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It's the final episode of the series - Gregory George (host of Stage or Screen) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Gregory joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Midnight at the Never Get starring Ben Platt (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about Burlesque, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Summer Strallen, the Wicked movies and more.Gregory toured the UK as Bob Gaudio in The Jerseys and appeared in Jerry Springer The Opera at the Hope Mill Theatre. Alongside pantos, concerts and workshops, Gregory has also performed at sea, and recently returned from a contract with Viking Cruises.Gregory is also a presenter and host of the podcast Stage Or Screen where in each episode he's joined by a guest to take a deep dive into a different movie musical.Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorygeorgeuk and check out Stage Or Screen www.linktr.ee/stageorscreenThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We're off for our summer break, and will be back in the Autumn with a new series. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rewards are a staple of many primary classrooms, but how much difference do they really make? In this episode, Emma and Chris take a closer look at everything from stickers and house points to certificates and whole-class reward systems, exploring when rewards can be a powerful tool and when they might do more harm than good. They delve into the research behind rewards, including the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and discuss how reward systems can influence children's behaviour, confidence and long-term attitudes to learning. Along the way, they share honest reflections on the approaches they've embraced, the ones they've questioned and the practical tweaks that have made the biggest difference in their own classrooms. Rather than asking whether rewards are simply 'good' or'bad', Emma and Chris consider how teachers can use them thoughtfully to encourage effort, build positive classroom cultures and help children develop motivation that lasts beyond the promise of a sticker. This week's teacher tip is a simple way to get your class’s attention instantly while not shredding your vocal cords! Research Hub article: https://my.chartered.college/research-hub/the-dark-side-of-rewards-and-punishments-in-the-classroom-part-i/ Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Fun Home (Royal Exchange Manchester), Something Rotten (Manchester Opera House), Heathers (Marble Arch Theatre) and Jesus Christ Superstar (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about Six on Broadway, Sylvia, Jackie Burns, Matilda and more. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In our second transition episode, Emma and Chris turn their attention to transition from one year group to another beyond Reception into Year 1! From changing classrooms and teachers to stepping into a new Key Stage, they discuss why transition matters and the impact it can have on children's confidence, wellbeing and learning. Drawing on their own experiences, they share examples of transition done brilliantly, a few that didn't quite go to plan and the lessons they've learned along the way. Expect plenty of practical ideas, from end-of-year activities and teacher handovers to simple things that can make a big difference over the summer break. Emma and Chris also reflect on the role transition plays in children's wellbeing, relationships and learning, and share their top tips for making sure September starts on the right foot. This week's teacher tip is all about pupil trays and is GUARANTEED to reduce time looking for a specific pupil’s tray! Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
n the first of our two episodes all about transition, we're tackling one of the biggest milestones in primary education: the move from Reception to Year 1. Emma and Chris explore the shift from the play-based exploratory world of EYFS to the more structured demands of Year 1 and the National Curriculum. They discuss the opportunities and challenges this transition brings for children, teachers and families, and share practical ideas for making the move as smooth and successful as possible. Along the way, they consider what good transition practice looks like and how many of these principles can be applied across other year groups too. This week’s teacher tip is about the ‘secret pupil’ and the power of a handful of lollipop sticks! Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charlotte Anne Steen (Wicked / Bat Out Of Hell) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Charlotte joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss A Midsummer Night's Dream (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Raising Gays (Garrick Theatre) and Redcliffe (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Sierra Boggess returning to The Phantom of the Opera, Leslie Odom Jr making his West End debut in Hamilton, The Duke of York's Theatre's new name, and lots more. Most recently, Charlotte was a swing in the West End production of Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre). She also understudied Elphaba and played the role many times. Charlotte's theatre credits include Greatest Days (UK Tour), The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical (Edinburgh Festival Fringe & Digital Production), Bat Out of Hell (Dominion Theatre), 42nd Street (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Kiss Me, Kate (Théâtre du Châtelet), Rock of Ages (UK Tour), We Will Rock You (10th Anniversary World Arena Tour) and Legally Blonde (Kilworth House Theatre).Follow Charlotte on Instagram and TikTok: @charlotte.anne.steenThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Recorded live at Southwark Playhouse Borough, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins sits down with Jordan Luke Gage and director Paul Foster to discuss Redcliffe.The conversation was recorded as part of a series of post-show Q&As held throughout the musical's sold-out run. Jordan, who wrote the show as well as starring in it, and Paul reflect on the journey of bringing Redcliffe to the stage, how the production has evolved, the response to this run and the process of creating its characters. They also answer audience questions, including whether a cast album could be on the horizon..!Redcliffe runs at Southwark Playhouse Borough until Saturday 4th July.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo Show Talk episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Sinatra The Musical (Aldwych Theatre) and Pride The Musical (Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre). This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Grab your first aid kit, sick bucket and risk assessment; we're heading out on a school trip! In this episode, Chris and Emma explore one of the most memorable parts of school life, sharing their own experiences as both pupils and teachers along the way. They discuss the many benefits of learning beyond the classroom, the types of trips that suit different age groups and the practical challenges schools face when organising them. They also consider some of the barriers to taking children on trips and explore potential solutions. Whether you're a seasoned trip leader or planning your first outing, join the conversation as they unpack the opportunities, logistics and lasting impact of school trips. This week's teacher tip may help combat the issue of missing PE kits! Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bree Smith (Tina / Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Bree joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Hot Mess (The Other Palace) as well as the latest news about Warriors, Billy Elliot, Burlesque, The Sound of Music, The Black British Theatre Awards and more. Most recently, Bree was in the UK and Ireland tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical as the alternate Tina Turner.Bree's early theatre credits include Wonderland, The Book of Mormon, West Side Story and Evita. She went on to play Aunt Em and Glinda in The Wiz (Hope Mill Theatre), Marmie in Coming to England (Birmingham Rep), Shug Avery in The Color Purple (UK Tour), Alice in Titanic The Musical (UK Tour) and Hannah & others in Come From Away (UK Tour). Follow Bree on Instagram: @gabbybreesmithThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s time to get stuck into the pros and cons of homework! After discussing the research in the last episode, Chris and Emma talk about the benefits of homework as well as the drawbacks of setting it. From building independent learning habits and reinforcing classroom content to concerns around workload, equity and engagement, they explore both sides of the debate. Is homework still an essential part of education, or is it time to rethink its role? Join the conversation as they unpack one of teaching’s most enduring topics.This week’s teacher tip is a way to help fight the battle of pupils losing items ofstationery!Schools in England blog discussed during this episode:https://schoolsinengland.co.uk/blog/homework-expectations-primaryGet in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jade Johnson (Redcliffe) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Jade joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Kinky Boots starring Tosh Wanogho-Maud as Lola (London Coliseum), The Harder They Come (Stratford East) and The Dark of the Moon (Charing Cross Theatre) as well as the latest news about Heathers casting, The Traitors stage show, Shanay Holmes' album, One Day The Musical and lots more.Jade Johnson is currently playing the Landlady in Redcliffe. Written by Jordan Luke Gage, the show is premiering at the Southwark Playhouse Borough. Jade recently played Brog and others in Babyface: The Fierce Wrestling Musical. Her theatre credits include Rosa in Cable Street (Southwark Playhouse), Jass in Help! We Are Still Alive (Seven Dials Playhouse), ensemble in The Book of Mormon (UK & International Tour), featured ensemble in The Pirate Queen (London Coliseum), Mel in Club Mex: Immersive Club Musical (Hope Mill Theatre), Charlotte in The Attic, Summer in The Midnight Beast: All Killer (Pleasance Edinburgh) and Tina in Mad On Her: 80's Musical (The Arts Theatre). She's also appeared in many pantomimes, including a run as Fairy Godmother in Cinderella at the Hackney Empire.Redcliffe runs at Southwark Playhouse Borough until 4th July. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jacob McIntosh (Kinky Boots / Beautiful) and Jemal Felix (Phantom / Frozen) co-host The West End Frame Show!They join Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Joy Woods' London concert (Cadogan Hall), Hamilton (Victoria Palace) and Redcliffe (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Lucie Jones returning to Waitress, The Lost Boys transferring to the UK, the Jane Eyre musical and lots more. They also chat about P!ink's opening monologue at the Tony Awards.Jacob's theatre credits include: swing and understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), Seaweed in Hairspray (Crewe Lyceum), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK Tour), Barry Belson in Jersey Boys (Trafalgar Theatre) and The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre). Jemal's theatre credits include: understudy Kristoff in Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), understudy Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (His Majesty's Theatre), understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), Whistle Down The Wind (Aldwych Theatre) and The Book of Mormon (UK Tour & Prince of Wales Theatre). Jacob and Jemal have come together to launch Diversity in Casting Consultants. They are supporting productions in building thoughtful, inclusive and artistically strong casting processes, working with producers, casting directors and creative teams to support inclusive practice through the audition and creative process.For more info about Diversity in Casting Consultants, visit https://wearedcc.com/ and follow @wearedcc_This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emma and Chris tackle how to arrange tables in your classroom! Theydiscuss the pros and cons of the three most common ways of organising tables,such as impact on pupil focus, how social interaction can be affected and hownavigating around the classroom is a key consideration. With anecdotes, personalrecollections and experiences along the way, this will give you food for thought forhow your seating is set out in your classroom!This week’s teacher tip will help shave time off each book that you mark, helpingyour work-life balance!Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Toby Shellard (Tina / Pretty Woman) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Toby joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) for a debrief of the Tony Awards. They also discuss Beetlejuice (Prince Edward Theatre) and High Society (Barbican Centre) as well as the latest news about Kimberley Akimbo casting, the Hadestown tour, Kevin Clifton's new role and more. Toby went to Arts Ed and made his professional debut as Brad in Hairspray at Kilworth House. His theatre credits also include Jacob in Babies (workshop), Pretty Woman (UK & Ireland Tour) and Jack Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk (Buxton Opera House). Toby recently finished his run as a swing in the UK & Ireland tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, and also performed the show in Zürich. Follow Toby on Instagram: @tobyshellardThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Odelia Dizel-Cubuca (Six / The Lion King) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Odelia joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Redcliffe by Jordan Luke Gage (Southwark Playhouse Borough) as well as the latest news about Chess, Oh Mary, Sting's The Last Ship, My Fair Lady and more. Most recently, Odelia was the alternate for Anne Boleyn and Catherine Parr in the West End production of Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre). As a child, Odelia made her West End debut as Young Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre). Odelia's other theatre credits include: Andrea in Once On This Island (Southwark Playhouse, BTA), featured soloist in Magic at the Musicals (Royal Albert Hall), Sebastian in The Little Mermaid (Mountview), Sister Chantelle in Bare (Mountview) and swing in Cursed Child (Palace Theatre). Follow Odelia on Instagram/TikTok: @odelia.dcThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the second part of our three-episode deep dive into orthography, morphology and etymology as part of the writing framework, Chris and Emma talk all about the marvellous world of morphology! Full of information about how to teach morphology both explicitly and implicitly, strategies for embedding it within your classroom and the linguistic theory behind it, this episode is sure to help you tackle morphemes to bolster your teaching of spelling. With a teacher tip linked to your personal wellbeing, there is lots to discover in this episode so get downloading!Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.ukVisit our sponsors:Tandem Teach: tandemteach.aiClassroom Secrets: classroomsecrets.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show.In this special Show Talk episode, Andrew discusses Sherlock Holmes (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (@SohoPlace), 1536 (Ambassadors Theatre), End of the Rainbow starring Jinkx Monsoon (Soho Theatre Walthamstow) and Megan Hilty's London concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane).This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're back with another Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is back from New York City, and reunited with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review).In this episode, they discuss Chess (Imperial Theatre), Cats: The Jellicle Ball (Broadhurst Theatre), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee(New World Stages), Wicked (Gershwin Theatre) and Death Becomes Her (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre).Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.That's a wrap on our three Broadway episodes for this season! This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time for another Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is live in New York City, with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) zooming in from the UK.In this episode, they discuss Ragtime (Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center) and Just In Time starring Jeremy Jordan (Circle in the Square). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Stay tuned for more Broadway episodes coming soon!This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're crossing the pond for a special Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is live in New York City, with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) zooming in from the UK.In this episode, they discuss The Lost Boys (Palace Theatre), Schmigadoon! (Nederlander Theatre) and Beaches (Majestic Theatre).Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Stay tuned for more Broadway episodes coming soon!This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Casting director Ben Armstrong co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Ben joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Billy Nevers' album The First 25: Live At Konk Studios and Hercules starring Felipe Bejarano as well as the latest news about Evita's Broadway transfer, High School Musical's London transfer, Rent's West End revival, new Hamilton casting, and lots more.Ben is an Anglo-Sri Lankan Casting Director, specialising in stage and musical theatre. He has solo and assistant casting credits for acclaimed productions in the West End, regional theatres, UK tours and international projects. Most recently, Ben cast the West End concert production of Once On This Island featuring Tony Award winner Alex Newell and is currently casting Rumi: The Musical, written by Nadim Naaman and Dana Al Fardan for the Dubai Opera Festival 2026. One of his highlights as Casting Director includes Happy & Glorious, a short film starring Jane Asher and Nancy Carroll. Alongside his independent projects, Ben works for Ginny Schiller CDG. Recent productions include Sir Trevor Nunn's Easy Virtue for Cambridge Arts Theatre starring Greta Scacchi and Alice Orr-Ewing, Ralph Fiennes' As You Like It for Theatre Royal Bath starring Dame Harriet Walter, and John Doyle's Alfred Hitchcock Presents for Theatre Royal Bath starring Scarlett Strallen, Sally Ann Triplett and Alistair Brammer, as well as The Secret Garden for York Theatre Royal.He is the founder of RepresentAsian, an initiative dedicated to championing Asian performers within the industry and advancing meaningful representation both on and off stage. Through this platform, he also provides scholarships to support young Asian individuals pursuing careers in the arts.The next RepresentAsian concert takes place at the Lyric Theatre on Monday 9th November 2026. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets. Follow Ben on Instagram: @ben_armstrong_4 This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Adam Hoskins (musical director for Rachel Zegler & Joy Woods) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Adam joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Please Please Me (Kiln Theatre) and Paddington (Savoy Theatre) as well as the latest news about Anything Goes, John Proctor is the Villain, I'm Every Woman, RepresentAsian and lots more.Adam Hoskins is a conductor and orchestrator, extensively working in theatre and commercial concerts. His recent UK concert credits include Rachel Zegler: Live at The London Palladium (Whatsonstage Award for Best Concert Event), Il Volo (World Tour) (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), West End Women, Nothin' Like a Dame, Playing Our Part, Main Men of Musicals, and Love at the Musicals at Cadogan Hall, London.As a Music Director and Conductor in London's West End, his work includes concert presentations for Lambert Jackson of Diana the Musical at Eventim Apollo, London, and Carousel at Royal Festival Hall, London. He has also conducted productions of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Camelot, The Secret Garden, Once, Annie Get Your Gun, Doctor Zhivago, Side Show, Bare, and Songs for a New World, all staged at The London Palladium.Beyond conducting, Hoskins is a orchestrator and arranger, providing orchestrations for Ben Forster at Theatre Royal Haymarket, Lucie Jones at His Majesty's Theatre, Collabro at Adelphi Theatre and on their UK Tour, Layton & Nikita Live! at Theatre Royal Drury Lane and on tour, Samantha Barks One Night Only at The London Palladium, Oti Mabuse – Viva Carnival on its UK Tour, and Joe McElderry's Freedom UK Tour. In June 2025 he conducted two sold-out performances of his own symphonic adaptation of Undertale: The Determination Symphony at Eventim Apollo, London, which embarks on a global tour at the end of 2026.His additional UK concert work includes Musicals From The Heart in association with Heartbeat, The Mayflower, and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. He has also held orchestral management roles for world-renowned artists such as Lea Salonga, Jason Robert Brown, Bernadette Peters, and Cynthia Erivo. As an orchestrator and arranger, his work has been featured in performances by The Three Phantoms and The Hallé Orchestra at Bridgewater Hall.International credits include Once in Concert in Japan and China, as well as Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. He has worked with Park Lane Live across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and currently serves as Music Supervisor for Ramin Karimloo's The Reunion, an international tour that has appeared in Japan (Suntory Hall, Tokyo & Yokohama), China (Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen), Italy (Milan & Trieste), in association with the FVG Orchestra, and most recently in Taipei. In late 2025, he made his conducting debut with the Taipei Philharmonic, and performed sold-out engagements in Tokyo with Ramin Karimloo and Samantha Barks in Home, Love, Family.His work also extends to digital and streaming productions, having served as Music Supervisor for First Date on BroadwayHD and Songs for a New World in association with The Other Palace, both produced by Lambert Jackson Productions.Follow Adam on Instagram: @adam_hoskins_musicThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses the London revival of Avenue Q (Shaftesbury Theatre) and One Day (Edinburgh Lyceum) as well as the latest news about Thelma and Louise, Kimberly Akimbo, Christine Baranski, Samantha Barks and more. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew debriefs this year's Olivier Awards (Royal Albert Hall) and Lesley Manville's interview about filming during curtain calls. He also discusses the London transfer of I Was A Teenage She Devil (The Other Pale Studio) as well as the latest theatre news about Paddington's extension, Into The Woods' West End transfer, new Cabaret casting and Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical... plus lots more. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Ouch (Standby in Titanique) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! David joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Waitress starring Carrie Hope Fletcher (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Choir Boy (Stratford East) and Here And Now: The Steps Musical (Milton Keynes Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about the new West End reality show West End Girls, Wicked's 20th anniversary, Hercules casting and lots more. David's Australian theatre credits include: Miss Saigon, Elf, Moulin Rouge, Muriel's Wedding, The Secret Garden, Anything Goes and Showboat.Last year he was in the Paris production of Titanique before joining the West End company at the Criterion Theatre as a Standby. Follow David on Instagram: @david.ouch This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew and Lisa are back for a special show talk episode!In this episode they discuss Kinky Boots (London Coliseum) starring Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle and Courtney Bowman as well as the world premiere of The Greatest Showman (Bristol Hippodrome). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lisa Martland (Founding Editor of Musical Theatre Review) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Lisa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss The Last 5 Years starring Rachel Zegler & Ben Platt and Ryan & Kayla's concert (Piano Smithfield) as well as the latest theatre news about Cats, Into The Woods, Beetlejuice, Billy Nevers, Jesus Christ Superstar and lots more. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom Major (Rodney in Only Fools & Horses) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Tom joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Jamie Muscato's concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Love Never Dies, Lea Michele, Ride the Cyclone and more. Tom made his professional debut as Rodney in Only Fools and Horses on tour and at the Eventim Apollo. Over Christmas he played Prince Charming in Cinderella at the Richmond Theatre directed by Gary WilmotTom trained at ArtsEd where he played Rodger in Rent and also sang in the choir for Pippin at Drury Lane and for the Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall.Follow Tom on Instagram: @tommajorr This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ebony Clarke (I'm Every Woman / Everybody's Talking About Jamie) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Ebony joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Legally Blonde (UK & Ireland Tour, Milton Keynes Theatre) and Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre's new report, changes to West End Live, The Devil Wears Prada, Dylan Wood starring in Once and lots more. Ebony is a performer, choreographer and associate director. As an associate/resident choreographer and director she has worked on shows including Why Am I So Single? and Everybody's Talking About Jamie.As a performer she has been in shows like Bacchae and Hex (National Theatre), Why Am I So Single? (Garrick Theatre), And Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre), Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre and Tour), Some Like It Hip Hop (Peacock Theatre) and Thriller Live (Lyric Theatre). As a choreographer, she won the UK Pantomime Award for Best Choreography for Cinderella (Royal and Derngate). Ebony is the choreographer for the brand new musical I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical which is about to premiere with runs in London, Coventry and Eastbourne. Visit www.imeverywomanthemusical.com for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With Iain somewhere en route to the Players Championship, it's up to Andrew and Eddie to hold the fort this week, which they don't technically manage to do as Andy Murray scales the walls to join in and look ahead to the Sunningdale Foursomes. There is also conversation about Eddie's performance in Johannesburg and how he can carry the solid form of his South African trip forward when he has little competitive golf coming up, except to partner with a former tennis player against the man who was once the best youth golfer in Europe. The wins for Dan Bradbury, Akshay Bhatia and Jon Rahm are also discussed, while they wonder if there should be concern about the form of Scottie Scheffler or the injury to Rory McIlroy. The answer is probably no, but serious worries remain about the number of dogs heading for Sunningdale.Brought to you by: www.petermillar.co.ukVisit: www.ping.comInstagram: @chippingforecastEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Laura Dawn Pyatt (Six / Starter For Ten) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Laura joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Marie and Rosetta (@SohoPlace) and The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (Theatre Royal Haymarket) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards, Leslie Odom Jr, Joy Woods, Redcliffe, High School Musical and more. Last year Laura was in Starter for Ten (Bristol Old Vic / Birmingham Rep). Her theatre credits also include: 42 Balloons (Lowry Salford & Vaudeville) and Anne Boleyn in Six (UK & International tour). She has also performed in pantomimes, choreographed shows, done workshops, appeared in commercials and lots more.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
HAIL THE CONQUERING HERO... except for the four players ahead of him whom he didn't quite conquer. It was a great weekend for Eddie though as he finished 5th in the South African Open and is still in Stellenbosch to give us all of the details, including a hot putter, an unplanned equipment change and a caddie who simply enjoys it all too much. There is also discussion of Shane Lowry's meltdown at the end of Cognizant Classic in Florida and his admirable post-round chat with the media. The three then talk about the layers which are now clearly forming in the professional game and find time to praise the talent in British Women's golf as well as Chris Wood on the MENA Tour. They then wonder if Andy Murray will lay on a private jet to get Eddie back in time for a practice round ahead of the Sunningdale Foursomes. If he doesn't, he's just not taking it seriously.Brought to you by: www.petermillar.co.ukVisit: www.ping.comEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Melissa Nettleford (Rocky Horror / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Melissa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Dear England (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) as well as the latest news about Catherine Tate being cast in Oh, Mary!, Megan Thee Stallion being cast in Moulin Rouge, Jonathon Groff making his RSC debut and lots more.Melissa recently starred as Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour). She was in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge, originally in the ensemble before becoming a Walking Cover for Latina and the Lady Ms. Her theatre credits also include: Cora Macrae in South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre), Ali in Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre), Dynamite in Hairspray (UK Tour), ensemble in On The Town (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), ensemble and cover Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre & Germany), dance captain and cover Columbia & Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), ensemble in We Will Rock You (Zurich/Vienna), ensemble and cover Narrator in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour).Follow Melissa on Instagram: @melissanettleford This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aoife Haakenson (Six / I Was A Teenage She-Devil) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Aoife joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Titaníque (Criterion Theatre), Woman in Mind starring Sheridan Smith (Duke of York's Theatre), Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula The Sea Witch (The Other Palace) and Oh, Mary! (Trafalgar Theatre).They also delve into the latest theatre news about Jesus Christ Superstar, Operation Mincemeat, Billy Elliot, Choir Boy, Paranormal Activity and more.Aoife made her theatrical debut as Pepper in the 2010 Asia Tour of Annie. She moved to the UK in 2019 to train at Mountview and went on to play Mary Sheldon in The Crucible (National Theatre) before starring as Catherine Parr in the UK and International Tour of Six.Last year Aoife played Mother in Pop Off, Michelangelo! (Underbelly Boulevard, London & Edinburgh Fringe Festival). Over Christmas she played Tink in The All New Adventures of Peter Pan (The Grove Theatre, Dunstable) and, next up, Aoife is leading the cast of I Was A Teenage She-Devil as Nancy at The Other Palace Studio this April. Follow Aoife on Instagram: @aoife_haakensonI Was a Teenage She-Devil runs at The Other Palace Studio 2nd – 26th April. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Jacob Fowler (Into The Woods / Heathers) and Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) for a special Q&A episode of The West End Frame Show!Jacob and Andrew answer your questions, with topics ranging from theatrical idols, the unsung heroes of theatre, favourite regional venues, how you can earn money between jobs, movie to stage adaptations, the logistics of recording West End Frame podcasts... and lots more. A big thank you to everyone who sent in questions! Jacob is the winner of BBC1's Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His other theatre credits include: Lucas in The Addams Family (UK Tour), Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Ben in Before After (Southwark Playhouse), Hunter in Title Of Show (Southwark Playhouse), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). He is currently a standby for Jack, Rapunzel's Prince and the Steward in Jordan Fein's revival of Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre). He's also the production's dance captain and social media captain.Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowlerInto The Woods is booking at the Bridge Theatre until 30th May. Visit www.bridgetheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to kick off a new series of The West End Frame Show - join us for your weekly stagey catchup! Jacob Fowler (standby in Into The Woods) is our first co-host of the season.Jacob joins Andrew (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss American Psycho (Almedia Theatre) and Once On This Island In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Midnight at the Never Get starring Ben Platt, Sinatra The Musical starring Joel Harper-Jackson, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, The Harder They Come and more. Jacob is the winner of BBC1's Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His other theatre credits include: Lucas in The Addams Family (UK Tour), Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Ben in Before After (Southwark Playhouse), Hunter in Title Of Show (Southwark Playhouse), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). He is currently a standby for Jack, Rapunzel's Prince and the Steward in Jordan Fein's revival of Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre). He's also the production's dance captain and social media captain. Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowlerInto The Woods is booking at the Bridge Theatre until 30th May. Visit www.bridgetheatre.co.uk for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time for another catchup episode!Join Andrew Tomlins (Editor of West End Frame) and Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) for discussion about Cable Street (Marylebone Theatre), Beautiful Little Fool (Southwark Playhouse Borough) and Hamilton (UK Tour, Theatre Royal Glasgow). Andrew and Lisa also talk about The Traitors stage show and Eva Noblezada & Reeve Carney starring together in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Eddie has arrived in Qatar ahead of his return to the tour and Andrew has arrived in some sort of work purgatory. However, both still find the time, if not the energy, for a paean of praise to Justin Rose following his dominant win at Torrey Pines. They also wonder if Patrick Reed might win another major after his departure from LIV and question the decision to curtail a tournament on the LPGA Tour.Brought to you by: www.petermillar.co.ukVisit: www.ping.comEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The West End Frame Show is back with a catchup episode!Join Andrew Tomlins (Editor of West End Frame) and Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) for discussion about Paranormal Activity (Ambassadors Theatre), Kenrex (The Other Palace), Ballet Shoes (National Theatre) and Hercules (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). Andrew and Lisa also delve into the announcement that Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey will star in Sunday in the Park with George as well as Wicked: For Good's Oscars snub. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Difficult scoring conditions for the pod this week with next to zero golf actually happening. Yet Andrew, Eddie and Iain still manage to find over an hour of chat by discussing coloured golf balls, darts, TGL, the naming of South American countries and Al Besselink.What's more, we find out which major championship Eddie decided not to play in...Visit: www.petermillar.co.ukVisit: https://eu.ping.com/en-gb/clubsEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As we wrap up the year, Carmen and Susan settle in for a cosy, chatty final episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast. This one's all about what we're wearing, what we're knitting, and the yarns we've been reaching for again and again.We chat through our recent makes, favourite textures, layering knits for real life, and the projects that have been living on (or off!) our needles. If you love relaxed knitting conversation, yarn talk, and honest reflections from two knitters who really wear their handmade wardrobes, this one's for you.In this episode, we cover:What we're wearing right now (and why these knits get worn on repeat)Current works-in-progress and yarn choicesBouclé, mohair, texture & building dense, wearable fabricsKnits made for events vs everyday comfortA relaxed end-of-year knitting catch-upChapters:00:00 – Welcome & our final episode of the year01:00 – What we're wearing (and why these knits work so well)05:45 – Yarn choices: bouclé, mohair & texture12:30 – Knits made for events vs everyday wear20:10 – Projects we've been loving lately28:40 – Wrapping up the year & final thoughtsJoin our Patreon for bonus contenthttps://www.patreon.com/c/AYarnStorySubscribe For Updates
It's the final episode of the year! Join theatre and lifestyle blogger Rachel Agyekum and West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, as they round up their top shows of 2025.Thank you for sharing your top shows of the year – we included as many of your contributions as possible in this episode. Rachel founded Rachel Reviewed in 2022 and writes reviews for her website alongside creating reel reviews and other theatre-related content for Instagram and TikTok. She is also a reviewer for WhatsOnStage. Visit the Rachel Reviewed website www.rachelreviewed.com. You can also follow Rachel on Instagram via @rachelreviewed and @rachelagyefron. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2025! We're taking a little break in the New Year, but will be back in 2026 with lots more stagey catchups. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Olivier nominee Emmanuel Akwafo (A Midsummer Night's Dream / For Black Boys) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, for our first special end-of-year round-up episode!In this episode Andrew reveals his top five stage performances of 2025. Emmanuel shares his top shows and performance of the year, and they share submissions from West End Frame listeners too. Emmanuel is a producer, writer, director, award-winning actor and presenter. He originated the role of Pitch in For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy by Ryan Calais Cameron, performing the show at the New Diorama Theatre, Royal Court Theatre and Apollo Theatre. He received an Olivier Award nomination, along with his castmates, for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and won a Black British Theatre Award. This year Emmanuel starred as Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Bridge Theatre and won a Black British Theatre Award for his performance. His theatre credits also include Narrator in Sappho (Southwark Playhouse), Amiens in As You Like It (Globe Theatre), Mr Martin in The Bald Soprano (Leicester Square Theatre) and Jay in The Spalding Suite (Southbank Centre) as well as several pantomimes at the Lyric Hammersmith.Emmanuel's debut play Limp Wrist and the Iron First recently played a full run at Brixton House. He also directed and produced the show with his production company No Name Creatives. His producing projects have included the Black Print concert at the Phoenix Arts Club in London and Green Room 42 in New York. He also produced the Black Print panel at this year's MusicalCon, as well as readings of some more of his plays. Follow Emmanuel on Instagram: @eman.akwafoThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2025 and for sharing your top performances of the year - we included as many of your contributions as possible. We're back soon to round up our top shows of the year. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Toyan Thomas-Browne (Top Hat / Shucked) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Toyan discuss "Oh, Mary!" (Trafalgar Theatre), Top Hat (Southbank Centre) and SVN Live (Arts Theatre) as well as the latest news about Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey's rumoured production of Sunday in the Park with George, Titanique and Beaches' Broadway transfers, One Day casting and more.Toyan is currently part of the ensemble in Kathleen Marshall's revival of Top Hat. Following a successful run in Chichester, the production is now in London, playing at the Southbank Centre as part of its UK tour, and will transfer to Paris next year. Toyan also serves as the second cover for the role of Jerry Travers.Earlier this year Toyan finished his run as Marlon Jackson in the original West End cast of MJ The Musical (Prince Edward Theatre). He also appeared in the workshop of Bliss (Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler's Wells) and over the summer Toyan covered Peanut in the UK premiere of Shucked (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre).Toyan's theatre credits also include: Ain't Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre), Moulin Rogue (Piccadilly Theatre), Jack & The Beanstalk (Lyric Hammersmith), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK tour), first cover Lola in Kinky Boots (UK & Ireland tour), Me and My Girl (Chichester Festival Theatre), Guys & Dolls (Royal Exchange, Manchester), Wonderland (UK tour), The Prince: A New Musical (Arts Theatre), Christmas On Ice (Spirit Productions, USA), We Will Rock You (Royal Caribbean) and The Wizard of Oz (Haymarket Theatre).Follow Toyan on Instagram: @toyantbThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast, Carmen is joined by Helen, the newest member of the A Yarn Story team, for a relaxed, yarn-filled conversation about knitting, making, and life with wool. From what they're wearing and what's currently on the needles, to colourwork favourites, vintage-inspired knits and the joy (and chaos) of knitting plans, this episode is packed with real-life making chat.They also dive into an honest discussion about Game of Wool - what it gets right, what frustrates us, and why handmade deserves more respect than reality TV sometimes gives it.Expect thoughtful reflections on craftsmanship, knitting stereotypes, valuing designers' work, and why knitting is a lifelong learning process.Tune in to hear:✅ Meet Helen: her creative background, knitting journey & love of colourwork✅ What the A Yarn Story team is wearing and knitting right now✅ Favourite patterns, yarn pairings & recent shop makes✅ Knitting for yourself vs knitting for others✅ Why Game of Wool divides the knitting community✅ Knitting vs crochet (and why they're not interchangeable)Subscribe For Updates
Carmen and Susan are back from Rhinebeck, but before diving into yarn hauls and sweaters, they're spilling their thoughts on the new TV sensation A Game of Wool.Spoiler: it's not quite the cosy knitting drama they hoped for.In this episode, they share honest reactions to the show that's got the fibre world talking - from questionable costumes to script choices that missed the mark - before shifting gears into Rhinebeck magic, yarn purchases, and WIP chatter.Tune in to hear:✅ What A Game of Wool got wrong (and a few things it nailed) ✅ Why knitters crave better representation on screen ✅ Rhinebeck highlights: favourite finds, fibre friends & sweater reveals✅ Finished Objects + what's on their needles nextGrab your project bag, queue up a mindless knit, and join the conversation — it's equal parts critique, community, and creative joy.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome & catching up post-Rhinebeck05:15 – “A Game of Wool” TV show review (spoiler-free)15:30 – Honest thoughts: what didn't work and why knitters care25:10 – Rhinebeck recap: yarn hauls, highlights & community vibes35:45 – Finished objects + new projects on the needles47:00 – Wrap-up & what's coming nextSubscribe For Updates
Here they are, Andrew, Iain and Eddie reunited and ready to review the remarkable Ryder Cup at Bethpage, where the USA nearly achieved the comeback to beat all comebacks, but Europe held on to retain the trophy. The possible reasons why are examined as well as a discussion about the less than enjoyable atmosphere. And for clickbait purposes, there is a tale of NEAR-DEATH on the Long Island Expressway. This episode is not brought to you by Jeep.Visit: www.petermillar.co.ukVisit: www.ping.comEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Carli Lessing - For The Sake Of My Soul (Upbeat Version) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMonark - Dive FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJACXIE - RADIANT FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSteph Porter - He Is Able FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYN U E L L A - Running FOLLOW ON YOUTUBENsikan Louis - You Know FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKristen Gibbs - Let Me Tell You About My Jesus FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFearless BND - Get In The Water FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBrave Gen - Everything FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKim Bosket - That's You FOLLOW ON YOUTUBECheri Farina - New Creation FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKatie Dobbins - Grateful FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYHaga Mends - CALL THE NAME OF JESUS FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJanie May - Heal My Soul (HMS) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKristina Lynn - Covenant FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Profitable Musician Newsletter at profitablemusician.com/joinVisit our Sponsor Her Sound at hersound.co.ukVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join
To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Amy Hooper - Short Story Long FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJessie Elizabeth - Machine FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYOlivia James - Learn To Be Alone FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEvidence Of Love - Treasures In Darkness FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYettie - Jealous of Him FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEntifan - Clovers FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYThe Curse of KK Hammond - Walk With Me Through The Fire FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMad Jupiter - Dududu FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEvana Lee - Stray FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlexandra Hallberg - Gone Wild FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYHanorah - Heavenly One FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYDesert Sparrow - With You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYalmost fine - laughter FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMelody Lee Hayden - Superhero FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFiona Grey - Girl That I Was FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Profitable Musician Newsletter at profitablemusician.com/joinVisit our Sponsor Her Sound at hersound.co.ukVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resources Become more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join