Podcasts about Pembrokeshire

Flags over Solva / Fflagiau Dros Solfach is a 1992 film by Tim Davies, duration 3 minutes 16 seconds. This black and white film documents a site-specific event from the hills above Solva, Pembrokeshire, across the quay from The Gribin. In the centre of the windy overcast scene are five metal and wood flag poles, each a monumental 15 feet high, positioned next to each other in a group. The view of the village Solva in the background across the quay. The flags tussling and rippling in the wind and crashing into one another with each gust. Each flag is a long thin symmetrical triangle shape, with two central light-coloured flags surrounded by darker flags on either side. The flag poles are secured to the ground just under halfway down with supporting rope that creates a tripod like form, attached to the ground with white pegs. In the making of Flags over Solva, Davies had created the flag poles in parts so that they would be ready to assemble as needed and spent a week introducing them into the Solva landscape in a variety of configurations. Having spent part of his childhood in Solva, staying with his grandfather, it is a place well known to him. Using flags as monument, he explored the notion of land ownership as temporary, claiming a site for the duration of each intervention. From the innocent connotation of flags as a plaything for children marking sandcastles, reclaimed by the tide, to the implications of the moon landings; to lamenting the loss and disempowerment of local ownership in relation to Welsh cultural identity, the work references contested land ownership and the object as a signifier of site. The core of Davies' work is rooted in working time- and site-specifically, using 2- and 3-dimensional and performative media. His practice also explores the written, spoken and visualised word. Born in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire in 1960, Davies studied Fine Art at Norwich School of Art and completed an MA in Issues in Art & Architecture at the University for the Creative Arts in Canterbury. He has worked in a range of media over the last 30 years, exhibiting and making work in Wales, the UK and internationally. He has received many awards, including the Mostyn Open prize, the Gold Medal in Fine Art at the National Eisteddfod and a major Creative Wales Award. He was the first European artist shortlisted for the Artes Mundi Visual Arts Prize and represented Wales in a solo show at the Venice Biennale in 2011. Flags over Solva was acquired in 2005 through the Wakelin Award, an annual award given to an artist living and working in Wales, whose work is purchased for the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery's permanent collection.

This episode of The UK Flooring Podcast sits down with James Parfitt from Parfitt's Carpets & Interiors for a proper family business story spanning more than five decades in the flooring trade.James shares how he accidentally ended up in flooring after originally training as a chef, stepping into the family business when his mum needed help managing fitters, customers, stock, and the day-to-day pressure of running a busy carpet shop.From old-school ordering by phone and fax, to changing the showroom from 150 rolls of stock into a modern presentation space, James talks openly about the decisions that shaped the business, the shift from carpet-heavy sales to hard flooring, adding beds and interiors, and the challenges of planning for the next generation.There's also a powerful conversation about training, succession, family names in business, sobriety, and the lessons James wishes he had learned earlier.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How James went from chef to flooring retailer almost by accident.What it was like joining the family business during a difficult period.Why Parfitt's moved away from carrying huge stock levels.How the showroom evolved from rolls of carpet to a more modern interiors space.Why beds became a useful add-on alongside flooring.How the business shifted from around 80% carpet to more hard flooring.Why James believes fitter training should have happened much earlier.The challenges of managing accounts, wages, and back-office systems.Why business owners should think carefully before naming a company after themselves.How James is preparing his son Luke to potentially take over the business.Why James thinks training, at every stage of your career, never really stops.Memorable Quote:“You're never too old to learn.”Speaker Information:James Parfitt is part of Parfitt's Carpets & Interiors, a long-established family flooring business based in Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire. The business has been running for 57 years and has evolved from a traditional carpet shop into a flooring and interiors showroom, offering carpets, hard flooring, beds, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about how a landmark report has revealed the impact rising youth unemployment and disengagement is having on the British economy. She also spoke about how the former First Minister of Scotland has spoken publicly for the first time since her estranged husband pleaded guilting to embezzlement and how a dog walk in the Welsh county of Pembrokeshire has fetched quite the payday.

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star ReviewThis week on Casual Camping Podcast, head with us to Shell Island in Wales — officially Europe's largest campsite — to find out whether 400 acres of camping paradise really deserves its legendary reputation. From clifftop sea views and giant sandy beaches to woodland hammock spots and dunes that make you feel completely off-grid, you'll hear why this place keeps drawing campers back year after year.You'll also join Tim as he tests his brand-new Vango Sierra TC Air 300 in some proper coastal wind, while Ade returns to his favourite Pembrokeshire campsite armed with his Snowpeak Grandberg, a tent stove and a rather noisy flue pipe. Throw in dolphins in the bay, tidal causeways, Shell Island IPA, and preparations for a scorching-hot Bushcraft Show weekend, and you've got another laugh-filled episode packed with campsite tips, gear chat, and the usual camping nonsense.DISCLAIMER: Casual Camping Podcast accepts no liability and does not officially recommend any products or endorse any techniques discussed in an individual podcast episode or shown on Casual Camping Podcast social media accounts. Individuals should make their own informed decision and risk assessment of any products or advice prior to any purchase or useSupport the showCheck Out Our Socials:Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1333082837320305/?_rdrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/casualcampingpodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO9F70wD5P16dbKV20rTtwegIcBDtKY8QThreads: https://www.threads.net/@casualcampingpodcast?invite=0

Who was the mysterious Queen of the Lakes said to rule the waters of north Wales? How did one Pembrokeshire woman armed with only a pitchfork help defeat French invaders? And did Welsh folklore really tell of women strong enough to wrestle grown men, fight invading armies, and become giants? In this episode of the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast, we explore a trio of larger-than-life Welsh women whose stories tow a fine line between fact and fiction, history and folklore. There's Jemima Fawr, the legendary heroine of Fishguard, who reportedly captured French soldiers during the last invasion of mainland Britain. There's Megan Ferch Evan - hunter, fisherwoman, musician, boat builder, blacksmith, wrestler, and all-round local legend - whose reputation became so extraordinary she was remembered as the Queen of the Lakes. And then things become stranger still… Victorian writers also tell of a travelling Welsh giantess who vanished to Texas with her much smaller husband. Press play for the full story! Expect Welsh folklore, giants, warrior women, myths, invasions, and some truly *ahem* giant characters. Tune in now… if you dare!

Join me on the episode as I chat with Jonathan Williams the organiser of the Pembrokeshire Bass Lure Tournament If you have ever thought of fishing the festival and plan on going over this year or in the future be sure to have a listen. Jonathan gives a great insight into this competition and shares some tips and advice on lure fishing the Pembroke coast.

In the latest episode of Grounded: The regenerative farming podcast, Kyle and Stuart speak to dairy farmer Andrew Rees, the newest member to join our mentoring team. Andrew farms dairy at Moor Farm, in Pembrokeshire, alongside wife Vicky, mum Jean and two full-time and one part-time member of staff.His family farmed conventionally until around 2009, when he began to move towards spring block calving and an increased focus on production from grazing. Tune in now for an in-depth discussion of how to focus on soil health and reduce inputs in a dairy context. This podcast is brought to you by Regenerate Outcomes, which supports farmers to grow profits and improve crop and livestock performance by building functional soil.Receive one-on-one mentoring from experienced regenerative farmers to increase the productivity of your soil, cut costs and reduce external inputs.Baseline and measure changes in soil carbon to generate verified carbon credits which you can retain or sell for additional income.No cost to join. No cost to leave.For more information go to www.regenerateoutcomes.co.uk

Calvin Betton is in Madrid, George Bellshaw is in recovery again and James Gray is in a dark, lonely Pembrokeshire car park. They discussed... - Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the French Open, and perhaps beyond, with an ongoing wrist injury - Jannik Sinner is now a 70 per cent favourite to win Roland Garros, but who is his closest challenger? Alexander Zverev can't beat him, Novak Djokovic isn't fit... the lads assess the challengers - Rafa Jodar is on a breakout run and beat fellow young gun Joao Fonseca - might he join the Possibles in Paris? - Has a sickness bug ruined our chances of understanding the WTA power rankings at Madrid? - Venus Williams has lost 10 (TEN) singles matches in a row but is still getting wildcards - The players are torn over electronic line-calling after a number of marks appeared to differ from the call made by Hawk-Eye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Calvin Betton is in Madrid, George Bellshaw is in recovery again and James Gray is in a dark, lonely Pembrokeshire car park. They discussed... - Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the French Open, and perhaps beyond, with an ongoing wrist injury - Jannik Sinner is now a 70 per cent favourite to win Roland Garros, but who is his closest challenger? Alexander Zverev can't beat him, Novak Djokovic isn't fit... the lads assess the challengers - Rafa Jodar is on a breakout run and beat fellow young gun Joao Fonseca - might he join the Possibles in Paris? - Has a sickness bug ruined our chances of understanding the WTA power rankings at Madrid? - Venus Williams has lost 10 (TEN) singles matches in a row but is still getting wildcards - The players are torn over electronic line-calling after a number of marks appeared to differ from the call made by Hawk-Eye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

by UFO History Buff & Author, Charles Lear In 1977, there was a flap in the area of St. Brides Bay in Pembrokeshire, Wales, that involved reported sightings of craft and humanoids. The most well-known incident involved 14 Broad Haven Primary School students running inside to tell their headmaster that they had seen a yellow cigar-shaped craft land in a field. On February 17, three staff members reported they saw the same craft. The story made national news thanks to British UFO Research Association investigator and UFO Investigators Network correspondent Randall Jones Pugh, and a flap began that would result in the area being referred to as “The Welsh Triangle.” A lesser-known case involved an entire family that reported a series of strange events which Pugh covered in articles published in issues of Flying Saucer Review and the BUFORA Journal.In April, while driving, Pauline Coombes and three (out of four) of her children were reportedly chased by a football shaped UFO. Later that year, in October, Coombes, her four children, and her mother reportedly witnessed a craft and humanoids that behaved in an especially bizarre manner. It came out that all sorts of strange happenings were said to have been occurring on the family homestead called Ripperston Farm. Journalist Clive Harold got close to the family and wrote a book about their experiences titled, “The Uninvited.” Read more →YOUTUBE INTERVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVyQ_Um4grM&t=1sCONTACT AND SUPPORT

This episode covers the latest developments in the Peloton ecosystem and the broader fitness industry. We start by looking at recent media appearances, including the "At The Next Table" episode featuring Cody Rigsby, Alex Toussaint, and Adrian Williams, as well as Peloton IQ's segment on Good Morning America. We also review current events affecting users, such as a reported house fire in New Jersey allegedly involving a Peloton Bike, the dismissal of the rust lawsuit, and a known logging issue affecting Android users.On the events front, we discuss Peloton's partnerships with the Longevity Show in London and The Big Retreat Festival in Pembrokeshire, alongside instructor appearances at various upcoming festivals and conferences. Listeners should also note the scheduled studio maintenance pausing live classes from April 6 to April 12.Finally, we detail the latest fitness programming additions. This includes the upcoming live cross-training program, Emma Lovewell's new 45-minute Pilates class, the Dale Rhythm Collection celebrating Puerto Rico, and new additions to the Bench Collection. We close with practical tips, including a new AI method for class discovery and our regular listener-recommended class roundup.Episode Topics:Peloton's "At The Next Table" episode features Cody Rigsby, Alex Toussaint, and Adrian Williams.A Peloton Bike allegedly starts a house fire in New Jersey.Peloton IQ is featured on Good Morning America.Android users experience issues logging distance on their "Just Workout" sessions.Peloton partners with the Longevity Show in London.Peloton appears at The Big Retreat Festival in Pembrokeshire.Reminder: No live classes from April 6 to April 12 due to PSNY and PSL studio maintenance.The Peloton Bike rust lawsuit is officially dismissed.Robin Arzon and Camila Ramon attend the Me, Myself & I Festival.Rebecca Kennedy is featured in People Magazine.Logan Aldridge is set to lead a conference workout at NIRSA 2026.Tunde Oyeneyin is scheduled to speak at the Conferences for Women.Hannah Corbin's Country Happy Hour fitness classes return to the schedule.Jenn Sherman adds two new dates to her Dear FoundHer tour.Fitness wearable company Whoop raises $575 million in new funding.TCO Top 5: Listener-recommended classes for you to check out this week.This Week at Peloton: A review of recent highlights across the platform.Details on the upcoming launch of Peloton's live cross-training program.Emma Lovewell introduces her first 45-minute Pilates class.Peloton celebrates Puerto Rico with the new Dale Rhythm Collection.A breakdown of Peloton's new Kettlebell Challenge.Zacharias' Yoga program goes back to the basics.The Bench Collection receives two new class additions.An interesting AI hack to optimize your fitness class discovery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

@TalkArt continues with an in-depth interview on the work of GWEN JOHN with curator @Lucy.C.Wood to explore a major exhibition Gwen John: Strange Beauties at the National Museum Cardiff. Hosted by @RobertDiament.This once-in-a-generation exhibition brings together over 200 oil paintings, drawings and watercolours from public and private collections across the world with rarely seen works on paper from the artist's studio collection to celebrate her 150th birthday. Born in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in 1876, Gwen John trained at the Slade School of Art in London and was one of the first British women to receive a formal art education. She later moved to Paris, where she became part of its vibrant artistic community, forging an independent path in a male-dominated art world.Gwen John is one of Wales' most extraordinary artists. She saw the world differently — quietly, attentively, and with extraordinary depth. That difference shaped everything: her subjects, her method, her colours, her words, her work. It is the first major collection of her work in over forty years. It tells Gwen's story as it's never been told before — revealing new ways of seeing her life and art and celebrating an artist whose vision still feels strikingly modern today. This is an invitation — to see the world through Gwen's eyes — to slow down, look closer and discover the wonder in her work. Unmissable — for both newcomers and devoted admirers alike.Listen to Talk Art podcast, stream now: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!Lucy Wood is Senior Curator of Art at Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales. She is co-curator of Gwen John: Strange Beauties (2026) and co-editor of the accompanying monograph with Rachel Stratton, Yale Center for British Art.Follow @MuseumWalesVisit: https://museum.wales/cardiff/whatson/12640/Gwen-John-Strange-Beauties/#GwenJohn Exhibition organised by Amgueddfa Cymru in partnership with National Galleries of Scotland, National Museum of Women in the Arts, and Yale Center for British Art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode of the SFT Podcast, we hear from Owen Shiers – Welsh folk singer, researcher, grain grower and cultural historian. In his late 20s, Owen was rewarded a scholarship from the Finzi Trust to research folk music in Ceredigion, where he grew up – a moment which he describes as the 'beginning of his journey'. What was originally intended to be an exploration of culture, became an exploration of agriculture as Owen came to learn about the significance of black oats in Wales. During his research, Owen crossed paths with Gerald Miles, an organic farmer from Pembrokeshire, and Iwan Evans Coedfadre, a Welsh folk singer and farmer. Whilst Gerald had been searching for black oats for 20 years, having all but disappeared and been replaced by more modern varieties of oats, Iwan was the last farmer in Wales to be growing them. Through this research, Owen was able to connect Gerald and Iwan, which led to the creation of the Llafur Ni Network ('Our Cereals') – a project they co-founded with the Gaia Foundation, bringing together farmers and growers across Wales to revive black oats and other rare welsh grains. Owen's music, (Cynefin – Owen's 'musical brainchild') is firmly rooted in the customs and cultural vernacular of Ceredigion. His most recent album Shimli, explores the intersection between music, poetry, food and the natural world. Stick around until the end of this episode to hear 'Y Medelwr' (The Reaper Man) from Owen's latest album, and for an explanation about the origins of the song. Elsewhere in the episode, Patrick and Owen also talk about the impact that religion has had on Welsh folk music; how the cultivation and preservation of seeds compares to that of the cultivation of wool and other animal by-products; and they ask, how can we create economic opportunities for people in a food and farming system which is often working against the principles of sustainability? You can listen to Cynefin's music here and and follow him on Instagram. To find out more about the Llafur Ni Network and how Owen first came to meet Gerald and Iwan, watch this brilliant film from The Gaia Foundation and Andy Pilsbury. To listen to more SFT podcasts, featuring some of the biggest names in regenerative food and farming, head to our main podcast page. And to keep up to date with our news, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Bluesky. This conversation was recorded in January 2026.   Timestamps: 0:00: Welcome to the SFT Podcast! 0:49: Who is Owen Shiers? 3:17: Exploring the roots of Welsh folk music 5:03: The Methodist Church's impact on folk music in Wales 7:55: Black Oats in Wales 11:06: What can poetry tell us about farming culture? 13:40: Stuck between a rock and a hard place: valuing culture versus making a profit in farming 17:53: Opportunities in agricultural education 23:40: How do we create economic opportunities for people in a system set against the principles of sustainability? 28:18: The Llafur Ni Network 42:06: How does the cultivation and valuing of seeds compare to wool? 45:28: How can we make sustainable food and clothing more affordable? 49:11: Owen reads some Welsh poetry 51:52: Goodbye! 52:31: 'Y Medelwr' (The Reaper Man)

Velfrey Vineyard began life as a field beside a family magazine business. Reinvention took the Mounsey family to pastures new.Fiona is a Director in the business alongside her son, Ryan, and both of their spouses, making their award-winning wine business a wide-spanning family affair.Ryan and Fiona join us on the podcast this week to share how a chance tasting of local wine, a well‑thumbed vineyard handbook, and a willingness to “just get it going” led them from animal feed trade titles to an internationally acclaimed vineyard in Pembrokeshire. 

Time Between Times – The Spectral Lady of Waterston Road There are roads we travel every day…and then there are roads that remember us.This week on Time Between Times, we journey deep into the quiet, coastal heart of Pembrokeshire… to Waterston Road — a place where the hedgerows whisper, the night air thickens… and something walks when it should not.Locals speak in hushed tones of the Waterston Lady — a lone, spectral figure drifting along the roadside beneath the moon. Those who have seen her describe a pale glow, a chilling silence… and the dreadful feeling that they were not alone, even after she vanished.But she is not the only presence bound to this lonely stretch of road.Because sometimes…when the mist rolls in from the Milford Haven Waterway…a phantom carriage is heard before it is seen.Hooves striking the tarmac.Wheels creaking through the dark.A journey that has never truly ended.Is Waterston Road haunted by a restless spirit… or is it something older?A place where the past bleeds into the present…and the veil grows thin.Step carefully…and join me.

In this episode, I talk about one of the United Kingdom's most intriguing UFO mysteries: the Broad Haven UFO incident. In February 1977, the quiet seaside village of Broad Haven became the center of national attention after a group of schoolchildren reported seeing a strange craft near their playground. What began as an unusual lunchtime story quickly turned into one of Britain's most famous UFO cases, drawing investigators, journalists, and researchers to this small Welsh community. The sighting occurred at Broad Haven Primary School, where fourteen children claimed they saw a silver, dome-shaped UFO hovering near a nearby field. When their headmaster questioned them individually, the children were asked to draw what they had witnessed. Surprisingly, many of the drawings shared similar features, depicting a structured craft with a rounded top and wide base. The consistency between the sketches helped turn what might have been dismissed as playground imagination into a story that captured wider curiosity. As news of the sighting spread, other residents in the area began reporting UFO experiences of their own. Some described bright lights moving silently across the sky, while others claimed to have seen strange objects hovering low over fields or drifting along the Pembrokeshire coastline. These reports seemed to cluster around the same period, leading some researchers to refer to the region as part of the so-called Welsh Triangle, an area where multiple unexplained sightings were reported during the late 1970s. Despite decades of discussion, no single explanation has ever fully resolved the Broad Haven mystery. The number of witnesses and the similarity of the drawings make the case difficult to dismiss. Nearly fifty years later, the incident remains one of the most talked-about UFO encounters in British history, and a story that continues to spark curiosity about what might have appeared in the skies above a quiet Welsh village in 1977. https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcastMy book 'Verified Near Death Exeriences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

She was 50, suicidal, and running a successful HR business. Then ayahuasca changed everything. Geet Fateh Kaur's story of midlife transformation will stop you in your tracks.Geet Fateh Kaur spent 28 years as an HR director. On the outside, she had everything. On the inside, she was drowning. Then at 50, a doom-scroll moment led her to a plant medicine retreat in Costa Rica, and nothing was ever the same again. This conversation covers her spiritual awakening at 50, living with indigenous tribes in the Amazon, and selling her house to move off-grid in Wales.If you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s or beyond and something in your life just isn't working anymore, this one's for you. Geet Fateh's story is a reminder that it's not too late to come home to yourself. And that sometimes what looks like falling apart is actually the beginning of everything.ABOUT GEET FATEH:Geet Fateh Kaur is a former HR director turned medicine woman, weaving together Kundalini Yoga, sound healing, shamanic energy work, and sacred ceremony. She's sat with indigenous tribes in the Amazon, been initiated across multiple plant medicine lineages, and now lives off-grid in Pembrokeshire. Her work helps women come home to themselves, their truth, and the land.Visit her websiteFollow Geet Fateh on InstagramFollow her business on InstagramConnect on FacebookOTHER USEFUL LINKS:Watch this on YouTubeFollow the show on InstagramFollow Liane on InstagramSubscribe to the YouTube channelLiane's websiteABOUT THIS PODCAST:Behind Our Eyes explores transformation, spiritual awakening, and authentic experiences with magical women in midlife and beyond. Hosted by Liane Grimshaw, each episode dives deep into the stories of those who've trusted their inner voice, navigated profound change, and discovered the love, power and wisdom that resides within us all.YOUR SUPPORT MEANS SO MUCHIf this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe and share it with another woman

Send a textWhat if staying sharp has nothing to do with age and everything to do with curiosity? We sit down with Harry Mount, editor of The Oldie, for a brisk, generous tour through a life shaped by language, architecture, bicycles, and the courage to change course. Harry opens with the soul of the magazine—why it prizes wit over celebrity and celebrates people “with snap in their celery”—and takes us inside Oldie Of The Year, where legends and unsung heroes share a stage and a laugh.From there, we travel to his “clearing” on the Pembrokeshire cliffs and the four moments that defined his path: the quiet impact of a brother he never met, a childhood powered by worry and exams, a sharp pivot from barrister-in-waiting to gossip columnist, and finally the long, lively challenge of editing a 100-page print institution. Along the way, Barry Humphries' razor wit, Giles Brandreth's encomiums, and the thrill of clean copy land with warmth and precision.Harry's passions animate every page: the “R factor” of great buildings, from Vanbrugh to Hawksmoor; the classics as living tools woven through two-thirds of English; and the deceptive ease of comic prose from Wodehouse, Waugh, Mitford, and Amis. He shares honest distractions—the tug of the internet, the tonic of Hampstead ponds—and a love of press trips where purpose beats the pressure to have fun. There's a personal twist too: his distant cousin Tony Adams, whose openness about addiction helped shift the culture around recovery.Two lines frame the wisdom here. From Virgil: “One day it will help to remember even these things,” a balm for hard seasons and a nudge toward meaning. From Arthur Balfour via Bill Deedes: “Nothing matters very much, and very few things matter at all,” a reminder to edit life with a lighter touch. The dream? To be remembered for a great comic novel—and, failing that, for meeting interesting people, doing interesting things, and writing them up right.If you love good stories, beautiful buildings, late‑period Elvis, and the feeling of wind-in-your-face clarity on a bike, you'll feel at home. Listen, share with a friend who needs a purposeful nudge, and leave a review so more curious minds can find us.Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

Carl Joseph grew up in Pembrokeshire, South Wales, where an early exposure to religion left him searching for the tangible presence and power of God. In his mid-twenties, he relocated to the United States and built a successful 20-year career as a petroleum engineer. Carl devoted himself to ministry in 1999— serving in street outreach since 2003, prison ministry since 2009, and pastoring for five years in the Denver area. In 2016, Carl transitioned into full-time ministry. Today, he equips believers around the world to walk in the fullness of God’s promises and embrace their God-given potential. His ministry website has welcomed more than 750,000 visitors since its inception and his podcast, Lions Unchained has produced over 200 episodes, and he’s the author of “Lionheart: Unleash the Warrior Within.” Carl’s passion is to help Christians move from head knowledge to a lived experience of God’s presence and power in daily life. To learn more about Carl, go to carljosephministries.com or you can find a copy of his book, “Lionheart: Unleash the Warrior Within" here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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On this week's episode of Local Legends, Eleanor chats with writer Horatio Clare about land and legend. Although Horatio has had a really versatile career, he's probably best known for his award winning nature and travel writing, and the beauty of his descriptions of place. Luckily for us, he also grew up on a farm in the Brecon Beacons, so was deeply steeped in the mythology and stories of the natural world around him. Author of Myths and Legends of the Brecon Beacons and Myths and Legends of Pembrokeshire and Gwynedd, Horatio is also an ambassador for the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Scheme.We really hope you enjoy the conversation, and Horatio's vivid descriptions of the area and compelling storytelling. We'll speak to you again on Monday, when Martin will be taking us to historic Caernarfonshire. The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastREGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of BatChat, we explore the significant roost of greater horseshoe bats on the National Trust's Stackpole estate in Pembrokeshire, Wales. With insights from conservationists Maggie Andrews and Paul Culyer, we discuss the site's impressive growth from 200 bats in 1994 to over a thousand today. Paul recounts the early discovery of the maternity roost, while Maggie shares her late husband's innovative work with bat detectors that has contributed to over three decades of data. We delve into the bats' unique behaviors, vocalizations, and the impacts of climate change on their lifecycle. The episode concludes with a celebration of bat conservation efforts and the strong community bonds formed through this important work.Leaving a review helps other listeners find the show more easily and spread the good word about bats. Don't know how to leave a comment? Check out our simple instructions here.Support the showPlease leave us a review or star rating if your podcast app allows it because it helps us to reach a wider audience so that we can spread the word about how great bats are. How to write a podcast review (and why you should).Got a story to share with us? Please get in touch via comms@bats.org.ukBats are magical but misunderstood. At BCT our vision is a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together. Action to protect & conserve bats is having a positive impact on bat populations in the UK. We would not be able to continue our work to protect bats & their habitats without your contribution so if you can please donate. We need your support now more than ever: www.bats.org.uk/donate Thank you!

Jonathan Mullard is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology, a Founder Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology andEnvironmental Management, and a Chartered Town and Country Planner.  He had combined a passion for the naturalenvironment with a career in conservation and spatial planning.  In the early 1980s, Jonathan worked alongside Max Nicholson, the pioneer ornithologist and environmentalist, on developing an urban woodland strategy for London. This involved setting up a project in Crystal Palace to save a fragment of the Great North Wood. Later, Jonathan cameacross the Capon Tree, one of the few remaining trees from the Jed Forest in the Scottish Borders. Along with his experience of growing up in Shropshire and researching the lost Forest of Morfe, it started an interest in lost forests and their remains.  Jonathan is the author of Forgotten Forests: Twelve Thousand Years of British and Irish Woodlands and three books on Wales published in the Collins New Naturalist series: Gower,Brecon Beacons, and Pembrokeshire.

It's your turn...to click here to send us your comments on the showInstead of board games Rob takes us to another part of his hobby space which is Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) and invites his DM and friend of the podcast Stewart to join in on the conversation.  Lets hope he rolls a natural 20 people.FIRST PLAYER: RobOTHER PLAYERS: BeckyGUEST PLAYERS: StewartIn this episode you'll learn:- about the new Ada's Dream by Alleycat Games from our guest player Stewart- Rob is enjoying his solo adventures in Star Wars Outer Rim by Fantasy Flight Games- that Tenby is not only a Welsh town in Pembrokeshire but also a pretty good card game- all about why the gang play Dungeons and Dragons, from DM'ing, to playing and all elements around this side of the hobby.LINKS REFERENCED IN THE SHOWN/AEPISODE CHAPTERS0:00 - TURN 1 - Player Count1:03 - TURN 2 - Let's Talk About Hex1:17 - Stewart - Ada's Dream7:28 - Becky - Tenby11:20 - Rob - Star Wars Outer Rim20:17 - TURN 3 - Main Event: Playing with your mind (Dungeons & Dragons)29:49 - What led Stewart to becoming a DM & why?32:57 - Beckys first proper D&D experience35:55 - The reality of prep time for D&D sessions41:06 - A lot of pitfalls for starting DMs45:06 - Getting started in creating characters51:15 - How does a relevative newbie feel going into D&D for the first time58:04 - D&D can be whatever you want it to be1:12:54 - What advice would you give a group to start their first sessions?1:20:12 - TURN 4 - Konn4ct F4ur1:23:49 - TURN 5 - The Penultimate Turn: What's Coming Next?1:29:23 - TURN 6 - The Final TurnSupport the showSUPPORTING THE SHOW- Support us on Ko-FiENGAGING WITH THE SHOWWe want your questions so engage with the show through our channels below:- Email Us - BoardGameGeek - Facebook - Instagram- Youtube - TikTok- Join us on Discord

Carl was born in Carmarthen, and raised in Pembrokeshire, South Wales, UK. His formative years were spent in a religious atmosphere but lacking the tangible presence and power of God. He has written a new book to challenge readers to Unleash the Warrior Within.

Following on from last week's episode, we follow Lauren's UK sabbatical as it shifts from a teen-led literary road trip to a soulful pilgrimage in  Pembrokeshire and a belated honeymoon through the Brecon Beacons and Cotswolds. From ancient holy wells and monastic islands to bookshop hunts and crowd-beating tips, this episode celebrates slow, meaningful travel across Britain.• Why a pilgrimage and how to choose a route with the British Pilgrimage Trust • Highlights of the Way of St David from Fishguard to St Davids • Staying at St Non's Retreat Centre as a peaceful home base • Caldey Island stillness, monastic history, and handmade chocolate • Brecon Beacons hikes with Tolkien links and sweeping views • Hay-on-Wye bookshop discoveries and literary nostalgia • Chipping Campden base and a 12-mile Cotswold Way walk • Managing August crowds, parking, and small-group Cotswolds tours • Off-the-beaten-path ideas like the Rollright Stones • Final advice: pack light, walk slow, stay open⭐️ Guest - Lauren Eanes

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Why Tommy Robinson supporters are turning to Christianity Harry Potter star Rupert Grint Ill never leave Rons shadow Israel kills top Hezbollah official in first attack on Beirut in months David Cameron Former prime minister reveals he had prostate cancer Rubio hails tremendous progress at Ukraine peace talks Suspected Russian sonobuoy discovered off Pembrokeshire coast Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander denies Budget leaks damaged economy Royal Navy intercepts two Russian ships in English Channel Fifty children escape after mass school abduction in Nigeria Girl, 13, arrested on suspicion of murder in Swindon bailed

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander denies Budget leaks damaged economy Harry Potter star Rupert Grint Ill never leave Rons shadow Suspected Russian sonobuoy discovered off Pembrokeshire coast Why Tommy Robinson supporters are turning to Christianity David Cameron Former prime minister reveals he had prostate cancer Rubio hails tremendous progress at Ukraine peace talks Girl, 13, arrested on suspicion of murder in Swindon bailed Fifty children escape after mass school abduction in Nigeria Israel kills top Hezbollah official in first attack on Beirut in months Royal Navy intercepts two Russian ships in English Channel

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Royal Navy intercepts two Russian ships in English Channel Suspected Russian sonobuoy discovered off Pembrokeshire coast Israel kills top Hezbollah official in first attack on Beirut in months Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander denies Budget leaks damaged economy David Cameron Former prime minister reveals he had prostate cancer Harry Potter star Rupert Grint Ill never leave Rons shadow Girl, 13, arrested on suspicion of murder in Swindon bailed Why Tommy Robinson supporters are turning to Christianity Rubio hails tremendous progress at Ukraine peace talks Fifty children escape after mass school abduction in Nigeria

Eleanor talks to the wonderful storyteller Deborah Winter about her home county of Pembrokeshire, a land of mermaids, pirates and the cry of the raven...Deborah has gained a widespread reputation as an oral storyteller, and performs at festivals and arts events across the UK, including Aberystwyth Storytelling Festival, End of the Road Festival, On Land's Edge, Swansea Fringe, Llangwm Literary Festival and many more. In 2021, Deborah was joint winner of the Esyllt Harker Prize for women storytellers in Wales, with musician Ailsa Mair Fox. The prize celebrates the talent and contributions of female storytellers in Wales, and as part of it Deborah received a commission to support the creation of her show Secrets and Silences, which was performed at Beyond the Border International Storytelling Festival in 2023 to a standing ovation. It's a great chat, which spans Deborah's life and career, and her deep love of her home county of Pembrokeshire, its history, folklore and stories.So let's gather in close around the Three Ravens campfire and listen in to a conversation with a true Local Legend – Deborah Winter. You can find out more about Deborah and her work via her website at www.deborahwinter.co.uk.Otherwise, we we will speak to you again on Monday for Series 7 Episode 6, all about the the history and folklore of the historic Welsh county of Anglesey!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the good ship Three Ravens is pulling into port in the south-westerly Welsh county of Pembrokeshire!Populated in days of yore by 'The Demetae' - the Mead Drinkers - Pembrokeshire was, for a time, known as 'Little England Beyond The Border' as once it was claimed by the Normans, it stayed under their control.With a long legacy in naval trade, piracy and smuggling, the county is hardly short of folklore - and its castles also remain standing! Mostly...Along the way we discuss the significance of Preseli Bluestone, avoid the monstrous, water-dwelling Afanc, tell the tale of a sleepy giant who had to intervene when two fish got into a protracted argument, explore some unsettling ghost stories, and plenty else besides, interspersed with some extracts from this Saturday's upcoming interview with Pembrokeshire storyteller Deborah Winter.All of which leads up to Eleanor's story for this week, "The Toads of Nevern" which sees an English curate encountering some sinister enemies of the church.Including ones that hop about, and pay no heed to scripture!We hope that you enjoy the episode, and will speak to you again on Thursday with our new Forgotten Melodies bonus episode all about Witch Songs!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our 50th Local Legends interview episode, we've rustled up author and award-winning storyteller Michael Harvey, and made him talk about the extremely dreamy Welsh county of Radnorshire. Michael is a Welsh storyteller and author with more than 25 years of experience. Gongs include a Major Creative Wales Award and a British Award for Storytelling Excellence. He is known for telling traditional stories from Celtic and Welsh oral traditions, and, for a time, worked at the Bleddfa Centre in Radnorshire - the historic Welsh county that has been our focus on Three Ravens this week.To learn all about Michael's work and find out where to see him next, check his website here.Speaking with Michael for this episode was a genuine pleasure, and it's a conversation which ranges, including discussions of stories from and about Radnorshire to a lot more besides, encompassing Welsh history and folk customs to life at the Bleddfa Week of Storytelling.Maybe this conversation will prompt the universe to conspire to bring it back.Otherwise, we we will speak to you again on Monday for Series 7 Episode 4, about the the history and folklore of the historic Welsh county of Pembrokeshire!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We introduce our upcoming series, BatChat, premiering on November 5th. The series will explore the intriguing world of bats while also highlighting wildlife conservation and the amazing people working to conserve them. We conduct field interviews with bat conservationists to gain insights into their efforts and the challenges they face. In this series we'll be speaking to our President Chris Packham, bat workers studying a historical lime kiln in the Yorkshire Dales, an organisation which cares for some of the country's most important roosts and we will also visit a roost in Pembrokeshire which has shed light on how bat pups communicate with their mums. Tune in every other Wednesday to uncover the stories of bats and the individuals dedicated to protecting our natural world.Support the showPlease leave us a review or star rating if your podcast app allows it because it helps us to reach a wider audience so that we can spread the word about how great bats are. How to write a podcast review (and why you should).Got a story to share with us? Please get in touch via comms@bats.org.ukBats are magical but misunderstood. At BCT our vision is a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together. Action to protect & conserve bats is having a positive impact on bat populations in the UK. We would not be able to continue our work to protect bats & their habitats without your contribution so if you can please donate. We need your support now more than ever: www.bats.org.uk/donate Thank you!

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Zelensky says he is ready to join Trump Putin talks if invited Pembrokeshire couple must live green or eco home gets torn down Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist New V level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEs The two words you need to help you push back at work Why medical students are choosing Bulgaria over UK Virginia Giuffre thought she might die a sex slave at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals Two dead after Emirates cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea Louvre heist creates terrible image of France, justice minister says Chancellor blames Brexit deal for long term damage to economy

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Louvre heist creates terrible image of France, justice minister says New V level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEs Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist Virginia Giuffre thought she might die a sex slave at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals The two words you need to help you push back at work Why medical students are choosing Bulgaria over UK Pembrokeshire couple must live green or eco home gets torn down Two dead after Emirates cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea Zelensky says he is ready to join Trump Putin talks if invited Chancellor blames Brexit deal for long term damage to economy

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv The two words you need to help you push back at work Virginia Giuffre thought she might die a sex slave at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals Zelensky says he is ready to join Trump Putin talks if invited Louvre heist creates terrible image of France, justice minister says Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist Chancellor blames Brexit deal for long term damage to economy Two dead after Emirates cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea Pembrokeshire couple must live green or eco home gets torn down Why medical students are choosing Bulgaria over UK New V level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEs

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv The two words you need to help you push back at work Pembrokeshire couple must live green or eco home gets torn down Chancellor blames Brexit deal for long term damage to economy Louvre heist creates terrible image of France, justice minister says New V level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEs Virginia Giuffre thought she might die a sex slave at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist Two dead after Emirates cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea Zelensky says he is ready to join Trump Putin talks if invited Why medical students are choosing Bulgaria over UK

It's a Welsh battle when Sarah in Pembrokeshire and Paul in Port Talbot take on the quiz

The British Isles are remarkable for their extraordinary seabird life: spectacular gatherings of charismatic Arctic terns, elegant fulmars and stoic eiders, to name just a few. Often found in the most remote and dramatic reaches of our shores, these colonies are landscapes shaped not by us but by the birds.In 2015, Stephen Rutt escaped his hectic, anxiety-inducing life in London for the bird observatory on North Ronaldsay, the most northerly of the Orkney Islands. In thrall to these windswept havens and the people and birds that inhabit them, he began a journey to the edges of Britain. From Shetland, to the Farnes of Northumberland, down to the Welsh islands off the Pembrokeshire coast, he explores the part seabirds have played in our history and what they continue to mean to Britain today.The Seafarers is the story of those travels: a love letter, written from the rocks and the edges, for the salt-stained, isolated and ever-changing lives of seabirds. This beguiling book reveals what it feels like to be immersed in a completely wild landscape, examining the allure of the remote in an over-crowded world.Support the showConnect with me at... GoodReads: Hannah Buschert IG: @HannahgoesbirdingFacebook: @HannahandErikGoBirdingEmail us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.comWebsite: http://www.gobirdingpodcast.comGet a discount at Buteo Books using code: BIRDNERDBOOKCLUB

Tomos Parry—chef of London landmarks Brat and Mountain—joins us on location at fforest in Pembrokeshire for a special Brat × Mountain residency episode. We dive into his fire-led cooking and the thrill (and chaos) of bringing 30 team members to West Wales to cook with the producers who shape his food: think lobster caldereta cooked a stone's throw from the boats, raw-milk fresh cheese that only exists for a week, and vegetables lifted straight from the farm. Tomos traces the sparks that forged his style—The Ledbury's edge-of-service creativity, River Café's seasonal discipline, a formative summer at Noma—and how he builds rounded chefs who understand sauces, fire, P&L and life after the pass. We talk the rise of British terroir restaurants, why Basque cheesecake became a London icon, the cult of dairy cow steak, and the nerve-jangling night he nearly smoked out the Royal Academy. Quick fires take us from Soho's tiny Jugemu to blowout plates at Ikoyi, Galicia as the dream weekend, corn ribs as a hard no, and a play-out salute to Super Furry Animals.Recorded at fforest, West Wales.Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Blinq—POS made simple: £69/month, unlimited devices, 24/7 UK support, no contracts or hidden fees. Use code GOTOBLINQ for a free month. Got a true kitchen nightmare? Send it in—Ben's favourite wins a year of Blinq. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jon Foreman is a Land Artist. He creates work in natural spaces using natural materials like stones, sand, leaves and driftwood. Known for his mesmerising sculptures that harmonise with nature, Jon's work has captured the imagination of art enthusiasts worldwide. His artwork may last as little as ten minutes before the sea washes it away, but his sculptures are not meant to last; his art is a testament to the beauty found in the ephemeral moment. Jon's work is not defined by meticulous planning, and he rarely has a fully formed idea in his head before he reaches the beach. He allows the environment on the day to guide his creative instincts. From the ancient tools he uses to create his sculptures to the modern technology he employs to capture it; we follow Jon's creative process as he takes us to his favourite location to work - the pristine beach of Lindsway Bay on the Pembrokeshire coast, West Wales. Jon considers his work to be a collaboration with nature. However, it is nature itself which threatens to erase his work before it is even complete. With the tide fast approaching and mere minutes before the artwork is swept away, will he manage to complete the work in time? We listen to the artists race against natures clock. Presented by Dualtagh Herr.

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Sophie Pierce, a 32-year-old social worker from Pembrokeshire, West Wales, who made history in March 2025 as the first person with Cystic Fibrosis to row an ocean. Diagnosed at just 3 months old, Sophie has lived with the challenges of a genetic condition that affects her lungs and digestive system and once carried a life expectancy of under 30 years. But Sophie's story is not defined by limitation—it's a bold testament to resilience, courage, and the power of hope. From working in fostering services to hiking the Welsh coast with her dogs, swimming in cold water, and sleeping in her campervan—Sophie has never shied away from living life on her terms.  In this episode, she opens up about the life-changing impact of the Kaftrio drug trial, how she overcame mental health struggles, and what it truly meant to embrace life beyond the horizon by rowing across the Atlantic. She shares the highs and lows of the row: the months of preparation, team dynamics, magical moments at sea, and how it feels to return to "normal life" after an extraordinary adventure. Sophie's message is powerful and universal—you are capable of so much more than you think. If you're looking for inspiration, perspective, and an honest exploration of living—and thriving—with a life-limiting condition, this episode is not to be missed.  New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries.  Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.  Your support makes a difference.  Thank you x Show notes Who is Sophie 32 years old Living in Pembrokeshire, West Wales  Working as a social worker in fostering service Living with a genetic health condition - Cystic Fibrosis (CF) March 2025 - becoming the first person with CF to row an ocean What is CF Being born with it and getting diagnosed at 3 months old   Having a shorter lifespan  How CF affects her lungs and digestive system  Living with reduced lung function  Her younger years and how she was treated  Why exercise and being out in the fresh air is actively encouraged Not liking exercise as a child Growing up knowing she had CF and why it was normal Being empowered with CF and how her parents encouraged her Her mum reminding her to stay as well as she could for as long as she could, so she could benefit from treatments in the future.  Learning about her shorter life expectancy and managing those feelings  Adopting a positive attitude - being determined to live her life and not letting CF hold her back  Wanting to make the most of her time  Understanding that time is precious  Not needing a pension, savings or need to put down roots  The help and support available to help manage the mental and emotional challenges Experiencing panic attacks while her health was declining  Working with a psychologist  Using tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Feeling frightened of letting the big feelings of sadness in Feeling so sad about living with CF   The drug trial - 5 years ago  Taking the Kaftrio drug  The challenges of winter for CF patients  ‘The Purge' - coughing for 24 hrs How her life and lungs has changed  Trustee for CF Trust  Being asked to row an ocean  Forming a crew of 4 Stumbling blocks and being told no - by the World's Toughest Row Atlantic Dash  Securing the finances and managing the stress of getting to the start line Her biggest fear and worrying about staying well enough to do the row  Getting out on to the ocean. Having electrical issues with the boat  Name of the boat - The Spirit of Bluestone  Magical moments on the Atlantic Ocean  Day 46 coming to the end of the row  Rowing schedule and needing to get extra sleep during the night  The challenges of team dynamics Finding their roles within the group Being the social secretary and bringing fun to the boat The biggest lesson from rowing the ocean You can do so much more than you think you can  Being supported by the right people around you Dealing with the adventure blues How life in weird after rowing an ocean Being in a really exciting place Future challenges?! Words of advice from the CF perspective  Learning to life with CF How to connect with Sophie You are capable of so much more than you think you are Learn to reframe the negative voices in your head   Social Media Instagram @sophiefpierce  @cruisingfree2025   

Sounds easy, but how did Steve in Worcester and Sue in Pembrokeshire get on ?

In this NBN interview, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Toronto author Alice Fitzpatrick about new her mystery, A Dark Death (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025). This female-led literary detective novel has been delighting readers.  About A Dark Death: Kate Galway is looking forward to a quiet summer working on her latest novel at her home on Meredith Island. For a place hardly anyone has heard of, her sleepy Welsh island is attracting a lot of visitors, including a conman posing as a psychic and group of archaeology students who believe they've unearthed evidence of a Roman temple. Part-way through the dig, however, the students make an even more startling discovery: a body ritualistically laid out in their trench. While intrigued by the murder, amateur sleuth Kate decides to leave this investigation to the professionals. However, when she learns that both the island mechanic and her university friend's son are prime suspects, she and artist Siobhan Fitzgerald feel they have no choice but to get involved. More about Alice: Alice Fitzpatrick has contributed various short stories to literary magazines and anthologies and has recently retired from teaching in order to devote herself to writing full-time. She is a fearless champion of singing, cats, all things Welsh, and the Oxford comma. Her summers spent with her Welsh family in Pembrokeshire inspired the creation of Meredith Island. The traditional mystery appeals to her keen interest in psychology as she is intrigued by what makes seemingly ordinary people commit murder. Alice lives in Toronto but dreams of a cottage on the Welsh coast. To learn more about Alice and her writing, please visit her website at www.alicefitzpatrick.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this NBN interview, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Toronto author Alice Fitzpatrick about new her mystery, A Dark Death (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025). This female-led literary detective novel has been delighting readers.  About A Dark Death: Kate Galway is looking forward to a quiet summer working on her latest novel at her home on Meredith Island. For a place hardly anyone has heard of, her sleepy Welsh island is attracting a lot of visitors, including a conman posing as a psychic and group of archaeology students who believe they've unearthed evidence of a Roman temple. Part-way through the dig, however, the students make an even more startling discovery: a body ritualistically laid out in their trench. While intrigued by the murder, amateur sleuth Kate decides to leave this investigation to the professionals. However, when she learns that both the island mechanic and her university friend's son are prime suspects, she and artist Siobhan Fitzgerald feel they have no choice but to get involved. More about Alice: Alice Fitzpatrick has contributed various short stories to literary magazines and anthologies and has recently retired from teaching in order to devote herself to writing full-time. She is a fearless champion of singing, cats, all things Welsh, and the Oxford comma. Her summers spent with her Welsh family in Pembrokeshire inspired the creation of Meredith Island. The traditional mystery appeals to her keen interest in psychology as she is intrigued by what makes seemingly ordinary people commit murder. Alice lives in Toronto but dreams of a cottage on the Welsh coast. To learn more about Alice and her writing, please visit her website at www.alicefitzpatrick.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Retired FBI agent and criminal profiler Candice DeLong explores the case of John Cooper, also known as the “Bullseye Killer.” In the ‘80s, Cooper committed two double murders in the Welsh county of Pembrokeshire in the UK. Throughout the following decade, Cooper would commit a series of other crimes, like burglary and sexual assault – but it would take nearly another decade for authorities to link him to the killings. Candice dives into the psyche of Cooper, exploring how his addiction to gambling and alcohol might have pushed him into a life of crime, and how his false sense of invincibility – like his decision to appear on a popular game show after committing a heinous crime – ultimately led to his downfall.Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterNeed more Killer Psyche? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive episodes, early access to new ones, and they're always ad-free. Start your free trial in the Wondery App or visit wondery.app.link/TI5l5KzpDLb now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.