Podcasts about Cosy

Sometimes you just need a book that feels like a warm hug, right? Candice L Davis joins me for a Fiction Pop-Up where we chat about our go-to comfort reads - the books we reach for when the world feels a bit much. Candice tells me about her love of Stephen King + Toni Morrison, while I confess to my low-key obsession with cosy crime. Give me a murder in a charming village with characters I'd happily take tea with + I'll read straight through whatever virus has me in its grip, and emerge not only healthy but weirdly informed on little known poisons. We discuss what actually makes a book comforting + why sometimes you just want to disappear into someone else's world for a while. For more great recommendations - look for more in this Fiction Pop-Up strand Books discussed in this episode: Wool - Hugh Howey Various books - Stephen King Matthew Bartholomew series - Susanna Gregory Inspector Brunetti series - Donna Leon Various books - Anne Perry Paradise - Toni Morrison Beloved - Toni Morrison The Bluest Eye - Toni Morrison Jazz - Toni Morrison Ellie Jordan Ghost Trapper series - J.L. Bryan Danube Blues series - Adam LeBor Candice's Website:  candiceldavis.com Candice's Podcast:  Nothing but the Words Candice's Instagram: instagram.com/candiceldavis ==== If you'd like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don't forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn't your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you've actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

This weekend’s lineup is as big as it gets: a sweet indie comedy, a whodunnit that will have you glued to the screen and two alien thrillers that will have you questioning everything.Plus, we have a very special guest joining us today to spill the tea on an exciting new addition to The Spill family. We’ve just launched Watch Party, our prestige television podcast dedicated to unpacking the biggest shows dominating screens. Each season takes a deep dive into one must-watch series, and our very first episode is out now on The Thursday Murder Club — the twisty Netflix mystery based on the best-selling novel everyone’s talking about.Listen to the first episode of Watch Party here. And read our interview with The Ballad Of Wallis Island star Carey Mullian here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media The Spill podcast is on TikTok here and on Instagram here and you can check out our vodcast on Youtube here. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. To explore more Mamamia shows including those mentioned in this show browse here Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik, Em Vernem & Taylah Strano Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re loving all the new couples in the air, especially a new one that’s come about over the weekend, Harry Styles & Zoe Kravitz! Plus, we finally know what Chappell Roan’s new single ‘Subway’ is about. (00:00) There's a new love in the air! (03:30) What is 'Subway' about? (05:35) The Block is a buzz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La Fréquence prend quelques vacances et du repos cet été mais on ne vous laisse pas sans rien ! ⛱️On vous partage quelques aftershows : ces contenus bonus pour les abonnés Patreon qu'on enregistre avec nos invités à chaque fin d'émission.Un grand merci au passage à toutes celles et ceux qui nous soutiennent depuis cette plateforme - à retrouver ici : https://www.patreon.com/frequence934Invitée de cet aftershow : Caro from Woodland, illustratrice, autrice & créatrice cosy. Cet aftershow a été originellement publié le 18 novembre 2023 sur Patreon.Pour prolonger l'aventure Harry Potter avec nous :Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/frequence934Twitter : https://twitter.com/frequence934Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/frequence934Discord : https://discord.com/invite/ps7FgM2bfGTwitch : https://www.twitch.tv/stream9troisquartsNotre volière : frequence934@gmail.comou à : Fréquence 9 3/4, Espace Conquérant, 3 Place Jean Nouzille 14000 Caen FRANCESoutenez-nous également sur Tipeee : https://fr.tipeee.com/frequence934Thème musical :Moonlight Hall, de Kevin MacLeod (Licence CC BY 3.0)Jérémy & Marina ⚡Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Former BBC One controller, ITV director of television and co-founder of independent producer Expectation, Peter Fincham [01:02], and Red Planet Pictures co-CEO Alex Jones and executive producer Tim Key [20:02] discuss The Chelsea Detective, Death in Paradise and the growing appeal of 'cosy crime' as C21 investigates the genre.

Het is zomer. Voor veel mensen betekent dat eindelijk tijd om te lezen. Maar ja, wat lees je dan? NRC Vandaag presenteert deze week een eigen Boekenweek vol met gesprekken met onze specialisten: over mustreads en pageturners om deze zomer te lezen.In deze aflevering: redacteur Nathalie Wouters over cosy fictie. Dit genre bestaat in Japan en Zuid-Korea al meer dan tien jaar. Sinds een jaar of twee wordt het ook in Nederland steeds groter. Wat maakt een roman cosy? En wat is de aantrekkingskracht van dit nieuwe genre?Gast: Nathalie WoutersPresentatie: Bram EndedijkRedactie: Noor van LeemputMontage: Gal Tsadok-HaiEindredactie: Tessa ColenCoördinatie: Belle BraakhekkeProductie: Andrea HuntjensHeb je vragen, suggesties of ideeën over onze journalistiek? Mail dan naar onze redactie via podcast@nrc.nl.Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This weekend’s recs include one hell of a TV comeback, a new romance that's bound to end in an emotional gut-punch, and a K-Pop show so chaotic we had to bring in a special guest to explain it.Laura is backing the return of a gloriously violent series with a surprising amount of heart, Tina Burke’s got a new Netflix rom-com that’ll leave you weeping on the couch, and Claire Murphy introduces us to a hidden gem involving demons (yes, some of them are hot), and chart-topping bangers... trust us, even if it doesn't sound like your usual jam, we guarantee it'll be on your watch list after this episode.Your weekend binge list starts here.LISTEN:Want more TV & Movie recommendations? Check out these episodes: The Best Romantic Comedy TV Shows Of All TimeWeekend Watch: A Seductive Mystery, A New Crime Thriller & The Return of Adam SandlerWeekend Watch: The Ultimate Teen Romance, A Star-Studded Slasher & The Best Comedy On TV Read more about our entertainment team's recommendations for the weekend here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media The Spill podcast is on TikTok here and on Instagram here. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik, Tina Burke & Claire MurphyExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:03:22 - Simone : une maison de la ménopause à Toulouse, première en France - C'est à Toulouse que vient d'être crée la toute première maison de santé exclusivement dédiée à la ménopause : la Maison Simone est ouverte depuis début juin et espère lever les tabous sur les difficultés rencontrées par les femmes matures. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:03:22 - Simone : une maison de la ménopause à Toulouse, première en France - C'est à Toulouse que vient d'être crée la toute première maison de santé exclusivement dédiée à la ménopause : la Maison Simone est ouverte depuis début juin et espère lever les tabous sur les difficultés rencontrées par les femmes matures. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Sunday, July 13, 2025

Odcinek #217, w którym z Karoliną Morawiecka idziemy na spacer do jednego z krakowskich parków.Rozmawiamy o powieści „Potrójny blef”. „Zaczyna się tak, jak powinien zaczynać się kryminał. Jest mięso”- zaczyna rozmowę autorka. Dopytuję dlaczego J jak jedzenie jest ważne w tej opowieści i czy Konstancja T jak Tatarewiczówna mogłaby być wnuczką T jak Tatarkiewicza. Uciekamy razem z bohaterką przed społecznymi K jak konwenansami i wpadamy na Ś jak śledczego: Ewarysta Grzebinogę. Karolina przyznaje, ze sięgnęła po B jak bohaterów, o których dziś nikt nie pamięta. Trafiamy do P jak pensjonatu na Pieskowej Skale i wpadamy w C jak czas przeszły- do dwudziestolecia międzywojennego. Jest Z jak zbrodniarz, J jak jadłospis, H jak hrabina, K jak kalki z Agathy Christie i różne rodzaje B jak blefów. Jest też  W jak Witkacy, H jak hucuł w klozecie. I jest powiedzenie Piłsudskiego: „pierdel, serdel, burdel”. Razem z Konstancją sięgamy po książkę, która nas bulwersuje i próbujemy uwolnić się z G jak gorsetu. Okazuje się, że więcej W jak wolności mają S jak służące chłopki. Wracamy do P jak pisania Karoliny. Dopytuję, jak pisząc R jak retro kryminał nie upupić się językowo. Pojawiają się nagle dwa Z jak zeszyty pomysłów i podstawowa Z jak zasada: w porze obiadu się nie zabija. 

Hello my lovely Sleepy Cats, The adventure begins here! As mentioned, we will be enjoying some previously released Middle Earth stories, divided up into episodes, as well as many more brand new tales on the way, which, once the saga is complete, will create the most epic Lord of the Rings sleep adventure. There are so many lands to explore, characters to meet, and stories to weave, and this is only the very beginning. There will also be some exclusive episodes, only for Patrons, so keep an eye out for those in the not so distant future! If you would like to enjoy ad-free content, exclusive sleep stories, live readings and more, then you can join our wonderful Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/sleepycatmeditations

No grit, no gore, just a warm feeling of enjoyment and escape, cosy fantasy is the new sub-genre in the world of books. Catherine Robertson shared details with Jesse along with her latest reading recommendations: Stone and Sky by Ben Aaronovitch (Hachette) Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood (Pan Macmillan) The Unquiet Grave by Dervla McTiernan (Harper Collins)

Listen in to this month's Network Call as Rick Benger and Synes Elischka introduce their Microsolidarity inspired projects: Liminal Learning and Cosy Club!We had some great follow-up conversations after each presentation and many came away inspired with new insights and ideas. What do these projects and approaches spark in you? - LINKS -Microsolidarity Summer Camp 2025Microsolidarity NewsletterFind out more about Liminal LearningGet news and see conversations with the Liminal Learning teamFollow RickFind out more about Synes's team management workIntentional Society's Developmental Practice Series (starting soon!)

Sven Lorig umgibt sich gerne mit Frauen: Mit seiner eigenen, vier Töchtern, einer Hündin namens Cosy und jetzt auch noch mit diversen Hühnern! Ein Hahn kommt ihm aber nicht ins Haus! Wobei, vielleicht würde er dann mal zu Wort kommen! Zuhause muss er sich die Redezeit nämlich hart erkämpfen, das sieht im ARD-Morgenmagazin anders aus. Dort moderiert er schon eine halbe Ewigkeit, seit über 20 Jahren! Seine neue Hündin Cosy durfte bislang nicht mit ins Studio. 15 Jahre lang war ein Hund aus dem Tierschutz ein zusätzliches Familienmitglied, nun ist es die Kromfohrländer-Dame, die gerne ins Bett möchte, aber striktes Bett- und Sofaverbot hat! Da ist Sven streng! Und wenn er nicht gerade mit Cosy trainiert, oder im Hühnerstall sitzt, um zu entspannen, zieht es ihn immer noch gerne mit seiner Frau aufs Tanzparkett! Ob er bei der RTL-Show „Lets dance!“ mitmachen würde, warum er manchmal im Keller schläft, wie oft er sich mit seiner Frau streitet und wie geduldig er ist, verrät der Journalist in dieser Folge. Außerdem plaudert er darüber, warum ihn Hühner so begeistern, warum er eine Weile mit Leine, aber ohne Hund spazieren gegangen ist, und ob er selbst ein gutes Rudeltier ist. Zum Nachlesen findet Ihr Sven & Cosy auch in unserem neuen Buch: "Prominente Schnauzen - Von Stars, ihren Vierbeinern und besonderen Momenten", Callwey-Verlag Autoren: Jule Gölsdorf Christine Langner Instagram: @julegoelsdorf @christine_langner @sven.lorig

This ep is your sign to cosy your brand up - because the brands that make us feel something are the ones we stick with.In this episode, I'm walking you through how to shift your brand from 'shouting at a crowd' to 'inviting one person into your cosy corner of the internet'. I've got tips to help you build a brand that's warm, personal, and feels like home - a brand built just for your dream human.We chat through:Why broadcasting to everyone doesn't work - and what to do insteadHow to use visuals, words, and emotion to create a consistent vibeWhat it means to build a brand that feels like home to your audienceThe power of speaking to one person and letting your human-ness shineHow to create your own branded language and in-jokesThis is your permission slip to make your brand feel like a safe little nook where your people feel truly seen, understood, and ready to buy.

A warm welcome to this sleepy bedtime audiobook. Tonight we will hear the story of ‘The Velveteen Rabbit' by Margery Williams, which is such a heart-warming and moving tale. It is perfect for a cosy night in as you settle in for a deep sleep. We will begin with a short breathing pattern, to help you slow down and relax before beginning tonight's story. If you would like to enjoy ad-free content, exclusive sleep stories, live readings and more, then you can join our wonderful Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/sleepycatmeditations

It could be very easy as a coach who may in the future or right now who is working mostly or even all of the time on your own, that relationships with other coaches and business owners really don't matter that much. And nothing could be further from the truth. The quality of relationships you have with fellow coaches and aligned business owners can make a huge difference in your success as a coach and the expansion and impact of your business. Cosy up on the couch to learn more about how to go about building amazing relationships as a coach.  Website: https://www.beautifulyoucoachingacademy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bycacademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulYouByJulie

It's getting colder out there, listeners, so why not curl up with an episode of Differently Brained and a cozy video game? Lachlan and Jacinta chat about what a cozy game is (and what it isn't), how they help us regulate and feel safe and calm, and some recommendations for you to try out. Resources: Gaming statistics in Australia - Australia Plays 2023 Report - Interactive Games and Entertainment Association Reuters article - Cozy comfort: new research backs up what games have thought for years: video games can be an antidote to stress and anxiety Önnberg, M. (2024). Cozy games and their impact: An exploration study of coziness in games. - http://his.diva-portal.org/smash/record.jsf?pid=diva2:1881616  Bowdidge, S. (2024). Cosy games: How games such as Animal Crossing help mental health, BBC News -  https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglk8wl3lylo  https://wholesomegames.com/     

On the show today, since the weather in Australia is starting to get a bit chilly and we’re easing into winter, we’ve recorded a bit of a love letter to the cosiest movies of all time.From classic rom-coms, to heartwarming comedies, laugh out loud movies and underrated gems that are sure to become your new favourite films, these are the movies that will keep you company on a winter’s day.So snuggle up on the couch, nestle under a blanket, pour yourself a warm cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) and settle in to watch the movies that will make you feel feel like you’ve been wrapped up in a cosy warm hug. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avec Medoc et Moguri du Cosy Corner. Présenté par Florent Bernard et Adrien Ménielle. On en parle de choses dans cet épisode : des meilleures maman, de consommation de Youtube, du sens de l'humour d'un singe, d'être un peigne-cul dans le train, de proutgate, de mentir, de la comédie musicale de Rabbi Jacob et du menuisier de Francky Vincent le restaurant.C'EST LE RETOUR DU MERCH : https://traphic.fr/collections/floodcast !Bises,Flo. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Do you dream of a love that feels warm, secure, and deeply caring—one that's rooted in loyalty, kindness, and the quiet joys of everyday life? If so, you may be the Caretaker LoveType (ISFJ on the Myers-Briggs personality test), the devoted nurturer who cherishes emotional intimacy and harmonious relationships. On our Love University podcast, we explored the distinctive romantic needs and strengths of the Caretaker—one of the most caring love personality styles from my classic book, LoveTypes (lovetype.com). Here's what we discovered: As a Caretaker, you approach life with a generous heart, exceptional empathy, and strong devotion, making you a compassionate and dependable partner. You thrive in relationships that offer emotional closeness, stability, and a shared appreciation for cozy routines. For you, love means building a sanctuary—a warm, comforting home filled with thoughtful gestures, heartfelt conversations, and small acts of kindness that deepen bonds over time. Whether preparing a favorite meal, remembering special occasions, or creating welcoming traditions, you find immense joy in giving love through steady and practical care. However, your giving nature may sometimes lead you to put your own needs last, causing you to feel emotionally drained or underappreciated. Fortunately, your innate sensitivity often help you gently communicate your needs, restoring balance and nurturing mutual respect. Your ability to tune into your partner's emotional landscape and offer unwavering support creates lasting bonds of trust and affection. To attract and cultivate your ideal partnership, consider these helpful pointers: Express Your Needs Clearly: Because you naturally focus on others' happiness, you might downplay your own emotional desires. Openly sharing your feelings and needs helps your partner recognize how best to care for you in return, creating a balanced and fulfilling relationship. Find a Partner Who Appreciates Stability: Seek someone who values consistency, loyalty, and heartfelt connection as much as you do. Together, you'll create a harmonious home that honors both your emotional depth and shared values. Balance Giving and Receiving: Though giving nurtures your soul, it's equally important to graciously accept love, appreciation, and support from your partner. Learning to comfortably receive strengthens intimacy and mutual understanding. Honor Your Quiet Strength: Celebrate your natural talents—such as organizing, empathizing, and quietly supporting—without feeling pressure to become someone else. Your gentle strength is deeply attractive to partners who seek genuine, lasting love. Ultimately, the key to finding lasting happiness as a Caretaker is recognizing your remarkable capacity for nurturing love, while ensuring that your own emotional well-being is also prioritized. When you build your cozy home with someone who honors your warmth and devotion, you'll experience the quiet joy and deep connection you've always desired. With the right partner, you'll find that love isn't merely about caring for each other—it's about feeling equally cherished, supported, and at home together.  

Do you dream of a love that feels warm, secure, and deeply caring—one that's rooted in loyalty, kindness, and the quiet joys of everyday life? If so, you may be the Caretaker LoveType (ISFJ on the Myers-Briggs personality test), the devoted nurturer who cherishes emotional intimacy and harmonious relationships. On our Love University podcast, we explored the distinctive romantic needs and strengths of the Caretaker—one of the most caring love personality styles from my classic book, LoveTypes (lovetype.com). Here's what we discovered: As a Caretaker, you approach life with a generous heart, exceptional empathy, and strong devotion, making you a compassionate and dependable partner. You thrive in relationships that offer emotional closeness, stability, and a shared appreciation for cozy routines. For you, love means building a sanctuary—a warm, comforting home filled with thoughtful gestures, heartfelt conversations, and small acts of kindness that deepen bonds over time. Whether preparing a favorite meal, remembering special occasions, or creating welcoming traditions, you find immense joy in giving love through steady and practical care. However, your giving nature may sometimes lead you to put your own needs last, causing you to feel emotionally drained or underappreciated. Fortunately, your innate sensitivity often help you gently communicate your needs, restoring balance and nurturing mutual respect. Your ability to tune into your partner's emotional landscape and offer unwavering support creates lasting bonds of trust and affection. To attract and cultivate your ideal partnership, consider these helpful pointers: Express Your Needs Clearly: Because you naturally focus on others' happiness, you might downplay your own emotional desires. Openly sharing your feelings and needs helps your partner recognize how best to care for you in return, creating a balanced and fulfilling relationship. Find a Partner Who Appreciates Stability: Seek someone who values consistency, loyalty, and heartfelt connection as much as you do. Together, you'll create a harmonious home that honors both your emotional depth and shared values. Balance Giving and Receiving: Though giving nurtures your soul, it's equally important to graciously accept love, appreciation, and support from your partner. Learning to comfortably receive strengthens intimacy and mutual understanding. Honor Your Quiet Strength: Celebrate your natural talents—such as organizing, empathizing, and quietly supporting—without feeling pressure to become someone else. Your gentle strength is deeply attractive to partners who seek genuine, lasting love. Ultimately, the key to finding lasting happiness as a Caretaker is recognizing your remarkable capacity for nurturing love, while ensuring that your own emotional well-being is also prioritized. When you build your cozy home with someone who honors your warmth and devotion, you'll experience the quiet joy and deep connection you've always desired. With the right partner, you'll find that love isn't merely about caring for each other—it's about feeling equally cherished, supported, and at home together.  

New Zealand adds to the cosy crime genre with Gareth and Louise Ward's The Bookshop Detectives.

This is week 3 of our series, "RockStar: The Life of Peter". Happy Mother's Day!

Emilia Fuller heads out to Kensington for this week's food review. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to solving crimes, Sister Isabella is second to ‘nun'. In the picturesque village of Santa Caterina, nestled in the rolling Tuscan hills, convent life is turned upside down when one o... Uitgegeven door SAGA Egmont Spreker: Sara Alexander

Sometimes the most divine interventions come when you're ´nun´ the wiser Benvenuto a Santa Caterina, a picturesque Tuscan village where the abbey bells usually chime at noon. But today, Sister Isab... Uitgegeven door SAGA Egmont Spreker: Sara Alexander

The Government's move to seize control of British Steel has highlighted the extent of Chinese involvement in the UK's critical infrastructure - is the UK too cosy with China? Plus, our columnists reveal their favourite hymns. Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and Patrick Kidd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The COST COSY Action is redefining scientific collaboration by fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion across chemistry, physics, and materials science. Led by María Pilar de Lara-Castells, the network of 400+ researchers from 45 countries is breaking barriers in academia by supporting women in science, early-career researchers, and underrepresented scientists.Initiatives like FemCOSY, mentorship programs, and leadership training are transforming the research landscape, proving that inclusivity drives excellence.Visit their website: cost-cosy.eu

Liz Douglas home cook, new mum, founder of the Glow Diaries and cook book author of Cosy Vegan shares a few dishes and recipes with Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife. 

In this episode, we're looking at research from an interdisciplinary network named COSY, funded by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) agency. Their workgroup researching ‘Confined systems in Astrochemistry' is led by Professors Lauri Halonen from Helsinki University in Finland and Malgorzata Biczysko from Wroclaw University in Poland. They are engaged in laboratory and computational experiments on new molecules detected in the interstellar medium. Visit their site: https://cost-cosy.eu/

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by ALEX HORNE of TASKMASTER & THE HORNE SECTION!Looking back over Alex's previous appearance on Distraction Pieces, all those years ago back in 2017, it looks like this encore meetup happens in exactly the same way - in the caravan, under a revolving cast of airplanes. But all is well! The planes are not intrusive (apart from to the sunlight), and the chat is not a simple rehash of old things, because how could it be? So much has happened since, though one thing remains - Taskmaster is the immovable object and we are all much better for it. So enjoy this catchup which hits upon all the things you would hope for, including much behind the scenes gold and some hints at what might be on the horizon with the (at time of typing) forthcoming season. It's not all Taskmaster though, as Alex breaks down a lot of what else has been happening and will be happening in a solo and group capacity. So much to enjoy - and you shall!PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureALEX'S 2017 APPEARANCENO MORE JOCKEYSTASKMASTERTHE HORNE SECTIONINSTAGRAMSPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMPIP TWITTERPIP PATREONPIP IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes it takes an outsider to come in and give a dyed-in-the-wool farmer a wee nudge. This is where Southland entrepreneur Laura Todd comes in. You can read more here.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

IT'S BEEN 38 DAYS SINCE HIS LAST LOSS!!! Booker's current record is 2458 wins with 159 losses, this morning all of Austin is rooting for Cosy in North Austin!!!  LET'S WELCOME HER TO AUSTIN'S FAVORITE POP CULTURE TRIVIA GAME...CAN'T BEAT BOOKER!!!

Sakes alive, we're 35, and in this episode we've been inspired by the recent release of Wanderstop to turn our attention to the nebulous topic of cosy games. Is "cosy" a genre? A theme? A vibe? Are all cosy games broadly the same, or is it just a blanket term that can refer to any game without a central combat mechanic? Is "cosy" even still a valid classification now that we've moved so far past all major new titles being, essentially, Doom with a different paint job? All these questions and more will be debated enthusiastically by the Indieventure trio, even if we entirely lack the ability to form a consensus that provides you with definitive answers. What we can manage, however, is to rattle off a bunch of cosy game recommendations, drawing from personal favourites and cosy classics (and indeed both) to come up with a list that encompasses indie titles as disparate as Stardew Valley (naturally), Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Dorfromantik, Dungeons of Hinterberg, the Frog Detective trilogy, House Flipper 2, Lil' Gator Game, Ooblets, PowerWash Simulator, Proteus, Tangle Tower, Tiny Life, TOEM, Wilmot Works It Out, and Frostpunk (no, really!). We also have a crack at an informal group review of Wanderstop, which has elicited an impressive array of thoughts and opinions among a trio of people who normally tend to kind of agree on most things. Who thought what? You'll have to listen to find out, but I can reveal it's a good chat. (And if you haven't yet listened to the recent Indieventure Extra episode where Liam interviews creators Davey Wreden and Karla Zimonja, here's the link to that!) Finally, as always, we end with our current hyperfixations. Liam is still absolutely caning through an essential catalogue of new and recent game releases, and has this time turned his attention to Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest in Capcom's long-running series about invading the habitats of majestic creatures and turning their hides into some fancy pants. Rebecca is trying to live by Wanderstop's example and be kinder to herself, which mainly involves taking a lot of naps at the moment, but she also throws in a couple of bonus recommendations for anti-burnout narratives in the form of Travis Baldree's high fantasy coffee shop novel Legends & Lattes, and of course the evergreen Pokémon Concierge miniseries. And Rachel's circled back to Mindhack, a dystopian visual novel about neutralising enemies of the state with beautiful electronic flowers that painfully rewire their dissident thoughts. You might remember this one from a couple of years ago, and it's good to see it still steadily making its way through early access, and now including four chapters of a planned eight-slash-nine. Our music was written and performed by Ollie Newbury! Find him on Instagram at @newbsmusic. Meanwhile, you can find us at indieventurepodcast.co.uk or wherever you listen to podcasts, and don't forget that you can now join our dedicated Discord too!

Canada's crucial relationship with the U.S. is in its worst crisis ever. And Mark Carney's first urgent trip as prime minister is … to Europe. Brian talks with John Ivison and Lorne Gunter this week to assess Carney's first curious moves as the newly selected Liberal leader. But while Carney's already saddled with loads of negative baggage — and just added more with some cabinet picks — none of it may matter, they say. Climate-regulatory alarmism like Trudeau on steroids? Weak French? Soft on crime? Cosy with China? Carney can skate past all of it by calling an election soon, as long as Trump keeps threatening us and Liberals keep persuading voters Carney's the right man to handle him. (Recorded March 14, 2025) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in Sports MSU goes on a 19-2 run after trailing by 10 with just over 12 minutes left to beat Iowa 91-84 to claim the outright Big Ten title. MSU preps for regular season finale against Michigan on Sunday at Noon, 11:30 pregame on WSJM for Michigan call, 11:00 on Cosy for the MSU call. Michigan MAC teams wrap up regular season tonight, Notre Dame ends regular season Saturday at home against Cal at 4:00. WSBT's pregame is at 3:30. Michigan wins at Women's Big Ten Tournament, Michigan State falls. Notre Dame begins ACC tournament run today Red Wings lose 4th straight. Bulls beat Magic, Hawks beat Pacers Spring training baseball High School Boys regional scores, girls district schedules See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports MSU goes on a 19-2 run after trailing by 10 with just over 12 minutes left to beat Iowa 91-84 to claim the outright Big Ten title. MSU preps for regular season finale against Michigan on Sunday at Noon, 11:30 pregame on WSJM for Michigan call, 11:00 on Cosy for the MSU call. Michigan MAC teams wrap up regular season tonight, Notre Dame ends regular season Saturday at home against Cal at 4:00. WSBT's pregame is at 3:30. Michigan wins at Women's Big Ten Tournament, Michigan State falls. Notre Dame begins ACC tournament run today Red Wings lose 4th straight. Bulls beat Magic, Hawks beat Pacers Spring training baseball High School Boys regional scores, girls district schedules See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello everyone,On todays episode we are going to spend a relaxing fall day on cosy narrow boat.Close your eyes and allow Sophie to take you on trip there on a warm sunny day. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this stunning island.If you enjoy listening to these stories, please do leave an Apple review so we can grow and reach more people.Sweet Dreams.Lucy ❤

Paige explains the benefits of cosy RPGs to David, and shares her impressions on a pair in Hello Kitty Island Adventure and Infinity Nikki.

Ian Moore returns to the podcast to talk about his career shift from stand up comedy to writing "cosy" crime novels. After several decades as a professional stand-up comedian, Ian has transitioned to writing murder mysteries. Now he is a bestselling author and his books are being adapted for television. In this episode Ian talks about ending his stand-up comedy career, why he was not suited for life as the host of a guesthouse, writing books on trains, and why his COVID lockdown was actually great.

Feeling cosy? Then you’ll love meeting author Alexandra Almond, as she shares her cosy fantasy novel, Thoroughly Disenchanted. Alexandra unpacks how she built her distinct characters, the role of magic in everyday life and her experience in finding an agent and getting published, along with advice for aspiring writers. 00:00 Introduction04:08 Words at dawn: a unique writing practice09:55 Nat Newman’s writing tip: change things up13:43 WIN! Chickenpox by Remy Lai15:33 Word of the week: ‘diaphanous’18:16 Writer in residence: Alexandra Almond21:17 Character origins and development23:42 The unexpected romance26:21 Magic in everyday life27:44 The historical setting and character evolution32:05 Alexandra’s writing process and challenges36:28 Finding an agent and publisher40:22 Advice for aspiring writers43:01 Current and future projects43:57 Final thoughts Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Narrator: Jessika Downes-Gössl