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Robert Peston is one of Britain's most trusted journalists. A fixture in British politics and business coverage, he came to national prominence as Business Editor and then Economics Editor at the BBC, where he revealed the crises at Northern Rock and RBS, the emergency rescue of HBOS, and the tumult around the credit crunch, bailouts, and austerity.  Today he hosts his namesake flagship politics and current affairs show, Peston, as ITV's Political Editor, and co-hosts The Rest is Money with Steph McGovern where he continues to help audiences make sense of the fast-evolving worlds of business and finance. In July 2026 Peston joined us for the Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook. In conversation with BBC broadcaster Jonny Dymond, he explored the key challenges and opportunities facing today's domestic, European, and global economies.  Peston answered questions on our most pressing issues today. Has Keir Starmer successfully seen off a Labour Party coup, and will his government finally be able to deliver growth? In the face of war in the Middle East, how exposed is Britain to renewed instability in energy markets and the wider global economy? And what should policymakers do now to restore confidence, encourage investment and navigate a more volatile international landscape? He also discussed The Kill Switch, the new novel in his bestselling crime thriller series, set at the intersection of media, money and political power. --- This recording is part of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook series of events made in partnership with Guinness Global Investors, an independent British fund manager that helps both individuals and institutions harness the future drivers of growth to achieve their investment goals. To find out more visit: https://www.guinnessgi.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Peston is one of Britain's most trusted journalists. A fixture in British politics and business coverage, he came to national prominence as Business Editor and then Economics Editor at the BBC, where he revealed the crises at Northern Rock and RBS, the emergency rescue of HBOS, and the tumult around the credit crunch, bailouts, and austerity.  Today he hosts his namesake flagship politics and current affairs show, Peston, as ITV's Political Editor, and co-hosts The Rest is Money with Steph McGovern where he continues to help audiences make sense of the fast-evolving worlds of business and finance. In July 2026 Peston joined us for the Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook. In conversation with BBC broadcaster Jonny Dymond, he explored the key challenges and opportunities facing today's domestic, European, and global economies.  Peston answered questions on our most pressing issues today. Has Keir Starmer successfully seen off a Labour Party coup, and will his government finally be able to deliver growth? In the face of war in the Middle East, how exposed is Britain to renewed instability in energy markets and the wider global economy? And what should policymakers do now to restore confidence, encourage investment and navigate a more volatile international landscape? He also discussed The Kill Switch, the new novel in his bestselling crime thriller series, set at the intersection of media, money and political power. --- --- This recording is part of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook series of events made in partnership with Guinness Global Investors, an independent British fund manager that helps both individuals and institutions harness the future drivers of growth to achieve their investment goals. To find out more visit: https://www.guinnessgi.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Stick to Football for the final episode of our World Cup series, brought to you by Sky Bet. We kick off with Spain claiming their second World Cup title in what was a fairly one-sided final. The team reflect on Spain's brilliance and, of course, the emotional scenes from Lionel Messi as Argentina fell short. Then, we dive into our Stick to Football World Cup Awards, debating the Player of the Tournament, the top performers in every position, and some fun alternative categories, including the most annoying and most controversial moments of the tournament. Finally, we reflect on England, discussing the awards they deserve and how they'll prepare to bounce back in the next tournament, before signing off with our final ITV7 of the series! ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament! 18+. T&Cs apply. 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - World Cup Final Reaction 14:16 - Player Awards 31:33 - Best Game Of Tournament 48:06 - England Awards Picks 51:01 - Tuchel In Or Out 57:02 - Best Goals And Moments 01:00:05 - ITV 7 Quiz 01:08:41 - World Cup Wrap!*For Australia only: Basic Samsung Galaxy AI features are free. Future releases may be offered on a paid basis. Different terms may apply to third-party AI features. Accuracy of results may vary and is not guaranteed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wall Street isn't the only place where billion-dollar deals are happening.This week, Anthony Cheung and Stephen Barnett break down ITV's agreement to sell its television and streaming business to Comcast, the owner of Sky, and explain why this is far more than just another media acquisition. They explore how investment banks advise on transformational M&A deals, why companies separate business divisions to unlock value, and what the transaction means for the future of UK broadcasting.They also analyse Reformation's upcoming IPO, using it as a case study to explain direct-to-consumer brands, private equity exits, consumer investing and why some retail companies become stock market winners while others collapse. Along the way, they compare brands including Nike, Lululemon, Abercrombie and Allbirds, discuss what makes an attractive IPO candidate, and explain how investment banks position companies before going public.Whether you're preparing for finance interviews, working in markets, or simply want to better understand the biggest business stories shaping the economy, this episode breaks down the commercial awareness behind the headlines.(00:00) England Exit(02:29) ITV Sold to Sky(06:37) The Deal Advisers(08:03) Comcast Explained(16:07) ITV Business Model(19:53) The Role of Banks(30:07) Reformation IPO(33:58) The Numbers(40:17) Nike vs Abercrombie(45:33) PE Exit Strategy(52:08) IPO Boom(53:54) Final Prediction

Explicamos de forma sencilla los distintos tipos de coches híbridos y eléctricos disponibles en el mercado, destacando sus características y beneficios. Descubre cómo la conducción con un híbrido puede influir en tu forma de manejar y en la eficiencia del vehículo. También profundizamos en la importancia del mantenimiento regular para evitar emisiones excesivas y garantizar la seguridad en carretera, con un repaso a lo que realmente mide la ITV y por qué es fundamental. Un episodio imprescindible para quienes quieren conducir con conciencia y conocimiento.

Dan is joined by Darragh 'The Menace' Ennis from ITV's The Chase to discuss the show, his love for Liverpool and his thoughts on Andoni Iraola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neil Atkinson is joined by ITV investigations Editor Dan Hewitt to talk about his book 'Left To Rot - How Governments Have Betrayed Us and How We Fix It', a book that looks at the UK housing crisis and what led to it. Subscribe to The Anfield Wrap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast ahead of the World Matchplay.   The boys kick off the show with a look ahead to this year's World Matchplay, and discuss if Luke Littler should be the favourite, before picking which of the four first-round sessions they are most looking forward to in Blackpool.   The reigning European champion Gian van Veen (18:37) calls in ahead of playing in his third World Matchplay this weekend. The world number three reflects on a whirlwind last 12 months on the oche, winning his first major title at the European Championship, becoming only the second two-time PDC world youth champion and reaching the PDC World Darts Championship final. Gian also opens up on the lifestyle changes he has had to make after being diagnosed with kidney stones earlier this year, the support he has behind the scenes and reveals which airport was his favourite to visit during his first season in the Premier League.   Alex and Burton continue their World Matchplay preview by giving their thoughts on the four debutants in this year's field, before making their predictions for who they think will be lifting the Phil Taylor Trophy a week on Sunday.   PDC commentator Glen Durrant (51:00) also joins the show to look ahead to the start of the World Matchplay. The former World Matchplay semi finalist gives his thoughts on this year's tournament, as well as revealing why he is back on the Trilogy Nightclub line up in Blackpool next week. Glen also talks about his recent decision to step away from his role as a director with the PDPA, being part of ITV's new-look broadcast team for their PDC events, and much more.   The boys wrap up the show with a look ahead to the Women's World Matchplay next week and discuss who are the biggest threats to the top seed Beau Greaves in her bid for a third title in Blackpool. *** Get your own Alex Moss replica shirt (as worn by our co-host at the Las Vegas Open 2026) from DJD here! A % of the profits will be donated to The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis

Adrian Goldberg talks to ITV's Investigations Editor Daniel Hewitt about the dire state of Britain's social housing stock. Dan is the author of "Left To Rot - How Governments Have Betrayed Us And How We Fix It" is out now via Bristol University Press. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Harvey White in Birmingham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's MadTech Podcast, ExchangeWire COO Lindsay Rowntree and CEO Rachel Smith join John Still to discuss Netflix's short-form ambitions, Sky's purchase of ITV and what went down at ATS Singapore...Netflix Strikes Short-Form Video Deals with Major Publishers (Straits Times)Netflix has signed licensing deals with Penske Media, BuzzFeed Studios, Condé Nast, Hearst and People Inc. for short-form video (2–20+ minutes), launching August 3 across the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. They define short-form as 2-20 mins, and this move comes on the back of YouTube overtaking Netflix in daily viewing time and TikTok closing the gap…ITV Sells Media & Entertainment Arm to Comcast's Sky for £1.6bn (Reuters)ITV has agreed to sell its broadcast channels and streaming service to Comcast-owned Sky for up to £1.6bn, spinning ITV Studios off separately. The combined Sky/ITV entity would command over 70% of UK TV advertising and aims to compete with global streamers, though regulators may force Sky to give up its third-party ad sales business.ATS Singapore Wrap-UpWe're back from a successful ATS Singapore - we had over 1000 guests present to discuss the issues, challenges and opportunities for our industry…

This week, I discuss Comcast's plans to split its media and technology businesses, spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate publicly traded company. I questioned why it didn't happen sooner, since for years we've seen from its balance sheet and stock price that combining its content and distribution pipelines hasn't added value. Also related to Comcast, I cover the news that ITV has agreed to sell its Media and Entertainment division, covering the ITV channels, the ITVX streaming platform, and the advertising business that funds them, to Comcast-owned Sky for up to £1.6 billion. I discuss Meta's plans to launch a cloud business to sell AI computing power and why it makes sense, when Meta is spending so much on capex without a clear path to directly monetize it. I also use the example of Meta taking a page from Google's playbook, which successfully diversified revenue beyond just advertising by growing their cloud services over many years. Other Meta news covered is that the company took a patent license covering AV1 and VP9 from the Access Advance VDP Pool. Finally, I cover the latest news from Netflix, which will add video content from new publishers, ranging from 3 to 20 minutes in length, and why this is not a sign that Netflix is trying to be YouTube.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

This week we are joined by our HOST Olivia as she touches down in the UK fresh from a month in Ibiza... physically, at least. From losing a suitcase full of designer bags and her DIARY to accidentally "headlining" Pacha, surviving a brutal hangover on set, and wrapping another series of ITV's Bad Boyfriends, she's spilling everything. She shares huge career news, opens up about dating again, addresses the roses, the rumours and the ‘person', before diving into your dilemmas - from workplace crushes to messy friendships and how Dua Lipa copied her wedding photos. So grab a drink, dolls - this is chaos, confessions and a very overdue catch up! Podcast Description:  Welcome to Olivia's House - Olivia Attwood's stylish, intimate podcast blends sharp humour with unfiltered, heartfelt conversation. From New York to London, Olivia invites bold guests to explore love, fame, family, and everything in between- no topic is off-limits. Expect scandalous stories, laugh-out-loud chaos, and the honest, messy moments that make us human. So… are you coming in? Follow Olivia's House on socials: https://www.instagram.com/thisisoliviashouse/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisoliviashouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BBC licence fee is a busted flush, ITV's in the hands of an American media giant - what is the future of public-service broadcasting? Can the BBC find a way of getting people to pay for it? Does the next generation just want YouTube and Netflix anyway? Jamie Medhurst, Professor of Film and TV at Aberystwyth University tells Phil and Roger about the changing media landscape in the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comcast's decision to separate its media and telecom businesses, combined with Sky's acquisition of ITV, could signal a major shift in how media companies think about content, distribution and audience reach. Chris and Nick explore whether the era of owning both the pipes and the content is coming to an end, why sports rights have become even more valuable in the streaming age, and how Sky could use ITV's free-to-air reach to unlock new opportunities for advertisers, rights holders and fans. They also discuss which competitors should be paying close attention to these developments and what it could mean for the future of sports broadcasting in the UK. Key Points:Does Comcast's restructuring signal the end of the traditional strategy of owning both content and distribution in the streaming era?Have live sports become the most valuable asset in modern media as entertainment content becomes increasingly commoditised?How could Sky use ITV's free-to-air reach to generate more value from premium sports rights like the Premier League, Formula One and the NFL?Should broadcasters, streaming platforms and rights holders be worried about Sky becoming an even stronger force in the UK sports media market?

Lord Michael Grade – former controller of BBC One, chief executive of Channel 4, chairman of both the BBC and ITV, and most recently chair of Ofcom – reflects on what's happening to Britain's public service broadcasters as audiences splinter and the licence fee comes under strain. What funding model does he favour, what is the key question the BBC now faces, and can a channel like Channel 4 still justify its place in a market dominated by global streaming giants? And does foreign ownership of ITV's broadcast arm really threaten the character of British television, or could it secure its future?We explore Ofcom's contested role as referee of “due impartiality” in an era of GB News, partisan presenters and politicians fronting current affairs shows- are standards really being applied evenly? And Michael Grade also revisits some of his most debated calls – from cancelling Doctor Who to reshaping Blackadder – and gives his top viewing recommendation.To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership @beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: a cultural review of the montage-resistant grind of England 2 Norway 1, Thomas Tuchel vs Gabriel Clarke, the prospect of Vindaloo as the soundtrack to this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, ITV's Mark Pougatch talks tactics, revisiting England 3 Argentina 2 (2005), Joe Cole's stance on the pyramids of Egypt, and kit-man transfer news. Play the Happy Hunting Grounds daily quiz at games.footballcliches.com Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The investigator whose ITV documentary helped expose Jimmy Savile joins Andrew Gold to reveal what happened behind the scenes. Mark Williams-Thomas discusses the BBC's institutional failures, the figures he believes still face unanswered questions, and why he remains determined to uncover the full truth. Support my guest: https://www.youtube.com/user/MWT579 https://www.williams-thomas.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a rough weekend for Dean Haglund, whose beloved Doberman, Leeloo, is undergoing emergency spinal surgery as we publish this show. It has also been a rough week for the media business where fear over job loss is concerned. In the UK, ITV has been taken over by Sky and several more television mergers, […]

Michael, now Lord Grade, is the most influential and high profile TV executive of the last half century. He's been the head of the BBC, ITV and Channel Four and been dubbed ‘prornographer in chief' by the Daily Mail and a ‘cunt' in a TV flash frame by comedian Chris Morris. (If you're too liberal for for the Mail and too conservative for Morris, it's possible you're doing something right). For Life Goals he brings an eclectic set of goals and music - also comedy - that encapsulate his illustrious career and a life-long love of the beautiful game.   @LifeGoalsTD@theodelaney https://www.theodelaney.com/life-goals-links

Hayley Campbell, Ali Plumb and Naga Munchetty review the week's biggest new TV and streaming releases. This week the trio reviewed ‘Elle', a prequel to the Legally Blonde films on Amazon Prime. In this eight-part series we're taken back to Elle's teenage years, where she's uprooted from her glamorous LA life, and forced to move to Seattle. Next, ‘The Dark', a new detective show on ITV, and available to stream on ITVX. The six-part series is about the hunt for a serial killer in the Scottish Highlands, which has been adapted from the novel ‘From the Shadows' by GR Halliday. Finally, ‘Little House on the Prairie', the latest adaptation of the books by Laura Ingalls Wilder, available to stream on Netflix. The eight-part series follows the Ingalls family as they leave Wisconsin to settle on the American frontier. Remember you can email mustwatch@bbc.co.uk to have your say.

The UK is awash in televisual Mrrahhh Business this week as Sky is set to purchase ITV for $2.13 billion and what better "experts" to weigh in on the subject than three Canadians with a passing familiarity with the industry? Plus a surfeit of Troughton-era goodness in the form of a massive production diary of the era by author David Brunt and a Doctor Who: Legends special featuring Ol' Two himself. We also have blatant foreign election interference as we endorse Count Binface and poorly explain what Ceefax is to the younger generations who do not in any way care! All this AND part one of our Classic Series Commentary for the newly released special edition of "Warriors Of The Deep"!! Links: Support Radio Free Skaro on Patreon 'Doomsday' 20 years on – remembering the final adventure of the Doctor and Rose Sky acquires ITV for $2.13 billion BBC "Discussing" Partnership With Channel 4 in Streaming Race for Scale Doctor Who: Legends – Patrick Troughton available July 16 The Doctor Who Production Diary: The Troughton Years available August 14 Dalek 63-88: How One Director Made '60s Doctor Who Look Like Cinema Big Finish: Doctor Who – The Seventh Doctor Adventures: Fixers available now Big Finish: Dark Gallifrey: The Decayed Master – Part One released Commentary Warriors of the Deep Part One

Meta wants a camera on every face on Earth, the UK government wants to hand-pick what you see on YouTube, and Australia's Prime Minister just told a comedian exactly who he'd sleep with.This week: why Meta's camera glasses only ever worked for creeps until they hired Kylie Jenner to fix that, the UK's new plan to force BBC and ITV content into your algorithm, and Anthony Albanese's now-infamous "shag, marry, date" answer on Nikki Osborne's Bush Deep podcast. Plus: becoming an accidental landlord, a very 30s neck injury, and a genuinely serious question about telling Melbourne's massage parlors apart from its brothels.

This episode is the first in a three-part series examining the lasting importance of the 1986 Tour de France, 40 years on.It's available here for a limited time, as well as ad-free for our Friends of the Podcast subscribers. Sign up at thecyclingpodcast.comIn 1986, Channel 4 – a relatively new station – broadcast nightly highlights of the Tour de France for the first time in Britain.From the opening refrain of Pete Shelley's brilliant theme tune, the studio set with its view of a Soho street in central London, the Tour coverage left a huge impression on anyone who saw it. The half-hour show took viewers on the perfect summer road trip around France. The commentary sounded like it was coming to us from the future. It ushered us in, night after night, explaining this strange sport's history, customs and etiquette gradually before leaving us bereft on the Champs-Élysées until the next summer.In this episode, Graham Willgoss speaks to Phil Liggett, the commentator when the Tour first hit British screens. And Lionel Birnie talks to James Venner, the son of Brian Venner, who was responsible for putting cycling on TV in the UK. James later spent more than two decades working as a producer on the ITV coverage of the Tour.We hear how the Tour captured our hearts in '86, created the first great cycling boom in Britain, led eventually to live coverage of not just the Tour but many other races and also inspired a generation of journalists and writers, including, in many ways our KM0 episodes.This episode was produced by Adam Bowie. Artwork by Lionel Birnie, featuring the old Channel 4 title imagery.

Tim was founder member of ITV's Cook Report team and subsequently spent nearly 10 years as producer-director in Yorkshire Television's acclaimed documentaries department making films for series as diverse as First Tuesday, Network First, Dispatches and Secret History. In addition to making high-profile documentaries through Interesting Films, he has also worked within the BBC, ITV and Al Jazeera.His work has been honoured by Amnesty International, the Royal Television Society, The International Association of Broadcasting, The International Documentary Association, UNESCO, The New York Festivals and the US National Academy of Cable BroadcastingThe Interesting Film Company was set up by Tim Tate, a multi- award-winning film maker and best-selling author.The company is now based around a small core of dedicated film-makers who have learned their craft within some of the most prestigious production companies and documentary teams in British broadcasting: Yorkshire Television, the BBC, Granada and Carlton Television; First Tuesday, Network First and The Cook Report.http://interestingfilms.co.uk/Tim Tate : Conspiracy of Silence (Censored Franklin Cover up Documentary Filmmaker)7 years ago #(censored, #conspiracy, #conspiracy of silence, #cover, #documentary, #edopperman, #filmmaker), #franklin, #franklin cover up, #report, #silence, #tate, #tim, #tim tate, #upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

A High Court judge throws out Prince Harry's privacy case against the Daily Mail's publisher, on every count. Guardian media editor Michael Savage sifts through the wreckage.Also on the show: Sky agrees a £1.6bn deal to buy ITV's channels and ITVX - reshaping British broadcasting overnight. Clive Dickens of The Meliora Company joins us for our now traditional, biannual AI roundup... and, in the Audio Network Media Quiz, we're heading back to Saturday mornings.The Media Quiz is sponsored by Audio Network. Alex selects the music for us to score each episode and she and her team can do it for you too at https://audionetwork.comWe record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIACLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.uk/services/podcast-studioBecome a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.What The Media Club has been reading this week:Prince Harry loses privacy case against the Daily MailPaul Dacre's reaction to the verdictSky agrees £1.6bn takeover of ITV's broadcasting armWhat the Sky/ITV deal means for ITV NewsIs ITV Studios next in line for a takeover?Axel Springer promises AI transformation at TelegraphEngland's World Cup win breaks BBC viewing recordsLudwig recommissioned for series threeMatt Brittin to make Edinburgh TV Festival debutBBC told to review acquisitions after Scooby-Doo criticismBluey gets its first audiobook collectionChannel 4 orders Taskmaster family spin-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever held Premium Bonds for years without winning a prize? You're not alone. In this week's AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, Dan Coatsworth and Charlene Young reveal fascinating insights into Premium Bonds and explain what millions of holders who have never won a prize could have earned elsewhere. They discuss the eye-watering increase in probate costs, a report branding student loans as ‘mis-sold', and what Terry Smith's latest shareholder letter could mean for investors in the Fundsmith Equity Fund. In the markets section, we cover Sky's move for parts of ITV, the latest twist in EasyJet's takeover story, and some intriguing developments at SpaceX. Dan also discusses the market sell-off as Donald Trump says the US/Iran peace deal is over. Finally, AJ Bell investment experts Ryan Hughes and James Flintoft join Hannah Williford for a lively debate on artificial intelligence, its investment potential, and whether the hype is justified. 0:00 Introduction 2:05 Premium Bonds: what millions of savers may be missing 5:19 Probate costs set for a dramatic rise 12:06 Student loans branded 'mis-sold' 18:11 Is Terry Smith reinventing Fundsmith Equity fund? 24:39 World Cup fever and the UK economy 26:34 Sky buys parts of ITV 30:06 EasyJet takeover speculation 31:59 Market sell-off as peace deal falls apart 33:45 This is what brokers are saying about SpaceX 36:20 AI investing debate

In the 8+ years of this pod we haven't invited many guests back for a second appearance - but we knew we had to make an exception for Fern Britton. Small screen royalty Fern is a TV pioneer and a woman we can ALL learn from. Now living in Cornwall, writing her incredibly successful novels and back on our screens with 'Inside the Vets' on ITV she shares her knowledge on coping with children leaving home, how to live without regret and how to deal with unwanted approaches in a restaurant (you'll want to hear this one!)She's always good company so I hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Morgan Gregory is currently starring as Humanity in Hot Mess at The Other Palace.Written by Ellie Coote and Jack Godfrey, Hot Mess premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe before transferring to Southwark Playhouse. The musical has now returned for a limited season at The Other Palace, with Morgan joining the show to star alongside Danielle Steers. His theatre credits include the European premiere of Freaky Friday (HOME Manchester), Percy Jackson in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (The Other Palace), the world premiere cast of 42 Balloons (The Lowry), Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre), Elf the Musical (Dominion Theatre) and the original West End cast of Back to the Future: The Musical (Adelphi Theatre).His screen credits include: Moki in The Power (Sister Pictures/ Amazon), You Bet! (ITV) and There Must Be An Angel (Corinthia Hotel London).In this episode, Morgan discusses all-things Hot Mess, including how his casting came about, why it's such a unique piece to perform and what it's like to work opposite Danielle Steers. He also talks about his path into theatre, playing Percy Jackson and some of his other career highlights so far. Hot Mess runs at The Other Palace until 6th September. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Media Confidential, Alan Rusbridger and Lionel Barber discuss Nigel Farage's resignation in Clacton, triggering a by-election in which he will stand. They discuss Farage's attacks on the press, including on a Sky News reporter. Did reporting around undeclared donations really cross the line?They also analyse the judgment in Prince Harry's case against the Daily Mail, which alleged unlawful information gathering by Associated Newspapers. As the Mail wins a massive legal victory, they discuss the role of editors in these kinds of court cases and disagree over the role of tabloid newspapers.Alan and Lionel also talk about Comcast and Sky's $1.6bn takeover of ITV: what does the merger mean for staff, and for the network's stories? Will it be a good thing for public broadcasting—or not?And they answer a listener's question on climate coverage, in the midst of another heatwave.To read more on the Prince Harry case, click here: https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/74059/daily-mail-victory-prince-harry-hacked-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Sky confirms its £1.6 billion deal to acquire ITV, James Emmett and David Cushnan assemble to consider the possible ripple effect on the UK sports rights market. Are we poised for a new era of creative collaboration and shared production? Elsewhere, there's reflections on this week's conversation with Tony Godsick, Roger Federer's agent, and how working with superstar talent - and the building of stories around them - is changing. And in a troubled week for Fifa and Gianni Infantino, amid suggestions of political interference in the tournament, why sport and politics have always mixed, and what impact, if any, it will have on Infantino's future as President of the governing body.

Adam und Hanna melden sich mit einer randvollen neuen Folge des SJ Weekly Podcasts zurück. Diesmal ist wieder alles dabei, was die Serien- und Filmwelt gerade kopfschütteln, jubeln oder panisch werden lässt. Los geht's mit Amazons nächster KI-Synchro-Peinlichkeit, die so schnell wieder aus Prime Video verschwindet, wie sie aufgetaucht ist. Dazu gibt's Gänsehaut im Kino mit dem „Backrooms – Extended Cut“, während Netflix sich weiter fragt, warum so viele Serien nach Staffel eins einfach liegen bleiben, denn selbst ein Zugpferd wie „Enola Holmes 3“ schwächelt. Außerdem sprechen die beiden über „Minions“ und „Toy Story“ zwischen Kassenrekorden und Jammern auf hohem Niveau, Fanekstase rund um Michael Weatherlys Rückkehr zur Serie „NCIS“ und Sonys nächste Verbraucherschreck-Meldung: gekaufte Filme, die plötzlich verschwinden. Im Award-Bereich stehen Mariska Hargitays Emmy-Moderation und die Nominierungen für den Serienpreis an, während Sky sich bei ITV groß einkauft. Im Reviewteil geht es außerdem um „Dutton Ranch“, „Elle“ sowie um den Filmstart von Vaiana, während „X‑Men 97“ dem MCU zeigt, wie Fanservice in geil geht. Timestamps 0:00:00 KI-Synchro, Qualitätskontrolle und deutsche Untertitel0:08:20 Backrooms und Diskussion über frühe Extended Cuts0:11:40 Netflix: schwächere zweite Staffeln und Probleme bei neuen IPs0:23:10 Kinostarts und Erfolge: Minions, Toy Story, Obsession0:25:00 Sony, digitale Käufe, fehlende Discs und GTA 60:40:40 Emmys: Mariska Hargitay als Host und Nominierungen0:43:10 Sky/ITV-Deal, Comcast und Umstrukturierungen0:46:30 Reviews: X-Men 97, Elle, Vaiana, Dutton Ranch 0:57:30 NeustartsNeuer SJ Instagram-Kanal:https://www.instagram.com/serienpodcast/Hanna Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mediawhore.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediawhore Adam: Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/AwesomeArndt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awesomearndt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AwesomeArndt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Fifa World Cup gets closer to crowning the winner, Campaign invites advertising creatives to review a selection of ads that are celebrating the football tournament.The episode includes Richard Brim, founder and chief creative officer at Ace of Hearts; Carren O'Keefe, chief creative officer at Digitas, and Dan Watts, chief creative officer at Pablo London. Hosted by tech and multimedia editor Lucy Shelley, the guests critique six ads, including the rival Nike and Adidas films, and discuss whether it was a vintage year for World Cup ads.The ads discussed are:Nike x Palace "England x Palace" (in-house)BBC “Let's make it iconic” by BBC CreativeNike Football “Rip the script” by Wieden & KennedyAdidas “Backyard legends” by Lola US Paddy Power “Nobody does football better than us” by BBH LondonUber Eats “Who could cook at a time like this?” by MotherFurther reading:Nike vs Adidas: Who won the battle of the World Cup ads?World Cup 2026 round-up: Snapchat, Deliveroo, Hilton, Asda and moreHow brands hijacked Fifa's logo ban to earn attention and share of voiceNike's 'Rip the script' to become longest ad ever to air on ITVWorld Cup kick-off draws 7.7 million as ITV 'breaks record for commercial success' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dylan Byers joins Peter to make the case that Versant is more than its declining linear assets—pointing to the acquisition of Full Swing, the popular golf simulator, as a sign of broader ambitions beyond cable. Dylan also weighs into Sky's acquisition of ITV, which will make the combined company an attractive acquisition target—assuming they can clear the regulatory hurdles ahead.

Prof Cathy Johnson, a leading expert on public service media who has advised Ofcom and contributed to numerous parliamentary select committees and government investigations, discusses the implications of the ITV–Sky deal for ITV, Channel 4, ITN and Sky News, and what it means for the shrinking group of purely British public service broadcasters. We unpack the government's green paper, “Watch This Space: A New Strategic Direction for UK Media,” and what it suggests – and fails to decide – about the long‑term future of public service broadcasting, including the BBC's charter and funding.We also explore why concepts like prominence, discoverability and amplification now sit at the heart of media policy: who gets seen first on smart TVs, streaming platforms and social media; what counts as a “trustworthy” news provider; and whether voluntary deals with tech platforms can ever be enough. We look at Ofcom's role, the Online Safety Act's definition of news publishers, the pressure on Channel 4 and local news, and how citizens can still influence media policy.To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per monthwww.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership @beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the Gambling Commission's announcement this morning that they will be proceeding with their proposed financial risk assessments, Nick kicks off the show in the company of our political expert Neil Channing to look at how the government are now likely to proceed and when these changes will come into force. Brant Dunshea provides a response from the BHA whilst Nick also has a statement from the Betting and Gaming Council's CEO Grainne Hurst. ITV‘s Matt Chapman is alongside Nick today and shares his views before Timeform give their take on Saturday's Coral Eclipse. We then move on to the racing this week and hear from Paul Curran on the chances of Double Rush in Saturday's Group 1 July Cup and Ian Williams, who has the hot favourite for the Bunbury Cup, Aalto. Henry Dwyer is along to reflect on a disappointing run from his star sprinter Asfoora and touches on whether or not we will see her again on a racecourse, before Eva O'Neill has an update form the Tattersalls July Sale and finally William Jarvis shares who those in the Newmarket area can see on the cricket pitch this weekend.

Following the Gambling Commission's announcement this morning that they will be proceeding with their proposed financial risk assessments, Nick kicks off the show in the company of our political expert Neil Channing to look at how the government are now likely to proceed and when these changes will come into force. Brant Dunshea provides a response from the BHA whilst Nick also has a statement from the Betting and Gaming Council's CEO Grainne Hurst. ITV‘s Matt Chapman is alongside Nick today and shares his views before Timeform give their take on Saturday's Coral Eclipse. We then move on to the racing this week and hear from Paul Curran on the chances of Double Rush in Saturday's Group 1 July Cup and Ian Williams, who has the hot favourite for the Bunbury Cup, Aalto. Henry Dwyer is along to reflect on a disappointing run from his star sprinter Asfoora and touches on whether or not we will see her again on a racecourse, before Eva O'Neill has an update form the Tattersalls July Sale and finally William Jarvis shares who those in the Newmarket area can see on the cricket pitch this weekend.

Following the news that Sky will buy ITV in a £1.6-billion-pound deal, Sean Farrington speaks to John Ryley, who was the head of Sky News for nearly 20 years.Ahead of a summit of NATO members, what could this mean for the health of start-ups in the UK defence sector?Plus, we speak to the Norwegian dairy firm that's shipping hundreds of kilos of cheese to their national football team in the US.

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Esther Smith is our guest on this week's show, talking all things Trying Season 5 (38:15-48:52). Plus we pick through the wreckage of the TV schedules this week to try and find shows that haven't been consumed by the world cup, only to stumble across a Scottish crime drama in The Dark on ITV (58:20), a remake of Japanese supernatural story Human Vapor on Netflix (1:11:04), and the long-awaited second season of X-Men ‘97 on Disney+ (1:22:04). All that, and we even find the time to plan our perfect TV-themed getaways as well.Note: time stamps are approximate as the ads throw them out, so are only meant as a guide. If you want to avoid this and would like the podcast entirely ad-free (as well as 17 hours early, with a second weekly show and spoiler specials) then sign up to Pilot+!

Confessions II is Madonna's first album in 7 years. Novelist Matt Cain and journalist and broadcaster Miranda Sawyer discuss going back to the dancefloor.Sky TV has offered £1.6 bn pounds for ITV's free to air channel and its streaming platform ITVX. Jake Kanter, journalist for the screen industry website Deadline, considers what it will mean for British television. With a new play about Daphne du Maurier - Daphne, The Secret Lives of Daphne Du Maurier - at the Northcott Theatre in Exeter, the playwright Rosie Race joins Samira Ahmed, along with Helen Taylor, author of a detailed biographical guide to her work, The Daphne du Maurier Companion to discuss her life and work. And with last weekend's 4th of July celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of US independence from Britain, actor and filmmaker Tara Gadomski looks at the impact of the cultural events taking place across the country.Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Andrea Kidd

Jim Waterson, Former media editor with the Guardian and Editor of London Centric, discusses Sky's announcement of a £1.6bn deal to buy ITV's broadcasting and streaming services.

Is Taylor Swift the ultimate 'star-fucker'? Why is Katie Price an unstoppable force? Will Sky's purchase of ITV be a success? Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally tied the knot this weekend in Madison Square Gardens, with a select guest list of... 1,000 celebs. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde ask why someone would choose such an insane location, and if they'd have liked an invite to the epic nuptials themselves. Katie Price has been one of the UK's most fascinating, and troubling, British celebrities of this century. We look at her journey from Page 3 starlet to the ultimate reality star in light of the new Sky documentary about her life. Sky has confirmed that they will purchase ITV for £1.6bn. What does this mean for the industry and audiences? Recommendations: Katie Price: Nothing To Hide (Sky) Monopoly Deal (Game) No Name - Wilkie Collins (Book) Live tournament football (FIFA World Cup) The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Lending is subject to status. You could lose your home if you don't keep up your mortgage repayments. Conditions apply. 1996 average first-time buyer deposit based on Office National Statistics House Price Index data. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton & Caroline Kaye Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Sam Psyk Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Why are music fans choosing to wear ear plugs at festivals Frances far right leader Marine Le Pen awaits court verdict Prince Harry and Meghan Will they or wont they, and will we care What Sky buying ITV could mean for your favourite shows Lord Blunkett calls for ethical reset of police leadership Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients Newspaper headlines Kicking up a storm and Burnham plots homes tax raid Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russias St Petersburg What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelces wedding

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A handful of OPEC+ countries have agreed to increase their output targets from August, but the cartel is fighting for its survival after the UAE's departure. Also, A French company is using the River Seine to cool down Paris's buildings. Finally, Sky says it's buying ITV's broadcast channels and streaming service for £1.6bn.

Cancel Corrie? No chance! ITV will remain free-to-air and continue to show fan favourites, such as Coronation Street and Love Island, following a deal to sell the broadcaster to Sky.Both Sky and ITV insist the move will make it easier to compete with global streaming giants like Netflix. And there's a commitment to buy programmes from ITV Studios – which is not included in the sale – until 2034.But what does the deal mean for both viewers and the UK media landscape? And will regulators have questions about Britain's biggest commercial TV station being snapped up by a US-owned rival?Niall Paterson is joined by Sky's business correspondent Paul Kelso.Sky is the parent company of Sky News, which makes this podcast.Have you got a question for Niall? Email the show – why@sky.uk

Welcome back to another episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Jill Scott react to England's victory over DR Congo as Harry Kane's outstanding display sparks one of football's biggest debates – is he England's greatest-ever player?The panel also hand out their England player ratings, assessing who impressed and who still has more to give, before looking ahead to a huge Round of 16 clash against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, where the altitude could prove one of England's toughest tests yet.They also discuss the modern full-back, with Roy Keane questioning why defenders seem unable to stop crosses from coming into the box. Has defending become a lost art?Attention then turns to the Premier League as Tottenham's big-money moves for Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali raise the question: what does £100 million buy you in today's market? The team also debate why Manchester United haven't been competing for players in that bracket.Plus, they react to Oliver Glasner's shock move to Nottingham Forest before rounding things off with another edition of ITV7 and more of your community questions.This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!18+. T&Cs apply.This episode is also sponsored by Saily.