Podcasts about North London

Discover how nature helped author Nic Wilson navigate chronic illness and childhood trauma as well as enabling her to develop a crucial sense of belonging. Plodcast host Fergus met with Nic on a walk through a wild park in North London where they discuss the life challenges that we can all relate to and learn how Nic coped with them. Nic's book is called The Land Beneath the Waves and is published by Octopus And now you can get in touch with the Plodcast team via: The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast group on Facebook & BBC Countryfile Magazine's Instagram page. The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 & 2025 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

Do You Believe in Poltergeists? | The Enfield Haunting ExplainedIn this episode of Late Night Legends, Tim takes the team — Frank, K, Maria, and Colin — deep into one of the most infamous paranormal cases of all time: The Enfield Poltergeist. From strange knocking and levitating children to voice phenomena that defy logic, we explore the chilling events that shook a North London household in the late 1970s.The first half of the show is a serious dive into the timeline, evidence, and key figures in the case. But as the night unfolds, the conversation shifts into something even deeper — do we actually believe in any of this? Each host opens up about their personal thoughts on ghosts, possession, and the paranormal... and even gives a percentage rating on what they really believe.Whether you're a skeptic, believer, or just love a good ghost story, this episode will leave you wondering:Was it all real... or just a brilliant hoax?Subscribe for more weekly legends, hauntings, and late-night weirdness.Drop your belief percentage in the comments — we want to know where you stand.Late Night Legends is a paranormal podcast and stream which believes Spooky Season should be all year long. Listen every week to learn what paratopic the Legends are getting into.Join our Discord! / https://discord.gg/kESdgRH47UMusic licensed from Lickd.Haunted by Poe, https://lickd.lnk.to/KCHwYYID License ID: j5DWERbxqyxWe're also looking for a new host! Care to apply? email us! latenightlegendspodcast@gmail.com

From a working-class childhood in Tottenham to the Cabinet table, David Lammy's path to becoming Foreign Secretary was anything but straightforward. Raised by a single mother after his father disappeared when he was twelve, David's early life was shaped by absence, ambition and a fierce sense of justice.In this deeply personal conversation with James O'Brien, David opens up about the chaos of his childhood, the teachers and parish priests who changed his life, and the duality of growing up between two worlds- North London and a Peterborough choir school. He reflects on the trauma of police harassment, the fear of prison that haunted his youth, and the rage and hope that drove him to become a barrister and, eventually, an MP.They discuss what it means to represent a place like Tottenham, the emotional toll of public service, and the long shadow of imposter syndrome- even as a Cabinet minister. With disarming honesty, David revisits his father's alcoholism, the moment he chose not to see him before he died, and how he finally shook off the feeling he didn't belong- only when he became Foreign Secretary.From LA Law dreams to Harvard halls, David charts the improbable course that brought him to Number 10. And he reveals why, despite the calls for him to run for PM, he's convinced he's exactly where he's meant to be.Now at the heart of British foreign policy during a time of global instability- from Ukraine, to Sudan and the continuing crisis in Gaza- David also shares the limits and frustrations of diplomacy, the responsibility of not being complicit, and the moral weight of trying to end a war that feels impossible to stop.

Tottenham Hotspur has completed a sensational £55 million swoop for Ghanaian sensation Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, marking a major statement of intent under Thomas Frank. Discover how this electrifying midfielder, with his dazzling dribbling and versatile play, is set to ignite the Premier League and become the missing piece in Spurs' puzzle. We break down his incredible talent, tactical fit, and what this blockbuster transfer means for the North London rivalry. Mohammed Kudus, Tottenham Hotspur, Premier League transfer, Spurs signing, West Ham United

The episode today is from North London, where 83 year old Elsie Norwood had lived a full life full of kindness, friendship and community. But she was murdered in the most brutal attack in her own home which appeared to be motiveless. Just who had killed Elsie? And why?Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.comWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He gathered the lost, the lonely, the grieving—and turned their need for kindness into a nightmare. A trusted figure, a secret obsession, and a trail of bodies flushed down London's drains.Between 1978 and 1983, Dennis Nilsen—known as the Muswell Hill Murderer—lured dozens of vulnerable young men, many of them gay and homeless, into his North London flats. What began as offers of shelter, company, even a date, devolved into strangulation, necrophilia, and gruesome rituals of dissection and disposal. In Part 2, we follow the chilling unraveling of Nilsen's double life: the domestic facade, the mounting odor beneath floorboards, and his tril. As we peel back layers of homophobia, isolation, and queerness twisted into violence, we confront how society failed its queer and queer-adjacent victims in this unsolved LGBTQ+ mystery.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history.

Growing up in North London in the 80s, no one was talking about art or design. Life was about conversations with neighbours on the street, the good and the not so good. Four decades later, Paul Cocksedge’s work is grounded in these formative years. Known for his unorthodox approach to materials in works that span public art, sculpture and architectural installation, everything he designs is about human connection. Paul founded his eponymous studio with Joana Pinho in 2004, they met at the Royal College of Art in London. The studio’s work is underpinned by its extensive research into the possibilities of technology, materials and making processes. They’ve collaborated with the V&A in London to Friedman Benda in New York, plus luxury brands including Hermès, Swarovski and BMW and work by the studio is held in numerous important collections worldwide. Listen in as Vince and Paul discuss how to be human in the era of AI, stretching ideas at the Royal Academy of Arts with Ron Arad and why working in the public realm matters to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the surface, what the wellness industry is offering feels like an antidote to our fragmented and fast-paced lives. Influencers and companies use words like "mindfulness" or “whole foods” or “self care” to get our stressed out, burnt out buy in. But, somewhere along the line those promises start to morph into luxury services, expensive memberships and supplements you never knew you needed. In her book “How to Be Well” former fashion journalist Amy Larocca explores the blurred line between healing and branding in a $6 trillion dollar industry.We discuss:Why our current wellness craze mirrors 1930s pre-Nazi GermanyHow Abraham Flexner completely changed how we teach medicine in the US for better – and for worseWhy the spiritual and community void left by declining religious participation leads people to look to the wellness industry for bothAmy says what attracts people to the modern fitness class has parallels to religious practices:“So if you look at what happens in ritual religious gatherings… You see a lot of that replicated in a lot of these boutique fitness settings. You have ritual, you have music, you have ecstatic movement, you have charismatic leaders, you have a sermon. And these sermons have increasingly moved away from talk of muffin tops and bikini bodies and losing that whatever it is, to kindness, community, thinking about your place in the world, thinking about taking the energy that you are building up in that room and spreading it forward. ”Relevant LinksBuy Amy's book “How to Be Well: Navigating Our Self-Care Epidemic, One Dubious Cure at a Time”Read this Wikipedia page on Martine Rothblatt's robot replica of her wife BinaCheck out this article on the impact of the Flexner report on US medicineRead the book “McMindfulness” Amy mentions in the episodeSign up for Lamar's SoulCycle classAbout Our GuestAmy Larocca is an award-winning American journalist. She spent 20 years working at New York Magazine as both Fashion Director and Editor at Large. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Vogue, Town & Country, and the London Review of Books, among others. She lives with her family in New York and North London.SourceConnect With UsFor more information on The Other 80 please visit our website - www.theother80.com. To connect with our team, please email claudia@theother80.com and follow us on twitter...

We sit down with the voice of Tottenham Hotspur, Rob Daly. What were his first impressions of Thomas Frank and Mohammed Kudus. That night in Bilbao and a celebration that took North London by storm. #tottenhamnews #spursnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Alexa is joined by performer and vocal coach Conor O'Hara (fresh from the UK tour of Wicked) to explore 10 standout songs for male singers in the contemporary musical theatre space. From smart audition choices to vocal technique tips, Conor offers practical, performer-led insight that both singers and teachers will find invaluable. Whether you're building your rep book or guiding a student through their next audition, this episode is packed with gold.  WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?   1:04 What is Conor's dream Musical Theatre role?  2:37 What was Conor's journey into Musical theatre?  5:44  What is a Musical Theatre audition like?  12:25  What's Conor's ‘go-to' song? 13:20 What song should you really take to an audition?  20:35 Conor's 10 song list   About the presenter, click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Emily Kristen Morris Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing The Hangar Theatre Company GSA Mountview  RSC Debbie O'Brien  Artists mentioned: Jamie Muscato; Jeremy Jordon; Ben Platt; Aaron Tveit; Jack Wolfe; Brian Darcy James; Ben Joyce; Gavin Creel Danielle Tarento  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.212 10 Songs to Find Your Pop Style Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.205 10 Songs to Inspire Your Singing Lessons Royal Scotland Conservatoire  Spotify Radio Jeanine Tesori   ABOUT THE GUEST Conor trained at Mountview Dramatic Training, gaining a BA (Hons) in Performance (Musical Theatre). He led the UK premier tour of 'Bedknobs and Broomsticks' as Charlie Rawlins, was a swing in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 'A Christmas Carol' and has recently finished touring around the UK with the Musical 'Wicked'.  Alongside a career as a performer, he is currently a singing teacher at Italia Conti. Based in North London, he offers private tuition in person and online for professionals looking to book their next job, students in or out of work aiming to better their technique, drama school auditionees, non-professionals and more.  Conor believes strongly in finding the right repertoire to suit the goals of the performer, whether that's to forward the development of technique, to book the job or even just to keep the enjoyment of singing alive.  E: cohara1998@gmail.com Instagram: @conorcoaches BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

In this bonus episode of the Watchung Booksellers Podcast, we share a recording from an in-store event this spring with Amy Larocca, author of How to Be Well: Navigating Our Self-Care Epidemic, One Dubious Cure at a Time, in conversation with Jason Tanz.Amy Larocca is an award-winning American journalist. She spent twenty years working at New York magazine as both fashion director and editor at large. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, Vogue, Town & Country, and the London Review of Books, among other publications. She lives with her family in New York and North London.Jason Tanz is currently a writer at Salesforce and formerly the editor-in-chief at Lyft. Before that he worked at Wired for many years. He is the author of Other People's Property: A Shadow History of Hip Hop in White America.Resources:Amanda Chantal Bacon Elle InterviewOura Ring AnxietyBooks:A full list of the books and authors mentioned in this episode is available here. Register for Upcoming Events.The Watchung Booksellers Podcast is produced by Kathryn Counsell and Marni Jessup and is recorded at Watchung Booksellers in Montclair, NJ. The show is edited by Kathryn Counsell. Original music is composed and performed by Violet Mujica. Art & design and social media by Evelyn Moulton. Research and show notes by Caroline Shurtleff. Thanks to all the staff at Watchung Booksellers and The Kids' Room! If you liked our episode please like, follow, and share! Stay in touch!Email: wbpodcast@watchungbooksellers.comSocial: @watchungbooksellersSign up for our newsletter to get the latest on our shows, events, and book recommendations!

The Caregiver's Journal hosted by Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST) Hardin-Weiss.   The Caregiver's Journal is the show where we are sharing the caregiving experiences, stories, and wisdom of family caregivers.   Chapter 14 - "Caregiver Support":   About Heidi Lee Cross:   Heidi Lee Cross is a North London-based copywriter, poet, and caregiver. She shares a home with her partner, 12-year-old son, and their cherished dog Bailey. After graduating with a BA Hons Degree in Drama & Theatre Arts in 1996, Heidi embarked on a television career that spanned two decades.   Starting as an intern with Planet 24's The Big Breakfast, she progressed through roles as a runner, researcher, bulletin presenter, and eventually studio and location producer across various television networks. Her passion for writing led her to transition into a successful copywriting career. In 2023, Heidi published a poignant collection of poems about parenthood titled Mum of a Boy.   Her caregiving journey began in 2017 after her father's unexpected passing, which left her to support her mother as she faced early cognitive decline and an Alzheimer's diagnosis. This deeply personal experience inspired her second book, Milk Tulips, a blend of stories, poetry, practical advice, and insights. The book serves as a companion for caregivers navigating the complexities of dementia, especially those raising young children at the same time. Heidi hopes her work provides comfort and encouragement to those facing similar challenges. (both books available on Amazon in hardback, paperback and for Kindle).   About Marielle Molette:   Marielle Molette is a projects officer with an NHS and Social Care background, complemented by her expertise in French and Translation Studies. She lives in North London with her husband and two sons. Her most recent role as a commissioning officer for Barnet Council allowed her to use her skills to lead on various initiatives, including the national Changing Places Toilets campaign. This initiative ensures the provision of fully accessible toilets for individuals with significant disabilities, equipped with specialised facilities such as hoists and adult-sized changing tables, offering dignity and independence to those who need it most.   Passionate about creating positive change and improving the lives of others, Marielle has been a dedicated advocate and caregiver for her mother, who has lived with Alzheimer's for the past 10 years. Her journey inspired her participation in a video campaign by the Royal Free Trust, where she shared her experiences caring for her mum. This initiative aimed to improve outcomes for dementia patients in hospitals, raising awareness about the unique challenges they face, advocating for better care solutions.

Chris and Dean from The Wandering Road podcast take you back to one of the most famous — and hotly debated — hauntings in history: the Enfield Poltergeist. In the late 1970s, a modest home in North London became the epicenter of terrifying events that left investigators, journalists, and even skeptics baffled.From eerie knocking and furniture moving on its own to photographs of a young girl seemingly levitating, the Enfield case captured the world's imagination and inspired countless books, documentaries, and even The Conjuring 2. But was it truly a case of a family tormented by a poltergeist… or a cleverly staged hoax?Join Chris and Dean as they examine the evidence, sift through the myths, and share their own thoughts on what really happened inside the Hodgson family's haunted home.Support the showSOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @TWRoadpodcastIG: twroadpodcastWant to be a guest or share your paranormal experiences? Email us!twroadpodcast@gmail.com

We meet iconic painter Sean Scully on the eve of his 80th birthday at his studio in North London.Over the course of his 50-year career, Sean Scully has created an influential body of work that has marked the development of contemporary abstraction. Fusing the traditions of European painting with the distinct character of American abstraction, his work combines painterly drama with great visual delicacy. Often structured around stripes or layered blocks of colour arranged on horizontal and vertical axes, the layers in his paintings attain a fine balance between calm reflection and an intrinsic vitality. A forceful, physical artist, Scully creates intentionally compelling spaces, and his art is defined by acute concentration and care, involving constant negotiation between the monumental and the intimate. While giving primary importance to the physicality of the materials he employs, his art is commanded by the idea of humanity's betterment, and at the heart of each rigorously composed work lies a near-infinite number of expressive, emotional fluctuations.During a trip to Morocco in 1969, Scully was strongly influenced by the rich colours of the region, which he translated into the broad horizontal stripes and deep earth tones that characterise his mature style. Following fellowships in 1972 and 1975 at Harvard University, he permanently relocated to New York. In the early 1980s, he made the first of several influential trips to Mexico, where he used watercolour for the first time in works inspired by the patterns of light and shadows he saw on the stacked stones of ancient walls. The experience had a decisive effect on him and prompted his decision to move from Minimalism to a more emotional and humanistic form of abstraction.Follow @SeanScullyStudio‘Sean Scully: Stories' at Bucerius Kunst Forum @BuceriusKunstForum, Hamburg, Germany is now open and runs until 30th November 2025.Thanks to Faye at Sean's studio in Tappan, NY and to all of his galleries: @KerlinGallery @ThaddaeusRopac @Lisson_Gallery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And we're back...sort of. Welcome to Season 2.5, episode 1 (of 1) - Andy, Ant and Dun (Sorry about Dun's audio quality) take a look at the summers coming and goings in Shepherd's Bush and New York City ahead of the new season- All aboard HMS P*ss The League - QPR 5 Stevenage 0- Dembele (2), Chair (Direct Free Kick), Harvey Vale and New signing Taylor Richards....TAYLOR RICHARDS with the goals- Marti's finally left the Garden- SNL's Stephan Rennes the show now - Bould move as a lad we once remembered joins the R's- Ben Williams is BACK! A full season from JCS?- Jimmy's contract Dunne. (and so's Sam's and Varane's)- Aussie, Aussie, Aussies- Amadou M'Bengue finally gets to wear some proper hoops- Poku's Bright future at QPR not Birmingham, who's future is Bright- Squad Game. Any position left (back) to fill?- Palace are now Bricking it, as Woody Jets in.- Does Eze drive to North London or Jets off to Munich?- Reading between the lines of the Board's statement.- After Preston the next Saturday 3pm kick off is 1st November. Thanks again Sky.- QPR the best run club in the Championship? OH YEAH!- Subway series in Baseball and Politics. - Ant's Glow up and World Tour - Lovely Stuff- Dun's Fantasy Festival - Crayon Erection et al - Lovely Stuff- Andy's Waterfall - Lovely Stuff- Intertoto Club World Cup brought to you by Blargeybet.tv- QPR NYC The Shop is back! with a 20% discount! - QPR Players in songs XI. Bobby Zamora, I saw him on the bus- A surprising amount of French rap, and Leroy Fer, and Stephane Mbia.- RIP Gordon Jago

Blaise Radley on Therese Henningsen's film. Driven by a recurring urge to encounter strangers with her camera, the filmmaker begins to film her solitary Greek Cypriot neighbour Pete in the tower block in North London where they both live. 

Welcome to The Arsenal Transfer Show EP591 with Tom Canton on The Gooner Talk! Join us for your daily dose of Arsenal transfer news, updates, and expert analysis. In today's episode, we cover:

In this episode we chat about the latest transfer developments of the summer, with Christian Norgaard and Cristhian Mosquera both linked with moves to North London, as well as the lack of anything substantial with regards the big issue of the summer – signing a striker? Are Arsenal being indecisive or just playing their cards very close to their chest, leaving us to fill in the blanks with speculation? We also have listener questions about suggested new TV coverage elements for next season, whether Ethan Nwaneri should go out on loan, Andrea Berta's negotiation techniques, Jakub Kiwior, and lots more besides. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy Meskill, London Correspondent, interviews the family of 87-year-old Irish man John Mackey who was fatally injured in North London last month.

On the 24th of March 1991, 44 year old Peter Rasini was found on the doorstep of his home in Palmers Green, North London. Despite witnesses giving a description of the killer, no one has been brought to justice for his murder.Important information provided by:All contemporary reports: https://www.findmypast.co.uk/homeCrimewatch Reconstruction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs986cFrc&abchannel=RetroPixelsMusic by: dl-sounds.comFollow the Unseen Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unseen-podcast/id1318473466?uo=4Follow the Unseen Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xWK7Mu3bTP6oziZvxrwSK?si=QxvyPkZ2TdCDscnfxyeRawJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/unseenpodFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theunseenpodFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theunseenpod/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theunseenpod?fan_landing=trueSubscribe to 10 Minute True Crime: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-minute-true-crime/id1591474862

There's been a lot of noise around Arsenal's pursuit of Martin Zubimendi, but the North London club regard the deal as done.Ayo Akinwolere is joined by David Ornstein and Duncan Alexander to discuss Arsenal's summer business including the potential arrival of Kepa Arrizabalaga and their ongoing hunt for a striker. Plus, David reveals the latest on Manchester United and Liverpool's recruitment after the mini transfer window came to a close on Tuesday night. Host: Ayo AkinwolereGuests: David Ornstein, Duncan AlexanderExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo's back, with Jay Harris, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Adrian Clarke for company and lots to talk about from the world of football.With Europa League winner Ange Postecoglou dismissed, Spurs now look set to turn to Thomas Frank. What are the Brentford's boss strengths and weaknesses ahead of the potential move to North London?Portugal are the Nations League champions after their penalty shootout win over Spain, with Cristiano Ronaldo showing he still has the knack at 40 years of age.Italy's chances of missing a third successive World Cup increased after the 3-0 defeat to Norway that saw the exit of manager Luciano Spalletti. Will anybody let Claudio Ranieri retire?Plus plenty of transfer chat and England's angst over a win in Andorra.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Portugal win the Nations League (03.00)• PART 2: Ange out, Frank in at Spurs (13.00) • PART 3: Mbeumo, Gittens, Cherki and other transfers (26.00)• PART 4: James Horncastle on Spalletti's Italy exit (43.00)• PART 5: England angst over Andorra win (57.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Hendrick & Karl Matchett discuss the changes at Spurs this summer as the North London side seemingly close in on Brentford boss Thomas Frank as their new manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Thomas Frank's departure to Tottenham Hotspur all but confirmed Billy The Bee Grant and Dave Laney Laney got together in the Beesotted Emergency Bunker to discuss the head coach situation at Brentford Football Club. The press has been in overdrive the past few days and the inevitablity of Frank's move from West to North London seems a matter of when rather than if… As Brentford fans we are focussed on how developments affect our club, but the two Beesotted editors also discuss how they feel the likeable Dane will cope under Daniel Levy compared to Matthew Benham; who may come next at The Gtech, will it be Justin Cochrane or Jurgen Klopp; as well as whether Frank's relationship with the Brentford fans will be compromised by the way the departure has played out so far. Thomas Frank's track record at Brentford can never be questioned but, at these moments, all Bees fans share a mixed sense of concern, fear and uncertainty about the future… we hope this edition of the podcast reflects the views of most fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#377 Piss Canal - Richard's son has come up with a brilliant new emergency question (and is thus finally helping to pay for his upkeep), though is it worth it for the Hell of attending a three hour kids' party? Richard's guest is fabulous writer/actor/comedian Jamie Demetriou. They talk about how many holes are in a ghost's sheet, the genesis of Stath Lets Flats and why the casting was crucial to its success, working with a sibling, the inconvenience of having a bladder, what it's like having all your clothes stolen and how it's hard to write about North London when you're lockdown alone in LA.SUPPORT THE SHOW!Watch our TWITCH CHANNELBecome a badger and see extra content at our WEBSITE See details of the RHLSTP TOUR DATES Buy DVDs and Books from GO FASTER STRIPE Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/rhlstp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's what my Italian barber used to say to me when I was a kid.  Still true, and never so much as when we, at almost whiplash speed, replace one quite good keeper with another who could be even better.  Tom Colwell is up from Philadelphia and Greville Waterman calls in from North London to think about what it all means - in this first close-season podcast.Text the pod!

In this episode, we're joined by Josh Fineman. Josh had the career, the young family, the success but behind it all was exhaustion, self-doubt, and a relentless voice asking, “Is this it?” In this honest and revealing conversation, Josh shares how growing up as the ‘good boy' in a high-achieving North London household shaped his adult identity. He talks about the unspoken grief that filled the family home, the hidden cost of seeking approval, and the endless comparisons that wore him down. What followed were years of chasing status, zigzagging through jobs, and numbing out until a crisis forced a reckoning. Therapy cracked the door open, but it was men's work - raw, in-person, shoulder-to-shoulder - that truly began to transform his life. Josh went on to create Mensch, a community where men come together to rediscover connection, purpose, and truth - with boots on the ground and fires lit -locally around the country.  We talk about masculinity, parenting, legacy, and why so many men who "have it all" still feel empty. Josh speaks candidly about fear of failure, starting something meaningful, and the power of local brotherhood. If you've ever quietly wondered, “What happened to me?” or “Is this all there is?” then this episode is for you. 

Welcome to Education Sense, a new podcast from the team behind The Rest is Education!This week's episode is brought to you by David Marshall and Isabel Rich. Together with teacher, Steph Vega, we'll be discussing Daniel Willingham's seminal education text Why Don't Students Like School? We will summarise what the book is about and also tease out some of the practical tips about how we can all become better classroom teachers. It's an episode that covers theory about how the brain learns but also some usable strategies for all. Resources: The first edition of Why Don't Students Like School? came out in 2009 with a new updated edition published in 2021: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55874986-why-don-t-students-like-schoolBrief mention is also made of Daniel Willingham's new book, Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy. We recommend this book as a great resource for FE students and those studying for higher level exams: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59366180-outsmart-your-brainIn this episode, we use a Thinking Routine from Harvard Project Zero to guide the discussion and enable us to get to the heart of some of the cognitive principles raised in the book. We chose CONNECT, EXTEND, CHALLENGE as our Thinking Routine: https://pz.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/Connect%20Extend%20Challenge_0.pdfSteph is EDIJ coordinator and Head of Constructive Thinking at a primary school in North London. You can find out more about Harvard Project Zero, beloved of Steph and our teacher learning community: https://pz.harvard.edu/

Join us for a special Crossover Thursday edition as we're joined by @FKHanage from Latte Firm to dive deep into the burning question on every Gooner's mind: Is Benjamin Sesko the striker Arsenal desperately needs? In this early bird discussion, we break down the Slovenian forward's potential move to North London, analyzing his playing style, goal-scoring record, and whether he's the missing piece to Arsenal's title puzzle. Are we genuinely excited about this potential signing, or are there lingering doubts about splashing the cash on another young talent? What We Cover: ⚽ Sesko vs Gyökeres - Why the 21-year-old might be the better long-term investment than the Portuguese league's goal machine

We're blessed to support this club.  For going on a decade now, each season has been a wonderful adventure - each one different, each with it's ups and downs.  But how many clubs have our ups/downs ratio???  To look back and to peak forward we have Iowa's own Glenn Houlihan back, along with Greville Waterman from North London.  It's the final podcast of the season, a podcast that was started by our OG host Ryan Dull (Comic Book Guy to many of you).  It's once again been a pleasure to talk football and to meet so many wonderful people this season.  Good people seem to find Brentford Football Club naturally.We look forward to a restful summer...but not too much fun!  Pre-season starts in July.  And we will talk to you again then.Text the pod!

Sam sits down with Arsenal defender Emily Fox (from America) to talk about her journey with the club this season, her goals ahead of this weekend's Champions League final, and how North London has come to feel like home.SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's a building in North London, built from equal parts brick and tahini, with walls coated in olive oil and floors stained with spice. This is the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, where a group of individuals meet and eat, cook and write, tear and share and gather with just one motive: to create good food with good ingredients, and to share it with the world. Chef and author Noor Murad joined the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen in 2018, eventually becoming its head and the writer of its books, “Shelf Love” and “Extra Good Things.” Bahrain-born, London-based and New York-trained, Noor's own recipes have been featured in the New York Times, and she's cooked on BBC's Saturday Kitchen. Her Middle Eastern roots have a strong influence on her cooking, with Arabic, Indian, and Persian flavors making a prominent appearance in her recipes. Noor joins Google to discuss her book “Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from my Middle East.” Lugma is an Arabic word that means, “a bite.” The book offers over 100 recipes as an ode to the food she grew up eating—traditional flavors and modern dishes from Bahrain, the surrounding Middle East, and beyond. Watch this episode at youtube.com/TalksAtGoogle.

We didn't want to qualify for any stinking European tournaments anyway.  Oscar Thompson, all the way from Hollywood California, and Greville Waterman, all the way from North London, are the fantastic guests this week.  On a glorious day in West London on the penultimate weekend of this remarkable season, Brentford comes unstuck in three fateful minutes and the points go to Fulham.  It never feels good to lose, and it always feels worse when you know you shouldn't have lost.  Add to that it's a local rival and long-time nemesis, and it really does hurt.  We'll always have the Anglo-Italian Cup!Text the pod!

A frustrating game in North London as Newcastle United fall 1-0 to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.Join Paul and the team as they break down all the key moments from the match — including tactical analysis, individual performances, VAR decisions, and what went wrong for the Magpies in the second half.Was it simply a bad day at the office, or are there bigger concerns as the season reaches its critical stage? We'll also discuss the impact of this result on the league standings and Newcastle's European hopes.

A massive clash awaits as Newcastle United travel to the Emirates Stadium to take on Arsenal in a key Premier League showdown!Join Paul and the team as they break down all the big talking points ahead of the game — including team news, predicted line-ups, tactical battles, key players to watch, and what Eddie Howe's men need to do to come away with a result in North London.Can the Magpies pull off a big away performance? Or will Arsenal prove too strong? We've got all the analysis, insight, and fan opinion you need ahead of this huge fixture.

//The Wire//2300Z May 13, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: BOMB THREAT GROUNDS AIRCRAFT IN BELGIUM. ARSON ATTACK STRIKES BRITISH PM'S RESIDENCE.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Belgium: This morning a bomb threat was reported onboard a RyanAir flight inbound to Charleroi Airport, prompting a security lockdown. Once the aircraft landed at the airport, passengers were evacuated at a remote section of the airport while the aircraft was inspected. It is unclear as to if any explosive threat was found onboard the aircraft.United Kingdom: An arson attack was reported at the Prime Minister's residence yesterday afternoon. PM Starmer's private residence in North London was attacked by an assailant, who set fire to the front door of the structure. One assailant has been arrested in conjunction with this incident.AC: Local authorities are keeping quiet regarding this incident, so details are very hard to verify. However, this appears to be the fairly standard Molotov attack, or something similar.Middle East: President Trump's visit to the region continues, with mostly trade deals being the focus of proceedings so far. This morning the United States and Saudi Arabia signed what the White House calls the largest arms deal in history, a $142 billion agreement for various American arms. President Trump also announced the removal of sanctions from the nation of Syria.France: This afternoon an attempted kidnapping was reported in Paris, involving a family member of a major cryptocurrency exchange executive. The victims, who have not been identified, successfully evaded capture from the assailants who attempted to pull them into an unmarked van. -HomeFront-Maryland: A multi-alarm fire was reported at a vacant mattress warehouse in west Baltimore overnight. Amtrak service was briefly interrupted due to the fire, as the rail lines were located directly adjacent to the burning structure.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: The kidnapping of crypto executives has become a rather common occurrence throughout Europe over the past few years as the cryptocurrency world becomes much more high profile. Several CEOs of crypto exchanges have been robbed, or kidnapped and held for ransom in very sophisticated heists over the past few months alone. Back in January, a family member of a crypto exchange executive was kidnapped in Paris as well, and his amputated finger sent to police. This individual was finally rescued on May 5th by counterterrorism forces. Now, roughly a week later, another high-profile kidnapping was attempted in the same exact city. Black-bag street kidnappings appear to be the main vector for the kidnapping ring, which also bears the hallmarks of a much more substantial organized crime syndicate. Either way, most of the crypto executives that have been involved in these cases have demonstrated rather poor personal security (PERSEC), and have been known to present significant vulnerabilities via posts on social media.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//

During the pandemic, it seemed like the internet, and specifically TikTok, was coughing up one fringe aesthetic after the next: Cottagecore! Trad Cath Coquette! Old Money! Coastal Grandmother! And of course, our personal fave, Dark Academia. We even did a whole episode on it, as part of a larger examinatin of post-pandemic aesthetics. Fast forward to today, and the churn of social media-born aesthetics seems to have slowed somewhat, leaving behind a landscape that feels more fragmented and difficult to parse. So we've brought back our guest for that episode — style writer, trend forecaster, and bonafide Cool Girl Biz Sherbert — to give us a lay of the sartorial land. Along with continuing to co-host the influential fashion and culture podcast Nymphet Alumni, and writing for places like The Face and AnOther Magazine, Biz recently launched a new publication called American Style on Substack (subscribe!), which she says is about “what people are really wearing and why.”If you're a CUJO subscriber, you already got a little taste via our Coachella collab with American Style a couple weeks ago. Either way, you're in for a treat: Biz joins us to talk about American Style's origin story and what's she's learned from documenting what young people are wearing out in the real world, at places ranging from a Deftones concert in Atlanta, to Disney World in Orlando, to a rave in North London. We also get into the state of countercultural and subcultural fashion in 2025; why men and boys seem, for the first time in a long time, to be leading the style conversation; the role that festivals like Coachella play in the wider image-making ecosystem; and the strange staying power of the festival cowgirl.Subscribe to American Style and follow Biz on Instagram (fka @marcfisherquotes). Listen to Nymphet Alumni on your pod platform of choice. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theculturejournalist.substack.com/subscribe

When he was 14, “Gareth” began a sexual relationship with his attractive science teacher at his North London school. Students spread rumors and adults minimized the gravity of the relationship, saying Gareth had lived out every teen's fantasy of sleeping with an older woman. After struggling with his emotions and mental health for thirty-five years, Gareth came to realize Sally-Anne Bowen wasn't his girlfriend - she was his abuser. But his quest to get justice is hampered by those who don't view him as the victim of teen sexual abuse, but as a lucky boy.The four-part podcast “Lucky Boy” from Tortoise Media explores how the explicit encounters began, the consequences of their discovery, and Gareth's attempts to make sense of his life. Host Chloe Hadjimatheou searches for other victims of Bowen while asking why our perception of sexual abuse is different when the perpetrator is an alluring woman and the victim is an adolescent boy. OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "LUCKY BOY" BEGIN IN THE FINAL NINE MINUTES OF THE PODCAST. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com.

Arsenal are out of the Champions League at the semi-final stage, losing 3-1 on aggregate to PSG. Missed chances cost the Gunners again, with the lack of a recognised striker once again a topic of discussion. How different could this season have been for Mikel Arteta had they signed a proper number 9? On the other side of North London, Spurs travel to deepest darkest Norway and into the Arctic Circle to face Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League tonight. Keep up to date with us on our socials here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Scott is joined by Barry and special guests Viddal Riley and Odel Kamara.  Viddal talks about having the North London bragging rights after beating Chev Clarke, finally gaining recognition from the boxing community, and his plans for the future.   Rising amateur star Odel Kamara joins Andy and Barry to discuss preparing for the first World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, the Olympics, and his career aspirations.   Andy and Barry recap a busy weekend of boxing action and discuss the super fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.  

Arsenal's mastery at the set-piece was thrown back in their faces on Saturday in North London as Bournemouth scored two goals straight from the training ground, ensuring that Iraola's men emerged with three points. Ten days ago Cherries fans agreed that just four points would be an excellent return from Manchester United and the Gunners, and whilst it turns out that Boscombe got that, it didn't happen the way we thought we would. Sam and Tom review a match from which ensured Andoni's men secured a massive three points, and a first ever DOUBLE over the Gooners, with a startling realisation that set-piece routines were central to EVERY goal against them this season. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you're enjoying this show, you can help support us by buying us a coffee at ⁠https://www.afcbpodcast.com/coffee⁠ – we really appreciate it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Morning Footy crew breaks down Manchester United's commanding 3-0 win at San Mamés, a result that puts them on the brink of the Europa League final. It was a dream night for Ruben Amorim's side - but not without controversy. Did Garnacho get away with a handball? And did Dani Vivian deserve to see red?  Then, Geoff Shreeves joins to recap Tottenham's 3-1 victory over Bodø/Glimt. With Ange Postecoglou two games away from ending Spurs' long wait for silverware, is a European title a prerequisiite to secure his future in North London? Plus, Chelsea look set to cruise to the Conference League title—but can they also sneak into a Top 5 Premier League finish? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Arsenal's chances of not winning the title were rubber stamped last weekend, a defeat at home to PSG in the Champions League has left them with a lot to do in Paris. With second place as good as confirmed, and little left to fight for in the league, fans are wondering if Arteta might hold back his first choice players on Saturday ahead of Bournemouth's visit. Both teams are going to be angry, with the visitors also having a disappointing last match-week, dropping points to Manchester United late into the game, and with Bournemouth's European dream alive, but fading, a result at the Emirates could well re-ignite the season. So how is this match going to play out? Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park hotel to pick apart a big game in North London. Visit the QP at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, BH8 9AR. Check out their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/queensparkpub - or give them a call on 01202 301747 or 07876213400 Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you're enjoying this show, you can help support us by buying us a coffee at ⁠https://www.afcbpodcast.com/coffee⁠ – we really appreciate it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello Rank Squad! It's time for Champions League Takeaway here on Ranks FC, and our first episode of the semi-finals, looking back at the game between Arsenal and PSG in North London, where Luis Enrique's side came out the victors, taking a 1-0 win with them back to the Parc des Princes for next week's second leg. We discuss it all in great detail - looking at a mesmerising first 25 minutes from the Parisiens, as well as the way Arsenal dug themselves back into the game briefly, before PSG spurned some late chances to make their lead much more secure. We talk the role of Declan Rice, the absence of Thomas Partey, a star turn from Myles Lewis-Skelly, the brilliance of João Neves, Ousmane Dembélé's free-role and how he picked up space, as well as the difference in experience between the two managers, the atmosphere and how PSG quietened it down early on, and loads more besides. It's Ranks!  And remember, if you'd like more from the Rank Squad, including extra podcasts every Monday and Friday (including our weekly Postbox taking a look at the whole weekend of football) and access to our brilliant Discord community, then why not join us here on Patreon?

This episode is devoted to telling the story of how Arsenal is making a difference in North London, and in Za'atari Refugee Camp. It's also about escaping hardship, falling in love with Arsenal, and the importance of giving back.If you're able to contribute to the fundraiser, please help the children of Za'atari Refugee Camp. We have new ticket giveaways to announce soon, in addition to the VIP Bournemouth ticket.You can make your donation now and help us smash our ambitious goal:http://justgiving.com/page/avp2025

What a night for Arsenal! This morning, we found a wild Jim Campbell walking the streets of North London and Marcus, Luke and Pete brought him in for a celebratory Ramble.On the show, Luke's momentarily lost for words over Declan Rice's free-kicks - It obviously doesn't last very long. Plus, Marcus compares Unai Emery to Brendan Rodgers and Pete compares Thomas Muller to his old boiler…We're going on tour! Get your tickets now: https://footballramblelive.com.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal face off against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals but they'll be without one of their best defenders. Rog and Rory discuss whether the Gunners have enough fire power to upset the European specialists who are a little shaky at the back. Also, what is Borussia Dortmund's identity and should they stick with coach Niko Kovac? Can Spurs get through Eintracht Frankfurt and save Ange Postecoglu's job in North London? All of this and more on the latest European Nights...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale from a childhood haunted by something unseen yet unmistakably real. A house in North London, quiet and unassuming, becomes the backdrop for strange happenings that defy explanation. Footsteps echo in the dead of night, a slamming door reverberates through the halls, and voices from beyond demand entry.   Join us as we uncover a mystery that spans months, involving not just one but multiple witnesses to unexplained phenomena. As we dive deeper into the unsettling events, we question what is truly happening—are these simply the products of overactive imaginations, or is there something far darker lurking in the shadows?

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale from a childhood haunted by something unseen yet unmistakably real. A house in North London, quiet and unassuming, becomes the backdrop for strange happenings that defy explanation. Footsteps echo in the dead of night, a slamming door reverberates through the halls, and voices from beyond demand entry.   Join us as we uncover a mystery that spans months, involving not just one but multiple witnesses to unexplained phenomena. As we dive deeper into the unsettling events, we question what is truly happening—are these simply the products of overactive imaginations, or is there something far darker lurking in the shadows?

In one of our most horrifying episodes yet, we look at a man who clamped and amputated the genitals of potentially hundreds of men, and carried out unimaginable sexual torture – all from his basement flat in North London.But what makes this story truly unbelievable is that every one of those victims wanted for it to happen. They belonged to a secretive community of 'nullos' – people who fantasise about the removal of sexual organs. And each procedure was filmed and streamed for a waiting online community of tens of thousands of members. There, disembodied penises and testicles were auctioned off… and even eaten. It's time to discover the savage online empire of the Eunuch Maker.Exclusive bonus content:Wondery - Ad-free & ShortHandPatreon - Ad-free & Bonus EpisodesFollow us on social media:YouTubeTikTokInstagramVisit our website:WebsiteSources available on redhandedpodcast.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.