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A cosy cottage with warming fireplaces, comfort food, crime dramas on tv: Matthew Sweet and guests discuss art, literature and drama that are comfortable to engage with and how difficulty, a dedication to campaigning or the reading of Nietzsche might disrupt this. Does a theatre critic tell audiences they are in for a thought provoking show? And what role does it play in social and politial thinking today? Our guests include: Deborah Sugg Ryan, writer and broadcaster and Professor Emerita of Design History at the University of Portsmouth. Sir Alexander McCall Smith prolific author of the best selling Number 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. Bioethicist and Fellow of the British Academy Tom Shakespeare Theatre Critic Susannah Clapp. Philosopher and Nietzsche expert Hugo Drochon.Producer: Lisa Jenkinson
Why did we lose Reader's Digest magazine when it is still going in America?The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, discovers what happened to the brand which started over a hundred years ago and became the most widely read magazine in the world. Alongside him is the serial entrepreneur, Sam White, ready to offer her opinions on the business's fortunes. How did a magazine which pinched articles from other publications become so successful? And why did it end up toast in the UK? Sean speaks to: - Sir Alexander McCall Smith, the best-selling author of The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency who also wrote for The Reader's Digest - Richard Junger, Professor of Communication at Western Michigan State University - Tom Browne, a former editor of Reader's Digest UK - Gary Hopkins, a former owner of the business's UK division - Jason Buhrmester, Chief Content Officer for Magazines & Books at Trusted Media Brands which owns the Reader's Digest brand, still publishes it in America and licenses it for publicaiton in other parts of the world. Produced by Jon Douglas. Toast is a BBC Audio North production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. You can email the programme at toast@bbc.co.ukFeel free to suggest topics which could be covered in future episodes. Sliced Bread returns for a new batch of investigations in December, where Greg Foot investigates so-called wonder products to find out whether they really are the best thing since sliced bread. In the meantime, Toast is available in the Sliced Bread feed on BBC Sounds.
Why did we lose Reader's Digest magazine when it is still going in America?The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, discovers what happened to the brand which started over a hundred years ago and became the most widely read magazine in the world. Alongside him is the serial entrepreneur, Sam White, ready to offer her opinions on the business's fortunes. How did a magazine which pinched articles from other publications become so successful? And why did it end up toast in the UK? Sean speaks to: - Sir Alexander McCall Smith, the best-selling author of The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency who also wrote for The Reader's Digest - Richard Junger, Professor of Communication at Western Michigan State University - Tom Browne, a former editor of Reader's Digest UK - Gary Hopkins, a former owner of the business's UK division - Jason Buhrmester, Chief Content Officer for Magazines & Books at Trusted Media Brands which owns the Reader's Digest brand, still publishes it in America and licenses it for publicaiton in other parts of the world. Produced by Jon Douglas. Toast is a BBC Audio North production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. You can email the programme at toast@bbc.co.ukFeel free to suggest topics which could be covered in future episodes. Sliced Bread returns for a new batch of investigations in December, where Greg Foot investigates so-called wonder products to find out whether they really are the best thing since sliced bread. In the meantime, Toast is available in the Sliced Bread feed on BBC Sounds.
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Neelkanth Mishra, renowned economist and strategist, as we delve into the dynamic world of India's deep tech sector. In this episode, we explore the evolving deep tech ecosystem in India, discussing its growth, challenges, and opportunities. We also examine India's Research and Development (R&D) landscape, comparing it with the US and China's deep tech sectors to identify key learnings and areas for improvement. Neelkanth Mishra shares his expertise, providing valuable insights into India's emerging deep tech landscape. Resource List - The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency, Book by Alexander McCall Smith - https://amzn.in/d/g03qyWt More about India's 3 stage Nuclear Program - https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/indias-3-stage-nuclear-program-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-1709567184-1 Against All Odds, Book by Kris Gopalakrishnan, N Dayasindhu, and Krishnan Narayanan - https://amzn.in/d/7DP1Mmw More about IN-SPACe - https://www.inspace.gov.in/inspace Endless Frontier, Book by G. Pascal Zachary - https://amzn.in/d/egGVgHx Invisible China, Book by Scott Rozelle and Natalie Hell - https://amzn.in/d/fWnTkSN SEMICON India Website - https://www.semiconindia.org/ More about National Quantum Mission - https://dst.gov.in/national-quantum-mission-nqm More about Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) - https://dst.gov.in/anusandhan-national-research-foundation-anrf About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com
Sherwood writer James Graham argues that TV has a problem with working class representation, both in front of and behind the screen, as he delivers this year's MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival. Sherwood Series 2 starts on BBC1 on Sunday. Alexander McCall Smith, best-selling author of The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, on his new stand alone novel set in Edinburgh, The Winds from Further West.Kirsty looks at the growing interest in the Scottish artist Wilhemina Barns Graham. She is joined by Scottish art expert Alice Strang and film-maker Mark Cousins, whose documentary about the modernist pioneer, A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things, is at the Edinburgh Film Festival before nationwide release. A new children's book is also published this week: Wilhemina Barns-Graham, written by Kate Temple and illustrated by Annabel Wright. Presenter: Kirsty Wark Producer: Timothy Prosser
Today's Read On features three very distinctive voices, Adjoa Andoh on being the voice of the Number 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Derek Jacobi on bringing characters to life off the page and we get a masterclass in narration from Martin Jarvis. All that plus some new books available in audio from RNIB.
1:00 - Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire by J. K. Rowling3:34 - Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton8:05 - Chaos Walking Trilogy by Patrick Ness8:56 - I'm Thinking Of Ending Things by Iain Reid20:36 - Love At The Laundromat by Rona S. Zable22:24 - Dive Series by Gordon Korman23:23 - Stonebrook Cottage by Carla Neggers 24:46 - The Boyfriend Club by Janet Quin-Harkin25:40 - Fifty-fifty by James Patterson and Candice Fox26:12 - The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett27:27 - The Babysitter Club Book Series by Ann M. Martin28:44 - A Friend Of The Flock by Dr. John McCormack29:50 - Fields And Pastures New: My First Year As A Country Vet by Dr. John McCormack31:17 - The Hobbit And The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy by J. R. R. TolkienUnder The Dome by Stephen KingThe Dark Tower Series by Stephen KingThe Andromeda Strain by Michael CrichtonWhiteout by Ken FollettPax Series by Sara PennypackerKing Of Scars Duology by Leigh BardugoThe Long Way To A Small Angry Planet by Becky ChambersCrave Series by Tracy WolffA Court Of Silver Flames by Sarah J. MaasBefore We Say Goodbye by Toshikazu KawaguchiOnce There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghyDune Series by Frank Herbert + Reading Dune PodcastRedwall Series by Brian JacquesEarth Abides by George R. StewartThe Convenient Wife by Betty NeelsThe Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei54:11 - In The Market For Murder by T. E. Kinsey54:40 - The Mummy Case by Elizabeth Peters 55:00 - The Fires Of Heaven by Robert Jordan 59:29 - The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith1:02:39 - Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling1:04:06 - Crave by Tracy WolffSupport the showBe sure to keep yourself Happily Booked! We are Amazon Affiliates, Any link you find available above will redirect you to Amazon. We earn from qualifying purchases with these links. Becky's Homestead Etsy Page: bobwhitehomestead.etsyInstagram/ TikTok - happilybookedpodcastFacebook - Happily Booked PodcastLikewise - BrookeBatesHappilyBookedGoodreads - Brooke Lynn Bates Storygraph - brookebatesratesbooks / magbeck2011 THE Sideways Sheriff - Permanent Sponsor Insta/ TikTok - Sideways_sheriffFacebook - Sideways SheriffYoutube - Sideways Sheriff
Klueless Kathy is a new case for her own True Crime Podcast. A case she has made out of thin air. Branching out from her No.2 Ladies Detective Agency, she feels she can crack the case! Also, buy your copy of The Tales of Grasmere Valley today! Volumes 1-5 Volume 6-10 Volume 11-15 Volumes 16-20 Volumes 21-25 Volume 26-30 Volume 31-35 Volume 36-40 Volume 41-45 Volume 46-50 Acoustic/Folk Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/acoustic-folk-instrume... Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/YKdXVnaHfo8 "Marty Gots a Plan" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Warmly welcome dear Mma Ramotswe podcast listeners and fans of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency novel series. In this episode we meet the National Director of SOS Children's Villages Mr Kitso Motshwari. SOS Children Villages is a world known NGO giving orphans and vulnerable children a home. One of their children's home is a role model for the No. 1 novel series Orphan farm where Mma Potakwane is the patron - regarded by Mma Ramotswe as her best and most wise friend. Now please join us and listen to what Mr Kitso has to say about the No. 1 novel series and it's impact on the SOS Children's Villages in Botswana. This interview is made by Mats Ögren Wanger - a good friend of Sir Alexander McCall Smith and a true lover of Botswana. You are welcome to email him if you have any questions on mowanamedia@gmail.com Music: Mikael Rosen, Introduction: Ednah Rosen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mma-ramotswe-podcast/message
Recorded on January 7, 2024 Book talk starts at 13:26 Our annual Fall Sweater KAL is almost over! Stay tuned for our next KAL which will be announced in Episode 280. Virtual Knitting Group via Zoom EVENTS Tracie and Barb will be at: Northern California Knitting Retreat (fondly known as "NoCKRs) April 25. - 28, 2024 KNITTING Tracie finished: NOT ONE DAMN THING Barb Finished: Donner by Elizabeth Doherty. Using Knit Picks Lindy Chain in the Sage Brush colorway Tracie is Working on: Jen by Josée Paquin in Marianated Yarns Scrumptious HT in Sea of Glass and Indigo Bunting, Laneras Barefoot in Coral and Invictus Yarns Unconquerable Sole BFL in the Powerful colorway Socks to match my Archer in Dizzy Blonde Studios Dizzy Color in Delete and Lisa Souza Dyeworks Deluxe Sock! in Cornflower Tracie has cast-on: Fresh Favorite Tee by Chirsten Clement Designs in Queen City Yarn Coleman in the Maple colorway Fiddly Bits Cowl by Jana Pihota using fingering scraps Barb working on: Colourwheel DK 1 Ball Scarf by Sirdar, using a Sirdar Colourwheel in the Follow the Rainbow Colorway Bankhead Hat #25 by Susie Gourley, using Berroco Vintage in the Forest colorway Barb has cast on: Cheeky Cables Socks by Mary Lukas using Universal Yarns Zesty Sock in the Pearl colorway Velvet Pullover by Claudia Quintinilla/Ewe Knit Toronto, using Serendipidye Kings Mountain Fingering in the Piccadilly colorway, Invictus Yarn Adventure in the Don't Look Under the Lilacs colorway, Invictus Yarns Master of my Feet in the Adagio and the Bobby color ways BOOKS Tracie has read: The Lazarus Files: A Cold Case Investigation by Matthew Gough - 4 stars Keep it in the Family by John Mars - 4 stars Drop City by TC Boyle - 5 stars Barb has read: A Good Neighborhood by Therese Anne Fowler - 3 stars Thin Air by Michelle Paver - 4 stars To the Land of Long-Lost Friends: No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency #20 by Alexander McCall Smith - 4 stars The Hypnotist (Joona Linna #1) by Lars Kempler
Nanny Prescot is on a missing to find out who sent her a mysterious Christmas card and she is lumped with The No.2 Ladies Detective Agency to solve the case. Volume 51 Deluxe Edition is out now!!!!! Buy it today!!!! Also, buy your copy of The Tales of Grasmere Valley today! Volumes 1-5 Volume 6-10 Volume 11-15 Volumes 16-20 Volumes 21-25 Volume 26-30 Volume 31-35 Volume 36-40 Volume 41-45Volume 46-50 Acoustic/Folk Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/acoustic-folk-instrume... Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/YKdXVnaHfo8 Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license "Marty Gots a Plan" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Lucero Macías (La Recomelona), Oscar Murra, Adrian Murra y Fernando Veloz hablan de todo que ver con la comida dentro y fuera de la cultura pop. Hablaremos de: Comer, Rezar, Amar, Ratatouille, El Chef, El Menu, Un viaje de diez metros, Gordon Ramsey, Top Chef, MasterChef, Micro-hornito, Como Agua Para Chocolate, The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Julie y Julia, Hierve, Cooked, Midnight Dinner. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/todo-que-ver-mex/message
Greetings Glocal Citizens! For this week's episode I found myself in a hidden gem of a community in East London with a not so hidden gem in the European investment space, Eric Collins. Eric, born an raised in the southern United States, has called London home for the nearly 10 years. He is a serial entrepreneur, investor, technology executive and host of Channel 4 business show, The Money Maker (https://www.themoneymaker.com), which is based on the highly successful US show The Profit on CNBC. Eric has spent much of his career building the value of digital companies through innovative strategies at public and private companies including AOL, TimeWarner, Tegic/Nuance Communications, MobilePosse, SwiftKey/Microsoft and most recently, Touch Surgery, where he was COO. He sits on the boards of companies in San Francisco and London, including Tech Nation. In 2011, President Obama, a fellow Harvard Law School classmate, appointed him to the Small Business Administration's Council on Underserved Communities (https://www.sba.gov/article/2021/jun/22/sba-reconvenes-council-underserved-communities). Eric is also a brand ambassador for luxury car manufacturer, Audi, and the youth charity The Prince's Trust. In 2018, The Financial Times named him among the UK's top 100 BAME leaders in technology. Since 2019, he has been voted one of the most influential Black people in Britain on The Powerlist. In his award-winning book, We Don't Need Permission: How Black Business Can Change Our World (Penguin) (https://a.co/d/0LaTaq1), Eric argues investing in Black and underrepresented entrepreneurs is the surest, fastest socio-economic game changer there is. And with his work as a Founder and CEO of Impact X Capital (https://www.impactxcapital.com) we believe him! Where to find Eric? www.impactxcapital.com (https://www.impactxcapital.com/team/) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdcollinsba/) On X (https://twitter.com/EricDCollins) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/eric_dcollins/) What's Eric reading? J. Califoria Cooper (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._California_Cooper) What's Eric watching? Purlie Victorious (https://purlievictorious.com) The Lehman Trilogy (https://thelehmantrilogy.com) Other topics of interest: Revisit fellow Glocal Citizen Natasha Moore (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/natasha-d-moore) Greensboro, North Carolina (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greensboro,_North_Carolina) Tuskegee University (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuskegee_University) Bennett College (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bennett_College) North Carolina A&T State University (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Carolina_A%26T_State_University) On Charles Blow's The Devil You Know (https://www.npr.org/2021/01/26/960665185/charles-blow-s-the-devil-you-know-is-a-black-power-manifesto-for-our-time) Roger Fisher's Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving (https://a.co/d/eLdAHtX) On the Black Power Movement (https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/foundations-black-power) About the inaugural SBA Council on Underserved Communities and Chair, Cathy Hughes (https://afro.com/15-appointed-to-advisory-council-on-underserved-communities/) Audra McDonald & Brian Stokes Mitchell Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' From RAGTIME (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxAIxaEIc6U) First Black Mayor of Charlotte Harvey Gantt (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_Gantt) Former Governor of Virgina Douglas Wilder (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douglas_Wilder) GiveBLACK (https://www.giveblackuk.org) About Ric Lewis (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ric_Lewis) No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_No._1_Ladies%27_Detective_Agency_(TV_series)) About Marshmallow (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59051679) Special Guest: Eric Collins.
Author of over 50 books, Alexander McCall Smith is probably best known for his 'No 1 Ladies Detective Agency' series of novels. Author of over 50 books, Alexander McCall Smith is probably best known for his 'No 1 Ladies Detective Agency' series of novels. Author of over 50 books, Alexander McCall Smith is probably best known for his 'No 1 Ladies Detective Agency' series of novels.
Hosts: Rachel Langston & Becca Jenkins Guests: Linda Atchison & Amy Turnbow Daniel 3 "The Chosen" Series Job 38-42 "A Few Good Men" Movie Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? by Philip Yancey Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Alexander McCall Smith, Author The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Ephesians 3:17-18 Isaiah 43 Luke 1:46 John 17:3 Deuteronomy 8:2 Romans 8 Psalm 103 Dawson Women's Ministry - Facebook Page / Instagram Kristen Torres, Minister of Spiritual Development - ktorres@dawsonchurch.org or 205-871-7324 Recording Date: February, 2022
Hosts: Rachel Langston & Becca Jenkins Guests: Linda Atchison & Amy Turnbow Daniel 3 "The Chosen" Series Job 38-42 "A Few Good Men" Movie Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? by Philip Yancey Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Alexander McCall Smith, Author The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Ephesians 3:17-18 Isaiah 43 Luke 1:46 John 17:3 Deuteronomy 8:2 Romans 8 Psalm 103 Dawson Women's Ministry - Facebook Page / Instagram Kristen Torres, Minister of Spiritual Development - ktorres@dawsonchurch.org or 205-871-7324 Recording Date: February, 2022
Hosts: Rachel Langston & Becca Jenkins Guests: Linda Atchison & Amy Turnbow Daniel 3 "The Chosen" Series Job 38-42 "A Few Good Men" Movie Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? by Philip Yancey Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Alexander McCall Smith, Author The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Ephesians 3:17-18 Isaiah 43 Luke 1:46 John 17:3 Deuteronomy 8:2 Romans 8 Psalm 103 Dawson Women's Ministry - Facebook Page / Instagram Kristen Torres, Minister of Spiritual Development - ktorres@dawsonchurch.org or 205-871-7324 Recording Date: February, 2022
We debate Alan Yang's Forever (**spoilers** from ~1:40-6:09), and Meg finally watches Laurs' beloved Prince of Darkness. We discuss our personal ‘sh*t shows' and speculate wildly about the plots of the rare sector of TV we will NEVER watch. Plus, we pitch a film noir about the dark side of job sharing!Discussed in this episode:Forever Haunting of Hill HousePrince of DarknessShamelessHandmaid's TaleTremeCriminal MindsSupernaturalParker PoseyIndya MoorePoseLight SleeperThe Gospel According to AndréThe CompanyDrop us a line at storyboredpod@gmail.com or via Instagram @storyboredpodcast or Twitter @storybored_pod.Logo photo: Alexis PaschalIntro: electro pop melody to remember 001 by Frankum & Frankumjay / (CC BY 3.0)Outro: techno pop ambience-piano loop by Frankum & Frankumjay / (CC BY 3.0)Additional clips: Oldskool video jingle by jobro / (CC BY-NC 3.0) & VHS Casette by Npeo / (CC BY 3.0)
Why do we love mysteries so much? Why is fiction so important? And who are our favorite female detectives? Today I'm talking all of that and more with my friend, Patricia Raybon. ist who writes about faith and mystery, and she's also on the (in)courage writing team with me. And, as you'll hear in this episode, she has a lot to share with us about writing in general and mysteries in particular. That's right. We're talking about mysteries this week—specifically ones solved by female detectives. It's a fun one, friends! And, because this is The Couch, where rabbit trails and side notes are always welcome, we also get into Netflix binges, romance novels, and nineties music. So, get ready, because we're starting now! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Nancy Drew Her Royal Spyness series by Rhys Bowen Kinsey Millhone series by Sue Grafton The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series by Alexander McCall Smith Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich Miss Marple Mysteries by Agatha Christie Miss Fortune Mysteries by Jana DeLeon Blanche White Mysteries by Barbara Neely Charlotte Holmes series by Brittany Cavallaro American Girl History Mysteries Hannah Swensen Mysteries by Joanna Fluke ALSO MENTIONED: The Ravenous Brain Story by Robert McKee Save the Cat James Scott Bell Why We're Addicted to Mysteries (Salon.com) NOT-SO-GUILTY PLEASURES: Bridgerton on Netflix The Bridgerton books by Julia Quinn Nineties music (don't sleep on this playlist!) DON'T FORGET: Join The Couch on Facebook! It's so much fun! Find Patricia on her website and order her new book, All That Is Secret, today! And, of course, you can find me on Instagram at @marycarver or at marycarver.com. Welcome to The Couch! This post includes affiliate links. This means that if you click and purchase, I might receive a small commission at no extra charge to you.
Episode 72 August 19, 2021 On the Needles 2:57 ALL KNITTING LINKS GO TO RAVELRY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. Please visit our Instagram page @craftcookreadrepeat for non-Rav photos and info Edie by Isabell Kraemer, Hue Loco Merino Sock in Eclipse--DONE!! Hide and Peak by Maxim Cyr, Farmer's Daughter for Starlight Knitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink) and Piikuni (reddish brown? Brownish red?) On the Easel 13:57 Still Here Still Life sketchbook studies. Filled a sketchbook (here's a blank version if you're in the market). Started a new sketchbook (also a link—love the white paper stock!) On the Table 16:42 Summer pilau from East Summer cobbler from DALS Ice cream with a borrowed machine! Corn Cookies from Momofuku's Milk Bar Chicken Cacciatore Artichoke & white bean flatbreads (the awesome Arcangeli Market in Pescadero that I reference). On the Nightstand 35:44 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate! You can visit our shop to find books we've talked about or click on the links below. The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you! Declaration of the Rights of Magicians by H. G. Parry Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley Gods, Monsters and the Lucky Peach by Kelly Robson The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Leave the World Behind by Alam Rumaan The Cruelest Month by Louise Penny (audio) Dune by Frank Herbert One Two Three by Laurie Frankle Bingo Starts friday evening may 28, ends Sept 6 Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry Double batch-- cobbler for family Borrowed book AND everyone has read-- mom's copy of No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Double batch—oatmeal choc chippers for a reunion. New Technique— Derwent inktense blocks on still life background. Read an award winner—Dune won the 1966 Nebular Award for Best Novel. Novel about disability—One Two Three
Welcome back to You Heard it Here First. As usual, we're bringing you even more superb recommendations. Are you on the hunt for something to help you get your life together? Or perhaps you're after some 19th-century history with a humorous twist? This episode has got you covered on both counts. We're also reviewing a bestselling parenting book to help you decide if it's worth the hype. And things get a little dark and sinister as we discuss a chilling psychological thriller with author Jo Spain.In this series, we share lots of our recommendations, but we also want to hear from you! Tell us about your favourite audiobook and be featured on the show – just email YHIHF@audible.co.uk. Send us a voice note or type it out, whichever you prefer! Follow and chat to us on Instagram and Twitter @YHIHFpod Here are the recommendations from this episode:Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Americanah-Audiobook/B00C78HUV0Sista Sister by Candice Brathwaite https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Sista-Sister-Audiobook/1529415306 Raj! by Meera Syal and Mark Evans https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Raj-Podcast/B095DBR413The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did) by Philippa Perry https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/The-Book-You-Wish-Your-Parents-Had-Read-and-Your-Children-Will-Be-Glad-That-You-Did-Audiobook/0241398304The Last Thing to Burn by Will Dean https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/The-Last-Thing-to-Burn-Audiobook/1529307066Dirty Little Secrets by Jo Spain https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Dirty-Little-Secrets-Audiobook/1787474291Laura Whitmore's Audible Session https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Laura-Whitmore-Audiobook/B08Y5Y5Z25No One Can Change Your Life Except for You by Laura Whitmore https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/No-One-Can-Change-Your-Life-Except-for-You-Audiobook/1398701718No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series by Alexander McCall Smith https://www.audible.co.uk/series/The-No-1-Ladies-Detective-Agency-Audiobooks/B00HS4VSDO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Prolific author Alexander McCall Smith joins Nihal Arthanayake to share tales from behind his impressive body of work. In this episode, the ever-curious Alexander McCall Smith tells of his affection for Botswana, and its important role as the backdrop to his much-loved series, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, gives due respect to the surprises of an author's subconscious mind, and waxes lyrical about the Celtic art that inspired the story behind one of the fascinating objects he's brought with him. #PenguinPodcastThe No 1 Ladies Detective Agency is available on audiobook here: https://www.audiobooks.co.uk/audiobook/no-1-ladies-detective-agency-bbc-radio-casebook-vol-1-eight-bbc-radio-4-full-cast-dramatisations/324032 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
As Casting Director, Richard has worked on Ken Loach's Bread and Roses, Christopher Guest's For Your Consideration and A Mighty Wind, Gravity, Zero Dark Thirty, On The Road, Hell or High Water, Reed Morano's Meadowland, and an upcoming live action version of Lady and the Tramp. He was an Emmy winner for HBO's Game Change as well as a three-time Emmy nominee for Recount, Temple Grandin and the series Curb Your Enthusiasm. Other work for television includes Married, The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency, and Scream Queens. Richard has worked on a variety of independent projects over the years like Permanent Midnight, Charlie Bartlett, Citizen Gangster, Stockholm, Pennsylvania, Weightless, Alex Strangelove, O.G., and The Mustang. More recently, Richard casted The Stand In, starring Drew Barrymore for Jamie Babbit and, Together Together, for Nikole Beckwith, starring Patti Harrison and Ed Helms.
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We love sharing your stories so this week we have more "My First Time" industry experiences. Tammy Reese shares her first time covering the Academy Awards as a member of the media and January Green narrates Fran Montagnino's story about the first time she went to a Broadway show and how it inspired her to be part of the entertainment community. In the Women Crush Wednesdays Spotlight, Leah Curney tells us why Mellini Kantayya is crushing it. Hosts Kelsey Marsh and Janine McGoldrick discuss Mellini's Washington Post OpEd entitled Hank Azaria Apologized for Playing Apu on ‘The Simpsons.’ I Accept and recommend the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and BBC's Line of Duty. Special thanks to Elspeth Collard, the creator our podcast theme. Social Media & Weblinks: NYWIFT: Twitter @NYWIFT / IG @NYWIFT / #nywift Mellini: Twitter @mellinikantayya / IG @mellinikantayya / Actor, Writer, Whatever Tammy: Twitter - @TammyReeseMedia @VisionaryMinds2 / Insta - @TammyReeseMedia @Visionarymindsnys Fran: The Wiz "Home" Stephanie Mills, Rosie O'Donnell / Stephanie Mills show stopping finale 1975 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
A tenacious entrepreneur finds herself facing one heartbreak after another. Down but not defeated, she puts her inherent skills to use by launching a detective agency. Her cases start with awol husbands, con-men, and disobedient daughters, but when a local child goes missing, her abilities are put to the test. Does she have what it takes when it counts? The detective? Mma Ramotswe The book: THe no. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency LET'S GET LIT! Find Alexis and Kari online: Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod; Twitter — www.twitter.com/litsocietypod; Facebook — www.facebook.com/LitSocietyPod; and our website www.LitSocietyPod.com. Get in on the conversation by using #booksanddrama.
PIMP: THE STORY OF MY LIFE by Iceberg Slim THE NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY by Alexander McCall Smith The crew discusses two very different books, Iceberg Slim’s PIMP, an influential first-hand account of a lawless life and Alexander McCall Smith’s THE NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY, a cozy mystery series that is a perennial favorite of book clubs. Plus we discuss what qualifies as a life-hack, an idea for a new Veggietales character, and Andrew makes a game that is too hard but still fun!
Welcome to Episode 6 of the Westmoreland Podcast!We started this episode with the intention of briefly discussing a few books that have helped us grow as people and also been a lot of fun but guys, this turned into a sisterly deep dive. We cover meditation, marriage, prioritization, and so much more. Thanks for listening!Stuff We MentionFinancial Peace UniversityHeidi's Instagram highlight about “making good choices”Salted caramel hot chocolate...because Lisse's chocolate-for-breakfast was gross, and she needs a better optionBooks We MentionBoys in the Boat, by Daniel James BrownThe FitzOsbornes in Exile, by Michelle CooperSeekers of the Wild Realm, by Alexandra OttCelebration of Discipline, by Richard FosterThe Sacred Year, by Michael YankoskiA Severe Mercy, by Sheldon VanaukenThe Inquisitor's Tale, by Adam GidwitzOutlander, by Diana GabaldonThe Princess and the Goblin, by George MacdonaldThe No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, by Alexander McCall SmithLisse's recommendation: The Shades of Magic Series, by VE SchwabHeidi's recommendation: The Giver, by Lois LowryNext up for Lisse: Garden City, by John Mark Comer and Men Beyond the Law, by Max BrandNext up for Heidi: Peace Like a River, by Leif EngerStuff We Missed:There are actually 21 books in the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Series. Here are books 1-20, and here is number 21, called How to Train an Elephant. Also, the Max Brand book Lisse mentions is over $900 on Amazon...oh my! We linked it anyway so you can go look, just for fun.Our next episode is scheduled to release February 12th, 2021 and we'll talk about how we rate books we finish. Happy reading!Affiliate disclaimer: all our links are Amazon affiliate links...your cost stays the same, but the little kickback from your clicks and purchases through our links helps us keep recording and provide fun things (in the future!) for our listeners too!
Allison and Kate Stream In Place with The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, talking the pilot. The luminous Precious Ramotswe, that ridiculous cast, and yes, we do ship it. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we continue our detour with lady detectives, exploring the pilot and first episode of The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries, “Speedy Death” and “Death at the Opera.”
Allison and Kate Stream In Place with The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, talking the pilot. The luminous Precious Ramotswe, that ridiculous cast, and yes, we do ship it. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we continue our detour with lady detectives, exploring the pilot and first episode of The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries, “Speedy Death” and “Death at the Opera.”
Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode eight, “Zugzwang.” Blaise and Lamar, Scott’s very bad day, and a glimpse of the real Janet? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as Allison and Kate take a quick break from Lodge 49 with the pilot of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, available streaming on HBO Max.
Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode eight, “Zugzwang.” Blaise and Lamar, Scott’s very bad day, and a glimpse of the real Janet? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as Allison and Kate take a quick break from Lodge 49 with the pilot of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, available streaming on HBO Max.
We debate Alan Yang's Forever (**spoilers** from ~1:40-6:09), and Meg finally watches Laurs' beloved Prince of Darkness. We discuss our personal ‘sh*t shows' and speculate wildly about the plots of the rare sector of TV we will NEVER watch. Plus, we pitch a film noir about the dark side of job sharing!Discussed in this episode:Forever Haunting of Hill HousePrince of DarknessShamelessHandmaid's TaleTremeCriminal MindsSupernaturalParker PoseyIndya MoorePoseLight SleeperThe Gospel According to AndréThe CompanyDrop us a line at storyboredpod@gmail.com or via Instagram @storyboredpodcast or Twitter @storybored_pod.Logo photo: Alexis PaschalIntro: electro pop melody to remember 001 by Frankum & Frankumjay / (CC BY 3.0)Outro: techno pop ambience-piano loop by Frankum & Frankumjay / (CC BY 3.0)Additional clips: Oldskool video jingle by jobro / (CC BY-NC 3.0) & VHS Casette by Npeo / (CC BY 3.0)
On today's podcast, I got to visit with Melissa Edwards. Melissa is a Mom of three, a nurse, and a sweet friend. She shares about going to the Holy Spirit for help and peace. She talks about trusting God's grace and resisting living in her own strength. What Melissa shares about relying on the Holy Spirit really stuck with me, and I know you'll enjoy it. Links from the show: The Next Right Thing podcast https://emilypfreeman.com/podcast/ 44 Scotland Street by Alexander McCall Smith https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/97875.44_Scotland_Street The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7061.The_No_1_Ladies_Detective_Agency At Home in Mitford by Jan Karon https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/71776.At_Home_in_Mitford?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=b6326yCyR6&rank=1 The Lord of the Rings Soundtrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m2CsP3NS-Y "Beautiful Day" by U2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=co6WMzDOh1o
Throughout 2020 Jigisha and Ryan have enjoyed the privilege of discussing a wealth of titles that are special to them with creators that brought them to life. This week is no exception. We are joined by Alexander McCall Smith, author of the much beloved The No# 1 Ladies Detective Agency series amongst many others. We discuss his latest novel, Elephants, Botswana, and much much more.How to Raise an Elephant by Alexander McCall SmithThe Rain in Portugal by Billy CollinsWhale Day and other Poems by Billy CollinsAgent Sonya by Ben MacIntyre
Grab your shawl, pour yourself a spot of tea and get cozy. For Episode 7 of Two Lit Mamas, the ladies dig into all things murderous. From traditional British cozies to inspired African American mysteries, the mamas share their favorite TV shows and grown up murder mysteries while uncovering fab mysteries for middle graders. So, take a bun break and Greek out with the mamas or Miss Fortune will find you. Middle Grade Cozies:Taylor & Rose Secret Agents, Peril in Paris by Katherine WoodfineIn 1911, two young detectives, Sophie Taylor and Lillian Rose, shift their focus from sleuthing to the fast-paced world of espionage as they take on a case for Britain’s mysterious Secret Service Bureau. While Lil has been sent on a special mission, Sophie is tasked with uncovering why Bureau agent, Professor Blaxland, was found murdered in his Paris apartment. Although the City of Lights is beautiful and alluring, doom lurks around every corner.Murder Most Unladylike by Robin StevensIn this first Wells and Wong mystery, detectives Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong get their chance to solve a real crime at their boarding school, The Deepdean School for Girls. After Hazel discovers their science teacher, Miss Bell, dead in the gymnasium, she rushes to get her partner but by the time they return, the body is gone. The girls have to find the killer before he or she strikes again.The Clubhouse Mysteries, The Mystery of the Buried Bones by Sharon M. DraperIn this first book in the series by best-selling author Sharon M. Draper, four friends have to find a way to spend their summer after finding their basketball court destroyed. The boys decide to use some salvaged fencing supplies and build a clubhouse for their new club, The Black Dinosaurs. When the boys discover a box of bones, they agree to solve the mystery inside which takes them on an unexpected journey and leading them to finally understand why Mr. Green has been lurking around, singing, “Dem bones gonna rise again.”The Great Cake Mystery by Alexander McCall Smith This book is the first of three cozy mysteries for kids exploring the origins of Detective Precious Ramotswe, from Smith’s long-time cozy mystery series, The #1 Ladies Detective Agency. In this tale, Precious lives with her father in a small Botswanan village. When sweets go missing before snack time at the village school, everyone assumes it was Poloko, their “traditionally built” classmate. But the young sleuth, Precious, disagrees and constructs the perfect trap to find the real perpetrator and clear Poloko’s name.Pick Six: The Mamas Fave Grown Up CoziesLucy Stone by Leslie MeierGreek to Me Series by Susannah HardyMiss Fortune Series by Jana DeLeonInspector Barnaby Series by Caroline GrahamMr. Parker Pyne by Agatha ChristieMurder She WroteReference Links:Masterclass.com cozy murder parametersMasterpiece Mystery TheaterSt. Trinians movieDown the Rabbit Hole PodcastTwo Lit Mamas Blog
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes, or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses S1 E7 of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, A Real Botswana Diamond! Our theme song! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! Buy our merch!!
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes, or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses S1 E6 of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Beauty and Integrity! Our theme song! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! Buy our merch!!
Nifraz Rifaz joins Daniela to speak on his writing as well as African Literature Book Club selection, No. 1 Ladies Detective.
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes, or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses S1 E5 of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Problems In Moral Philosophy! Support us on Patreon! Follow us on Twitter! Buy our merch!
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes, or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses S1 E4 of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, The Boy With An African Heart. Our theme song! Support us on Patreon! Follow us on Twitter! Buy our merch!
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes, or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses S1 E3 of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Poison. Our theme song! Support us on Patreon! Follow us on Twitter! Buy our merch! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode Six In this week’s episode, the Sistahs talk about The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency and Queen Sono which are two shows that have strong African characters in the lead. These shows have women in nontraditional roles and showcase the beautiful land of Botswana and South African
Esta semana en Travelling Series viajamos hasta Botswana. Las series que aparecen son: Colours, Re bina mmogo, Cholopo y The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. Recuerda, cada viernes en las plataformas principales de podcasting. Recuerda también que cada mes hay un podcast extra en la sección premium de serielizados.com. Travelling Series, cada viernes en: Ivoox Spotify iTunes Sigue a: @lmejino @SERIELIZADOS
How a lifetime exploring different landscapes inspires the author of the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, who's also one of the world's most prolific writers (R)
How a lifetime exploring different landscapes inspires the author of the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, who's also one of the world's most prolific writers (R)
Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast! Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes or short stories they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses the first episode of No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, The Big Bonanza! Our theme song! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! Buy our merch! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Brea and Mallory talk about reading books set in another country and give advice about library holds frustration! Use the hashtag #ReadingGlassesPodcast to participate in online discussion! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Links - Reading Glasses Facebook Group Reading Glasses Goodreads Group Amazon Wish List Newsletter The Fanciest Book Mallory’s LA Book Launch Party Books Mentioned - Mary Toft; or, The Rabbit Queen by Dexter Palmer The Invention of Murder by Judith Flanders The Lady from the Black Lagoon by Mallory O'Meara The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith The Third Hotel by Laura van den Berg Wake in Fright by Kenneth Cook He Died with a Felafel in His Hand by John Birmingham What Belongs to You by Garth Greenwell Little Gods by Meng Jin The Fishermen by Chigozie Obioma
Recorded on December 21, 2019 Book talk begins at 35:50 Our annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL is ongoing! It runs September 15 until January 15 wo we're getting very close to the finish line. Post your completed sweaters in the FO thread to be eligible for one of our very excellent prizes. Our next KAL will be a Poncho Knit Along! Start thinking about what you want to knit or crochet now. We have a Poncho Bundle already! Dates to be announced later. Knitting Barb has finished: 1. 4 Never Not Gnoming Gnomes by Sarah Schira using fingering scraps 2. Mother Bears #188m #189 & #190 3. Jayla's Black Cherry Be Kind Hat by Megan Williams using Berocco Vintage Worsted in the Black Cherry color way 4. December DVD Frankensocks - YAY! Barb finished all 12 months of The Fifth Annual Desert Vista Dyeworks Monthly Sock Club!! Tracie has finished: 1. One Festive Skein by Fredi Baker, using Fiber Lady Midori in the New Southwest colorway 2. Seed Stitch scarf in Tess Designer yarns Superwash merino Worsted in tonal charcoal grey 3. Rain Down Hat by Robyn Devine in Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted. 4. Chld's Chevron Beanie by Lammie Knits 5. Tracie's Kaiya Mei #2 by Jamie Hoffman 6. Tracie's 7 Tiny Sweaters by Malia Mae, using DK yarn scraps Barb contines to work on: 1. Sunnydale Cowl by Katy H. Carroll (Katinka Designs), using Malabrigo Yarn Arroyo in the Anniversario colorway 2. Trail Hoodie by Marly Bird, using Western Sky Knits Magnolia Sock in the Wisp color way 3. The Great British Baking Shawl MKAL by Lyricalknits using Duren Dyeworks My Precious Fingering in the Fern colorway, Bella Hand Dyed Yarn Mendocino in the Imperial colorway, Auraucania Ranco Solid fingering in the 124Red colorway, and Western Sky Knits Magnolia Sock in the Wisp colorway And has cast on: 1. Bankhead Hat #9 by Susie Gorlay using Berocco Vintage in the Caribbean Sea colorway Tracie has continues to work on: 1. Plaidaptation by Aunt Ninny in Plymouth Select Worsted Merino Superwash and Malabrigos Rios Tracie has frogged: 1. My Oasis by Ririko in UnDead Yarn Vamphyri in Tracie’s Cakeride, Western Sky Knits Magnolia Sock and Western Sky Knits Willow Superwash Sport And has cast on: 1. Bellefluer Cardigan in Mdelinetosh Silk/Merino in the Mill Pond color way 2. Rikke Hat by Sarah Young 3. Vanilla Socks in West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4-ply in the Rum Paradise colorway BOOKS Barb has finished: 1. The Fiery Trial: Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery - Barb says "thumbs up" if you're a real history buff, or are very curious about American Slavery 2. Just Between Us by Rebecca Drake - thumbs up 3. Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime and Obsession by Rachel Drake Tracie has finished and recommends: 1. Sports Fans Aren't All Crazy: Lessons From Forty Years of Sports Madness by Ryan Bezerra 2. Early Graves by Thomas H. Cooke 3. The Day that Never Comes (The Dublin Trilogy #2) by Caimh McDonall 4. Colors of All the Cattle (No.1 Ladies Detective Agency #19) by Alexander McCall 5. Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata Tracie and Barb both finished and talked about: Buried Deep by Margot Hunt - thumbs up
In the first episode of this series, our host Ross Burns has a chat with honorary graduate and internationally celebrated author of The No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series and many more, Alexander McCall Smith.The famous wordsmith talks about his love of Edinburgh and just how he manages to find his inspiration on this “intriguing” city’s streets. He also gives his personal thoughts on the biggest arts festival in the world, Edinburgh Fringe Festival and just what it was like to live on the notorious “Writer’s Block” in Edinburgh alongside Rebus author, Ian Rankin and Harry Potter author, Jo/JK Rowling. McCall Smith then reflects on his life and lets us into a day in the life of ‘Sandy’ the person and his favourite hotspots in Scotland's capital.Also, Edinburgh Napier's Publishing course celebrated its 50th anniversary this year and to round off this episode we spoke to some of our guests and asked the question, "what do books mean to you?"For more information:Alexander McCall Smithhttps://www.alexandermccallsmith.co.uk/Facebook: @alexandermccallsmithTwitter: @McCallSmithInstagram: @alexandermccallsmithPhoto credit: Kirsty AndersonMusic credit: Alex Finlay
It's our #SYNERGY episode! Didn't get enough of Amanda (@cheapcourage) on Fix-a-Flick? Catch her here talking about a movie she actually likes! We hadn't heard of Robert Moore's whodunnit "Murder by Death" until she pulled it out of the bargain bin, but we're glad she did. If you liked the Clue movie, murder mysteries, or old British actors, this one's for you. Oh, and did we mention Truman Capote stars? We have now.Before the haters @ us on Twitter:Dame Maggie Smith was born 28 December 1934, making her about 40 when this film was being made.Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder starred in "Haunted Honeymoon", a 1986 film about...well, you read the title."Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?" premiered in 1969, seven years before "Murder by Death."A sequel titled "The Cheap Detective" was released in 1978, with Falk, and Brennan returning to star, Moore to direct, and Simon to write."The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency" is the series of all-female detectives operating in Africa.Danny DeVito is 74 years old as of the release of this episode.John Cho (Harold from "Harold & Kumar"), Bobby Lee, and Ken Jeong are all of Korean descent.Subscribe and rate us wherever you found us! Questions? Comments? Concerns? Find us on Twitter @GiveIt5Podcast or Facebook, & Instagram @GiveIt5 Email giveit5podcast@gmail.com if you’ve got a movie you want us to see!#giveit5 #podcasting #whynot
Join us for an hour of mischief, laughter and master storytelling with one of the world's most prolific and best-loved writers, Alexander McCall Smith. Author of more than 100 books including the internationally bestselling No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, 44 Scotland Street and Corduroy Mansions series, McCall Smith was recently awarded the prestigious Medal of Honor for Achievement in Literature by The National Arts Club of America. This full festival session was recorded at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in 2018.
As Casting Director, Richard has worked on Ken Loach's Bread and Roses, Christopher Guest's For Your Consideration and A Mighty Wind, Gravity, Zero Dark Thirty, On The Road, Hell or High Water, Reed Morano's Meadowland, and an upcoming live action version of Lady and the Tramp. He was an Emmy winner for HBO's Game Change as well as a three-time Emmy nominee for Recount, Temple Grandin and the series Curb Your Enthusiasm. Other work for television includes Married, The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency, and Scream Queens. Richard has worked on a variety of independent projects over the years like Permanent Midnight, Charlie Bartlett, Citizen Gangster, Stockholm, Pennsylvania, Weightless, Alex Strangelove, O.G., and The Mustang.
Welcome to the Amateur Detective Club! The podcast where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie, summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, novellas, TV episode or short story they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses the BBC/HBO series No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency! https://soundcloud.com/ndm-unofficial/poirot-theme-live-remix Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! Buy our merch! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Welcome to the Amateur Detective Club! The podcast where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie, summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, novellas, TV episode or short story they've chosen. In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency! Our theme song: https://soundcloud.com/ndm-unofficial/poirot-theme-live-remix Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Now that it’s February, the excitement of the new year has probably started to fade for you. And it’s around this time of the year that it can begin to feel like you just want to give up on your goals for 2019. This episode might be just the shot in the arm you need to get back on track! I’m chatting with Tiffany King from Eat At Home Cooks — a woman who has made it her mission to help busy women spend less time and effort in the kitchen and more time as a family. She’s joining me today for us to talk about menu planning, cooking, and tips and tricks for busy families. Tune in to learn about why eating together as a family has been so impactful for Tiffany and her family (even though she readily admits it’s been a struggle at times — especially when her kids were young!). We’ll talk about how to stop over-complicating dinner, why it’s okay to have super simple dinners (and we’ll give you some ideas for what might work for your family), and how to deal with trying to juggle multiple schedules and evening activities as your kids get older! By the way, if you’d like more help, I have put together a free Eat at Home Challenge. I’ll send you a one-week grocery list + menu plan + a quick and easy crockpot recipe for each day and lots of money-saving and time-saving tips and suggestions. Plus, you’ll get access to a private Facebook Group to give you more accountability. Go here to sign up for this free resource! In This Episode: [01:40] – This week, what’s saving my life is my very favorite magnesium. I share why I take it, how much I take, when I take it, and how it’s helped me sleep better and be healthier. [03:41] – I finally picked my top reads from 2018 (better late than never, eh?) I tell you about them on this episode! [06:52] – This episode’s amazing sponsor is You Need a Budget. We’ve personally used this software for years and love it! [09:30] – Having a plan for dinner (and having it already made) is one of the best ways I’ve found to reduce chaos in the evening and spend more time with my kids. [13:47] – If you struggle to get dinner on the table at night, you’ll be encouraged with Tiffany’s tips + you’ll be inspired to hear how eating together as a family has made such a difference in their home. [16:42] – I ask Tiffany about what to do when you have kids who have evening activities or older kids with differing schedules. She shares her go-to recipes for nights when the family needs to eat at shifts instead of all together at the same time. [18:53] – Tiffany offers advice on quick and easy meal ideas for people who feel tired and stressed out, or don’t have much time or energy. She also shares about her meal-planning system, and what gave her the inspiration to start making meal plans. [26:21] – I promised you a freebie at the beginning of this episode and here it is! I put together a week-long eat-at-home challenge based on Tiffany’s menu plans to give you a taste of what they’re like. Head to this link to sign up! [27:47] – How do you get everyone out the door on time and peacefully? I share some strategies and advice that has worked well for our family — including some words of hope for young moms! Links and Resources: Calm Gummies by Natural Vitality My Favorite Things on Amazon The Top 4 Books I Read in 2018 Mom Set Free by Jeannie Cunnion Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Peter Scazzero Goodreads Goodreads app on Google Play Goodreads app on Apple App Store My Goodreads account You Need a Budget (this episode’s amazing sponsor!) 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In which Byron talks about working as a Peace Corps volunteer teaching in Ukraine and Lesotho, being given a bar of soap by David Sedaris in Las Vegas, his dream of living in Africa, our mutual love of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency tv show and the beauty of Botswana, throwing free throws in the Barclays Arena in Brooklyn, making the choice to practice empathy in challenging circumstances, understanding that everything is political, and much more.
Would you like to read more in the new year? I don't mean reading to your kids. I mean reading for you. Many of us want to read more, but we're not sure how to make that happen. We feel like we can't fit it in, or maybe we even feel guilty when we sit down to read something just for fun. This episode is just what you need! I'm chatting with Anne Bogel from Modern Mrs. Darcy, author of I'd Rather Be Reading. In this episode, you'll hear: why it's OK to prioritize your reading lifehow to read more (hint: we all have a bit more time than we think)why it's just fine to quit a book that is causing a block Plus, we recommend about 20 books for you ... I mean, of course, right?! Listener Guide Use the time stamps below to skip to any part of the podcast: 1:04 Read-Aloud challenge time!2:40 Books for YOU!3:44 Listener Q: Should kids read to me?6:52 Prioritizing your reading life8:31 Anne Bogel is back!10:24 Pick a winner11:51 It is OK to quit12:56 Has Anne ever had a reading slump?14:48 I want to read, but how?18:51 Two types of readers20:10 Bookworm problems21:23 Re-reading25:12 Mysteries27:47 Historical fiction29:25 Page-turners31:06 Beautiful language33:04 Fast books34:41 A series36:32 A classic37:21 Non-fiction39:38 Let the Kids Speak Links from this episode: Register for the 31 day Read-Aloud ChallengeModern Mrs. DarcyWhat Should I Read NextRAR #43: Raising Kids Who read, Daniel Willingham Recommendations by category: Mysteries: Sarah: The Lake House by Kate MortonAnne: The Wife, the Maid, and the Mistress by Ariel Lawhon Historical Fiction: Sarah: A Fall of Marigolds by Susan MeissnerAnne: Marilla of Green Gables by Sarah McCoy Page Turners: Sarah: The False Prince by Jennifer A. NielsenAnne: I'll Be Your Blue Sky by Marisa de los Santos Books with Beautiful Language: Sarah: Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry or Watch With Me by Wendell BerryAnne: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson Fast Books: Sarah: Mitten Strings for God by Katrina Kenison and Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow LindberghAnne: The Quotidian Mysteries by Kathleen Norris Favorite Series: Sarah: The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall SmithAnne: Three Pines Mysteries by Louise Penney, starting with Still Life or The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer, starting with Cinder Classics: Sarah: Tremendous Trifles by G.K. ChestertonAnne: Emma by Jane Austen Non-fiction: Sarah: Creativity, Inc. by Ed CatmullAnne: You Learn by Living by Eleanor Roosevelt or Inheritance by Dani Shapiro Quotes to remember: "For all of the talk about how important it is to help our kids fall in love with reading, if they don’t actually see the adults in their lives reading for pleasure then why would they believe us when we talk about the refreshment and joy that reading gives or that reading is a worthwhile thing to do just for the joy of it?" -Sarah Mackenzie "The important thing to remember before you go looking for great books for you is that a great book means different things to different people." - Anne Bogel "If you were in a reading slump the single best thing you can do is to set aside a book that’s not working for you." - Anne Bogel More free resources & booklists Get the best episodes and reources from the Read-Aloud Revival Keep an eye on your inbox! We'll keep you posted whenever we have a new podcast episode or a great free booklist or resource for you. There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again. Email Address I'd like to receive the free email course. Yes! Powered by ConvertKit /* Layout */ .ck_form.ck_minimal { /* divider image */ background: #f9f9f9; font-fam...
Best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith talks with care Radio UK’s Alan Steadman in December. the man who penned The Number 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, 44 Scotland Street, the Corduroy Mansions series and many more talks about life, his work and his views on the world of care in the UK.
Travel fiction has a long tradition. Think Gulliver’s Travels, by Jonathon Swift, On the Road, by Jack Kerouac, and more recently, The Time Traveler’s Wife, by Audrey Niffenegger and The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall-Smith. The list is endless. Janice Horton’s, The Backpacking Housewife, is in fine company, and although Horton is experiencing something like an overnight success with her new novel, it’s actually her thirteenth. Like most overnight successes, there’s a lot of hard work and learning her craft that has led her to this point. And a lot of travel. Being in the right spot at the right time has brought this travel adventurer a bit of luck – or so it seems at first glance – when she ran into a Harper Impulse executive who invited her to write a novel for Harper line, which Horton immediately set about doing in a three hundred year old French castle surrounded by vineyards for inspiration. It’s only on hearing Horton’s whole story that we learn her success has nothing to do with luck and everything to do with honing her craft over twelve novels and four years of writing fiction. Francine Prose writes about The Art of Travel Inspired Novel Writing in Travel & Leisure magazine, stating, “Creating great travel-inspired novels means channeling the voices, thoughts, and perspectives of an imaginary foreigner.” You can read the full article https://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/the-art-of-travel-inspired-novel-writing (here. ) You can find out more about Janice, her books and her inspiring lifestyle https://thebackpackinghousewife.com/ (here.) And if you’re looking for a great travel fiction read to inspire your next trip, try scrolling through the 1,000 blog posts on TripFiction.com https://www.tripfiction.com/ (here) – or you can just use the search tool but who knows what adventure you might miss You can find a list of popular travel fiction on Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/travel-fiction (here.)
Summary: Audiobook enthusiasts and MCPL staff members Vincent Mui, Maranda Schoppert, and Barbara Shansby share their love for audiobooks; talk about the advantages, disadvantages, and hazards of audiobooks; and recommend titles that will be music to your ears. Recording Date: May 9, 2018 Host: Lauren Martino Guests: Vincent Mui is MCPL's graphic designer. Maranda Schoppert is a librarian at Germantown Library. Barbara Shansby is a Library Associate at Marilyn Praisner. Featured MCPL Resource: Award-winning author and MacArthur Foundation Fellow Dinaw Mengestu will speak about the inspiration for his book The Beautiful Things that Heaven Bears and his experiences as an Ethiopian immigrant. Silver Spring Library, Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 7:30 PM. Registration required. What Our Guests Are Reading: Vincent Mui: The Divergent trilogy: Divergent, Insurgent, and Allegiant, by Veronica Roth. Miranda Schoppert: Iron Gold, the fourth book in the Red Rising series by Pierce Brown. The first three books are Red Rising, Golden Son, and Morning Star. Books Mentioned During this Episode: #1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith. Narrated by Lisette Lecat. Born Standing Up by Steve Martin. Narrated by Steve Martin. A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking. Narrated by Michael Jackson. Coraline by Neil Gaiman. Narrated by Neil Gaiman. Crazy Is My Superpower by A.J. Mendez. Narrated by A.J. Mendez. Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night by Mark Haddon. Narrated by Jeff Woodman. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney. Narrated by Ramon De Ocampo. Dresden Files (series) by Jim Butcher. Narrated by Jame Marsters (Spike in Buffy the Vampire Slayer). The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin. Narrated by Gretchen Rubin. Ghost by Jason Reynolds. Narrated by Guy Lockard. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman. Narrated by Neil Gaiman. I Must Say by Martin Short. Narrated by Martin Short. The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. Narrated by Rob Inglis. Moby Dick by Herman Melville. Narrators vary. My Sisters Keeper by Jodi Picoult. Narrated by an ensemble cast. Origin by Dan Brown. Narrated by Paul Michael. Percy Jackson and the Olympians (series) by Rick Riordan. Narrated by Jesse Bernstein. Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie. Narrators vary. Peter Pan in Scarlet by Geraldine McCaughrean. Narrated by Tim Curry. Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Narrated by Will Wheaton. Redshirts by John Scalzi. Narrated by Will Wheaton. Scrappy Little Nobody by Anna Kendrick. Narrated by Anna Kendrick. Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak. Narrated by Jilly Bond. Thrawn by Timothy Zahn. Narrated by Marc Thompson. Uprooted by Naomi Novak. Narrated by Julia Emelin. You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) by Felicia Day. Narrated by Felicia Day. Other Items of Interest Mentioned During this Episode: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Popular American supernatural television series which featured noted audiobook narrator James Marsters as Spike. Brendan Fraser: Actor and narrator of the books Inkspell and Dragon Rider, both by Cornelia Funke. The Great Courses by The Teaching Company: A popular series of academic lectures in audio or video format covering a vast array of topics, from Victorian Britain to Cybersecurity. Edward Herrmann: Actor and well regarded audiobook narrator. He portrayed Richard Gilmore in the original Gilmore Girls television series. Law & Order: Popular American police procedural that anecdotally has featured many people who have also narrated audiobooks. Project Gutenberg: A vast collection of free ebooks and audiobooks. The audiobooks are mostly out-of-copyright titles read by volunteers. Reading Rainbow: A PBS educational television series that ran from 1983 to 2006. Each episode focused on a topic from a book or children's literature and included reading recommendations. Tumblebooks: An online collection of animated, talking picture books. Includes story books, chapter books, nonfiction, videos, and more. Read the transcript.
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (2008) is an adaptation of Alexander McCall Smith's beloved novels. Jill Scott plays Mma Ramotswe, our lead heroine who starts a detective agency for the purpose of solving mysteries and aiding the people of her beloved Botswana. Aside from its warmth and humor, the series is also notable for its promotions of female empowerment and positive body images. I joked before that this entire HBO Project was a long con to get others to watch this delightful series with me, and I'm pleased we finally have. (0 - 1:43:09) ... At the complete opposite end of the spectrum, the ugliest characteristics of American males are embodied by the U.S. marines of Generation Kill (2008). A Rolling Stone reporter arrives at camp Mathilda in Kuwait to chronicle the events during the first phase of the Iraq War (sponsored by Skittles and Pizza Hut). Prepare to get political, because, yeah, we have some things to say. (1:43:10 - 2:47:37) | Send feedback to hooplecast@gmail.com. Find our recording schedule, show notes, discussion threads, and more at hooplecast.com. | Recorded April 8, 2018. Released April 29, 2018. [Warning: Explicit Language.]
Two great actors on this week's show! First up: David Oyelowo. He cut his teeth at the Royal Shakespeare company in London. Had smaller parts on British TV and in movies like The Help and Jack Reacher. He broke though when he starred as Martin Luther King in Selma, the Oscar nominated biopic. Now, he's starring in Gringo, a new THC-tinged action comedy. Oyelowo talks about his love of acting, being nearly killed by Tom Cruise in a car and his terrific bit part on HBO's the No 1 Ladies Detective Agency. Then, Heather Graham. You probably know her for her iconic roles in Boogie Nights, Swingers, Drugstore Cowboy and more. These days she's working behind the camera. She directed and wrote Half Magic - a comedy about love, sexism, spirituality, and Hollywood. Finally, for this week's outshot: need a gritty detective movie with heart? Jeff Garlin's Handsome has you covered.
Recorded on February 2, 2018 Book Talk starts at 32:18 Our Fall Sweater KAL is over! Winners will be announced at the end of the podcast. The 2 Knit Lit Chicks Hoodie giveaway is over also - the winner will be announced at the end of the podcast. Get ready for our next KAL – the Never-Have-I-Ever Sock-along which will run February 14 through May 15. Make socks like you’ve never made before - try a new heel, using a pattern if you usually stick with vanilla, knit from a sock blank for the first time, do color work - or maybe try socks for the very first time! Please go to the Never-Have-I-Ever Sock-along Chatter thread to join the fun. Tracie and Barb will be at: Stitches West - February 22-25, 2018 NoCKRs 2018 - April 12-15 Knitting Barb has finished: Barb's Free Your Fade by Andrea Mowry, using Zen Yarn Garden Superfine Fingering in the Magical Dyepot D3, D5 and D6 color ways. And many thanks to Zen Yarn Garden for gifting the yarn to Barb for review! Barb's Brooklin Vest by Elizabeth Smith, using Berroco Vintage Chunky in the Smoke colorway Mother Bear #127 Tracie has finished: Redford pullover by Julie Hoover, using Lisa Souza Hardtwist Merino in the Monteverde colorway Barb is currently working on: Tale as Old as Time Cowl by Anne Vally, using Must Stash Yarns & Fiber Perfect Self-Striping Sock in the Beauty and the Beast colorways Pioneer Braid Scarf by Catherine Ryan, using Caron Cake in the Blueberry Kiwi colorway High Woods Hat by Irini Pi, using leftover Barroco Vintage in the Dungaree and Forest Floor colorways Royal Mile Cowl by Dami Hunter, using Delicious Yarns Frosting Chunky in the Currant colorway. Thank you to Delicous Yarns and Stitchcraft Marketing for giving Barb the yarn to review! Vanilla Socks using Knit Picks Felici in the Hopscotch color way Misty Scarf by Kaffe Fassett, using Rowan Kidsilk Haze Stripe (2 different skeins) Tracie is working on: 5th Fiddly Bits cowl by Jane Pihota from fingering weight magic cake Levitate Poncho by Yvonne Poon, using Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend in the Kohl and Zebra color ways Vanilla Socks in Fishknits Boot Strap Self-striping in the NorCal Vernal Pools colorway New Wave cardigan by Mary Annarella, using Invictus Yarns Reward in the Olive colorway Books Barb has finished: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng X by Sue Grafton Two Old Women by Velma Wallis Tracie has finished reading: The Unlikely Pilgramage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce A Beautiful Child by Matt Birkbeck Horrorstor by Grady Hendrix I Know What I'm Doing and Other Lies I Tell Myself: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction by Jen Kirkman The Good, the Bad, and the Barbie: A Doll's History and Her Impact on Us by Tanya Lee Stone Barb is currently reading: The Fact of a Body: A Murder and a Memoir by Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout Tracie is currently reading: Quicksand by Malin Persson Giolito Tracie has set aside The House of Unexpected Sisters (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #18) by Alexander McCall Smith
Recorded on January 20, 2018 Book Talk starts at 35:50 Our Fall Sweater KAL is almost over - January 31st! To enter to win a prize, complete an adult sweater with sleeves - start a new one or continue with one less than 50% done, and post in the FOs thread. Winners will be announced on Episode 152. New Giveaway! Win a 2 Knit Lit Chicks hooded sweatshirt, size L (unisex size, but it is a slim fit). Leave a comment on the Ravelry group thread telling us about the best sweatshirt you’ve ever had. This giveaway will close on January 31st also, and the winner will be announced on Episode 152. Get ready for our next KAL – the Never-Have-I-Ever Sock-along which will run February 14 through May 15. Make socks like you’ve never made before - try a new heel, using a pattern if you usually stick with vanilla, knit from a sock blank for the first time, do color work - or maybe try socks for the very first time! Please go to the Never-Have-I-Ever Sock-along Chatter thread to join the fun. Tracie and Barb will be at: Sacramento Knitting Guild - February 1, 2018 Stitches West - Feb 25-28, 2018 Knitting Tracie has finished: 4 more pussycats, using the KitKat Hat by AndreSue Most of the hats in this picture were knitted by Tracie! Barb has finished: Mother Bear #126 Beagle pullover by Norah Gaughan, using Berroco Vintage in the Forest Floor colorway Barb's husband Mark (and Tracie's Dad!) modeling his new sweater! Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty, using Rohrspatz & Wollmeise Pure 100% Merino Superwash in the Magnolia Medium colorway Stashbusting Helix Hat #6 DK by Jessica Rose Pussyhat for Barb, using Zombie Yarns Shell Shock Tracie is working on: 5th Fiddly Bits cowl by Jane Pihota from fingering weight magic cake Redford pullover by Julie Hoover, using Lisa Souza Hardtwist Merino in the Monteverde colorway Levitate Poncho by Yvonne Poon, using Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend in the Kohl and Zebra color ways Vanilla Socks in Fishknits Boot Strap Self-striping in the NorCal Vernal Pools colorway Barb is currently working on: Tale as Old as Time Cowl by Anne Vally, using Must Stash Yarns & Fiber Perfect Self-Striping Sock in the Beauty and the Beast colorways Free Your Fade by Andrea Mowry, using Zen Yarn Garden Superfine Fingering in the Magical Dyepot D3, D5 and D6 color ways. And many thanks to Zen Yarn Garden for gifting the yarn to Barb for review! Brooklin Vest by Elizabeth Smith, using Berroco Vintage Chunky in the Smoke colorway Pioneer Braid Scarf by Catherine Ryan, using Caron Cake in the Blueberry Kiwi colorway Books Tracie has finished reading: The Marriage Pact by Michelle Richmond Lit by Mary Karr Barb has finished: Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh Every Last Lie by Mary Kubica Tracie is reading: The House of Unexpected Sisters (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #18) by Alexander McCall Smith The Unlikely Pilgramage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce And Barb is reading: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng X by Sue Grafton In Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down, Tracie discussed KB Shimmer nail polish
Matt and Gillian spill the bush tea about Alexander McCall Smith's The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. Matt gets nightmares, Gillian loves airports, and both are crazy about Mickey Blue Eyes.
The actress talks about being the voice of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, narrating Sci-Fi and discusses some favourites. Clipped from Read On Episode 43
Lauren St. John tells us how books can actually change minds, Andrew Beasley makes us S.C.R.E.A.M. We re-visit His Dark Materials and Adjoa Andoh talks about her work, including the Number 1 Ladies Detective Agency.
In which The Idiots continue their Summer Reading Season with Alexander McCall Smith's "The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency" - discuss why the book is actually Scottish Independence Propaganda - attempt to burst the Liberal Metropolitan Elite Bubble - connect the dots like real detectives. Featuring Special Guest Experts [REDACTED] from Tomorrow's History and Abba Goran Ericsson, Orangina Enthusiast.
Alexander McCall Smith is the author of the popular series of novels relating the Botswana-based adventures of Precious Ramotswe and The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. There are 10 books in the series. And this isn’t even McCall Smith’s only series! He also writes: 44 Scotland Street; the "Isabel Dalhousie" novels and the Portuguese Irregular Verbs series. So it’s a good time to be Alexander McCall Smith.
Who's ready for the steady hum of fans to return to the Geekdown?! This week Jord and Cait actually pick complimentary items, bringing in a pair of mysteries set in unconventional locales, starting with Series 2 of the television adaptation of the Coen Brothers film 'Fargo,' then crossing the Atlantic to the capital city of Botswana to visit The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency, based on the novels of Alexander McCall-Smith. You know how to find out how that went. Also this ep! Dental care, shady con practices, we remember Adam West and did we mention it's hot? Support the Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)
We’re starting a new series where we’ll play tourist through books! Our first stop is Southeast Asia. As always, we’ll end with what we’re reading this week. Books and other media mentioned in this episode: Ann’s picks: The Coroner’s Lunch by Colin Cotterill– Dr. Siri Paiboun series by Colin Cotterill– No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series by Alexander McCall Smith– The Return of the Native by Thomas Hardy The Expatriates by Janice Y.K. Lee The Girl from the Coast by Pramoedya Ananta Toer, tr. Willem Samuels Halle’s picks: Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai– Newbery Medal In the Shadow of the Banyan by Vaddey Ratner– Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Lauren Hillenbrand The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien What We’re Reading This Week: Ann: Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls’ Escape from Slavery to Union Hero by Cate Lineberry (releases June 20)– Materials about Robert Smalls at Beaufort County Library– Be Free or Die events at Beaufort County Library Halle: Your Perfect Life by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke
In this very special episode of the "Dewey Decibel" podcast, host Phil Morehart presents a series of short interviews with a variety of luminaries who have spoken with "American Libraries" over the years, each of whom discussed the impact of libraries on their lives, including Khaled Hosseini (author of "The Kite Runner"), Alexander McCall Smith (creator of the The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series), game designer and writer Jane McGonigal, public speaker Jennifer Kahnweiler, Lois Lowry (author of "The Giver"), Nick Offerman (from TV's "Parks and Recreation"), author, curator, and university professor Sarah Lewis, writer and "This American Life" regular Sarah Vowell, and Margaret Atwood(author of "The Handmaid's Tale"). See the interviews in full at https://www.youtube.com/user/AmLibraryAssociation.
In this 12-minute podcast, we meet best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith, via Skype from his home in Edinburgh, Scotland. He will be flying in to speak on Bainbridge Island about his latest detective novel, Precious and Grace, and his many other series of books. His free event at the Commons room of Bainbridge High School, on Saturday Oct. 15th at 2:30pm, is being hosted by Bainbridge Public Library, Eagle Harbor Books and Liberty Bay Books. As you'll hear in this conversation with BCB's Channie Peters, Mr. McCall Smith is the author of several diverse series of novels and is also professor emeritus of medical law at the University of Edinburgh. He has served with many national and international organizations concerned with bioethics. The author was born in what is now known as Zimbabwe and was a law professor at the University of Botswana. His latest book, the 17th in his series of "No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency" novels, takes place in Botswana and features the fictional lead character Precious Ramotswe as the country's premier lady detective. As our BCB host asks in this interview: "How does an emeritus professor of medical law -- a gentleman -- get inside the head of a woman from Botswana?" For further information about this "West Sound Reads" event, visit the website of Eagle Harbor Books. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.
In our ongoing quest to become better librarians by reading every genre (regardless of our actual interest) we tackle Cozy Mysteries. Listen to your hosts Anna Ferri, Meghan Whyte, Matthew Murray, and Amanda Wanner discuss why people read cozy mysteries, character vs. plot, how everything seems to be a series, and their favourite punny titles. Your Hosts This Episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Amanda Wanner Cozy Mysteries We Read (or kinda): Recommended The Handsome Man's Deluxe Café (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #15) by Alexander McCall Smith Books Can Be Deceiving (Library Lover's Mystery, #1) by Jenn McKinlay The Pigeon Pie Mystery by Julia Stuart (I finally finished it!) The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Flavia de Luce #1) by Alan Bradley Read Ming Tea Murder (Tea Shop Mystery, #16) by Laura Childs Swag Bags and Swindlers (Haley Randolph #8) by Dorothy Howell The Body in the Library (Miss Marple, #3) by Agatha Christie The Case of the Man Who Died Laughing (Vish Puri, #2) by Tarquin Hall Thread and Gone (Mainely Needlepoint #3) by Lea Wait (almost recommend; not terribly badly written; I just felt the plot/mystery solution was a bit weak) Pushing Up Daisies (Dirty Business, #1) by Rosemary Harris Did Not Finish Ghoul Interrupted (Ghost Hunter Mystery #6) by Victoria Laurie Gretel and the Case of the Missing Frog Prints (A Brothers Grimm Mystery #1) by P. J. Brackston From Fear to Eternity (Immortality Bites Mystery, #3; Immortality Bites, #8) by Michelle Rowen Six and a Half Deadly Sins (Dr. Siri Paiboun #10) by Colin Cotterill Brewed, Crude and Tattooed by Sandra Balzo Little Shop of Homicide (A Devereaux Dime Store Mystery #1) by Denise Swanson More “books” we mentioned Shutterbug Follies by Jason Little (recommended) Bucko by Jeff Parker and Erika Moen Detective Conan/Case Closed by Gosho Aoyama From a dog’s perspective: Dog On It (Chet and Bernie #1) by Spencer Quinn Where'd You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple (recommended) Bookmobile mystery series include: Bookmobile Cat Mysteries by Laurie Cass and Portland Bookmobile Mysteries by B. B. Cantwell The Punniest of the Month Don't Cry for Me, Hot Pastrami (Ruby, the Rabbi's Wife #3) by Sharon Kahn Crime Brûlée (A Carolyn Blue Culinary Mystery #1) by Nancy Fairbanks The Square Root of Murder (Sophie Knowles #1) by Ada Madison Feta Attraction (Greek to Me Mystery #1) by Susannah Hardy "With her career as a dress designer in shreds, Polyester Monroe is looking forward to a fresh start. But as it all unfolds, the pattern to a new beginning looks a lot like murder. " - description for Suede to Rest by Diane Vallere Dearest Constable Evans and his Heavens Oh Glorious, Glorious Puns! Other Links Defining the “Whodunit” VPL’s online form for Readers Advisory: What Do I Read Next? Mysteries with recipes Murder most cosy: why mystery novels involving quilts and cats are big business VPL Recommended Reads Cosy vs cozy Diverse cozy mysteries Questions Will someone please write Death By Squats for Meghan and Amanda? What are your favourite punny book titles? Check out our Pinterest board and Tumblr posts for all the Cozy Mysteries people in our club read (or tried to read), and follow us on Twitter!
Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal Hermione's Every Day Socks by Erica Lueder I'm knitting these out of my first ever skein of Socks that Rock by Blue Moon Fiber Arts. Memories Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Stash Dash Plans Stash Dash is a Summer KAL hosted by the Knit Girllls video podcast! Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli I bought the Argentine yarn from Pura Hilados and I can't wait to get this! Worsted Boxy Hermione's Everyday socks (linked above) Rainbow Vanilla Socks Astonish Top Endpaper Mitts Effortless Cardigan Ice Shanty by Amy Miller Knitting News, Notes and Events World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 18th, 2016 Hamilton Contest I forgot to draw a winner on Episode 51, so listen up to see if you are the lucky winner! Thanks to Thuy from the Twisted Stitches Podcast for donating this prize! Broadway Kal This Kal ended on April 30th and prizes were drawn. If you haven't listened to Episode 51 please check it out to see if you were a winner! PalKal 2016 This is the biggest and best event of the year for Actually Knitting listeners! What is the PalKal? The PalKal will run June 15- September 15 2016 The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster! The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify). Spinning also counts, just make sure it’s a finished product. Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us! You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes can be found on the show notes and in the specially labeled threads in the Actually Knitting group on Ravelry. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way). You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag #palkal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry. Wips count! Just finish them between June 15 and September 15, doesn’t matter when they were started. Featured Performer Sponsors are coming in everyday and so far there are coupon codes available from the following sponsors: Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting Brenda Castiel Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Knitting Daddy Greg from Unraveling with Greg and Joey Mary from Kino Knits Sarah Shoo from Cultivate and Create Susie from The Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast The coupon code for all vendors is PalKal2016 to keep things simpler this year! Thanks so much to all of the sponsors! There will be a special Actually Knitting PalKal mini skein kit available from One Twisted Tree on May 17th, 2016, at 7am CST. Knitting Talkback: Yarn and Knit Wear Storage This episode I answered a question from the What Would You Like to Hear about thread in the Ravelry group. I referenced this blog post about yarn-eating insects and also this information about using cedar to keep the bugs away. I like to store my shawls and other knitted items in hanging soft shelves like these from Amazon. Non-Knitting Segments One Pot Wonders Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken (not a true one-pot recipe but really delicious) Love it or Leave it Love: Josh is cooking more now that we have a pressure cooker Leave: My public library often has the first book in a series but none of the others! Other News and Notes Actually Reading I finished reading The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith I'm still reading The Girl with All the Gifts by M. R. Carey Actually Running No big updates to report.
Knitting Segments I mentioned the Unraveling with Greg and Joey podcast, check those guys out if you get a second! Show Ready Knits Bryum by Cailliau Berangere I mentioned a flub I had with a dropped stitch, which I was able to repair using my Fix a Stitch. Knits in Rehearsal Hermione's Every Day Socks by Erica Lueder I'm knitting these out of my first ever skein of Socks that Rock by Blue Moon Fiber Arts. Memories Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Auditioning Knits Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli I bought the Argentine yarn from Pura Hilados and I can't wait to get this! Ice Shanty by Amy Miller Knitting News, Notes and Events We wrapped up the Broadway Kal on April 30th and we have several prizes to give away. Make sure to listen to see if you are one of the lucky ones! The PalKal will be starting in June. I am looking for prizes and sponsors, so email me if you are interested! I mentioned World Wide Knit in Public day which is June 18, 2016. I also mentioned the Knit Girllls podcast and their KAL, Stash Dash. Check out their podcast. I also mentioned a new to me video podcast called Legacy Knitz. Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock! Crock Pot 5 Ingredient Honey Sriracha Chicken Love it or Leave it Love: Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Season 2, is out on Netflix. Leave: Packaging issues Stage Craft I've been doing a lot of sewing and finished a pattern I will definitely be making again. McCall's M6654 is a great value and I am learning more about lining garments and using my serger. I am loving the fabric selections from Girl Charlee Fabrics. I am currently working on a jumpsuit from Butterick's B6330. Other News and Notes Books I finished reading 2 books: Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave I started reading The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Running Thanks so much for donating to Team Taps and my efforts towards running the 41st annual Marine Corps Marathon in October of this year. Fundraising is far from over, so if you are interesting in donating, it's not too late. Other May is shaping up to be a very busy month and final exams will be here before I know it, so I hope to keep a regular recording schedule for the month.
That Stack Of Books with Nancy Pearl and Steve Scher - The House of Podcasts
For some readers, the love of mysteries started with Nancy Drew. Here are some suggestions for mystery readers from Nancy Pearl and the folks around the table at the Bryant Corner Cafe. Nancy Pearl says her enjoyment of mysteries is limited by some wince-worthy writing. But she avoids those writers. The books Nancy recommended and some suggestions from the rest of us around the table at The Bryant Corner Café, 32nd and 65th in the Bryant neighborhood in Seattle. We will be there next Tuesday, June 2nd at 3:15. Drop on by. William McIlvanney, The Laidlaw TrilogyMcIlvanney was the founder of what’s now being called Scottish Noir, and inspired writers Denise Mina, Val McDermid, Ian RankinIsraeli novelist Batya Gur and her Michael Ohayon series Tana French, Dublin Murder Squad seriesThe authors of the sub genre, mediaeval mysteries (suggested by Judy)Ellis PetersMargaret FraserC.J. SansomeHenning Mankell, Inspector Wallander series (suggested by Bill, though sometimes a little to gruesome for Nancy)Sue Grafton, Kinsey Milhone (we are up to X in the alphabet.)Faye Kellerman, (a few books featuring the Orthodox Jewish Rina Lazarus and police detective Peter Decker. These were a favorite of Nancy’s father.)Peter Temple (we can’t leave a mystery discussion without Nancy touting the Australian writer and the book, “The Broken Shore.)H. R. F Keating, Inspector Ghote series. Rose liked S.J. Gazan, The Dinosaur FeatherRobin likes Alexander Mccall Smith, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency. (Though Nancy finds them less mysteries than character driven stories. She isn’t sure they even belong in the mystery section and are an example of why she chaffs at putting books into different categories. ) Judy calls out Sherlock Holmes for re-reading. Nancy calls for Agatha Christie, even if, as she says, all the characters are just collections of ticks. For good mysteries with Roman themes, Keith enjoys the Flavia Alba mysteries by Lindsey DavisFor good writing and good mysteries with contemporary themes, Nancy recommends Walter Mosley and his Easy Rawlins series.Donna Leon’s Inspector Brunetti series and Andrea Camilleri’s Inspector Montalbano series are Steve’s favorites. Also, he suggests Pierre Magnan, “Death in the Truffle Woods.” Of course that takes us to Martin Walker’s Bruno, Chief of Police novels, also set in France.We mentioned that Soho Press has a Soho Crime imprint of interesting translated foreign mysteries. Also, here is a page from Dartmouth College that list mysteries from other lands. Other than the U.S. that is.What are your favorite mysteries by non-American writers? Share some titles with us, so we can read the mysteries folks across the world enjoy.
Internationally beloved bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith calls his hour-long chat with Word By Word host Gil Mansergh "something quite extraordinary...a real conversation." The creator of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency has over 100 titles in print. A fabled raconteur, McCall-Smith shares anecdotes and advice for other writers while reading selected passages from his latest challenge - the updating of a classic Jane Austen novel in Emma: A Modern Retelling.
In the studio with Aasmah Mir and Richard Coles this week is Conchita Wurst winner of Eurovision 2014. Conchita hails from Columbia and is the alter ego of Tom Neuwirth who was born in Austria. When she won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2014 with her song "Rise Like A Phoenix" she gained international fame - and also became a gay icon to the LGBT community all over the world. Conchita is a Drag Queen - not transgender. Jo Pavey has proved it's never too late to realise your dreams. The veteran mother of two shocked everyone, herself included, to become the oldest female European champion in history aged 40 years and 325 days. Jo has competed in four Olympics and won bronze in the 10,000m at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, and then gold in the European Championships. She is currently focusing on getting to Rio for her fifth Olympics. Jon Frost is an experienced customs officer. In his time as a uniformed officer Jon seized many weird and wonderful things: presidential aircraft, a working tank, cars, lorries, boats and coffins; and uncovered wild animals, killer snakes, bush meat, poisonous vodka, dodgy medicine, bootleg prescriptions, pirated pills, toxic alcohol, firearms, side-arms, swords, explosives, stolen gold, dirty money. Jon's book Anything to Declare is out now Carrie Hope Fletcher is currently playing the role of Eponine in Les Misérables at the Queen's Theatre in the West End and received the 2014 WhatsOnStage Award for Best Takeover in a Role in recognition of her performance.Through her phenomenally popular YouTube channel, ItsWayPastMyBedtime, Carrie has created a safe and positive space for young people to discuss their hopes and concerns online and now she will share her most personal thoughts and experiences in her first book. Part memoir, part advice guide, All I Know Now includes Carrie's thoughts on some of the topics she's asked about regularly: bullying, body image, relationships and perhaps the scariest question of all: what does the future hold for me? This week the Inheritance Tracks comes from the creator of the The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Scottish author Alexander McCall Smith. He has chosen to inherit We'll Meet Again sung by Vera Lynn and handing on Terzettino 'Soave sia il vento' from Cosi Fan Tutte' Producer: Maire Devine Editor: Karen Dalziel.
Creator of the The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, author Alexander McCall Smith, chose 'We'll Meet Again' by Vera Lynn and Terzettino 'Soave sia il vento' from Cosi Fan Tutte.
BHL: Conversations -- In this episode Black Hollywood Live host Cortez G West interviews Jill Scott. About Jill Scott: Jill Scott (born April 4, 1972) is an American singer, model and actress. Her 2000 debut, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1, went platinum, and the followups Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. and The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. (2007) both achieved gold status. She made her cinematic debut in the films Hounddog and Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married? in 2007. In Get On Up she plays the second wife of James Brown. She also appeared as the lead role in the BBC/HBO series The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency.
It’s our two year anniversary which means two things: 1. the return of the Make You Watchathon, where Simon and Kate each assign the other required viewing they probably wouldn’t watch otherwise, and 2. it’s gonna be a long show. Thankfully, the week in TV was fairly streamlined, but we still talk through our regular ... The post The Televerse #104- Make You Watchathon 2: No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, On Death Row, First Person appeared first on PopOptiq.
Celebrated Edinburgh novelist Alexander McCall Smith is the creator of the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, which has sold over a million copies in Australia. Smith is wise, witty, and full of observations on life and infectious good humour in this conversation at the Sydney Opera House.
6 November 2012 With dozens of best-selling novels and scores of memorable characters to his name, Alexander McCall Smith is one of Britain's most prolific and beloved authors. The creator of Precious Ramotswe and the The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency has taken his readers to Botswana, Scotland and Germany, and now in Trains and Lovers we embark on an unforgettable railway journey through the heart of Britain, in the company of four perfect strangers. As the train makes its way through the countryside, conversation begins to flow and stories - above all stories of love - begin to be told. Alexander was in conversation with Paul Blezard.
Purl Stitch Tension, The Principles of Knitting, Knots in my socks. Complete show notes at www.knittingpipeline.com This show by sponsored by my Longaberger Home Business and Quince& Co. The folks at Quince & Co believe that businesses can be good citizens—should be good citizens—without making too much a fuss about it. So, they have created a line of thoughtfully conceived yarns spun from American wool or sourced from earth friendly overseas suppliers. Find them at www.quinceandco.com and while you are there, sign up for their free e-newsletter. I enjoy your feedback, comments on the blog, and questions. Feel free to write to me at Paulaef@aol.com or on Ravelry as PrairiePiper. My business site is www.longaberger.com/paula BostenJen has a new podcast called Down Cellar StudioPodcast. Erin, MommyNeedsYarn has video from the Knitting Pipeline Retreat on her show. Episode 48 RetreatRecovery Thank you, Erin! Pipeliner Notes Bronwyn wrote on the group thread: I guess we’re all spun from the same sheep, knit from the same skein. Nature Notes 80 degrees the past few days; Why a warm winter does not mean more insects in summer. Spring Visitors: Pileated Woodpecker, Franklin the Wild Turkey, Spring Peepers, and huge flocks of blackbirds. Every day that is born into the world comes like a burst of music and rings the whole day through, and you make of it a dance, a dirge, or a life march, as you will. Thomas Carlyle Needle Notes SpinunLady wrote about the Purl Stitch being larger, a question Charr posed last week. Ysolda Teague Little Red in the City The Principles of Knitting by June Hemmons Hiatt The Principles of Private Detection by Clovis Andersen in Alexander McCall Smith’s #1 Ladies Detective Agency. I read a short passage from Blue Shoes and Happiness. Piper’s Journey KAL In The Pipeline Listening this week: CaithnessCraft Collective, Fiber Beat, Knit Knit Café, Knitting Brooklyn, Positively Overcommitted, and A Playful Day. Thanks to A Playful Day for a mentioning Knitting Pipeline on her show. Knitting: Socks. Austermannwool Step Classic had two knots, both of which landed on the heel and heel flap! Hyla Brook final sample for Quince and Co. Cardigan for me? NantucketJacket by Norah Gaughn, Paulie by Isabelle Kraemer, or EZ percentage sweater in Quince & Co Tern or Finch? The Lady Edith by Carrie Steinmetz Susan B Anderson toys McHenry and Fat Robin Watching: Watched Anatomy of Knitting. Erin is either switching to video or doing both; Lie to Me Tim Roth and Kelli Williams; The Good Wife; Project Runway All Stars; Owl Cam: The Hidden World. The Blethering Room A Visitor surprised me when I was playing my pipes by the creek. In The Piping Circle St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow! I will tweet. Music Dutch Pipes and Drums In Concert Haste ye back!
Bridget Kendall talks to those who are well known in one field but are experts in another. She talks to the prolific author Alexander McCall Smith, best known for The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency who's also an Emeritus Professor of Medical Law . They discuss how his academic interest in the legal and philosophical aspects of responsibility feed into his work as a novelist. Producer: Lucy Lunt.
The Amateur Traveler talks to Spencer Quong who is a adventure travel guide about his recent trip to Botswana in south central Africa. After reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency his traveling companions were drawn to this country and its incredible wildlife.
The Amateur Traveler talks to Spencer Quong who is a adventure travel guide about his recent trip to Botswana in south central Africa. After reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency his traveling companions were drawn to this country and its incredible wildlife.
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The Amateur Traveler talks to Spencer Quong who is a adventure travel guide about his recent trip to Botswana in south central Africa. After reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency his traveling companions were drawn to this country and its incredible wildlife.
The Amateur Traveler talks to Spencer Quong who is a adventure travel guide about his recent trip to Botswana in south central Africa. After reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency his traveling companions were drawn to this country and its incredible wildlife.
Best-selling author and creator of the award-winning 'No 1 Ladies Detective Agency' series, Alexander McCall Smith visited Dún Laoghaire on the 27th February 2010. He read an excerpt from his novel, 'The Double Comfort Safari Club' and discussed his work with an audience at the Pavilion Theatre in Dún Laoghaire.
CCH Pounder plays the enigmatic Mrs. Frederic in Syfy’s series Warehouse 13. All other information on Mrs. Frederic is strictly CLASSIFIED. Award-winning actress CCH Pounder last performed on screen in the James Cameron film, “Avatar,” for 20th Century Fox. Other most recent credits include the FOX comedy series, “Brothers,” the feature film “Orphan,” HBO's “The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency,” which garnered Pounder her fourth Emmy nomination (‘Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series’) and the independent feature film “Rain,” which earned praise at the Los Angeles Pan African Film Festival. For seven years, Pounder portrayed Claudette Wyms on the critically acclaimed FX series, “The Shield,” which earned her many accolades including a Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series Emmy nomination, NAACP Image Award nominations for Best Actress in a Drama Series, the MIB Prism Award for Outstanding Actress in a Television Drama, two Golden Satellite Awards for Performance by an Actress in a Series Drama, the Genii Excellence in TV Award from the Southern California Chapter of the American Women in Radio & TV and the LOOP Award from Lupus LA. Other honors for Pounder include an Emmy nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as ‘Dr. Angela Hickson’ the NBC series “ER” and an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her role in FOX's “The X-Files.” In addition, she received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Spoken Word Album for Grow Old Along With Me, The Best Is Yet To Come and won an AUDI, the Audio Publishers Association's top honor, for Women in the Material World. Film credits include “Bagdad Café,” “Prizzi’s Honor,” “Postcards from the Edge,” “Robocop 3,” “Sliver,” “Tales from the Crypt,” “Face/Off” and “End of Days.”
Alexander McCall Smith has written more than sixty books, including the best-selling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.
Katherine Hyde reviews The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith, published by Anchor Books.
Sue Lawley's castaway this week is the author Alexander McCall Smith. Alexander McCall Smith was an established professor of law, an expert on ethics and a part time musician when, at the age of 50, he wrote the book that turned his life on its head. The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency became a word of mouth best-seller. He has now written a series of books featuring Mma Precious Ramotswe, a 'traditionally built' Botswanan woman who spends as much time dealing with the trials of everyday life as solving crime. Her cases have included absent husbands, imposter fathers and missing children - all resolved using common sense and underpinned with a strong sense of the importance of traditional African social values. Alexander McCall Smith's fascination with, and devotion to, Africa is not surprising - he was born and brought up in Zimbabwe - then Southern Rhodesia - only moving to Britain when he began his legal studies. He visits Botswana every year. Even as a child he was a keen writer, and he was a published author for many years before he devised his most celebrated creation. His books are now printed in more than 30 languages and in 2004 he was named the Booksellers' Association Author of the Year. [Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs] Favourite track: Soave sia il Vento by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Book: Collection by W H Auden Luxury: A handmade pair of shoes
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