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2025 is a landmark year for an Island organisation which offers people with disabilities the chance to grow, succeed and make friends through the medium of sport.This calendar year, Special Olympics Isle of Man is celebrating its 40th anniversary.Since 1985 it's helped athletes with disabilities gain valuable life skills as well as offering the chance to compete at major events across the world.We recently spoke with Special Olympics Isle of Man's acting sport director, Pete Corkill.In this extended interview, he explains what it means to see the organisation reach this milestone and explains why it's not just been able to benefit athletes, but the wider community as well
What could the consequences of removing the Bishop's vote be? A committee has delivered its final report – we'll also hear from the Bishop and the MHK behind the proposal.Police have been holding a series of talks to combat large sums of money being lost to scammers.The Isle of Man's Callum Brew has been crowned World Paradarts Champion.
On todays episode we explore one of the most famous, one of the most unusual paranormal cases to ever cone out of the UK. Gef the Talking Mongoose.Appearing to the Irving family in the early 1930s, Gef or the 8th wonder of the world, as he liked to call himself, began to not only help and almost play with the Irvings especially the young daughter Voirry but to slowly terrorise the small family farm on the Isle of Man.Intriguing, beguiling and enigmatic Gef is an extraordinary tale that has stood the test of time and now we get to see exactly where it all happened! We travelled to Cashens Gap iand walk n the very footsteps of Harry Price himself in search of the great mongoose.Expect, the wyrd, the strange and the downright bizarre on this one.Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's finally Halloween! This week we're joined by very spooky guest Alyssa Cooper as we learn about Gef, a talking Mongoose who haunted a rural home on the Isle of Man, how haunted houses share a history with Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, and how unfounded rumors about razor blades in apples continue to ruin trick or treating for everyone. A listener mail tells us about an aspiring lawyer who took a bite out of crime.Episode Tabs:The strange and deeply unlikely tale of Gef the talking mongoosehttps://www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/03/the-strange-and-deeply-unlikely-tale-of-gef-the-talking-mongoose/The Great Depression Origins of Halloween Haunted Houseshttps://www.history.com/articles/halloween-haunted-house-great-depressionHalloween Sadismhttps://www.joelbest.net/halloween-sadismListener Tabs:Fabric of a Nation – American Quilt Stories at Boston MFAhttps://cottoncandyfabrics.blog/2022/01/03/fabric-of-a-nation-american-quilt-stories-at-boston-mfa/Summer Associate's Naughty Toddler Impression Gets Her Bounced From Biglawhttps://abovethelaw.com/2025/07/summer-associates-naughty-toddler-impression-gets-her-bounced-from-biglaw/Email your closed tab submissions to: 500opentabs@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/500OpenTabs500 Open Roads (Google Maps episode guide): https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tg9g2HcUaFAzXGbw7Continue the conversation by joining us on Discord! https://discord.gg/8px5RJHk7aGet 40% off an annual subscription to Nebula by going to nebula.tv/500opentabsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A “threat to democracy” – that's how new proposed legislation has been described by local authorities, as the government seeks to impose functions on them without financial support.The Isle of Man could soon see the introduction of free period products.The Post Office says it could be rolling out expiry dates on stamps and postage labels.
Learning to bend, flow, and rise again.In this final episode of the Nature as Teacher month, Ashley Bentley explores how the changing elements - wind, water, and stars - mirror the flexibility and strength within us. From the fierce gales of the Isle of Man to the calm rhythm of the tides, she reveals how adaptation, contrast, and curiosity build resilience in the neurodivergent mind and body.Ashley shares personal stories of sensory overwhelm, growth, and self-compassion, alongside reflections from a listener on the metaphors of nature. You'll learn how small shifts in perspective and gentle exposure to discomfort can nurture your nervous system's ability to bend without breaking.This week's Microdosing Meaning invites you to rediscover playfulness - singing to cows, stargazing, tracing patterns in leaves - tiny acts that release oxytocin, calm the vagus nerve, and reconnect you with awe. The episode closes with The Winds, the Tides & the Stars - a deeply descriptive, hypnotic guided meditation blending breath, imagery, and stillness to anchor presence and peace.❤️ Support the ShowIf this episode resonated with you:✅ Follow or Subscribe to The Neurodivergent Experience⭐ Leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
On tonight's programme:The top two in Ardern & Druggan Ltd. Division 2 meet in a big southern clash in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixturesIn rugby, can Douglas keep up their good Regional 2 North West form at Birkenhead Park? Meanwhile, Ramsey are on the road at Clitheroe and a local clash awaits in the Manx ShieldAnd in hockey, after cup competitions took centre stage last time out, mixed league action returns whilst a trio of Manx national teams begin their latest England Hockey Championship journeys across the waterRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham
On this episode, Damian Cole sits down with Jamie Lewis and Drew Fleming from Kiki Lounge — the award-winning bar bringing tropical escapism to the windswept Isle of Man. The pair share how a pandemic pivot turned a small-island nightclub into one of the UK's most talked-about cocktail destinations, and why they chose to drop the word tiki in favour of something more authentic and inclusive.They talk origin stories, supply-chain nightmares, and the creative freedom that comes with isolation. With only 80 thousand residents and every delivery arriving by boat, Kiki's team have learned to plan months ahead, reuse everything, and turn scarcity into a design principle. From fermenting pineapple trim into milk punch to developing house “super-juice” for consistency, they prove sustainability can be both pragmatic and profitable.Jamie traces his path from McDonald's in Sheffield to running Bath & Bottle and opening his first pop-up in a hotel basement. Drew recalls starting as a 17-year-old glass-washer before discovering hospitality's addictive rhythm and rising to co-founder. Together they explain how Kiki Lounge began mid-COVID as a one-room experiment and evolved into a purpose-built venue mixing neon, pop culture, and tongue-in-cheek tropical style.The conversation dives deep into:Island hospitality: how intimacy, consistency, and humour define service in a close-knit community.Cultural awareness: moving beyond tiki stereotypes to celebrate joy and colour without caricature.Sustainability by necessity: waste-free prep, local-first sourcing, and ingredient life-cycles that make sense on a small island.The zine menu: an ever-changing printed magazine that educates guests (“What the **** is Kiki?”) and keeps the team inspired.Hospitality outside the glass: the energy, soundtrack, and sense of fun that make a night at Kiki feel like an event.Expect plenty of stories — from trading bar tabs for furniture in the early days to guest-shifts aboard the island's heritage steam train. They also name their dream Kiki soundtrack (Spice Girls, Anderson .Paak, Madonna), confess the most Isle-of-Man thing that's ever happened during service, and share their picks for overrated and underrated cocktails (spoiler: flavour-blaster bubbles out, 20th Century in).Key takeaways for bar owners and bartenders:You don't need a big city to build a world-class bar; you need a clear identity.Sustainability works best when it's built into the workflow, not bolted on for PR.Fun and professionalism can coexist — “we take what we do seriously, but not ourselves.”Print menus can educate, entertain, and evolve with your guests.Why it matters:Kiki Lounge has redefined what island hospitality can be — proving that creativity, community, and a little irony can turn 36 miles of rock in the Irish Sea into a global cocktail destination.Connect & Follow:Kiki Lounge @kikis.loungeJamie Lewis @jamielewislewisDrew Fleming @drewfleming00The Cocktail Academy @welovecocktails | @welovecocktailsxsayhello@thecocktailacademy.comIf you enjoyed this episode: share it with a hospitality friend, rate & review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and subscribe for weekly conversations with the bartenders, owners, and authors shaping modern cocktail culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by Metallica chapter head Marcelo Canha, leader of the Call of Celthulhu MetClub Chapter #585 (covering Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man & Brittany). Marcelo now lives in Ireland but grew up in Brazil — home to some of the loudest and most passionate Metallica fans in the world.We dive into Marcelo's journey with Metallica, how the band came into his life, the unique spirit of South American fans, and the incredible story of Call of Celthulhu. Of course, we also tackle the big question: Who is the greatest bassist in Metallica history? Cliff Burton, Jason Newsted, or Robert Trujillo?If you love Metallica and fan stories from around the world, this episode is for you.
Would party politics work in the Isle of Man? Lord Finkelstein thinks that on the one hand it might and yet on the other hand it might be no better than what we've got! Mitch Sorbie on the other hand seems keen to establish his new party Isle of Man First which, at first glance would substantially reduce government income while being rather vague on how expenditure reduction would be delivered. Mr Sorbie suggests “where there's a will there's a way” while Lord Finkelstein notes the only thing the public hates more than a politician is a politician who's rubbish at politics.
It may not have been down to the ridiculous lines peddled by Red Tractor that their animals are humanely slaughtered, or the misleading line about every cow having their own personal vet...but nonetheless, the twenty-second ad may no longer be shown...as an advert (this hasn't stopped the BBC having it available to watch on their website however!) Dominic, Julie & Anthony discuss this, as well as analysing a further eight of the week's vegan & animal rights stories from across the world.****************Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.*******************This week's stories:https://plantbasednews.org/news/environment/uk-declines-to-ban-bottom-trawling/https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/sea-ya-animal-abusers-peta-hosts-champagne-toast-outside-closing-miami-seaquarium/https://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/vegan-diet-helps-people-type-1-diabetes-cut-insulin-costs-27https://www.farminguk.com/news/-158m-lifeline-welsh-farmers-receive-early-bps-payments_67395.htmlhttps://www.farminguk.com/news/lessons-from-scotland-s-worst-wildfires-aim-to-protect-land-and-livestock_67386.htmlhttps://www.farminguk.com/news/police-shoot-bull-loose-near-isle-of-man-school-after-public-safety-scare_67398.html Apologies for the Farming UK triple header!https://premierchristian.news/en/news/article/animal-rights-activists-urge-sarah-mullally-to-ban-leather-bibles-and-beeswax-candleshttps://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/farmfoods-sites-targeted-by-animal-rights-activists/710410.articlehttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2lmnvj3n5o****************Thanks everyone for listening; give us a rating and drop us a message to say "hi"; it'll make our day!Julie, Dominic & Ant
Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and FC St Helens at The Bowl in Douglas.Following a much-needed win on the road last time out, FC Isle of Man returned to the Bowl to face an FC St Helens side without a win in their last three in all competitionsMatch commentary by Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson
Tynwald's Environment and Infrastructure Committee held an evidence session with officers from the MUA last week and there were several revelations which should be of interest to us all. A thousand Manx households are contributing 7 megawatts of renewable energy to the Manx grid and the MUA is working closely with private sector renewable energy projects in the south and north of the Island. So what does this mean for future energy production for the Isle of Man? Has government been too focussed on renewable energy production and not clear enough in helping the MUA understand future energy usage. The vital sparks at the MUA reveal all.
Caring for heritage buildings - a huge responsibility - or an opportunity to be imaginative and even adventurous ? Recent visitor ADRIAN FOX (Environmental and Sustainability Officer for Cathedrals and Church Buildings in the Church of England) and LOUISE WHITELEGG (Anglican Church Building Support Officer in the Isle of Man) discuss. Louise's contact number is 07624 474 275. Manx Language Development Officer Ruth Keggin-Gell has an invitation - and there's music and notice board news too.
Artificial Intelligence is becoming an ever-increasing presence in our lives, but is it a great tool to make our lives easier or is it slowly killing our creativity and originality?In this edition of Island Life, Amy Griffiths explores some of the unintended impacts AI could be having on particularly the creative industries on the Isle of Man.
In this Island Life Special, Lisa Hywood, CEO of the Tikki Hywood Foundation in ZImbabwe, talks to H about her talk on the Isle of Man, hosted by Ramsey Crookall, in which she speaks of her work in conservation, especially in protecting the world's most trafficked mammal - the African Pangolin.
JB starts Banjovial and finishes with Nitetracks as he plays the best in folk and roots from the Isle of Man and around the world . . !
Liberal Vannin Party leader and former health minister Lawrie Hooper leads a somewhat lonely life as the only Liberal Vannin member in Tynwald. As a party of one he recognises his influence is limited but feels passionately that party politics is the best way to ensure our politicians are held accountable for their actions. Could party politics work for us? I guess Lawrie will need to lead more than just himself to demonstrate that to us.
In this week's episode, James & Jasper catch-up and chat through some of their recent golf exploits. In particular, they discuss Jasper's visit to Castletown on the Isle Of Man, and the recent Top 100 Panelist events in England.Follow us on socials:On Instagram: @officialtop100On Twitter: @top100golf
Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football and hockey action on the Isle of Man.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.
A windswept island garden, a storm‑proof polycrub, and a no‑dig mindset that turns soil into a living engine—this conversation with Lovely Greens' Tanya Anderson is a masterclass in practical, organic resilience. We head to the Isle of Man to unpack how climate shapes design, why keeping crops low beats the wind, and how a Shetland‑born polycrub unlocks peppers and aubergines where summer heat rarely arrives. Along the way, we explore wood chip paths that become compost, perennial borders that anchor slopes and shelter life, and the subtle art of knowing when to trust predators and when to step in.Tanya's story begins with a simple blog that grew into a thriving platform for organic gardening, DIY garden projects, and creative plant use. We talk about soil health in plain terms—compost as structure and nutrition, comfrey and nettle teas as slow power, and fungi as partners rather than mysteries. No‑dig gets an honest appraisal: fewer weeds if your margins are tight, more seedlings if you embrace wildflowers, and a real conversation about the cost and sourcing of compost. It's not dogma; it's a flexible system you adapt to your site, your back, and your goals.We also dive into the hard bit: New Zealand flatworm. If you garden in wet, cool climates, this pest can erase your earthworms and tip the food web off balance. Tanya shares how she traps during breeding windows, protects undisturbed, mulched zones for worms, and keeps an eye on alternatives like biochar barriers—all while building an ecosystem that can recover. The joy returns with perennials like Taunton Deane kale, Welsh onions, artichokes, and yacón, plus the creativity of turning calendula and chamomile into gentle soap and skincare. That loop—grow, use, and give back—runs through her book A Woman's Garden and her soap‑making courses.If you're curious about resilient organic gardening, storm‑smart structures, and making more from what you grow, you'll feel right at home here. Subscribe, share this episode with a gardener who loves a challenge, and leave a review to tell us how you're adapting your space this season.You can visit Tanya's website Lovely Greens here:https://lovelygreens.comSupport the showIf there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes, please let me know. Email: info@mastermygarden.com Check out Master My Garden on the following channels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/ Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/ Until next week Happy gardening John
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 41. Jon Armstrong & Shane Byrne, the winning crew, and second-placed Lorcan Moore chat to us about the Croatia Rally, the final round of the 2025 European Rally Championship. Niall McGonigle joins us to talk about his win on the recent Chris Kelly Memorial Rally on the Isle of Man, his first closed road rally. Chapters Start 00:00:00 Jon, Shane & Lorcan 00:06:13 Niall McGonigle 00:29:35
Manx Care has announced that the Martin Ward at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is to close towards the end of October for 'around four weeks'.A Douglas man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder.A new survey suggests the majority of Isle of Man residents support tougher rules on smoking and vaping. After claiming her second world title last week, Manx martial arts competitor Alanna Pritchard has announced she's hoping to go pro.
The Plodcast has learned that hundreds wallabies are living wild on the Isle of Man? How did these Australian marsupials get there and what impact are they having on local ecology? Friend of the Plodcast James Fair led the expedition into the Irish Sea to meet local experts - David Bellamy and Graham Makepeace-Warne from the Manx Wildlife Trust - and see if he could set eyes on these creatures from the other side of the world. Also, the Plodcast is very proud to announce that it is media partner for the Speakies – the British Audio Awards from The Bookseller Magazine. These new awards celebrate the very best in audiobooks. The Plodcast is partnering in the non-fiction category. Find the shortlists here: www.thebookseller.com/the-british-audio-awards And now you can get in touch with the Plodcast team via: The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast group on Facebook & BBC Countryfile Magazine's Instagram page. The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 & 2025 and the PPA Podcast of the Year 2022. If you've enjoyed the plodcast, don't forget to leave likes and positive reviews. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: theplodcast@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. The Plodcast is produced by Jack Bateman and Lewis Dobbs. The theme tune was written and performed by Blair Dunlop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A quarter of a century ago, over 80 Isle of Man schoolchildren undertook the enormous challenge of creating, rehearsing, and transporting a full-scale multimedia production to London's Millennium Dome. In this programme, Charles Guard looks back at the sheer scale of the operation and the extraordinary effort it took to showcase Manx culture on an international stage, by reminiscing with the original production team who pulled it all together.
The Island's population is at a record high - but is growth keeping pace with government targets?Almost £150,000 worth of food is wasted each year in the Island's schools.Isle of Man tennis star Billy Harris is off to a strong start at the Jinan Open in China.
Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football and hockey action on the Isle of Man.Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian
Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division match between FC Isle of Man and Barnoldswick Town at The Bowl in DouglasFC Isle of Man Caretaker Manager, Rick Holden took charge of his first game against an opponent unbeaten on Manx shores in their previous three visitsMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham
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In tonight's programme:The premier league leaders take on undefeated opposition in this weekend's Manx football fixtures After a break from action six days ago, rugby action is due to return in earnest this SaturdayIt's too close to call across the divisions going into the latest Manx mixed hockey tiesManx WBC champion boxer, Sam Rennie is back in the ring tomorrow, this time in AsiaAnd a major event on the Isle of Man's rallying calendar is returning for the first time in three yearsFeatured this week are Ben Cunningham, Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Sam Rennie and Mark Ellison
The boss of Manx Care has ruled out resigning following political calls for the board to step down.A record number of cruise passengers visited the Island this season.Isle of Man pro boxer Sam Rennie is set to return to the ring tomorrow, hoping to extend his perfect record thus far.
A 12 x 8.5cm ‘Correspondenzkarte', the earliest progenitor of the modern-day postcard, was created by the Austrian Post on 1st October, 1869. Cheaper and more practical than sending long-form letters, the new medium was an instant sensation with the public - with three million postcards being sent in the first three months. But cultural conservatives felt it would lead to poor grammar, a capitulation of individuality, and a brash new form of self-expression... In this episode, Arion, Olly and Rebecca reveal the indomitability of the Isle of Man's postcard censorship committee; revisit the career of the ‘King of the Saucy Seaside', Donald McGill; and unearth the frustrated adventures of ‘the wronged true inventor of the postcard', Dr. Heinrich Von Stephan. Further Reading: • ‘The Story of the Postcard' (Postimuseo Finland, 2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjFTxJi66e8 • ‘Tweeting by mail: The postcard's stormy birth'(LA Times, 2013): https://www.latimes.com/opinion/la-xpm-2013-jun-22-la-oe-cure-postcards-twitter-20130623-story.html • ‘History of the Saucy Postcard' (Donald McGill Museum, 2020): https://saucyseasidepostcards.com/?page_id=89 This episode first aired in 2021 Love the show? Support us! Join
On todays episode we explore the birth of Wicca and visit the enchanted lair of one of the famous seers of all Mother Shipton.In Castletown on the Isle of Man we venture to the old witches castle the original site of the Witchcraft Museum set up by Cecil Williamson.The wilds of Yorkshire are the setting and home of prophetess Mother Shipton, here we discover her life and work and see the famous petrifying waterfall where things turn to stone almost before your very eyes.Wicca, Wild adventure and Waterfalls.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joe Locke shot to global fame as Charlie Spring in Netflix's Heartstopper, a role that catapulted him overnight from a schoolboy on the Isle of Man to an Emmy-nominated actor with millions of followers. In this candid conversation, the Heartstopper star reflects on the whirlwind of early success, the pressure of being seen as a role model and why he once felt like he was ‘already 35' at just 20 years old. Joe opens up about the challenges of guarding his privacy while navigating fame, learning to embrace his youth and discovering the value of failure in both life and career. From Broadway and Marvel to his West End debut in Clarkston, the Netflix actor shares what it means to grow up in the spotlight, how being raised by strong women shaped him - and why believing in yourself can be the hardest lesson of all. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 01:43 Guarding Privacy in the Spotlight 04:21 Theater and Personal Passions 10:08 Heartstopper and Cast Dynamics 14:38 Navigating Fame and Personal Growth 16:04 Balancing Youth and Career 24:31 Reverse Misogyny and Comfort in Female Spaces 26:37 Future Aspirations 27:48 Imposter Syndrome in Acting 28:52 Heartstopper Casting Call Experience 32:00 The Struggle with Self-Belief 34:55 Embracing Failure and Personal Growth 40:59 Eyebrows and Acting
This week on Chasin' the Racin', Dom Herbertson and Josh Corner are joined by Mar-Train's team owner, Tim Martin. Together, the guys dive into Tim's history in the sport, reflecting on all the highs and lows of team ownership across short circuits and the roads as he looks towards his team's retirement. Enjoy - CTR x Powered by OMG Racing Supported by JCT Truck and Trailer Rental and Lucky Day Competitions Lucky Day are one of the biggest competition companies in the UK and have an amazing range of prizes up for grab every week! Check them out: https://www.luckydaycompetitions.com/ Episode Sponsor: Shays Farm - a family-operated campsite located just a 5 minute drive or 30 minute walk from Oulton Park. They provide options for touring, camping as well as luxury clamping accommodation complete with hot tubs. A family of 3 generations of motorsport enthusiasts sponsoring Kyle Ryde for 14 years, and currently sponsoring George Bowes in BTC and TT's Jonathan Perry. Make sure to check out their website: https://shaysfarm.co.uk If you're interested in sponsoring an episode of the podcast, please don't hesitate to get in touch via email to chasintheracin@outlook.com ------------ We have a full range of merchandise as well as Alan Carter's and Ian Simpson's Autobiography's over on our website: https://chasintheracin.myshopify.com CTR Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/MotorbikePod?utm_... ------------- SOCIALS: Instagram: @chasintheracinpod Facebook: Chasin' The Racin' Podcast X: @motorbikepod
The 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss thrilled fans with Anish Giri's win, Matthias Blubaum's surprise Candidates spot, and dramatic clashes between rising juniors and veterans, sparking debate on how to create more high-stakes events like it. Join the Dojo - https://chessdojo.club Watch Live - https://twitch.tv/chessdojo Play Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojo Merch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Want to support the channel? Patreon - https://patreon.com/chessdojo Donate - https://streamelements.com/chessdojo/tip Find all of our chess book & supplies recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you. Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojo Discord: https://discord.gg/GhKsJtjpFw Twitter: https://twitter.com/chessdojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chessdojo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chessdojo Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips 00:06 – First impressions of the Grand Swiss 01:34 – Why this tournament felt special 03:02 – Calls for more events tied to the World Championship 06:12 – Stakes and qualification systems in chess 09:26 – How FIDE co-opted the Isle of Man tournament 14:06 – Tournament winners: Giri and Bluebaum 20:00 – Evaluating Bluebaum's chances in the Candidates 28:34 – Giri's ambitions and old-school endgame play 33:45 – The gap between 2600s and 2700s 42:26 – Who might miss the Candidates and future prospects
In this special bonus episode brought to you by Cancer Research UK, Jane and Fi speak to Clara, who was diagnosed with blood cancer as a child. Clara tells us how her experiences in hospital inspired her to become a children's nurse. Get more information at:Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/children-and-young-people?utm_source=newsuk&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ccam2025About cancer - children's cancers https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/childrens-cancer Please note, there are discussions of childhood cancer diagnosis and treatment throughout. Cancer Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), the Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247). #ad If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christine Ohuruogu dials in from the World Athletics Championship in Tokyo to give us the latest!Comedian Jason Byrne brings news of his UK tour, Head in the Clouds, which kicks off in the Isle of Man!Join Chris and the Class Behind The Glass every morning from 6.30am! Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yoooooo! Thank you for tuning in for another HOT ep! Boogity Boogity Boogity we are going racing this week. The boys decided on a team only ep this week to take a look into two of some of the most noticeable drivers and races to walk the world. Daniel kicks us off and goes into the storied racing history and tragic death of the legend Dale Earnhardt Sr. If you like a little bit more of the oversees bike racing, then Tristan has something for you. He is goinig into the high stakes world of bike racing at The Isle of Man!! If you like you see then please come take a look at our COOKING patreon!! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jaega Wise heads to the Isle of Man to find out what's driving a growing movement to produce more of the island's own food, and why its approach might matter beyond its shores. She hears about the challenges facing producers, how the fishing industry is adapting, and what it means to work within a UNESCO biosphere. Just 6% of food bought in Manx shops is locally produced — a figure the Manx NFU is campaigning to change. Meanwhile, the Government has announced reforms to primary school meals after discovering half of the food served was ultra-processed, and very little was locally sourced. Contributors: Chris Waller, NOA Bakehouse Sue King, author of "Ham & Eggs and Turtle Soup: A Slice of Manx Culinary History" Jack Emmerson – Sea Fisheries Policy Manager, Isle of Man Government (DEFA) Dr David Beard – Chief Executive, Manx Fish Producers Organisation Elizabeth Townsend and Nick Scarffe, Kerroo Brewing Co Helen Crosbie, Isle of Man Sea Salt Jenny Shepherd and Rawdon Hayne – Isle of Man Charcuterie Sarah Comish, Manx National Farmers' Union (NFU) Shirley Callow, Isle of Man Creamery Daphne Caine, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture, Isle of Man Government Pippa Lovell, Chef, The Laxey Glen. Presented by Jaega Wise Produced for BBC Audio in Bristol by Natalie Donovan
Wanna see our lovely faces: https://youtube.com/live/DF0RcGEoBnAShow Notes:We just talked about dying at the Isle of Man last week...Then comes this dickhead:https://www.rideapart.com/.../isle-of-man-tt-classics.../Did someone say BMW R9T flat tracker kit?I'm listening:https://www.motorcyclenews.com/.../bmw-r12-nine-t.../Yammie Noob (Whatever that is) suggests that the Janus is dangerous by design. There's nothing new about a death wobble, let's talk about it. But, you should absolutely watch this video first. Clearly none of the motorcycles in this video were fit for sale despite selling in the actual millions.https://youtu.be/z3OQTU-kE2s?si=g8F6dIbzN_0cGAnIDon't throw stones...I guess he went left of center on a suspended license and paralyzed a porsche driver. But, he seems to be an expert on motorcycle dynamics. He certainly knows first hand about aerodynamics, boy got himself some AIR!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c-bUAupQqEIs $8299 too much for 70HP?https://www.motomoriniusa.com/xcape700The leftover 2024's are going for $6999Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
The Calf of Man, just off the southern tip of the Isle of Man. There's a decayed building there. And on its wall hangs a strange thing. A life preserver—round, red and white, worn by time. It made me wonder: What do we leave behind to save the ones who come after us?” This is Quest & Chorus #306 0:21 - We Banjo 3 "Alive With You" from Open The Road 3:14 - WELCOME TO QUEST & CHORUS Where every place has a story, every story has a song, and every song is a step in the quest. I'm your bard, Marc Gunn, also host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, and typically host of this show as Folk Songs & Stories, but today, we call it Quest & Chorus. Quest & Chorus is a 6-part podcast series. I fuse my love of music, science fiction and fantasy, and travel into a podcast with a quest. In each episode, you will get a clue to unlock a secret reward. And at the end of the season, you will combine all of those clues to unlock an even bigger amazing reward. We're sailing to the Isle of Man to talk about hope, abandonment, legacy, moving forward, and what comes next. If you're new to the show, please follow us. You can do that PubSong.com or Just send me an email to follow@celtfather. UPCOMING SHOWS SEP 24-28: ALEP 6, Harrodsburg, KY OCT 11: The Lost Druid Brewery, Avondale Estates, GA OCT 17-19: MultiVerse, Peachtree City, GA Please leave a comment on the podcast show notes at pubsong.com or wherever you listen. Email pictures of where you're listening to follow@celtfather . I'll send you a free gift and you can learn more about how to follow this podcast. 4:55 - Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh "Cad É Sin Don Té Sin" from Neadú 8:23 - Bill Mullen “Irish Rover” from The Beginning A big thanks to my… 11:06 - GUNN RUNNERS ON PATREON If you enjoy this podcast or you love listening to my music, please follow my Celtfather Patreon page. You can sign up for free and get updates on what's new and you can get an ad-free edition of this podcast before public listeners. But you get so much more when you become a Patron of the Arts. Patreon is one of the ways modern musicians and podcasters make a living. For just $5 per month, you'll get exclusive, unreleased songs, podcasts, video concerts, bootleg concerts, and so much more. Email follow@celtfather to get more details! TODAY'S SHOW IS BROUGHT TO BY CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of people on a relaxing adventure to one of the Celtic nations. We don't see everything. Instead we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join me with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts, blogs, videos, and photos. In 2026, you can join me for a Celtic Invasion of Galicia in Spain. Sign to the Celtic Invasion Vacations mailing list at CelticInvasion.com. Let's begin the… QUEST & CHORUS of CALF OF MAN The Calf of Man is a small island located about a half mile off the southern tip of the Isle of Man. It is a protected national park that is part of the Manx National Heritage. It is home to large number of species of birds, including some colonies that migrate there. Around 33 species of seabirds breed on the islet annually, including Manx Shearwater, Kittiwake, Razorbill and Shag. Every year, I take a small group of people to explore our Celtic heritage. It's called Celtic Invasion Vacations. Next year, we're going to Galicia in Spain. That's one of the most-obscure Celtic nations. But in the summer of 2024, we did a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Man. On the invasion, we took the Wild Life and Scenic Trip around Calf of Man with Shona Boat Trips. They are one of the small boat operators that give tours. Desi was our guide. He lived on the island for a year. We didn't get to explore much of the land. Because the Calf of Man is raw. The kind of place the sea keeps for itself. There was a building by the shore. We couldn't inspect it during our fifteen minutes on the ground, but it looked like just the bones of a dwelling, stone clinging to stone. And from its wall, there was one oddity that stood out in the stark landscape. A life preserver. That's wild to think about. A life preserver is a tool meant to save someone in the future, and it was hanging on the ruins of a home from the past. It reminded me of Miranda, from the movie, Serenity. A planet left behind. A warning not given. A silence that cost too much. That building, that place… it feels like Miranda. Not because it's dead. But because someone left it—hoping it might save someone else. In the first episode of Firefly, Malcolm Reynolds is fighting in Serenity Valley. A soldier standing next to him is terrified that they are gonna die. Mal tells him, “we're too pretty to die.” He's filled with so much hope. A moment later he watches in horror as his air support leaves. He watches his Angels fly away as the soldier next to him is shot down. Two-thirds of the Independents died in the Battle of Serenity Valley. Two-thirds of Mal's fellow soldiers did not make it home. And yet he lived. He was preserved. MUCH LIKE THE SECRET WORD OF THE DAY. WHAT WAS PRESERVED? Were you ever left behind? How did you move forward? Music is my safe place. That's one of the reasons I wrote “Serenity Valley Waltz”. I wanted a song for survivors. For those who were left behind. To not just face the future, but to also take care of the next generation. This is why I spend so much time thinking about sustainability and my music career. Are we making a life preserver for the next generation? For my daughters? I've been reading the book Ministry of the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson. He does an amazing job at illustrating the tipping point of climate change. When we HAVE to start doing something about it. The very first chapters of the book lay out a horror that brought tears to my eyes. Especially when I imagined what my children will most likely face at some point. We can use that life preserver right now by changing how we do stuff right now. And perhaps music can be our guiding light. Our healer. Our hope. “Serenity Valley Waltz” is a song all about healing and hope. It's about overcoming our nightmares and looking out across the ocean from the Isle of Man and seeing a better future for all of us. This song is for the places that hold pain. But also for the objects that remind us to stay afloat. That round red and white ring… it didn't save a life today. But it might tomorrow. This is Serenity Valley Waltz.” 16:19 - NEWS Marc Gunn “Serenity Valley Waltz” from Selcouth If you want to learn more about “Serenity Valley Waltz”, visit the shownotes. I did an episode where I shared the inspiration beyond the song. You can also find a link to the discussion that Mikey Mason and I had when we wrote the song as part of the In the ‘Verse podcast. Poll: What are your favorite songs on Selcouth? Merch: Buy Selcouth Thank you for standing on the shore with me today. The Calf of Man may be forgotten, but its story, like yours, is worth remembering. Next week, we climb to Tintagel, the seat of Camelot, to raise a glass to myths and farewells. Until then… Leave something behind. Not because you're going… But because someone might come looking. 19:30 - CREDITS Thanks for listening to Quest & Chorus. This episode was edited by Mitchell Petersen. You can follow and listen to the show on my Patreon or wherever you find podcasts. Sign up to my mailing list to learn more about songs featured in this podcast and discover where I'm performing. Remember. Reduce, reuse, recycle, and think about how you can make a positive impact on your environment. Join the Quest and Sing Along at www.pubsong.com! #pubstories
Our money manager and European summer globetrotter Leonard Raskin comes back from Ireland with a water story and a TT race tale. Touring The Isle of Man and learning U.K. geography before we kick off into Ravens' football season and the Buffalo Bills. The post Leonard Raskin and Nestor tour The Isle of Man and prep for Buffalo and Ravens season hopes first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
This week on Eavesdroppin', it's our second summer special and what a mash-up of two classic supernatural eps!Michelle begins with a revisit of a supernatural episode, Season 3, episode 40, about poltergeists where YouTubers and TikTokers Lainey and Ben from Buckinghamshire in the UK claim they live with two poltergeists called Andy and Davewho make a dreadful mess in their house. Listen now to hear all about the paranormal activity and how Lainey and Ben have learned to co-exist with their ghosts and even asked them to protect their unborn son…Geordie follows with a look at ep 48 from season 2, The History of Ghosts episode 9: 20th Century Poltergeist, where she investigates the Dalby spook, otherwise known as Gef the talking mongoose. On the Isle of Man, Gef haunted a family for more than 10 years!!! So… was Gef the talking mongoose really a ghost from New Delhi or did the Irving family make him up? Tune in now to eavesdrop!!!So pop on your headphones, grab a brown lemonade and join Geordie & Michelle for this week's episode, plus chat about Trainspotting, Wham and more only on Eavesdroppin' podcast. And remember, wherever you are, whatever you do, just keep Eavesdroppin'!*Disclaimer: We don't claim to have any factual info about anything ever and our opinions are just opinions not fact, sooorrrryyy! Don't sue us!Please rate, review, tell your friends and subscribe in all the usual places – we love it when you do!Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eavesdroppinDo write in with your stories at hello@eavesdroppinpodcast.comor send us a Voice Note!Listen: http://www.eavesdroppinpodcast.comorhttps://podfollow.com/eavesdroppinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcuzv-EXizUo4emmt9PgfwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eavesdroppinpodcast#GEF #Gefthetalkingmongoose #poltergeists #laineyandben #reallife #truestories #eavesdroppin #eavesdroppinpodcast #supernatural #eavesdroppincomedypodcast #podcast #comedy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It could talk. It could sing. It could spy on you from the shadows… and it claimed to be a mongoose. In the 1930s, headlines screamed about Gef the Talking Mongoose, a strange creature haunting the remote Isle of Man home of the Irving family. Gef allegedly spoke multiple languages, sang, stole from neighbors, and spied on locals. Paranormal investigators Nandor Fodor and Harry Price chased the mystery, collecting photographs, paw prints, fur samples, and countless witness accounts. Was Gef a clever hoax, a poltergeist, or something far more sinister? Anne and Renata dig into one of history's weirdest and most debated hauntings. The Curious Case of Jef the talking Mongoose - A True Hauntings Podcast PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Happiness Experiment - https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Factor Meals - Get 50% off your first order & Free Shipping at www.FactorMeals.com/p6050off & use code: P6050off at checkout Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to www.MintMobile.com/P60 Shadow Zine - https://shadowzine.com/ Love & Lotus Tarot - http://lovelotustarot.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This week, we're diving into the wonderfully bizarre world of cryptids where folklore meets the downright unbelievable. First, we travel to the windswept Isle of Man in the 1930s, where a talking mongoose named Gef supposedly made a family's farmhouse his home, leaving behind one of the strangest legends in paranormal history. Was Gef a ghost, a hoax, or a creature from somewhere beyond the ordinary? Then we head to the murky backroads of Bishopville, South Carolina, to meet the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp—a reptilian beast that terrorized locals and left claw marks on cars in the 1980s. With one cryptid chattering in the walls and another lurking in the shadows, we'll unravel the tales, the evidence, and why these stories still spark fascination (and a few goosebumps) today.bBsSb5I5ltlor9uLYNJzIn Paranormal News - Possible fairy caught on camera?Fatemag - Gef the talking Mongoose / 30 years laterGarrett Collection - GefAtlas Obscura - The Bizzare Story of Gef the Talking MongooseCryptid Wiki - GefExcerpt from My Diary in the House of the Talking Mongoose pg. 39The Harry Price Website - The Talking MongooseSwamp Ape Review – Lizard ManThe City of Bishopville – Lizard ManCrypto Zoo News – Lizard ManCryptid WikiU.S. Department of Mythical WildlifeSouth of Spooky PodcastYou can also use this link to text us your story :)If you have an experience, story, or anything else you'd like to share with us, you can email us at Opeaghost@gmail.com You can also follow us on Instagram, Join our Facebook group : Ope, A Ghost, or Follow us on YoutubeToodles!
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In August 1973, a horrific discovery was made inside a popular Douglas restaurant on the Isle of Man. A man had been killed in a violent and sustained attack, and as word of the crime spread, it sent shockwaves across the island.The victim was 26-year-old Nigel Neal, a devoted family man and respected figure in the local hospitality scene. What followed was a tense and complex investigation that soon led detectives beyond the Isle of Man's shores in search of a suspect.As the evidence began to mount, a picture emerged of a troubled young man with a fractured past, an apparent grudge, and a motive rooted in desperation. But what really happened that night? And what led to the Isle of Man's final death sentence being handed down in a courtroom that hadn't seen one carried out in more than a century?Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! It's quick to sign up and you'll save 20% if you choose an annual membership.Follow me on social media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersJoin the private Facebook group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupVisit my website:britishmurders.comIntro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. You can find the sources for each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.