Podcasts about Blackadder

Comedy writer Ben Elton's autobiography What Have I Done? tells the story of a career of comedy firsts, writing hit shows like Blackadder, The Young Ones and Upstart Crow. His love of words is legendary - as a small child his mother wouldn't let him speak til she was on her second cup of tea to braving the "Oxbridge tutorial" vibe of the Blackadder rehearsal room with Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie and Rowan Atkinson. Great Pottery Throw Down judge Keith Brymer Jones is a man so mad about pots they can move him to tears. He's now on the road with a tour about his renovation of a Welsh church complete with pigeon poo that took £40,000 to remove. But did you know he puts his remarkable resilience down to his ballet training?Comic Suzi Ruffell is also on the road with her stand up show, dressed correctly - 'shirt, tie and mullet', she says - but she's also written a memoir slash how-to-guide, Am I having fun now?, about winning (and laughing) at life in spite of her deep anxiety about it.And music from Sarah Jane Morris's new album paying tribute to the great women singer songwriters and from Anglo-American rocker Barns Courtney.Presenter: Stuart Maconie Producer: Olive Clancy Assistant Producer: Sam Nixon Technical Producers: John Cole and Kelly Young

We need a legend alarm... if we had one - we'd be sounding it right now. Ben Elton is not just a comedy legend who helped redefine stand-up comedy. He's not just the brains behind one of the greatest TV comedies of all time. He's not just a prolific author whose books tackle subjects as diverse as TV talent competitions to Nazi Germany. He's all of these things and much more. In the first of two episodes (Ben will be back to answer one of YOUR questions on Saturday) we asked Ben about every thing from being inspired by The Beatles (specifically George Harrison) to drinking your own urine. Trust us, it's quite a story. Ben's book 'What Have I Done' is out nowCheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a cunning plan! Every week we dive into our archive of almost 500 episodes to bring you some gems from the past EIGHT years. Today - it's one of the great entertainers. Whether you first saw Tony as Baldrick in Blackadder, or as the passionate presenter of Time Team, or whether you read one of his (many) children's books Tony's been an ever-present on our screens for generations. As he launches a new book at the Hay Festival this week we thought it was a great time to revisit this episode from 2023. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apologies for our absence last week! Your editor (Tangletongue) was ill and unable to edit. So we took an impromptu week off.SkyClan goes to their 2nd battle - with new allies, but not all of them. Book: Super Edition: SkyClan's DestinySupport us on Ko-fi! WCWITCast Ko-fiFollow us on BlueSky! WCWITCastFollow us on Instagram! WCWITCastCat Fact Sources:Elizabeth Blackadder - Wikipedia5 Women Artists Who Specialized in Cat Paintings—The Evolution of Cat PortraitureElizabeth V. Blackadder (1931–2021)Elizabeth Blackadder RSA - Overview | Royal Scottish AcademyDame Elizabeth Blackadder | Artist | Royal Academy of ArtsBlack Cat and Irises by Elizabeth Blackadder | The Scottish GalleryElizabeth Blackadder RSA, Fred in a Box, 2003 | Royal Scottish AcademyFred on top of Cupboard by Elizabeth Blackadder | The Scottish GalleryElizabeth Blackadder RSA - Works | The Academicians' GalleryMusic:Happy Boy End Theme Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/This transformative podcast work constitutes a fair-use of any copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law. Warrior Cats: What is That? is not endorsed or supported by Harper Collins and/or Working Partners. All views are our own.

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these!Do Kiwis grow on trees, bushes, or vines?Conchita Wurst, an Austrian Drag Queen, won which song contest in 2014 with "Rise Like A Phoenix"?Chrome and Hot Leather and The Ballad of Andy Crocker are the only two films with acting roles for which singer?In 1990, Stephen Hendry became the youngest ever World Champion at 21 years old in what sport?George Milton and Lennie Small are characters in which John Steinbeck novella?The Barbary macaque is the only undomesticated monkey in which continent?Which president has an Eternal Flame next to their grave?A Sengalese dance called the Simb mixes mysticism, terror, traditional dance, and folklore in a ritual to cure a symbolic hunter who has started acting like what animal?Who was the first American to win a Nobel Peace Prize?Which English actor played the titular characters in Blackadder and Mr. Bean?What 2012 film was a quasi-prequel to the 1979 film Alien?The Musical "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" is a 2022 musical biopic about which R&B Diva?What is the largest city by total area located in the continental US?The nadir is the point directly below an observer; what is the term for the point directly above?Released in 2002, the highest rated game on BoardGameGeek dot com for over 5 years has players assume the roles of colonial governors on what titular island?What is the largest ice shelf in Antarctica at around 500,000 square kilometers, a little too big to carry up stairs even if you pivot?Who starred in the 2024 American dark fantasy Netflix film Damsel?In which month is Guy Fawkes' Night celebrated?Which 1984 American mockumentary comedy film was Rob Reiner's feature directorial debut?MusicHot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Don't forget to follow us on social media:Patreon – patreon.com/quizbang – Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support!Website – quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question!Facebook – @quizbangpodcast – we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Instagram – Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Twitter – @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia – stay for the trivia.Ko-Fi – ko-fi.com/quizbangpod – Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!Quiz, trivia, games, pub+trivia, pub+quiz, competition, education, comedy

Welcome to the 200th episode of Extraordinary Creatives: two hundred conversations with artists, thinkers, makers and cultural leaders about the strange, beautiful, often messy reality of building a creative life. And I couldn't imagine a better guest to mark this moment than the brilliant John Lloyd CBE. One of the great creative architects behind some of the most loved comedy formats of the past fifty years. He began at the BBC in the 1970s and helped create programmes that have become cultural landmarks: The News Quiz, Not the Nine O'Clock News, Blackadder, Spitting Image, and the long-running curiosity engine that is QI.  Along the way he co-wrote the original Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy radio series with Douglas Adams, directed the iconic Genesis “Land of Confusion” video, and has won more BAFTAs than almost anyone alive. But what struck me most, isn't just the scale of his career, it's the way he thinks about creativity itself. John talks openly about the difficult things that shaped him and the strange truth that some of the most uncomfortable moments in life later reveal themselves as gifts.  He reminds us that every creative life includes adversity, and that the ability to transform those experiences into fuel - into insight, humour, empathy or invention – is what stops artists giving up. John is a powerful reminder that great ideas take time. Some of his shows took years to get made. Whether you're a writer, artist, musician - or simply someone trying to make meaningful work  - there is wisdom in this conversation. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we stay with an idea long enough - clearing away the sand, listening more deeply than we speak - what looks ordinary begins to reveal its own quiet, astonishing shape. There are two selves. There's the little yaky person in your head - then there's the true self, which only arrives when you're in the zone, when you're in the state of flow. The heartbreaks, the projects that fall apart - those “disasters” become compost, feeding the work we were actually meant to make. BEST MOMENTS “Creativity is like archaeology. You shovel mountains of sand… and eventually you uncover the sphinx.” “Ideas appear. The difference with creative people is they notice them.” “Deep listening means you're paying attention with not just your ears, with your whole body.” EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.instagram.com/johnlloydqi https://www.qi.com HOST BIO With over 35 years in the art world, Ceri has worked closely with leading artists and arts professionals, managed public and private galleries and charities, and curated more than 250 exhibitions and events. She has sold artworks to major museums and private collectors and commissioned thousands of works across diverse media, from renowned artists such as John Akomfrah, Pipilotti Rist, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Vito Acconci. Now, she wants to share her extensive knowledge with you, so you can excel and achieve your goals. ** Ceri Hand Coaching Membership: Group coaching, live art surgeries, exclusive masterclasses, portfolio reviews, weekly challenges. Access our library of content and resource hub and enjoy special discounts within a vibrant community of peers and professionals. Ready to transform your art career? Join today! https://cerihand.com/membership/ ** Unlock Your Artworld Network Self Study Course Our self-study video course, "Unlock Your Artworld Network," offers a straightforward 5-step framework to help you build valuable relationships effortlessly. Gain the confidence you need to create new opportunities and thrive in the art world today. https://cerihand.com/courses/unlock_your_artworld_network/ ** Book a Discovery Call Today To schedule a personalised 1-2-1 coaching session with Ceri or explore our group coaching options, simply email us at hello@cerihand.com ** Discover Your Extraordinary Creativity Visit www.cerihand.com to learn how we can help you become an extraordinary creative. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Series: God's Promises, Our JourneyTitle: "Are you leading people to God?Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33 NIV 2 Peter 2:6-10Hebrews 13:2Ezekiel 16:491 Cor 3:10-15Luke 17:31-38Jude 7Bottom Line: I am leading people to God when I welcome the stranger, teach my household, and intercede on behalf of the world.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTOUTLINECONCLUSIONDISCUSSION QUESTIONSNOTESYOUTUBE DESCRIPTIONMAIN REFERENCES USEDMy opening prayer: Lord God, help us grow to be and do like Jesus, while abiding in him and leading others to do the same. Opening Illustration (Rowan Atkinson, a legendary icon of comedy, television, and cinema, has left even the world's richest and most powerful figures stunned—not just with his words, but with decisive action.https://substack.com/@ajw3477/note/c-213026215?r=ogd8w&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-actionAt a glamorous red-carpet gala in Los Angeles on December 20, attended by film moguls, tech billionaires, and Hollywood's most elite stars, Rowan Atkinson took the stage to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award. But instead of offering a conventional acceptance speech, he chose a moment of truth—direct, fearless, and deeply human.He did not thank the Academy. He did not reminisce about Mr. Bean, Blackadder, or decades of global laughter. Instead, Atkinson looked straight into the audience of wealth and influence and declared:“We sit here surrounded by diamonds and artistic glory while the world outside is falling apart. If your voice can move millions and you choose not to use it for those who have no voice, then you are not creating change—you are creating noise.”The room fell into complete silence. Film executives and invited guests sat motionless, struck by the weight of his words. He continued, unwavering:“If you have more than you need, it no longer belongs only to you. Your responsibility is to lift up those who are still beneath you.”And he did not stop at words.That very night, Atkinson announced that all profits from his archived works and future creative projects—estimated at 160 million USD—will be donated to fund children's health initiatives, climate action programs, and arts education for underprivileged youth.His message was unmistakable:“Legacy is not built on what you earn. It is built on what you give.”In an era when celebrities are often dismissed as hollow symbols, Rowan Atkinson delivered a powerful reminder to the world:true impact is not created by applause, but by easing the suffering of others. Context (Opening Paragraph)Abraham has been entertaining 3 strangers at his tent for most of the day. Two of them are about to leave and head to Sodom to investigate the outcry against the wickedness of that city. They will assist the Lord in deciding the fate of the city. In the meantime, Abraham will have a conversation with God. He will intercede on behalf of those wicked citizens.Abraham will model for us how we are to live so that our lives make a real difference in the world. Just like the affluent were challenged to do by Mr. Bean.Bottom Line: I am leading people to God when I welcome the stranger, teach my household, and intercede on behalf of the world.OUTLINE (Genesis 18:16-33)I. Abraham, friend of God. (Genesis 18) Blessed to be a blessing, Abraham...A. Welcomed the stranger. #hospitality #love #care #lead (1-15)Qualified elders are required to be hospitable.Biblical hospitality is primarily geared towards strangers.B. Taught his household. #instruction #education #discipleship #feed (17-19)Qualified elders are to be able to teach the word.We start discipleship with our immediate family members and work out from there. Abraham was like the mayor, CEO and pastor of 1,000 people. Ultimately, he would bless the world.C. Interceded on behalf of Sodom. #mercy #intercession #prayer #mission #protect (16, 20-33)To intercede means to stand in the gap on behalf of others for their good.To intercede spiritually means to stand in the gap between them and God for their good.This is key to being an effective missionary.CONCLUSIONMy freshman year at college, when I was sitting in that auditorium at the end of the Christian concert, with my Christian friends, thinking I was a Christian the whole time, I heard the gospel message preached clearly for the first time.At that time, more than any other reason, I was drawn by the idea that I could make a real difference in this world. It just required surrender rooted in faith that God through Jesus Christ could use me to make some of that difference our world needed. So I stood and trusted Christ as my Lord and Savior believing that his way of making a difference in our world was the best way...maybe the only way.Bottom Line: I am leading people to God when I welcome the stranger, teach my household, and intercede on behalf of the world.So, Welcome the Stranger.Teach your household.Intercede for the world.Are you leading people close to you to God? Are you welcoming people into your life? Your home?Are you teaching your household how to be salt and light by doing what is right and just?Are you actively and prayerfully interceding on behalf of lost people around the corner? Around the world?Are you leading people close to you and far from God to God though Jesus?PrayQuestions (Write this down)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?DISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process: https://www.dbsguide.org/Read the passage together.Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really true, what should I do?What is God saying to you right now? (Write this down)What are you going to do about it? (Write this down)Who am I going to tell about this?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastNOTESThe Legacy of AbrahamThis quote by John Lennox speaks to my part: “God first informs Abraham why he chose him. This is the only place in the Bible where he does so. The late Chief Rabbi, Lord Jonathan Sacks, comments:This tells us three things about what it is to be an heir of Abraham.First, it means that we are to be guardians of our children's future. We must ensure that they have a world to inherit... Second, education - directing our children and our household after us - is a sacred task ... Third, how do you keep the way of the Lord? By doing what is right and just.It would be impossible to overstate the importance of these principles in a world where children so often bear the brunt of neglect, abuse and suffering.” Friend of God, p. 186YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION MAIN REFERENCES USED“Genesis,” by R. Kent Hughes, Preaching the Word Commentary, Edited by Kent HughesExalting Jesus in Genesis, by BethancourtThe Genesis Record, by Henry MorrisThe Genesis Factor, by David Helms & Jon Dennis“Look at the Book” by John Piper (LATB)“The Bible Knowledge Commentary” by Walvoord, Zuck (BKC)“The Bible Exposition Commentary” by Warren Wiersbe (BEC)"Genesis" by Briscoe (TCC)Outline Bible, D Willmington (OB)Willmington's Bible Handbook, D Willmington (WBH)NIV Study Bible (NIVSB) https://www.biblica.com/resources/scholar-notes/niv-study-bible/Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT)ESV Study Bible (ESVSB) https://www.esv.orgThe Bible Project https://bibleproject.com“The Bible in One Year 2023 with Nicky Gumbel” bible reading plan on YouVersion app (BIOY)Claude.ai

In Großbritannien ist Stephen Fry eine Art Nationalheiligtum. Das Multitalent gab Harry Potter in den Hörbüchern seine Stimme, spielte Oscar Wilde im Kino und brachte Generationen mit Fernsehserien wie Jeeves and Wooster oder Blackadder zum Lachen. Im Falter-Interview mit Tessa Szyszkowitz verrät er auch, warum er Wagner so liebt.Eine Textfassung dieses Gesprächs finden Sie hier.Das jüngste Buch von Stephan Fry, „Odysee“, ist Teil einer Mythos-Tetralogie der berühmtesten Heldengeschichten aller Zeiten. Das Buch ist in deutscher Übersetzung im faltershop erhältlich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Zealand Rugby have managed to bring back another player from Japan with hopes of making the All Blacks for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Shannon Frizell is coming back to New Zealand for 18 months where he will play in the NPC later in the year for Tasman, before returning to the Highlanders in next year's Super Rugby season. Todd Blackadder is the head coach of Toshiba Brave Lupus and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Saturday March 21, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet Nat Boltt and Miriam Margolyes, the writer director and star of a new, heartwarming dramedy called “Holy Days.” The story, set in 1970s New Zealand and adapted from Joy Cowley's novel, follows a grieving young boy (Elijah Tamati) who joins the nuns on a chaotic journey across the country. They aim to save their convent (or retrieve deeds to it) while dealing with themes of loss, faith, family, and mischief. Nat Boltt is an actress, you may remember from playing Penelope Blossom on the hit show “Riverdale.” She is a writer and director, and “Holy Days” is her first feature. British-Australian acting legend Miriam Margolyes, OBE, is the beloved character actress who's stolen scenes for decades—from Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter films and Mrs. Mingott in The Age of Innocence (which earned her a BAFTA) to countless unforgettable turns in Blackadder, Babe and recent projects like the Oscar-nominated short A Friend of Dorothy. Then, we’ll meet David Bouchard, a highly acclaimed Canadian author (of Métis/Ojibway heritage), former teacher and school principal, Order of Canada recipient, and passionate advocate for literacy, Indigenous stories, and cultural understanding. Today we’ll talk about his new book Dreamcatcher: Grandmother's Web.

On the Saturday March 21, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we'll meet Nat Boltt and Miriam Margolyes, the writer director and star of a new, heartwarming dramedy called “Holy Days.” The story, set in 1970s New Zealand and adapted from Joy Cowley's novel, follows a grieving young boy (Elijah Tamati) who joins the nuns on a chaotic journey across the country. They aim to save their convent (or retrieve deeds to it) while dealing with themes of loss, faith, family, and mischief. Nat Boltt is an actress, you may remember from playing Penelope Blossom on the hit show “Riverdale.” She is a writer and director, and “Holy Days” is her first feature. British-Australian acting legend Miriam Margolyes, OBE, is the beloved character actress who's stolen scenes for decades—from Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter films and Mrs. Mingott in The Age of Innocence (which earned her a BAFTA) to countless unforgettable turns in Blackadder, Babe and  recent projects like the Oscar-nominated short A Friend of Dorothy. Then, we'll meet David Bouchard, a highly acclaimed Canadian author (of Métis/Ojibway heritage), former teacher and school principal, Order of Canada recipient, and passionate advocate for literacy, Indigenous stories, and cultural understanding. Today we'll talk about his new book Dreamcatcher: Grandmother's Web.

Adrian spends the hour in the company of renowned TV producer John Lloyd, the modest genius mind behind such national institutions as Spitting Image, QI and Blackadder. Also on the porgramme, Kala Subbuswamy who saw no reason why a middle-aged woman couldn't start a punk band, so did just that. And Jazz Turner didn't let her disability stop her sailing solo around the British Isles, and now she plans to take on the world. And the Inheritance Tracks of former presenter of BBC Breakfast and Saturday Live, now a consulting psychologist, and still broadcasting, most notably with the Radio 4 series Life Changing, Dr Sian Williams. Presenter: Adrian Chiles Producer: Lowri Morgan Assistant Producer: Catherine Powell & Alice McKee Researcher: Jesse Edwards Editor: Glyn Tansley

David's had a close shave this morning, nearly being run into by a truck. So he tells Joe about that and then Joe recounts a similar near-miss when he was a student in Bristol. In other news, David's been watching lots of Blackadder with his kids (with accompanying Flashheart impressions), Joe remembers going to see Bottom live at the Hammersmith Apollo, there's a progress report on their colds and they finish things off with a little meltdown about listening back to pod episodes. FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT:   ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Merch⁠ Email us at chatabix@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes has lived quite an extraordinary life from Black Adder to Harry Potter to the cover of Vogue at the age of 83. All of this and so much more is documented from A - Z in her book 'The Little Book of Miriam'. Miriam joined Pat in studio to chat all about her book, life and more.Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday blunder triggers emergency fixes, surprise layoffs ripple through Amazon, and the crew debates whether rapid AI advances spell the end of traditional apps. Also, password managers do a lot more than manage passwords, so there's one thing everyone needs to get right. Windows 11 Dev splits from Beta, tests what will surely be 26H1 - After last week's show, Microsoft did issue that same Beta build in the Dev channel for some reason Dev and Beta get same fixes in different builds, but no new features 24H2 and 25H2 Release Preview update(s) are a peek at the next Patch Tuesday, lots of changes January Patch Tuesday update was so terrible it required two emergency fixes, the second of which went out late Sunday Earnings/industry Intel falls flat in Q4, full year 2025 despite U.S. "investment" Amazon lays off 16,000 employees Microsoft, Apple, earnings this week, Alphabet, Amazon are next week AI Microsoft announces Maia 200 AI datacenter processor Like Baldric in Black Adder, Apple has a cunning plan for an AI Siri With AI costs soaring, cheaper new AI plans appear somehow OpenAI was last week with big expansion of ChatGPT Go Google does the same this week with AI Plus plan OpenAI, Anthropic (this week), others are adding "apps" to their chatbots Microsoft is exposing app features as AI Actions in Windows 11 Paul opined that this semantic/programmatic capability was the end of apps But we can now essentially vibe-code our own custom apps - this is vaguely reminiscent of the home computer/DIY era, but without the technical knowledge requirements The age of native apps is over, at least on desktop. Will mobile fall next? Dev Microsoft introduces the Windows App Development (winapp) CLI. For some reason Xbox and gaming Microsoft refreshes the Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience — bigger changes coming? Fable is coming to Xbox, PC, PS5 in late 2026 Tips and picks Tip of the week: Choose a single password manager, make your life easier App pick of the week: Proton Pass RunAs Radio this week: Business Process Automation in 2026 with Ian Cooper Brown liquor pick of the week: Tullibardine 18 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: trustedtech.team/windowsweeklyCSS joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit

This week's book guest is The Meaning of Liff by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd.Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary director, producer and writer, John Lloyd. John is the BAFTA, Emmy and Grammy award-winning creator of such shows as Spitting Image, Not The Nine o'Clock News, Blackadder and QI. In this episode they discuss quizzes, friendship, toilet seats, Sweden and Judi Dench.Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!The Meaning of Liff is 42 by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd is available here.Follow Sara & Cariad's Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclubTickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.ukCariad's children's book Where Did She Go? is out here now. Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.Artwork by Welcome Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We begin by musing on the concept of ‘nostalgia' and then continue on to laugh and cry about classic television, perfumes and a new sitcom. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast.Blackadder - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084988/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096548/Menopausing and Me - https://www.facebook.com/groups/339468798172619/Ryan Holiday - https://ryanholiday.net/Jo Loves - https://eu.joloves.com/Jo Malone on Begin Again - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6j6JX6GkD_8Can You Keep A Secret? - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33702417/Tuddenham Mill - https://www.mrandmrssmith.com/luxury-hotels/tuddenham-mill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we recently looked at series 2 of Blackadder, we thought we'd go over it in a bit more detail and see just how historically accurate it all is.

The Mail agrees to buy the Telegraph: but where's the money coming from? And will the Government wave it through? Private Eye's Adam MacQueen, writer on the magazine's Street Of Shame, laments another twist in the Telegraph saga.Also on the show: the budget offered no new tax credits for the film and TV industry... but at least there's another big studio being built. Cara Kotschy, co-founder of post production house Residence Pictures, explains what all these studio projects mean for the sector. All that plus: Michael Prescott faces MPs, as do various BBC execs, a lost Blackadder script goes on sale... and, in the Audio Network Media Quiz, we connect three more underreported stories from the week.The Media Quiz is sponsored by Audio Network. Alex (who is a real person) selects the music for us to score each episode and she and her team can do it for you too at https://audionetwork.comWe record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIACLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.uk/services/podcast-studioBecome a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.What The Media Club has been reading this week:Mail agrees to buy the TelegraphBBC at CMS Select CommitteeDeadline on the lack of tax credits in the budget Bid For The Blackadder Chrismas Special That Never WasMarlow Film Studios approvedTrump Secures Rush Hour 4Dale Vince's NewspaperStranger Things Gets The Pop Up Radio Treatment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir Tony Robinson is one of the world's most recognisable history presenters. After four career-defining series of British sitcom ‘Blackadder', he fronted 20 seasons of the archaeological dig show ‘Time Team'. His humorous hooks and accessible presentation has helped to demystify history and inspire passion in a whole new generation. Robinson has written over 30 children's books, ‘Maid Marian and Her Merry Men', ‘The Worst Jobs in History', and ‘Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders!' just a few of the titles. His latest work, ‘The House of Wolf', is his first foray into fiction directed at an older audience, covering the Anglo-Saxons, Alfred the Great, and the making of England in the 9th century. Writing for adults is quite different to writing for children, and Robinson said it scared him “rigid” when he first started. “I had massive imposter syndrome”, he told Jack Tame. “It's ridiculous, isn't it, like I've been on the stage for 60 odd years, and yet when it came to writing a book, terror gripped me.” His subject matter is also a bit of a balancing act, as weaving historical fact with the narrative one wants to convey can sometimes be a challenge. “I did go quite bonkers writing it,” Robinson told Tame. Upon finishing the first draft, his publisher sent it off to reviewers, journalists, and some historical novelists – people Robinson respected. “I was in even more terror,” he revealed. “And then after six weeks, the writer Dan Jones, who wrote a stormingly popular historical novel called ‘Essex Dogs', he wrote a review of it really, and it was so fulsome. “Immediately, all that paranoia that I'd had dispelled completely.” ‘The House of Wolf' is now out, and fans will be able to see him live on stage in 2026 in ‘An Audience with Sir Tony Robinson'. He'll be performing at Auckland's Bruce Mason Centre on February 17th, and at Christchurch's Isaac Theatre Royal on February 18th. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Tony Robinson is perhaps best known for playing dogsbody Baldrick in British sitcom Blackadder. But that's just one highlight of his 50-year acting career.

As the creative mind behind Blackadder, Spitting Image, Not the Nine O'Clock News and QI, John Lloyd has quietly shaped British comedy for more than forty years. In this episode of Full Disclosure, he sits down with James O'Brien to look back on the work that defined his career-and the questions that have driven him ever since.Lloyd reflects on his peripatetic naval childhood, his years at Cambridge and the realisation that comedy, not law, was his calling. He shares candid stories about discovering Rowan Atkinson, collaborating with Douglas Adams on The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and co-creating The Meaning of Liff. Alongside the triumphs came struggle- including a midlife breakdown that forced him to re-examine success, purpose and the art of living.Blending humour, honesty and philosophy, Lloyd explores the connection between curiosity and creativity, why he believes comedy can change how we see the world, and how even life's disasters can turn out to be gifts.Find out more about The 42nd anniversary edition of The Meaning of Liff here

Was Blackadder Goes Forth the most powerful portrayal of the First World War ever put on television? In this episode of Oh! What a Lovely Podcast, Jessica, Chris and Angus take a look at the enduring legacy of Blackadder Goes Forth. First broadcast on BBC One in 1989, the series blended sharp wit and biting satire with a surprisingly moving look at life – and death – on the Western Front. The team discuss how the show evolved, the historical realities behind its humour, and why that unforgettable final scene still resonates decades later. They also explore how Blackadder helped shape popular perceptions of the Great War, influencing how generations have come to understand the conflict and its soldiers. So, was Blackadder Goes Forth just a comedy – or something far more profound?   References: Badsey, S. (2014) The Two Western Fronts: The First World War and the Second World War in British History and Memory. London: Continuum. Barker, P. (1991) Regeneration. London: Viking. BBC (1964) The Great War [Television series]. London: BBC. Bet-El, I. (1999) Conscripts: Lost Legacies of the Great War. Stroud: Sutton Publishing. Iserwood, I. (2017) Remembering the Great War: The Nation, the Public and the First World War Commemoration. London: Bloomsbury. Newman, S. (dir.) (2025) The ChoralFaulks, S. (1993) Birdsong. London: Hutchinson.

This week's book guest is A Complicated Woman by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem.Sara and Cariad are joined by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka award-winning singer Self Esteem to discuss her debut book.In this episode they discuss creativity, surviving capitalism, success, burnout and Blackadder.Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss fertility.A Complicated Woman by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem is available here.Follow Sara & Cariad's Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclubTickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.ukCariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now. Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.Artwork by Welcome Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor, writer, historian, and national treasure Sir Tony Robinson joins Matthew Harffy and Justin Hill on Rock, Paper, Swords! to talk about his first adult novel, House of Wolf — the opening volume in a bold new Anglo-Saxon trilogy.From his fascination with King Alfred the Great to how a tragic loss reshaped his creative life, Sir Tony discusses storytelling, optimism, and finding new purpose in his late seventies.

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde are joined by the sensational comedy writer Ben Elton for a wide ranging discussion about Blackadder, The Young Ones and his time working with Queen on 'We Will Rock You'. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ben Elton was instrumental in the transformation of British comedy that took place in the 1980s. His scripts for The Young Ones and Blackadder were fresh, anarchic, rude, clever and hilarious. The people that worked alongside Ben - Richard Curtis, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Rik Mayall, Ade Edmondson, Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders - to name but a few - are legendary. In this episode of Rosebud, Ben talks to Gyles about his parents, his father's family story - they had escaped persecution in Germany at the start of the war - and how he became interested in comedy as a young boy. He talks about the process of writing Blackadder, which was sometimes tortuous, and what it felt like to be slated by the critics when We Will Rock You first opened in the West End.Ben's autobiography, "What Have I Done?" is out now and available here. Rosebud has a new website www.rosebudpodcast.co.uk and a new Facebook group - just search "Rosebud Reflections". Enjoy this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk about private communications in public spaces, Wentworth's possible feelings in the encounter at Mollands and in the Assembly Room, the question of whether Lady Russell was legitimately trying to identify a set of curtains, and Anne's feelings towards Mr Elliot.The character we discuss is Elizabeth Elliot. In the historical section, Michael talks about the Bath Assembly Rooms, and for popular culture Harriet discusses the 2023 independent film Persuasion.Things we mention:General discussion:Janet Todd and Antje Blank [Editors], The Cambridge Edition of the Works of Jane Austen: Persuasion (2006)Historical discussion:Blackadder the Third (1987)YouTube video: Dr Timothy Moore, ‘Change & Challenge: The History of Bath's Assembly Rooms‘, Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 30 July 2024Assembly Rooms floorplan (Source: http://www.victoriahinshaw.com/victorias-vibes—-a-blog/archives/05-2019)Popular culture discussion:Persuasion (2023, Agatha Films) – starring Skylar Pierce and Dan BrownCreative commons music used:Extract from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sonata No. 12 in F Major, ii. Adagio.Extract from Joseph Haydn, Piano Sonata No. 38. Performance by Ivan Ilić, recorded in Manchester in December, 2006. File originally from IMSLP.Extract from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sonata No. 13 in B-Flat Major, iii. Allegretto Grazioso. File originally from Musopen.Extract from George Frideric Handel, Suite I, No. 2 in F Major, ii. Allegro. File originally from Musopen.Extract from Ludwig van Beethoven, Piano Sonata No. 28 in A major. File originally from Musopen.

As a podcast that's had the honour of interviewing everyone from New York Times best-sellers to indie authors and celebrities — and recently ranked number 3 in the UK's top writing podcasts — we always aim to bring you the very best. This episode was no exception.We were beyond thrilled and honoured to welcome a true British icon to the show: the one and only Sir Tony Robinson.A New Chapter for a National TreasureKnown worldwide for his unforgettable role as the cunning Baldrick in Blackadder and as the beloved host of the long-running archaeology series Time Team, Sir Tony Robinson has entertained generations. Now, at the age of 79, he has embarked on a bold new journey: the publication of his debut adult fiction novel, The House of Wolf.In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Sir Tony to discuss his extraordinary career, which spans stage, screen, and page. He shared insights on the transition from writing his award-winning children's books to crafting a sweeping historical novel for adults. We also explored how writing has always been at the very heart of his storytelling, a constant thread throughout his diverse and celebrated career.The House of WolfThe House of Wolf — described as “earthy, entertaining, and gloriously inventive” — is set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution. The novel masterfully blends themes of passion, survival, and gripping drama, promising a rich and immersive experience for readers.This book marks the beginning of an exciting new historical fiction series from one of Britain's most loved cultural figures.Inspiration for Every WriterWhether you're a long-time fan of British comedy, a history enthusiast, a lover of archaeology, or simply a writer looking for excellent advice and motivation, this conversation is an absolute must-watch.Sir Tony Robinson's journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to start a new creative endeavour, and that the best stories are often born from a lifetime of experience.Watch or ListenYou can now watch the full interview on YouTube:

This past Halloween special edition of Poe Theatre on the Air features two readings of the works of Edgar Allan Poe: “The Masque of the Red Death” and “Shadow (a Parable).” Published in 1842, “The Masque of the Red Death” has been adapted numerous times, most notably by Roger Corman in a 1964 film starring Vincent Price. “Shadow (a Parable)” was written by Poe during his time in Baltimore and published in 1835. The story is read by British actor Helen Atkinson-Wood, best known for her work in the BBC series “Blackadder.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nev Fountain is an award-winning writer, chiefly known for his work on the BBC sketch show Dead Ringers in both TV and radio incarnations. He has also contributed to many other programs, including Have I Got News for You and Newzoids. He is a principal gag writer for satirical magazine Private Eye and contributes to every issue. He first came to write for Doctor Who when he script-edited the BBC online story "Death Comes to Time" in 2001, and has gone on to write some of Big Finish's most popular audios, including "The Kingmaker" and "Peri and the Piscon Paradox." His books include The Mervyn Stone Mysteries, The Fan Who Knew too Much, and its sequel, Lies and Dolls, which was released in July. Nev talks with me about how he got his start writing radio comedy, the challenges of writing comedy even about very serious events, writing for various forms and media, leaving room to be surprised as you're writing, and more. Episode breakdown: 00:00 Introduction 04:02 Teachers encouraged Nev; family humor shaped his view. 08:21 Comedy influences: The Young Ones, Blackadder, Hitchhiker's Guide. 12:27 Breaking into radio comedy. 16:03 Playwriting taught Nev what makes audiences laugh—live. 20:22 Writing comedy about tragic events; satire offers relief and perspective. 24:23 Dead Ringers' hiatus, revival, and Jon Culshaw's Tom Baker calls. 28:47 Sketches with Ozzy Osbourne, behind-the-scenes stories from TV comedy. 33:46 Nev's serendipitous first Doctor Who project, "Death Comes to Time." 39:23 The process and impact of "Death Comes to Time" explained. 46:31 Challenges and expectations of writing “big” stories in franchises. 52:18 Emphasizing medium-specific storytelling; novels, radio, TV all differ. 58:14 Enjoying creative surprises; writing unfolds beyond outlines or plans. Want more? Here are handy playlists with all my previous interviews with guests in writing, theatre, and Doctor Who.   If you enjoyed our conversation, I hope you'll share it with a friend. Check out the full show notes--with videos of Nev's work and links to his books—at fycuriosity.com, and connect with me and fellow creatives on Substack. Please leave a review for this episode—it's really easy and will only take a minute, and it really helps me reach new listeners. Thanks! If you're tired of waiting for “someday”—which is NOT a day of the week—to get unstuck and step toward your creative dream, we should talk. Https://fyc.quest/Contact        

Recorded with a live audience in Cambridge, this captivating conversation delves deep into the life and career of a cultural force of the last half-century. Known of course for his iconic role as Baldrick in Blackadder, Sir Tony's sharp intelligence and dry humour have had a formative influence on generations.  In this candid discussion, he opens up about the unexpected turns and profound challenges that have shaped his extraordinary journey as an actor, presenter, documentary maker and writer. You'll hear his deeply personal reflections on fatherhood, insights into the creative process behind his recently announced novel, and the powerful lessons learned from a lifetime of experiences, both public and private.  Prepare for an engaging, wise, and moving conversation that explores the transformative power of vulnerability and the importance of finding meaningful connection. This is a unique opportunity to hear a national treasure like never before. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Tony Robinson's Early Life and Career 03:13 Fatherhood and Family 04:55 Writing and Publishing a Novel 10:50 The Impact of Blackadder 13:16 Challenges and Conflicts in Blackadder 16:33 Height and Personal Insecurities 20:42 Childhood and Adolescence Struggles 22:41 Growing Up in the Shadow of WWII 24:49 The Ups and Downs of Gambling 27:28 Early Career and Poker Lessons 29:29 Child Actor Earnings and Capitalism 34:23 Dealing with Alzheimer's in the Family 37:03 Reflecting on Personal Failures 44:56 Finding Meaningful Relationships

In this old show from way back in 2021, David does impressions of Rick Mayall and then loses motivation again. First posted on 8th December 2021 FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatabixpodcast Insta: https://www.instagram.com/chatabixpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatabix Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatabix1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/chatabix Merch: https://chatabixshop.com/ Contact us: chatabix@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices