Podcasts about The Sunday Times

A six-part investigation by the French newspaper Le Monde has portrayed the luxury conglomerate LVMH as in the midst of a Succession-style drama, controlled by an ageing king: Bernard Arnault. Arnault made his first appearance on X to post a three-page sarcastic takedown of the piece. So what's really going on? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Peter Conradi, Europe editor, The Sunday Times.Host: Luke Jones.Producers: Taryn Siegel, Olivia Case.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: France's last monarch? Not moi, says luxury king Bernard ArnaultClips: Dior, Sephora, Fenty, IG/Puckdotnews, CNN, CNBC, Legend podcast.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump wants American women to have more babies. But despite policies like offering a baby bonus of a thousand dollars, birthrates continue to fall. So why are fewer Americans choosing to have children? And what does the answer reveal about the country today?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Louise Callaghan, US correspondent, The Sunday TimesHost: Manveen RanaProducers: Emily Webb, Jennifer KennedyWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Why can't Trump persuade US women to have more children?Clips: Washington Post, NBC News, Wall Street Journal, New York Post, CBS Chicago, Bloomberg.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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As demand for fashionable pets soars, vets and animal welfare charities say we're creating breeds that are destined to suffer. So, why are we prioritising cuteness over welfare? And what would it take to change the way we breed and buy our pets?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryRead by: Matt Rudd, contributing editor, The Sunday TimesProducers: Emily Webb, Jennifer KennedyWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: ‘They're not dogs': how extreme breeding is making our pets sickPhoto: Paul Stuart, The Sunday Times Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a scandal-ridden tournament, there's a new crisis brewing for the World Cup. As exclusively revealed by the Times, FIFA president Gianni Infantino wants to monetise and Americanise football by selling off the tournament. But the Union of European Football Associations, UEFA, has threatened to boycott the tournament if that goes ahead. So what is Infantino thinking? And what does Donald Trump have to do with it?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Alyson Rudd, senior sports writer, The Times. Tom Clarke, sports editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Olivia Case, Micaela Arneson.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Deluded Gianni Infantino can't read room — he must be kicked outFurther listening: Who is the “king of soccer" Gianni Infantino?Clips: Associated Press, WTHR, TalkSport, ABC News, SKY, ABC, ITV, Bloomberg, The Daily Mail. Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump has announced that a deal has been reached to disarm Hamas in Gaza, while also forcing Israel to withdraw its troops from the strip. The President is hailing it as a ‘monumental step towards lasting PEACE and SECURITY'. But can it succeed where so many other attempts have failed?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Michael Evans, contributor and former defence editor, The Times.Jonathan Conricus, former spokesperson of the Israel Defense Forces and senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies think tank.Hosts: Ryan Tubridy, Ayesha Hazarika.Producers: Lewis Decker, Musty Aziz.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Trump hails historic Gaza deal – but will it work?Further listening: The ticking time bomb Netanyahu faces at homePhoto: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vaseem Khan tried to be an author for a long time. He wrote widely, in all genres, even analytically studied the greats to learn from how they did it, but kept gettiing rejected. Finally, after many turned down pitches, he landed a deal for 'The Unexpected Inheritance of Inspector Chopra'. It tells the story of a retiring police officer, who is given an elephant to adopt. It was selected by the Sunday Times as one of the 40 best crime novels between 2015-20. He still writes widely. Vaseem published the 'Malabar House' novels set in 1950s India, which focus on the country's first female police officer. His most recent novel, 'The Edge of Darkness' is in that series. He also won the CWA Crime Dagger award in 2021 for his book, 'Midnight at Malabar House'. He's given psychological thriller a go with 'The Girl in Cell A', set in the United States which sold very well, and has more recently turned his hand to something like cosy crime, with his novel, 'Quantum of Menace'. It tells the story of Q from the world of James Bond. Recently fired and pottering about at home, he must solve the mystery of a friends murder. You can hear about the process of being approached by the Ian Fleming estate, and the deal-breaker that he insisted on for the character.We talk about why everything needs to be spot on as he goes through the novel, also how he brought life to a caricature, and how he managed to keep going through the rejections. There's also a lot of editing and workplace tips to inspire your own day.You can get a copy of the book at uk.bookshop.org/shop/writersroutineSupport us - patreon.com/writersroutineko-fi.com/writersroutineThis week's episode is sponsored by Philippa Hall's 'Quick Book Reviews' podcast. Take a listen wherever you've got this.@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Natalie is joined by Islam Issa and Adam Rutherford to reveal the extraordinary creativity and breadth of the stellar scientific inventions made in the ancient city of Alexandria. From early weather forecasting to the first suggestion that the sun is the centre of the universe, the first keyboard instrument to toy birds that could sing, Alexandria had it all.'Rockstar mythologist' Natalie Haynes is the best-selling author of Divine Might, Stone Blind, A Thousand Ships and No Friend to This House as well as a reformed comedian who is a little bit obsessive about ancient Greece and Rome.Islam Issa is Professor of Public Humanities at Birmingham City University. His book Alexandria: The City that Changed the World is the Winner of the Runciman Award and The Times, Sunday Times, TLS, Booklist, Epoch Times and Waterstones Book of the Year.Dr Adam Rutherford is a scientist, writer and broadcaster. He's a Lecturer in Biology and Society at UCL. Producer Beth O'Dea

Why are transport links in the north of England so poor, and what could Andy Burnham do about it? Should women be worried about Meta's AI glasses? And what is Trump planning – in Iran and beyond? You asked, so we answered, in this edition of our monthly Q&A series. If you have a question, send it to us at thestory@thetimes.com, and we'll try to answer it in a future Q&A episode!This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: David Collins, northern editor, The Sunday Times.Chris Stokel Walker, tech journalist. Hosts: Manveen Rana, Luke Jones. Producers: Micaela Arneson, Yasmin Choudhury. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: The rise of Islamist terror in GermanyFurther listening: Can Trump run for a third term?Clips: Kylie Jenner via Instagram, Associated Press. Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if I told you that two people could eat the exact same meal, with the exact same calories, and have completely different hormonal responses because of what they believed about what they were eating?These aren't fringe findings.A growing body of evidence suggests that the way we think about our health can meaningfully impact our biology.In this episode, I'm joined by nutritionist and Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Ann Macklin to unpack four ways our thoughts can either help or hinder our health.We explore:• How your beliefs about food can influence hormones, appetite and metabolism• Why the way you think about exercise may affect the health benefits you experience• Whether your genes are really your destiny• Why self-compassion could be one of the most powerful tools for lasting healthThis is a fascinating conversation about the hidden connection between mind and body, and how changing the way we think could help shape our health for the better.Hope you enjoy this one and find something practical you can apply to your own life.Dr RupyLearn more about Sarah's workSarah's latest book 'Healthy Shouldn't Be This Hard' is out nowInstagram: @sarahannmacklinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livewellbewellsarahSubstack:https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/ Website: www.sarahannmacklin.comJoin the Doctor's Kitchen

Tom Clarke speaks to The Times' chief sports reporter Martyn Ziegler, following his exclusive story on Fifa president Gianni Infantino's plans to offer 'stakes' in the World Cup. So, what are these plans? Why does it matter and what happens next? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Martin Ziegler, chief sports reporter, The TimesHost: Tom ClarkeProducer: Neil CartmellWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Gianni Infantino tells countries: Agree to World Cup sale plan or miss extra fundingEnough is enough — it's time to stand up to Fifa and protect game we loveFurther listening: The Game podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Burnham's plans to shift power out of London are already taking shape, with No 10 North open for business in Manchester. The city sees yet more political action tomorrow, with Labour expected to win Britain's biggest ever by-election and usher in a new mayor. But what will Burnham's plans for devolution really mean for the country? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Darryl Morris, presenter, Times Radio.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Olivia Case.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Andy Burnham vows to put practical education on par with academiaFurther listening: Can Burnham learn from Starmer's mistakes?Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In France and Spain wildfires have been ripping through communities, forcing 325,000 to flee. And it's not just mainland Europe feeling the heat. In Britain, wildfires have broken out across the country. So what does the future hold?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Katie Gatens, Europe correspondent, The Sunday Times. Emma Yeomans, news reporter, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Emily Webb and Jennifer Kennedy.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: As the wind drops and rain falls, a moment of 'false calm' amid wildfiresClips: Reuters, Sky News.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannah Murray will start by looking at the bestseller lists on Amazon.co.uk and The Sunday Times, the oldest and most influential book sales chart in the UK, and seeing what new entries there are. Chris Barnardo is a designer, illustrator and biomedical engineer. He co-founded The Wand Company, which develops and manufactures collectibles and prop replicas for Star Trek, Pokemon, and Amazon Studios. His novel 'Advances in the art of Being' is an accessible and immersive story set in a future where artificial intelligence, machine intelligence, and people all wrestle with their sense of belonging, and each with their own personal mortalities. It's a book of our time as humanity journeys into the post present to face these questions for real. Beau L'Amour is a writer, art director and editor who has written and produced several films. Since 1988 he has been the manager of the estate of his father, Louis L'Amour, a foremost storyteller of the American West. Louis thrilled a nation by chronicling the adventures of the brave men and women who settled the frontier. There are more than three hundred million of his copies in print around the world. They collaborated to write 'Skyring Water' an epic novel of Cold War suspense. Mark Farrington recently retired after nearly forty years of teaching writing. He his a four time winner of the Outstanding Faculty Award in the John Hopkins MA in Writing Program. His debut novel 'Loss of Life' is about facing the people who harmed us, as well as the people we harmed. It's a poignant reminder that we're all the totality of what we've done. ...Melissa Marr is a former university literature instructor who writes fiction for adults, teens and children. Her books have been bestsellers both domestically and internationally. Her new historical fantasy romance novel 'A Treason of Magic' is a "Buffy-meets-Bridgerton" tale of star-crossed love and ancient curses with a female duke, a Regency era faery hunter, and the monster she must defeat. It's the first in a duology of standalones and was inspired by her love for Scottish folklore. G. D. Wright joined Kent Police at the age of 18 and worked in a variety of uniformed roles. At the age of 29, and completely out of the blue, he suffered to cardiac arrests that led to the diagnosis of a life limiting and incurable disease of the heart. He was unable to continue policing and retired at the age of 30. He bought a coffee shop in Ramsgate Harbour, and spent years dreaming up stories. He now writes full time. 'Against the Tide' asks If the truth could destroy you, would you choose to know it? Nancy Peach combines being a practicing doctor working for the NHS and a national cancer charity with being the mother of three children. She is the author of The Mother of All Problems, and Hot Mother. Her latest is 'My Big Fat Empty Nest' Emma Lowther was a winner of the 2021 London Writer's Award. She is a queer, neurodivergent, northern writer. She trained at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and now works as an actor. Her debut novel 'Fellow Creatures' is partially set at one of London's most elite drama schools, and explores class, ambition, obsession, sexuality, identity, and the devastation success can wreak.

The new Reform police and crime commissioner for Norfolk, former detective Colin Sutton, has said that releasing women from prison ‘would be a kind of a radical, outside-the-box way of creating more prison space'. He joins Nuala McGovern along with Andrea Coomber, the chief executive of The Howard League for Penal Reform. We follow up with BBC Journalist Catrin Nye whose podcast, Swingers, highlighted the story of Ruth, a woman who said she had been pressured into having sex with over 100 strangers. Since its release, 50 women have come forward with their own stories. Catrin tells us the latest.Author Wendy Jones recently observed that seven of the top ten fiction paperback novels on the Sunday Times bestsellers list featured a woman who had been murdered. Nuala talks to authors Saima Mir and Lesley McEvoy about why dead women are a central theme in fiction, and why those books are so popular.A new cycling app "Sofa to Saddle" wants to get one million more Brits peddling by 2028. Olympian and world medallist cyclist Lizzie Deignan and Cicely Lloyd, from Brighton's Multicultural Women's Cycle Club, discuss how the barriers to more women cycling can be overcome.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Melanie Abbott

In Germany the radical right is on the rise. The Alternative for Germany, or AfD, has gone from the fringes to the second largest party in federal government. And it is expected to win more state elections this autumn. So how did the AfD become so popular in a country that's worked so hard to distance itself from its fascist history? And could it be stopped?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Oliver Moody, Berlin correspondent, The Times and The Sunday Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Micaela Arneson, Olivia Case, Jesse Fox. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: How to beat the AfD: the German town where political rivals uniteFurther listening: The far-right plot to overthrow the German stateClips: Ungeskriptet Podcast, DW News. Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of OnlyFilms, a conversation with commercial film and digital photographer Craig Fleming (@craigflemingphoto) who is known for his distinctive portrait work.   Craig has worked with the Sunday Times, the Los Angeles Times, the V&A and his work has been included in several collections.   We talk about why he chooses to work with film, what it brings to his photography and how it fits within his wider professional practice. We also talk about portraiture, his experiences as a working photographer and the ideas and decisions that shape his work.

Alex Baber is a self-taught investigator from rural West Virginia who claims to have solved a case that's defeated the world's best cryptographers for half a century: the identity of the Zodiac killer. Baber used AI to interpret the coded notes the serial killer left behind and, in the process, made another startling discovery.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Josie Ensor, chief US reporter, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Emily Webb.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: An AI sleuth claims to have finally unmasked the Zodiac murderer, one of America's most notorious serial killersClips: Paramount Pictures.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After months of trying to hide her true circumstances, Stacey Duguid decided to go public about her economic situation. The response from fellow midlife women was huge.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryRead by: Claire Cohen, contributor, The Times. Producers: Emily Webb.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: I was a high-flyer. Now, I'm broke and unemployedPhoto: Olivia Richardson, The Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir Keir Starmer is out. Andy Burnham is in. And after just days in Downing Street, the new prime minister has torn up his predecessor's playbook — swapping warnings of a hard inheritance for a blitz of cost of living giveaways. Is this smart repositioning after Starmer's early missteps, or a sugar rush that can't survive contact with the budget?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Josh Glancy, associate editor, The Sunday Times.Host: Luke Jones.Producers: Elle Scott, Shabnam Grewal, Jennifer Kennedy.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Keir Starmer's biggest success was something that didn't happenFurther listening: The remarkable rise of Andy BurnhamClips: BBC, 10 Downing Street / Youtube, Andy Burnham / Instagram, Bus Aunty / Instagram.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When society says "it's just a pet," Beth Bigler says "your grief is valid and profound."As a double-certified Pet Loss Grief Counselor and founder of Honoring Our Animals, Beth is a pioneering voice in pet loss support, offering personalized care to individuals and families before, during, and after their beloved's transition. After the sudden death of her soulmate cat Arnie, she transformed her loss into a mission they began together: guiding guardians to honor their grief, connect with their beloveds, and integrate loss into their lives.Beth is the author of Honoring Our Animals: 365 Meditations for Healing After Pet Loss (Quarto/Wellfleet Press, 2025), the first daily grief companion created specifically for pet guardians, available worldwide and a go-to resource for therapists, veterinary clinics, and animal care organizations. Her second book is forthcoming from HarperCollins in 2027. She has been featured in Forbes, Psychology Today, The Sunday Times, USA Today, Business Insider, Daily Mail, and numerous television and radio outlets including KFI AM 640. Beth also built a 20-year career breaking ground as a writer, producer, and educator across stage, film, and television. Find her on Instagram @honoringouranimals.In this episode, we discuss the complexity of pet loss and grief that can follow. We discuss the societal judgment around grieving animals, why grief does not need to be justified or compared, and why loss of a pet can feel more painful than other losses for some.We hold space for the valid, complex emotions that can come with pet loss and remind listeners that there is no "one right way" to grieve. We touch on the beauty of bonding more deeply with certain animals and discuss the guilt that can arise when bringing a new pet after a loss. In addition, we discuss being able to hold space for both grief and love at the same time.We hope this episode can provide support, validation, compassion, understanding, and hope for those who need it.FOLLOW BETH:INSTA: @honoringouranimalsWEBSITE: www.honoringouranimals.comBOOK: Honoring Our Animals: 365 Meditations for Healing after Pet Loss STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK: @trustandthriveTHREADS: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Riot police in Delhi have fired tear gas and baton charged the biggest protest the city has seen in years; tens of thousands of young Indians, marching under the banner of the "Cockroach Janta Party", calling for an end to corruption and educational reform. But what exactly triggered this uprising? And could this be the biggest threat Modi has faced in 12 years of power?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Amrit Dhillon, contributor, The Times.Alexander Balakrishnan, content creator based in Delhi.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Elle Scott and Shabnam Grewal.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Why India's cockroach uprising is more than just a pest for ModiFurther listening: 'Influencer of influencers': Modi's strategy to win the Indian electionClips: Sky News, BBC, Sonam Wangchuk / Instagram, WION.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Children's Gardening Coach: Dear Diary. A behind-the-scenes look at the life of one of the UK's leading children's gardening educators. Follow Lee Connelly, as seen on CBBC Blue Peter and BBC Teach, as he travels the UK and the world, inspiring children, families and schools to discover the joy of gardening. Building on the success of his award-winning Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast—recognised by The Sunday Times and the UK's number one children's gardening podcast—Dear Diary offers a more personal glimpse into the stories behind the headlines. From major national campaigns and international projects to the realities of family life and running a business, this is where the conversations continue long after the cameras stop rolling. Expect exclusive weekly podcasts, untold stories, plenty of laughs, honest reflections, adventures, and the occasional gardening debate—all from the heart of an industry that's helping to create a greener future for the next generation.

A gas platform in the North Sea is at the centre of a fierce debate that has divided the country: should the UK be expanding fossil fuel infrastructure or going all-in on renewables? The Rough Field gas facility wants to repurpose depleted gas fields to solve Britain's chronic shortage of energy storage. But should government funding go towards securing our current energy supply, or funding a greener future?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Jim Armitage, contributing editor, The Sunday TimesHost: Manveen RanaProducers: Micaela Arneson, Elle Scott. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: This rig could treble Britain's gas reserves, so why is it closing?Further listening: War, immigration, welfare: the in-tray for Burnham and his new cabinetClips: Parliament, BBC, The Guardian, LBC, Express, Sky News. Photo: Sunday Times Photographer Richard Pohle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As people live longer, work longer and redefine what later life looks like, businesses are facing a challenge that many have yet to fully recognise. While organisations continue to invest heavily in attracting early-career talent, many are overlooking one of the fastest-growing and most experienced talent pools available: workers over 50.In this episode of HR Insights: The Podcast, Stuart Elliott is joined by Lyndsey Simpson, Founder and CEO of 55/Redefined and author of the Sunday Times bestselling book The Age Rebellion. One of the leading voices on age intelligence, Lyndsey works with organisations around the world to rethink how they attract, retain and develop over-50s talent, helping businesses turn demographic change into a competitive advantage.Together, Stuart and Lyndsey explore why the traditional view of retirement is rapidly becoming outdated, what the "100-year life" means for employers and employees alike, and why many of the assumptions organisations still hold about older workers simply don't stand up to the data. From the myths surrounding ambition and technology to the commercial case for age strategy, the conversation challenges businesses to rethink how they view experience, careers and workforce planning.The discussion also looks at the rise of multi-generational workforces, the importance of intentionally creating intergenerational teams, and why age should be viewed as a strategic business issue rather than simply another diversity initiative. Whether you're an HR leader, business leader or someone thinking about your own career, this episode offers practical insights into one of the biggest workforce shifts of our time.Key timestamps00:30 – What the "100-year life" means and why it changes everything05:50 – Debunking the biggest myths surrounding older workers12:05 – Why our perception of age and work needs to evolve17:59 – How ambition, purpose and motivation change later in life24:01 – Why "overqualified" is one of the most damaging labels in recruitment26:04 – Why organisations focus on younger generations and what they're missing27:28 – The commercial value older workers bring to today's businesses29:47 – Why age has become the overlooked element of DE&I strategies30:54 – How demographic change is reshaping the workforce33:37 – The realities of managing a multi-generational workforce37:32 – Building intergenerational teams that drive better performance40:19 – Why storytelling helps bridge generational divides at work43:40 – Where businesses should start when developing an age strategyView Transcript hereYou can listen to and download HR Insights from Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other popular podcast apps. Please subscribe so the latest episodes are directly available! You can also join our HR Community by following us on LinkedIn.Thank you for listening and please do review and rate us wherever you listen! 

Britain's new prime minister Andy Burnham revealed his key cabinet picks yesterday; so who's in, who's out and what does it tell us about the direction in which he'll take the country? And as the Iran and Ukraine wars rumble on and the cost of living continues to bite, how will the PM handle the key problems in his in-tray?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Lara Spirit, deputy political editor, The Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Olivia Case and Elle Scott.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Burnham on football, his father's dementia and preparing for powerFurther listening: The remarkable rise of Andy BurnhamClips: Sky, Goalhanger, BBC, DWS News, Eureka UK, Global News.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailJohn Nichol served in the Royal Air Force for fifteen years. On active duty during the first Gulf War in 1991, his Tornado bomber was shot down during a mission over Iraq. Captured, tortured and held as a prisoner of war, John was paraded on television, provoking worldwide condemnation and leaving one of the most enduring images of the conflict.John is the bestselling co-author of Tornado Down and author of many highly acclaimed epics, including Spitfire, Lancaster and Tornado, all of which were Sunday Times bestsellers. He has made a number of TV documentaries with Second World War veterans, written for national newspapers and magazines, and is a widely quoted commentator on military affairs.His latest book - Blitz: When World War Two Came Home - is out now. https://www.amazon.com/Blitz-When-World-Came-Home-ebook/dp/B0FN8FL7K2Support the show

Have you ever shouted at your child and been instantly overwhelmed with guilt?If you've ever wondered, "Why did I react like that?" or worried that losing your temper means you're a bad mum, this Moment is for you.In this honest Moment episode, Zoe shares a parenting moment she's not proud of and the powerful insight that completely changed how she understands motherhood anger. She explains why snapping at our children is rarely about the moment itself, what the "drip, drip, drip effect" teaches us about stress and emotional overload, and why your nervous system, not your parenting, is often driving your reaction.You'll also discover simple, science-backed tools to regulate your nervous system throughout the day, understand what your anger might be trying to tell you, and replace guilt with greater self-compassion.If you've been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally reactive or stuck in a cycle of snapping at your children and then feeling guilty afterwards, I hope this conversation reminds you that you're not failing. You're human, and there is another way.

John Wilson is one of Britain's foremost conductors, dubbed “the most exciting British conductor since Simon Rattle” by The Sunday Times, he has devoted more than 30 years to painstakingly restoring and recreating the original orchestrations of MGM's greatest musicals after the studio's entire music library was destroyed in 1969. His reconstructions of scores for films including The Wizard of Oz, Singin' in the Rain and An American in Paris have brought these classics back to the concert hall exactly as they were heard on screen. Founder of the internationally acclaimed John Wilson Orchestra and Music Director of Sinfonia of London, he has conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. A regular at the BBC Proms and the recipient of a prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award, his recordings and performances have earned widespread acclaim, establishing him as one of today's leading interpreters of both classic film music and the great orchestral repertoire.John Wilson is our guest in episode 594 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 .Buy tickets for John Wilson's The Golden Age of Hollywood at the Edinburgh International Festival 2026, here https://www.eif.co.uk/events/the-golden-age-of-hollywood .Visit our website! - https://mytimecapsulepodcast.com .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.

Around Scotland, something bizarre has been happening. Men dressed in black have gathered in military-style formations. The silent parades are filmed in grainy black and white. Experts describe the imagery as unmistakably fascist. So what is this? And why is it happening now? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: David Leask, Scotland reporter, The Times & The Sunday TimesHost: Manveen RanaProducers: Sophie McNultyWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Tensions rise over ‘fascist' parades held across ScotlandFurther listening: Belfast on fireClips: LBC, Scottish Family Party - YouTube, Craig Houston - X, STV News.Photo: X - Craig Houston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lab-grown stones are booming, threatening to crush the diamond trade. So, how is the industry coping? And what does this mean for Botswana, a country whose schools, hospitals, roads, and economy have been built by the profits from diamond mining? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Richard Assheton, foreign features, The Times and The Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Dave Creasey.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comPhoto: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jessica Fellowes discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Jessica Fellowes is an author, journalist and public speaker. The Mitford Murders is her debut series as a novelist and has been nominated for awards in Britain, France, Germany and Italy, and sold into eighteen territories. Jessica is also the author of five official companion books to ‘Downton Abbey,' various of which hit the New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller lists. Former columnist for the Mail on Sunday and deputy editor of Country Life, she has written business books with Sophie Cornish MBE, 'The Devil You Know' with forensic psychologist Kerry Daynes and short stories for Vogue Italia and L'Uomo Vogue. Jessica makes frequent appearances on radio, podcasts and television, has a Substack – ‘Your Fellowes Reader' – and lives in Oxfordshire with her family. The work of school governors https://boardsforeducation.org.uk/ Hitster https://hitstergame.com/en-gb/ The advantages of hearing aids https://www.outsideclinic.co.uk/blog/impact-of-hearing-aids Jessica Fellowes https://substack.com/@jessicafellowes The Sale Room https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb Singled Out by Virginia Nicholson https://www.virginianicholson.co.uk/singled-out This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Olivia Laing is known as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary literature. Their work is renowned for its capacity to make abstract ideas feel precise, intimate, and beautifully thought through without ever talking down to the reader. Their books include the number one Sunday Times bestseller The Garden Against Time, Funny Weather: Art in an Emergency and, most recently, The Silver Book: a bewitching love story set during the making of Fellini's Casanova and Pasolini's Salò. In June 2026 Laing came to Intelligence Squared for a one-off celebration of the ten-year anniversary of their seminal work, The Lonely City. Hailed as ‘a new kind of literature' when first published, The Lonely City is both a personal quest to master the art of being alone, and an investigation into how artists have reckoned with isolation. The book asks questions that resonate in our increasingly digital and divided world. What does it mean to be lonely? How do we connect with others? Does technology draw us closer together, or keep us apart?         Laing was joined live at Union Chapel in London by Charlie Porter, as they reflected on the legacy of The Lonely City, the paperback publication of The Silver Book and what loneliness, intimacy, solidarity and connection mean in a world of rising fascism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Kawaller suddenly has the urge to have children, but he would prefer not to raise them. Luckily, there is a growing online market that can help with that.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryRead by: Ben Kawaller, reporter and essayist. Producer: Dave Creasey.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: I've decided to become a father. Does anyone want my sperm?Photo: Adam Grey for The Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zetta Thomelin is an author, therapist, coach and recognized leader in the field of hypnotherapy. She is Chair of the British Association of Therapeutic Hypnotists, Vice Chair of the UK Confederation of Hypnotherapy Organisations, and serves as a trustee for the Research Council for Complementary Medicine. She also served as CEO of Children with AIDS Charity and Vice Chair of Mama Biashara, a charity supporting grassroots projects in Kenya. She is the author of four books: The Trauma Effect - Exploring and resolving inherited trauma, Genes Don't Lie – DNA results and family secrets, Self-Help? Self-Hypnosis! and The Healing MetaphPrior to her career in therapy, Zetta worked in the media as a Director of Chronos Group Publishing and as Group Head at News International, working mainly on The Times and The Sunday Times.   Zetta's websiteZetta's booksinstagram: @thomelinzetta X:@zettathomelin website www.zettathomelin.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.---Thank you for listening!If you want to support the show, I've got three options and every bit helps.$5.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NPKS32G8KVSN2$10.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/495AMDFXQFC3L$15.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/M7V5RREUKVD8JThank you to our Sponsors: Jane App - use code GUY1MO at https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/ngvcwcxqt2jx-4afv8i (https://jane.app/book_a_demo)Rebound - https://hellorebound.com/ttBeducated - Complete the quiz for one month free https://beduc.at/pd2629-traumatherapist

Today, Andy Burnham will be crowned Labour leader. On Monday, he'll become Prime Minister -- Britain's fifth in as many years. But questions are still lingering over the direction he'll take the government. And more than that, people are still trying to decipher who the man really is. We turn to our man in Westminster, who has spent plenty of time with Burnham, to try to get some answers.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Patrick Maguire, chief political commentator, The Times.Host: Luke Jones.Producers: Harry Stott.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Andy Burnham wants to break ‘unaccountable state'Further listening: Will Burnham scrap the most expensive promise in politics?Clips: Andy Burnham / X, BBC, Coljax Parliament / Youtube, LBC, Nimrod Kamer / Youtube, Manchester Evening News, The Mirror.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Laing is known as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary literature. Their work is renowned for its capacity to make abstract ideas feel precise, intimate, and beautifully thought through without ever talking down to the reader. Their books include the number one Sunday Times bestseller The Garden Against Time, Funny Weather: Art in an Emergency and, most recently, The Silver Book: a bewitching love story set during the making of Fellini's Casanova and Pasolini's Salò. In June 2026 Laing came to Intelligence Squared for a one-off celebration of the ten-year anniversary of their seminal work, The Lonely City. Hailed as ‘a new kind of literature' when first published, The Lonely City is both a personal quest to master the art of being alone, and an investigation into how artists have reckoned with isolation. The book asks questions that resonate in our increasingly digital and divided world. What does it mean to be lonely? How do we connect with others? Does technology draw us closer together, or keep us apart?         Laing was joined live at Union Chapel in London by Charlie Porter, as they reflected on the legacy of The Lonely City, the paperback publication of The Silver Book and what loneliness, intimacy, solidarity and connection mean in a world of rising fascism. --- This is the first instalment of a two-part episode. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full ad free conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when you desperately want to say no? Feeling resentful, overwhelmed or taken for granted, but not quite sure why?In this week's Motherkind episode, Zoe sits down with therapist, bestselling author and boundaries expert Nedra Glover Tawwab to explore why so many mothers struggle to set healthy boundaries—and how learning to do so can transform every relationship in your life.Together, they unpack why resentment is often a sign that a boundary is missing, how motherhood changes our friendships, and why boundaries aren't about controlling other people—they're about honouring your own needs. Nedra also answers real questions from the Motherkind community, covering everything from asking for help without micromanaging, navigating difficult family dynamics, setting boundaries with grandparents and in-laws, managing work expectations, and protecting your time without feeling guilty.If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, found yourself carrying the invisible mental load, or wondered why you're constantly feeling frustrated or emotionally exhausted, this conversation will leave you with practical scripts, compassionate insights and simple tools you can start using today.

For the first time since the war began, a Times journalist has reported from inside Iran. World Affairs editor Catherine Philp travelled there for the week-long funeral of the former ayatollah, leaving just as US strikes resumed. Amid the latest escalation, how united is the country over the war? And what do the continuing hostilities mean for the daily lives of millions of people across Iran?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Catherine Philp, world affairs editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Sophie McNulty, Jesse Fox.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: US blockade begins in Strait while strikes on Iran enter fifth dayFurther listening: What Iranians really think of Trump's peace dealClips: C-Span, BBC, Fox News, The Times, DRM News. Photo: Times Photographer Jack Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Free Ozempic?! Eat Your Way to the GLP-1 Effect + Why Women Are Hungry with guest expert Dominique Ludwig - #66Want Ozempic Fx without the Rx?What if the answer to better energy, fewer cravings, improved hormones, and sustainable weight management isn't another diet… but relearning how to eat?This week Samantha sits down with leading clinical nutritionist and No Nonsense Nutrition author Dominique Ludwig to unpack what really drives hunger, “food noise,” cravings, blood sugar swings, and the changes women experience through midlife and menopause. Together they break down the science behind naturally supporting satiety hormones like GLP-1, why calorie counting may not be the answer, and how simple shifts can completely change your relationship with food.This conversation is practical, evidence-informed, and refreshingly free of extremes.In this episode you'll learn:Discover the real biological reason cravings, fatigue, and midsection weight gain might not be a willpower issue at allFind out how to naturally activate the same hormone behind Ozempic and Wegovy — using your dinner plateLearn the Triple 30 Method and why these three specific numbers matter more than ever in midlifeUncover why calorie counting misses the point — and what to focus on insteadHear the honest truth about who GLP-1 medications are (and aren't) right forGet the science behind why a handful of nuts may not "cost" you as many calories as you thinkUnderstand the surprising gut-to-hormone pathway that connects fiber to estrogen balanceLearn what actually happens in your body during the "invisible" metabolic shift after 40Discover the real difference between mindful snacking and "grazing" — and why it mattersFind out how to judge protein powder, fermented foods, and resistant starch without the overwhelmAbout Our Guest:Dominique Ludwig is one of the UK's leading nutritionists, with an MSc in Nutrition from King's College London and over 30 years of clinical experience supporting more than 4,500 people worldwide.A Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Fellow of the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine, she is the author of the instant #1 Sunday Times bestseller No-Nonsense Nutrition, and the founder of the Renew Reset Recharge® and Triple 30 programs. Her work has been featured in The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and SheerLuxe.

RamDev Dale Borglum is the author of How to Live So You Can Die Without Fear and the executive director of the Living/Dying Project. A pioneering figure in the conscious dying movement, he has spent decades helping individuals face death — and life — with greater awareness and has collaborated with leaders in the field including Ram Dass, Stephen Levine, and Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. Drawing on his background as a mathematician, meditation teacher, lover of God, and devoted practitioner of both Eastern and Western healing traditions, Borglum offers a uniquely practical and accessible map to the healing path. Visit him online at http://www.livingdying.com I am the author of 35 books, translated into 15 languages, including a Sunday Times bestseller and Daily Telegraph 'Book of the Year'. For some inexplicable reason I was included in ‘The 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People' lists in Watkins Magazine for 2021 and 2022. https://timfreke.com/ 

The England football team's manager Thomas Tuchel has led his squad to a World Cup semi-final against old rivals Argentina. A cerebral football obsessive, he has a tendency to self-immolate when things are going well. So is this the fate that awaits the Tuchel-England experiment? Or could the tensions between the manager and his star player Jude Bellingham actually prove the key to victory?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Mehreen Khan, economics editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Jesse Fox, Harry Stott.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Thomas Tuchel's tough love for England not without riskFurther listening: The men who made the World Cup - The Sunday StoryClips: Football Smash / Youtube, Sky News, Talk Sport, Sports Unfiltered / Youtube, BBC.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Erin Claire Jones was introduced to Human Design by a stranger in New York City in 2015—a chance encounter that would change the course of her life. Today, she's one of the world's leading experts in Human Design. For the past decade, Erin has been teaching it as a practical tool for alignment in work, love, and everyday decision-making. Through her coaching, courses, digital products, and personalized guides, she's helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide return to who they truly are and find their flow.  Do you know what career you're really meant to pursue? Can you identify the relationships you should really be investing in? Are you living your life to the fullest? Do you want to understand better your partner or work colleagues? Human Design is a mystical personality assessment that uses NASA data, astrology, and Eastern philosophy to generate mind-blowingly accurate insights into how you uniquely thrive at work, in love, and beyond. It is very practical and gives detailed info on what Human Design you are and you can find out what Human Design your children are, spouses are, and make dynamics make more sense. Erin's book: How Do You Choose?  A Human Design Guide to What's Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life is a hands-on guide to using your Human Design to find more flow at work, deepen your relationships, and make aligned, confident decisions. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Sunday Times, Vogue, Allure, Nylon and more. ⁠https://erinclairejones.com/book⁠ You can find out your human design by going here: BLUEPRINT GUIDE: A hyper-personalized, super accessible guide to your human design Here's the link to get your custom guide: ⁠https://humandesignblueprint.com/guide⁠ Link to study human design with Erin:  ⁠https://humandesigngenius.com/⁠ Website: ⁠www.heatherthomson.com⁠ Social Media: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/⁠                     You Tube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret that NHS mental health care is under strain - long waiting lists, disjointed communication between providers, and patients left in limbo. So how did it end up this way? And could a treatment model from Finland be the solution? The Sunday Times went to find out.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Roisin Kelly, journalist and commissioning editor, The Sunday Times. Host: Luke Jones. Producer: Micaela Arneson. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: What Lapland can teach the NHS about treating psychosisFurther listening: Britain's mental health reckoning - part oneClips: Channel 4, Nottingham Inquiry.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does it feel like you're constantly juggling work, childcare, the mental load and everything else on your never-ending to-do list?As the summer holidays begin, many mothers find themselves trying to balance work alongside having the children at home, leaving them feeling stretched, overwhelmed and like they're constantly falling behind.In this Motherkind Moment, entrepreneur, writer and mum of four Rachael Twumasi-Corson shares why work-life balance isn't actually the goal—and what to aim for instead.She introduces her simple 5-4-3-2-1 planning method, a practical daily tool that helps you prioritise what matters most, reduce overwhelm and create more harmony between work, motherhood and your own wellbeing.If you've been feeling like you're spinning too many plates, this conversation will leave you with a fresh perspective and one practical habit you can start using today.

Why does becoming a mother change us so deeply? And why does nobody really prepare us for it?So many mothers believe they're doing something wrong because motherhood feels harder than they expected. But what if the problem isn't you?In this powerful conversation, writer and bestselling author Lucy Jones explains the life-changing concept of matrescence – the physical, emotional, psychological and identity transition of becoming a mother. It's a word that has helped thousands of women finally understand why motherhood can feel so overwhelming, and why it's never "just" about having a baby.Lucy and Zoe explore why modern motherhood can feel so isolating, why we place impossible expectations on mothers, and how understanding matrescence can replace guilt and shame with self-compassion.If you've ever found yourself thinking "Why don't I feel like myself anymore?" or "Why is this so much harder than I thought it would be?" this episode will help you realise you're not failing. You're going through one of the biggest transitions of your life.

Marc Bennets has been reporting from Russia for over two decades. He's covered Putin's rise and consolidation of power, assassinations of oppositionists, mass protests, daily life, and even Russian football. It's a storied career filled with zipping back and forth between Moscow and its regions. Marc also planted roots. He got married and became a dad. But then everything changed in February 2022 with Russia's full invasion of Ukraine. Should he stay and keep reporting and risk arrest or worse? Or should he pick up his life and family and leave like so many of his colleagues? Marc finally settled on the latter when word came he might be arrested. Now he focuses most of his reporting on the war and Ukraine. How did this all happen? How did Russia descend into madness? Marc's new book looks to answer that question with personal fire and passion. Is Russia really saturated with Putin? Is there any way back? It's been a decade since the Eurasian Knot spoke with Marc. So, we caught up and discussed his new book, The Descent: Witnessing Russia's Spiral Into Madness Under Putin, and how the war has irrevocably changed his life, profession, and Russia itself.Guest:Marc Bennetts spent 25 years as a foreign correspondent for The Times and The Sunday Times in Russia. He left in May 2022, after the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He has since made over a dozen reporting trips to Ukraine. He's the author of The Descent: Witnessing Russia's Spiral Into Madness Under Putin published by Bloomsbury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.