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Andrea Hardaker
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PODRUNNER: Workout Music
136 BPM - Sneak Peak (Jumpstart Mix)
An energy level that ramps up so gradually that the peak will sneak up on you. Donations, Merchandise, Newsletter, more: https://www.podrunner.com Steve Boyett - Groovelectric: Downloadable Soul https://www.groovelectric.com PLAYLIST 01. Solitary Shell & Bio-Logikal - Carbon Cycle* 02. Ecco - Tanzania 03. Da Clubbmaster x Stereolink x Marijo Beck - Papa Was a Rollin Stone (Extended Mix) 04. Goose & Hosca - Rinkuuddo (Havantepe Remix) 05. Andrea Bittolo - The First Step (Medesen Extended Mix) 06. Shion Sakamoto - Lucent Silence 07. Lferreira - Dimensions 08. John Drummer - My L...
2025-08-08
1h 07
PODRUNNER: Workout Music
136 BPM - Sneak Peak (Jumpstart Mix)
An energy level that ramps up so gradually that the peak will sneak up on you. Donations, Merchandise, Newsletter, more: https://www.podrunner.com Steve Boyett - Groovelectric: Downloadable Soul https://www.groovelectric.com PLAYLIST 01. Solitary Shell & Bio-Logikal - Carbon Cycle* 02. Ecco - Tanzania 03. Da Clubbmaster x Stereolink x Marijo Beck - Papa Was a Rollin Stone (Extended Mix) 04. Goose & Hosca - Rinkuuddo (Havantepe Remix) 05. Andrea Bittolo - The First Step (Medesen Extended Mix) 06. Shion Sakamoto - Lucent Silence 07. Lferreira - Dimensions 08. John Drummer - My Little One 09. Mind and Matter - Day Out of Time (Second Side Remix)* 10. Sandro...
2025-08-08
1h 07
J360 Jams
Ep#117: New Voyage Mix 2025
Welcome back to J360 Jams, it’s time for a whole new season with plenty of music vibes and waves to catch. It’s time for us to get to Jammaversary 2026 and possibly 200 Episodes?!However the most important thing is to create new memories, bring along new music talents for the Jam Fam and become the most epic show in the world! Let the adventure continue!Featuring music by: Jonny Fallout, MegaGlitch, Walmind, ZXSP, Arpraxis, Stephen Hardaker, Jeremiah Kane, Future Analog & Wesley Reid, Monty Davies, SIlvr Sage, Alterkix, Volker Milch, Eric C Powell, and Andrea Powell...
2025-07-19
2h 10
A Darker Wave
#495 A Darker Wave 10-08-2024 with guest mix 2nd hr by Barbuto
A Darker Wave, the best in underground techno, tech house, deep house and anything else we like enough to play in the show, presented by Jacki-E and P-Mac. The guest mix in the second hour is by Barbuto, a DJ, Producer and Label Head of Mavic Music and he’s based in Sydney, Australia. Originally from Austin, Texas he’s known for his explosive DJ sets and turntable-style trickery. He’s performed at events across North and Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, Germany, and Malta. His tracks have been released on Codex, Tronic, Octopus, Unity...
2024-08-14
2h 00
The Gingerlicious Company Presents
The Writers Bookshelf - Episode 17 - Andrea Hardaker
Singer, songwriter, musician, writer, poet and journalist, Andrea Hardaker, chats about her creative outlets and shares some of her work. https://www.daviddriverauthor.com/
2024-01-16
1h 03
Life Begins at Forte
Singer/songwriter Matt Hill (Quiet Loner) shares his thoughts on the magic of creating songs
In this episode I chat with singer/songwriter Matt Hill, 52, formerly knowns as The Quiet Loner. Matt teaches songwriting to all sorts of groups from people in prison, to homeless people, teenagers and even elderly people suffering dementia. He talks passionately about the process, song writing techniques and his own work.You can find out more about Matt and his work here https://matthillsongwriter.comSupport the show
2022-09-22
42 min
Life Begins at Forte
Nick Cody - My songwriting journey started in my fifties...
Guitarist and musician Nick Cody began songwriting in his mid fifties after picking up a ukulele for the first time. From that moment onwards he set off on a journey of exploration and experimentation, collaborating with other artists and finding ways to support their creative endeavours. In this episode he shares three new songs from his forthcoming album, All is Fine Til the World Goes Pop! The album, produced by the Carl Rosamond, who worked with 80s indie band, The Wedding Present, is due out in September.You can find out more about Nick Cody here...
2022-08-04
32 min
Cult Liter with Spencer Henry
Betty Hardaker
This week we’re exploring a mom who made headlines in the ’40’s as an accused cultist, the tragic death of her 5 year old daughter and life after the trial which proved that the story was far from over. SEE OBITCHUARY LIVE IN IRVINE ON AUGUST 4TH: https://tinyurl.com/3fvwbsnzWrite me: spencer@cultliter.comSpencer Henry PO Box 18149 Long Beach CA 90807 Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcastJoin...
2022-07-19
36 min
Life Begins at Forte
Songwriting with attitude! Steve White and The Protest Family
In this episode singer/songwriter/poet Steve White shares his punk approach to songwriting and reveals where the real magic of performing lies.You can find out more about Steve and his band here...https://protestfamily.comTo support Steve's fundraising efforts for Pub Landlady, and campaigner Pauline Town, use this link https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/andrew-stanworth-934Support the show
2022-06-22
33 min
Life Begins at Forte
Songwriter James Bisset's lifelong quest... to make people dance!
Singer/songwriter James Bisset started his musical journey in a seventies Christian rock band, known as Caedmon. Since then he has played in various bands and styles with one mission in mind - he just wants people to have fun.In this episode he talks us through the success of Caedmon and shares the ups and downs of his songwriting journey. And if you're listening in the car be warned...it's impossible to tune in without having a wee boogie!You can find more of Jim's music here; https://jamesbisset.bandcamp.comSupport the...
2022-05-06
44 min
Life Begins at Forte
Singer Songwriter Findlay Napier - you don't have to be a musician to write songs!
This week I chat with Scottish singer/songwriter Findlay Napier. Findlay is a man who likes to keep busy. As well as teaching songwriting at various retreats, he runs Glasgow Songwriting Festival, teaches ukulele, performs solo and with various other musicians. He had his first taste of songwriting in his teens and assures me that you don't need to be a musician to write a good song...You can find out more about Findlay here -https://www.findlaynapier.comYou can listen to some of his joint projects here https://www.storysongscientists.com/You can find...
2022-04-20
47 min
Life Begins at Forte
Singer/songwriter Stevie Agnew on growing up with a famous dad who inspired him
This week I take a trip down memory lane to my childhood home, where singer/songwriter Stevie Agnew performs regularly. Stevie's dad, Pete, was the bass player in the 70s rock band, Nazareth. Here, Stevie tells me what it was like to grow up with a rock star dad and how it influenced his own work. You can find Stevie's Americana music, Wreckin Yard and Bad Blood and Whiskey on Amazon.His Facebook page is here https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063555617674Stevie is singing alongside Scot's singer Beth Malcolm in the first track...
2022-04-06
42 min
Life Begins at Forte
Boo Hewerdine on chasing his best song yet...
This week, Life Begins at Forte records a live gig in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with songwriting duo Boo Hewerdine and Brooks Williams (The State of the Union). Boo Hewerdine (80's rock band The Bible) is a singer/songwriter, mentor and producer. In an exclusive interview, he shares some of his wisdom on song writing techniques, life, and growing older. If you would like to purchase any of the songs on this podcast please visit Boo's band camp here https://boohewerdineandthebible.bandcamp.comTo find out more about songwriting workshops with Bird on a Wire pl...
2022-03-23
38 min
Life Begins at Forte
How a medical diagnosis sparked Stellar Anderson's first album, Breathe
Leeds-based musician, Stellar Anderson, 50, explains how a medical diagnosis freed her up to find the voice she had hidden for over thirty years, for fear it didn't 'fit' with what society wanted to hear.In an incredibly candid interview, complete with original songs, Stellar tracks her musical journey, from dropping out of music college back in her twenties to releasing her first album, Breathe, in March 2022. Music from The Stellar Anderson Project can be found here https://ditto.fm/breathe-the-stellar-anderson-project.You can find Stellar on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/interstellarandersonAnd on...
2022-03-10
29 min
Life Begins at Forte
Talent is Timeless winner Fergus McNeill on taking up songwriting in his forties!
Last year, (as mentioned in episode two) a national competition was launched for songwriters aged 50 plus. The winner of the competition was Scottish musician, Fergus McNeill, who took up songwriting in his forties. Fergus is a criminologist and was introduced to songwriting through a programme he ran in a Scots prison. In this episode, he tells us why songwriting is important for people in prison, and elaborates on his own process and success. You can find Fergus's music here https://fergusmcneill.bandcamp.com/album/bloodrush-x-2and here https://soundcloud.com/user-57337486Support the show (ht...
2022-02-18
52 min
Life Begins at Forte
'It's Like Learning to Ride a Bike' - Leeds Musician Nicky Bray breaks down barriers to songwriting
In this episode we speak with Leeds-based Singer Songwriter Nicky Bray who runs an open mic called Tower of Song in the city's Fox and Newt pub. The event, run alongside co-founder and co-host Carl Flattery (a lecturer in songwriting at Leeds Beckett University) is in its ninth year and now has a sister event in Newcastle called Tower in the Toon. The emphasis at both events is strictly on 'having fun' and has been so inspirational, that Nicky's parents, Frank and Ros, (both featured in the podcast) have started penning their own tunes. Tower in the...
2022-02-10
34 min
Life Begins at Forte
'It's Like Riding a Bike' - Singer/songwriter Nicky Bray takes the fear out of songwriting
In this week's episode we chat with Leeds based singer-songwriter Nicky Bray who runs a regular open mic called Tower of Song at the Fox and Newt Pub in the city, alongside co-host and co founder Carl Flattery - a song writing lecturer at Leeds Beckett University.Nicky, 45, breaks down barriers to songwriting by ensuring it's a fun and lively event and has proved an inspiration to many - including her own parents, Frank and Liz who are also featured in this podcast. Tower in the Song is in its ninth year and...
2022-02-08
34 min
Life Begins at Forte
Singer Songwriter Saskia Griffiths Moore, tells us why Talent is Timeless
In this episode I speak with singer/songwriter Saskia Griffiths Moore who set up the organisation Talent is Timeless during Lockdown. Inspired by music shared with her from older fans who she met on tour, Saskia decided it was time some of those voices were shared and heard. Find out all about the competition and why Saskia believes that there is no time limit on talent!For information on Talent is Timeless visit https://www.talentistimeless.com To learn more about Saskia and listen to her music visit https://www.saskiagm.comTo purchase any of t...
2022-01-24
33 min
Life Begins at Forte
Singer Songwriter Saskia Griffiths Moore, tells us why Talent is Timeless
In this episode I speak with singer/songwriter Saskia Griffiths Moore who set up the organisation Talent is Timeless during Lockdown. Inspired by music shared with her from older fans who she met on tour, Saskia decided it was time some of those voices were shared and heard. Find out all about the competition and why Saskia believes that there is no time limit on talent!For information on Talent is Timeless visit https://www.talentistimeless.com To learn more about Saskia and listen to her music visit https://www.saskiagm.comTo appear on t...
2022-01-23
36 min
Life Begins at Forte
Saskia Griffiths Moore talks about Talent is Timeless competition for songwriters aged 50+
In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Saskia Griffiths Moore who launched a competition for songwriters aged 50+ during Lockdown. Touched by how many of her more 'mature' fans were writing and sharing their songs, Saskia decided to give older songwriters a platform to showcase their work. Talent is Timeless ( https://www.talentistimeless.com ) is now followed by thousands of musicians all over the UK, offering workshops, advice and support. Tune in to hear what Saskia has to say about what makes a winning song!You can find out more about Saskia and her...
2022-01-20
36 min
Life Begins at Forte
Uk duo The Stolen Bows chatting about songwriting in their fifties!
Episode One; Host Andrea Hardaker chats with musician Cathy Crabtree about the duo's journey into songwriting with their band, The Stolen Bows. Andrea and Cathy started the band three years ago and have since toured pubs, festivals and venues all over Yorkshire. They started as an Americana covers band but have gradually started writing their own songs, using their unique harmonies and a variety of instruments, including a suitcase drum!To appear on the podcast email Andrea Hardaker at lifebeginsatforte@protonmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AndreaHardaker)
2022-01-19
23 min
Life Begins at Forte
UK Duo The Stolen Bows chatting about songwriting in their fifties!
Episode One; Host Andrea Hardaker chats with musician Cathy Crabtree about the duo's journey into songwriting with their band, The Stolen Bows. Andrea and Cathy started the band three years ago and have since toured pubs, festivals and venues all over Yorkshire. They started as an Americana covers band but have gradually started writing their own songs, using their unique harmonies and a variety of instruments, including a suitcase drum!To appear on the podcast email Andrea Hardaker at lifebeginsatforte@protonmail.com
2022-01-19
23 min
Life Begins at Forte
Songwriting podcast - for those aged forty plus!
There's an easy way to tell if you have a good song. You get hit in the head with a message, and you get hit in the feet with a rhythm. You're beaten up with music. It's a beautiful thing when that happens.John WaiteThere's no age limit on getting 'beaten up with music' - it can happen to anyone at any time. So don't suffer in silence. Come and share your songs, your music, your story. Show us your wounds, your cuts and bruises, all the scars your bear. And together we'll s...
2021-12-29
01 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode 28 : Moving on...
IN this episode I consider some good news during Covid-19 while looking back on the last ten years - on the last day of my forties! EEK!
2020-07-06
21 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twenty Seven
Life creeps towards some sort of normal as I creep towards a big birthday. Not quite the celebrations I'd planned but that's COVID-19 for you!
2020-06-24
16 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode 25/6
In this episode I talk about a very difficult two weeks which shook our family to the core. But thankfully, we are all still here, still smiling. Once again, we feel incredibly lucky.
2020-06-17
12 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twenty Four; Life cycles
IN this episode I get a little physical! Cycling and stepping - who even am I? It's a healthy break from the worries churning round and round in my mind over our economy...
2020-05-23
15 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twenty Three; It's Not Just Our Physical Health That's Under Attack...
Our nation's mental health is suffering. In this extended episode I discuss recent reports about how COVID and Lockdown is affecting individuals and speak to trained grief counsellor and therapist Kulbir Bura, who gives her take on the situation and shares some words of wisdom.
2020-05-17
30 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twenty Two ; VE Day
In this episode we look back on war time stories, childhood stories, and add a surprise new memory of our own...
2020-05-09
14 min
My COVIDiary
Episode Twenty One; Lockdown Loser
In this episode I unleash my Lockdown Loser and wonder if she's part of a cult...
2020-05-05
08 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twenty ; The magic of letter writing
In this episode, I discuss a letter I've received from a relative stranger and its impact on my week and think back to days of my childhood and the ways in which I learnt about the world.
2020-04-30
12 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Nineteen ; Air Head
IN this episode I struggle to catch my thoughts. There are so many different aspects to Lockdown, what is the right approach? IS there a right approach?
2020-04-25
15 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Eighteen; What date is it?
IN this episode I record some thoughts on the mounting statistics, share some experience of my own over mourning a relative without attending their funeral and end with some thoughts on Freedom of Speech.
2020-04-18
11 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Seventeen;Blue Skies but trouble ahead...
In this episode of My COVIDiary I think about the joy and sense of unity music festivals create, then ponder the worrying behaviour of some of our over-zealous Covid Cops...
2020-04-15
11 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Sixteen; Hidden crimes
IN this episode of COVIDiary, a confession of an evil crime committed by your host, a quick glance at politics and an ode to old friends. Thanks to Freesound for sound effects from Featherstar - the cockerel, Yemi Moses - digging, BlueDelta - thunder, Breviceps - owl hoot, Micron Mark -creepy stabbing music.
2020-04-13
10 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDIARY; Episode Fifteen ; The weight of Lady Justice
IN this episode I force myself to look back at the news - even though I know it will be grim. And I leave listeners with the wonderful words of poet Gaia Holmes from her collection Where the Road Runs out, published by Comma Press. It's one of those collections that can see you through times like this...
2020-04-11
11 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Fourteen ; The difference between 'being right' and 'ending right'.
IN today's episode I challenge my own thinking on the politics of the world... Moi? Wrong? Maybe...(except for that one time back in the eighties during an argy bargy with my sister).
2020-04-08
08 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Thirteen; Lockdown tension, thoughts on the world and a message of Hope
IN today's episode of My COVIDiary we are back to the usual format! Reflections on a family trapped between four walls and the never ending controversy in the news...
2020-04-07
07 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Twelve ; Point of View Special
Tonight we break from our usual programming of My COVIDiary to bring you a Point of View Special, courtesy of Anne Robinson
2020-04-05
01 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode eleven ; Home
In today's diary, I talk about the difficulties of a wandering mind when our lives are on hold and examine my feelings on home. Where is it? Where should it be? How is it defined?
2020-04-04
10 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Ten; April Fools, conspiracy and podcasting
In today's episode I talk about one of the UK's better employers, give a nod to conspiracy theories and realise just how much I look forward to podcasting.
2020-04-03
08 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Nine; Keep Dancing
In today's diary, I think about how our policing is changing and wonder if a university education for police officers is a wise decision. Is it really so bad for a corner shop to stock Easter eggs right now?
2020-04-01
11 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary; Episode Eight ; Cabin Fever
A week after Lockdown UK and I'm longing for my old life back. How to keep busy? Baking? Reading? I miss EVERYONE.
2020-03-31
08 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Seven; Sitting Ducks
The clock is ticking as Lockdown UK continues. Every day that passes endangers our global economy. Meanwhile, society is undergoing a serious make-over. Will we ever be the same again?
2020-03-30
12 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Six; Questions take courage but please question everything
In today's episode I think about the fun I've had playing music and worry about how my 'creative' career will pan out. Are we asking the right questions about Corona? Why is it wrong to question?
2020-03-29
14 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Five; Night terrors...
In this episode, I chart the type of dreams that stalk me in my sleep and introduce a little horror writing inspired by The Book of Darkness and Light - a theatre group who have been running excellent writing workshops during Lockdown. https://adamzrobinson.wordpress.com/the-book-of-darkness-light/ Clips courtesy of Torres v Barcelona Away game, and justkidding on Free Sound.
2020-03-28
12 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Four; Pick n Mix feelings about everything
Today has been a 'mixed' day. Lots of happy things and some new worries creeping in...
2020-03-27
10 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary Episode Three; The Welcome Sound of Laughter
The news today is varied, some good, some bad. But we need to keep our spirits up. Maybe a little laughter can help.
2020-03-25
09 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDairy Episode Two; Lockdown
Today in My COVIDiary I talk about lock down and ponder some of the 'side effects' of Corona; that feeling of powerlessness that we all share.
2020-03-25
08 min
My COVIDiary
My COVIDiary episode One; All Change
Like people all over the world, I'm trying to get my head around the sudden change Corona has forced upon our freedom and way of life. In this episode I share my thoughts and reflect on all those ordinary things I took for granted.
2020-03-24
07 min