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Morning Mix with Alan CorcoranMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranIreland’s Cocaine Crisis: Inside the Rise of AddictionEmma Kavanagh, Head of Clinical Services at the Rutland Centre, joins us to unpack the latest report showing a surge in cocaine addiction across Ireland — including a sharp rise in the number of women seeking help. She also sheds light on the growing complexity of multi-addiction cases and what’s needed to support those in recovery.2025-08-0110 minRadio OldieRadio OldieEmma, the Duchess of Rutland, in conversation with Charlotte MetcalfEmma, the Duchess of Rutland, has lived at Belvoir Castle for nearly 25 years, transforming it into a going commercial concern and a comfortable home for her five children. On the eve of her oldest daughter’s wedding, she talks to Charlotte Metcalf about her book, The Accidental Duchess, her podcast and her sense of duty and commitment to keeping Belvoir a thriving concern for the next generation. 2025-06-2334 min2FM Morning with Laura Fox2FM Morning with Laura FoxEmma Kavanagh - Gambling AddictionLaura chats to Emma Kavanagh, Head of Clinical Services at the Rutland Centre about Gambling Addiction2025-05-2018 minMidlands Murder FilesMidlands Murder FilesSeries 2 Episode 5 - Emma Wolfenden (Oakham, Rutland, 2021)In this episode, we delve into the harrowing case of 37-year-old Emma Wolfenden from Oakham. A vicious attack left her fighting for survival, and despite her incredible strength, tragedy struck once more. Join us as we uncover the disturbing details of this case and explore the impact on Emma and her family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-1025 minBunny in the Garden with...Bunny in the Garden with...31: Emma, Duchess of RutlandBunny chats to Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland, Emma, in her gardens at Belvoir Castle.  Emma talks about her life and gardens, including how she won a scholarship to the Guildhall School of Music to study opera singing, before changing direction and training as a land agent.   Emma has completed many ambitious projects at Belvoir, including recreating the Capability Brown scheme for Belvoir Castle which was Brown’s final scheme, plus creating The Engine Yard, a retail village next to the castle, complete with a small hotel. Emma also explains how she has managed to boun...2024-07-2651 minVermont Catch-up (Ketchup)Vermont Catch-up (Ketchup)183: Eclipse - Oh No!, Middle Finger Epitaph, and Coin Drop IdeasLet us know what you think - text the show!On this week’s show:Should we introduce the show to any out-of-towners?Happy International Plan Your Epitaph DayIts manure season!VT state troopers discipline reportBanyai video…hahahahhaIts too expensive to be a legislatorMaple producers boil down how the sugaring season fared (wcax.com)Cheese & Wine Traders closes suddenly VT Flannel buys VT Teddy Bear CoUpon taking office, Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak pledges to Montpelier to get a replacement post office nearly a year after floods left it wSneak preview of South Burlington’s Hillside...2024-04-062h 40Vermont Catch-up (Ketchup)Vermont Catch-up (Ketchup)179: Fifty Years to Live, Spider Friends, and Good Old Fashioned Police WorkLet us know what you think - text the show!On this week’s show:Happy National Cereal DayNikki Haley wins VermontNew lady mayor - Emma Mulvaney-StanakWinooski votes to approve its share of bridgeVoters reject some school budgetsNew bill to ban guns at pollsWarmest winter on recordBiden approves flood recoveryGolfing weatherCan UVM grad students afford housing? State of towns allowing weed sales (50:56) Break music: Shore Rites - "And Over. "https://shorerites.bandcamp.com/track/and-over-2 VT is getting oldBerlin wants its own zip codeRutland Town...2024-03-092h 05Rachel Johnson\'s Difficult WomenRachel Johnson's Difficult WomenThe Duchess of Rutland and her ghostly mentor..."Even now I can feel her, she is right here with me in this room" This week's difficult woman is Her Grace, Emma, The Duchess of Rutland. A farmers daughter turned nobility this enterprising aristocrat has dragged Belvoir Castle into the 21st century and flung open her doors to the public. But it doesn't end there... an ardent spiritualist, Emma uses her natural gift to heal people with Reiki. All under the watchful tutorage of her ghostly companion The Fifth Duchess of Rutland.2024-01-2936 minThe Country House PodcastThe Country House PodcastThe Duchess of Rutland: Christmas at Belvoir Castle | The Country House Podcast 05We're joined for this special Christmas episode by The Duchess of Rutland, Emma Manners, who explains the experience of running an estate at Christmas time. Belvoir Castle has teamed with Charlotte Lloyd-Webber to bring the theme of the '12 Days of Christmas' for visitors to enjoy.2023-12-1933 minTea With TwiggyTea With Twiggy#91 - Emma Manners, Duchess of RutlandEmma Manners, Duchess of Rutland is an extraordinary lady who lives in Belvoir Castle in the Midlands.Twiggy the Duchess discuss how one's life can seem ordinary when living it but becomes extraordinary when viewed from outside.Emma shares her childhood memories growing up on a farm in Wales during 1963. It was a mixed farm with chickens, crops and cattle.The family also ran a bed & breakfast business where young Emma would interact with guests and take their breakfast orders.2023-12-0751 minOpen4Business from NLive RadioOpen4Business from NLive RadioEmma Rose - Landlady of The Coach House Inn & The Royal OakEntrepreneur Emma Rose, landlady of The Coach House Inn and The Royal Oak in Rutland, talks about the transition from teaching business in a university to doing it and how her business philosophy guides her in creating welcoming community inns. See https://www.thecoachhouseinn.co.uk/ and https://www.royaloakduddington.com/  2023-11-2720 minHouse Guest by Country & Town House | Interior Designer InterviewsHouse Guest by Country & Town House | Interior Designer InterviewsToday's House Guest is the Duchess of RutlandToday we're revisiting a chat with Emma Manners, the Duchess of Rutland, who lives in one of Britain’s most magnificent stately homes: Belvoir Castle. The Duchess chats to Carole about her journey from running around on a Welsh farm as a child to running a 200-room stately home when she married the 11th Duke of Rutland 30 years ago. As a keen decorator, she gives an insight into how she stamped her personality onto the private areas of the house and how looking after fabrics and wallpapers in the State Rooms requires a delicate hand. 2023-06-3025 minDig It - Discussions on Gardening TopicsDig It - Discussions on Gardening TopicsFebruary '23 in the GardenIn this month’s Dig It podcast Peter Brown and Chris Day look at how the gradual change in seasons is beginning to affect what we plant, prune and plan ahead in our gardens.Thursday 2nd February Chasing Plants talk with Dr Chris Thorogood in Oxford, 7-8pm. Saturday 4th February, 10am-4pm. Our Graft & Grow Event at the Garden Centre with The Mid Shires Orchard Group and grafters Andy Howard and Steve Oram from PTESSaturday 4th February – Sunday 12th March  Houseplant Takeover at RHS Gardens, Wisley Thursday 16 February: Winter and Sno...2023-02-0148 minThe Deeper DigThe Deeper DigLeveling the funding field for small townsAs Vermont’s Legislature opened its 2023 session and Republican Gov. Phil Scott was inaugurated to his fourth term, one theme got an early spotlight in the Statehouse: Vermont’s urban-rural divide.Much of Vermont’s state population is concentrated in Chittenden County, clustered around the metropolitan center of Burlington, which is Vermont’s largest city with a population of nearly 45,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And while smaller cities offer smaller pockets of density — such as Montpelier, Middlebury, Rutland or Brattleboro — much of Vermont’s population is spread thin across the rural state.2023-01-1418 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 6: The Business of BelvoirEpisode Description:For our final episode of this very special series, the Duchess will be meeting with the CEO of Belvoir Castle, Emma Stenning, to discuss the business of Belvoir: past, present and future. In their conversation, the Duchess explains how historically a family like the Manners would have made their money, the Duchess reveals to Emma when she plans to retire, and we finally learn who has more staff - Belvoir or the Beckhams!Top Quotes:“I think of you [The Duchess of Rutland] as the artistic director of Belvoir. You have so...2022-12-2229 minThe Invisible GiftThe Invisible GiftDyslexia, hard work, and not fearing failure with Emma, 11th Duchess of RutlandEpisode Description:On today’s podcast, Andrew meets the custodian of Belvoir Castle - Emma, the Duchess of Rutland. For 30 years, Emma has revolutionised and grown the commercial side of one of Britain’s most historic Castles into a bustling and thriving business. Emma also has her own podcast, Duchess, and recently spoken about her experiences growing up with dyslexia.In this episode, the Duchess takes us back to her childhood growing up on a farm, and why those formative years steeled her for a life of custodianship. Andrew and the Duchess also discuss why dysl...2022-12-2152 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 5: Art, Heirlooms and InteriorsEpisode Description:This week on Duchess, our host meets Orlando Rock chairman of Christie's to talk about the art & heirlooms of Belvoir Castle. In their conversation, the Duchess learns about the fascinating history of the 'Grand Tour', Orlando explains the key to evaluating a piece of art’s value, and the Duchess asks Orlando what his favourite heirloom from Belvoir is.Later in the episode, the Duchess meets with Emma Burns and Philip Hooper: joint manager directors of historic British interior design house Sybil Colefax & John Fowler - to discuss the history of interior design at...2022-12-1539 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 4: Gardens & LegendsEpisode Description:This week on the podcast, the Duchess meets Belvoir's head gardener, Tom Webster, who walks us through the gorgeous gardens of Belvoir. During their conversation, the Duchess learns about Tom’s fascinating gardening philosophy, Tom explains how he brought back the old fragrance of Belvoir, and why roses are the way to a woman’s heart.Later in the episode, the Duchess meets one of the estate’s top tour guides to discuss the legends of Belvoir - where the Duchess learns about the most haunted rooms in the castle, why one must discou...2022-12-0836 minY Podlediad Dysgu CymraegY Podlediad Dysgu CymraegPodlediad Pigion y Dysgwyr Rhagfyr 6ed 2022Bore Cothi - Huw Williams 29.11 Ddechrau’r wythnos buodd Sian Cothi yn darlledu o’r Ffair Aeaf yn Llanelwedd. Dydd Mawrth cafodd gyfle i siarad ag un o filfeddygon yr Ŵyl sef Huw Williams o Dywyn, Meirionydd. Beth yn union yw gwaith y milfeddygon yn ystod y Ffair Aeaf? Dyma Huw yn esbonio... Ffair Aeaf Winter FairMilfeddygon VetsDarlledu BroadcastingHamddenol LeisurelyArchwilio To inspectAnhygoel IncredibleY cylch The ringBeirniad JudgeRhesymu’n gyhoeddus Outlining the reasons publiclyAr...2022-12-0613 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 3: The Role of Woman and Life as a DuchessEpisode Description:In this week’s episode, the Duchess meets Belvoir Castle’s archivist, Vicki Perry, to discuss the fascinating history of women at Belvoir Castle. In the show, Vicki will be sharing never before revealed letters and stories from the many extraordinary women who helped make Belvoir what it is today.Later in the show, the Duchess will then sit down with her daughter, Violet, to talk about what the life of a duchess is really like - past and present - and how this podcast came to be made!Top Quotes:2022-12-0147 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 2: Architecture & HistoryEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess will be meeting the Duke’s private secretary - Harvey Proctor - to discuss the architecture of Belvoir Castle, the history behind the four castles of Belvoir, and how the effects of a disastrous 19th century fire can still be seen today.Then later in the show, the Duchess will be joined by the Duke of Rutland to discuss the history of the Manners family, to learn where the Manners family truly came from, and to get an insight into the many notable figures that make up Belvoir's pa...2022-11-2446 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageBelvoir Special Ep. 1: Meet My MumEpisode Description:On the first episode of this new season, the Duchess sits down with her beloved mother, Roma, to discuss their family life in Wales, the Duchess explains how it prepared her for a life in custodianship and we learn what Roma’s family really thought about her daughter joining the aristocracy.Top Quotes:“The ethic of work and not the achievement of what it brings is whats important. Of course, nothing at Belvoir will ever be mine but the journey of making it successful is what brings me so much pleasure.” - Duch...2022-11-1739 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageSeason 4 TrailerThroughout the journey of this podcast, the Duchess of Rutland has met many extraordinary people, learned so much about the nature of custodianship, and has felt privileged to explore the the UK's finest private heritage.But now, the Duchess wants to share the story of her home with you - Belvoir Castle.In this next 6-part limited series, Her Grace will guide listeners through an exciting behind-the-scenes audio experience around her own home. Each episode will be a deep-dive on a different subject - from the chilling ghost stories, to the spellbinding gardens, and the...2022-11-1402 minGardeners\' CornerGardeners' CornerGardening on the set of The Crown, a banquet for birds and it’s time to bury some tulip bulbsNovember is the perfect time to plant tulip bulbs and that’s what Claire Woods is doing when David Maxwell visits her at Hillsborough Castle. Then it’s off to the RSPB’s Belfast Wow where Tim McCann has lots of tips on getting garden birds through the worst of winter. With the new season of The Crown due to start on Netflix, David chats to the Duchess of Rutland whose home and garden stands in for Windsor Castle in the series. Also on the programme, Emma McIlveen heads to Augher Central Primary School where the school garden has been t...2022-11-0556 minHouse Guest by Country & Town House | Interior Designer InterviewsHouse Guest by Country & Town House | Interior Designer InterviewsHow to decorate a castle, Carole Annett chats to the Duchess of RutlandEmma Manners the Duchess of Rutland lives in one of Britain’s most magnificent stately homes, Belvoir Castle. The Duchess chats to Carole about her journey from running around on a Welsh farm as a child to running a 200-room stately home when she married the 11th Duke of Rutland 30 years ago. As a keen decorator, she gives an insight into how she stamped her personality onto the private areas of the house and how looking after fabrics and wallpapers in the State Rooms requires a delicate hand. Belvoir Castle’s stand in as Windsor Castle in the upcoming season 5 of...2022-10-1425 minExplore The Next-Level Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!Explore The Next-Level Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer of...2022-09-1511h 23Journey Through Your Day With A Game-Changing Full Audiobook.Journey Through Your Day With A Game-Changing Full Audiobook.The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: Women Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 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'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer of her...2022-09-1511h 23Download Best Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenDownload Best Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenThe Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: Women Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer of...2022-09-1505 minDownload Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenDownload Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenThe Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: Women Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer of her...2022-09-1511h 23Get New Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureGet New Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureThe Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer...2022-09-1505 minFull Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsFull Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsThe Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 'The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother's footsteps to marry a farmer of...2022-09-1505 minExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsThe Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle by Duchess Of Rutland Emma MannersPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/592907to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Accidental Duchess: From Farmer's Daughter to Belvoir Castle Author: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Narrator: Duchess Of Rutland Emma Manners Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 15, 2022 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This audiobook is read by the author, Emma Manners, Duchess of Rutland. 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When Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future it was as the wife of a younger version of her father. But then she fell in love with Da...2022-09-1511h 23Feel A Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Feel A Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Think with Pinker: How to be a better critical thinker by Steven PinkerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/568205to listen full audiobooks. Title: Think with Pinker: How to be a better critical thinker Author: Steven Pinker Narrator: Elizabeth Loftus, Siddartha Mukherjee, Hannah Fry, Steven Pinker, Daniel Kahneman, Tim Harford, Various, Bill Gates Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 29 minutes Release date: July 21, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 1 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 1 of Total 1 Genres: Mental Health & Psychology Publisher's Summary: Steven Pinker's 12-part guide to thinking better 'A paean to human potential' The Telegraph Cognitive scientist Professor Steven Pinker has spent his life thinking about thinking, and now he wants us to join him...2022-07-215h 29Listen, Relax and Enjoy the Wonders of Full AudiobookListen, Relax and Enjoy the Wonders of Full AudiobookThink with Pinker: How to be a better critical thinker Audiobook by Steven PinkerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 568205 Title: Think with Pinker: How to be a better critical thinker Author: Steven Pinker Narrator: Bill Gates, Daniel Kahneman, Elizabeth Loftus, Hannah Fry, Siddartha Mukherjee, Steven Pinker, Tim Harford, Various Format: Unabridged Length: 05:29:34 Language: English Release date: 07-21-22 Publisher: Penguin Books LTD Genres: Non-Fiction, Psychology Summary: Steven Pinker's 12-part guide to thinking better 'A paean to human potential' The Telegraph Cognitive scientist Professor Steven Pinker has spent his life thinking about thinking, and now he wants us to join him. With the aid of his critical thinking...2022-07-215h 29Hidden HeritageHidden HeritageViscountess Gage of Firle PlaceEpisode Description:In this episode, The Duchess meets Viscountess Gage of Firle Place. Lady Gage share with us the incredible art collection at Firle, we learn about the eclectic female poet that became a central figure in Christian mysticism. Emma also talks to Lady Gage about why Firle Place is considered by many to be one of prettiest houses in the country.Top Quotes:“There’s an endless movement and evolution in the use of these homes. They defy the notions of permanence.” - Lady Gage“Prince Philip used to call Firle Pl...2022-06-1936 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageDuchess, the Jubilee SpecialEpisode Description:Welcome back to a very special episode of the Duchess podcast.The weekend of the 3rd of June has just passed and we enjoyed a wonderful weekend of platinum jubilee celebrations for our Queen Elizabeth II.So to celebrate Queen Elizabeth we have decided to have a special episode dedicated to her and the royal family.To start, we will have one of our favourite guests back on the podcast, Lady Derby of Knowsley Hall, who will share some of her own stories involving the royal family and her...2022-06-1045 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageParis Ackrill of Broughton HallEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess meets online with Paris Ackrill of Broughton Hall & Sanctuary. The Duchess talks to Paris about the trailblazing transformation she’s leading at the estate, we learn about the Victorian ‘wonder woman’ who lived at Broughton, and Emma discuss with Paris, some of the important sustainability projects they are developing on the estate.Top Quotes:“I really hope that we can be a lighthouse. A beacon of hope that shines out to anyone in need for people from all walks of life & backgrounds. That’s what I want Broug...2022-06-0540 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageAlice Kennard of Forde AbbeyEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess meets Alice Kennard of Forde Abbey. Alice describes the fascinating monastic history of Forde Abbey, and why it was so important in its time. We also hear from Alice about the beauty of her award winning gardens, and we learn all about the famous Mortlake tapestry that used to hang in the Abbey.Top Quotes:“I feel there is a pressure to produce that clinical visitor experience the National Trust do, which I’m determined not to do. Here, they do see the family working bits, they...2022-05-2941 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Inglewood of Hutton-in-the-ForestEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess meets Lady Inglewood of Hutton-In-The-Forest. In the episode, we learn about Hutton's incredible architecture, Lady Inglewood takes us through her exceptional gardening pedigree, and she also discusses with Emma the serendipitous origins of Hutton's world famous Potfest.Top Quotes:“Living in this house, and getting older yourself, you realise a hundred years isn’t very long. Time is a telescope.” - Lady Inglewood“To preserve this place for future generations you need to work with the building.” - Lady InglewoodAbout the Guest and...2022-05-2237 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageVirginia Grant of Kingston Bagpuize HouseEpisode Description:This week, the Duchess meets the brilliant Virginia Grant of Kingston Bagpuize House. In this episode, the Duchess learns about the perfect architectural symmetry of Kingston Bagpuize, we are taken on a tour through the rare fauna on the estate, and Virginia reveals what it’s really like to have Maggie Smith in your home.Top Quotes:“My guidance to future generations would be don’t ignore what your predecessors did. It’s so important you preserve the estates. It’s so important to realise you have this jewel and you must look...2022-05-1541 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageSarah Troughton of Blair CastleEpisode Description:In this episode of Duchess, Emma Rutland meets the wonderful Sarah Troughton, custodian of one of Scotland’s most enchanting stately homes - Blair Castle. In the episode, Sarah reveals how the Dukes of Atholl, who once called Blair their home, inherited the title of Lord of Mann - head of state of the Isle of Man. The Duchess is given the background on the Atholl Highlanders - Europe’s last private army, and we’re introduced to a former custodian who was not only the first female minister of state, but who also stood agains...2022-05-0838 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Marchioness Townshend of Raynham HallEpisode Description:On this exciting episode of Duchess, Emma meets the custodian of one of Britain’s greatest stately homes: The Marchioness Townshend of Raynham Hall. In this episode, we learn about the fascinating story of how the city of Sydney was named after a Townshend. The Duchess hears how Lord ‘Turnip’ Townshend ushered in an agricultural revolution at Raynham, and we are given the full story behind the world’s best known ghost photograph!Top Quotes:“You can not dictate the future of a home. All you can do is love it and look a...2022-05-0141 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageClaire Watson-Armstrong of Bamburgh CastleEpisode Description:Listen in as the Duchess meets Claire Watson-Armstrong of the magnificent Bamburgh Castle. In this epsiode, we learn why Bamburgh is considered one of the greatest archeological sites in Great Britain, we are introduced to the many ghosts that are said to still walk castle halls, and Claire explains why Bamburgh Castle has been a centre for innovation.Top Quotes:“I love the interiors of Bamburgh Castle. Bits of the castle are Norman, are victorian, are more modern. But its all a collection of different eras - a wonderful potpurri.” - Clai...2022-04-2438 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageCountess Bathurst of Cirencester ParkEpisode Description:In this episode, our host travels to Cirencester Park to meet the Countess Bathurst. In this episode, Lady Bathurst explains to the Duchess how the Earl Bathurst was instrumental in the Battle of Waterloo, the Duchess is introduced to the ‘tornado of a woman’ who called Cirencester home, and Lady Bathurst tells us about the amusing encounter between the late Henry, Earl Bathurst and Prince William.Top Quotes:“These estates, these houses, are a way of life. It’s not a job. They seep into your soul and into your being and they...2022-04-1739 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageWelcome to Duchess Season 3Welcome back to Season 3 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain & Ireland, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today.Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with...2022-04-1303 minpodcasts – Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Menpodcasts – Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-MenSix Teenagers in a VanArt by David Wynne. Wanna buy the original? Drop him a line! In which we return to Rutland, Vermont; Emma Frost faces her salad demons; Banshee is not even supposed to be here today; no one should ever have to drive in New York City; Fenris is both evil and obnoxious; and we’re still not over that one Senator Kelly action figure. X-PLAINED: How to help us help queer and trans youth Generation X #22 Generation X Annual 1996 Halloween with Generation X Stag Beetle Magazine X-casting Nicholas Cage Neurotica William Castle Roger Corman’s Poe adaptations Satu...2022-04-1148 minJay & Miles X-Plain the X-MenJay & Miles X-Plain the X-MenSix Teenagers in a VanIn which we return to Rutland, Vermont; Emma Frost faces her salad demons; Banshee is not even supposed to be here today; no one should ever have to drive in New York City; Fenris is both evil and obnoxious; and we’re still not over that one Senator Kelly action figure.2022-04-1148 minThink with PinkerThink with PinkerHeadlines and trendlinesThe media fills our minds with vivid images of rare events from plane crashes to terrorist attacks. In his guide to thinking better, Professor Steven Pinker explores how we can stop the news from distorting our understanding of the world. He’s joined by: James Harding a former editor of The Times and director of BBC News, and now the co-founder of Tortoise Media.Anna Rosling Rutland, co-founder and vice president of the Gap Minder Foundation and co-author with Hans and Ola Rosling of “Factfulness; Ten Reasons Why We're Wrong About the World and...2022-01-2728 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageDuchess, A Christmas Special from Belvoir CastleEpisode Description: On this very special festive episode of the podcast, our Duchess is joined by her daughter Eliza to speak about their historic home: Belvoir Castle. In the show, the Duchess reveals all about her own background, we learn about Belvoir’s ‘forbidden place’, the ladies discuss the chilling ghostly encounters they’ve had in their home, and we hear why it's so magical to spend Christmas in a castle. Top Quotes:"I've felt, from every woman I've met through making this podcast, such a great sense of passion and duty." - The Duches...2021-12-0142 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageCountess Spencer of Althorp HouseEpisode Description : In our final episode of season 2, the Duchess of Rutland meets Karen, Countess Spencer of the historic Althorp. In this episode, we are introduce to the many extraordinary women of the Spencer family. Lady Spencer regales us the some of the ghostly activity she and her family have experienced at Althorp, and Karen and the Duchess discuss their shared love of cows!Top Quotes:"It takes a long time to understand these houses. I think the danger in a place like this, is to come in and change things without taking t...2021-11-2540 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Northampton of Compton WynyatesEpisode Description: On this week’s episode, the Duchess of Rutland speaks with Lady Northampton who is a custodian of two historic homes: Compton Wynyates & Castle Ashby. In the show, the Duchess learns how one of Henry’s VIII’s closest confidants helped build the Spencer family line, Lady Northampton elaborates on why Compton Wynyates is such an architecturally unique place, and we are introduced to the unpublished female poet that was admired by Wordsworth and Sir Walter Scott. Top Quotes:"I'm very keen on creating a harmonious atmosphere in these incredible places. I like t...2021-11-1839 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageCatherine Fitzgerald of Glin CastleEpisode Description: On this week’s special episode, the Duchess of Rutland speaks to Catherine Fitzgerald of Glin Castle in Ireland. In the show, Catherine regales some of the wonderful and amusing legends associated with her family, we catch a glimpse of the ghosts of Glin, and Catherine opens about the unexpected nature of her custodianship. Top Quotes:"Glin Castle is part of an architectural golden period in Ireland. It was built when most of Georgian Dublin was built. There was a surge in building, decoration, and the arts. Glin is part of a mo...2021-11-1137 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageJulie Montagu of Mapperton House & GardensEpisode Description: This time on Duchess, our host the Duchess of Rutland meets with Julie Montagu online to talk about her historic home - Mapperton House & Gardens. In the episode, Julie details how the Montagu’s invented the sandwich, the Duchess is taken through Mapperton’s beautiful interiors, and the ladies discuss the exciting re-wilding projects that are being initiated on the estate.      Top Quotes:"David Attenborough said we must re-wild the world and, at Mapperton House with our re-wilding projects, we very much took that to heart. We decided to give this b...2021-11-0439 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageImogen Wyvill of Constable Burton Hall & GardenEpisode Description: In today’s show, the Duchess visits the beautiful Constable Burton Hall & Gardens to meet the current chatelaine, Imogen Wyvill. In the episode, Imogen introduces the Duchess to the chess grand master who courted Florence Nightingale, we learn about the Wyvill family’s important hand in the abolition of slavery, and the ladies discuss the famed and fabulous Tulip festival that is hosted at Constable Burton annually.Top Quotes:"Living in homes like these, you fall in love with them everyday through the eyes of your visitors." - Imogen Wyvill"Th...2021-10-2839 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Gerald of Carlton TowersEpisode Description: Today on the podcast, the Duchess travels to the magnificent Carlton Towers to meet Lady Gerald. In the show, Lady Gerald opens up about her daunting start to life in heritage, Lady Gerald explains how Carlton became ‘the greatest of all Victorian homes’, and the Duchess is introduced to Carlton’s ‘happy harp playing’ ghost!Top Quotes:"In heritage, there is a sense of duty and a sense of burden." - Duchess"I'm fearfully proud of being a custodian and whenever we leave I am desperate to come back." - Lady Gera...2021-10-2138 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Ailsa of Stonor ParkEpisode Description: In this week’s episode, the Duchess speaks to Lady Ailsa of the historic Stonor Park. In the episode, Lady Ailsa tells the Duchess about the mysterious story of Hollywood’s lost aviator, we get the backstory on Stonor Park’s mystical foundations, and the ladies discuss the estate’s fascinating history of Catholic martyrdom.    Top Quotes:"When living in these homes you do really reflect on how extraordinary it is to have this great tapestry of hundreds of years surrounding you." - Duchess"These homes aren't built for five people t...2021-10-1436 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Cara Willoughby of Birdsall HouseEpisode Description: In this week’s episode, the Duchess journeys to the beautiful Birdsall House to meet Lady Cara Willoughby. In the show, Lady Cara tells the Duchess about the incredible, swashbuckling life story of Britain’s most reckless naval officer, Lady Cara reveals how Jane Austen was influenced by Birdsall in her novels, and the ladies explore more ghostly-goings-on in heritage. Top Quotes:"Living in heritage you become extremely aware through portraits on the wall, and the history of the family, that you are a very small link in the chain and, theref...2021-10-0739 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Ashcombe of Sudeley CastleEpisode Description: This week on Duchess, the Duchess of Rutland travels to the historic Sudeley Castle & Gardens to meet Lady Ashcombe. In the show, Lady Ashcombe speaks candidly about the impact of the tragic loss of her husband so early into her life custodian, the Duchess gets a background on the castle’s immense royal history, and Lady Ashcombe describes the tales of ghostly monarchs that are said to walk Sudeley’s halls today. Top Quotes:"How many times have these grey suited individuals told you it isn't possible but the will of the ch...2021-09-3040 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageAlexandra Sitwell of Renishaw Hall & GardensEpisode Description: In today’s episode, the Duchess journeys to Renishaw Hall & Gardens to meet Alexandra Sitwell. In the show, the ladies discuss why Renishaw became known as ‘the ancestral home of the English eccentric’, Alexandra introduces us to the iconic literary trio that lived at Renishaw, and we are taken on a tour of the unforgettable gardens that surround the home today. Top Quotes:"These houses have a soul." - Alexandra"The borders of the gardens have the most beautiful flowers. The vistas remind you that you could be in Italy. T...2021-09-2338 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageCharlotte Brudenell of Deene ParkEpisode Description: In the first episode of Duchess season 2, the Duchess of Rutland travels to Deene Park in Northamptonshire to meet Charlotte Brudenell. In the show, Charlotte introduces the Duchess to the eccentric Earl that was immortalised by one of English poetry’s greatest works, the ladies discuss Deene Park’s incredible association to the Magna Carta, and Charlotte reveals the ‘saucy’ 19th century discovery that would have made many of the time blush.  Top Quotes: "The past is to cherish; the future is to relish." - Charlotte"The great thing about living...2021-09-1638 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageWelcome to Duchess Season 2Welcome back to Season 2 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today.Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with their...2021-09-1403 minThe Deeper DigThe Deeper DigCovid and the overdose crisisWhile the pandemic demanded the attention of the public last year, preliminary data shows that at least 157 Vermonters died in 2020 due to opioid-related overdoses — an average of about three people per week. That’s even more than the state lost to Covid. Advocates say that number is alarming. They also point out that the crisis has been worsening for years. Guests: Kyle Burditt (Turning Point Center of Rutland), Emma Cotton (VTDigger)2021-05-1621 minDiving InDiving In31: ParisOoh la la! – Virginia and Louise stroll along the boulevards of Paris old and young and also share a couple of recent reads.Email hello@divinginpodcast.comInstagram @diving_in_podcastVirginia’s Instagram @virginia_readsLouise’s Instagram @louise_cooks_and_readsSong ‘Diving In’ – original music and lyrics written and performed by Laura Adeline – https://linkt.ree/llauraadelinePodcast sound production and editing by Andy Maher.Graphics by Orla Larkin - create@werkshop.com.auBooksMy Best Friends Murder, Polly Phillips 2021, Simon & SchusterThe Champagne Wars, Fiona McIntosh, 2020A Paris Affair, Pip Drysdale, 2021, Simon & SchusterEmile Zola, La Fortu...2021-04-0853 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageCatherine Maxwell Stuart of Traquair HouseEpisode Description:On today’s episode, the Duchess meets the incredible Catherine Maxwell Stuart, the first Lady Laird of Traquair. Catherine and the Duchess speak at length about the royal history of Traquair, the tale behind the famous ‘closed gates’, we hear the stories of the other extraordinary women of Traquair, and Catherine educates the Duchess on the most important feature of a Scottish home: A watchtower. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.To...2021-04-0840 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageMartha Lytton-Cobbold of Knebworth HouseEpisode Description:Joining The Duchess on this latest episode is the wonderful Martha Lytton-Cobbold of Knebworth House. Martha and the Duchess enjoy an incredible conversation, discussing Knebworth’s historic ties to writers like Edward Buwler Lytton and Charles Dickens, we hear the incredible story of one of the nation’s greatest suffragettes, Martha elaborates on the challenges and importance of empowering women in heritage, and we hear amazing tales about the many the rock and roll luminaries that have performed on the iconic grounds. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wonde...2021-04-0141 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Duchess of Fife of Kinnaird CastleEpisode Description:In this episode, Emma Rutland meets another Duchess: Caroline, Duchess of Fife. Emma Rutland learns about the estate’s rebellious history, the magnificent art collection in the castle, and the many groundbreaking conservation projects developed on the estate. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“In these houses, we are only as able as the team around us. They are precious to you.” - Emma Rutland“R...2021-03-2536 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Duchess of Argyll of Inveraray CastleEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess meets the Duchess of Argyll, who invites us inside her fabulous home: the historic Inveraray Castle, situated on the banks of Loch Fyne in Scotland. We learn about the ghostly history the castle, and we hear the story of the iconic 20th century society beauty: Ethel Margaret Campbell. The Duchess of Argyll shares with us the fascinating history of the proud Campbell Clan, and we learn about the Duchess of Argyll's connection to Britain’s most treasured of chocolatiers.Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Ab...2021-03-1834 minBreak Out Culture With Ed Vaizey by Country and Town HouseBreak Out Culture With Ed Vaizey by Country and Town HouseEpisode #29 - A Grand Episode: Dan Snow at Blenheim Palace, the Duchess of Rutland on Ghosts, and Hugo Rittson Thomas on Wildflowers for the QueenSubscribe to our newsletters - www.countryandtownhouse.co.uk/newsletter Follow Country & Town House on Twitter Follow Country & Town House on Instagram LISTENER OFFER: Listeners receive a 15% discount : go to hugorittsonphotogaphy.com and apply the code ‘Breakout’ at checkout We’re tuning into: The Unkown Churchill : Dan Snow talking to Blenheim Palace historian Antonia Keaney Wednesday 17th March at 7.30 pm (free for Blenhaim Palace Annual Pass holders) virtual.blenheimpalace.com/virtual-tours We’re listening to: Duchess: the podcast by Emma, Du...2021-03-1432 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Countess of Devon of Powderham CastleEpisode Description:In this episode of Duchess, our host meets Hollywood actress and Countess of Devon, A.J. Devon. Lady Devon opens up about her career in Hollywood, and explains the difficulty of transitioning to running a historic home. The Duchess learns about the amazing history of Powderham, and we hear how Lady Devon is transforming the estate into a community space for wellness, health, and happiness. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.2021-03-1140 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Countess of Mansfield of Scone PalaceEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess talks to the Countess of Mansfield, of the historic Scone Palace in Scotland. Lady Mansfield and the Duchess enjoy a wonderful conversation, where we hear the moving story of one of Britain’s first black aristocrats. Listeners learn about the 'Stone of Destiny' and the role Scone played as the crowing site of Scottish King's, and Lady Mansfield explains the origins behind one of Scone’s great treasures: Marie Antoinette’s writing desk.  Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to...2021-03-0437 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageThe Countess of Derby of Knowsley HallEpisode Description:On this episode of Duchess, our hosts travels to meet the lovely Countess of Derby of the beautiful Knowsley Hall. Lady Derby speaks to the Duchess about the impressive lineage of the Stanley family, and Lady Derby explains some of the challenges she encountered when first arriving on the steps of Knowsley Hall. Emma Rutland learns about Knowsley's astounding connection to Shakespeare, we are given an insight into the Stanley's enthusiasm for equestrian sports, and we hear first hand accounts of the what it’s like to run an estate during a pandemic. Hav...2021-02-2537 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill of Blenheim PalaceEpisode Description:On the third episode of Duchess, our host sits down with Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill in the breathtaking Blenheim Palace. We hear the amazing story of how the Palace was built, and how one particular woman was fundamental to it’s construction. Emma Rutland hears about the Spencer-Churchill's distinguished lineage and Lady Henrietta’s memories of Sir Winston Churchill. We are taken on a tour of the incredible architecture & interiors of Blenheim, and we hear about sacrifices former custodians have made to keep the Palace going.  Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downto...2021-02-1838 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageLady Ingilby of Ripley CastleEpisode Description:In this episode, the Duchess travels to meet Lady Ingilby of the amazing Ripley Castle. Lady Ingilby takes the Duchess on a journey through Ripley’s fascinating history, and explains the history behind priest holes. We hear more chilling ghost stories, and the ladies discuss the sometimes isolating exclusivity of the ‘stately wives club.’  Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“Looking through history, you can’t underestim...2021-02-1142 minThe Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanThe Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanTabitha Moore on racial justice and bigotryWhen Tabitha Moore founded the Rutland chapter of the NAACP in 2016, she didn’t imagine that advocating for racial justice in her community would lead to its opposite: a torrent of bigotry and hate. Following threats and harassment directed at her children and herself, Moore, a sixth generation Vermonter, announced last year that she was stepping down as head of the NAACP chapter that she founded. Moore is not alone. VTDigger's Emma Cotton published an article this week detailing how three women of color, who are all community leaders in southern Vermont, are leaving their leadership positions follo...2021-02-0524 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageDemetra Lindsay of Hedingham CastleEPISODE DESCRIPTION: On this week’s episode, The Duchess meets Demetra Lindsay - custodian of the marvellous Hedingham Castle - Britain’s best preserved Norman keep. The Duchess learns about the history of Hedingham Castle, and hears a beautiful love story that challenged the social norms of it’s day, Demetra introduces us to some ghostly residents who continue to walk the halls of Hedingham, and we take a tour of the wonderful gardens. Enjoy.Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so...2021-02-0440 minHidden HeritageHidden HeritageWelcome to DuchessAs a young girl growing up in the idyllic Welsh countryside, Emma Rutland never could have imagined she would live a real life fairytale. Born Emma Watkins, she met the 11th Duke of Rutland and fell in love. The couple married and Emma became the Duchess of Rutland. This transformation would thrust her into the world of the aristocracy - living in one of Britain's most important homes, Belvoir Castle. The life of a Duchess was not just romance and glamour but also hard work and responsibility. Emma learned th...2021-01-2804 minLooks UnfamiliarLooks UnfamiliarLooks Unfamiliar Selection Box: "The Idea Of An Annual Eric Idle Christmas Special"Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.This time it's an all-star festive lineup of entertainment as Tim is joined by a series of guests to talk about television Christmas Specials that seem to have slipped under the radar despite featuring very big names or coming from very popular shows, featuring Darrell Maclaine on Rutland Weekend Television, Phil Catterall on Community, Ben Baker on Bernard And The Genie, Garreth Hirons on Futurama, Tim...2020-12-241h 30The Birth ActivistsThe Birth ActivistsS1 E15: AIMS - Working hard to make improvements to Maternity ServicesSam and I are joined by Verina, Emma and Maddie who all devote time to volunteering for the charity, AIMS (Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services) in varying ways and are passionate advocates for choice in and improvement of the UK's Maternity Services. Since the 1960s AIMS have campaigned tirelessly for improvements to the UK's maternity services, as well as supporting women and families directly through their helpline, and sharing information to pregnant people and health carers with their hugely informative books, Journal and website resources. AIMS works towards better births for all by...2020-10-3054 minVermont Catch-up (Ketchup)Vermont Catch-up (Ketchup)24: Non-confession Confessions, the Death of Fully Erect, and Good BodiesLet us know what you think - text the show!We start with some good news - Matt finally got unemployment, but what was the deal with the hold-up? Adam asks about supermarket produce section ethics. Glo is looking more globally for her Fully Erect invention. BTV calls racism a public health emergency and they set up a mural. That's nice, but how does it actually help people? Scott enacts police reform, but does it matter? Good news if you're looking for career advancement in the Rutland postal system (racism). I guess we are putting the homeless...2020-07-202h 24Big Cat ConversationsBig Cat ConversationsBCC EP:07 Middle England PantherwatchAn in-depth interview with Nigel Spencer reveals how he and his late father supported police follow-up work on big cat reports in Leicestershire & Rutland. Nigel recounts his own sighting of a puma in Essex and summarises key big cat incidents from Leicestershire including from farms, quarries, stables and gardens.  Our second guest Emma from Leicestershire explains how she is now extra-cautious when walking in the countryside after retreating from the scene of a panther consuming a rabbit or hare in fields close to her house. Words of the Week:  The Recorder Effect22 September 20192019-09-2251 minOpen CountryOpen CountryBelvoir Castle and its 'Capability' Brown LandscapeHelen Mark is in Leicestershire, to discover how the 'Capability' Brown plans for Belvoir castle have finally come to fruition. Lancelot 'Capability' Brown, regarded as one of the greatest landscape architects, laid out his vision for how the landscape around this ancestral home should look, back in the 18th century. Some work was undertaken, but then a fire destroyed Belvoir castle. It was assumed all the Brown maps were lost too and plans for restoring the landscape were forgotten. However, the current Duchess of Rutland, Emma Manners and her team found the lost 'Capability' Brown plans. They have just...2016-12-0124 minHow to Grab Audiobook in Fiction, Chick LitHow to Grab Audiobook in Fiction, Chick LitThe First Affair by Emma McLaughlin | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The First Affair Author: Emma McLaughlin, Nicola Kraus Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Genres: Fiction, Chick Lit Summary: I was 22 years old and only three weeks out of college. I thought my whole life was beginning.... Then he kissed me. Jamie McAlister has resigned herself to the fact that in this job market, her painfully expensive degree might only get her a position at Starbucks, when she suddenly lands a prestigious internship at the White House...2013-08-288h 29Explore Into A High-Impact Full Audiobook During Your Workout.Explore Into A High-Impact Full Audiobook During Your Workout.The First Affair: A Novel by Emma McLaughlin, Nicola KrausPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/199027to listen full audiobooks. Title: The First Affair: A Novel Author: Emma McLaughlin, Nicola Kraus Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 2 hours 58 minutes Release date: August 27, 2013 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: I was twenty-two years old and only three weeks out of college. I thought my whole life was beginning.… Then he kissed me.Jamie McAlister has resigned herself to the fact that in this job market, her painfully expensive degree might only get her a position at Starbucks, when she suddenly lands a prestigious internship at the White House. Although she doesn’t hi...2013-08-272h 58Get Legally New Releases of Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Chick LitGet Legally New Releases of Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Chick LitThe First Affair Audiobook by Emma McLaughlin, Nicola KrausListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The First Affair Subtitle: A Novel Author: Emma McLaughlin, Nicola Kraus Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Fiction, Chick Lit Publisher's Summary: I was 22 years old and only three weeks out of college. I thought my whole life was beginning.... Then he kissed me. Jamie McAlister has resigned herself to the fact that in this job market, her painfully expensive degree might only get her a position at Starbucks...2013-08-278h 29Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenThe First Affair: A Novel by Emma McLaughlin, Nicola KrausPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/199027 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The First Affair: A Novel Author: Emma McLaughlin, Nicola Kraus Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 2 hours 58 minutes Release date: August 27, 2013 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: I was twenty-two years old and only three weeks out of college. I thought my whole life was beginning.… Then he kissed me.Jamie McAlister has resigned herself to the fact that in this job market, her painfully expensive degree might only get her a position at Starbucks, when she suddenly lands a prestigious internship at the White House. Although she do...2013-08-2703 min