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This week we've been all over the national media – ITV News, The Guardian, Times Radio... but we spend most of the podcast talking about THAT space trip, someone else's Youtube video, and a chef in a gimp suit. The usual stuff.WATCH TWEEDY'S VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAR9u6zjtwgLISTEN TO DIAMOND MINE: https://open.spotify.com/album/3gjscVqoJHTwhp6p2zZETj?si=2m4Rnk0oSJelKCNGQT8bkQWATCH THE GIMP CHEF: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1EQK783tR5/?mibextid=wwXIfrSupport the showBrought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble is a weekly podcast that gives you a way to wind down with your first beer of the weekend. Dig into craft beer, film and music culture as well as hearing what's going on in the wild world of Beer Tubing.BUY JONNY'S NEW BOOK! SIGNED COPIES: https://www.davids-bookshops.co.uk/products/the-meaning-of-beer-by-jonny-garrett-signed-pre-orderAMAZON: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Meaning-Beer-Jonny-Garrett/dp/1838959947/WATERSTONES: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-meaning-of-beer/jonny-garrett/9781838959944SUPPORT US! Pledge on Patreon and get some cool merch & videos: https://www.patreon.com/craftbeerchannel Check out our awesome sponsor The Malt Miller: https://www.themaltmiller.co.uk/ Twitter – @beerchannelFacebook – http://www.facebook.com/thecraftbeerchannelInstagram – @craftbeerchannel
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews. This week Vidar was off to see ‘Calamity Jane' for the first time as the Watermill Theatre's production visited the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre with description by Professional Audio describer Jonathan Nash. About ‘Calamity Jane'. Gosh almighty! Grab a posse because the whip crackin' musical comedy classic Calamity Jane is a rollin' on over the plains to a theatre near you. Based on the much-loved Doris Day movie, this plumb fancy new production stars the multi-award-winning West End actor and singer Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Les Misérables). Meet the fearless, gun slingin' Calamity Jane – biggest mouth in Dakota territory and always up for a fight. She'll charm you hog-eyed though, especially when trying to win the heart of the dashing Lieutenant Gilmartin, or shooting insults at the notorious Wild Bill Hickok. But when the men of Deadwood fall hard for Chicago stage star Adelaid Adams, Calamity struggles to keep her jealousy holstered. Her heart's a thumpin'... but who for? With the sure-fire classic songs The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), The Black Hills of Dakota, Just Blew in from the Windy City, and the Oscar-winning Secret Love, The Watermill Theatre's Production of Calamity Jane, is directed by Nikolai Foster, co directed and choreographed by Nick Winston and features musical supervision by Olivier, Grammy and Tony Award winner Catherine Jayes. What are you waiting for, you wild coyotes? Whip-crack-away and book now! For more about the tour of ‘Calamity Jane' along with details of dates and times of performances do visit - https://calamityjanemusical.com You will also find details about access at the Birmingham hippodrome Theatre including dates and times of audio described performances by visiting - https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/plan-your-visit/access/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
For many women, giving birth is a life-defining moment - one which they want as much choice and control over as possible.But data shared exclusively with ITV News has revealed that for those wanting to give birth at home, that choice is often being restricted or even removed all together.So why are so many struggling to have home births?Health Correspondent Rebecca Barry tells Lucy Watson what you need to know.
This weeks "Tealey Sayin Something" Episode TwelveOur very special guest joining the boys is Chris Skudder - professional freelance broadcaster, journalist, former Sky News/Sky Sports presenterand correspondent, ITV News, content creator, author, writer, storyteller, podcaster. ...On this weeks episode:Champions LeagueBig Villa SleepoutThomas TuchelChris Skudder shared his experiences covering World Cup tournaments,His new book "Underdogs and Newshounds," and reminisced about Birmingham City FC's history.And much more!....With Shaun Teale, Rob Carless.Edited/Produced by Chris Brownewww.srbpodcasts.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/srbmedia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Chatzzz, I'm joined by Oliver Hodgson, the Managing Director of Platinum Live, a communications agency renowned for its work in PR, media management, marketing, and consulting. Oliver is a media commentator, featured in Business Insider, Sky News, and The Daily Telegraph, and a regular contributor to People Management Magazine, GB News, and ITV News.At just 21, Oliver reflects on his incredible journey of building Platinum Live from the ground up, working with A-list celebrities, handling high-profile crises, and securing major clients in sectors like healthcare, sports, entertainment, and more. We dive into his experience advising clients, delivering exceptional results, and balancing success with challenges.From his early days on Radio 1 with Adele Roberts to speaking on breakfast television, Oliver shares valuable insights on Gen Z, mental health, and current affairs, all while managing a thriving agency.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week we have a fresh new production of Arthur Miller's ‘Death of a Salesman' as the Trafalgar Theatre's touring production visited the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About ‘Death of A Salesman' One of the greatest plays of the twentieth century, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman explodes onto the stage in this fresh new production led by acclaimed actor David Hayman (Sid and Nancy, Dad's Army). This timeless, powerful story takes you on a thrilling journey through the final 24 hours of Willy Loman's life, filled with his memories, dreams, struggles and pitting a Father's expectations against his sons realities. "Powerful and poignant.” For more about the Trafalgar Theatre's touring production of ‘Death of A Salesman' do visit the production's website - https://www.deathofasalesmantour.co.uk And for more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre including details of audio described performances do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week we have a fresh new production of Arthur Miller's ‘Death of a Salesman' as the Trafalgar Theatre's touring production visited the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About ‘Death of A Salesman' One of the greatest plays of the twentieth century, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman explodes onto the stage in this fresh new production led by acclaimed actor David Hayman (Sid and Nancy, Dad's Army). This timeless, powerful story takes you on a thrilling journey through the final 24 hours of Willy Loman's life, filled with his memories, dreams, struggles and pitting a Father's expectations against his sons realities. "Powerful and poignant.” For more about the Trafalgar Theatre's touring production of ‘Death of A Salesman' do visit the production's website - https://www.deathofasalesmantour.co.uk And for more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre including details of audio described performances do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
Have you seen Netflix's Adolescence?It's a chilling, thrilling new four-part drama about a young boy accused of a horrific crime. It's had rave reviews and started tough conversations. But can it lead to actual change?Stephen Graham, one of its stars and co-writers, certainly hopes so and our Arts Editor Nina Nannar has met him.She tells Mary Nightingale what you need to know.--Nina Nannar's full interview with Stephen Graham and Adolescence director Philip Barantini on ITV News's Unscripted Podcast - https://www.itv.com/news/2025-03-16/stephen-graham-and-adolescence-a-pandemic-of-knife-crime-in-our-country
Almost a fortnight after ITV News first reported it, the government has now laid out the biggest shake up of the benefits system in a decade.It wants to get more people, with and without disabilities, in work. It says the changes will save £5n in the next five yearsBut who will be affected and how badly?ITV News Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana tells Lucy Watson what you need to know...
When did you last change your hot water bottle? Have you ever done it?They don't last forever but its unclear HOW long you can safely use it.And with soaring heating bills leading to huge sales, ITV News has learned the confusion is leading to serious injuries.Consumer editor Chris Choi and producer Sylvia Kuczynska tell Lucy Watson what you need to know.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing the Royal Shakespeare Company's current production of ‘Hamlet in Stratford-upon-Avon with description by Professional Audio Describers Gethyn Edwards and Carolyn Smith. . About ‘Hamlet' Grief can play tricks on the mind, even conjure ghosts. But when Hamlet's dead father appears to him one night, he signals murder, not madness. Hamlet's mother has married his uncle, and at a less than decent interval too. As he pulls at the threads of his not-so-happy new family, Hamlet unravels a web of deceit and immorality that leads to the ultimate crisis of conscience. Following their hugely successful recent collaborations on Cold War and Patriots, multi award-winner Rupert Goold (Dear England, National Theatre; Romeo and Juliet, The Merchant of Venice RSC), directs Luke Thallon as Hamlet in this new production of Shakespeare's family saga. Hamlet will tour to RSC partner theatres in towns and cities across England throughout spring 2026, including Truro, Bradford, Norwich, Nottingham, Blackpool, Newcastle, York and Canterbury. Full casting for the UK tour is yet to be announced. For more about access at the at the Royal Shakespeare Company including details of audio described performances of their productions do visit - https://www.rsc.org.uk/your-visit/access (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
Pioneering broadcaster, journalist and author Charlene White discusses the danger of banning books, dealing with grief and loss, and her interest in what home means to others. Charlene began presenting ITV News in 2008 and in 2014 became the first Black woman to present ITV News at Ten. She's also one of the presenters of daytime show, Loose Women, and helmed the show's first all-black panel special, which won a Royal Television Society award and was nominated for a BAFTA. In 2020 Charlene presented the award-winning ITV series IRL with Team Charlene - a mix of short films, animation and music dealing with racism in the UK, and how it impacts the lives of young people. She uses her platform to mentor aspiring journalists, and work alongside various organisations to achieve better representation in the industry. As a writer, Charlene is a regular columnist for the iPaper and has written for the New York Post. Her critically acclaimed debut non-fiction book, No Place Like Home, was published last year. Charlene's book choices are: ** The Jolly Postman by Janet and Allan Ahlberg **Forever by Judy Blume ** And Still I Rise by Maya Angelou ** Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams **A Life Reimagined: My Journey of Hope in the Midst of Loss by Jill Halfpenny Vick Hope, multi-award winning TV and BBC Radio 1 presenter, author and journalist, is the host of season eight of the Women's Prize for Fiction Podcast. Every week, Vick will be joined by another inspirational woman to discuss the work of incredible female authors. The Women's Prize is one of the most prestigious literary awards in the world, and continues to champion the very best books written by women. Don't want to miss the rest of season eight? Listen and subscribe now! This podcast is sponsored by Baileys and produced by Bird Lime Media.
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family. This week host, Geraint Vincent, ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson get up to speed with the latest royal stories from the palace and beyond. This week we react to the launch of the Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix show With Love, Meghan.And the King continues to walk a geopolitical tightrope as he meets with President Zelenskyy.
Eating out of a bin, being shouted at and having to wake sleeping staff.A mother knew her son's care home wasn't right and her secret filming confirmed her fears.ITV News has learned he was far from alone. Daniel Hewitt and Isabel Alderson-Blench tell Lucy Watson what you need to know...
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing Birmingham Royal Ballet's production of Cinderella at the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Jonathan Nash. About ‘Cinderella' Step into the magical world of Cinderella, where Fairy Godmothers triumph over cruel stepmothers, pumpkins turn into sparkling carriages and a jewelled slipper changes one young woman's life forever. This timeless story of love, courage and kindness reminds us all to have faith in our wildest dreams; one day they might just come true. Praised by audiences and critics alike, former Company Director David Bintley's Cinderella is a sure-fire mix of wonderful dance, spectacular scenery, and a cast of characters that include mice, lizards and even a dancing frog – something to capture every imagination. This enchanting fairytale is a glorious celebration of ballet with the tour visiting Birmingham, Salford, Sunderland, Bristol, Plymouth and Tokyo. To find out more about Birmingham Royal Ballet's production of Cinderella including details of the tour venues do visit - https://www.brb.org.uk/shows/cinderella (Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)
Germany's Friedrich Merz has vowed to secure “independence” from the United States following his party's victory in parliamentary elections. In 2023 the Crown Prosecution Service found black people are 16 times more likely than white people to face prosecution under joint enterprise laws, so why is a review only happening now? For the first time, Apple has agreed to withdraw its highest-level data security tool from UK customers after the government demanded access to user data for security reasons.Giles Whittell is joined by ITV News presenter Charlene White, plus Tortoise's Jeevan Varsagar and Patricia Clarke, as they pitch and battle it out for today's top story. **February's edition of the News Meeting Live has sold out! So grab a ticket for our March and April shows while spots are still available! Get your ticket hereWe always love to hear your thoughts. Send a voice note to: newsmeeting@tortoisemedia.com Host: Giles Whittell, deputy editor at Tortoise.Producer: Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Journalist Jenny Klochko talks to Ukrainian people who carry on with their lives under the daily shelling. They joke, dance ballet, paint the pictures, make films, and support their Armed Forces. Because life is stronger than war.Ukraine in its fight for existence gained international support and these people admire Ukrainian bravery and the spirit of this country.The interviews on this channel will help you to understand more about Ukraine, people who support it, more than you can see in the daily news, it will give you the context of historical, social, political and cultural life.----------About:Jenny Klochko is a journalist, while living in Ukraine, she worked for TV and presented the BBC Ukrainian live morning show. After relocating to the UK, she contributed to BBC Panorama and ITV NEWS.----------LINKS:https://youtube.com/@JennyKlochkoPodcast1803 ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------PLATFORMS:Twitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconcurtain/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqmLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Welcome to the Silicon Curtain podcast. Please like and subscribe if you like the content we produce. It will really help to increase the popularity of our content in YouTube's algorithm. Our material is now being made available on popular podcasting platforms as well, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
This episode was originally published in April last year.With young people in Britain and across the world increasingly reliant on smartphones, many teens now openly admitt they're addicted to social media. Could an entire generation be suffering serious and irreversible damage? And is there anything we can do to reverse it?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: thetimes.co.uk/podcasts/the-story Guest: Helen Rumbelow, Times Feature Writer and Columnist.Host: Manveen Rana. Clips: NBC News, ITV News, Bloomberg Technology.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
George Hancorn is a digital reporter with ITV News, and he joined us to talk about his new documentary Young, German, and Voting far-right.As Germany prepares to head to the polls on Sunday, we discuss how the AfD have managed to mobilise German youth for right-wing politics, and what the phenomenon could mean for the rest of Europe.Watch the documentary here: https://www.itv.com/watch/news/young-... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing Welsh national Opera's production of Mozart's ‘The Marriage of Figaro' at the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff with description by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Jonathan Nash. About ‘The Marriage of Figaro' Love, laughter, and tangled affairs It's supposed to be the happiest day of Figaro and Susanna's lives but will their wedding even go ahead? Count Almaviva is determined to seduce Susanna, but will his wife find out? Will Figaro be able to outwit his master, for the honour of his bride? And where does young Cherubino fit into it all? In this captivating tale of love, loyalty and mistaken identities, the quick-witted barber navigates the twists and turns of 18th century social intricacies with charm and humour, and clever schemes which will keep you guessing until the final note. Welsh national Opera's production of Mozart's ‘The Marriage of Figaro' continues on tour until 6 June and for more details about venues, dates and times of performances do visit - https://wno.org.uk/whats-on/figaro (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
The latest extended briefing focuses on ITV News' investigation into how the far right are recruiting and spreading their ideology in Britain.Masquerading as a fitness club lies something much darker. Nazi salutes, swastika cakes and shocking racist ideology.The group hides in plain sight, but what did ITV uncover when they infiltrated their ranks?ITV News Global Security Editor Rohit Kachroo and former Head of Counter Terrorism Policing Neil Basu tell Lucrezia Millerini what you need to know...
Gino D'Acampo is known for his extrovert personality and on-screen innuendos. The Italian celebrity chef has become a regular on UK television with his cheeky chappy persona, appearing on major shows such as ITV's This Morning, Gordon, Gino and Fred's Road Trip and Family Fortunes. However, an investigation by ITV News found the star has been accused of sexually inappropriate behaviour spanning 12 years, allegations D'Acampo has firmly denied. Was enough done to protect junior staff on set, and are D'Acampo's days as a regular television fixture now over? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest quick briefing focuses on ITV News' investigation into allegations of bullying and sexually inappropriate behaviour by celebrity chef Gino D'acampo.ITV News has spoken to dozens of people who claim to have witnessed the TV star's actions, all of which Mr D'acampo denies.Unacceptable, horrendous and distressing - just some of the words used to describe D'acampo's alleged actions.What's been claimed? And what goes into an investigation like this?ITV News' Correspondent Sejal Karia and Senior Producer Liz Little tell Lucy Watson what you need to know...
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with host, Charlene White, ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.Charlene's back and the team discuss Princess Anne's trip to the hospital she received care at last year. We see more of Kate as she goes on a school trip to the National Portrait Gallery. Meghan Markle's good deed splits opinion, and the Taking Royals team plan their holidays!
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing a new stage production of Sebastian Faulks's ‘Bird Song' at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About “Bird Song' Sebastian Faulks's epic story of love and loss returned to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel. ‘Bird Song' tells the story of one man's journey through an all-consuming love affair and into the horror of the First World War. In pre-war France, a young Englishman, Stephen Wraysford, embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down. As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground. Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him. A mesmerising story of love and courage. Set both before and during the Great War. Starring award-winning actor Max Bowden, best known for the role of Ben Mitchell in Eastenders, and produced by the award-winning Original Theatre, who brought you the smash hit productions of The Mirror Crack'd by Agatha Christie, Murder in the Dark and The Habit of Art. Alastair Whatley has directed an excellent cast in a piece that will live on in the memories in the same way as Faulks' novel that inspired it. For more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre including details of audio described performances do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
It's nearly three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began. Three years that have seen countless deaths, untold destruction and billions spent in aid. As our International Editor retraces journeys she's made many times before, how has life changed for the people of Ukraine? And how does the world respond to a war that continues to consume everything it touches?ITV News' International Editor Emma Murphy tells Mary Nightingale what you need to know...
Former IDF International Spokesperson and FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines out of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Rageh Omaar, ITV News' International Affairs Analyst.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/
It's the UKs biggest ever equal pay claim in the private sector.Over 60,000 workers, mostly women, took ASDA to court over claims they were being paid less than their male colleagues.Now judges have agreed with most of them. What's the state of equal pay in the UK? And whats next for these ASDA employees?In this episode ITV News' Depuity Political Editor Anushka Asthana tells Sally Biddulph what you need to know.
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss their time travelling to Poland to cover the King's visit to Auschwitz.
Britain is in a bed poverty crisis, with children and babies sleeping on coats or towels on the floor.One charity estimates just under one million children are living this way, forced to sleep in broken or damaged beds, or share them with others.But despite campaigners calling it an outrage that so many are living in such extreme poverty what's being done to help those in need.In this episode ITV News' North of England reporter Amy Welch tells Geraint Vincent what you need to know.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week it is all about that maybe first live theatre experience as Vidar reviews two audio described pantomime performances with ‘Peter Pan' at the Birmingham Hippodrome and ‘The Little Mermaid' at the Newcastle Theatre Royal. The panto adventure that never grows old! Following a triumphant season last year, and by popular demand, Birmingham's own Alison Hammond returned to Birmingham Hippodrome's panto, leading the cast as The Magical Mermaid! Alison joins Hippodrome panto star and award-winning comic Matt Slack, who returned for an eleventh season as Smee, star of stage and screen Danny Mac as Captain Hook, resident dame Andrew Ryan and Billie-Kay who returnd for a second year as Tink! They were joined by Rhiannon Chesterman as Wendy, and Noah Harrison in the title role of Peter Pan. With amazing special effects, stunning sets and beautiful costumes direct from The London Palladium, Peter Pan takes the whole family on a magical trip to Neverland like never before! For more about access at the Birmingham Hippodrome including details of audio described performances do visit - https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/plan-your-visit/access/ More about The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid is a family show with bangs and flashes, a couple of scary moments, a bit of panto innuendo (never intended to offend) – and some very old jokes! With Pinocchio smashing Box Office records, Newcastle Theatre Royal premiered another new pantomime spectacular with a magical adventure under the sea – The Little Mermaid. Cast included Newcastle's pantomime superstar Danny Adams, Theatre Royal favourites Clive Webb, Chris Hayward and Joe McElderry, returning panto regulars Mick Potts, Wayne Smith, Kylie Ann Ford, and Christina Berriman Dawson and newcomers Christian Maynard and Maggie Lynne, as they dived to the depths of the ocean in an exhilarating and enchanting theatrical extravaganza. Danny plays Danny Crabstix, best friend to Ariel, the bravest mermaid in King Triton's kingdom, who must fight-off the evil Sea Witch after she steals her voice in return for the ability to live amongst the humans, way above the ocean. For more about access and audio described performances at Newcastle Theatre Royal do visit - https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/plan-your-visit/access-information/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss the news Prince Harry has settled his legal dispute with News Group Newspapers as they offer an 'unequivocal' apology for the intrusion into his life.
Never again. Two words repeated each year when the world remembers the Holocaust.But 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz a new survey shows most people think history could repeat itself.With the number of witnesses dwindling, what happens when living history becomes just history?In this episode, ITV News' John Ray and Richard Pollins talk to Cari Davies as they tell you, what you need to know.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing the maybe slightly outrageous musical comedy from the creators of South Park as the current tour of ‘The Book of Mormon' visited the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with description by Professional Audio Describer Theo Hornsby Walsh. About The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon is the nine-time Tony Award and four-time Olivier Award-winning Best Musical which is currently touring the Uk. This outrageous musical comedy from the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Bobby Lopez, the Co-writer of Avenue Q and Frozen, follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. What the critics say A work of genius. As smart as hell. - The Guardian It's hilarious. God have mercy upon my soul. - The Sunday Telegraph You may find yourself with your jaw on the floor - Huffington Post Foul-mouthed, funny and wild. Terrifically entertaining. - Daily Mail For more details about The Book of Mormon including dates and times of performances do visit - https://thebookofmormonmusical.com (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
The fifth major storm this season, amber weather warnings and winds of up to 90mph.An approaching storm from America - and this time nothing to do with politics.So how bad could Storm Éowyn be? Why does weather like this seem increasingly common? And where's likely to see the worst of it?In this episode ITV News' weather presenter Alex beresford tells Faye Barker what you need to know.
Our latest quick briefing previews the blockbuster trial between Prince Harry and Rupert Murdoch's News Group newspapers and answers all the key questions.Why didn't Harry follow others in settling out of court? Who else is claiming against the Murdoch empire? And what could it cost the prince if his risk to go to trial doesn't pay off?Our in-house expert, ITV News' senior producer Louisa Felton, tells Sally Biddulph what you need to know...
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss the Princess of Wales' visit to the to the hospital where she had her cancer treatment.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week continuing the theme of winter tales Vidar was reviewing The Snowman as the production returned home to the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About The Snowman The Birmingham Repertory Theatre's enchanting production of The Snowman has been delighting audiences for over 30 years and is the West End's longest running Christmas Show. It returned home over the festive season to give Birmingham audiences the chance to be part of the magic again. When a young boy's snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve, the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. They meet Father Christmas, dancing penguins, reindeer and crowds of The Snowman's friends, but will they escape evil Jack Frost and get back home for Christmas morning? Based on Raymond Brigg's much-loved book and featuring Howard Blake‘s classic song Walking In The Air, this enchanting live show has thrilled audiences throughout the world since first appearing on stage over twenty-five years ago. For more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre along with details of audio described performances of their productions do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the first of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. Vidar was reviewing mark Gatiss' retelling of Dickens' classic winter tale with ‘A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story' at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith for his first review of 2025. About A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story Birmingham Rep presents a Nottingham Playhouse Production in association with Eleanor Lloyd Productions and Eilene Davidson Productions with A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story. It's a cold Christmas Eve and mean-spirited miser Ebenezer Scrooge has an unexpected visit from the spirit of his former business partner Jacob Marley. Bound in chains as punishment for a lifetime of greed, the unearthly figure explains it isn't too late for Scrooge to change his miserly ways in order to escape the same fate, but first he'll have to face three more eerie encounters. Filled with Dickensian, spine-tingling special effects, prepare to be frightened and delighted in equal measure as you enter the supernatural Victorian world of A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story. Mark Gatiss‘ acclaimed retelling of Dickens' winter ghost story stars Matthew Cottle as Scrooge. “In the hands of Gatiss, Dickens' festive tale banishes all thoughts of ‘bah, humbug'.” - Evening Standard For more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre along with details of audio described performances of their productions do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, in a special edition for Christmas, Charlene White hosts a Talking Royals quiz, rounding up the major royal events of the year.Charlene is joined by ITV News Royal Editor, Chris Ship, ITV News Royal Producer, Lizzie Robinson and guests, Kate Mansey, Royal Editor at The Times and Russell Myers, Royal Editor of the Daily Mirror and ITV's Lorraine.
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince Andrew and the implications his links with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo.
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince William's trip to Notre Dame and the celebration of the life of the late teenage photographer Liz Hatton.
This is Talking Royals - our weekly podcast about the royal family - with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss the Qatar state visit and the Princess of Wales' Christmas carol concert.
This is Talking Royals - our weekly podcast about the royal family - with presenter, Charlene White and ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris joins Charlene to catch up on the Royal Variety Performance, where Charlene met King Charles.
• Get 20% off annual Patreon support for The Bunker in our Black Friday sale. The perfect gift to ask for! Back by popular demand: The Bunker panel edition where we talk about multiple topics with regulars and guests. This time: The Telegraph thinks Jeremy Clarkson could lead a new populist party. Stranger things have happened… haven't they? The intense debate on assisted dying reaches its climax. And the big future news stories we should watch out for. ITV News's UK Editor Paul Brand and Paper Cuts/Pod Save The UK regular Coco Khan talk all it over with Andrew Harrison. The Bunker Panel will return at the end of every month. • This episode is sponsored by Proton Pass, to find out more visit https://proton.me/pass/thebunker • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit. www.patreon.com/bunkercast Presented by Group Editor Andrew Harrison. Produced by Liam Tait. Audio production by Tom Taylor. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tomorrow, MPs will vote on a Bill that, if passed, would allow terminally ill people with less than six months to live the right to take their own lives - a radical departure from the status quo. The debate has split parliament and the public. So, is it a kindness or the beginning of a dangerous and slippery slope?If you or someone you know has been affected by suicide, support and advice can be found with the Samaritans or SANE. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Mark Mardell, broadcaster and writer, Movers and Shakers podcast and assisted dying correspondent, Prospect.Kaya Burgess, science reporter and religious affairs correspondent, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Clips: Times Radio, ITV News, Two Women Chatting. Photo: Getty Images/Times illustration Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, over four years later, a report from the Charity commission concluded that Captain Sir Tom Moore's daughter and her husband had committed “serious” misconduct and had gained “significant” financial benefit from links to that charity. The report said that it had not seen evidence of a crime committed by the couple. The family say "that there has never been any misappropriation of funds or unauthorised payments from the charity's bank account, by any member of our family.Last year, Manveen spoke to Times social affairs editor James Beal about the whole affair. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes. Guest: James Beal, Social Affairs Editor, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana.Clips: TalkTV, Times Radio, BBC News, ITV News, 5 News, You'll Never Walk Alone/Captain Tom Moore, Michael Ball, and The NHS Voices of Care Choir/UMG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is Talking Royals - our weekly podcast about the royal family - with presenter, Charlene White and ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie join Charlene to discuss the Diplomatic Corps Reception and why Paul Mescal met King Charles.Plus, Prince Harry gets a tattoo in the name of the Invictus Games.
Sky Sports Racing's Josh Apiafi joins Emmet Kennedy to discuss ITV News's attack on horse racing following the tragic deaths of three horses at Cheltenham on Sunday. We question why their report was given such prominence on ITV News and why the BHA, Jockey Club, and ITV Racing were not offered an opportunity to counter arguments presented by the activist group Animal Rising. We examine how the Whip Rules represent virtue signaling that has backfired spectacularly and highlight racing's urgent need for a spokesperson capable of uniting the sport to combat false narratives and disingenuous talking points. Josh shares his thoughts on who might become the new CEO of the BHA and explains why racing desperately needs fresh leadership. We also discuss the new David Power Cup jockeys' championship and look ahead to the Betfair Chase, including a strong tip from Josh. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It's entirely online, designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Our listeners get 10% off their first month, so give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FURLONG. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. https://www.proformracing.com/ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone. Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When a baby fusses or cries, exhausted parents may wish they could know what's going on inside their baby's brain. Now, scientists hope clues could come with the help of a wearable brain imaging device. The new technology can track cognitive functions and may one day help identify early signs of autism or ADHD. ITV News science correspondent Martin Stew reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders