Podcasts about Port Talbot

Tony Abbott calls Welcome to Country ceremonies grating, Sophie Scamps criticised for linking NRL player Keith Titmuss’ death to climate change. Plus, teens arrested for suspected arson after chapel fire in Port Talbot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Ukraine All smiles as Vladimir Putin meets Donalds Trumps envoy Marks and Spencer stops online orders following cyber attack Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby and uncovered a mystery Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed Liverpool tourist tax of 2 to be charged for overnight stays Gregg Wallace defends himself against allegations Port Talbot head teacher jailed for attacking deputy with wrench Laurence Fox denies sharing Narinder Kaur upskirting image Putin and Trump envoy Witkoff hold constructive talks in Moscow, Russian aide says BBC licence fee unenforceable, says culture secretary

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Ukraine All smiles as Vladimir Putin meets Donalds Trumps envoy Gregg Wallace defends himself against allegations Liverpool tourist tax of 2 to be charged for overnight stays Marks and Spencer stops online orders following cyber attack BBC licence fee unenforceable, says culture secretary Laurence Fox denies sharing Narinder Kaur upskirting image Putin and Trump envoy Witkoff hold constructive talks in Moscow, Russian aide says Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby and uncovered a mystery Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed Port Talbot head teacher jailed for attacking deputy with wrench

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Ukraine All smiles as Vladimir Putin meets Donalds Trumps envoy Port Talbot head teacher jailed for attacking deputy with wrench Gregg Wallace defends himself against allegations Liverpool tourist tax of 2 to be charged for overnight stays BBC licence fee unenforceable, says culture secretary Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby and uncovered a mystery Putin and Trump envoy Witkoff hold constructive talks in Moscow, Russian aide says Marks and Spencer stops online orders following cyber attack Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed Laurence Fox denies sharing Narinder Kaur upskirting image

Westminster was recalled last Saturday for and an emergency bill to save British Steel's Scunthorpe plant became law. It took around six and a half hours in total for Parliament to pass the legislation and the King to approve it.  Sir Keir Starmer said "We are acting to protect the jobs of thousands of workers, and all options are on the table to secure the future of the industry".We ask where was this urgency and commitment over Grangemouth, and Port Talbot steel works.Lesley questions the casual way every commentator accepts that energy prices in Britain are 50% higher than Germany and double the price of the United States. Ofgem has announced a change in the queuing regulations for wind and solar farms to eliminate so called "Zombie projects" and speed up the process of getting real projects up and running. Great news but have we been here before?Find Out Now has released results from an opinion poll carried out for The National  showing a rise in support for Scottish independence. We drill down into the poll and its potential significance.Ash Regan of Alba has issued a call for a cross party pro independence convention before next year's Holyrood elections. We look at the response from the SNP and the Greens.Meanwhile the Greens appear to be caught up in internecine conflict which doesn't seem to have been calmed down by its recent conference.The 15th of April is the 36th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster which saw 97 Liverpool football supporters losing their lives.Starmer promised that the Hillsborough Law would be enacted by today. What was in that draft law? What has stalled its progress? What does the failure tell us about this Labour government and Starmer?Pat is still recovering from the nerve shredding final round of The Masters golf in Augusta and his beloved Dundee United achieving a top 6 finish in their first season back in the top flight. This doesn't stop him from talking about them both though and wondering why sport can grip even the most rational of us so fiercely.There's still a chance to catch Lesley's Denmark movie. To check out where it's showing click the link belowhttps://lesleyriddoch.com/events ★ Support this podcast ★

Step inside the future of green steelmaking at Port Talbot . . . Join host Tim Rutter and EAF & Casters Programme Manager Peter Jones for an exclusive, all-access tour of the £1.25 billion transformation set to reshape Port Talbot.  From the rail head to the scrap storage area, through the path of the new steel conveyor, and into the space where a state-of-the-art 3.2 million tonne electric arc furnace will take shape — this episode gives you an early look at what's to come.  Listen or watch to see how Peter and team are managing one of the biggest and most significant investments in steel industry history.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TataSteelUK Follow Tata Steel UK on social media: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tatasteeluk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tatasteeluk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatasteeluk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tata-steel-uk-ireland

We're back for series 3! And what better way to kick it off than with national treasure, Michael Sheen. Michael's acting work has ranged from Hollywood blockbusters to Olivier Award nominated theatre roles. He currently stars in the Amazon/BBC TV show Good Omens and has recently gained nationwide recognition for his charity and philanthropic work. Oh, and as you'll hear, he also claims to have seen a UFO over Port Talbot. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today. Join Andy Bush and Dave Lawrence as each week they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods. Follow us on socials: Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram Production Company - Lock It In Studio Producer - Dane Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales's Economy - what could be done today? What Plaid Cymru would do in government? Options with independence. Luke Fletcher MS and Plaid Economy and Energy Spokesperson and Jonathan Evershed Plaid Policy and Research Advisor discuss closing of Tata's Port Talbot steel works, the need for Wales to have ownership of its economy, cooperatives, upping skills and education for the economy, and shifting taxes from small high street businesses to out of town super markets. Links: * Evidence submitted to Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales by the Plaid Cymru Senedd Group: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/plaid2016/pages/12503/attachments/original/1701942952/JE_Cyflwyniad_i_Gomisiwn_Cyfansoddiadol_22.11.23.pd * The Projected Public Finances of an Independent Wales - Prof. John Doyle: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/plaid2016/pages/12503/attachments/original/1701353413/The_Projected_Public_Finances_of_an_Independent_Wales_John_Doyle.pdf * Currency Options for an Independent Wales: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/plaid2016/pages/12503/attachments/original/1701353412/Laurentjoye_2023_-_Currency_options_for_an_independent_Wales.pdf * Wales and its Borders: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/plaid2016/pages/12503/attachments/original/1701353414/Wales_and_its_Borders_final_complete.pdf * Final Report of the Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales: https://www.gov.wales/independent-commission-on-the-constitutional-future-of-wales-final-report

Chris in Wigan and Danielle in Port Talbot make their bid to get to the top!

In this interview we recorded at COP29, Professor Hugh Hunt speaks with UK Climate Change Committee Chair, Piers Forster. [Order 'COPOUT - How governments have failed the people on climate' by Nick Breeze] Piers clearly asserts that Carbon Capture and Storage technologies (CCS), that are forecast to remove emissions from so-called hard-to-abate sectors like aviation and steel, will not be enough to offset the damage causing carbon pollution. Whether CCS is viable at any meaningful scale remains highly uncertain. At a time when global heating is accelerating and the destructive impacts, such as fires and floods, are making much of the planet uninsurable, phasing out fossil fuels and reducing carbon pollution has never been a more serious issue. Forster also responds to questions related to Al Gore calling CCS a fraud and whether the UK is anywhere near prepared for the more extreme climate impacts that are coming towards us.  The UK must take phasing out fossil fuels and protecting nature seriously, to send a signal that we are truly out of the extractive and destructive 20th century mindset that has become an existential threat. Thanks for listening. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in UK Decarbonisation Piers Forster confirmed that CCS plays a role in the UK's net-zero strategy, particularly for difficult-to-decarbonise industries and sectors like aviation, which faces major challenges in reducing emissions. He emphasised that "you can't get there all the way with carbon capture and storage," making it clear that reducing emissions must remain the priority. The UK government has earmarked £22 billion for CCS over 25 years, mainly to support two industrial clusters, ensuring a "just transition" without shutting down key industries like Port Talbot and Grangemouth. Response to Al Gore's Accusation that CCS “… is a fraud!” When asked about Al Gore calling CCS a "fraud," Forster acknowledged concerns, stating, "it depends on the context." He explained that CCS should not be used to justify fossil fuel expansion but should be reserved for sectors with no viable alternatives. "As soon as you say you want to use it for generating electricity, that's not a good use of it at all," he said, advocating for renewables like wind and solar instead. UK Preparedness for Extreme Weather Forster was clear about the UK's lack of readiness: "We are absolutely not prepared. We should be. We are encouraging the government to really think about climate resilience, just as it thinks about reducing its emissions.” He stressed the need for urgent action to protect infrastructure, homes, and lives from increasing climate risks.

Welcome to the Ecology Academy podcast, where host Richard Dodd interviews Richard Crompton from Ecology On Demand. Dive into a fascinating discussion as Richard shares insights from his 26-year career in bat and ecology work, focusing on his unique consulting service dedicated to supporting fellow ecologists. Discover the intricacies of ecological licenses, the significance of staying updated with technological advancements, and the importance of hands-on training through Richard's ventures like Team Bat. Explore Richard's ambitious project aimed at transforming a country estate into a sanctuary for bats while fostering community and employment. Learn about the upcoming tech conference for ecologists, designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in their field. Richard also touches upon the evolving ecology guidelines and their impact on the industry. Engage with this conversation to gain insights into the challenges and triumphs within the ecological sector and find inspiration to contribute to a sustainable natural environment. Stay curious, be adventurous, and build bridges for a better tomorrow.   About Richard Crompton Richard started studying bats whilst volunteering with the National Trust aged just 16. He was licensed in Wales by the age of 22 and undertaking commercial bat surveys. Skip forward 25 years and he has surveyed well over one thousand sites for bats, held dozens of European Protected Species licences since 2001 for more than a dozen different species of bats, delivered training throughout the England and Wales (to several thousand people). He spent nine years as a Trustee for the Bat Conservation Trust and has been an author/editorial board member for all four editions of the bat survey guidelines. Founder and co-director of award winning consultancy Wildwood Ecology Ltd until 2016 he now runs the Ecology on Demand bat advice service, the Bat Training partnership (who have trained over 300 people for their bat licences between 2008-2020) and the Team Bat online platform. He was elected to the Bat Conservation Trusts' Batty Hall of Fame in 2022 and is their 'agony uncle' for the Ecologists Anonymous - bat mitigation workshops. He is currently the resident bat advisor for the Crown Estate at Windsor Park, Cardigan Castle, The Museum of Welsh Life at St Fagans Cardiff, and Margam Park and Castle near Port Talbot - all great sites for bats!   Connect with Richard Crompton on LinkedIn Find out more at Ecology on Demand or Team Bat    

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Hello to you listening in Port Talbot, Wales!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.The old year has turned and the new one is barely awake. We're standing on the portal of Begin Anew balanced between what was and what will be.  To give yourself a bit of direction for the unwritten future use this 3-part template to celebrate the challenges you have overcome, the doubts you have erased, and the fears you have undone. Three phrases and you fill in the blanks, like so:  If you had told me 20 years ago that I would [fill in the blank]I might have [fill in the blank]but instead if you could see me now I'm [fill in the blank].Here's mine: If you had told me 20 years ago that I would walk 500 miles across Spain estoy solo on pilgrimage I might have shaken my head in disbelief at such a ridiculous notion but instead if you could see me now I'm set free deserving of what I have loved all along.    Story Prompt: Now you. Write that story!You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack, LinkedIn and now Pandora RadioStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.2024 has seen the continued closure of the industries that once fuelled the British economy. Ava and Laura discuss the towns they visited this year - from Grangemouth's oil refinery to Port Talbot's Steelworks - and what the future may hold for them.Presenters: Ava Santina and Laura BeveridgeProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Sam Sharrocks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Port Talbot in Wales is defined by its huge steelworks. But in January Tata Steel announced it was ending primary steelmaking there. George McDonagh charts a year that could change the town for ever. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The boys are joined by Port Talbot's singer/songwriter Jackson Lucitt and talk about the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special, Radio 1 being shit and Ryan's trip to see CVC in Cardiff. Jackson talks about playing before the Stereophonics in Singleton Park, living on a pig farm, learning to play guitar, putting on gigs and playing at In It Together Festival. The lads talk about Lance Armstrong being a psycho, drones in the sky in New Jersey and Ryan nearly getting mauled by a dog plus much much more…..@ambitioniscritcal1997 on Instagram @TheAiCPodcast on Twitter

It is the end of an era in Wales. Arguably the world's first industrial nation, we are now on the cusp of being largely de-industrialised as 300 years of melting iron comes to an end with the extinguished blast furnaces in Port Talbot. We discuss the politics of this extraordinary national moment as well as a round up of the political party conferences this Autumn, the Labour Party's expenses criticism, the Conservative Party's leadership election, and the rise of Reform UK as they turn their eyes to national elections in Wales and Scotland in 2026. We also make some bold predictions, some criticism of sitting MSs, and discuss the looming issues on the political horizon in Wales. You can find your hosts here: Matthew Hexter: https://x.com/hexter101 Ceri Davies: https://www.instagram.com/ceriscastles/ Richard Martin: https://bsky.app/profile/mimosacymru.bsky.social The ITV Wales education story: https://www.itv.com/news/2024-10-03/welsh-government-accepts-need-to-improve-guidance-on-teaching-reading As always, you can find the latest from us here: twitter.com/HiraethPod We hope you find this podcast interesting and useful. Please do send feedback, it's always great to hear what our audience thinks. Thank you for listening to the podcast. If you have enjoyed it, please leave us a nice rating or comment on your podcast app or on YouTube and, if you are able to do so, please consider supporting our work from just £3/month on Patreon: www.patreon.com/hiraethpod

In this episode of Over the Top Under the Radar, Gary and Carys discuss Beyonce's new ad, Mia Mottley's speech to the UN General Assembly, the complexities of Black History Month and the closure of Port Talbot Steelworks. Plus!- Is delulu the solulu for Liz Truss?Support us on PATREON - to get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community, plus many other extra features.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Produced & Edited by Sarah MylesExecutive Producer - Andrew SpenceVisuals by J10XJJ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felicity Evans and James Williams look back at the Conservative Party conference with the former Welsh Secretary Sir Robert Buckland - one of 175 Tory MPs to lose their seat at the General Election. What does he make of the four candidates still in the running to lead his party? And following the end of traditional steel making in Port Talbot, BBC Wales business correspondent Huw Thomas looks ahead to the future of Tata's massive plant in the town

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 16 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/1840729843467522268 https://x.com/i/status/1840694976297967844 https://x.com/i/status/1840650260017971294 https://x.com/i/status/1840647223329050695 https://x.com/i/status/1840662162752393317 https://x.com/i/status/1840684946517557433 https://x.com/i/status/1840653400939061620 https://youtu.be/CiXAWMVubdM Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello to you listening in Port Talbot, Wales!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you forget how dusty and musty your landing page story has become.My story was out of touch with my WHO, WHY, and HOW.I took my own medicine and rewrote my entire LinkedIn profile as a step toward restructuring my  Quarter Moon Story Arts website and creating my QMSA Notes on Substack so that all 3 pillars of my story communication enterprise align!In a world where connection is currency, your Origin Story—how you got from There to Here—is your most valuable asset.As a Lawyer Turned Story Architect I mentor professional women and leaders like you who are committed to genuine SELF-EXPRESSION, Origin Story TRANSFORMATION, and effective COMMUNICATION for CONFIDENT Problem-Solving, Credibility, and Influence.If you are feeling:✓ stuck finding words for your WHO, your WHY, and your HOW ,✓ uncertain about how to articulate your Origin Story,✓ self-doubt expressing yourself, your vision, or your ideas,✓ all at sea in your leadership role, or✓ finally(!) ready to step into the power of your Origin Story and singular voice...  let's work together to find the words you didn't know you had.My Quarter Moon Story Arts harbor is a safe space to share and grow your story.  CTA:Check out my "new & improved" Profile today.If it speaks to you and the challenges you're having, direct message me on LinkedIn OR  e-mail me for a no-sales conversation about how to rewrite your story to “say what you mean and mean what you say!"NEW & IMPROVED LINKEDIN PROFILE Diane Wyzga Lawyer Turned Story ArchitectMENTORING Professional Women & Leaders COMMITTED to genuine SELF-EXPRESSION, Origin Story TRANSFORMATION & effective COMMUNICATION for CONFIDENT Problem-Solving, Credibility, Influence. Podcaster & SpeakerAboutCould This Be What You're Feeling?✓ Stuck finding the words for your WHO, your WHY, & your HOW  ✓ Difficulty articulating your Origin Story✓ Lacking confidence in self-expression; struggling to be seen, heard, understood, & listened to  ✓ Uncertain about how to inspire & motivate others with your ideas✓ Imposter syndrome & self-doubt in leadership rolesWhat I Know:As a Story Consultant with over 30 years of experience, I mentor professional women & leaders to uncover & articulate their powerful Origin Stories. My journey from nursing to business to law has equipped me with unique insights into the transformative power of story & genuine self-expression.  In a world where connection is currency, your Origin Story—how you got from There to Here—is your most valuable asset. It's the key to being seen, heard, understood, & listened to in boardrooms, on stages, & across digital platforms.Who I Serve: professional women, leaders, entrepreneurs & activists✓ Stuck at a crossroads✓ Seeking to break through the noise & make their mark✓ Aiming to build cohesion & collective narrative✓ Eager to inspire with powerfully engaging storytellingWhat I Offer:✓ My Winning "Who + Why + How Formula": Uncover your WHO to align with your WHY & reveal your HOW✓ Origin Story Mentoring:  Turn your journey challenges into compelling chapters that resonate with your audience✓ Transforming personal narratives into influential stories for personal & professional use✓ Effective Communication & Voice Skills: Develop the confidence to use your voice to speak your truth, ideas & vision with clarity & conviction✓ Story Influence: Learn to use your story to sway decisions, build markets, change attitudes, behaviors, & the status quoMy Approach: Drawing from my diverse background—from swaying juries to podcasting global stories—I blend analytical precision with creative storytelling. We'll work together to:✓ Get unstuck to clarify your ideas & amplify your unique voice✓ Craft your one-of-a-kind Origin Story to inspire & persuade✓ Transform personal experience into professional leverage✓ Develop communication skills to command attention & inspire actionCall to Action:Are you finally ready to step into the power of your singular voice to say what you mean & mean what you say? Let's work together to harness the strength of your story, to create lasting impact, & move your audience to action. Today!Contact me:Quarter Moon Story Arts E-mailDirect Message me on LinkedInYou're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your Origin Story & communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

George Parker of the Financial Times analyses the week's political developments at Westminster. Following the Prime Minister's visit to Washington, the former UK Ambassador to the US, Lord Darroch, and Sir Keir Starmer's former director of strategy, Deborah Mattinson, assess the global security situation and what impact the US election will have on Western foreign policy.To discuss the state of the NHS following a damning report from former minister Lord Darzi, George is joined by former Labour Health Secretary, Patricia Hewitt, and former Conservative Chair of the Health Select Committee Steve Brine.Professor Richard Davies of the LSE, presenter of a new radio documentary about the Port Talbot steel works, explains what this week's government announcement about the plant means for the future of steel-making in Britain.And, as the Spending Review gets underway, George brings together two former Treasury ministers, Danny Alexander and David Gauke, to lift the lid on how departments can wring money out of the exchequer.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7 am, 7 days a week…With over 16 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/1833803702190149725 https://x.com/i/status/1833859543945580710 https://x.com/i/status/1833836123744842198https://x.com/i/status/1833837505294008355 https://x.com/i/status/1833846201881637047https://x.com/i/status/1833707157893611993https://x.com/i/status/1833822511596806509 https://x.com/i/status/1833766569601548470 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felicity Evans and Elliw Gwawr discuss the small print of the deal between Tata Steel and the UK Government that paves the way for the building of a greener electric arc furnace at the company's Port Talbot plant with the Guardian's Kiran Stacey. Plus who's got what job in the reshuffled cabinet of the new First Minister, Eluned Morgan.

fWotD Episode 2686: John Rolph Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 11 September 2024 is John Rolph.John Rolph (4 March 1793 – 19 October 1870) was a Canadian physician, lawyer, and political figure. As a politician, he was considered the leader of the Reform faction in the 1820s and helped plan the Upper Canada Rebellion. As a doctor, he founded several medical schools and incorporated new teaching techniques and medical procedures into his lectures. However, his actions against rival medical schools decreased public confidence in the ability of medical professionals to regulate themselves.Rolph grew up in Thornbury, Gloucestershire, and was educated in medicine and law. He immigrated to Upper Canada in 1813 and lived on his father's farm in Port Talbot, where he practised law and medicine concurrently and opened a medical school called the Talbot Dispensary. In 1824, Rolph was elected to the Parliament of Upper Canada and returned to England to petition the Colonial Office to allow the naturalization of American citizens in Canada. He was elected as an alderman to Toronto's first city council, though he resigned after his council colleagues did not select him to be the city's mayor. William Lyon Mackenzie persuaded Rolph to support the Upper Canada Rebellion in 1837. When the rebellion began, Rolph did not join the rebels at their headquarters and the Lieutenant Governor appointed him as his emissary to deliver the government's offer of a truce. Rolph fled to the US after the rebellion and focused on practising and teaching medicine. The Canadian government granted him amnesty and he returned to Canada in 1843, later creating a new medical institution called the Rolph School in Toronto. In 1851 he was elected to the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada and focused on his political career; upon the formation of the Morin-MacNab administration three years later, Rolph's priority returned to running his school. He retired as dean of his medical school in 1870 and died later that year after suffering a stroke.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:01 UTC on Wednesday, 11 September 2024.For the full current version of the article, see John Rolph on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Amy.

Send us a textThe British government is closing in on a bailout of the Chinese owned British Steel in which taxpayers would inject £600 million pounds into the group.British Steel is one of only two manufacturers of “virgin steel” in the UK alongside Tata Steel at Port Talbot in Wales which some industry experts claim is strategically important. Tata is in more advanced talks of its own with the government over a similar bailout.The British government wants the steel mills to switch from using blast furnaces to more environmentally friendly electric arc furnaces at a cost of £1.25 billion to help achieve Britain's net zero goals. Unions warn that even if the deal is approved, 2,300 jobs would be lost, because EAF is far less labor-intensive than traditional production methods.Patrick's BooksStatistics For The Trading Floor:  https://amzn.to/3eerLA0Derivatives For The Trading Floor:  https://amzn.to/3cjsyPFCorporate Finance:  https://amzn.to/3fn3rvCSupport The ChannelPatreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/PatrickBoyleOnFinanceBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/patrickboyleContactVisit our website: www.onfinance.orgFollow Patrick on Twitter Here: https://twitter.com/PatrickEBoylePatrick Boyle on YouTubeUseful LinksEd Conway Blog:https://edconway.substack.com/p/does-it-really-matter-if-we-cantMaterial World by Ed Conway: https://amzn.to/3z3LORc David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMBI discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

Actor Michael Sheen joins us today to discuss his latest role playing a royal - Prince Andrew in Amazon's three part drama 'A Very Royal Scandal', based on the Newsnight interview Emily did with him in 2019. He tells us what he privately decided about Prince Andrew's character before he accepted the part - and he tells us what he thinks of Keir Starmer's early days and what needs to needs to happen politically. He also takes us back - metaphorically - to his home town Port Talbot - which has seen the docking of its final ship in the steel making business for which it was formerly famed.There's also competition to win a special prize to come into the studio and watch the News Agents in person. All you need to do to enter is pre-order a copy of Jon's book from the link below.https://www.waterstones.com/win/strangeland-prize-drawAndy you can now buy your own News Agents merch in our online store https://store.global.com/collections/the-news-agentsEditor: Tom HughesProducer: Natalie IndgeDigital Editor: Michaela WaltersSocial Media Editor: Georgia FoxwellVideo Production: Rory Symon & Shane FennellyDigital Journalists: Michael Baggs & Jacob PaulYou can listen to this episode on Alexa - just say "Alexa, ask Global Player to play The News Agents"The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/

Michael Sheen talks about life back in his home town of Port Talbot and falling in love with a younger woman; from Big Brother to Bake Off, Alison Hammond discusses the highs and lows of celebrity; and Philippa Perry responds to an empty-nester who misses her adult children so much it feels like grief

Keir Starmer has been meeting the new First Minister Eluned Morgan as part of a two day trip to Wales. While the trip included a visit to a wind farm, Starmer quickly faced questions about the fate of steel workers in Port Talbot. What does this challenge tell us about Starmer's Industrial Strategy and his relationship with the devolved nations? Could Welsh Labour soon face the same anti-incumbency threat that the Conservatives and the SNP faced?  James Heale is joined by Tom Baldwin, Starmer's biographer, and Ruth Mosalski, political editor at WalesOnline. Produced by Patrick Gibbons.

It will have escaped nobody's notice that the UK Government is 'under new management' and has indeed changed, following the UK General Election in July. One of the most Wales-facing roles is, of course, the Secretary of State for Wales. A role whose value has been questioned in recent times and was certainly used by the former administration to provide a vector for attack on the Welsh Government and the Welsh Labour Party. However, now that it is a Labour-led government in Westminster, it means that for the first time since 2010 the role is held by a politician looking for partnership with party colleagues in government in Cardiff. So it is time for a reset. Leading that reset and fronting much of the UK Government's operations in Wales is Cardiff East MP Jo Stevens and in this interview we discuss many of the pressing issues in Wales. We discuss the economic situation, the looming impact of the changes planned by Tata Steel for its Port Talbot plant, the return of structural funds to Welsh Government, and the ongoing intra- and extra- party debates about the future of devolution. You can find out more about Jo's work as Secretary of State here: https://x.com/WalesOffice And as Cardiff East MP here: https://x.com/JoStevensLabour As always, you can find the latest from us @hiraethpod on most social media, including Twitter/X here: twitter.com/HiraethPod We hope you find this podcast interesting and useful. Please do send feedback, it's always great to hear what our audience thinks. Thank you for listening to the podcast. If you have enjoyed it, please leave us a nice rating or comment on your podcast app or on YouTube and, if you are able to do so, please consider supporting our work from just £3/month on Patreon: www.patreon.com/hiraethpod

Exciting news from Vitality Health and Fitness in Port Talbot! They've expanded their personal training services to meet growing client demand. New program includes personalised training plans, nutritional guidance, and one-on-one coaching. Achieve your fitness goals with expert support and comprehensive advice at Vitality Gym. Vitality Health & Fitness City: Port Talbot Address: 3 Acacia Avenue Website: https://www.vitalityhealthandfitness.co.uk Phone: +44 1639 888484 Email: manager@vitalityhealthandfitness.co.uk

Today, now that the election dust has settled, what challenges do the new Labour government face in their first few days? One issue that is already demanding Labour's attention is the Tata Steelworks in Port Talbot in South Wales, with thousands of jobs currently at risk. And, the Conservatives are in search of a new leader. Potential contenders, Victoria Atkins and Robert Jenrick spoke to Laura this morning. Are they putting their names in the hat? And who is being touted as a potential caretaker leader?Plus, Henry channels his inner Steve Rosenberg by sharing his ability on the piano! You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Josh Jenkins. The technical producer was Riccardo McCarthy . The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Royal Mail workers receive an offer for their shares. Sean Farrington has the latest. Elsewhere, Port Talbot job losses could cost the local economy millions and the country starts gearing up for Glastonbury.

Terorismus se (asi) vrací do Ruska. Na koleně, za pochodu ani před volbami se reformy dělat nedají. Renew ne, tak ale kam míří ANO? Nový vývoj ve Francii. Port Talbot a revoluce.

Port Talbot je pozoruhodné město v Jižním Walesu. Můžete do něj vjet po dálnici M4, která vede prakticky jeho centrem vztyčená na betonových sloupech a poskytuje městu suchý prostor pro zaparkovaná auta, lodi a bezdomovce. Na dálnici je padesátka (tedy osmdesát kilometrů za hodinu) s odůvodněním, že je třeba zabránit znečišťování ovzduší.

As listeners of the pod will know, during major events on Britain we like to fire up the Blanchsignal and invite New Hampshire's & Wales's very own Professor Danny Blanchflower to join us to chew over the latest news. And with the UK General Election now in full swing and the UK economy still largely swinging downwards, we have plenty to talk about. We discuss the party manifestos, the leadership of Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, Wales Plc, steel-making in Port Talbot and The Former Guy who used to be the President of the United States. You can find Danny, once again, on Twitter/X here: https://twitter.com/D_Blanchflower And the tweet he mentions in the pod here: https://x.com/D_Blanchflower/status/1799934040142713199 As always, you can find the latest from us @hiraethpod on most social media, including Twitter/X here: twitter.com/HiraethPod We hope you find this podcast interesting and useful. Please do send feedback, it's always great to hear what our audience thinks. Thank you for listening to the podcast. If you have enjoyed it, please leave us a nice rating or comment on your podcast app or on YouTube and, if you are able to do so, please consider supporting our work from just £3/month on Patreon: www.patreon.com/hiraethpod

How do we help people keep their jobs and livelihoods alongside the pressure to move to an environmentally friendly and sustainable future?  It's been estimated that 1.3 million jobs in the UK could be affected by the drive to get to net zero emissions - many in traditional industries such as steelmaking.  Sophy Ridge presents this episode with Sky News' people and politics correspondent Nick Martin whose reporting has been focusing on Port Talbot in south Wales where thousands are employed in the steel industry.   Plus, following severe turbulence on a London to Singapore flight where one passenger, a 73-year-old British man died, "likely from a heart attack" and more than two dozen injured, Sophy speaks to pilot and aviation consultant Tim Atkinson about how commercial pilots plan for, and deal with, turbulence.   Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Paul Stanworth 

In the year 1898 a Mysterious and gruesome murder occurred in the woodlands surrounding the magnificent Margam castle in South Wales. A murder that still sends an eerie Echo emitting through the Ether to this day. I am from Port Talbot in South Wales and I love nothing more than telling the tales of my homeland . This episode features a grisly murder and some ghostly happenings so discretion is advised . Please do not listen whilst driving or operating machinery www.welshstoryteller.com www.ko-fi.com/owenstaton www.patreon.com/owenstaton7. Take care Owen x

Welcome to this week's Socially Distant Sports Bar with Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero. This is Part 2 of this week's episode.  Part 1 is out every week on Wednesdays.  If you want to listen to the full podcast every TUESDAY, including 30 MINS of bonus content not available on the free version, then head to https://www.patreon.com/distantpod  MICHAEL OWEN'S MOVIE CLUB & HOFFI POD Every month we produce TWO bonus podcasts for the top two levels of our Patreon. Michael Owen's Movie Club is Elis, Mike and Steff talking about a Sports Movie they've watched. Hoffi Pod is the boys talking about clips they like which are nothing to do with Sports. Head to https://www.patreon.com/distantpod and sign up for the £8 or £10 levels today! PUPPETS ON YOUTUBE “Puppet” Paul Melin has been busy creating puppet versions of our funniest moments on Distant Pod. Head over to our YouTube Channel, SUBSCRIBE AND CLICK ON THE BELL to see the latest episode whenever it gets published. https://www.youtube.com/thesociallydistantsportsbar THIS WEEK'S SHOW PART 1 (OUT ON WEDNESDAY) Steff: Football in Port Talbot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xdibP-R8CY Mike: Jasmin Paris tps://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid031wGw1ekjGdQYTuS2tP6aShENVmtsMVigP6bLob1BV3jqtJzHVTgeVMGUZyfadWaZl&id=100002034483567 Elis: Athletic fans serenade a couple on their wedding day https://x.com/tomreedwriting/status/1776872018878579149?s=46&t=neS5hOG2rnBndx5FBpAv6g PART 2 (OUT ON  FRIDAY) Mike Documentary: The Other Shore https://www.netflix.com/title/70273276  Elis Book: The 10 Football Matches That Changed The World ... and the One That Didn't by Jim Murphy https://amzn.to/43XJrdE  PART 3 PATREON SECTION (ONLY via https://www.patreon.com/distantpod ) Steff: Wilma Rudolph's 3 Golds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPVdpJZJi-o  Mike: Eli and OBJ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/k6SyCnDm4Ti3BCkP/?mibextid=WC7FNe Elis: American Football in the 1940s https://x.com/jimhamilton4/status/1773988864031326461?s=46&t=neS5hOG2rnBndx5FBpAv6g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to this week's Socially Distant Sports Bar with Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero. This is Part 1 of this week's episode.  Part 2 is out every week on Fridays.  If you want to listen to the full podcast every TUESDAY, including 30 MINS of bonus content not available on the free version, then head to https://www.patreon.com/distantpod  MICHAEL OWEN'S MOVIE CLUB & HOFFI POD Every month we produce TWO bonus podcasts for the top two levels of our Patreon. Michael Owen's Movie Club is Elis, Mike and Steff talking about a Sports Movie they've watched. Hoffi Pod is the boys talking about clips they like which are nothing to do with Sports. Head to https://www.patreon.com/distantpod and sign up for the £8 or £10 levels today! PUPPETS ON YOUTUBE “Puppet” Paul Melin has been busy creating puppet versions of our funniest moments on Distant Pod. Head over to our YouTube Channel, SUBSCRIBE AND CLICK ON THE BELL to see the latest episode whenever it gets published. https://www.youtube.com/thesociallydistantsportsbar THIS WEEK'S SHOW PART 1 (OUT ON WEDNESDAY) Steff: Football in Port Talbot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xdibP-R8CY Mike: Jasmin Paris tps://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid031wGw1ekjGdQYTuS2tP6aShENVmtsMVigP6bLob1BV3jqtJzHVTgeVMGUZyfadWaZl&id=100002034483567 Elis: Athletic fans serenade a couple on their wedding day https://x.com/tomreedwriting/status/1776872018878579149?s=46&t=neS5hOG2rnBndx5FBpAv6g PART 2 (OUT ON  FRIDAY) Mike Documentary: The Other Shore https://www.netflix.com/title/70273276  Elis Book: The 10 Football Matches That Changed The World ... and the One That Didn't by Jim Murphy https://amzn.to/43XJrdE  PART 3 PATREON SECTION (ONLY via https://www.patreon.com/distantpod ) Steff: Wilma Rudolph's 3 Golds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPVdpJZJi-o  Mike: Eli and OBJ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/k6SyCnDm4Ti3BCkP/?mibextid=WC7FNe Elis: American Football in the 1940s https://x.com/jimhamilton4/status/1773988864031326461?s=46&t=neS5hOG2rnBndx5FBpAv6g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of jobs are due to be cut this year at Tata Steel in Port Talbot, putting the future of British steel under serious threat. The Guardian political correspondent Kiran Stacey hears from workers at the plant and people in the town, as well as shadow Wales secretary Jo Stevens, about what this could mean for the area and beyond. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

On this week's episode of Paranormal Activity with Yvette Fielding, Yvette is joined by journalist and author Mark Rees.They discuss everything from is Wales really the most haunted country in the world, and a very spook castle in Port Talbot. Do you believe in curses on whole towns and cities?Get in touch with your experiences at contact@paranormalpod.co.uk or on WhatsApp, that's 07599927537.Did you know you can subscribe for early access, ad free episodes and bonus content from Yvette and the team as they explore listener stories and phenomena from around the world to discover what's really out there....To subscribe and get the most from the podcast go to acast.com and search Paranormal Activity with Yvette Fielding.... Hit the access exclusive content button and get the most from your podcast.... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/paranormal-activity-with-yvette-fielding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jodie Foster joins us on the show to talk about the grand finale of True Detective: Night Country. We get properly into all the twists and turns of that show but don't worry if you've not had a chance to watch the final episode yet, because we've put the interview at the very end of the episode with clear spoiler markings. But she's not the only guest on this week's show, either, as Noomi Rapace also drops by to talk about Apple's creepy space-set sci-fi Constellation as well — it begins with talk of whether anyone's wearing trousers on the Zoom call and all spirals out of control from there. Elsewhere on this week's show, we take a look at ITV's Breathtaking, which recounts the front line struggles of NHS staff during the outbreak of Covid, and we also watch BBC1's The Way, which sees civil unrest as steelworkers down tools in Port Talbot. Plus Kay has us lamenting those dearly departed shows that ended on cliffhangers that were sadly never resolved.

This week we look at the most chilling political campaign in recent decades; Chinese censorship and Dr K in the UK; No human rights says Harari; Jo Pheonix wins Trans discrimination case; the ignorance of anti-Semitism; Bach's Coffee Cantata;  Port Talbot - a casualty of Net Zero; 'Drill Baby Drill"; Norman Jewison 'Fiddler on the Roof"; Russell Brand; IHOPKC, Mick Bickle, John Paul Jones and eating grass in St Andrews; SEEK 21 - the Book of Job; I know that my Redeemer Liveth...with music from the Beatles, Aerosmith, Pink Floyd, Bach and Handal

Anoosh reports on the Port Talbot steelworkers job losses, and how they will impact Labour's green agenda.2,800 industrial jobs will be lost in Port Talbot steelworks if planned "green" updates go ahead. Anoosh Chakelian visited the Tata Steel plant to meet the workers who will lose their jobs, and joins Freddie Hayward to report what she found. They discuss the impact of the green transition on industrial communities, and whether Labour's planned investment is enough to deliver on environmental goals while protecting the economy.Switch on with 50% offRefresh your perspective in 2024 with free-thinking journalism and 50% off our annual subscriptions. Simple use the code JAN50 at the checkout.*Offer ends 31st January and applies to the first year only.www.newstatesman/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felicity Hannah takes a look at the impact of Tata Steel's potential closure of its blast furnaces in Port Talbot, Wales.

The city of Port Talbot in South Wales is known for a few things: a steel mill, a proudly working class population and a passionate commitment to the arts that produced Hollywood superstars Richard Burton and Anthony Hopkins. In this sweet, personal talk, actor Michael Sheen shares how he was also able to take advantage of all the city had to offer, why he's worried that a change in approach to arts education means that kids now don't get the same kind of chances -- and the steps he's taking to ensure that creative up-and-comers get the support and access they deserve. After the talk, Modupe shares a story about her own career mentor. Check out this talk on TED.com to see animations by Sam Orams and Sarah Klan.

The city of Port Talbot in South Wales is known for a few things: a steel mill, a proudly working class population and a passionate commitment to the arts that produced Hollywood superstars Richard Burton and Anthony Hopkins. In this sweet, personal talk, actor Michael Sheen shares how he was also able to take advantage of all the city had to offer, why he's worried that a change in approach to arts education means that kids now don't get the same kind of chances -- and the steps he's taking to ensure that creative up-and-comers get the support and access they deserve. (With animations by Sam Orams and Sarah Klan.)

The city of Port Talbot in South Wales is known for a few things: a steel mill, a proudly working class population and a passionate commitment to the arts that produced Hollywood superstars Richard Burton and Anthony Hopkins. In this sweet, personal talk, actor Michael Sheen shares how he was also able to take advantage of all the city had to offer, why he's worried that a change in approach to arts education means that kids now don't get the same kind of chances -- and the steps he's taking to ensure that creative up-and-comers get the support and access they deserve. (With animations by Sam Orams and Sarah Klan.)