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Best podcasts about Gower Peninsula

Latest podcast episodes about Gower Peninsula

Country Focus
A Sauna Outdoors

Country Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 27:55


Whether you're visiting a beach on the Gower Peninsula or a mountain lake in Gwynedd, it seems people in Wales are embracing the tradition of a sauna. As well as associated health benefits its a chance to be outdoors and at one with nature. There's been a proliferation of saunas, in mostly wooden huts, popping up across Wales particluarly at the coast or inland beauty spots but Country Focus drops into the Sawna Dyfi Project, between Aberdyfi and Machynleth offering a community sauna... in a converted horsebox!

Bedtime Stories
Quietus

Bedtime Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 44:34


Story One – Bridgend Lying between the sandy beaches of South Wales's Gower Peninsula and the rugged mountains of the Brecon Beacons, the county of Bridgend is surrounded by areas of outstanding natural beauty. But over a three-year period in the late 2000's, the area was devastated by a string of teenage suicides. Just what was happening in Bridgend? Story Two – Eleven Eleven years. Eleven diaries. Eleven deaths. In July 2018, a small town in North Delhi, India was rocked to its core when an entire family perished under strange circumstances. A case still heavily under investigation, we question; what were the events which led up to the mysterious Burari deaths. MUSIC  Tracks used by kind permission of Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Tracks used by kind permission of CO.AG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Build Back Better with 4theRegion
70. Community Led Housing in South West Wales

Build Back Better with 4theRegion

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 64:23


Welcome to the first of our Round Table discussions leading up to the regional Green Economy Conference on the 19th November at Swansea Arena. In this episode, we dive into community-led housing initiatives that are paving the way for a sustainable and inclusive future in South West Wales. Our Panel: Sarah Foster: Pembrokeshire Community Led Housing Development Officer at PLANED; Jonathan Hughes: Community Led Housing Advisor for Cwmpas; Adam Land: Board Member of Gwyr Community Land Trust, on the Gower Peninsula; Leonie Ramondt and Adrian Lester, from Swansea Co-Housing. Together, they discuss the vision of affordable, sustainable homes in cohesive neighbourhoods and the challenges of making this vision a reality amidst the current property market and land use issues. From rural to urban settings, our panel explores alternative ways of building, living, and fostering community spirit. And please register your place at the Green Economy Conference on 19th November 2024: https://www.4theregion.org.uk/green-economy-conference-2024/

Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees
EP145 Demon House of Gower: Dark secrets of the "Village of the Dead" | Paranormal Swansea and Gower | Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast with Mark Rees

Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 28:24


What dark secrets lie in this picturesque corner of Wales? Why was it once known as the 'village of the dead'? And what horrifying events drove a family to the brink of despair in the mid-seventeenth century? Journey to the breath-taking Gower Peninsula to uncover the terrifying tale of the Demon House of Gower. Explore the mysterious and malevolent forces that plagued the Bowen household, where a spectral figure, or a demonic doppelgänger, or possibly sinister poltergeists reigned. Discover how faith and resilience clashed with pure evil in a battle from centuries ago in an episode that promises to leave you questioning what lurks in the shadows of even the most serene landscapes. Explore the lore with Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales) on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast... if you dare. Until next time, nos da!   ORDER PARANORMAL SWANSEA AND GOWER BY MARK REES: Mark's latest "Ghosts of Wales" book "Paranormal Cardiff". You can order it online here.   BUY MARK REES A COFFEE: If you'd like to support the GHOSTS AND FOLKLORE OF WALES podcast you can treat Mark to a coffee here: Mark Rees on Ko-Fi - thank you/ diolch!  https://ko-fi.com/markrees    WHAT IS THE GHOSTS AND FOLKLORE OF WALES PODCAST WITH MARK REES? The "Ghosts and Folklore of Wales" podcast explores Welsh ghosts and ghost stories, lore, myths and legends. Launched by author and journalist Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales/ Paranormal Wales) in early 2020, this weird and wonderful podcast takes a fascinating look at the country's countless curious subjects by combining decades of research from many books and articles with long-lost tales from dusty old tomes. Ranging from "real life" encounters with the uncanny to fantastical adventures from the Mabinogion, new episodes are uploaded every other (Folklore) Thursday and feature everything from pesky poltergeists to fire-breathing dragons, with the odd wicked - and not-so-wicked - witch along the way. Along with the regular stories you can also expect the odd special guest, an occasional live ghost hunt, and all sorts of crazy ideas. Seasonal specials include the dark folklore and Gothic Halloween (Nos Calan Gaeaf) traditions, and everyone's favourite skulled-headed Christmas visitor, the Mari Lwyd herself. Dare you explore haunted Wales? From the sublime mountains and cascading waterfalls to the bustling cities and remote farms, go in search of the paranormal and the unexplained in all corners of Cymru - think of it as opening the Welsh The X-Files... and some tenuous Ghostbusters links! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a spooky episode, and for more details and to get in touch with Mark Rees, please visit https://markreesonline.com/: Mark Rees homepage Mark Rees on social media Books by Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales etc.) Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast It's spooky time!

Brain Shaman
Penny Kennedy: ADHD Toolkit & Guide | Episode 85

Brain Shaman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 59:31


In this episode, our guest is ADHD coach Penny Kennedy. We talk all about ADHD - what it is, what it is not, the neuroscience, dopamine, challenges, frustrations, strengths, and more. We discuss various tools to help people with ADHD (or anyone experiencing challenges with executive functioning), including: nutrition, supplements, cold exposure, discomfort, exercise, technology, social connection, coaching, retreats, nature, pausing, and slowing things down.Connect with Penny, learn more, or get a free consultation at: www.advanceadhd.comBOOKS - ADHD 2.0 by Ned Hallowell- Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke- Living With Adult ADHD by Bernadette Ashton- Out of My Skull by James Danckert & John Eastwood- Taking Charge of Adult ADHD by Russell BarkleyEVENTS- Darshan (eye gazing event)- Fairwood Escape (ADHD retreat)- Vipassana Meditation (course / retreat) PEOPLE - Andrew Huberman- Anna Lembke- Bernadette Ashton- James Danckert - John Eastwood - Ned Hallowell- Russell Barkley - Thomas Brown- Tom Cruise- Wim HofSUPPLEMENTS - L-tyrosine - Elite Focus - get dopa- lion's maneVOCABULARY- body doubling- cob house- Gower Peninsula (place)- Swansea (place)- yurt**Connect & Learn More**website: www.advanceadhd.comFacebook: @penny872LinkedIn: /penny-kennedy-calc-accX: @AdvanceADHDSend me a text message here

Travel Royally Podcast
Ep. 66 - Rhys Morgan - Club Manager for Pennard Golf Club

Travel Royally Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 39:43


Join us on this episode of Travel Royally Podcast as we dive into the captivating world of golf and embark on a virtual journey to Pennard Golf Club, one of Wales' hidden gems. Our special guest, Rhys Morgan, the esteemed club manager at Pennard Golf Club, takes us through the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and unique challenges that define this remarkable golfing destination.Rhys Morgan, an avid golfer and an expert in his field, shares his insights into the captivating allure of Pennard Golf Club. Situated on the stunning Gower Peninsula in South Wales, Pennard Golf Club is often referred to as the "Links in the Sky" due to its elevated position and spectacular views of Three Cliffs Bay and the Bristol Channel. Rhys guides us through the breathtaking panoramic vistas and explains how the natural features of the landscape create an unforgettable golfing experience.During the interview, Rhys delves into the fascinating history of Pennard Golf Club, dating back to its establishment in 1896. He highlights the club's evolution over time, including notable moments and renovations that have contributed to its current standing as a cherished golfing destination. From the club's strategic layout to its world-renowned signature holes, Rhys paints a vivid picture of the challenges and rewards that await golfers at Pennard.As we explore Pennard Golf Club's unique characteristics, Rhys provides a glimpse into the club's commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the Gower Peninsula. He shares the club's sustainability initiatives and conservation efforts, which ensure the harmonious coexistence of golf and the stunning environment that surrounds it.Whether you're an avid golfer or simply a fan of captivating stories, this episode of the Travel Royally Podcast will transport you to the idyllic Pennard Golf Club. Join us as we discover the timeless charm, remarkable history, and natural wonders that make this golfing paradise a must-visit destination for golf enthusiasts around the world.So, grab a drink, tune in, and get ready to explore the wonders of Pennard Golf Club with the knowledgeable Rhys Morgan as our guide. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/travelroyally/support

Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees
EP100 Uncanny Ghost on the Golden Coast: A strange spirit terrorises a Welsh village in this real-life haunting. Who is the Swansea spook? Explore the lore on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales Podcast

Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 31:06


A strange white apparition is terrifying a Welsh village. Can the local ghostbusters solve the mystery? On the golden sands of Caswell Bay a ghostly visitant is sending shivers up the spine of young and old alike after the shades of night have fallen. A group of Mumbles ghost hunters set out to put an end to the haunting of this Swansea spook, and what they find surprises all of them. Join Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales) for an adventure on the "most haunted" sands of the Gower Peninsula on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast... if you dare!     What is the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast? The "Ghosts and Folklore of Wales" podcast explores Welsh ghost stories, lore, myths and legends. Launched by author and journalist Mark Rees in early 2020, this weird and wonderful podcast takes a fascinating look at the country's countless curious subjects by combining decades of research and insights from many books and articles with long-lost tales from dusty old tomes. Ranging from "real life" encounters with the uncanny to fantastical adventures from the Mabinogion, new episodes are uploaded on Thursdays (weekly most of the time, biweekly when book and media deadlines are looming) and feature everything from pesky poltergeists to fire-breathing dragons. Along with the regular stories you can also expect the odd special guest, an occasional "live" ghost hunt, and all sorts of crazy ideas. Seasonal specials include the dark and Gothic Halloween (Nos Calan Gaeaf) traditions of old, to everyone's favourite skulled-skulled Christmas visitor, the Mari Lwyd herself. Dare you explore haunted Wales? Think of it as opening the Welsh The X-Files, along with some tenuous Ghostbusters links! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a spooky episode, and for more details and to get in touch with Mark Rees, please visit: Mark Rees homepage Mark Rees on social media Books by Mark Rees Ghosts of Wales podcast It's spooky time!

The Organic Gardening Podcast
S2 Ep42: May – Marvellous May has finally arrived!

The Organic Gardening Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 60:52 Very Popular


Join new presenter, Garden Organic CEO Fiona Taylor, as she shares her love of May with Chris. Plus Chris takes a trip to the beautiful Mumbles on the Gower Peninsula to meet Gardeners World presenter and long-time Garden Organic member, Sue Kent, who shows him round her inspirational tiered organic garden.

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Where to Go
Wales

Where to Go

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 43:24


In this episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are hopping over to Wales, where they are joined by Ben Holbrook who is a travel writer, photographer, and filmmaker based in the Gower Peninsula. Ben guides James and Lucy through this beautiful country which is famed for its spectacular coastline and countryside. Listen out for a slice of the Amalfi coast reconstructed in Portmeirion and a trip to Dyan Thomas' old house. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Low Tide Boyz
Chris's Trans Tahoe Relay 2021 Race Report

Low Tide Boyz

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 35:28 Very Popular


Welcome to episode eighty-one of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!In this episode, we chat about the Trans Tahoe Relay Swim that Chris participated in over the weekend. It was a really, really, really fun event and we will share the complete race report with everyone.But First…Training UpdateThe Böyz split up over the weekend (shocking!) and Chipper did a solo 3-hour Swimrun practice while Chris was having fun in Tahoe. ShoutoutsWe've got two shoutouts this week!First, a tip of the hat to Rob Golden. He reached out to us recently and he's racing his first Swimrun in a few weeks at Casco Bay. We're super stoked for Rob and hope to see him at our race after-party at Lone Pine Brewery.We're also shouting yet another new Patron on Patreon: John a.k.a. HAYATZ a.k.a. HYZ. He's been a friend since even before LTBz was a thing and we really appreciate his support. HYZ is also on a new Swimrun journey as he trains up for his first race at Orcas Island and second event at ÖTILLÖ Catalina. HYZ is also responsible for inspiring us to create the Feats of Endurance segment after he ran around his block covering 50 miles to raise funds for the non-profit KEEN USA.Feats of EnduranceWe have two winners this week. The Swimrun team of Mel Bartow and Andy Hewitt swam around Coronado in San Diego in a cool 4h 53m covering some 21,000yds. Why? We don't know but it was an impressive feat for sure!Make sure to check out our Strava Club and follow fellow Swimrunners from around the world as they train for races and life.This Week In Swimrun (Powered by Raceid.com)It's been another good week for Swimrun news!The Illmensee Swimrun took place in Germany over the weekend. Given all the bad news coming out of Germany lately regarding bad weather and flooding, it was great to see this event go off without a hitch. Special shoutout to Christian Götz (and his partner Martina) from our Strava Club who finished first place overall and first place mixed team. Strong work!The Kalmar Swimrun also took place over the weekend. This 23k race looked super well organized and had a ton of participants. It's great to see events coming back in Sweden!Over in Italy, Aquaticrunner has announced the date of Sept. 12th (the best date in the world) for what they are calling the 2021 Individual Swimrun World Championship. Not entirely sure why it's a “World Championship” but it's cool that new formats for racing are popping up in Europe.In the bummer section of the news, Quest Racing recently announced that they had to cancel their Seattle Swimrun.Breca Swimrun confirmed that their Gower Swimrun has a full go ahead to take place on July 31st. Registration is closing soon, so make sure to sign up if you want to race in the Gower Peninsula in Wales.That's it for this week. Feel free to email us to tip us off to any events or Swimrun news that you'd like for us to share on the show.UpdatesAre you tether-curious? Make sure to check out our two new videos on YouTube about the Swimrun Tether. Sarah and Miriam from Team PB and Bananas (who swim at our pool) recently DIY'd their own tether for their first Swimrun practice and it looked like they survived so we must be doing something right in the advice department. At long last our LTBz Swimrun practice bibs have arrived! Want to represent for LTBz or just want some extra visibility out there for safety and stuff? Then these bibs are for you. We only made a limited run of these so head on over to our store to check them out.Chris's Trans-Tahoe Relay Race ReportIn this episode, we are letting people into a tradition that Chipper and Chris have had for years, namely, sharing their race report on either a run, a ride, or over a dinner with the training crew. In short, Chris's experience at the Trans Tahoe Relay was so much fun. In this race report, Chris breaks down everything that you need to know about the event, how it went, and why he is planning on participating in it again for every year that he can!You can learn more about the Trans Tahoe Relay on their website. (Warning: the website is overdo for a facelift, to put it mildly.)That's it for this week's show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star review. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, and on YouTube. You can also follow our meme page on Instagram. Email us at lowtideboyz@gmail.com with any feedback and/or suggestions. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!-  Chip and Chris

BBC Countryfile Magazine
Sound Escape 1: calming birdsong in a Welsh woodland

BBC Countryfile Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 6:01


Welcome to the first Sound Escape from BBC Countryfile Magazine – five minutes' blissful peace in the countryside as we wind down for the weekend. Every week, we'll upload some beautiful and relaxing sounds of nature. We will capture the spirit of the moment to give you a perfect audio snapshot of what's going on in the countryside right now.This week, we are escaping to a little wooded valley on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales to hear robins, mistle thrushes, great tits and a great spotted woodpecker proclaiming early spring. The sound of the sea blends with a gentle breeze in the treetops. Hannah Tribe is your host. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Neil Oliver's Love Letter to the British Isles
2. Mistaken Identity - West Glamorgan

Neil Oliver's Love Letter to the British Isles

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 33:44


In this episode, Neil's journey across the British Isles brings us face to face with a dead body and a case of mistaken identity.In Goat's Hole Cave, on the Gower Peninsula, Neil uncovers tantalising clues and profound emotions surrounding a grave that is 34,000-year-old - the grave where the remains of the oldest modern human ever found in the British Isles was discovered. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Unseen Podcast
22: Mamie Stuart

The Unseen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 32:05


On the 5th November 1961, 3 potholers were exploring the area of Brandy Cove on the Gower Peninsula in Wales. They entered a narrow mineshaft and found a skull, some bones and some jewellery hidden behind a rock. Little did they know that they had just discovered something that would unlock the 40 year old mystery of what happened to 26 year old Mamie Stuart. From a tumultuous marriage to a strange disappearance Mamie's life had been a sad and tragic one however her family would eventually get some answers. Important information provided by:  https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/mamie-stuart-murder-swansea-crime-17229764https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-51386314https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/crime/sunderland-murder-victim-finally-buried-century-after-her-mystery-disappearance-2481890https://www.findmypast.co.uk/ - all contemporary articles.If you want to support the show on Patreon here is the link and thank you!https://www.patreon.com/theunseenpodMusic by: www.dl-sounds.com (http://www.dl-sounds.com/)Follow us on social media:Twitter- @theunseenpodFacebook- The Unseen PodcastYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeX9lQupoivDexPioj0b9Fw

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The Casual Birder Podcast
#72 Dan Rouse at Rhossili, Wales

The Casual Birder Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 47:18


Ornithologist and conservationist Dan Rouse joins me for a walk on Rhossili Headland, on the Gower Peninsula, Wales. A well-respected birder and wildlife educator, Dan tells me how she became interested in birds at a young age, and how her advocacy for conservation of Welsh wildlife has led to tv and radio appearances. During the walk, Dan helps me identify the differences between Skylarks and Meadow Pipits, Cormorants and Shags, and Common Gulls and Herring Gulls. Links: Dan's Website Dan's Twitter Account Dan's Instagram Account Birds seen on the walk: Herring Gull Common Gull Shag  Fulmar Jackdaw Carrion Crow Meadow Pipit Kestrel Red-throated Diver Dunnock Linnet Great Black-backed Gull To find our more about the Rhossili Headland, visit National Trust For more about the birds mentioned in this episode, with videos and sound clips, visit the RSPB Bird guides: RSPB Bird Guide The Casual Birder Podcast Don't miss an episode - subscribe to the show (Subscribing is free) Twitter Instagram or join the Facebook Group If you enjoy the show, consider leaving a review on podchaser.com Thank you to Randy Braun for designing the artwork for the show. The theme music is Short Sleeved Shirt by The Drones. Thanks to them for letting me use it. Check out their website at dronesmusic.net

Talk 2 Brazil Podcast
CEO Non Comfort Zone, Stuart Morgan, Practice Development Consultants, Wales

Talk 2 Brazil Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 30:49


CEO Stress, Mindfulness, Be a Friend, Small Talk, Upbeat, Quality Time, Gower Peninsula, www.pdc.wales

STATE OF MIND
It's time to 'Do Summit Good' for our planet, ourselves and our community.

STATE OF MIND

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 33:56


Hello and welcome back to STATE OF MIND, my podcast series all about health and nutrition and living a conscious and connected life with yourself and those around you. I'm Grace and I'm a Nutritional Therapist ad Lifestyle Medicine Advocate who can often be found cold water swimming, doing some breath work or cooking up a storm in the kitchen! Today I’m talking to the amazing Josh Pike who has spearheaded the community based project 'Do Summit Good' in Wales. I met josh one morning at sunrise when we swam in the sea together on Rotherslade Beach on the Gower Peninsula. I got talking to Josh about his life’s mission and swiftly realised that here was a man doing incredible things for his community, our planet and himself.  He’s recently crowdfunded £10,000 to buy a very special steam oven to bake what he calls Truffle Bars. One of the projects that Summit Good is working on is their Truffle Bar Bar, a deliciously chocolatey vegan truffle bar made from borlotti beans grown on a community farm on the Gower peninsula. Josh tells me the story of why he went from running successful cafes in Swansea to living in a van with his wife for 8 months and then finally realising that he wanted to Do Summit Good. If you enjoy the episode I’d love it if you could leave me a review on iTunes podcast app if you haven’t already, and share the episode to your Instagram stories so that more people can find the podcast!   For more form Josh, follow the project @summit_good And for the BTS from me it's @gracekingswell

Writers Aloud: The RLF Podcast
Location And The Writer, part 10

Writers Aloud: The RLF Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 26:19


Jo Mazelis takes us to the Gower Peninsula, a repository of memories. Rob Chapman takes us far from the sea, to Sandy in Bedfordshire. The post Location And The Writer, part 10 appeared first on The Royal Literary Fund.

Bedtime Stories
S05E15 - Bridgend

Bedtime Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2019 19:08


Lying between the sandy beaches of South Wales’s Gower Peninsula and the rugged mountains of the Brecon Beacons, the county of Bridgend is surrounded on all sides by areas of outstanding natural beauty. But over a three year period in the late 2000’s, the area was devastated by a string of teenage suicides. Just what was happening in Bridgend? ABOUT THE PODCAST Turn off the lights, get into bed and plug in your earphones. It's time for a creepy bedtime story. For the discerning horror fan, we cover the most chilling cases throughout history. From the paranormal to the supernatural, unsolved mysteries and strange deaths to cryptids, conspiracy theories and the most disturbing of true crimes, all told in a unique and creepy way. Join us every week for a new scary story. EMAIL bedtime.stories@outlook.com MUSIC "Ice Demon", "Mesmerize" and "Undaunted" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 "A Place Hidden From God", "The Desert" and "Spartacus" used by kind permission of CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvA

New York Welsh
Episode 13: A Musical Education, Composing for Commercials and a Knight to Remember - Karl Jenkins

New York Welsh

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 52:24


Sir Karl Jenkins is a musician and composer from Penclawdd on the Gower Peninsula. He was knighted in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honours List. From his early days in jazz and prog rock he has gone on to become the most performed living composer in the world. His canon of work transcends genre or classification and now includes 17 gold and platinum discs. His work The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace has been in the UK charts for 15 years, and was performed at the Lincoln Center New York on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Lady Carol Barratt is a musician, composer, educator, and a lyricist for Sir Karl's work. She has written 84 titles in musical education, and three children's books set on Gower which have now been translated in to Welsh. Richard and Gideon speak to Sir Karl and Lady Carol ahead of the concert in Carnegie Hall in honour of his 75th birthday.

Supernatural Girlz
The Magical Faery UnderWorld ~ with Expert RJ Stewart

Supernatural Girlz

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2018 93:00


Visit the Magical Underworld with RJ Stewart Tune in to Supernatural Girlz to hear from Under and Other world expert RJ Stewart.  Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, R.J.’s father came from a Gaelic speaking family originally from the Western Highlands and his mother from a Welsh speaking family originally from the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. R. J. Stewart has taught workshops and classes in the UK and USA, Canada, and Israel. These include working with Celtic and classical mythological traditions, the Faery and UnderWorld traditions, music and consciousness, and his original ongoing program for transforming awareness, the Inner Temple Traditions Inner Convocation ® .  In 1996 R.J. was admitted to the USA as “resident alien of extraordinary ability,” a category awarded only to immigrants of outstanding achievement in the arts or sciences.? He is the author of many books, including The Underworld Initiation, The Arch of Heaven, The Well of Light, The Spirit Cord and more. 

Midweek
Julia Donaldson, Iain Sinclair, Gary Bell, Michael Booth

Midweek

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2015 41:49


Libby Purves meets children's writer Julia Donaldson; author Iain Sinclair; QC Gary Bell and journalist and food writer Michael Booth. Michael Booth is a travel and food writer who became something of a a cultural phenomenon in Japan after his book Sushi and Beyond became a bestseller. The book, which traces his culinary journey across Japan, was transformed into a cartoon series on Japanese television featuring Michael and his family as characters. Michael is attending this year's Hyper Japan Festival to talk about starring in his own animated series. The Hyper Japan Festival is at various locations at the O2 Arena, London. Gary Bell QC is a defence barrister who specialises in fraud cases and is known as BBC's The Legalizer. He grew up in poverty on a Nottingham council estate and his career history includes stints as a lawnmower mechanic, fireman and forklift truck driver. He was also a self-confessed football hooligan who was convicted of fraud before turning his life around and becoming a Queen's Council. His autobiography, Animal QC - My Preposterous Life, is published by Monday Books. Julia Donaldson MBE is former Children's Laureate and the author of over 120 books and plays. Her breakthrough book was the Gruffalo, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which has sold over 13m copies, won several prizes for children's literature and played in the West End and on Broadway. The shows Gruffalos, Ladybirds and Other Beasts - with Julia Donaldson and the Scarecrow's Wedding - both based on her books - are showing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh. Iain Sinclair is a writer, poet and filmmaker, long associated with psychogeography - the study of the effects of the geographical environment on people's emotions and behaviour. In his new book, Black Apples of Gower, he takes a rare excursion out of London to walk along the cliff-top paths of his childhood in South Wales and rediscovers the Gower Peninsula, a place he first explored in his youth. Black Apples of Gower is published by Little Toller Books. Producer: Paula McGinley.

The Food Programme
A Taste of Britain Revisited - Wales

The Food Programme

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2014 27:01


In 1974, Derek Cooper set off on a hunt - for BBC Television - around Britain to discover what was left of its regional foods and traditional ingredients. Forty years on, Dan Saladino revisits Wales, and that series, called "A Taste of Britain" - to meet some of those involved, their descendants, and to find out what happened after these foods and skills, some of which at the time were on the wane when they were recorded for the cameras.Dan goes to Wales to find out how the tradition of fishing for sewin in tiny boats called coracles is faring. When Derek visited the Gower Peninsula, cockles were in short supply and had to be sourced from outside of Wales. Dan visits Swansea market to ask how the cockle trade is doing now and to see if the famous Welsh laverbread is as popular today as it was when the original series was filmed in the mid 70's. At that time, Derek Cooper feared that some of the traditional Welsh foods and skills were about to be lost forever. Dan finds out whether those fears became the reality, as he asks how Welsh identity is expressed through its food.Producer: Sarah Langan.

Gower Artist
Episode 1a - Exploring Southgate and Pobbles Bay

Gower Artist

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2010


Each episode is in Two Parts. In part one we explore an area of the Gower Peninsula. In part two we look at a variety of painting techniques to help you paint your perfect landcsacpes in watercolour and Acrylics.Episode 1a: Pobbles Bay is a small secluded Bay next to Three Cliffs Bay which shares a large rock that separates the Bays known as Three Cliffs. This video is my journey from Southgate across the Cliffs down to Pobbles Bay. Taking in the beautiful scenery along the way.Episode 1a