Podcast appearances and mentions of Simon Mayo

Andrew Hunter Murray joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for our Q&A episode. They chat about some of his favourite authors, his love of 'cosy crime' and what he likes to eat when he's writing (question courtesy of his fellow author and friend, Cariad Lloyd) We also learn who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melanie Wozniak talks making the move from Perth to LA, working on the ABC show "Itch", her new film "A Girl Like Him", and shares an emotional audition story! About Melanie: Born in Chile and raised in Australia, Melanie Wozniak is a dynamic and multi-talented creative force in the entertainment industry. Her passion for acting began at a young age, starring in TV commercials and feature films, which laid the foundation for her future in the industry. With over a decade of experience in film and television, Melanie's versatility as an actor continues to shine. In 2019, Melanie landed her breakout role in the ABC TV series 'Itch', portraying the series regular "Jack" in a story based on Simon Mayo's bestselling novel. Her physical background proved invaluable as she performed many of her own stunts, including Tae Kwon Do and BMX bike riding, demonstrating her commitment and versatility as an actress. Melanie's dedication to her craft has been honed with training in film and television acting, including classes at the Upright Citizens Brigade school in Los Angeles. Recently, she showcased her talents as a motion capture performer in the highly anticipated video game Diablo IV and Diablo V. Most recently, she starred as the lead in the feature film 'A Girl Like Him', written and directed by Amy S. Weber, opposite the iconic Tovah Feldshuh. With a growing portfolio of diverse roles and a reputation for excellence, Melanie is undoubtedly a talent to watch, poised for even greater success in the years ahead.  Follow the show on social media!          Instagram: https://instagram.com/thanksforcominginpodcast/          Twitter: https://twitter.com/tfci_podcast          Facebook: http://facebook.com/thanksforcominginpodcast/           Patreon: patreon.com/thanksforcomingin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXj8Rb1bEmhufSBFSCyp4JQ Theme Music by Andrew Skrabutenas Producers: Jillian Clare & Susan Bernhardt Channel: Realm For more information, go to thanksforcominginpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imran Mahmood discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Imran Mahmood is a criminal defence barrister with over thirty years' experience. His debut novel You Don't Know Me was longlisted for both the Theakston Crime Novel of the Year and the CWA Gold Dagger in 2017, and selected by Simon Mayo as a BBC Radio 2 Book Club choice in the same year. It was then adapted into a four-part BBC crime drama, airing on a prime-time BBC One slot in 2021, before being released internationally on Netflix the following year and becoming one of the platform's most streamed shows. His second novel, I Know What I Saw (2022) was named a Sunday Times Crime Novel of the Month and reached No. 2 on the Audible charts. Mahmood has written three screenplays and is a regular contributor to the Red Hot Chilli Writers podcast. His new novel is Finding Sophie, which is available at https://www.waterstones.com/book/finding-sophie/imran-mahmood/9781526647566 Sentencing for Crimes https://www.sentencingacademy.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mandatory-Minimum-Sentences-Explainer.pdf The Deep and Lasting Power of Books https://medium.com/@ariszavitsanos/the-enduring-power-of-literature-why-it-matters-now-more-than-ever-42900c18e7b The Quran https://www.nybooks.com/online/2017/02/09/crafting-the-koran/ Manipulation by Politicians and Social Media Algorithms https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2021-01-13-social-media-manipulation-political-actors-industrial-scale-problem-oxford-report Mycorrhizal Networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mycorrhizal_network Turritopsis dohrnii https://thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-features/everlasting-life-the-immortal-jellyfish This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

In this episode we talk to Simon Mayo, radio broadcasting legend, about his latest thriller, Black Tag,  discuss the legend of convict King Dick, and dredge up one of his fondest memories from his famous radio 'Confessions' segment. 

This week, we put broadcasting legend and bestselling author Simon Mayo under the Q&A spotlight. Marianna Spring joins Matt Williams as our guest host, and asks about Simon's writing process, inspirations - and who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. There's also a surprise question from fellow author and broadcaster, Tom Bradby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wanna send us a message? Episode 68 is here and Chris, Jamie and Lloydy are with you for 2+ hours of wrestling card chat from the British point of view. This week we talk all things Topps Slam, Topps Chrome, the various EPack releases from Upper Deck and much moreSupport the show

Yes, it's that time again, where the the tables turn and the Host becomes the Guest on Books Of The Year. This week we welcome a superstar co-host Marianna Spring to the studio, who steps into the Mayo shoes and, along with Matt, interviews Broadcaster and Author Simon Mayo about his new novel, 'Black Tag'. They talk about about his inspirations for the book, why he has brought back a character from a previous novel and what it says about journalism, and journalists, working today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You either love or hate it Marmite and Horror Films you could say. The Broadcasting Legend that is Simon Mayo joins us in the studio to chat about horror films and Sound of the Decades hasn't been guessed in a whole month! Can someone crack the clue tonight?

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams welcome music journalist and author David Hepworth to the studio, to find out about his favourite authors and books and get a sense of his reading habits. You'll probably be as surprised as us to discover that he only reads standing up! There's also a surprise question from broadcasting legend, Bob Harris, and we find out who David would invite to his fantasy dinner party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams welcome music journalist David Hepworth to the studio. His new book - Hope I Get Old Before I Die - looks at how enduring rock icons like Pink Floyd, Bruce Springsteen and many more have remained in the ever changing music game. They discuss Mick Jagger, Elton John, Paul McCartney and many other rock icons, and just how and why they are still so relevant today. The book is full of great anecdotes, which are endlessly quotable, and is a must read for any music fan. We hope you enjoy the chat ! (here's a little more on the book) When Paul McCartney closed Live Aid in July 1985 we thought he was rock's Grand Old Man. He was forty-three years old. As the forty years since have shown he - and many others of his generation - were just getting started. This was the time when live performance took over from records. The big names of the 60s and 70s exploited the age of spectacle that Live Aid had ushered in to enjoy the longest lap of honour in the history of humanity, continuing to go strong long after everyone else had retired. Hence this is a story without precedent, a story in which Elton John plays a royal funeral, Mick Jagger gets a knighthood, Bob Dylan picks up the Nobel Prize, the Beatles become, if anything, bigger than the Beatles and it's beginning to look as though all of the above will, thanks to the march of technology, be playing Las Vegas for ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Whitaker joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for the Q&A episode. He discusses the last book he really REALLy enjoyed reading, his writing routine and who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party. Also, in an exclusive, he reveals us what his next book is about and what we can expect! Author of The List Of Suspicious Things, Jennie Godfrey, surprises Chris with a question - and - we find out what profession he might have chosen, if he hadn't become an author. *if you missed our chat with Chris about his new novel, All The Colours Of The Dark, you can find it wherever you're listening to this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant DJ, presenter and author - Simon Mayo. You can listen to Simon's film podcast with Mark Kermode 'Take' here; https://listen.sonymusic-podcasts.link/Hr_IGJsI?at=1010l396Y Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell MAILING LIST: parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com  A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Bannister onThe much-loved Radio 1 and 2 DJ Steve Wright. We have a tribute from his former colleague Simon Mayo.Baroness Flather, who was the first Asian woman to sit in the House of Lords.Alan Mills, the Wimbledon tennis referee who had to deal with tantrums on court.Angela Peberdy, the train announcer known as “the golden voice of British Rail”.Producer: Ed PrendevilleArchive Used The Six o'clock News, BBC 1, 25/06/1985; Network East: Big Talk, Asia 2 BBC 2, 14/11/1998; Daily Politics, BBC2, 17/01/2012; Three Bridges - Platform 4 for the Victoria train - 27/01/1989; Lewisham - Platform 4 for the Bexleheath line service to Dartford - 26/07/1990; Angela Peberdy On London Plus, 27/11/1986; Newsnight, BBC Two, 17/06/1983; BBC Breakfast Time, BBC 1, 19/06/1986; Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs Extra, BBC Radio 2, 08/02/24; Steve Writght in the Afternoon, BBC Radio 2, 09/03/2010; Steve Wright in the Afternoon, BBC Radio 2, 22/02/2008; Steve Wright in the Afternoon, BBC Radio 2, 28/09/22; Steve Wright in the Afternoon, BBC Radio 2, 27/09/22; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 1, 10/01/94; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 1, 24/12/93; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 2, 29/09/22; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 2, 25/09/22; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 2, 14/09/22; Steve Wright - Sunday Love Songs, BBC Radio 1, 04/02/2010; Steve Wright in the Afternoon, BBC Radio 2, 29/09/2022; Steve Wright, BBC Radio 1, 01/01/1988

In 1961 Alan 'Fluff' Freeman took over as the host of the BBC Radio's 'Pick of the Pops' and changed music broadcasting forever. From the opening "Greetings pop pickers" Alan would count down the hottest records of the week punctuating the end of each track with minimal detail before introducing the next. It was exhilarating radio and his staccato delivery and catchphrases of "Right, all right, stay bright" and "Not 'Arf" he influenced a generation of broadcasters. Simon Mayo was a DJ at Radio 1 at the same time as 'Fluff' and says his broadcasting hero coming came into his studio and said "Simon, darling" before kissing the back of his own hand that he'd placed over Simon's mouth. Simon remembers the end of Fluff's time at Radio 1 and speaks openly about his own departure from the BBC in 2018. He tells Matthew Parris that it was Fluff's economy of words that impressed him when sometimes he'd simply say "and" to link two records, and how Freeman gave once gave him a notebook full of opera and classical music recommendations.Behind-the-scenes Alan was generous, kind and encouraging, but he was also a deeply private man who few got to know well. But one person who did was producer Phil Swern who worked with Alan for many years.Presenter: Matthew Parris Guest: Simon Mayo Guest: Phil SwernProducer: Toby Field for BBC Audio Bristol

In this shorter episode, you'll hear from Jay and Tim, but also about Mark... that's Mark Kermode. You could even say that this episode [no. 40] features 3 film critics - Mark, Jay & Tim! Well, it's concerning Mark Kermode, the UK's most-loved film critic and about Korean film or Korean diaspora movies... but Jay also has a film review/interview website (MiniMiniMovie.com) AND Tim returns to our ears - after several episodes without him - and he too occasionally works on reviews related to Korean film.Essentially though, we chat about Mark Kermode's recent Top 5 films of 2023 and the 3 films which are included in his overall list of the best, which can also be heard in a recent episode of his and Simon Mayo's "Kermode & Mayo's Take" show. Can you guess which 3 films films these are?Plus... As mentioned back in episode 37, these slightly shorter, mini-shows are being called the Not So 'Long' Korean Podcast episodes (or 'NoSoLOKoPo') and we will be inserting such 'bite-sized' or 'subject specific' Korean related episodes into our Series [or Seasons;)] every now and then.[NOTE: As always, a version of this episode will also be available over on our fairly recently created @notsokoreanpodcast YouTube channel - please feel free to subscribe to that!]FURTHER INFODetails about subjects covered or touched on in this episode and recent ones can be found below.MARK KERMODE & SIMON MAYO: https://www.kermodeandmayo.comTheir podcast can be found on all good audio/streaming platformsYouTube clips: https://www.youtube.com/@kermodeandmayostakeMINIMINIMOVIE:http://www.MiniMiniMovie.comhttps://www.facebook.com/MiniMiniMovieshttp://www.Twitter.com/MiniMiniMovieshttps://www.Instagram.com/MiniMiniMovies (@miniminimovies)JASON VERNEY'S SHORT FILM - REPARATION:https://www.instagram.com/reparation (@reparation_film)https://www.instagram.com/NativeNomadPics (@NativeNomadPics)http://www.Instagram.com/Reparation_Film (@Reparation_Film) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6732314/https://youtu.be/UHr9fpvr7M4 (TRAILER)https://youtu.be/QOEy-VMs7ns (Q & A - one of a few)[JASON and TIMOTHY's podcast episodes can ALSO be found in this PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi-ZZE-1zF1M50lsEie0d_oqMm2Tq3i-J]#KoreanCulture #KoreanCinema #MarkKermodeThe bulk of this episode was recorded by Jason Verney in January 2024 and whilst in Chiang Mai, Thailand.The music featured in this show is by the wonderful Kaya:http://www.kaya-music.co.ukSHOW INFOThe Not So Korean Podcast with Jay & Tim is recorded live from New Malden, the UK and Europe's largest Koreatown. We bring you news, topics of conversation, and interviews related to the Korean community and K-Culture.LINKShttp://www.Instagram.com/NotSoKoreanPodcasthttp://www.Facebook.com/NotSoKoreanPodcast https://www.Facebook.com/groups/394611638703383 (Community / Discussion) https://Twitter.com/NoSoKoPo PODCASTALL NoSoKoPO LINKShttps://linktr.ee/NotSoKoreanPodcastWebsite: https://NotSoKoreanPodcast.comYouTube: https://YouTube.com/JasonVerney (@JasonVerney / "Jason K-Town Veney)Alt. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@notsokoreanpodcast2788 (@notsokoreanpodcast)Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/011IZHc3G4yl39Ep2BF6OXiTunes / Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-so-korean-podcast/id1576936240Amazon Music/PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-not-so-korean-podcast [and all good Podcast platforms]VIDEO / SOUND:Edited & Engineered by Jason VerneyARTWORK: Designed [but not Drawn] by Jason VerneyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-not-so-korean-podcast/support.

In this Q&A episode, Simon Mayo and Matt Williams talk to journalist and author Araminta Hall about her writing process and literary loves. We learn which books and authors she has been reading and enjoying recently, how she gets into the minds of her characters...and who she wold invite to her fantasy dinner party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Araminta Hall joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for a chat about her new novel, 'One Of The Good Guys'. They talk about her inspirations for the book, her character creation and why she feels disappointed about the current state and impact of the #metoo movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's illness in the studio so Jane and Fi are keen to escape it but, before that, they discuss the Queen's podcast, HRT dreams and porn. Plus, Fi speaks to broadcast legend Simon Mayo about his latest novel 'Tick Tock'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shaun Tilley celebrates the special relationship Top of the Pops and BBC Radio 1 enjoyed during the 60's, 70's and 80's. Sharing their memories with him are former hosts Pete Murray, Tony Blackburn, David Symonds, Dave Lee Travis, Johnnie Walker, Greg Edwards, Paul Burnett, Rosko, David Hamilton, Kid Jensen, Peter Powell, Mike Read, Andy Peebles, Simon Bates, Steve Wright, Richard Skinner, Adrian Juste, Gary Davies, Pat Sharp, Bruno Brookes, Dixie Peach, Paul Jordan, Simon Mayo and Adrian John! Plus there's archive chats he recorded with David Jacobs, Dave Cash and Ed Stewart as well as Janice Long, alongside classic clips and rare recordings of all those presenters in action fronting the BBC's most iconic TV music show!!

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams look back on some of our favourite books of 2023. This episode features SA Cosby, Louise Doughty, David McCloskey, Daniel Finkelstein and Cecelia Ahern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams chat to Simon Sebag Montefiore about the books and writers he loves, his writing processes, his research and much more besides... We also learn who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams welcome Author and Historian Simon Sebag Montefiore to the podcast. They chat about TWO of his books, which are both very relevant at the moment. Firstly, 'Jerusalm: The Biography', which Simon is currently updating....and secondly, 'The World: A Family History'. These two books are humungous in both scope and size - but they are fantastic and well worth your time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is podcaster Steve Folland's favourite brand. Listening to Simon Mayo on Walkman. Rushing home to watch 'The Broom Cupboard' after school. 'Ski Sunday' signalling the end of the weekend. Steve's childhood is wrapped up in warm memories of the BBC: a trusted friend with whom he has journeyed ever since. Expect to hear why this is a brand that—perhaps like no other—gets under our skin. EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: www.pilgrimage.design/18-bbc Steve's website: www.stevefolland.com Being Freelance podcast: www.beingfreelance.com What is this podcast? Your brand + an emotional connection with your audience = success. But that middle part is tricky. I'm here to equip you to achieve it, through personal stories of individuals who have emotionally resonated with branding. I'm Sam, a brand designer and your host. In each episode, released on the 14th of the month, a top guest picks their favourite brand. I then invite them to unpack why it means so much. As they share, we gain invaluable insights into what makes audiences tick. Not with strategy or theory, but through that undeniable proof of successful branding: emotion. Whether you're a business wanting to better connect, a charity struggling to garner support or a branding professional needing encouragement, this is the podcast for you. Podcast artwork created with the help of Canva AI. AI policy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pilgrimage.design/ai-policy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Who am I? I'm Sam Thorogood. Hi! I'm a brand designer for startups, creators, charities, eco projects and church plants. I'm on a mission: equip these pioneering brands to bring others onto their journeys. My website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Final thing (I promise)! Every other Tuesday, I share succinct advice on how to integrate design techniques and philosophy into your brand. Encouraging, empowering... and totally free. Welcome to the journey towards better branding. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pilgrimagedesign.substack.com

Victoria Hislop joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for a natter about her latest novel. They discuss the draw of Greek islands, the history of Figurines and what inspired her for this latest book. The history of Greece is vast - and Figurines are a small, but important and fascinating part of it. They're mysterious and beautiful - and they're very sought after too. Here comes the science bit: In her irresistible new novel, Sunday Times No 1 bestselling author Victoria Hislop shines a light on the questionable acquisition of cultural treasures and the price people - and countries - will pay to cling on to them. Of all the ancient art that captures the imagination, none is more appealing than the Cycladic figurine. An air of mystery swirls around these statuettes from the Bronze Age and they are highly sought after by collectors - and looters - alike. When Helena inherits her grandparents' apartment in Athens, she is overwhelmed with memories of the summers she spent there as a child, when Greece was under a brutal military dictatorship. Her remote, cruel grandfather was one of the regime's generals and as she sifts through the dusty rooms, Helena discovers an array of valuable objects and antiquities. How did her grandfather amass such a trove? What human price was paid for them? Her desire to find answers about her heritage dovetails with a growing curiosity for archaeology, ignited by a summer spent with volunteers on a dig on an Aegean island. Their finds fuel her determination to protect the precious fragments recovered from the baked earth - and to understand the origins of her grandfather's collection. Helena's attempt to make amends for some of her grandfather's actions sees her wrestle with the meaning of 'home', both in relation to looted objects of antiquity ... and herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Radio Broadcaster and author Simon Mayo. Simon is a radio presenter at Greatest Hits Radio doing Drive Time Show as well as writing books!

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams have taken a break from usual proceedings, to look back on some of the books we have featured this year so far. They pick out some of their favourite books that we have featured (and some we haven't) and we feature a few suggestions from some of our guests too. In case you were wondering which books and authors we have featured on the pod this year so far - here's a full list to jog your memory... Jason Mott – “Hell Of A Book” Cariad Lloyd – “You Are Not Alone” Linwood Barclay – “Look Both Ways” David McClosckey – “Damascus Station”  Harlan Coben – “I Will Find You” Catriona Ward – “Looking Glass Sound” Cecelia Ahern – “In A Thousand Different Ways” Joanne Harris – “Broken Light” Sadiq Kahn – “Breathe” SA Cosby – “All The Sinners Bleed” TJ Newman – “Drowning” Kate Mosse – “The Ghost Ship” Daniel Finkelstein – “Hitler, Stalin, Mum And Dad” Lisa Jewell – “None Of This Is True"  Steve Cavanagh – “Kill For Me Kill For You” Sebastian Faulkes – “The Seventh Son” Adele Parks – “Just Between Us” Louise Doughty – “A Bird In Winter” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The bestselling author of 'Apple Tree Yard' and 'Platform Seven', Louise Doughty, joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams to answer some questions. She talks about some of the books she has really really enjoyed recently, her research process and who she'd invite to a fantasy dinner party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the 80's and 90's Sybil Ruscoe was best known for hosting programmes on Radio 1 and Radio 5 Live. Including a successful stint as part of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show Team during 1988 and 1989 and later fronting Newbeat between 1990 and 1993.In this weeks edition of Radio Greats, Sybil looks back on her career from working in Newspapers, before a chance came to join the New Radio Wyvern in Worcestershire, being part of the launch team for BBC Radio Shropshire, getting the call to join Newsbeat on Radio 1 and later joining the Team of Radio 1 Breakfast with Simon Mayo and Rod McKenzie, leaving to front News 90-93, joining the launch of Radio 5 Live and also working for Radio 4 on Farming Today and The Archers.Massive Thanks to Aircheck Downloads, Radio Rewind, Andy Walmsley and Sybil for the use of audio. 

Bestselling novelist Adele Parks joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams to talk about her latest novel, 'Just Between Us'. This book is, like all her novels, a stand-alone...but also a sequel. Confused? Well, luckily Adele explains all! She also tells us about the exciting new film adaptation of an earlier book, which she is involved in producing. Here comes the science bit... Lost. Missing. Murdered? And both her husbands are suspects. Kylie Gillingham's disappearance has gripped the nation: the woman with a shocking secret - married to two men at the same time - is missing, presumed dead. And both her husbands are suspects. DC Clements knows the dark side of human nature and that love can make people do treacherous things; you can't presume anything when it comes to crimes of the heart. While Kylie's two husbands remain prime suspects, her sons won't accept that she is dead. Until a body is found, this scandalous and sad case remains wide open. Stacie Jones lives a quiet life in a small village, nursed by her father as she recovers from illness, shielded from any disquieting news of the outside world. But their reclusive life is about to be shattered. How are these families linked, and can any of them ever rebuild their lives in the wake of tragedy? You can buy Adele's new novel now from all good independent bookshops, Waterstones, Daunt and many more. It's also available here: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomorrow voters in three English constituencies will head to the polls. Will the good news on inflation and car plants help Rishi Sunak? Will the backlash over child benefits harm Keir Starmer? Or will none of it make any difference? Has the county already found an inflection point where it's looking for change? We hear from the pollster Lord Andrew Cooper.And we talk to Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo about Barbie and her fall from paradise.

To celebrate the DJ's 27th year of presenting Glastonbury on the BBC, we revisit one of the very first episodes of The Shift podcast, back in 2020, with Jo WhileyCareer crises are tough at the best of times, but imagine being in the midst of menopause – hot flushes, anxiety, brain fog, the lot – and finding your thirty year career is crashing down around your ears. That's what happened to this week's guest, the brilliant DJ and broadcaster Jo Whiley when she was given the job of co-hosting BBC radio 2's drive time slot with Simon Mayo. She talks honestly about coming through the most turbulent year of her career, regaining her confidence, learning to listen to your heart not your detractors, going outside your comfort zone, empty nest syndrome, why she's obsessed with fitness and why “age appropriate” dressing can do one. * And if you'd like to support the work that goes into making this podcast and get a weekly newsletter plus loads more content including transcripts of the podcast, and exclusive bonus episodes, please consider joining The Shift community. Find out more at www.theshiftwithsambaker.substack.com• The Shift (on life after 40) with Sam Baker is created and hosted by Sam Baker, edited by Emily Sandford. I'd love to hear what you think - please let me know on twitter @sambaker or instagram @theothersambaker• The book that inspired this podcast, The Shift: How I (lost and) found myself after 40 - and you can too by Sam Baker, is out now in paperback and available to buy here.• Hear Jo on BBC Radio 2 Monday-Thursday 8-10pm and see her hosting Glastonbury on the BBC all weekend – 22-26 June. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A BBC Radio Scotland educational broadcast for primary school children - on producing the Radio 1 breakfast show in the days of Simon Mayo. 

Ken Bruce is the most popular presenter in the UK with over 8 million listeners on Radio 2 and he's about to join former colleague Simon Mayo at Greatest Hits Radio. Simon discusses Ken's departure from the BBC."The situation has been handled badly."Subscribe and support the podcast here.Find all our podcasts here@simonmayo@BeebRoger@RogerBolton@mastodonapp.ukroger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In case you missed it: A trip down memory lane with 'Comedy Dave' aka Dave Vitty talking about rejection letters, making tea at Radio One, a 16 year career in radio and the Chris Moyles Show. So many interesting behind the scenes stories, from taking Simon Mayo off air for 20 mins to killing time in the Horse & Groom. David and Joe are in their element !Follow Chatabix on Twitter & Instagram:twitter.com/chatabix1www.instagram.com/chatabixpodcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/chatabix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Columnist and writer Marina Hyde joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams to talk about the news, politics, her columns and...what the hell is going to happen next!? We're all trying to keep up with the news at the moment and it seems that every day, there's another crisis, resignation or flummoxed MP trying to change the narrative. In her latest book, Marina tries to make some sense of these turbulent times, whilst offering us some humour and valuable insight along the way. On this episode of Books Of The Year, she talks about the ever changing news cycle, how she keeps sane and the things she would never write about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Patrick Gale about his latest book “Mother's Boy” and then I get Jonathan Whitelaw to answer 5 questions in 5 minutes about his book “The Bingo Hall Detectives”. I also review “Tick Took” by Simon Mayo, “Instructions On A Heatwave” by Maggie O'Farrell and “Just Got Real” by Jane Fallon. Plus we look at some of the books our Facebook group is reading. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the greatest authors of his generation answers questions about his favourite books and authors - including Lee Child, Michael Connelly, JK Rowling and Philip Pullman Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best selling author, multi award winning broadcaster and lifelong Torchy fan SIMON MAYO is interviewed by ITN's Tom Bradby about his new thriller Tick Tock.It starts quietly enough. A tick-tick-ticking you can hear in your ear. Tinnitus, you think. It will pass. But it doesn't. It gets worse - and then you pass it on.Before you know it, it spreads. Elsewhere across the globe, it emerges: small outbreaks at first, but then suddenly it's a plague - and only days later it is killing people.In an increasingly affected north London school, teacher Kit Chaplin is struggling to understand what he is witnessing. Even Lilly Slater, his partner and an eminent vaccinologist, can't work out what's happening. As it spreads, little by little, they are inexorably drawn into the mystery behind the illness. And what they discover will change the world as they know it...Exciting and urgently contemporary, this piercingly insightful novel tells the story of a global catastrophe through the eyes of the three people at the heart of the storm. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode of the podcast which asks; has anyone ever lost their virginity while listening to a Jive Bunny record?It's the long-awaited return of Our Sarah and Taylor after their encounter with the Spiteful Armoured Bollock, Pop-Crazed Youngsters – and to welcome them back, Al allowed them to pick out an episode. Consequently, we're heading deep into the heart of the Neighties. Your panel are a) being Arthur Seaton in Saturday Night and Sunday Morning without the sex, b) hovering over the pause button during the Top 40, and c) playing Human Frogger on the way to a Blue Boar, while the music scene is awash with flares! Pob faces! That dance where you look like you're walking on a bouncy castle with a pint in each hand! Ridiculously misplaced optimism! And BLEDDEH DRUGS, of course!Musicwise, crikey: we're promised a Rock n' Roll episode by Simon Mayo, who looks absolutely shagged out having been up since 5am, but the overriding theme tonight is British people finally coming to terms with dance music whilst plundering as much of the late Sixties as possible. Wayne Hussey warms up for his date with James Whale with some Pub Goth. New Kids On The Block do something pointless and futile with a basketball. Candy Flip – the Jedward of Madchester – cause the Kids to hysterically scream as if John Lennon had ripped himself from the grave and turned up at the studio to have it out with them. The B-52s have a better night out than you. Big Fun, Fish and Wet Wet Wet get about 20 seconds each. Bobby Omnishake prances like an absolute tit, everyone whoops at an Inspiral Carpets suicide anthem, Jive Bunny throws down some hardcore Dad-Hop, Quentin fancies Lindy I.D.S.T., and we get some actual House music at the end. For about 30 seconds.Sarah Bee and Taylor Parkes join Al Needham for a clinically intensive rummage through the Spring of 1990, veering off on such tangents as a comprehensive drill-down into Mike Read's Heritage Chart, what not to do when cleaning out a Fleshlight, the Stone Roses/New Kids war in the Smash Hits letters page, Showaddywaddy's Bloods/Crips dilemma, how the Martians wisely self-isolated and wore masks for a couple of years, and some remarkably graphic sex talk. And swearing!Video Playlist | Subscribe | Facebook | Twitter | The Chart Music Wiki | Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Taylor Parkes, Sarah Bee and Al Needham commence their excavation of this episode and rapidly uncover an extremely knackered Simon Mayo introducing some Pub Goth, New Kids On The Block playing some exceedingly futile basketball and trying to show off to some girls, and stare aghast as Candy Flip herald the dawning of the Age of Nadirius...Video Playlist | Subscribe | Facebook | Twitter | The Chart Music Wiki | Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SponsorBuzzsprout - last week, 3,847 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout Special GuestHarry Duran talks about how he found a sponsor for his new podcast, raising $9k before launching  SubStackSubstack is moving into podcasting - “but better”. The platform also lets you podcast for freeYouTubeYouTube is the third most popular podcast platform in AmericaShould your podcast be on YouTube? Rephonic crunch the data: revealing that for English-language shows, it could well be worthwhile. The Podfather thinks it's a waste of time.Dan Misener analyses the different types of podcast on YouTubeJeff Vidler from Signal Hill Insights calls YouTube “the elephant in the podcasting room"AcastAcast published its annual report. The company saw net ad sales grow by 73%; while it almost doubled the loss of last yearAlberto Betella has suggested a podcast:verify tag, designed to removed the need for podcasters to expose/spam their email addresses in RSS feeds.BBCThe hosts of one of the UK's biggest podcasts, Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo are to take their film review podcast to Sony Music EntertainmentWorth Reading Is talent in control - Matt DeeganOtherPodmachine has been launched - a tool to grow and edit your podcast for youHeadliner has launched EddyDave Jones writes What is Podcasting 2.0 all about?Podchaser launch their 3rd annual Reviews4Good programDaniel J Lewis is celebrating 15 years in podcastingCastopod 1.0.0-beta.12 is up! Grab your Castopod on https://castopod.org

Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo review the week's movies. Also on the programme, interviews with key figures from the world of cinema, as well as your emails and the latest Box Office top ten. Download the Kermode and Mayo podcast from the BBC Sounds app. Email: mayo@bbc.co.uk Twitter: @wittertainment

In a real love letter to radio, Kate chats to broadcasting legend Simon Mayo about his four decades on the airwaves, including his big audition for BBC Radio 1, reporting live during 9/11, and how he found himself starting a (now very successful) career as a novelist in his 50s.White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, and follow on Instagram (@whitewineqt) & Twitter (@WhiteWineQT) to keep up to date with the latest guests, news and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The music of Manchester based pianist and singer-songwriter Ollie West has shifted dramatically since his formative years playing at open mic nights aged 14. Initially inspired by the music of Billy Joel, Elbow and Joni Mitchell, Ollie's writing has explored jazz, folk, world music, pop, rock, prog and classical music to create a unique sound like nothing you've ever heard before. Their debut album “Time Stood Still” from 2019 took the band around the UK on a 16 date tour that included sell out shows in Manchester, London and The Wirral, and the success of single “Home” from that record saw them become “Young Artist Of The Week” on classical music station Scala Radio, with multiple plays on the station from Simon Mayo, Angellica Bell and Sam Hughes. Ollie's latest single “Count To Four” tells a heartfelt and moving story from the perspective of a person who has been left by someone they love, and might be one of the band's finest works to date. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

"LET'S NOT FORGET, RAY STANTZ GETS A B*****B FROM A GHOST IN THE FIRST ONE." Mike & Dan face off on movies and give Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo a run for their money. A Northern Siskel and Ebert, if you will. #PODCAST #TOPCONTENTPOD #MIKE #PETERS #MIKEPETERS #DAN #MORFITT #DANMORFITT #TAKETHAT #GETBACK #THEBEATLES #PETERKAY #FACEOFF #MISSIONIMPOSSIBLE2 #KERMODEMAYO #WITTERTAINMENT #MCU #MARVEL #IMAX #GHOSTBUSTERSAFTERLIFE #MANUTD #IACGMOOH #CELEBRITY #QOS *ATopContentProduction.COM - TCP*

As well as being a successful novelist, Imran Mahmood is a practising barrister with over 30 years' court experience. His first book, You Don't Know Me, was chosen by Simon Mayo as a BBC Radio 2 Book Club Choice for 2017 and longlisted for Theakston Crime Novel of the Year and for the CWA Gold Dagger award. It's currently being adapted for TV. His latest book, I Know What I Saw, is just out.We loved chatting with Imran about how he got into writing and how his day job as a criminal barrister helps shape his stories. We also stand back in awe as he tells us how he balances that day job, the writing, TV work and having a young family (while also reading about 5 books at once)!Links:Buy I Know What I Saw and Imran's other books hereFollow Imran on TwitterThe Page One Podcast is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. Learn more and order yours now: https://www.writegear.co.uk/page-oneFollow us on Twitter: @write_gearFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WriteGearUK/Follow us on Instagram: write_gear_uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Welcome back to week ten of The Graham Norton Radio Show!Graham and trusty accomplice Maria McErlane help with your dilemmas in Graham's Guide.This week's guests include:Broadcaster and author Simon Mayo talks everything behind his new contemporary thriller "Knife Edge".Singer-songwriter Joss Stone live from Nashville speaks to us about her new soul-soother single "Walk With Me".Dame Kelly Holmes shares everything behind-the-scenes in her appearance in "The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer".Eurovision Song Contest is back for 2021 and James Newman discusses everything about this year's UK Entry single "Embers".Graham will be back on your radio in The Graham Norton Radio Show on Saturday and Sunday from 09:30am on Virgin Radio UK.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to hear all the highlights every week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Simon Mayo has a propensity for wearing shorts" Mike & Dan ask "What's you favourite COVID?" in their most censored missive to date. For loves of saxophone and working for Her Majesty. *A Top Content Production - TCP* #GERANDHOULLIER #JIMWHITE #TALKSPORT #TRUMP #CANDYDULFER #TOTP #INSPIRALCARPETS #SIMONMAYO #RADIO1ROADSHOW #TIPPINGPOINT #MARKKERMODE #WITTERTAINMENT #JOYEUXNOELEDMONDS #XMASDINNER #RADIOANORAK #ZIPPPPP #PANTOMIME #COVID19 #COVID20 #ROYALMAIL #ILFRACOMBE #RAVECRAB #TOPCONTENTPOD #PODCAST #LISTENINGTOGETHER

Career crises are tough at the best of times, but imagine being in the midst of menopause - hot flushes, anxiety, brain fog, the lot - and finding your thirty year career is crashing down around your ears. That's what happened to this week's guest, the brilliant DJ and broadcaster Jo Whiley when she was given the job of co-hosting BBC radio 2's drive time slot with Simon Mayo. She talks honestly about coming through the most turbulent year of her career, regaining her confidence, learning to listen to your heart not your detractors, going outside your comfort zone, empty nest syndrome, why she's obsessed with fitness and why “age appropriate” dressing can do one. Note: this podcast was recorded before lockdown.The Shift (on life after 40) with Sam Baker is created and hosted by Sam Baker, edited by Emily Sandford. I'd love to hear what you think - please let me know on twitter @sambaker or instagram @theothersambakerThe Shift: How I (lost and) found myself after 40 - and you can too by Sam Baker is out now in hardback and available to buy here.Hear Jo on BBC Radio 2 Monday-Thursday 8-10pm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.