Podcasts about Blenheim

In the 1970s and 80s, a string of horrific attacks on women and children were happening in Blenheim, New Zealand and surrounding areas. In 1996, a man was identified in several attacks that had taken place in the same area. Finally, in 2018, that man was connected to the historic attacks as well, and the Beast of Blenheim was finally identified as Stewart Murray Wilson. Click here to join our Patreon.  Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group.  To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, Dan The Produce Man brings another helping of produce knowledge, seasonal insights, and practical tips you can use the next time you shop.On the produce table are Dulcinea Tuscan cantaloupes and one of the great fruit debates: What's the difference between Royal apricots, Blenheim apricots, and Royal Blenheim apricots? Are they one and the same, or are they different varieties? Dan explains the history behind these legendary apricots and clears up the confusion.You'll also learn how to improve your chances of choosing an avocado with a smaller pit, why some stone fruit develop split pits, and why nutrient-rich sunflower sprouts deserve a place in your diet.It's another fun and informative episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, powered by AgLife Media.Learn more at aglifemedia.com.

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, Dan The Produce Man brings another helping of produce knowledge, seasonal insights, and practical tips you can use the next time you shop.On the produce table are Dulcinea Tuscan cantaloupes and one of the great fruit debates: What's the difference between Royal apricots, Blenheim apricots, and Royal Blenheim apricots? Are they one and the same, or are they different varieties? Dan explains the history behind these legendary apricots and clears up the confusion.You'll also learn how to improve your chances of choosing an avocado with a smaller pit, why some stone fruit develop split pits, and why nutrient-rich sunflower sprouts deserve a place in your diet.It's another fun and informative episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, powered by AgLife Media.Learn more at aglifemedia.com.

Did you know that in addition to saving the free world, Churchill was also an accomplished painter? In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas sits down with Dr. Lucy Davis — curator of paintings at the Wallace Collection in London and co-curator of Winston Churchill the Painter, the first major retrospective of Churchill's art in over 60 years and the first substantial UK exhibition devoted to his paintings since his death in 1965. The exhibition brings together nearly 60 works, roughly half from private collections rarely accessible to the public, and traces the full arc of Churchill's artistic life: from the tentative canvases he made during the darkest moment of his World War I career, through the luminous Mediterranean harbors and Moroccan cityscapes of his mature period, to the bold late works of a man who found in painting one of the greatest solaces of his life. Lucy walks Jonathan through the story of how Churchill came to paint, the three major artists who shaped his style — John Lavery, Walter Sickert, and William Nicholson — the single painting he made during World War II, the extraordinary Hallmark Cards world tour, and why the Wallace Collection is the perfect home for this once-in-a-lifetime show. The exhibition runs until November 29, 2026. Book your tickets now. Lucy is very grateful to her colleagues at Hallmark Cards, Inc. for their research into the World Tour of Churchill's paintings, which she has referenced in this podcast. Links The Exhibition Winston Churchill the Painter — Wallace Collection (open until November 29, 2026 — book tickets in advance) The Wallace Collection, London Wallace Collection E-Newsletter (Over 60% of subscribers are US-based — talks and courses available remotely) Wallace Collection Events & Remote Courses The Wallace Collection at War — companion display (open until end of October) Gallery of Some of Churchill's Paintings in the Exhibition Books Painting as a Pastime by Winston Churchill — New Edition with intro by Paul Rafferty Winston Churchill the Painter — Exhibition Catalog, edited by Dr. Lucy Davis (Philip Wilson Publishers) Churchill's Citadel by Katherine Carter — Chartwell and the Wilderness Years Churchill Sites Chartwell, Kent — National Trust Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire Churchill Archives Centre, Cambridge America's National Churchill Museum, Fulton MO Also Mentioned Darkest Hour (2017) — Gary Oldman as Churchill Friends of Anglotopia Club Takeaways Winston Churchill the Painter at the Wallace Collection is the first major retrospective of Churchill's art in over 60 years — nearly 60 works, roughly half from private collections that are rarely if ever accessible to the public. This is a genuinely once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Churchill took up painting in 1915 at the lowest point of his life, following the catastrophic failure of the Dardanelles campaign. His wife Clementine later said she thought he would die of grief — and it was painting that gave him back his spark. Churchill was never formally trained, but worked closely with at least three leading professional artists: John Lavery (portraiture and plein air painting), Walter Sickert (modernist techniques and working from photographs), and William Nicholson (still life, tonal restraint, and simplified composition). Churchill's single painting during World War II was a view of Marrakesh, painted the day after he took President Roosevelt to see the sunset over the Atlas Mountains following the Casablanca Conference. He gave it to Roosevelt as a gift — it is in the exhibition, facing the painting he later gave to President Eisenhower. The Wallace Collection's connection to Churchill runs deeper than the exhibition: Odette Pol Roger was born Odette Wallace as great-granddaughter of Sir Richard Wallace, became Churchill's close friend, and reserved an entire vintage of Pol Roger champagne for him. A quarter-bottle believed to be one of the last he drank before his death in 1965 is on display in the exhibition. Churchill's paintings were the subject of a record-breaking world tour of North America, Australia, and New Zealand in 1958, masterminded by President Eisenhower and Joyce C. Hall, founder of Hallmark Cards. Churchill initially refused — until Eisenhower wrote him a personal letter about the wave of goodwill it would create. Churchill submitted paintings to competitions under the pseudonym "David Winter" and was given the title of Honorary Academician Extraordinary by the Royal Academy — only the second person ever to receive this honor, after Edward VII. The goldfish pool at Chartwell — Lucy's personal favorite painting in the exhibition — contains a detail invisible in photography: the ripple created by the fish on the surface, painted in a subtle mauve-grey. Lucy says it perfectly summarizes Churchill's playful, witty personality. Picasso, upon seeing Churchill's painting La Dragonnière, said (paraphrasing) that Churchill would have been a good professional painter if he hadn't had something else to do. The painting is in the exhibition. The new edition of Churchill's own book Painting as a Pastime — with an introduction by Paul Rafferty — has just been published and is the perfect companion to the exhibition. It explains in Churchill's own words why he took up painting and why everyone else should too. Soundbites "Clementine was looking on and she was so relieved to see him engaged in something. He talked about all this unwanted leisure — going from a really high-pressured executive job to suddenly watching the whole tragedy unfold. To see that spark lit up again." — Lucy on Clementine's reaction when Churchill first picked up a paintbrush. "He said painting was a complete distraction. He said: I know nothing which without exhausting the body more entirely absorbs the mind." — Lucy quoting Churchill on why painting worked when nothing else could. "He's painting the headquarters of the battalion as it was progressively being shelled and devastated. One of his young soldiers said he was unusually quiet and withdrawn and asked what was wrong — and he said: I've been really struggling to paint the craters." — Lucy on Churchill painting in the trenches at Plug Street. "He said it should be a joy ride in a paint box. Nobody should feel afraid or daunted by it. We don't have to aspire to masterpieces." — Lucy on Churchill's message to anyone who wants to paint. "A traveling exhibition of your paintings in the United States would not only attract a great deal of attention, but I am certain it would serve in a very definite way to strengthen the friendship between our two countries." — Lucy quoting Eisenhower's letter persuading Churchill to allow the world tour. "He submitted a painting in 1925 to an amateur painting competition and won first prize — although one of the judges wanted to disqualify it because he thought it must be by a professional painter." — Lucy on Churchill exhibiting anonymously under the pseudonym David Winter. "Picasso said — and I'm paraphrasing — that he would have been a good professional painter if he didn't have something else to do." — Lucy on Picasso's verdict on Churchill's painting La Dragonnière. "There's a particular detail that doesn't come out in photography — the ripple created by the fish on the surface that he's painted in this sort of mauve-grey color. It's just such a lovely finishing touch and really summarizes that playful, witty side of his personality." — Lucy on her favorite painting in the exhibition, the goldfish pool at Chartwell. "He made the gardener row back and forth across the moat to create ripples so he could try a different effect in the water." — Lucy on Churchill's obsessive dedication to capturing reflections accurately. "I think he would like to see us leaving the exhibition with smiles on our faces and with an urge to pick up a paintbrush." — Lucy on what Churchill himself would have wanted visitors to take away. Chapters 00:22 Introduction — Jonathan sets up the exhibition and introduces Dr. Lucy Davis 01:59 Lucy's Background — 15 years at the Wallace Collection, the Courtauld, the National Gallery, and Washington DC 03:09 What Is the Wallace Collection? — A world-class art collection in an intimate Marylebone townhouse 04:47 The Wallace Collection's Churchill Connection — The Artists Aid Russia exhibition, Clementine's charity, and the Pol Roger link 06:29 Churchill's Favorite Champagne — And the quarter-bottle of Pol Roger in the exhibition 07:14 How Churchill Came to Paint — Gallipoli, the darkest moment, Ho Farm in Sussex, and Hazel Lavery's advice 09:49 Did He Take to It Naturally? — Total ambition, total audacity, and the self-portrait painted at 40 13:00 Painting in the Trenches at Plug Street — Easels in the First World War and the crater problem solved 14:50 What Painting Gave Churchill That Nothing Else Could — Complete absorption, relief from anxiety, and seeing the world properly for the first time 17:12 Churchill's Message to Everyone — A joy ride in a paint box, and why no one should feel daunted 19:13 500 Canvases Alongside Everything Else — Chancellor, Prime Minister, Nobel laureate: where did he find the time? 21:12 The One WWII Painting — The Casablanca Conference, Roosevelt, the Atlas Mountains, and a gift that symbolized the Special Relationship 23:02 The Marrakesh Painting and the Gift to Eisenhower — Two paintings face to face in the exhibition 23:47 The Hallmark Cards World Tour — Joyce C. Hall, Eisenhower's persuasive letter, and a record-breaking global exhibition 25:49 How Did Brad Pitt End Up Owning the Marrakesh Painting? — Neither host quite knows 26:34 Churchill's Artistic Mentors — John Lavery, Walter Sickert, William Nicholson, and what each one taught him 32:20 Churchill's Influences — Monet, Cézanne, the Impressionists, and the tessellated pavement of dabs and lozenges 32:33 Walking Through the Exhibition — Six galleries from First Attempts to the Royal Academy 34:00 Gallery 1: First Attempts — Lavery, the self-portrait, and the Plug Street paintings 35:00 Gallery 2: Life and Hope — Chartwell in all seasons, Blenheim, and the wilderness years paintings 36:00 Gallery 3: Still Lifes — Nicholson's influence, the Magnolia painting, and thank-you gifts to friends 37:00 Gallery 4: Light, Atmosphere & Reflections — The Riviera, Morocco, La Dragonnière, and making the gardener row 38:19 Morocco — Six visits, the Red City, the Atlas Mountains, and the Eureka Valley picnics 39:30 Gallery 5 & 6: Recognition — The Royal Academy submission under a pseudonym, Honorary Academician Extraordinary 40:06 Chartwell as Inspiration — 50 years, built for the view, goldfish pools, and the changing seasons 41:45 How a Major Exhibition Comes Together — Loan negotiations, private collections, and 20 years in the making 43:34 The Exhibition Catalog — Six essays, new archival research, and what makes it more than a picture book 47:11 The Contributors — Andrew Roberts on soft power, Catherine Carter on Chartwell, Paul Rafferty on the Riviera, Alan Packwood on Churchill as a visual person 48:36 The Churchill Family's Involvement — Support from the very beginning and throughout 49:16 Why Americans Should Get on a Plane — A revelation, a personality revealed, and a zest for life 50:22 Rapid Fire Churchill Round — Favorite book, film, quote, and painting 53:44 Wrap-Up — Exhibition details, tickets, catalog, and Jonathan's August visit Video Version

Ian discusses a debate among Marlborough councillors over the costs of a posssible new by-law for the local appearance industry, the new Coastguard unit in Marlborough has been funded to build a rescue boat for Havelock, plus the school name change and a trek to a summit for Marlborough Boys' College students and Blenheim teams make a splash in an aquabots competition.

There are now only six horses in history to have recorded an EquiRatings Elo above 900. The latest to join the club? London 52. On this episode, Nicole Brown and Sam Watson break down what the 900 Club actually means, why London 52's consistency is almost unmatched in modern eventing, and how his recent performances compare to some of the greatest horses the sport has ever seen. From Le Lion d'Angers to Blenheim, Bicton, Badminton, and Belsay, the pair look back on the performances that built London 52's remarkable Elo, and why Sam believes he could already be even higher on the all-time list. Plus, where do horses like JL Dublin, Lordships Graffalo, and fischerChipmunk FRH fit into the picture, and could we one day see the sport's first ever 1000-rated horse? Highlights What the EquiRatings Elo actually measures Why only six horses have ever crossed 900 London 52's extraordinary run of triple-figure HPRs The greatest event horses of the modern era Why Sam thinks London 52 could already rank even higher Could a horse ever break the 1000 barrier? Guests Nicole Brown Sam Watson   EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2026 season on Instagram and Facebook.

Thousands of people are gathered in Blenheim for Kia Hukere te Hoe, the biggest kapa haka event ever held in Marlborough. It's returned to the district for the first time in 13 years, bringing together hundreds of kaihaka, their whanau and supporters from across the Te Tauihu rohe. The event's so popular, there isn't enough room for all the schools that wanted to perform. Samantha Gee reports from Blenheim.

In this TRENZ Unpacked episode, Michelle chats with Ajay Vagha from APT Travel Group - a long-time group touring specialist with deep roots in New Zealand (APT's first international destination). Ajay shares why scheduled group touring is enjoying a real resurgence, with travellers valuing the comfort, security and simplicity of having everything taken care of - from airport transfers to luggage handling, priority access, and expert tour commentary. From an operator perspective, Ajay explains why group travel can be a smart “baseline” revenue stream: it's typically booked well in advance, helps with budgeting, staffing and forecasting, and can support shoulder-season cashflow. He also unpacks what APT looks for when selecting experiences: products that are premium and authentic, not “cookie cutter,” plus operators who understand tight touring timelines, can offer flexible timing, and occasionally add something small-but-bespoke to help guests feel special. Ajay busts a big myth: group business isn't immediate. Their planning cycles run long - often 24+ months - with discussions already reaching into 2027–29. He shares what makes a great TRENZ appointment (spoiler: preparation wins), what buyers need operators to have ready (rates timelines, cancellation policies, group terms, imagery - delivered digitally), and why building relationships matters even if you're not the right fit yet. Finally, he flags emerging trends: growth in small group touring, slower-paced travel, longer itineraries, and rising interest in places like Napier, Blenheim and Kaikōura alongside the classic icons. ______________________________________________ Powered by https://www.destinatenz.com  If you, or someone you work with has a great tourism story to share, and would like to come onto the show, please get in touch! This is an independent podcast by tourism strategist Michelle Caldwell. We are absolutely dedicated to bringing you the best tourism business stories and sharing marketing tips and strategies to your ears each week! The best way you can support The Tourism Chat Show is by subscribing, leaving a (rave!) review, (five star!) rating and spreading the word on social media with your friends, family, and colleagues- we love you for that!

The HTH trio of Anthony, Tristan & Brett snap it around to discuss hockey stories from around the world and in our own backyards, including:   -How Ethan Belchetz injury hurts Windsor Spitfires OHL playoff chances - NPHL Playoffs: Alvinston Killer Bees defeat Tilbury Bluebirds in 6 Games - PJHL Jr. C Playoffs: West Stobbs Semifinal Predictions; Lakeshore vs. Blenheim & Essex vs. Amherstburg   Along the way, we get a special guest appearance by Mike Grinnell from Spittin' Chiclets to discuss the NHL Trade Deadline and potential future landing spots for a few NHL stars. What a beauty!   All of this and MORE on the Hat Trick Hockey Podcast!   Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/hthpodcast   Music by Ignore The Evidence https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSnJVPmX2HyiftyCAnEIzKw   Merch store https://hat-trick-hockeyrelentlessdg-media.printify.me   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn1E6n-DiMPZJi090z-VM2g   https://www.youtube.com/@UCHm_5ofvf428-4KAu-qOBFA

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+5.7%), what's driving the continuing high prices and how geopolitical tensions are effecting the market... He talks with Jen Corkran, Rabobank senior animal proteins specialist, about its Q1 Global Beef Quarterly Report, the outlook for 2026 and what effect geopolitical tensions could have on NZ's beef trade... And he talks with up and coming Blenheim driver Arthur Broughan about his performance in his second season racing in the Toyota 86 Championship, learning to drive in a paddock and what he hopes to achieve in motorsport. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with up and coming Blenheim driver Arthur Broughan about his performance in his second season racing in the Toyota 86 Championship, learning to drive in a paddock and what he hopes to achieve in motorsport. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Ian discusses with Kathryn the lease extension at Port Marlborough for the Bluebridge ferry, a controversial cycle lane in Blenheim, a new innovation block underway for Marlborough Boy's College and the Flaxbourne A&P show to celebrate its centenary.

Blenheim residents say AA Insurance has stopped offering new home insurance policies in their town, following similar decisions in Westport and parts of greater Christchurch. The insurer would not confirm that Blenheim and the neighbouring settlements of Renwick and Seddon were subject to its temporary halt. Insurance Council CEO Kris Faafoi says the insurer is still supporting their current customers, and it's important for people to shop around. "They all make their own business decisions about how much exposure they want to have on their books." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After closing out 2025 as world number seven, Sam Lissington sits down to unpack the season that changed everything and the road ahead. She reflects on the pride of consistency across Luhmühlen, Burghley, Blenheim and Strzegom, the satisfaction of finally showing what long-term horses like Sooty can do, and the analytical approach behind improving weaknesses and speed through the winter. Sam also tackles the tougher side of the year: Badminton heartbreak, late injuries to key horses and rebuilding horsepower for 2026–27. Plus, an inside look at Lucas Stone's rise and what data, instinct and market context really mean when buying for championships. Highlights World number seven and a year built on consistency Sooty's Luhmühlen podium and Billy Alberto at Burghley Injuries, resilience and refocusing for 2026 Lucas Stone, New York and future championship horsepower Guest Sam Lissington – International event rider for New Zealand and 2025 world number seven. Team Lissington Open Farm Day 2026 Team Lissington is opening it's doors on the 18th Jan! Bring a friend and watch some Winter horsey action with mulled wine and nibbles

Join your favorite three-piece band of broadcasters; Anthony Gaudette, Tristan McGuire & Brett Hedges as they record their first podcast of 2026 together and weave their way through a bevy of local, national and international hockey topics, including:   - New Year, Same Crispy Podcast!!! - Canada earns Bronze at World Juniors - Team Canada & Team USA Olympic Hockey Roster Breakdowns - Spitfires acquire Pharand, Villaneuve from Sudbury for J.C Lemieux & 8 picks - PJHL Stobbs Division Recap (Dec. 23rd - Jan. 4th) - Essex vs Blenheim, Round 5 Shenanigans   All of this and MORE on episode 215 of the Hat Trick Hockey Podcast.    Download anywhere you download a podcast!   Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/hthpodcast   Music by Ignore The Evidence https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSnJVPmX2HyiftyCAnEIzKw   Merch store https://hat-trick-hockeyrelentlessdg-media.printify.me   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn1E6n-DiMPZJi090z-VM2g   https://www.youtube.com/@UCHm_5ofvf428-4KAu-qOBFA

South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts have been issued for Whakatane, Napier, Hastings, Motueka, Blenheim and Kaikoura. Marlborough sheep and beef farmer, Richard Dawkins spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts have been issued for Whakatane, Napier, Hastings, Motueka, Blenheim and Kaikoura; Summer has been found to carry the most risk for new workers getting into construction; The enormous legacy of Sir Tim Shadbolt includes those praising his role in turning Invercargill's fortune around and his comic genius. Shadbolt died yesterday at the age of 78 in Invercargill; Just how hot is it going to get this weekend across New Zealand? A Hamilton Mum and her 8 year old daughter have found unexpected social media fame while taking a special road trip this summer.

Ben Smart nasceu em 1976 e cresceu em Blenheim, uma cidade de cerca de 27 mil habitantes na região de Marlborough, na Ilha Sul da Nova Zelândia. Blenheim fica na planície de Wairau, cercada por montanhas, com vista para o Estreito de Cook. É uma das cidades mais ensolaradas do país, com mais de 2.400 horas de sol por ano e verões quentes e secos. #557

This is one of those conversations that reminds you how quickly the sport can move when the right horse, the right timing and a lot of patience come together. Lea Siegl joins the show to reflect on a career that has quietly turned into something pretty extraordinary. From being the youngest rider at the Tokyo Olympics to delivering Austria's best-ever European Championship result at Blenheim, she talks about the moments that shaped her, the pressure that didn't always feel like pressure, and the belief it took to keep going when things weren't straightforward. At the heart of it all is DSP Fighting Line. The horse who taught her patience, trust and resilience. Lea also looks ahead to the next phase, with Van Helsing stepping into his moment and Aachen 2026 firmly in focus. Highlights The Olympic journey that came earlier than expected Why Tokyo changed everything, for both horse and rider DSP Fighting Line's story, from spooky youngster to championship star Five-star ambition, championship pressure and learning to trust the process Van Helsing's rise and what the next few seasons could hold Guests Lea Siegl - Austria's leading event rider, Olympic competitor and European Championship top-five finisher, with multiple five-star performances to her name and a growing presence at the very top of the sport. This show is kindly supported by Bedmax, purpose-made, natural horse bedding designed to protect respiratory health, support hooves, and provide a clean, comfortable stable environment.

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by up-and-coming event rider Isabelle Bosley.  Isabelle Bosley is an American 4* event rider who has competed at major international competitions including the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, Badminton, Blenheim, and Bramham. She competed in the CCI4*-L at Morven Park with Night Quality, which was an important milestone in her career. In 2025, she won the MARS Maryland 5 Star CCI3*-L with Conner, marking one of her biggest victories to date. Isabelle spent several years working for Lillian Heard Wood and now works for Olympic rider Phillip Dutton, where she continues to develop young horses, compete at the FEI levels, and support a top-level program.   Isabelle reflects on the trajectory of her career and the people and horses who have shaped her path in eventing, including:  • The influence of Lillian Heard Wood and Phillip Dutton, and the lessons she's carried forward from each of them  • How a stretch of disappointing results, including a Nations Cup appearance, led to her first sponsor and ultimately to finding Conner  • The journey of developing Conner and the thoughtful approach she's taken to building a lasting partnership with him  • Navigating the realities of the industry, from balancing work and riding to managing finances and avoiding burnout  Join Isabelle and Sinead for an honest conversation about grit, opportunity, and the mix of hard work and luck that fuels a career at the top of the sport.  In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher's eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health. Ask An Expert is your go-to podcast for practical, real-world advice from top equestrian professionals. From improving your riding to mastering everyday horse care, our experts break it all down. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1776969830

Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill, KG, OM, CH, TD, FRS, PC (Palacio de Blenheim, 30 de noviembre de 1874 – Londres, 24 de enero de 1965) fue un político y estadista británico, conocido por su liderazgo del Reino Unido durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Es considerado uno de los grandes líderes de tiempos de guerra y fue primer ministro del Reino Unido en dos períodos (1940-45 y 1951-55). Notable estadista y orador, Churchill fue también oficial del Ejército Británico, historiador, escritor y artista

The 2025 season gave us new champions, new pressure points and a European Championships on home soil that delivered every emotion going. In this British Eventing Show, we look back at the moments that shaped the year and look ahead to what 2026 now demands. We're joined by European Champion Laura Collett, Team GB Performance Manager Dickie Waygood, and Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing, for a conversation that moves from Blenheim celebrations to winter planning and everything in between. Highlights Laura on chasing, earning and finally claiming individual European gold Dickie on pressure, pathway planning and the reset towards LA 2028 Rosie on volunteers, legacy, and the BETF's role in the future of the sport Inside Team GB's 2026 strategy and why next year's Worlds matter so much What riders, organisers and members most need heading into a new season Guests Laura Collett, European Champion and Olympic gold medallist Richard "Dickie" Waygood, Performance Manager for Team GB Eventing Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing Follow @britisheventing on Instagram to stay up to date with all the action.  Inspired to get more involved? Find out how you can support training, education and the eventing community:

The 2025 season gave us new champions, new pressure points and a European Championships on home soil that delivered every emotion going. In this British Eventing Show, we look back at the moments that shaped the year and look ahead to what 2026 now demands. We're joined by European Champion Laura Collett, Team GB Performance Manager Dickie Waygood, and Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing, for a conversation that moves from Blenheim celebrations to winter planning and everything in between. Highlights Laura on chasing, earning and finally claiming individual European gold Dickie on pressure, pathway planning and the reset towards LA 2028 Rosie on volunteers, legacy, and the BETF's role in the future of the sport Inside Team GB's 2026 strategy and why next year's Worlds matter so much What riders, organisers and members most need heading into a new season Guests Laura Collett, European Champion and Olympic gold medallist Richard "Dickie" Waygood, Performance Manager for Team GB Eventing Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing

The opening of a new dialysis unit in Blenheim will save patients with kidney failure a four-hour return trip to Nelson for treatment. The four-chair unit, called Tātari Toto, will initially open for three days a week, and could expand as demand grows. Health sector workers say it's life changing and life saving. Samantha Gee reports from Blenheim.

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The national grid has had a major outage at the top of the South Island - cutting power to tens of thousands of homes from Blenheim, to Nelson and Greymouth. 

This is an episode of The Specialist, your weekly dose of wonder. In The Specialist, explore the significance and journey of an extraordinary work through the eyes of those that know it best. On this episode, the extraordinary story of the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé — a car so rare and revered that few believed it would ever leave the Mercedes-Benz museum. Yet it went on to become the most expensive automobile in history. To tell this story to full effect, this episode will feature both Gord Duff, President of RM Sotheby's in Blenheim, Ontario, and Marcus Breitschwerdt, Executive Vice President of Mercedes-Benz and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Heritage. Further details about the episode subject. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heute habe ich Jérôme Robine zu Gast – frischgebackener Team-Europameister 2025 in Blenheim!

We've just wrapped up a European Championships week at Blenheim that will be remembered for a long time. Laura Collett and London 52 are the new European Champions, Michi Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH added another silver to their record, and Tom McEwen with JL Dublin delivered for Britain with individual bronze. Germany took team gold on British soil, Ireland claimed their first European team medal in 30 years, and Switzerland, Austria, and others proved they belong right in the fight. Nicole is joined by Diarm and Catherine to unpack it all: the highs, the heartbreaks, the moments that swung the championships, and why this year felt like a changing of the guard. Episode Highlights Laura Collett's long road to the European title and what it means for London 52's legacy. fischerChipmunk's consistency and Michi Jung's unmatched championship record. Tom McEwen and JL Dublin cementing their partnership with another major medal. Germany's young squad stepping up to take gold from Britain on home turf. Ireland's first European team medal since 1995 — a breakthrough moment. Standout stories from Austria, the Netherlands, and beyond. Mark Phillips' swan-song track: tough on the clock, fair in the questions. The bigger picture: what this Europeans tells us heading into Aachen 2026. Guests Nicole Brown Diarmuid Byrne Catherine Austen EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook. A big thank you to Connolly's Red Mills, Carr & Day & Martin and Foran Equine for supporting our European Championships coverage. From fueling top-level horses to backing the sport, they're a huge part of the eventing community.

Live from Blenheim Palace at the European Eventing Championships, Catherine Austen and Georgie Wood set the scene on cross-country morning with buzzing crowds, standout dressage performances, and anticipation for Mark Phillips' first Blenheim track. EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook. A big thank you to Connolly's Red Mills, Carr & Day & Martin and Foran Equine for supporting our European Championships coverage. From fueling top-level horses to backing the sport, they're a huge part of the eventing community.

As the European Championships at Blenheim get underway, Nicole sits down with Irish team rider Aoife Clark. Fresh from a top result at Cornbury with an exciting six-year-old, Aoife reflects on her journey back to championship level, the quirks and quality of her new ride Full Monty de Lacense, and what it means to be back in Irish colours. From her Olympic debut at London 2012 to the resilience it takes to stay at the top, Aoife shares her path to Blenheim and her hopes for the week ahead. Episode Highlights: Cornbury reflections: Aoife's young horse success Meet Full Monty de Lacense: quirks, and how a one-on-one approach unlocked his potential Building towards Blenheim: key runs at Belsay, Millstreet, and Hartpury The Irish team: fast horses, medal hopes, and why mud might be an advantage Resilience and perspective: Aoife's journey from Olympic debut to her road back to the Europeans Guests: Aoife Clark - Irish team rider for the 2025 European Championships Hosted by Nicole Brown EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook. A big thank you to Connolly's Red Mills, Carr & Day & Martin and Foran Equine for supporting our European Championships coverage. From fueling top-level horses to backing the sport, they're a huge part of the eventing community.

Blenheim's GFS Saddles 8/9yo Class is the bit of the season where you can spot tomorrow's five-star horses in real time. The brief is simple: start in the low-20s, keep the rails up in an early Saturday show-jumping, then hang on when cross-country time gets pricey. Expect a few classy nines to look polished and one or two bold eights to make a name for themselves. This episode looks at the form that usually wins here, the contenders most likely to land it, and the quieter names on our radar. Highlights Conditions: Likely good-to-soft → closer dressage, expensive XC time. What wins: Start in the 20s, finish sub-30; true FODs here are rare. Show jumping: Early Saturday,

Welcome to the Europeans Preview Show, presented by Connoly's Red Mills. Blenheim Palace takes centre stage, the ground could be influential, and all eyes are on London 52 vs. fisherChipmunk. JL Dublin is right there too, with Germany lining up Michael Jung alongside some newer championship names. Add in team tactics, pathfinder debates, and a bit of Eventing Manager strategy, and the stage is set for a proper championship. Highlights Conditions first: Likely good-to-soft. Softer ground = closer dressage scores, cross-country time expensive. The big three: London 52, fisherChipmunk, JL Dublin. Different routes here, same pressure to deliver on Saturday. Team chess: Brits still the benchmark. Germany strong behind Jung, bronze very much alive for Ireland, France, Switzerland. Profiles that travel: Susie Berry/Clever Trick and Pádraig McCarthy/Pomp and Circumstance both suited to a grafty Blenheim track. One to watch: Bubby Upton with It's Cooley Time—reliable jumper, efficient pace, podium potential if conditions bite. Guests Nicole Brown – host Sam Watson – rider and analyst Diarm Byrne – EquiRatings co-founder Spike "the spicy vet" Milligan – equine vet and podcast regular Eventing Manager 2.0 is live for the Europeans. Pick your five-horse team with a 10 million budget, score points across all three phases, and compete in public or private leagues. It's free to play—just head to manager.equiratings.com and get your team locked in before the first dressage test. EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook. A big thank you to Connolly's Red Mills, Carr & Day & Martin and Foran Equine for supporting our European Championships coverage. From fueling top-level horses to backing the sport, they're a huge part of the eventing community.

There's no better way to wrap up Inside Defender Burghley 2025 than with the champion herself. Ros Canter joins Nicole Brown to look back on a history-making week with Lordships Graffalo, who now sits in the record books as the only horse to win both Badminton and Burghley twice. Ros talks through her build-up to the event, balancing pregnancy and preparation, and what helped her to deliver one of the best performances of her career. From handling Walter's freshness in the dressage to the cross-country round that not only made the time but earned the Avebury Trophy for best judged ride, she shares exactly what it felt like from the saddle. They chat about Walter's fitness programme, how Ros has built a system that works, and why his consistency makes him so hard to beat. There's also insight into her first time combining riding with coaching at five-star, the mental focus needed to deliver under pressure, and what comes next as she looks ahead to 2026 while preparing for baby number two. A truly inspiring episode with an incredible human. Episode Highlights The build-up to Burghley with pregnancy in the mix Walter's freshness in the first phase and a 22.4 dressage score Tackling the reversed track and the cross-country round of the week Fitness work, training systems and what makes Walter so special Coaching Cassie Sanger at her first Burghley The mindset and mental toughness behind back-to-back wins Caroline Moore's legacy and what the future looks like for Ros and Walter Guests Rosalind Canter - Olympic gold medalist, multiple five-star winner, and now back-to-back Burghley champion with Lordships Graffalo

A regional airline is spreading it's wings, taking over a vital South Island route that was soon to be abandoned. Originair will start flying Blenheim to Christchurch from late October after Sounds Air announced it was cutting the route in July. Originair chief executive, Robert Inglis spoke to Lisa Owen.

An action plan to help keep small airlines flying regional routes is expected to land on the desk of the Associate Transport Minster any day now. Air NZ serves 20 regional areas, but the smaller carriers are the only ones flying to places like Wairoa, Masterton and Stewart Island. From the end of next month Sounds Air is canning its flights from Blenheim to Christchurch, and Christchurch to Wanaka, due to what it has described as out of control costs. Associate Minister of Transport, James Meager spoke to Lisa Owen.

A new pitch has been made for a two-hour ferry link between the North and South Islands. The ‘North South Express' would see a new port built at Clifford Bay, near Blenheim, through a public-private partnership. The plan proposes a multi-use terminal, with no speed restrictions, and boosted logistics productivity. CB Port Limited Spokesperson Dr Stephen Grice told Mike Hosking they can have the port up and running by 2029 – potentially even earlier. He says they're bringing new engineering and capabilities to the project so the port with a floating wharf can be developed and designed overseas. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Nicole Brown is joined first by Matthew Taylor, Director of Racing at Perth Racecourse, to talk about the build-up to the very first Scone Palace International Horse Trials. From pulling the event together in just 10 months to preparing seven cross-country tracks, Matt shares behind-the-scenes insight into course building, ground management, and what it means for Scottish eventing. Then Spike the Vet steps in to join Nicole for a full preview of the feature classes — the CCI4*-L and CCI4*-S. They run through the EquiRatings Prediction Centre favourites, the ones to watch, and a few dark horses, with plenty of stats, form analysis, and rider backstories to set the scene for the weekend. Episode Highlights: Matthew Taylor on merging racecourse and eventing expertise for year one at Scone How the team is tackling ground prep after a dry summer CCI4*-L contenders — from joint favourites Wills Oakden & Keep It Cooley to Daisy Berkeley's Blenheim runner-up CCI4*-S favourites — why Laura Collett & London 52 could be tough to beat International challengers, dark horses, and form pointers for both classes What's on across the weekend: grassroots championships, showing, show jumping, mounted games, and more Guest Info: Matthew Taylor — Director of Racing, Perth Racecourse Spike Milligan — Equine Vet & regular EquiRatings Podcast contributor Host: Nicole Brown For tickets and event info: www.sconehorsetrials.com  

The rise of drone technology use on the farm has fuelled a rapid ascent for Drone Spray Canada. The business took flight five years ago in an outbuilding on Adrian Rivard's Blenheim, Ont., farm and has grown to include a 6,000 sq. ft. facility, a growing staff, branches across eastern Canada, and a ballooning fleet... Read More

In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster discuss the history and attractions of Blenheim Palace. The conversation includes Foster's ongoing battle with pronouncing "borboleta" (butterfly), complete with syllable-by-syllable coaching from Alexia, and their encounter with the adorable ducks and swans around the palace lakes. They share their personal experiences and discoveries, offering insights into cultural nuances and language challenges encountered along the way. As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won't find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!E agora em português…

A group representing airlines says prices will continue to go up and more services will be lost if there is not a reset of the air industry's investment structure. Cath O'Brien from the Board of Airline Representatives is among industry representatives to call out spiralling costs in the wake of Sounds Air having to cut their routes from Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wanaka. The rise in security levies means airlines will pay $10.91 per domestic passenger instead of $6.57 and $22.30 per international passenger instead of $13.12. Cath O'Brien from the Board of Airline Representatives spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Sounds Air has announced further cuts in their regional routes meaning tourists jumping between spots in the South Island like Blenheim and Christchurch will first have to travel north to Wellington. From the 28th of September, Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wanaka flights will stop. The company cites escalating costs like a 145% increase in the civil aviation authority levies and a weak New Zealand dollar among the reasons for the cutback. It means 10 staff will lose their job. Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor is worried about the impact it will have on the region and spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Two popular regional flights in the South Island are on the chopping block due to what is has been described as 'out of control' costs. Sounds Air will soon can its flights from Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wanaka. It comes after the airline cancelled its services from Wellington to Taupo and Wellington to Westport last December, and sold an aircraft. It has been seen as not just a blow to hopes of boosting tourism but also for healthcare and those needing treatment at Christchurch Hospital. Tess Brunton reports.

durée : 00:58:51 - Les Grandes Traversées - Les racines du jeune Winston disent tout. Partons donc au Palais de Blenheim, où la lignée des Marlborough, dont Churchill, a vécu et grandit. Ce château, "un peu notre Versailles", raconte un Churchill aventurier, avec une destinée. Né en 1874 au Palais de Blenheim, en Angleterre, Winston Churchill a grandi près de sa grand-mère, bien plus que de ses parents, comme le voulait l'usage parmi les aristocrates de l'époque. Celui que l'on surnommait "le vieux lion" a raconté ses jeunes années dans un livre publié en 1930, My Early life. En observant cette atmosphère marquée par l'imaginaire de la guerre et des batailles à Blenheim, on comprend que le petit Winston était en vérité un "soldat né". L'écrivain en herbe Le poète franco-britannique Michael Edwards évoque la prévalence des mots dans la jeunesse de Churchill : "Son premier souvenir, c'était une phrase. Il dit qu'à l'âge de quatre ans, lorsqu'il était en Irlande, et que son grand-père, le duc de Marlborough, a inauguré, dévoilé une statue à un grand militaire, il a prononcé un discours, et Churchill pense se rappeler une phrase : 'Et d'une salve cinglante, il fracassa les lignes ennemies.' Je trouve ça très intéressant parce que la phrase est merveilleuse. Il se peut que Churchill l'ait un peu réaménagé, mais la phrase est très puissante, très anglaise et très rythmée. Il avait le sens de la langue et il avait acquis, en quelque sorte, toutes les possibilités de l'anglais. Il connaissait les ressources de l'anglais comme un vrai écrivain." Churchill le comique Une fameuse anecdote racontée par le concerné veut que le jeune Winston ait été tout à fait déconcerté par un cours de latin portant sur la déclinaison du mot "mensa", la "table". Alors que son professeur s'efforçait de lui enseigner le vocatif — "mensa" — en expliquant qu'il s'agissait du cas à employer pour s'adresser à l'objet en question, Churchill répondit malicieusement qu'il ne parlait jamais aux tables... "Ce que j'ai remarqué dans ce livre My Early Life, raconte Michael Edwards, c'est que c'est un grand livre comique. La comédie ne le quitte jamais, qu'il parle de l'armée, qu'il aimait énormément, et où il trouvait beaucoup de glamour dans le sens anglais du mot, beaucoup de panache, de couleurs, etc. Ou qu'il parle de l'école, qu'il parle de ses amis politiciens ou qu'il parle de ses discours, etc. Il y a toujours des traits d'humour." L'officier au panier percé Le jeune Churchill manquait d'argent. Bien que sa famille eût été fortunée, Winston se voyait régulièrement refuser les sommes d'argent qu'il demandait à sa mère, à 20 ans, pour satisfaire les standards de la vie d'officier. L'écrivain Eric Simon raconte : "Il a toujours eu des problèmes d'argent parce que, disons-le, il vivait vraiment au-dessus de ses moyens." Il parvint à se constituer des ressources complémentaires grâce au journalisme : "Il a commencé à avoir une dérogation de son officier supérieur pour qu'il puisse écrire des articles. À l'époque, on lui payait en article 5 pounds (...). 5 pounds, ce serait à peu près aujourd'hui 250 livres de l'article. C'est grâce à la presse qu'il a pu tenir son standing de jeune officier, fréquenter un club, offrir le Champagne et le Porto à ses amis, comme un officier devait vivre." L'écriture se frayait ainsi un chemin dans la vie du jeune homme, avant même la consécration du prix Nobel.

durée : 00:58:51 - Les Grandes Traversées - Les racines du jeune Winston disent tout. Partons donc au Palais de Blenheim, où la lignée des Marlborough, dont Churchill, a vécu et grandit. Ce château, "un peu notre Versailles", raconte un Churchill aventurier, avec une destinée.

durée : 00:58:51 - Les Grandes Traversées - Les racines du jeune Winston disent tout. Partons donc au Palais de Blenheim, où la lignée des Marlborough, dont Churchill, a vécu et grandit. Ce château, "un peu notre Versailles", raconte un Churchill aventurier, avec une destinée.

People in Kaikoura wanting to to sit their licences are being driven out of town, having to go hundreds of kilometres away to get pratical test. A mobile testing unit comes to Kaikoura regularly but that's only for licence renewals and theory exams, so this means a trip to Blenheim or Rangiora. Kaikoura doesn't have an approved practical test route despite locals saying they have all the elements they need, including roundabouts. Mayor Craig Mackle spoke to Lisa Owen.

We're straight back into five-star fever with a Luhmühlen Preview Show supported by FLAIR Strips. It is shaping up as a British battle, with London 52 leading the charge for a fourth five-star victory. But can anyone stop Laura Collett's phenomenon? From dressage records to European team implications, this weekend could reshape the summer's storylines. In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the favourites and the form heading into one of the most compelling Luhmühlen fields in recent history. Highlights: London 52's Dominance – Three of the top four five-star finishing scores in 17 years and sub-21 finishes becoming the norm The British Superpower – Top six on prediction center all British ladies and a 95% win probability Ros Canter's Challenge – Can Izilot DHI upset the order? Kitty King's Quest – Vendredi Biats searching for that elusive five-star win European Implications – Could Luhmühlen results shake up Blenheim team selections? Dark Horse Picks – Wills Oakden with Keep It Cooley and Allison Springer's No May Moon Guests: Nicole Brown – Host of The Eventing Podcast Diarmuid Byrne – Co-founder of EquiRatings Sponsors: FLAIR Strips are very kindly supporting our European 5* shows this year. FLAIR Strips are veterinarian-developed, drug-free nasal strips that help your horse breathe easier during exercise by supporting the soft tissues over their nasal passages. With proven benefits like reduced fatigue, faster recovery, and energy conservation, FLAIR Strips give equine athletes the respiratory support they need to perform at their best. FLAIR Strips proudly support many elite equestrian athletes including Alex Bragg, Buck Davidson, Bubby Upton, and Phillip Dutton. Allison Springer, who is competing at this years Luhmühlen five-star is a proud Team FLAIR rider. She is just one example of top-level athletes trusting and relying on FLAIR Strips for their performance edge this weekend. Read more on Team FLAIR riders here. Check out the FLAIR Strips website and follow them on Instagram to see more! EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Want more insights, picks, and data-driven takes? Follow @equiratings_eventing for all things eventing.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international horse dealer Richard Sheane. Richard Sheane is a renowned horse dealer who runs Cooley Farm in Wicklow, Ireland, alongside his wife, Georgina Philips. Cooley Farm is a leading source of top-quality Irish sport horses, recognized globally under the “Cooley” name. Richard started his career working for international showjumpers Jack and Edward Doyle but always aspired to buy and sell horses himself. His expertise and dedication transformed Cooley Farm into a global leader, with several horses achieving 5* success. In 2018, Cooley Master Class became the first Cooley horse to win a 5*. The previous year at Blenheim 2017, Cooley Lands won the CIC3* eight- and nine-year-old class, and Cooley Cross Border won the CCI3*. In this episode, Richard discusses topics related to producing and selling young horses, including: • His approach to sourcing and producing the top young horses in Ireland. • The characteristics that make a good horseman and young horse trainer. • Where the name “Cooley” came from and what the name says about the standard of the horse. • What buyers should prioritize when looking for the right horse. Join Richard and Sinead in this exciting conversation about sourcing, producing, and selling quality young horses.

On episode 393, Ryan presents an exclusive audio documentary based on a relatively unknown UFO event that occurred in New Zealand in 1959. Eileen Moreland went out to milk the cows one morning in the South Island town of Blenheim. She returned home about eighty minutes later with an extraordinary story. "You may think I am mad,” she told police, “but I saw a flying saucer." After reporting the incident to the police, the local Air Force Base got involved and began to privately investigate the report. What they uncovered, and the events that followed, would both haunt the Air Force investigators and the Moreland family for many years to come.Special thanks to our voiceover talents: Jim Rees, Megan Mazzoccone, and Steve Mazzoccone.Book Ryan on CAMEO at: https://bit.ly/3kwz3DOPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/somewhereskiesByMeACoffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQPayPal: Sprague51@hotmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/NTkmuwyB4FBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ryansprague.bsky.socialTwitter: https://twitter.com/SomewhereSkiesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/somewhereskiespod/Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/Sprague51/Order Ryan's new book: https://a.co/d/4KNQnM4Order Ryan's older book: https://amzn.to/3PmydYCStore: http://tee.pub/lic/ULZAy7IY12URead Ryan's articles at: https://medium.com/@ryan-sprague51Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per KiilstofteProduced by LIONSGATECopyright © 2024 Ryan Sprague. All rights reservedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/somewhere-in-the-skies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.