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The boys break down a hard-fought point at Rotherham, reveal their "perfect universe" XI, and preview our Devonshire doubleheader against Exeter and Plymouth.Thanks to our official partner, 2BLUES Financial Services: https://www.2blues.co.uk/Support the podcast by becoming a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheHeroesofHP12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Freshly arrived in Devonshire, the Dashwoods are off to dine at Barton Park and meet the rest of their new neighborhood acquaintances. There's Lady Middleton's teasing and slightly vulgar mother-in-law, Mrs. Jennings, and Sir John's quiet friend, Colonel Brandon. Mrs. Jennings, who is fond of pairing people up, is soon convinced that Colonel Brandon is in love with Marianne, but she's having none of it. Colonel Brandon is 35, and Marianne is convinced that at his stage of life, all that's left is infirmity, since he's too old for romance. With their social circle growing, the Dashwoods are settling into their new home, and as they do, let them help you settle into your bed for a night of soft and peaceful sleep.-----Welcome to the Jane Austen Bedtime Stories podcast! Each episode is a section of a classic Jane Austen novel, read in soothing tones and set to calming music to help you fall asleep.With everything that is going on in the world, we find comfort in the familiar. For so many of us, Jane Austen's works are like a warm hug. So snuggle up under the covers and let the comforting words of Jane Austen lull you into sleep.-----Show your appreciation for the pod! Support the podcast: http://bedtimestoriespodcast.net/support -----Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeaustenbedtimepod/-----Music ["Reverie"] by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. – www.scottbuckley.com.au
In the summer of 2025, at Football in Berkshire's request, Chris Lambert of Burghfield Uncommon wrote and performed a song in tribute of the act of Devonshiring.The term "You've been Devonshired" related to the Maidenhead United managers knack for his unfashionable part-time side to regularly surprise and disappoint famous old Football League sides who dropped into the National League.The most famous being to spoil new Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney first visit to watch the Dragons in the UK - Maidenhead winning 3-2. The absolute gall of the man.With 'Dev' stepping down at the weekend, we thought it only right we should publish the song on our Spotify channel.You've Been Devonshired was recorded live at the Berkshire Football Awards 2025 at Double-Barrelled Brewery in Reading.More details on Alan Devonshire's final game here.
Steven sits down with Orsin Rogers, the owner and partner of The Devonshire, to discuss their shared passion for art and creativity. They explore the eclectic art collection displayed in the Devonshire's Green Room, featuring notable pieces from artists like Richard Hambleton. Orsin shares insights into the establishment's unique atmosphere, which blends a rich history with modern vibrancy, and highlights the importance of creating a space where creative individuals feel comfortable. He also touches on the meticulous attention to detail that has gone into the pub's design and the impressive volume of Guinness served, showcasing Orsin's dedication to providing an exceptional experience for all guests Key Takeaways The Devonshire features a diverse and eclectic collection of art, including pieces from notable artists like Richard Hambleton and Damien Hirst. The aim is to create a space where art that may not traditionally go together can coexist and provoke thought. The establishment is designed to offer varied experiences, from a lively pub atmosphere to intimate dining settings. This approach encourages a sense of organised chaos, allowing guests to enjoy both social interactions and quiet moments. The Devonshire prides itself on serving high-quality food and drinks, including a wide range of wines and a focus on perfecting the Guinness pour. The attention to detail in the pub's design and operations reflects a commitment to providing an exceptional experience. The Green Room at The Devonshire serves as a creative space for musicians, artists, and filmmakers, fostering a community where creative individuals can feel comfortable and inspired. BEST MOMENTS "I think it's important to realise that there has been a pub here since 1793... We wanted to create a timeless history of a boozer being here." "We purposely tried to put pieces together that look really disjointed and shouldn't work. But I think somehow we're getting away with it." "I think there's probably about 30 individual different things... and we try and do all of them. But honestly, the reason why it's really good is because we sell so much of it." "Art really does bring people together. And then top that up with a nice bit of beer or a Guinness, it really is a good way to get to know people." VALUABLE RESOURCES The Steven Sulley Study The Devonshire - https://www.devonshiresoho.co.uk/ ABOUT THE HOST The Steven Sulley Study is my take on success. My view is you should have multiple focuses to be a well-rounded individual. Success shouldn't be just one thing like money, for example, it should also consist of a healthy fit lifestyle and thriving relationships. As a person who has made successes in life, and also made huge cock-ups, I feel I can offer suggestions and tips on how to become successful, or at least start your pursuit. My ‘Study' has taken resources from reading and education plus being around, my perception of, successful people - and I know a lot of successful people from all walks of life. My ‘Study' coming from my experiences in business, investing, sales (my core background), training, boxing and education has enabled me to become well-rounded and successful and I will help you in these key areas too. CONTACT METHOD Instagram
It's been decided: the Dashwoods are relocating to Devonshire. They have decided to take up their cousin Sir John Middleton's offer to take up residence in Barton Cottage, and soon set off from Norland to make their way to their new home. The cottage is smaller than they are used to, but Mrs. Dashwood is full of ideas to make it more homey (if she can save the money for it). They also make the acquaintance of their landlord Sir John, who is boisterous, and his wife Lady Middleton, who is elegant. It's a big transition for the Dashwoods, but they are making the best of it. As they do, let their story help you as you embark on your own transition from a busy day into a night of gentle and relaxing sleep.-----Welcome to the Jane Austen Bedtime Stories podcast! Each episode is a section of a classic Jane Austen novel, read in soothing tones and set to calming music to help you fall asleep.With everything that is going on in the world, we find comfort in the familiar. For so many of us, Jane Austen's works are like a warm hug. So snuggle up under the covers and let the comforting words of Jane Austen lull you into sleep.-----Show your appreciation for the pod! Support the podcast: http://bedtimestoriespodcast.net/support -----Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeaustenbedtimepod/-----Music ["Reverie"] by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. – www.scottbuckley.com.au
Elinor and Edward's relationship is growing closer, but they are not actually engaged, much to Marianne's surprise. In fact, Elinor herself isn't sure of the degree of Edward's attachment to her. But the attachment is enough to catch the eye of Fanny Dashwood, who makes it clear in no uncertain terms that her family has high hopes for her brother's marriage - hopes that don't include Elinor Dashwood. Luckily for them, a letter has just arrived from one of Mrs. Dashwood's relations, inviting them to take up residence at his cottage in Devonshire. It's the perfect time for the family to make a move, and as they do, let their story move you along into a night of soft and relaxing sleep.-----Welcome to the Jane Austen Bedtime Stories podcast! Each episode is a section of a classic Jane Austen novel, read in soothing tones and set to calming music to help you fall asleep.With everything that is going on in the world, we find comfort in the familiar. For so many of us, Jane Austen's works are like a warm hug. So snuggle up under the covers and let the comforting words of Jane Austen lull you into sleep.-----Show your appreciation for the pod! Support the podcast: http://bedtimestoriespodcast.net/support -----Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeaustenbedtimepod/-----Music ["Reverie"] by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. – www.scottbuckley.com.au
Welcome back to The Go-To Food Podcast, where we're joined by Alison Roman — chef, writer, and creator of some of the most talked-about recipes of the last decade. Alison takes us back to her first kitchen job at Sona in Los Angeles, working under David Myers for $7.25 an hour, crying daily but learning fast. It was a tiny, nine-person kitchen that ran like The Bear, long before The Bear existed. From there she went to Milk Bar in New York, then the Bon Appétit test kitchen — reverse-engineering photo-shoot dishes into recipes home cooks could actually make. The early days were brutal, pre-Instagram, and anonymous. No bylines, no fame, just biscuits, burnouts, and a deep sense that if you showed up more than anyone else, something would happen.In London, Alison's been eating with purpose — Café Deco's anchovy-studded little gem, a quiche that insists it's a frittata, and a beef stew she calls one of the best she's ever had. She weighs The Devonshire against The Pelican and The Hart. There's a fascination with pub culture, a debate over sharpened pencils at hotel reception, and a reminder that the best meals aren't always on “the list.” We get her take on TikTok chefs, the chaos of phones in kitchens, and an unnerving AI ad that generates recipe ideas without authors — proof, she says, that food without humanity just doesn't taste the same.We talk legacy too. From Dining In to Nothing Fancy to Sweet Enough, Alison's cookbooks built a blueprint for the way people cook now — easy, intuitive, quietly confident. She admits the dessert book nearly broke her, but Something for Nothing came easily because it mirrors how she actually cooks. There's a new tomato sauce line born from her husband's refusal to cook, a love letter to anchovies, and an argument for doing one thing well instead of a thousand badly. We end with her perfect menu: shrimp cocktail, Caesar salad, ribeye in brown butter and lemon, and a slice of key lime pie — the ultimate Alison Roman meal, simple, specific, and unapologetically human.------Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Blinq—POS made simple: £69/month, unlimited devices, 24/7 UK support, no contracts or hidden fees. Use code GOTOBLINQ for a free month. Got a true kitchen nightmare? Send it in—Ben's favourite wins a year of Blinq. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen chapter 6 , narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSummary:he family is at first sad about their departure from Norton, but as they approach Barton, they become fascinated by the hills and wooded landscape of Devonshire. The cottage is perfectly fine as a house, but as a cottage, it is missing many little aspects that a cottage is in need of, like honeysuckle covered walls. The cottage is very small, but it does have everything the family will need. It is too late in the year for Mrs. Dashwood to do any renovations, but it means that she will have plenty of money to renovate when the Spring begins. Once settled in, their landlord, Sir John Middleton visits them. He is a good-looking man of about 40, and he seems to be, in person, as polite as in letter. He sends them a welcome gift of garden produce and game. They soon visit Lady Middleton too. A younger woman of 26 or 27, and she is very elegant, but rather cold compared to her husband.SEO stuff I don't want to do. Jane Austin's timeless classic Sense and Sensibility follows the story of two girls, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, and their endeavors in love, marriage, and societal expectations. Love is not easy however, and Elinor finds her sense tested by her charming brother-in-law, while Marianne's sensibility brings her nothing but heartbreak.
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen chapter 5, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSummary:Six months after Fanny becomes Mistress at Norland, Mrs. Dashwood receives a letter from a cousin, Sir John Middleton, inviting her and her daughters to live in a cottage on his property in Devonshire. Eager to distance herself from Fanny, Mrs. Dashwood immediately accepts the invitation and send three servants ahead of her to Barton to prepare the house for her arrival. She informs John and Fanny of their departure and encourages Edward Ferrars to come and visit them at Barton. Following a tearful goodbye to their Norland home, the family sets out for Barton. SEO stuff I don't want to do. Jane Austin's timeless classic Sense and Sensibility follows the story of two girls, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, and their endeavors in love, marriage, and societal expectations. Love is not easy however, and Elinor finds her sense tested by her charming brother-in-law, while Marianne's sensibility brings her nothing but heartbreak.
Sophie Devonshire, Chief Executive of The Marketing Society, joins the IPA New Business Diaries podcast to talk to BBH London's Ellie Olliff about what clients really want from their agencies and how purpose and culture can make the difference between a transactional relationship and a true partnership.
There's something extra special about historical romance at Christmastime, so chatting with Julie Klassen about A Sea View Christmas was guaranteed to be a fun time. Listen in to hear about Julie's latest novel. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Julie shared about research, the series, and how Christmas looked in Regency times. A Sea View Christmas by Julie Klassen The holiday stirs up excitement as fondly remembered guests come to stay and acquaintances grow into more. . . . With a promise to her youngest sister, Sarah Summers declares that this year's Christmas at Sea View will exceed all expectations. But an upcoming trip to Scotland--and the prospect of becoming reacquainted with dashing widower Callum Henshall--blows a flurry of doubts into her mind. Sarah had discouraged his attentions before yet soon finds herself once again torn between attraction and duty as alluring thoughts of a second chance at love weave their way into her practical heart. Meanwhile, seventeen-year-old Georgiana eagerly anticipates the exciting Christmas of her dreams after last year's dull, disappointing holiday filled with endless chores. She enjoys all the promised parties, music, and dancing, but is taken by surprise when young love comes knocking. Does the festive romance of a Sea View Christmas hold the key to a happily-ever-after for both sisters? Spend the holiday season with the Summers sisters on the charming Devonshire coast, where family bonds are strengthened, love is rekindled, and Christmas joy abounds. Learn more about Julie on her WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Don't miss the Regency Facebook Group HERE! A Sea View Christmas is available at 30% off with FREE US shipping from BakerBookHouse.com Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!
A pint at Devonshire and Crown leads to an emancipation of the mind where we discuss the haves and have nots, it's a catch 23. You f*ck with my head ahead of this 'pre-arraigned' marriage.YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/T9xHm6W2SB4?feature=share
Where did the world-famous author Jane Austen find inspiration for her classic novels? Two hundred and fifty years after her birth, Gardeners' Corner presenter David Maxwell explores the outdoor spaces closely linked to her life and writing. In Hampshire, he visits the cottage garden at Chawton, where Jane lived with her mother and sister, and where she wrote and revised her most famous works. Now the Jane Austen House Museum, its Director Lizzie Dunford reveals how gardens and outdoor life shape Austen's stories. The new head gardener, Michelle Hickman, shares how the garden around the house has a planting scheme Jane would have recognised, all beneath two venerable yew trees which still stand as living witnesses to her time there. Inside the house, David discovers the horticultural wallpaper that surrounded Austen as she wrote. Nearby at Chawton House—once gifted to Jane's brother—Molly Maslan and Julia Weaver walk him through the grand gardens where she found further inspiration. He also finds a rose bred in her honour called ‘Pride and Prejudice'. Further north, David travels to Chatsworth in Derbyshire. This palatial home to the Dukes of Devonshire became Austen heartthrob Mr Darcy's ‘Pemberley' in a film adaptation of ‘Pride of Prejudice'. Librarian Fran Baker reveals that the 6th Duke was an Austen fan and collected first editions of all her works and head gardener Steve Porter takes David on a tour of the gardens designed to project power. In all three locations the programme explores how gardens connect us to the past, and how they have been—and continue to be—a source of inspiration. Email the programme at gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk
Franco Fubini was born in Argentina, raised in Italy, educated in America, and built his career in London.He's worked for Goldman Sachs, Apple, and luxury food brand Valderrama.But then came Natoora.Today, Franco is the founder of Natoora – the chef-obsessed fruit & veg supplier, serving Ottolenghi, Dan Barber, and Alain Ducasse.This episode is an eye-opener into food systems, supermarket power, and how our plates shape the planet.ON THE MENU:Growing up between Argentina, Italy & the U.S. – how culture shapes taste.The Goldman Sachs years – why Franco walked away from banking.Apple's obsession with perfection – and how it influenced Natoora.Alain Ducasse, Dan Barber & Ottolenghi – building trust with world-class chefs.Why supermarkets destroyed seasonality – and how Natoora fights back.The hidden cost of cheap fruit & veg – why “local” doesn't always mean good.How Natoora built a supply chain from scratch – and why it matters.Why chefs are the real gatekeepers of better farming.The problem with food labels, and why transparency beats marketing.Franco's long-term vision – a revolution in how we eat and farm.An honest, global, and deeply inspiring conversation with one of food's great challengers. ==============================================
Like many families, the Mitfords emerged from the Second World War bearing scars. Yet as the world entered a new, uncertain era, the sisters' knack for making headlines showed no sign of abating. Released from prison, Diana remained loyal to fascism. In America, Jessica became the target of McCarthyism, and later joined the burgeoning Civil Rights movement. Nancy enjoyed literary success in France, while Pam relished the gentle rhythms of country life, and Deborah unexpectedly became Duchess of Devonshire. In this second of two episodes, biographer Mary S Lovell joins Danny Bird to unpack the personal and political divisions that shaped the sisters' postwar lives, revealing how this eccentric aristocratic family continued to reflect and challenge the evolving social landscape and rub shoulders with some of the era's most famous people. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices