Podcast appearances and mentions of Tony Walker

#311Someone in the Expat Property Story network recently shared a scary story.  A remote investor had a camera set up on site so they could check progress from abroad. The builder knew exactly where the camera was pointing. Everything in frame looked fine. Behind it? Chaos.That's the world we're operating in when we run a UK refurb from Hong Kong, Dubai, or Singapore. And it's why this episode exists.For a free PDF on this episode, subscribe here.Tony Walker is a construction and property development consultant with decades of experience on both sides of the contractor relationship. He's worked for builders and against them and joined us just a few episodes ago on Episode 301 to talk about his role as co-founder of Refurb Calculator.  and project delivery.  Check out our shorts on YouTubeOur WhatsApp  groupProperty Engine discounts (Code: EXPAT)Starter: 30 day trialPro: 30 day trial/3 mths 1/2 price, Ultimate: 1/2 price 3 monthsGoalsettingLeave a review37 Question Due Diligence Checklist / Auction GuideOur Sponsors: Finnigan McNeill Property GroupTony walks through how to find a builder you can actually trust from the other side of the world, how to structure payments so you never end up 90% paid out but only 50% finished, what the red flags are that should make you walk away before a single brick is laid — and the one phone call that will immediately tell you whether a builder is likely to disappear with your deposit. It's not where you'd expect.The Non-Negotiable: You Need Someone on the GroundYou cannot run a construction project from 6,000 miles away without a trusted person in the UK. That might be a project manager, quantity surveyor (QS), your architect, or even just someone in your network who understands construction. It might simply be your main contractor. If you trust them.If you find a builder like that, don't let them go. Pay them on time. Do everything you agreed to do. A good builder is genuinely like gold dust. How to Find a Reliable Builder in the UKStep 1: Get a real recommendation Not "I've heard of someone." Not "my mate Dave knows a builder." A real recommendation is: I have used this person, or I know someone who has used this person and I can put you in direct contact with them. The distinction matters more than it sounds. Tony gives the example of builders recommending their own electricians — only to discover the electrician wasn't even qualified. A second-hand mention isn't a vouching.Step 2: Join a property networking WhatsApp group in the area you're investing This is underused by remote investors. Property networking groups across the UK have WhatsApp groups full of local professionals — solicitors, project managers, QSs, electricians, builders — who have been used and vouched for by other investors in the group. Contact the host. Explain you're investing remotely and would like to connect with trusted tradespeople in the area. Most hosts are happy to help.Step 3: Ask for recent references — and contact them yourself Don't accept a written reference. Ask to speak directly to the person. And pay attention to the dates: if all the references are from 5 or 6 years ago, ask why. People's standards and capacity change. Step 4: Do your own due diligence Are they a member of the Federation of Master Builders or similar? Are electricians NAPIT-registered? Are gas engineers Gas Safe? Can they provide public liability insurance at the drop of a hat? (They should be able to.) Tony's view on Checkatrade and Bark: not all bad, but they don't do the background checks people assume they do. Treat them as a starting point, not a seal of approval.Red Flags to Walk Away FromA one-line estimate. For any meaningful project, you need a breakdown — not necessarily line by line, but enough to show what the money covers. Strip-out, electrics (first and second fix), plastering, kitchen supply and fit, tiling, bathroom — each with a cost. This isn't bureaucracy. This breakdown forms the basis of your payment schedule. Without it, you have no reference point and no protection."Transfer £20,000 to this account." No invoice. No description. Just a bank number and an amount. In no other industry  would that be acceptable.An invoice is basic business practice — requesting one isn't distrust, it's the minimum standard that applies everywhere else. If a builder objects to providing one, that is your answer.No plan for who's on site and when. Ask before you start: is this your only job? How many people will be on site? Who manages the sub-trades? A builder who can't or won't give you a rough programme isn't being "a builder" — they're leaving you with no basis for holding them accountable. You don't need a formal Gantt chart. You do need to understand the shape of the project.References that are all several years old. Already mentioned, but worth repeating as a standalone warning. Follow it up.Starting quickly if they seem too available. The best builders are busy. An immediate start can mean a cancelled job — which is fine, dig a little deeper. But a very large deposit followed by a very quick start followed by a prolonged disappearance is a cash flow play, not a scheduling quirk.How to Structure Payments ProperlyTony is direct on this: being 90% paid out but only 50% through the work is exactly how investors get left with unfinished projects. Deposits: Fine for securing a slot or covering specific materials — but only with a written contract. A JCT minor works contract for larger projects, or a solicitor-drawn contract for anything significant. For material deposits specifically, Tony's preferred approach: ask for the supplier invoice, pay the supplier directly, and the materials belong to you the moment they arrive on site. If the builder doesn't turn up on Monday, you still own what's been delivered.Staged or milestone payments: Agree the stages before work starts. First fix electrics complete, then payment. Plastering signed off, then payment. Don't accept "we want £25,000 on Thursday" mid-project with no reference to the original breakdown.Valuation-based payments: Tony's preferred method for larger projects. Every fortnight or month, go through the schedule line by line — what % of each element is complete — and pay only for what's been done. 7-day payment terms from valuation.You should never be significantly more paid out than you are progressed. If the numbers are out of step, something has gone wrong.Managing the Project Once It's UnderwayRegular video calls — weekly or fortnightly, whatever suits you — with Tony or a trusted representative present. Not just a pre-recorded walk-through. A live video where you can ask to see specific rooms. If you haven't seen the bathroom in the last two updates, ask for it. Before paying for completed work, ask for the evidence: electrical certificate, gas safe report, photographs. The Builders Merchant TipTony's standout piece of advice — the free phone call that tells you more about a builder than any reference check.Ring your local builders merchant — Travis Perkins, a local independent, whoever supplies the area — and ask them to recommend a builder.They will only recommend builders who pay on time. A builder who is a poor payer — weeks or months overdue — almost certainly has cash flow problems. And a contractor with cash flow problems is a contractor who will use your deposit to fund their last project, disappear for three weeks mid-refurb, and blame everything on supply chain delays.KeywordsUK property investment, UK property market, UK property refurbishment, Expat property UK, UK property podcast, UK property portfolio, Remote property investing, UK buy-to-let, UK property management, Refurbishment project UK, Hiring builders UK, Project management UK property, Quantity surveyor UK, Property investment for expats, Managing refurbishments remotely, Choosing a builder UK, Building contracts UK, Construction consultant UK, How to manage a UK property refurbishment from abroad, Tips for expat property investors in the UK, Finding reliable builders for UK property projects, Red flags when hiring builders in the UK, Payment structure for UK property refurbishment, How to vet a builder before handing over money UK, What to ask for before paying a builder in the UK, Using builders merchants to find trustworthy contractors UK, Structuring payments for remote UK property projects, Protecting your investment in UK property refurbishments, Risks of being an absentee landlord in the UK, Recommendations for UK property project managers, How expats can find good project managers for UK properties

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With more financial advice available than ever—from YouTube videos to social media influencers—how do you know who you can trust with your retirement? In this special presentation, Diane Williamson sits down with retirement planning specialist Tony Walker to discuss the story behind Tony Walker Financial, the company's mission, and the philosophy that has helped more than 4,000 clients pursue a worry-free retirement. You'll discover: Why Tony Walker started the firm How fiduciary retirement planning differs from product sales What makes the Tony Walker Financial culture unique Why business continuity matters in retirement planning The philosophy behind Live Well, Die Broke How the "Talk to Tony" process works Why retirement planning should be personal—not one-size-fits-all If you're looking for a retirement planning partner built on relationships, service, and long-term planning, this interview is a great place to start. For more information call: 877-499-9255

Is your retirement savings really worth what you think it is? In this thought-provoking episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker challenges some of the biggest assumptions people make about money, retirement, and financial planning. From AI scams and "free" annuity bonuses to the hidden cost of compound interest in taxable accounts, Tony explains why having money on paper isn't the same as having a retirement strategy you can actually enjoy. In this episode: Why "paper wealth" isn't always real wealth The truth behind annuity bonuses Hidden costs of taxable compound interest How AI scams are targeting retirees Why retirement planning should focus on usable income Biblical lessons from Ecclesiastes about money and possessions The philosophy behind Live Well, Die Broke If you're retired or approaching retirement, this episode may change how you think about money—and what it means to truly enjoy it. To learn more call Tony Walker Financial: 877-499-9255

Have financial advisors been selling you products—but never showing you a real retirement plan? In this episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker explains the proprietary 5-Step Worry-Free Retirement Process, developed over decades to help retirees and pre-retirees build confidence instead of confusion. Rather than leading with investments or annuities, Tony explains why every retirement decision should begin with a written retirement game plan tailored to your goals. In this video you'll learn: Why retirement planning is a process—not a product How the Worry-Free Retirement Process was developed Why a written retirement game plan matters The importance of reviewing complete financial statements How referrals and client relationships drive the firm's growth Why ongoing service is just as important as the initial plan If you're nearing retirement and want a roadmap—not just another sales pitch—this episode is for you.

Rolling over your 401(k) may be one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. So how do you know you're getting good advice? In this episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker explains why retirement planning should start with a written game plan—not a product recommendation. You'll learn how to recognize red flags, why fiduciary guidance matters, and what every retiree should know before moving retirement savings into an IRA. In this episode: Why retirement planning should begin with a game plan Common mistakes people make with 401(k) rollovers Questions to ask before choosing a financial advisor Why fiduciary advice can make a difference Helping aging parents and adult children navigate retirement The "Live Well, Die Broke" philosophy If you're retired or approaching retirement, this episode can help you make more informed financial decisions.

#301When you're thousands of miles away from your chosen investment patch, and you're looking for a deal, one of the first things you're going to have to do is to estimate the cost of bringing the property up to the standard of the value of the most expensive property on the street.But how can you estimate the refurb cost from a video tour or even the photos alone?Or how can you verify that the refurb costs you've been given by your builder or a sourcing agent are realistic?They say there's no substitute for viewing the property yourself. But perhaps there is? Tony Walker is a construction and property development consultant with a background spanning building merchants, contracting, and project delivery. Together with web developer Richard Devonport, he has co-founded Refurb CalculatorThis is an episode you won't want to miss!Check out our shorts on YouTubeOur WhatsApp  groupProperty Engine discounts (Code: EXPAT)Starter: 30 day trialPro: 30 day trial/3 mths 1/2 price, Ultimate: 1/2 price 3 monthsGoalsettingLeave a review37 Question Due Diligence Checklist / Auction GuideOur Sponsors: Finnigan McNeill Property GroupWe discuss:Estimating UK property refurb costs remotelyTools for UK property investors abroadRefurb calculator for UK property projectsImportance of accurate UK property measurementsUsing floor plans for UK property analysisVerifying builder estimates on UK property refurbsRoom by room UK property costingRisks of video tours in UK property investmentsHidden costs in UK property refurbishmentsFree versus paid UK property calculatorsSelecting crucial measurements for UK property estimatesImportance of mechanical and electrical systems in UK propertySpotting strategic item placement in UK property video toursDealing with UK property listings lacking photosDangers of price per square meter in UK propertyHow to use area data for UK property estimatesImpact of regional costing differences in UK propertyAI in UK property refurb estimatingSpeed as an advantage in UK property dealsFuture developments in UK property estimating toolsKeywordsUK property, UK property investment, UK property market, UK property development, UK property refurb], UK property refurbishment costs, UK property sourcing, UK property investors, UK buy to let, UK expat property, UK remote property investment, Property refurbishment UK, UK real estate investment, UK property management, UK property deals, How to estimate UK property refurb costs remotely, Best tools for remote UK property investors, Refurbishment calculator for UK properties, Managing UK refurb projects from abroad, Avoiding hidden costs in UK property refurbishments, Step-by-step UK property refurbishment process, Accurate UK property refurb estimation for expats, Tips for expat UK property investors, Evaluating UK property deals from overseas, UK property investing for foreign nationals, Room-by-room costing for UK refurb projects, Common risks in UK property video tours, Comparing regional UK construction costs, Advice for UK expat landlords, Negotiating builder quotes for UK refurbishmentsCheck out our new YouTube Channel @ExpatPropertyStory

Are you confident about your retirement? According to recent studies, fewer Americans feel confident about reaching their retirement goals than they did just a year ago. Many workers believe they'll need over $1.6 million to retire comfortably yet still worry their savings won't last. In this episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker explores why retirement confidence is declining and what savers can do to regain peace of mind.

HorrorAddicts.net Season 21 CURATED, Episode# 258 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 258 | #Vampires | Tony Walker | Robbie Quine http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts258.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net   173 days till Halloween      Theme: #Vampires Tony Walker http://youtube.com/@ClassicGhostStories   Music: "Night of the Monsters" Robbie Quine https://youtu.be/qDl_Bx-QB7Q?si=1-dtBwxUJ0lNUwUw   Catchup:  #BusyMonth #MayMadness #Create #Write #Sketch #WatchMovies #MakeMusic #YouAreOkay    Historian of Horror: #MarkOrr #TheVampire #Polidori #Dracula #VarneytheVampire   AUTHORTUNIES: Angela Yuriko Smith https://authortunities.substack.com/   HA SOAPBOX:  https://forms.gle/qbanMDWUxYAuB1EK8   Quiz-akit: Why are so many cemeteries named after trees? (Answers) Loren Rhoads, Angela Yuriko Smith   Dead Mail: #HorrorFan ERICK: #advice #goth #gothlife #babybat #eldergoth  REINNA: #WalpurgisNight #Dracula #BelaLugosi #StWalpuria #witches  WINSTON: #Zootopia2 #TheShining #HonorFilmmakers #SilenceoftheLambs #PulpFiction #YoungHorrorFans  Write in re: ideas, questions, opinions, horror cartoons, favorite movies, etc… Also, send show theme ideas! horroraddicts@gmail.com    NEWS:  "Fog" #Lung https://davewhite1.bandcamp.com/track/fog #JonOBergh  https://jonobergh.substack.com/ #DeGraveBrothers https://www.youtube.com/@degravepod #JesseOrr #DarkPrincess2  #MarkOrr #MadMonsters  #Russell #MusicalFangs #Kieran #DerbyDracula #FreeFiction #Veronica #BloodoftheVampire #Librivox #BookBirthdays #DarkDivinations #ClockworkWonderland #KillSwitch #CrescendoofDarkness https://hanetpress.wordpress.com/ #BandInterview #TheFairAttempts #AuthorInterview #MiaDalia #TerrorTrax #RobbieQuine #ManofOfFrights #Audible https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Manor-of-Frights/dp/B0GK3CTZR6 EVENTS:  #SpookyBookFaire October 10th, 2026 / San Mateo Public Library #OutoftheCellar #FilmFest #VeronicaCraven https://OutOfTheCellarFilms.com #HorrorCurated https://www.etsy.com/listing/1564359283/horror-curated-halloween World Fantasy Con Oct 2026 https://worldfantasy.org/ ~~End of News~~  Nightmare Fuel: #DJPitsiladis #Vampires #SantaPaulaVampire   CURATED PIECE: #Vampires #TonyWalker #TheDalstonVampire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsDJPijfClI&t=83s ------------------------------------- Write in re: ideas, questions, opinions, horror cartoons, favorite movies, etc… Also, send show theme ideas! horroraddicts@gmail.com h o s t e s s Emerian Rich b l o g  e d i t o r Veronica McCollum r e v i e w  c o o r d i n a t o r  Daphne Strasert s t a f f Jesse Orr, Lionel Green, Kieran Judge, Crystal Connor, Nightshade, R.L. Merrill, Mark Orr, DJ Pitsiladis, Russell Holbrook, Michael Charboneau, Brian McKinley. Want to be a part of the HA staff? Email horroraddicts@gmail.com b l o g  / c o n t a c t / s h o w . n o t e s http://www.horroraddicts.net the  belfry  app  https://www.thebelfry.rip I♥radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-horroraddictsnet-30940547/ stitcher https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/horroraddictsnet spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/0DtgSwv2Eh6aTepQi7ZWdv audible https://www.amazon.com/HorrorAddicts-net/dp/B08JJRM4NM overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes286123050/horroraddicts-net podcast republic https://www.podcastrepublic.net/podcast/286123050 himalaya  https://www.himalaya.com/en/show/501228 rss http://horroraddicts.libsyn.com/rss YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4E9vnOzVkdRNLnL2QWVk3w Instagram https://www.instagram.com/horroraddicts.netpress/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/horroraddicts.net Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/208379245861499

Do you have a mission for your retirement? Many people spend decades saving money but never stop to ask an important question: What is this money supposed to do for me? In this episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker discusses the mission behind Tony Walker Financial: helping more and more savers worry less about money. He explains why understanding your financial personality, creating a written retirement game plan, and defining your purpose for retirement can dramatically change your future.

Who can you really trust with your retirement savings? In this episode of The Worry-Free Retirement, Tony Walker and the Tony Walker Financial team discuss the importance of trust, communication, continuity, and hope when planning for retirement. From the “down-the-hall” onboarding process to retirement income planning, 401(k) rollovers, Social Security timing, and client support, this episode explains how a personalized retirement game plan can help retirees feel more confident about the future.

Tony Walker explains why retirement planning is about more than investments and income—it's about giving retirees confidence, peace of mind, and hope for the future during uncertain times.

Tony Walker explains what sets Tony Walker Financial apart, including fiduciary guidance, personalized retirement game plans, rollover assistance, income planning, and a full-service retirement support team designed to help retirees worry less about money.

HorrorAddicts.net Season 21 CURATED, Episode# 258 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 258 | #Vampires | Tony Walker | Robbie Quine http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts258.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net   173 days till Halloween      Theme: #Vampires Tony Walker http://youtube.com/@ClassicGhostStories   Music: "Night of the Monsters" Robbie Quine https://youtu.be/qDl_Bx-QB7Q?si=1-dtBwxUJ0lNUwUw   Catchup:  #BusyMonth #MayMadness #Create #Write #Sketch #WatchMovies #MakeMusic #YouAreOkay    Historian of Horror: #MarkOrr #TheVampire #Polidori #Dracula #VarneytheVampire   AUTHORTUNIES: Angela Yuriko Smith https://authortunities.substack.com/   HA SOAPBOX:  https://forms.gle/qbanMDWUxYAuB1EK8   Quiz-akit: Why are so many cemeteries named after trees? (Answers) Loren Rhoads, Angela Yuriko Smith   Dead Mail: #HorrorFan ERICK: #advice #goth #gothlife #babybat #eldergoth  REINNA: #WalpurgisNight #Dracula #BelaLugosi #StWalpuria #witches  WINSTON: #Zootopia2 #TheShining #HonorFilmmakers #SilenceoftheLambs #PulpFiction #YoungHorrorFans  Write in re: ideas, questions, opinions, horror cartoons, favorite movies, etc… Also, send show theme ideas! horroraddicts@gmail.com    NEWS:  "Fog" #Lung https://davewhite1.bandcamp.com/track/fog #JonOBergh  https://jonobergh.substack.com/ #DeGraveBrothers https://www.youtube.com/@degravepod #JesseOrr #DarkPrincess2  #MarkOrr #MadMonsters  #Russell #MusicalFangs #Kieran #DerbyDracula #FreeFiction #Veronica #BloodoftheVampire #Librivox #BookBirthdays #DarkDivinations #ClockworkWonderland #KillSwitch #CrescendoofDarkness https://hanetpress.wordpress.com/ #BandInterview #TheFairAttempts #AuthorInterview #MiaDalia #TerrorTrax #RobbieQuine #ManofOfFrights #Audible https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Manor-of-Frights/dp/B0GK3CTZR6 EVENTS:  #SpookyBookFaire October 10th, 2026 / San Mateo Public Library #OutoftheCellar #FilmFest #VeronicaCraven https://OutOfTheCellarFilms.com #HorrorCurated https://www.etsy.com/listing/1564359283/horror-curated-halloween World Fantasy Con Oct 2026 https://worldfantasy.org/ ~~End of News~~  Nightmare Fuel: #DJPitsiladis #Vampires #SantaPaulaVampire   CURATED PIECE: #Vampires #TonyWalker #TheDalstonVampire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsDJPijfClI&t=83s ------------------------------------- Write in re: ideas, questions, opinions, horror cartoons, favorite movies, etc… Also, send show theme ideas! horroraddicts@gmail.com h o s t e s s Emerian Rich b l o g  e d i t o r Veronica McCollum r e v i e w  c o o r d i n a t o r  Daphne Strasert s t a f f Jesse Orr, Lionel Green, Kieran Judge, Crystal Connor, Nightshade, R.L. Merrill, Mark Orr, DJ Pitsiladis, Russell Holbrook, Michael Charboneau, Brian McKinley. Want to be a part of the HA staff? Email horroraddicts@gmail.com b l o g  / c o n t a c t / s h o w . n o t e s http://www.horroraddicts.net the  belfry  app  https://www.thebelfry.rip I♥radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-horroraddictsnet-30940547/ stitcher https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/horroraddictsnet spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/0DtgSwv2Eh6aTepQi7ZWdv audible https://www.amazon.com/HorrorAddicts-net/dp/B08JJRM4NM overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes286123050/horroraddicts-net podcast republic https://www.podcastrepublic.net/podcast/286123050 himalaya  https://www.himalaya.com/en/show/501228 rss http://horroraddicts.libsyn.com/rss YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4E9vnOzVkdRNLnL2QWVk3w Instagram https://www.instagram.com/horroraddicts.netpress/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/horroraddicts.net Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/208379245861499

Tony Walker explains what a fiduciary is, why fiduciary responsibility matters in retirement planning, and how retirees can protect themselves from financial advice that may not truly be in their best interest.

In this episode of "The Worry-Free Retirement," fiduciary Tony Walker tackles the "granddaddy" of all retirement questions: Is it possible that I could one day outlive my savings? Tony discusses why so many savers are taking unnecessary risks with their money and how to shift your mindset from "stockpiling" to "using and enjoying." Drawing from his book Live Well, Die Broke, Tony explains that a dollar isn't truly worth anything until it is converted to cash and used.

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Our stomachs are groaning after all the tasty festive food we've consumed (with or without gravy), and we're ready for a little sit down and some stories with our second guest at the Three Ravens Christmas Feast, Taffy Thomas MBE.Taffy is the UK's first Storytelling Laureate, and a long time friend of Three Ravens.Join us now in the Haunted Conservatory for a lovely conversation, midwinter stories, and a special Christmas message from the King of Stories.We'll be back once the shadows are lengthening, for something decidedly spookier, with Tony Walker, author of Christmas Ghost Stories and host of the Classic Ghost Stories podcast, and a bit of seasonal music...Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastBonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?REGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's just beginning to get dark at Three Ravens HQ, when a booming knock sounds on the front door. Who should be outside but Tony Walker, host of the Classic Ghost Stories podcast and author of Christmas Ghost Stories?Tony just can't seem to get himself warm, even by the roaring fire in the Great Hall, but he's certainly got a tale to tell, so cuddle close and don't peer too closely into the shadows.Unless, of course, it's not really Tony at all...The final part of the Three Ravens Christmas Feast 2025 concludes with a festive sing song, as Ben and Eleanor entertain us with their new version of I Saw Three Ships.So let's take to the dance floor, raise a glass, and our laughter and songs will drive back the dark for another year.Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastREGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the phone-in: Experts Archie Kaiser and Emma Halpern answer questions about the proposed changes to the bail system. And off the top of the show, we hear from Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont who has left the Conservative Party and crossed the floor to the Liberals. We also speak with Tony Walker from Dalhousie University about his latest research that shows microplastics in lobster meat.

For our final Local Legends interview of Haunting Season 2025, Eleanor speaks with Tony Walker, author and host of the Classic Ghost Stories podcast. We are huge fans of Tony's work, from his narrations of well-known ghost stories and lesser read hidden gems to his own original fiction.Though as we discuss during this conversation, Tony's interests in the uncanny and peculiar started in childhood. He has worked in ghost tourism, spent many years as a mental healthcare professional, and has traveled almost as widely as he has read.His own writing, which prompted the creation of the Classic Ghost Stories podcast, speaks to his genuine, deep-seated interest in the Gothic, the paranormal, and the 'super-normal' - he has an open mind, natural curiosity, and a warmth and friendliness that make him wonderful to spend time with.In this interview, Eleanor chats to Tony about the formula for the perfect ghost story, real life ghost stories, his favourite spooky tales and places, and lots more, from the intersection between storytelling and gaming to the replica Punic mask he bought on holiday which seemed to become home to an errant nature spirit...To find out more about his work simply search up 'Classic Ghost Stories' on the app you're using to listen to this, or visit his Substack here.Otherwise, we thoroughly hope that you have enjoyed our third annual Haunting Season, and will speak to you tomorrow in our November Update episode, then again on Monday when Series 7 continues with our exploration of the history and folklore of the historic Welsh county of Monmouthshire!Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To wish everyone a very happy Halloween, we warmly present a reading of Oscar Wilde's classic ghost story, The Canterville Ghost.After a month of celebrating more sincere ghost stories and quite dense, spooky topics, we thought it might be time for a little levity - and this story is an important one: written in 1887, it called time on the Victorian ghost story, masterfully blending satire, social commentary, and supernatural themes, subverting the traditions of the form to explore profound ideas about culture, redemption, and the human condition.It's a tale which has its cake and eats it, packed with familiar gothic tropes while also being both a parody and social satire; it serves as a sharp critique of both the English aristocracy and the American nouveau riche, with Wilde using the clash between ancient, tradition-bound British culture and modern, materialistic, and practical American culture to highlight the absurdities and shortcomings of both societies.Exploring eternally-relevant themes such as redemption and forgiveness, life and death, and the tensions between materialism and spirituality, it also showcases Wilde's characteristic wit, irony, and use of paradox. Rightfully acknowledged as a masterpiece of comic gothic fiction that continues to be enjoyed for its literary craftsmanship and timeless relevance, we hope you enjoy Martin's reading, that it makes you smile during our current quite dark and dismal times, and offers both a lighthearted, entertaining parody and a poignant, meaningful exploration of human nature and social values.In addition to which, for tomorrow's episode of Local Legends Eleanor has interviewed Tony Walker, host of the Classic Ghost Stories Podcast, for whom this sort of thing is his bread and butter, so speak to you again then!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A northern lad takes a cheap room above a Wapping pub in '87, where the Thames presses at the windows like weather. He wants to be a journalist not a barman, but he needs the money... He learns. that the cellar has secrets and that the beer is popular. Especially the Thames Halloween Dark Ale. I've made this members only story for November available to everbody as it's the Halloween one. Hope members don't mind! Here is my ebook and audiobook store payhip.com/TheClassicGhostStoriesPodcast For 33% discount - use coupon 33OFFGHOSTPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ex-Financial Adviser Tony Walker joins me on this one.Here's 4 things you'll need to keep front of mind if you're planning to, or you already are, handling your retirement. 1 – Learn how to identify the best, short term investment strategy 2 – Keep it simple 3 – Use your mortgage for the win, and lastly 4 – Stay laser-eyed on real returns. Read more.Subscribe to UGRO For Your Wealth on YouTube, for property and personal finance from a New Zealand perspective.Subscribe to The Everyday Investor - With Darcy Ungaro on YouTube, for macro topics, and the angles often missing.Book in a free 15-min phone call with Darcy Ungaro (financial adviser).Sign up to the fortnightly newsletter!Thank You Swyftx: With over 1 million customers across New Zealand and Australia. Ask yourself …”Where can crypto take you?". Check out Swyftx.MyRent: See why residential property investors all over New Zealand are switching to myRent.Provincia: Whether you're looking to invest, or you have a commercial property that needs better management - they the true one-stop shop for wholesale industrial investors. Check out Provincia.co.nz for more.Affiliate Links!The Bitcoin Adviser: Plan for intergenerational digital wealth. Hatch: For US markets.Revolut: For a new type of banking.Sharesies: For local, and international markets.Loan My Coins: Bitcoin lending product.Exodus: Get rewards on your first $2,500 of swapsOnline courses:New Wealth Foundations: Personal finance from a wealth-builder's perspective.Take the free, 5-part online course Crypto 101: Crypto with Confidence Get Social:Check out the most watched/downloaded episodes hereFollow on

A narrowboat moors in Eastwick, a village cut off by time and road. Among its postcards and memories stands an ancient stone — and in every image, a shadow that should not be there. When George Middleton takes his own photograph, the shadow moves closer. This is one of my own stories — and this time, I'm out to scare you. Let's see if I manage to. Here is my ebook and audiobook store payhip.com/TheClassicGhostStoriesPodcast For 33% discount - use coupon 33OFFGHOSTPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a schoolteacher's borrowed BBC computer began displaying mysterious messages from a 16th-century scholar and beings from the year 2109, it sparked one of England's most bewildering paranormal cases.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateIN THIS EPISODE: In Victorian London, a grisly murder case involving Maria and Frederick Manning shocked society and caught the attention of Charles Dickens himself. What began as a love triangle turned into a chilling tale of greed, betrayal, and murder, culminating in a public execution that would challenge the very nature of capital punishment in Great Britain. (The Murderous Mannings) *** In 1720, amidst a perilous pirate attack on the Atlantic, a newborn's cry changed the course of destiny. Ocean-Born Mary, christened by buccaneers and gifted with a bolt of green silk, would grow from a maritime legend into a symbol of courage and resilience in colonial New England, her extraordinary birth weaving a tapestry of fact and fiction that continues to captivate imaginations centuries later. (A Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary) *** On the morning of June 20, 2001, Andrea Yates shocked the nation by drowning her five children, one by one, in the family bathtub. Years of untreated mental illness, compounded by religious fanaticism and postpartum psychosis, culminated in this unimaginable tragedy. Was it the work of a tortured mind, or something darker at play? (Did The Devil Make Her Do It?) *** Deep in the ancient folds of the Appalachian Mountains, where time seems to slow and shadows linger, legends have taken root for millennia. These peaks have become a breeding ground for supernatural tales that blend seamlessly with the landscape. The sheer age and untamed nature of Appalachia have given birth to a rich tapestry of myths, from the Mothman, to ghosts, to the Devil himself. (Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia) *** In the heart of Preston, Ladywell Street is infamous for a chilling spectral presence capable of shifting forms—from eerie footsteps to a blood-soaked apparition known as the Bannister Doll. Once a beautiful young woman, Dolly Bannister met a tragic death at the hands of her father, a punishment for a crime she didn't commit. Now, her restless spirit seeks retribution, haunting the streets and striking fear into anyone who dares to cross her path. (The Haunting of Ladywell Street) *** In 1984, a sleepy English village became the unlikely stage for a mind-bending mystery when a schoolteacher's computer began receiving messages from a man claiming to be from 1546. As past and present collided through a BBC Micro, Ken Webster and his friends found themselves entangled in a web of Tudor English, future prophecies, and inexplicable phenomena that would challenge everything they thought they knew about time and technology. (Ctrl+Alt+1546: The Dodleston Messages Mystery)ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:33.391 = Show Open00:05:27.341 = The Dodleston Messages Mystery00:27:16.141 = The Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary00:32:01.707 = The Murderous Mannings00:41:10.624 = Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia00:48:42.848 = Did The Devil Make Her Do It?00:59:28.888 = The Haunting of Ladywell Street01:03:06.047 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “The Vertical Plane” by Ken Webster: https://amzn.to/4drgdH4“Ctrl+Alt+1546: The Dodleston Messages Mystery” source: Tony Walker, Medium: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3pf7strv“The Murderous Mannings” source: Alexa Baczak, Medium: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8a6sta“The Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary” sources: NewEngland.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdvz9by6; Sea Coast NH: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3jy3bc3r; New England Historical Society:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p84pzrn“The Haunting of Ladywell Street” source: The Lancashire Post: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckypttt; Deborah Contessa: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8zkern“Did The Devil Make Her Do It?” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/swtmdth7“Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia” source: National Geographic: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckjkbaw=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: September 27, 2024NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DodlestonMessages

What price, a parent's love? A Scottish family, seeking a quiet life, rents Brentwood House – a grand, Georgian mansion standing in wooded grounds beside a ruined keep and a deep glen – only to find themselves in a terrifying ordeal. As their son plunges further into despair, can they, as a family, keep a hold of reality? Is there a happy solution? "The Open Door" by Margaret Oliphant was originally published in 1881 as part of the collection Stories of the Seen and Unseen. Join me, Tony Walker, narrator of The Classic Ghost Stories Podcast, for this week's story.

In a dim parlour by the sea, where the waves sigh like old regrets, Madame Lily Floss lays her tarot cards on green silk and dreams of escape. She longs for a life beyond the shore, beyond her mother's house, beyond her fate. Then, one evening, a stranger arrives — a man who claims they've not yet met… but already remembers everything. One of my own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-How tiny vest-wearing rats are sniffing out wildlife traffickers Guest: Dr. Kate Webb, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center -Can Canadian honeybees monitor pollution? Guest: Dr. Tony Walker, Professor in the School for Resource and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University -How will the US election results impact Canada? Guest: Edward Alden, Ross Dist Visiting Professor at Western Washington University and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, DC -How did the US presidential election unfold? Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News -Did the Elections BC miscounts impact voter confidence? Guest: Allie Blades, Senior Advisor at Frame Point Public Affairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a dimly lit room on Curwen Street, an old wooden table bears the stains of countless encounters. A mysterious woman offers a strange drink, and memories begin to blur. What starts as a simple recollection of childhood fears spirals into a haunting journey of self-discovery. As the lines between past and present, memory and reality fade, one question emerges: who really sits at this table, and what awaits in the small, windowless room at the top of the stairs? This chilling tale explores the inevitability of fate and the secrets we keep, even from ourselves. Here's a short story that I've written for my forthcoming live readings around Halloween. People have been asking me to post more of my own, so here you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weird Darkness is narrated by professional full-time voice actor Darren Marlar. No A.I. voices are ever used in the show. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version with all artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycknd7s5IN THIS EPISODE: In Victorian London, a grisly murder case involving Maria and Frederick Manning shocked society and caught the attention of Charles Dickens himself. What began as a love triangle turned into a chilling tale of greed, betrayal, and murder, culminating in a public execution that would challenge the very nature of capital punishment in Great Britain. (The Murderous Mannings) *** In 1720, amidst a perilous pirate attack on the Atlantic, a newborn's cry changed the course of destiny. Ocean-Born Mary, christened by buccaneers and gifted with a bolt of green silk, would grow from a maritime legend into a symbol of courage and resilience in colonial New England, her extraordinary birth weaving a tapestry of fact and fiction that continues to captivate imaginations centuries later. (A Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary) *** On the morning of June 20, 2001, Andrea Yates shocked the nation by drowning her five children, one by one, in the family bathtub. Years of untreated mental illness, compounded by religious fanaticism and postpartum psychosis, culminated in this unimaginable tragedy. Was it the work of a tortured mind, or something darker at play? (Did The Devil Make Her Do It?) *** Deep in the ancient folds of the Appalachian Mountains, where time seems to slow and shadows linger, legends have taken root for millennia. These peaks have become a breeding ground for supernatural tales that blend seamlessly with the landscape. The sheer age and untamed nature of Appalachia have given birth to a rich tapestry of myths, from the Mothman, to ghosts, to the Devil himself. (Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia) *** In the heart of Preston, Ladywell Street is infamous for a chilling spectral presence capable of shifting forms—from eerie footsteps to a blood-soaked apparition known as the Bannister Doll. Once a beautiful young woman, Dolly Bannister met a tragic death at the hands of her father, a punishment for a crime she didn't commit. Now, her restless spirit seeks retribution, haunting the streets and striking fear into anyone who dares to cross her path. (The Haunting of Ladywell Street) *** In 1984, a sleepy English village became the unlikely stage for a mind-bending mystery when a schoolteacher's computer began receiving messages from a man claiming to be from 1546. As past and present collided through a BBC Micro, Ken Webster and his friends found themselves entangled in a web of Tudor English, future prophecies, and inexplicable phenomena that would challenge everything they thought they knew about time and technology. (Ctrl+Alt+1546: The Dodleston Messages Mystery)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Cold Open & Show Intro00:06:14:000 = The Dodleston Messages Mystery00:29:39.831 = The Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary00:34:22.383 = The Murderous Mannings00:45:21.991 = Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia00:52:52.462 = Did The Devil Make Her Do It?01:04:53.693 = The Haunting of Ladywell Street01:08:28.296 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “The Vertical Plane” by Ken Webster: https://amzn.to/4drgdH4“Ctrl+Alt+1546: The Dodleston Messages Mystery” source: Tony Walker, Medium: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3pf7strv“The Murderous Mannings” source: Alexa Baczak, Medium: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8a6sta“The Pirate's Godchild, Ocean-Born Mary” sources: NewEngland.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdvz9by6; Sea Coast NH: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3jy3bc3r; New England Historical Society:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p84pzrn“The Haunting of Ladywell Street” source: The Lancashire Post: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckypttt; Deborah Contessa: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8zkern“Did The Devil Make Her Do It?” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/swtmdth7“Modern Mythology and Ancient Appalachia” source: National Geographic: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckjkbawWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: September 27, 2024CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/DodlestonMessages

A cynical take on the financial services industry is understandable. There's nothing like an obvious financial benefit in the form of a commission or fee based on volume to put into question their motivation. Read moreBook in a free 15-min phone call with Darcy Ungaro (financial adviser)- click on this link.______________________Online courses:The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a better mortgage.The KiwiSaver Millionaire Roadmap: From 6 figures to 7; Get a Rockstar Retirement!New Wealth Foundations: Personal finance from a wealth-builder's perspective.Take the free, 5-part online course Crypto 101: Crypto with Confidence (In partnership with Easy Crypto)Get SocialSign up to the newsletter!Check out the most watched/downloaded episodes hereFollow on YouTube , Instagram, TikTok: @theeverydayinvestor, X (@UngaroDarcy), LinkedIn.Learn more about Ungaro & Co Financial Advice: www.ungaro.co.nz________________________Affiliate Links!I may receive a financial benefit if you click on these links.HatchSharesiesEasy CryptoSharesight: (Get 5 months free)Revolut: Sign up, and get a $15 credit.Disclaimer: Please act independently from any content provided in these episodes; it's not financial advice, because...

In a major policy shift, the United States may consider supporting a global call to reduce the production of new plastic. The change could have major international impacts. Dalhousie professor Tony Walker joins us to talk about that.

Psalms 37:23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. 25 I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.From our Home Coming Revival, Brother Tony Walker preaches. First we have Sister Walker giving a testimony, both sing, I Am Free Free Free.This has been a Great Revival for us.

Addressing Student Mental Health in Higher Education: Expert Insights and Strategies Dr. Drumm McNaughton is joined by Tony Walker, Senior Vice President of Academic Programs at The Jed Foundation, and James Kohl, Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, to discuss student mental health in higher education. They share insights on current challenges, effective strategies, and the evolving crisis of mental health on college campuses. Key Discussion Points The State of Student Mental Health: Suicide remains the second leading cause of death among young people ages 10-34, according to the CDC. Recent data shows a significant increase in mental health issues among young adults, with 36.2% experiencing a mental, behavioral, or emotional health issue in the past year. Marginalized communities, particularly LGBTQ+ youth, face even greater challenges. The Jed Foundation's Approach: Overview of the JED Campus Programs initiative, which spans seven key domains to support student mental health. Discussion of the implementation process, including needs assessment, strategic planning, and evaluation. Insights into the impact of comprehensive mental health programs, including reduced suicide attempts and improved crisis response. UMass Lowell Case Study: Implementation of the JED Campus program at UMass Lowell, including the process and challenges faced. Positive outcomes despite the COVID-19 pandemic, including better-than-national-average scores in student flourishing. Key lessons learned, emphasizing collaboration, stakeholder buy-in, and adaptability. Evolution of Mental Health Discussions in Higher Education: Shift from stigmatization to open dialogue about mental health on campuses. Growing recognition of mental health's importance in student success. Movement towards more holistic approaches that include both prevention and crisis response. Strategic Recommendations for Higher Education Leaders: Prioritize mental health at the institutional level. Foster collaboration and break down departmental silos. Implement comprehensive screening and early intervention programs. Enhance access to mental health services and destigmatize mental health through education. Develop robust crisis management protocols.   Read the transcript of this podcast on our website: https://changinghighered.com/implementing-comprehensive-student-mental-health-programs/   #HigherEducation #StudentMentalHealth #HigherEdPodcasts About Our Podcast Guests Dr. Tony Walker joined The Jed Foundation in November 2022 as Senior Vice President of Academic Programs. In his role, he structures, expands, and leads JED's K-12 and higher education programs to meet the organization's strategic plan objectives. To fulfill this work, he connects strategy, people management, operations, fiscal responsibility, partnerships, and school recruitment functions. Prior to joining JED, Tony served as Vice President of Education Strategy and Innovation at the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. He previously worked in multiple roles in public education, including as a teacher, school counselor, and, most recently, as an executive district leader over Student Support Services at a large public school district in Texas. Tony is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor and holds a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Missouri, a Master's degree in Counseling, and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Texas Tech University. James Kohl, Ph.D., is the Dean of Student Affairs and Experiential Learning at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He has been at UMass Lowell for over 16 years and previously worked at George Washington University as the director of housing programs. He received a B.S. in Psychology from Lafayette College, an M.A. in College Student Personnel Services from University of Maryland, College Park, and a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership from University of Maryland, College Park. About the Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton is the founder, CEO, and Principal Consultant at The Change Leader, Inc. A highly sought-after higher education consultant with 20+ years of experience, Dr. McNaughton works with leadership, management, and boards of both U.S. and international institutions. His expertise spans key areas including accreditation, governance, strategic planning, presidential onboarding, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances. Dr. McNaughton's approach combines a holistic methodology with a deep understanding of the contemporary and evolving challenges facing higher education institutions worldwide to ensure his clients succeed in their mission. To learn more about his services and other thought leadership pieces, visit his firm's website: https://changinghighered.com/. The Change Leader's Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com    

Welcome to episode 650. We have one tale for you, about a reluctant sailor aboard a privateer vessel whose search for justice uncovers something far more disturbing.COMING UPGood Evening: Thank-you and Submissions: 00:01:06[Trigger] Nathaniel Matthews Lee's The Ship's Cat as read by Tony Walker: 00:04:12TRIGGER WARNINGSThe Ship's Cat contains scenes of Animal Abuse/Death.PERTINENT LINKSSupport us on Patreon! Spread the darkness.Shop Tales to Terrify MerchNathaniel Matthews LeeTony Walker (classicghostpodcast@gmail.com)Original Score by Nebulus EntertainmentNebulus on FacebookNebulus on InstagramSPECIAL THANKS TOAmanda CarrilloLestle BaxterOrion D. HegreSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/talestoterrify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Harbor Light Holiness' Homecoming Revival, Brother Tony Walker - We Need A Stirring!John 5:2 Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water. 4 For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had. 5 And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years. 6 When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole? 

Prepare to be enthralled by Tony Walker's gripping narration of Edgar Wallace's "The Stranger of the Night," a well-crafted supernatural thriller first published on 15 October 1910. Follow the tale of George Thomas, a troubled man armed with a hidden knife, as he encounters a mysterious stranger who seems to understand his deepest fears and desires. This stranger, a seemingly benevolent spirit, guides George through a night of profound psychological and moral turmoil, leading to an unexpected and thought-provoking conclusion. Let Tony Walker's evocative storytelling immerse you in Wallace's world, where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur in this riveting tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Immerse yourself in the hauntingly evocative world of William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily," masterfully narrated by Tony Walker. This Southern Gothic tale unravels the life of Emily Grierson, a reclusive woman shrouded in mystery and steeped in tradition. As the layers of her existence are peeled back, the listener is drawn into a web of intrigue, secrecy, and the macabre. Walker's compelling narration breathes life into Faulkner's rich prose, making this timeless story of love, loss, and the passage of time an unforgettable auditory experience. Enter "Poor Emily's" enigmatic world and discover the chilling secrets that lie within. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After opening for Sam Ramsdell at Governor's Comedy Club in Levittown, Tom Kelly joins Don Sills and Tony Walker of the Knock 'Em Dead Podcast on Govs Radio. Tom Discusses: How big is Tom's Mouth? Tom's Dad Knows Tony Walker Tom Considers Moving to the Avalon in Amityville, New York 

Old May Day Customs, Fences, Fell Ponies, Sleepy chat, and a bedtime story. Sleepy Folklore! Sleep through Tony Walker's meanderings and end up at the Shipping Forecast. This week we look at customs around May 13, 'Old May Day' (and thus the one we're sticking to). We look at the Screaming Skull of Burton Agnes Hall, Fences, Fell Ponies, and a look at a story from Elizabeth Garner's Lost & Found book. In amongst pointless, soporific chatter from the man with the dreariest voice in England (official). If this doesn't bore you to sleep. nothing will.

Over 50 per cent of the world's branded plastic pollution recorded in a study from 2018 and 2022 comes from 56 companies. That's according to a study published today in the journal Science Advances. Jeff speaks with one of the authors, Tony Walker.

Our special guest today: Dr. Tony Walker serves on the executive team of The Jed Foundation (“JED”) – a national nonprofit that serves as a thought leader on school mental health and youth suicide prevention. JED works within Higher Education Institutions and PK-12 schools and districts to help leaders build systems that promote more positive mental health outcomes for youth. In his role, Dr. Walker leads JED's Academic Programs team, supporting the implementation of JED's programs and best practices of comprehensive school mental health and suicide prevention programming across our nation's education landscape. Previously, Dr. Walker worked in multiple roles in public education, including as a teacher, school counselor and most recently serving as an executive district leader over Student Support Services at Uplift Education, a high performing network of schools dedicated to providing excellent educational opportunities to more than 23,000 students in North Texas. Founding this work at Uplift in 2011, he established and supervised five large departments servicing 44 schools, including Counseling Services, Social Emotional Learning, Student Discipline and Restorative Practices, Prevention Programs, and Strategic Community Partnerships. Under his decade of leadership, Uplift developed and implemented one of the largest school-based mental health systems in Texas, allowing students and families direct access to licensed mental health clinicians in every school, robust SEL experiences, in-district family therapy services, and a full array of other wraparound programs and supports. Further this conversation with the following links: https://jedfoundation.org/ X (formerly Twitter) - https://twitter.com/jedfoundation  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JedFoundation  Instagram - https://instagram.com/jedfoundation/ This episode is sponsored by our partner at Money Pickle! Discover the key to unlocking your financial success by scheduling a complimentary call with one of Money Pickle's trusted, third-party financial advisors. With Money Pickle taking care of the matchmaking process and the advisor covering the cost of the call, all you need to do is share the topic of discussion and attend the meeting at a time that best suits you. In this invaluable video chat session, you'll have the chance to delve into your financial aspirations, investment strategies, and retirement plans, propelling you further towards attaining true financial independence. Now, here's even more good news for you: while there's no obligation, you have a unique opportunity to start an ongoing relationship with your matched advisor. They can offer you additional personalized services and the invaluable support you need throughout your investment journey. Connect with them this year: https://www.moneypickle.com/shiftingschools  

People have been asking for more of my own stories, so here's one. However, I have to warn you that I use the f-word in it and it is rather dark. It's possibly as dark as my Whitehaven Bodysnatcher, plus it has swearing (though it is necessary for the character I feel). So, if you prefer my sweeter stories, or don't like that word being used, I would avoid this one.It all starts with a man going walking in the Black Forest in Germany...New Patreon RequestBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the showVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

This week we discuss Rush Bearing as Custom of the Day. In legend of the Week we look at the Irish gods. There's some Wordsworth and Yeats at the end and in the middle of that is me wondering about the benefits of walking and honouring your ancestors. The bedtime story is part one of The Poisoned Rose by Tony Walker. We also present 'Natural Pigments' and talk about if they are any good. I forgot to mention that Art Shop in Appleby which makes its own natural pigments. Here are the links to the books discussed in the episode: https://www.ghostpod.org/2023/07/12/late-night-sleep-radio-episode-6/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've done this terrifying story by E F Benson before, but that was in 2019 and the sound wasn't great. Thanks to my supporters, I have much better sound equpiment now and I hope I'm a better narrator. I hope you like itIn this edge-of-your-seat episode, Tony Walker plunges into the sinister world of E.F. Benson's haunting story. Our protagonist, an unnamed young man, is plagued by an eerie recurring nightmare. In his dream, he visits a friend's foreboding home, inhabited by an ever-changing roster of silent and grim figures. Foremost among them is the unsettling Mrs. Stone, who persistently assigns him a room in the tower - a room that fills him with an indescribable dread.As the characters in the dream grow older and more bizarre over time, the terror continues to twist and turn. But the real question remains: What truly lurks in the room in the tower? Why does it inspire such fear?New Patreon RequestBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the showVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

One of my own stories, specially written for Christmas 2022. It's a very personal story, and you may find it a little sentimental, but it is my Christmas present to those listeners who are happy to receive it from me.New Patreon RequestBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the showVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

The Dead is is the last story, and the longest from James Joyce's 1914 short stories collection: Dubliners. It is longer than the rest, being more like a novella. It is considered one of the classics of Irish literature, and possibly the best literary short fiction in the English language.Dubliners is a rich and generous story and though Joyce was considered a pioneer of modernist literature, with his 1922 novel Ulysses and especially with Finnegans Wake in 1939.Joyce left Ireland in 1904 and lived abroad in Trieste, Switzerland and Paris and never really lived in Dublin again but his books and all his writing are set among the people and places he grew up amongst.See a full analysis and summary here: https://www.ghostpod.org/2022/11/05/the-dead-by-james-joyce-analysis/This audio book reading is by Tony Walker of The Classic Ghost Stories Podcast.  It was made into a film in 1987, by John Huston starring Anjelica Huston and Donal McCann. Download my narrations of some stories at my Bandcamp sitehttps://theclassicghoststoriespodcast.bandcamp.com/Visit the Website For Story Noteshttps://www.ghostpod.org/2022/11/05/the-dead-by-james-joyce-analysis/Support the showVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

Happy Halloween! A disturbing and scary tale that will be performed live in Whitehaven this Halloween as part of our Eerie Cumbria programme.I hope you will be suitably disturbed by it, even it you don't live in Whitehaven.You can listen to my version of Dracula free on Bandcamp (you get to play each chapter 3 x before you have to pay a cent) if you need more Halloween vibes.https://theclassicghoststoriespodcast.bandcamp.com/album/dracula-by-bram-stokerSupport the showVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

The Birds by Daphne du Maurier was adapted into the 1963 horror thriller movie The Birds by Alfred Hitchcock. Daphne du Maurier wrote horror and mystery and crime stories and the birds can be considered science fiction. She was a master of storytelling and character building in English literature. The Birds concerns a bird attack in a horror story version of the near future when nature has been twisted by humankind – a kind of pandemic. Her two other most famous stories which were made into films were Rebecca (also directed by Alfred Hitchcock) and Don't Look Now by Nicolas RoegThis unabridged audio book version is narrated by Tony Walker of The Classic Ghost Stories Podcast with an analysis and summary at the end. #AudioDrama #RadioDrama #TheBirds If You Appreciate The Work I've Put In Here You could buy me a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/tonywalker or join as a Patron for exclusive content here: https://www.patreon.com/barcud)And you can join my mailing list and get a  free audiobook: https://bit.ly/dalstonvampireMusic By The Heartwood Institutehttps://bit.ly/somecomeback***Fairy Tales with Granny MacDuff Podcast Join Granny MacDuff as she reads classic children's fairy tales in this award...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show