Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Bond

The beloved character Paddington Bear is set to be the next star of the West End, as it was officially announced today that Paddington the Musical would open later this year in London.The brand new stage adaptation of the Michael Bond story and the STUDIOCANAL films will premiere at the Savoy Theatre in the West End in November 2025. Luke Sheppard (The Little Big Things, Starlight Express) will direct, with Tom Fletcher and Jessica Swale writing the score and book respectively.Check out this theatre news recap to find out everything we know so far (and everything else Mickey-Jo has heard) about Paddington on stage...•00:00 | introduction01:55 | who's involved?11:07 | what do we know17:52 | exclusive details•tickets to MickeyJoTheatre LIVE at the Phoenix Arts Club:https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/mickeyjotheatre-live/About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 75,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

Im ersten Teil unserer "Tierischen Helden" treffen wir den cleversten Hasen des Trickfilm-Universums, schauen anschließend einen Disney-Klassiker, der zu Tränen rührt, schwimmen eine Runde mit "dem Freund aller Kinder", staunen über den bekanntesten Schimpansen der Popmusik, gehen mit einem schlauen Kater auf Wanderschaft und landen schließlich bei einem Bären in London. The Birth Of Bugs Bunnyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNTgPfJ_HIkBugs Bunny & Co - Die bunte Welt des Chuck Joneshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqAYtsmQ04sHare's To Bugs! A Bugs Bunny Birthday Celebration 2024 Documentaryhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAY-c6ensqwBugs Bunny Introhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNZn1DlnaC8Bambi - Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDGv4GIR7A4The Making of Bambi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pm4cW69Sl0YRemembering "Bambi" artist Tyrus Wonghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxFAQZdnXQU1959: WALT DISNEY on how to CREATE ICONIC CHARACTERShttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMvUrrFLRlgThe Bambi Molesters - As The Dark Wave Swellshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKgQMv05524Flipper - Introhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYB_Mnid7mAFlipper - Official Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c1-Y6YWS1wFlipper resches a puppy stranded at seahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GptshJEJbnQSecrets & Scandals behind the scenes of Flipperhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6UuFS4-ihIFlipper - Somedayhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51e0eO3_G1UMichael Jackson and Bubbles in Japan Osaka 1987https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJLjti8PGo8Live Dick Clark Presents 02 Michael Jacksons monkey Bubbleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM56f3Yv3kw"Michael Jackson and Bubbles" - Jeff Koons https://www.thebroad.org/art/jeff-koons/michael-jackson-and-bubblesDoes Bubbles the Chimp Miss Michael?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFDMIo82rJANirvana - Very Apehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_t-vU9goTIDer gestiefelte Kater von Charles Perrault - Hörbuchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwphTQ0Jp_sDer gestiefelte Kater (Gebrüder Grimm)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCndZbtHKwcDer gestiefelte Kater - Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TivvqaItERMStardust Five - Pussy Got Your Tongue (Midnight Juggernauts Remix)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgAXtVcjJZ8Interview with Michael Bond (about Paddington)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvrqR2Lj24cThe Adventures of Paddington Bear - Paddington Cleans Up (TV Serie, stop-motion)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Rqs3q9L-FAQueen Elizabeth II and Paddington share love of marmalade sandwiches over Jubilee teahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5L68isWXVcPaddington - Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5tUEw4Nq4EThe Jam - Down in this Tubestation at Midnighthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4oia_GDUls

A beloved statue of Paddington Bear in author Michael Bond's hometown of Newbury was sawed in half by two guys for reasons that are hard to comprehend. The culprits have been caught, but can the damage to this adorable statue be fixed? Luckily I know someone who knows a thing or two about fiberglass — … Continue reading "173 – Can the Paddington Statue Be Repaired?"

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Kwarteng and Michael Bond, two powerhouse agents who found massive success early in their insurance careers. We break down how to sell policies consistently, transitioning from final expense to Medicare, and the differences between field sales and telesales—plus so much more!

What makes the Paddington franchise so popular with audiences? That's exactly what Melanie and I set out to discover as we take a deep dive into the first film in the trilogy in this brand new What Went Right episode. We look past the CGI and get straight to the heart of the story. -V. For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.Follow Valerie on Instagram and Threads @valerie_francisFollow Melanie on X, Instagram and Facebook @MelanieHillAuthor

durée : 00:04:23 - L'ami.e du vendredi - par : Guillemette Odicino - Ce vendredi, Guillemette Odicino rend hommage à l'Ours Paddington, né sous les traits du britannique Michael Bond, et de retour dans les salles de cinéma.

We're journeying from the jungles of Darkest Peru to Jolly Ol' London Town in this adaptation of the beloved children's stories by Michael Bond. The Bond is strong with Q actor Ben Whishaw who voices the precocious titular bear. The cast is stacked with talent, including Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi, and Nicole Kidman in key roles, with Michael Gambon and Imelda Stauton lending their voice talents. The director is Paul King (he of The Mighty Boosh), here helming the picture to critical and commercial success, to the tune of two BAFTA nominations and over $300 million at the box office. But are our hosts as enamored with the end result, or did we find it… unbearable? Exit the intro, pursued by a bear: Paddington Bear.   Oh, bother.   For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com   You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com   You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com

Dobrih deset le je že minilo, kar je mali prikupni medvedek z modrim plaščkom in velikim rdečim klobukom prispel naravnost iz Peruja na londonsko železniško postajo Paddington ter po številnih zabavnih prigodah očaral tako britansko družinico, ki ga je posvojila, kakor tudi široko filmsko občinstvo. Pretanjen britanski humor, s katerim je neštete napete knjižne dogodivščine medvedka Paddingtona začinil že njegov avtor pisatelj Michael Bond, je režiser Paul King nato zelo uspešno prenesel tudi v enako simpatično filmsko nadaljevanje iz leta 2017, te dni pa je na spored naših kinematografov prišel še tretji del – Medvedek Paddington v džungli. Kakor pove že naslov, se sladkosnedi medo, ki se v Veliki Britaniji kot prava mala popikona lahko pohvali celo s svojo poštno znamko in obiskom pri nekdanji kraljici, v tokratni pustolovščini poda na dolgo pot v svojo domovino, malo da bi se spomnil svoje preteklosti in toliko bolj, da bi našel svojo drago teto Lucy, ki je nenadoma izginila iz doma za ostarele medvede. Kakor v prejšnjih dveh filmskih adaptacijah, se Paddingtonu tudi sredi neprehodne džungle pripetijo vse mogoče in nemogoče nadloge, po robu se mu postavljajo prevaranti, ob strani pa mu trdno stoji družina …, a nekaj poglavitnega filmu vendarle manjka. Pristni britanski humor. Zdi se, da je rahlo spremenjena ustvarjalna ekipa z režiserjem Dougalom Wilsonom, za katerega je Medvedek Paddington v džungli celovečerni prvenec, preveč stavila na glasen situacijski humor in pretirano karikiranje, pri tem pa kar nekoliko pozabila, da je medvedek Paddington kot lik najbolj prepričljiv prav zaradi svoje izjemne vljudnosti in mirnosti, ki ga krasita v prvih dveh filmih. Tudi zlobnež, ki ga tokrat igra Antonio Banderas, je vse preveč intenziven in skoraj histerično neodločen, zares odlična in edina tudi ravno prav samoironična pa je Olivia Colman kot mati prednica. Škoda le, da njene pevske in interpretacijske sposobnosti zaradi podpovprečne sinhronizacije v slovenščino izgubijo kar precej britanskega šarma. Če film Medvedek Paddington v džungli ne bi imel dveh zares posrečenih predhodnikov, v katerih so ustvarjalci s širšim družbenim kontekstom znali in zmogli preseči detektivsko vsebino medvedkovih dogodivščin, bi verjetno obveljal za čisto soliden družinski film, a tokratna letvica je bila očitno postavljena nekoliko previsoko. Sodeč po precej zdolgočasenih vzdihih mlajših gledalcev na sinočnji premieri v kranjskem kinematografu MojKino, razvlečeno bezljanje po džungli, preočitno namignjeni zapleti in samo srednje duhoviti gagi namreč niso navdušili niti ciljnega občinstva. Piše: Gaja Pöschl Bere: Ajda Sokler

Vissershoed, houtje-touwtje-jas en zachte vacht. Het marmelade verslindende beertje Paddington is weer te zien op het grote doek. In Paddington in Peru reist het kleine beertje naar de Amazone, op zoek naar zijn wortels. Net als eerdere films van de reeks is dit derde deel gebaseerd op de boeken van schrijver Michael Bond. Maar wat inspireerde Bond om over Paddington te schrijven? En hoe groeide dit kleine beertje uit tot een nationaal icoon in Engeland? Zondag is Paddington bij ons in de uitzending, of nou ja; bijna. Bent Van Looy, de Vlaamse stem van Paddington, ook zanger en anglofiel, is te gast.

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First conceived in 1956 by Michael Bond, the marmalade-loving immigrant from Peru has become an iconic British cultural figure – treasured for his chaotic nature, impeccable manners, and proximity to royalty. So, how did Paddington become the spokesbear for Britain, crossing political divides in the country, and one of the most commercially successful characters in the world?Tom Gatti is joined by New Statesman contributor Amelia Tait, and Paddington screenwriter Jon Foster.Read: The triumph of Paddington Inc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For centuries, Westminster has been dominated by politicians who attended some of the most prestigious schools in the country. This week on Westminster Insider, host Sascha O'Sullivan finds out whether public schools still dominate or if state educated Rachel Reeves and Bridget Phillipson's move to tax fees reflects the end of the era of Etonians. Sascha visits Eton College and takes a tour around the art school and the theater, hears from an old boy about the kind of education children receive there — and discovers why our prime ministers are far more likely to have been attended this school than any other. Former Labour adviser and old Etonian Patrick Hennessey tells Sascha the confidence a school such as his alma mater instills can easily slip into arrogance. FT journalist and author Simon Kuper explains why privately educated politicians have always tended to banded together in Westminster — and how that can leave those that attended less prestigious institutions out in the cold. Keir Starmer's former adviser Donjeta Miftari describes coming to work in SW1 as a former comprehensive pupil and immediately noticing the networks which the independent sector fosters beyond the school itself. Former David Blunkett adviser Conor Ryan recalls the fights with private school heads when the Blair government axed the state-funded assisted places scheme. Sam Freedman, education expert and former adviser to Michael Gove, explains how the former education's secretary's background informed his attitude to education reform. And Sascha travelled to Brentwood, a private school in Essex, where headteacher Michael Bond tells her Reeves' decision to put VAT on private schools was "punishing" them unfairly, as the private sector was making strides towards making fee-paying schools less exclusive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paddington, the beloved creation of author Michael Bond, was recently given a British passport. But . . . how would he have qualified? I speak to my delightful neighbor (ok, let's spell it neighbour since, after all, I do live in England) Norman, who is a retired immigration judge, about how Paddington might have been … Continue reading "154 – I Talk to an Immigration Judge about Paddington's Passport"

I am thoroughly enjoying reading "Wayfinding: The Art and Science of How We Find and Lose Our Way" by Michael Bond and have drawn from it to put together this episode. The parallels between how we do this out there in the wild and within the daily confines or our work-life struck me.  I've used excerpts from this book, in particular the psychology of being lost, for this episode and added some of my own thoughts, stories and poems.  Please note that I will be taking a break for the month of August. Until September .... happy wandering!   Resources Mentioned Wayfinding: The Art and Science of How We Find and Lose Our Way by Michael Bond  

A short story about how the Brown family came to meet Paddington bear from Darkest Peru.

"We just found this bear at the train station and he seems cool? Like he's good at shopping and staring at people. Let's bring him home! Don't mind all the mess he makes." That's probably what the Browns said to themselves upon first spying a charming little bear at Paddington Station. Celebrate Children's Book Week with us by diving into the first appearance of this marmalade-loving lil scamp.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to another episode of I'll Show You Mine! It's April, which means it's time for our topsy turvy episodes, and this year James is showing Elyse ‘Paddington' from 2014. Based on the children's books by Michael Bond, ‘Paddington' tells the story of an orphan bear from Peru who finds a new home with the Brown family in London.Join us as we talk about how James thinks this is the Best Movie Ever Made, how Elyse doesn't know how big London is, and what kind of marmalade you should buy after the movie.Our theme song is by us! James Sparkman and Elyse Wietstock.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Twitch at @isympodcastIf you like the show please share it with a friend or leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and if you want access to post-show content, downloadable art, and more, visit illshowyoumine.show and click “Patreon!”

Book Vs. Movie: PaddingtonThe 1958 Children's Book Vs. the 2014 MovieThe Margos are feeling very British in this episode! English author Michael Bond created Paddington Bear, who first appeared in Bond's 1958 book A Bear Called Paddington and has since become a beloved character in numerous books, television series, and films. Paddington is a polite and curious bear from Peru who wears a duffle coat and a floppy hat. He often carries a suitcase with a label that reads, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." He was named after the London train station where the Brown family found him. The  2014 "Paddington" movie focuses on Paddington's journey to find a home and the bonds he forms with the Brown family. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations?In this ep, the Margos discuss:Author Michael Bond and his character of Paddington How the 2014 film adapted the much-beloved work. The cast of the 2014 film includes Ben Winshaw (voice of Paddington,) Hugh Bonneville (Henry Brown,) Sally Hawkins (Mary Brown,) Madeleine Harris (Judy Brown,) Samuel Joslin (Jonathan Brown,) Julie Walters (Mrs. Bird,) Nicole Kidman (Millicent,) Peter Capaldi (Mr. Curry,) Jim Broadbent (Samuel Gruber,) Imelda Staunton (Aunt Lucy,) Michael Gambon (Uncle Pastuzo,) and Tim Downie as Montogomery Clyde. Clips used:“Paddington Meets the Browns”Paddington (2014 trailer)“Subway Silliness”““Mr. Brown Joins Paddington for Tea”“Millicent brings Paddington ‘home”” Buckingham Palace and PaddingtonMusic and Lyrics by Nick UrataBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network.Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog  https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine 

Book Vs. Movie: PaddingtonThe 1958 Children's Book Vs. the 2014 MovieThe Margos are feeling very British in this episode! English author Michael Bond created Paddington Bear, who first appeared in Bond's 1958 book A Bear Called Paddington and has since become a beloved character in numerous books, television series, and films. Paddington is a polite and curious bear from Peru who wears a duffle coat and a floppy hat. He often carries a suitcase with a label that reads, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." He was named after the London train station where the Brown family found him. The  2014 "Paddington" movie focuses on Paddington's journey to find a home and the bonds he forms with the Brown family. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations?In this ep, the Margos discuss:Author Michael Bond and his character of Paddington How the 2014 film adapted the much-beloved work. The cast of the 2014 film includes Ben Winshaw (voice of Paddington,) Hugh Bonneville (Henry Brown,) Sally Hawkins (Mary Brown,) Madeleine Harris (Judy Brown,) Samuel Joslin (Jonathan Brown,) Julie Walters (Mrs. Bird,) Nicole Kidman (Millicent,) Peter Capaldi (Mr. Curry,) Jim Broadbent (Samuel Gruber,) Imelda Staunton (Aunt Lucy,) Michael Gambon (Uncle Pastuzo,) and Tim Downie as Montogomery Clyde. Clips used:“Paddington Meets the Browns”Paddington (2014 trailer)“Subway Silliness”““Mr. Brown Joins Paddington for Tea”“Millicent brings Paddington ‘home”” Buckingham Palace and PaddingtonMusic and Lyrics by Nick UrataBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network.Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog  https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine 

HERE AND BOOK AGAIN - BONUS EPISODE Literary adaptations are legion this year, both on streaming and in cinemas. Whether you prefer to Read It Before You See It or maybe do a deep dive afterwards, in this Here And Book Again episode, we've got you covered for the insane amount of releases coming in 2024. (and yes, we are pretty sure loads of these dates or titles may move backwards or forwards in the schedule, but right now it's looking pretty rosy). The Expatriates by Janice YK Lee (EXPATS - Prime Video)  Argyle by Elly Conway (in Cinemas / Apple TV+ Release Date TBC) Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson (Disney+)  Orion & The Dark by Emma Yarlett (Netflix)  The Tiger's Apprentice by Lauren Yep (Paramount+) Fool Me Once by Harlen Coben (Netflix) Erasure by Percival Everett (American Fiction - In Cinemas) Poor Things by Alasdair Gray (In Cinemas) The Zone of Interest by Martin Amis (In Cinemas) One Day by David Nicholl (Netflix) Masters of the Air: How The Bomber Boys Broke Down the Nazi War Machine by Donald L. Miller (Apple TV+) The Dynasty: New England Patriots by Jeff Benedict (Apple TV+) Shōgun by James Clavell (Disney+) Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (Lisa Frankenstein – In Cinemas March 1st)  Spaceman Of Bohemia By Jaroslav Kalfař (Spaceman – Netflix – March 1st)  Dune Part Two by Frank Herbert (In Cinemas March 1st) Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson (Origin in cinemas March 8th)    Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty (Peacock – Mar 14th) Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer by James L Swanson (Apple TV+ March 15th) The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin (Netflix – March 21st) We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter (Disney+ March 24th) The Sympathizer By Viet Thanh Nguyen (Sky Atlantic & NOW TV April 15th) A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America by Stacy Schiff (Franklin - Apple TV+ - April 14th) Churchill's Secret Warriors: The Explosive True Story of the Special Forces Desperadoes of WWII by Damien Lewis (The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare in Cinemas April 19th) Turtles All the Way Down by John Green (Mid-April – HBO and Ireland TBC) The Spiderwick Chronicles by Holly Black & Tony DiTerlizzi (The Roku Channel – April 19th) The Idea of You by Robinne Lee (Prime Video - May 2nd) Dark Matter by Blake Crouch (Apple TV+ - May 8th) Romancing Mister Bridgerton By Julia Quinn (Bridgerton Season 3 – Netflix - May 16th)  The Crow by James O' Barr (in Cinemas June 7th) The Watchers by A.M. Shine (in Cinemas June 7th) Presumed Innocent by Scott Turrow (Apple TV+ - June 14th) It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover (in Cinemas June 21st) The Bike Riders by Danny Lyon (in Cinemas June 21st) It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han (Prime Video – July 14th) Slow Horses by Mick Heron (Season 5 - Apple TV+ - Release Date TBC) Harold and The Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson (in cinemas August 2nd) A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles (Paramount+ - September 29th) The Wild Robot by Peter Brown (in Cinemas October 18th) Paddington in Peru by Michael Bond (in Cinemas November 8th) The Amateur by Robert Littell (in Cinemas November 8th) Wicked: The Life And Times Of The Wicked Witch Of The West By Gregory Maguire (in Cinemas November 29th) The Lord Of The Rings: The War of Rohirrim by JRR Tokien (in Cinemas December 13th)  Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson (BBC3 – Release date TBC) Force of Nature by Jane Harper (in Cinemas - Release Date TBC) Shardlake by C.J. Sansom (Disney+ - Release Date TBC)) Cold Storage by David Koepp (in Cinemas - Release Date TBC) The Electric State by Simon Stålenhag (Netflix – Release Date TBC) Lady in the Lake by Laura Lippman (Apple TV+ - Release Date TBC) Heartstopper by Alice Oseman (Season 3 – Netflix – Release Date TBC) That They May Face the Rising Sun by John McGahern (In Cinemas – Release Date TBC) Small Things like These by Claire Keegan (In Cinemas – Release Date TBC) Mickey7 by Edward Ashton (Mickey 17 in Cinemas January 2025)

When Mr Gruber takes Paddington to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard, there are so many people in the way he can't see a thing. Luckily, a mysterious someone 'on high' appears to like small bears...

Paddington Bear is to appear on 10 special stamps released by the Royal Mail to mark his 65th anniversary.Six of the stamps feature images from animator Ivor Wood's comic strip cartoons first published in the London Evening News in the 1970s. The other four stamps capture moments from the BBC television series that Wood designed and directed from 1976. The Peruvian bear first appeared in 1958 in Michael Bond's book A Bear Called Paddington. What next for characters on stamps? Mark and Pete have the answers.It is the first time he has been dedicated his own stamp set.

Paddington Bear is to appear on 10 special stamps released by the Royal Mail to mark his 65th anniversary.Six of the stamps feature images from animator Ivor Wood's comic strip cartoons first published in the London Evening News in the 1970s. The other four stamps capture moments from the BBC television series that Wood designed and directed from 1976. The Peruvian bear first appeared in 1958 in Michael Bond's book A Bear Called Paddington. What next for characters on stamps? Mark and Pete have the answers.It is the first time he has been dedicated his own stamp set.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

It's become trendy to fill your car tires with nitrogen instead of plain old compressed air. In fact, there are now green caps for the valve stems to indicate that a tire has nitrogen in it. It can cost over $10 to fill up a tire with nitrogen so this episode begins with a quick discussion on whether it not it is worth it. https://www.consumerreports.org/tire-buying-maintenance/should-you-use-nitrogen-in-car-tires-a6260003694/ Science is learning more and more about human DNA. And the latest research indicates that almost everything about you has some inherited, genetic, DNA-ish component to it, whether that be biological or psychological or anything else. As an example, how well you do in school may largely be inherited but not necessarily in the way you think. This is according to Robert Plomin, Professor of Behavioral Genetics at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience at King's College in London and author of the book, Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are (https://amzn.to/3gV9GtR) . Listen as he reveals the very latest in how your genes influence so much of who you are.  Some people claim to have a good sense of direction while others claim to have a lousy one. Is “sense of direction” a real thing? Is it really a sense at all? And if it is, why do some people have a good one and others not? That's exactly what Michael Bond set out to discover. Michael is a science writer, former Senior Editor at New Scientist and author of the book, From Here to There: The Art and Science of Finding and Losing Our Way (https://amzn.to/3DOY8Cu). Michael is here to discuss with me why some of us are better than other at getting from here to there.  Pear season runs from late summer into early winter. And if you like pears, you know that knowing when they are ripe can be tricky. However, there is a reliable test to tell a pear's ripeness and if you listen to this episode, you too will know it. https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/in-season/2011/10/how-can-you-tell-if-a-pear-is-ripe PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Delete Me helps you keep your personal info private by removing it from hundreds of data broker websites that sell our data online. You tell Delete Me exactly what info you want deleted, and their privacy experts take it from there! It's really that simple to protect yourself. DeleteMe makes it easy! Right Now get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to join https://DeleteMe.com/SOMETHING and use promo code SOMETHING20 Sometimes in life we're faced with tough choices, and the path forward isn't always clear. If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It's entirely online, so it's convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist. Let therapy be your map, with BetterHelp Visit https://BetterHelp.com/SOMETHING today to get 10% off your first month! With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Go to https://HelloFresh.com/50something and use code 50something for 50% off plus free shipping! Your business was humming, but now you're falling behind. Teams buried in manual work. NetSuite gives you the POWER of having all of your information in one place to make better decisions and now has an UNPRECEDENTED offer to make that possible! Right now, download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free, at https://NetSuite.com/SYSK ! U.S. Cellular knows how important your kid's relationship with technology is. That's why they've partnered with Screen Sanity, a non-profit dedicated to helping kids navigate the digital landscape. For a smarter start to the school year, U.S. Cellular is offering a free basic phone on new eligible lines, providing an alternative to a smartphone for children. Visit https://USCellular.com/BuiltForUS ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Não há nada que o urso Paddington ame mais do que viver com os Browns. . . exceto talvez geleia de laranja! Mas agora o Sr. e a Sra. Brown deram a ele algo mais para amar no número trinta e dois da rua Windsor Gardens - seu próprio jardim. Paddington começa a trabalhar na tentativa de criar o jardim mais interessante que puder. No estilo típico de Paddington, travessuras infelizes levam à sorte cega, e seu jardim acaba sendo um local único! Escrito por Michael Bond, ilustrado por R. W. Alley, e ainda não publicado no Brasil, por isso eu traduzi e adaptei especialmente pra esse episódio. Para acompanhar a história juntamente com as ilustrações do livro, compre o livro aqui: https://amzn.to/3XWOMiv Se vc gostou, compartilhe com seus amigos e me siga nas redes sociais! https://www.instagram.com/bookswelove_livrosqueamamos/ E fiquem ligados, porque toda sexta-feira publico uma nova história. Até mais!

There's lots of 'birging' in this week's programme. For those not in the know - that's short for Basking In Reflected Glory and it's something football fans in particular do when they talk about their team's triumphs using the 'extended we'. Michael Bond author of 'Fans' talks to Michael about the words and language different fan groups have as a shared means of communication. Whether it's being a superfan of sport, film or music there are words and phrases that show you belong to a particular fandom. Producer: Maggie Ayre

After our harrowing (but entertaining) Trainspotting double bill we needed something to cleanse the palate...or rather, to cover it in marmalade. The 2014 film incarnation of Michael Bond's beloved Paddington may well be the most British film we have she-watched to date and it's a hoot. Our podcast is almost as long as the film so you might want to bring along a marmalade sandwich under your hat in case you get peckish.

Today's guest is Michael Bond, author of a new book exploring the nature of fandom, a fascinating and entertaining investigation in to worlds of obsession, belonging and human connection. We talk about what connects Spurs fans with Potterheads, Trekkies, Swifties and MAGAs. We ask whether fandom fills the gap left by the decline of organised religion, what happens to the club-fan relationship when it is too obviously commercialised, the rise of the celebrity activist and what happens when your idol falls from grace.The book is Fans: A Journey into the Psychology of Belonging. Today's episode is sponsored by our friends at Turnstile.Do you know what your sponsorship is really worth, or are you guessing? Turnstile uses real market rates to quantify the value every single sponsorship right within a deal, looking beyond the traditional media metrics to calculate the value of the Exposure, Intellectual Property and Direct Benefits. This enables Turnstile to deliver a recommended transaction price that's comprehensive, accurate and defensible. So don't pay too much. Don't leave money on the table. Know the fair market price, and buy and sell with confidence. If you value your sponsorships, value them properly. Get in touch with Turnstile at turnstilegroup.comUnofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter @UnffclPrtnr

Georgina Godwin speaks to journalist and former science writer Michael Bond about his latest book, ‘Fans: A Journey into the Psychology of Belonging'. It takes a fascinating look at the history of fandom and how we let ourselves be inspired by our heroes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Humans are group-ish beings!  Whether it's your family, your friends, your band, your artist community, your country, etc., we all belong to groups.  Whether we realize it or not, groups have a powerful impact on our own thoughts and behaviors. In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with science writer and journalist Michael Bond, author of "The Power of Others: Peer Pressure, Groupthink, and How the People Around Us Shape Everything We Do" and his newest book "Fans: A Journey Into the Psychology of Belonging".  We explore the many ways we're impacted by groups, the forces that make a group healthy and communicative, and the insular, destructive echo chambers of groupthink. This is a fascinating conversation that had me thinking for days - and I'm sure you'll find it fascinating, too. ****************** Songs included in episode: "Flowers on the Water" and "Better Not Lose Her" by Pretty Horse Visit https://www.michaelbond.co.uk/ ***************************** Visit musictherapypodcast.com for session notes, past episodes, and upcoming events! Music Therapy Podcast Credits:  Music Therapy is hosted by Jessica Risker, produced by Sullivan Davis of Local Universe, and engineered by Joshua Wentz in Chicago.  Opening and closing music composed by Joshua Wentz. Taped May 2023 Ep 117 ************************ Join us on the Music Therapy Discord! or Facebook Group!  

What to do with the art of monstrous men? That's the question Claire Dederer grapples with in Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma. She wonders whether she can or should continue to love the work of Roman Polanski and Michael Jackson, Hemingway and Picasso? And if it's possible to divorce the art from the artist. How do we now view the glorious, technicolour paintings of Paul Gauguin's works from Tahiti? The writer Devika Ponnambalam has imagined the life of one of his muses Teha'amana in her latest novel, I Am Not Your Eve. Gauguin was 43 when he first arrived on the island in 1891 and made numerous teenage girls his ‘unofficial wives'. The science writer Michael Bond is interested in the psychology behind fandom. In his book Fans he looks at the pleasure of tribalism and sense of belonging, but also what happens when one's hero falls short, and the cognitive dissonance needed to continue to stay true to a monstrous genius. Producer: Katy Hickman

Everyone's journey into life insurance sales is different. Our “Whys” will differ from agent to agent, but one thing is the same in almost everyone's story. That first step into the business is exhilarating…and terrifying. The idea of being your own boss and having an uncapped income is super attractive. But what vertical should I focus on? Should I use a leads-based system or a warm market? Captive or independent? In-person or telesales…or both? It can be intimidating, but success is sure to follow for those who buy into a system and stick with it.  In this episode, Roger Short and Zach McElwain talk with Michael Bond about his entrance into the life insurance sales business and how he found six-figure success.   

On Today's Quiz there will be a Trivia Round Time for 20 new questions on this trivia podcast! Enjoy our trivia questions: What is the name of Sherlock Holmes older brother? What was the real last name of actor/filmmaker Albert brooks? Queen Elizabeth II was joined by what literary character, created by Michael Bond in 1958, for her Jubilee? Heliophobia is the fear of what? A group of foxes is called what? What is the alcohol content of a spirit that is 100 proof? In what one of the four arithmetic process would you find a minuend and subtrahend? In the Legend of Zelda, what is the kingdom that serves as the iconic setting? What fast food chain, founded by Glen Bell, opened its first restaurant in Downey, CA in 1962? The original source of the heart drug digoxin comes from the plant Digitalis purpurea, commonly known by what vulpine name? If you liked this episode, check out our last trivia episode! Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Don't forget to follow us on social media for more trivia: Patreon - patreon.com/quizbang - Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support! Website - quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question! Facebook - @quizbangpodcast - we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Instagram - Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Twitter - @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia - stay for the trivia. Ko-Fi - ko-fi.com/quizbangpod - Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!

This week, Alex reviews the acclaimed family films based on Michael Bond's children's books and directed by Paul King. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comWe are now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvkCd1iqgZyMfBrEvMn85XQ/featuredFollow our Alex on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/alexmcalister/Check us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Paddington Bear has charmed readers of all ages for almost 60 years! Now part of the I Can Read line, Michael Bond's classic character will delight beginning readers with his curious nature and nose for adventure. Paddington and Mr. Gruber enjoy a day off from their duties as they set out to explore London with Jonathan and Judy. Each turn brings a new discovery, and Paddington's nose for adventure leads to the greatest surprise of all. Paddington's Day Off is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avant-garde-books/support

Paddington Bear has charmed readers of all ages for almost 60 years! Now part of the I Can Read line, Michael Bond's classic character will delight beginning readers with his curious nature and nose for adventure. Paddington is thrilled to go to the beach with the Browns. He's never splashed in the ocean or built a sand castle. Outfitted with a new set of beach toys, Paddington seems ready for whatever comes his way. But the biggest surprise of all sweeps Paddington off on a new adventure. Paddington Sets Sail is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avant-garde-books/support

This week we're talking Peru's best soft drink, Fake Boxers and which coutries are the biggest ersholes as we take a look at the first big screen outing for Paddington. --- Join our Patreon today for just a quid ($1.50) a month to get exclusive episodes, votes for subject films and a shout out every single week! https://www.patreon.com/100thingsfilm  --- Paddington is a 2014 live-action animated comedy film written and directed by Paul King. It was developed from a story by King and Hamish McColl, which was based on the stories of the character Paddington Bear created by Michael Bond. Produced by David Heyman, Paddington stars Ben Whishaw as the voice of the title character, with Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi, and Nicole Kidman in live-action roles. The film tells the story of Paddington, an anthropomorphic bear who migrates from the jungles of "Darkest Peru" to the streets of London, where he is adopted by the Brown family. Kidman plays a taxidermist who attempts to add him to her collection. A British and French venture produced by StudioCanal UK, TF1, and Heyday, Paddington's principal photography began in September 2013 and wrapped up in June 2014. Colin Firth was originally set to voice Paddington, but dropped out in post-production and was replaced by Whishaw. Paddington was released in the United Kingdom on 28 November 2014 to critical acclaim for Whishaw's vocal performance, humour, screenplay, visual effects and appeal to children and adults. It grossed $268 million worldwide on a €38.5 (~$55) million budget. It received two nominations at the BAFTAs: Best British Film and Best Adapted Screenplay. A sequel, Paddington 2, was released in 2017, with King and much of the cast returning.

Below is a transcript of the podcast. Hello there, and welcome to A Brit talks Vintage TV, with me Jamie Dyer. Today... feels like a parsley day. I'd love to say that I'm not talking about the Herb, but I am...sorta. Actually, I'm referring to The Herbs, a British stop motion animated series narrated by Gordon Rollings The show, featuring Parsley the lion, Dil the dog, Constable Knapweed et al, was created by Michael Bond and ran for thirteen episodes in 1968. If you've never seen it, it was this strange show that featured animals and humans in a herb garden, all named after Herbs. That's pretty much all there was to it. I shan't loiter too much on this subject because there are better places to go, but I shall make one observation. Every character in this show, which was animated by the legendary Ivor Wood (Postman Pat, The Wombles, Paddington, Bertha, Charlie Chalk), had a song attached to them. I'm sure those of a certain age can recall the memorable song of the very friendly lion called Parsley? If you do, maybe, you'll agree with me that it feels like a call from a bygone era. What you may not recall, is the song of the "fat feathery owl called Sage", with its dramatic Jaws-like strings. The delivery of these lines is said to be reminiscent of the television personality Patrick Moore. I'm not sure who he sounds like, I just know it's freaky to see as an adult; When paired with the less-than-perfect animation. I think there was always something a little surreal about The Herbs, and I think Sage's over-dramatic song proves it. The series received a spin-off in 1970, called The Adventures Of Parsley. It ran for a whopping thirty-two episodes. Broadcast just before the evening news, this show dispensed with the nostalgic songs and went all out in its attempt to compete with The Magic Roundabout. I've lost count of the number of times I've seen this show, but I can never get enough of it. Placing a dry-humoured Parsley at the centre of things, with his frantic friend Dil the dog was a stroke of genius. These episodes were five minutes long but were written like a series of sketches. Dil gets a TV, Dil takes up painting, Parsley wants to put on a show, and Dil opens his house to the public. Each episode was perfectly paced and rearranged all the elements of the Herbs to create a comedy masterclass for children and adults alike. So which of these series do I prefer? I don't think you have to ask. From its MGM-inspired opening, coming in Parsley and Dil variants, to its witty dialogue and bizarre situations; The Adventures of Parsley is a show any fan of historic children's television should check out. It's available to buy on DVD, although it's out of print so may be a bit expensive now, and also on Amazon. Anyway, as Parsley would say...Goodnight everyone. So what else is there to say? I've said enough. If you have anything to say about the shows mentioned in this podcast, you can email Jamie@OldTimeReview.co.uk, tweet @OldTimeReview on Twitter or check out the Facebook page, Old Time Review. This is Jamie Dyer signing off.

Amy & Paul bear their souls for 2017's kind and polite comedy Paddington 2! They applaud Hugh Grant's villainous turn, draw parallels to the physical comedy of Chaplin and Keaton, and analyze Paddington creator Michael Bond's politically progressive writing. Plus: is Rocky Balboa the American Paddington Bear? Next week, our Heroes series continues with Blade! You can join the conversation for this series on the Unspooled Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/unspooledpodcast, and on Paul's Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6. Learn more about the show at unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don't forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify. You can also listen to our Stitcher Premium game show Screen Test right now at https://www.stitcher.com/show/unspooled-screen-test, and apply to be a contestant at unspooledpod@gmail.com!

On this week's episode, Sylvie and Chris jump on the Paddington hype train to discuss the only adaptation of the marmalade loving bear to be produced by the Great White North with The Adventures of Paddington Bear (1997). Mostly we chat about Michael Bond's storybook character, his enduring appeal and legacy, and our personal histories with Paddington while sifting through the utterly comforting vibes and pleasant aesthetics of the 1997 CINAR adaptation. Episode covered is Episode 2 "Paddington Goes Underground / Paddington in the Ring / Mr. Curry Lets Off Steam." If you liked what you heard please consider giving us a like, share, follow, and rating on your podcatcher of choice to help us grow and reach a wider audience. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/CartoonNightPod?s=20 Theme song by https://soundcloud.com/hvsyn

It's time for a delightfully delicious double feature of both Paddington movies. Grab a marmalade sandwich and let's chat about two perfect movies!

Todays episode comes from A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond.

Join author Rosanne Tolin to discuss her book More Than Marmalade, the only biography of Michael Bond, the author of the beloved Paddington stories. Did you know Paddington was inspired by the Kindertransport refugees fleeing Germany and arriving in London with just a suitcase and a name tag? Bond, a dropout, worked for the BBC and as a struggling writer for many years before finally finding success with Paddington, a story concept suggested by his literary agent. Rosanne talks about her research, Bond's life and work, and offers advice about writing for the middle grades. A great episode for Paddington fans and writers.Where to buy the book:https://www.chicagoreviewpress.com/more-than-marmalade-products-9781641603140.php?page_id=21Rosanne's website:https://www.rosannetolin.com/Thoughts? Comments? Potshots? Contact the show at:https://www.discreetguide.com/podcast-books-shows-tunes-mad-acts/Follow or like us on podomatic.com (it raises our visibility :)https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/books-shows-tunes-mad-actsSupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/discreetguideFollow the host on Twitter:@DiscreetGuideThe host on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkcrittenden/

Get your daily intake of sugar by watching PADDINGTON (2014). Paddington might be too much sweetness for us to handle but we can confirm it's a film we can watch over and over and claim is our comfort film along with it's sequel. We also give our (super) quick thoughts on Belle and The 355, as well as talk about this week's biggest film and tv new headlines.This week's foundation:Vital Ground FoundationTime Stamps:News: 0:38 - 24:19"What Did I Just Watch?" Week: 24:25 - 32:52(Not So) 60 Second Reviews: 32:56 - 36:44As Seen On A Saturday Night: 36:53 - 59:58

Todays Episode comes from A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond. Enjoy!

Today's story collection comes from A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond.

Today's story collection comes from A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond. Enjoy!

Today's episode is from A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond.

Until recently, the only thing I knew of Peru was that Paddington the Curious Bear (with tattered hat, old suitcase and all) came from there. The beloved character of children's books was made famous by British author Michael Bond, describing the bear that lived in “darkest Peru” before becoming a stowaway deposited at a railway station in London. My knowledge of the South American country all changed a few years ago when my daughter Alexandra moved there after falling in love with Lima, thereafter, making her home in Lima the South American city by the sea. She met a wonderful guy and launched her business there as well. In this episode of #thedeliciousstory, you'll have a chance to meet Alex and David and learn fascinating details about their cosmopolitan adventures—all while enjoying a virtual sampling of signature dishes of Lima!THE SILVER LINING OF A PANDEMIC LOCKDOWNThe Peruvian government was an early responder in addressing the spread of COVID-19. Even before the U.S. went into lockdown, the country mandated serious restrictions on their population, including a strict quarantine lasting over 100 days. It does this mother's heart good to know that her baby lives somewhere where lives and public safety are so important. I wondered, though, how she, David, and their little Shih Tzu dog named Charlotte managed to remain sane for almost four months of confinement in their fifteenth story apartment! For months, the three weren't permitted to go anywhere except to make grocery store runs (and only one person at a time), which became a treat. Restaurants, bars, and everything else was closed.Alex and David share the experience of their daily life holed up in a city that went nearly silent. They were fortunate in many ways, and provide some interesting insights into how the normally-noisy and crowded city changed after the start of quarantine.SIGHTSEEING SPOTS OF LIMAAlex and David describe details of a few more prominent amenities, and you can sense their joy in it, because they love to give friends and family a more intimate understanding of their city. You can glean ideas of the variety of attractions in Lima, a city made up of districts (each with its particular “flavor”). The parks and green spaces are an oasis for Lima dwellers to connect with nature. For Alex and David, their favorite is the Roosevelt Park (interestingly named after the U.S. President), which is near their apartment and became a mental health lifeline during the pandemic. Another treasured and particularly beautiful park they discussed is the Bosque del Olivar. The main feature of this large area of land is the forest grove of olive trees established by Spaniard Antonio de Rivera, who brought more than one hundred olive saplings from Spain in the 1500s. It is a wonderful place to walk and think about the history these trees have seen of the city, including when Peru gained their independence in 1821. A CITY OF EXCEPTIONAL DININGAlthough Lima isn't so much a tourist destination (but, instead, a brief stop to other parts of Peru such as Cusco), it is as stunning as it is a notable dining mecca. Alex and David delve into a few of the signature dishes there, including ceviche, or fish “cooked” in citrus, and anticuchos, which are grilled kebobs of beef heart. One dish I can report is always worth eating is lomo saltado. Anywhere I've ordered this during my visits to Lima I always find it tasty. Alex provides an overview of the influences of the foods of Lima, too. Think roasted and wok-cooked meats, a variety of seasonings with an emphasis on sauces, and you'll get some idea. And I bet you'll be surprised to learn of Peru's role in the history of spuds, which today are a mainstay all over the world! Like any city, Lima is a place shaped by hundreds of years of cultural diversity. Per Culture Trip, Peru has the second-highest Japanese population in South America, for instance, which is reflected in the Japanese cuisine fusion restaurants. I recommend a favorite that Alex has taken me to twice, called Kaikan. Lima itself is also the home to the largest Chinese population in the Western hemisphere!MEMORABLE MEAL STORYBoth Alex and David have enjoyed travel and have taken several trips together since they met. We finish up the interview with a savory story of a vacation journey to Croatia where they visited the cities of Zadar, Dubrovnik and Zagreb. If you are a seeker of the perfect hamburger—yes, I said hamburger—David can tell about his experience and exactly where you can go to enjoy one. Alex describes another dish she enjoyed at Bar Despacito (which, surprisingly for them both, has a Spanish name) that will surely make your mouth water. THE PERUVIAN CONNECTIONAnd about those bears. My research on Paddington did reveal that Peru is home to the Spectacled or Andean Bear found in Northern Peru. This endangered species has the special markings of a light face that gives it the appearance of wearing a mask. Andean Bears are omnivores and the third largest mammal in South America. Their only predator is humans. Author Michael Bond may have been influenced by this species of bear, especially since he originally wanted Paddington to come from “darkest Africa” until he found out there are no bears there. Not that I put too much stock in signs from the universe, but it turns out our family has some history with Peru before Alex moved there and planted her flag, too. Our “Uncle Andrew” as we now call him (the brother of Alex's grandfather's Aunt Ta) went to Peru 100 years ago with ideas of mining for silver, and was never heard from again by the family. Could he surface if Alex were to look him up in local records? Family stories suggest that he perished, but we'll never know for sure as his letters simply stopped coming sometime during the 1920s. But you needn't worry about getting lost in Lima (unless that is your goal)! Until you visit, you can at least lose yourself in the details and food described by Alex and David in this podcast. Try to imagine a world post-pandemic. I know we all are doing just that these days! That more “normal” future might include the charms of a visit to Lima, who knows!

You may not know Bob Alley's name, but you know his work. I guarantee it. Working under the name R.W. Alley, he's been the sole illustrator of Paddington Bear (in all formats, on both sides of the Atlantic) for 20 years! Not many people are privileged enough in their careers to be the sole caretaker of a national icon, but Alley assumes the role with perfect grace and kindness. On this episode, we chat about how a degree in art history (rather than art) helped him, his early career illustrating greeting cards for Hallmark, Paddington (of course), collaborating with Michael Bond, and what would happen if Paddington met Winnie the Pooh. (Spoiler: not much.)