Podcasts about High Street

The Dementia Festival on Friday 31 October - and it was a festival - involved 25 and more organisations offering help and advice for people living with dementia, at a venue provided by Churcher's College; there was talk from a Consultant Psychiatrist, a pilates taster class and attending organisations included the Alzheimers' Society, care homes, the NHS, the police ,the Taro and the Dementia Choir. PACT - Petersfield Area Churches Together - announced that their Christmas Day Lunch is open to couples where they are living with dementia; more about this at Winton House on the High Street. Organised by Dementia Friendly Petersfield, Audrey Morton and Julie Butler, there was a real buzz around it with an emphasis on living well with dementia.. It was informative and very moving with the dementia choir bringing the house down. Local MP Damian Hinds opened the event, thanking all involved. Mike Waddington reports from 2025's Dementia Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jo Whitfield, in her first chat since becoming Chair of the British Retail Consortium, tells Sean Farrington how she ended up hat the organisation after a career spanning some of the High Street's biggest businesses. She shares why it's such an important time for retail, and talks about how the sector's changing—thanks to online shopping, social media, and shifting customer habits—and how retailers are adapting. Jo dives into the pressures businesses face, especially around business rates and taxes, and calls for a fairer system that doesn't penalize physical stores. There's also a look at how supermarkets, independents, and online influencers all play a role in today's retail ecosystem. Jo reflects on being the BRC's first female chair and why diversity in leadership—across gender, ethnicity, and background—matters for the future of retail. She also touches on tech, AI, and how retail offers flexibility and opportunity, especially for women, whilst on safety, she highlights rising retail crime, the risks to staff and delivery drivers, and what the industry and government are doing about it. Cybersecurity is another hot topic, with Jo stressing the need for constant vigilance and investment.01:26 Joe Whitfield's career and appointment as Chair of the British Retail Consortium 03:51 Transformation and challenges in the retail sector 07:40 Impact of business rates, taxation, and the upcoming budget on retailers 14:31 Role of large supermarkets, independent retailers, and online influencers 19:58 Inclusion and diversity in retail leadership 23:41 Women's careers, technology, and AI in retail 25:23 Retail crime, safety for workers and delivery drivers 32:33 Threats of cyber crime and security in retail(Picture: Getty)Presenter: Sean Farrington Producer: Angus Tiffin Editor: Henry Jones

This interview first aired on Monday the 27th of October, 2025 on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton. One FM breakfast announcer Plemo interviews Katrina Mooney from Soroptomists International of Shepparton Inc. on their ongoing final Monster Garage Sale and special Oaks Day Lunch. The Soroptimist Shepparton final POP UP SHOP/GARAGE SALE is happening at the old Albury Antiques store at 159-165 High Street Shepparton. It's on till Thursday the 30th of October, 2025 from 10am till 4pm. All proceeds will go to the local community. The Oaks Day lunch is on Thursday the 6th of November, 2025 from 12pm to 4pm at the GV Hotel (233 High Street), Shepparton. Tickets are $65. For more information Contact: Debbie on 0417 002 224 or sishepparton@siseap.org. To purchase tickets head to https://sheppandgv.com.au/events/calendar/event-details/!/323/event/oaks-day-lunch For more information like Soroptimist International of Shepparton Inc on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/www.Soroptimists.Shepparton.vic.au. Listen to One FM Breakfast with Plemo: Monday - Friday, 6am - 9am. Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131 The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1. PRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association Limited and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) that covers Simulcasting and Online content including podcasts with musical content, that we pay every year. This licence number is 1385226/1

An abandoned nightclub has been destroyed after a fire ripped through the building last night. The Grade II listed site of the former Portlands Factory club in Northfleet went up in flames just before midnight. Also in today's podcast, a couple say they have lost £18,000 worth of stock after after a blaze tore through an historic building on a regenerated quayside. In the early hours of yesterday, fire crews were called to Standard Quay to a fire that seemed to be coming from inside The Pottery Room.A Kent man who came to the UK as an asylum seeker says he's taking part in an immigration debate to speak up for those who don't have a voice.He was 17 when he arrived in the back of a lorry from Iraq in 1999 – he's urging people not to feel threatened by those who come here from a better life. A frustrated dad says he was put through “years of hell” after being hounded for child support arrears he did not owe – despite his ex-wife confirming he never missed a payment.He's now hit out at the Child Maintenance Service, claiming it gave him “sleepless nights” by wrongly chasing him for thousands of pounds and even taking money directly from his wages.And in football, you can hear from Gillingham's assistant manager following a disappointing defeat over the weekend. They Gills lost 2 – 1 to Salford City at Priestfield but Richard Dobson is urging fans to look at the stats.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Second public hearing scheduled on parking changes The Cold Spring Village Board, at its Wednesday (Oct. 22) meeting, tabled recommendations from the Planning Board to approve 32 parking waivers for 1 Depot Square and 37 Main St. Since 2010, the board has granted waivers to businesses for $250 each, as payment in lieu of providing the required number of off-street spaces required by the Village Code when parking spaces are unavailable. On Wednesday, Mayor Kathleen Foley questioned the effectiveness of the waivers. "The physical reality of the village is that the parking waivers don't help us," she said. "It's cash in the door, but it doesn't get us closer to solving the (parking) problem." When waivers were initiated 15 years ago, (the first six were issued to Frozenberry, then at 116 Main St., where Angie's is located now), the village population didn't more than double on peak tourist weekends as it does now, she said. At 1 Depot Square, the code requires 14 off-street spots for a planned addition of a 1,250-square-foot event space at the south end of The Depot Restaurant. Angie's Bakery and Café also plans to move and expand at 37 Main St., which would require 18 off-street spots. Both locales are busy sections of the village. Brian Tormey, the owner of 37 Main St., said that while there is space behind the building, it isn't suitable for customer parking for logistical and safety reasons. Greg Pagones, who owns The Depot, said he's been using space owned by Metro-North adjacent to the restaurant for staff parking since 2007 through an informal agreement with the railroad. Pagones said Metro-North indicated several years ago it intended to formally renew the agreement, but that hasn't happened. Foley expressed concern over the lack of a contract with Metro-North. "If we enter an agreement based on the concept that that space is available to you, and a year from now, MTA says, 'Nope, you're out,' we've made decisions about parking based upon space you don't control," she said to Pagones. There was discussion as to whether Depot Square, often described as a private road, is actually a public street, and whether that status would affect off-street parking. Documents related to the street date to the mid-1800s. "There is a public right-of-way that encompasses essentially all of the roadway and the parking on either side," said the Planning Board attorney, Jonathan DeJoy. "On top of that, the street has been used as a public street for decades." The board tabled a decision on the parking waivers pending consultation with the village counsel. "We want to find middle ground that allows entrepreneurial efforts in the village to flourish," balanced with quality of life for residents, Foley said. In a Friday (Oct. 24) email, she described the situation as a quandary. "The practice of parking waivers has kicked the can for new developments down the road for a decade," she wrote. "Now the board has no option but to deal with the reality on the ground, weigh pros and cons, along with property rights, and make the best decision we can for the widest interests of the village. It is by no means a simple question." In other business … A second public hearing will be held on Nov. 12 at Village Hall on proposed changes to Chapter 126 of the Village Code, dealing with vehicles and traffic. The revisions proposed include limiting free parking on the east side of High Street to the section between Haldane Street and Northern Avenue and extending parking limits on both sides of Fair Street to include the section north of Mayor's Park to the village limits. Twenty-four winter parking permits will be available for the municipal lot on Fair Street. Permits cost $40 and are valid from Nov. 15 to April 15.

//The Wire//2300Z October 24, 2025////PRIORITY////BLUF: U.K. MISTAKENLY RELEASES MIGRANT THAT SPARKED THE EPPING RIOTS, MANHUNT UNDERWAY FOR THE FUGITIVE. BRITISH DIGITAL ID SCHEME TO TARGET CITIZENS FOR NONCOMPLIANCE. VEHICLE RAMMING ATTACK REPORTED AT COAST GUARD BASE IN CALIFORNIA. USA TRADE NEGOTIATIONS WITH CANADA TERMINATED AS CANADA LAUNCHES PROPAGANDA AD CAMPAIGN.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-United Kingdom: In an interview regarding the Digital ID scheme, PM Starmer revealed that the penalty for not getting and using a Digital ID will be a fee of £85 for every instance of financial transaction that would ordinarily require an ID under this new plan.This afternoon, a separate situation developed as a major police operation was declared in Essex after the Epping Hotel attacker was allegedly mistakenly released from prison. Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu was released by police this morning, rather than being deported. Currently a manhunt is underway, and local citizens are urged to be on the lookout for the violent criminal. Local police have not provided a description of Kebatu other than his mugshot, however a local citizen posted a video on social media after they spotted a man matching his description carrying his belongings in a clear trash bag. This footage was taken before the wanted notice went out, and the grey sweat/tracksuit he was wearing matches the description that court reporters visually saw him wearing earlier that day in court.Geolocation of this video evidence places Kebatu's last known location outside a cafe at Number 84 on the High Street in Chelmsford. The video cuts off before Kebatu's destination could be confirmed, but his last known azimuth places him traveling North up High Street, toward the bus station.Analyst Comment: Kebatu is an Ethiopian national who assaulted a child and a woman in Epping back in July, prompting the now-infamous Epping Riots. He had only been detained for roughly a month, and was supposed to be deported as a way of the British government showing that they do indeed deport violent criminals. However this shining example of good faith has been dashed, and the already dismal public sentiment on the issue is about to get a lot worse.To put it lightly, it is in Mr. Kebatu's very best interest for the *police* to find him as soon as possible. On the one hand, it is true that the British government let a violent criminal out of jail. But on the other hand that also means that he is no longer under police protection, he has no documentation, doesn't speak English, and no one knows where he is. Anyway, a few protests and demonstrations are well underway in Epping, and time is of the essence to find him, before the trail goes cold.Canada: The United States has suspended trade negotiations with Canada due to the discovery of a propaganda campaign targeting Americans. The government of Ontario ran a $75 million ad campaign featuring a speech by Ronald Reagan, in which he spoke negatively about the idea of tariffs. This speech, however, was a fabrication using clips and words selectively cut from Reagan's 1987 address in order to make it look like Reagan was not in favor of tariffs...when the actual uncut speech was actually in favor of tariffs.Analyst Comment: There's a saying in the world of psyops...a deception campaign can never fail. Even if discovered, the deception effort will cause doubt as to what's real, so there will always be some level of effectiveness. In this case, Canadian officials thought they were being cute by playing fast and loose, but this was not simply a harmless meme or something obviously fake. The content that was produced was fully intended to take the place of true information, and when carried out by a nationstate to manipulate the internal sentiment of a foreign nation, this a very serious charge. The sheer scale of this propaganda cam

New research reveals Gen Z will transform Britain's high streets into social, tech-driven hubs by 2050! Sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso. According to American Express research, 65% of Gen Z says each trip should deliver something they can't get online, while 79% want future retail destinations to blend shopping with dining, drinking, and leisure. Three-quarters believe retailers should use AI for immersive in-store experiences. Lisa Collier, fresh from London, shares her perspective on whether this evolution is realistic, drawing parallels to how malls served Boomers. We discuss the importance of experiential touchpoints, planning organizations, and ensuring the technology actually works. Is this clickbait or genuine strategy? Our panel weighs in.

David Burnip ('aka' The Wandering Turnip) explores different aspects of places and life in the UK, documenting his findings on YouTube. In this podcast he shares insights from his vast and fascinating wandering to many different places - including discussions about the decline of the High Street, regeneration, sense of place and coastal erosion.

This interview first aired on Monday the 20th of October, 2025 on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton. One FM breakfast announcer Plemo interviews Katrina Mooney from Soroptomists International of Shepparton Inc. on their ongoing final Monster Garage Sale and special Oaks Day Lunch. The Soroptimist Shepparton final POP UP SHOP/GARAGE SALE is happening at the old Albury Antiques store at 159-165 High Street Shepparton. It's on till Thursday the 30th of October, 2025 from 10am till 4pm. All proceeds will go to the local community. The Oaks Day lunch is on Thursday the 6th of November, 2025 from 12pm to 4pm at the GV Hotel (233 High Street), Shepparton. Tickets are $65. For more information Contact: Debbie on 0417 002 224 or sishepparton@siseap.org. To purchase tickets head to https://sheppandgv.com.au/events/calendar/event-details/!/323/event/oaks-day-lunch For more information like Soroptimist International of Shepparton Inc on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/www.Soroptimists.Shepparton.vic.au. Listen to One FM Breakfast with Plemo: Monday - Friday, 6am - 9am. Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131 The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1. PRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association Limited and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) that covers Simulcasting and Online content including podcasts with musical content, that we pay every year. This licence number is 1385226/1

This episode of The Shift podcast, with the High Street legend, Mary Portas, is brought to you live from Cheltenham Literature Festival Mary is one of the UK's most high profile and innovative business women. She made her name transforming dusty old Harvey Nichols into global fashion destination Harvey Nicks (with a little bit of help from Jennifer Saunders, Joanna Lumley and Absolutely Fabulous!), leaving after a decade to found Portas her own creative company, helping to transform some of the many companies and brands who'd tried and failed to poach her. Mary went from industry famous to on-the-street famous when over three and a half million people tuned into BBC's Mary Queen of Shops back in 2007 and she has been a regular on our TVs ever since. She has advised the government on the future of high streets, created twenty six Mary's Living & Giving shops for Save The Children and written six books. But we're here to talk about those Harvey Nicks years and the book she's written about them in the heady whirl of the 90s - I Shop Therefore I Am.  Mary takes us on a no-holds barred journey from shop window to boardroom. It's a joyous gossip-filled riot but also a candid look at the childhood that shaped her, her passion for shops (not fashion) and crucially how and why we shop. And in amongst it all we might get a bit emotional! * You can buy all the books mentioned in this podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Shift bookshop on Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, including I Shop, Therefore I am by Mary Portas as well as the book that inspired this podcast, The Shift: how I lost and found myself after 40 - and you can too, by me. * If you enjoyed this episode and you fancy buying me a coffee, pop over to my page on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. • And if you'd like to support the work that goes into making this podcast and get a weekly newsletter plus loads more content including exclusive transcripts of the podcast, why not join The Shift community, come and have a look around at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theshiftwithsambaker.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • The Shift (on life after 40) with Sam Baker is created and hosted by Sam Baker and edited by Juliette Nicholls at Pineapple Production. If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate/ review/ follow as it really does help other people find us. And let me know what you think on Bluesky @theothersambaker.bsky.social or instagram @theothersambaker or message me on substack The Shift with Sam Baker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few voices capture the intersection of innovation, vision, and disruption quite like Jason Bradbury. As a leading technology speaker, he illuminates the bold frontier where emerging tech meets everyday life. From hovering cars to AI-driven futures, Jason has long been ahead of the curve - delivering insight, entertainment, and clarity to audiences navigating a rapidly shifting digital age. In this exclusive interview, he shares his take on the ethics of AI, his bold predictions for what's next, and how we can all become active participants in shaping the technology landscape of tomorrow. Q: How do you see AI transforming business models and competitive advantage in the next decade? That's a critical question. I would counter with - how is it not going to affect the future of business? I mean, let's put it this way: imagine that you had a crystal ball back in the noughties when computers were traditionally disconnected in offices around the world. The internet didn't really exist; it was just happening as bulletin boards or simple kinds of email services. But you had access to a vision of the future that told you new services like something called Amazon were going to arrive, where you could get logistics shipped around the world in lightning speed. You could order products and get them delivered not just the next day, but in some cities, the same day. Services like Blockbuster, which at that time would have been really familiar on the High Street, would just fail and no longer exist - replaced by mega corporations like Netflix, Amazon, and something called Google. Imagine you had that knowledge - that you were able to look into the future and predict all of that. How would that have changed your business? How would it have changed your workforce, the people you employ, the skills you value, how you interact with customers, or what services you offer? Well, that's the state we're in now. AI is as big, arguably bigger, than the dot-com boom or even the invention of the computer. This is how species-level important this innovation is. In line with my "30 Days of AI" speech, I actually asked this question to an AI - "How will AI affect the future of business?" It replied: "AI is expected to have a significant impact on the future of business, leading to increased efficiency and cost saving through automation and improved decision-making. It added that "AI will also enhance the customer experience through personalised recommendations and support and give rise to new business models." It's up to you - which answer do you prefer, the human one or the AI one? Q: In a rapidly evolving tech landscape, how can we ensure AI tools and systems remain ethical and trustworthy? How can we ensure that the processes and tools of the AI revolution remain ethical? The ethics of AI is really the talking point of the moment. You might be aware that there are certain signatures to a letter - one of which is Elon Musk, which is where all the headlines come from - and the letter is asking for a pause in the development of AI. It might sound strange that in our current stage of late capitalism, pausing innovation seems impossible, but there are historical precedents for slowing things down: chemical and biological weapons, nuclear weapons, and even human cloning - all paused for ethical reasons. We've proven capable, as a species, of coming together and agreeing to make the right decisions. Perhaps that's what we'll have to do with AI. The reason ethics are so important is the speed of AI's evolution. It grows exponentially - very quickly, sometimes beyond our control. We don't yet have the moral or ethical frameworks in which to operate. That's why it's such a challenge - it's rapid, powerful, and potentially problematic. Q: What emerging technology do you believe will redefine industries after AI, and why? This is the number one question I get asked at speaking engagements, and my answer has evolved over the past decade. I used to talk about blockc...

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How do you grow a business fast—without losing what made it special?In this episode of Building Tomorrow's Insurer, host and Kanopi CEO Nigel Fellowes-Freeman sits down with Katie Stranaghan, Head of Financial Lines at High Street Underwriting Agency, to explore how High Street scaled from a small family business to one of Australia's leading underwriting agencies while keeping people and culture at the core.Katie shares her journey from joining High Street straight out of school to helping shape its next chapter of growth, technology, and leadership.Tune in as she discusses:Building technology that enhances—not replaces—human connectionMaintaining authenticity during rapid expansionHow culture drives customer experienceThe next evolution of underwriting and broker partnershipsFor anyone scaling a business or leading through change, this episode is packed with lessons on staying grounded while moving fast.

This episode was recorded LIVE at Top Drawer in September 2025. Top Drawer is the UK's leading design-led trade show for buyers and retailers to discover, connect, and purchase lifestyle products across sectors like Home, Gift, Fashion, and Stationery. It's held twice yearly at Kensington Olympia, London. Join us, Kate & Lyns, for a chat with Rosie, Head of Range & Ecommerce at NOTHS. Rosie has worked in a variety of different retail environments, from slow carefully crafted collections to fast fashion trading floors, the charity sector and marketplace buying. We will be discussing Rosie's experience working as a retail buyer for large UK retailers, such as, Principles, Debenhams, Oasis, Jaeger, River Island, BBC Children in Need, Superdrug and NOTHS.  Rosie, like us, is an expert in product development and trading strategies. She knows exactly how to drive sales, curate compelling product ranges and pivot at the most testing of times. She has spent the past 8 years sharing her knowledge with independent brands at NOTHS. Rosie knows everything there is to know about sourcing, coaching and scaling small product based businesses. With 70% of all sales expected to be on marketplaces by 2030, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Whether you're a retail business or a retail buyer, we can guarantee you'll  learn something new.Key takeaways Why it's vital to understand a retailer's core values… each will be unique in their behaviour, goals and expectations - and buyers will shape their strategy around thatWhat it's really like to be a buyer today… the highs and lows, the challenges they face day to day, and the impact this has on decision making and bringing on new suppliersHow brands can focus their efforts to capture a retailer's attention…practical advice on building strong relationships with buyers and customers to drive retail growthSupport the showIf you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM or email hello@buyingandbeyond.co.uk Find out more about us www.buyingandbeyond.co.uk If you'd like to show a little more love, then head here to give us just a little bit *extra* and show us your support :) thank you! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300060/support

Hannah Murray will start by looking at the bestseller lists on Amazon.co.uk and The Sunday Times, the oldest and most influential book sales chart in the UK, and seeing what new entries there are. Amy McCulloch is the author of Breathless, an international bestseller and Waterstones Thriller of the Month selection. She has climbed two of the world's highest mountains, completed an ultra-marathon in the Sahara Desert, and visited all seven continents. Her latest thriller 'Runner 13' is set during the ultimate test of endurance: two-hundred-and-fifty miles in the brutal heat of the Sahara, with only the supplies you can carry on your back. There's a killer stalking the hot sand...and the problem with running faster than everyone else, is that you're miles ahead of anyone who can save you... Katie Da Cunha Lewin is a writer based in London, currently lecturing in 20th and 21st Century Literature at Coventry University. Her latest book 'The Writer's Room: The Hidden Worlds that Shape the Books we Love' is a blend of cultural critique, with the personal and historical, taking reader's on a fascinating journey into the places where writers work and live Anni Holliday is obsessed with books and reading, and has written since she was a child. After graduating in English Literature and Language at Reading University, and pursuing a career in Financial Services, she has finally been able to fulfill her life-long dream of writing and publishing a book. 'Windows' is a celebration of the High Street, community and Scottish small-town life, as well as family, childhood, books, and the beauty of the Scottish landscape.  ... Kasia Jaronczyk is a Polish-Canadian writer, artist and microbiologist. She immigrated to Canada at the age of 14. Her novel 'Voices in the Air' asks what would drive women to risk the lives of their children and innocent people to leave their mother country forever? It's set in 1982 when two women and their families hijack a Polish passenger plane flying from Breslau to Warsaw in a bold attempt to escape Martial Law in Communist Poland and find safety in West Berlin.  Dr Martyn Pritchard is currently moving towards retirement following on from a 35 year long career in drug discovery research, focusing on neuroscience as well as novel medicines to treat pain. 'A Painkiller to Die For' is about a Cambridge scientist's search for a solution to the deadly opioid-abuse epidemic  Jo O'Neill's book explore resilience in the face of the darker side of human nature. 'More Than Us' is a supernatural thriller that unpacks cultural misogyny, showing how the unspeakable can hide in plain sight.  Aamir Hussain was born into a family of strong women in Pakistan, grew up in Saudi Arabia, and moved to Canada when he was fifteen years old. His debut novel 'Under the Full and Crescent Moon' is a re-imagining of Islamic History

SummaryThis episode delves into the chilling case of Stewart Weldon, a serial killer whose heinous acts were uncovered following a routine traffic stop. The narrative explores the harrowing experiences of his victims, the investigation that led to the discovery of multiple bodies, and the subsequent legal proceedings. It highlights the vulnerabilities of the victims and the systemic failures that allowed Weldon to evade justice for so long.Keywordstrue crime, Stewart Weldon, serial killer, Springfield, victims, investigation, justice, kidnapping, assault, murderTakeawaysToday's episode includes graphic and disturbing details.A burnt out taillight was on the vehicle.The driver began to resist arrest.There was a body in the trunk of the car.The victim claimed her jaw was broken.Detectives realized they were in the home of a serial killer.Ernestine's family had been searching desperately for her.Weldon was charming at first, generous with gifts.He faced multiple charges including first degree murder.The lives of the victims mattered, their voices matter.Chapters00:00 The Start of a Sinister Night03:03 The Chase and Discovery05:36 Uncovering the Horrors08:11 The Victims' Stories10:08 The Profile of a Serial Killer12:41 The Investigation and Arrest15:21 Trial and Sentencing16:48 Current Events in True Crime25:38 trueCrime-outro-high-long.wav

After more than four decades in prison, a Pennsylvania man’s murder conviction was vacated over the summer. On Friday, he was finally released — and immediately detained by ICE. Many County leaders in Pennsylvania say they’re fed up with the state’s late budget — now in its fourth month — as the federal government has also shut down. People with dementia and their family caregivers may be eligible for a new Medicare program called GUIDE. It's designed to bring better supportive services to families who may be struggling to afford or coordinate care for a loved one on their own. A 14-year-old Lancaster County boy is being charged with making terroristic threats after police said he threatened a school shooting on social media. In York County, police are searching for a 17-year-old wanted for homicide, in connection with a shooting victim found early Friday morning in York. Election day is less than a month away, on November 4th. In Lancaster County, six of the county's 18 boroughs have contested mayoral races this fall. For the third quarter of 2025, PA State Police denied over 4,200 individuals from purchasing a firearm through the Pennsylvania Instant Check System, or PICS. Legislation introduced in the state Senate would close a loophole in the law which allows disabled military veterans in Pennsylvania to apply for a hunting license at no cost to them. And drivers in downtown Carlisle are being advised to expect a major disruption this week. PennDOT is completing construction of a traffic roundabout, and as a result, Route 11 is closed from High Street to Clay Street. Did you know that if every sustaining circle member gives as little as $12 more a month, we'd close the gap caused by federal funding cuts? Increase your gift at https://witf.org/increase or become a new sustaining member at www.witf.org/givenow and thanks! Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Podcast 303 – Holiday HQ Preview and Dunwoody's Busiest Day of the Year – Mark Galvin   Dunwoody is officially “Holiday HQ,” and Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody is back with a full rundown of why the season hits different here. Black Friday draws massive crowds to Perimeter Mall, one of the largest malls in the Southeast, and kicks off a packed calendar of events, light tours, and festive markets.   Over at Campus 244 and Le Méridien Hotel, live music is turning casual nights into local hangouts. Meanwhile, High Street, Ashford Lane, and Park Place are going big with private-sector concerts, pop-ups, and family-friendly celebrations. The best part is none of it is paid for with city funds.   Looking ahead, soccer fans have a reason to get excited. With Atlanta hosting the 2026 World Cup, Dunwoody is already planning soccer-themed pop-ups and watch parties for next summer. International teams may even train nearby, and the city's global flavor is getting stronger with every new event.   Holiday events: whatsupdunwoody.com/holidayhq Local calendar: whatsupdunwoody.com/events   Website: https://whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-303-holiday-hq-preview-and-dunwoodys-busiest-day-of-the-year-mark-galvin/   What's Up Dunwoody Links:  

In Our Public Spaces, High Streets & the Experience Economy At this year's Labour Party Conference, one of the key themes was the urgent need to build more homes and restore confidence in the market. But as our panel discussed, London's future isn't just about housing numbers - it's also about placemaking, culture, and the experience economy. Hosted by Concilio's Yiannis Sophocleous and Siddo Dwyer, we asked: How do we Make London Fun Again? Our brilliant panel: Cllr Geoff Barraclough - Cabinet Member for Planning & Economic Development, Westminster City Council Cllr Portia Mwangangye - Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks & Young People, Southwark Council Antonia Stratford - Head of Public Affairs, Heart of London Business Alliance Graeme Craig - Chief Executive, Places for London Key takeaways: London's diversity is its greatest strength - celebrate and protect it. Housing and community building are investments in London's and the UK's future. Young people and diverse communities must be central to consultations and policy. The West End's experience economy is pivotal to London's global standing - business, culture, and government need to work hand-in-hand to keep it competitive.  Don't miss this conversation – listen now! 

In this episode, host Fran Williams is joined by Jos Boys, a disability design activist who co-founded Matrix Feminist Design Co-operative and is co-director of The DisOrdinary Architecture Project. Together they discuss:The government reveals the sites for its first new towns // A £5 billion pound fund is launched to revive ‘overlooked' communities // The Royal Institute of British Architects inaugurates its new president // And we remember a pioneer in postmodern architecture – Terry FarrellSubscribe to the Open City Podcast on Spotify, Soundcloud or iTunesThe Open City Podcast is supported by Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture platform and produced in association with the Architects' Journal, London Society, C20 Society and Save Britain's Heritage.The Open City Podcast is recorded and produced at the Open City offices located in Bureau. Bureau is a co-working space for creatives offering a new approach to membership workspace. Bureau prioritises not just room to think and do, but also shared resources and space to collaborate.To help support excellent and accessible, independent journalism about the buildings and the urban environment, please become an Open City Friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

800 PODCASTS/PROGCASTS!15+ Year later the guys still ramble on too much! DROKKTOBER begins! Rossy has seen the Fantastic Four and he's not happy. John has a quick Dickie Bird about his Rebellion purchase on the High Street! All this and the Prog review!

Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: ⁠https://www.boxlight.io/ From Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship: Andrew Barclay's Unique Journey In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs, Andrew Barclay shares his unconventional career path, starting with an apprenticeship in Hong Kong to founding Yopa, a property startup, and delving into public policy. Barclay discusses the challenges of the hospitality industry, the importance of blending technology with personal interactions in real estate, and the impact of AI on jobs. He also covers policy initiatives to support entrepreneurship and small businesses in the UK, highlighting his work with the British entrepreneur report and the campaign 'Land of Opportunity'. Finally, he touches on his involvement with the office design company Kit and contemplates the future of the high street and office spaces. 00:00 Introduction 1:31 Founding Yopa: The Journey Begins 02:30 Challenges and Innovations in Online Estate Agency 04:13 The Role of Technology in Real Estate 12:25 Andrew's Early Career: Hong Kong and New York 15:35 The British Entrepreneur Report 18:12 The Importance of the Hospitality Industry 27:14 Land of Opportunity Campaign 30:55 Analysing the Non-Dom Campaign 31:16 Understanding Non-Dom Status 31:49 Global Tax Implications 32:45 Economic Impact of Non-Dom Exodus 33:15 Political Awareness and Challenges 37:10 Entrepreneurial Culture in the UK 38:56 Supporting Small Businesses 48:01 Future of High Streets and Offices 53:28 Andrew Barclay's Vision for the Future ********** Follow us on socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmysjobs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmysjobsofthefuture Twitter / X: https://www.twitter.com/JimmyM Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mcloughlin-obe/ Want to come on the show? hello@jobsofthefuture.co Sponsor the show or Partner with us: sunny@jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnywinter/ Junior Producer: Thuy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, broadcaster, businesswoman and retail consultant, Mary Portas OBE pulls up a chair at Grace's dining table. Mary initially set her sights on acting and was awarded a place at Rada, but then had to give it up after both her parents died. She was left homeless and she had to look after her younger brother, but she went on to blaze a trail through the world of retail and earn the moniker Queen of the High Street

Michelle Bell founded Only Dogs in 2024 after a stressful life and shares her story with us. Michelle is a true lover of dogs and she tells us how her business started, why she wanted to be on a high street and how she helps other shops in the community grow as well as the importance of keeping our High Streets alive with community events. Only Dogs is based in Lingfield in Surrey and Michelle is the organiser of the Lingfield Day - not to be missed. You can find out more about Michelle at www.onlydogs.co.uk Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:Instagram: @your.businesshourFacebook: @your.businesshour

Welcome to New England Legends From the Vault – FtV Episode 134 –  Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger head to High Street in Lancaster, New Hampshire, to the site of an 1880 unsolved serial murder that took the lives of six people in two adjacent houses. Was it a contagious illness, or poison? Authorities were torn, but one young woman had the motive. This episode first aired April 2, 2020 Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends  

At Capital Edge Church, we're passionate about seeing people discipled to full maturity in Jesus. We're a family church that values bible-based teaching, heartfelt worship and a real-life authentic focus on Christ. We want to see everyone know God, become like Jesus and make a difference!⬇️ Download this week's Action Points: https://www.capitaledgechurch.com/actionpoints✉️ Stay in the loop: https://www.capitaledgechurch.com/

BrownCarGuy Therapy: Fiona Easterby & Syeed Ali of Drivers Union!In this wild and heartfelt episode of BrownCarGuy Therapy Session, we welcome adventurer and TV camera operator Fiona Easterby, alongside our regular guest Sy.Fiona shares her incredible stories of overlanding across continents — from buying a £99 Beetle and driving it across the Sahara Desert to Gambia, to an epic journey from the UK to Singapore, passing through Iran and Pakistan in her beloved Baja Bug, Pedro.You'll hear about:

One of our most requested guests, David Greaney is the Chief Executive Officer of Synergy, a Boston-based real estate investment and management company that he founded in 2003. Synergy owns and operates over 30 commercial assets in the Greater Boston area, totaling nearly 7 million square feet. Over 500 companies, retailers, and organizations occupy space in the Synergy-owned portfolio.Greaney has played a pivotal role in shaping Boston's economy and downtown landscape, recently leading transformative acquisitions such as 99 High Street, 101 Arch Street, and 1 Liberty Square. His vision for integrating investment, asset management, leasing, construction, property management, accounting, and hospitality has positioned Synergy as a leader in delivering tenant-focused, amenity-driven spaces that consistently outperform market benchmarks.Beyond commercial real estate, Greaney is deeply invested in Boston's hospitality scene, with ownership in over a dozen restaurants that bring vibrancy, foot traffic, and jobs to the city's core. He also works closely with Governor Healey's Administration to address Massachusetts' housing crisis, focusing on adaptive reuse opportunities.Active in civic and industry leadership, Greaney serves on the boards of NAIOP Massachusetts and the Downtown Boston Alliance. Since relocating from Ireland in 1995, he has raised millions for philanthropic causes on both sides of the Atlantic, including Bridge Over Troubled Waters and The Ireland Funds. Greaney has received many accolades for his leadership in Boston, including being recognized for two consecutive years in the Boston Business Journal's “Power50: Movement Makers” list, and Synergy has received the Commercial Broker's Association “Landlord of the Year” Award.Greaney is a graduate of the University College Dublin. Prior to founding Synergy, he worked at Harvard Management Company and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Greaney resides on the South Shore of Massachusetts with his wife and seven children. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and playing golf.From Mike & Tom: This was a fun one for us! Dave Greaney is a legendary investor in the Boston market, and in this interview he shares with our listeners a rare, behind-the-curtain look at Synergy. From Dave's serendipitous beginnings in the US on a summer work visa, through his early investing lessons and the evolution of Synergy as one of Boston's largest and most active commercial landlords, we covered it all in this candid conversation. Thank you to Dave and the Synergy team for sharing your story, and for your continued friendship, collaboration and partnership with our Newmark Boston office.For more information on Synergy, visit: https://synergyboston.com/CoreyFest 2025! We hope you will consider joining us for our 11th Annual CoreyFest on Saturday, November 11th at House of Blues Boston. One of the flagship events of the Corey C. Griffin Foundation, CoreyFest this year will feature local favorites Dalton & the Sheriffs and headliner Dustin Lynch. We are expecting an 11th consecutive sold-out crowd, so please reach out to us today for sponsorship opportunities or visit https://www.coreycgriffinfoundation.org/initiatives-and-events/coreyfest/ for tickets and more information. Thank you to our clients, friends and listeners for your support of Corey's Kids!Please share with clients, colleagues and friends and thanks for tuning in!Tom Greeley

In today's podcast, we bring you another episode from our mini series ‘In Conversation', where our models sit down together to chat about lingerie, modelling and wider topics. Alicia and Dolly recently got together for a chat on some of the well-known lingerie brands that have disappeared from our UK high streets.With so much shopping now taking place online, it's no surprise that some big names have faded away as e-commerce continues to dominate. We're certainly not spending less, in fact quite the opposite, but the shift has meant the loss of staple brands that were once household names. Join Alicia and Dolly as they reminisce about those familiar labels that have since disappeared and reflect on how our shopping habits have changed.As a reminder, our podcast is available on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, and more. Simply search for ‘Lingerie Lowdown The Podcast' to access all our episodes, which are free for everyone to enjoy. Plus, you can now watch the video versions of our latest episodes directly, here on Spotify and our Rumble channel too!For a deeper dive and a complete archive of all our engaging audio podcasts, be sure to visit our podcast on Spotify. Happy listening (or watching), and thank you for being part of this incredible podcast journey with us!

Jerome Ingle-Smith told Dermot about how after years of working on London's Saville Row, he is on a mission to bring bespoke tailoring back into Irish lives.

Why is Chatham High-street both futuristic and riddled with the past? Why was it a magnet for historical figures such as King John, Charles II, Nelson and Charles Dickens, and the location for some of the most totemic moments in British history? Is it really a melting pot of every epoch - from the Roman invasion of Britain, to the Napoleonic Wars, and to the Second World War - and therefore the most historically significant high-street in the world?  ______ Try Adobe Express for free now at https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/spotlight/designwithexpress?sdid=HM85WZZV&mv=display&mv2=ctv or by searching in the app store. Learn more at https://uber.com/onourway ______ The Rest Is History Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to full series and live show tickets, ad-free listening, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members' chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestishistory.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestishistory. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producers: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Video Producers: Harry Swan + Jack Meek + Charlie Rodwell Social Producer: Harry Balden Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grab your cheese phone and head to EJ's Suits for an all new LIVE! The Boiz are back in business, opening specialty stores in a neighborhood near you. Pat opens a bookshop that encourages you to not buy any books. Matt is a blanket guy. Friend-of-the-Show Jared is nutrient stealing. Plus, have you been to Christopher the III's on High Street? What is Matt's creepiness factor? Why does Pat have so many broken teeth? All that and old men in the back playing dominos and it all happens LIVE!

Looking for the best Primark Autumn fashion finds this season? In this video podcast, I'm sharing 6 Primark Autumn must-haves from the latest High Street collection that every woman needs in her wardrobe right now. From cosy staples to trend-led pieces, these affordable Primark picks are perfect for updating your style this Autumn 2025. If you love Primark fashion, High Street style, and want to know what's worth buying before it sells out, this episode is for you.

Several members of Columbus Ohio based band one7one stop in to throw down laughs, backstories, and insights to the 10.04.25 one7one Reunion show at Victory's on High Street. Listen as Jeffery Fisher, Kyle Hamm, Frank Aledia, and Shannon Smith trade insights and tales of shenanigans and music production. Numerous shoutouts pepper this bands genuine love for each other and the music that they make. This Columbus Local Podcast is available wherever you listen to your podcasts!

Jerry spoke to Frank Coffey of Frank Coffey Shoes, High Street, Killarney.

Geoff and Marie's Good Life: Part 3Busy WeekCan a retired couple's plan for sharing hubby work?Based on posts by Only In My Mind, in 15 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.List of main characters.Geoff:   retired materials scientist. Mid-sixties. 5 foot 10 inch, ex amateur rugby player, still swims, runs and walks to keep fit. More than adequately equipped to satisfy his wife.Marie:   retired modern languages lecturer. Same age as her husband, Geoff. 5 foot 2 inch voluptuous build, with D cup tits and proportionate bum and hips. Shoulder length brown hair, brown eyes and olive skin inherited from her French grandmother.Angie:   possibly retired mathematician (may still be involved in intelligence gathering, she won't discuss her work). Early sixties. 5 foot 10 inch, slender athletic build. Firm B cup tits, brown hair and famously dirty mind.Mike:   research biochemist. Mid-fifties. 6 foot 1 inch, also rugby player. Good looking for his age.After they had left I wandered into the living room and started scrolling through the TV guide. Marie eventually joined me. I acknowledged her, but didn't speak. I got a feeling that any comment, at all, from me would be dissected, analyzed and found wanting."Say something then," she snapped."Okay," I replied. "Which would you rather watch, The News or House Of Games?""You know what I meant," she almost snarled."Do you know?" I responded. "I don't think that I do. I was willing to join a trial of a brand new drug, that I only need because you have this insane idea that my cock is the sexual equivalent of a charitable food bank: But do I get any thanks? Do I fuck! I just get attitude."I asked Mike out for a drink to get his opinion on vitamins and supplements to help a man in his sixties have better sex. He offered the trial place. You and Angie were both too drunk to talk sense to on the way home and we spent the rest of the time until you left this morning playing sex games with your mate or asleep."So, if my little Mediterranean princess isn't happy, the answer is simple. You ring Angie and tell her this weekend was a one-off and will never happen again. I will ring Craig and tell him I won't need his fucking drug after all, and the girls will have to find their own source of cock: Because you're having a tantrum."Now, I'm off to the pub. At least people will talk to me in a civil tone of voice there. Good job we made the bed in the spare room. I assume that's where I'll be sleeping for the foreseeable future. Enjoy the rest of your evening."And I left.I spent a couple of hours at the pub, though I only had two pints. I wasn't there to get hammered, just to calm down. The problem Marie and I have is reflected in our fields of study. She is about language; she can translate complex emotions by choosing the right words so that the true meanings are transferred between folks with no common tongue. I admire that. But sometimes she thinks that words can tell you everything.I am a scientist; I don't trust just words to tell me what I need to know; people have their own agendas: They use words to aggrandize themselves or for mischief, profit or power. I need data; evidence.Marie's concerns about new drugs were valid in part, but had been blown up by half-truths and downright lies on the internet. I had gone to a biochemist who actually understood the science and was familiar with the data and I asked for his advice. How did that work out for me? I was sat on my own in the pub while my wife was at home hating me.I looked at my watch. Half past eight. Honestly, I couldn't face another pint so I strolled home. I took out my key and opened the door; at least she hadn't changed the locks. I resisted the temptation to call out, "Hi, honey. I'm home." Probably too soon for that. I settled for, "It's only me."No reply, but there was a light on in the living room so I looked in. Marie was kneeling on the floor in the center of the room, hands in her lap, facing the door. When I moved forwards to see what was going on, she bent her head as if in prayer. What the fuck?"I'm sorry," she said quietly, straightening up. "I'm not going to ask you to spank me the way you did Angie yesterday, that was a game. This is too serious."She looked angry, but at herself. "I have spent decades of my life campaigning for women's right to control their own bodies and reproductive choices. But the first time I am confronted by you, a man, making a similar choice, I abuse you. If nothing else, that was total hypocrisy. Again, I'm so sorry."You have been nothing but supportive of my wish to make my friends happy, even though you've had your own concerns. I know the thought of having other women in your bed must have intrigued you, but you've always been more worried about damaging our marriage and resisted all the way."I am genuinely worried that this drug may damage you somehow but, if you give your word that you have considered the risks, I will leave the decision with you. Can you accept my apology?"I held out my hand and helped her to her feet. "Thank you. That was the most sincere apology I've ever heard. Of course, I accept. But why did you decide to make it like that? On your knees?"She thought before she replied. "When we were playing submissive spanky games with Angie, I didn't; engage with it the way she did, but I did feel different. I had chosen to give control to you because I trust you and I was; content."I was a bitch to you this afternoon, when you didn't deserve it so I decided to show you how much I regretted it. I decided to kneel in front of you to show the same respect today. I trust you. I should have trusted your decision. I needed you to see, as well as hear the words, how sorry I am."She looked carefully at me. "Tomorrow morning we either do or do not make those telephone calls. I've forfeited the right to choose," she said. "Do you want me to call Angie?"Honestly, I wasn't sure. Was this just the first of many arguments that we could avoid by just ditching the whole dumb idea? She looked stricken when I didn't respond straight away, but she said nothing as I weighed up the risks. I was balancing my marriage, my wife's happiness and my health against unknown outcomes. Even Angie admitted that her super-brain couldn't predict what would happen if we went ahead.I took a deep breath. "Fuck it! Let's just do it. I love you and if I get to fuck four, five or even all six of your friends to make you happy, I'd be insane not to. You must understand, though. If my enthusiasm for having sex with your friends starts to make you doubt my love for you, you have to tell me and we have to stop."In return, if I think that you are becoming emotionally over-attached to one or more of the women you are fucking. We stop. Are we agreed?"She stepped up and put her arms around me. "Agreed. Now, do you want to come upstairs and let me give you a more; intimate apology? I seem to remember that you were rejected twice this morning. That doesn't seem fair. As you aren't going to be in the spare bed tonight after all, I could practice those oral sex techniques that Angie showed me on you."As we made our way upstairs I told Marie that I needed the bathroom before we did anything else and Marie asked if I had ever considered 'water-sports'. For a confused moment I puzzled over why we were suddenly discussing paddle-boarding as a prelude to sex. Then I got the reference."Where the fuck did that come from?" I asked, stunned. After all, she'd never seen anything dirtier than Game Of Thrones until last month."You showed me how to access porn safely on the internet and I've found sites that describe and show people using piss in sex games," she replied airily. "If you have a bladder full of beer and you want to try, then I'm willing to submit as part of my atonement.""But do you find that arousing?" I asked.She was silent while she thought carefully. "I didn't at the time, but now I wonder if I might like to try one day. Maybe not now, unless you want to.""No. Not today." I said, "This gorgeous brunette with big boobs has promised me a blow-job to remember. Let's revisit this conversation another day."In the bathroom I unloaded my two pints of craft beer down the toilet bowl, rather than over my wife, then, after giving little (not that little) Geoffrey a good shake and a wash, I went to the bedroom, to find Marie sitting naked on our bed. She gestured for me to go to her and it seemed rude not to, so I did.She smiled at me as she started to unbuckle my belt. "Do you enjoy it when your wife wants only to submit and to pleasure you?""To be honest," I replied. "It's pretty much freaking me out." She looked at me quizzically. "Well," I said, a bit defensively, "It's not something I'm used to, I don't understand the boundaries and I know it isn't a role that particularly turns you on."By now she had my trousers unfastened and had them and my underwear around my ankles. I stepped out and pulled my polo shirt off. We were both naked and little Geoff was getting bigger."I understand," she said. "Games later; sex now." She started by licking my shaft from base to tip.Now, Marie has never shied away from sucking my cock, and I had never had anyone better to use as a comparison, until Angie the previous morning. Angie has always been hugely competitive so, when it came to oral sex, she had to be the best; and she was; she was Olympic standard. Fortunately she was also a generous friend who gave my wife a master-class (mistress-class?) only twenty four hours ago.Marie was a quick learner. Rather than going straight down on me, as I would have been delighted with previously, now she tormented me; licking along my length; vacuuming my balls into her mouth and molding them with her tongue. Eventually, when I was about to burst with exquisite frustration, she took me in her mouth and massaged my bulb with her tongue. Then she, literally, swallowed me. Her nose was pressed up against my belly and my balls were on her chin. Where the fuck my cock was, I truly could not imagine. But it felt fucking amazing.It felt good but, on the other hand, it sounded awful; all I could hear was her choking and gagging as she worked me back and forth into her throat but I couldn't pull away: she wouldn't let go of me. At last she slackened her hold on my hips and I pulled out of her mouth. Covered in pints of drool.She looked up at me, almost shyly, as if seeking approval. I wasn't going to make her ask. "That was fucking amazing. Now I want to taste you."Some people think that this is such a cliché: Woman sucks man, man sucks woman, then they fuck. If I had put my cock into Marie at that moment, I would have come before I was halfway in. So not only was I giving my wife pleasure, and I love going down on her anyway, but I was giving myself a moment to recover in order to extend our love-making.Normally I would have laid between her thighs to kiss her cunt, but we seemed to be pushing boundaries of late, so I got her to roll onto her belly with her bum raised. If you have never gone down on your woman like this, do it at least once if only for the view. My view was spectacular. My wife's glorious round ass with her truly adorable vulva peeking between her cheeks. It gave me an almost spiritual joy to behold.I started with her labia, acknowledging her clit but not over-stimulating it, and then moving to her anus. We've never really played bottom games before, but Marie's fascination tonight with; unconventional sex prompted me to experiment. Tonight I truly focused my oral attention on that little sphincter though my hands were permanently up to mischief elsewhere. Once I was satisfied she was happy with my efforts, I straightened up and rubbed my cock at her front door."About fucking time," she gasped. "I was going to start without you.""Oh, be quiet you randy old tart," I replied cheerfully as I slid completely into her. "If you're just going to complain, I won't do this."So saying I pushed my index finger, already well lubricated courtesy of Marie's cunt, into her tight little bum hole.She squealed with a mixture of horror and delight as my digit slipped easily into that place where the sun truly don't shine. At this point I was wishing that her hair was long enough for a pony tail for me to pull on, not just because that seemed to be a common trope in anal sex porn, but because I only had one hand left to pull her onto my cock and, honestly, I thought using the finger up her ass to do it seemed; crude.On the up side though, because we weren't actually 'doggy-style', I was fucking my wife down into the pillow so I consoled myself by just putting my spare hand on her bum, more to support me than anything else.So there we were, Marie with her head on the pillow and her ass in the air, me kneeling behind her with my cock in her cunt and my finger in her bum, both of us naked, horny, and loving every minute of this. No kids to burst in on us mid-fuck, no fear of pregnancy and no need to give a shit what the neighbors would think. We were putting the 'sex' into 'sexagenarian'.I started moving my cock in and out in my favorite long strokes. I think I'd read that the vagina is most sensitive near its entrance so I wanted to get the widest part of my cock stimulating her there as much as possible. Then I'd push my entire length in so she would feel full. I tried to move my finger in and out of her anus at the same time. I did my best, but it was like trying to rub your belly while you're patting your head. Still, Marie seemed to appreciate the effort. She was so wet with arousal that there seemed hardly any friction between us but her vaginal muscles were gripping me like an internal fist. She grunted as she pushed back against me as well as she could. We lasted longer than I expected but eventually we both got there."Oh, fuck;” She gasped, "I'm so; So close; Just touch me; There; Oh, yes; Just; Like; Ah!"Her orgasm was so intense and she gripped me so hard that I came too within less than a minute. I hadn't realized that vaginal and anal muscles seem to be on the same circuit. But when Marie's cunt muscles gripped my cock, her sphincter clamped onto my finger too. I managed to extract the offending digit from his naughty place and collapsed on the bed next to my wife, both of us trying to catch our breath."You dirty old bugger," she said. "What made you decide to do that now?""I'm not altogether sure," I replied truthfully. "But it's occurred to me a couple of times this weekend that I've kissed that little opening while I've been pleasuring both you and Angie, but I've never really done more than that. And I wanted to do it with you. Tonight seemed like the right time.""Mmm," she responded. "Well, just so you know, it's okay to keep that in your repertoire."I made a quick trip to the bathroom to wash hands and cock then climbed into bed to spoon my drowsy wife. As she dozed off, while I played with her boobs I started to think about what having sex with different women would mean to me. I mean, come on, different libidos, different erogenous zones, potentially different 'no-go' areas and, more interestingly different kinks. Marie had a well-intentioned idea, but muggins here had to deliver. And I wanted to do it properly so I slowly and surely drew my plans.TuesdayWe slept in a little that morning so we only had time for a quick missionary fuck to greet the day. Then we used the bathroom and went down to breakfast together. Over tea and toast we chatted about plans for the day. Now UK readers of a certain age will understand, but for everyone else, you might need to know this. British garden centers are often a weekly destination of choice for retirees. Yes they sell plants, and Brits are inveterate gardeners, but they also sell seasonal goods, artisan produce and have great coffee shops. Today though, I offered an alternative to our usual haunt."I think that we should go to a naughty shop." I suggested."Because?" Prompted Marie."Well, last night, after shagging you into unconsciousness, I was thinking about your, our, plan." I paused. "So far we have proved that you can cope seeing me screw another woman, and you can take pleasure with another woman yourself, and we've prepped the beds for lots of sex but;” I hesitated again."Go on," she urged me gently. "Let me see where you're going with this.""It's just that I barely know most of your friends, apart from Angie, and the reality is that we aren't even going on a date before I fuck them. I've no idea what turns them on or anything. Talk about going in unprepared. So I thought, we'd need lube and stuff, so why not a few toys too, to lighten the mood?"She sat back, "Oh, shit! Now I understand why you've not been nearly as excited as I expected. I've been so caught up in this fantasy of my friends all having the same great sex as me," she looked embarrassed. "But I did just what Angie said. She said we were discussing you the same way that the men we despised talk about women. But instead of tits and cunts, just as a cock with a man attached!"She burst into tears. "I'm supposed to be your wife," she sobbed. "I'm supposed to cherish you. But no, I'm just so excited about pimping you out to my friends that I forgot all about your feelings and fears. Fuck! What a bitch I am. Why do you even stay with me?"She ran from the room, tears streaming down her face. Maybe I should have gone after her, but she knew where I was when she was ready. Obviously, being British I made a cup of tea for myself and got one ready for Marie for when she emerged. After I'd finished my drink and eaten my Hobnob biscuit I went past our bedroom on the way to the loo and I could hear her speaking softly on her phone, her voice still breaking with emotion.On the way back downstairs I tapped on the door and looked in. She glanced up through tear stained eyes. I asked her if she wanted me to make her a cuppa. She nodded and told me that she'd be down shortly, after she'd been to the bathroom.She looked a little better when she came down. I shouted to her that I'd got her drink in the living room and she joined me there.She sighed. "We can't keep on like this, can we? I ruined our day yesterday, I've sobbed my heart out this morning for treating you like a whore and tomorrow you're going to join a drug trial: When all you actually wanted was to make love to your wife again."I said; nothing. She needed to work through this herself. Platitudes wouldn't help. Eventually she looked at me. "Geoff, tell me honestly, do you want to sleep with my friends?"I sat forward in my seat. "You have offered me most men's fantasy. A nearly open marriage where I am allowed to have sex with multiple women, and I don't have to think about you with other men. But I worry about the cost. What if this isn't a fantasy but a nightmare? What if it splits us up? What if you can't face living with me anymore after you've seen my cock in all of your friends? Where will we live? How do we explain to our family why we aren't together anymore? I keep trying to introduce reality into this fantasy, but I'm just not convinced that you 'get it' yet." And, yes, I did the air quotes."I suggested the rules, not you, I thought about the need for erection supplements, I bought the bedding. I've been thinking about stuff like sex toys, lube, boundaries for fuck's sake! I need you on the same page or this is a disaster waiting to happen."She sipped her tea. "You've thought about this, haven't you? What do you think could go wrong?""Okay, fair enough," I replied. "Imagine this. One of your fri

Why are more UK estate agencies embracing the self-employed model? Adam Day, head of eXp UK, reveals why this shift could transform your business. By reducing overheads and risk, while attracting ambitious talent back into the industry, agencies gain freedom to grow without sacrificing control. With eXp handling contracts and admin, you keep your own brand and focus on sales. Adam also unpacks commission splits and costs. Essential listening for agents wanting to scale, boost profits, and stay competitive.

On this episode of the SheerLuxe podcast, Charlotte Collins is joined by Jenn George and Mia Luckie. The trio kick things off with what they're wearing and the affordable fashion pieces worth investing in right now – from COS tailoring and Dissh suede jackets to Primark's surprisingly brilliant long-length denim. They also reveal the new bag brand that feels cooler than Bottega, debate the rise of the Margiela Tabis, and discuss Zara's designer-inspired outerwear. They then share their ride-or-die beauty products and their thoughts on lash serums, lash extensions, brow microblading and polynucleotide facials. Finally, they dive into the cultural moment surrounding ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty' and why Gen Z's obsession has Millennials divided, followed by The Sunday Times' list of the top 100 British TV shows of the 21st century – from ‘Fleabag' and ‘Happy Valley' to ‘Peaky Blinders', ‘Chernobyl' and ‘The Office'… Subscribe For More | http://bit.ly/2VmqduQ Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup PANEL GUESTSCharlotte Collins | @charlotteleahcollins | https://www.instagram.com/charlotteleahcollins/?hl=en-gb Mia Luckie | @mialuckie | https://www.instagram.com/mialuckie/?hl=en-gb Jenn George | @jenniferrosina | https://www.instagram.com/jenniferrosina/?hl=en-gb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Police have taped off the car park of a council office building in Sittingbourne.Officers were called to Swale House on East Street last night while paramedics were also reportedly seen early this morning. Hear from reporter Joe Crossley who has also been there.Also in today's podcast, a Sittingbourne mum has told us how it took her having a 'breakdown' in an A&E ward to find out her daughter has a life-changing condition.Morgan Austin from Teynham gave birth to Matilda in January and was told her baby had reflux. She was eventually diagnosed with cerebral palsy and now needs extensive physiotherapy.Police have told the podcast they won't be arresting anyone for putting up flags in public places across Kent.You may have noticed Union Flags appearing on lamp posts in recent days while roundabouts and road markings have been spray painted to look like St George Crosses.A popular shop in Rochester has reopened two days after a suspected arson attack.The door and front of Get Ready Comics on the High Street was badly damaged when a floral arch outside was reportedly set alight early on Tuesday morning. Hear from the owner who has been chatting to us while a police investigation is underway.And in sport, Kent's Emma Raducanu says she's looking to build on progress every day as she continues her strong run at the US Open.She's through to the third round after beating Indonesian qualifier Janice Tjen.

This Saturday, High Street in Christchurch will transform into a barbeque lover's idea of heaven. The 'Fire on High' food festival brings the city's best chefs together for a day of top-shelf street food, all cooking over fire on custom-build barbeques. Rod Thomson and Josh Hunter from Food by Fire are two of the organisers behind it. Rod is the company director and Josh is their executive chef.

A man has been injured following reports of a serious attack in Herne Bay.Police, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to Hampton Pier Avenue yesterday evening.Also in today's podcast, footage has been released of a traffic warden being attacked in Gravesend, as staff speak out about the abuse they are facing.An investigation by KentOnline has found enforcement officers are putting up with daily threats, assaults and racism.People living in a village near Dartford fear it could be split in two if plans to reform local councils in Kent are given the go ahead.Bosses in Medway have revealed how they think devolution could look in future - with a map showing Wilmington falling into two different unitary authority areas.A Kent MP says he wants to challenge the perception that we live in an unsafe society as crime rates are actually falling.Tris Osborne says it might not seem the case as more visible offences like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are increasing.The owners of a café and bar in Tonbridge are hoping to convert an old bank vault inside into a new nightlife space.The Market House opened in the former NatWest on the High Street last August.Gillingham have extended their unbeaten run under manager Gareth Ainsworth to 17 games.They beat top of the table Crewe Alexandra 1-nil at Priestfield on Saturday.

Thinking of boosting your estate agency's success? Adam Day from eXp UK explains why switching to a self employed model could be the key. He shares how it cuts costs, attracts top talent, and helps you grow without losing control. Keep your brand while eXp handles the admin. Learn how commission splits work and why this model is reshaping the property market. If you're ready to scale with less hassle, this podcast is essential listening. Tune in and decide for yourself!

Prefall 2025 Highstreet Edit - The Must Have Style Pieces To Buy NowIn this episode of Styling Matters Podcast, I'm sharing the pieces I've been looking at on our Great British highstreet - don't worry if you don't live in the UK, some of these brands are available in both Europe & the USA.Don't forget to check our the specific Instagram post that has the visuals of what I am talking about and my style notes.This is episode 144 of Styling Matters Podcast and did you know...

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The Standard's special report this week examines a worrying pattern of crime taking place in the capital. Shops across London are repeatedly having their windows smashed - yet nothing is stolen. Is it just broken glass, or a shattering conspiracy? The Standard's Claudia Cockerell has the latest. And in part two, if you're still craving a summer holiday, freelance travel writer Alicia Miller is here with a roundup of some of the best trips to take before the season ends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podcast 296 – How Dunwoody Has Attracted 44 Restaurants In the Last 3 Years – Mark Galvin with Discover Dunwoody   Dunwoody isn't just growing. It's booming with flavor. In just three years, 44 new restaurants have opened across the city, and they're not your average fast-food joints. These are chef-driven kitchens, local favorites, and unique dining spots choosing Dunwoody for a reason. Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody explains how new developments like Ashford Lane, High Street, Campus 244, Perimeter Marketplace, and the newly refreshed Park Place are all scoring big names and redefining what's possible in the suburbs.   The wild part? Many restaurants aren't replacing old ones. They're launching in brand-new buildouts. That's a sign of serious momentum.   From Velvet Taco and Grana to Nando's, Cuddlefish, Hampton Social, and CT Cantina, Dunwoody's dining scene is more diverse and more delicious than ever. Mark shares how his team markets the city, why locals should ride the trolley, and what's coming next.   Explore the food scene: whatsupdunwoody.com/food Tour the city by trolley: whatsupdunwoody.com/tour   https://whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-296-how-dunwoody-has-attracted-44-restaurants-in-the-last-3-years-mark-galvin-with-discover-dunwoody/     What's Up Dunwoody Links:  

Podcast 296 – How Dunwoody Has Attracted 44 Restaurants In the Last 3 Years – Mark Galvin with Discover Dunwoody   Dunwoody isn't just growing. It's booming with flavor. In just three years, 44 new restaurants have opened across the city, and they're not your average fast-food joints. These are chef-driven kitchens, local favorites, and unique dining spots choosing Dunwoody for a reason. Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody explains how new developments like Ashford Lane, High Street, Campus 244, Perimeter Marketplace, and the newly refreshed Park Place are all scoring big names and redefining what's possible in the suburbs.   The wild part? Many restaurants aren't replacing old ones. They're launching in brand-new buildouts. That's a sign of serious momentum.   From Velvet Taco and Grana to Nando's, Cuddlefish, Hampton Social, and CT Cantina, Dunwoody's dining scene is more diverse and more delicious than ever. Mark shares how his team markets the city, why locals should ride the trolley, and what's coming next.   Explore the food scene: whatsupdunwoody.com/food Tour the city by trolley: whatsupdunwoody.com/tour   https://whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-296-how-dunwoody-has-attracted-44-restaurants-in-the-last-3-years-mark-galvin-with-discover-dunwoody/     What's Up Dunwoody Links: