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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 another audio described theatre review.We have a musical comedy made from the finest ingredients this week as the current tour of ‘Waitress' visited the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Nicola Williams. About ‘Waitress'The five-star musical returns, starring Carrie Hope Fletcher“Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie” (The Times) with Carrie Hope Fletcher (Calamity Jane, Heathers, The Addams Family) as Jenna and Les Dennis as Old Joe for one week only! They'll be joined by Sandra Marvin as Becky and Evelyn Hoskins as Dawn.Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the perfect recipe for happiness.Brought to life by a ground-breaking, female-led creative team, this ‘warm, witty, wise and hilarious' (Express) hit features ‘one of the best scores in years' (The Stage) by the Grammy award-winning Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony® Award-winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland).Having received standing ovations night after night in London's West End and on Broadway, Waitress is ‘the real deal' (Independent) musical comedy'.For more about the current tour of ‘Waitress' and details of performances near you do visit the production website - https://waitressthemusical.co.uk(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

In this ITV News explainer, we examine why tensions between the United States and Cuba are escalating, how Donald Trump's approach to foreign policy has fuelled speculation about Cuba's future, and what options could be on the table for Washington.Presented by ITV News reporter Will Tullis, this video explores the historical roots of US-Cuba hostility, the impact of decades of sanctions and embargoes, and the growing economic crisis facing ordinary Cubans.We look at whether increased pressure on Havana could lead to regime change, a “friendly takeover”, further economic isolation, or a worsening humanitarian situation.Featuring expert analysis from ITV News US Correspondent Dan Rivers and Lillian Guerra, professor of Cuban and Caribbean history at the University of Florida, the video breaks down the political, military and economic factors shaping the relationship between Washington and Havana.

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 another audio described theatre review.We have a double bill of new writing this week with ‘Money for Nothing' and ‘Untitled' from the Origins Festival at the Birmingham Hippodrome which showcased new work by eight Birmingham-based artists in the Patrick Studio with description for every performance by Professional Audio describer Julia Grundy.You will find out more about the Origins Festival by visiting the following pages of the Birmingham Hippodrome website - https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/calendar/origins-festival/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

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 another audio described theatre review.This time we have what is becoming a bit of a cult musical as the UK tour of ‘Operation Mincemeat' visited the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with description by Professional Audio Describer Theo Hornsby-Walsh. About ‘Operation Mincemeat'Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It's London's biggest hit with 88 Five-Star reviews, making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. THE YEAR IS 1943 AND WE'RE LOSING THE WAR. LUCKILY, WE'RE ABOUT TO GAMBLE ALL OUR FUTURES ON A STOLEN CORPSE. Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Noel Coward meets Noel Fielding, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II. The question is, how did a well-dressed corpse wrong-foot Hitler?To find out more about ‘Operation Mincemeat' and the UK tour do visit -https://operationmincemeat.com/tour/uk/ (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

The former Prince Andrew, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, is being investigated for sexual offences as part of the original investigation into misconduct in public office, by Thames Valley Police.Our royal experts, Chris and Lizzie, update Charlene on everything we need to know about this development in the investigation into the former Prince.So what does this update mean? How did we end up here? And what might happen next?Subscribe to ITV News on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2lOHmNjGet breaking news and more stories at http://www.itv.com/newsFollow ITV News on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itvnews?lang=enFollow ITV News on Instagram: / itvnews Follow ITV News on Facebook: / itvnews Follow ITV News on X: / itvnews

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 another audio described theatre review.This week we have Welsh National Opera's production of Wagner's The Flying Dutchman at the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Jonathan Nash. About ‘The Flying Dutchman'Lost souls bound by the sea. A ghostly ship roams the endless sea, vast, lonely and unrelenting. Its captain cursed to sail for eternity until redeemed by true love.Senta, captivated by the story of the mysterious Flying Dutchman condemned to sail forever, becomes the only hope for his salvation. Her longing for escape entwines her fate with his in ways neither could foresee.This gripping reimagining of The Flying Dutchman explores the deep ache of loneliness and the fragile hope of human connection. Inspired by the sublime beauty of the Welsh coast, the sea is the opera's canvas, and both a compulsion and prison for its characters. Wagner's orchestrations from the thunderous overture to its haunting arias, become the heartbeat of the story, evoking the power of the ocean and leaving you adrift in its spell.Sung in German with surtitles in English. For more about Welsh National Opera and their access offer do visit - https://wno.org.uk/take-part/access-performances/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda was declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organisation.Ebola is a highly contagious virus that can be contracted via bodily fluids such as vomit, blood, or semen.The disease it causes is rare, but can be severe and often fatal. In a post on X, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said the outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency, like Covid-19, and advised against the closure of international borders.ITV News explains what you need to know about the Ebola outbreak so far.

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 another audio described theatre review.We stepped into the wild this week with a vibrant telling of Shakespeare's ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream', celebrating the beauty of love in all its forms at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description from Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith.About ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream' Bard veterans and newbies alike will enjoy The Rep's return to Shakespeare. Starring the hilarious Adam Carver (aka cabaret sensation Fatt Butcher) and set in the heart of Birmingham where Brummie accents punctuate this much-loved comedy.When a love-struck teenager is forced to marry a man, rather than the woman she loves, she has a few options: certain death, live a lie, move to a nunnery… or flee to a messy, neon party in an enchanted forest!Beyond the city walls, boundaries blur, music pulsates, and love is celebrated. Inhibitions are unleashed and love potions spill into more re-couplings than an episode of Love Island.This night on the tiles also features a feel-good soundtrack of pop music and original songs that will have you dancing in your seats: but maybe Sweet Dreams aren't made of this…? The feisty fairies are locked in their own conflict; the seasons are pulled into climate chaos and the young lovers' moonlit escape from reality loses its shine.Directed by The Rep's Artistic Director, Joe Murphy and Deputy Artistic Director, Madeleine Kludje, step into the wild with this vibrant telling of A Midsummer Night's Dream, celebrating the beauty of love in all its forms.For more about access at the Birmingham REP including details of audio described performances do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

What is the future of newsroom workflows? How are news teams handling the increasing demands of digital and lineardistribution? These questions and more are the focus of this episode.They were discussed in depth by Jon Roberts, Chief Technology Officer of the international news provider, ITN, and Avid's Chief Product Officer, Kenna Hilburn, in conversation with Avid's Principal Enterprise Specialist, Craig Wilson, at the recent NAB Show in Las Vegas.  Our guests for this episodeJon Roberts, Chief Technology Officer, ITNJon leads ITN's award-winning technology division. He is responsible for leading the technical strategy for the company, including the management and development of broadcast and field operations, media and enterprise systems, technical support functions, capital project delivery, and A.I.Under his leadership, the team has delivered a digital transformation through a range of complex projects. Theseinclude transitioning to an IP structure at its HQ in Gray's Inn Road; implementing a new News Production System; building the new ITV newsroom, including its digital-first newsroom studio; creating Channel 4 News' innovative remote studio and newsroom in Leeds; and refreshing full control rooms for ITV, Channel 5, and, this year, Channel 4.Kenna Hilburn, Chief Product Officer, AvidKenna heads the Avid Product Management Team, responsible for the entire Avid product portfolio. As chief product officer, she is focused on turning vision into outcomes that matter. Recognized for leadingtransformational change, building and scaling high-performing teams, and simplifying complexity into clear strategies, she is experienced in guiding organizations through growth and transition while fostering cultures ofaccountability, collaboration, and impact.More ResourcesFor more on this topic, check outAvid Content Core – Discover more about Avid's award-winning Content Data Platform for media productionAvid for News – The news solution powering ITV News and customers across the globeVideo Post Production – Get the latest updates on Media Composer and AI-poweredworkflows Contact UsQuestions? Comments? Cool ideas? Get in touch:makingthemedia@avid.com.Follow Avid at @avid.CreditsHost: Craig WilsonProduction team: Owen Lynch and Wim Van den BroeckTheme Music: Greg “Stryke” Chin

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 another audio described theatre review.This week it was all about the greatest show on earth as Vidar reviewed the current touring production of ‘Barnum' as it visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional audio Describer Jonathan Nash. About ‘Barnum'.Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum's life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights.West End favourite and TV star Lee Mead took centre stage as the legendary 19th century showman P.T. Barnum. Lee shot to stardom with his breakout win on Any Dream Will Do and acclaimed performances in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Wicked and Legally Blonde.This spectacular new staging featured an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 actor-musicians playing 150 instruments, acrobats and amazing circus acts. Audiences are certain to delight at every sight, wonder and miracle that the name Barnum stands for.Barnum first took the UK by storm when it played the London Palladium, with Michael Crawford making theatrical history with a death-defying nightly tightrope walk across the stage. And now, Lee Mead steps into Barnum's shoes and on to the tightrope!Come follow the band with the glorious music of multi-award-winner Cy Coleman, Michael Stewart's lyrics and Mark Bramble's book. Barnum features a whole host of classic show tunes including Join the Circus, Colours of My Life, Come Follow the Band and Love Makes Such Fools of Us All.To find out more about the current UK tour of ‘Barnum' do visit - https://www.kenwright.com/productions/barnum-2026-uk-tour/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

This Deaf Awareness Week, we welcome Samantha Baines to the podcast to explore what it's like living with hearing loss and deafness. Samantha is an award-winning actress, comedian and broadcaster who discovered she was deaf nearly 10 years ago and now advocates for accessibility. Samantha shares practical insights, challenges misconceptions, and explores what meaningful accessibility looks like in everyday life and in education. They discuss: The language that deaf communities prefer (and why words matter). How to make meetings, classrooms and public spaces more accessible. The role of BSL interpreters, captions and lip-speaking (and why "one size fits all" doesn't work). Practical ideas schools can apply. "People just assume deaf equals absolutely no hearing. And actually, it is more complicated than that." Samantha Baines View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Samantha Baines Samantha Baines is a multi award-winning woman. An actress, broadcaster and a bestselling author as well as a business woman, speaker and mentor. She is a proud deaf and disabled person and advocate for women and disabled communities.   Samantha presents on The One Show, BBC Morning Live, Rip Off Britain and BBC Radio London, researching stories with her journalist background. As an actress she has starred in Netflix's The Crown, Romesh Ranganathan's sitcom Avoidance, Alan Carr's comedy Changing Ends, Call the Midwife, Silent Witness or Magic Mike Live (directed by Channing Tatum). She is a voting BAFTA member, and has been a judge National Television Awards and the Nasen Awards. Her personal appearances include ITV's Loose Women, Sky News, ITV News and Andrew Neil's This Week. After seven years of stand-up comedy, two sell out Edinburgh Fringe runs and a UK tour, Samantha has proved her comedy chops but these days sticks to being funny on TV, social media, speaking events and books.   A proud deaf and disabled woman, she is hearing aid wearer, lipreading and is learning BSL. Samantha is ambassador for the Royal National Institute for Deaf people, patron of Stagetext and the author of two children's books with deaf protagonists; the award-winning Harriet Versus the Galaxy (which she also voices on Audible) and Bloomsbury Education book The Night the Moon Went Out as well as bestselling non-fiction book Living With Hearing Loss and Deafness: a guide to owning it and loving it. Samantha is working on a new children's book serie to be announced soon.   A regular on radio stations (yes even though she is deaf), Samantha can be heard on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio London, Virgin Radio, she uses video calls for her interviews so she can lipread.   A professional speaker and event host, she is a TedxOxford speaker and has spoken at the House of Commons, BAFTA, BFI, FCA as international events. She is host of the multi-award nominated, smash-hit podcast The Divorce Social. A 'Times Podcast of the Week', a No.1 relationship podcast on itunes and reaching over half a million downloads, the podcast has won awards at the International Women's Podcast Awards, the British Podcast Awards (bronze) and has had a total of ten award nominations.  ​ As well as being a successful author, Samantha has written for publications including The Guardian, The Radio Times, The Telegraph, Time Out, Huffington Post and Stylist Magazine.    ​Samantha is also founder and director of a boutique social media management company Penguin in the Room and luxury accessories brand Baines London which raises money for charitable causes.     Contact Samantha https://www.samanthabaines.com/ https://www.facebook.com/samanthabaines https://www.instagram.com/samanthabaines/ https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabaines http://www.twitter.com/samanthabaines http://www.youtube.com/user/samanthabaines   Useful Links Living With Hearing Loss and Deafness: A guide to owning it and loving it  Signature deaf awareness course   B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

Labour and the Conservatives have dominated British politics for more than 100 years. But local and devolved elections being held across the UK could be about to change that forever, and potentially mark the end for Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.ITV News' election expert Professor Jane Green has been given access to YouGov polling data that suggests that we might be at a tipping point, where challenger parties like Reform UK, the Lib Dems, the Green Party, Plaid Cymru, and the SNP could be set for some of their best results ever.In this video, we'll look at what this data reveals, how Nigel Farage's Reform UK and Zack Polanski's Green Party could potentially unseat Labour and the Conservatives, and how this all means the future of British politics could be set to change indefinitely.

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 another audio described theatre review.This week Vidar is reviewing an award-winning stage adaptation of one of his favourite books as the current touring production of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird' visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Jonathan Nash.About ‘To Kill a Mockingbird'Aaron Sorkin's riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence became a Broadway and West End sensation with star-studded sell-out seasons on both sides of the Atlantic. Now this thrilling courtroom drama is touring the country.Successful lawyer, Atticus Finch, encourages kindness and empathy in his children, but is pushed to the limits of these qualities himself when he resolves to uncover the truth in a town that seems determined to hide it.Set in 1934 Alabama, To Kill a Mockingbird was inspired by novelist Harper Lee's own childhood and has sold more than 45 million copies worldwide. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature and was long at the top of the banned book lists.To find out more about the current tour of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird' do visit - https://www.mockingbirdplay.com/tour(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

The appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK's ambassador to Washington has led to a series of scandals and resignations, after revelations about the extent of his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein came to light. Lord Mandelson was sacked as ambassador in 2025, after information was published by the US government as part of the Epstein files. Despite admitting to being aware of this relationship, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has insisted Mandelson "lied repeatedly" to No 10 about the extent of his relationship with Epstein, before and during his tenure as ambassador. The PM claimed that if he had known then what he later found out, Mandelson "would never have been anywhere near government". Mandelson has since apologised for his relationship with Epstein, claiming he did not witness wrongdoing in his interactions with the late financier. In relation to his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, the former ambassador has claimed not to have acted in any way criminally and said he was not motivated by financial gain. He insists his priority is to cooperate with police and clear his name. ITV News explores the timeline of events surrounding Mandelson's controversial appointment.

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 another audio described theatre review.  This time we have Shakespeare's retelling of the initial phase of the Lancastrian war, part of the hundred years war as RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey directs Alfred Enoch as Henry V at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon with description by Professional Audio Describers Carolyn Smith and Ellie Packer.About ‘Henry V'From a rebellious, carefree young man to the King of England. Overnight. And now this new king has an eye on the throne of France.   A reckless insult from the French Dauphin offers the perfect excuse for Henry V to declare war. But there's a human price to pay for his pursuit of power and thousands could die at Agincourt.   Henry must unite his country, defeat the French, and prove himself worthy of the crown of England. Does he have what it takes?  For more about access 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 the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Attacks targeting the Jewish community have surged in recent weeks, with synagogues and community centres being hit. Many people are feeling increasingly vulnerable, but what's behind this escalation? And how is it impacting Jewish people?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: David Woode, crime editor, The TimesJosh Glancy, associate editor, The Sunday TimesHost: Luke Jones. Producers: Dave Creasey & Edward Drummond.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Jewish attacks ‘are why state-backed groups must be called terrorists'Further listening: Danny Finkelstein: How the world's antisemites turned on meClips: Channel 4, BBC News, ITV News, Times Radio, Daily Mirror.Photo: Getty Images.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. 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 another audio described theatre review.This week we are back at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre for a bold adaptation of Andrea Levy's multi award-winning novel ‘Small Island' with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About ‘Small Island' Journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey streets of 1940s London in Small Island, a powerful and intimate portrayal of Andrea Levy's multi award-winning novel, adapted for the stage by Helen Edmundson. Directed by Matthew Xia, this bold staging offers a fresh perspective on a world shaped by empire and entitlement, caught between belonging and unbelonging, disappointment and hope.Four unforgettable characters bring this Windrush story to life: Hortense and Gilbert, determined Jamaican migrants in search of belonging and respect; Queenie, an Englishwoman who defies convention; and Bernard, her husband, struggling with change. Together, they discover love across culture, colour and class – and the fragile hope of a shared future.Spanning decades and continents, this brand-new production draws on the joyful rhythms of calypso and the harsh realities of post-war Britain to explore the emotional truth of our collective history, brought vividly to life through music, striking visuals and a compelling story you will never forget.For more about the tour of ‘Small Island' and further up-coming audio described performances do visit the Actors Touring Company website - https://www.atctheatre.com/production/small-island-uk-national-tour-spring-2026/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Tom Bradby is the calm, authoritative face of ITV News at Ten…but behind that desk is a man who has reported from war zones, witnessed history unfold first-hand… and even been shot in the line of duty. He's spent decades right at the centre of global events, from political uprisings to natural disasters, often in places most of us would never dare to go.And then there's the royal family. He's one of the very few journalists to have had real, behind-the-scenes access at the moments the whole world is watching. He was the journalist chosen to conduct the official engagement interview with Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales - and that wasn't just an announcement. It was the moment the world properly met Kate, heard their story in their own words, and got a first glimpse of the future of the monarchy.And then, years later, he was trusted again. This time sitting down with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in an interview that completely broke with royal tradition, when Harry openly spoke about the pressures he was under and confirmed a rift with his brother. Those are the moments people remember watching. Talking about. Picking apart the next day.And now, he's turned all of that experience into drama, with his new ITV series Secret Service - a gripping political thriller that feels so real because it comes from a world he knows intimately. At the heart of it all, he's a traveller. From a childhood spent chasing the sun in Gibraltar and Malta, to ski racing in the Austrian Alps, to reporting from some of the most extraordinary and challenging places on earth… his life has been shaped by the places he's been.Holly's Destination Recap:Raffles London at The OWO, London, EnglandTom's Destination Recap: GibraltarValetta, Malta Gozo Rabat, MaltaMtarfa, Malta Alpbach, Austria Berlin, Germany IndiaJakarta, Indonesia Sydney, AustraliaBondi Icebergs Sea Pool, Sydney, AustraliaBill's, Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia Stockholm Archipelago, Sweden Resarö, Sweden Dog sledding near Kittilä, FinlandNiseko, JapanNozawaonsen, Japan AlbaniaSouth America Secret Service starts Monday 27th April, 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.This episode was recorded at the London Marriott Hotel County Hall.With thanks to…Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.co.uk/hostSaily - Download SAILY in your app store and use our code traveldiaries at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchaseIf you enjoyed this episode, please hit follow or subscribe wherever you're listening. It really helps the podcast grow, allows me to keep bringing you these incredible guests - and it means you're delivered a fresh dose of wanderlust each week And if you'd like a little more Travel Diaries in your life, you can find me on Instagram and TikTok @hollyrubensteinThanks so much for listening, and I'll see you next week. 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 another audio described theatre review.This week we have Malorie Blackman's gripping Romeo and Juliet story ‘Noughts and Crosses' at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About ‘Noughts and Crosses'“Why love, if losing hurts so much?”Sephy and Callum sit together on a beach. They are in love. It is forbidden.Sephy is a Cross and Callum is a Nought. Between Noughts and Crosses there are racial and social divides. A segregated society teeters on a volatile knife edge.  As violence breaks out, Sephy and Callum draw closer, but this is a romance that will lead them into terrible danger. This gripping Romeo and Juliet story by acclaimed writer Malorie Blackman is a captivating drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.To find out more about the current tour of ‘Noughts and Crosses' do visit - https://pilot-theatre.com/production/noughts-crosses/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has told ITV News' Talking Politics podcast that Israel is "wrong" to continue its strikes on Lebanon amid a ceasefire with Iran, saying it "should stop" as a "matter of principle".The exclusive interview with ITV News' Political Editor Robert Peston is the prime minister's first since the establishment of a fragile two-week ceasefire deal made between the US and Iran.

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 another audio described theatre review.This week Vidar and Toby chat about the 10th anniversary of Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes as the 20226 tour visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn.About Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes The double Olivier Award-winning smash hit returnsA timeless fairytale and Academy Award-winning movie, The Red Shoes has captivated audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its powerful tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a fierce struggle between the two men who inspire her passion.Matthew Bourne's magical double Olivier Award-winning production of the legendary Powell and Pressburger film is set to a score orchestrated by Terry Davies, featuring the mesmerising music of golden-age Hollywood composer Bernard Herrmann, with sumptuous designs by Lez Brotherston (set and costumes), Paule Constable (lighting) and Paul Groothuis (sound).An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart.For more about Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes and the 2026 tour do visit the following pages of his company website - https://www.new-adventures.net/the-red-shoes#overview (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

In the weeks since the U.S. launched its attack on Iran, videos from the war in the Middle East have flooded social media, but in the age of AI, how much of it can we actually trust?Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to verify that content, with social media users relying on platforms like Grok and Gemini to confirm that content is real or fake.But their answers aren't always adding up, telling users that videos are real when they're in fact AI generated, or misidentifying content that is actually from the conflict in the Middle East.Mislabelling content can feed in to misinformation loops, and the team at ITV News are working hard to identify what is real and accurate, from what may be fake or even ai generated.So why can't AI always be trusted to verify content and how do we fact-check what we see on social media?

The Justice and Mental Health services in the UK are, as much as they are supposed to for the benefit of the patient concerned, supposed to act dilligently and communicatively in the best interests of the wider public too. One morning in October 2011, 58 year old grandmother of two Sally Hodkin was to find out, in the most tragic of ways, that sometimes, there are failings in these systems...The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of injury detail, and descriptions of mental health delusions, that some listeners may find disturbing or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening in. Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Dad's Lost Tape – Static HorizonGretel – Fire Blooming TreesThe True Crime Enthusiast's Fundraiser For Macmillan Cancer Support References - Assorted articles available from the BBC, ITV News, Mental Health Law Online, The Guardian, London Evening Standard, The Times, News Shopper, Kent Online, Newspapers.ComExternal Report Into The Case Of Nicola Edgington - (05 October 2016): Associate Caring Solutions UK Follow/Contact/Support The True Crime Enthusiast PodcastFacebookFacebook Discussion GroupTwitterInstagramYoutubeWebsiteTTCE MerchandisePatreon Page Remembering Marion, and Sally. Failings is dedicated to them, and their families and loved ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this ITV News explainer, correspondent Geraint Vincent breaks down the race to neutralise Iran's missing uranium stockpile. Deep beneath the rubble of Iran's bombed nuclear facilities lies an estimated 440kg of near-weapons-grade uranium. Following massive US and Israeli airstrikes in June 2025, much of this vast radioactive stockpile is now thought to be entombed underground, and the Iranian government claims it has no plans to retrieve it.With the material enriched to 60%—dangerously close to the 90% threshold required to create nuclear warheads—the United States military faces an unprecedented logistical nightmare. How do you secure nearly 1,000 pounds of toxic, radioactive material buried hundreds of feet beneath hostile territory?

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 another audio described theatre review.This week we have a gripping examination of nation and the beautiful game, football as the current tour of the National Theatre's Olivier Award-winning smash hit ‘Dear England' visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn. About ‘Dear England'The National Theatre's Olivier Award-winning smash hit ‘Dear England is on a highly anticipated tour.It's time to change the game. The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. The England men's team has the worst track record for penalties in the world, and manager Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land.Football and non-football fans alike will be brought to their feet in this joyous, five-star ‘new stage epic' (Telegraph). From multi award-winning writer James Graham (Sherwood, BBC) and director Rupert Goold (Patriots, Cold War), Dear England tells the inspiring, at times heart-breaking, and ultimately uplifting story of Gareth Southgate's revolutionary tenure as England manager.David Sturzaker (Doctors, BBC) plays former England manager Gareth Southgate in this gripping examination of nation and game. He is joined by stage and screen actress Samantha Womack (Eastenders, BBC; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe) as team psychologist Pippa Grange.For more about the current tour of ‘Dear England' do visit - https://dearenglandonstage.com(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

An extraordinary never-before-seen photo uncovered by ITV News shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Jeffrey Epstein and Lord Mandelson together for the first time.The photo is thought to have been taken sometime between 1999 and 2000, before Epstein was imprisoned in 2008 for soliciting prostitution from a minor. It was released as part of the Epstein files.The image shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Peter Mandelson dressed in bathrobes sat around a table with Epstein, drinking from mugs with the US flag on.It comes after a week in which the royal family gathered for the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey. As the King and Queen arrived dozens of protesters chanted at them, “What did you know?”In this week's episode, Chris, Lizzie, Charlene and Russell Myers discuss this new photo, plus what it could mean for the royal family.We've got all the new details about Harry and Meghan's trip to Australia next month, and their recent split with Netflix.Plus, stay tuned until the end for a special royal film quiz.

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 another audio described theatre review.This week we have Chichester Festival Theatre's touring production of ‘Top Hat' as it visited the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Nadine Beasley and Jonathan Nash. .About ‘Top Hat'Based on the classic 1935 movie starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is a sparkling romantic cocktail laced with witty comedy, stunning choreography and tap-dancing brilliance, brought to life on stage with lavish sets and gorgeous costumes.Irving Berlin's irresistible score includes some of Hollywood's greatest songs, the immortal Cheek to Cheek, Let's Face the Music and Dance, Top Hat White Tie and Tails and Puttin' onthe Ritz.When Broadway star Jerry Travers arrives in London to open a new show, he crosses paths with model Dale Tremont whose beauty sleep is rudely interrupted by Jerry tap dancing in the hotel suite above hers. Instantly smitten, Jerry vows to abandon his bachelor life to win her – but the path of true love never does run smooth.Put on your top hat, brush off your tails and let this joyous romantic musical comedy sweep you off your feet!For more about Chichester Festival Theatre's touring production of ‘Top Hat' do visit - https://www.tophat-musical.com/tour-dates

John Irvine, Senior International Correspondent for ITV News, discusses Israel ramping up its military operations in the Middle East with strikes on Iran and Lebanon.

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 another audio described theatre review.This time we have the arrival of the Percy Jackson universe to the Birmingham Hippodrome with ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical' following on from Rick Riordan's best-selling novels, the two movies and the Disney TV series too with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn.About ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical'When 16-year-old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined.With newly-discovered powers he can't control, a destiny he doesn't want and a whole mythology textbook's worth of mythical monsters on his tail, Percy must learn what it means to be a hero.The future of the world hangs in the balance as Percy and his friends embark on an epic adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat.Over the past 20 years, Percy Jackson has become a worldwide phenomenon. First there was the best-selling series of books, then two incredible films and a Disney TV series. Now the adventures of Percy Jackson will burst onto the stage at Birmingham Hippodrome. It's the perfect adventure for gods and mortals of all ages with a gripping story that shows that ‘normal' really is a myth!To find out more about ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical' do visit - https://percyjacksonmusical.com

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 another audio described theatre review.This time we have Birmingham Royal Ballet's revival of Director Carlos Acosta's 2022 production of ‘Don Quixote' at the Birmingham Hippodrome described by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Jonathan Nash.About ‘Don Quixote'In this first revival of his 2022 production Director Carlos Acosta delivers entertainment for all ages. Don Quixote introduces us to Cervantes' famous knight himself, lovers Kitri and Basilio, and a host of supporting characters. As the Don sets out on a quest to track down his true love, with his loyal friend and servant Sancho Panza at his side, he finds himself embroiled in an unlikely adventure of love and dreams.If you like Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty, you shouldn't miss this stunning 19th-century masterpiece, full of thrilling pas de deux, delightful music played by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, and much, much more!https://www.brb.org.uk/shows/don-quixote-202

Meshel Laurie is joined by Australian True Crime's producer Matthew Tankard to discuss the Netflix documentary: The Investigation of Lucy Letby. You can watch this episode and subscribe to our Youtube channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard This episode contains extra content from ITV News, The Telegraph and the Nine Network. GET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

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 another audio described theatre review.This time we have a contemporary dance piece where fearless dancers summon a whirlwind of myth and magic to traditional Irish music with Dance Consortium 'MÁM' at the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn.About ‘MÁM'MÁM is international dance-theatre at its finest. Described as ‘80 minutes of ritualised ecstasy' by The Irish Times, this visionary piece playfully and provocatively takes you on an otherworldly journey steeped in the landscape and culture of West Kerry in Ireland.MÁM sees 12 fearless dancers summon a whirlwind of myth and magic, moved by the collaborative music making of virtuoso Irish traditional concertina player Cormac Begley and European classical contemporary collective s t a r g a z e, performed live on stage.Nominated for an Olivier Award, MÁM has enjoyed sell-out performances at Sadler's Wells, London and across Festivals world-wide. This rapturous production is now on its debut UK tour for Dance Consortium.For more about the tour of Dance Consortium ‘MÁM' do visit - https://danceconsortium.com

There were shockwaves across the UK after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office. His arrest is reportedly linked to the latest release of the Epstein files. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as he's now known, was taken into custody at the Royal Sandringham Estate and later released. Chris Ship of ITV News reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

There were shockwaves across the UK after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office. His arrest is reportedly linked to the latest release of the Epstein files. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as he's now known, was taken into custody at the Royal Sandringham Estate and later released. Chris Ship of ITV News reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Labour Together, the think tank which helped Sir Keir Starmer become prime minister, has been accused of paying a PR firm to investigate Sunday Times journalists. The subsequent report contained personal information and false claims about Whitehall editor Gabriel Pogrund's faith and family background, including the incorrect suggestion he was part of a Russian conspiracy to bring down Starmer. So why did a political organisation pay for a smear campaign against journalists? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Emanuele Midolo, investigations reporter, The Sunday Times. Ben Clatworthy, Whitehall editor, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Julia Webster, Micaela Arneson. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Labour activists paid for smear campaign against journalistsClips: BBC, Times Radio, Channel 4 News, ITV News, Sky News, GB News. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happened when Prince William decided to speak out on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's connection to Jeffrey Epstein? And did the statement go far enough? Listen as Chris and Lizzie describe how it all unfolded, while they were in Saudi Arabia with Prince William. They talk us through how they found out that Kensington Palace, and Buckingham Palace, decided to end the royal wall of silence, addressing the allegations against the former-Prince Andrew. So what did Buckingham Palace's statement on Andrew say? How does Prince William really feel about his uncle, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor? And what are the police now looking into? A reminder, that ITV News have put the latest allegations to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor who did not respond, and when he was previously approached for a response he strenuously denied all wrongdoing.

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 another audio described theatre review.This time we have a very powerful play with ‘Please Do Not Touch' in the Patrick studio at the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Burn.About ‘Please Do Not Touch'“They will tell you that legal and illegal are the same as right and wrong. And I've told you that you only have to sit still for a moment and watch the pieces move to see what a lie that is.”Mason is an activist who explores historic houses on TikTok to uncover the true stories behind the objects that lie within. After an incident with a Somali Afro comb, he is wrongly imprisoned in a Young Offender Institution. Can he find a way to survive this ordeal and navigate how to keep speaking up when everything is designed to silence him?Written by former Birmingham Poet Laureate Casey Bailey and directed by award-winning theatre maker, Gail Babb – ‘Please Do Not Touch' asks important questions about colonial legacy and contested heritage whilst shining a light on the criminal justice system.For more about ‘Please Do Not Touch' do visit China Plate Theatre Company's website - https://chinaplatetheatre.com/whats-on/current/please-do-not-touch/(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

It's been a week of chaos in Westminster, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer fights for survival. The crisis he faces reached fever pitch on Sunday with the resignation of his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, followed swiftly the next morning by the departure of Tim Allan, his director of communications. On Monday afternoon, the pressure escalated further when Anas Sarwar, Labour leader in Scotland, became the most senior figure yet to publicly call for Starmer's resignation. So can his government survive the next week ahead?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: Aubrey Allegretti, chief political correspondent, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Harry Stott, Sophie McNulty.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: With Morgan McSweeney forced out, PM may not be far behindFurther listening: Mandelson, Epstein and the fight for survival at No 10Clips: Times Radio, BBC, The Telegraph, Sky News, ITV News, GB NewsPhoto: Getty Images, The Times, Dinesh MehtaThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. 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 another audio described theatre review.This week we are looking at what might be someones first experience of theatre with two great family shows, Robin Hood at the Birmingham Hippodrome and Aladdin at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre to find out how a pantomime comes to live with AD for an accessible experience that can be shared with the whole family too.About Robin Hood - The ultimate sheriff-busting pantomime extravaganza.Join TV fashionista, DJ and radio star Gok Wan as Gok Scarlet, Birmingham panto favourite Matt Slack as Robin Hood, Faye Tozer as Maid Marion and Matt Cardle as the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham. The all star line-up is completed by Andrew Ryan as Henrietta Hood, Sandra Marvin as The Spirit of Sherwood, and pantomime royalty Christopher Biggins who makes a special appearance as King Richard.With stunning scenery and dazzling costumes direct from The London Palladium, Robin Hood promises all the ingredients of a perfect pantomime: laugh-out-loud comedy, bundles of audience participation, astonishing special effects, and plenty of boos and hisses for the whole family to enjoy.About Aladdin - Join Aladdin on a spectacular quest from humble beginnings to riches beyond his wildest dreams! With a magical lamp, the help of a trusty genie and three wishes, only he can take on the evil sorcerer Abanazar! Can he conquer the cave of wonders and who will win the heart of the princess in the most spellbinding battle of good versus evil!?Join West End leading lady Zoe Birkett (Pop Idol/Moulin Rouge The Musical/The Bodyguard) as Spirit of the Ring, Michael Greco (EastEnders/The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes) as the evil Abanazar and CBeebies' Ben Cajee as Aladdin in the ultimate pantomime adventure for all the family!Returning favourites Tam Ryan (Wishee Washee) and Ian Adams (Widow Twankey) are joined by Wolverhampton's own Sofie Anné as Princess Jasmine, West End star Duane Gooden as the Genie and panto legend Ian Billings as The Notary!

When two boys go missing in the United Kingdom, a method from the US is used to raise awareness, but can it help find the "Milk Carton Kids" Patrick Warren and David Spencer?Thank you to The BBC, The Guardian, The Doe Network, The Birmingham Mail, ITV News, The Train Went Cold Podcast, The Times, In the Footsteps of Killers (TV Program), Georgia Marie on Youtube, Wikipedia, and Websleuths for information contributing to today's case.  This episode was written by Kira McQueen, edited by John Lordan, and produced by LordanArts.Do you have any comments, or a case you'd like to suggest? You'll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com.This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.LordanArts 2026

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 another audio described theatre reviews.This week we have the spectacular musical ‘Miss Saigon' as the current new UK and Ireland touring production visited the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with description by Professional Audio Describer. About ‘Miss Saigon'Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh presents the spectacular new production of Miss Saigon as Boublil and Schönberg's legendary musical is reborn for this new tour of the UK and Ireland.In the last days of the Vietnam War, 17 year-old Kim is forced to work in a Saigon bar run by a notorious character known as The Engineer. There she meets and falls in love with an American GI named Chris but they are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. For 3 years Kim goes on an epic journey of survival to find her way back to Chris, who has no idea he's fathered a son.The soaring score of ‘Miss Saigon' features hit songs including; “The Heat is On”, “The Movie in My Mind”, “Last Night of the World” and “The American Dream”.For more about the UK and Ireland tour of ‘Miss Saigon' including dates and times of performances in theatres do visit - https://miss-saigon.com(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

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.This week we have Tom Wells' magical new adaptation of Roald Dahl's powerful and darkly funny story ‘the BFG' (Big Friendly Giant) at the RSC (Royal Shakespeare Company) with description by Professional Audio Describers Gethyn Edwards and Ellie Packer.  About ‘The BFG'One extraordinary night, a young orphan named Sophie is snatched by a giant and taken far away to Giant Country.There she learns that human-eating giants are guzzling 'norphans' the world over. But she soon discovers that her new friend, the BFG, is different – he's a dream-catching, snozzcumber-munching gentle soul who refuses to eat humans.While other giants wreak havoc on the world, the BFG ignites Sophie's imagination, and they devise a daring plan to save children everywhere. In the end, the smallest human bean and the gentlest giant prove that a dream can change the world.Gather your chiddlers to see Roald Dahl's powerful and darkly funny story, packed full of frobscottle and whizzpoppers. Tom Wells' magical new adaptation is directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director Daniel Evans, whose previous productions include Quiz, South Pacific and Our Generation.There will be a further audio described performance of ‘The BFG' on Wednesday 28 January at 7.15pm. For more about access at the Royal Shakespeare Company including details about audio described performances of their productions do visit - https://www.rsc.org.uk/your-visit/access(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Alla pratar just nu om konflikten inom familjen David och Victoria Beckham. Den äldsta sonen, Brooklyn Beckham, offentliggör för första gången detaljer om familjens såriga konflikt. Vad handlar konflikten om? Hur påverkar avslöjandet den framgångsrika familjen? Har Brooklyn någota att vinna på sitt uttalande? Gäst: Tobbe Ek, nöjesreporter på Aftonbladet. Programledare och producent: Jessica Johansson. Klipp från: Entertainment Tonight, GB News, ITV News. Kontakt: podcast@aftonbladet.se Ansvarig utgivare: Lotta Folcker.

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 a look back over some great theatre shows he saw in 2025 with audio description as well as some highlights of productions that Vidar is looking forward to seeing in 2026.Don't forget to catch Vidar's regular audio described theatre reviews on RNIB Connect Radio or via this podcast channel. (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

Shenmue Dojo Show - Bonus Show - End of Year Review 2025James and Matt embark on a full review of the key news topics from 2025 in this now traditional yearly round-up.2025 was a busy year with S3E announced, THAT trailer and more!Will 2026 be the year of Shenmue 4?Topics in orderShenmue Community & Media Highlights (2025)Jan 6 – Hobby Consolas expresses hope for a Shenmue 4 announcementhttps://shenmuedojo.com/hobby-consolas-hoping-for-shenmue-4-announcement-in-2025/ Jan 21 – Shenmue Dojo Podcast enters Season 5Jan 25 – Unseen Hideki Kawabata character & area renders releasedhttps://shenmuedojo.com/new-and-unseen-shenmue-character-area-renders-released/Mar 1–3 – BAFTA “Most Influential Game” poll opens; Shenmue Figgyz announcedhttps://shenmuedojo.com/vote-shenmue-in-baftas-search-for-the-most-influential-video-game-of-all-time/https://shenmuedojo.com/figgyz-shenmue-pop-magnets-announced/ Mar 24 – Steel Paws released (Dojo review)https://shenmuedojo.com/steel-paws-the-dojo-review/Apr 3–5 – Shenmue wins BAFTA poll (ITV News coverage); rare artwork & design docs releasedhttps://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-wins-a-bafta/https://shenmuedojo.com/huge-shenmue-artwork-vfrpg-designs-release/Apr 29 – Shenmue: Back in Yokosuka (Saturn homebrew) places 2nd in competitionhttps://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-back-in-yokosuka-for-the-sega-saturn-release/May 23–27 – ININ Games tease Shenmue 3 on Xbox/Switch; Dojo interviews Dreamcast PR leadhttps://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-3-inin-games-teases/https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-dojo-interviews-chase-media-relations-director-during-sega-dreamcast-american-launch/Jun 17 – Ryo Hazuki cameo spotted in new Shinobi titlehttps://shenmuedojo.com/ryo-spotted-in-upcoming-shinobi-game/ Aug 11–23 – Shenmue featured in heartfelt Metro article; Shenmue III Enhanced announced & ININ interviewedhttps://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-featured-in-heartfelt-metro-article/https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-3-enhanced-edition-announced/https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-dojo-qa-with-inin-gamesOct 5–27 – Fan mods, Disc Image remix album, Figgyz Wave 2 poll, Dreams of Saturn 3.0 announcedhttps://shenmuedojo.com/ryo-in-crossworlds-fan-mod-by-cifesk/https://shenmuedojo.com/brand-new-shenmue-inspired-concept-album-releases/https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-figgyz-wave-2-could-happen-vote-now/https://shenmuedojo.com/dreams-of-saturn-3-0-release-date-confirmed/Nov 9–29 – Shenmue turns 25 in NA & PAL regions; SEGA acknowledges anniversary after community pressurehttps://shenmuedojo.com/sega-notes-shenmue-turning-25-in-north-america/https://x.com/SEGA/status/1986955500206842212 Dec 4–10 – Fake Shenmue 4 trailer sparks mass global coverage & renewed belief; later confirmed fakehttps://shenmuedojo.com/it-made-me-believe-again-game-rant-shares-incredible-story/Dec 12–18 – Shenmue referenced at TGA (Muppets); Hazuki Dojo recreated in UE5; Dreams of Saturn 3.0 launcheshttps://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-gets-a-namecheck-from-the-muppets/https://shenmuedojo.com/hazuki-dojo-reimagined-in-unreal-5-by-ahmad-z/https://shenmuedojo.com/dreams-of-saturn-3-0-avaliable-now/ Dec 27–29 – Guardian recommends Shenmue; Famitsu notes Japan's 26th anniversary; Shenmue 4 Fan Survey launcheshttps://shenmuedojo.com/guardian-recommends-shenmue-for-cosy-gaming/https://www.famitsu.com/article/202512/61484https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-4-fan-interest-purchase-intent-survey-2025/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvnGvNdVyOcXkYanOfmRoQ/join

Today marks five years since the Jan 6 storming of the Capitol, and nearly one year of Trump 2.0. How has the US president already changed American democracy?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: David Charter, assistant editor (US), The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Taryn Siegel.Read more: What has Trump done? Executive orders that matter — and one you missedClips: The Daily Mail, The Telegraph, CBS, Reuters, The Associated Press, The White House, Fox News, ITV News.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The arguments over last week's budget continue; first chancellor Rachel Reeves was accused of misleading MPs and the public over the state of public finances, then the chair of the budget watchdog, the Office for Budget Responsibility, resigned. So how did this row unfold and where does it leave the Prime Minister?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: Oliver Wright, policy editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Olivia Case, Shabnam Grewal.Read more: Did Rachel Reeves lie — and will she resign? Further listening: Do bond markets rule the world?Clips: The Telegraph, Times Radio, BBC, parliamentlive.tv, ITV News, Sky News.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The inaugural conference of Jeremy Corbyn's Your Party takes place this weekend. But what should have been the coronation of the left's most potent new force has become a shambles. Will they get it together in time to prevent Zack Polanski's Greens from sweeping up the left vote?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: Gabriel Pogrund, Whitehall editor, The Sunday Times.Host: Luke Jones.Producer: Harry Stott. Read more: Your Party civil war worsens before inaugural conferenceFurther listening: Why Britain's left is radicalisingClips: New Statesman / Youtube, Zarah Sultana / Youtube, Times Radio, Channel 4, Canary / Youtube, ITV News, LBC, Socialist Telly / Youtube, Owen Jones / Youtube, Novara Media.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After weeks of trailing, flip-flopping, and media briefings, the government finally unveiled its budget. And while there were no real surprises, questions– both practical and existential– remain. Has Rachel Reeves done enough to save her and Keir Starmer's jobs? And what will it mean for you, the listener? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Aubrey Allegretti, chief political correspondent, The Times, and Rachel Mortimer, deputy money editor, The Times and The Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana. Producer: Micaela Arneson. Read more: This budget may end up dooming Labour's election chancesWhat does the budget mean for you?Further listening: The BusinessClips: BBC News, Channel 4 News, ITV News, Sky News, Parliament.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of the thirteen sub-postmasters thought to have taken their own lives because of the Post Office scandal, only two have been named publicly. Michael Mann was one of them. Our reporter has spoken to his family, former partner and ex-colleagues to tell his story for the first time. 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: Hugo Daniel, news reporter, the Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Edward Drummond and Shabnam Grewal.Read more: The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death' by investigators Further listening: The Post Office scandal: How a TV drama delivered justiceClips: ITV, Channel 4 News, ITV News, Horizon Inquiry. Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.