Podcasts about West End

Gaby welcomes singer/songwriter/actor Matt Cardle to the pod, to chat about all thing joy. Matt is currently in the musical 'Kinky Boots' in the West End - and loving it! He's also just about to release his new album...so he's a busy busy boy! They talk about his music, 'being famous', social media (both the highs and the lows), being too honest (is there such a thing!?) and working with your mates. Matt also reveals his 'Show n Tell' item - which makes Gaby smile (especially when she gets to have a go on it!) Remember you can watch all our episodes on our YouTube channel - follow and subscribe there, so you never miss an episode.

In this bonus episode of the WhatsOnStage Podcast, Alex sits down with Stephen Lambert, one of the masterminds behind the hit TV series The Traitors, as well as writer John Finnemore and director Rob Hastie, who explain how exactly they plan to bring The Traitors to the stage – in a multi-show experience like nothing else seen in the West End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A magic show that recoups in under a year, wins a Drama Desk Award, and packs a 200-seat New York theater with multi-generational audiences isn't an accident. In this conversation, Jamie Allen and producer Corey Ross break down how they fused tech, storytelling, and smart business strategy to build a magic experience that feels like theater and can scale like a brand.About the Host: Rachel Sandler is a Helen Hayes nominated music director, voice teacher, & producer. Rachel specializes in bringing her profound knowledge of vocal techniques and pedagogy to actors in the musical theatre community. Her students and collaborators have appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tours, American Idol, and more.About the Guests: Jamie Allan is a West End and international technology magician renowned for fusing illusions with cutting-edge tech. He debuted "iMagic" on ITV in 1995 and has since showcased his signature iPad illusion on The BBC One Show, BBC Breakfast, Grand Cabaret Du Monde, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Allan won ITV's The Next Great Magician, starred in Impossible, and toured his record-breaking show iMagician from the West End to Chicago. He co-created the multimillion-dollar Illusionarium and Magic Immersive, authored the book Everything, and is currently making his New York debut at New World Stages with his critically acclaimed, The Times Critic's Choice show Amaze.Corey Ross is the trailblazing producer and CEO behind Starvox Entertainment and Lighthouse Immersive, known for breaking global box office records with Immersive Van Gogh and Immersive Disney Animation. His diverse production portfolio features hits like Potted Potter, Evil Dead: The Musical, Wow Variety Spectacular, Extravaganza, and The Art of Banksy exhibition. Ross has presented iconic theatrical shows including Cats, Forever Plaid, Sherlock Holmes (starring David Arquette), Trey Parker's Cannibal: The Musical, and the North American premiere of Bend It Like Beckham, while collaborating with A-list talent from Woody Harrelson to Andrea Bocelli.Connect with Rachel: Website: https://www.rachelsandlermusic.com/ Connect with Jamie and Corey:Website: https://amazemagic.com/new-york/ TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152

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What happens when two successful entertainers reach a point where fame, success, and recognition are no longer enough? On this episode of Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan sits down with two fascinating guests whose journeys couldn't be more different—yet somehow arrive at the same destination. First, Armenian artist Eric Shane opens up about leaving Los Angeles for Las Vegas, finding peace after years of inner turmoil, strengthening his faith, overcoming grief, and discovering a healthier perspective on life, music, and relationships. It's a candid conversation about growth, healing, and learning to let go. Then, joining us from England via "JAMS CAM', world-renowned entertainer Kev Orkian shares stories from an extraordinary career that has taken him from concert halls and West End stages to royal performances and international acclaim. Along the way, Kev discusses comedy, philanthropy, Armenia, mental health, and one behind-the-scenes allegation he volunteered about Britain's Got Talent that you'll have to hear for yourself. This episode isn't about celebrity. It's about perspective. One guest found peace. One guest found purpose. Both discovered that success means very little if you don't know who you are when the spotlight fades. In this episode: • Eric Shane on faith, healing, music, and life in Las Vegas • The personal loss that changed everything • Why peace became more important than fame • Kev Orkian on comedy, music, and performing around the world • The surprising story behind his Britain's Got Talent experience • Mental health, resilience, and life beyond the stage • Philanthropy work in Armenia and building a lasting legacy Subscribe for more conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, creators, and worldchangers! DISCLAIMER The views, opinions, statements, allegations, and personal experiences expressed by guests appearing on Between the Notes are solely those of the individual guest and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, positions, or beliefs of Chummy Inc., Hye Jams Radio, Between the Notes, its hosts, producers, sponsors, affiliates, employees, contractors, or representatives. Guests are responsible for their own statements and characterizations of events. Any references to individuals, organizations, companies, productions, events, or public figures are presented as the guest's personal recollections, opinions, or experiences. Chummy Inc., Hye Jams Radio, and Between the Notes make no independent representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or veracity of such statements. This program is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Macca, Paul and Nevena are joined live on air, at South Melbourne Market by legend of Australian stage and screen, Todd McKenny. Todd is an Australian dancer, theatre performer and TV personality. He is best known as a judge on the Australian television talent show Dancing with the Stars. As a theatre performer, he has appeared in numerous productions, notably singer Peter Allen in the theatre production. The Boy from Oz. Todd has recently just completed a tour of the West End classic production of Cats. Todd with his daughter Charlotte. Photos courtesy of Betty Sujecki and James WF Roberts/Red Wolf Press Aust. The post Radiothon 2026; Sat, 13th June, Todd McKenny, Australian Theatre Legend, Outside Broadcast: Sth Melb. Market appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

YA masters Krystal Sutherland (The Invocations), Joanna Nadin (author of 90+ books for children and adults) and Moira Buffini (Songlight) on hooking teen readers from the very first page, plotting methods that tame a whole novel, and why stories matter so much to young people. You'll learn What sparks the magic system of a supernatural thriller. What it means to find your writing home, and how to know when you've arrived. Why readers decide within the first ten pages, and how visceral detail keeps them hooked. A pantser's case for careful plotting when you're juggling multiple points of view. The most common mistake adults make when writing for young readers. What screenwriters know about tight writing, and what teen TV can teach you about voice. Why treating writing as a job, not a calling, makes rejection survivable. Whether writers should think about their audience. How writing toward a feeling, not a plan, creates cliffhangers you don't see coming. Episode Links #105: Krystal Sutherland #61: Joanna Nadin #179: Moira Buffini About the Guests Krystal Sutherland is the New York Times and indie bestselling author of House of Hollow, A Semi-Definitive List of Worst Nightmares and Our Chemical Hearts, which was adapted into a film by Amazon Studios. Her books have been published in more than twenty countries and nominated for the Carnegie Medal and YA Book Prize, among others. Her latest YA novel, The Invocations — the centerpiece of this conversation — won the 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Award for young adult literature. Originally from Australia, she has lived on four continents and currently calls London home. Joanna Nadin has written more than 90 books for children and adults, including the Rachel Riley series, the Penny Dreadful series, and the Sunday Times bestselling Worst Class in the World series. She holds a doctorate in adolescent identity and YA literature and is an Associate Professor in Creative Writing at the University of Bristol. Her books have garnered a number of prizes including the Fantastic Book Award and the Surrey Book Award, and she has been shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Booktrust Best Book Award, the Telegraph Sports Book of the Year, the Hearst Big Book Awards, and Queen of Teen. She has been nominated six times for the CILIP Carnegie Medal, including for Everybody Hurts and for Joe All Alone, which was made into a BAFTA-winning and Emmy-nominated BBC drama series. Moira Buffini is an Olivier Award–winning UK playwright and BAFTA-nominated screenwriter, writing many plays for the National Theatre and the West End. Films include Tamara Drewe, Jane Eyre, Byzantium, and The Dig. She cocreated and was showrunner of Hulu's Harlots. Her YA debut Songlight — the first in The Torch Trilogy — won the 2025 YA Book Prize, and its sequel Torchfire is out now. She lives in London. For show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.com.For free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com.*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

Actor Liv Hill made her TV debut in the BBC's remarkable Three Girls back in 2017, aged just 16. She's currently playing Jane in Ava Pickett's astonishing play 1536, in which three Tudor friends face the echoes of Ann Boleyn's trial and beheading in their own rural lives. It's a sharp and powerful portrayal of misogyny that also crackles with humour and the joy of female friendship. Mick chats to Liv about female friendships, trickle down politics, ugly choices, powerful roles, and playing a young Glenda Jackson.  1536 is at the Ambassadors in London's West End until August 1. Visit theambassadorstheatre.co.uk for tickets. More of this chat? But of course: patreon.com/standardissue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that's what we call Episode 550! And what an episode it is!This week, you're in luck as Chris Moyles and Adam Brown (he's a bear) both take the reins for another packed-out week full of chaos and plenty of nonsense. Our great mate and colleague, Adam Brown, covered the show for Thursday and Friday, so in the podcast, it will seamlessly go from Chris Moyles broadcasting to the nation, to Adam Brown…. and I bet you won't even notice the difference….The team also unveiled a brand-new game, Trash Call, where lucky winners got the chance to get their hands on the studio's coveted golden TRASH. Is it rubbish? Is it treasure? We'll let you decide.Joining us this week was the legendary psychic medium Clinton Baptiste, who brought his unique brand of spiritual guidance, predicting the future of the teams in The World Cup and comedy to the show.We also welcomed actor, comedian and impressionist Kevin Bishop, who stopped by ahead of his upcoming tour and his West End debut in Abigail's Party. Naturally, he couldn't leave without showing off his impression skills, treating us to a brilliant Steve Coogan impression along the way.Other fabulous and ingenious content flowing in the podcast includes:Reverse WordsTCMS 60 Second SoapChris Moyles starring role in Hotel BabylonSo settle in, press play and enjoy Episode 550 of The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X podcast.

RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for another audio described theatre review.We have a musical comedy made from the finest ingredients this week as the current tour of ‘Waitress' visited the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Nicola Williams. About ‘Waitress'The five-star musical returns, starring Carrie Hope Fletcher“Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie” (The Times) with Carrie Hope Fletcher (Calamity Jane, Heathers, The Addams Family) as Jenna and Les Dennis as Old Joe for one week only! They'll be joined by Sandra Marvin as Becky and Evelyn Hoskins as Dawn.Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the perfect recipe for happiness.Brought to life by a ground-breaking, female-led creative team, this ‘warm, witty, wise and hilarious' (Express) hit features ‘one of the best scores in years' (The Stage) by the Grammy award-winning Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony® Award-winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland).Having received standing ovations night after night in London's West End and on Broadway, Waitress is ‘the real deal' (Independent) musical comedy'.For more about the current tour of ‘Waitress' and details of performances near you do visit the production website - https://waitressthemusical.co.uk(Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

It was announced earlier this week that STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW would close both on Broadway and in the West End at the end of this year.The production, which has enjoyed inconsistent box office success amidst the release of the final season, is to be released via Netflix as a professional recording, and may never be subsequently seen on stage.Check out this theatre news recap to find out the real reasons why the play is ending both of its productions almost simultaneously...•00:00 | introduction02:30 | when is it closing?10:05 | why is it closing?19:10 | the other factors27:10 | what comes next?About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're looking for our main episode, we released it two days early as the dust settled on this year's Tony Awards. That said, we had to get a bonus episode in to help with your weekly theatre fix, so below is our interview with the two stars of the forthcoming West End transfer of Cyrano de Bergerac, Adrian Lester and Susannah Fielding, who will be returning to the roles of Cyrano and Roxane for the Noël Coward run of Edmond Rostand's play, adapted by Simon Evans and Debris Stevenson. In the interview, the pair discuss reinterpreting the role of Roxane, why a nose had to be shown on stage and the different rhyming structure bedded into the text. Oh – and if you're looking for the project Lester refers to, it's the Dartmouth Scar Experiment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Mickey-Jo's theatregoing began with two new plays at off West End venues - We Had a World at the Hampstead Theatre, and Under the Shadow at the Almeida.We Had a World, which Mickey-Jo first saw off-Broadway at New York City Center, is an autobiographical memory play in which Joshua Harmon recalls his grandmother and re-examines her character through his mother's eyes.Under the Shadow is the stage adaptation of a 2016 Iranian-set horror film of the same name that depicts a woman living under the tension of the post revolution regime, amidst the Iran-Iraq war in late 1980s Tehran, which manifests as a supernatural presence.Check out what Mickey-Jo thought of each of these productions...check out Mickey-Jo's free substack newsletter:www.mickeyjotheatre.substack.com•00:00 | introduction01:56 | We Had a World15:47 | Under the Shadow26:03 | conclusionAbout Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Soon at the BGET - The Last laugh is a ‘brilliant' West End play which imagines three of Britain's all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse, in a dressing room.

From Seriencamp in Cologne, actors Helena Zengel, Lucas Gregorowicz and Luise Heyer on the present state of German TV drama and their new series Westend Girl [01:50]; The Difference Machine's Elena Lyubarskaya on using AI to generate TV, vertical entertainment and immersive experiences [12:14]; media strategist Bo Zhang and writers Kerstin Höcker and Rahel Dietze on how microdramas are catching on in Europe [32:31].

Today... Montrose County commissioners recently heard strong support for improving West End healthcare access, but residents were divided over whether a proposed health service district and future critical access hospital are feasible. And later... Montrose City Council’s refusal to read a Pride Month proclamation drew a packed crowd last week.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Listen to the Show Right Click to Save GuestsCity Theatre Company A Raisin in the SunDirty Gold Theatre Insomnia Cafe What We Talked About The Tonys Winner's List Pink Opening NY Times Best/Worst Death of a Salesman - rudin Lost Boys – lighting design Chorus Line Helen Shaw's update Kennedy Center Fallen Angels Streams Girl Interrupted Review TDF Autism Friendly performances Bowen Yang to host Jimmy's Stranger Things to close on B'way and West End Hadestown Pro Tape trailer Thank you to Dean Johanesen, lead singer of "The Human Condition" who gave us permission to use "Step Right Up" as our theme song, so please visit their website.. they're good! (that's an order)  

Jordan's back from Soccer Aid with tales from the dressing rooms. Not to be outdone on dressing room chat, William's been hard at work preparing for his West End debut and has an update on his bevel. The boys also help you with your dilemmas involving changing hairdressers, massage parlour faux pas, and how to confront your partner over his secret stash of Viagra.If you want to get involved you can email us, and for more Sexted fun sign up to our free VIG&Diva newsletter. You can follow us and DM on Instagram and TikTok, and watch the latest episode every Tuesday and Friday on YouTube.Help I Sexted My Boss is presented by William Hanson and Jordan North. It is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Nick Miller and James Maw. On the agenda: the BBC's co-commentators show some pre-tournament rustiness, FIFA's new plan for pre-kick-off team lineups, the greatest PDF in World Cup history, footballers' names in scathing reviews of West End musicals, the pathetic carry-on of the Real Madrid presidential election, a potentially terrible "4D World Cup viewing experience", a superbly mangled cliche by a hurling pundit and some provisional thoughts on Piers Morgan's World Cup YouTube show. Meanwhile, the panel imagine the football existences of the incorrectly-named England stars of the Florida stadium scoreboard. Play the Happy Hunting Grounds daily quiz at games.footballcliches.com Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Peter Orullian, author of SONGS OF THE DEAD. About SONGS OF THE DEAD: When Jack Solomon, a struggling musician who works in London's West End, is killed, he awakens to a new reality in which light and music are used to create magic and where living eras of the past sprawl beneath modern London, layer upon layer, all the way back to recorded history. Jack also soon discovers that many of those who reside in the stratums of London's past have grown angry with the present world, and that their anger is being channeled by a powerful society of light-and-music-based magic wielders who can cross the realms between life and death, between the present and the past. A past where the dead are sowing revolution against the living, and all of history is at stake. About Peter Orullian: Peter Orullian is an American fantasy author, composer, and performer. As a musician, he has toured internationally—fronting various rock and metal bands—written and released multiple albums, and recently founded his own symphonic rock group, Symphony North, which focuses on building trans-media properties to combine music and narrative. The first of these, entitled The Bell Ringer, was recently released as a full concept album, and will embark on a US tour in holiday of 2026. The novelization of The Bell Ringer will release in tandem with the tour. As an author, Orullian has also novelized chart-topping concept albums for Grammy Award–winning metal giant Dream Theater. In 2012, he was shortlisted for the David Gemmell Morningstar Award. He has written numerous short stories as well as several other novels, including The Vault of Heaven, all of which use music as a driving force for worldbuilding and magical systems. Since 2018, he has been collaborating with Brandon Sanderson on developing and writing The Strata Wars series. This week's picks: Peter #1: Sevendust: One (Album) Peter #2: Summer of Night by Dan Simmons Peter #3: Symphony North albums Tracy: Daredevil Season 1 (2015 – Netflix/Disney+) Patrick: Black Clover (Crunchyroll) Links: Peter Orullian on Instagram Tracy Townsend on BluSky Patrick Hester on Instagram The Functional Nerds Patreon Page © 2026 Patrick Hester The post Episode 706-With Peter Orullian appeared first on The Functional Nerds.

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This is the second half of my conversation with Deborah Phillips author of the fascinating book, AND THIS IS MY FRIEND SANDY — SANDY WILSON'S THE BOY FRIEND, LONDON THEATRE AND GAY CULTURE. If you missed the previous episode you may want to catch up with that before listening to this one. The Boyfriend is one of the most popular and successful British musicals of all time. On the previous episode Deborah Phillips shared with us how its creator Sandy Wilson grew up as a musical theater obsessed kid whose idols were Noel Coward, Ivor Novello, and Binky Beaumont — the three dynamic gay theater artists who dominated London's West End in the 1930s and 40s. She also described London's vibrant but clandestine gay theatrical subculture of the early 1950s out of which Sandy Wilson and The Boyfriend emerged. And we even heard a bit about the secret gay language of chorus boys and sailors called “Polari,” and the hilarious BBC radio series, Round The Horne, that introduced Polari to millions of listeners in the mid-1960s, even though most of those listeners had no idea what is was, or understood its connections to gay culture. All of that was, of course, happening at a time when you could be sent to prison for being homosexual. Deborah and I pick up our conversation just as Sandy Wilson is about to launch the first production of The Boyfriend at the private theater club, The Players Theatre, where it became a major hit and quickly moved to the West End.   We then go on to discuss London's other major hit musical of 1952, Julian Slade's SALAD DAYS. Those two shows — both set in the 1920s — created nearly as much excitement as Queen Elizabeth's coronation that same year. In this episode you will hear a clip from Round the Horne featuring two very camp characters named “Julian & Sandy” (inspired by the two songwriters) who pepper their dialogue with Polari words and phrases, and whose catch phrase inspired the title of Deborah Phillip's book. That original West End production of The Boyfriend ran for five years. Meanwhile, an American production opened on Broadway in 1954 and became a major hit in spite of Wilson's objections to how it was redirected for Broadway. 18 years later, in 1972, a film version of The Boyfriend was released, directed by Ken Russell, that Wilson loathed. Wilson went on to create several highly anticipated subsequent musicals including The Buccaneer, Valmouth, and the sequel to The Boyfriend — Divorce Me Darling. None of them, however, were able to achieve the same kind acclaim and popularity as The Boyfriend. Phillips also shares some fascinating stories of several other high-profile projects that got away from Sandy Wilson and went on to legendary success with other songwriters.  Become A PATRON of Broadway Nation! This episode is made possible in part by the generous support of Producer Level Patrons: Gary Fuller & Randy Everett.   If you would like to help support the work of Broadway Nation I will information at the end of the podcast about how you too can become a Patron. If you are a fan ofBroadway Nation, I invite you too to become a PATRON! For a just $7.00 a month you will receive exclusive access to never-before-heard, unedited versions of many of the discussion that I have with my guests — in fact I often record nearly twice as much conversation as ends up in the edited versions. And you will also have access to additional in-depth conversations with my frequent co-host Albert Evans that have not been featured on the podcast. And all patrons receive special “on-air” shout-outs and acknowledgement of your vital support of this podcast. And If you are very enthusiastic about Broadway Nation there are additional PATRON levels that come with even more benefits. If you would like to support the work of Broadway Nation and receive these exclusive member benefits, please just click on this link: ⁠https://broadwaynationpodcast.supercast.tech/⁠ Thank you in advance for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today... Montrose County commissioners heard broad support for better West End healthcare, but deep disagreement over whether a proposed tax-funded health service district and future critical access hospital is realistic, affordable, or the best solution. And later... After vandals broke windows at "Iglesia Verdad y Vida" in the historic Menoken Schoolhouse, community members rallied to help.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The excellent Ed Gamble and the joyous Joanne McNally share all the details on their new show, Unacceptable on TLC.The amazing Adrian Lester tells us all about starring in the West End transfer of Cyrano de Bergerac which begins its run at London's Noël Coward Theatre.Catch TFI Unplugged on Channel 4 at 11:05pm on Friday nights and on the Virgin Radio UK YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Grant Williams Podcast, I'm joined by author Dominic Frisby for a conversation that is equal parts monetary history, philosophy, and comedy. Best known to many as a comedian, writer, and commentator, Dominic brings a rare ability to explain complex financial ideas with clarity, humour, and perspective. The discussion traces his journey from trying to finance a West End musical to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in the world of gold and sound money. Along the way, we explore why gold continues to exert such a powerful hold over the human imagination, what its enduring appeal reveals about the nature of money itself, and why the debate over gold remains as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago. Every episode of the Grant Williams podcast, including This Week In Doom, The End Game, The Super Terrific Happy Hour, The Narrative Game, Kaos Theory, Shifts Happen and The Hundred Year Pivot, is available to Copper and Silver Tier subscribers at my website www.Grant-Williams.com. Copper Tier subscribers get access to all podcasts, while members of the Silver Tier get both the podcasts and my monthly newsletter, Things That Make You Go Hmmm…

The latest episode of The Interviews is all about extravagance, high fashion and big spending. But enough about Chris Hewitt. Instead, we're focused on Savage House and Madfabulous, two costume dramas about upper-class types whose lives spiral out of control. In the first, Richard E. Grant and Claire Foy play a married couple who attempt to mount a lavish dinner party, with disastrous consquences, and they tell Chris all about their approach to acting, their connection to the characters and, in one wild, hilarious segment, how one of them handled a very unusual sex scene. Then Chris has a lovely Zoom chat with Callum Scott Howells, the Welsh actor who stars as Lord Henry Paget, a flamboyant real-life figure who is the subject of Celyn Jones' period piece, Madfabulous. The two of them talk about saying the title of the film, about the film's approach to Paget's sexuality, and Howells' upcoming turn opposite Michael Sheen in Amadeus on the West End stage. Oh, and Chris receives an offer that might just change his life... Enjoy!

Mom Can't Cook! A DCOM Podcast returns to London's West End this Halloween for another riotous live recording! Join hosts Andy Farrant and Luke Westaway as they put Disney's deeply-cursed Halloweentown series in the ground where it belongs, with a recap of the fourth - and final - and worst - film: Return to Halloweentown (2006). GET YOUR TICKETS at tinyurl.com/ReturntoHTownPRESALE BEGINS 5th June 10am for ExtraHelpings members. Supports can check their email now for a presale code.GENERALE SALE BEGINS 12th June 10am.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is author Deborah Phillips whose new book is titled: AND THIS IS MY FRIEND SANDY — SANDY WILSON'S THE BOY FRIEND, LONDON THEATRE AND GAY CULTURE. Sandy Wilson's The Boyfriend — for which he wrote the book, music, & lyrics — is one of the most successful British musicals of all time. It emerged in 1952 out of London's secretive but vibrant gay theatrical subculture, at a time when you could be sent to prison for being homosexual.  By the following year both The Boyfriend and Sandy Wilson were the toast of London's West End, and created nearly as much excitement as Queen Elizabeth's coronation that same year. That original West End production ran for five years. Meanwhile, a hit American version of The Boyfriend opened on Broadway in 1954 and made a star out of Julie Andrews. The show was revived on Broadway in 1970 and made a star of Sandy Duncan, and two years later an ill-conceived film version was released, starring Twiggy and Tommy Tune and directed by Ken Russell. Despite all of this, prior to this book, very little has been written about Sandy Wilson. Deborah Phillips, who is Professor of Literature and Cultural History at the University of Brighton, is the first researcher to delve into Wilson's extensive archives out of which she has created an captivating portrait of Wilson as a both a key figure in post-war British theatre and the era's gay culture. This book and interview introduced me to a number of fascinating subjects I had never encountered before including the hilarious BBC radio series, Round The Horne, that inspired the book's title; the history of London's Players Theatre; and the secret gay language, Polari. Exploring all that sent me into several amazing internet rabbit holes and I will be posting articles and video clips that I found there in the Broadway Nation FaceBook Group. This episode is made possible in part through the generous support of Broadway Nation Patron Club members Anne Welsh, Chris Moad, and Bob Braun. Become A PATRON of Broadway Nation! This episode is made possible in part through the generous support of Broadway Nation Patron Club members Anne Welsh, Chris Moad, and Bob Braun. If you are a fan ofBroadway Nation, I invite you too to become a PATRON! For a just $7.00 a month you will receive exclusive access to never-before-heard, unedited versions of many of the discussion that I have with my guests — in fact I often record nearly twice as much conversation as ends up in the edited versions. And you will also have access to additional in-depth conversations with my frequent co-host Albert Evans that have not been featured on the podcast. And all patrons receive special “on-air” shout-outs and acknowledgement of your vital support of this podcast. And If you are very enthusiastic about Broadway Nation there are additional PATRON levels that come with even more benefits. If you would like to support the work of Broadway Nation and receive these exclusive member benefits, please just click on this link: ⁠https://broadwaynationpodcast.supercast.tech/⁠ Thank you in advance for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Angela Marie Hurst is in her third year as the alternate Satine in the West End production of Moulin Rouge The Musical.Angela made her West End debut as a child, when she played Young Nala in The Lion King.Her theatre credits include: West Side Story (Salzburg), Rock Follies (Chichester Festival Theatre), Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre) and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre). In an incredible full-circle moment, Angela returned to The Lion King in the West End as an adult and understudied the role of Adult Nala.In this episode, Angela discusses what it's like to play Satine and why she loves being part of Moulin Rouge. She also talks about her path into theatre, going from Young Nala to Adult Nala, growing her confidence in singing and lots more. Moulin Rouge runs at the Piccadilly Theatre. Follow Angela on Instagram: @angemariehurstThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Westend takes over the decks for an hour of new and unreleased music.EXPERTS ONLY INTRO 00:00:001. Westend - The Ceiling 00:00:062. Daft Punk - Around the World (Westend Edit) 00:03:403. Deadmau5, Wolfgang Gartner - Animal Rights (Westend Remix x Rock the Rhythm) 00:06:474. Truth x Lies, Vanrip - Like You A Lot ft. WEiRD GRRL 00:10:095. David Guetta x KENZ - Babylon (ft. Congorock) 00:13:176. Glass Petals - We Stay Inside (ft. Sophiegrophy) 00:16:547. Luke Alexander - Last Night 00:20:308. Brandon - My Body Talks 00:23:099. Prospa - Don't Stop (Twin Diplomacy Remix) 00:26:0210. Westend, Twin Diplomacy - Sensational 00:28:4111. Westend - Surrender 00:31:3412. G-POL - Sex 00:35:1113. Tini Gessler - For the Soul 00:38:0414. Bingo Players - Devotion (Guida Remix) 00:40:5015. Kid Cudi & Crookers - Day 'n' Nite 00:44:1216. Tchami - Adieu (Westend Edit) 00:46:2917. Westend - Feels Better 00:50:0618. Victor Tellagio - Goddess 00:53:42

On today's newscast: Residents in Aspen's West End neighborhood filed a lawsuit against the city in May; the Snowmass Town Council is considering a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers; and Scientists are working to build more accurate forecasts about the amount of water in the Colorado River with satellites. Tune in for these stories and more.

Conversation has once more turned to audience behaviour and theatre etiquette after Rosamund Pike spoke out about texting during a performance of Inter Alia.Pike, after completing her Olivier Award winning performance in the West End play, returned to the stage in order to beseech the audience not to pierce the trust between actor and audience.The question, then, is whether audience behaviour can be wholly dictated by those onstage, what constitutes disrespect and how do we combat a decreasing capacity for interpersonal empathy in the stalls?check out Mickey-Jo's brand new substack newsletter:www.mickeyjotheatre.substack.com•00:00 | introduction03:25 | what happened?14:34 | is there more to it?25:24 | conclusion About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01. Chapter & Verse - I'll Take The Blame 02. Bebe Rexha & David Guetta - Sad Girls 03. Mk Feat. Poppy Baskcomb - Zone 04. Vanilla Ice & Mahmut Orhan & Maxi Meraki - Ice Ice Baby 2026 (Club Edit) 05. The Chemical Brothers - Go (CYRIL Remix) 06. Jlv, Scrufizzer & Aneesa' Marie - Da Da Da 07. Alex Guesta - This Is Miami 08. Blacktune, Chriss (H) - Remedy (Original Mix) 09. Sub Focus - Elevate (Alok Remix) 10. David Guetta & Marten Horger & Men Machine - Pwr 11. Westend & Olivia Sebastianelli - The Ceiling 12. Diego San Diego - Vamonos 13. Jus Ron - Bad Decisions 14. Tujamo & 22bullets - My Mind 15. Bradeazy, Nina Nevra - All Night 16. Polly (BR) - More 17. Bolo The Dj, Close Friends Only - Move Like That 18. Control Room, Lovlee, Broken Future - NO ID 19. Vintage Culture & Volkoder - Hands Up (Original Mix) 20. David Guetta & Marten Horger & Men Machine - The Past The Present 21. The Future (extended Mix) 22. High Motion, Ownboss - Keep on Dancing (Original Mix) 23. Dansyn, Tom Westy - Feel Your Soul 24. Camelphat & Josh Gigante Feat. Kuuda - So Good (Original Mix)

01. Chapter & Verse - I'll Take The Blame 02. Bebe Rexha & David Guetta - Sad Girls 03. Mk Feat. Poppy Baskcomb - Zone 04. Vanilla Ice & Mahmut Orhan & Maxi Meraki - Ice Ice Baby 2026 (Club Edit) 05. The Chemical Brothers - Go (CYRIL Remix) 06. Jlv, Scrufizzer & Aneesa' Marie - Da Da Da 07. Alex Guesta - This Is Miami 08. Blacktune, Chriss (H) - Remedy (Original Mix) 09. Sub Focus - Elevate (Alok Remix) 10. David Guetta & Marten Horger & Men Machine - Pwr 11. Westend & Olivia Sebastianelli - The Ceiling 12. Diego San Diego - Vamonos 13. Jus Ron - Bad Decisions 14. Tujamo & 22bullets - My Mind 15. Bradeazy, Nina Nevra - All Night 16. Polly (BR) - More 17. Bolo The Dj, Close Friends Only - Move Like That 18. Control Room, Lovlee, Broken Future - NO ID 19. Vintage Culture & Volkoder - Hands Up (Original Mix) 20. David Guetta & Marten Horger & Men Machine - The Past The Present 21. The Future (extended Mix) 22. High Motion, Ownboss - Keep on Dancing (Original Mix) 23. Dansyn, Tom Westy - Feel Your Soul 24. Camelphat & Josh Gigante Feat. Kuuda - So Good (Original Mix)

Tim Jackson is a prolific Tony-nominated director and choreographer whose work includes Broadway, the West End, film and television. He developed, directed, and choreographed Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York), now playing on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre. The show has been nominated for eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Direction for Tim. His credits also include Dylan Mulvaney's The Least Problematic Woman In The World, the Tony–winning revival of Merrily We Roll Along, and Something Rotten which opens at the Manchester Opera House on June 16th. This interview was recorded on June 1, 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWhat is the difference between opera and operetta?In this episode of The Classical Music Minute, we explore two closely related forms of musical theatre. Opera is usually larger in scale and often more serious in tone, with music driving the drama from beginning to end. Many operas deal with intense themes such as love, tragedy, power, fate, and betrayal.Operetta, whose name means “little opera,” is generally lighter and more comic. It often includes spoken dialogue, catchy melodies, romantic plots, mistaken identities, and a playful theatrical style.Popularized by composers such as Johann Strauss II and Franz Lehár, operetta became especially fashionable in nineteenth-century Vienna and later influenced the development of musical theatre.In just sixty seconds, discover how opera and operetta are connected, and why one tends to bring the drama while the other brings the sparkle.Fun FactOperetta helped shape the modern musical. Its combination of spoken dialogue, memorable songs, romance, and comedy influenced later stage works on Broadway and in London's West End.About The Classical Music MinuteThe Classical Music Minute is a short podcast exploring fascinating stories, quirky history, and surprising facts from the world of classical music—all in about sixty seconds.Each episode offers a quick and entertaining glimpse into composers, masterpieces, musical traditions, and the curious moments that shaped music history.You can also read the written versions of these episodes on Substack, where they're published as short articles delivered directly to subscribers.About Steven, HostSteven Hobé is a Canadian composer and actor based in Toronto and a member of the Canadian League of Composers. He is the creator and host of The Classical Music Minute, a series devoted to making classical music history engaging, surprising, and accessible.Topics Coveredopera vs operetta, difference between opera and operetta, what is operetta, opera explained, operetta explained, classical music terms, musical theatre history, Johann Strauss II, Franz Lehár, Die Fledermaus, The Merry Widow, classical music for beginnersJoin me on Substack

Rosamund Pike called out an audience member for texting during an emotional moment from her performance in West End play Inter Alia on Saturday. So what is the correct theatre etiquette when attending a performance.Anton asks Brian Merriman, Founder of International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival.

Tony Award-winning Director Sam Pinkleton brings his extraordinary vision to the Broadway revival of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show at Studio 54. He is also known for his work on Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! on Broadway and in London's West End and Josh Sharp's Ta-Da!, and many more. As a choreographer, his work includes Stephen Sondheim's final musical Here We Are, Jeanine Tesori and David Henry Hwang's Soft Power and seven Broadway shows, including Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812. In this episode, Sam discusses why being a people pleaser fits into his work as a director and choreographer, how a shared love of 1970s regional theater with Cole Escola led to Oh, Mary!, and embracing the energy of The Rocky Horror Show fandom. Rocky Horror Tickets Good Man Charlie Brown Tickets Annie Lamott Books  

In 2024 Gisèle Pelicot waved her legal right to anonymity for the trial of her then husband, declaring that shame has to change sides. Her then husband had drugged and raped her and invited other men to rape her, filming as they did so. He was found guilty of her aggravated rape, along with 46 other men. Another two were found guilty of attempted rape and a further two were found guilty of sexual assault. Gisèle has now written her memoir, A Hymn to Life and joins Nuala McGovern talk about her decision to have an open court, the devasting effect on her and her family of her ex-husband's actions and finding love again in her 70s.For the first time since 2023, a women's match will take centre stage in the tournament's primetime night session at the French Open. The coveted slot has been dominated exclusively by men's matches since then. The absence has drawn growing criticism from players and fans, questioning why they've been overlooked. But now, a fourth round clash between – Belarus's Aryna Sabalenka current number one player and former number 1 Japan's Naomi Osaka finally breaks that run. Tennis reporter Karthi Gnanasegaram joins us.72% of those affected by osteoporosis are women. The government promised to roll out fracture liaison services to every NHS Trust in England two years ago. But there is still no progress or plan. Just over half of NHS Trusts currently have them. Nuala speaks to the Royal Osteoporosis Society CEO Craig Jones and expert Dr Nicola Peel, as well as Irene Baker who says her osteoporosis wasn't treated properly for five years as she has no specialist service in her area.She came to fame on one of the first TV talent shows back in 2002, and twenty four years later Zoe Birkett's now out on tour with Take That. She's played Tina Turner in the West End and the lead in The Bodyguard. She tells us all about performing with Gary, Howard and Mark and stepping into Lulu's shoes on their hit record Relight My Fire for their tour The Circus Live.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey

Tony nominated Director-Choreographer Tim Jackson says kindness is the secret ingredient behind Broadway's Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). The acclaimed creative joins host Robert Peterpaul ahead of the 2026 Tony Awards to discuss the act of kindness that changed his career, why he believes "if you've got lovely people, you'll make lovely work," and how he built one of Broadway's most joyful new companies. This positive podcast covers: • The act of kindness that led Tim to direct Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) • Why kindness is essential to making great theatre • How Tim helps actors get out of their heads and into the story • The surprising inspiration behind the musical's smart suitcase set • The power of connecting with strangers in an increasingly disconnected world • Working with actors like Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty, plus more! TIM JACKSON is a Tony Award-nominated director and dramaturg. His Broadway production of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) earned eight Tony Award nominations and has become one of the season's most beloved new musicals. His additional credits include Merrily We Roll Along in the West End and the upcoming UK premiere of Something Rotten!. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Tim: @timjcreative Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Jackson, director of the Tony-nominated "Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)" discusses their musical's connection to New York City, its move to Broadway after a quick stint on London's West End, and looks towards the show's North American tour. Jackson spoke with Bloomberg's Tim Stenovec, Emily Graffeo, and Chris Rovzar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01. The Black Eyed Peas - Boom Boom Pow (NIIKO X SWAE & CHALANT Remix) 02. Westend & Olivia Sebastianelli - The Ceiling 03. FEZZO & Devochka - Pretty 04. David Guetta & Marten Horger, Men Machine feat. Vitalic - Engage 05. Rihanna - Shut up and drive (STEPHY G REMIX) 06. Fisher - Favour (Sherm Remix) 07. Lil Jon - Outta Your Mind (Phat Suppli Remix) 08. Angel TFC - In This Fergalicioius 09. Max Styler, Greggio - Oldskool Flavor 10. Tujamo, 22Bullets - My Mind 11. HI-LO - Rhythm Of Life 12. Curbi - Shake That 13. Charles D (USA), Weska ft. Bexxie - Can't Get Enough 14. BIJOU - Baseline Rhythm 15. Daft Punk - Technologic (K3ONI Remix) 16. Prospa x Murda Beatz - Baby (Dave Summer Edit) 17. Juush x K3ONI - Let It Hit You 18. James Hype - Trigger Finger

1. Afrojack, Lucas & Steve - Control 2. Merlin - Tuthimu 3. Eli & Fur - Further 4. FAULHABER, Kooyman - Satisfaction 5. (AOW) OMNOM, Sven Lochenhoer - Watch Where You Walk (Sidewalk Talk) 6. Jamie Fielding - Party Over Here (feat. Detroit's Filthiest) 7. BIJOU - Baseline Rhythm 8. SNRS - Over The Room 9. Westend ft. Olivia Sebastianelli - The Ceiling 10. (SR) Tiësto, Olivia Sebastianelli - Don't Lose Your Head 11. Landis - New School 12. DIEGO SAN DIEGO - Vamonos 13. Merow & Julia Kleijn - Dopamine 14. R3HAB - Lost in translation.. 15. Lucas & Steve - What About Now 16. Fafaq & Skytech - Rules 17. SIKS x Keanu Silva - You & I 18. Mark Sixma - Like You Do

Adrian Chiles with a pop star, a comedian and a writer, but there's a lot more to each of them than that.Tom Fletcher was starring on the West End stage at the age of 10. 30 years later he's been back there writing the music for Paddington - The Musical. In between he's squeezed in popstardom with the hugely successful band McFly. Bethany Handley grew up loving life in the great outdoors of Monmouthshire and she has written a memoir, My Body is a Meadow: Finding Freedom in the Outdoors.And with Russell Kane there's an awful lot going on. Terrifyingly clever, award-winning comedian, writer, children's book author and now Shakespearean actor. Producer: Gareth Nelson-Davies Assistant Producers: Ribika Moktan and Sofia Popova Production co-ordinator: Josie Hardy Editor: Andrea Kennedy

Nachdem eine Gruppe von Autoren in einem Offenen Brief den Westend Verlag wegen einer angeblichen „Neuausrichtung“ in Richtung rechts kritisiert, geht Verleger Markus J. Karsten in die Offensive. Im Interview mit den NachDenkSeiten spricht er von einer „dürftigen Argumentation“ der Kritiker und sagt, im Kern gehe es um eine Frage, die nicht gestellt werde, nämlich:Weiterlesen

FCC head into the break on a high note after a 6-2 drubbing of Orlando in the West End on Saturday night.Evander with a huge game and Kenji with a brace. What moves would Adam like to see FCC make in the summer window? Listen up and find out!@TheKingAdRock73 @NinoOne @sbucks67 @crackityFC @ComeOnYouFCC @fccincinnati @Zuhause513 @MLS #AllForCincy #FCCincy #YAL #WestEndBoys

Send us Fan MailSam Yo, Peloton instructor, former West End theater performer, and author of The Monk's Mindset, joins Joe to talk about discipline, mindfulness, and learning how to bring the right effort to every part of our lives.Joe and Sam explore Sam's journey from early success on the stage to life in a Thai monastery, and eventually to Peloton. Along the way, they discuss what it means to slow down, reflect, build daily anchors, and stop confusing constant movement with meaning.Joe and Sam also discuss: Why life is more like a jigsaw puzzle than a straight line  How early success can still leave us feeling restless  What Sam learned from entering a monastery with only five possessions  The difference between discipline and self-destruction  Why meditation isn't about clearing the mind  How small morning anchors can shape the rest of your day  Why we should celebrate small wins instead of rushing past them  What “right effort” means when no one is watching  How Sam's monastery lessons shaped his work at Peloton Whether you're navigating a transition, trying to build better habits, or feeling pulled through life on autopilot, this episode is for anyone looking to slow down, reconnect with the present, and bring more intention to the way they show up each day. And connect with Joe on Peloton (GreenNotebookJ)Watch the interview on YouTube!A special thanks to this week's sponsors!Dunedain Systems is a veteran-founded defense technology company building Warmind, an AI platform that accelerates military planning, operations, and document generation. Warmind connects to your unit's data and learns how your warfighting function operates, delivering outputs tailored to your SOPs and operational context rather than generic AI responses. Whether your team is building OPORDs, running intel workflows, or generating CONOPs, Warmind handles the heavy lift so your staff can focus on decisions, not paperwork. Built by combat veterans who lived the problem firsthand, Warmind is already in use across SOCOM and the broader DoD. The beta is free for anyone with a .mil or .edu email at dunedainsystems.com.Veteran-founded Adyton. Step into the next generation of equipment management with Log-E by Adyton. Whether you are doing monthly inventories or preparing for deployment, Log-E is your pocket property book, giving real-time visibility into equipment status and mission readiness. Learn more about how Log-E can revolutionize your property tracking process here!Meet ROGER Bank—a modern, digital bank built for military members, by military members. With early payday, no fees, high-yield accounts, and real support, it's banking that gets you. Funds are FDIC insured through Citizens Bank of Edmond, so you can bank with confidence and peace of mind.