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Today, we're taking a look back at some of the key moments and themes from series 4, exploring what we've learned and what it all means for the future of farming. Joining Peter is Emily Norton, a farmer and independent strategic adviser based in Norfolk. Emily works with farmers, investors, politicians and businesses on rural policy and emerging trends, with expertise in natural capital influences on land, food and farming. She writes a regular opinion column in Farmers Weekly and holds non-executive board positions at various organisations including the Duchy of Cornwall. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.ukFor our podcast disclaimer click here. If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk Timestamps00:15 Peter introduces the episode.01:25 Emily introduces herself. 02:55 CLIP 1 Izak van Heerden talks about working on the business. 04:13 Emily reflects on the key challenges that prevent farmers from working on the business rather than being 'in' it all the time. 07:07 CLIP 2 on rewilding with Jim Bliss08:01 Emily reflects on nature recovery and the future of nature in the UK.15:46 Working off the farm CLIP 3 with Rhian Marchant.16:36 Emily reflects on the definition of what it means to be a farmer today. 20:46 CLIP 4 with Ben Mortimer talking about farm clusters. 21:30 Emily reflects on collaboration and clusters. How can we encourage more collaboration in future?25:40 Beaver anecdotes from Peter.27:00 'Educating' people28:54 CLIP 5 with John Gilliland looking at farm data and baselining projects in Northern Ireland. 31:02 Emily reflects on the importance of baselining when it comes to influencing policy and investment. Are we doing enough to make this data useful and accessible for farmers?38:11 Where do the opportunities sit for farmers right now?41:54 Peter closes the episode and the series.
In this episode, the government appoints former NFU president Minette Batters to lead a Defra review to solve farming's 'profitability problem'.Her appointment – by Defra secretary Steve Reed – aims to help growers and livestock producers increase their profit and financial resilience.We ask three experts what Baroness Batters should really be looking at – and whether farmers should be encouraged to diversify.Emily Norton, from Farm Foresight; Richard King, from Andersons farm business consultants; and Jonathan Armitage, from Strutt & Parker, share their thoughts.We get out in the field, where resistant wheat crops are showing signs of yellow rust - samples for analysis should be sent to the UK Cereal Pathogen Virulence Survey (UKCPVS).We look ways farmers can supply more local food - according to the Local Food Plan.And we try to track down a giant red fibre glass cow after it goes missing.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow Louise (X): @louisearableContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.
Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar series, we chat to Emily Norton, a passionate advocate for climate-focused policy and the future of farming.
In this episode, we look at the prospects for farming in 2025 – and discuss the opportunities for growers and livestock producers.We examine the outlook for profitable UK food production, ways to generate income from the farmed environment and the likely direction for government policy.First, though, we preview the Oxford Farming Conference (8-10 January) – which has a reputation for setting the political agenda for the farming year.This year's conference will see a keynote speech by Defra secretary Steve Reed following a series of controversial policy announcements.Does the (still) fledgling Labour government really understand farming? And, if so, why has it imposed inheritance tax on farm assets worth more than £1 million?Contributors include:Oxford Farming Conference chairman Geoff SansomePolicy analyst Emily Norton, Farm ForesightGraham Redman, The Andersons CentreTim Isaac, Ceres RuralListeners in England can obtain free farm support advice until March 2025 under Defra's Farm Resilience Fund – subject to eligibility criteria.This episode is hosted by Johann Tasker.To contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, please email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In England, you can also message us by texting the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.
Police are investigating what is possibly the first crime of its kind: a British schoolgirl playing a game in the metaverse was allegedly sexually assaulted by a group of online strangers. Given that this happened in a virtual reality game, it is not yet clear whether there is any crime here to prosecute. We hear from Helen Rumbelow from The Times, and her colleague Sean Russell, who has gone into the metaverse as both a man and a woman, and was struck by how different it was.How much of your daily life do you spend negotiating? Perhaps at work, or with your children – or even in-laws? Mum and a mic on Instagram, Jane Dowden, discusses the negotiations she has with her twins, and clinical psychologist Catherine Hallissey tells us what goes on in our brains while we're negotiating, and the best way to do so with family.Is farming getting easier for women? New research out this week suggests that women working in agriculture are finding life worse now than they did 10 years ago. This comes as more women are showing an interest in pursuing farming as a career – with some agricultural colleges enrolling record numbers of girls onto their courses. We hear from Emily Norton, a female farmer and agricultural commentator, as well as Bridgette Baker, a young farmer who recently graduated, to find out their experiences in farming.Violinist Izzy Judd trained at the Royal Academy of Music and was an original member of the string quartet Escala, who shot to fame on Britain's Got Talent in 2008. She met her husband Harry on the McFly Wonderland tour. Following marriage and three small children, Izzy has written two books - Dare to Dream and Mindfulness for Mums. She has now returned to her love of playing the violin, with a forthcoming EP - Moments, and a single - Somewhere in My Memory. The Storm We Made is a new book by the debut author Vanessa Chan. Set in what we know today as Malaysia across two timelines - British colonialism and Japanese colonialism - it follows bored housewife Cecily who risks it all to become a spy for a general. But her decisions have huge repercussions for her and her family. Vanessa Chan tells us about her book which was fought over in a seven-way auction by publishers in the UK.Steph Daniels gave up hockey in her 30s to teach PE and English and manage an all-female synth pop group called Zenana. However, in her 70s, she saw an advert for Bedford Hockey Club and decided to dust off her sticks. Since then, she's even attended a trial for the over-70s England team and vows to try again next year. She tells us about reigniting old passions.Presenter: Clare McDonnell Producer: Rabeka Nurmahomed
Female artists dominated the 2023 music scene. New figures from the British Phonographic Institute reveal that Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Raye, Dua Lipa, Ellie Goulding and many more - spent a record-breaking 31 weeks in the number one spot in the UK Singles Chart. But that's not all... they had seven of the top 10 singles and even took the top vinyl album spot. Why was 2023 so good for female artists? And will it continue? We ask global music business lecturer and podcaster, Karlyn King, and music journalist Jo Kendall.Domestic Abuse Commissioner Nicole Jacobs says new Government plans to get rid of shorter jail sentences in England and Wales put women at risk. The new sentencing bill currently making its way through Parliament aims to give what are known as suspended sentences, where people may have instead been given jail terms of 12 months or less. Estimates from the Office for National Statistics show around 2.4 million people - 1.7 million of those being women - suffered from domestic abuse in the year to March 2022.Is farming getting easier for women? New research out today suggests that women working in agriculture are finding life worse now than they did 10 years ago. This comes as more women are showing an interest in pursuing farming as a career – with some agricultural colleges enrolling record numbers of girls onto their courses. Claire McDonnell speaks to Emily Norton, a female farmer and agricultural commentator, as well as Bridgette Baker, a young farmer who recently graduated, to find out their experiences in farming.Women's Health magazine is an iconic brand in the UK and read globally by millions of people monthly. Women's Health Editor-in-Chief Claire Sanderson has just made history as the first woman globally to also be appointed Editor-in-Chief of Men's Health. Claire joins Woman's Hour to discuss what it means to be a woman editing a men's magazine, whether there is a crossover with what women and men are reading and, in an age where we're worried about body image, are these magazines useful?Presenter: Clare McDonnell Producer: Kirsty Starkey Studio Manager: Duncan Hannant
In today's podcast, we have a special guest :Emily Norton, share her story in how God changed her life in High School and brought her through a seasons of resentment and sadness to victory.
Ben is joined by Emily Norton, Guy Smith, Gareth Wyn-Jones and Sophie Gregory to look back on the year in farming and have a bit of fun along the way with the annual quiz!
Everything is sales. Whether you're selling a product or a vision for the future, you want people to connect and feel its urgency and importance. Putting a focus on forming lasting donor relationships took Emily Norton's organization, the Charles River Watershed Association, to new heights. Listen as she walks us through her experience working with me, building her confidence, and thinking big. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Case Study with Emily Norton: Why She is Confident Growing Her Budget By 40% (When It's Only Ever Grown By 10%). What You Will Discover: ✔️ Think big. The starvation mindset holds nonprofits back from growing. Put into practice the activities that allow expansion. Changing their strategic plan helped Emily Norton grow her budget by 40% this year. ✔️ Do things with confidence. The more honest you are about your organization's financial need, the more donors want to support you.. They want to be on the same winning team. ✔️ ‘The ask' is only one step in the donor's journey. Sometimes, calling a donor to say thank you or provide a resource can help cultivate a stronger relationship. It's how all the small steps fit together for maximum relationship building. ✔️ Slow down. Connect your goals to their interests. You may have donors who aren't giving their best gift because they don't have a clear picture of what you do or what your organization needs. Emily Norton has served as Executive Director of the Charles River Watershed Association since August 2018. She previously served as Massachusetts Chapter Director for the Sierra Club, where she focused on advocating for stronger renewable energy policies at the state and local levels. Prior to that, she spent ten years as a research and communications consultant to groups such as Conservation Law Foundation, Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships, Environmental Defense Fund, and the US EPA ENERGY STAR Program. Emily also spent several years working in politics as a fundraiser for the Democratic Leadership Council in Washington, D.C., and as Finance Director for a Congressional campaign on Cape Cod. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-norton-541173/ Subscribe to my YouTube for weekly updates. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjEu276-YQ0TeurphD62pA/ Download White Paper The Big Fundraising Secret (How Traditional Nonprofit Fundraising blocks your overall growth and keeps you from fully funding your organization every year) https://mailchi.mp/a533c0ab59cf/2021-whitepaper Or, subscribe to The Business Behind Fundraising podcast on any of your favorite podcast apps!
Our 2023 podcast series, "Oxford Inspires", kicks-off this month with a new host, and new focus. Farmer, OFC Director, and award-winning podcaster, Will Evans takes us on a journey of leadership and networking, as he speaks to OFC directors, speakers, scholars, emerging leaders and Inspire delegates. We hear their personal stories and experience, and reflect on their time at Oxford. In this first episode, Will is joined by Emily Norton to find out why she believes in taking on leadership roles, such as OFC Chair, and her passion to leave the conference in an even better shape than she found it. She also touches on the role of an OFC Director, ahead of applications closing next week. They cover a lot of ground, and lots of laughs, in just 20 minutes.
In a split second, Chris Norton went from being a talented college football player to a quadriplegic with a 3 percent chance of ever regaining any movement below his neck. In this episode, Brian learns how Chris has refused to let the accident define him and, with the support of his wife Emily, has worked tirelessly to defeat the odds and help other people. YOU WILL LEARN:· How a severe spinal cord injury drastically altered his life.· How one turning point changed his mindset.· How he empowers others to overcome their obstacles. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://chrisnorton.org/7 Yards: The Chris Norton Story “The Seven Longest Yards,” by Chris and Emily Norton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJJOdjlRbQo “The Obstacle is the Way,” by Ryan Holiday The Shawshank Redemption The Wedding Singer S2E45, A Slight Change of Plans – an Interview with Dr. Maya Shankar Episode 143, Life Without Limits with Nick Vujicic NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Your future will take care of itself when you take care of today.” – Chris Norton“Happiness is not measured in steps.” – Chris Norton “Living life in a wheelchair has taught me that your life is as limited as you allow it to be.” – Chris Norton “I'm not going to let what I can't do to paralyze me more from what I can.” – Chris Norton “The way I have found healing through my own challenges is by being able to serve others.” – Chris Norton See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this week's show, host Ronnie Byrne interviews Lincoln-based children's author Lydia Sanders, showcasing her ‘Hysterical Herstories' books, written to teach children about influential women in history in a fun and entertaining way. Also this week, The Lincolnite associate editors Emily Norton and Leanne Crawford discuss what being women in journalism means to them, and how workplaces can combat gender disparity. Finally, Ronnie is joined by Lincolnshire's own Henry Camamile, lead singer of one of the UK's most exciting new bands, Sea Girls. Henry discusses his links to Lincolnshire, how the COVID pandemic affected the bands' songwriting and touring, and Sea Girls upcoming album Homesick.
"The Three M's"Our destination this week is Philadelphia USA but only for a short while as we both get into a little fight and our Mum's get scared so we're now off to see our Aunty and Uncle in Bel-Air!Yes that's right we are watching and reviewing the Pilot Episodes for both 1990's The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air and 2022's Bel-Air, we'll be discussing both pilots at the same time so we're changing it up a little this week all before our Question Of The Week (which is a good one!)Enjoy!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
This week Rob and George finally gain Level 7 clearance as they join the Agents Of Shield!Yes this week the boys discuss the pilot episode of Agents Of Shield, the cast of (mainly) unknowns and their dynamics, the impact the MCU had on the future of the show and much more.Also discussed is Severance from director Ben Stiller and now currently showing on Apple TV+.We may also plug our BRAND SPANKING NEW PODCAST Colin Brain VS The MCU!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
It's a big one today folks!Yes that's right we are finally off to Albuquerque, USA, as we watch Breaking Bad.It's not secret both Rob and George are big fans of the show but that doesn't stop them from going in depth into this Pilot Episode and breaking it down almost to a minute detail.Also discussed this week is Pam & Tommy and the controversy that follows it.A WHOLE BUNCH of other shows are discussed this week in what might be the longest "What have you been watching" section ever.Enjoy!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gGR28wrKiQArtwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"We're not saying Rob had the time of his life during his colonoscopy but it was right up there!"Our destination this week is not actually the USA as we head off to sunny Barcelona to steal some Euros in 2017's Money Heist!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the breakneck pace, the strength (or weakness!) of the subplots and so, so much more.They also discuss brand new Netflix horror Archive 81. Rob may have been sedated whilst watching it. You'll understand when you listen...They also discuss last week's Question Of The Week which had our biggest response EVER so pressure is on you all to be just as reactive with this week's question!Also discussed is Yellowjackets, Queer Eye, The Responder, As We See It and so much more!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
Dopo l'incredibile successo ottenuto con “Emily Norton”, brano che ha raggiunto centinaia di migliaia di streams in pochissime settimane, scalando le migliori classifiche di fine 2021 ed entrando nei palinsesti delle principali emittenti radiofoniche italiane, l'eclettico ed incisivo Trunchell, Etc. torna con “Truman Show” (Red Owl records/Visory Records/Believe Digital), il suo nuovo singolo prodotto da Gaedi. Un pezzo intimo e sincero, che, spogliato da maschere e filtri, rappresenta il punto d'incontro tra anima e immagine, raccontando la persona, l'essenza di Francesco, dietro al misterioso personaggio di Trunchell. Un ritratto autobiografico, intenso e viscerale, in cui il tenebroso artista classe 2000 lascia spazio alle fragilità e alle vicissitudini di un ragazzo che, come ogni altro, modella se stesso e il suo futuro tra debolezze e punti di forza, facendo i conti con la propria personalità e cercando di unire, quotidianamente, i tratti della sua unicità a quelli che lo accomunano alla società che lo circonda. E come in un sequel di pellicole in cui protagonista e spettatore coincidono, “Truman Show” è suddiviso in 3 atti che si susseguono e portano in scena l'evoluzione umana, una vera e propria rinascita, mentale e spirituale, dove alle tenebre più arcane e profonde, narrate nel primo verso - « non sai cosa vuol dire soffrire d'ansia, sperare di morire mentre il giorno avanza» -, fa seguito uno status di blocco emotivo - «cigolo, stando fermo sono in bilico» -, con la conseguente incapacità di esprimere i propri sentimenti - «se ti amo mi nascondo, come fossi muto non mi esprimo» - e le proprie emozioni - «Silio, faccio guerra al mio ridicolo, modo di non dimostrare Scusa» -, per sfociare e concludersi nella presa di consapevolezza, una coscienza che assume i tratti luminosi e illuminanti della verità e della speranza - «tu piovi quando nevica, sii la verità in questo Truman Show» -, traducibili nella visione e nel calore di quello spiraglio di luce interiore in grado di illuminare paure e fragilità, rendendole presenze con cui misurarsi per migliorarsi ogni giorno, anziché nemici da combattere o fantasmi dai quali fuggire. Il titolo del brano, chiaro e voluto riferimento al celebre film di Peter Weir del 1998 “The Truman Show”, premiato con tre British Academy of Film and Television Arts ed altrettanti Golden Globe grazie alla straordinaria versatilità interpretativa di Jim Carrey, fonde malinconia, rassegnazione e verità, raccontando la condizione alienante in cui ci si ritrova nel vivere un'esistenza fittizia, lontana dalla propria natura e dalle proprie inclinazioni, da quelle aspirazioni e da quei desideri che sono insiti nel cuore di ciascuno di noi, ma possono essere colti soltanto da chi è in grado di percepirli, assecondarli e coltivarli, conducendo un percorso autentico, cucito, con le proprie mani, su se stessi, con il filo dell'autodeterminazione e della convivenza consapevole con i propri limiti e le proprie virtù. Disponibile l'intervista su www.pascuzzo.eu
We're off to Tuscon, USA this week as we watch 2015's The Last Man On Earth followed by Yellowjackets, a new mystery/thriller from Exec Producer and Director Karyn Kasuma.Join Rob and George as they watch both pilots and discuss the usual criteria, do they work as pilots? Is there anything that doesn't make them work? And as always, and most importantly, will they watch episode two?!There may or may not be a new Jingle from Rob this year, listener discretion is advised.Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
Ben speaks to Emily Norton about the Oxford Farming Conference from this year and Sam Siva about the Oxford Real Farming Conference.
Ben is joined by Guy Smith, Emily Norton and Gareth Wyn-Jones to review the year and for the traditional quiz.
Our destination is Orange County, USA as we watch, from 2003, The OC!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the very odd opening first few minutes, the supporting cast and so much more.We also have two Questions Of The Week this week as George brings another ridiculous game/question to the pod.But that's not all folks, Rob and George also discuss the opening episode of Dexter: New Blood as everyone's favourite tuna sandwich loving serial killer is back for a ten episode stretch!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"Business cards and texan switches"Our destination this week is Malibu Pier, California, as we watch "Panic At Malibu Pier", the feature length pilot episode of Baywatch!Join Rob and George as they discuss the many, many, many puzzling moments of this pilot, the crazy character work and so much more.They also watch the new sci-fi epic Foundation out now on Apple TV+.And if you thought last week's Question Of The Week was ridiculous you've seen nothing yet.Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"Helllllloooooooooooo Daaaaaaaaaave"Our destination this week is New York (we really do visit here a lot don't we?!) as we watch from 2008, Mad Men!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the coolness of Don Draper, the scumbaggery of Pete Campbell, the "it's toasted" scene and so much more.Also discussed is brand new procedural comedy/drama Wolfe starring Babou Ceesay and Amanda Abbington. We also have a very questionable Question Of The Week that ends up providing many laughs (that resulted with George having a headache for 3 hours afterwards). This is a good one folks!https://cinematicnomad.tumblr.com/post/662576534707666944/in-case-anyone-was-curious-ive-transcribed-allhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bpuBoOssPcArtwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"Jack Bauer and the art of tinning food"Our destination this week is back to sunny ol' England as we watch 2005's Extras!Join Rob and George as they watch the Pilot Episode and discuss how well some of the jokes have aged, their favourite moments from the show overall and the legacy some of the other Gervais/Merchant shows may have left.They also discuss the listener answers to last week's Question Of The Week as well as discussing this week's slightly bizarre question, "TV characters who are good at their job".But that's not all dear listeners! Rob and George also discuss the Pilot Episode of new show Kevin Can F*** Himself, and spoilers, it's a good one!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films
We are off to the city of Angels this week as we watch....well, Angel! Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, it's unfortunate legacy and one of our biggest Oozats of the podcast.Also discussed is our Question Of The Week "Who should be the next Doctor and Doctor Who Showrunner" and also discuss our listener answers for last week's question.But we're not done yet we also discuss the new Masters Of The Universe animation from Netlix and Kevin Smith! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2EUkkX16Lkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZ5LpwO-An4 (God I hate you Rob)Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton
"The Wireless!!"Our destination this week is Sunnydale, USA as we watch Buffy The Vampire Slayer!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the very odd first and last ten seconds, the casting choices and so much more!They also discuss the first episode of Season Two of the wonderful Ted Lasso! Has it improved after season one? Is season two a disappoint? Oooooooh Clickbait.This week's Question Of The Week is also a bit of a banger!Check out our guest appearance on Hardcore Listings and give the guys a subscribe whilst you're at it - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hardcore-listing-with-chris-stu/id1217431599Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"Schmenter Schmarks and Rage-Inducing Flying Ants"Our destination this week is Manchester, UK, as watch 2006's Life On Mars!Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the beast that is Gene Hunt, the effectiveness of the show's mystery and so much more.Rob and George also watch Monsters At Work, the new Monsters Inc Spin-off currently showing on Disney+!They also reveal our audiences answers to last week's Question Of The Week as well as answering the GREAT question this week, "Best Uses of songs in TV"Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"Don't give me hope, by Jeremy Renner"Our destination this week is Miami, Florida as we watch Jane The Virgin! Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, rob's dislike of typing (?!) and listen as they try and recap the twist-filled pilot.Also watched this week is Physical, the new dramedy starring Rose Bryne and that can now be found on Apple TV+!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"Inspiring John Krasinki with shoulder bumps and Hey Duggee tattoos"Our Destination this week is Twin Peaks as we watch, well, Twin Peaks!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the style of David Lynch, some of the questionable performance choices in the Pilot and so much more!They also discuss the Pilot Episode of The Gloaming which can now be seen in Disney+ in the UK.We also continue part two of last week's Question of the week where we discuss our favourite title sequences in TV.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
The Newton City Council is holding a public hearing on whether to ban gun stores and firearms businesses in the city. We speak with Emily Norton, Newton's City Councilor for Ward 2, and Laura Towvim, Co-Founder of the Newton Gun Violence Prevention Cooperative.
"The One With The Longest Question of the Week Ever"Our destination this week is Hells Kitchen, New York, as watch 2015's Daredevil!But it's a bit of a Marvel special this week as Rob and George also watch Loki on Disney+!And if you haven't guessed already, our Question Of The Week this week is our longest one yet and we want to know your answers for next week's episode!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.This month we are sponsored by Paris In Cuffs - be sure to use the code PILOT15 at the checkout to receive your 15% discount! http://www.parisincuffs.com/The Simpson HD Intro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfVBrpIhH60Adventure Time Titles - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMDaAcfCYowDexter Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ej8-Rqo-VT4King Of The Hill Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUZIQufgukASouth Park Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8p22rtNMoMSteven Universe Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSaoXwQzHnYThe X-Files Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpqffgak7ToFresh Prince of Bel-Air Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy3PIwczyB0
"Peter's Dinklage"This week's destination is Westeros and we watch, at last, Game Of Thrones! Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the incredible casting, the craft of the script and of course that final season.But it's not just Game Of Thrones this week; Rob and George also watch the first episode of Panic from Prime Video.Also discussed is listener's answers for last week's question "Favourite Moments in Friends" and also get into this week's question "Most Disappointing Series Finales"!Thanks also to our Sponsors Paris In Cuffs and remember to use the code PILOT15 at the checkout to receive your 15% discount! Aren't we good to you!?!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.
"The One Where Lisa Could Row....Kud.....Row....oh it's a rubbish joke anyway..."This is a big one Ladies and Gents! This week our destination is New York as we watch 1994's Friends! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the incredible casting and character work and their favourite memories from the whole show.The Question Of The Week is Friends-related and even the second show we watch this week is The Friends Reunion featuring James.....sigh....Corden.This week's episode is also sponsored by Paris In Cuffs and remember to visit their website on https://www.parisincuffs.com/ and get your 15% discount by entering PILOT15 in the checkout!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
Stop trying to make "Hammier than a London Deli" happenOur destination this week is Banshee, USA in Cinemax's....well....Banshee! Join Rob and George as they discuss this quite frankly insane pilot full of Violent Amish people, out of control buses on the streets of New York and lines so pulpy you could have them for breakfast.They also discuss last week's Question Of The Week, which was Best Season Finales and it had the most responses we've ever had to a question!They also discuss the new show from the amazing Barry Jenkins which can now be found on Prime Video, The Underground Railroad.Produced by Top Hat FilmArtwork by Emily Norton
"The one where George spoils the plot of every film or TV show ever made and Bon Iver sings about his favourite TV show"Our destination this week is Thamesmead, England as watch 2009's Misfits!Join Rob & George as they discuss the pilot episode, their favourite performances in the pilot, the potentially problematic elements in the show and so much more.They also watch The Bad Batch, the new Star Wars animated show from Disney+!Simon Pegg and his 12 stages of Drunkenness - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LO4xWk7_cIProduced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"The One With Gunther's Dead Mum"Our destination this week is Baltimore, USA as we watch 2002's The Wire! The Wire is widely known as one of the top five greatest shows of all time, George has previously seen the show whereas Rob hasn't so does it live up to the hype?!They also watch HBO Max's new Crime Mystery Mare Of Easttown starring the powerhouse that is Kate Winslet.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton
“The one where we have to send a written apology to HAIM”Our destination this week is London as watch 1999’s Spaced directed by the wonderful Edgar Wright! Join Rob & George as they discuss whether Spaced is still relevant in today’s TV Culture, the insane variety of characters and so much more!Finally they also watch and discuss Leonardo from The Man In The High Castle’s Frank Spotnitz on Amazon Prime! Produced by Top Hat Films. Artwork by Emily Norton.
"The one where Aaron Paul gets too excited at Robot Wars"Our destination this week is New York as watch 2014's Mr Robot.Join Rob & George as they discuss this phenomenal pilot, the highs and lows of Rami Malek's career and so much more.We also watch and review Wellington Paranormal from Jermaine Clement and Taiki Waititi as well as discussing Amazon Prime's Invincible, Line Of Duty and so much more.This week's Question Of The Week is also not to be missed!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
“Sus Dogs and getting the giggles at dramas”Our destination this week is, well, Earth as we watch The 100! It’s safe to say we have A LOT to talk about with this pilot as we both came very with very strong opinions. We also discuss last week’s AWFUL question of the week and the ecstatic response we received from it before discussing this week’s question of the week which was given to us by one of our lovely listeners as we clearly can’t be trusted to come up with then anymore. We also watch the new Netflix show The Irregulars!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"It's Daddy Time"Our Destination this week is Los Angeles as we watch 2004's Entourage!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode and to be honest, try and say nice things about it. Woof. They also review The Flight Attendant starring Kaley Cuoco and luckily have a lot more fun with that one!Keeping it in theme with The Flight Attendant, as part of this week's Question Of The Week our two thirty-something year old idiots discuss TV locations they'd most like to visit!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"The one where Rob gives Too Much Information and calls George an idiot all before nicknaming his fiance after a weapon of mass destruction"Our destination this week is Virginia, USA as we watch 2013's Hannibal!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, Hugh Dancy's powerful performance and as they try to figure out where Hannibal ranks in the "Lector-Verse".They also review Dollface starring Kat Dennings which can now be found on Disney+ Star here in the UK.Keeping it in theme Rob & George's Question Of The Week is "Favourite TV villains".Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"Explaining the concept of the Sugababes to old men"Well this is a lovely treat isn't it!This is the first of a series of specials we have planned to continue throughout the year where both Rob & George take a look at a whole season of television to discuss whether it works as a cohesive season of TV and also take a look at the season's high points and low points!This is a massive deep dive into season one of Marvel's WandaVision so if you haven't seen the show yet or are planning on it we highly advise to you visit the weird and wondeful world of Westview before pressing play.Enjoy!Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton
“Featuring special guests Greta Thurnberg and Jimmy Two Knuckles Baxter”This week’s destination is Los Angeles as we watch 2009’s Modern Family! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the wonderful performances and whether one certain joke goes maybe a little too far. They also review Your Honor starring Bryan Cranston which can be seen on NowTV in the UK and Showtime in the US. They also discuss the listener answers to last week’s Question Of The Week and also discuss this week’s Question “Favourite TV Mums”!Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton
Women in Food and Farming” is a group of professional women in food, agriculture and the land-based industries at all stages of their careers, who get together to discuss business issues, support each other via mentorship and advice, and help generate networks of contacts that might be useful to themselves and their businesses. Founded in 2011 by Christine Tacon CBE, the group started back in 2011 with just five women and has now grown to over 400 members. Christine is known to many as the first Grocery Code Adjudicator and head of the Co-op's farming business, she has just been appointed Chair of Assured Food Standards which operates the Red Tractor Assurance scheme amongst other roles. In our current strange times, Beanstalk is very proud to offer our extensive platforms to allow Women in Food and Farming to continue their conversation and debate and to encourage new members ongoing to join them, be that on a virtual Broadcast basis. Guest speaker: Emily Norton - Director and Head of Rural Research at Savills, talking on “The future of farming – making sense of Brexit, covid, carbon and food.” Emily is responsible for generating and guiding the production of high-quality insight and commentary on rural property, agricultural policy and sustainability topics across England and Scotland for Savills. She is highly recognised for her presentations and talks on key rural topics and provides policy and investment advice. She is a 2018 Nuffield Scholar, and a director of the Oxford Farming Conference for 2020-2023.
"Baskin' Bouncin' Balls and being executed to the Curb Your Enthusiasm theme song"This week's destination is Gravity Falls as we watch, well, Gravity Falls! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the many hidden details within the first episode alone, what the show has in store for new viewers and so much more!They also review Love, Victor which is now streaming on Disney + Star in the UK and Hulu in the States!As well as discussing the many listeners answers to last week's question "Who is your favourite TV spy?" they also discuss this week's question of the week "Favourite towns in TV shows that are a character themselves".Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
"Crap Magicians and their glamourous assistant Trott Stuff"This week's destination is Los Angeles, USA as we watch 2001's Alias.Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, Sydney's annoying husband and yet again may rant about JJ Abrams.They are also reviewing Netflix's new hit show Behind Her Eyes!As always we will be discussing listener's answers to our Question Of The Week as well as answering this week's question, "Who are our favourite spies in TV?"Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.
“Cool Gangs with Crappy Diversions”This week’s destination is Charming, USA as we watch 2008’s Sons Of Anarchy!Join Rob & George as they watch the Pilot Episode, discuss whether Charlie Hunnam’s accent is any good and try to determine if the Pilot is too violent or does it simply just ring true to the show? At the end of the episode we also discuss the listener answers to last week’s Question Of The Week and also discuss this week’s Question taking a look at our favourite Gangs on TV. The Pilot Episode is available for UK listeners on Netflix and on HULU for US listeners. Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton
The Adoption Connection | a podcast by and for adoptive parents
Ever wonder what would happen if God suddenly gave you the opportunity to share what is most important to you? This is what happened to our guest, Emily Norton, when a video about her and her husband (then fiance) went viral with millions of views. "Quadriplegics do not simply walk again - yet millions watched as Chris Norton took ten nearly impossible steps. With his fiancée, Emily, supporting at his side, those unbelievable steps became the start of an extraordinary journey for them both." ~Amazon Their story is one of incredible perseverance and following God in unexpected ways. Emily will infuse you with joy as she shares her very unique story of becoming a foster and adoptive mom. Relevant Resources and Links: The Seven Longest Yards* by Chris and Emily Norton Click here to preview the first 2 chapters of the audiobook for The Seven Longest Yards* Connect with Emily on Instagram Connect with Chris on Instagram Watch their YouTube videos #14: Joys and Challenges of Fostering and Adopting as a Single Mom (Molly Ford also talks about post-adoption depression) #38: Fostering and Adopting Teens with Kristin Berry *affiliate link
If the UK crashes out of the EU on 29 March with no agreement on continuing trade relations, how will it affect Britain's supplies of fresh food? Could the country's supermarket shelves be left empty?Dan Saladino speaks to farmers, traders and officials fretting at the unknown but potentially serious consequences of a "no deal" Brexit for food security in the UK, as well as one middle class family who are already stockpiling their own food supplies.Interviewees include Guy Singh-Watson of Riverford Farm, Professor Tim Lang of City University London, Ian Wright of the Food & Drink Federation, Andrew Opie of the British Retail Consortium, Emily Norton of Nuffield College Oxford, Tim Worstall of the Adam Smith Institute, and New Covent Garden mushroom trader Michael Hyams.(Picture: A mother and her son look at the empty bakery shelves in a supermarket in Tewkesbury, England following flooding in 2007; Credit: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)
A couple days ago while at a dear friend's daughter's wedding, I met this wonderful woman named Deb. As we spoke I found out she was from Iowa and was in for the weekend to attend the wedding of our mutual friends and realizing she was the American family to the bride's father who is from Columbia. As Deb and I continued to converse, she handed me her business card while briefly sharing her family's incredible faith story and a foundation her son had started. I was in awe of GOD and this family to where I just had to ask, "Will you be a special guest on my show and come to my studio?" Without hesitation she said, "Yes!" As she came to the studio the next day, this interview/conversation with Deb was incredibly empowering and I thought to myself afterward, "Everyone needs to have a Deb in their lives as she pointed me back to the Father in such a powerful way." To hear the story of her son, Chris Norton and the determination of this entire family was nothing short of amazing! You will not want to miss out on this podcast/YouTube episode...it is truly a "Flipping The Script" kind of episode! You will listen and be in awe of all that Deb shares; the insight, the wisdom is unmatched to say the least!Links:www.ChrisNorton.orgYouTube People TV FULL Story:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNhLZedi3-IFather & Son Memoir via Amazon:"The Power of Faith When Tragedy Strikes":https://www.amazon.com/Power-Faith-When-Tragedy-Strikes/dp/1625720122/ref=pd_sbs_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1625720122&pd_rd_r=fa31392d-2287-11e9-8307-3d1db5d50469&pd_rd_w=8fF2A&pd_rd_wg=9SJl1&pf_rd_p=588939de-d3f8-42f1-a3d8-d556eae5797d&pf_rd_r=VGCXQKGD5NX8QM819HSC&psc=1&refRID=VGCXQKGD5NX8QM819HSCBook coming out in July 2019, "The Seven Longest Yards" via Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Longest-Yards-Pushing-Leaning/dp/031035692X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1548630297&sr=8-1&keywords=the+seven+longest+yards