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Led by James Naughtie, a group of readers talk to acclaimed authors about their best-known novels
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The Book Festival You Can Enjoy In Your Bath: Interviews, Readings, Rambling Chat
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Subscribe to our podcast series for the big lessons, inspiring stories and juicy behind-the-scenes confessions from trailblazing business owners.We deep dive into their journey to see how our guests turned imaginative ideas into action, while offering up insights to help you grow your business with confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Making Therapy Make Sense. There are so many different styles or types of therapy from CBT, to Person Centered, Solution Focused, Emotional Focused, Narrative, blah blah blah. It's hard enough to pick up the phone and call someone for help, let alone interview and try different therapists until you find the right fit. This podcast is all about helping you meet different types of therapists, different types of therapy styles, different philosophical backgrounds, and hear them talk about real ...
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RcadeRadio is a LIVE "radio" show airing every other Thursday at 7:15pm CST on YouTube. Topics in this ‘cast include arcade collecting, restoration, console gaming, and anything related to the arcade scene from about the late 70s through the mid-90s. Join hosts Adam, Mark, and Bryan as they provide an outlet for Rcade News, History, Collecting Tips, and Interviews for their fellow gamers! Step back into the glory days of arcades with a special guest every episode. You're sure to find our con ...
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Marlon James: A Brief History of Seven Killings
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Marlon James answers readers' questions about his award-winning novel, A Brief History of Seven Killings. The novel, which is narrated by multiple characters, opens in Jamaica in the run-up to the 1976 election. Kingston is riven by violence as competing gangs, some supported by the US government, compete for territory and control of the drugs trad…
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Celebrated novelist and short story writer Lucy Caldwell joins James Naughtie and readers to discuss These Days. Set in 1941, it focusses on the lives of two sisters living through the Belfast Blitz. Lucy talks about the inspiration for her novel, her research and writing it during the pandemic.By BBC Radio 4
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James Naughtie and readers quiz Nicholas Shakespeare about his book, Six Minutes In May: How Churchill Unexpectedly Became Prime Minister. It chronicles the dramatic political and military events of 1940 which led to the momentous Norway Debate and Chamberlain’s resignation. Upcoming recordings at BBC Broadcasting House in London: Wednesday 15 May …
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Clare Chambers talks to James Naughtie and readers about her bestselling novel, Small Pleasures. Set in the London suburbs in the 1950s, it tells the story of Jean Swinney, a journalist who is asked to investigate a letter sent to her paper, from a mother claiming her daughter is the result of a virgin birth. Jean meets the mother, Gretchen; her hu…
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Bookclub travels to Northumberland to meet best-selling crime writer Ann Cleeves. She joins James Naughtie and listeners to discuss her novel, Hidden Depths: Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope sets out to solve two murders which are apparently linked, although there are no clues to connect the victims. Upcoming recordings - 1830 BBC Broadcasting Hou…
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The NatWest Business Show: Gary Vaynerchuk on shutting out the noise
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Serial entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author and internet personality Gary Vaynerchuk joins Angellica Bell for this special episode. Gary is Chairman of holding company VaynerX and CEO of advertising agency VaynerMedia and here he talks freely about accountability, embracing discomfort, his healthy relationship with losing and much more. …
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Graeme Macrae Burnet joins James Naughtie and readers to reveal the secrets behind his award-winning historical novel, His Bloody Project. Set in the Scottish Highlands in 1869, His Bloody Project explores crime, justice and retribution through the confessions of a young man accused of murder, and an account of his trial. Upcoming recordings at BBC…
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The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins, with Elly Griffiths
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Marking 200 years since the birth of Wilkie Collins, crime writer, and Collins admirer, Elly Griffiths discusses one of his best known works -The Moonstone - with James Naughtie and a group of readers. Upcoming recording Wednesday 24th January at 1830 at BBC Broadcasting House, London: Graeme Macrae Burnet on His Bloody Project.…
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Donal Ryan discusses his book The Spinning Heart with a group of readers, It's a powerful, moving novel told through twenty one individual voices. Set in Ireland in the immediate aftermath of the Celtic Tiger 'boom' years, each character reveals how the sudden and dramatic 'bust' affected their lives. At the centre is Bobby Mahon, once a respected …
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The NatWest Business Show: Oliver Yonchev on his optimism for AI in business
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With Angellica Bell in the final episode of the season, is Flight Story co-counder, Oliver Yonchev. From early career ambitions in sports and music to his entrepreneurial journey in marketing, Oliver is proof that curiosity and hardwork pay off. Other topics piquing Angellica's interest are his optimism for AI, the importance of workplace culture a…
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The NatWest Business Show: Alex Rico-Lloyd on building, excelling and exiting in business
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Joining Angellica in this episode is Alex Rico-Lloyd. Co-founder of the now international Bike Club, Alex has done it all, starting as a side-hustle, quitting her job, seeing the business through rounds of investment and has now successfully exited. For a raw and honest conversation about going into business, listen up. Follow Alex: Linkedin - http…
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Katherine Heiny answers readers questions about Standard Deviation, her hilarious novel about marriage, parenting and the road not travelled. Audra is married to Graham, who is divorced from Elspeth. While Audra is sociable, loving, outspoken, tactless, kind and funny, Elspeth is contained, reserved, controlled and reticent. Despite loving Audra, G…
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The NatWest Business Show: Tommy Mallet on the power of just getting started
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TOWIE star turned fashion titan, Tommy Mallet joins Angellica Bell to discuss his business story. Tommy truly opens up about criticism he's faced, having the right mindset and how he has used his ADHD to drive his business to worldwide success. If you’re thinking about turning a passion into a profitable business, listen up! Follow Tommy and Mallet…
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The NatWest Business Show: Simmer Eats on taking their side project nationwide
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This week joining Angellica Bell are Simmer Eats co-founders and brothers, Simmy and Jhai Dhillon. After both supplying friends and teammates with home cooked meals, Simmy decided to capitalise at university by selling to students. Originally a side-project to help with employment, the brothers have now gone all in creating a ready-to-heat and eat …
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The NatWest Business Show: Gynelle Leon on quitting her 9 to 5 for her dream business
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Joining Angellica Bell in this episode is Gynelle Leon, founder of Prick London, who traded in a secure job to go after a business idea she was truly passionate about. Gynelle is proof that it’s never too late and that a great idea plus hardwork and determination can bring you a fulfilling career. Follow Prick London: Instagram - https://www.instag…
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The NatWest Business Show: Sharmadean Reid on gender equity in business and beyond
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Joining our host Angellica Bell is none other than Sharmadean Reid - entrepreneurial powerhouse, founder of WAH Nails and more recently, TheStack.World. Sharmadean’s mission is to level the playing field for women, both in business and beyond. If you’re looking to create a business that empowers others, listen in. Follow The Stack World: Instagram …
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The NatWest Business Show: The Bald Builders on using social media to scale their business
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Do you want to know how to scale your business with the powers of social media? On this episode, our host Angellica Bell is joined by Brad and Sam, better known as The Bald Builders. They have gone through many ups and downs to build their business empire and believe every obstacle has ended up a blessing. Strap in for a truly unique episode. Follo…
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Bernardine Evaristo joins James Naughtie and readers to discuss Mr Loverman, her 2013 novel about Barrington Walker, a married man with a secret life. Ever since his teens in Antigua, Barry has been in love with Morris and despite both men moving to London, marrying and having children, their love affair has never faltered. Now he’s in his seventie…
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James Naughtie is joined by Denise Mina to talk about her book The Long Drop. This intriguing true-crime story is set in 1950s Glasgow when notorious serial killer Peter Manuel spread fear throughout the city. The Long Drop alternates between Manuel's trial and a extraordinary night he spent with Glaswegian businessman William Watt, whose own famil…
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Mick Herron answers readers' questions about his novel, Slow Horses, the first in his hugely popular Slough House series. In it we meet the 'Slow Horses’ for the first time; failed spies who instead of being pensioned off, find themselves working in Slough House, near the Barbican in London. Here, they carry out menial administrative tasks of littl…
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The NatWest Business Show: Charlotte Ashley on turning an unexpected passion into business success
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Host Angellica Bell is joined by Charlotte Ashley, a farmer from Cumbria who rose to fame documenting her everyday life on the farm. From debunking misconceptions to truly finding her calling, Charlotte reveals all about falling into her profession and making it a business success. Follow Charlotte: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@charlotteashle…
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The NatWest Business Show: Delhicious Body on their bedroom business turned beauty best-seller
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Joining host Angellica this week is none other than Delhicious Body. An Indian-inspired beauty brand taking the industry by storm. From humble beginnings starting in their family home, Zara and Zak are now conquering the beauty world with their products filling shelves of some of the UK's largest retailers. If you want to know how to capitalise on …
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The NatWest Business Show: Grayson Hart on quitting elite sports to start a business
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Host Angellica Bell speaks to former elite rugby professional Grayson Hart, who turned a troublesome period in his career into an opportunity to start a business, Puresport. From tackling feelings of imposter syndrome to taking inspiration from his sporting career, Grayson truly opens up about what life is like shifting into the world of business. …
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The NatWest Business Show: Feel Good Club on finding happiness in business
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In this episode, Kiera and Aimie Lawlor-Skillen of Feel Good Club talk about the self-doubt that has come and gone throughout their business journey. They show how starting as a joyful social account led to a sizeable, loyal community and thriving business. Other topics include how to be a good leader, the importance of honesty with employees and h…
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To mark our 25th anniversary, Julian Barnes returns to Bookclub. He’s answering readers' questions about his Booker-shortlisted novel Arthur and George. It's based on real events and tells the story of Arthur Conan Doyle’s campaign to overturn the conviction of a young solicitor, George Edalji, Upcoming recording: Thursday 13 July 1830 at BBC Broad…
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The NatWest Business Show: Josephine Philips on being a young founder trying to change fashion
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Join Angellica Bell as she speaks to Josephine Philips, founder of SOJO. They discuss a range of topics, from the weighty expectation that comes after raising capital, to the changing behaviours of customers. Follow Josephine and SOJO: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sojo.uk/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-philips/ Website -…
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