Podcast appearances and mentions of simon mason

With the summer holidays almost here, for many finding a spot in the shade and a good book is the best way to spend an afternoon. But what to read? Kate De Goldi is one of New Zealand's most celebrated authors, an Arts Foundation Laureate, and a voracious reader. She shares her recommendations for the summer. The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller; Sceptre, UK Theory & Practice by Michelle de Kretser; Text Publishing, Australia The Case of the Lonely Accountant by Simon Mason; RiverRun, UK Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright; an animal poem for every day of the year, selected by Fiona Waters, illustrated by Betta Teckentrup The Thames and Tide Club: The Secret City, by Katya Balen, Bloomsbury, UK

This week on Dopey! We have Simon Mason, an author, recovery coach and a shadowy figure of the Britpop scene of the 1990s. whose life story is a whirlwind of rock 'n' roll excess, devastating addiction, and eventual redemption. Known as the "Cat in the Hat," Simon was a dealer to Oasis and other legendary bands, a firsthand witness to the cultural explosion of the era—and a victim of his own spiraling heroin addiction. PLUS! A butt related voicemail, emails and much much more on a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey Show!   Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dopey West Tix: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 FROM AI:

In this insightful episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, host Etienne Nichols is joined by Simon Mason, President of NEST (National Evaluation System for Health Technology), to explore how real-world evidence (RWE) is shaping the future of medical device regulation. Simon breaks down NEST's critical role in catalyzing the use of RWE to streamline submissions, accelerate time-to-market, and lower costs for MedTech companies. With a focus on post-market data, off-label use, and pivotal test cases like pediatric devices and robotic surgery, this conversation reveals the immense potential of RWE to improve patient outcomes and advance medical innovation. Simon also touches on the evolution of NEST since its creation under the FDA's MDUFA commitment and provides real-world examples of how RWE has led to FDA clearances, including collaborations with industry giants like Johnson & Johnson and Intuitive Surgical.Key Timestamps:[00:02:05] – Introduction to Simon Mason and NEST's mission.[00:06:30] – The importance of real-world evidence in medical device submissions.[00:10:50] – NEST's relationship with FDA and industry stakeholders.[00:18:25] – Real-world examples: How RWE led to device clearances.[00:25:10] – Challenges in using real-world data for submissions.[00:32:45] – NEST's role in pediatric devices and the potential for off-label approvals.[00:38:30] – The financial and time-saving benefits of using real-world evidence.[00:50:00] – How companies can engage with NEST to accelerate device approvals.Quotes:Simon Mason: “Real-world evidence has the potential to accelerate device approval and save millions in clinical trial costs. It's all about leveraging existing data to support regulatory submissions.”Etienne Nichols: "The opportunity to use off-label real-world data to expand indications opens a whole new world of innovation for MedTech companies."Simon Mason: “Speed is everything in business and in patient care. RWE is all about moving faster while maintaining safety and effectiveness.”Key Takeaways:Latest MedTech Trends:Real-World Evidence (RWE) Revolution: RWE is transforming regulatory pathways by utilizing data already being collected in real-world settings, reducing the need for costly clinical trials.Off-Label Use for Approvals: NEST is helping companies harness off-label data, particularly in pediatric and robotic surgery, to expand product indications.FDA Collaboration: NEST serves as a bridge between the FDA and industry, simplifying the regulatory process for device companies.Practical Tips for MedTech Innovators:Engage Early: Medical device companies should consider engaging with NEST early in their product lifecycle to identify potential RWE opportunities.Data Accessibility: Companies should explore existing registries or datasets that could support their submissions, saving time and resources.Clear Project Goals: When approaching NEST, companies should have a clear understanding of their product claims and the available data to support them.Questions for Future Development:How will the widespread adoption of RWE change the landscape for early-stage MedTech startups?Can RWE become the default pathway for medical device approvals, replacing traditional clinical trials?What role will AI play in streamlining data collection and analysis for real-world evidence?References:

We have a very special guest on today's show the one and only 'Long Arm of the Law' Simon Mason, Commentator extraordinaire as well as being an ex GB & England International Goalkeeper and if that wasn't enough he has also been a 3 time Olympian as well taking part in the 1996, 2000 and 2004 Olympics in his international playing career. Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraiser you can find the link on our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for future podcasts, we would love to hear from you... talkhockeyradio@hotmail.com This Podcast is a legacy of Peter Savage who was the original founder of Talk Hockey Radio. Est 2006 (This could be one of the longest/oldest established Hockey Podcast in the world. #fieldhockey #paris2024 #olympics #hockeyinvites #olympichockey

In this episode, Simon Mason at NEST and Duane Mancini discuss the NEST program with the FDA, real-world evidence and so much more.

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Those who failed to fill out the 2023 census will not be prosecuted, due to an error by Stats NZ.  The agency says it generally prosecutes up to 60 people for refusing to take part, encouraging others to do the same, or threatening census staff.  Deputy Government Statistician Simon Mason told Mike Hosking that they're following legal advice after realising they hadn't met all the requirements of the Data and Statistics Act.  He says they decided not to prosecute as they didn't feel it was right to try to force prosecutions through the court.  Mason says this decision won't affect the quality of the data.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Simon Mason singer/songwriter with The Hightown Pirates. we talk to Simon about his Music, Oasis, Knebworth and sobriety a real interesting and in depth conversation!you can find Simon here -https://www.instagram.com/hightownpirates/If you liked what you heard please follow, like and share.you can find us here https://linktr.ee/themagicmodCreditsBen Taylor - The Magic ModGuest - Simon MasonIntro music | Da Magic Mod - G-MENProduction - Adam Payne(this was a live recording)Sponsored by The Coffee Mod - www.thecoffeemod.com MAGICMOD15

Simon Mason spent the 90s rubbing shoulders, partying, and serving-up drugs with rock n roll royalty in the height of the Britpop era.From his dealings with Oasis, to his catastrophic downfall at the hands of heroin, Simon is a living and breathing warning of the destructive power of addiction, and the path to recovery.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Simon Mason, a former British Olympic hockey goalkeeper and Managing Director at Mercian Sports Company. Simon served as the president of the England hockey board from 2010 to 2013 and presently works as a sports commentator while also being a member of the executive board for the European Hockey Federation.Aside from being a high-achieving triple Olympian, Simon joined the company straight out of university. His firm, Mercian Sports, is a specialist field hockey equipment company that has remained at the forefront of product development, offering unwavering support to players throughout multiple Olympic games & World Cups, and even assisting beginners with their very first sticks.Tune in to learn more about:What Simon considers the pinnacle of his hockey careerThe two stories that hugely influenced his sporting careerHow he managed to strike a balance between his hockey pursuits and academic prowessWhy he opted to do his best on his last roll of the diceThe importance of putting yourself out there to grasp the opportunities around youThe struggles he faced when retiring from elite sports and how he handled themInsights from running Mercian sports for 25 yearsand so much more! Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check outwww.2ndwind.io  Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-mason-64b45419/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonmasonGB?paipv=0&eav=AfYxpwqndQz29TBdEtgHZ1Bi0wTrNw8XzX3M3MbKSjz-wPtKhCynP4l6JGwkB9CD9Kk&_rdrWebsite: https://mercianhockey.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercianhockey/?hl=en

The return period for the final census forms ends today, and so far more than 4.5 million forms have been returned. That's an individual return rate of 89% nationally, with rates of 74% and 79% for Maori and Pasifika respectively. Statistics Minister Deborah Russell is calling it a win, despite falling just short of the 90 percent return target. Simon Mason is the Deputy Government Statistician and Deputy Chief Executive Census and Collection Operations. He spoke to Corin Dann this morning.

Despite the millions spend on advertising, free rugby league tickets and food vouchers, more than 10 percent of the population still hasn't completed this year's Census. For Maori and Pasifika, about one in four are yet to fill out their forms. After a disastrous 2018 Census, hopes were high mistakes couldn't be repeated. Susie speaks to Maori demographer Professor Tahu Kukutai and Stats NZ deputy chief statistician Simon Mason.

Simon Mason shouldn't be alive. Drop out, drug dealer, addict. He thought he was living the life as a drug dealer to the biggest bands in Britpop (Oasis) it took him ten years and multiple treatment and detox stays to get sober. Simon shares his tales and how music saved his life.   To learn more, visit the show notes.

Stats NZ has been giving away free Warriors tickets and food vouchers to coax people into completing the Census. But it cannot say exactly how much it has spent on incentives as the deadline to fill out the forms approaches. Its target is 90 percent of the population, but the completion rate is currently only 86 percent - about 4.5 million people. The deadline is looming this Wednesday. Census and collections operations deputy chief executive Simon Mason believes there some distrust around filling out the forms.

A concession from Census officials: they will have to switch from the carrot to the stick. Stats NZ is handing out food vouchers and free Warriors tickets to encourage those yet to complete their forms, to do so. So far 4.4 million people have returned their papers. Deputy Government Statistician Simon Mason told Kerre Woodham he's got no desire to prosecute people, but it may come to that. He says they will probably end up prosecuting a small group of society who continually refuse to do the Census. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent survey of jobs in UAE and hiring trends suggests that every 7 out of 10 firms in the UAE, meaning 70% of the UAE firms, are planning to recruit a new employee based on their skill set and qualifications. Based on the same survey, around 50% of organizations hire foreign immigrants. The UAE firms have been increasing their salaries to attract more skilled immigrants. 86% of the working professionals have a positive career outlook for the next 5 years. Simon Mason is the COO for Writer Relocations and spoke to Kitch and Neeil about: What is the UAE is in an attractive position for CEO's to relocateThe main reason a relocation fail, isn't to do with a CEO's role in the workplace, it's outside factors.https://www.writerrelocations.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yesterday was the official Census day - but how many of us will actually have been counted? Just two million census forms had been received by Stats NZ by 9.30 last night. The 2018 Census had the lowest response in 50 years and prompted an independent inquiry into whether too much reliance was placed on people filling it in online. This year's census has had its own challenge in the form of Cyclone Gabrielle, with affected areas given an extension of up to eight weeks. Kathryn speaks with Simon Mason, Deputy Government Statistician and Census and Collection Operations deputy chief executive. Also Professor Tahu Kukutai from Te Ngira: Institute for Population Research at the University of Waikato.

Only about 1 million census forms have been filled out ahead of the official Census night - Tuesday 7 March. Data from the survey is used by the government and other agencies to form policies, provide resources and address social issues. But it comes at time when large parts of the country are in complete turmoil. Deputy chief executive census and collection operations Simon Mason talks to Lisa Owen.

It's census day and the count of all the people in New Zealand is underway. National census day has been extended by up to eight weeks for areas pummelled by the recent cyclone, but that's not the only striking difference between this year's survey previous ones, with new questions about sexuality, gender and iwi affiliations. Stats NZ deputy government statistician Simon Mason spoke to Corin Dann.

Everyone staying in New Zealand tonight, aside from those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle, are legally required to complete their Census forms today.  As of this morning, more than 1.4 million people have returned an Individual Form. The Census collection period for the affected areas has been extended until June first. Stats NZ Deputy Chief Executive Simon Mason told Mike Hosking they're working on a bespoke community focused response. He says they don't want those in the process of pulling their lives back together to have Census on their minds. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mammoth task of counting all the people in New Zealand will go ahead one week from now. March the 7th is the national census day, but there is an extension by up to eight weeks for areas affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. Stats NZ deputy government statistician Simon Mason spoke to Kim Hill.  

On this episode we have contributions from Claire, Debbie, Sue & David about books they are reading. I interview Georgina Moore about her book “The Garnett Girls”, I interview Katy Brent about her book “How to Kill Men and Get Away With It” and also interview Simon Mason about his book “The Broken Afternoon”. I also review “The Forcing” by Paul E Hardisty and “The Last Day” by Andrew Hunter Murray.You can now contribute to the podcast! Leave your bookish thoughts and recommendations at: https://www.speakpipe.com/QBR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Census day is just over two weeks away and official say it will go ahead, despite the devastation wrought by Cyclone Gabrielle. Stats NZ says it is working closely with NEMA and other government agencies to understand the impacts on the North Island and will make further decisions about census operations accordingly. Simon Mason is Deputy Government Statistician and Census and Collection Operations deputy chief executive.

SIMON MASON chats to Paul Burke about his new novel A BROKEN AFTERNOON, Oxford, Morse, publishing and THE BROKEN AFTERNOON: A DI RYAN WILKINS MYSTERYA SHOCKING DISAPPEARANCEA four-year-old girl goes missing in plain sight outside her nursery in Oxford, a middle-class, affluent area,her mother only a stones-throw away.A TRIGGERING RESPONSERyan Wilkins, one of the youngest ever Detective Inspectors in the Thames Valley force, dishonourably discharged three months ago, watches his former partner DI Ray Wilkins deliver a press conference, confirming a lead.A DARK WEBRay begins to delve deeper, unearthing an underground network of criminal forces in the local area. But while Ray's investigation stalls Ryan brings his unique talents to unofficial and quite illegal inquiries which will bring him into a confrontation with the very officials who have thrown him out of the force.SIMON MASON has pursued parallel careers as a publisher and an author, whose YA crime novels Running Girl, Kid Got Shot and Hey, Sherlock! feature the sixteen-year-old slacker genius Garvie Smith. A former Managing Director of David Fickling Books, where he worked with many wonderful writers, including Philip Pullman, he has also taught at Oxford Brookes University and is currently a Royal Literary Fund Fellow at Exeter College, Oxford. At first he wrote books for adults, then books for children, which grew up at roughly the same rate his own children grew up, and now he is back writing books for adults again. He has written a work of non-fiction, The Rough Guide to Classic Novels. His novels have been shortlisted for a number of awards, including the Branford Boase Prize for Best First Children's Novel, the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize, the Costa Prize for Best Children's Book, and have won the Betty Trask for Best First Novel and the Crimefest Prize for Best YA Crime Novel.Recommendations Annie Ernaux The Years (trans. Alison L Strayer)  & Simple Passion (trans. Tanya Leslie)Produced by Junkyard DogMusic courtesy of Southgate and LeighCrime TimePaul Burke writes for Crime Time, Crime Fiction Lover and the European Literature Network. He is also a CWA Historical Dagger Judge 2022 .Produced by Junkyard DogMusic courtesy of Southgate and LeighCrime TimeCrime Time FM is the official podcast ofGwyl Crime Cymru Festival 2023CrimeFest 2023&CWA Daggers 2023

“What I trust is if my stories are not so much plot driven but character driven, then the possibilities are endless”. Crime is a genre we all know and love. But what are the perfect ingredients for crafting a crime story that keeps you coming back for more - that stokes the desire to return for a whole series of novels? Well, if you want the recipe, look no further than Simon Mason. He's the author of ‘A Killing in November' and ‘The Broken Afternoon', two novels in the DI Wilkins series - an incredible universe he's begun to unleash on the world. In this episode we find out why Simon always thinks of character first, before plot - and we discover why his novels have been labelled “Morse for the 2020s”. In this episode, you will learn: Why you should search for opportunities for dramatic conflict when first drawing your cast of characters. Why it's ok to write in a setting already familiar to readers of your genre. How rage and anger can be a powerful motivation to write. Find out more about Simon here. Your host is inkjockey founder Mark Heywood. Behind The Spine is an inkjockey production, and the audio accompaniment to The Writing Salon. Sign up to the newsletter here. You can buy copies of our anthology series here.  You can view the full transcript here. Connect with the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthespinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BehindTheSpine Twitter: https://twitter.com/BehindTheSpine Website: www.behindthespine.co.uk

Dom Nolan sits in the co-host chair tonight as the Blood Brothers chat with Simon Mason, author of A Killing In November, a new crime series set in Oxford. 

Simon talks us being born and brought up on the Wirral and how he was introduced to rugby. We hear how his life and rugby developed as he did on and off the field. Simon shares his fondest memories from a very successful career with some huge clubs and international recognition.

Simon Mason is the definition of an Ulster legend. An unflappable presence at fullback and peerless goal-kicker, he hit a playing peak on the province's journey to European triumph in 1999. Simon discusses his journey to playing for Ulster and Ireland, what made the legendary '99 squad so special and his obsession with kicking which made him one of the most faultless goal-kickers in Europe in his prime. Really enjoyed this chat with Simon and I hope you enjoy listening.

You might remember listening to short wave radio during the Cold War and coming across weird transmissions of metallic voices reciting random groups of numbers through the ether.  These are number stations, shortwave radio stations characterised by broadcasts of formatted numbers, which were being sent to spies operating in foreign countries.Number stations were used widely during the Cold War and we speak with Jo Reggelt of ShortwaveNumbers.com. Jo has been working with Simon Mason who was a founding member of ENIGMA, launched in the 80s after identifying several of these stations.We discuss in detail the operations behind the transmissions and the stations themselves. You will hear some sample transmissions, including one drunken Stasi officers serenading their agents after the opening of the Wall.We also detail a UK spy case that centred on capturing an agent red-handed listening to a numbers station.There's further information including links,  audio samples and books here. https://coldwarconversations.com/episode239/Now if you think there is a vast army of research assistants, audio engineers and producers putting together this podcast you'd be wrong. This podcast relies on your support to enable me to continue to capture these incredible stories and make them available to everyone for free.If you'd like to help to preserve Cold War history and enable me to continue to produce this podcast you can via one-off or monthly donations.Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/ for more details.Do join our Facebook discussion group where the cold war conversation continues between episodes. Just search Cold War Conversations in Facebook.I am delighted to welcome Jo Reggelt to our Cold War conversation…Jo's website is here https://www.shortwavenumbers.com/Thank you very much for listening. It is really appreciatedFollow us on Twitter here https://twitter.com/ColdWarPodFacebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/coldwarpod/Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/coldwarconversations/Support the show

Welcome back to Time For Heroes Podcast, Episode 25 is with Simon MasonKnown as The Cat In The Hat or The Rock N Roll Doctor, Simon was the man that sourced class A's for most of Britpop's stars, we spoke about how this spiralled into 2 decades of addiction before getting himself clean, writing a book and forming a band!We also spoke about his latest venture and how we might be seeing him at Brixton Academy very soon!And as always Simon picked his heroes to come for dinner.Check out Simon below:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6PsObyR9GrVY59JYXqETMg?si=9eNbik07TxS7TVntBfvUlQhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Too-High-Far-Soon-Dubious/dp/1780576315https://hightownpirates.substack.com/?fbclid=IwAR2DPA0sa2cpW68X7DN3StJZWdCKrRZV4srnyrDP3Afd9Bx0MAofnaBLnkAAnd you can get in touch with me here:https://www.facebook.com/timeforheroespodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/timetimeforheroespod@gmail.comThe Facebook page is up now and that will be the best way to engage with the podcast, if you can find the time please share and invite as many of your friends and family as you can! Time For Heroes is written, produced and presented by Martin MorelMusic by The Young Hips, check them out here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0wnBIA2KIwgNjCQPB6RY6h?si=Rd3wMJl5TImhlNDr9Wt3Yw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Mason – Riverrun – £14.99 A beautiful girl is strangled in the Provost's lodge in an Oxford College while the college is shmoozing a billionaire Emirati. It is a situation which calls for delicate handling, so it is perhaps a shame that new DI Wilkins is sent by mistake to take charge of the investigation. A town and gown setting. An odd couple detective partnership. A gratifying cast of suspects. And more twists and turnings than you could shake a Porter's Lodge at. Simon Mason has kicked off his new police procedural series with a swagger. A Killing In November is his first crime novel, having previously written adult … Continue reading →

I interview Sarah Bonner about the book “Her Perfect Twin” and review “A Killing in November” by Simon Mason, “Opal Country” by Chris Hammer, “Big Panda and Tiny Dragon” by James Norbury and “The Last House on the Street” by Diane Chamberlain. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

HEADS TOGETHER - the monthly magazine show on CRIME TIME FM. PAUL, VICTORIA and BARRY discuss the Crime Time FM WATCHLIST, the latest podcasts, January 2022 releases, book-to-film-to-book?, TV adaptations of favourite detectives, these extraordinary times for crime fiction and the little fella...PAUL BURKE writes about crime fiction for Crime Fiction Lover, NB Magazine, Crime Time and the European Literature Network.VICTORIA SELMAN is the bestselling author of the Ziba MacKenzie series killer thrillers. Her new thriller Truly, Darkly, Deeply will be published in 2022.BARRY FORSHAW is the editor of Crime Time, author of several books on film and crime fiction and the FT Crime Fiction Critic.The Watchlist:Dolphin Junction - Mick HerronVine Street - Dominic NolanThe Killing Hills - Chris OffuttThe Night Will be Long - Santiago Gamboa trans. Andrea RosenbergA Three Dog Problem SJ BennettTurf Wars Olivier Norek trans. Nick CaistorJanuary 2022 Crime Fiction:Theo Clare, Simon Mason, Amen Alonge, CS Robertson, Dean Koonz, Louise Welsh, Matt Wesolowski & David Gilman.Produced by JUNKYARD DOGMusic courtesy of Southgate & LeighCrime Time

Simon Mason joins us from Margate to share a range of deep life experiences from addiction to sexual abuse. He shares stories from his time being around Oasis in the 90s, his friendship with Peter Doherty and looks ahead to touring the UK with his own act, Hightown Pirates. 

Hockey Dream Team is the twelfth season of the Half Court Press Podcast. In this series we hear from a variety of members of the global hockey community, including players, coaches, umpires and journalists. In each episode Tao MacLeod speaks with hockey personalities, about topics relevant to them and the sport. Then the guests give their picks for a six-a-side hockey team. One guest chooses a men's team, whilst the other puts forward a women's side. The debate is then who we have for a combined mixed gender six-a-side Dream Team. Simon Mason is a former goalkeeper for England and Great Britain, who has been to three Olympic Games; Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004. He was formerly President of England Hockey for a three year term, sat on the FIH Athletes committee and has been a board member of the European Hockey Federation for the past ten years. Now, Simon commentates on hockey for television (the FIH channel, the BBC and BT Sport) and is the owner and Managing Director of Mercian Hockey. He picks the men's six-a-side dream team. Jade Bloomfield played at an English National League standard and has also coached at a domestic club level. As a journalist, he has a unique perspective on the sport and is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Hockey World News, which is the premier hockey magazine, as well as being the Chairman of the Hockey Writers Club. Jade picks the women's six-a-side team. The Half Court Press Podcast is available on… iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts Apple Podcasts Breaker Overcast Anchor Pocket Casts RadioPublic

#48 of The Fantastival Podcast has musician, writer, performer and dad, Simon Mason, from the excellent Hightown Pirates, talking all things music and collating his Fantasy Festival... Listen as Simon tells us how music saved his life, the importance of a mixtape, how seeing The Jam was world changing, hand clapping on one of Steve's favourite Oasis tracks, touring with The Libertines and opening up for Pete Doherty, ageism in the music industry, working with Youth, Mick Head playing in his living room, who Simon would have at his Fantasy Festival plus so much more in one of the most insightful Fantastival Podcasts to date. So start your Fantastival experience with Simon now, sit back, relax, and listen to one of the most engaging life stories you are ever bound to hear and the music that soundtracked it along the way. No playlist from us for this episode, just a push to go and check out Hightown Pirates on Bandcamp and have a listen to the best band that you've probably never heard: https://hightownpirates2.bandcamp.com If you've enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-fantastival-podcast/message

  This edition of Media Network covered updates on the numbers stations. But we started with news of unusual FM reception in New Zealand from Bryan Clark. Moscow has made a historic cutback to its output. We talk to Elizabeth Fox about broadcasting in Latin America. It was also time to renew the phone line to UK Numbers Station specialist Simon Mason to find out the latest on mysteries like the Lincolnshire Poacher, the Buzzer, and The New Star Station. This is an extensive interview with many off-air examples. Simon tells me (January 2021) that some are still running right now! . 

Simon Mason joins us and we try to work out what he hasn't done in Hockey. Results, news and the Pro League lands in our backyard.

Welcome to the Stephen King Podcast Constant and New Listeners! Join your hosts -  longtime Constant Readers - Hans Lilja of Lilja's Library and writer/podcaster - Lou W. Sytsma. Welcome to Episode 80 of The Stephen King Podcast! Lots of reviews and a long chat for you this time: 1) We talk to Simon Mason - a Constant Listener and collector of Stephen King first printings - both US & UK editions. Plus other King related thoughts. 2) 1922 Netflix Movie Review Plus our recap of the latest Stephen King news. We hope you enjoy this episode and, as usual, we want to hear from you. Good or bad, we want it all! You can leave us comments, questions, topic suggestions at: 1) FaceBook - Lilja's Library 2) Audio Message - Speak Pipe widget on the right hand of the podcast page (send voicemail) In this podcast: 1) 00:00 - Intro 2) 00:30 - Podcast Setup  3) 01:13 -  News From The Death Room 4) 13:00 - Simon Mason Chat about his First Printing Collection 5) 01:13:12 - Reviews from the Night Shift:     1922 Netflix Movie Review 6) 01:28:59 - Podcast Signoff 7) 01:30:24 - Outro   ------------------------------------------------------------------- Intro Music - Don't Fear The Reaper - Blue Oyster Cult   Outro & Incidental Music - Music from Dragonheart Movie ------------------------------------------------------------------- iTunes - The Stephen King Podcast. ------------------------------------------------------------------- RSS Feed - RSS. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Direct Download Link - The Stephen King Podcast - Episode 80 (Click to play, right click and Chose 'Save Link As' to save the file) ------------------------------------------------------------------- You can find the podcast on the Internet at the following locations:                                          -------------------------------------------------------------------   -------------------------------------------------------------------   Support The Show - Thank You! 

Welcome to episode #34 of the XS Noize Music Podcast. This episode Mark Millar is joined by Hightown Pirates frontman Simon Mason to talk about their debut album, Dry and High, will be released June 16th on Strike-Back records.   Simon Mason is best known for his critically acclaimed book Too High Too Far Too Soon, where he recounts his numerous decadent adventures at Glastonbury Festival and the notoriety that came during his stint as personal chemist to the biggest bands of the '90s. Fast forward to 2017 where Simon now gets a natural high through drawing on his experiences which lend themselves to his incredible songwriting backed by this huge energetic sound. Get in touch: podcast@xsnoize.com

This programme carries the news about the launch of Classic FM in the UK and several stations having been recovering from storm damage. Jonathan Marks does a just outside broadcast from his garden, putting several commercial antennas side by side with some off-air examples of what they bring in. (Actually those antennas are still standing 20 years later!) We cross to Oslo Norway to find out the extent of the cutbacks announced at Radio Norway International. There are some rather spectacular videos on YouTube showing the described in this programme. This happened much later. We also get an update on the mystery spy number stations from UK listener Simon Mason. That includes the Lincolnshire Poacher. 

This is an edited edition of Media Network which was released on transcription to other radio stations on 11 Jan 1995. In the light of the recent revelations by about espionage currently conducted by the NSA and UK GCHQ, this programme from 18 years ago is rather tame. Spies were expected to sit infront of shortwave radios to take down a message on a one time pad. We talk to spy numbers specialist Simon Mason who made a lot of recordings in the last part of the 20th century and also knew where to find these strange voices.