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PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Jill Stratford Waldron, APRN, GNP-BC - Winning Strategies for Managing Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: The Heart Failure Nurse's Game Plan

PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 64:47


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/NKC865. NCPD credit will be available until July 23, 2027.Winning Strategies for Managing Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: The Heart Failure Nurse's Game Plan In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

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PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Video
Jill Stratford Waldron, APRN, GNP-BC - Winning Strategies for Managing Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: The Heart Failure Nurse's Game Plan

PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Video

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 64:47


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/NKC865. NCPD credit will be available until July 23, 2027.Winning Strategies for Managing Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: The Heart Failure Nurse's Game Plan In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

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Inheritance Tracks
Adrian Lester

Inheritance Tracks

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 5:09


The actor Adrian Lester has had hearts a flutter from Stratford-upon-Avon to London in his latest role as Cyrano De Bergerac.The Birmingham born Hustle star's first experience of performing was in the choir at St Chad's Cathedral, before going onto win the Laurence-Olivier-Award for 'Best Actor in a Musical', for his performance in Stephen Sondheim's musical 'Company'. So with singing in his blood we decided to ask what his Inheritance Tracks would be...Producers: Ben Mitchell and Anna BaileyInherited: Redemption Song by Bob Marley Passing on: Proud to be a Dread by Des'ree

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
WFTD Searches For Next Host And WI Has New Requirements On Imported Animals

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 50:00


This week shows how important animal handling is. With the weather element included, paying attention to what an animal sees in its surrounding is critical. Bob Bosold talks with one of the industry leaders in that field. Dr. Temple Grandin. Grandin explains her focus when it comes to animal handling systems, and some of the simple things that can often be overlooked by farmers. Temperatures may be a few degrees cooler today, but you won't notice much of a change with the smoke. Stu Muck steers us through what the weekend has in store for with weather. Beginning on Tuesday, Wisconsin is implementing some new restrictions on animals coming into the state from areas affected by New World Screwworm. Teri Barr listens to what WI Ag Secretary, Randy Romanski, has to say about the plan. Dairy farmer Mitch Breunig is one of those that's been spending long hours trying to keep his cows comfortable. Breunig owns/operates Mystic Valley Dairy in Roxbury. He tells Pam Jahnke that every piece of technology from high capacity fans to sprinkler systems has been key. He even has deployed "fitbits" for cows to monitor their respiration and feed intake. As the 2026 WI Farm Technology Days show drew to a close in Stratford, questions were already popping up on where the show will be in 2027. Pam Jahnke talks with Janet Keller, show general manager, about that point and others. Keller says they've got plenty of farms interested in hosting future shows, and she says the restructure they implemented three years ago is helping.edSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Volunteers Make The Difference At FTD Plus Heat In Europe Impacts Milk - North

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 50:00


Winter wheat harvest has begun around Wisconsin and it looks like the crop's pretty good. That's the quick analysis from Anastasia Kurth, Regional Crops & Soils Educator at UW-Madison Extension. She says Wisconsin corn and soybeans are generally in good-to-excellent condition. Unlike last year, growing degree days are slightly ahead of schedule, allowing crops to benefit well from the current heat and humidity. Farmers have recently applied side-dress nitrogen for a mid-season crop boost. While southern rust has not been reported, growers are urged to scout for tar spot, which has already been confirmed in five neighboring states to the south and west. Soybeans are hitting their five-year average for blooming. Farmers are reminded to closely check herbicide labels, as the flowering (R1) stage dictates whether certain post-emergence herbicides can still be legally applied. This hot weather may not be ideal for people, pets or livestock but it has suppressed the risk of white mold in soybeans (which prefers cool, wet conditions), but farmers should watch for emerging Japanese beetles and monitor Western bean cutworm trap data. Smoke is back in the forecast for all of Wisconsin to varying degrees. Stu Muck explains the drift today. He also sees rain developing as soon as tonight. Wisconsin Farm Technology Days concludes today in Stratford. The show simply could not happen without volunteers. Kiley Allan visits with one of them. Maria Meyer is a volunteer along with her son. It's a tradition that started the last time the show was in the area and her uncle asked her to help. She explains that the volunteers receive compensation that goes directly to their charitable organization. In Maria's case it's the Loyal EMS Dept. Her son is volunteering to benefit his football team. It's not just Wisconsin or the U.S. that's experiencing this heat. Europe is as well. Mike North, principal with EverAg out of Platteville, explains the milk loss we've already seen and how it's impacting the cheese market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murder Mile True-Crime Podcast
#356 - A Clockwork Orange Killer (David McManus & Richard Palmer, Fenny Stratford)

Murder Mile True-Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 64:42


Wednesday 4th of April 1973 at 11pm, on the porch of St Martin's Church in Fenny Stratford, Buckinghamshire, 60-year-old homeless man, David McManus was beaten to death in an attack identical to a fictional killing in the book ‘A Clockwork Orange' by Anthony Burgess and the controversial film by director Stanley Kubrick. But who was to blame, the book, the film or the killer?Location: St Martin's Church, Watling/Aylesbury Street, Fenny Stratford, BuckinghamshireDate: Wednesday 4th of April 1973 at 11pm-ishVictims: David McManusCulprit: Richard John PalmerSeven 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· Threads· TokTok· YouTubeSUBSCRIBE via PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/murdermile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chester Talking Newspaper
Local weekly news 10/07/2026

Chester Talking Newspaper

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 132:08


Local news from Chester, including Police Dog Enzo joins Cheshire Police dog unit, Stile Napoletano Pizzeria is named 13th best in Europe, Historic train trip through Cheshire to Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheshire West council lands £26,500 to tackle chewing gum, Storyhouse to host youth theatre performances of musical. (Duration: 2:12:08)

Tommy Cullum's
The Shakespeare Conspiracy with Katherine Chiljan and Mark Eddy | EP: 401

Tommy Cullum's

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 81:39


William Shakespeare stands as one of history's greatest writers and most enduring cultural icons. His timeless works have inspired, moved, and mystified audiences for over 400 years. Yet behind the legendary name lies a profound enigma: we know remarkably little about the man from Stratford-upon-Avon. How could a provincial actor with limited formal education produce some of the most sophisticated literature ever written—works rich in aristocratic insight, legal knowledge, classical learning, and intimate details of court life?In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the Shakespeare Authorship Question, exploring the compelling possibility that the plays and poems attributed to Shakespeare were actually written by someone else—a hidden genius who used the name as a front. Could this be one of literature's greatest conspiracies?We are thrilled to welcome Katherine Chiljan, acclaimed author of Shakespeare Suppressed: The Uncensored Truth About Shakespeare and His Works. A UCLA graduate and dedicated independent researcher, Chiljan spent years examining historical records to challenge the traditional narrative. Her book presents meticulously documented evidence questioning the Stratford man's authorship and sheds new light on the true origins of these masterpieces.Joining us is our co-host, Mark Eddy, a passionate researcher in alternative history who has devoted extensive time to investigating the Shakespeare conspiracy theories. Together with our guests, we examine the leading alternative candidates—such as Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford, Francis Bacon, and Christopher Marlowe—along with the historical, textual, and biographical clues that fuel this fascinating debate.Prepare to challenge everything you thought you knew. This episode will rewrite the history books, ignite fresh perspectives, and reveal why the alternative theories often feel more plausible than the official story. Open your mind to a literary mystery that continues to intrigue scholars, historians, and truth-seekers alike.Whether you're a longtime Shakespeare enthusiast or new to the authorship debate, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in, question the legend, and discover the hidden truths behind the Bard's immortal words.https://shakespearesuppressed.com/about-the-author/Gear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: https://tee.pub/lic/wX4lEJj3DMIGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: letsgetfreakypodcast@mail.com Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcast.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
For Farmers - Partners Matter Plus Drones Do More Than Spray

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 50:00


Multiple generations are getting ready to welcome visitors for the 2026 WI Farm Technology Days event. Redetzke's No Joke Dairy outside of Stratford has a story to share about family working together and making a farm work. Bob Bosold visits with family members Sam Redetzke and brother Matt on how they juggle schedules with off farm duties to keep the wheels rolling. The state's largest outdoor agriculture event is coming up July 14-16. Heat returns to Wisconsin. Stu Muck says we won't likely reach the 90's but it will be warmer. Things should stay dry until at least Thursday according to the forecast. Today's investment in agriculture aren't just about technology and engineering. Farms and farmers depend on people for good advice and service on the technology that they're investing in. Our example today is Lake Effect Farm in the Plymouth area. Brad Laack, the owner/operator of the farm, has placed a lot of trust in Tim Schultz, owner and operator of Schultz's Interstate Ag in Monroe. Schultz's provides state-of-the-art grain handling technology across the Midwest, including Lake Effect Farm. Schultz visits with Pam Jahnke about the clear communication that's necessary on projects like this to make sure that a farmers dreamed are realized and maintained. Paid for by Schultz's Interstate Ag. Soybeans are rallying on a Monday morning! An unconfirmed sale of over 500,000 metric ton of soybeans going to an undisclosed destination is inspiring traders. Pam Jahnke also updates the conversations between the U.S. and Canada on renewing USMCA. Agriculture technology isn't just limited to agriculture. Kiley Allan finds out about the multi-use options for drones. Davis Napier, Owner and Operator at Seek, says he uses drones equipped with high-resolution thermal cameras and spotlights to locate downed deer for hunters who have lost the trail, want to avoid trespassing on neighboring land, or wish to minimize property disturbance. To stay within Wisconsin DNR regulations and avoid hunting with a drone, he requires clients to sign waivers and will only disclose a deer's location if the thermal imaging confirms the animal has already expired. Beyond recovery, the drone captures and stitches together thousands of images to create property maps that are significantly more detailed than satellite imagery, allowing landowners to see specific deer trails and terrain features. During the off-season, the technology is used for herd analysis to help landowners understand deer bedding patterns and population health (buck-to-doe ratios) without disrupting the animals during hunting season. Napier founded his business, Seeker, based on his lifelong passion for hunting and his childhood experience of the heartbreak associated with failing to recover a deer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adventure On Deck
A Fat Knight and a King: Henry IV Part 2 and Falstaff

Adventure On Deck

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 31:22


Back for more Shakespeare! This week it's Henry IV Part 2 (following up last month's Part 1)--but with the addition of the book Year of the Fat Knight by Shakespearean actor Antony Sher.Part One's pairings of characters give way to one central relationship in Part 2: fathers and sons. It's much more serious as Prince Hal moves closer to assuming the throne: how much will he follow his father's wishes for him? How can he create his kingly presence with Falstaff acting as his best friend and surrogate father? And who, if anyone, might fill that advisor/father role when Hal loses his own?On top of this play, I read the wonderful Year of the Fat Knight. Sher was Falstaff in the productions of Henry IV from Royal Shakespeare Company, the ones I watched, and he was marvelous. I spotted this book when we were in Stratford last summer and decided that this was the perfect month to read it.Sher's memoir is amazing, full of all kinds of anecdotes about not only this play but being a Shakespearean actor in general. I strongly feel that you can't experience a Shakespeare play without seeing it in some form, and Sher's memoir made me see why. It's a true vocation to act in a play like this--embodying the complicated language so that it seems natural, filling in the blanks of a personality that Shakespeare leaves, deciding exactly how to appear in front of an audience. I'm really happy I read this one.Next week--Happy Birthday, America!BOOKS IN THIS EPISODEThe complete list of Crack the Book Episodes (Amazon affiliate links): https://cheryldrury.substack.com/p/crack-the-book-start-here?r=u3t2rHenry IV Part 2 (RSC Production)Year of the Fat Knight (Antony Sher)CONNECTTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/Like what you heard? Buy me a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/crackthebookLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

Ideas from CBC Radio (Highlights)
The best comedians in the U.S. are Canadians

Ideas from CBC Radio (Highlights)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 54:08


Canada produces legendary comedians and comic actors who excel on the world stage. So why is Canada not known for comedy? Does it have something to do with our proximity to the U.S., the way there are so many Scottish comedians performing in England? Three comics discuss Canadian comedy and what Canada's profile would be on a dating app — as part of the Provocations-IDEAS festival.Comedians in this episode:Debra McGrath is a comedian, writer, and director whose comedy began with Second City Improv. She is best-known for roles in Little Mosque on the Prairie, Seven Little Monsters and Paradise Falls.Stewart Reynolds (aka Brittlestar) is a Stratford, Ontario-based comedian. His work has brought him to the White House, and to meeting the Prime Minister. He's the author of The Subtle Art of Resistance: Lessons From Cats For Surviving Fascism.Martha Chaves has made many TV appearances including Just for Laughs, We're Funny That Way Festival, and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival — and she's often been heard on CBC's Laugh Out Loud, The Debaters, Because News — and now IDEAS.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Farm Technology Days Goes To Stratford

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 5:03


Janet Keller is the general manager of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. She tells Kiley Allan the details you need to know before you go to this year's event. We'll see you on July 14-16 at No Joke Dairy in Stratford!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celt In A Twist
Celt In A Twist June 30 2026

Celt In A Twist

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 59:01


New find Little Sparta encourages you to "Turn On The Radio" and tune this week for Celt In A Twist, a contemporary mix of Celtic rock, pop, jazz, funk and trad (from Stratford, Ontario's The Bookends) Plus, veterans of the craft like Runrig and Sinead O'Connor and another spin from supergroup The Ollam. Gems a plenty this week!   Brogeal - Draw The Line Flogging Molly - Until We Meet Again The Bookends - Dinny Donegal CANCON La Bottine Souriante - Pas De Credit CANCON Little Sparta - Turn On The Radio Peatbog Faeries - Martin Roachford'/The Oyster Woman's Rant Runrig - Clash Of The Ash Toxic Frogs - The Green Night Pete's Posse - The Echo The Mahones - Freeway Toll CANCON Sinead O'Connor - My Lagan Love The Young Folk - England The Ollam - With Pure Crystal Teeth   59:01

WICC 600
Melissa in the Morning: Tango Flight New Aircraft

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 9:45


The Tango Flight program has just completed its second airplane build in four years. The hands-on aviation education program is currently offered at Bassick High School in Bridgeport and AITE in Stamford. A group of Bridgeport students built this latest aircraft set to take off in a couple of weeks from Sikorsky Airport in Stratford. We got the details from Paul Zielinski, a mentor for Tango Flight.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
FRESH Education Comes To Farm Tech Days

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 5:30


At this year's Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, held at Redetzkes' No-Joke Dairy in Stratford, Wisconsin, they're serious about farm safety. Melissa Ploeckelman-Brown joins us. She's the Outreach Specialist for the National Farm Medicine Center. They're bringing the "FRESH Area" to Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. FRESH stands for Farm Rescue, Education, Safety, and Health. She tells us what we can expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White Oak Baptist Church
Abiding in Christ's Righteousness - Audio

White Oak Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 60:42


White Oak Baptist Church of Stratford, CT is a loving, Christ-centered Church engaging our community in a powerful way. To learn more about our church and how you can connect, please visit http://www.whiteoakbc.org

Free Talk Live
Mark Edge Show - Independence Inn - Dennis Pratt

Free Talk Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 26:10


Mark Edge catches up with Dennis Pratt, co-owner of the Independence Inn in Stratford, New Hampshire, to make the case for why libertarians should stop talking and start moving. Dennis breaks down what the Free State Project has built in New Hampshire — 300 liberty groups, eight Liberty Clubhouses, and a thriving community of porcupines — and how the Independence Inn serves as a way station for visitors and new movers alike, with discounted stays to help people explore the libertarian homeland before committing to a move. If you've ever wondered what it feels like to be surrounded by people who share your values, this one's for you. Contact Dennis at @DennisPrattFree on X or join the Libertarian Homeland group on X. Sponsored by SALT Lending. Questions about SALT Lending? Email Mark at SALT@MarkEdge.org #MarkEdge #MarkEdgeShow #MarkEdgington #SALTLending #NewHampshire #FreeStateProject #Liberty #Freedom #Libertarian #IndependenceInn #Porcupines #LiveFreeOrDie

DnDark
D&Dark Presents: Regency Rangers Part 1: Fool's Gold

DnDark

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 119:47 Transcription Available


Here's a sneak peek at our Patreon Exclusive campaign: Regency Rangers, that we hope you'll like enough to consider subscribing for more!Contains: Mild GoreFive years after the events of Season 1; Marlowe, Maledict, and Gonzo temporarily leave the town of Stratford, passing the responsibility of defending it onto the shoulders of a new fighting force. Comprised of Adrian "Alucard" Tepes: The son of Dracula; R.M. Renfield: The (dubiously) reformed former BBEG; The Kuchisake-Onna: The malevolent Smiling Woman of Japanese folklore; Dr. Gordon Toppemhat: The ghost of a scientist studying firearms and explosives; and Frederick the Loafer: A normal human man who's also there; the Stratford Rangers take up their Henshin devices and defend the town from a trio of interlopers who seek to exploit the town in its time of vulnerability...Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DnDarkPodcastCast:Daniel Cruz - GM"Danger" Dan Jerz - R.M. RenfieldBen Magnet - Dr. Gordon ToppemhatAaron Kaufhold - The Kuchisake-OnnaGrayson Norman - Adrian "Alucard" TepesJordan Nelson - Frederick the LoaferCover Art by Jordan NelsonEditing by "Danger" Dan JerzTheme Song/Outro by Lam's Jams: https://www.youtube.com/@lamsjamsReiner's Theme: by John Stoic "DreamVenturer"Additional Music provided by: Monument StudiosAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As the Actress said to the Critic
174. Can we solve the theatre etiquette problem once and for all?

As the Actress said to the Critic

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 45:32


What's this? The main episode of the week coming out two days early? As the dust settles on another Tony Awards season, Sarah and Alex have a lot to chew on – topics include Brits thriving on Broadway, the sacrifices mothers have to make to succeed in the performing arts and, after an incident at Inter Alia, the mobile phone etiquette debate. If that's not enough, they also pick the six summer shows they can't wait to see - with shows in Manchester, Stratford-upon-Avon, London and Chichester (if you're travelling south via the M6, M40, A3 and A27). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
What Do You Need To Know About Screw Worm - Curt Larson

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 50:00


The loss of a crop is awful. The loss of a tradition, even more painful. This year's erratic weather has caused some Wisconsin strawberry growers to rethink their plan. Kiley Allan gets the story from Danielle Clark of Mayberry Farms in Mayville. Their strawberry harvest is over before it started. They have pick-your-own strawberries, honeybees, row crops, and a newly planted apple orchard, backyard livestock collection of chickens and show lambs, makes skincare with farm grown ingredients such as strawberries, beeswax, tallow and lard. Agronomist believes Phytophthora attacked their plants - putting an end to their season before it started. Clark says they had a little last year, but removed diseased plants but because soil doesn't drain well and the spring was cool and wet it accelerated it to a total loss. One of their brand pillars is authenticity, so Danielle felt it was important to give the community an open and honest announcement that they would not have pick your own strawberries this year. She felt it was important to give enough time to digest the information and determine where they will go instead. The farm was met with an overwhelming amount of support from the community. The farm will convert the affected soil to an apple orchard expansion. Rain is just starting to move into Wisconsin this morning. Stu Muck says it'll hang around through the day Friday, but allow for a beautiful weekend of drier weather. What do Wisconsin livestock owners need to think about regarding New World Screw Worm? Curt Larson, president and CEO of Equity Livestock Sales Association in Baraboo feels confident that Texas has the insect under control. Larson says market disruption so far has been minimal. He also says the chances of the insect making it to Wisconsin are thin. Still, for Wisconsin livestock operators that house/grow/breed their animals in other states, thinking through possible quarantine restrictions is not a bad plan. Pam Jahnke visits with Larson. The state's largest outdoor agriculture event depends on volunteers, weather and commercial exhibitors. How's the 2026 show coming together? Stephanie Hoff gets a preview from Janet Keller, general manager, Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. Wisconsin Farm Technology Days is currently managing a "critical mass" of calls from potential exhibitors and sponsors to build the schedule and finalize the official program. The organization recently expanded its small staff by hiring Kate Borren as program coordinator and Abby George to handle financial bookkeeping. Unlike most other agricultural shows, this event moves to a different site within the state. Reorganized in 2023 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the show’s mission focuses on education and resources for agriculture, health, safety, and food sourcing for both farmers and consumers. The event requires a minimum of 200 acres to host—ideally on a modern dairy farm—and must be booked several years in advance so host farms can properly adjust their crop rotation schedules. The event logo changes every year to reflect the host county's unique identity. For 2026, the logo features the outline of Marathon County, the town of Stratford, and dairy cows representing the host farm, No Joke Dairy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mickey-Jo Theatre Reviews
RSC Review Roundup (The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui starring Mark Gatiss and The Tempest starring Kenneth Branagh)

Mickey-Jo Theatre Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 24:56


Last weekend Mickey-Jo headed to the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford upon Avon to watch two strikingly different pieces of theatre in one day.These were: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, starring Mark Gatiss, and The Tempest starring Kenneth Branagh.Check out this double bill review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of these two plays...• 00:00 | introduction01:46 | The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui 11:10 | The Tempest 23:59 | conclusion About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

White Oak Baptist Church
Guest Speaker: Eddie Lapina-Hyles Anderson College - Audio

White Oak Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 24:06


White Oak Baptist Church of Stratford, CT is a loving, Christ-centered Church engaging our community in a powerful way. To learn more about our church and how you can connect, please visit http://www.whiteoakbc.org

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Activity Quest
Butterfly Bonanza! Stratford-upon-Avon and Butterfly Spotting

Activity Quest

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 15:36


Host Bex takes us along with Adam for a magical trip to the Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm. Experience what it’s like to step into the tropics even in the middle of a British winter, where it’s always warm and hundreds of butterflies flutter all around. Adam chats to William Gorst, horticulturist and tour guide, who shares how the butterflies live, feed, and transform from caterpillars to magnificent adults. Plus, we learn fascinating facts like how the Mayans saw butterflies as ancestors visiting us, and why you should always handle these delicate insects with care. Then, we put our butterfly-spotting skills to the test with Dan from Butterfly Conservation, focusing on the Red Admiral — an amazing British butterfly that’s bold, bright, and active even in winter! Discover the science behind their vibrant wings, how climate change is helping them survive UK winters, and what you can plant to make your garden a butterfly havenJoin Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Should WI Livestock Operators Worry About Screw Worm - Curt Larson - Equity Coop

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 50:00


The loss of a crop is awful. The loss of a tradition, even more painful. This year's erratic weather has caused some Wisconsin strawberry growers to rethink their plan. Kiley Allan gets the story from Danielle Clark of Mayberry Farms in Mayville. Their strawberry harvest is over before it started. They have pick-your-own strawberries, honeybees, row crops, and a newly planted apple orchard, backyard livestock collection of chickens and show lambs, makes skincare with farm grown ingredients such as strawberries, beeswax, tallow and lard. Agronomist believes Phytophthora attacked their plants - putting an end to their season before it started. Clark says they had a little last year, but removed diseased plants but because soil doesn't drain well and the spring was cool and wet it accelerated it to a total loss. One of their brand pillars is authenticity, so Danielle felt it was important to give the community an open and honest announcement that they would not have pick your own strawberries this year. She felt it was important to give enough time to digest the information and determine where they will go instead. The farm was met with an overwhelming amount of support from the community. The farm will convert the affected soil to an apple orchard expansion. Rain is just starting to move into Wisconsin this morning. Stu Muck says it'll hang around through the day Friday, but allow for a beautiful weekend of drier weather. What do Wisconsin livestock owners need to think about regarding New World Screw Worm? Curt Larson, president and CEO of Equity Livestock Sales Association in Baraboo feels confident that Texas has the insect under control. Larson says market disruption so far has been minimal. He also says the chances of the insect making it to Wisconsin are thin. Still, for Wisconsin livestock operators that house/grow/breed their animals in other states, thinking through possible quarantine restrictions is not a bad plan. Pam Jahnke visits with Larson. The state's largest outdoor agriculture event depends on volunteers, weather and commercial exhibitors. How's the 2026 show coming together? Stephanie Hoff gets a preview from Janet Keller, general manager, Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. Wisconsin Farm Technology Days is currently managing a "critical mass" of calls from potential exhibitors and sponsors to build the schedule and finalize the official program. The organization recently expanded its small staff by hiring Kate Borren as program coordinator and Abby George to handle financial bookkeeping. Unlike most other agricultural shows, this event moves to a different site within the state. Reorganized in 2023 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the show’s mission focuses on education and resources for agriculture, health, safety, and food sourcing for both farmers and consumers. The event requires a minimum of 200 acres to host—ideally on a modern dairy farm—and must be booked several years in advance so host farms can properly adjust their crop rotation schedules. The event logo changes every year to reflect the host county's unique identity. For 2026, the logo features the outline of Marathon County, the town of Stratford, and dairy cows representing the host farm, No Joke Dairy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Inside Wisconsin Farm Technology Days

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 7:31


Janet Keller, general manager of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, gives Stephanie Hoff a behind-the-scenes look at the massive undertaking that is this unique show. The event is July 14-16 at No Joke Dairy in Stratford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Veterans Museum

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 18:54


Gerry Mucci joined Melissa at the Blue Sky Diner to talk about the Stratford Veterans Museum and some of the help they may need.For More Information: https://stfdveteransmuseum.org/

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Mayor David Chess

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 9:19


Mayor David Chess joined Melissa at the Blue Sky Diner to take part in the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to give an update on what's going on in Stratford.

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Friends Of Boothe Park

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 7:02


If you've ever had your picture taken in Stratford, chances are, it was at Boothe Park. Melissa welcomed the friends of Boothe Park to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to talk about what's going on at Boothe Park.

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Sikorsky

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 8:13


One of the biggest companies in Connecticut is located here in Stratford, that of course, is Sikorsky and as such, we welcomed them back to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour!

WICC 600
Melissa in the Morning: Sissy

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 12:23


We're back at the Blue Sky Diner in Stratford for the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour and there's no better way to kick off the festivities (on the deck this year!) than by talking to one of the owners, Sissy!

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Teachers

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 15:59


Melissa welcomed a couple of teachers from Stratford to talk about the end of the year festivities for schools as well as some of the changes that are coming to schools from the legistlature. Thank you to the Connecticut Educators Association for letting them represent the teachers at the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour!

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Superintendent

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 9:45


Teachers aren't the only ones who the spotlight at the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. Heather Borges, the Superintendent of Schools for Stratford also took part in the diner tour!

WICC 600
Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Day

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 6:47


Ahead of this weekends Main Street Festival and Stratford Day, we welcomed Stephanie Philips, the festival organizer, to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to talk about the event. "The Voice of Connecticut" WICC 600 AM and 95.9 FM will be there in attendance. For More Information: https://www.townofstratford.com/page/main-street-festival

City Breaks
Exploring Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon

City Breaks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 32:36


This final episode in our Stratford-Upon-Avon mini-series revolves around all things theatrical. First, there's a little  history on where in the town Shakespeare found his inspiration, then there are 'visits' to all three Royal Shakespeare venues as well as information on the company's museum of props and costumes. Whether you want to discover Stratford's theatres, see a play or learn more about life behind the scenes, all you need to know is here. Reading Suggestions Know-it-All Shakespeare Edited by Ros Barber and Mark Rylance The Man who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench    Fools and Mortals by Bernard Cornwell Links for this post The Royal Shakespeare Company   The 3 Stratford theatres   RSC information on Shakespeare    RSC Public costume hire   The Play's the Thing (exhibition)     City Breaks: all the history and culture you'd research for yourself if you had the time! Check our website to find more episodes from our Stratford-Upon-Avon mini-series or to browse our back catalogue of other cities which are well worth visiting:  https://www.citybreakspodcast.co.uk We love to receive your comments and suggestions!  You can e mail us at citybreaks@citybreakspodcast.co.uk And if you like what you hear, please do post comments or a review wherever you downloaded this episode.  That would be a big help!   

White Oak Baptist Church
For I am Not Ashamed! - Audio

White Oak Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 48:40


White Oak Baptist Church of Stratford, CT is a loving, Christ-centered Church engaging our community in a powerful way. To learn more about our church and how you can connect, please visit http://www.whiteoakbc.org

WICC 600
Melissa in the Morning: Latest with Success Village Finances

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 14:57


We checked in with receiver, Attorney Barry Knott, about the latest financial news surrounding Success Village in Bridgeport and Stratford. 

White Oak Baptist Church
Remember Lot's Wife - Audio

White Oak Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 59:55


White Oak Baptist Church of Stratford, CT is a loving, Christ-centered Church engaging our community in a powerful way. To learn more about our church and how you can connect, please visit http://www.whiteoakbc.org

Galway Bay FM - Sports
HORSE RACING: 'Saturday Six' with George McDonagh (30th May 2026)

Galway Bay FM - Sports

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 4:33


Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Listowel and Tramore (30th May 2026). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Chester, Carlisle, Beverley, Catterick, Lingfield and Stratford. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

WICC 600
Melissa in the Morning: Raid at Success Village

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 20:59


Earlier this week, there was an FBI raid at Success Village. Two units at the 900+ unit complex between Bridgeport and Stratford was raided and we were told the units are tied to the ex-president of the co-op board handling finances for the complex. We spoke with Attorney Darnell Crosland who represents Ty Bird, the man in question following the FBI activity this week.Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

White Oak Baptist Church
God Afflicts Us for Our Growth - Audio

White Oak Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 35:11


White Oak Baptist Church of Stratford, CT is a loving, Christ-centered Church engaging our community in a powerful way. To learn more about our church and how you can connect, please visit http://www.whiteoakbc.org

jesus christ church growth stratford white oak baptist church
#onpoli, a TVO podcast
Should governments subsidize Ontario's auto sector?

#onpoli, a TVO podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 53:57


Newly released TTC documents suggest that Metrolinx is not immune to long delays and cost overruns in building new Toronto transit. The province had taken over planning, saying the city was taking too long to build essential infrastructure. So, why the delays? And what happens now? Hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break down the findings and explain how confidential documents will still find the light of day, despite recent changes to freedom of information legislation. Then JMM breaks down how the city of Stratford has launched a Charter challenge to the provincial government's so-called strong mayor powers. Does Stratford have a case? And, with Honda announcing that it's bailing on a $15-billion investment for Alliston, the local MP Adam Chambers joins the show to discuss the advisability of continuing public support for the auto sector. In Your Column, My Column, the hosts discuss whether the latest national electricity white paper has any bearing on a provincial file and what, if anything, we can expect to hear about the fallout from the Liberal nomination race in Scarborough Southwest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WICC 600
Melissa in the Morning: Army Engine Plant Property

WICC 600

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 16:42


Master planning for the revitalization of the 77-acre former Army Engine Plant property in Stratford has begun. We spoke with Peter Cabrera, a principal and Executive Vice President of Point Stratford Renewal. We learned more about the property and how you can be part of the future vision for it.For the survey and more information: www.pointstratford.com

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio
Stratford Festival's Antoni Cimolino loves Shakespeare “more than ever”

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 33:39


Antoni Cimolino is beginning his final season as the artistic director of Ontario's Stratford Festival, the largest repertory theatre company in North America. Antoni started working at Stratford as an actor in 1988, eventually becoming a director at the festival, and then moving up to the role of artistic director in 2012. He joins Tom to talk about his life in theatre, the challenges he's faced along the way, and why he's chosen The Tempest as his Shakespearean swan song.

How Do You Say That?!
Toby Ricketts: The One with the Crashing Spaceship!

How Do You Say That?!

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 33:49


In ep 174 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Toby Ricketts joins Sam and Mark in a special as-live episode from the One Voice Conference 2026 in Stratford upon Avon. We talk about commmercial scripts that seem a bit abstract, and do a four handed script that plunges us into a sci-fi crisis! There's a studio/hotel bedroom audience of voice actors, and it's all on video too - so make sure you check our YouTube channel to see us in action - https://www.youtube.com/@howdoyousaythatThe wildcards are chosen by our audience - and there's real peril from ten thousand feet, a real-estate nightmare, and an unusual bird sighting!Our question this week comes from Ben Wake in the audience, asking about accents you wear like a glove.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Hey. The Earth moves. We respond.Macro to micro. Systems rebuild, forms transform.The world's being reshaped. Constantly.Make sustainability real.Fifty years. One mission:Turn imagination into reality.Where science meets craftsmanship—Endless R&D. Relentless breakthroughs.From chemical to physical. From supplier to partner.We don't follow. We lead trends.Physical foaming with jet-speed expansion. Efficient and integrated.Elevating material performance.More elastic and controllable.Stable and comfortable.Strong and recyclable.All-in-one machine.Redefining next-gen manufacturing.Modular, customizable, scalable.Our platform. Your creativity.Across industries and possibilities.We co-create solutions.This moment. React.We shape change.We drive transformation.WE LEAD NEXTWE ARE KINGSTEELScript 2NARRATOR INTRODUCTION:The year is 2367, and chaos reigns. The Earth - dying from climate collapse - is lost forever. Humanity has spread to the stars. Scout ships with minimal crews are sent into the cosmos to seek out viable worlds. The rest of humankind sleeps in cryogenic stasis aboard vast colony ships that will require decades, even centuries, to reach their new homes.This is the beginning of The Scattering. The Great Human Exodus.STRICKLAND [yelling]Stick's dead, I've lost all control, we're coming in way too hot. Kordek, what have you got back there?KORDEK [yelling, clearly frustrated]I don't know, Strickland, the engine's going critical, safeties failing. It's as if the entire system just crashed.COMPUTERWARNING…WARNING…KORDEK [yelling, panic setting in]Drive failsafes collapsing, containment overrides down, we've got an intermix chamber bleed and no way to reroute.BONAR [yelling, sarcastic]ENGLISH!KORDEK [yelling]We're about three minutes from becoming a small sun!BONAR [yelling]Yeah - well, I've got some news on that three-minute deadline! We're going to crash in one!STRICKLAND [yelling]Get to the lifepods! Now. Move, move! Abandon ship. Go!COMPUTER VOICELaunching Lifepod. Launching Lifepod.STRICKLANDMy God, I didn't honestly expect that to work. I can't believe we're alive.KORDEKThose life pods are re-enforced titanium alloy, and the inertia gel is rated for hypersonic impacts…..BONARYeah. No one cares, Kordek. We're alive, that's what matters.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Toby Ricketts is a multi-award-winning voiceover artist specialising in British, Australian, New Zealand, American and Global international non-regional or mid-Atlantic voice overs. Woof! In the last 25 years of his career, Toby has managed to create a global client base of big-name brands and loyal customers - and pretty much all from his secluded hi-tech studio deep in the New Zealand jungle.Just a few of his impressive clients include Facebook, VISA, Samsung, BMW, Audi, Lexus, Airbus, Lenovo and Google. As well as lecturing on Voiceover topics at international conferences (this one included), Toby has been nominated for 5 SOVAS awards, and has won 7 One Voice Awards, including Male Voiceover of the Year twice in 2018 and 2019, and a GEMA Award in 2025.Toby's websiteToby on FacebookToby on InstaToby's YouTube channelResources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!About your hosts:With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world's biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House.Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffinMany thanks to our studio audience... especially Kate De Quidt, Karen Esposito and Ben Wake.

RealAgriculture's Podcasts
Hairtex keeps barn odours out of hair and clothing

RealAgriculture's Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 4:06


For dairy farmers spending long hours in the barn, odour that lingers on clothing and hair long after chores are done is a familiar frustration. But there’s a solution, thanks to a German company with roots in dairy farming that designs clothing specifically made to solve the problem. At the Canadian Dairy XPO in Stratford,... Read More

Extraordinary Creatives
Beyond the White Cube: How The Line Brings Art into Everyday Life with Sarah Carrington

Extraordinary Creatives

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 55:10


Today's episode takes us out of the white cube and into the open air. My guest is Sarah Carrington, Director of The Line, the public art trail connecting Greenwich to Stratford along the waterways of East London. If you've ever stumbled across an unexpected sculpture beside a canal, or discovered art while simply walking through the city, then you already understand the quiet magic of what The Line does. With more than two decades working across curating, public art and cultural strategy, Sarah has helped shape an organisation dedicated to bringing art into people's everyday lives. In this conversation, we explore what it really takes to bring ambitious public artworks into being, how commissions evolve over years, and how artists can begin building relationships with organisations like The Line. If you're curious about working in the public realm or simply love the idea of discovering art as you move through the city, this episode offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes. And Sarah and I are also inviting you to meet us in person. On Monday 13 July 2026, we'll be hosting a special Membership event at Cody Dock, where Sarah will introduce the thinking behind The Line, share insights into commissioning public art, and highlight key works along the route before we walk together through the sculptures. If that sounds like your kind of day, please do click the link in the show notes to join the Membership or visit cerihand.com to join us. For now, settle in and enjoy this conversation with Sarah Carrington. KEY TAKEAWAYS When art lives in the places we walk every day, like The Line does, it stops being somewhere we “go” and becomes something we live alongside. The work comes alive on the viewers terms. The best public artworks don't just decorate a place. They provoke questions. They connect people. They create moments where strangers stop, look, and talk to one another. Public art is a long game: you build relationships, stay with it, and you don't treat the first “no” as the final word - you innovate and adapt. BEST MOMENTS “When they come to The Line, they connect with one another, and they connect with themselves in a new way.” “That great public art doesn't appear overnight. Behind every sculpture or installation, you encounter in the landscape are years of thinking, research, partnerships, and conversations.” EPISODE RESOURCES https://the-line.org HOST BIO With over 35 years in the art world, Ceri has worked closely with leading artists and arts professionals, managed public and private galleries and charities, and curated more than 250 exhibitions and events. She has sold artworks to major museums and private collectors and commissioned thousands of works across diverse media, from renowned artists such as John Akomfrah, Pipilotti Rist, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Vito Acconci. Now, she wants to share her extensive knowledge with you, so you can excel and achieve your goals. ** Ceri Hand Coaching Membership: Group coaching, live art surgeries, exclusive masterclasses, portfolio reviews, weekly challenges. Access our library of content and resource hub anytime and enjoy special discounts within a vibrant community of peers and professionals. Ready to transform your art career? Join today! https://cerihand.com/membership/ ** Unlock Your Artworld Network Self Study Course Our self-study video course, "Unlock Your Artworld Network," offers a straightforward 5-step framework to help you build valuable relationships effortlessly. Gain the tools and confidence you need to create new opportunities and thrive in the art world today. https://cerihand.com/courses/unlock_your_artworld_network/ ** Book a Discovery Call Today To schedule a personalised 1-2-1 coaching session with Ceri or explore our group coaching options, simply email us at hello@cerihand.com **** Discover Your Extraordinary Creativity Visit www.cerihand.com to learn how we can help you become an extraordinary creative. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Keen On Democracy
Never Trust a Handsome Soldier: Becky Holmes on the Past, Present and Future of Fraud

Keen On Democracy

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 46:16


“Fraud makes up between 40 and 50 percent of all crime in the UK. Police resource dedicated to fraud: 1 percent. No country is giving fraud the attention it deserves.” — Becky Holmes Was Shakespeare a fraud? Possibly, says Becky Holmes, the Stratford-upon-Avon-based writer and the lady behind the X account @deathtospinach. She should know. Best known as the author of Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You, a cult hit among the romance fraud crowd, Holmes' latest book is The Future of Fraud. It's a short, sharp, witty history and anatomy of fraud, from the first recorded case in ancient Greece to today's AI-enabled deepfakes and romance scams. Holmes' most alarming statistic is that fraud accounts for between 40 and 50 percent of all crime in the United Kingdom, while only 1% of police resources are dedicated to investigating it. No wonder so few fraudsters are ever prosecuted. Holmes wants more Sherlocks. She wants fraud awareness on every school curriculum. And she wants our language to change. No, you didn't “fall for” a scam. Your money was stolen from you. As if you were mugged on the street or your home was broken into. The internet was bad enough for fraud. But AI, she warns, offers online criminals even more opportunity. It's not just Keanu Reeves who isn't in love with you. Never trust a handsome soldier, she says. Especially a virtual one. Five Takeaways •       The First Recorded Fraud: 300 BC, Greece: A Greek merchant took out an insurance policy on his boat, borrowed money, and planned to sink it and collect the proceeds. It didn't go according to plan. But the basic structure — a false representation designed to extract money or goods from another party — has not changed in 2,300 years. Every fraud since, from the South Sea Bubble to Bernie Madoff to AI-enabled romance scams, is a variation on the same theme: getting something from someone by not telling the truth. •       AI Has Erased All the Red Flags: Holmes used to advise romance fraud victims and potential victims: if he won't do a video call, that's suspicious. If the voice sounds wrong, that's suspicious. If he can't meet in person, that's suspicious. AI has rendered all of these warnings useless. You can now have a fully convincing video call, voice message, and real-time conversation with someone who doesn't exist. Deepfakes mean you can't even trust what your eyes tell you. The “red flags” that protected fraud victims for thirty years are gone. •       40 to 50 Percent of Crime, 1 Percent of Resource: In the United Kingdom, fraud accounts for between 40 and 50 percent of all recorded crime. Police resources dedicated to investigating fraud: 1 percent. Holmes cites a comparable US statistic: in one state, there were millions of people and ten police officers dedicated to cybercrime — and not one of them did it as their primary job. No country, Holmes argues, is giving fraud the attention it deserves. The gap between the scale of the problem and the resources devoted to it is not a funding issue. It is a political choice. •       You Didn't Lose Your Money. It Was Taken from You: Holmes has a crusade about language. The phrase “fell for a scam” implies the victim's credulity caused the loss. “Lost their money” implies carelessness. Both are wrong: in fraud, money is taken by a deliberate criminal act. Holmes wants the language changed because language shapes understanding, and understanding shapes policy. If fraud victims are seen as complicit in their own victimhood, society finds it easier to underfund investigation and under-prosecute offenders. Reclaiming the language is not symbolic. It is strategic. •       Fraud Awareness Should Be on Every School Curriculum: Holmes's most concrete prescription. Every person on the planet will encounter fraud at some point. Teaching children to recognise it should be as basic as teaching them to cross the road safely. It should be age-appropriate: fraud awareness around gaming sites and online chat when children first go online; around bank accounts and credit cards when they turn eighteen; around investment fraud at university level. The alternative — leaving it to parents, who are often themselves uneducated about fraud — is not good enough. The next generation of fraudsters is already on the gaming headsets. About the Guest Becky Holmes is the creator of the X account @deathtospinach, a fraud prevention speaker and writer, and the author of The Future of Fraud (Melville House, April 2026) and Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You: The Murky World of Online Romance Fraud. She lives in Stratford-upon-Avon. References: •       The Future of Fraud by Becky Holmes (Melville House, April 2026). •       Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You: The Murky World of Online Romance Fraud by Becky Holmes (Unbound, 2024). •       Episode 2890: Anja Shortland on Dark Screens — ransomware as the companion episode on the booming business of cybercrime. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters: (00:31) - Introduction: Was Shakespeare a fraud? (01:35) - Everyone has been into fraud at some point in history (01:44) - What is fraud? A working definition (02:41) - Anja Shortland and the British women and fraud connection (03:16) - How Becky got into fraud: handsome soldiers on Twitter during lockdown (03:32) - @deathtospinach: the origin of the handle (04:53) - Where does romance fraud end and marketing oneself begin? (05:27) - Motive is the line: wanting money from a relationship (06:09) - Fraud for sex and power: a different kind of romance fraud (06:50) - The spinach debate: raw vs. cooked (...

Scummy Mummies - Podcast
335: Dame Mama G on panto, BGT and Bungle from Rainbow

Scummy Mummies - Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 49:15


She's Britain's favourite pantomime dame (oh no she isn't, etc) - it's Mama G! Join us for a hilarious chat covering everything from panto and children's books to lesbian grandmas and Irene from Home and Away. We delve deep into Mama G's origin story, and find out how she got started in the panto game. What was it like to play Bungle in the Rainbow stage show, and what happened when she met the one from the telly? And is Zippy a dick in real life? We also talk about Mama G's experience of leading a team of dames to the semi-final on Britain's Got Talent. What's Simon Cowell like when the cameras are off? And what's her one regret about appearing on the show?For more from Mama G, follow her on Instagram @mamagstories. Her latest book, The Proudest Bird in the World, is out in July, but you can preorder now. And you can see her brilliant show at the Edinburgh Fringe this August. We are on tour! See you soon, Stratford and South Norwood! Then we're visiting all sorts of venues all over the country right up till 2027. Yes, INCLUDING MANCHESTER AND NORWICH! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. WE HAVE A SHOP! Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, and sweatshirts. FREE UK DELIVERY! We're on Instagram and Facebook @scummymummies. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freedom, Books, Flowers & the Moon

This week, Russell Williams on the French writers laying down their pens; and John-Paul Stonard hails a bravura production of Bertolt Brecht.The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, until May 30Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scummy Mummies - Podcast
334: People pleasing, sex, and Giles Brandreth, with Bryony Gordon

Scummy Mummies - Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 54:53


How do you stop being a people pleaser? Is it wrong to pee in the shower? And how do you end up having a fight with Giles Brandreth? Helping us to answer all these questions is the brilliant Bryony Gordon.Bryony tells us all about her new novel, People Pleaser, which is out on Thursday. Helen reveals how she learned to ask for what she wants, and Ellie explains how it has made their relationship stronger. We talk about the pros and cons of rawdogging your emotions, and whether you can be 80 per cent sober. There's also a bit of chat about shagging, and of course Scummy Mummy Confessions, in which Helen manages to leave Bryony actively disgusted. Follow Bryony on Instagram @bryonygordon. Her latest book is available to pre-order now. Helen's new book is OUT NOW - it's a hopeful, brutally honest and witty guidebook for navigating big hard life things. How to Face Big Change is out now in Hardback, Audiobook and eBook. We are on tour! See you soon Cambridge, Stratford and South Norwood! Then we're visiting all sorts of venues all over the country right up till 2027. Yes, INCLUDING MANCHESTER AND NORWICH! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. WE HAVE A SHOP! Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, and sweatshirts. FREE UK DELIVERY! We're on X, Instagram, and Facebook @scummymummies. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.