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If you enjoyed this episode, why not book now to attend the upcoming live interview recording in Winchester with Lord Frost! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/irreverend-live-jamie-franklin-interviews-lord-frost-tickets-1536201733739?aff=oddtdtcreator Church of England vicars Daniel French, Thomas Pelham and Jamie Franklin are joined by Lord Frost. David Frost had been at the heart of the UK Government and was deeply involved in seminal moments in British history including the Brexit negotiations and the Covid crisis. A deeply principled man, he quit the government over his opposition to further Covid restrictions and said subsequently that he believes that lockdowns are a serious policy error. In this special interview, he addressed in-depth the Covid crisis and the real reasons for the government's response to it, the use of behavioural psychology, the relationship of the government to the UK media, Brexit, the green agenda, free speech and the online harms bill. We also spoke about the Church of England and its failure to take the opportunity to offer hope in the midst of fear. Lord Frost ended this discussion with an exhortation to the Church to remember its true identity and to stop aping secular politicians.Daniel and Jamie also reflected upon the discussion with Lord Frost and caught up on the notable news for the second week of February 2022: the ending of Covid restrictions in England, the Church of England bishops' plans to alter the nature of the Church by creating bishops for certain issues such as Brexit and Covid, and Justin Welby's comments on the moral imperative to embrace radical collectivism.Subscribe to Jamie's blog Good Things! Buy Jamie's Book! THE GREAT RETURNYou make this podcast possible. Please support us!On Substack - https://irreverendpod.substack.com/On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/irreverendBuy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend To make a direct donation or to get in touch with questions or comments please email irreverendpod@gmail.com!Notices:Daniel French Substack: https://undergroundchurch.substack.com/Jamie Franklin's "Good Things" Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Substack: https://irreverendpod.substack.comFollow us on Twitter: https://x.com/IrreverendPodFind me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Join our Irreverend Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodFind links to our episodes, social media accounts and much more https://www.irreverendpod.com!Thursday Circles: http://thursdaycircle.com Support the show

Day 1,288.Today, as China unveils new weapons at the huge military parade in Beijing attended by Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong-un, we assess just how significant the gathering is, and whether it has put the West ‘on notice'. Then we sit down for an exclusive interview with the British Foreign Secretary as the UK announces sanctions against those forcibly deporting, indoctrinating and militarising Ukrainian children.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjzon on X.With thanks to The Rt Hon David Lammy MP (Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs). @davidlammy on X.Content Referenced:UK sanctions actors forcibly deporting, indoctrinating and militarising Ukrainian children (UK Government):https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-sanctions-actors-forcibly-deporting-indoctrinating-and-militarising-ukrainian-children Russian defence ministry displays Ukraine map claiming more regions (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/09/02/russian-defence-ministry-displays-map-claiming-ukrainie/Kim tells Putin: I'll do everything I can to help (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/09/03/china-military-parade-latest-news/ SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK Government is planning a new law in England to stop anyone under the age of 16 buying energy drinks from supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, vending machines and other retailers. Up to one third of UK children are thought to consume these types of drinks every week, despite protective measures existing in some stores. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says experts have linked energy drinks to headaches, sleep deprivation, heart problems and seizures - and concerns have been raised. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Everything EV Podcast we go from gravel rally stages to construction sites, with a packed line-up of stories from the world of electrification.Matt gets behind the wheel of the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally to find out if a gravel-ready hot EV really makes sense and George goes behind the scenes with Volvo CE in Finland's World Rallycross to see how electrification is reshaping motorsport. We also hear directly from Volvo Construction Equipment's Arvid Rinaldo about how battery power is transforming heavy industry.The team also discuss:The UK Government's fix for a glaring loophole in the electric car grant rulesVauxhall's spicy Corsa GSe show car, a hint at its first all-electric hot hatchRecord-breaking EVs from Mercedes-AMG and Yangwang that are pushing the limits of performanceThe new Tesla Model Y Performance and what its 460bhp update means for fans of physical controlsXiaomi's 2027 European launch plans as another Chinese giant lines up against TeslaSkoda's reimagined Felicia Fun pick-up concept for the EV eraFrom road cars to rally cars and even construction machinery, we cover the EV innovations that matter.

A summary of the key cases and legislative updates in the pensions industry between June and August 2025 together with some dates for your diary for future events. Here is a link to the text version of the Quarterly Update which includes additional links and references.

The UK Government is set to introduce tighter rules for migrants granted asylum bringing their families to the UK. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to unveil new criteria for family members - including tougher English language standards and access to sufficient funds. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says immigration is likely to become a key talking point at the next election, and the Government's feeling pressure from Reform's popularity. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast, we're diving into the UK Governments "Backing Your Business" plan and exploring whether it's truly going to help entrepreneurs and small business owners succeed. With so much hype surrounding the initiative, it's time to separate fact from fiction and get to the bottom of what this plan really means for UK businesses. From funding and support to resources and guidance, we're examining the ins and outs of the "Backing Your Business" plan and what it might mean for your business. If you're a UK entrepreneur looking for clarity on this initiative, you won't want to miss this podcast.===========================Here are the ways to work with us here at New Way Growth: ===========================⚡️Unleash Your Business Potential Without Spending Countless Hours Struggling Alone: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/nwgsbgc ⚡️Maximise Your Revenue Without Wasting Time on Ineffective Tactics: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/nwgpgprog⚡️Accelerate Your Business Growth Without Endless Trial and Error Strategies: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/nwgpgprog⚡️Transform Your Vision into Profit Without Getting Lost in the Daily Grind: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/nwgbvta⚡️For Support inquires, or Business inquiries, please go to ➡︎ https://newwaygrowth.com/contact-us===========================Connect with us on Social Media:===========================VISIT | https://www.newwaygrowth.comFACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/newwaygrowthTWITTER | https://twitter.com/AdamPayneFInsLMINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/adampaynefinstlm/YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@newwaygrowth===========================#smallbusinessgrowth #digitalmarketing #socialmedia

Next week at the time of writing, I have a job interview and one of the questions relates to what are the signs of radicalisation in children. The interview is for a learning support assistant role at a local school and the UK Government makes it a legal requirement for workers in education to Prevent radicalisation in children, so this is a part of that duty of care. In addition, whilst we've previously learnt about terrorism and other related criminal psychology topics on the podcast, we haven't learnt about radicalisation too much before now. Therefore, in this forensic psychologypodcast episode, you'll learn what is radicalisation, what are the signs of radicalisation in children and why is radicalisation in children important to learn about. If you enjoy learning about terrorism, radicalisation and criminal psychology then this will be a great episode for you.In the psychology news section, you'll learn about how amputation doesn't change our "body map" after all, how healthcare comments can impact parent-child relationship before the baby is born, and how spotting sickness primes us to fight infection.LISTEN NOW!If you want to support the podcast, please check out:FREE AND EXCLUSIVE 8 PSYCHOLOGY BOOK BOXSET- https://www.subscribepage.io/psychologyboxsetForensic Psychology of Terrorism and Hostage Taking- https://www.connorwhiteley.net/forensic-psychology-of-terrorism-and-hostage-taking Available from all major eBook retailers and you can order the paperback and hardback copies from Amazon, your local bookstore and local library, if you request it. Also available as an AI-narrated audiobook from selected audiobook platforms and libraries systems. For example, Kobo, Spotify, Barnes and Noble, Google Play, Overdrive, Baker and Taylor and Bibliotheca. Patreon- patreon.com/ThePsychologyWorldPodcast#radicalisation #counterterrorism #radicalization #forensicpsychology #criminalpsychology #terrorism #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #clinicalmentalhealth #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthadvocate #psychology #psychology_facts #psychologyfacts #psychologyfact #psychologystudent #psychologystudents #podcast #podcasts

Garance Boullenger, Lead at the Healthy Markets Initiative at Share Action, a UK based NGO, campaigning for a fairer, healthier financial system tells us about a powerful move from a group of investors to urge the UK Government to introduce ambitious mandatory health reporting for the food industry.Click here to read the Investor Letter from Share Action, here for the Food Foundation Manifesto and here to sign up for the newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was foreseen for months, as Israel cut off all aid, but this month the UN declared that more than half a million people in Gaza are trapped in famine.By the end of September, more than 640 000 people will face Catastrophic levels of food insecurity. Leading to preventable deaths on a devastating scale.For Humza Yousaf, the former First Minister of Scotland and SNP leader, the horrors facing the people of Gaza for the past two years are deeply personal. His wife Nadia has relatives in Gaza - the family has described the experience as a “living nightmare”.LISTEN AD-FREE:

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This month's episode of the Alcohol Alert Podcast is a special cross-post from The Alcohol Debate Podcast, hosted by alcohol-freedom coach Tabbin Almond. In this episode, Tabbin is joined by Jem Roberts, Head of External Affairs at the Institute of Alcohol Studies, for a wide-ranging discussion on alcohol policy in the UK and Ireland.From Ireland's world-first alcohol labelling law and its recent delays, to the UK Government's 10-Year Health Plan and the omission of minimum unit pricing, Jem explains how political choices – and industry lobbying – shape the nation's response to alcohol harm.“Pricing policies have a really quick effect on saving lives. So if you want to be coming into the next general election showing tangible results from your policies, they're pretty good policies to introduce."Subscribe to Tabbin's podcast on Apple, Spotify, or most other podcast platforms. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit instalcstud.substack.com

Why does the UK government make life harder for single people? From tax breaks to housing costs, being single often means paying more. In this episode of Sexonomic, we explore why that calculation is misguided and what needs to change. We also look at the “my mother suffered, so I'm not going to” theory, where women are choosing healthier relationships based on compatibility rather than financial survival will always mean more overall happiness. The Sexonomists share our own laws and recommendations on how policy can better support single people and why fairness for singles benefits everyone - enjoy

How is technology shaping the way we live, learn, and connect? And what does that mean for young people growing up in a digital-first world?In this bonus episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine Wilson revisits a powerful conversation with Baroness Beeban Kidron, crossbench peer in the House of Lords and founder of the 5Rights Foundation. A leading advocate for children's digital rights, Beeban reflects on the urgent need to rethink how technology is designed and regulated — and the responsibilities of governments, educators, and tech companies in keeping young people safe online.Christine also connects Beeban's insights to other voices from across the series: from linguist David Crystal on how digital culture is reshaping our language, to consultant Larisa Halilovic on how new technologies are impacting on how we communicate — and what we feel we can trust.Together, these conversations explore a central issue of our time: how digital tools are transforming us all — and how we can harness them for connection, creativity, and positive change.Listen to Our World, Connected, brought to you by the British Council. Subscribe and follow for more thought-provoking conversations on culture, communication, and the power of education.Additional Resources & Links:Digital Cultural Relations https://www.britishcouncil.org/research-insight/digital-cultural-relationsWhy technology needs artists: 40 international perspectiveshttps://www.britishcouncil.org/research-insight/why-technology-needs-artists Digital Cultural Heritage: Imagination, innovation and opportunityhttps://www.britishcouncil.org/research-insight/digital-cultural-heritage Relevant 5Rights Foundation research:Inquiry finds UK Government must regulate GenAI and close online safety loopholeshttps://5rightsfoundation.com/inquiry-finds-uk-government-must-regulate-genai-and-close-online-safety-loopholes/New UK data law: what does it mean for children's privacy?https://5rightsfoundation.com/new-uk-data-law-what-does-it-mean-for-childrens-privacy/ Follow British Council Research and Insight:Newsletter - https://www.britishcouncil.org/research-insight/subscribe Twitter - https://twitter.com/InsightBritish Website - https://www.britishcouncil.org/research-insight

Brett Hanson of Blevins Franks International Tax and Wealth Management talks to Howard Brereton #Wealth #Tax #WealthManagement #Spain #Expat #Brexit

Light Science Technologies Holdings CEO Simon Deacon joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the company has secured two new contracts within its rapidly growing Passive Fire Protection division, marking another step forward in expanding its building safety solutions offering. The newly signed agreements cover projects in Manchester and Birmingham. The Manchester contract involves the remediation of a hotel operated by a prominent multinational chain, while the Birmingham project focuses on fire safety works for a school building managed by a leading UK construction company. Deacon highlighted that beyond the immediate scope of these two projects, there is significant potential to expand the relationship with both clients, given the large portfolios of buildings they manage. Each contract therefore represents not just a single project, but a gateway to broader, long-term opportunities. Scheduled for completion in H2 2025, these projects underscore the scale and urgency of the legislation-driven market opportunity. The UK Government has remained vocal about its commitment to tackling the national remediation backlog, reinforcing the need for effective, compliant, and minimally disruptive fire protection solutions—areas where Light Science Technologies is building a strong competitive advantage. With demand from both new and repeat customers continuing to grow, Light Science Technologies' Passive Fire Protection division is well-positioned to capitalize on this momentum and further establish itself as a trusted partner in delivering cost-effective solutions that safeguard buildings and communities. #proactiveinvestors #lightsciencetechnologiesplc #aim #lst #LightScienceTechnologies #BuildingSafety #FireProtection #PassiveFireProtection #SafeBuildings #CommunitySafety #FutureReady #Compliance #Sustainability#Construction #PropertyManagement #Remediation #BuildingSolutions #UKConstruction

United Kingdom correspondent, Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK Government looking into an overhaul of the asylum appeal system, as well as changes to sentencing rules in England and Wales that could see convicted criminals excluded from bars and pubs.

People convicted of crimes in England and Wales could find themselves barred from going to pubs, concerts and sports matches under proposed new rules. The Government is looking into making changes to new sentencing rules, which will give the courts more power to enforce bans. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explained that these changes could be a deterrent to criminals. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LucyConnolly #JonGaunt #UKPolitics #Starmer #KeirStarmer #AsylumCrisis #MigrantHotels #FreeSpeech #Deport Lucy Connolly is out – but where is Keir Starmer's response? Surely he should be addressing the nation on her release AND the asylum crisis spiralling out of control.  

FOLLOW UP: GOVERNMENT CONFIRM ECG ELIGIBLE CARSThe UK Government has released the list of car models that are eligible for the Electric Car Grant (ECG). There are a few surprises, including how no cars meet the Band 1 £3750 grant requirements. Click this link here, from EV Powered, to read more. To see Nick Gibb's Bluesky post, adding context to the question of how the Nissan Ayria was eligible, click this link here. For the UK Government's official list of eligible car models, click this link here. FOLLOW UP: CITROËN ADDS MODELS TO ‘STOP-DRIVE' RECALLCitroën has now added new models to the previous ‘stop-drive' order over faulty airbags. Car Dealer is reporting that before this around 120,000 vehicles were affected by the issue. Now that the C4 and DS4, built between 2010 and 2011, plus the DS5 built between 2010 and 2013 there is just a fraction under 10,000 additional vehicles. Citroën was already receiving a backlash on the perceived slowness in addressing the problem, this will not help. If you wish to learn more, click this Car Dealer article link here. ROAD SAFETY CONSULTATION LAUNCHEDThe UK Government has launched a road safety consultation, with a number of issues being given prominent place. For example, once drivers reach 70, they will have to have formal eye tests every three years to show they are fit to drive. Drivers with non seat belt wearing passengers will receive points on their license. There are more besides. Click this Autocar article link to read more. UNSAFE ROAD VEHICLE NUMBERS RISE IN UKIn 2024, nearly 50% more vehicles that were found to be unsafe than the previous year. Tyres were the biggest issue but defective brakes too an alarming jump with 1190 drivers charged last year compared to 181 in 2023. To read more, click this Autocar article link here. LONGBOW ADD MANAGEMENT HEAVYWEIGHTS TO BOARDLongbow, the electric sports car start up, has announced that Mike Flewitt, Michael van der Sande and Dan Balmer are now on the advisory board. Flewitt was CEO of McLaren, van der Sande was at Alpine and Balmer was the boss of Lotus Europe. They will help the company as it works to bring a £65,000 lightweight two seater electric sports car out in 2027. If you want to find out more, click this Autocar article link here. JLR THREATEN RIDICULOUS LEGAL ACTIONJLR sent a ‘cease and desist' letter to the Rail Delivery Group, who run the National Rail website, due to them using the phrase “ranger and rover” to refer to ranger tickets and rover tickets. The car company decided that you are all too stupid to work out a rail company was not referring to a Range Rover. You will now only ever see the words if they are as follows, “ranger tickets and rover tickets”. If you wish to learn more,

The UK Government's asylum seeker strategy has been thrown into chaos after the High Court order, a body wash commercial banned for promoting racial stereotypes. Plus, Donald Trump claims ending the war in Ukraine will help him get to heaven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A @Christadelphians Video: For a more in-depth analysis, check out this link...https://youtu.be/UZQGiCBV-AE**[The Watchman Report 'Extra' | Why is the UK Government Focusing on Islamophobia and Not All Faiths?]** In this thought-provoking spotlight, we examine the UK Government's selective focus on Islamophobia while seemingly neglecting protections for other faiths. What does Scripture reveal about justice, discrimination, and the role of governing authorities? Join us for an expositional discussion on biblical principles, religious freedom, and the prophetic implications of today's policies.

According to reporting, government files detailing Prince Andrew's decade-long tenure as the UK's Special Representative for International Trade and Investment will stay locked away until 2065—some 105 years after his birth—under royal family exemptions to Freedom of Information laws. In practice, this means the public banished from scrutinizing any records tied to his taxpayer-funded diplomatic role, just when transparency should be their highest priority following the Epstein debacle. This isn't mere protocol; it's a stonewall, shielding a scandal-riddled prince from public accountability under the guise of "royal privilege."The timing couldn't be more suspect: Prince Andrew's ties to Jeffrey Epstein have already cost him public trust, official titles, and patronages. Yet with the government's cloak of secrecy firmly in place, the ability to question how and why Epstein-linked business trips were arranged—or what exactly Andrew was doing on the public dime—vanishes into the archives. It's not just a blackout—it's institutional cover-up by omissionto contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Prince Andrew files locked away until 2065 as royal biographer slams 'culture of secrecy' | Royal | News | Express.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

According to reporting, government files detailing Prince Andrew's decade-long tenure as the UK's Special Representative for International Trade and Investment will stay locked away until 2065—some 105 years after his birth—under royal family exemptions to Freedom of Information laws. In practice, this means the public banished from scrutinizing any records tied to his taxpayer-funded diplomatic role, just when transparency should be their highest priority following the Epstein debacle. This isn't mere protocol; it's a stonewall, shielding a scandal-riddled prince from public accountability under the guise of "royal privilege."The timing couldn't be more suspect: Prince Andrew's ties to Jeffrey Epstein have already cost him public trust, official titles, and patronages. Yet with the government's cloak of secrecy firmly in place, the ability to question how and why Epstein-linked business trips were arranged—or what exactly Andrew was doing on the public dime—vanishes into the archives. It's not just a blackout—it's institutional cover-up by omissionto contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Prince Andrew files locked away until 2065 as royal biographer slams 'culture of secrecy' | Royal | News | Express.co.uk

How does a particle physicist end up shaping the UK Government's approach to artificial intelligence? In this thought‑provoking episode, Andrew Grill sits down with Dr Laura Gilbert CBE, former Director of Data Science at 10 Downing Street and now the Senior Director of AI at the Tony Blair Institute.Laura's unique career path, from academic research in physics to the heart of policymaking, gives her a rare perspective on how governments can use emerging technologies not just efficiently, but humanely. She shares candid insights into how policy teams think about digital transformation, why the public sector faces very different challenges to private industry, and how to avoid technology that dehumanises decision‑making.Drawing on examples from her work in Whitehall, Laura discusses the realities of forecasting in AI, the danger of “buzzword chasing”, and why the next breakthrough in Artificial General Intelligence might well come from an unexpected player, possibly from within government itself.This is a conversation for anyone curious about the intersection of science, policy, ethics, and technology, and how they can combine to make government more responsive, transparent, and human-centred.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Laura Gilbert moved from particle physics research into government AI leadershipThe strategic role of AI in shaping modern policy and public servicesWhy forecasting in AI is harder than it looks—and how this impacts decision‑makersThe balance between technical capability and human‑centred governanceWhy governments must look beyond the tech giants for innovative solutionsLessons from the Evidence House and AI for Public Good programmesResourcesTony Blair Global Institute WebsiteUK Government AI IncubatorLaura on LinkedInRaindrop.io bookmarking appThanks for listening to Digitally Curious. You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/orderYour Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew GrillFor more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social ChannelsAndrew on LinkedIn@AndrewGrill on Twitter @Andrew.Grill on InstagramKeynote speeches hereOrder Digitally Curious

The UK government has dropped a political bombshell - admitting that 150,000 foreign care workers brought into Britain legally have completely vanished without trace. In this urgent episode, we expose how systemic failures allowed this to happen: from fake documents and human trafficking to exploited loopholes and missing billions of taxpayer money. We'll break down the shocking Home Office report, analyze the related dinghy smuggling scandal, and examine the government's controversial new policy of deporting criminals instead of jailing them. With 61% of Brits now citing immigration as the country's most divisive issue, we ask the critical question: Is this sheer incompetence or something more sinister? Join us for a hard-hitting investigation into one of the UK's biggest border security failures in decades. Subscribe now to stay informed as this scandal develops.Support the showThanks for listening. For more commentary, join my newsletter! To Stay In Touch: Click Here To Subscribe To My NewsletterSee you next time!

In this episode we are exploring the relationship between financial institutions and the built environment in relation to sustainability, building performance and mitigating climate change with Ian Bhullar and Ronnell Reffell from UK Finance, the UK financial sector's membership organisation.The episode itself was prompted by a report that UK Finance published in relation to the incoming UK Government's own Warm Homes Plan: Greening Homes, Creating Growth: Unlocking demand for green home finance. Its recommendations will be familiar to anyone who has been working in the green building sector but it's notable because these arguments and demands are being presented by the banks and lenders.For us this presented an opportunity to find out what the finance sector is actually thinking about how to address the demands of the built environment in relation to climate change and the financial risk that comes with it. Most importantly, they're serious about the matter—this is not ESG-style fluff, they know they need to draw in expertise from built environment professional and they want to know what people like you think.Notes from the showIan Bhullar on LinkedinRonnell Reffell on Linkedin The UK Finance website The report itself—Greening Homes, Creating Growth: Unlocking demand for green home finance**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

It seems everyone from governments to giant companies to random grassroots groups are suddenly gunning for video game censorship. We discuss recent pushes made to quell what games people are able to buy along with Xbox and PlayStation shifting away from hardware, reviewers dinging great games for the sin of including attractive female characters, and Obsidian dropping the price of the upcoming Outer Worlds 2.

The UK Government has called the group Palestine Action ‘terrorists' after members associated with the group were found on an RAF base. Palestine Action have organised a large protest in central London this weekend, but the Metropolitan Police are warning that anyone showing support for the group will be arrested. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey says that the predicted number of attendees at this protest will stretch police resources to their limit. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On September 3rd 2025, diabetes and sport will go under the global spotlight that is a House of Commons debate. In today's episode the man who made it happen tells us why - and what this could mean for the millions of people living with diabetes in the UK.Chris Bright is one of the community's crusaders. As part of his role as Community Partnerships and Events Lead at Breakthrough T1D in the UK, he has put diabetes in sport on the agenda at the highest possible level. The goal? To improve the inclusivity of physical activity for people with diabetes. The need is clear - the Equality Act that safeguards around 3.5 million people with diabetes in work and education does not currently extend to sport. In fact, recent research found that of 180 existing governing bodies in sport, only four have policies in place for people with diabetes.Diagnosed at the age of 8, Chris overcame stigma and the challenges of a very inflexible insulin regime as a young athlete to represent Wales at futsal. He later used those negative experiences as momentum to build The Diabetes Football Community, bringing young footballers with diabetes together while rewriting attitudes to type 1 diabetes and football.In this episode we dig into different pockets of Chris's work, including some new recommendations for travel, airports and airport security. We touch on his personal journey, and he reveals his strategy for successfully creating change in the face of inequality - perfect for anyone who feels as galvanised as I was listening to Chris's phenomenal story. CONNECT WITH CHRISFollow Chris on Instagram.Find Chris on X.Follow Chris on TikTok.The Diabetes Football Community website.Breakthrough T1D Community Events Calendar.JOIN THE TYPE 1 ON 1 COMMUNITY Come and say hi @studiotype1on1 on Instagram.Visit the Type 1 on 1 website.Subscribe to the Type 1 on 1 newsletter.DISCLAIMER Nothing you hear on Type 1 on 1 should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes or health management.SPONSOR MESSAGE This episode of Type 1 on 1 is sponsored by Dexcom. Using Dexcom CGM has given me so much confidence to make informed diabetes treatment decisions in the moment.You can choose to wear it on your arm or your abdomen, and all Dexcom CGMs have the share and follow feature even when connected to an insulin pump, so family and friends can see your glucose levels and get alerts, giving that extra bit of support when needed.Head to Dexcom.com to request a free Dexcom ONE+ sample.Always read the user manual for important product aspects and limitations. Talk to your doctor for diabetes management terms and conditions and terms of use. 

Taxes must rise in the coming months in order to reach financial targets, according to one UK-based economic think tank. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research recommends 'a moderate but sustained increase in taxes' to cover a £41.2 billion gap. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thompson spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK's government looking to introduce harsher punishments for people smugglers, as well as moves to evacuate sick children from Gaza.

We all know that good boundaries are essential if we want happy relationships. There is a lot of confusion, though, about what exactly a boundary is and how to make it work. Can we have too many boundaries? Should we ever compromise on the boundaries we set? In this week's classic reissued episode, Andrew talks about boundaries with Graham Johnston and Matt Wotton from the London Centre of Applied Psychology. Matt and Graham share their own experiences of creating boundaries in both love and parenting, and what it means if we are struggling to get this right. Our ability to set boundaries is linked closely to our attachment style: those with an anxious attachment may allow their boundaries to crumble too easily; while those with an avoidant attachment can have so many rigid boundaries that they struggle to let anyone in. Andrew also shares a prayer for good boundaries, which he often uses with marital therapy clients: 'I am me and You are you. It's a miracle that we've found each other But I'm responsible for my stuff And you're responsible for yours' Graham Johnston is a psychotherapist and educator. He is Director of Policy at The Bowlby Centre, the UK's leading training institution in attachment-based psychotherapy, and has also worked for the UK Government, specialising in home affairs. He and Matt Wotton are the Co-Founders and Directors of LCAP.  Matt Wotton is a psychotherapist and executive coach, and also Chair of The Bowlby Centre and Director at LCAP. Matt has over two decades of experience in forensic mental health in the criminal justice system - in operations, coaching leaders, and advising ministers. He led the review of Race in the Criminal Justice System (The Lammy Review), commissioned by the Prime Minister, and has been a member of the Prison & Probation Board.  Follow Up Attend Andrew's new men's retreat, Reconnect With Yourself, this autumn in the Brandenberg countryside near Berlin  Get Andrew's free guide to difficult conversations with your partner: How to Tell Your Partner Difficult Things  Learn more about the London Centre for Applied Psychology (LCAP), where Graham Johnston and Matt Wotton work as Directors.  Learn more about The Bowlby Centre,  the UK's leading training institution in attachment-based psychotherapy.  Follow LCAP on Twitter and Facebook @LCAPsychology. Read The Mindful Athlete by George Munford.  Read the poem “On Marriage” by Kahlil Gibran.  Take a look at Andrew's new online relationship course: My Best Relationship Tools  Join our Supporters Club to access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50 https://www.patreon.com/andrewgmarshall  Andrew offers regular advice on love, marriage and finding meaning in your life via his social channels. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube @andrewgmarshall   

Accenture, American Express, ASOS, EY, Four Seasons Hotels, Google, NBC Universal  are his clientsFrm Royal Air Force Senior Officer, Frm. International Negotiator for the UK Government,  executive coach. Google, Accenture, American Express His first book, 'Find Your Why: A Practical Guide for Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team', co-authored with Simon Sinek and David Mead. Peter gets up every day inspired to enable people to be extraordinary so that they can do extraordinary things. Collaborating with Simon Sinek for over 7 years, he was a founding Igniter and Implementation Specialist on the Start With Why team, teaching leaders and companies how to use the concept of Why."The first step is to distinguish leadership from management. “Management is about handling complexity,” explains Docker, while “leadership is about creating simplicity. It's about cutting through the noise, identifying what's really important, making it personal for people, bringing them together and connecting them.”  ~  Peter Docker in Venteur Magazine January 2023One of Peter's latest books, 'Leading from The Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control'Peter's commercial and industry experience has been at the most senior levels in sectors including oil & gas, construction, mining, pharmaceuticals, banking, television, film, media, manufacturing and services - across more than 90 countries. His career has spanned professional pilot; leading an aviation training and standards organisation; teaching post-graduates at an international college; and running multi-billion dollar procurement projects. A former Royal Air Force senior officer, he has been a Force Commander during combat flying operations and has seen service across the world. He is a seasoned crisis manager, a former international negotiator for the UK Government and executive coach.© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!2025 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23bAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Half a million pounds is going from the UK Government to a project aiming to improve soils in Ukraine. The ongoing research, being run by the Royal Agricultural University, has identified significant damage to soils from the war there - things like heavy metal contamination from bombardments. The new money will help set up soil labs. We speak to the professor leading it and a farmer in Ukraine.Small changes in the way a river catchment is managed can have a big impact - reconnecting floodplains, re-wiggling rivers and slowing the flow upstream can reduce the flood and pollution risk and encourage more biodiversity. A ‘whole Cumbria strategy', which involves three River Trusts, the Environment Agency and Natural England – has just been named as one of only four finalists for a prestigious global award, the Thiess International River prize. It's up against river projects in the USA and Albania. We see the kind of work the Cumbrian River Restoration Partnership Programme is doing in the Lake District.The Environment Agency's urging farmers to think ahead and get ready for storage of slurry this winter.Presenter = Charlotte Smith Producer = Rebecca Rooney

Health over the last 150 years in the UK and internationally has been transformed and this rapid rate of change will continue. Improvements in public health and the shifting demographic structure are altering the trajectory and frequency of disease. Advances in science including new drug classes, diagnostics and AI are changing what is possible in diagnosis and treatment. This lecture will consider the possible, and likely, direction of health over the next decades.This Annual Sir Thomas Gresham Lecture was recorded by Sir Chris Whitty on 23rd June 2025  at Conway Hall, Holborn, LondonChris was Gresham Professor of Physic at Gresham College from 2018 to 2022, and Visiting Professor of Public Health 2015-2018 and again since 2022.He is the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for England and the UK Government's Chief Medical Adviser.The transcript of the lecture is available from the Gresham College website:https://www.gresham.ac.uk/watch-now/future-health-25Gresham College has offered free public lectures for over 400 years, thanks to the generosity of our supporters. There are currently over 2,500 lectures free to access. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn from some of the greatest minds. To support Gresham's mission, please consider making a donation: https://gresham.ac.uk/support/Website:  https://gresham.ac.ukTwitter:  https://twitter.com/greshamcollegeFacebook: https://facebook.com/greshamcollegeInstagram: https://instagram.com/greshamcollegeSupport the show

Nuclear energy lawyer Vince Zabielski, partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, has advised on numerous nuclear energy projects across the world, including the UAE nuclear new-build programme as well as those in Turkey, Bulgaria and the United Kingdom.A mechanical engineer before moving into law, he tells host Alex Hunt about the haircut that launched his career in nuclear, his switch to the law, and explains the important role played by nuclear energy lawyers which is, he says, essentially "problem solving", for example finding a path forward on risk allocation to allow what are giant projects to go ahead.Based in Pillsbury's London office, Zabielski talks about the recent announcements from the UK about Sizewell C funding and explains the benefits of the Regulated Asset Base financing system which is being used there, rather than the Contracts for Difference system used at the Hinkley Point C project and explains why he hopes the RAB system will be adopted elsewhere in Europe.He also talks about the challenge ahead to meet the ambitious goals for future nuclear energy capacity, including how regulators can help. And he explains why he'd encourage young people to consider a career in nuclear power.Also in this episode, in the news round-up, Claire Maden reports on the UK Government taking the Final Investment Decision on Sizewell C - which will feature two EDF EPRs with a capacity of 3.2GW - and the finalising of the project shareholdings. She also outlines the key findings of the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency's Small Modular Reactor Dashboard, which has identified 127 different SMR designs around the world.Key links to find out more:World Nuclear NewsSizewell C gets final go-ahead decisionThere are now 127 different SMR designs, finds NEA reportThe NEA SMR Digital DashboardPillsbury: Vince ZabielskiEmail newsletter:Sign up to the World Nuclear News daily or weekly news round-upsContact info:alex.hunt@world-nuclear.orgEpisode credit:  Presenter Alex Hunt. Co-produced and mixed by Pixelkisser Production

WarRoom Battleground Ep 818: Our New Overlords — UK Government Website Carries Job Advertisement For “Sharia Law Administrator”

UKPolitics #LanceForman #JonGaunt #KeirStarmer #Gaza #Hamas #Trump Jon Gaunt sits down with former Brexit Party MEP and leading businessman Lance Forman for a hard-hitting interview on UK politics, the Middle East, Donald Trump, and the future of Britain. Lance blasts Keir Starmer's “ceasefire ultimatum” as a dangerous gamble — accusing him of rewarding terrorism, ignoring Donald Trump's influence, and pandering to his backbenchers over fears of Jeremy Corbyn's political comeback. He argues that Israel has already offered a ceasefire, and that Hamas is holding things up.  He doesn't hold back on the BBC, accusing it of bias and a hidden anti-Semitic agenda in British politics and media. Lance warns that Starmer's first year in office has been a disaster, and predicts: “There's no way back for Starmer… and that's quite dangerous.”  From Trump's approach to business, immigration, and taxes to the lack of real-world experience in the UK's political elite, Lance delivers an unfiltered take on why Britain is “in such a mess.”  He also defends Nigel Farage from the Jimmy Savile smear, calling him the most charismatic leader in UK politics today.  In this explosive conversation, Lance also reveals: • Why Trump “gets” the Middle East and Starmer doesn't • The truth about Brexit and Theresa May • Why a new definition of Islamophobia is unnecessary •  How political inexperience is crippling Britain's leadership  If you care about UK politics, Brexit, free speech, or the Middle East, you won't want to miss this.  #Brexit #LanceForman #JonGaunt #KeirStarmer #Ceasefire #Israel #Hamas #Trump #BBCBias #UKPolitics #NigelFarage #Corbyn #MiddleEast #Islamophobia #TheresaMay #BrexitParty  Lance Forman, jon gaunt, keir starmer, gaza, ceasefire, israel, hamas, trump, bbc bias, uk politics, nigel farage, corbyn, middle east, islamophobia, theresa may, brexit party, starmer gaza gamble, starmer is finished, dangerous times ahead, uk government, labour party, political crisis, british politics, farage next pm

FOLLOW UP: ELECTRIC CAR GRANT FALLOUT CONTINUESAs more details are revealed and more people begin to understand all of the ramifications of the UK Government's Electric Car Grant. Firstly, the list of car eligible for the two tiers of payments will be confirmed on 11 August 2025. The scheme went live on 16 July 2025. Click here to read an Autocar article on this. Secondly, car companies can self-register cars for the scheme and as the rules include Fleet registrations, this opens up the ability for abuse. Whilst these cars contributed to the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, now tax payer's money will be used to support car companies to be compliant. Click this link here to read more on that from Autocar. There are some suggesting that the overall scheme will have little affect, as was discussed on the show last week. Indicata, a motoring related data firm, has calculated that the grant will affect only 5.8% or 14.4% of new car registrations, dependent on which tier is sought. They also have used information from Italy's attempt as a similar scheme that made a small impact. On top of all that they highlight the danger of dramatic depreciation for newly bought vehicles and those outside of the eligibility of the scheme. Click this link to read more from a Motor Trader article. Some manufacturers are forging ahead and offering discounts on their cars at the same rate as the lower tier of the grant. The likes of Alfa Romeo, GWM, Hyundai, Leapmotor, MG and Volvo have already made their move. Click this AutoTrader article for more.Another issued raised was that the scheme ignores the used market. The Independent Motor Dealers Association (IMDA) has called for a £1000 grant for used EVs. Click this Motor Trader article link here to read more. FOLLOW UP: EMPLOYEE CAR OWNERSHIP SCHEMES IN CROSSHAIRSThe UK Government first brought up, what it felt, was the unfair practice of Employee Car Ownership Schemes back in the autumn. This is where a member of staff gets a new car, for a short period of time and then moves onto a new car, whilst paying a much reduced contribution that anyone outside of the scheme would. Proposed legislation will mean anyone taking advantage of such a scheme will be taxed as though that was a company car. To read more, click this Motor Trader article link here. VW PROFIT DROPS 29% YEAR ON YEARVW financial results for the first half of 2025 show a drop of 29%, with a big hit in Q2 thanks to the US tariffs. Both the profit and revenue was down on market expectations. If you want to find out more,

President Trump announces a landmark trade deal with the European Union. A Former Marine helped put an end to a mass stabbing inside a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan. Zohran Mamdani attended a "lavish, three-day-party at his family's private estate" in Uganda for his wedding. H1D A woke leftist calls American Eagle “fascist propaganda” after they feature Sydney Sweeney in an ad campaign. Gavin Newsom claims Trump is trying to rig the Midterm elections over Texas' redistricting. Food airdrops in Gaza are reportedly injuring people. The UK Government posts a job opening for a "Sharia Law Administrator". A British reporter asks Trump why he's in a bad mood. Stephen Yates from Heritage joins us to discuss Gaza's humanitarian crisis, Chinese farms in America and Trump's EU deal.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://HumanN.comSupport your cholesterol health with SuperBerine—on sale at Sam's Club from 7/23 to 8/17. Boost your metabolic health and save!Keltechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestAngel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaGet free tickets to see Sketch in theaters on 8/6. Sign up for the Angel Studios Member's Guild and claim your perks today.Allio CapitalDownload Allio from the App Store or Google Play, or text “DANA” to 511511 to get started today.All Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Dana Medical freedom is American freedom. Use code DANA10 to get 10% off your order.Ruff GreensCall 214-RUFF-DOG Get a FREE Jumpstart Bag AND Ruff Chews—just pay shipping! A $30 value. Phone offer only!!!

The Hovercraft SR-N1, piloted by Captain Peter Lamb, sailed from Calais to Dover on 25th July 1959, fifty years to the day after Louis Blériot made the first crossing of the English Channel. It took 2 hours, 3 minutes.  The brainchild of British engineer and inventor Christopher Cockerell, Hovercraft was described as a cross between an aircraft, a boat and a land vehicle, hovering just above the water on a cushion of air. Ultimately over 80 million people and 12 million cars crossed the Channel using Hovercraft.  In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain how Cockerell eventually got the UK Government on-side; consider the role of Duty Free regulations in its popularity and demise; and attempt to settle for good whether this iconic craft is *really* a boat, or a plane…  Further Reading: • Cross-Channel Aviation Pioneers: Blanchard and Bleriot, Vikings and Viscounts - By Bruce Hales-Dutton' (Pen and Sword, 2021):  https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Cross_Channel_Aviation_Pioneers/S90SEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Captain+Peter+Lamb,+John+Chaplin+,+Christopher+Cockerell&pg=PA171&printsec=frontcover • ‘Back to the future — amphibious travel gets a fresh lease of life' (FT, 2016): https://www.ft.com/content/c986c712-3dd3-11e6-8716-a4a71e8140b0 • ‘What Happened To Giant Hovercraft?' (Mustard, 2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnJLT8wFyhY This episode first aired in 2023 Love the show? Support us!  Join 

FOLLOW UP: UK GOV ANNOUNCES ELECTRIC CAR GRANTFollowing months and months of calling on the UK Government to help private registrations with financial aid, the motor industry has got what it wants. Sort of. The Electric Car Grant has been announced that will be up to £3,750 off the price of a new car that is listed at under £37,000 plus other criteria, including how clean the grid is where the car was built. That last point effectively cuts out Chinese EVs due to their CO2 intensive energy supplies. The grant is active now, with OEMs and dealerships claiming the money back following registration. Added to which, it applies to all buyers and not just private, as was called for. Many within the industry have expressed their disappointment in the scheme, especially how it has ignored the second hand market plus the knock on effect this will have to depreciation. If you wish to learn more, click this Autocar article link here. To read about the expected impact on Asian built cars, click this EVfleetworld article link here. FOLLOW UP: RENAULT GROUP APPOINT INTERIM CEODuncan Minto has taken over the interim CEO position at Renault Group, following Luca de Meo's exit. Minto was appointed chief financial officer in March. The search for a new CEO continues. Click this Autocar article link here, to read more. CHINA THROTTLES BATTERY MATERIAL EXPORTSChina is once again reminding the world who controls almost all of the supply chain when it comes to electric cars. This time they have, due to being now classed as security relevant, implemented an immediate export restriction on battery material preparation technology, ie. stuff that goes into making battery cathodes used in electric cars and energy storage. No reason has been really given for the sudden move. You can find out more by clicking this electrive article link here. JLR CUTS JOBS AS SALES DROPJLR has announced it is seeking voluntary redundancies from management positions, following the last quarter's drop in sales. The company said it expects no more than 500 roles to go. The reason for reduced sales is being mainly put at the feet of the US tariff mess. Click this Autocar article link here to read more. GEELY BUYS ZEEKERGeely has acquired the final 37.2% of Zeeker shares, that were listed on the New York Stock Exchange only last year. This will cost the Chinese company around $2.4 billion. Suggestions are this has happened due to the geopolitical outlook and adding them to the group enables greater cost savings thanks to increasing the economy of scale benefits when purchasing parts. You can read more by clicking this electrive article link here. UK GOVERNMENT OPENS AV TAXI CONSULTATIONThe UK Government is asking for our feedback on rolling out autonomous taxi and bus services. They are going to do it, be under no illusion, but we might be able to influence just how that looks, in terms of the information these companies must supply. To read more,

Listen to this podcast episode for a handy recap of our most read catastrophe bond, insurance-linked securities and alternative reinsurance capital news, from the week-ending July 20th 2025. Listen to a recap of our most read catastrophe bond and insurance-linked securities (ILS) news of the last week. We hope this summary provides an easy way to listen to a recap of some of last week's top stories. This week we covered: an exclusive interview with Nephila Capital leaders discussing the business now six year's after the acquisition by Markel Group; the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association may buy less reinsurance and cat bonds next year; the cat bond market sees a $23bn 12-month run of issuance; Arch Capital Group Ltd.'s Claveau Re cat bond faces total loss; the UK Government launches new ILS consultation; Aon estimates H1 2025 global insured catastrophe losses at over $100bn; Augment Risk's Jag Jass discusses the need for casualty ILS to consider built-in legacy exit strategies; who can you meet at our upcoming Artemis London conference; MLC Asset Management's Gareth Abley and Jehan Sukhla on ILS as essential social infrastructure; and HSBC Bank USA hires Michael Commisso to enhance cat bond and ILS trust capabilities.

In the first episode of Legislation Matters, hosts Nicolette Sanders and Farhanah Mogra explain how UK legislation is made and why it matters to your business. From the role of civil servants and Ministers to the importance of consultations and policy engagement, this episode provides a practical guide for organisations looking to shape policy and navigate government effectively.

The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com

The White House has played down reports that Donald Trump privately encouraged Volodymyr Zelensky to strike targets deep inside Russia, including Moscow and St Petersburg. That's despite the US president's promise to deliver more weapons to Ukraine via NATO allies, and a new threat of secondary tariffs on countries buying Russian oil and gas. So is his administration's approach to Russia changing?Also, we hear about the more than 250,000 Ukrainians who came to the UK under schemes granting them special protections in the first three years of war. With their initial permission to stay running out, many must now make difficult choices about whether to try and claim asylum or renew their existing status on a shorter-term basis. We speak to Oleksandra, who has seen her asylum application refused, and her lawyer Halyna Semchak, who is challenging government policy on the issue.Today's episode is presented by Jamie Coomarasamy and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Laurie Kalus, Polly Hope and Nick Sturdee. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The assistant editor is Bridget Harney. Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 123 9480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast's Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscordThe UK Home Office Statement in Full: “We are fully committed to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Putin's illegal war, while also providing a safe and secure haven for those fleeing the conflict. We have offered our extended sanctuary to over 300,000 Ukrainians and their families."The Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme enables those with permission to remain in the United Kingdom under one of the existing Ukraine schemes to apply for a further 18 months. This allows a continuation of rights to work, live and study as well as access to healthcare and welfare support in the UK.”Background:- Our offer of temporary sanctuary is in line with the Ukrainian government's strong desire for the future return of its citizens, and does not lead to settlement. Other routes are available for those wishing to settle permanently in the UK. - All asylum claims are considered on their individual facts and merits. - The Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme provides a further 18 months permission to remain in the UK and a continuation of rights to work, live and study as well as access to healthcare and welfare support in the UK. - The 28-day window for applications to be submitted allows sufficient time for operational planning, to provide biometric enrolment capacity, and deliver the most efficient service for customers. Those who apply before their current permission expires will retain the conditions of their current visa while their application is under consideration, enabling them to continue to exercise their rights to work, study, and live in the UK. - Ukrainians who wish to seek specific advice regarding their individual circumstances may also wish to consider contacting a solicitor at: Find legal advice and information - Gov.uk (www.gov.uk/find-legal-advice) or an immigration adviser at Find an immigration advisor – Gov.uk (www.gov.uk/find-an-immigration-adviser). Immigration support is also available from Citizens Advice which provides independent advice in person, online or on the phone - ([http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk)/]www.citizensadvice.org.uk)/ - The UK Government continues to keep the Ukraine Schemes and the evolving situation in Ukraine under active review

Did you know that what's on your plate can help you while you're at the gym? Join hosts Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher as they dive into the vital role of protein in muscle health and strength training. What's the ideal protein intake you should aim for every day? And where can you get proteins from, in the first place? Whether you're just starting out or enhancing your regimen, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to optimize your protein intake for maximum personal training and health gains. Hosts Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher begin the conversation by discussing why dietary protein consumption is so important for muscle health. Dr. Fisher explains how dietary habits are more important than your engagement in muscle-building exercise for the fact that, while you may engage in strength training a couple of times a week, you eat every single day. Muscle protein synthesis is the process of muscle regeneration, while muscle protein breakdown is the destruction of muscle protein cells. As we age, we have an elevated muscle protein breakdown compared to our anabolic youth.  To combat the natural breakdown, it's important to ensure we engage in things that will elevate our muscle protein synthesis.  Dr. Fisher unpacks the concept of amino acids and touches upon essential and non-essential amino acids. When it comes to diets, Dr. Fisher typically advocates for a whole food, less processed, relatively varied diet. Dr. Fisher brings the topic of animal-based and plant-based proteins into the conversation. Remember: the engagement of strength training is the boost to muscle protein synthesis to try and hang on to every ounce of muscle we've got – and proteins are going to help to do that. Dr. Fisher goes into the differences between plant-based sources of proteins, animal-based proteins, and supplemental proteins. When it comes to animal-based proteins, grass-fed or free-range poultry or beef are at the top of the list.  For Dr. Fisher, the UK Government's recommendation of 0.75 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight is way too low. Evidence-based studies by Dr. Stuart Phillips, Brad Schoenfeld, and colleagues show that the amount of protein for muscle protein synthesis is between 1.6 and 2.2 grams per kilogram of body weight per day. As far as meal planning and protein intake are concerned, Dr. Fisher suggests being in the region of 32 to 44 grams of protein per meal. Constantly feeling hungry? It may be that you aren't consuming enough dietary protein to keep you full for long enough between your meals, says Amy. Amy goes into the “blood sugar rollercoaster”. As we age, our muscle protein breakdown increases – meaning that we have a higher need for protein to combat that with more muscle protein synthesis. Dr. Fisher and Amy share some final considerations about the role of protein, especially for those who haven't paid much attention to their dietary habits or who have just started engaging in strength training.     Mentioned in This Episode: The Exercise Coach - Get 2 Free Sessions! Submit your questions at StrengthChangesEverything.com Dr. Stuart Phillips Brad Schoenfeld Previous episode - How to Lose Fat Without Muscle Loss: Science-Backed Solutions with Dr. Wayne Westcott     This podcast and blog are provided to you for entertainment and informational purposes only. By accessing either, you agree that neither constitute medical advice nor should they be substituted for professional medical advice or care. Use of this podcast or blog to treat any medical condition is strictly prohibited. Consult your physician for any medical condition you may be having. In no event will any podcast or blog hosts, guests, or contributors, Exercise Coach USA, LLC, Gymbot LLC, any subsidiaries or affiliates of same, or any of their respective directors, officers, employees, or agents, be responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to you or others due to any podcast or blog content.

389 Identifying and Acting On Problems You Can Solve   We are surrounded by problems everyday of our lives, some manageable and others seeming too monumental to handle alone. Which is why it is so important to build a community of like minded individuals with the same goal of making a true difference.  In today's episode Sarah Elkins and Tessa Clarke discuss the relationship people have with stuff, food waste, and how Tessa's company Olio have been making a real difference in the face of the climate crisis.     Highlights Our relationship with objects, like clothing, that shape our identity.  What do you waste without realizing? How much do you think you throw away in a week? A month? And a year? We all need someone in our corner to help build us up and to help chart a path forward. Building community while also solving problems. Quit wishing things would be better and start making the change yourself.   Quotes “We always think the grass is greener on the other side but it never is.” “What's good for the planet is good for people and vice versa.” “It is honestly exhausting being a founder, trying to drive the change in a world that's set up not to change. So you've got to find ways to reenergize yourself and to keep going, to keep fighting every single day.” Dear Listeners it is now your turn, When you think about those 4 to 5 years that Tessa talked about and that journey of wanting to be entrepreneurial and thinking about it in terms of “what is the problem I can solve?” What is something you could start today, maybe it eventually becomes a side hustle, maybe the side hustle stays a side hustle, or maybe it turns into something more. What is a problem that you've experienced, that maybe you're the person to solve?    And, as always, thank you for listening.    About Tessa Tessa Clarke is the co-founder and CEO of Olio, the world's only neighbour-to-neighbour food-sharing app, and a trailblazing force in the fight against waste. Since launching in 2015 - and as a remote first business - Olio has grown into a global movement with 8 million users, redistributing over 100 million meals and 14 million household items, proving that small actions can drive massive change. Recognised as Veuve Clicquot's Bold Woman of the Year in 2023, Tessa is also a Sifted columnist, an Ambassador for the Better Business Act, and a member of the Small Business Growth Forum, advising the UK Government on SME concerns. With a track record of disrupting industry and mobilising communities, Tessa is a passionate speaker who inspires audiences to rethink business, sustainability, and the power of grassroots innovation. Check out Tessa's LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! As well as her website Olio, and her TED Talk!   About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!

How do you plan for the scientific discoveries of the future? That's the question Chancellor Rachel Reeves had to try to answer with this week's Spending Review. She allocated more than 22 billion pounds a year by 2029/30 for research and development which was described as a boost for science. Robin Bisson, UK News Editor for news website Research Professional News, and Dr Alicia Greated, Executive Director at the charity Campaign for Science and Engineering in the UK, explain where the money will go.As the UN's Ocean Conference continues in Nice, France, we get the latest developments from Science and Climate Correspondent Esme Stallard, before diving into a kelp forest in our own UK waters with reporter Graihagh Jackson. It's hoped that encouraging the seaweed could help sequester carbon dioxide. We hear about the dinosaur discovery that's rewriting the evolutionary story of the Tyrannosaurus Rex with University of Calgary palaeontologists Professor Darla Zelenitsky and Jared Voris.And journalist Caroline Steel is in the studio with her round up of science stories straight from the researcher's labs.