville, Leicestershire, 2021)
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23-year-old Megan Newborough was captured on her family's Ring Video Doorbell getting into her car at 7.32 pm on Friday, August 6, 2021. Within an hour of that haunting footage, Megan was murdered by the very person she'd gone to meet. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free epi…
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He moved to Canada about 20 years ago from the UK and never left. We chat with accessibility consultant Ramesh Lad who aims to make Vancouver Island accessible to all.By communicationsz8
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#506 Review Rainbow - Richard has some dispiriting revelations about what people google when they are looking for him, but is quickly revived by the ready wit of Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer 2023, Urooj Ashfak. They chat about the difficulties (or not) of taking comedy across international boundaries, the burgeoning Indian stand up scene, b…
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The Synthetic Sacred is a new action-research initiative curated by Lucy Rose Sollitt that explores pathways for ecological restoration amidst hybridity. For this episode, we consider biotechnologies within the context of indigineous cosmologies. Might reframing biotechnologies in the context of the sacred web of life be useful in guiding innovatio…
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S2 Ep510: Summer 'Have A Go Days' From British Blind Sport
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If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at a new sport then ‘Have a Go Days’ from British Blind Sport are a great way to give something new a try. There are events across the UK this summer, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. For more information on upcoming 'Have a Go Days' visit the BBS website - 'Have a Go' Days | British Blind Sport…
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RETRO RHLSTP #86 - Creative Differences - Richard has some news of an amazing time travelling finger and is clearly super excited to be meeting one of his all-time comedy heroes, Harry Shearer from off of This is Spinal Tap and The Simpsons. Rich was too scared to talk to him when he saw him improbably travelling on London's tube, but hopefully he …
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1924's British Empire Exhibition: the empire’s last hurrah?
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When the British Empire Exhibition opened its doors in Wembley a century ago – featuring exotic pavilions, sporting spectacles and even a replica of Tutankhamun’s tomb – it wowed visitors. But, as we explore in this Long Read written by Matthew Parker, it also spoke of a superpower in decline. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles fr…
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Book Club #99 - Heresy - Richard talks to journalist and author and daughter of a nun and a monk, Catherine Nixey about her witty and informative book about the early days of Christianity, Heresy. They chat about what the word Heresy really means, the extraordinary gospels that didn’t make it into the New Testament which show Jesus’ murderous side …
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Olympic Flame From Olympia - with Lance Haggith OBE
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Send us a Text Message. Lance Haggith OBE is the founder of the Sports Traider charity in the UK, and winner of the 2010 BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero award. Lance Haggith was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2022 Birthday Honours for charotable and voluntary services to vulnerable poeple, particual…
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Humanising Care for Older People Living with Dementia - Teun Toebes in conversation with Khalid Ali
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Teun Toebes, humanitarian activist, in conversation with Khalid Ali. In this podcast, Teun talks about his book 'The Housemates' (The Housemates by Teun Toebes, Laura Vroomen | Waterstones) and documentary film 'Human Forever' (Human Forever The Film (human-forever.com) describing his quest to understand better the experience of older people living…
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S13E09 | The Murder of Arminda Perry (Higher Kinnerton, Flintshire, 1991)
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When Filipino native Arminda Ventura met a British man holidaying in her home country one summer, they immediately hit it off and soon got married. After emigrating to the UK and moving into the man's North Wales bungalow, Arminda quickly realised that her new husband wasn't the kind man she believed him to be. Join my Patreon community at patreon.…
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#505 Cheeky Underground Presence - Richard is back to work after the Christmas break (we’re coming to you from the past) and is worried about the door of depravity that he has opened up, but there is no need to fear because his guest is processed meat advocate, Bob Mortimer. It’s a free-wheeling chat as you might be prepared for that takes in farme…
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This Entrepreneur Made £3M in 3 Years with Her Agency. And Was in Profit From Day 1 | Chloë Downes | Voice #88
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"Happiness over profits is the main thing." About Chloë: Chloë Downes is an award winning marketeer and the Founder & CEO at SHFT, an influencer talent management agency shifting the industry and bringing back the true meaning of the word 'influence'. Throughout her career, Chloë has maintained a focus on making the industry a fairer place for crea…
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RETRO RHLSTP #85 - The Shreks of Westminster Bridge - Slightly worse for wear after having lunch with Alice Cooper at the Q awards, Richard is delighted to welcome a man he thinks might be him from another time stream, David 'Mitch' Mitchell. He's certainly met his match in pedantry and both men accidentally reveal some shocking details about their…
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Beastly Victorians: battling animal abuse in the 19th century
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Helen Cowie marks the RSPCA's 200th anniversary by returning to its roots campaigning against vicious Victorian animal cruelty They rescued mutilated dogs, prosecuted bull baiters, and denounced the slaughter of exotic birds. As the RSPCA marks its 200th anniversary, this Long Read, written by Helen Cowie, reveals how campaigners took the fight to …
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Interview #57 | Jack the Ripper and Abraham Lincoln: Tony McMahon Discusses His New Book
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I welcome investigative historian, author and journalist Tony McMahon to the show in this interview episode. With a background as a print, TV and online reporter and producer, Tony approaches history from an investigative angle. He looks into the past to uncover the truth about seemingly unsolvable mysteries. His job is to distinguish fact from fic…
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Book Club #98 - 42 The Wildly Improbably Ideas of Douglas Adams - Richard talks to Kevin Jon Davies, the editor of this fascinating collection of items from the archives of Douglas Adams. They chat about the insight the notes, letters, scripts and thoughts give to the mind of this extraordinary thinker, the notebooks that started with optimism, mov…
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S13E08 | The Murder of Susan Min (Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, 1986)
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When 29-year-old librarian Susan Min bumped into her ex-boyfriend around a year after they split up, she invited him to her house for a catch-up. She had no idea that doing so would lead to her death at the hands of her former lover. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episo…
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#504 Respect Hook - Richard is back at the Lowry Theatre Salford and is annoyed about an Amazon review for his book. His guest is comedian, actor and former Edinburgh flatmate, Justin Moorhouse. They discuss doing a corporate for an arms manufacturer, improvising with Eric Cantona, how everyone in the Manchester area has to appear on Coronation Str…
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Dr. Bolu Eso's Guide to a Successful Veterinary Career | Voice #87
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“Medicine is actually one of the highest suicide rates within professions because of how difficult it can be and the pressures that are there.” Dr. Bolu Eso, a distinguished veterinarian, opens up about the profound challenges and triumphs of his career in veterinary medicine. From navigating a competitive academic journey to tackling the intense p…
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S2 Ep509: Join The First Goalball Club In North Wales
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Training sessions are underway in North Wales for the area’s first Goalball side. Hywel Davies has been hearing how preparations have been going and how you can get involved, both on and off the court. For more information, and to register your interest, please contact Kathryn Fielding: Tel: 07795 263642 or Email: Kathryn.Fielding@goalballuk.com Im…
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RETRO RHLSTP #84 - Gulping Robot Toilets - Richard is hoping he will find his way into the Guinness Book of Records, but Norris Macwhirter is not answering his calls. His guest is making a return visit to RHLSTP after 7 and a half years (but will his hair reveal his success?) - it’s the amazing Charlie Brooker. The conversation is predictably dark …
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Interview #56 | Death in the Theatre: Chris Wood Discusses His Second Book
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I welcome freelance writer and author Chris Wood to the show in this interview episode. As a student of criminology and psychology, Chris writes about true crime and non-fiction. He also writes regularly for the UK True Crime Podcast and enjoys delving into and researching all areas of morbidity. His interest in the genre was forged through avidly …
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The battle of Meggido: ancient Egypt at war
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Nicky Nielsen traces the progress of a brutal 15th-century BC battle that saw supercharged the rise of Egypt's greatest warrior pharaoh Recovering the stories of ancient battles that happened thousands of years ago can be very difficult. But as one of the first battles to have been recorded in relatively reliable detail, the brutal battle of Megidd…
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Theatre Terrific - Expanding the Horizons for Anyone With the Acting Bug
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Laen Herschler knows his live theatre. The UBC PhD student has taken the reins of Vancouver's inclusive Theatre Terrific and encourages anyone of any ability to get involved. TRANSCRIPT Theatre Terrific – Expanding the Horizons for Anyone With the Acting Bug 00:09 Okay, we are back for another edition of DDA's encouraging abilities podcast. I am yo…
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New Wolsey travels 500 miles to Pitlochry with Footloose
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Pitlochry Festival Theatre in Scotland and The New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich are co-producing a new production of the stage musical Footloose, based on the ‘80s film of the same name that starred Kevin Bacon. BTG Editor David Chadderton spoke to New Wolsey Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul, who will direct the production, and Pitlochry’s Artistic D…
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The Goal Gourmet - with Peter Kitchen
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Send us a Text Message. The 'Goal Gourmet' with Peter Kitchen Peter Kitchen, Whose abilities were respected and feared throughout the Championship and the lower divisions for over a decade , who should have played in the Premiership but was never offered the chance. Peter Kitchen was spotted by Doncaster Rovers Football Club Manager, Lawrie McMenem…
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Book Club #97 - How To Win An Information War - Richard talks to academic and journalist Peter Pomerantsev about his book about World War II propaganda (but also about propaganda today) How To Win An Information War. They chat about the remarkable life of the beautifully names Sefton Delmer and his part in creating a radio station that would counte…
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