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Enjoy Offering of Full Audiobooks in Funny, Performing ArtsThe Good, the Bad and the Unexpected - Mark NelsonListen to full audiobooks for free :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTITLE The Good, the Bad and the UnexpectedSUBTITLE Highlights from the BBC Radio Comedy Panel ShowAUTHOR Mark NelsonNARRATOR Kirsty Wark, Pippa Evans, Various, Mark Nelson, Rory Bremner, Phil Hammond, Kerry Katona, Carol Smillie, Seann Walsh, Hal Cruttenden, Lorraine Kelly, Toyah Wilcox, Zoe Lyons, Gyles BrandrethLANGUAGE EnglishRELEASE DATE 02-22-2024PUBLISHER BBC AudioCATEGORIES Funny, Performing Arts, Stand-up ShowSUMMARYMark Nelson and celebrity guests separate the good from the bad, with a...
2024-02-2300 min
Listen To The Full Audiobook That Keeps Book-Lovers Hooked.The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected by Mark NelsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/16000to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected
Author: Mark Nelson
Narrator: Mark Nelson, Rory Bremner, Kirsty Wark, Gyles Brandreth, Kerry Katona, Toyah Wilcox, Phil Hammond, Carol Smillie, Pippa Evans, Zoe Lyons, Lorraine Kelly, Various, Hal Cruttenden, Seann Walsh
Format: mp3
Length: 19 hrs and 3 mins
Release date: 02-22-24
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Performing Arts
Publisher's Summary:
Hosted by Mark Nelson, this lively show sees a panel of celebrities competing to share the best, worst and most hilarious anecdotes from their daily lives. Each guest is vying for the...
2024-02-227h 03
Wright on the NailVorderman + Braverman: Free Speech and Speaking FreelyIn this week’s News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by political commentators, Marina Purkiss, Edward Hardy, and political commentator and Communications Officer for the Institute of Economic Affairs Reem Ibrahim.This week’s debate kicks off and remains with the issues surrounding Home Secretary Suella Braverman. She has yet again been called out for the use of toxic language in the public sphere, criticising the Metropolitan Police claiming they have a left-wing bias regarding their treatment of protesters, and calling the pro-Palestinian demonstrations ‘hate marches’. The panel analyses and discusses the significance of language in politics...
2023-11-1152 min
The Mum AcademyEpisode 3: Support Networks - Creating Your Solid Support Eco-SystemThis episode delves into one of the most important factors in your positive transition into parenthood.
We chat about the hierarchy of human needs, how they link in with the 5 types of support, and how each type of support can help to build a solid support network for new parents.
Links to some support services resources on the links below:
Australian Support Resources COPE & Australian Support Resources RAISING CHILDREN
Remember if you are struggling and need help now Lifeline is here for you: Lifeline Get Help
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2022-11-1623 min
Cultivating Success: A mindset shift for happy, successful chiropractorsGet Your Mind Right!On this week's solo episode of the Cultivating Success podcast, Dr. Bremner is talking about the importance of getting your mind right and how your mindset can dictate your success! In this episode, you'll hear the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset and how to reduce negativity -- be it in the content you consume, your relationships or your work. Dr. Bremner shares one of her favorite morning practices and how it sets the tone for her day, plus, she talks about why reading books can give you an edge on continual learning and growing and...
2022-06-0624 min
Avant-Garde PerspectivesBible College Bathsheba~ Carol BremnerCarol describes herself as a survivor. After divorcing her preacher husband, she raised her 2 children on her own. She went back to school and earned 3 degrees and landed her dream job on Salt Spring Island, BC. Together Carol and Paul discuss their 3yrs in the Penn and plans for world domination.
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2021-11-301h 00
Purpose For Your Life[Podcast] Our Perception of People Governs Our ActionsI’ve been thinking these days about how our perception of people changes when we allow ourselves to get to know them. Prefer to read? The content continues below: I read about a woman who was wrongly convicted of murder and spent a number of years on death row. She said the guards weren’t allowed to speak to her because if they got to know her as a fellow human being it might have affected how they treated her. As I’ve volunteered with ex-offenders and with those in prison, my perceptions about...
2021-03-0403 minPurpose For Your Life[Podcast] The Troll Under the BridgeWhen we bought our house it was listed as a fixer-upper since it was so long since it had been properly cared for. Once we started cleaning, we discovered many high-end feature that the builder had included, but because of neglect and abuse, it was hard to tell. Prefer to read? The content continues below: The book ‘Misfits Welcome’ by Matthew Barnett tells such a story, about a broken man named Barry. Barry had an abusive childhood. He had been locked away in at attic until he was seven years old, having his food...
2021-02-0303 min
Purpose For Your Life[Podcast] Not Shaken By The StormThese days, many of the conversations around me center on questions about Covid. What are the numbers for today? What phase are we in? What about school and work? What about..? What if ….? I don’t know about you, but those conversations make me feel like I’m on a little, storm-tossed boat and the circumstances are going to be the end of me. Would you rather read? The content is below: Even though God has said He will never let us be shaken, it’s so hard to cast our cares on the Lord...
2020-10-1402 minPurpose For Your Life[Podcast] DifferentHave you heard of Jessica Cox, the world's first licensed armless pilot, as well as the first armless black-belt in the American Taekwondo Association. Prefer to read? The text continues below: Jessica was born in 1983 and due to a rare birth defect, she was born without arms. In spite of that, Jessica flies airplanes, drives cars, and otherwise lives a normal life using her feet as others use their hands. Jessica’s mother often said, “There are no limits to what you can do and who you can be.” Jessica was enrolled in the pub...
2020-07-3004 minPurpose For Your Life[Podcast] When the Banks ClosedI'm reading a book about the Depression called 'We Had Everything But Money'. One chapter is titled 'When the Banks Closed, Our Hearts Opened'. Even though the hard times our world is experiencing right now are different from those of the depression, there are a lot of lessons we can learn from the courage and endurance of the people in those days. Prefer to Read? Content continues below: Hard times forced many to sell apples on street corners to support their families. Those who still had jobs did their part to help by buying the p...
2020-07-2204 minPurpose For Your Life[Podcast] Victory Over Fear60 years after the war ended, two old men emerged from the dense jungle of a Philippine island and declared they were soldiers. What does that have to do with us today? Prefer to read? The text is below: The Japanese men, both in their 80s, said they had been hiding on the island after being involved in fierce battles with U.S. forces. The soldiers had remained in the jungle and mountains since then, unaware that the war had ended 60 years before, and afraid that they would be charged with desertion if they w...
2020-07-0803 minPurpose For Your Life[Podcast] Climb the Mountains In Your WayI do a lot of reading and gathering stories, and I’m afraid that this time I forgot to write down the original source so I can give proper credit. This story has two parts and I’ll finish off with one of my own. Prefer to read? Here ya go: While a man was driving down a country road, he lost control of his car and wound up in the ditch. He walked to the closest farmhouse and asked for help pulling the car out. The farmer agreed to hitch up his old mule Dusty...
2020-06-2404 minPurpose For Your LifeRemember The DuckThe following story about the duck comes from the book “Will Daylight Come” by Richard Hoefler. It goes like this: Prefer to read? A little boy visiting his grandparents was given his first slingshot. Johnny practiced in the woods, but he could never hit his target. As he came back to Grandma’s backyard he spied her pet duck. On an impulse, he took aim with his slingshot and let fly. The stone hit the duck and it fell dead. The boy panicked. Desperately he hid the dead duck in the woodpile, only to look up and...
2020-06-1103 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Mouse TrapHave you ever heard the story of The Mouse Trap ( author unknown)? It goes like this, with my thoughts added afterwards: Prefer to Read? A mouse looked through the crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" the mouse wondered. He was devastated to discover it was a mousetrap. Retreating to the farmyard, the mouse proclaimed the warning: "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!" The chicken clucked and scratched, raised her head a...
2020-06-0304 minPurpose For Your LifeFacing Fear Because He LivesFear is a very present part of our lives at one time or another and can't be avoided. But how we deal with fear can make all the difference. Wishing you peace and joy in spite of everything going on around us, Carol
2020-04-2202 minPurpose For Your LifeGood Friday Wish and the Black DotOn this Good Friday, my hope is that you will take your eyes off the black dot, no matter how big it may seem and appreciate the reason this is called Good Friday. Prefer to read? Most of the content is below: The Black Dot – Author Unknown One day, a professor entered his classroom and asked his students to prepare for a surprise test. They all waited anxiously at their desks for the exam to begin. The professor handed out the exams with the text facing down, as usual. Once he han...
2020-04-1005 minPurpose For Your LifeBut God Has PromisedThese days I think we all need a little encouragement. On this podcast I mention how I start my mornings to add some positivity to my life and I mention a hymn that has helped me many times. The words for it are written below. God hath not promised skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways all our lives through; God hath not promised sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, peace without pain. But God hath promised strength for the day, Rest for the labor, light for the way, Grace for the...
2020-03-2903 minPurpose For Your LifeContentmentThese days it’s cold and dreary here in Southern Ontario, Canada and I’m wishing I were somewhere else. It reminded me of something I read in a book called "Calm My Anxious Heart" by Linda Dillow It goes like this: Prefer to read the content? “It was spring but it was summer I wanted; the warm days and the great outdoors. It was summer but it was autumn I wanted; the colourful leaves and the cool dry air. It was autumn but it was winter I wanted; the be...
2020-03-2303 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Little BirdHave you heard the story of the little bird before? Here are my thoughts on it and our reactions to the things that happen in our lives, especially now, as we make choices about the ways we respond to our circumstances. Prefer to Read? The podcast content continues below: A little bird was flying south for the winter. He got so cold that he froze up and fell to the ground in a large field. While he was lying there, a cow came by and dropped manure on the little bird. As he lay there in...
2020-03-2304 minPurpose For Your LifeYour Philosophy of LifeOften we hear things repeated, or we read about them online and we take it for granted that whatever it is must be true. But in this age of rampant false information, we need to take the extra time to check our facts. Prefer to Read the Rest of the Content? For instance, I found a quiz that I thought would be good for this podcast. In many places online it's mentioned as the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip. But before blindly following and repeating what many say is...
2020-02-1904 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Power of Our ThoughtsHave you ever considered how much the things we think about affect our lives, either positively or negatively? Prefer to read the rest of the content? Famed physician Ben Carson had an uncontrolled temper as a young man, to the point that he almost hit his mother. Ben did hit a boy in the hallway at school and another time threw a rock at a boy and broke his glasses. Every time he told himself that he didn’t mean to hurt anyone and could control his temper. Finally, he got angry with hi...
2020-02-0604 minPurpose For Your LifeOne Day At a TimeA few weeks ago I turned 71 and now find myself much more reflective than ever before. Where has the time gone? Did I waste it or use it wisely? Do I even remember how I spent all those years that are now behind me? Prefer to read the rest of the content? Sometimes there’s regret for things I didn’t do when I had the chance or things I’ve done that I wish I hadn’t. But I can’t change the past and I don’t want to waste whatever time I have left da...
2020-01-3102 minPurpose For Your LifeLessons From the BirdsHave you noticed how much we can learn from birds? In this episode of Purpose For Your Life, we can learn some lessons from ducks and geese and how they take care of one another. Then we look at eagles and some of the many times eagles are mentioned in the Bible and why. I hope when you finish listening to the podcast you'll agree with me that if God cares for the birds the way he does, we can be sure that He loves and cares for us so much more! Like Luke 12:6-7 "Are not...
2019-10-0903 minPurpose For Your LifePerseverance In the Face of DefeatHi there, I finally got around to creating another podcast. I think I need to take some lessons in perseverance myself. I hope you enjoy this week's story of Richard Montañez, and his journey from poverty to success. Do you have your own success story? It may not be as drastic of a life journey as some may have had but that does not mean that it is any less valuable or worthy. We all have our own life lessons to learn and our own purpose in life. And we are all here to share and he...
2019-08-0806 min
Katie Piper's Extraordinary PeopleKris Hallenga is extraordinary! ...in partnership with AXA PPP healthcareKris Hallenga was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer when she was just 23 years old. Within a few months following her diagnosis, she founded CoppaFeel! the breast cancer charity, to raise awareness, especially for young people, about the disease. Through her ingenuity and perseverance Kris has saved lives through CoppaFeel! She speaks openly about living with cancer over the last 10 years. Katie then talks with Carol Bremner, a dedicated nurse advisor in AXA PPP healthcare’s cancer care team, about how they can help and support people with breast cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
2019-06-2836 minPurpose For Your LifeImagine the Possibilities With TechnologyI get so excited by all of the possibilities that technology offers, especially for people who may feel at a disadvantage because of their health, background, or age. I had the chance to talk about that at the LEAP online summit where I was interviewed and wanted to share part of it with you. Scroll down to listen. And this is the quote from Steve Ballmer: "The number one benefit of information technology is that it empowers people to do what they want to do. It lets people be creative. It lets people be productive. It lets people learn things they didn't think they could learn before, and so in a sens...
2019-05-1713 minPurpose For Your LifeWhen Technology Is a BlessingHave you ever thought of technology as a blessing? There are times it is, as you'll hear in this short podcast episode. What is your favorite piece of technology? Why? Do you have any exciting or funny experiences you could share with us about dealing with technology? Just comment below so we can enjoy your memory along with you. Carol Your Chief Encourager
2019-05-0705 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Stolen VanThis week's podcast talks about the fact that we often see only the immediate situation, but God's thoughts and planning for us, embrace eternity. The story of the stolen van is one I read in a book called "Voices of the Faithful" by Beth Moore. I hope it encourages you, no matter what your present view appears to be. Carol
2019-04-2203 min
Purpose For Your LifeFeeling Unmotivated?This time of year can be hard for a lot of people. Too much rain, not warm enough, not enough sun. At least in my part of Canada, that's the case. So I created a quick little podcast about what we can do when we feel unmotivated. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Carol
2019-04-1602 minPurpose For Your LifeVolunteering Benefits YouWhat happens when we take our eyes off of ourselves and our aches and pains and start to look at the needs of those around us. You will grow and change in the process. If you prefer, you can watch the video by clicking here. Have a great day, Carol
2019-02-2604 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Sun Does ShinePodcast Episode Highlights: The Sun Does Shine is the true story of Anthony Ray Hinton, convicted of murders he did not commit and sentenced to die. Ray spent almost thirty years on Death Row until finally being found innocent and released in 2015. His story is one of endurance and faith in the midst of a terrible situation; of his decision to make a home where he was instead of wishing he were somewhere else. In this podcast, I talk about some of the key points I noticed.
2019-02-1906 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Power of PerseveranceThese are the notes from today's podcast: Perseverance Quiz – Who are these people based on the hints about them? Listen to the podcast to find out who they are. 1. ? Too short and clumsy to play basketball ? Cut from the varsity basketball team ? Missed more than 9,000 shots and lost almost 300 games ? Considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time 2. ? Was a shy, timid teenager ? His drawings were rejected by his high school yearbook ? Is now considered on of the most influential cartoonists of all time...
2018-09-1805 minPurpose For Your LifeThe Legacy We LeaveHave you ever thought about what people will say when the day arrives that you leave this earth? My mother passed away exactly one month ago now and it made me consider again this quote by Lin Yutang: "Belief in our mortality, the sense that we are eventually going to crack up and be extinguished like the flame of a candle, I say, is a gloriously fine thing. It makes us sober; it makes us a little sad; and many of us it makes poetic. But above all, it makes it possible for us to make up...
2018-06-0704 minPurpose For Your LifeBroken Strings and Second ChancesNotes From the Podcast episode: Excerpt from ‘Come Away My Beloved’ daily devotional: “Will you be like an instrument with broken strings from which the musician can bring forth no music?” The important thing isn’t that we stay so strong that we never break How do we react when we feel broken? How would a rare violin be treated? Why we are like that violin and how should we respond? Second Chances First of all, thank you to those of you I know have been praying that I find my direction going forward. The path gets a littl...
2018-03-0701 minPurpose For Your LifeBlessings From Your PastDownload the episode here Notes from this episode: Have you had a dream for your future that you think is lost because of things that have happened in your life? Story of Moses: born to an Israelite family, raised by Pharaoh’s daughter in the palace as her son. at 40 years old, lost his temper and killed an Egyptian guard ran away to the desert to live became a shepherd at 80 years old, God told him to go to Egypt and tell Pharaoh to let God’s people go Israelites finally freed then Moses job to lead them through the wild...
2017-06-2103 minPurpose For Your LifeWho CaresNotes from this podcast episode: Portion from 'The Finishing Touch' by Charles Swindoll, called 'Who Cares'. Tells the story of a derelict who was found on the streets and later died The surprising name of who that drunken bum really was. I won't spoil it for you, you'll have to listen to the podcast The story reminded Mr Swindoll of a poem about stooping down and restoring a lost soul's glimmer of hope. Deep within many a forgotten life is a scrap of hope trying hard to return. Because of my volunteering at the homeless shelter and the women's prison...
2017-06-0505 minPurpose For Your LifeBright, Shiny ObjectsSorry that this Monday Motivation is going out on Tuesday. I spent the day with visiting family yesterday and was too tired to turn my computer on when I got home. Notes From This Episode: What are bright, shiny objects? My experience with them and all my excuses Intentions are not enough How I'm trying to focus and deal with those distractions Have a great week and enjoy your family, Carol
2017-05-3002 minPurpose For Your LifeLessons From the Ditchdigger's DaughtersDownload the episode here Notes From This Episode: My motivation for today is from a book that was later made into a movie. In 1950s, father was a ditchdigger and mother a cleaning lady and they had six daughters. He wanted them to have a good education and a better life. Believed always something more to strive for - if you think you've made it, you lose it. Choose your rabbits and chase after them, see what others have done to be successful - my experience with chasing a rabbit. Working hard is a law like the law of gravity...
2017-05-2204 minPurpose For Your LifeFinding Your Potential Download the episode here Show Notes From This Episode: Get out of your comfort zone because people need what you know. Take a big sheet of paper and list the following: All the things, large or small, that you know how to do. They might be easy for you, but not for everyone. All the experiences you have. All the things you are often asked to do. All the things people think you are good at. I mention a lot of examples of experiences and skills you may have to get...
2017-05-1505 minPurpose For Your LifeBenefit of ChangeNotes from this episode: If you're feeling under the weather, you need to take time off and rest, but it might be hard to get motivated again. This is how I got away from the computer, did something new, and changed my environment. If you're stuck and not sure how to get going again, try a different routine and see if it helps. Enjoying life, Carol
2017-05-0901 minPurpose For Your LifeNo More ExcusesNotes about this episode: Too old, too tired, physical problems - all those excuses we give ourselves. Take some inspiration from Aaron (Wheelz) Fotheringham and click on the video at the top of his page http://www.aaronfotheringham.com/ (You'll see some photos at the top and one of them is the video.) Born with spina bifida and confined to a wheelchair at 3 years old. Aaron is one of many people who refused to allow excuses. When you find yourself ready to give up, instead fill yourself up with these kinds of stories of achieving in spite of. Take care...
2017-05-0101 minPurpose For Your LifeGaining Clarity ExerciseDownload the episode here Notes from this episode: Brain Fitness Expert Tip - An easy exercise that does something to the connectors in your brain. It wakes up your brain, helps listening and makes you better able to focus. Start at the top of your ears and knead them gently from top to bottom, both ears at the same time, and it works on both sides of your brain. It really worked to give me clarity about a problem I had to figure out. Have a great day and keep learning, Carol
2017-04-2401 minPurpose For Your LifeNever Too Old and Never Too LateNotes from this episode: Quote from Antoine de Saint Exupery and why it made me sad when I first heard it. don't let the clay harden, waken the potential that you were given in the beginning take a risk and get out of your comfort zone the regret of a 90 year old What have you been putting off? Why not get started? Make this a great week, Carol P.S. Sorry about the rough beginning of this audio, but I need to get it out before the day is over.
2017-04-1802 minPurpose For Your LifeFocus On The Good ThingsNotes from today's episode: Who do you hang out with? The kind of companions you have will influence you. Negative people will rub off on you. Philippians 4:8 encourages us to think about whatever is true, honorable, just, commendable, and excellent. When we worry, we lose our focus. By thinking about the good and positive things, it will keep us going in the right direction rather than focusing on the what ifs, the negative things. Have a wonderful Easter and enjoy all the good in your life, Carol
2017-04-1002 minPurpose For Your LifeWe Can't Do It AloneNotes from today's episode: As well as goals we need accountability and people to encourage us to keep going Ecclesiastes 4: 9 and 10: "Two can accomplish more than twice as much as one ...." what another person can do for us why we get in trouble when we try to go it alone we need each other Wishing you purpose and encouragement for your week, Carol
2017-04-0300 minPurpose For Your LifeIce Water and HopeNotes from this episode: story from the book 'When Your Past Is Hurting Your Present' by Sue Augustine experiment done with two groups of people who had to hold their hands in ice water for three minutes results for the group that had hope they could make it Encouraging you to live the life you were meant to, Carol
2017-03-2702 minPurpose For Your LifeOur Controlling Thoughts Download the episode here Notes About the Episode: why you need to be careful about what you think a basketball experiment and the results of visualization
2017-03-2005 minPurpose For Your LifeDealing With Negative CommentsPoints covered in this episode: why I haven't been doing videos as much how the comments and actions of others can affect us my experience on the registration desk of a social media event regardless of age you have a lot to offer don't listen to what other people have to say, do what you've been given to do you are great Have a great week and be the best you can be, Carol
2017-03-1302 minPurpose For Your LifeKnowing Too MuchShow Notes: story of a man in Bangladesh who helps women start their own businesses why he doesn't teach them how the perils of knowing too much his one requirement - self-confidence and a team 98% of the women pay back the loans get going gather a support group Have a great week and be the best you can be, Carol
2017-03-0702 minPurpose For Your LifeSuccess In Spite of Challenging BeginningsShow Notes: To be successful, do you need to have money, intelligence, connections, everything going for you? Read biographies and that is not the case In 1966, this man dropped out of school because of a learning disability Then started a student magazine and sold advertising Four years later started selling records to his subscribers Opened a store, then a recording studio and his own record label Over the next decade his record label became very successful and he started more companies Today over 400 companies under his direction - you'll have to listen to the podcast to find out who this...
2017-02-2702 minPurpose For Your LifeBe Thankful Download the episode here Show Notes: Reading of I Thessalonians. 5:18a Give thanks in all circumstances because you can't be negative and be thankful at the same time. The experiences of my husband and I when we volunteer at the local homeless shelter and the thankfulness of an elderly man. Have a wonderful week, Carol
2017-02-2001 minPurpose For Your LifeRecognizing Your Abilities Download the episode here Reading my Bible in the morning and singing a bit helps me to have a more positive start to my day. Consider this verse: Romans 12:6 says "God has given each of us the ability to do certain things well." We don't realize that and think everyone can do those things, but that's not true. Make a list of all the things you can do well. Don't ever feel you have nothing to offer. Others need exactly what you have! Have a wonderful new day, Carol
2017-02-1301 minPurpose For Your LifeMost Richly Blessed Download the episode here Welcome to my new podcast! I'm planning to release a new episode every Monday. Below are the show notes. I hope you enjoy this new feature. Most Richly Blessed I asked God for strength, that I might achieve. I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked for health, that I might do greater things. I was given infirmity, that I might do better things. I asked for riches, that I might be happy. I...
2017-02-0602 min