Podcasts about Leicestershire

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We're on a break at the moment to get married and enjoy a bit of time either side of our wedding, but, to fill the gap, this is the second of two new compilation episodes containing a trio of stories from across our earlier series. We have entitled this episode Three Tragedies, because these stories all involve the impacts of loss – be that the loss of an idea, the loss of a way of living, or the loss of a person whose absence has rippled across time ever since. They include our second-lap Devon story, Kitty Jay's Grave, our recent Essex story, The Rage of Boudica, and our rather sad ghost story from our Series 6 Leicestershire episode, Route 616 – so have a hanky ready if you're inclined to get weepy.We really hope you enjoy them, and we'll be back on Monday with our next County Episode all about the history and folklore of Wiltshire, which will be the first of 'The Final Five' episodes marking the end of our second lap all around England's 39 historic counties!The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jon Norman is joined by two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as both George Dobell and Nick Friend from The Cricketer to look back at the latest round of County Championship matches. They discuss Somerset's thrilling three-wicket win over Essex, and whether that can kickstart their season. They also reflect on Durham's high-scoring draw with Hampshire, and praise both Leicestershire and Middlesex for their victories. As well as this, they discuss the latest England squad named for the one-off Test against Zimbabwe, with Essex bowler Sam Cook earning his first call-up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nottingham Forest suffered a third defeat in four Premier League games as they lost 2-0 at home to Brentford after conceding two horrible goals. Matt Davies is joined by Mark Sutherns, Pete Blackburn and former Reds midfielder David Prutton to review the game and look ahead to the final four fixtures of the season.

In this episode we chat with both Hampshire and Leicestershire players Tom Scriven and Scott Currie! This is quite a unique episode as we have all played with each other but not at the same time?! Both of these guys have really exciting futures in the game after really top class recent seasons for Leicestershire (Scott on loan). We discuss Using the loan system Skills and behaviours they recently developed Having a desire to learn Keith challenging the young Hampshire lads A good old fashioned spray and taking things seriously! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow us on all our social media platforms! You can find us on Instagram, Tiktok and X! All the best  Wrighty and Barks @lifeOfChrisWright @k13bkr @thebowlersunion This episode is brought to you in association with Gray-Nicolls! We are delighted they support us and you can receive a discount off their amazing products. Visit their website Gray-Nicolls | Cricket Bats | Loyalty Points | Free UK Shipping and claim your discount using the code here! A_TBUP20

Welcome to Episode 331 of The County Cricket Podcast! On today's episode, hosts Aaron, Joe and Matt sat down to look back on the key moments and major talking points from the Fourth Round of the 2025 County Championship such as Josh Tongue's stellar bowling display against Sussex at Trent Bridge, Durham's crucial 6-wicket victory over Worcestershire at New Road, Max Holden's blistering start to the season for Middlesex and Leicestershire's mightily impressive team effort against Gloucestershire in Bristol. If you enjoyed this episode please feel free to share it with any cricket fans that you know and be sure to follow us on Twitter for daily County Cricket and Podcast updates!   Check out Joe and Matt's socials here: https://x.com/Joe_Nuttall9 https://x.com/MatthewWhiley   Check out our Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thecountycricketpodcast   Check out our Twitter here: https://twitter.com/TheCountyCrick2   Check out our £1 Patreon membership here:  https://www.patreon.com/thecountycricketpodcast   This episode of The County Cricket Podcast was brought to you in association with our friends at Bear Cricket:  https://www.bearcricket.co.uk/

Jon Norman is joined by two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison and George Dobell & Nick Friend from The Cricketer to look back at the latest round of County Championship games. They reflect on Somerset's difficult start to the season, and debate if they are now in a relegation battle. They also discuss Durham getting their first win of the season, and ask if Surrey can now push on after they too won for the first time this year. They praise Leicestershire's start to the season in Division Two, look back at the opening round of One-Day Cup games in the Women's game, and preview this week's County Championship fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 18, Episode 9: With the power outage in Lisbon it's Daniel Norcross stepping in this week as Adam returns to a familiar sofa under the Jardine portrait in Tooting. Fronting the agenda are off-field discussions following our Richard Gould interview, extending to how the English game might look after its latest review. The County Championship is never dull, with the Foxes of Leicestershire hunting for their first promotion as the Surrey machine clicks into top gear for the first time in 2025. There's also plenty of action to recap in the Women's One Day Cup before Ben Jones (on his 30th birthday!) takes us to India where the rest of the world is so focused – a staggering 35-ball ton by 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at ⁠⁠patreon.com/thefinalword⁠⁠ Tickets for our Wormsley match, August 18: ⁠⁠uk.emma-live.com/WormsleyFinal2025⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Wisden Cricketers' Almanack and never pay RRP for it again: www.wisdenalmanack.com/subscribe Get your big NordVPN discount: ⁠⁠nordvpn.com/tfw⁠⁠ Sort out expat finances with Odin Mortgage & Tax: ⁠⁠odinmortgage.com/partner/the-final-word⁠⁠ Maurice Blackburn Lawyers - fighting for the rights of workers since 1919: ⁠⁠mauriceblackburn.com.au⁠⁠ Get 10% off Glenn Maxwell's sunnies: ⁠⁠t20vision.com/FINALWORD⁠⁠ Save more, earn more—up to 4.48% AER (variable). Interest rates are tiered, with the top rate for balances over £1M. Each tiered rate applies to the portion within that range. New Tide members get these rates free for 6 months; after that, your Tide plan's rates apply. For full offer T&Cs visit ⁠⁠https://tide.co/savings⁠⁠ Claim your £100 cash back (for a £5k deposit) at: ⁠⁠https://tide.co/offers/tfw⁠⁠ Find previous episodes at ⁠⁠finalwordcricket.com⁠⁠ Title track by ⁠⁠Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 14 year old wunderkid Vaibhav Suryavanshi has just assaulted four international bowlers for a 35 ball hundred in the IPL: Its the second fastest IPL hundred of all time after Chris Gayle's 30 ball effort in 2013, and earned him the nickname Boss Baby. After trying to digest this astonishing performance, Simon Hughes and Simon Mann talk to Leicestershire's Ian Holland, the leading wicket-taker in Division 2, about being top of the table, who are the best all-rounders in the county game and who has the silliest nicknames. Final week of entering the free Test match tickets competition by subscribing to The Cricverse at https://cricverse.substack.com/p/test-cricket-the-next-phase?r=lo2wd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Henry Winter returns to give us his thoughts on Nottingham Forest's FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City at Wembley and the race for the Champions League places. We all discuss City's interest in Morgan Gibbs-White and the potential signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this episode of the SENDcast, Dale discusses informal SEND provision in mainstream primary schools with Kate Browning, an experienced SEND consultant. They explore the increasing demand for inclusive education amid a rise in children with complex needs and the challenges schools face in effectively supporting these students. Kate highlights what good practice looks like when thinking about establishing an informal SEND provision and what the potential dangers and unintended consequences are.  Key points include:  Growing Inclusion Needs Parental Choice vs. School Capability Positive Impact of Informal Provision Importance of High Expectations Collaborative Support Normalisation of Differences “Share, develop, widen, broaden and resource appropriately so that we can really evolve what that mainstream education offer can look like.” Kate Browning Overall, the episode highlights the importance of thoughtful implementation of informal provisions and the need for ongoing support and collaboration to ensure all children can succeed in inclusive educational settings. About Kate Browning For over 25 years, I have been passionately committed to supporting schools to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Over this time, I have worked as a SENCo, a SEN Advisory teacher, a Local Authority School Improvement Officer for SEND and interim Education Development Officer for NASEN. I now work as an independent consultant specialising in school improvement for SEND.   I have supported NASEN in writing guidance and delivering national training on the SEND Code of Practice for SENCOs. I have a successful track record of working with individual schools Trusts and Universities to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND thorough consultancy, training and producing written guidance. I also support Local Authorities in reviewing and developing their strategy for identifying, making provision and improving outcome for CYP with SEND.   I taught the National Award for SEN Coordination and now teach on the NPQ SENCO. I facilitate SENCo Networks for schools across Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Coventry. I am an experienced Chair of Governors and SEND Governor of a large Junior school. My approach is wholly collaborative, positive and focused on empowering those I work with to make a sustainable difference to improving outcomes for children with SEND.  Contact Kate kate.browning2@gmail.com www.x.com/@kate_browning2 Useful Links B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

Jon Norman is joined by two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as Nick Friend and George Dobell from thecricketer.com to look back at Round 3 of the County Championship. They debate if Essex bowler Sam Cook will make his Test debut for England against Zimbabwe next month & discuss what the bowling line-up will look like for the game at Trent Bridge. They also discuss the week's action, as Middlesex beat Glamorgan, Rehan Ahmed scores a century for Leicestershire, and Ollie Pope returns to form with Surrey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies is joined by Chris McGuane, the head of Nottingham Forest's Academy, and former Forest Academy boss Nick Marshall, who is now assistant academy director at Liverpool. We discuss the changing face of Academy football, the dangerous influences on young players with social media, releasing players and the pressure to produce first team players. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Tune into this week's episode for a deepening into the Sun's Taurean effect. This grounding & stabilising force will be with us for the next 4 weeks...Discover how Taurus brings:Stability & Grounding: Craving routine, calm, and security. Sensuality & Pleasure: Focus on physical comfort, beauty, nature, food, etc. Persistence & Patience: Steady progress is favored over bold leaps. Material Focus: Greater attention to finances, possessions, and value. Inner Strength: Encourages resilience and a quiet kind of power.Earth Connection: Deepened connection to nature.Join me online for the Membership circle or for the in-person new moon circle at Cotesbeach, Leicestershire on Wednesday 23rd April.We deeply appreciate your continued support. And because we value your committment to your soul growth & light journey, we would love to connect with you on a deeper level!Follow us on Instagram @lunarlightworker Join our Facebook LunarLightCommunityIf you really enjoyed this episode, I would love for you to leave me a 5 star review or share it with a friend.Love & light,Zoe, founder of Lunar Light Worker xx

This blue cannibalistic, vampiric boogey-woman roams the countryside preying upon young children in Leicestershire.  MUSIC COURTESY OF:

On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by storyteller, library manager, and Secretary of the Leicestershire and Rutland Guild of Storytelling, Matthew Vaughan.Matt has been a storyteller for well over a decade. Since 2011 he has also worked in East Midlands' Public Library Services, and, in addition to working as a storyteller in Early Years, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Colleges, Universities, Youth organisations, the Care, Health and Heritage Sectors, and in Prisons, he tells stories in libraries as part of his job. As Matt explains in the episode, he particularly enjoys performing international folk tales, along with Wonder Tales of all kinds, and he also has a particular interest in the stories of working folk of Britain and the wild places of our islands. To learn more about the Guild and the Story Tree project as mentioned in the episode, do visit leicesterstorytelling.com. If you are interested in learning more about Matt's work or would like to book him to tell stories to you or your school group or community organisation, please do get in touch with him via his profile on the Society for Storytelling website, sfs.org.uk. Otherwise, settle in around the cosy confines of the Three Ravens campfire for a conversation which ranges from the drowned villages beneath Rutland Water to the politics of how to hang a horseshoe, from the smallest man in history to one of the biggest, via witches, poachers, and dastardly highwayman, with a true Local Legend, Matthew Vaughan!We really hope you enjoy it, and will be back on Monday with our brand new County Episode all about the history and folklore of Herefordshire!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies is joined by Sky Sports commentator Seb Hutchinson to discuss Nottingham Forest's Champions League chances after defeat to Aston Villa. We also discuss their summer transfer plans and FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this week's episode of the Mullins Farrier Podcast, I sit down with Alex Mercer, a military-trained farrier from Leicestershire, England. Alex shares his journey from the King's Troop to civilian practice, competing internationally, launching his own tool business, and teaching the next generation of farriers. Tune in to hear about his experiences, the evolution of farrier practices, and the incredible support within the farrier community!  Subscribe today for full episodes: www.mullinsfarrier.supercast.com

On this week's episode of Three Ravens we're off to Rutland to explore the history and folklore of England's smallest county - on the back of a dinosaur!We start off chatting about a couple of beautifully obscure traditions that take place around this time each year, including one involving a jacket on a flagpole and another relating to a Secret Society in Somerset, after which we ramble on to Rutland!We begin with a sad fact: Rutland may actually be about to disappear! In addition to which, we talk about some traditional Rutland sports, including Nurdles and Leg Wrestling, the incredible Uppingham Fossil Wall, the Cecil family's rather grand country manor, and a whole bunch of ghosts - all before Eleanor welcomes us to a picnic beside Rutland water for this week's County Dish...Next, with our dinosaur still in tow, we whip over to Exton Park for some miniature historic naval battles, say a quick hello to the ancient pagan Braunston Goddess, discuss Oakham's macabre history of crime and punishment, and more, all enriched by some excerpts from Saturday's upcoming Local Legends interview with Matthew Vaughan from the Leicestershire and Rutland Guild of Storytelling.Then it's on to the main event: Eleanor's folk-horror inflected telling of "The Oakham Poachers" - a tale remembered in a murder ballad, featuring a mythical creature living in Empingham Old Wood...We really hope you enjoy the episode, and will be back on Thursday with a new Three Ravens Bestiary bonus episode about Mermaids, all before the full interview with Matt comes out on Saturday!The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies is joined by Pete Blackburn and European Cup winner Colin Barrett to reflect on Nottingham Forest's 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League as they moved one step closer to the Champions League at the City Ground. We also discuss what football finance expert Kieran Maguire told us about the summer spending power after the club's accounts for 2023/24 were released. #NFFC #nottinghamforest

In part 5 of our guide to Palitoy Pete, Dan, Jon and Dave are back for more Palitoy talk, and take a deep dive into some Palitoy related collecting mysteries and scandals. We kick things off digging into the Palitoy Landfill; could there really be buried vintage Star Wars treasure somewhere in Leicestershire? Or is all just a collector's pipe dream? Then Lee Bullock drops in to lay some science on us as we discuss the  legendary, yet still controversial Grey Limbed Hoth Stormtrooper. We then cap things off with an epic discussion on Toy Toni. Almost 12 years on from the scandal first breaking, we take a look back at the reaction then, and how community view Toy Toni's today. Have the wounds healed? who was to Toni? And just where are the rest of those card-backs? We can't promised all the answers, but we can promise a lively and insightful discussion.

This week we're in Leicestershire exploring the beautiful Welland Valley with countryside writer and farming expert Tim Relf. Plodcast host Fergus walks through this stunning, overlooked landscape with Tim and they discuss farming issues such as the controversial proposed changes to inheritance tax and the Sustainable Farming Incentive. To learn more about the Neville family, as mentioned by Tim, listen to The Plodcast Ep. 277 with Annie Garthwaite. UK Plodcast listeners can take adventage of a special subscription to BBC Countryfile Magazine where you can receive you first 3 issues for just £6. Head to www.ourmediashop.com/plodcast25 The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 and the PPA Podcast of the Year 2022. If you've enjoyed the plodcast, don't forget to leave likes and positive reviews. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: theplodcast@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. The Plodcast is produced by Jack Bateman and Lewis Dobbs. The theme tune was written and performed by Blair Dunlop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by author and storyteller Tom “The Tale Teller” Phillips.Leicestershire born and raised, Tom is the county's most celebrated storyteller - even the Leicestershire Guild of Storytellers told us, directly, that he is the person to talk to about Leicestershire's lore. And just a fraction of his knowledge and passion is on show in his collection Leicestershire Folk Tales for Children - but that's only part of the story.Having trained and worked as a primary school teacher with a passion for legends, and with experience, too, as a gardener, groundskeeper and cleaner, over 15 years ago Tom began his work as a professional storyteller and has gone from strength to strength.Through his use of puppets, traditional storytelling techniques, and a head full of tales, he has been enrapturing audiences of all ages. He then wrote his second book, with the third now on its way, as we discuss during the episode.As such, gather round the Three Ravens campfire for a warm, open, friendly conversation which ranges from Black Annis and Richard III to Lady Jane Grey, haunted country houses, and kidnapping giants.We really hope you enjoy it, and will be back on Monday with our brand new County Episode all about the history and folklore of Essex!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies is joined by TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton to discuss the latest Nottingham Forest news after Morgan Gibbs-White was an unused sub for England against Latvia. We also hear from Chris Wood on his injury and discuss the latest transfer news as Forest are linked with Atalanta's Ademola Lookman. We also put Adam's expertise on Serie A and European football to good use by asking about potential signings and how the Reds would fare in Europe next season if they qualify. #nffc #nottinghamforest

On this week's episode of Three Ravens, we are diving deep into the pink river of Leicestershire's history and folklore - and Eleanor has written a real weepy story, so brace yourself for that one!We start off discussing the Nothing Day that is the 24th March - a day which used to be something, all before the Julian calendar happened, and the Archangel Michael got a bit big for his boots. After which we lollop into Leicestershire!We start with some curious aspects of the county's heritage and culture, including its significant and vibrant immigrant populations, the Hallaton Treasure, the gargantuan legacy of Daniel Lambert, the "Fattest Man in England" as he once was, the rather evil 'Leicester Boy', and more, all before Eleanor gets us all in a jumble for this week's County Dish...Next, we dig into some folklore, including the Birstall Shagdog, the Griffin of Griffydam, some of Leicestershire's strange traditions such as the "Whipping Toms" and Bottle Kicking, all informed by some excerpts from Saturday's full Local Legends interview with Leicestershire local, author and storyteller Tom "The Tale Teller" Phillips.Then it's on to the main event: Eleanor's story "Route 616," which is sad and beautiful and revolves around post-war bus journey!We really hope you enjoy it, and will be back on Thursday with both a new Magus bonus episode about Mother Shipton and our Patreon Exclusive Film Club episode for April about The Cry of the Banshee, all before the full interview with Tom comes out on Saturday!The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by academic, storyteller, author, and bona fide expert in Buckinghamshire's folklore, Dr Terrie “Red Phoenix” Howie.Terrie, who performs as “Red Phoenix” when she's leading workshops or telling stories, would be an absolutely worthwhile guest for this episode just from a storytelling perspective. She has performed all over the country as well as internationally, and has been a professional storyteller for over 25 years.However, as you will hear during our conversation, Terrie has made two additional, really important contributions to the modern folklore landscape. The two are interrelated, and both are very interesting.The first is her PhD research, which set out to prove the impacts storytelling has on people. Because, as we can all probably say, and many of the people we've interviewed for Local Legends have attested to this, there's no doubt that storytelling has power – for adult audiences, not just for children – and Terrie has gone out of her way, at personal cost, to prove as much.The second, which, as she explains, came sort of hand in glove with the PhD, was that she set about collecting, for the first time ever, a proper corpus of folklore and folktales from Buckinghamshire, and her book, Buckinghamshire Folk Tales, is just one of the products of all of that work.As such, settle in for a deep and fascinating conversation which ranges from dragons to demon summonings, bull riding Anglo Saxons to vampires, and engages with really big ideas - not least how each of us creates an identity through telling our stories of ourselves.We really hope that you enjoy it, and will be back on Monday with our brand new County Episode, in which we will be lolloping through the history and folklore of Leicestershire!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue our chat with Lammie from The Vaults and Tim Sexton, Entomologist and Senior Species Recording Officer for the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.

Former Nottingham Forest manager Paul Hart returns to the podcast to discuss his visits to the City Ground this season, the art of management, lessons learned from Brian Clough and if he will ever retire. #nffc #nottinghamforest

We are hosted by Lammie in The Vaults, Uppingham, Rutland, and our special guest is an entomologist, Tim Sexton who is the senior species recording officer for the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.

Nottingham Forest fan and comedian Matt Forde returns to the podcast to discuss the final weeks of a brilliant season, the prospects of watching Champions League games at the City Ground and touring with a new outlook on life. #nffc #nottinghamforest (There is some swearing in this episode as an advanced warning in case you listen with kids) 

Women's football has come a long way, but there are still barriers to break. In this episode of 'The Bold Tackle,' we sit down with Megan Connolly, Football Development Officer for Leicestershire and Rutland FA, to discuss the push for more opportunities, the importance of role models, and why coaching isn't just about football knowledge. Whether you're a player, a parent, or just a fan, this conversation is one you won't want to miss!

Matt Davies is joined by the Guardian's John Brewin and BBC Radio Five Live's Charlie Slater to discuss Nottingham Forest's rise from relegation contenders to Champions League candidates. We also discuss whether this season is a one-off or not and the prospects of Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson playing for England under Thomas Tuchel. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this week's episode TV chef and food writer Shivi Ramoutar joins host Samuel Goldsmith to share her culinary adventures, her love of the Caribbean cuisine and her journey from law to food. She discusses her childhood memories of Trinidad and Leicestershire, her TV show with Jimmy Doherty and offers practical cooking tips and techniques. Join us for a delightful and informative conversation filled with humour, nostalgia, and mouth-watering dishes. Shivi Ramoutar was born in Trinidad to culturally diverse parents and brought up in the heady heights of New York, the grassy fields of the English countryside, and the eclectic buzz of London. It has meant that her first love, Caribbean food, has also been taken on a journey, still ongoing... With the help of her adventures, Shivi has made it her culinary mission to twist these classic Caribbean dishes and ingredients from her childhood into her own contemporary delights. Her first cookery book, Caribbean Modern was published in 2015 and her latest cookbook, Cook Clever: One Chop, No Waste, All Taste, was published in 2023. Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking story of Kayleigh Haywood, a 15-year-old from Leicestershire whose misplaced trust in the wrong person led to a devastating outcome. Join us as we recount the events that transpired over just a few days, highlighting the dangers of online grooming and the relentless efforts to bring those responsible to justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies is joined by Garry Birtles, Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn as they discuss Nottingham Forest's win against Exeter City in the FA Cup. It was a poor performance from the Reds before they ultimately got past the League One side 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. We look at who stood at and who is potentially facing an uncertain future at Forest. #NFFC #nottinghamforest

A comprehensive guide to touring Disney's Hollywood Studios, covering strategies for both families with young children and adults/older kids. Features expert advice from Disney travel specialists on maximizing your park experience.Key Topics CoveredEarly entry strategies and rope drop tipsBest touring plans for families with young childrenAdult and thrill-seeker touring strategiesLightning Lane recommendationsDining options for all agesRecent park changes and upcoming closuresFamily-Friendly Touring HighlightsMorning strategy for Toy Story LandBest attractions for young childrenCharacter meet-and-greet opportunitiesDisney Junior experiencesFamily dining recommendationsTips for handling height restrictionsAdult & Thrill Seeker TipsStrategies for Rise of the ResistanceGalaxy's Edge optimizationSunset Boulevard attractionsAdult dining recommendationsEvening entertainment optionsSingle rider line advantagesDining RecommendationsQuick ServiceWoody's Lunch BoxABC CommissaryBacklot ExpressDocking Bay 7Table ServiceRoundup Rodeo BBQHollywood & VineThe Hollywood Brown DerbySci-Fi Dine-In TheaterImportant Updates for 2025Muppet*Vision 3D closing June 7, 2025Mama Melrose's closing May 10, 2025Rock 'n' Roller Coaster transformation announcementNew Monsters Inc. land developmentPro TipsEarly morning arrival strategiesHidden character meet-and-greet locationsShow scheduling recommendationsEvening park experience optimizationTransportation options via Disney SkylinerWhere in the World SegmentFeatured Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire, EnglandHome to Taylor's Bell Foundry MuseumBritain's last major bell foundryHistorical significance since 1859Contact InformationVisMade in Spain Whether you're an expat chasing the dream, a traveller inspired by European elegance...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyWant to cruise with Ryan and Julie in July 2025? Join our cruise with friends of the podcast (yes, that's you as a listener)! Check out the details: https://forms.gle/Jpikq82XPQS63v5N8Visit our website, allthingstravelpodcast.com, for freebies and more podcast info! Ready to plan your vacation? Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress! Visit our website www.allthingstravelpodcast.com and click on "Plan Your Next Vacation" Join the travel conversations and the fun in our Facebook Page and Instagram Page! Please share the show with your travel buddies!! Click this link and share the show! Never miss an episode and help us take you to the top with us by following and leaving a 5-Star review on your favorite podcasting app!

Petit pays d'1 600 000 habitants au cœur des Balkans. Toujours pas reconnu par l'ensemble de la communauté internationale. En opposition frontale avec la Serbie qui nie son existence, le Kosovo renouvelle son Parlement à la fin de la semaine. Des élections qui lui permettent de promouvoir son modèle de démocratie. Reportage à Gjakova de Louis Seiller.   Avec les Mardis du Grand Continent : 2025 sera le moment polonaisLe pays a pris pour 6 mois la présidence du conseil de l'Union européenne, mais surtout il est en première  ligne face à la Russie, à la guerre en Ukraine et il est en passe de devenir la première force militaire de l'UE. Le diplomate Pierre Buhler était l'invité des Mardis du Grand Continent avec lequel nous sommes partenaires.Juliette Gheerbrant lui a demandé pourquoi son pays avait aujourd'hui un rôle aussi central face à la guerre en Russie.Le livre de Pierre Buhler «Pologne histoire d'une ambition» est publié chez Tallandier.Le débat des Mardis du Grand Continent est à retrouver ICI.La presse européenne de Franceline Beretti On a a beaucoup parlé de défense entre dirigeants européens en début de semaine à Bruxelles. Même le Premier ministre britannique Keir Starmer avait fait le déplacement. Il y a urgence à mettre en place une capacité de production européenne d'armement pour ne pas tout acheter aux Américains. Mais bien d'autre débats viennent se greffer sur ces questions de défense...  La fausse chasse à courre britanniqueC'est une image qui nous ramène aux traditions de la noblesse rurale de l'Angleterre de toujours. La chasse à courre, ses rites, ses meutes de chiens, ses costumes. Pour l'essentiel, il s'agit d'une chasse au renard qui est interdite depuis 2004 dans le pays. Mais les chasseurs continuent de faire comme si... Avec des leurres, des odeurs de renard disséminées dans la forêt, les cavaliers font semblant de chasser pour continuer la tradition. C'est le reportage de Marie Billon dans le Leicestershire.  

Petit pays d'1 600 000 habitants au cœur des Balkans. Toujours pas reconnu par l'ensemble de la communauté internationale. En opposition frontale avec la Serbie qui nie son existence, le Kosovo renouvelle son Parlement à la fin de la semaine. Des élections qui lui permettent de promouvoir son modèle de démocratie. Reportage à Gjakova de Louis Seiller.   Avec les Mardis du Grand Continent : 2025 sera le moment polonaisLe pays a pris pour 6 mois la présidence du conseil de l'Union européenne, mais surtout il est en première  ligne face à la Russie, à la guerre en Ukraine et il est en passe de devenir la première force militaire de l'UE. Le diplomate Pierre Buhler était l'invité des Mardis du Grand Continent avec lequel nous sommes partenaires.Juliette Gheerbrant lui a demandé pourquoi son pays avait aujourd'hui un rôle aussi central face à la guerre en Russie.Le livre de Pierre Buhler «Pologne histoire d'une ambition» est publié chez Tallandier.Le débat des Mardis du Grand Continent est à retrouver ICI.La presse européenne de Franceline Beretti On a a beaucoup parlé de défense entre dirigeants européens en début de semaine à Bruxelles. Même le Premier ministre britannique Keir Starmer avait fait le déplacement. Il y a urgence à mettre en place une capacité de production européenne d'armement pour ne pas tout acheter aux Américains. Mais bien d'autre débats viennent se greffer sur ces questions de défense...  La fausse chasse à courre britanniqueC'est une image qui nous ramène aux traditions de la noblesse rurale de l'Angleterre de toujours. La chasse à courre, ses rites, ses meutes de chiens, ses costumes. Pour l'essentiel, il s'agit d'une chasse au renard qui est interdite depuis 2004 dans le pays. Mais les chasseurs continuent de faire comme si... Avec des leurres, des odeurs de renard disséminées dans la forêt, les cavaliers font semblant de chasser pour continuer la tradition. C'est le reportage de Marie Billon dans le Leicestershire.  

This week Eddie is back on Tour and preparing for his return to competitive golf by burning his forehead in Qatar. But before contemplating his own form, Eddie and the other two less talented golfers are able to reflect on a weekend of popular victories with the very tall Laurie Canter moving close to the top-50 in the world after victory in Bahrain and Rory McIlroy closing in on Scottie Scheffler at the very top of the rankings with his dominant display at Pebble Beach.There's plenty more besides, including Andrew detailing his short career as a motivational speaker and Iain telling us how he came to play for Leicestershire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A damning report into the state of the NHS has revealed patients are dying in corridors and can go undiscovered for hours.The Royal College of Nursing published findings, based on the experiences of more than 5,000 UK nurses, into the state of care in England's hospitals as staff try to manage the number of people needing care.The “harrowing” report comes amid soaring ambulance waiting times and tells of patients sitting for days in chairs due to a lack of beds, patients lying in corridors and treatment delays.The Standard podcast is joined by Mathew Hulbert, a volunteer patient leader at Just Treatment, which campaigns for public health investment, fair pay for NHS staff and an end to outsourcing of NHS services.His 78-year-old mother, Jackie, died in July 2022 from sepsis in hospital - after waiting 11 hours for paramedics following a fall at home in Leicestershire.In part two, the deputy of Chancellor Rachel Reeves has signalled cutbacks in some public spending to channel more funds into the Labour government's dash for growth.It comes as Office for National Statistics data released on Wednesday showed GDP increased by just 0.1 per cent.The London Standard's political editor, Nicholas Cecil, examines what's to come in the months ahead for government departments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 with Liverpool as they put in a brilliant defensive performance against the Premier League leaders in front of a fired up City Ground crowd as they serenaded visiting manager Arne Slot. We'll discuss the game in full, brilliant performances from the likes of Matz Sels and Murillo and the latest transfer news on Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina as Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple, Pete Blackburn and Forest legend Garry Birtles. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this episode, we uncover the shocking details surrounding the murder of Jason Hill. A man with a turbulent past, Hill's contentious history made him a polarising figure in life and death. Join us as we delve into the fateful Christmas morning when simmering tensions escalated into a deadly confrontation, the devastating aftermath, and the courtroom drama that revealed a complex web of vengeance and violence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sky Sports commentator Seb Hutchinson and the i paper's chief football writer Daniel Storey return to the podcast to discuss Nottingham Forest's Premier League title chase, the win over Wolves and reports of contract talks progress with Murillo, Ola Aina and Chris Wood #NFFC #nottinghamforest

A stronger vision for farming and more money - that's the call from the Wildlife Trusts in a new report which makes the case for investment in nature to protect the UK's food security. It says that at a time when climate change impacts are starting to bite, the restoration of nature is critical to feeding the country.Mike Wilkins is an arable farmer from Wiltshire - and was also a contestant on the latest season of The Great British Bake Off. We've been to meet him and try one of his latest bakes.And, over the past few years artificial fertilisers have got a lot more expensive. Along with their environmental impact, that's concentrated minds on how to reduce their use without seeing a big impact on yields. We visit a research project in Leicestershire were new nitrogen fixing technology is being used.Presented by Charlotte Smith Produced by Heather Simons

As 2024 comes to an end, we name our top five Nottingham Forest players of the calendar year. A tough list to compile! We also discuss the latest Reds news including transfer interest in Chris Wood and a ban for Wolves forward Matheus Cunha ahead of Monday's game. Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple, Mark Sutherns and Paul Morley. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Match of the Day commentator Guy Mowbray returns to the show having commentated on Nottingham Forest's wins over Manchester United and Aston Villa. We also discuss Forest's chances of securing European football next season, what makes Forest work and why Guy has come to like Nuno. #nffc #nottinghamforest

On today's episode I speak with Prof. Michael Wilson, Professor of Drama and Director of the Storytelling Academy at Loughborough University in Leicestershire, UK. Dr. Wilson shares information about his ongoing research agenda into storytelling as a scientific tool. This project's connection to UMBC is through Dr. Sarah Jewett of UMBC's Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Public Health, who is completing a Fulbright semester at Loughborough this year. Check out the following links for more information on UMBC, CS3, and our host: The UMBC Center for the Social Sciences Scholarship The University of Maryland, Baltimore County Ian G. Anson, Ph.D. Retrieving the Social Sciences is a production of the UMBC Center for Social Science Scholarship.  Our podcast host is Dr. Ian Anson and our Director is Dr. Eric Stokan. Our production intern is Jean Kim. Our theme music was composed and recorded by D'Juan Moreland (UMBC '24).  Special thanks to Amy Barnes and Myriam Ralston for production assistance.  Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where you can find full video recordings of recent UMBC events.

In this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Lucy Marsden from Leicestershire in the UK.Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that. In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. You can connect directly with Gin in the Ask Gin group, and she will answer all of your questions personally. If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group. After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group. Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that! There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like. Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math. If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available. IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at ginstephens.com/community. Lucy is a repeat guest, and she first appeared on episode 134. She began living the intermittent fasting lifestyle in 2017, after learning about Dr. Michael Moseley's 5:2 approach. She went to Facebook to find a group about intermittent fasting, and ended up in Gin's original Facebook group where she soon became an active member and later a moderator. Lucy's preference for a balanced, nutritious diet aligned with her job as a cookery teacher, making it more practical for her to eat less frequently throughout the day. Over time, she adapted to a relaxed one meal a day approach, which is the lifestyle she lives today. Gin and Lucy talk about how they both define “one meal a day” as a multi-course meal that spans several hours, rather than one plate of food in a short period of time. Lucy discusses the significant dietary changes she made based on her Zoe test results, eliminating foods like white rice, pasta, and bread that didn't work well for her body. She found delicious swaps such as barley and pulses such as lentils and beans, which she incorporates into weekly meal preparations. Lucy's meal prep routine involves making weekly pulse mixtures and mega salads composed of various sprouts, herbs, and whatever ingredients she has on hand, optimizing her efficiency in the kitchen. She emphasizes the practical approach of batching and freezing meal components for quick and healthy eating options throughout the week. Her dietary adjustments have not only boosted her nutrition but have also introduced her into the world of easy ferments, leading her to work on a new book that simplifies the fermenting process with recipes like pineapple kraut.Lucy and Gin reflect on their mutual experiences going through the Zoe program, which encourages you to work with your unique body to find the foods that work best for you. Despite initial disappointing results, Lucy has seen significant improvements in her health and microbiome scores by focusing on probiotic foods and transitioning to healthier fats like olive oil. A particular highlight is Lucy's fondness for creating versatile, flavorful meals without strict measurements, featuring fresh, nutritious ingredients. Her latest cookbook, I'll Have What Lucy's Having, is designed to be user-friendly, providing tips on batch cooking, freezing, and growing sprouts, targeting everyday convenience rather than complex, time-consuming recipes. Throughout the episode, both Gin and Lucy underscore the transformative benefits of intermittent fasting, particularly for gut health and overall well-being. Lucy's personal anecdotes reveal how fasting has become a sustainable lifestyle that doesn't feel at all like a restrictive diet, allowing her to enjoy foods like cheese and avocados freely. She advises newcomers to gradually delay meals and reduce eating frequencies, insisting the practice will become easier with time and adaptation. Lucy's final advice is clear: the journey to adopting intermittent fasting should be simplified, emphasizing real, high-quality foods eaten within restricted time windows to enhance health without overcomplicating the process. You can find Lucy at https://fresherbites.co.uk/.Check out our sponsor Zoe at ZOE.com, use code IFSTORIES10 to get 10% off your membershipGet Gin's books at: https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html. Good news! The second edition of Delay, Don't Deny is now available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and audiobook. This is the book that you'll want to start with or share with others, as it is a simple introduction to IF. It's been updated to include the clean fast, an easier to understand and more thorough description of ADF and all of your ADF options, and an all new success stories section. When shopping, make sure to get the second edition, which has a 2024 publication date. The audiobook for the second edition is available now! Join Gin's community! Go to: ginstephens.com/communityDo you enjoy Intermittent Fasting Stories? You'll probably also like Gin's other podcast with cohost Sheri Bullock: Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life. Find it wherever you listen to podcasts. 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Matt Davies is joined by former Nottingham Forest forward Paul McGregor to discuss his old club's transformation this season, similarities between the 1994/95 season when the Reds finished third and now, plus we discuss his upcoming gig at the Trent Navigation and turning 50. #NFFC #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest lost 3-0 to Manchester City in the Premier League on Wednesday night as they created chances but could have conceded more goals at the Etihad Stadium. Matt Davies is joined by former Reds midfielder Lewis McGugan with Harrogate goalkeeper James Belshaw returning as we discuss the game in full and look ahead to Saturday's trip to Manchester United. #NFFC #nottinghamforest