Podcasts about reverend richard coles

Best-selling author Reverend Richard Coles tells us all about his new murder mystery novel, A Death On Location, which is out tomorrow!Join Chris, Vassos and the Class Behind The Glass every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me this episode to discuss their travel and holiday stories is priest, broadcaster, writer, and musician Reverend Richard Coles! Richard's podcast The Apple & The Tree unpacks the complex bonds between parents and their grown-up children, and you can listen HERE Please subscribe and review.Thanks, Alan. x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RAAN! HE'S GOT A GAAN! Welcome back to The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast. This week we became obsessed with a certain set of viral twins from down under…Dom's interview with Tom Hardy got off to a rocky start when Captain Crapbeard had a stern talking to from the star of new Netflix film ‘Havoc'. Things only got worse when we asked him about his time on Barry Island… But despite all that, Dom still managed to secure Oasis tickets??The lovely Reverend Richard Coles dropped by to talk about his live tour, ‘Borderline National Trinket'. As a former member of 80s pop duo The Communards, we thought we'd give him a massive piano and ask him to tickle the ivories, for old times' sake.Katherine Ryan came in to talk about her latest tour ‘Battleaxe', and explained why she wouldn't trust Chris to look after her children. She also offered Dom a 'tight five'...And finally, we surprised Captain Crapbeard with a visit from a founding member of the best band in the world. He still hasn't recovered.More? You want more? Ok, fine.Captain remixes the Aussie TwinsChris' childcare adviceToby's headphonesEnjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio XWeekdays 6:30am - 10am

Musician turned priest, and now author and broadcaster, the Reverend Richard Coles, joins Gabby to talk about his fabulous and varied journey to the midpoint! Richard speaks about his early years in London as a self-described gay runaway, and working with Jimmy Sommerville; how he went from 80's pop to the pulpit; and dealing with the death of his husband in midlife before finding love again. Richard is really enjoying his sixties, and speaks about his return to piano lessons and the importance of learning new things at any age. They also touch on topics both big and small, including assisted dying, Gaelic football, and Richard's time on Strictly and in The Jungle! Richard's latest podcast The Apple & The Tree unpacks the complex bonds between parents and their grown-up children, and you can listen to it now on all podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump has called a bishop "nasty" and demanded an apology.This is after she told him from the pulpit that he was sowing fear among the country's immigrants and LGBTQ people…Reverend Richard Coles joins Kieran to discuss.

Comedian, author and podcaster Grace Campbell is on the podcast revealing all about her stand up tour antics from dating European's to backstage antics.Reverend Richard Coles discusses his I'm A Celebrity experience from nightmare eating trials to life after the jungle! Plus, he dishes all about his journey from 80's popstar to vicar. The Rev also shares with Grace some life advice that you don't want to miss!

Reverend Richard Coles discusses his I'm A Celebrity experience from nightmare eating trials to life after the jungle! Plus, he dishes all about his journey from 80's popstar to Reverend. The Rev also shares with Grace some life advice that you don't want to miss!

Here we are look it's another round up of a couple of classic episodes of My Mate Bought a Toaster.This week we start with some Joel Dommett from the vaults. He LOVES him some Kaiser Chiefs and going to America by himself, turns out. We also grab the first half of the Reverend Richard Coles episode, where we discuss Jack Reacher and eggs. And other things.For the full episodes:Joel Dommett!Rev Richard Coles!!And that's it, Toaster fans. We'll be back with Miranda Hart, Joe Swash and more very soonToast x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week's Thursday Interview, Kieran is joined by Reverend Richard Coles, who used to be a musician with the Communards, a Strictly Come Dancing contestant and recently appeared on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!

In today's episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives, Cat, Richard, and Charles are back down another set of rabbit holes to chase the provenance of objects both real and metaphorical.  In this episode, Richard is in his element as he looks into The Countess of Huntingdon's Connexion, Cat has swapped amber for Ambergris, and Charles is grappling with AI.  Remember, if you'd like to suggest a rabbit hole for us to fall down you can email us at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com. Plus, our listeners can get £7 off our new book, The Rabbit Hole Book, exclusively at Waterstones from now until 10th October 2024.  To redeem the offer, order online via and link below and add the promo code: RabbitHole24. The Rabbit Hole Book by Reverend Richard Coles, Cat Jarman, and Lord Charles Spencer | Waterstones. To get an exclusive NordVPN deal, head to https://nordvpn.com/rabbithole to get an extra 4 months on the 2-year plan. There's no risk with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives, Cat, Richard, and Charles are back to chase the provenance of historical objects both real and metaphorical. Today, Charles is chatting about Verbal Mimicry, Richard is looking into the Gardes Écossaises, and Cat is celebrating the release of her paperback with Cnut the Great. Remember, if you'd like to suggest a rabbit hole for us to fall down down you can email us at rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com Plus, our listeners can get £7 off our new book, The Rabbit Hole Book, exclusively at Waterstones from now until 10th October 2024.  To redeem the offer, order online via and link below and add the promo code: RabbitHole24 The Rabbit Hole Book by Reverend Richard Coles, Cat Jarman, and Lord Charles Spencer | Waterstones To get an exclusive NordVPN deal, head to https://nordvpn.com/rabbithole to get an extra 4 months on the 2-year plan. There's no risk with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our terrific trio are back again as they fall down yet another set of rabbit holes in search of more killers facts and pieces of ephemera. This week, Cat is down a real rabbit hole as she looks into the Erfurt Latrine Disaster, Richard is spending time with Marina Sharf aka Mother Thekla, and Charles is hoping he's nominated for the win with US Vice Presidents.  Remember, if you'd like to suggest a rabbit hole for us to fall down you can email us at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com  Plus, our listeners can get £7 off our new book, The Rabbit Hole Book, exclusively at Waterstones from now until 10th October 2024.  To redeem the offer, order online via and link below and add the promo code: RabbitHole24 The Rabbit Hole Book by Reverend Richard Coles, Cat Jarman, and Lord Charles Spencer | Waterstones To get an exclusive NordVPN deal, head to https://nordvpn.com/rabbithole to get an extra 4 months on the 2-year plan. There's no risk with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives, Cat, Richard, and Charles are back in search of more killer facts and ephemera.  This week, Charles is finding out about Foundlings, Cat is exploring the world of Fridtjof Nansen, and Richard is shining a light on the history of sunscreen. Remember, if you'd like to suggest a rabbit hole for us to fall down you can email us at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com  Plus, our listeners can get £7 off our new book, The Rabbit Hole Book, exclusively at Waterstones from now until 10th October 2024. To redeem the offer, order online via the link below and add the promo code: RabbitHole24 The Rabbit Hole Book by Reverend Richard Coles, Cat Jarman, and Lord Charles Spencer | Waterstones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives, Cat, Richard, and Charles are back down another set of rabbit holes in search of more killer facts and ephemera.  This week, Richard is looking to be a cut above the rest as he covers Shaving, Charles is abuzz with facts about beekeeping, and Cat is hoping her discussion of Calculators adds up to a win.  Remember, if you'd like to suggest a rabbit hole for us to fall down you can email us at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com  Plus, our listeners can get £7 off our new book, The Rabbit Hole Book, exclusively at Waterstones from now until 10th October 2024.  To redeem the offer, order online via and link below and add the promo code: RabbitHole24 The Rabbit Hole Book by Reverend Richard Coles, Cat Jarman, and Lord Charles Spencer | Waterstones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this classic episode from the NMF Archive, Cally talks to Reverend Richard Coles about piano playing, ageing, emoting, love, faith, desire, losing his long-term partner David, grief, private education, coming out, The Communards, sitting in the front of planes, Strictly, social mobility, addiction, and his beloved sausage dogs Pongo and Daisy. Twitter: @RevRichardColes Instagram: @rkrcoles Richard's booksGriefcast with Cariad Lloyd Namaste Motherf**kers with guest Louisa Young More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Part of the Auddy Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gyles meets the writer, clergyman and former member of the Communards Reverend Richard Coles. Together they talk about Richard's childhood, growing up as the musically gifted youngest son in a family of shoe manufacturers in Kettering, about how he discovered his sexuality and became part of London's gay scene in the 1980s, and about how he found his faith in the aftermath of the AIDS crisis. Gyles and Richard discuss the best way to pull a vicar, and whether a mental orgasm is better than a physical one. Thank you to Reverend Richard for his openness and for this wonderful conversation. Our other big news is that this week is our sponsor Grosvenor House's 95th anniversary. To hear Gyles interview Stuart Bowery, the Manager of the hotel, all about Grosvenor House's fascinating history, go to https://grosvenorhousecasts.podbean.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gyles meets the writer, clergyman and former member of the Communards Reverend Richard Coles. Together they talk about Richard's childhood, growing up as the musically gifted youngest son in a family of shoe manufacturers in Kettering, about how he discovered his sexuality and became part of London's gay scene in the 1980s, and about how he found his faith in the aftermath of the AIDS crisis. Gyles and Richard discuss the best way to pull a vicar, and whether a mental orgasm is better than a physical one. Thank you to Reverend Richard for his openness and for this wonderful conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baroness Tanni-Grey Thompson is one of Britain's most successful athletes, having won 16 Paralympic medals, including 11 golds. In part two of our conversation, we talk about what Tanni has learnt from moving from being a elite athlete to working in the House of Lords...as well as the wisdom her father gave her, when he told her to think of herself as a 'Venn Diagram'. This is the last episode of our current season. All of our episodes, from every season, are available now and we have a fantastic variety of guests for you to explore if you haven't heard them already including George Alagiah, Richard Curtis, Amber Rudd, The Reverend Richard Coles and Ruth Davidson.This epsiode was produced by Red Bicycle. 

As part of season three, this is a special compilation episode featuring guests from season one and two. In the last couple of years we have had many inspiring conversations with people including Richard Curtis, the late George Alagiah, Amber Rudd, Sian Williams, David Baddiel and many more. You can listen to all of these episodes on our website - www.desperatelyseekingwisdom.com - or whereever you get your podcasts.  But to give you a taste of these conversations, we've compiled a collection of some of the most memorable insights from our guests. First-up, wisdom. What rules do each of these guests live by?This compilation features the following people:Matt Forde, George Alagiah, Isobel Hardman, Ruth Davidson, Reverend Richard Coles, John Simpson, Richard Curtis, Tanya and Nadim Ednan-Laperous, Sian Williams and Kenny Imafidon. 

The Reverend Richard Coles is back on tour with his ‘Borderline National Trinket' show and talks to us from his home in Sussex where he's “the only person in the village who hasn't won a BAFTA”. This looks back at his life – “a CV like the work of a fantasist” - and what he's learnt from 50 years of watching various types of stage entertainment and playing to audiences ranging from the Wollaston Over-‘60s Methodist Ladies Fellowship to a bunch of delinquent Spanish pop fans with catapults. And he talks fondly of the Communards and how ‘80s pop was a Golden Age. Among the highlights … … Morecambe & Wise at the Kettering Granada with Arthur Tolcher on the mouth organ. … finding your “pulpit voice”. … Sir Robert Helpmann's great gag about referees. … why time is a healer. … the “marble denim and mullets” of Legs & Co's interactive dance to the Communards on Top Of The Pops.   … on the literary circuit sandwiched between John Lydon and Marti Pellow – “dreams do come true”. … if he's ever met a shy vicar. … the stagecraft of Danny Baker, Adam Kay and Grayson Perry. … standing on a chair to conduct the RPO, aged 8 and the time he wrote a Magnificat For Choir And Snare Drum in A Minor. … seeing Bauhaus, John Otway and the 4-Be-2s. … sitting between Lenny Henry and Torvill & Dean at a Kylie show. … his teenage punk band Zerox playing Clash covers. … and why there are never any forks in a Green Room. Get ‘Borderline National Trinket' tickets here, last date March 11 at London's Shaftesbury Theatre …https://www.seetickets.com/tour/reverend-richard-colesSubscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon for early - and ad-free - access to all of our content: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Reverend Richard Coles is back on tour with his ‘Borderline National Trinket' show and talks to us from his home in Sussex where he's “the only person in the village who hasn't won a BAFTA”. This looks back at his life – “a CV like the work of a fantasist” - and what he's learnt from 50 years of watching various types of stage entertainment and playing to audiences ranging from the Wollaston Over-‘60s Methodist Ladies Fellowship to a bunch of delinquent Spanish pop fans with catapults. And he talks fondly of the Communards and how ‘80s pop was a Golden Age. Among the highlights … … Morecambe & Wise at the Kettering Granada with Arthur Tolcher on the mouth organ. … finding your “pulpit voice”. … Sir Robert Helpmann's great gag about referees. … why time is a healer. … the “marble denim and mullets” of Legs & Co's interactive dance to the Communards on Top Of The Pops.   … on the literary circuit sandwiched between John Lydon and Marti Pellow – “dreams do come true”. … if he's ever met a shy vicar. … the stagecraft of Danny Baker, Adam Kay and Grayson Perry. … standing on a chair to conduct the RPO, aged 8 and the time he wrote a Magnificat For Choir And Snare Drum in A Minor. … seeing Bauhaus, John Otway and the 4-Be-2s. … sitting between Lenny Henry and Torvill & Dean at a Kylie show. … his teenage punk band Zerox playing Clash covers. … and why there are never any forks in a Green Room. Get ‘Borderline National Trinket' tickets here, last date March 11 at London's Shaftesbury Theatre …https://www.seetickets.com/tour/reverend-richard-colesSubscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon for early - and ad-free - access to all of our content: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Reverend Richard Coles is back on tour with his ‘Borderline National Trinket' show and talks to us from his home in Sussex where he's “the only person in the village who hasn't won a BAFTA”. This looks back at his life – “a CV like the work of a fantasist” - and what he's learnt from 50 years of watching various types of stage entertainment and playing to audiences ranging from the Wollaston Over-‘60s Methodist Ladies Fellowship to a bunch of delinquent Spanish pop fans with catapults. And he talks fondly of the Communards and how ‘80s pop was a Golden Age. Among the highlights … … Morecambe & Wise at the Kettering Granada with Arthur Tolcher on the mouth organ. … finding your “pulpit voice”. … Sir Robert Helpmann's great gag about referees. … why time is a healer. … the “marble denim and mullets” of Legs & Co's interactive dance to the Communards on Top Of The Pops.   … on the literary circuit sandwiched between John Lydon and Marti Pellow – “dreams do come true”. … if he's ever met a shy vicar. … the stagecraft of Danny Baker, Adam Kay and Grayson Perry. … standing on a chair to conduct the RPO, aged 8 and the time he wrote a Magnificat For Choir And Snare Drum in A Minor. … seeing Bauhaus, John Otway and the 4-Be-2s. … sitting between Lenny Henry and Torvill & Dean at a Kylie show. … his teenage punk band Zerox playing Clash covers. … and why there are never any forks in a Green Room. Get ‘Borderline National Trinket' tickets here, last date March 11 at London's Shaftesbury Theatre …https://www.seetickets.com/tour/reverend-richard-colesSubscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon for early - and ad-free - access to all of our content: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chat with the Reverend Richard Coles, whose wide-ranging career spans pop music, being openly gay in 1980's London, finding the Church again and living with grief after losing his beloved husband 3 years ago. He is bringing his show ‘Borderline National Trinket' to Dublin in January 2024. Full details: www.richardcoles.com/events

Join us for our 125th (and potentially last) episode. If it is to be the end, what a way to go out. Rev Richard Coles thrills us with anecdotes and tells us all about his latest book, A Death In The Parish.

Happy Saturday! Today on The Graham Norton Radio Show with Waitrose:Mel Giedroyc is at the West End with a new comedy The Crown Jewels.Reverend Richard Coles chats to us about his new book, A Death in the Parish.Show Chef Martha Collison has peas, prawns and pasta!And as always Maria McErlane's rustling through the post bag for some Graham's Guides!See more on our YouTube page @VirginRadioUK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Hawksbee and Charlie Baker are joined on the pod by comedian, impressionist and Forest fan Matt Forde as well as the Reverend Richard Coles who has a new book out. Plus, Andy Jacobs and Geoff Peters are here with another Birthday Spread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for a heartfelt and candid conversation with Reverend Richard Coles as he reflects on his journey through life, love, and self-discovery. From his days as a pop star to his transition into the priesthood and retiring from the church, Richard shares stories of triumph, loss, and the challenges he faced along the way. Discover how he navigated societal expectations, found solace in faith, and ultimately learned to embrace his true self. In this episode, Richard opens up about grief, widowhood,, the unexpected joy of finding love again in his 60s and his recent foray into crime novel writing. Get ready for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation that reminds us it's never too late to start a new chapterReverend Richard Coles' latest novel "A Death In The Parish," is available now. Reverend Richard Coles is also an ambassador for Independent Bookshop Week which runs from the 17th - 24th June 2023Get in touch with the podcast at podcast@htb60.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You know I am always a fan of reading new cosy mysteries, so when I saw this one and then it just kept on popping up on all my social feeds I knew I had to give it a go. What we have here is a murder most gruesome that takes place in a church...Canon Daniel Clement has already got a lot to contend with, what with the resistance to having a toilet fitted, so the last thing he needs is for a body to be discovered in the very last pew. Of course, in the tradition of all cosy crime novels everywhere, he simply must investigate, but will he solve the crime before the bodies start to pile up? Find out what I thought of the debut crime offering from Reverend Richard Coles before the next book in the series is released in June.Featured episodes Cosy crime playlist My socials TikTok Instagram Twitter Being Bookish

Ben and Ruth are amazed Rylan's coming to Ambridge – it's been announced on the village website. Ben phones Lynda, suggesting Rylan can stay at Brookfield, but Lynda's sure they can accommodate him at Ambridge Hall. Ruth checks with Ben the details of his friend Sykesy's visit from the Laurels. Lynda tells Joy there's been renewed interest in the Eurovision show, now Rylan's judging. To thank Joy, she invites her for a cup of tea. Joy loves Lynda's garden – Rylan is lucky to be staying there. Joy once met the Reverend Richard Coles, but doesn't think he'd remember her now. She's kicking herself for telling Mick the same thing. Mick's now worried Rylan won't remember him and the whole thing will be a disaster. Sykesy enjoys reminiscing at Brookfield. He tells Ben that David looks just like his dad, Phil, then turns on the charm with Ruth. Inside, he talks about the past with Jill and winds Leonard up by shortening his name. Sykesy has an abiding memory of Jill in a lemon-coloured sundress, shelling peas on a sunny day. He admits to fancying Jill back in the day, which Jill finds funny. Lynda calls in at Brookfield in a panic. Robert's accepted another booking at Ambridge Hall, so they won't have room for Rylan after all. Lynda hopes Brookfield can host him instead. Ruth explains that only Ben can tell her if their room is available. For now, Lynda will just have to wait and see.

Our regular panel Felicity Radcliffe, Jean Fairbairn and Alice Goulding review 'Murder before Evensong' by the Reverend Richard Coles.

The guys sit down with Reverend Richard Coles, a musician, writer, broadcaster and Anglican priest. Exploring his relationship with money, Richard shares his insights and experiences in a candid and thought-provoking interview. Come and enjoy this excellent episode . . .

Juliet and Terence on: Daisy Jones And The Six; fake bands - real songs; Reverend Richard Coles and the Cardiff commute; and the new album from U2. {Josie And The Pussycats}

The Reverend Richard Coles has had the most extraordinary life, from being an unlikely pop-star at the forefront of the gay rights movement in the 1980s, to being a Church of England vicar and much-loved broadcaster and writer.He talks about the harsh realities of being gay in the Church – and grieving for David, the love of his life, who died after years of being a chronic alcoholic.

In this episode Cally talks to Reverend Richard Coles about piano playing, ageing, emoting, love, faith, desire, losing his long-term partner David, grief, private education, coming out, The Communards, sitting in the front of planes, Strictly, social mobility, addiction, and his beloved sausage dogs Pongo and Daisy. Twitter: @RevRichardColes Instagram: @rkrcoles Richard's booksGriefcast with Cariad Lloyd Namaste Motherf**kers with guest Louisa Young More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Sales & advertising: info@theloniouspunkproductions.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jane and Fi are back and well rested from their week away.They're joined by Reverend Richard Coles, cosy crime King and Radio 4 jock, and his old neighbour Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer to discuss their new history podcast.The podcast 'The Rabbit Hole Detectives' is hosted by Dr. Cat Jarman, Rev. Richard Coles and Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer. It's out now. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioAssistant Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Rosie CutlerPodcast Executive Producer: Ben Mitchell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most of us, death and grief remain a private affair. An irreversible, life-altering shock when we lose someone close, for which there is no guide or preparation. Stephen Sackur interviews Reverend Richard Coles, a broadcaster and Church of England vicar, whose frank account of his own grief has struck a chord with many. Why did the death of his husband nearly break him?

Broadcaster, former pop star, retired vicar and 'borderline national trinket' as his beloved partner once described him, Reverend Richard Coles speaks about charting his unlikely course and how a crime fighting canon has captured the public imagination in his bestselling new novel, 'Murder Before Evensong' (published by Orion Books).

Broadcaster, former pop star, retired vicar and 'borderline national trinket' as his beloved partner once described him, Reverend Richard Coles speaks about charting his unlikely course and how a crime fighting canon has captured the public imagination in his bestselling new novel, 'Murder Before Evensong' (published by Orion Books).

“You looked like a walrus that had been tasered.” Reverend Richard Cole on writing fiction, how to mourn well and his mums thoughts on his dancing.

Sarah Vine and Co Host Imogen Edwards-Jones celebrate the beginning of holiday season with a summer book special. Arts reviewer Claire Allfree and true crime expert and host of the Blood Ties Podcast, Geoffrey Wansell, join the show to offer some literary suggestions to accompany you on your summer break, from well known classics, to audiobooks, to last minute selections at the airport and lots more between!  The guest recommendations/books discussed  were:  Geoffrey Wansell:  Sparring Partners by John Grisham, Hodder £20 These three novellas in a single volume show Grisham at his masterful best. A minor masterpiece. The Blackbird by Tim Weaver, Michael Joseph £14.99 A road accident sees a Land Rover plunge off the road and career down a ravine. Two witnesses watch in horror as it bursts into flames, but when the fire brigade arrives there is no sign whatever of the two occupants. The impressive Weaver triumphs again with this intricate mystery. Aurora by David Koepp, HQ £14.99 The screenwriter of Jurassic Park depicts a catastrophe where a solar storm wipes out electricity across the planet. Told from the viewpoint of a dysfunctional American family, it vividly explores how human beings cope with tragedy, and re-affirms our will to survive. It is fine storytelling. Crime Wake by Shelley Burr, Hodder £14.99 My crime novel of the year so far, a moving depiction of the pain that a mysterious disappearance can wreak on those left behind. Nineteen years ago Evie McCreery vanished, leaving her younger sister Mina to pick up the pieces of her life. Intense and evocative, it tears at the heart-strings. Into the Dark, Macmillan £14.99 One morning the golden Holden family - father, mother and two teenagers – suddenly disappear from their spectacular home overlooking the sea in Essex. What happened? Enter DS Saul Anguish, with a record of protecting two children from a serial killer. The plot is both striking and original. Murder Before Evensong by Reverend Richard Coles, Weidenfeld £16.99 In the beautiful village of Champton, home to the de Flores dynasty, the local church is presided over by Canon Daniel Clement. A murder overwhelms the congregation and further skulduggery follows. A cosy, if slightly fey mystery with echoes of Father Brown unfolds as Clement investigates. The best classic crime everyone should read is either The Mysterious Affair at Styles or A Study in Scarlet. Grab something from the airport – no doubts, any David Baldacci or Michael Connelly. For something less expected – try James Lee Burke As for an audiobook it's hard not to suggest one of the two by Richard Osman, which are a great listen. (The Thursday Murder Club / The Man Who Died Twice) Claire Allfrey recommends:  Bad Relations by Cressida Connolly, a lush historical drama. What Time Is Love by Holly Williams, a breezy beach read. Gosford Park by Gil Hornby, a fun Jane Austen homage. Vladimir by Julia May Jones,  a spiky, creepy, psychological romance with lots of subversive observations on gender politics (also received Imogen's vote!) Night Crawling by Leila Mottley, this summer's hot debut read, a gritty novel about race and crime in America. The Exhibitionist by Charlotte Mendelson, a very funny smart spiky marital comedy of manners. A book to grab at the airport is Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead, or Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason, both out last year but Women's Prize shortlisted and so ought to be easily available in airport bookshelves.. Claire spotlighted Natalia Ginsberg, an Italian mid century author whose novels are being republished. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reverend Richard Coles has worn many hats. He is a broadcaster, a former vicar, and a former chart topper with The Communards. Murder Before Evensong is his debut crime novel.

I'm honoured to have the witty and wise Reverend Richard Coles as our guest this week on Homo Sapiens. He's as honest and funny as you'd expect, he will have you all howling with laughter with his stories that span from why he thinks he and my husband would get on like a house on fire, some of the most common questions people ask him in their hour of need, to a beautiful and open depiction of queer grief when he lost his wonderful husband David just before we all went in to Lockdown. Press play and enjoy! Chris x

I'm honoured to have the witty and wise Reverend Richard Coles as our guest this week on Homo Sapiens. He's as honest and funny as you'd expect, he will have you all howling with laughter with his stories that span from why he thinks he and my husband would get on like a house on fire, some of the most common questions people ask him in their hour of need, to a beautiful and open depiction of queer grief when he lost his wonderful husband David just before we all went in to Lockdown. Press play and enjoy! Chris x

Cosy crime has been popular for over a hundred years now but with a surge in popularity recently we speak to three authors who've all done something slightly different with the genre to discover the reasons for its enduring appeal, the techniques they use to build up their stories and why we as humans have a fascination with the dark side of life. Featuring Janice Hallett, Nita Prose and the Reverend Richard Coles.

In the first episode of a new series of How Do You Cope Elis and John are joined by Rev. Richard Coles to discuss the loss of his husband David after a long battle with alcoholism, and how he's dealt with the subsequent grief. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you're affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there's more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

Paul and Andy are joined by comedian and West Ham fan John Moloney to promote his new radio show, Subbuteo enthusiast Gerry Harrington and musician & Church of England parish priest who's taken up boxing Reverend Richard Coles. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dan, Irenosen and Simon are joined by broadcaster, author and former Communards member, Reverend Richard Coles. He talks honestly about the loss of his life partner David, and how grief affected him, which he decided to write about in his latest book. Richard also discusses his love of libraries and dissects the Novels That Shaped Our World category of Life, Death And Other Worlds.

Legendary pop star. Local vicar. The Reverend Richard Coles is our guest this week and it is fantastic. Warm, wise and remarkably candid, the former Communard turned vicar, turned TV and radio star talks about body hatred, dodgy teeth, amphetamines, and the discovery he made in a tent in 1976 that radically changed his summer. As ever, email us on hello@assemblehere.co.uk, find us on Twitter @assemblehere and if you review us, let us know the thing about your body you’d give five stars! Don’t forget you can subscribe to our twice-weekly newsletter, packed with stories and useful stuff, at assemblehere.co.uk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reverend Richard Coles has me in stitches as he recounts his experiences of music as a child, from a tone-deaf father, a tonally sharp mother and a brilliant but misleading great aunt, I piece together what made him the skilled and entertaining all-rounder he is today!Produced by Cheryl Davis Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The composer and performer Paganini is alleged to have sold his soul to the Devil in order to become a musical prodigy. The Reverend Richard Coles and poet Imtiaz Dharker discuss the Devil in Christian and Islamic cultures. The discussion is chaired by Dr Christopher Harding from the University of Edinburgh who was selected as one of ten New Generation Thinkers in 2013. New Generation Thinkers is a scheme run by BBC Radio 3 and the Arts and Humanities Research Council to select academics who can turn their research into radio. Producer: Torquil MacLeod