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Graham Laycock talks with Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks with Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

RECAP GP MONACO 2026 - Kimi si prende anche il Principato! Non abbiamo davvero parole se non elogi e superlativi per AKA che ormai può davvero guardare al resto della stagione come l'occasione per il Mondiale! Dietro altra gara solida di Lewis e podio per Hadjar (soffiato a Gasly con polemica).Leclerc a muro, Max al palo, McLaren a Woking...tutto regolare, o no?Niente pausa, si va subito a Barcelona!CASCO è un podcast dell'universo V2B Media.

The Prince Andrew interview on BBC Newsnight came about after Buckingham Palace sought to clear his name amid growing scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The idea was first pitched when Prince Andrew's then-private secretary, Amanda Thirsk, was in discussions with BBC journalist Emily Maitlis and Newsnight editor Esme Wren about a possible interview. Initially, the palace wanted to use the interview to refute allegations that Prince Andrew had sexually abused Virginia Giuffre, who alleged she was trafficked to him by Epstein when she was 17. Thirsk and Andrew saw it as an opportunity to publicly address the controversy, believing it would help him regain credibility. The interview was arranged through direct negotiations between Thirsk and the Newsnight team, with Prince Andrew ultimately agreeing to the sit-down, which was filmed inside Buckingham Palace in November 2019.However, the interview turned into a public relations disaster for Prince Andrew. Instead of clearing his name, his lack of remorse, bizarre explanations, and contradictions only fueled greater criticism. He infamously claimed he could not have been with Giuffre on the alleged night because he was at Pizza Express in Woking and insisted he could not sweat due to a medical condition. The broadcast led to intense backlash, forcing Andrew to step back from royal duties days later. BBC journalist Sam McAlister, who negotiated the interview, later revealed that Andrew and his team failed to anticipate how damning his answers would sound, leading to what is now regarded as one of the most disastrous royal interviews in history.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Graham Laycock talks with Kerry Gibb and Felicity Edwards from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

In late 2019, Prince Andrew sat down for his now-infamous BBC Newsnight interview, claiming that he would “meet the allegations head-on” concerning his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and the accusations made by Virginia Giuffre. He insisted that he had “no recollection of ever meeting” Giuffre, denied any sexual contact with her, and even offered an alibi involving a family trip to Pizza Express in Woking. The Duke portrayed his relationship with Epstein as one of poor judgment rather than complicity, saying he only stayed friends with the disgraced financier to sever ties “honorably.” His insistence that the association had been “very useful” for business and social connections further fueled public outrage, painting him as detached and tone-deaf in the face of serious allegations.The fallout was swift and brutal. What Andrew described as an attempt to clear his name became a PR catastrophe that effectively ended his public life. The interview was condemned for his lack of remorse, his robotic demeanor, and his failure to express sympathy for Epstein's victims. Within days, major institutions and charities cut ties with him, and Buckingham Palace announced that he would be stepping down from royal duties indefinitely. His promise to cooperate with U.S. investigators later proved hollow, as American prosecutors repeatedly complained that he had not made himself available for questioning. The man who vowed to “meet it head-on” instead retreated into silence, leaving his credibility — and his legacy — in tatters.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Alan Bosson and Sharon Benning-Prince talk with Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

In late 2019, Prince Andrew sat down for his now-infamous BBC Newsnight interview, claiming that he would “meet the allegations head-on” concerning his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and the accusations made by Virginia Giuffre. He insisted that he had “no recollection of ever meeting” Giuffre, denied any sexual contact with her, and even offered an alibi involving a family trip to Pizza Express in Woking. The Duke portrayed his relationship with Epstein as one of poor judgment rather than complicity, saying he only stayed friends with the disgraced financier to sever ties “honorably.” His insistence that the association had been “very useful” for business and social connections further fueled public outrage, painting him as detached and tone-deaf in the face of serious allegations.The fallout was swift and brutal. What Andrew described as an attempt to clear his name became a PR catastrophe that effectively ended his public life. The interview was condemned for his lack of remorse, his robotic demeanor, and his failure to express sympathy for Epstein's victims. Within days, major institutions and charities cut ties with him, and Buckingham Palace announced that he would be stepping down from royal duties indefinitely. His promise to cooperate with U.S. investigators later proved hollow, as American prosecutors repeatedly complained that he had not made himself available for questioning. The man who vowed to “meet it head-on” instead retreated into silence, leaving his credibility — and his legacy — in tatters.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

O Podcast Motorsport.com analisa o status atual da Fórmula 1, com o comando da Mercedes, mas que vê a McLaren se aproximar, após a equipe de Woking levar uma série de atualizações para o GP de Miami. Nesta edição, o programa contou com a presença de Sergio Siverly, do canal Boteco F1, que coloca outros ingredientes nesta história. A apresentação é de Erick Gabriel (@erickjornalista) , com participação de Guilherme Longo (@gglongo).

Graham Laycock talks to Felicity Edwards from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to talking to Dub Everitt from the Welcome Church about the recently opened Woking Community Grocery bridging the gap between supermarkets and food banks.

FROM THE VAULT: In this classic clip, former England international and Premier League striker Jermain Defoe joins the lads to break down the fine margins that define elite goal scorers. Widely regarded as one of the most natural finishers of his generation, Defoe reflects on his early days at West Ham, where he learned crucial lessons from club legend Ian Wright.Defoe reveals the specific training ground drills that shaped his movement in the box, including a brutal but effective method Wright used to improve his timing and composure.He explains why most young forwards make the same costly mistake—arriving too early—and how mastering movement and patience can dramatically increase goal-scoring chances.The conversation also touches on modern strikers like Erling Haaland, the evolution of the game, and how Defoe began transitioning into coaching at Tottenham's academy.Since this episode was recorded, Defoe has taken the next step in his journey and is now the manager of Woking—making this a fascinating look back at the early ideas and influences shaping his approach to management today.If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YI4YecuoXP8 ChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Leighton and James had the pleasure of visiting the delightful Woking Golf Club, where they enjoyed a round of golf followed by an in-depth conversation with Managing Director, Scott Clark. Scott has been at Woking for nearly two years and brings a wealth of experience to the role. In that time, he has quickly set about refining the club's governance and establishing a clear and ambitious ten-year strategic plan. In this episode, we explore key elements of that plan, including course improvements, enhancements to the clubhouse and facilities, and the overarching vision built around seven strategic pillars. A particularly interesting aspect of Woking's approach is its governance structure, with five dedicated working groups each overseeing a pillar, all under Scott's leadership. Scott also shares how he has energised and aligned the team, including innovative initiatives such as a job swap programme. Woking is a club steeped in history, and with this forward-thinking approach, it's clear the future is just as promising. A big thank you to Scott and everyone at the club for their warm hospitality during our visit. https://wokinggolfclub.co.uk/   Connect with Us: Instagram: @golfclubtalkuk Website: Golf Club Talk UK https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighton-walker-2708b627/   A big thanks to our partners: Toro - Click here for more information   Support us here: https://buymeacoffee.com/gctuk Rate & Review Please leave a 5-star review and share this episode with your golf circle!

Graham Laycock talks to Felicity Edwards from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks with Woking and Sam Beare Hospice trustee Nuweed Razaq about their Muslim Campaign

Andy's back! He joins Ant and Dun to dissect the action packed early kick off vs Brizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz (alarm sounds) tol City.- 11th vs 12th (On the Beach remix)- The Varane show including Diags, a chest on goal and actual forward passes- Walsh's wonderful, weird and wonderfully weird game- ROY HODGSON- Walsh MOTM, ELF and Championship team of the week accolades. huh?- Rumarn back and bothering defenders- Kone finally gets a rest. Coincidence?- Capt Ronnie reports for duty and a full 90 for JCS - a late Easter miracle- Talking of which. Crosses. Bad ones mainly from Mbengue- Better off on loan - Field turfed out at half time in the Old Farm Derby. Woking win, Aaron Drewe, Morecambe down. Morrison Don Good for Aberdeen.- Championship mayhem. Chaplin nuts one in with his nuts, putting Ipswich in driving seat, The Wrong Zan puts Foxes on the brink, as Oxford and Pompey see daylight.- Time to start putting in the Spurs postcode into the Sat Nav?- Rail seating expands to Y block in the Stan Bowles Stand- Is Old Oak Common back on the agenda? Cargiant goes into administration and is looking to sell- A dead rat, a dead bat and a dead worried cat- Winter is finally over in NYC?- Knicks face Hawks in the play offs - Miiiiiiiiillllllllllllllllwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllllllllllll in Kit Korner. Flash or Trash?- Miiiiiiiiillllllllllllllllwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllllllllllll predictions? - Jacob's drops the knowledge with his stanza- Lovely Stuff: Dun's amazing wife, and his anniversary, Ant's suit fitting and barbershop quartet, and Andy's route to becoming Jude, or at least a NSFW gif in his new Mascot outfit7.30 vs Millwall on Paramount+ (and maybe Portsmouth vs Leicester City in the background) down at the Football FactoryRate, review, follow, subscribe...

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Dame Sarah Mullally has been installed as the new Archbishop of Canterbury this week. The former nurse from Woking is the first woman to occupy the role of de facto leader of the Church of England and leader of the global Anglican communion. In contrast to her Eton and Oxford educated predecessor Justin Welby, Sarah Mullally attended her local comprehensive before studying nursing at South Bank Polytechnic. By the age of thirty seven she was appointed Chief nursing officer for the NHS, a meteoric rise that brought with it a six-figure Whitehall salary and meetings with the prime minister. But five years later she threw it in to become a junior priest earning less than twenty thousand pounds a year. Her supporters see her as a safe pair of hands, a leader who will steady the ship after years of abuse scandals and bitter rows over sexuality and identity. But following her appointment some of the more conservative and evangelical Anglicans have said they will no longer recognise the authority of the Archbishop of Canterbury. So who is the new Archbishop and what will her tenure hold? Becky Milligan finds out.

Graham Laycock talks with Tim Stokes Hospice Chairman, John Ferruci and Franco Orlando partners at Seymours Woking with news of the Seymours Community Cup 6-a-side football tournament at Woking FC on the 2nd May with an opportunity to enter a team. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to snooker legend Jimmy White about becoming a business supporter of the hospice with his Jimmy White's Sports Lounge based in Woking. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

In this jam-packed Friday edition of What's On Your Mind, Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn are joined by North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer for a deep dive into the nation's most pressing issues. From the shifting economic landscape and the "moment" of AI-driven productivity to the geopolitical "chess match" involving Iran's nuclear capabilities, the trio explores what a return to American energy dominance looks like. The conversation turns local as Fargo School Board member Allie Ohlenberger joins the studio to discuss the fight for transparency in public education, the repeal of controversial gender policies, and the "palpable change" in teacher morale under new leadership. Plus, the hosts tackle a "conspiracy theory" caller who claims the war in Iran is fake, a heartwarming community effort to support unpaid TSA workers at Hector Airport, and an elegant pivot to culture with a preview of the FM Opera's Three Tenors Tribute. Standout Moments [00:02:10] – The AI Employment Shift Senator Cramer analyzes the loss of 92,000 jobs in February, suggesting we are in a transitional "bridge" where AI is supercharging productivity even as traditional roles shift. [00:05:40] – Saving Social Security In a rare moment of political candor, Cramer discusses "honest" fixes for Social Security, including raising the age for younger workers and lifting the income tax cap. [00:08:40] – The Exit of Kristi Noem The Senator reacts to Kristi Noem's departure from DHS, defending her border record while acknowledging the "bad judgment" of a $220 million ad campaign that didn't please the President. [00:11:30] – The "Modern-Day Haman" A caller draws a biblical parallel between the current conflict in Iran and the story of Haman, leading Cramer to discuss the necessity of an "unconditional surrender" from the current regime. [00:16:10] – Cleaning Up Fargo Schools School Board member Allie Ohlenberger details her successful motion to repeal "woke" guiding principles and explains how the district moved on from a "dictator" superintendent to a humble, North Dakota-grown leader. [00:23:10] – Legalized Propaganda? A listener raises concerns about the 2014 NDAA and the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act, sparking a debate on how government-sanctioned messaging has eroded journalistic integrity. [00:29:40] – The "Fake War" Confrontation A regular listener calls in with a fiery conspiracy theory, calling the war in Iran a "Hollywood fake" designed to pump oil prices, leading to a heated exchange over Trump's energy policies. [00:40:10] – Gas Cards for TSA The Fargo Gateway Lions…

Graham Laycock talks to Sam Wakefiled from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

In his much-criticized 2019 BBC Newsnight interview about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew made a series of remarks and excuses that were broadly seen as implausible or tone-deaf, deepening public distrust and damaging his reputation. He denied ever having sex with Virginia Giuffre, claiming he was at a PizzaExpress in Woking with his daughter on the date she alleged, and insisted he couldn't sweat due to an “adrenaline overdose” from the Falklands War — assertions that were widely mocked and widely reported as undermining his credibility. At the time, Andrew also tried to downplay his closeness to Epstein, saying they met only occasionally and that he had ended contact in 2010; subsequent releases of emails and documents suggested continued contact beyond that date, adding to the perception that his interview responses were evasive or misleading.Behind the scenes, those involved in arranging and producing the interview later described it as a “car crash” or PR disaster that was disastrously misjudged by palace advisers and by Andrew himself. According to accounts around the broadcast, Andrew and his team initially believed the interview would help clear the air but were unprepared for the level of probing about Epstein and Giuffre. The aftermath saw a swift public backlash, damage to the monarchy's image, and Andrew stepping back from royal duties; his remarks became focal points for ridicule, and subsequent analyses and dramatizations (including in documentaries and dramatized films) have highlighted how poorly his explanations landed and how badly they aligned with available evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In his much-criticized 2019 BBC Newsnight interview about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew made a series of remarks and excuses that were broadly seen as implausible or tone-deaf, deepening public distrust and damaging his reputation. He denied ever having sex with Virginia Giuffre, claiming he was at a PizzaExpress in Woking with his daughter on the date she alleged, and insisted he couldn't sweat due to an “adrenaline overdose” from the Falklands War — assertions that were widely mocked and widely reported as undermining his credibility. At the time, Andrew also tried to downplay his closeness to Epstein, saying they met only occasionally and that he had ended contact in 2010; subsequent releases of emails and documents suggested continued contact beyond that date, adding to the perception that his interview responses were evasive or misleading.Behind the scenes, those involved in arranging and producing the interview later described it as a “car crash” or PR disaster that was disastrously misjudged by palace advisers and by Andrew himself. According to accounts around the broadcast, Andrew and his team initially believed the interview would help clear the air but were unprepared for the level of probing about Epstein and Giuffre. The aftermath saw a swift public backlash, damage to the monarchy's image, and Andrew stepping back from royal duties; his remarks became focal points for ridicule, and subsequent analyses and dramatizations (including in documentaries and dramatized films) have highlighted how poorly his explanations landed and how badly they aligned with available evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Bennett from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Lesley Kilner winner the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices's Inspiration for Life painting exhibition at theh Lighbox in Woking raising funds for the hospice on until the 22nd February. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock meets those involved in the launch event for the Inspiration For Life art exhibition at The Lightbox in Woking where local artists donate a painting to raise funds for the Woking and Sam Beare Hospice. The exhibition is on till the 22nd February.

La primera semana de pretemporada ha dejado una F1 dividida entre certezas parciales y misterios bien calculados. Si la semana pasada con “conformábamos” con el Montecarlo y Daytona, lo que nos ha traído esta semana es puro nervio. Y en el Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1 tratan de calmarnos. Datos que ¿no sirven para nada? Aunque los equipos insisten en que el “shakedown” no debe interpretarse como una prueba de rendimiento puro, los datos acumulados en pista siempre permiten dibujar tendencias. Y este año, la fiabilidad (más que la velocidad, al menos en esta primera semana) ha sido el indicador que más ha hablado. Mercedes emerge como el equipo más sólido del arranque por la abrumadora cantidad de vueltas acumuladas. Más de 500 giros, sin sombras de problemas mecánicos y con varias simulaciones de carrera completadas, colocan al equipo de Toto Wolff en una posición privilegiada en términos de preparación. Tras años de altibajos, esta primera señal sugiere que el nuevo monoplaza podría ser competitivo desde el inicio. La serenidad se ha instalado en Brackley mientras otros equipos buscan respuestas. Otros niveles “aceptables” (e inaceptables). Ferrari y los equipos con motor Red Bull Ford han mostrado también niveles aceptables de fiabilidad, aunque sin el volumen de trabajo de Mercedes. McLaren, por ejemplo, ha sorprendido positivamente por el nivel de madurez técnica de su coche. La sensación general es que Woking llega con una base muy trabajada, lista para evolucionar desde el primer Gran Premio. En la otra cara de la moneda se encuentran Audi y Cadillac, cuyos problemas mecánicos han limitado gravemente el kilometraje. Para Audi, que entra en la era de la F1 con ambición de fabricante completo, estos primeros tropiezos no pasan desapercibidos. En la F1 moderna, cada vuelta es oro, y su déficit no es buena señal (aunque sí normal para un nuevo motorista). La estrella de la fiesta. Pero si hay un equipo que ha generado conversación, ese es Aston Martin. Su coche, en el que se nota a la legua la marca Adrian Newey, es probablemente el más radical de la parrilla. Soluciones aerodinámicas extremas, volúmenes arriesgados y una filosofía técnica muy distinta al resto convierten al AMR26 en uno de los grandes puntos de interés del invierno. Sin embargo, su escaso rodaje (solo un día y con velocidad controlada) deja abiertas más preguntas que respuestas. ¿Falta de preparación? ¿Estrategia para esconder fortalezas? ¿Cautela por parte de Honda ante posibles problemas de motor? Eso sí, para los aficionados (sobre todo los españoles) el gesto – la sonrisa que no podía ocultar – de Fernando Alonso tras la jornada no ha pasado desapercibido. El “shakedown” evaluado. Las cifras de esta semana lo dejan claro: Aston Martin es la mayor incógnita; Mercedes, la mayor certeza; y Audi, la mayor decepción (provisional). El debate, aparte de las cifras, está en si esta normativa permitirá que las diferencias entre motores se mitiguen mediante aerodinámica. Algunos ingenieros apuntan que sí: el comportamiento más predecible de los coches favorece a quienes hayan logrado conceptos aerodinámicos eficientes, incluso con motores menos dominantes. Por último, la (lamentable) ausencia total de Williams añade un punto más de incertidumbre a la parrilla: en una pretemporada tan corta, perder días de pista es un golpe duro. El resultado de la evaluación está claro: esta primera semana no revela quién será rápido, pero sí quién está preparado. Mejor aún, al menos para los aficionados: la F1 arranca su camino hacia el nuevo reglamento con un abanico de ideas técnicas más amplio que en años anteriores y con equipos que se mueven entre la cautela y la ambición. Lo único seguro es que la pretemporada nos ha dado mucha ilusión… y un buen número de enigmas por resolver. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Prince Andrew's downfall is one of the most humiliating collapses in modern royal history. Once celebrated as the Queen's proud, battle-tested son, he's now the monarchy's biggest embarrassment—stripped of his titles, frozen out of public life, and quietly told to stop using “Duke of York” in any official capacity. His friendship with Jeffrey Epstein destroyed his reputation, and that infamous BBC interview finished the job. The “I don't sweat” defense, the “Pizza Express in Woking” excuse, and the tone-deaf denial turned him into a global punchline. Now, even within his own family, he's a ghost—technically still a prince, but one without purpose, honor, or credibility. The palace's silence speaks louder than any statement: Andrew is done.Historically, plenty of dukes have fallen from grace—some lost their heads, some lost their thrones—but none have been publicly humiliated like Andrew. His disgrace didn't come from war or treason but from arrogance and entitlement in the age of social media, where every lie is immortal and every excuse becomes a meme. The monarchy has erased him one step at a time, preserving the crown while letting him fade into oblivion. He's not the Duke of York anymore—he's the Duke of Nowhere, condemned to live out his days as a cautionary tale about power, privilege, and the price of believing you're untouchable.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Prince Andrew's downfall is one of the most humiliating collapses in modern royal history. Once celebrated as the Queen's proud, battle-tested son, he's now the monarchy's biggest embarrassment—stripped of his titles, frozen out of public life, and quietly told to stop using “Duke of York” in any official capacity. His friendship with Jeffrey Epstein destroyed his reputation, and that infamous BBC interview finished the job. The “I don't sweat” defense, the “Pizza Express in Woking” excuse, and the tone-deaf denial turned him into a global punchline. Now, even within his own family, he's a ghost—technically still a prince, but one without purpose, honor, or credibility. The palace's silence speaks louder than any statement: Andrew is done.Historically, plenty of dukes have fallen from grace—some lost their heads, some lost their thrones—but none have been publicly humiliated like Andrew. His disgrace didn't come from war or treason but from arrogance and entitlement in the age of social media, where every lie is immortal and every excuse becomes a meme. The monarchy has erased him one step at a time, preserving the crown while letting him fade into oblivion. He's not the Duke of York anymore—he's the Duke of Nowhere, condemned to live out his days as a cautionary tale about power, privilege, and the price of believing you're untouchable.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Graham Laycock talks to Felicity Edwards from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Prince Andrew's downfall is one of the most humiliating collapses in modern royal history. Once celebrated as the Queen's proud, battle-tested son, he's now the monarchy's biggest embarrassment—stripped of his titles, frozen out of public life, and quietly told to stop using “Duke of York” in any official capacity. His friendship with Jeffrey Epstein destroyed his reputation, and that infamous BBC interview finished the job. The “I don't sweat” defense, the “Pizza Express in Woking” excuse, and the tone-deaf denial turned him into a global punchline. Now, even within his own family, he's a ghost—technically still a prince, but one without purpose, honor, or credibility. The palace's silence speaks louder than any statement: Andrew is done.Historically, plenty of dukes have fallen from grace—some lost their heads, some lost their thrones—but none have been publicly humiliated like Andrew. His disgrace didn't come from war or treason but from arrogance and entitlement in the age of social media, where every lie is immortal and every excuse becomes a meme. The monarchy has erased him one step at a time, preserving the crown while letting him fade into oblivion. He's not the Duke of York anymore—he's the Duke of Nowhere, condemned to live out his days as a cautionary tale about power, privilege, and the price of believing you're untouchable.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibb from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibbs from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Graham Laycock talks to Kerry Gibbs from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices about forthccoming fund raising events and how you can support and fund raise forthe hospice. More details at www.wsbh.org.uk

Las Vegas: el mal sueño americano de McLaren Raúl Molina Recio Madre mía, cómo se ha puesto la Fórmula 1 después de Las Vegas. El Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1 aborda en este primer programa de la semana un Gran Premio de locos: victoria de Verstappen y descalificación de los dos McLarens por irregularidades técnicas. Con esto, Max iguala a Piastri y ambos están a 24 puntos de Norris, a falta de 2 Grandes Premios, uno de ellos, al Sprint. Sí hubo (buen) espectáculo. Al final, Las Vegas tuvo una clasificación trepidante gracias a la lluvia. Norris se llevó una tremenda pole. De hecho, el británico sólo cometió un único error en todo el fin de semana, en la salida de la carrera en la curva 1, a pesar de lo cual pagó el máximo precio posible. Por otro lado, la carrera fue muy, muy insulsa en un circuito banal que trata de compensar su insignificancia con un espectáculo fuera de la pista, que sólo puede gustar a gente con un gusto muy particular, pocos de ellos verdaderos aficionados a la Fórmula 1. Pese a todo, como toda esta temporada, los vuelcos de guion están siendo de órdago y Max, como gran campeón que es, y el mejor piloto de la parrilla en la actualidad, tiene, además, la suerte de su lado: un desgaste excesivo del skid-block, la madera que va bajo el suelo de los monoplazas, de los McLarens, que acabó por debajo del grosor mínimo, provocó la descalificación de los de Woking. Max es muy bueno, como resaltan todos los medios, sin embargo, en este caso, este recorte de puntos no se debe a su pilotaje, como parece deducirse de muchos titulares, interesados en contar una historia y dar épica, sino a la mala suerte de sus rivales. La realidad, ahora mismo, es que Norris estuvo a la altura y con el resultado original de la carrera sólo hubiera perdido 8 puntos de los 49 que tenía de ventaja sobre el holandés. Todo hay que ponerlo en su sitio. Por la clasificación mereció la pena el fin de semana. Como ya se ha comentado, la clasificación fue vibrante debido a la lluvia, que obligó a los pilotos a utilizar compuestos de lluvia extrema en Q1 y Q2. Lando Norris logró una pole brillante que evidenciaba su fortaleza en condiciones cambiantes. Sin embargo, ese dominio se evaporó en la primera curva de la carrera del domingo, cuando un error al cerrar la puerta a Verstappen lo dejó fuera de la trazada, perdiendo posición tanto con el neerlandés como con Russell. Ese instante marcaría el resto de su fin de semana. Bueno, ese instante y la mala gestión técnica por parte del equipo. Si Lando pierde el mundial con Verstappen habrá sido, en gran parte, culpa de este error sin sentido de su equipo. Neumáticos y estrategias. En cuanto al ritmo puro, McLaren y Red Bull mostraron fuerzas muy similares, aunque Verstappen consiguió gestionar mejor los momentos clave. Russell protagonizó una intensa persecución al líder, pero destrozó sus neumáticos en el intento. Además, la parada temprana de Russell permitió a Norris situarse por delante, aunque posteriormente perdería la posición tras el ciclo completo de detenciones en la vuelta 35. Y también hay que mencionar al que, finalmente, tras las descalificaciones, terminaría tercero, el compañero de Russell, Antonelli. Su capacidad para defender su posición con neumáticos muy gastados ante Piastri y Leclerc ha sido uno de los highlights del Gran Premio. Y es que la gestión de las gomas fue una sorpresa general, especialmente por la baja degradación, algo que condicionó las estrategias y la lectura general del Gran Premio. Un Mundial muy calentito, dentro y fuera de la pista. También hay espacio, en este primer programa, para cuestiones extradeportivas, como los movimientos internos en Aston Martin tras el anuncio de la salida de Andy Cowell y los rumores sobre Andreas Seidl como posible sustituto, reflejando la presión acumulada dentro del equipo esta temporada. Y más si escuchamos las declaraciones de Alonso. Sea como sea, quedan dos carreras en las dos próximas semanas y la de este fin de semana será, además, sprint, con mayor reparto de puntos, así que el Mundial está que se sale y lo vamos a disfrutar mucho. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”.   The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”.   The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”.   The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In late 2019, Prince Andrew sat down for his now-infamous BBC Newsnight interview, claiming that he would “meet the allegations head-on” concerning his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and the accusations made by Virginia Giuffre. He insisted that he had “no recollection of ever meeting” Giuffre, denied any sexual contact with her, and even offered an alibi involving a family trip to Pizza Express in Woking. The Duke portrayed his relationship with Epstein as one of poor judgment rather than complicity, saying he only stayed friends with the disgraced financier to sever ties “honorably.” His insistence that the association had been “very useful” for business and social connections further fueled public outrage, painting him as detached and tone-deaf in the face of serious allegations.The fallout was swift and brutal. What Andrew described as an attempt to clear his name became a PR catastrophe that effectively ended his public life. The interview was condemned for his lack of remorse, his robotic demeanor, and his failure to express sympathy for Epstein's victims. Within days, major institutions and charities cut ties with him, and Buckingham Palace announced that he would be stepping down from royal duties indefinitely. His promise to cooperate with U.S. investigators later proved hollow, as American prosecutors repeatedly complained that he had not made himself available for questioning. The man who vowed to “meet it head-on” instead retreated into silence, leaving his credibility — and his legacy — in tatters.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In his infamous BBC Newsnight interview on November 16, 2019, Prince Andrew sat down with journalist Emily Maitlis to address his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and the allegations made by Virginia Giuffre (then Roberts), who said she was trafficked to the Duke at age 17. The interview was meant to clear his name but instead became a public disaster. Andrew denied ever meeting Giuffre despite the now-iconic photo showing them together, claiming he had “no recollection” of her and insisting that on the night in question, he had been at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter. He also called his relationship with Epstein “very useful” for business and refused to apologize for associating with him, saying his biggest mistake was “not breaking off the friendship sooner.”Public backlash was immediate and brutal. Viewers described his answers as arrogant and tone-deaf, with one of his most ridiculed defenses being that he couldn't have been sweating while dancing with Giuffre because a war injury from the Falklands had caused him to “temporarily lose the ability to sweat.” The interview was widely viewed as catastrophic, leading Andrew to withdraw from royal duties and lose multiple titles and patronages. It permanently damaged his reputation and deepened public disgust with both him and the monarchy, becoming one of the biggest PR disasters in royal history.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Prince Andrew's downfall is one of the most humiliating collapses in modern royal history. Once celebrated as the Queen's proud, battle-tested son, he's now the monarchy's biggest embarrassment—stripped of his titles, frozen out of public life, and quietly told to stop using “Duke of York” in any official capacity. His friendship with Jeffrey Epstein destroyed his reputation, and that infamous BBC interview finished the job. The “I don't sweat” defense, the “Pizza Express in Woking” excuse, and the tone-deaf denial turned him into a global punchline. Now, even within his own family, he's a ghost—technically still a prince, but one without purpose, honor, or credibility. The palace's silence speaks louder than any statement: Andrew is done.Historically, plenty of dukes have fallen from grace—some lost their heads, some lost their thrones—but none have been publicly humiliated like Andrew. His disgrace didn't come from war or treason but from arrogance and entitlement in the age of social media, where every lie is immortal and every excuse becomes a meme. The monarchy has erased him one step at a time, preserving the crown while letting him fade into oblivion. He's not the Duke of York anymore—he's the Duke of Nowhere, condemned to live out his days as a cautionary tale about power, privilege, and the price of believing you're untouchable.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Prince Andrew's downfall is one of the most humiliating collapses in modern royal history. Once celebrated as the Queen's proud, battle-tested son, he's now the monarchy's biggest embarrassment—stripped of his titles, frozen out of public life, and quietly told to stop using “Duke of York” in any official capacity. His friendship with Jeffrey Epstein destroyed his reputation, and that infamous BBC interview finished the job. The “I don't sweat” defense, the “Pizza Express in Woking” excuse, and the tone-deaf denial turned him into a global punchline. Now, even within his own family, he's a ghost—technically still a prince, but one without purpose, honor, or credibility. The palace's silence speaks louder than any statement: Andrew is done.Historically, plenty of dukes have fallen from grace—some lost their heads, some lost their thrones—but none have been publicly humiliated like Andrew. His disgrace didn't come from war or treason but from arrogance and entitlement in the age of social media, where every lie is immortal and every excuse becomes a meme. The monarchy has erased him one step at a time, preserving the crown while letting him fade into oblivion. He's not the Duke of York anymore—he's the Duke of Nowhere, condemned to live out his days as a cautionary tale about power, privilege, and the price of believing you're untouchable.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Peter Gibbs and the Gardeners Question Time panel visit the RHS Wisley Greening Skills Garden in Woking, an exciting new project designed to inspire and equip the next generation of horticulturists. No postbag edition is complete without your questions, so the panel dip into the GQT inbox to answer your gardening conundrums. Joining Peter are head gardeners and garden designers Pippa Greenwood, Matthew Pottage and Matthew Biggs.Senior Producer: Dan Cocker Junior Producer: Rahnee PrescodA Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4

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Monica Dolan is a BAFTA and Olivier award winning actor. She is equally at home playing a wrongfully accused postmistress in Mr Bates Vs the Post Office as she is playing the serial killer Rosemary West. Alongside her many roles in TV, stage and screen, Monica has also written and performed in her award winning one woman play B*easts.Born in 1969, Monica was the youngest of four children and was brought up in Woking. Her parents were Irish and had studied science and came to the UK in the early sixties. It was a very academic family and Monica found her passion for drama when she joined a teenage acting group. She went on to study drama at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Since leaving drama school, she has had a very successful career and is known for her ability to master different accents and dialects. When she played the press officer, Tracy Pritchard in the comedyW1A, her Welsh accent was so convincing viewers thought she really was Welsh. Her critically acclaimed career on TV stage and screen has seen her portray the fictional evil Anne Branson in BBC 1's Sherwood, which earned her another BAFTA nomination. During the COVID pandemic, she gave a mesmeric performance as a grieving widow in The Shrine by Alan Bennett and because of restrictions at the time was her own makeup artist and costume designer. Monica lives in London with her beloved husky, Velma. DISC ONE: The Tra La La Song (One Banana, Two Banana) - The Banana Splits DISC TWO: That's Entertainment - The Jam DISC THREE: Nothing - Priscilla Lopez (as Diana Morales), A Chorus Line Orchestra, conducted by Don Pippin DISC FOUR: Love and Affection - Joan Armatrading DISC FIVE: MacArthur Park - Richard Harris DISC SIX: The Night - Diane Chorley DISC SEVEN: Us Amazonians - Kirsty MacColl DISC EIGHT: South American Getaway (From "Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid") - Burt Bacharach BOOK CHOICE: Encyclopedia of Flora and Fauna LUXURY ITEM: A walk-in wardrobe CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Love and Affection - Joan Armatrading Presenter Lauren Laverne Producer Sarah Taylor