Podcast appearances and mentions of Richard Hughes

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for today's canter over the global racing news. They lead with the potential significance of today's Christophe Soumillon team tactics appeal, and the effect it may have for the remainder of the season. They also look ahead to the Irish Derby, revisit geldings in the Arc (Lydia sits on the European Pattern Committee), and tidy up some Ascot loose ends. Guests today include Richard Hughes, who trains the major gamble for the Northumberland Plate, and South African trainer James Crawford, responsible for the Durban July favourite. Plus, Jack Ready on another huge WorldPool weekend, RMG marketing director Clive Cottrell embarking on the Jurassic walk for the Teenage Cancer Trust, and Eva catches up with John Bleahen, consignor of the top lot at the Tattersalls Derby Sale.

Dan is here with the latest Liverpool news as The Reds continue to push for Yan Diomande. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chloe is here with all the latest Liverpool news, including Richard Hughes reportedly being set to join Al Hilal as Sporting Director, as well as reports linking Rio Ngumoha with a move to Bayern Munich and a potential shocking Liverpool return for Darwin Nunez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andoni Iraola har gjort sine første intervjuer som Liverpools hovedtrener, og på overgangsmarkedet skjer det stadig nye ting.I denne episoden av Liverpool.no Pausepraten snakker Arve Vassbotten og Jens Bessesen om førsteintrykket av Andoni Iraola, ryktene rundt Rio Ngumoha og debuten for England, Joshua Abe som har valgt å bli i Liverpool, og det som er av overgangsnyheter rundt klubben med både Curtis Jones, Cody Gakpo og Yan Diomande. Dette er temaene00:00 Intro00:39 Førsteinntrykk av Andoni Iraola02:37 Fokus på akademiet03:28 Sparker ikke inn døra - men er tydelig på identiteten han ønsker04:19 Brevet som treffer godt hos supporterne06:21 Kommer ikke med lovnader - men virker å forstå klubben08:26 Svakere i engelsk og et helt annet press10:34 Richard Hughes burde ta bort noe av presset11:42 Rio Ngumoha med første landskamp og kobles til Bayern16:26 Joshua Abe sa nei til store tilbud for å bli i Liverpool20:33 Status på overgangsmarkedet21:22 Liverpool i førersetet om Yan Diomande23:00 Liverpools store kontraktsdilemma med Curtis Jones26:14 Interesse rundt Cody Gakpo28:25 Valgflesk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool close in on appointing Andoni Iraola as Arne Slot's successor after reaching a verbal agreement on a two-year deal.Sporting director Richard Hughes leads negotiations as Liverpool target a swift appointment before the end of the week.Iraola aims to bring key Bournemouth staff members Pablo de la Torre, Tommy Elphick, Shaun Cooper and Tom Webber to Anfield.The Basque coach leaves Bournemouth after guiding the club to Premier League progress and historic Europa League qualification.Liverpool legend John Barnes urges supporters to show patience and give Iraola time to implement his vision.The Football Show panel examines the toxic atmosphere surrounding Arne Slot's final weeks at Liverpool and his fractured relationship with supporters.Celtic intensify their search for a new manager with Robbie Keane and Martin O'Neill emerging as the leading candidates.Majority shareholder Dermot Desmond holds talks with Keane while further discussions with O'Neill are expected.Keane's candidacy sparks backlash from sections of the Celtic support due to his previous spell managing Maccabi Tel Aviv.Celtic Fans For The Liberation Of Palestine publicly oppose Keane's potential appointment, describing it as divisive.Manchester United agree a deal worth up to €45 million to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson ahead of the summer transfer window.The Brazilian is set to sign until 2030 as United move quickly to strengthen their midfield options.Dion Fanning labels Arsenal “a bureaucracy pretending to be a football team” in a provocative Football Show debate.Scotland continue World Cup preparations in Florida as John McGinn praises lifelong friend Andy Robertson ahead of the tournament.Ryan Christie warns Scotland against underestimating Haiti in their opening World Cup group match.Kobbie Mainoo, Jordan Henderson and Ollie Watkins share England's growing confidence and challenges ahead of the World Cup in North America.Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante believes his side can cause an upset against England during the group stage.Carla Ward's Republic of Ireland squad prepare for a crucial World Cup qualifier against the Netherlands, with Aoibheann Clancy highlighting the strength of the League of Ireland.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Liverpool is currently engaged in advanced discussions with Andoni Iraola as they seek to appoint a new head coach following the dismissal of Arne Slot. Iraola departed from Bournemouth at the conclusion of the season and is the leading candidate for the position at Anfield.Liverpool is eager to finalize an appointment as soon as possible and desires a manager who aligns with their preferred style of play, which emphasizes proactive and aggressive football. Although no inquiries have been made regarding Iraola's potential coaching staff, the 43-year-old Spaniard is interested in bringing along his assistant from Bournemouth, Tommy Elphick, who is a lifelong supporter of Liverpool.According to BBC Sport, Elphick has not yet been contacted by the Reds but would welcome the opportunity. The recruitment process is being overseen by Richard Hughes, Liverpool's sporting director, who has previously collaborated with Iraola at Bournemouth.The Reds terminated Slot's contract on Saturday, just one year after the Dutch manager led them to the Premier League title.

Arsenal fell agonisingly short, was there anything they could have done differently or did they just come up against a generational team in PSG?What if anything could Mikel Arteta have changed, or was focusing on defensive organisation always going to be their best route to success? Who do Arsenal need to sign to get better?In the second half Slot out and potentially Iraola in at Liverpool. Why was Slot sacked and is Iraola what Liverpool need? If the spaniard does come in will there be signings and if so who will be sanctioning the signings...Richard Hughes or the new manager? Tom Clarke is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tony Cascarino and Alyson Rudd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool hélt spilunum þétt að sér varðandi framtíð Arne Slot voru voru flestir farnir að búa sig undir hann áfram sem stóra liðsins þrátt fyrir að hans staða væri orðin allt að því vonlaus. Það lá því ekkert í loftinu að fréttin Arne Slot rekinn væri yfirvofandi þó það sé ekki hægt að segja að hún komu á óvart. Andoni Iraola yfirburða langlíklegastur til að taka við. Hann hefur gert frábæra hluti með Bournemouth og var auðvitað ráðin þangað af Richard Hughes. Liverpool hefur ekki skipt oft um stjóra í sögulegu samhengi og þegar það gerist er jafnan tilefni fyrir Neyðarþátt. Stjórnandi: Einar Matthías Viðmælendur: SSteinn og Maggi Þökkum að vanda samstarfsaðilum þáttarins fyrir að hjálpa okkur að halda síðunni úti: Gull Áfengislaus / Verdi Travel / Ögurverk ehf

The season has officially come to a close. In this episode of the Blood Red Podcast from the Liverpool Echo, Mark Jones hosts as the panel reacts to Liverpool's final day 1-1 draw against Brentford. With Champions League qualification officially secured via a fifth-place finish , the lads break down what went right, what went wrong, and what the future holds under head coach Arne Slot. We also dive deep into the emotional Anfield send-offs for icons Mo Salah and Andy Robertson, as well as a long-awaited moment of closure for former captain Jordan Henderson. Plus, we discuss the impending transfer window—addressing the massive challenge of replacing Mo Salah, dealing with Alexander Isak's injury status, and the cloud hanging over the sporting director position with Richard Hughes. Is the fan base unified behind Slot for next season, or are expectations due for a major reality check? Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here. Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfc Subscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Download our Liverpool FC app for free: Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lfc-echo/id1255495425 Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mirror.liverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this clip from Transfer Insight, Dan is joined by the Merseyside correspondent for the Daily Telegraph Dom King to discuss the futures of Arne Slot, Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlotte Greenway brings you the Saturday Edition this week and looks ahead to the Irish Classics this weekend, starting with the 2000 Guineas on Saturday, with input from Fozzy Stack who hopes Thesecretadversary can get closer to Gstaad this time around. Ahead of the 1000 Guineas, Richard Hughes and George Gill of Opulence Thoroughbreds look ahead to their contenders (America Queen & Sukanya). Also from the Curragh on Sunday, we're set to enjoy the Tattersalls Gold Cup, which sees Almaqam take on hot favourite Minnie Hauk and the former's trainer Ed Walker discusses his chance before finally Robert Cowell shares his hopes for, Jakajaro who will be attempting to take the step up in grade from handicaps to Group company, in tomorrow's Temple Stakes at Haydock.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look at today's racing news from around the world. On toady's show, trainer Ed Walker explains why Sunday is such an important staging post in the career of his stable star Almaqam, whose racecourse returns - feels the trainer - have not matched his ability. Also today, Richard Hughes on talking on "monster" True Love with America Queen. Plus, Anthony Bromley explains to Eva O'Neill why the feted and pioneering Million in Mind syndicate is drawing to a close this week in Doncaster.JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, US owner Jim Hilton explains why the Tatts Ireland breeze-up is such a rich source of success, while the Jockey Club's Anna Metekohy talks about last weekend's Equine Wellbeing Seminar, Behind the Bridle.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look at today's racing news from around the world. On toady's show, trainer Ed Walker explains why Sunday is such an important staging post in the career of his stable star Almaqam, whose racecourse returns - feels the trainer - have not matched his ability. Also today, Richard Hughes on talking on "monster" True Love with America Queen. Plus, Anthony Bromley explains to Eva O'Neill why the feted and pioneering Million in Mind syndicate is drawing to a close this week in Doncaster. JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, US owner Jim Hilton explains why the Tatts Ireland breeze-up is such a rich source of success, while the Jockey Club's Anna Metekohy talks about last weekend's Equine Wellbeing Seminar, Behind the Bridle.

Finnes det noen gode nyheter rundt Liverpool FC for tiden? Vi hører med reporter David Lynch. Xabi Alonso til Chelsea, nytt «angrep» fra Mohamed Salah og usikkerhet rundt Richard Hughes. Mye er galt, og Champions League-plassen er i fare. Hvor skal dette ende? Temaer00:00 Intro00:40 Siste nytt om Slot01:20 Alonso til Chelsea06:25 Andre aktuelle managere08:25 Hvorfor har klubben tillit til Slot?11:55 Edwards og Hughes sin fremtid14:23 Mange lokale spillere forsvinner17:12 Slots disponering av stallen20:30 Salahs ferskeste utbrudd25:10 En klubb i krise27:08 Manageren er viktigst29:09 Har Slot endret seg?33:10 Bedre med manager enn hovedtrener?34:45 CL-plass i fare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris is here with today's news. We've got Richard Hughes news, Alonso to Chelsea rumours, Ibou contract updates as well as transfers rumours around Jarrod Bowen and Serhou Guirassy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has spoken about the support he continues to receive from the club's owners, despite growing pressure following the team's defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. 00:00 INTRO 00:25 Arne Slot on Robertson departure: “He has won everything here, really loves this club, it has been a great nine years at the club. 1:46 Every player wants as much regular first team football as possible.” 2:20 Summer recruitment and support from owners: “I have said many times I feel a lot of SUPPORT from the owners and from Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards as well, and as weird as it might sound I also feel the support of the fans. 3:22 Arne Slot on games ahead: “We haven't given ourselves the best situation we are in. Paris kept us alive so we are still in that tie. We have seven massive games coming up in the Premier League and hopefully some more in the Champions League….” 6:00 Team news: Alisson is working hard to get his way back. He won't be in this weekend.That Alex is available for us again 7:21 On pressure: it comes to players available.But when I go to my list I see three defenders injured - Bradley, Leoni and Endo - two players I'm worried about tomorrow are Gomez and Frimpong. 8:11 On Fulham: They have a manager who has worked a long time with them and you can see them clear structure and clear identity they want to play, mainly with the same players when I've been here. 9:51 fan protests: Anfield has shown in history and also in my time here how important these fans are for u 11:26 END @HaytersTV – Football Up Close. Visit our website: https://hayters.com/ We go behind the scenes with the biggest names in football to bring you interviews, training, news, live coverage, fans' voices and funniest moments. If you love football, you'll love Hayters TV. Subscribe now! Follow HaytersTV on social media - https://linktr.ee/HaytersTV #liverpool #lfc #arneslot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ste for Redmen Bitesize as he discusses reports suggesting that Sporting Director Richard Hughes will leave Liverpool, plus much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Davis breaks down Arne Slot's latest press conference and why one answer feels like a massive contradiction. Slot suggests Liverpool “could only sign Chiesa” because of Europa League… but does that fit with what Richard Hughes said (and the Zubimendi/Yoro pursuits)? Also: Calvin Ramsay's situation, the right-back mess, and why Sunderland at the Stadium of Light looks like a nightmare matchup. Topics: “We could only sign Chiesa” — truth or spin? Calvin Ramsay: “protecting” him… by never playing him? Sunderland's home record + why Jones at RB feels likely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arne Slot, Richard Hughes and Billy Hogan feature in a new episode of ‘The Reds Roundtable', presented by Standard Chartered.The head coach, sporting director and chief executive officer sat down after the Emirates FA Cup third-round win over Barnsley in January for a candid conversation hosted by Liverpool fan and presenter Vicky Gomersall.

On the latest episode of The Red Room podcast, Grizz Khan is joined by Lewis Aspinall, Lola, Mo and Mohamed to analyse all things LFC: - The Roundtable Reaction: Arne Slot, Richard Hughes & Mike Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub Liverpool wrapped up a deal for Jeremy Jacquet on Monday, with the Frenchman arriving in the summer. But have the Reds taken a risk in the market this January, and what do they need next? Matt Addison and Michael Plant talk through the winter window and look ahead to the summer as Richard Hughes' reshaping of Arne Slot's squad continues. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/bloodred Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee You can order your copy of the January issue of Blood Red HERE. It is also available to buy in participating retailers in the Liverpool area. Subscribe for more Blood Red content and hit the bell so you never miss a show. Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here.  Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfcSubscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of The Red Room podcast, Grizz Khan is joined by Mo, Keith Cross, Michael & Lola Katz to speak all about the reds plus much more: Slots Big Pressure Alonso's & Steven Gerrard Waiting in the wings UCL game, Final Group game and hopes this season in the competition Why No Transfer Yet Still, Richard Hughes & Edwards Big Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis looks at all the latest Liverpool FC news ahead of the FA cup game against Barnsley, including links to Nusa, Siomande and updates on Guehi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan is here to bring you the latest Liverpool news as the Reds are linked with a surprise swoop for Lionel Messi and reports suggest a 'civil war' between Arne Slot and Richard Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Christmas Eve 1922, Britain's first original radio drama The Truth About Father Christmas by Phyllis Twigg was broadcast on the early BBC. On Christmas Eve 2025, Britain's latest radio drama The Truth About Phyllis Twigg is broadcast on BBC Radio 4, bringing back to life a little of that first radio play, the tale behind it, and fictionalising some of the quest to help give credit where credit's due. This new drama for Radio 4 is produced by B7 Media and written by Paul Kerensa, who also hosts this podcast - so yes after 111 episodes we've finally brought some of the early BBC story (in this unofficial non-BBC podcast - for tis not made by/with/under them) to today's BBC. Thanks if you've listened to or supported the podcast in any way, as it's all helped make it happen. It takes a village! You are that village. Thanks, village! Episode 72 of this podcast told the tale of Phyllis, and how her achievement as first radio dramatist (we can talk about the American one from a year earlier) seemed to fade from history books as Richard Hughes and his A Comedy of Danger gradually took over as 'first radio drama'. Hmm, what an oddity. With neither a recording nor a surviving script, it was nice to discover a short story version of The Truth About Father Christmas, under Phyllis' pen name - so with that, I pitched the idea to radio drama producer Helen Quigley of B7 Media, and she pitched it to Radio 4's Drama Commissioning Editor - who gladly agreed there was a tale to tell. So on the day this podcast lands, so does our radio drama. We're proud of it - we hope you like it. If you don't, that's fine too. It's not perfect, but it's out there! #JusticeforPhyllis - and that's the goal, hopefully via some festive entertainment for your ears. On this accompanying podcast (unofficial - as it's not BBC), I chat to the cast, crew and descendants of Phyllis Twigg the writer and Arthur Burrows the voice behind Father Christmas, and the man who commissioned her in the first place. So on this bumper episode, you'll hear: Helen Quigley - director Tamsin Greig - who plays Phyllis Twigg Rory Kinnear - who plays Arthur Burrows Will Harrison Wallace - who plays Mr White Aja Dodd - who plays Jenny Adams Carina Saner - great-granddaughter and biographer of Phyllis Twigg Nick Heal - grandson of Arthur Burrows Philippa Heal - great-granddaughter of Arthur Burrows Neil Brand - composer ...Thanks to them and many more for making possible this new drama about the first drama. Oh and you'll also hear the 7min reading of the prose version of The Truth About Father Christmas, voiced by Carina Saner, Flora Saner (great-granddaughter and great-great-granddaughter of Phyllis) and myself (no relation!). Thanks to ME London hotel for sharing the recording with us - we recorded it for them, and they've been playing daily in their Atrium, as they're pretty much on the site of the first BBC studio, where that first radio drama began. I advise you listen to The Truth About Phyllis Twigg first - if it's still on BBC Sounds as you find this podcast. If you can't or haven't, you'll still find plenty in this podcast. It was a joy to make. And as I'm working on the biography of Phyllis with her great-granddaughter Carina (Publishers? Get in touch...), the quest continues...   SHOWNOTES: The Truth About Phyllis Twigg on BBC Radio 4: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002ntmx - it's produced by B7 Media. Episode 72 of this podcast has more of the Twigg tale. My Substack timeline of Phyllis Twigg: https://paulkerensa.substack.com/p/the-truth-about-phyllis-twigg-a-timeline My blog for B7 Media about the new drama: https://www.b7media.com/the-truth-about-the-truth-about-phyllis-twigg/ Professor Tim Crook's article on Phyllis Twigg: https://kulturapress.com/2022/09/24/phyllis-m-twigg-the-bbcs-first-original-radio-dramatist/ Dr Tina Pepler's 1988 thesis on radio drama, mentioning Phyllis: https://research-information.bris.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/34496537/381402.pdf The BBC listings page for The Truth about Phyllis Twigg - 2:15pm, Christmas Eve 2025, Radio 4: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002ntmx An article from Downthetubes about The Truth about Phyllis Twigg: https://downthetubes.net/the-truth-about-phyllis-twigg-lifts-the-lid-on-secrets-of-early-bbc-radio/ Original podcast music is by Will Farmer.  Our survey of what you like/don't about this podcast is here: http://tiny.cc/bbcenturysurvey Paul's live show on the BBC origin story visits Norfolk and Leicester in 2026 - and maybe your place? Get in touch: www.paulkerensa.com/tour Substack: www.paulkerensa.substack.com  This podcast is not made by today's BBC. It's just about the old BBC. Support us on Patreon (£5/mth - thanks if you do!), for bonus videos, writings, readings etc - it all helps support the podcast, and without that, there's no this. So thanks if you do! Or a one-off tip to Ko-fi.com/paulkerensa? Thanks for supporting us. I mostly use any kind £ to buy books. Then read books. Then absorb books. Then convert them into podcasts. Thanks for keeping the wheels turning. Please share/rate/review this podcast - it all really helps. Next time, Episode 112: Father Ronald Knox's Broadcasting the Barricades - the BBC's Pre-War of the Worlds Radio Scare of 1926 More on this broadcasting history project at paulkerensa.com/oldradio  

The football took a back seat as the Salah-Slot saga exploded across media, punditry and the dressing room. We dig into Carragher's fiery MNF critique, Gerrard's statesmanlike response, Seedorf's confrontational questioning and the reactions of Van Dijk, Alisson and Robertson. We explore why Richard Hughes stepped in, what Slot meant by “I am not weak,” and how this rift could still be repaired. A deep dive into a volatile forty-eight hours that may define Liverpool's season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis and David Lynch dive into a defining week that could make or break Liverpool's season. With Arne Slot's position weakening by the game, they unpack the mounting pressure after his pointed comments on Konaté, the leaked Van Dijk clip and the growing feeling that the manager is running out of road. Lynch outlines why Liverpool's struggles are not a blip but the continuation of a rot that began last season. Five points from matches against sides in the bottom half is nowhere near good enough, and even the improved defensive shape is masking a team that no longer creates, no longer controls and no longer convinces. The pair also turn the spotlight on Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards, questioning how the sporting leadership has avoided deeper scrutiny as the Salah row, poor recruitment calls and tactical stagnation converge. With Salah's interview tying the club's hands, Slot may now survive longer — but only because Liverpool cannot afford to look like they are bowing to player power. Then comes the football: Inter at the San Siro and Brighton at Anfield. Two opponents in better form, with clearer identities, and with every reason to fancy their chances. Dave and Lynch outline why defeat in both games is entirely plausible and why Slot's compact, low-event football feels like a short-term sticking plaster rather than a solution. Total uncertainty. Total chaos. A club waiting for answers that may not come. This week could reshape everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Office for Budget Responsibility is supposed to be the calm, quiet body that keeps watch over Britain's public finances. But after it accidentally released its Budget analysis before Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her statement, its chair Richard Hughes resigned and the watchdog suddenly became the lead story. Today on The Bunker, Seth Thévoz is joined by economist and former Treasury adviser Giles Wilkes to ask: what exactly is the OBR, and why does this low-profile institution hold so much power over the UK economy?   • Head to nakedwines.co.uk/thebunker to get 6 top-rated wines from our sponsor Naked Wines for £39.99, delivery included. www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bunkerpod.bsky.social  • Advertisers! Want to reach smart, engaged, influential people with money to spend? (Yes, they do exist). Some 3.5 MILLION people download and watch our podcasts every month – and they love our shows. Why not get YOUR brand in front of our influential listeners with podcast advertising? Contact ads@podmasters.co.uk to find out more. Written and presented by Seth Thévoz. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio producer: Robin Leeburn. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Design by James Parrett. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Office for Budget Responsibility is supposed to be the calm, quiet body that keeps watch over Britain's public finances. But after it accidentally released its Budget analysis before Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her statement, its chair Richard Hughes resigned and the watchdog suddenly became the lead story. Today on The Bunker, Seth Thévoz is joined by economist and former Treasury adviser Giles Wilkes to ask: what exactly is the OBR, and why does this low-profile institution hold so much power over the UK economy? • Head to nakedwines.co.uk/thebunker to get 6 top-rated wines from our sponsor Naked Wines for £39.99, delivery included.www.patreon.com/bunkercast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bunkerpod.bsky.social • Advertisers! Want to reach smart, engaged, influential people with money to spend? (Yes, they do exist). Some 3.5 MILLION people download and watch our podcasts every month – and they love our shows. Why not get YOUR brand in front of our influential listeners with podcast advertising? Contact ads@podmasters.co.uk to find out more.Written and presented by Seth Thévoz. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio producer: Robin Leeburn. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Design by James Parrett. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The drama rages on, one week after Chancellor Rachel Reeves stood at the dispatch box to deliver her second Budget. Richard Hughes has resigned as OBR chair following the catastrophic budget leak and calls for Rachel Reeves to do the same have not let up. Ed Balls and George Osborne look at the “shambolic” fallout of the budget, and how Labour have once again grasped defeat from the jaws of victory in yet another communications disaster for the party. Then, the pair discuss David Lammy's drastic measures to scrap juries for the majority of cases in England and Wales. Is this the biggest change to our justice system since the Magna Carta or a necessary step to solve the mounting backlog of cases, bringing the courts to the brink? And why on earth didn't anybody prepare the ground for it?Finally, Ed and George look across the channel to the rise of the far right in Germany and France. With the AfD and National Rally looking on the cusp of electoral victory and Reform's path to power looking inevitable, what lessons can Keir Starmer learn from his European allies to stop Nigel Farage securing the keys to No 10? Thanks for listening. To get episodes early and ad- free join Political Currency Gold or our Kitchen Cabinet. If you want even more perks including our exclusive newsletter, join our Kitchen Cabinet today:

The chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility has gone, the Chancellor is being accused of misleading the public.  So how did that budget go?  Richard Hughes has taken responsibility for the accidental leak of the budget and resigned. What does this mean for the OBR's future and political trust in it?  Meanwhile, the Chancellor has been accused of misleading the public over the state of public finances. So what did happen in the budget pitch-rolling and what does this tell us about how well the UK does budgets? Could we, should we, do them differently?  Plus - the Justice Secretary has revealed his plans for changes to jury trials. We dig into the latest news.  Hannah White presents With Gemma Tetlow, Alex Thomas and Cassia Rowland  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we're going to be talking about David Lammy, and his brand new plans to drastically reduce the number of jury trials in the UK in an attempt to address the backlog. With the backlog of cases due to be heard in courts already at 78,000, and heading for 100,000, the Justice Secretary believes that only radical solutions can tackle the ‘courts emergency'. But is he being too radical? This comes on the same day that Lammy announced that 12 prisoners have been accidentally released in the last three weeks.But first, the Budget fallout continues and there has been a resignation but – crucially – it's not the Chancellor. After the OBR leaked the Budget early, its chairman Richard Hughes has taken the fall and resigned last night. Does this ease or increase the pressure on Rachel Reeves?Oscar Edmondson speaks to James Heale and Isabel Hardman.Produced by Oscar Edmondson.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean Farrington explores why Richard Hughes has quit as head of the OBR after a Budget-day publishing blunder, and what it means for trust in the watchdog's forecasts.Trainees at an accountancy firm will be sent on secondments at bars, pubs and restaurants to help develop their 'front of house' skills - Sean finds out why. And it's Christmas advert season; can local shops compete with the big brands? Small businesses in Hexham, in Northumberland, have banded together to have a go by creating their own Christmas Ad.

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The head of the Office for Budget Responsibility, Richard Hughes, has resigned after his organisation released details of the budget before the Chancellor had delivered her speech. Also: The Prime Minister has denied that the Rachel Reeves misled people about the state of the public finances. And the World Health Organisation calls for fairer access to weight loss jabs.

Pre-match press conference with Liverpool manager Arne Slot ahead of West Ham v Liverpool in the Premier League at London Stadium. Slot discusses recent form, confidence and the pressure around the squad after a difficult run of results. He says the support from Richard Hughes and the ownership has been consistent since he arrived, insists there is no frustration with his players, and explains why the team must keep fighting together in challenging moments. Slot talks about reflecting on decisions after defeats, the importance of rewarding good phases of play, and how individual errors have been punished recently. He provides updates on Alisson, Florian and Hugo, with Alisson expected to be available and Florian close to returning to full training. Slot praises Nuno Espirito Santo's impact at West Ham and the difficulty of facing them in their current form. He also speaks about XG, missed chances, Curtis Jones' passionate interview, restoring confidence, player messaging, and how team spirit must remain strong throughout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of TAW Unwrapped, we dive headfirst into the conversation dominating right now: the future of Arne Slot. With a season that's somehow managed to get even less fun, we unpack the big questions facing Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes as they weigh up the manager's future. Josh Sexton Hosts John Gibbons, Josh Williams and Paul Senior. Subscribe to The Anfield Wrap for more on Liverpool's 25/26 season… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and David turn to the off-the-pitch storm now engulfing Liverpool, asking whether Arne Slot and Richard Hughes should be under far more scrutiny. They unpack Van Dijk's explosive post-match comments, the continued lack of intensity and structure, and the baffling substitutions that have turned late-game scenarios into chaos. The conversation digs into the deeper issues: why Liverpool's tactical plan isn't visible, why signings aren't bedding in, and why the squad feels disjointed despite heavy investment. They examine the disconnect between recruitment and on-pitch execution, the growing concern about right-back options, the questionable fit of summer arrivals like Frimpong and Kirkes, and the real risk that Champions League qualification could slip away. This cut captures the rising pressure on Slot, the doubts around the summer rebuild, and the moment where Liverpool must decide whether things can still be rescued. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh talks to Richard Hughes about the world of firmware. We cover how Richard's journey from developing the ColorHug led to the creation of the Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS), changing how firmware updates are managed for nearly every Linux user. Updating firmware has always been dicey, and on Linux it used to be impossible. Richard helps us understand how this all works and how we can all help out. The show notes and blog post for this episode can be found at https://opensourcesecurity.io/2025/2025-11-lvfs-richard-hughes/

The discussion turns to recruitment and system chaos under Arne Slot. The panel pick apart a confusing summer window where Liverpool replaced Trent's unique passing with Frimpong's pace, signed two strikers but no left winger and built a team that looks like a poor tactical fit. They debate whether Slot actually chose these players or if Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes have boxed him in. Has the rebuild gone wrong before it even started? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Contracts that shape an era. Trev ranks renewals in order of impact: Arne Slot out in front, then Michael Edwards for his strategic heft, with Richard Hughes vital as the day-to-day deal-maker. The multi-club brief and summer sales masterclass frame the stakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick is joined at York's Ebor meeting on day two by ITV's Oli Bell. Nick and Oli look back on yesterday's action including the tense Juddmonte International, which looked at one point like it might be a repeat of the Sussex but Ombudsman ran the pacemaker down late on to win well. John Gosden gives his reaction to the race and the ride whilst Ralph Beckett discusses future targets for Voltigeur winner Pride of Arras. York's Phil Atkinson is along to look forward to the Queen's visit this afternoon and all the protocols that go on behind the scenes ahead of such an event. Khadijah Mellah joins via FaceTime to look ahead to her first ride under rules at Goodwood tomorrow and Richard Hughes also reflects on Star of Mehmas's victory whilst giving a strong shout for his Lowther contender this afternoon. Finally, we end the show with a bit of wine and cheese, much to the delight of cheese lover Oli!

Nick is joined at York's Ebor meeting on day two by ITV's Oli Bell. Nick and Oli look back on yesterday's action including the tense Juddmonte International, which looked at one point like it might be a repeat of the Sussex but Ombudsman ran the pacemaker down late on to win well. John Gosden gives his reaction to the race and the ride whilst Ralph Beckett discusses future targets for Voltigeur winner Pride of Arras. York's Phil Atkinson is along to look forward to the Queen's visit this afternoon and all the protocols that go on behind the scenes ahead of such an event. Khadijah Mellah joins via FaceTime to look ahead to her first ride under rules at Goodwood tomorrow and Richard Hughes also reflects on Star of Mehmas's victory whilst giving a strong shout for his Lowther contender this afternoon. Finally, we end the show with a bit of wine and cheese, much to the delight of cheese lover Oli!

#LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub Download SAILY in your app store and use our code bloodred at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Liverpool and Bayern Munich have agreed a fee of around £66 million for the transfer of Luis Diaz. Meanwhile, Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak remains of interest to the Reds. Matt Addison and Michael Plant discuss the latest updates on the pair as an incredibly busy summer continues for sporting director Richard Hughes. *#BeMoreDan: Fascinating Tales From Liverpool's Incredible History* https://reachsportshop.com/book/lfc-stories/ Download SAILY in your app store and use our code bloodred at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here.  Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfc Subscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Download our Liverpool FC app for free: Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lfc-echo/id1255495425 Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mirror.liverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Greenway is back with the Saturday Edition and has plenty to bring you today. We start in Ireland at The Curragh with the Irish Oaks where Epsom Oaks heroine Mini Hauk is a very short price but her chief rival looks to be Joseph O'Brien's filly who finished fourth at Epsom and he talks about her chance. Johnny Murtagh also discusses his filly who has only run the twice and is still a maiden. Andrew Slattery and Johnny Portman provide an update on their two runners in the Sapphire Stakes tomorrow. Then, onto Newbury and ahead of the Weatherby's Super Sprint we hear from variety of connections including Johnny Allison, who co-owns favourite Havana Hurricane, Rod Millman on the Middleham Park Filly Anthelia and Richard Hughes who also has a runner in the competitive Hackwood Stakes. Finally, we head over to America to hear from Michael McCarthy and Brendan Walsh ahead of Journalism and Gosger meeting again, this time in tomorrow's Haskell Stakes.

#LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub Download SAILY in your app store and use our code bloodred at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Liverpool are hoping to tie up a record-breaking deal for Florian Wirtz, and Milos Kerkez appears to be high up on the shopping list too. But what else does Arne Slot need this summer? Matt Addison and Michael Plant discuss the latest moves in the transfer market and who they would sign if they were in the shoes of sporting director Richard Hughes. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code bloodred at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here.  Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfc Subscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Download our Liverpool FC app for free: Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lfc-echo/id1255495425Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mirror.liverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub Download SAILY in your app store and use our code bloodred at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Liverpool remain determined to reach an agreement over Florian Wirtz after seeing a club-record offer of £109m turned down by Bayer Leverkusen. The Reds tabled the bid on Friday ahead of the transfer window officially opening on Sunday but Leverkusen have rejected the terms, with the Bundesliga side said to be holding out for around £125m for the German player of the year. Both clubs had been hoping for a swift resolution to the deal but an agreement has yet to be found as negotiations continue between sporting director Richard Hughes and his Leverkusen counterpart Simon Rolfes and managing director Fernando Carro. Join Paul Gorst, Ian Doyle and host Keifer MacDonald for the Mondayedition of the Blood Red podcast as they discuss the latest on Florian Wirtz and the signing of Jeremie Frimpong. Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here.  Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Download SAILY in your app store and use our code XXXXXXXX at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/bloodred Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfc Subscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Download our Liverpool FC app for free: Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lfc-echo/id1255495425 Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mirror.liverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices