Podcasts about Shropshire

Mark runs a window cleaning business in Shropshire turning over £16k a month, but he's on the tools from 8am to 5pm, doing admin until 9pm, and at 57, he feels like he's running out of time. His goal? £400k revenue, a full rebrand, and getting off the tools for good. In this episode, James digs into whether Mark's plan is achievable, what's really holding the business back, and the steps to scale a local service business in a saturated market.Find out more from Mark here: https://www.shirewindowcleaning.co.uk/Try Entrepreneurs University 14 Day FREE Trial Here ►https://jamessinclair.net/entrepreneurs-university-free-trial/Sign up to my weekly newsletter 'The James Sinclair Letter' here:https://www.jamessinclair.net/the-letterFind out your Entrepreneurial DNA, take the '8 Traits of the Greats' quiz here ► https://jamessinclair.scoreapp.comGet your tickets to our next event here ► https://www.jamessinclair.net/eventsApply to be on my podcast here ►https://jamessinclair.net/podcasts/

What happens when academic research, climate resilience, digital inclusion and community development all collide? In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Vicki Ayton, Founder of BizEd, a Community Interest Company (CIC) that exists to bridge the gap between research and real-world community impact. What started as a response to a local library closure has evolved into a growing community hub delivering digital inclusion support, climate resilience education, research projects and policy work across Shropshire and beyond. Vicki shares the realities of building a sustainable CIC, the challenges of balancing commercial income with social impact, and why digital skills are now fundamental to both business success and community resilience.   In This Episode From Research to Real Impact Vicki explains how her background in climate and environmental research highlighted a common challenge: excellent research often fails to reach the people who need it most. BizEd was created to translate knowledge into practical support for communities and businesses. A pivotal moment came when the local council approached BizEd to replace services lost when a library closed due to RAAC concrete concerns. That request became the catalyst for creating a physical community hub.   Why BizEd Chose a CIC Structure One of the most fascinating discussions centres around the decision to become a Community Interest Company rather than a charity. Vicki explains: Why financial resilience matters for community organisations How BizEd generates 60–70% of its income through trading activities The dangers of becoming overly reliant on grant funding How organisations can lose community trust when grant-funded projects disappear The CIC model provides greater flexibility to trade and generate sustainable income, helping create long-term impact rather than short-term projects.   The CIC Catch-22 The conversation highlights a significant challenge faced by many social enterprises. While CICs are encouraged to trade and become self-sustaining, they are often excluded from support programmes available only to registered charities. Examples include: Free software licences Digital infrastructure grants Technology support programmes Meanwhile, charities often have access to these benefits but face restrictions on how much income they can generate through trading activities. It's a structural challenge that many social enterprises continue to face.   Climate Resilience is a Business Issue Climate change is no longer a future concern. Vicki explains why businesses need to focus on resilience today, including: Managing disruption caused by extreme weather Protecting supply chains Supporting employee wellbeing during heatwaves Preparing for changing customer and community needs Rather than focusing solely on sustainability, businesses must also prepare for adaptation and resilience.   Digital Skills are Now Essential A major theme throughout the conversation is the importance of digital capability at every level. Vicki breaks digital skills into three areas: Foundation Skills Email Online services Digital communication Accessing information safely Workplace Skills Productivity software Collaboration tools Digital workflows Data management Advanced Skills Artificial Intelligence AI risk management Data analysis Automation opportunities She also highlights the growing overlap between green jobs and digital capability, where data and technology skills are becoming increasingly valuable.   Why Young People May Hold the AI Advantage For many small businesses, hiring experienced AI specialists isn't realistic. Vicki argues that younger people often bring natural AI fluency and experimentation skills that SMEs can benefit from immediately. For owner-managers looking to improve productivity, younger team members may already hold valuable expertise that businesses are overlooking.   Building Community Hubs That Actually Work One of BizEd's biggest lessons is that community needs rarely exist in isolation. Someone seeking digital support may also need: Benefits advice Banking assistance Employment support Access to other local services Vicki shares her vision for integrated community hubs that bring multiple services together under one roof, making support more accessible and effective.   Productivity Tools and Personal Effectiveness Despite operating in a highly digital world, Vicki's favourite productivity tool is surprisingly simple. Her trusted Busy Bee physical diary remains the cornerstone of her planning system. The discussion explores: Why writing things down improves thinking Managing the overlap between work and home life The importance of finding tools that suit your working style BizEd itself takes a tool-agnostic approach, using Trello, Notion, Planner and other platforms depending on team and client preferences. The focus is on removing barriers to collaboration rather than enforcing a single system.   The One Key Thing Building sustainable impact requires balancing purpose with commercial reality. The organisations that create lasting change are the ones that develop the resilience to generate income while staying true to their mission.   Standout Quote "Digital skills are no longer optional. They are the foundation of resilience for individuals, communities and businesses alike."   About Vicki Ayton Vicki Ayton is the Founder of BizEd, a Community Interest Company focused on climate resilience, digital inclusion, research translation and community impact. Through education, community engagement and policy work, BizEd helps bridge the gap between knowledge and practical action.   Scaling up your business isn't easy, and can be a little daunting. Let ScaleUp Radio make it a little easier for you. With guests who have been where you are now, and can offer their thoughts and advice on several aspects of business. ScaleUp Radio is the business podcast you've been waiting for. If you would like to be a guest on ScaleUp Radio, please click here: https://bizsmarts.co.uk/scaleupradio/kevin You can get in touch with Kevin here: kevin@biz-smart.co.uk   G90 Summit Most founders I speak to feel busy but stuck; plenty happening, but not always clear on what genuinely matters most this quarter. If that's you, the G90 Summit is worth a look. A structured half-day where we work through everything competing for your attention, get clear on the three to five things that must happen in the next 90 days, then commit to them and build the system to make sure they actually happen. Quarterly, virtual, £97 a seat. http://Smart90.co.uk/summit Vicki can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickiayton/ https://www.bizedprojects.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bized_projects/ https://www.facebook.com/BizEdProjects   Resources: The Good Growth Podcast - https://www.bgf.co.uk/good-growth-podcast/ David Gallagher on Substack - https://gallagherjdavid.substack.com/ Jenny Anderson on Substack - https://howtobebrave.substack.com/ BusyB Diaries - https://busyb.co.uk/ Trello - https://trello.com/ Notion - https://app.notion.com/ Monday - https://monday.com/ Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/landing

In this episode, we're chatting about witchcraft in Shropshire, a specific 19th century witch named Ann Morgan, and what Ann's life - and death - can tell us about Shropshire, her century, and ourselves. Amy Boucher is a writer and folklorist, who focuses on her native Shropshire. Her emphasis is primarily on the interplay between folklore, history and the paranormal, and perceptions of the past through the lens of folk customs and belief.  Find Amy online at: https://nearlyknowledgeable.co.uk/ Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Get weekly articles and bonus content at Substack: https://fabulousfolklore.substack.com/ Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Find the Fabulous Folklore Bookshop, Icy's social media links, and other useful bits at: http://icysedgwick.com/start-here

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the foodie type podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who is still one of the most popular contestants that has featured on ‘The Great British Bake Off.'This episode, old recipe books feature as always, plus daily happenings from where Howard is based in the Yorkshire city of Sheffield, and Katie near Ludlow, in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, and feel the urge to leave a review or share a comment on social media, if it's spotted it, you will receive a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use. Also, exciting news, as Shackbaggerly is now on WhatsApp, so you can ask us a question as a voice message on the burner phone 07902 835604, and you never know, yours may just feature in the next episode.Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and there have been some wonderful oldest kitchen items that have been posted, plus your views on our old theme tune, versus the new one. You can also email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 24 July #foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends

Mollie meets Joffrey Watson, a UK chainsaw sculptor, who creates bespoke wooden sculptures from fallen trees using chainsaws and wood tools. Based in Shropshire, Joffery is also a town crier! A fascinating and funny guy. A pleasure to introduce you to Joffrey...Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. We'd love to hear from you too! If you have suggestions for topics or features you'd like to hear, or any garden related questions you have, drop us a line at thehappygardenpodcast@gmail.com. It would be fab if you could rate us and leave a review too if you've got the time, many thanks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keir Starmer's much-hyped defence investment plan has unravelled… and retired British Army Colonel Tim Collins OBE is still unimpressed. With nearly £5 billion unaccounted for, ammunition stockpiles at zero, and Type 45 destroyers that simply don't work, Britain's military is in crisis. Collins warns we are already at war in the cyber realm, that Poland and the Baltic states are watching Britain's retreat with alarm, and that conscription may now be inevitable.Also: two police officers face gross misconduct charges over the death of Henry Nowak — handcuffed as he lay dying whilst his killer was treated as the victim. A judge hands youth rehabilitation orders to teenage rapists who used a knife, filmed their crimes, and shared the footage. Grooming gang ringleader Shabbir Ahmed, convicted of 30 child rape offences, is due for release tomorrow — and the government appears powerless to deport him. And villagers in Shropshire discover that brand-new homes promised as social housing have been quietly earmarked for asylum seekers.Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM. Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle Dewberry is joined by Conservative MP David Reed and Reform UK Home Affairs Spokesman Zia Yusuf to respond to the Government's decision to house migrants in new-build Shropshire homes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The organic certification body, the Soil Association, is warning it may withdraw from the farmed salmon sector unless higher standards are met. The organisation says while current standards are being satisfied, that's not driving the improvments in the industry that they want to see. They cite high fish mortality, unacceptable levels of sea lice, and the use of harmful chemical treatments. The industry body says its salmon farmers are committed to the highest standards of fish welfare and environmental responsibility. As we take a closer look at soils all this week, today we meet two Sheffield university researchers who are investigating the properties of micorrhizal fungal networks, which bind together millions of micro organisms - the protection of which many see as the solution to soil health. And as the climate becomes more extreme, the management of water in farming will become more vital than ever. With this in mind, a pilot study has been taking place in Shropshire to assess how technology can help farmers pre-empt risks from flooding and drought. Scientists have even developed an app to give landowners a better idea of what they might face.Presented by Anna Hill and produced by Sally Challoner.

The Feathers Hotel, Ludlow, Shropshire. This 17th century coaching inn is not only famous for its Tudor beams and its history, it's also the home to a considerable amount of ghostly activity. A jealous woman hating spirit, the apparition of a man and his dog, and a scantily clad woman wearing nothing but clogs have been seen!!!https://search.brave.com/search?q=haunted+feathers+hotel&summary=1&conversation=093be0cff1d6e39691d6cad4a2c4ba53a9f5https://www.spookyisles.com/feathers-hotel-ludlow/https://www.hauntedrooms.co.uk/product/the-feathers-hotel-ludlow-shropshirehttps://hauntedisles.blogspot.com/2014/09/haunted-feathers-hotel-ludlow.html?m=1https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/feathers-hotel/https://pocklingtonhistory.com/archives/shopspubs/pubs/thefeathers/index.php

Welcome to you, if this is the first time tuning in to Shackbaggerly. We are Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who, if you're a fan of ‘'The Great British Bake Off,'' you'll probably remember Howard for his stolen custard!We met at a Food Festival twelve years ago, and fast became friends, and during lockdown, we began this podcast looking at old recipe books, and the wonderful quirky pages within.It's not all recipes, as Shackbaggerly does mean ‘anything loose and disorderly,' so there's daily happenings from where Howard is based in the Yorkshire city of Sheffield, and Katie near Ludlow, in rural Shropshire, often with a few smiles along the way. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, and feel the urge to leave a review or share a comment on social media, if it's spotted it, you will receive a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use. Also, exciting news, as Shackbaggerly is now on WhatsApp, so you can leave a voice message or written one on the burner phone 07902 835604. Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and there have been some wonderful oldest kitchen items that have been posted.You can also email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 10 July #foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends

What do you do when a capybara escapes into the Shropshire countryside? In this episode, ranger Rosie Holdsworth joins Will Dorrell, co-founder of Hoo Zoo in Telford, to uncover the remarkable story of Cinnamon, the runaway capybara, and the efforts to bring her home. They also discover how Cinnamon's adventure turned her into a global social media star.  Watch a video of this podcast on the National Trust's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nationaltrustcharity/podcasts    Production Host:  Rosie Holdsworth Producer: Jesus Gomez Albiach Sound: Jesus Gomez Albiach Contributor: Will Dorrell   For more info: Hoo Zoo is a fascinating wildlife park where your favourite animals are mixed alongside impressive life-sized dinosaurs in a unique and immersive setting. If you want to learn more about the park and its conservation and education projects, please visit  https://www.hoo-zoo.com/ Follow us on Instagram @wildtalesnt Follow Hoo Zoo on Instagram @hoozooanddinosaurworld If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk

In this episode of The MacVet Podcast, Fiona speaks with Dr Millie Preece, also known as “Dr Cheese”, about her journey to become an artisan cheesemaker, dairy scientist and entrepreneur. Millie shares how hands-on experience with a local cheesemaker sparked her fascination with the science and creativity of cheese, leading to research into how cheese affects emotion, a PhD on reduced-fat cheese, and the launch of her Shropshire-based cheese business, The Dairy Door. The conversation also explores the realities of building a local food brand, supporting young people into agricultural careers, Millie's role with the Society of Dairy Technology, and future themes for the dairy industry including digital technologies, sustainability, high-protein diets and stronger support for farmers. This episode highlights the importance of communication, connection and opportunity across agriculture, dairy technology and young people's career pathways. Links:The Dairy Door: https://thedairydoor.co.uk/National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs: https://www.nfyfc.org.uk/Society of Dairy Technology: https://www.sdt.org/pages/

In this episode, brought to you by Wesleyan Financial Services, Suki Singh, Area Manager for Practice Plan, speaks to Iain Stevenson, Head of Dental at Wesleyan Financial Services about the financial and legal impacts of moving to private practice, highlighting the importance of early planning, replacing NHS benefits, and having the right agreements and specialist advice in place. This podcast is for information only and does not constitute financial advice.   ‘WESLEYAN' is a trading name of the Wesleyan Group of companies. Wesleyan Assurance Society is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Advice is provided by Wesleyan Financial Services who is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is wholly owned by Wesleyan Assurance Society. Wesleyan Financial Services Ltd (Registered in England and Wales No. 1651212) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Office: Colmore Circus, Birmingham B4 6AR. Telephone: 0345 351 2352. Calls may be recorded to help us provide, monitor and improve our services to you. VAT number 487282114 Charges may apply. Learn more about our charges at wesleyan.co.uk/charges.   Practice Plan Limited (Registered in England and Wales No. 03089948) is a part of the Wesleyan Group. VAT number 864451119 Registered office: Cambrian Works, Gobowen Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1HS Telephone: 01691 684120. Website: www.practiceplan.co.uk. Practice Plan Limited is an introducer appointed representative of Wesleyan Financial Services Limited.

Clare meets Marlon Patrice for a walk up The Wrekin in Shropshire. Marlon is the founder of We Go Outside Too, a community organisation he created in Birmingham after the death of his 17 year old son who was killed by knife violence. In the aftermath of this loss, Marlon turned to nature as a way to cope with the overwhelming grief. He soon recognised how powerful these experiences could be for others who lacked access to green spaces. What began as a personal lifeline grew into the group he runs which takes people of colour into the outdoors.Clare met Marlon and his group in The Wrekin car park, postcode TF6 5BH. It's a famous hill in the region, so much so that ‘around the Wrekin' is a Midlands expression meaning ‘around the houses'. Joining them was Tanya Matthews who led the group in a silent-disco style warm up, and a breathwork meditation session on the summit.Presenter: Clare Balding Producer for BBC Studios: Karen Gregor

It's been 10 years since Jo Cox, the Labour MP for Batley and Spen, was murdered in broad daylight by a man who lived in her constituency, motivated by far-right extremism. That truly shocking event sparked a national conversation about the safety of our elected representatives, and the civility of our public discourse. During her lifetime, Jo's philosophy was that “we are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us” – a philosophy which led to the establishment of the Jo Cox Foundation after her death. Their CEO Olivia Field joins presenter Nuala McGovern, along with Alice Lilly, senior researcher at the Institute for Government, to discuss the impact of Jo's death and the safety of female politicians now. Actor Geraldine James is renowned for a host of roles in theatre and on screen, from her TV debut in The Sweeney five decades ago to Jewel in the Crown, Band of Gold, This Town, The Cage and comedy sketch show Little Britain to name a few. Now she's making her Chichester theatre debut in the stage premiere of the 2015 film 45 years, alongside Gabriel Byrne. The couple are about to celebrate 45 years of marriage, when news arrives in a letter from Switzerland about a woman's body that's been discovered in a melting glacier, sending shockwaves through their marriage. A new BBC podcast asks whether women are always safe on swinging websites. Swingers, an investigation from journalist Catrin Nye, explores serious concerns within the swinging community and asks if abuse can exist behind the language of sexual freedom. Nuala speaks to Catrin Nye and Rachel Horman Brown KC, a lawyer whose practice focuses on domestic abuse. The number of bookshops on our high streets has now grown to the highest number since 2012, with some of the rise being attributed to specialist genre shops fuelled by the surge in popularity for fantasy - and 'romantasy' - fiction. We hear from Amanda Logan who opened Ritual Reads in the town of Whitchurch, Shropshire, last November and says about 75% of her customers are women. Presented by: Nuala McGovern Produced by: Sarah Jane Griffiths

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who is still one of the most popular contestants from The Great British Bake Off.This episode, old recipe books will feature as always, plus daily happenings from where Howard is based in the Yorkshire city of Sheffield, and Katie near Ludlow, in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, and feel the urge to leave a review or share a comment on social media, if it's spotted it, you will receive a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use. Also, exciting news, as Shackbaggerly is now on WhatsApp, so you can leave a voice message or written one on the burner phone 07902 835604. Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and there have been some wonderful oldest kitchen items that have been posted.You can also email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 12 June#foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends

This live Cereals 2026 episode tackles one big question: with high input costs and mediocre grain prices will planting cereals this autumn be financially worthwhile? The discussion starts with markets and margins, including break-even wheat prices, grain carryover, milling wheat premiums and the risks of holding out for higher prices. Part Two looks at how growers can reduce risk through variety choice, BYDV resistance, hybrid wheat, yellow rust resilience and AHDB decision-support tools. Finally, we asks whether the public and politicians really understand farming — and how Clarkson’s Farm has changed the conversation about food security and farm profitability. Guests Andrew Williamson – Shropshire farmer and NFU Combinable Crops Board vice-chair Andrew Dewing – Dewing Grain chief executive and grain trader Clare Leaman – NIAB cereal variety specialist Sacha White – AHDB crop protection scientist Patrick Galbraith – Daily Telegraph rural affairs writer Charlie Ireland – Ceres Rural and adviser to Clarksons Farm George Badger – Ceres Rural and adviser to Clarksons Farm Chapters 00:00 – IntroductionLive from Cereals 2026 at Diddly Squat Farm. 01:15 – Are cereals still worth drilling?Andrew Williamson outlines the pressure on arable margins. 04:12 – Grain markets and break-even pricesAndrew Dewing assesses wheat values, cost of production and selling opportunities. 05:30 – Feed prices and livestock linksHugh Broom looks at what low grain prices mean for livestock producers. 09:04 – Fertiliser costs and possible supportThe NFU’s call for help if fertiliser prices spike. 11:44 – Feed wheat, milling wheat and riskLouise Impey and the panel discuss whether milling wheat still stacks up. 16:37 – Grain marketing strategyWhen should growers lock in prices for harvest 2026 and 2027? 19:20 – Growing a cost-effective cropClaire Lehman and Sasha White join the discussion. 20:10 – BYDV-resistant varietiesWhy barley is moving faster than wheat on BYDV tolerance. 21:30 – Hybrid wheatCould new hybrid wheat varieties change the market? 23:13 – Yellow rust resistanceHow breeders are responding to resistance breakdowns. 24:24 – AHDB’s new BYDV toolSasha White explains how the tool can help growers decide whether spraying is worthwhile. 28:28 – Decision support and SFI toolsHow AHDB is helping growers weigh up complex agronomic and business choices. 32:04 – Resilience over yieldWhy variety choice is increasingly about consistency and risk management. 34:45 – Does the public understand farming?Patrick Galbraith, Charlie Ireland and George Badger join the final panel. 35:52 – Telling farming stories in national mediaHow farming issues are explained to non-farming audiences. 37:17 – Behind the scenes at Diddly SquatWhat Clarkson’s Farm gets right about farming life. 42:27 – Food security and public awarenessWhy the link between shoppers and producers remains fragile. 44:32 – Reasons for optimismMixed farming, SFI, land opportunities and long-term business thinking. 49:09 – How farming is perceivedPatrick Galbraith on public sympathy, politics and why farming should keep pushing its case. This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker. We love to hear from you: - Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/ Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/ Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/ For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly To contact, sponsor or advertise on the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 297 of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Rob Daykin from Daykin Partnership, Shropshire farmer Tim Downes, event host and Leicestershire farmer Will Armitage and Dorset farmer Sophie Gregory, as well as podcast producer Becki Reay. They discuss the evolution of the organic dairy sector, and the upcoming organic dairy conference run by the Organic Dairy Round Table, taking place in Leicestershire next week. The Organic Dairy Roundtable has been key in bringing farmers, processors, and retailers together around a shared goal of promoting organic dairy. It creates space for open, honest discussions and constructive challenge. As chair Sophie Gregory highlights, the focus is on giving the sector a voice, direction and turning conversations into real action. The episode dives deep into the state of the organic dairy market, which has seen fluctuations over the years. Will Armitage explains how the Roundtable has helped the sector respond to market signals and make sure farmers are heard. A big theme throughout is the need for farmers to work together to tackle market challenges. No milk market update from Chris Walkland this week. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

A judgement from the High Court yesterday ruled that the Food Standards Agency has been 'unlawfully' charging abattoirs too much and that it wasn't transparent enough about what it was charging for. The ruling comes after a legal challenge by the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers.Developers of small-scale hydro-energy projects say the industry's missing out on investment because of a heavy focus on wind and solar. Scotland in particular has long been a pioneer of cheap hydro-electricity, but companies say the current contracts to supply power are squeezing them out of the market. All week we're hearing about the current challenges facing upland farmers right across the UK and how they're dealing with them. Farming in the hills can be an isolated, even lonely, business. But a group of farmers scattered across the uplands of Shropshire have joined forces to pool ideas.Presented by Caz Graham and produced by Beatrice Fenton.With thanks to British Pathé Archive.

Natasha helps Helen pack clothes ahead of moving to 5 The Green. Henry's become very organised, labelling all his boxes, whilst Jack is less helpful. They talk about the dairy and Helen's excitement over expanding her herd. Natasha confesses she's almost jealous of Helen's enthusiasm. Driving to Shropshire, Tom points out the irony of using the money from selling retired Tony's Anguses to buy Montey's from another retired farmer. Helen points out how they're saving money by not having to bring them over from France. They then admire the cows in the field and Helen tries to persuade Tom to buy the full herd of ten. Tom points out their mobile dairy would struggle to handle the extra cows and Helen reluctantly agrees to only buy the six they came for. Later, while chatting over a cup of tea, enthusiastic Natasha confesses she has a new business idea for Bridge Farm, to branch out into Botanicals and organic skincare. It could finance sending the twins to private school. Helen tells her to go for it, if that's what they want to do. When Rex catches Alice at The Stables, they agree neither wants to break up. Rex then apologises for what he said to Brian. Alice doesn't know the specifics, so Rex tells her everything. Recalling their fight on Sunday, Alice says she's inherited the Aldridge habit of lashing out. Rex admits to his own flaws and they agree to put it behind them, before Rex reveals his dad texted him, asking to meet Alice. Would she be up for that?

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, and it's another year on for the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who is still one of the most popular contestants mentioned off The Great British Bake Off.This episode, old recipe books will feature as always, plus daily happenings from where Howard is based in the Yorkshire city of Sheffield, and Katie near Ludlow, in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, and feel the urge to leave a review or share a comment on social media, if it's spotted it, you will receive a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use. Also, exciting news, as Shackbaggerly is now on WhatsApp, so you can leave a voice message or written one on the burner phone 07902 835604. Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and there have been some wonderful oldest kitchen items that have been posted.You can also email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 12 June#foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who is still one of the most popular contestants mentioned off The Great British Bake Off.This episode, old recipe books will feature as always, plus daily happenings from where Howard is based in the Yorkshire city of Sheffield, and Katie near Ludlow, in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, and feel the urge to leave a review or share a comment on social media, if it's spotted it, you will receive a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use. Also, exciting news, as Shackbaggerly is now on WhatsApp, so you can leave a voice message or written one on the burner phone 07902 835604. Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and our email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 22 May#foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends

The UK's environment watchdog has warned that regulations designed to reduce water pollution from agricultural sources in Northern Ireland, urgently need to be strengthened. The Office for Environmental Protection, or OEP, has examined Northern Ireland's Nutrients Action Programme and says its measures haven't done enough to improve water quality.Many students of farming get the opportunity to experience hands-on learning, with dairy, beef and arable. At Harper Adams University in Shropshire students not only get to learn how to tend a vineyard, but now they're able to drink their own wine, made with grapes from the University's vines. The first wines have just been released.Vets' organisations are calling for a ban on imports of eggs produced by caged hens, alongside a phasing out of the 'enriched colony' cages currently legal in the UK. The British Veterinary Association and British Veterinary Poultry Association are supporting the Government's plan to end the use of cage systems here - out for consultation earlier this year. The National Farmers Union warned the move would drive more imports, some produced using methods already illegal in the UK.Presenter: Anna Hill Producer: Sarah Swadling

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comAdrian is a journalist and an old friend. We arrived in America on the same plane in 1984 and spent the first few days together in the same hotel room. After more than 20 years writing for The Economist, he became the global business columnist for Bloomberg Opinion. He's the author of several books, including The Aristocracy of Talent, and the co-author of many more with John Micklethwait, including The Right Nation. Adrian's new book is The Revolutionary Center: The Lost Genius of Liberalism. It's a terrific tonic for a philosophy as vital as it is in eclipse.For two clips of the episode — on how Enlightenment ideas got corrupted, and Big Tech's threat to liberalism — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: raised in rural Shropshire; his parents both teachers; his dissertation on the 11-plus (an exam that changed my life); when IQ tests were a liberal cause; Luther and the Reformation; the religious civil wars leading to the Enlightenment; Hobbes as a proto-liberal; the humanism of Erasmus; Montesquieu and the spirit of liberalism; John Stuart Mill and utilitarianism; Isaiah Berlin and pluralism; Graham Wallas and the Great Society; Lippmann; Leo Strauss; Thatcherism; consumerism vs. self-improvement; meritocracy threatened by the left; Foucault's folly; the EU and managerial liberalism; Brooks' bobos; affirmative action and DEI; why liberal democracy in Iraq didn't work; Oakeshott; Schmitt and friend-enemy; Trump's stark illiberalism and neo-royalism; King Charles; Putin ushering in a strongman era; Biden's open borders; the migration crisis and Brexit; the buffoonish Boris; the struggling Starmer; high culture and other upsides to elitism; Abundance; Deneen and post-liberalism; and Europe stepping up for Ukraine.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. We have some real stars coming up: Ben Rhodes on Iran and speech-writing, Harvey Mansfield on modernity, HW Brands on the life of George Washington, John Gray on Trump's new world, Bob Wright on the evolutionary force of AI, Tiffany Jenkins on privacy in a liberal democracy, Jerusalem Demsas on the state of the left, Daniel McCarthy on conservatism, Stephen Grosz on the struggles of love, and Robby George on pretty much everything. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Adrianne Shropshire, host of The BlackPack radio show on KBLA Talk 1580 and executive director of the political organization BlackPAC, gives her analysis about trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Jeremy Corbyn MP is our guest on this May Day morning. Now an independent MP and the leader of Your Party, Jeremy has been in Westminster for 43 years - for 41 of those as a Labour MP. He was leader of Labour Party from 2015 to 2020, and fought two general elections in 2017 and 2019. He talks about this to Gyles in this episode, and about the bitter divisions and recriminations that followed the final defeat. He also talks about his childhood, growing up in Wiltshire and Shropshire, with free-thinking parents who encouraged him to make things and gave him a lot of freedom. He talks about being an academic under-achiever, his formative experiences with VSO in Jamaica as a teenager, and travelling in revolutionary South America. He talks about being awkward, his love of reading, and his continuing commitment to making the world a better place. Whatever your politics, we hope you find this an inspiring, interesting and illuminating listen with one of the longest-standing and most committed of our politicians. With our thanks to Jeremy Corbyn for his time, energy and conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who you may recognise from series 4 of the Great British Bake Off.This episode, we'll chat as always about old recipe books, as well as daily happenings from where Howard is based in a Yorkshire city, and Katie in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, we'd love it if you could kindly leave a comment and/or review, and please do keep spreading the word. Remember, if we spot you have done just that, we will send you a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use.Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and our email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 15 May#foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends#lighthearted

A new collaboration has been set up between scientists and the fishing industry in Cornwall, to integrate scientific research with the real experience of fishers. Assessing current fish stocks and how not to damage them, has often been a point of contention between the two, but now it's hoped that the Cornwall Fisheries Science Board will lead the way for a similar approach nationwide.All week we're taking a closer look at agro-forestry, today we visit a farm in Shropshire which has created silvo-pasture - growing trees on the pasture used by livestock. Tim Downes says the health of his 300 organic dairy cows has improved, since he planted willow trees and walnuts.Some potato farmers are struggling to find a market for their crop, one grower in Cambridgeshire is donating tonnes of spuds he can't sell to a food bank. It seems there is an over-supply of potatoes after a very successful growing season last year. It's not just in the UK but across Europe too. As war in the Middle East pushes up the cost of fuel, fertiliser and energy, will farmers bother planting potatoes this spring?Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Ken Shropshire, Strategic Advisor at SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory.Shropshire, a leading expert in sports business and law, shares insights from his 40-year career, including leadership lessons and the evolution of sports as a global industry. A Strategic Advisor at SeventySix Capital, he works with league executives and entrepreneurs navigating a rapidly changing landscape.Shropshire is Professor Emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and former CEO of the Global Sport Institute at Arizona State University. He has advised major sports organizations, authored books, and served on boards including Moelis & Company and the Jackie Robinson Museum.Chapters01:19 The Evolution of Sports Business Education05:34 Personal Journey in Sports and Law09:25 Influential Figures in Sports Leadership13:28 Leadership Lessons and Experiences15:50 Advising Entrepreneurs in Sports19:08 The Importance of Relationships in Sports23:59 Future of Athlete Education and InvestmentKen ShropshireLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-shropshire-wharton/

Today, we are going on an excursion to the Netherton Foundry workshop, nestled in the Shropshire countryside, to find out about spun iron cookware – something that was essentially extinct in this country until owners Neil and Sue Currie brought it back.Neil and Sue are very kindly sponsoring season 10 of The British Food History Podcast makers of high-quality kitchen and outdoor cookware. Netherton Foundry ships to several countries outside of the UK, including the USA and Canada. Visit www.netherton-foundry.co.uk to find out more about their wonderful products – approved not just by me but by folk such as Tom Parker-Bowles, Diana Henry and Nigella Lawson.We talk about designing the original range (and how the range increased), celebrity requests, why spun iron cookware lost out to aluminium cookware, croustade irons, and how Netherton Foundry cookware brings some extra authenticity to historical foods cooked at home, amongst many other things.Those listening to the secret podcast will hear about the pros and cons of working with copper, how Netherton Foundry go about seeking out their vintage machinery, how their stockpots came to be, their outdoor range, plus more.Netherton Foundry websiteFollow Netherton Foundry on social media: Insta/threads @nethertonfoundry; BlueSky @nethertonfoundry.bsky.social; Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NethertonFoundryIf you can, support the podcast and blogs by becoming a £3 monthly subscriber, and unlock lots of premium content, including bonus blog posts and recipes, access to the easter eggs and the secret podcast, or treat me to a one-off virtual pint or coffee: click here.This episode was mixed and engineered by Thomas Ntinas of the Delicious Legacy podcast.Things mentioned in today's episodeNF Bread Pan with ClocheNF Prospector PansNF Chef's PansVal Stones' Baking SheetNF Croustade IronsNF FlambadouNF Outdoor Cookery RangeVideo: spinning ironVideo: Sue using the croustade ironMana RestaurantFrom the Oven to the Table by Diana HenryRepast and the tiffin tin Jenny LinfordPrevious pertinent blog postsToad-in-the-holeYorkshire Curd TartFour Scone RecipesNeil's blogs and YouTube channel:‘British Food: a History'The British Food History Channel‘Neil Cooks Grigson'Neil's books:Before Mrs Beeton: Elizabeth Raffald, England's Most Influential HousekeeperA Dark History of SugarKnead to Know: a History of BakingThe Philosophy of PuddingsDon't forget, there will be postbag episodes in the future, so if you have any questions or queries about today's episode, or indeed any episode, or have a question about the history of British food please email me at neil@britishfoodhistory.com, or on twitter and BlueSky @neilbuttery, or Instagram and Threads dr_neil_buttery. My DMs are open.You can also join the British Food: a History Facebook discussion page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/britishfoodhistoryMentioned in this episode:A is for Apple Season C has begun!Join Neil Buttery, Sam Bilton and Alessandra Pino for their journey through the letter C on 'A is for Apple: An Encyclopaedia of Food & Drink'. Available wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who you may recognise from series 4 of the Great British Bake Off.This episode, we'll chat as always about old recipe books, as well as daily happenings from where Howard is based in a Yorkshire city, and Katie in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, we'd love it if you could kindly leave a comment and/or review, and please do keep spreading the word. Remember, if we spot you have done just that, we will send you a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use.Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and our email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 1 May #foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends#lighthearted

THIS IS PART TWO OF TWO. On Wednesday 21st of March 1984, 79-year-old Hilda Murrell of Shropshire was attacked in her own home by an unseen assailant. Double killer, David McKenzie had already been convicted of the murders of 76-year-old widow Barbara Pinder in 1984 in Battersea and 86-year-old widow Henrietta Osbourne in Chelsea, which had similar hallmarks. McKenzie had confessed to HIlda's murder and several others. But was he a serial killer? Location (Hilda's): Ravenscroft, 52 Sutton Road, Shrewsbuty, SY2, UK, Date: Wednesday 21st of March 1984Victims: Hilda MurrellCulprit: Andrew GeorgeSeven time nominated at the True Crime Awards, Independent Podcast Awards and the British Podcast Awards, Murder Mile is one of the best UK / British true crime podcasts covering only 20 square miles of West London. It is researched, written and performed by Michael of Murder Mile UK True Crime Podcast with the main musical themes written and performed by Erik Stein and Jon Boux of Cult With No Name and additional music, as used under the Creative Commons License 4.0. A full listing of tracks used and a full transcript for each episode is listed here and a legal disclaimer.Follow me on SOCIAL MEDIA · Instagram· FaceBook· ThreadsSUBSCRIBE via PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/murdermile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailThe International Egg Foundation is building an infrastructure of hope across nutritionally disadvantaged regions — and the humble egg is at the center of it.When a teacher reported her students were getting loud, wild, and "naughty" after a school started serving eggs, that complaint was actually proof something was finally working. Children who'd been running on empty now had enough protein to act like kids again.In this episode, Brandon Mulnix sits down with Cassy Price, the first dedicated staff member of the International Egg Foundation (IEF), to unpack how the global egg industry is building sustainable 400 to 1,000-bird farms that turn parents into entrepreneurs while feeding children who need it most.In this episode:The naughty kids story — what a teacher's complaint revealed about nutrition and energyHow IEF builds 400 to 1,000-bird farms that create local entrepreneurs and feed school programsThe Honduras First 1,000 Days of Life program — and how one 400-bird barn became a 3,000-hen operationThe Eswatini breakthrough: hard-boiled eggs preserved for 30 days without refrigeration in extreme heatHow younger leaders and employees can plug into meaningful philanthropy through the egg industryAbout Cassy Price: Cassy Price is the first dedicated staff member of the International Egg Foundation, based in Shropshire, England. She transitioned from the International Egg Commission to lead IEF full time in 2022 and oversees programs across 10 countries.Resources:Cassy Price on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassy-price-98a8b153/International Egg Foundation: https://internationaleggfoundation.orgPrism Controls — farm automation and controls technology for poultry producers: https://www.prismcontrols.com?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=poultry_leadership&utm_content=ep46The Poultry Leadership Podcast is hosted by Brandon Mulnix, Director of Sales and Marketing at Prism Controls. New episodes every Wednesday.Prism ControlsPrism Controls — Farm automation & controls technology for poultry producers. 45 years of expertise.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Hosted by Brandon Mulnix - Director of Sales - Prism ControlsThe Poultry Leadership Podcast is only possible because of its sponsor, Prism ControlsFind out more about them at www.prismcontrols.com

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who you may recognise from series 4 of the Great British Bake Off.This episode, we'll chat as always about old recipe books, as well as daily happenings from where Howard is based in a Yorkshire city, and Katie in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, we'd love it if you could kindly leave a comment and/or review, and please do keep spreading the word. Remember, if we spot you have done just that, we will send you a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use.Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and our email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 10 April #foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends#lighthearted

Adrianne Shropshire, host of The BlackPack radio show on KBLA Talk 1580 and Executive Director of the political organization BlackPAC, joins Tavis in studio to give her analysis about the USC debate controversy and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In this week's episode photographer Perry Ogden takes on our 'Proust Photo Quiz'. The Proust Questionnaire is a set of questions answered by the French writer Marcel Proust. Proust answered the questionnaire in a confession album, a form of parlour game popular at the end of the 1890s. The album, titled An Album to Record Thoughts, Feelings, etc. was found in 1924 and published in the French literary journal Les Cahiers du Mois. Our 'Proust Photo Quiz' is an adaption of the original text. Perry Ogden Perry Ogden was born in Shropshire, England, grew up in London and now lives in Dublin, Ireland. His photographs have appeared in countless magazines worldwide including Italian Vogue, Luomo Vogue, British Vogue, W, The Face and Arena. He has photographed advertising campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Chloe and Calvin Klein amongst many others. These have supplemented his personal projects including his Pony Kids body of work, which was published by Jonathan Cape/Aperture in 1999. His photographs of the artist Francis Bacon's studio,7 Reece Mews, were published by Thames and Hudson in 2001 and exhibited widely at galleries and museums including The Hugh Lane in Dublin, the Fondation Beyeler in Basle and the Fondation van Gogh in Arles. His first film Pavee Lackeen (The Traveller Girl) premiered in 2005 and won numerous awards around the world including the Satyajit Ray award for Best First Film at the London Film Festival and the Irish Film & Television Award for Best Film. Exhibitions of his work since 2010 include: Inspiration at the Sebastian Guinness Gallery, Dublin, 2010. Twenty at the Irish Museum of Modern Art in 2011, a group show celebrating the first twenty-years of the museum and Reined In, 2020, at The National Gallery of Ireland. Ogden's most recent book Paddy & Liam documenting two Traveller brothers Paddy and Liam Doran was published in 2018. In 2019 his 16 minute film FÍ made for the Design and Craft Council of Ireland was screened in Dublin, Paris, Tokyo and New York. A film about Perry's work Skin & Soul:The Life and Work of Perry Ogden was premiered at the Dublin International Film Festival in March 2020. www.perryogden.com and www.ifiinternational.ie/film/skin-soul/ Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8 magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006), Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012) and Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories (Orphans Publishing 2024). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. © Grant Scott 2026

Dotun and Tim are joined by Mark Meadows in Berlin to discuss relegation fears, the shape of the World Cup to come and just how much was a shilling worth? Plus, it's a shirtname delayed, not shirtname denied for Mel in Shropshire.

The moment we entered Shelve Wood we knew it was a perfect place to record. Shropshire is sparsely populated. There's only one B road in the Shelve Wood area. The country lanes carry little traffic, and on the day we were on-location the skies were very often empty of aircraft. These qualities are highly valuable because they allow the delicate natural sound in the environment to reach your eardrums unaffected. Hearing the leaves of one city tree hushing in the wind is a nice thing to experience, but hearing thousands of trees all murmuring together across a huge reverberant natural space is an aural experience that brings nature connection on a completely different level. Shelve Wood is a forest of diverse flora and fauna with mixed fir and deciduous trees. The ecosystem extends over approximately five hundred acres. The ground beneath the trees is intensely absorbent to sound, layer upon layer of fallen pine needles and leaves that must have lain untrodden by the feet of anything larger than the smallest of woodland creatures for decades. It's the physical properties of the trees, their solid trunks, their branches and complex leaf systems that convert the energy of the wind into hearable sound, and over distance form resonant spaces that catch and amplify the calls of the birds. * We made this recording in May 2025. the Lento box recorded within this location alone and non-stop for twelve hours. This one hour segment captures the dawn chorus just after sunrise. At 20 minutes a blackbird sings high up in the tree holding the microphones. Ear-witnessing this at such closeness is only possible using microphones recording alone. Later in the segment a cuckoo enters the forest to mid-left of scene. Capturing the sound of a cuckoo is something that seems almost miraculous to us, although we have noticed over the six years we've been making recordings to share via Radio Lento that hearing cuckoos is not as unusual as we had previously thought. Nonetheless actually capturing the echoing calls of the cuckoo in a reverberant forest at close range and over a long period of time has never been something we have ever been able to achieve, until now. So we thank this cuckoo for singing so sonorously, and for helping us to mark six years of Lento. ** Thank you for listening and for all your support. Every time we tie the Lento box to a tree and press record we think of you the listener, and how through the Lento mics you can be transported through your ears into these richly detailed natural places. *** It's Lento's 6th birthday next weekend. Celebrate by buying us a birthday coffee? 

Welcome to Shackbaggerly, the podcast from good friends, Katie Johnson and Howard Middleton, who you may recognise from series 4 of the Great British Bake Off, although according to AI, Katie was on the programme as well! This episode, we'll chat as always about old recipe books, as well as daily happenings up in Howard's home of Yorkshire, and Katie's home in rural Shropshire. If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, we'd love it if you could kindly leave a comment and/or review, and please do keep spreading the word. Remember, if we spot you have done just that, we will send you a ‘SAG' (Shackbaggerly Ambassador Gal/Geezer) logo for you to use.Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and our email: podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk Until the next time, Katie & Howard xSee you again next time, on Friday 3 April #foodpodcast#podcast#culinaryhistory#foodhistory#easylistening#humour #conversation #friends#lighthearted

Lynn Mann is a British author with a long-standing involvement with horses, both personally and professionally. She was inspired to write her first book, The Horses Know, as a result of many years spent in the company of her very special blue-eyed, paint mare, Pie, and then found herself unable to stop writing until she had published another 13. She lives in Shropshire, England, with her husband and dog, and when she isn't writing, she loves to hike in the Shropshire hills.Website: www.lynnmann.co.ukFacebook: www.Facebook.com/lynnmann.authorSend a textSupport the showCan't get enough of the Journey On Podcast & it's guests? Here are two more ways to engage with them. Find exclusive educational content from previous podcast guests which include webinars, course and more: https://courses.warwickschiller.com If you want to meet your favorite podcast guest in person, you can attend our annual Journey On Podcast Summit either in person or via live stream: https://summit.warwickschiller.com Become a Patreon Member today! Get access to podcast bonus segments, ask questions to podcast guests, and even suggest future podcast guests while supporting Warwick: https://www.patreon.com/journeyonpodcastWarwick has over 900 Online Training Videos that are designed to create a relaxed, connected, and skilled equine partner. Start your horse training journey today!https://videos.warwickschiller.com/Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WarwickschillerfanpageWatch hundreds of free Youtube Videos: https://www.youtube.com/warwickschillerFollow us on Instagram: @warwickschiller

When a devastating fire consumed the lives of an affluent British family, suspicions arose, pointing fingers at those who knew business tycoon Chris Foster and may have wanted him dead. As detectives sifted through the ashes and debris, they uncovered even more secrets buried within the Shropshire mansion. From hidden affairs and financial troubles to long-buried grudges and shattered dreams, investigators didn't know which direction to look in next until the killer was revealed in the family's own CCTV footage.Get commercial free access to over a decade of Sword and Scale's true crime podcasts at http://swordandscale.com