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We hear a lot about the pressures boys and young men are under and how many of them are looking to the online world - or manosphere as it's sometimes called - to find answers. Prompted by the drama Adolescence on Netflix, the topic has been in the news regularly in recent weeks. This week the Women and Equalities Select Committee heard evidence on the manosphere. Anita Rani is joined by Will Adolphy, who was a dedicated follower of the manosphere until, in his mid 20s, he had a breakdown. He went offline for five years and rebuilt his life. He is now a psychotherapist, coach, and goes to schools to speak about healthy masculinity.This week ITV has announced a shake up of the scheduling and production of its popular daytime shows including Lorraine, Loose Women and Good Morning Britain. Whilst Good Morning Britain will be extended, both Lorraine and Loose Women will see their number of shows cut. Entertainment journalist and expert on all-things TV Scott Bryan unpicks why this is happening.The Bombing of Pan Am 103 – is a new BBC factual drama series. Based on the true story of the bombing of a passenger flight over a small Scottish town of Lockerbie on 21 December 1988, in which 270 people were killed. Kathryn Turman was Assistant to a federal Senator at the time of the bombing. After the trial she joined the FBI where she founded the agency's first ever Victim Services Division. Her experience in the aftermath of the Pan Am bombing proved invaluable to the FBI's response to the 9/11 attacks, and she has aided victims and families throughout major moments in history including the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston marathon bombing. She discusses her mission to help victims, and what inspired her work in public service.Next month marks three years since the journalist and host of BBC's You, Me and the Big C podcast Deborah James - known to many as Bowel Babe - died, aged 40, five years after her stage four bowel cancer diagnosis. Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer type and cause of cancer death for women. Since the early 1990s, the incidence rate in women aged 25-49 has increased by almost 60%. Bowel cancer is treatable if diagnosed early. Heather James, Deborah's mother, is fulfilling a promise to her daughter and continuing with Deborah's awareness-raising work - she and Michelle Mitchell, Chief Executive of Cancer Research UK, are in the Woman's Hour studio.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Kirsty Starkey
This week on Talking Royals we hear from Heather and Alistair James, the parents of the late cancer campaigner Dame Deborah James, after she inspired King Charles' personal message to people affected by cancer.Chris and Lizzie also update Charlene on their trip to the Isle of Mull with the Prince and Princess of Wales, where they found out a few surprising things about Kate.Plus, the team talk about the Duchess of Sussex's first podcast interview giving them "fully body chills" and look back to 50 years ago when the then Prince Charles went diving under the ice in Canada.Want to get in touch with the team? Email talkingroyals@itv.com
This week on Talking Royals we hear from Heather and Alistair James, the parents of the late cancer campaigner Dame Deborah James, after she inspired King Charles' personal message to people affected by cancer.Chris and Lizzie also update Charlene on their trip to the Isle of Mull with the Prince and Princess of Wales, where they found out a few surprising things about Kate.Plus, the team talk about the Duchess of Sussex's first podcast interview giving them "fully body chills" and look back to 50 years ago when the then Prince Charles went diving under the ice in Canada.Want to get in touch with the team? Email talkingroyals@itv.com
Heather James is best known to us all as the mum of Deborah James, the beautiful bowelbabe, who I interviewed for Spinning Plates 3 years ago. That was the year before her premature death at the age of 40, from bowel cancer.Heather explained how she is grieving but working. Not only working in her day job as a gymnastics teacher, but also doing everything that Deborah would have continued with - including campaigning to highlight April as Bowel Cancer Awareness month.Deborah spent the last weeks of her life at her mum and dad's house in the summer of 2022 surrounded by her family. Heather and her husband Alistair found themselves looking after Deborah and, to everyone's surprise, hosting Prince William when he came to their garden to make Deborah a Dame. Heather talked about caring for Deborah when she came home to die, but said Deborah's zest for life - and campaigning - meant that far from going quiet, it was a busy time of fun, outings, a book, a rose and of course, a Damehood.It struck me that Heather is everything you would hope to be, as a mum in such a dreadful circumstance. She is planning to life life to the full, as Deborah wanted her to. And we spoke, just before her son's wedding where the entire family were planning to party and celebrate just as Deborah would have done if she were still here. And speaking as someone who witnessed her 40th birthday party in full swing, boy, did Deborah know how to party!Spinning Plates is presented by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, produced by Claire Jones and post-production by Richard Jones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kay Binnersley is an award winning hairdresser and bridal hairstylist who has been in the industry for over 37 years. Working for herself from the age of 18, first as a freelancer then the last 26 years in her own salon. But Kay isn't here to talk about hair, she's here to help lift the stigma around open up the conversation around Lichen Sclerosus and Vulva cancer. If you're sat there thinking you've never heard of Lichen Sclerosus, neither had Kay until she was diagnosed with the condition recently. She is now on a mission to help educate other women especially as it's a subject no one wants to talk about. Conversations around breast cancer are now positively shared, Deborah James did an amazing job at lifting the taboo around bowel cancer yet mention the 'Vulva' word and we still find it uncomfortable. So what is Lichen Sclerosus? Lichen sclerosus is a long-term (chronic) skin condition. It causes the skin to become thin, white, and wrinkly. Lichen sclerosus may occur in men, women, and children at any age. But it is most common in women older than age 50, which is even more reason for us to be talking about it! The symptoms of vulval LS vary from person to person. Sometimes, it causes no symptoms and is discovered during tests for other health problems. The affected area of the vulva may: be very itchy and sore, which may be worse at night change colour, becoming pale or white develop small areas of bruising that look like blood blisters be more fragile than normal skin and possibly split The causes of vulval LS are not known. It is not possible to get LS through sexual contact. It is not a sexually transmitted disease and is not infectious. LS is also not caused by hormonal problems or an allergic reaction. Women over 50 are often struggling with other issues like cystitis, vaginal dryness and thrush which can all masque these symptoms and as not enough is known about the condition it can often be left undiagnosed. If left there is a chance it can lead to vulva cancer so it's so important we are made aware of these symptoms. Knowledge is power! Topics covered- Who is Kay Binnersley? Passion for hair First symptoms- diagnosis Dealing with pain The impact it had on Kay's confidence and daily life Knowledge is power Statistics (1 in 100 women will be diagnosed with it and 5 in 100 will turn cancerous) Why do we find it so difficult to call our vulva by it's real name? How can we lift the stigma around this The petition to gain funding for research for a cure and support for those diagnosed. Why Kay is using her voice to create awareness around this condition Don't put off going to the doctors if you are worried about any symptoms Kays positive attitude to life There is currently no cure, no remission, for Lichen Sclerosus only strong steroid ointments which put condition into remission at best. There is some evidence to suggest it may be an auto immune disorder and whilst it can affect men , it is mainly seen in women. Sufferers can live in pain and be affected physically and mentally, but it can be misdiagnosed due to lack of awareness and can increase the risk of certain cancers. Sign the petition There is currently no funding available for research to find a cure , support patients and help raise awareness. If you'd like to sign the petition to get this conversation on the table here's the link, your support is much appreciated. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/632780 What does Free to Be mean to Kay? "Free to be the person you really want to be, with no holds or ties and no fears" What does Free to Be mean to you? If you would like to connect with Kay visit- kaybinnersleyhair.co.uk You can also follow her - Facebook Kay binnersley hair Instagram Kay binnersley hair I'll be back with one more episode before taking a summer break Keep being fabulous! Rachel x --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertefreetobe/message
In a new regular format of the PRmoment Podcast with Ben Smith we'll be catching up with UK public relations leaders - and our guests will share their in hindsight secrets that they wish they'd known when they started their businesses! Today we're chatting with Greg Double, creative director of consumer PR agency Mischief.Mischief is the consumer PR arm of MHP. MHP and Mischief are owned by Next Fifteen, which acquired them from Engine last year. Mischief has recently won Diageo and Team GB accounts. Other clients include Lego, Just Eat, and Ocado. MHP which owns Mischief has a fee income of about £33 m and 200 employees.Greg has previously worked at Frank and Ready 10. He has been at Mischief for 3.5 years.And thanks so much to the PRmoment Podcast sponsors of the PRCA.Here is a summary of what Greg and I discussed: 2 mins Greg confirms the re-appearance of the Mischief brand as the consumer arm of MHP!4 mins Greg gives his first in hindsight lesson: He should not have started his career at Blue Rubicon! (now Teneo.)“I was too young to start in corporate PR...everyone had done a Masters!”“I was too immature to be in that game”“The graduate scheme was Apprentice style…I'd never been tested like that before.”“You have a responsibility to keep learning.”11 mins Greg gives us his second in hindsight lesson: Don't get bowel cancer at 33.“I'm down half a bowel, I had chemotherapy last year.”“Deborah James is the reason I got checked, which was very lucky for me.”“We need to destigmatise chemotherapy!”“The obsessive part of me has been erased away a bit.”“I'm constantly terrified it's going to come back…so I've made some staunch lifestyle changes.”“I love that I still care about my work.”“I'm proud mentally I've retained a balance.”21 mins Greg first had symptoms in Oct 2021, when the Omicron strain of COVID was kicking off - which meant he was unable to get a GP appointment.“Because I had private healthcare, through work, there is a legitimate argument that work saved my life there.”“The NHS is the best in the world for saving your life, the worst in the world for knowing your life needs saving.”25mins Greg outlines the symptoms that mean you should go and get checked out for Bowel Cancer. Things to look out for: Blood in your poo, if your poo habits change, waking up in the middle of the night desperate to go to the toilet.27 mins Greg talks about why he will no longer eat processed or ultra-processed foods.30 mins Greg talks about his third in hindsight lesson: Don't be afraid to evolve your career.“By embracing opportunities your career will end up in a better place.”34 mins Greg talks about why “demographics are useful but fundamentally dead” 35 mins Greg describes the work Mischief is doing to try and bring science to targeting an audience with a specific passion.“Demographics are growth limiting”“Earned is essential for passion…you can't pay for passion - you have to earn it.”
"Alles, was ich möchte, ist mehr Zeit." Das sagte Deborah James in einem der letzten Interviews vor ihrem Tod. Die englische Kolumnistin, 40 Jahre jung und Darmkrebspatientin, sprach in einem BBC-Podcast regelmäßig über ihr Leben mit dem Krebs.
EPISODE 21 OF DENISE WELCH'S JUICY CRACK!What happens when you combine contemporary art, disability rights advocacy, and world travel? You get the fabulous conversations with the incredibly talented Sophie Morgan, Isla Traquair, Dame Kelly Holmes, and Charlene White, discussing topics like potential medical staff strikes, rising food prices, conservatories, and avocado-coloured bathrooms. Plus, discover Denise's obsession with the word game Wordle as she compares her favourite starting words with her friends.What does it take to come up with brilliant inventions like suitcase wheels and the Trunki? Denise discusses vertigo (again!) and the homeopathic remedy Vertigoheel®, and (unofficially) tries to launch the #SendSophieToSpace campaign. Denise tells us about the incredibly inspirational story of Deborah James, who campaigned to raise awareness for bowel cancer and the importance of checking your poo for signs of the disease, with her mother Heather now taking up the mantle. Rediscovering your self-esteem during the road to recover from alcoholism.Finally, delve into TV writing, acting and gender diversity with Sally Lindsay, exploring the creative process and the challenges of writing scripts that translate well when acted out. Don't miss this fun-filled episode packed with humor, passion, and storytelling!----If you've got any questions for Denise, or would like to know more about anything you've heard Denise discussing in this episode or in the past, please email us at:denisewelchpod@gmail.comWe'd love to hear from you!Instagram: @denise_welchTwitter: RealDeniseWelchTikTok: @denisewelch58YouTube: @denisewelchpodcastSales & Sponsorship enquiries: denisewelchpod@gmail.comEpisode Keywords:#SophieMorgan #ContemporaryArt #DisabilityRights #Accessibility #WorldTravel #MastersPainting #MedicalStaffStrikes #RisingFoodPrices #Wordle #Inventions #Vertigo #Vertigoheel #GetSophieToSpace #BowelCancer #TVWriting #GenderDiversity #SallyLindsay #CreativeProcess #StoryStructure #MurderMysteries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Westminster waits for report into Dominic Raab's behaviour The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering the much anticipated report into alleged bullying by the Justice Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab. Adam and Chris talk about what to expect and are joined by Sir Alex Allan, who was the government's independent adviser on ministerial interests from 2011-2020. Adam catches up with Lauren Mahon and Steve Bland from the You, Me and the Big C podcast. They discuss a new documentary following the last years of Deborah James' life, as well as the impact of Covid on cancer treatments and the importance of early diagnosis. And, in solidarity with BBC presenter Claire Frisby - who presented the news in the dark after a studio malfunctoin - Adam and Chris switch the lights off for some of the show. Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Chris Flynn. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
Creator of the online community Girl vs Cancer, and host of You, Me and the Big C, Lauren Mahon has launched a social media community with the aim of raising awareness and driving support towards women with cancer. After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Lauren has used this to drive important conversations about cancer and raise awareness of the disease.In March 2018, Lauren's BBC podcast You, Me and the Big C was born with the focus on sharing Lauren's cancer journey and experience in a positive light. Having originally co-hosted with Deborah James and Rachael Bland, who sadly passed away in 2018 and 2022 respectively, she is now the show's sole surviving host. The podcast ensures that there is a platform for important conversations on body positivity, sex and masturbation. She has also been an advocate for charity, designing and selling ‘tit-tees' raising £60,000 for cancer research and in 2019 she was awarded the Triumph Award at the Stylist Remarkable Women awards for prevailing in the face of adversity. - introduction into Lauren's story- background to Lauren's diagnosis- what led to Lauren's diagnosis- the day she found out she had cancer- Lauren's response to receiving the news- the mindset shift that Lauren had in that moment- the biggest learnings from cancer- lucky girl syndrome- start seeing your life as your soulmate- her experience with the death of Lauren's friend- it's okay to ask for help- understanding when it's okay to say no- manifestation- what does a good relationship look like? - Lauren's experience on First Dates- dating stories - what's next for Lauren? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
She describes herself as having a ‘gob like Dyer and hair like Demi'. She's now clear of breast cancer but having forged a friendship with co-hosts Rachel Bland and Deborah James through the podcast ‘You, Me and The Big C', she speaks openly about her diagnosis and how to practically check your boobs for breast cancer. This episode looks at a woman who has lost two mates in the cancer process. And is here to explain what it is to truly live life. Expect tears, laughter and a significant amount of tit jiggling.
In this second part of this week's stomp, you'll hear Lauren share how she's made it her mission to be a support to those with cancer.Lauren shares her diagnosis and recovery story, explaining the impact cancer had on both her mind and body, as well as how her outlook on life has changed.She also shares why she set up GIRLvsCANCER and what it was like for her, Deborah James, and Rachael Bland to have been awarded a doctorate from the Institute of Cancer Research.You can follow Lauren here and GIRLvsCANCER here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Lauren Mahon was determined to use her story and voice to support others living with cancer.Lauren founded the charity GIRLvsCANCER, and co-hosted ‘You, Me and the Big C' with her best friends, the late Deborah James, and Rachael Bland.In this first part, you'll hear Lauren and Dr. Alex stomping around Walthamstow Marshes, talking about Laurens's diagnosis, how her new dog Raymond has given her a refreshed perspective on the world and how she copes with loss and grief.You can follow Lauren here and GIRLvsCANCER here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest this week is Karen Newby, a nutritional therapist and author of the brilliant new book, The Natural Menopause Method, a nutritional guide to peri-menopause and beyond. In this Episode Karen explains why nutrition is important and how we can understand what is happening to our bodies. Karen simplifies the science around stress and it's impact in menopause. We discuss how we can use the book like a journal. You will learn about the four ‘Shifts' in Menopause which include Reset and Rest. And ask ‘What is actually happening in our bodies in menopause? Karen discusses stress and how it affects our menopause experience. She shares her menopause toolkit with us , looking at Symptoms such as anxiety, panic attacks and heart palpitations. If you're looking for a great Christmas present for someone you love or for yourself you can get it here https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-natural-menopause-method/karen-newby/9781911682233 You can watch the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgmHLcdx28eco-XlkWYwUA We look into the issue of damp and mould that sadly took a toddlers life and what you can do to help minimise damp in your home during a fuel crisis. We also look at misogyny in the emergency services and why women are not even getting close to being equal in numbers. In the Book Collective we read chapter 9 of Deborah James, How To Live When You Could Be Dead, and it's an emotional read on gratitude we discuss the elements of this chapter. We continue with our frugal Foodie and have an air-fryer fried rice recipe from Jinty. Recipe here- although we didn't use quorn https://www.quorn.co.uk/recipes/air-fried-vegan-rice-with-quorn-vegan-fillets We have a new WI to try out and find out how we got on with our bonnets!. There's a great quote from Lou and there's our usual shenanigans, cock-ups, and your amazing comments so make sure you put the kettle on and settle in for this hour (ish) of fun and meaningful chat. An episode packed with information and fun, let us know what you think and please share with friends if you enjoy it. Our campaign for a Menopause Clinic in Devon is moving closer but we still need signatures on our petition: https://www.change.org/p/wheresmyclinic Or to send your testimonials please email us: menopauseclinicdc@gmail.com And finally, if you would like the templates to send to your MP or CCG please visit our website: https://menopauseclinicfordevon.co.uk Karen Newby: Instagram: karen.newby.nutritionist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/womenkindcollectivepodcast/message
Theres been an underlying theme of bravery running through this series and today we talk to one very brave woman, Dawn Colgan. Dawn had it all, a great career, two children and a loving partner. She loved her job as a specialist social worker in addiction. But her life dramatically changed, at 34, when she had her third child who is now 15. In this episode Dawn shares her story of despair, loneliness, inadequacy but also bravery, grit, determination and growth. In the Book Collective we read chapter 8 of Deborah James, How To Live When You Could Be Dead and it's all about the healing power of laughter. Even when she was in the most excruciating pain, Deborah found the funny, we discuss how important laughter is when facing serious illness and death. In The Foodie Lou cooks up a one pot frozen pea risotto, changing the alcohol to vegetable stock: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/pea-risotto Find out how we did with our poetry WI and we also have a new WI to try out and you ain't seen nothing like it! There's a great quote from Jinty and our usual shenanigans, we talk love eggs, marriage and how the method of meeting our partners has changed over the years. There's your amazing comments so make sure you put the kettle on and settle in for this hour (ish) of fun and meaningful chat. Our campaign for a Menopause Clinic in Devon is moving closer but we still need signatures on our petition: https://www.change.org/p/wheresmyclinic Or to send your testimonials please email us: menopauseclinicdc@gmail.com And if you would like the templates to send to your MP or CCG please visit our website: https://menopauseclinicfordevon.co.uk Dawn's Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=wonky%20pots%20by%20dawn&ref=auto-1&as_prefix=wonky%20pots You can watch the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgmHLcdx28eco-XlkWYwUA --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/womenkindcollectivepodcast/message
We have a jam-packed Episode for you this week as we explore the pituitary gland, and how this small but very mighty gland can have a huge effect on your menopause. We talk testosterone when/if do you need it? What are the NICE and British Menopause Society guidelines for GP's to prescribe it. And how to read your testosterone blood test. We have a quick chat to Naomi Scholgler on the benefits of seed cycling if you menstruate, (and if you don't). And after research was published regarding the time it takes to build a strong friendship, we talk about the benefits of friendships, why they can make you brave and why some may last a lifetime while others just stay acquaintances. New research has discovered that The human Clitoris has over 10,000 nerve endings, 2000 more than previously thought, we talk about why for decades this human pleasure giving little nub of joy was only researched on bovines and sheep, could the patriarchy not want us to know how powerful it really is? We have a great frugal dish for our autumn themed frugal Foodie, a low cost and nutritious pot of goodness that can be thrown into the slow cooker…….and some tips on a simple but nourishing microwaveable dish from Jinty's daughter. Recipe here https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/slow-cooker-vegetable-curry In the Book Collective we discuss chapter 7 of Deborah James, How To Live When You Could Be Dead, what is bravery? We consider the bravest things we have ever done. How did you do in the WI? Sorry seems to be the hardest word as Elton John once said, do you agree? And there's a new WI that will expand your mind. There's a great quote from Lou and all our usual shenanigans and cock-ups, we share your amazing comments so make sure you put the kettle on and settle in for this hour (ish) of fun and meaningful chat. Naomi's Seed Cycling https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/881041135/seed-cycling-full-kit-organic-ground?ref=share_v4_lx Our campaign for a Menopause Clinic in Devon is moving closer but we still need signatures on our petition: https://www.change.org/p/wheresmyclinic Or to send your testimonials please email us: menopauseclinicdc@gmail.com And finally, if you would like the templates to send to your MP or CCG please visit our website: https://menopauseclinicfordevon.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/womenkindcollectivepodcast/message
We have a fantastic guest this week that will make you re-think the way your body behaves in menopause. Jessica Vassallo is an award-winning Master NLP Practitioner and Hypnotherapist, Coach, Mentor, Speaker and Writer. Jessica uses Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy and Positive Psychology techniques to help people break free from anxiety, trauma, emotional eating and unhealthy habits. Seven years ago, Jessica combined her knowledge of mind fitness with her own experience of emotional eating and created a transformational change program which has helped 100s of her clients improve their lifestyle, and lead healthier and happier lives. Jessica gives us simple techniques we can use to move away from negativity in menopause and to allow us to enjoy a positive menopause story. You can find more about Jess on her website: https://www.jessicavassallo.com/ Free 20 minute Mindset for Menopause hypnotherapy session https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qKutWbVvtfqIzDDC-Yzt1gIdbaORNDKx/view Or you can watch the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgmHLcdx28eco-XlkWYwUA In the Book Collective we continue reading Deborah James, How To Live When You Could Be Dead. In chapter 3 we chat about goal setting and the importance of making those goals achievable. Next week we read chapter 4. In the Foodie our theme is frugal cooking and Lou has cooked a slow cooker Dhal from Riverford Organics, a nutritious and money saving and suitable for a family. A slow cooker is around a 1/5th of the cost to run an electric oven and hob. It also makes you feel you are winning at life if you prep the night before and throw it on the slow cooker on your way out to work: Recipe: Riverford slow cooked Dahl https://www.riverford.co.uk/recipes/slow-cooker-dal Did we do the WI? Listen in and find out, there's a new one for the Collective from our guest Jess. We have some very interesting words from Jinty and a Thingambob is not what you might think and do you know what is a Rantallion? Jinty reveals all… There is also all the lovely comments from the Collective, lots of stories and shenanigans, so make sure you have the kettle on and settle in for this hour (ish) of fun and meaningful chat. Our campaign for a Menopause Clinic in Devon is moving closer but we still need signatures on our petition: https://www.change.org/p/wheresmyclinic Or to send your testimonials please email us: menopauseclinicdc@gmail.com And finally, if you would like the templates to send to your MP or CCG please visit our website: https://menopauseclinicfordevon.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/womenkindcollectivepodcast/message
There's a surprise for you in this episode. An extremely extra special guest. Who is it, you ask? All will be revealed. As per usual, please send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast.500 Days of Summer - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1022603/My Last Five Girlfriends - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1050002/New Girl - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1826940/16 Personalities - https://www.16personalities.com/Anima - https://laptiteusine.fr/Menopausing - https://www.waterstones.com/book/menopausing/davina-mccall/9780008518486Genius Lyrics - https://genius.com/Deborah James - https://www.waterstones.com/book/how-to-live-when-you-could-be-dead/deborah-james/9781785043598The Offer - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13111040/I Came By - imdb.com/title/tt15083184/Good Luck to You Leo Grande - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13352968/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0Taste - https://www.waterstones.com/book/taste/stanley-tucci/9780241501009Rave Coffee - https://ravecoffee.co.uk/pages/coffee-subscription Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Liz and Nic have been inspired by Deborah James's book, How to Live, and are trying to be more positive. Liz has a meeting with her book publisher and has been to see a new house - but is she ready to start again? It's all making Liz think about getting older, so of course this week's archive is on the day she dressed up as the Queen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A woman who was diagnosed with stage-four bowel cancer in her late 20s has vowed to continue the work of Dame Deborah James to raise awareness. Rebecca Papa-Adams was given around a year to live 17 years ago and is now cancer free. She's spoken to the podcast about how she was misdiagnosed for 18 months and doesn't want anyone else to go through the same thing. Also in today's episode, we've spent the day in Challock where residents have been without water for almost a week. The boss of a shop there says he's lost thousands of pounds of stock. South East Water say we all need to use supplies more wisely. After the devastating wildfires in Kent this week, there's some hope that wildlife will bounce back. Hear from Stan Smith from the Kent Wildlife Trust. A watchdog says the government's response to people crossing the Channel to Kent in small boats has been 'poor' - and the system is 'overwhelmed'. It found the number making the journey - which is more than 15,000 this year - is 'unprecedented' - and found issues within leadership as well. Hear from pupils at a school in Medway who've got a cardboard cut out of their teacher to keep an eye on them in the classroom after she retires. And in sport it was an amazing night for England at the women's Euros. Hear from Maidstone's Alessia Russo after the made it through to the semi-finals.
Lauren Mahon, Steve Bland, producers Mike Holt and Al Entwistle recount treasured stories and memories of Deborah James: friend, broadcaster, campaigner, fundraiser, author, computer scientist, Dame.
In honour of the formidable Dame Deborah James, we are re-releasing this very special podcast episode. Having avidly followed the highs and lows of Deborah's journey, Holly was honoured to have had the pleasure of speaking with her in 2020, and it's a memory she will always treasure in her heart. In this episode, Deborah James, also known as Bowelbabe, joins Holly to talk about the rebellious spirit that would define her journey, from gymnast to Deputy Headteacher, journalist to campaigner — and then coping with the news that so many of us fear. It's quite remarkable now to hear the original plans she made then, which led to her raising millions of pounds for cancer research through her Bowelbabe fund. Deborah has left such a phenomenal mark on the world and her legacy will shine bright forever more. If there are any words to live by, it's Deborah's motto that we should all have no regrets, believe that we can do things we never thought possible, and most importantly — to always, always have rebellious hope.
Gemma had a missed early diagnosis of bowel cancer because the doctor believed her to be too young to have cancer at the age of 30. In the past 8 years she has undergone many operations and treatments and is now stage 4 NED. Gemma is very open about the procedures she has had and wants to use her platform to raise awareness of bowel cancer in young people and also provide a support network to people who are living with cancer. In this conversation we cover how important it is to fight for yourself when you believe that something isn't right with your body. Also discussed are the affects of surgery and chemotherapy, and the symptoms of bowel cancer to look out for - it is very important to seek a diagnosis as early as you can. This was recorded 2 weeks prior to Deborah James, BowelBabe, sadly passing away. For supportIf you are experiencing issues discussed in this podcast contact your GP or healthcare practitioner.Bladder & BowelBowel Cancer UKHosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.Want to share your story? email conversations@hiddendisabilitiesstore.comVisit Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
The Smart 7 is a daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7 am, 7 days a week... With over 10 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day. If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://twitter.com/i/status/1541000536954109952 https://twitter.com/i/status/1540993890219884544 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541525200793206786https://twitter.com/i/status/1541700206223319040 https://twitter.com/i/status/1542026094232092672https://twitter.com/i/status/1542178842361700352 https://twitter.com/i/status/1542405503288049665 https://twitter.com/i/status/1542403079223623680https://twitter.com/i/status/1541058503405879299 https://twitter.com/i/status/1540767592012337152https://twitter.com/i/status/1542500496975532033 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541845149977821186https://twitter.com/i/status/1541843716750680064 https://twitter.com/i/status/1542240686451335169https://twitter.com/i/status/1541772605161627650 https://twitter.com/i/status/1524268062899269634 In Ireland? Why not try our Ireland Edition? Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com Presented by Jamie East, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Matthew Bannister on Dame Deborah James who raised millions of pounds for cancer research by talking openly about living with - and dying from - bowel cancer. Yves Coppens, the charismatic French palaeontologist who led the team that discovered hominid remains estimated to be 3.2 million years old. Revel Guest OBE, the documentary film producer who became chair of the Hay Literary Festival. Samuel Bhima, the first Malawian to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Producer: Neil George Interviewed guest: Jude Rogers Interviewed guest: Zeresenay Alemseged Interviewed guest: Corisande Albert Interviewed guest: Maliza Bhima Archive clips used: BBC Radio 5 Online, Raising a Glass to Deborah James 28/06/2022; BBC Two, The Making of Mankind - One Small Step 11/05/1981; FRANCE 24 English, Yves Coppens dies at 87 23/06/2022; PBS (US), PBS Ident by Paul Alan Levi; Trans Atlantic Film, Placido 1983; Dreamworks Pictures/ Touchstone Pictures/ Reliance Entertainment, War Horse (2011) Trailer; YouTube/ memoriesofrhodesia, 1957 Royal Tour of Nyasaland 29/10/2015; Meliza Bhima Personal interview archive with Samuel Bhima; BBC Sound Archive, Dr Hastings Banda Interview 27/02/1959.
BBC Radio 5 Live's Tony Livesey celebrates the life of You, Me & The Big C broadcaster Dame Deborah James.
Ghislaine Maxwell has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for helping former financier Jeffrey Epstein abuse young girls. We speak to Equality Lawyer Georgina Calvert Lee about her statement in court where she addressed her victims, saying she empathised with them, and that she hoped her prison sentence would allow them "peace and finality". The tragic killing of Ashling Murphy in Tullamore, County Offaly in Ireland in January of this year sparked a huge public outcry, and has been seen as a watershed moment in how the country tackles violence against women and girls. Ireland has launched its third national Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based violence strategy. Emma speaks to the Minister for Justice in Ireland, Helen McEntee about what it aims to achieve. Dame Deborah James has died aged 40 from bowel cancer. The cancer campaigner, blogger, broadcaster and former teacher had been receiving end-of-life care at home and raised millions for cancer research. She was given a damehood in May in recognition of her fundraising. Emma speaks to GP Dr Ellie Cannon, and Julia Bradbury who has spoken about her journey with breast cancer. Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries has told UK sporting bodies that "elite and competitive women's sport must be reserved for people born of the female sex". We get the details from our reporter, Jane Dougall. The National Plan for Music Education was published by the UK government last Saturday. Called The Power of Music to Change Lives, their ambition is for every pupil to have at least one hour of high quality music education a week. We speak to Veronica Wadley, Baroness Fleet, the chair of the advisory panel that published the report, and YolanDa Brown who contributed to it as a MOBO award-winning saxophonist and Chair of Youth Music.
The cancer campaigner, blogger, broadcaster and former teacher, Dame Deborah James, has died aged 40. She had been receiving end-of-life care for bowel cancer at home and had raised millions for cancer research. She hosted the BBC podcast 'You, Me and the Big C' and was given a damehood in May in recognition of her fundraising. Today's Amol Rajan speaks to BBC News presenter George Alagiah, who is living with bowel cancer, about Dame Deborah. (Image: Dame Deborah James, Credit: Getty Images)
Dame Deborah James, campaigner and podcast host, whose chronicling of her incurable bowel cancer inspired the nation and raised millions for charity, has died. In the final months of her life, she spoke to Alice Thomson about her extraordinary charity work, her family and how she chose to live while knowing that she was dying. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes. If you would like to donate to Dame Deborah James's Bowelbabe fund, you can do so here: www.justgiving.com/campaign/BowelbabeFund. Guest: Alice Thomson, columnist and interviewer, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Clips: BBC, Channel 4 News, 5 News, ITV. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Smart 7 is a daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7 am, 7 days a week... With over 10 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day. If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-61963598 https://twitter.com/PamelaFalk/status/1541940842746859520?s=20&t=OaJkOas2Wt0-l_BQrk8dxghttps://twitter.com/i/status/1541700206223319040 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541733365258280966 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541744721344827398 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541845149977821186 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541843716750680064 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541861493641281536 https://twitter.com/BBCSport/status/1541901376112001024?s=20&t=OaJkOas2Wt0-l_BQrk8dxghttps://twitter.com/i/status/1541778523261632512 https://twitter.com/i/status/1541772605161627650 https://twitter.com/i/status/1524268062899269634 In Ireland? Why not try our Ireland Edition? Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com Presented by Jamie East, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode of Things I Told My Daughter, you'll hear from Dame Deborah James and her daughter Eloise. This episode was recorded in 2019 - 3 years on from Deborah's diagnosis of bowel cancer. The date today is the 29th June 2022, the day after Dame Deborah James passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.We hope you find comfort in listening to Deborah as she fearlessly faces cancer with a smile on her face, all whilst challenging taboos and raising awareness.To find out more about bowel cancer or for advice head to www.bowelcanceruk.org.ukAnd if you would like to continue Deborah's legacy in supporting the causes that she was so passionate about you can donate to the Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK here: justgiving.com/campaign/BowelbabeFund Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Au programme : L'Édito de Patrick - La technique du carpaccio Invité - Robert Ménard, maire divers droite de Béziers • Emmanuel Macron plus que jamais maître des horloges • Robert Ménard ou l'opposition constructive • Guerre de conquête à l'extrême droite pour les législatives • Burkini, une polémique qui fait des vagues • Robert Ménard espère plus de proportionnelle Invité : Mathias Wargon, chef du service des urgences à l'hôpital Delafontaine à Saint-Denis L'actu d'Émilie - À Bordeaux, les urgences désormais en accès limité • Alerte rouge dans les hôpitaux Le 5/5 : • Mort du compositeur Vangelis • Très longue nuit pour des automobilistes de l'autoroute A7 • Une radio française émet en Russie contre la désinformation • La lapsus gênant de George W. Bush • Une pénurie de lait infantile crée la panique aux États-Unis • En Angleterre, le courage de Deborah James
BE WARNED: It's LuAnna, and this podcast contains honest, upfront opinions, rants, bants and general explicit content. But you know you love it!On this week's LuAnna the Podcast: Just off the back of our Nottingham Tour date, Lu is losing her voice, the kids have been playing, there's a gift for Imo (AND Lufannians), we're starting a Luanna TV Club (let's see how long it lasts), Jilly Cooper, lumpy tits, a boyfriend with a ton of hobbies and vomming in an art deco lift. Plus, the Wagatha Christie hits the court and drags our Peter Orndré's willy into it, Deborah James and her damehood, and a catty weirdo. Remember, if you want to get in touch you can:Email us at luannathepodcast@gmail.com OR drop us a WhatsApp on 07745 266947
This is a special replay of an interview I did with Deborah James back in January 2018. It was just over a year after she'd been diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer and we sat in her living room, drinking tea and talking about her experience over the previous 12 months.Now, four and a half years on, Deborah, who is mum to two children, has raised an incredible amount of awareness of bowel cancer, through writing for The Sun, publishing a book, appearing on national TV, all the while sharing her highs and lows with us all.A week ago, Deborah announced that – following a particularly tough six months where she has mostly been in hospital – she is now receiving hospice at home care. She set up The Bowel Babe Fund which, incredibly, raised over £6million in under a week (and counting…) All of this was recognised when she was awarded a Damehood by Prince William.You can donate to The Bowel Babe Fund, which is raising vital money for Cancer Research UK, The Royal Marsden Hospital and The Institute of Cancer Research here. We don't know how much time is left for Deborah but in her words, the fund will help other Deborahs who have cancer.If you enjoyed this episode then please leave a rating or review - and you can subscribe to ensure you don't miss future episodes. Thank you! Not Another Mummy Podcast is brought to you by me, journalist and author Alison Perry. I'm a mum of three and I love interviewing people about parenthood on the podcast. You can check out my other episodes and you can come chat to me on Instagram: @iamalisonperry or on Twitter: @iamalisonperry. You can buy my book OMG It's Twins now.Music: Epidemic SoundArtwork: Eleanor BowmerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/notanothermummy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Eine der beiden Hosts hatte heute Redebedarf und wie es in einer guten Beziehung sein sollte dann nimmt sich der andere auch mal zurück. So in der aktuellen Episode geschehen den Britt hatte einen riesigen Sack voll mit kleinen News aus der Welt der Stars und Sternchen und den musste sie loswerden. Daher gibt es heute ein leckeres Celebrity Potpourri und es ist sicher für jeden etwas dabei.
MICHAEL It's Friday, so that can only mean one thing! It's Five in the Eye day! Welcome to episode 0357 on Colourful Radio, with me - Michael Ohajuru - back after a break due the dreaded Covid! Thanks so much to Kola for standing in for me last week. PHIL And this is Phil Woodford joining Michael via Zoom this week and revealing that our top story is the declaration by Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer that he will step down if he is fined over the so-called #beergate episode. An example of a truly principled politician? Or an attempt to put pressure on the police? MICHAEL For story number two, we discuss the very future of the UK. As Sinn Fein becomes the largest party in the Northern Ireland assembly, pressure will be growing for a cross-border poll on unification with the Republic. Meanwhile, the SNP still dominates Scottish politics and is looking for a clean break too. PHIL What's story number three? Well, it's the Turkish airline that cancelled its take off in Israel after passengers received Airdrop photos of crashed planes on their iphones. It seemed to be a prank, but rattled a lot of nerves. MICHAEL A really sad and emotional story at number four, as BBC podcaster Deborah James announces that her bowel cancer is terminal. We all need to watch out for signs of this deadly disease. PHIL And finally this week, to wrap up the show, it's sixty grand behind sixty bars to celebrate the 60th birthday of Housemartins and Beautiful South legend Paul Heaton. MICHAEL Cheers, Paul! And that's this week's Five in the Eye! ++++
Brussels and London at odds over the post-Brexit treaty for Northern Ireland. Adam is joined by Vicki Young and Katya, to mull over the potential consequences. Also, after BBC podcaster Deborah James' cancer research fundraising passed £3 million, we talk through the diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer with Fergus and Gemma Savory, who was diagnosed with stage three of the disease when she was 30. Today's Newscast was made by Tim Walklate, with Chris Flynn and Cordelia Hemming. The Technical producer was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor was Sam Bonham.
As Deborah James stops active treatment for her cancer, she speaks with Producer Mike one last time. Join the conversation and the online community to share positive support by using #YouMeBigC across all forms of social media.
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Deborah James – who you may know as Bowel Babe over on Instagram – is this week's truly inspiring guest. In this episode, we walk with her in south west London, as she opens up about her struggles as a parent, why exercise makes her feel alive, and how she combats stress triggers. Walk To Wellbeing is proudly sponsored by Skechers, where comfort and style meet innovative walking technology. Shop the latest ranges online at https://skechers.co.uk where you'll find thousands of shoes, boots and trainers to kick-start your own walk to wellbeing in ultimate cushioned comfort. As a special treat for all our lovely Walk To Wellbeing listeners, you can receive three issues of Health & Wellbeing magazine for just £9.99 – straight to your door! That's a saving of over 25%! Just use the code APOD1 to redeem at https://giftstoyou.com/apod1 – where you'll also find the full terms and conditions. Head to any of our social media pages to join our #WalkToWellbeing, and visit https://www.healthwellbeing.com to download the walking questions that our celebrity guests answer, so that you can record your own Walk To Wellbeing episode! (We'd love to hear it!) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthwellbeinguk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthwellbeinguk Twitter: https://twitter.com/healthwell_uk Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/healthwellbeinguk
In this episode we chat to the very joyful Jada Sezer. I first met Jada at the beginning of March 2020 – a month most of us remember pretty well for some reason. Before all of that kicked off, and long before we knew our worlds were going to change so radically, we met up at the New Balance pub in London, with an impressive bunch of women including Bryony Gordon, Deborah James, Anna Harding, Emma Campbell and Andrea McLean, all of us booked in to run either the London Marathon or the London Vitality 10,000 or both. Things were beginning to feel different in that first week in March, but not so different: we talked about running, we ate a delicious lunch, we shared food off each other's plates, we hugged. Jada talks to me about her history with running, and how that started when she met Bryony for the first time over a table of sports bras. She talks about (famously) running in her underwear for body positivity, and the emotions of running a marathon, no matter what you're wearing. She also talks about her life on Instagram, and how she deals with the sadly inevitable trolling that exists on social media. We talk too about what lockdown has taught her, about her coping mechanisms, and what she thinks lockdown has taught us all. One of her favourite phrases, she says, is “this too shall pass” and it's definitely one that we should keep in mind right now.Both Jada and I are taking on the virtual Vitality London 10,000 this May. If you'd like to join us and take on a goal, you can sign up and run your 10K any day between the 29th May and 6th June. This time round, the emphasis is on our mental health; so the idea is to run for your head as well as your heart. You can walk, jog or run your 10K. It costs just £19 to enter and all finishers receive the official medal and technical tee. Enter now and join us!And here's a thing: all podcast listeners can claim an exclusive 35% off Women's Running membership by entering WRPOD at the checkout. That's better than any other deal! You'll get the mag, FREE access to digital back issues, and lots of discounts, freebies and exclusive deals with brilliant running brands that will help you run better. Come and join Women's Running - we'd love to have you with us. Happy running!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=67575412)
Kelly is joined by Deborah James aka BowelBabe. She was a deputy head teacher, specialising in computer science, and use of e-learning. She led national research teams into growth mindsets in schools. Then, in 2016, at the age of 35, she was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer and her life with her young children and husband was thrown upside down. She is the host of You,Me and The Big C.
This is the special Marathon Edition of the Women's Running podcast. On Sunday 4th October Esther, along with 43,000 others, ran the virtual London Marathon. Two women who also ran it were Deborah James and Emma Campbell, both of whom have been on the podcast before. This time we wanted to talk to them both about our experiences running our virtual races. They ran together, supporting each other every step of every mile, while raising money for their beloved Royal Marsden, a hospital that has supported and cared for them so much. You can still donate to their justgiving pages, so please do so with the links below. They talk with me here about the importance of their chosen charity, and also Deb's history with the London Marathon, the power of giant Wotsits, and the sheer joy of our virtual races. We also discuss our next racing highlight – the Vitality 10K, which you can sign up to as well before 23rd October. Again the link is below. Plus there's some proper, tangible advice on running your next marathon right here, and it involves pants.Sign up to the virtual Vitality 10K hereDonate to Deb hereDonate to Em hereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=67575412)
In episode 9 of the Women's Running podcast we talk to Deborah James, who you might know better as Bowelbabe. If someone can be the ‘face' of bowel cancer, Deborah is that person. She is vivacious, uncompromising, witty and incredibly honest about life with cancer. She's been documenting her experiences publicly for the past four years, but really came to our attention last year when she ran the Vitality 10K in her pants with a bunch of other brilliant women including Bryony Gordon, Women's Running columnist Emma Campbell and Andrea McClean. She talks to us here about her lifelong love of exercise and running, on how she has always run for her mental health, and how everyone should run in their pants. She also talks about what living with cancer is *really* like, her beloved teaching profession she currently has on pause, and the more recent strings she has added to her bow: her podcast, her column in the Sun, and her books. And in about a month's time she's going to be running the virtual London Marathon too. Make sure you cheer her along!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=67575412)
This week's guest is writer, podcaster and columnist Deborah James aka Bowel Babe. She joins the Kittens to talk about the naked truth of living with bowel cancer, the effect it has on how you feel about your body and of course sex and relationships. This episode was recorded in early 2020.
The author, blogger and podcaster Deborah James talks abut living with bowel cancer and why we all need to talk about poo.Jayson Greene talks about dealing with the unexpected death of his two year old daughter Greta.We discuss why the conversation around ageing can be so negative with Ashton Applewhite who is calling for a movement to end ageism in her book This Chair Rocks and with Maggy Piggott who's book is called How to Age Joyfully.Mary Loudon talks about her debut novel My House is Falling Down about infidelity and an adult love triangle.The author, blogger and podcaster Deborah James talks abut living with bowel cancer and why we all need to talk about poo.People in the UK have a worrying lack of knowledge about what constitutes a crime when it comes to the sexual abuse of children. Amanda Naylor from Barnado's talks about the lastest YouGov Survey and why we need to be concerned about both young girls and boys and from Cris McCurley a member of the Law Society's access to justice committee.Lyra Mckee was killed in Londonderry just over a month ago. Her partner talks about living with Lyra why she's been speaking at an equal marriage rally in Belfast.As a new retrospective of the work of Posy Simmonds opens in London this week we discuss the significance of her work with the curator Paul Gravett, the UK Comics Laureate Hannah Berry and with Edith Pritchett a cartoonist.Presented by Jenni Murray Producer: Rabeka Nurmahomed Editor: Jane Thurlow
Author, blogger and podcaster Deborah James on living with bowel cancer and busting taboos with her Sun column and the You Me and the Big C podcast.Maria Miller, chair of the Women and Equalities Select Committee is introducing a Ten Minute Rule Bill to outlaw discriminatory redundancies. She has cross party support for her Bill to give new protections to pregnant women and mothers on maternity leave and for six months after returning to work. So how would her plans works and how hopeful is she that they will become law?The public need to be made aware of the dangers of nitrous oxide say nurses at the Royal College of Nursing Annual Congress. So what is nitrous oxide, what are the dangers, the legal situation and should parents be concerned?The Heavens by Sandra Newman is a time slip novel with a mind-expanding love story, set in New York 2000 and London 1593. Sandra joins Jane to talk among other things about utopias, mental illness and daring to be disrespectful to William Shakespeare.Presenter: Jane Garvey Interviewed guest: Deborah James Interviewed guest: Maria Miller Interviewed guest: Catherine Gamble Interviewed guest: Sandra Newman Producer; Lucinda Montefiore
This episode of the Podcastology series includes a discussion about You, Me and the Big C. We recorded it before the death of Rachael Bland. Although the first podcast featured in this episode is about sports – but ranges much wider than that – and the second is about cancer, for Mike, what unites the two ideas is that the relationship between the presenters is the key. With Andrew Flintoff and his co-presenters Robbie Savage and Matthew Syed, Mike said he was confident about the project as soon as the three first talked together: “We sat outside a studio and within less than five minutes, I knew this was going to be amazing.” The three presenters of the cancer podcast, Rachael Bland, Deborah James and Lauren Mahon, knew each other online before the podcast, but had never actually met in person until they recorded together. When it comes to duration Mike is unapologetic about publishing podcasts that last an hour or more: “If the content's good, why do you want to cut it down?” he explains.