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Read. Talk. Grow.43. Sitting with the fear of deathWhile most people avoid talking or even thinking about death, Clover, the protagonist in Mikki Brammer’s novel “The Collected Regrets of Clover,” is a death doula. She sits with people as they die, offering them conversation, company and compassion. Mikki and hospice and palliative care expert Dr. Ann Marie Chiasson join us to consider how we approach the deaths of our loved ones – and ourselves.This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens.We talked with:Mikki Brammer is an Australian journalist and author from Tasmania, Australia. She is now based...
2025-01-1537 min
The Solar Journey PodcastS206: "Straight Shooter" with Andrew Blakers of ANU
In the first episode back after our mid-season break, Torsten reconnects with Andrew Blakers, who he studied under at the Australian National University back in the nineties.
Andrew is a true trailblazer in renewable energy and a developer and fierce advocate for solar technology. This episode explores Andrew’s journey from a student of physics at UNSW to renewable energy visionary.
With a blend of both sunny optimism and biting realism, Andrew offers insights into the challenges and opportunities in the global renewable energy transition, including advocating for the adoption of pumped hydro energy storage, wh...
2024-11-0542 min
Leadership & Life ChatFeel the fear and retire anyway! How exactly did Mark Curtis retire before 50?Four years, 131 episodes, 38 guests and three presenters later, it’s time to say goodbye to the Leadership & Life Chat ‘band’ as we know it. In this episode, original presenter, James Lay, makes a triumphant return and, alongside Becky, questions Mark on exactly how he’s been able to pre-plan and orchestrate his retirement at only 49, and the lessons he’s learnt on the way. Mark is, as always, open about his views on taking control of one's life, and recognising choices while always having a focus on a roadmap for the future, both in business and personal life. The t...
2024-04-041h 11
The Roundtable with Robert BannonThe Brains Behind The New Musical Album "Whisper Darkly" Are Here!We love dance, immersive theatre, and creative fun people! If you do to, this one is for you!TBIC Music Group will release a concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly – the first musical written in the retro-inspired genre – on Friday, February 23. To mark the anniversary of the start of Prohibition, a special preview dance mix from the album will be released on Wednesday, January 17. Whisper Darkly features music and lyrics by Andrew Gerle (Meet John Doe, Glory, Mississippi) and book by DJ Salisbury (Moonshine and Mistletoe, The Man Who Would Be King). The album is produced by A...
2024-02-2823 min
Music WhoreJoy Ride - Nu-Disco/Deep HouseBen Macklin Feat. Emma Brammer -Dare (Original Mix)
Mickey Valen, Emilia Ali- Ur Perfect I Hate It(Lenno Remix)
Boo Seeka, Golding -Don't Waste Your Love
Purple Disco Machine- Where We Belong
Perseus- Russian Girlfriends(Original Mix)
Møme Sail Away (Bondax Remix)
Les Gordon- Atlas(Roisto Remix)
Luxxly- Turn It
LeMarquis- Twin
Pace- Living Backwards
Audien feat. Maty Noyes- Heaven(Lenno Remix)
Child Of The Parish- Forever's Not Enough(The Magician Remix)
Jetlag- So Right(Axwell Vocal Mix)
Oliver Cheatham- Get Down Saturday Night(Rules remix)
Maroon 5- Wait Chromeo Remix)
Sonny Fodera- Forever
Crush Club feat. Supermini -We D...
2023-05-232h 00
Know the ShowThe Phantom of the OperaTHE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber | Lyrics by Charles Hart | Additional Lyrics by Richard Stilgoe | Book by Richard Stilgoe & Andrew Lloyd Webber | Based on the novel Le Fantome de l'Opera by Gaston Leroux | Originally Directed by Harold Prince | Orchestrations by David Cullen & Andrew Lloyd Webber | Original Production by Cameron Mackintosh Ltd. and The Really Useful Group Ltd. Works Consulted & Reference :The Phantom of the Opera (Original Libretto) by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Charles Hart, and Richard StilgoeSense of Occasion by Harold PrinceUnmasked by Andrew Lloyd WebberRazzle Dazzle by Michael ReidelThe Complete Phantom of the...
2023-02-151h 46
THE LAST SHOW ON EARTHRichard Maltby JrThis is the podcast in which we ask a special guest the big, BIG question that nobody ever needed to ask. If there was a huge asteroid hurtling toward Earth threatening to destroy life as we know it and you could see one more show before you die, what would it be? It can be anything you want - a show you’ve seen before, one that you wish you’d seen, or something you’ve made up entirely. What would be YOUR Last Show on Earth?Our guest this episode is Richard Maltby J...
2022-11-181h 02
Stumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesBrookman’s GrokhotIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the rumbling tale of ‘Brookman’s Grokhot’. Set in 1979, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator get involved in Stephen Brookman’s and Big Mo’s most radical and revolutionary plot to date against the teaching authorities of South Bedfordshire. Disorientation abounds. “A very strange ice cream van trundled round the streets…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-07-2833 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe 64 Legs of Creeping GilbertIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the ghastly tale of ‘The 64 Legs of Creeping Gilbert’. Set in 1970, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator look on in horror as the sinister Gilbert Hay and Austin Blythe unleash hidden terrors on an unsuspecting classroom. Fear runs amok. “He’s peculiar, he’s an oddball, he’s Gilbert Hay…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-07-2830 min
Leadership & Life ChatMind your language! Your success depends on itSuccess and failure ultimately come from good or bad communication. How we verbalise our thoughts and feelings, and internalise them, affects our performance, relationships and wellbeing. James and Mark discuss what you can do to retrain your brain and learn new ways of looking at how you speak to others, and to yourself, and how focusing on this can help build your personal success as a leader. They discuss all sorts of themes, including the art of the ‘pity-party’, energy vampires, the power of verbalising thoughts, and how to deal with awkward office conversations! GET I...
2022-07-2140 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Great Freight Train AdventureIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the hurtling tale of ‘The Great Freight Train Adventure’. Set in 1978, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator and Puffer Patterson take what they hope will be a leisurely and enjoyable journey on a Blue Circle Cement train. Spanners though are put in the works. “There’s a freight train heading down the tracks, and we like the look of it…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-06-3028 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesHMS PufferIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the nautical tale of ‘HMS Puffer’. Set in 1976, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator join other gang members and are led by Admiral of the Fleet, Puffer Patterson into one of the greatest naval battles in history. The outcome is flabbergasting. “Steamship sailing, sail away, steamship sailing, far away….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-06-3025 min
THE LAST SHOW ON EARTHCarrie Hope FletcherWelcome to the theatrical podcast in which we ask a special guest the big, BIG question that nobody ever needed to ask. If there was a huge meteor hurtling toward Earth threatening to destroy life as we know it and you could see one more show before you die, what would it be? It can be anything you want. A show you’ve seen before, one that you wish you’d seen, or something you’ve made up entirely. What would be YOUR Last Show on Earth?Our guest this episode is actress...
2022-06-061h 01Stumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Incredible Shrinking StumpyIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the gripping tale of ‘The Incredible Shrinking Stumpy’. Set in 1972, as Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator take what they think will be an easy ride on a customised Raleigh Super Chopperhawk, startling events unfold. “Our platform shoes, they made us look so tall…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-05-2626 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesGordon, Immediate LaunchIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the superhuman tale of ‘Gordon, Immediate Launch’. Set in 1971, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator bear witness to the most death-defying stunt ever attempted by that great daredevil, Gordon ‘Sputnik’ Mahoney. Fortune favours the brave. “Fly so high in your Interceptor, fly so high they’ll never get ya ….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-05-2628 min
Leadership & Life ChatPublic speaking power with Andrew BrammerPublic speaking is often cited as one of our biggest fears, feared more than death itself. But what if you can hone your skills and combat your fears? Is it worth the effort? Andrew Brammer is a global award-winning public speaker and fellow podcaster, who believes passionately in the power of public speaking, and the wider benefits that your new-found confidence can bring to all aspects of your life. Andrew is also the author of both Talking the Talk, and Telling the Tale, and in this episode reflects on the themes of his career and life as a storyteller that...
2022-05-051h 06Stumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesBendy and the Snowball of TerrorIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the abominable tale of ‘Bendy and the Snowball of Terror’. Set in 1973, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator and Bendy Henderson set off on an expedition to destroy a huge and sinister snowman. Events then take a terrifying turn. “And like the Wickerman, it stood silently and watched ….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-04-2828 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesDribbling PeterIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the dazzling tale of ‘Dribbling Peter’. Set in 1975, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator are party to Stephen Brookman’s amazing plan to score a goal past the bragger, Boaster Hawkins. What ensues has gone down in Middle School folklore… “There goes Dribbling Peter, running fast and free….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-04-2825 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Fall of the House of King and HydeIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the mutinous tale of ‘The Fall of the House of King and Hyde’. Set in 1979, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator play their part with left-wing mastermind, Stephen Brookman, in the unseating of a tyrant king and his evil henchman. “The fall of the house of King and Hyde, was a sight for our eyes to behold….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-03-2423 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesBendy’s Big CatchIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the eye-opening tale of ‘Bendy’s Big Catch’. Set in 1978, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator and Bendy Henderson decide to fish in Mr and Mrs Butterfield’s garden pond – with shocking and unexpected results. “When we were punk, we had such good times….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-03-2425 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesMrs Sanderson’s SledgehammerIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the intoxicating tale of ‘Mrs Sanderson’s Sledgehammer’. Set in 1979, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator and Bendy Henderson decide to imbibe an explosively potent home brew at the local fair. Mayhem ensues. “Those Milton Sisters, they’re not very nice….” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-02-2423 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Ballad of Turner and MiddletonIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the lung-busting tale of ‘The Ballad of Turner and Middleton’. Set in 1974, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator join a throng of other rapscallions to witness the race of the century. A contest never to be forgotten, “And their memory lives on, immortalised in bronze…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-02-2419 min
The Treasury Career CornerHow to Learn and Grow in a Treasury Career with Andrew HawesTreasury is an ever-changing industry. As such, it always needs dynamic, proactive people who are willing to learn and grow. According to this week’s Treasury Career Corner guest, this has been the key to succeeding in this career. Andrew Hawes, the Group Treasurer at Innospec Inc, explains that you need to learn as much as possible about your role, about the business, and about the people around you to climb ahead in your career.Andrew’s held multiple roles in treasury, including Group Treasurer at Brammer Group, Group Treasury Manager at Speedy Hire PLC, and...
2022-02-1530 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesCartwright’s RevengeIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the staggering tale of ‘Cartwright’s Revenge’. Set in 1978, Chugger Cartwright is helped by Communist mastermind, Stephen Brookman, to enact a painful revenge on a bullying PE teacher. Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator witness this stunning event. “So bring ‘em down boys, bring ‘em down and watch them fall… “ https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-01-2721 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Taunton Fields AffairIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the infamous tale of ‘The Taunton Fields Affair’. Set in 1973, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator and Puffer Patterson observe at first-hand what skulduggery and dark deeds at the local greyhound track lead to. Local villains abound. “It’s a monochrome rainbow, rainbow, rainbow…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2022-01-2724 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesForever ChambersIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the heroic tale of ‘Forever Chambers’. Set in 1977, someone begins fighting back against The Buchanan Gang’s reign of terror. Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator witness this epic and valiant struggle. Every generation needs a superhero – ours was The Sparrow. “Did I ever tell you about The Sparrow?...” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-12-3016 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Immortal ChinIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the astonishing story of ‘The Immortal Chin’. Set in 1975, Mickey ‘The Mighty Chin’ Metcalfe reveals the subversive masterpiece for which he will achieve immortality within school folklore. Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator, and Puffer Patterson witness the events that lead to this grotesque creation. “Who’s the one who’s the best at art? The Mighty Chin…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-12-3023 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesJudkins’ BugleIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the explosive tale of ‘Judkins’ Bugle’. Set in 1977, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator, Stephen Brookman and Bendy Henderson find themselves going into a firework battle with the Beckford Boys. Little Johnny Judkins’ bugle plays a key role in its outcome. “Ooh, ooh, bang bang fireworks…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-11-2518 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Satanic Rites of StumpyIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the otherworldly tale of ‘The Satanic Rites of Stumpy’. Set in 1977, Stumpy Sanderson, your Narrator, Puffer Patterson, Bendy Henderson and Gusty Burton hold a séance using a ouija board made by Stumpy from his old ‘On the Buses’ board game. What they conjure up from beyond is terrifying to behold. “We’re gonna mess with the dark arts, sinister and grim…" https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-11-2524 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesGoodbye, Bendy HendersonIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the extraordinary story of ‘Goodbye, Bendy Henderson’. Set in 1976, Bendy Henderson, Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator encounter the fearsome figure of Old Man Macready – the wild man of Liscombe Road - while playing cricket up the local park. What happens next Is astonishing to behold. “Well, it’s the red Raleigh Chopper, and the yellow boneshaker and the bright orange Raleigh Tomahawk…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-10-2816 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesPuffer Suspended!In this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the remarkable story of ‘Puffer Suspended!’. Set in 1976, during the Second Spud Gun War, the original Whistling Five find themselves in a fearsome spud gun battle with the notorious Milton Sisters Gang and the Keenan Gang. Will the strange rumours of the existence of the infamous spud cannon, El Monstruo, prove to be true? “Keep those wagons rolling, boys…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-10-2824 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesBreaking Old ReliableIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the incredible story of ‘Breaking Old Reliable’. Set in 1975, Stephen Brookman – that left-wing mastermind – hatches a nefarious plan to strike back at the despotism of the headmaster and his cohorts. As Brookman puts his stunning operation into action, it is witnessed by Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator. “Bringing down the bourgeoisie is what you want to do. Because you are a Communist genius…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
2021-10-2816 minStumpy Sanderson's 1970s StoriesThe Strange Case of Smiler MortonIn this episode of Stumpy Sanderson’s 1970s Stories, listen to the bizarre story of ‘The Strange Case of Smiler Morton’. Set in 1974, Smiler Morton – the boy with the never-ending smile – carries out his most daring and breathtaking dare yet, devised by Gawper Allsop and witnessed as ever by Stumpy Sanderson and your Narrator. “Smiler Morton, Smiler Morton, he’s the one with the smile on, that beaming smile…” https://stumpysanderson.co.uk/
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2021-10-1501 minKnow the ShowCatsCATS Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber based on Old Possum’s Book Of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot | “Prologue – Jellicle Songs for Jellicle Cats” additional material written by Trevor Nunn and Richard Stilgoe | “Memory” additional material written by Trevor Nunn Episode Segments:1:53 – Speed Test7:00 – Why God Why11:25 – Back to Before17:34 – Putting It Together31:08 – What's Inside1:00:47 – How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?1:14:01 – We Go Together1:16:38 – Our Favorite Things1:24:31 – Corner of the Sky1:28:04 – What Comes Next?Works Consulted & Reference :Cats (Original Libretto) by Andrew Lloyd Webber & T.S. Eliot with Additional Material by Trevor Nunn & Richard StilgoeUnma...
2021-09-081h 29
Spirits Of SoulChillacillin Vol 1Num. Title Artist Label1 Honey (Original) Andrew Lozano Freqy Music Group2 Miracle (Jarred's Quiet Storm Mix) Julius Papp, Lisa Shaw, Jarred Gallo NeoDisco Music3 Lovely Day Papik, Sarah Jane Morris Pyramide4 Running (Dee Jay Sounds Original Samba Tribute Mix) Dee Jay Sound FunkHut Records5 The Sweetest Taboo (Remix) Scubba, Ivette Moraes, Ronan Music Brokers6 You Love It (Original Mix) Vito Vulpetti Electronic Lounge Records7 Laid Back (Original Mix) Nigel Hayes Astrolife Recordings8 Es Paradis (Original Mix) Woogees Balearic People Records9 London Black Movement (Charles Leiv Remix) Kako Martinez, Charles Leiv On...
2021-06-131h 42Know the ShowPutting It Together: Passing ThroughPASSING THROUGH Music & Lyrics by Brett Ryback | Book by Eric Ulloa | Based on the memoir Walking to Listen by Andrew ForsthoefelEpisode Segments:3:40 - Speed Test5:40 - Why God Why9:10 - Putting It Together Featuring Guests Brett Ryback & Eric Ulloa45:00 - What's Inside1:06:10 - Our Favorite ThingsWorks Consulted & Reference :Walking to Listen by Andrew ForstheofelHit The Road - This American Life (May 3, 2013)Music Credits:"Overture" from Dear World (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jerry Herman | Performed by Dear World Orchestra & Donald Pippin"The Speed Test" from Thoroughly Modern Millie (Original Broa...
2021-03-241h 16
Leadership & Life ChatEp33: The Power of Storytelling - I wanna tell you a story!James and Mark highlight the power of storytelling in business. Whether you're selling products, services or yourself, stories can make all the difference. As usual they come up with 3 top tips, and along the way they make reference to Andrew Brammer's book Telling The Tale, the late Max Bygraves and Mark's new spectacles! We would love to hear from you – you can get in touch with us on podcasts@larking-gowen.co.uk. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, and whilst you’re there, we would really appreciate a 5* review, as this helps other people find our podcast! Show notes...
2021-01-2220 minKnow the ShowJesus Christ SuperstarJESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber | Lyrics by Tim Rice | A rock opera based on the last week of Jesus’ lifeEpisode Segments:0:59 - Speed Test 4:01 - Why God Why6:57 - Back to Before25:51 - What's Inside 51:15 - How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?1:07:23 - Our Favorite Things1:15:23 - Corner of the Sky Works Consulted:Jesus Christ Superstar (Original Libretto) by Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim RiceJesus Christ Superstar (1973 Film) Directed by Norman Jewison, Screenplay by Melvyn Bragg & Norman Jewison, Produced by Norman Jewison & Robert StigwoodGreat Performances: Jesus Christ Superstar (2001 PBS Broadc...
2020-07-221h 21
Party FavorzBe Free | Summer Chill 2020Party Favorz had re-added the Chill Out category a couple of months ago and has finally gotten around to putting out our first in hopefully what will be a long succession of Lounge/Chill/Indie sets that fit one of your many moods.
Be Free is a culmination of some of the finest in Lounge music at the moment with a tad bit of low-key House (see the fantastic "Thing Can Only Get Better" by Peyton) and others.
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This set has Jazz, experimental, melodic, Indie and just a good solid mixture of mood music when...
2020-07-0300 min
The Show People Podcast With Andrew KeatesAlistair Brammer buys cheap biscuits.It’s the hottest day of the year and we’ve got a leading man to match! Actor, Alistair Brammer joins host and director Andrew Keates for today’s episode of the Show People Podcast after playing Chris in both the Broadway and West End productions of Miss Saigon. Andrew and Alistair chat about biscuits, the differences between Broadway and the West End as well exploring his whole life and career, including growing up in Exmouth, not going to drama school, working for his local council – counting cars sat in a deck-chair, his experiences participating in the BBC’s Any Dream...
2018-05-0600 min