Podcasts about Strictly Come Dancing

What happens when you stop living for everyone else and start living for yourself? In this honest and inspiring conversation, Sarah Jayne Dunn opens up about leaving Hollyoaks, finding her voice in her 40s, embracing reinvention and refusing to let fear or judgement dictate her choices. Sarah shares the reality behind the headlines, discussing motherhood, confidence, people-pleasing, OnlyFans, friendships, social media, body confidence and the importance of creating a life that works for you and your family. The conversation also explores the power of women supporting women, the confidence she's found through pole fitness, her coaching journey, and why she's determined to encourage others to embrace their authentic selves. Plus, Sarah reveals her dream of appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and explains why she's finally putting that ambition out into the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheree sits down for a korero with Sewing for Success' Charlie Leggett to talk about sustainability in fashion, mending, and her career as a costumer on major productions like Bridgerton, the Hobbit and Strictly Come Dancing.Learn more about Sewing for Success here: Sewing for Success – Joining the threads of the community

This week former Strictly Come Dancing champion Chris McCausland pirouettes onto the podcast to talk training to be a spy, his lifelong passion for Liverpool FC, the Strictly surprise and his passion for maths in sport. Plus, his book Keep Laughing is out now in paperback. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sam's been spotted at the Palace THREE times in one week… has he moved in or just stalking at this point?PLUS, Sam admits he's secretly jealous of Pete and Grime Gran's relationship, relives the moment he nearly poo'd himself during the Hackney Half, and celebrates becoming a Sunday Times Best Seller!!!!AND the boys give their real take on the new Strictly Come Dancing presenters, Sam discusses his awkward blunder live on Lorraine, and the boys give their chaotic predictions for Molly-Mae's baby gender and baby names...00:00 Introduction and Royal Garden Party08:41 Sam's a Sunday Times Best Seller12:57 Soccer Aid and Training17:02 The Hackney Half Marathon Disaster25:50 Tea with Grime Gran27:13 Football Fan Culture30:50 Strictly Come Dancing Hosts34:16 Paris as an Influencer hotspot37:18 Fashion Trends and Mango X Hailey Beiber42:47 Molly Mae's baby and name predictions—

In this episode we talk about the big news of the week - Josh Widdicombe is the new co-host of Strictly Come Dancing! Elsewhere, Rob is back from filming The Traitors and does some superb parenting. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting Hell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a Spotify Podcast, new video episodes available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Metropolitan Police says it is sending evidence to the Crown Prosecution Service for a decision on criminal charges, in relation to the Grenfell Tower fire, for 57 individuals and 20 companies and organisations. Also: The Transport Secretary says the HS2 high speed rail link may end up costing more than a hundred billion pounds. And three presenters have been chosen to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as the hosts of Strictly Come Dancing.

TV personality Millie Mackintosh joins Spooning With Mark Wogan this week.Millie gets candid about her upbringing in a family run deli, sharing how those early experiences shaped her. She opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD as a teenager including the challenges that followed and how she turned to alcohol as a way of coping. Plus, Millie also explains the signs of a panic attack she experiences and what it really feels like in the moment. Finally, we talk showbiz with Millie as we reflect on her days on Made In Chelsea and if she is taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2026.Food served:Guilty Pleasure- Wotsits Taste Test- Kounoupi olive oil Spoon One- Spaghetti alla Jacky OSpoon Two- Smacked CucumberMillie's drink Bad Drunk is out to buy now.This episode contains themes on alcohol abuse. For more information visit: www.drinkaware.co.uk Senior Podcast Producer: Johnny SeifertVisual Producer: Adam BradleyThis is a news Broadcasting Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What We Learned from Hulu’s “Get Real” Event | Reality Flash Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we’ll bring the news to you in a flash! Mike Bloom and guest Matt Liguori as they unpack Hulu’s “Get Real” event and its flurry of reality TV announcements. This episode dives into the latest cast reveals, show spin-offs, and shifting alliances shaping upcoming seasons on Dancing with the Stars, Vanderpump Villa, and more. Mike and Matt bring both insight and enthusiasm as they discuss new faces joining familiar shows, the crossover of Bravo personalities, and what these changes mean for reality TV fans this year. Mike and Matt break down the Hulu event’s biggest reveals, starting with the new cast members joining the next season of Dancing with the Stars, Maura Higgins (The Traitors) and Ciara Miller (Summer House), both coming off high-drama stints on The Traitors and Summer House. They debate the ripple effects of these picks, from fan reactions to speculation about whether other Traitors stars, like Rob Rausch (The Traitors, Love Island USA) or Boston Rob (Survivor, The Traitors), could appear on future seasons. The conversation moves into the details of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, a spin-off judged by Mark and Shirley Ballas (Dancing with the Stars and Strictly Come Dancing, respectively), and the ongoing evolution of how pros are chosen. The hosts also spotlight upcoming projects, such as Project Runway’s drag queen collaborations, Khloé Kardashian’s (The Kardashians) friend-focused series, and Stassi Schroeder’s (Vanderpump Rules, Vanderpump Villa) new spinoff following her post-Vanderpump Rules journey. They address the proliferation of reality show crossovers, the outrageous cast of Hulu’s The Mob (featuring Bruno Tonioli (Dancing with the Stars), Joe Gorga (The Real Housewives of New Jersey), and Willam (RuPaul’s Drag Race)), and discuss the expanding Secret Lives of Mormon Wives universe, including a brand new spin-off and speculation around Taylor Frankie Paul’s (The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) involvement. Highlights from this episode: Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller join Dancing with the Stars, sparking discussion about fandom crossovers and strategic casting choices Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro brings reality competition to the pro-dancer selection process, with insider speculation about its impact Project Runway and House of Stassi expand the Bravo and drag race crossover, blurring lines between network and streaming shows The Mob introduces a wild, genre-bending celebrity cast, signaling the next phase of reality show mashups The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives franchise expands despite controversy, with Matt and Mike speculating on future directions for the cast and format As reality TV continues to mix stars, platforms, and formats, the season ahead brims with new matchups and fresh drama. What new alliances and rivalries will emerge as these shows cross-pollinate casts and concepts? Catch the full episode for all the insights, hot takes, and predictions on the future of your favorite unscripted series. 0:00 Disney's “Get Real” Event Unveiled 6:00 Maura and Ciara Join DWTS 12:00 Summer House Scandal Fuels Casting 18:00 New “Next Pro” DWTS Series 23:00 Project Runway's Reality Crossover Cast 30:00 Hulu's The Mob Cast Revealed 36:00 Mormon Wives Spin-Off Announced 41:00 Bachelor Franchise Pauses Until 2027 46:00 Reality TV Worlds Converge Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don’t miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to The Reality Flash podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

An unedited version of Ep. 76 with comedian Sean Walsh. Now 20 mins longer!Seann Walsh has appeared on Live at the Apollo three times, The Wheel, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Last Leg, The Stand Up Sketch Show, Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled, World's Most Dangerous Roads, Battle in the Box and Series 22 of I'm a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, Strictly Come Dancing and just stared in I'm A Celebrity South Africa. Seann also hosts a trilogy of podcasts: Oh My Dog alongside Jack Dee, where they interview a special guest all about their relationships with their beloved dogs. Class Clown, which since its launch has cemented itself firmly up the charts. Seann's self-produced YouTube stand-up specials Back From The Bed, Kiss, and Seann Walsh is Dead, Happy Now? have together amassed over a million views, and cemented Seann's status as one of the best stand-up comedians in the country. Seann's acting credits include The Lovebox in Your Living Room, Clown, and The Bystanders, which won him the award for Best Actor (Feature Film) at the 2023 Sydney Science Fiction Film Festival. He also made his Shakespearean debut in 2024, playing Malvolio in Twelfth Night at Stafford Gatehouse, and 2024 also saw him take on the role of Yvan in a regional UK tour of the multi -award winning play ART directed by Iqbal Khan, earning Seann five star reviews for both plays.Seann Walsh is our guest in episode 580 of My Time Capsule and he chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .For tickets to Seann's tour and his podcasts, visit - https://www.seannwalsh.com .Follow Seann Walsh on Instagram: @seannwalsh .Follow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter/X & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter/X: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people .To support this podcast and get all episodes ad-free, please sign up here - https://mytimecapsule.supercast.com. All money goes straight into the making of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got mail! Jonathan and Honey answer your questions about cinema, films, family and everything in between. This week, the pair discuss the characters they miss once a series is over: Succession, Breaking Bad and Broad City top the charts, Jonathan's warning not to reconnect with school friends on Facebook, and what would convince Jonathan to brave Strictly Come Dancing?Let us know what you think! You can get involved by following us on Instagram and sending us a DM on @reeltalkrossThanks for listening. Listen and subscribe to Reel Talk wherever you get your podcasts.We'll be taking a quick break from the podcast next week - see you back here the following Monday!

Oliver chats to Chris McCausland who made history as the first blind contestant ever to take part in Strictly Come Dancing and win it!

It's not been a good week for Bally and Brett after they learn the GC has blocked Bal from Insta! Discussing this week's I'm A Celebrity, Strictly Come Dancing and The Apprentice.

Nigel's guest today is Carlos Gu. Strictly champion Carlos has dazzled professionally on the dancefloor for many years and has been part of the iconic Strictly Come Dancing family since 2022. He became the first openly gay and the first Asian dancer to win the show. Originally from China where he grew up hiding his sexuality, he moved to the UK to be free, authentic and to express his real self in a way that he couldn't do back in China. He also taught himself English by watching Downton Abbey and is obsessed with the royal family.This series is a celebration of a beautiful queer community; people of all ages, people who have had to tread their own path to live their real truth, who have fought with their emotions and emerged victorious, who inspire, who aspire and always entertain. Hosted by Nigel May. Every episode Nigel speaks to a person from the LGBTQIA+ rainbow to hear their story; one person, one life, one conversation. And it always guarantees A Gay Old Time!Follow the podcast on TikTok @agayoldtime and on Instagram @agayoldtimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born in Shanxi province, China in 1993 Carlos Gu was raised by his single mother who supported his dancing ambitions which saw him become a Chinese National Champion dancer.He's been competing on a global stage since a young age but in 2022 he received the phone call he'd dreamed of – an invitation to join Strictly Come Dancing and a move to London – somewhere he's always imagined could be his home.His new adopted home gave him a freedom to come-out as a gay man – something he's described as being “reborn and to live the life that I've been dreaming of for years”He's about to set out on tour with fellow Strictly pro Amy Dowden – the show is called ‘Reborn 2.0' a deeply personal show that tells the story of second-chapters and new beginnings. The timing is perfect – as his dream gig got even better last Christmas when he partnered Karen Carney all the way to the final and lifted the glitterball trophy.What an incredible story... cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The health secretary Wes Streeting has appointed senior midwife Donna Ockenden to lead a review into maternity and neonatal services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The appointment came after a sustained campaign by bereaved and harmed families who said that she was the only one they trusted to lead the review into failings in Leeds. BBC reporter Divya Talwar tells us about breaking the story and Donna Ockenden joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her new appointment as well as her ongoing review into Nottingham university hospitals.We look at the changing gender split in the veterinary profession, 61% of working vets are women and 80% of recently qualified vets - what's behind the shift? Dr Christianne Glossop is Honorary Professor and Honorary Fellow at the Royal Veterinary College and Wales' first Chief Veterinary Officer, she joins Nuala.During World War One, women working in munitions factories formed football teams. They would sometimes play in front of thousands of people, until the Football Association banned women's football in 1921, a ban that lasted for 50 years. This is the focus of a play at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, The Ladies Football club. One of the stars is Ellie Leach, formerly in Coronation Street and who won Strictly Come Dancing in 2023. She joins Nuala alongside director Elizabeth Newman.Dr Amy Blakeway, Senior Lecturer in 16th Century Scottish History at the University of St Andrews, talks to Nuala about the history of the term 'rough wooing', and why she thinks its time we stopped using it.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Helen Fitzhenry

This week's guest is Amy Dowden, who shares her powerful journey through breast cancer, fertility struggles, and mental health challenges, a story of resilience that's messy, ongoing, and real.Amy talks about returning to Strictly Come Dancing just months after chemotherapy, only to realise she was burying her trauma. When health complications forced her off the show, she hit rock bottom, lower than during her cancer treatment, but this became the turning point for true healing.She opens up about the hidden battles she faced: sepsis, fertility decisions just weeks after marriage, and the cruelty of online trolls. But through it all, Amy found unexpected perspective shifts, learning to live with Crohn's disease without constant anxiety, and discovering that recovery isn't solitary, it's built on community and connection.Amy chose to share her journey publicly, not as a perfect survivor, but as someone still figuring it out. This episode is about falling apart, hitting rock bottom, and slowly finding your way forward through small wins, honesty, and refusing to face it alone.This episode covers the following themes: cancer, recovery, vulnerability, and strength.Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu are heading on tour as part of 'Amy and Carlos Reborn' later this year. To purchase tickets, click here: https://www.amyandcarlostour.co.uk/Get Amy's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dancing-Rain-story-courage-resilience/dp/0349442045Heights

We welcome a man with clear rules on food! Chris McCausland is a comedian, author, and Strictly Come Dancing champion. Within minutes of sitting down with Nick and Angela, he's critiquing the Dish chair and explaining the mathematical shape of a Pringle, setting the tone for a brilliantly entertaining episode.  Chris is one of the busiest people on the circuit, with his tour Yonks spanning years, multiple legs, and even multiple shows in a day. Alongside that, his memoir Keep Laughing tells the story of his life, from growing up in Liverpool and losing his sight, through to becoming one of the UK's most loved stand-ups. He tells us how the book came together without a plan, why writing about his early life proved more interesting than his comedy career, and how Strictly opened him up emotionally in ways he never expected.  Chris is greeted with a cold Fentimans ginger beer and salt and vinegar Pringles – his favourite! Next up, Angela served a piping hot cottage pie using a recipe by Martha Collison, with a side of Savoy cabbage. The British classic was paired with a No.1 Viña Lorea Reserva Rioja to complement the rich, savoury meat and creamy potatoes. There is plenty of food chat along the way, from Chris's deep love of Italian dishes like bolognese and pizza (a life-changing discovery at university), to his dedication to sausages on tour, balanced by what he calls “sausage dark days”. We also get into the gamble of hotel eggs, his theory about spice levels, and how mayo has taken over the sandwich market.  As for the cottage pie? A straight 10 from everyone!    You can watch full episodes of Dish on YouTube and on Spotify.  All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes The recipe for the cottage pie was created for Waitrose by Martha Collison. A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish If you want to get in touch with us about anything at all, contact dish@waitrose.co.uk  Dish from Waitrose is made by Cold Glass Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Gilkison has for the past 10 years been the creative force behind the UK's top rating TV show, Strictly Come Dancing, better known around the world as Dancing with the Stars. Jason is an eight-time World Choreographer nominee who has become internationally renowned for his work creating dance spectaculars for the small screen. Katie Derham talks to Jason about his journey from professional dancer to becoming one of the world's top – and most watched – choreographers. TV director Nikki Parsons explains how she and Jason collaborate to translate dance on to the small screen and the particular challenges of choregraphing for the TV cameras. And costume designer Vicky Gill describes the importance of designing costumes that catch the eye. Plus, we go behind the scenes as Jason puts the dancers through their paces to create a showstopper for the final of Strictly Come Dancing 2025.

Rosamund Pike, the Emmy and Golden Globe winner, is known for standout roles in Saltburn, her Oscar nominated lead in Gone Girl, and Made in Dagenham. Next month she stars on the West End stage, coming back to the role of Jessica Parks, the maverick judge at the heart of the National Theatre's hit play Inter Alia, also filmed for NT Live screenings. She joined Anita Rani to discuss her role that explores motherhood, masculinity and the complexities of justice.It's more than a decade since Nadiya Hussain became a household name after winning the Great British Bake Off. Since then, she's fronted her own cookery shows, written more than a dozen cookbooks and a series of children's books. Her latest collection of recipes is called Quick Comforts, and Nadiya joined presenter Clare McDonnell to talk about finding comfort in food, her career so far and lots more.In December 2024, Dominque Pelicot and 46 other men were found guilty of the aggravated rape of his wife Gisèle. Another two were found guilty of attempted rape and a further two were found guilty of sexual assault. Dominque had drugged Gisèle with medication without her knowledge, raped her and invited other men to rape her, filming as they did so. At least another 20 men who took part in these rapes could not be identified. Waving her right to anonymity, Gisèle Pelicot declared that shame has to change sides. Despite her becoming a household name, not only in her native France but around the world, very little was known about Gisèle herself. She has written her memoir, A Hymn to Life, with writer Judith Perrignon and Judith joins Nuala McGovern to discuss.Dr Punam Krishan is a Glasgow based NHS GP and the resident doctor on the BBC's Morning Live programme. Back in 2024 she was a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing where she was the first dancer to perform a Bollywood routine. But six months ago, at the age of 42, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, and has since gone through treatment. She has recently written about how being a doctor didn't prepare her for the experience of being a patient. Dr Punam joined Anita to discuss.Ketamine has become a worryingly popular recreational drug among young people, and the consequences can be devastating. That's according to a specialist NHS clinic which reports that some teenagers suffer such severe bladder damage from taking it, that some rely on incontinence pads. To discuss the implications, Anita was joined by Dr Alison Downey, Consultant Urologist at Mid Staffs NHS Foundation Trust, who is treating young people with ketamine related bladder problems. Also joining them is Eva, who has stopped using ketamine and is receiving support from the hub.The award-winning internationally renowned Welsh harpist and composer Catrin Finch first came to prominence in her early 20s as the official Royal Harpist to King Charles, the-then Prince of Wales. She achieved chart success with her No. 1 recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations and has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras. Catrin, who began playing the harp at just six years old, has a new album, Notes to Self, a series of reflective and deeply personal new tracks she has composed for Katy, her 13-year-old-self. She joined Nuala and performed live in the studio. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Annette Wells

Valentine's weekend may have been and gone, but throughout February we're looking back at some of our favourite couples' conversations from our archive. This week it's Strictly Come Dancing's power couple - Janette Manrara & Aljaž Škorjanec. Hear how their romance bloomed on the touring dance show 'Burn the Floor', why they only row once every three years and the best engagement story we've ever had on the podcast. Enjoy the conversation - we'll be back on Thursday with a brand new episode. Cheers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the early twentieth century, American ragtime and the Parisian tango fuelled a dancing craze in Britain. Public ballrooms were built throughout the country, providing a glamorous setting for dancing. The new English style, defined in the 1920s and followed by the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in the 1930s, ensured that ballroom dancing continued to be the most popular British pastime until the 1960s, rivalled only by cinema. Ballroom: A People's History of Dancing (Reaktion, 2022) by Dr. Hilary French explores the vibrant history of ballroom and Latin dancing: the dances, lavish venues, competitions and influential instructors. It also traces the decline of couple dancing and its resurgence in recent years with the hugely popular TV shows Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose forthcoming book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

It must be February. We know that because the old “Should The PLAYERS Championship be a major” argument has started all over again.   Michael, James and Lewis discuss the merits for and against (mostly against) that idea on this week's episode.   Elsewhere, the guys react to Patrick Reed's latest win and the prospect of a first genuinely mouth-watering Order of Merit race in over 20 years, and there's reaction to LIV finally getting OWGR points (and still being unhappy about it).   Plus, mine shafts, Golf Tenable, and… Strictly Come Dancing?!   Tune-in now!   ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                                    ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredgolf                                                                  ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                                                ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                                  ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                                       Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer 

In the early twentieth century, American ragtime and the Parisian tango fuelled a dancing craze in Britain. Public ballrooms were built throughout the country, providing a glamorous setting for dancing. The new English style, defined in the 1920s and followed by the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in the 1930s, ensured that ballroom dancing continued to be the most popular British pastime until the 1960s, rivalled only by cinema. Ballroom: A People's History of Dancing (Reaktion, 2022) by Dr. Hilary French explores the vibrant history of ballroom and Latin dancing: the dances, lavish venues, competitions and influential instructors. It also traces the decline of couple dancing and its resurgence in recent years with the hugely popular TV shows Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose forthcoming book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In the early twentieth century, American ragtime and the Parisian tango fuelled a dancing craze in Britain. Public ballrooms were built throughout the country, providing a glamorous setting for dancing. The new English style, defined in the 1920s and followed by the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in the 1930s, ensured that ballroom dancing continued to be the most popular British pastime until the 1960s, rivalled only by cinema. Ballroom: A People's History of Dancing (Reaktion, 2022) by Dr. Hilary French explores the vibrant history of ballroom and Latin dancing: the dances, lavish venues, competitions and influential instructors. It also traces the decline of couple dancing and its resurgence in recent years with the hugely popular TV shows Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose forthcoming book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

In the early twentieth century, American ragtime and the Parisian tango fuelled a dancing craze in Britain. Public ballrooms were built throughout the country, providing a glamorous setting for dancing. The new English style, defined in the 1920s and followed by the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in the 1930s, ensured that ballroom dancing continued to be the most popular British pastime until the 1960s, rivalled only by cinema. Ballroom: A People's History of Dancing (Reaktion, 2022) by Dr. Hilary French explores the vibrant history of ballroom and Latin dancing: the dances, lavish venues, competitions and influential instructors. It also traces the decline of couple dancing and its resurgence in recent years with the hugely popular TV shows Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose forthcoming book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music

Guests - Jonathan & Oksana PlateroHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 251 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, professional dancers and educators Jonathan and Oksana Platero share their extensive experience with partnering and lifts. From stints on So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With The Stars, and Strictly Come Dancing, as well as years of teaching on the convention circuit, these two bring both performer and educator perspectives to the conversation!Topics Include:The responsibilities of both the leader and the follower in partneringHow to help dancers develop trust and confidence in each other for liftsThe most misunderstood parts of lifting and being lifted in danceHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceJonathan Platero - @jonplaterodudeOksana Platero - @oksanaplateroCheck out our guest's current projects! Blood Love - A Vampire Pop Opera - get tickets for Jonathan and Oksana's new off-Broadway musical running from February 13-March 29!This episode is sponsored by:Check out IDA Affiliated Dance Competition The Artistry Tour!Visit their website to register for a 2026 event!Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Support the show

This is a preview of a bonus episode! Check out the whole thing on our reasonably-priced Patreon! This week, we're joined by Screen Rot's Jacob Hawley, to talk about his early experiences on the internet, and how its shaped the way he lives online and off. He recalls experiences being yelled at by Dr Who fans, his fascination with the mundane observations made by British blokes on Instagram and TikTok, He also explains the great tragedy of Tom Skinner, the former Apprentice contestant now using mental health walks, a hypnotist and an army of men to try overturn the results of Strictly Come Dancing. Subscribe and support Screen Rot: https://www.patreon.com/thescreenrotpod Follow Jacob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobhawley/?hl=en Check out some of our previous Dilbert coverage here! https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-cc2wb-13ad062 ------- PALESTINE  AID LINKS -You can donate to Medical Aid for Palestinians and other charities using the links below. https://www.map.org.uk/donate/donate https://www.savethechildren.org.uk/how-you-can-help/emergencies/gaza-israel-conflict -Palestinian Communist Youth Union, which is doing a food and water effort, and is part of the official communist party of Palestine https://www.gofundme.com/f/to-preserve-whats-left-of-humanity-global-solidarity -Water is Life, a water distribution project in North Gaza affiliated with an Indigenous American organization and the Freedom Flotilla https://www.waterislifegaza.org/ -Vegetable Distribution Fund, which secured and delivers fresh veg, affiliated with Freedom Flotilla also https://www.instagram.com/linking/fundraiser?fundraiser_id=1102739514947848 -Thamra, which distributes herb and veg seedlings, repairs and maintains water infrastructure, and distributes food made with replanted veg patches https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-thamra-cultivating-resilience-in-gaza -------- PHOEBE ALERT Okay, now that we have your attention; check out her Substack Here! Check out Masters of our Domain with Milo and Patrick, here! -------- Ten Thousand Posts is a show about how everything is posting. It's hosted by Hussein (@HKesvani), Phoebe (@PRHRoy) and produced by Devon (@Devon_onEarth).  

Caroline Frost chats to Shem Law about the best things coming up on the box this week TV: Gladiators, BBC1 Winterwatch, BBC2 Blackshore, BBC4 FROST BITE: What next for Strictly Come Dancing? . . . Happy Viewing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An un-edited version of episode 142 with Lisa Riley, now 30 minutes longer!This is one of our favourite and most emotional episodes with the actor Lisa Riley. Lisa Riley most recency appeared in I'm a Celeb but is best known for playing Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale, reaching the semi-final of the tenth series of Strictly Come Dancing and presenting You've Been Framed before Harry Hill.Lisa Riley is our guest in episode 551 of My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things she'd like to put in a time capsule; four she'd like to preserve and one she'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Follow Lisa Riley on Instagram: @lisajaneriley & Twitter/X: @Reallisariley .Follow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter/X & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter/X: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people .To support this podcast, get all episodes ad-free and a bonus episode every Wednesday of "My Time Capsule The Debrief', please sign up here - https://mytimecapsule.supercast.com. All money goes straight into the making of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year! What do you have planned for 2026? This month we've dug deep in our archive to find the most inspirational guests we could find - it's our New Year's gift to you. To kick us off it's our chat with Sara Davies from 2023. A phenomenally successful business woman she was shot into the public consciousness through shows such as Dragon's Den and Strictly Come Dancing. She always knew she wanted to run a business, but in this conversation you'll hear how her 'won't take no for an answer' attitude opened the doors she needed to open to make a success of her product. On Thursday we'll be back with our first NEW episode of the year - and it's the PERFECT guest for January; Paul McKenna. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pop the champagne, Ed and George are feeling Christmassy in the Political Currency studio, answering some very special questions. Claudia Winkleman asks who the ultimate political traitor is? Who do they pick for 2025… and of all time? Plus, our listeners ask Ed and George about the gifts they have bought for their loved ones - did George ever get David and Sam Cam any wallpaper… and also what books they'd recommend as stocking fillers. Rob Rinder asks George whether he really thinks he could have done better than Ed on Strictly Come Dancing. And he also asks a more serious question: why do they think anti-semitism has been on the rise?Then, seeing as it's the season, a listener asks about Ed and George's favourite Westminster pubs and finally, it's Ed's time to shine as a listener asks for his ultimate Christmas recipes.Thank you so much for all your support in 2025. We have loved hearing from you and we can't wait to hear more of your questions in 2026. Send them to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question.Don't forget to vote for us as the Political Podcast Awards' People's Choice of the Year. Follow the link to vote: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ Thanks for listening. Remember Kitchen Cabinet members get exclusive access to live EMQs recordings, briefings from the team, and an exclusive Political Currency mug

In our pick of the year's best interviews on Access All, we look back at a year of perceptive interviews by Emma Tracey with great people and their great thoughts on living this disabled life. We hear from author of The Vulpine, Polly Crosby, who has cystic fibrosis and tells us she writes "little and often" so she can write comfortably with the condition she has. Comedian Chris McCausland now feels he can talk openly about being blind after the emotional experience of winning Strictly Come Dancing. And comedian Harriet Dyer who is always really open about mental illness tells us about the night she nearly died twice - though it had nothing to do with what was going on in her head. There's even more than that, and each have their own great insights that we recommend wholeheartedly as a Christmas uplift. Yours sincerely, the Access All team Presenter: Emma Tracey Mixed by: Dave O'Neill Produced by Alex Collins Editor: Damon Rose

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv At least 13 photos removed from Justice Department released Epstein files Christmas TV highlights 2025 Stranger Things, Amandaland and Strictly Come Dancing University threatened with legal action after protest at event Gold price climbs above 4,400 to hit record high Major incident declared over Shropshire canal sinkhole Two pairs of Fabletics leggings ended up costing me 5,000 David Walliams dropped from Waterstones Childrens Book Festival Puppy farm and trail hunt ban promised in animal welfare strategy Alleged Bondi gunmen threw tennis ball bomb, new documents say Russian general killed in explosion in Moscow, officials say

In this episode the team discuss their Winners & Losers from Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Newcastle.The team also talk the latest from a weekend of news.RUNNING ORDER:00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts8:27 News: Karen Carney wins Strictly Come Dancing 202510:34 Kingsmeadow Corner: Liverpool 1-9 Chelsea Women19:17 Winners & Losers: Newcastle 2-2 Chelsea57:40 Aston Villa Preview1:04:28 Quaresma's Questions1:05:22 Sidwell's Stamp CollectionIf you have a question for the team then contact them on Twitter at @AtTheBridgePod(This episode was recorded on 22nd December 2025)*** Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/b3arBztQjnThis episode is proudly supported by Head In The Game, a charity using football to support mental health and wellbeing. Check out their free programs at headinthegame.co.uk and follow them on social media to learn more._______________________________________________Get In Touch With Us:Twitter - twitter.com/AtTheBridgePodInstagram - Instagram.com/AtTheBridgePod#CFC #CHELSEA

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Hong Kong billionaire Jimmy Lai tested Chinas limits. It cost him his freedom Enjoying Christmas with our boys is how Ill honour Zo s memory Trail hunting to be banned as part of new animal welfare strategy Weight loss jabs What happens when you stop taking them Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final Winners crowned after Amber Davies, Karen Carney and George Clarke perform one last time Tony Hudgell takes 26 families to visit Lapland this Christmas Why British Jews are experiencing their biggest change in 60 years Minutes silence held to remember Bondi Beach attack victims US seizes vessel in international waters off Venezuelas coast, officials say Universal could take on Disneyland Paris and Europe theme parks

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Whats really going on with flu this winter US seizes vessel in international waters off Venezuelas coast, officials say George joins Prince William in preparing meal for homeless Photo of Andrew lying on laps at Sandringham in new Epstein files Thomas Skinner claims BBC rigged Strictly vote removing him Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final Winners crowned after Amber Davies, Karen Carney and George Clarke perform one last time Blue Origin Engineer becomes first wheelchair user to go to space Survivors are nervous and sceptical about partial Epstein file release Travel plans, food supplies and when are pharmacies open over Christmas Tributes to 16 year old after Loughton Underground Station incident

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv US carries out massive strike against IS in Syria Blank canvas or tone deaf Pantones white Colour of the Year sparks backlash Epstein files What is in the documents released by Department of Justice David Walliams dropped by book publisher HarperCollins Steve Rosenberg Was Putins response to my question about war in Europe an olive branch Strictly Come Dancing final Stars prepare to battle for glitterball trophy Travel plans, food supplies and when are pharmacies open over Christmas Australia was seen as a world leader in gun control Bondi has exposed a more complicated reality Whats really going on with flu this winter Erika Kirk endorses JD Vance for president at conservative event

Chris McCausland is perhaps now best known as the first blind contestant on Strictly Come Dancing and the show's 2024 champion.His famous waltz with dancer Diane Buswell even won a Bafta as the most memorable moment in TV.He first started losing sight as a young boy due to a genetic condition, and was fully blind in his early twenties. But he has never let disability define him.In his latest autobiography, Keep Laughing, Chris details the journey of a boy from Liverpool who goes on to win the hearts of the nation.On this episode of Ways to Change the World, he talks to Krishnan Guru-Murthy about why it was important for him to take part in Strictly Come Dancing, the frustrations and identity challenges he faced as he grappled with losing sight, and how he continues to challenge perceptions.

NOTHING says Christmas like the final of Strictly Come Dancing - and for our 'Cellar' episode this week we're serving up a treat - Head Judge Shirley Ballas. 2026 will be Shirley's 10th year on Strictly after replacing Len Goodman. It's recognition for a lifetime of excellence in dancing, having won multiple British, US, and World Latin American Dance titles. Her ambition in dance has on occasion been a hinderance to her personal relationships, but as you'll hear her positivity is endless and infectious. She gets a definite '10' from us. Enjoy this festive episode - and keeeeeeep listening! Cheers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv King Charles gives post box to Antarctic research staff Strictly Come Dancing finalists confirmed after last elimination Boy, 15, charged with murder after man dies in Ewell alleyway Vigil remembers Bondi victims as police step up security in Jewish communities What we know so far about Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting It was pandemonium Jewish community targeted in Australias deadliest shooting in decades Person of interest detained over Brown University shooting, official says Historic rail viaduct collapses into River Spey Hero who wrestled gun from Bondi shooter named as Ahmed al Ahmed Brown University student on surviving two mass shootings

King Charles and Queen Camilla have been invited to Washington, DC for a State Visit in April at President Trump's request, though the King's health may determine whether he travels. William and Kate are expected to visit the United States in July for America's 250th anniversary, while Harry and Meghan are not expected to take part in any commemorations. Questions are again being asked about royal finances as scrutiny turns to Prince Edward's long-term lease of Bagshot Park. Charles donates £50,000 of his own money toward urgent roof repairs at West Newton Church, a site closely linked to Queen Elizabeth the Second. A Brazilian self-styled “Living Nostradamus” offers dramatic predictions about royal health, family reconciliation, and even Meghan's relationship with Netflix. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor prepares for an eventual move from Royal Lodge and faces uncertainty over where the late Queen's corgis will live. Princess Anne hosts a Christmas tea for veterans, earning praise from guests aged 100 and older. And Mike and Zara Tindall shut down speculation about appearing on Strictly Come Dancing, confirming they'll instead spend Christmas at Sandringham — though perhaps avoiding certain family members.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.

In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole unwrap "Kylie Christmas" - the original 2015 holiday album from Kylie Minogue, packed with festive covers, cozy originals, and guest appearances from Iggy Pop, Frank Sinatra, and James Corden.We dive into the vocals, production, arrangements, and full camp appeal, asking: does this album earn its place among modern pop holiday staples? From "Every Day's Like Christmas" to "Santa Baby", we explore what makes Kylie's first Christmas album a stylish seasonal statement.All of our Kylie episodes!: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd_MfDbJG3bZY3ePJP5rlhvh6P6moLVwy&si=mOAYI3jc-0CcKmupJoin us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:13 - “Kylie Christmas” Album Info2:11 - Album Cover5:01 - “It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”9:06 - “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” feat. Frank Sinatra15:24 - “Winter Wonderland”18:00 - “Christmas Wrapping” with Iggy Pop23:28 - “Only You” with James Corden28:16 - “I'm Gonna Be Warm This Winter”31:43 - “Every Day's Like Christmas”37:41 - “Let It Snow”41:36 - “White December”46:42 - “2000 Miles”50:54 - “Santa Baby”54:59 - “Christmas Isn't Christmas 'Til You Get Here”59:01 - “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”1:03:33 - Cut or Keep1:06:52 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:A Kylie Christmas Live from the Royal Albert Hall 2015 https://youtu.be/nGHmcBeIdFA?si=TQlkV8aZJJV2dc0Z“It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Studio Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pPpxsbqxR8&pp=ygUla3lsaWUgbW9zdCB3b25kZXJmdWwgdGltZSBvZiB0aGUgeWVhcg%3D%3D “Winter Wonderland” Live at the Graham Norton Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLjpFvZQkxE&pp=ygUXa3lsaWUgd2ludGVyIHdvbmRlcmxhbmQ%3D “Only You” Official Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=107C8PMY8cM&pp=ygUOa3lsaWUgb25seSB5b3XSBwkJFQoBhyohjO8%3D “Only You” Live with M. Pokora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kn6LsKITt7Y&pp=ygUOa3lsaWUgb25seSB5b3U%3D“I'm Gonna Be Warm This Winter” Live at Strictly Come Dancing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVIGP7fl1Bs&pp=ygUba3lsaWUgd2FybSB0aGlzIHdpbnRlciBsaXZl“Every Day's Like Christmas” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f37t3m7W-NA&pp=ygUPa3lsaWUgY2hyaXN0bWFz “Let It Snow” Live at Rockefeller Center 2010 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVty8b0jX3M&pp=ygURa3lsaWUgbGV0IGl0IHNub3c%3D “Santa Baby” Live at TOTP 2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYgU7M4ptrc&pp=ygUQa3lsaWUgc2FudGEgYmFieQ%3D%3D “Christmas Isn't Christmas 'Til You Get Here” Studio Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9V4sGPWci0&pp=ygUwa3lsaWUgY2hyaXN0bWFzIGlzbid0IGNocmlzdG1hcyB0aWwgeW91IGdldCBoZXJl

Jem takes to the dancefloor for an episode about Strictly Come Dancing!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Elis and John's stars in the ascendant? Are we on the edge of James and Robins becoming household names? Can you imagine John staring down the camera and gleefully shouting ‘Keep Dancing'?These questions and more are explored as Elis and John put forward their cases to be the next presenters of the BBC's flagship entertainment show, Strictly Come Dancing.Elsewhere it's pure Zeitgeist chat (or should we say Zeitgeest thanks to John's recent music obsession), including: train etiquette, the previous nine Prime Ministers as foods, and what the hell does 6 7 mean?Do you want to back project Elis and John on Strictly? Do you want to share your thoughts on modern-day train etiquette? In short, do you want to contribute to the Zeitgeist? Then get in touch via elisandjohn@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp the show on 07974 293 022.

This weekend American and Chinese officials are meeting to try and ease tensions over trade after China's recent decision to restrict rare-earth exports. How has China gained the upper hand? Anxiety about screen time is focused on young people, but the elderly are addicted to devices too. And the wonder of waltzes, from Strauss to “Strictly Come Dancing”.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weekend American and Chinese officials are meeting to try and ease tensions over trade after China's recent decision to restrict rare-earth exports. How has China gained the upper hand? Anxiety about screen time is focused on young people, but the elderly are addicted to devices too. And the wonder of waltzes, from Strauss to “Strictly Come Dancing”.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant former commonwealth sprinter - Harry Aikines-Aryeetey. A former Commonwealth sprinter and television personality, known for appearing as "Nitro" in the BBC sports endurance competition series Gladiators You can see Harry on the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing. Get your votes in!! NOTE: This episode was recorded before the new series of Strictly began. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie Goldstein is the first person with Down syndrome to ever be on the cover of British Vogue. She's also the first person with DS to ever be on the show, “Strictly Come Dancing” — basically UK's equivalent of “Dancing With The Stars!” Naturally, the internet has A LOT of opinions about it. Today we're diving into a Facebook post full of ableist comments disguised as empathy. And we're wondering: Would these comments be made about a celebrity without an intellectual disability?What is the difference between supporting someone with DS and infantilizing them? How do we change people's minds about this? This is a good one, friends! We'd love to hear what you think! --SHOW NOTESFollow Ellie on Instagram!JOIN THE LUCKY CREWJoin us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVEInterested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information!

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor and comedian - Chris McCausland. Chris first appeared on the show back in August 2021 and it's fair to say a LOT has happened with Chris since then, including winning the last series of Strictly Come Dancing! You can listen to his his first appearance HERE (Series 3 Episode 12) His new autobiography book 'Keep Laughing' is out now. Already one of the country's best loved comedians, Chris McCausland's participation on Strictly was a phenomenon. But how did the boy from Liverpool end up winning the hearts of the nation?This is his remarkable story, of a twenty-five-year journey through sight loss to blindness. Of the highs, the lows and the downright hilarious along the way.From being a lowlife conker dealer, and running his very own bootlegging empire (kind of) . . . to almost becoming a spy for MI5 (really) . . .And of how he dared himself to try stand-up comedy, and ended up being brilliant on all your favourite TV shows.Before, of course, he surprised himself, as well as everybody else, when he tried dancing on live TV in front of millions.Warm, honest, insightful and laugh-out-loud funny, this is the most likeable, cheering and uplifting book of the year! And find all the info on stand-up tour dates and more at: ⁠Chrismccausland.com Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Swiss mountains, handwritten notes left on mountain peaks have been turning scenic climbs into unexpected matchmaking journeys, bringing nature lovers together one hike at a time.Dubbed “Mountain Tinder”, couples are meeting through notebooks tucked into mountaintop letterboxes. The movement is spreading beyond Switzerland, inspiring similar efforts as far away as Argentina. With no swipes or algorithms, it's a love story written in the clouds.Also: the couple in Tasmania who have taken tackling homelessness into their own hands; a group of actors who bring the joy of theatre to remote communities in Finland -- by touring on a boat; and how Strictly Come Dancing's first celebrity with Down's Syndrome is inspiring others.