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The Global StoryPronatalism: Make America procreate again?Malcolm and Simone Collins hope to have 10 children to help avoid what they see as a pending demographic collapse. They tell Lucy Hockings that as pronatalists they want to promote the dangers of falling fertility rates and encourage other people to have more children.Whereas many people might see their lifestyle as extreme, pronatalism seems to be gaining support at the heart of the Trump administration. But some people worry that some pronatalist practices cross the line into eugenics and that the far right are also adopting the ideology. Our correspondent in Washington, Nomia Iqbal, helps us...2025-03-2729 min
AmericastAmericanswers... on 5 Live! Will the US leave NATO?American and Russian leaders will meet in Saudi Arabia this week to begin negotiations about a peace deal for Ukraine. Trump said on Sunday he could be meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin "very soon".Meanwhile, Ukrainian president Zelensky has said he has not been involved in the talks yet, and European leaders have also been left out. After Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said Ukraine should not join NATO, should other member states be worried?Marianna and Sarah join Matt Chorley to talk about the changing relationship between the US and NATO under the new Trump...2025-02-1735 min
Focus on AfricaDR Congo sentences over 100 to deathIn January this year DR Congo's Justice Minister Constant Mutamba said 127 people, aged between the ages of 18 and 35, had received the death sentence. Rights groups said that number was higher. The DRC government had announced it would resume executions in 2024 following a two-decade hiatus. Who are these men and why have they been sentenced to death?Also, why are global powers interested in the Seychelles, the smallest country in Africa?And we hear why, it really does take a village to raise a child!Presenter: Charles Gitonga
Technical Producer: Frank McWeeny
Producers: Yvette...2025-02-1131 minFocus on AfricaWill DR Congo ceasefire calls be heeded ?After a recent summit, leaders from east and southern Africa called for an immediate ceasefire to end the fighting in eastern DR Congo. Willing the warring parties listen?After a fire kills 16 children in Zamfara state, north western Nigeria, how can schools there be made safer?How will Sam Nujoma the first president of Namibia be remembered?Presenter: Charles Gitonga
Producers: Victor Sylver, Patricia Whitehorne, and Nyasha Michelle in London with Frenny Jowi in Nairobi.
Technical Producer: Frank McWeeny
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Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi2025-02-1031 minFocus on AfricaRare criticism for Zimbabwe's PresidentA group of prominent Zimbabwean war veterans, including a senior figure from the ruling Zanu PF party, have issued a rare rebuke against the country's president Emerson Mnangagwa. They've accused him of seeking to violate the country's constitution by pushing for a third term in office. What does this mean and how significant is this?Also, we return to the story of the Malawian women facing abuse as domestic workers in Oman.And who are the Lukurawa and why have they been designated a terrorist group? Presenter: Charles Gitonga
Producers: Nyasha Michelle in...2025-01-2835 min
Chudi's podcastWho is behind the border attack in Benin?Benin forces have suffered heavy losses in an attack which the military chief described as 'a heavy blow'. The assault happened at one of Benin's most well-equipped military positions. So who was behind the attack and what does it tell us about Benin's security preparedness?Also in the podcast, after São Tomé and Príncipe's president fired the prime minister accusing him of failing in his job, are political tensions on the verge of being ignited in the central African island nation?And why is the South African government not able to provide better reliable water and sanitation? We hea...2025-01-1027 minFocus on AfricaWho is behind the border attack in Benin?Benin forces have suffered heavy losses in an attack which the military chief described as 'a heavy blow'. The assault happened at one of Benin's most well-equipped military positions. So who was behind the attack and what does it tell us about Benin's security preparedness?Also in the podcast, after São Tomé and Príncipe's president fired the prime minister accusing him of failing in his job, are political tensions on the verge of being ignited in the central African island nation?And why is the South African government not able to provide better rel...2025-01-1027 minThe Global StoryHas Canada soured on immigration?A majority of Canadians say too many people are being allowed in the country, for the first time this century. Multiculturalism and the acceptance of newcomers are central to Canada’s national identity. But amidst record-breaking population growth, a cost of living crisis and a shortage of affordable housing, many Canadians have begun to question whether the country has the capacity to keep accepting hundreds of thousands of migrants each year.
On this episode Azadeh Moshiri is joined by the BBC’s Celia Hatton, who has travelled across Canada speaking to politicians, activists and asylum centre workers about the Cana...2025-01-0226 min
The Documentary PodcastGlobal Dancefloor: TbilisiFrank McWeeny heads to Georgia’s capital Tbilisi, to meet the underground music community leading protests against government clampdown on freedom of expression and civil society groups. How vital is dancing in a country going through the biggest political and social crisis of its generation? We hear from the city most important techno club Bassiani, militant radio station and event space Mutant Radio, and members of the nightlife scene.2024-09-1640 min
UkrainecastCould the West cross Putin's new red line?The former head of the CIA, General David Petraeus, tells Ukrainecast why he thinks President Putin is bluffing after he warned the West against allowing Ukraine to use long-range weapons to target Russia.
Lucy is in Washington DC where the UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, is meeting President Biden to discuss Ukraine. There are strong indications that they will agree to lift restrictions on Ukraine using such missiles against targets inside Russia. And James Waterhouse gives reaction on how the news is unfolding in Kyiv.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings.
The pr...2024-09-1329 min
NewscastIs Starmer Risking Escalation with Putin?Today, we discuss the Prime Minister’s visit to the White House to discuss the US and UK’s support for Ukraine. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said Russia had started the war in Ukraine and could end it "straight away”. Adam is joined by Chris Mason, who is in Washington with the Prime Minister ahead of his meeting with President Joe Biden.We also speak to Emily Thornberry, the new Chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee. In her first interview since becoming Chair, she speaks about how she plans to use her new role...2024-09-1342 minThe Documentary PodcastGlobal Dancefloor: TbilisiFrank McWeeny heads to Georgia’s capital Tbilisi, to meet the underground music community leading protests against government clampdown on freedom of expression and civil society groups. How vital is dancing in a country going through the biggest political and social crisis of its generation? We hear from the city most important techno club Bassiani, militant radio station and event space Mutant Radio, and members of the nightlife scene.Photo of Bassiani club main room, taken in 2019. Credit: Bassiani.2024-09-0240 min
Screen Drafts1994 mini-MEGA (with Drea Clark, Drew McWeeny, Billy Ray Brewton, & Frank Berman)This year marks the 30th anniversary of the films of 1994 and we are celebrating with some of our favorite guest GMs, Hall-of-Famer Drew McWeeny, Legend Billy Ray Brewton, and near-Legend Drea Clark, ranking the 13 best films released in that exceptional year! Joining them at the draft table are commissioners Clay and Ryan, and Booster Club Official Sponsor Frank Berman!2024-08-134h 50
Reliable Sauce with Kirsty and JonelleWhat ACTUALLY happened to Jay SlaterWe look at how a search for the missing teenager captured social media’s attention…
BBC reporter Jonny Humphries joins us from Tenerife where Jay Slater's body was discovered this week.
Plus, Kirsty welcomes Jordan Kenny to the Sauce studio - and he brings us up to speed with a crazy few days in US politics.
And, who next for the England manager’s job? Silly suggestions ONLY please.
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You can listen to the latest episode of Reliable Sauce anytime on your s...2024-07-1921 minAmericastJD Vance makes his VP pitch to AmericaOn day three of the Republican National Convention, it was the turn of JD Vance to pitch his story to the nation after being chosen as Donald Trump's vice presidential pick.He vowed to fight for forgotten Americans in a primetime speech that charted a difficult childhood in Ohio before joining the US Marines, Yale Law School and ultimately the US Senate.Elsewhere, it was another difficult day for Joe Biden. Before it was confirmed he had tested positive for Covid, the embattled president received another public call to step down, this time from top...2024-07-1823 min
NewscastElectioncast: How SUPER is a Supermajority?Today, in this podcast recorded live on Radio 4, we’re looking at warnings from Defence Secretary Grant Shapps about a big Labour majority. Adam, Paddy and Laura also look at Reform UK, which one poll put a point ahead of the Conservatives for the first time.Apply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighterYou can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by La...2024-06-1537 minUkrainecastQ&A with Fiona Hill: Where are the weapons Ukraine says it needs to fight Russia?Dr Fiona Hill joins Victoria and Vitaly to answer questions sent in by Ukrainecast listeners. She’s a former US national intelligence officer and a historian who’s written a book about Putin. They tackle topics about how momentum in the war has shifted, who might succeed Putin and what difference it will make letting Ukraine fire Western made weapons into some Russian territories. Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Bella Saltiel and Nick Holland. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The se...2024-05-3129 min
People Fixing the WorldRestoring California's underwater forestsOften described as underwater rainforests and the “lungs of the ocean”, kelp forests line as much as 25% of the world’s coastlines. They provide important shelter and food for fish and other marine life, and are vital for our oceans’ ecosystems. However kelp is under severe threat because of climate change, warming seas and overfishing. We look at projects in California aimed at stemming the decline of kelp including how scientists are growing it in a laboratory to be planted at sea as well as tackling a key cause of kelp degradation - sea urchins.Presenter: Myra Anubi
Pr...2024-04-3023 minThe Global StoryEbola virus: Are mass outbreaks history?A decade ago, the world's eyes were focused nervously on West Africa when Ebola ravaged the region. It left 11,000 people dead in its wake. Now the epidemic is over, does the threat of its return loom and what lessons did the world learn? Arrival of vaccines are a game changer – but new strains can still pose a challenge. The BBC’s Africa Correspondent Anne Soy tells Mark Lowen what horrors she saw on the ground when the region was struck. And Naomi Grimley, from the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change and former Global Health Correspondent at the...2024-04-2425 minThe Global StoryPope Francis: How 'woke' is he?Ever since he rose to the top of the Catholic Church in 2013, Pope Francis has had a reputation in international media as a moderniser. His forthright defence of the environment, and unprecedented outreach to members of the LGBT community, are examples of progressive positions which have caused friction with more conservative members of the faith. But a recent document released by the Vatican, headlined by its staunch opposition to gender reassignment and surrogacy, is now challenging that liberal image.So how should we define the Pope’s ideology? On this episode, Mark Lowen is joined by the BB...2024-04-2324 min
NewscastStark Climate Change Warning for GovernmentToday we look at the apologies made by the Met Police after threatening to arrest an anti-Semitism charity leader for being near a pro-Palestine march.Gideon Falter, the Campaign Against Antisemitism chief executive was told by police his presence was causing a "breach of peace", in a video posted online.Laura and Paddy speak to former Chief Inspector of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Zoe Billingham about policing protests and the pressures on the police.And Laura’s spoken to the outgoing Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee, Chris Stark who says Ri...2024-04-2029 minPeople Fixing the WorldThe power of musicWe all know about the power of music to change our mood or to make us move. But an increasing body of evidence is showing that music has an amazing ability to help us heal. In this programme we are going to meet people working at the cutting edge of music therapy. We find out about the innovative system that uses music to help people with dementia live at home for longer. We will see how using songs and rhythms is helping people with Parkinson’s move more freely. And in a refugee camp in Uganda we meet the te...2024-04-0222 min
NewscastEaster Egg-flation: Let’s unwrap itToday we look at the price of chocolate and why it has increased so much this year.Earlier this week the price of Cocoa hit $10000 per metric ton - the highest level ever. This is being felt in the price of Easter eggs, with some products going up in price by over 50%.Adam is joined by the BBC’s Faisal Islam alongside Professor Elizabeth Robinson, Director of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment and the Associate Director for Responsible Business at the Fairtrade Foundation, Anna Mann to explore what’s behind thes...2024-03-2827 minPeople Fixing the WorldGreener ways to feed the worldTransforming the global food system is vital in the fight against climate change. Currently, food production accounts for a third of all greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, the food system also fails to properly nourish billions of people worldwide.In this edition of People Fixing The World we’re looking at high and low tech solutions to transform the ways we produce and consume food to make it greener and more equitable.In London, we visit a startup company making cheese from genetically modified microbes rather than cattle, in a bid to make da...2024-03-2623 minScreen DraftsVIETNAM WAR mini-MEGA (with Drew McWeeny, Drea Clark, Billy Ray Brewton, & Frank Berman)Screen Drafts veterans Drew McWeeny, Drea Clark, and Billy Ray Brewton have been brought to the draft table by "Official Sponsor" Patron Frank Berman to rank the 11 best films ever made about the Vietnam War!2023-09-124h 57NewscastMcProblemsFast food chain workers speak out over sexual abuse claims. Adam is joined by employment correspondent Zoe Conway and business reporter Noor Nanji who reveal how young people in particular are impacted. We hear from Christine, a former worker who tells us about her own experiences.McDonald's said it would look into all reports of harassment, abuse or discrimination of any kind and that proven allegations would be met with "the most severe measures we can legally impose, up to and including dismissal".With three seats up for grabs in the House of Commons, Chris...2023-07-1934 minUkrainecastWhat happened on the Crimean bridge?We find out more about the bombing of the Kerch bridge between occupied Crimea and Russia. How much damage has been done and by whom? Olga Robinson from BBC Verify talks through the evidence.And is Vladimir Putin’s homophobia driving LGBT acceptance amongst Ukrainians? Mikhail Zygar, the Russian journalist, writer and film maker tells us why he hopes his own marriage will strike a blow for gay equality in Russia, while Ukrainian MP Inna Sovsun talks about passing a law to allow same-sex partnerships in Ukraine.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and...2023-07-1826 minNewscastHeat of the MomentWhy are temperatures soaring around the world?Amol Rajan comes on Newscast to talk about his new job as host of University Challenge and gives us his thoughts on the BBC presenter scandal after a week of allegations in the media.And the BBC’s Climate Editor, Justin Rowlatt, dials in from Spain to bring us the latest news from Europe’s heatwave. Eleni Myrivili, the United Nation’s Chief Heat Officer, joins him to discuss how societies must adapt to higher temperatures.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/ne...2023-07-1735 min
The Documentary PodcastGlobal dancefloor: SalvadorBrazil has one of the highest rates of trans and gender-diverse homicides in the world, and almost three-quarters of people killed each year are either black or mixed race. Many think the country's conservative and populist class explicitly targets Afro-Brazilians, whose voices are under-represented in politics and culture, despite making up more than half of the country's population. Frank McWeeny heads to Salvador to meet the queer and PoC collective Batekoo, who are changing perceptions by advocating for freedom of self-expression through music, dance, education and community politics.2023-05-2431 minThe Documentary PodcastGlobal dancefloor: BeirutFrank McWeeny heads to Beirut to meet the nightlife community behind the Grand Factory club, and explores how underground culture here survives even during chronic lack of opportunity. This scene is working tirelessly to remain active, while rebuilding both physically and psychologically. But how do you run a club in a country that is going through the worst economic and political crisis in its history?2023-05-2439 min
In the StudioCercle: Dance under a waterfallCercle is one of the most respected live-streaming platforms in dance music, broadcasting performances in breathtaking locations to tens of millions of viewers across the globe. From hot air balloons to mountain tops, waterfalls, world-heritage sites, and under the Northern Lights in the arctic circle. Part videographers and music curators, part adrenaline junkies, Cercle blend sound with mind-blowing images and aesthetic, creating audio-visual experiences in which viewers are immersed from start to finish. Broadcaster and DJ Frank McWeeny follows founder Derek Barbolla and his team of creatives for nine months, as they plan and broadcast a show under a...2022-06-2831 minUkrainecastThe shopping mallRussian missile strike hits a shopping centre in central-eastern Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky says that more than 1,000 people were inside. Vadym Yudenko lives in the city and tells us what he saw.
Diplomatic Editor, James Landale updates us on the G7 meeting in Germany where leaders have pledged their continuing support for Ukraine.
And we hear from the BBC’s Joel Gunter who has just returned from Saltivka, in Kharkiv, where he met residents still living in their bombed-out apartments.
Host Vitaly is joined by Kateryna Khinkulova from BBC World Service.
Today’s podcast was produced by Clare Williamson, Ivan...2022-06-2728 min
The Cultural FrontlineGirl bandsAs we say farewell to Ronnie Spector of '60s original "girl group" the Ronettes, and 25 years on from the Spice Girls’ 90s message of "girl power", we meet all-female bands striking a note for gender equality.Heavy metal in a hijab, the Indonesian Muslim metal band Voice of Baceprot, rocking out against traditional gender expectations.The all-girl group from Benin, Star Feminine Band, singing-out joyfully for girls’ right to school, not marriage.K-Pop superstars (G)I-dle - we talk to the non-Korean members finding friendship and fame in the South Korean music mach...2022-01-2927 min
Les DJs sets de Tsugi RadioGlobal Dancefloor avec Frank McWeenyC'était un de nos premiers résidents avec son émission French Toast, Frank McWeeny est de passage à Paris au retour des Trans Musicales avec plein de nouveaux sons housey comme toujours. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.2021-12-071h 59
Movie Trivia SchmoedownBrackets! Who Has The Tougher Road? | Schmoedown Rundown #260This week on the show Brad and Frank break down the Saul/Hanna and Miller/Del Rio matches. They also preview the McWeeny/Lieberman match and look at Friday night’s Throwdown event where Sneider/Ellison and Collins/JTE will take another step towards a Singles Title. Lastly, the brackets have been revealed for the Singles and Teams Tournament. The guys give their thoughts on who has the toughest road.
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A New Way of BeingEmbracing patience: Matt Little - Sir Andy Murray's coachThe importance of building strong foundations and not striving to reach your goal too quickly.Matt Little has coached Andy Murray for 15 years, and is the longest standing member of his entourage.He is a man who knows the importance of values, and of building strong foundations - rather than rushing to achieve success in the shortest time possible.It is about paying your dues and enjoying the journey - taking the time to smell the roses along the way - and not jumping steps in your quest to reach your goal.2021-07-051h 16Movie Trivia SchmoedownWho Has The Edge? Shazam or Korruption? | Schmoedown Rundown #251Brad and Frank this week are joined by The Finstock Exchange rookie, King Kan to discuss his latest win against Ben Goddard. The guys also break down the Del Rio/Moran match and preview the Barbarian/McWeeny Friday matchup. Also, on the show today a point of discussion centers around the Schmoedown Collision coming up at the end of July with Shazam set to defend their Team Championship against Korruption. So, the question is; who has the edge?
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...2021-07-021h 02The Cultural FrontlineMukoma Wa Ngugi: How music inspired my writingIn his new book Unbury Our Dead With Song, Kenyan-American author Mukoma Wa Ngugi celebrates Ethiopian musicians in exile in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, as they search for the perfect performance of the iconic song of their homeland, the Tizita. Sri Lankan Kanya D’Almeida has written a short story which is the Asia winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and in the running for the global prize announced at the end of June. Kanya shares her story I Cleaned The – and reveals how it addresses universal issues such as motherhood, class and how we deal with...2021-06-0527 minA New Way of BeingA philosophy of sport and reality: Rupert SpiraWhat the experience of flow in sport may reveal about the nature of realityOne theme that has arisen time and again on this podcast is the experience of flow: when we lose ourselves in whatever it is that we are doing.Several sportspeople have spoken about the experience of "me" not being there in such moments. But what is that "me" that seems to disappear?That’s a big question and here to help address it is Rupert Spira, a philosopher interested in the nature of reality, and the nature of consciousness....2021-05-102h 05
5 Years TimeEpisode 3: Frank McWeenyDarcy and Harry are pleased to welcome Frank McWeeny on this weeks episode. As an Audio Producer & Studio Director for the BBC, DJ, radio presenter on Whynow Radio and lecturer at Point Blank Music School, Frank keeps himself busy! In the episode Frank shares a candid insight into the hurdles he’s faced to find his way in an industry he had dreamed to be a part of for most of his life as well as describing some of the amazing moments that have made it all worth it.2021-05-1055 minA New Way of BeingSelf-awareness: Danny KerryReflecting on your strengths and weaknesses to grow as a person in sport, business and life.Kerry is one of Britain's best coaches, leading Team GB's women's hockey team to gold at the Rio Olympics in 2016. He's now leading GB's men to Tokyo 2021.Rio was Kerry's third Games as GB hockey coach. His first was at Beijing 2008, after which he endured a chastening post-Games debrief in which his methods were criticised.He used what was uncomfortable feedback to challenge himself and grow. Ultimately it enabled him to create not just a winning team...2021-05-031h 10
Soul Partizan Radio RoadshowPardy Sessions 002: Frank McWeenyAnother "Pardy" session at our spiritual home #Demezka. On this edition i invite my true friend and innovator, Producer Frank McWeeny. He takes us on a eclectic journey through bass innovated jazzy grooves, hypnotic breaks & beats, sultry disco vibes mixed with cold deep soulful house.
Music from: #saintgermain #yellowjacket #subosco #mojorising #sixfingerz & much more.....2021-03-031h 27The Cultural FrontlineCovid-19 and China’s changing club sceneHow coronavirus is changing the landscape of China’s underground electronic music scene. DJ and broadcaster Frank McWeeny speaks to leading DJs and promoters about the collaboration and creativity that is transforming China’s electronic music scene after lockdown. Inside the political battle between the pop star and the President that’s dividing Uganda. Journalist Patience Akumu on the political contest between seventy-six year old incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, and the man called the Ghetto President, the thirty-eight year old musician and performer Bobi Wine.The Venezuelan pop sensation Liana Malva on her new musical projec...2020-12-1227 minThe Cultural FrontlineIsabel Sandoval: Finding my place in filmA deftly woven tale of love and inequality for a Filipina transwoman living under the radar in New York. The director Isabel Sandoval talks to Tina Daheley about her new film, Lingua Franca, a personal and politically charged insight into racial discrimination and immigration in 21st-century America.The Brazilian rapper and musician Edgar speaks to the BBC's Frank McWeeny about a life of struggle and inequality in the favelas of Sao Paulo, and why he is making music that reflects politics and sexuality in Bolsonaro’s Brazil.Iranian poet and writer Golnoosh Noor discusses her ne...2020-04-2527 min
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio #99: Pinto guest mix & Eton Messy showcaseServing up another large slice of French Toast Radio. Your ears are in for a treat!
NYC-based DJ Pinto is on guest mix duties with a full bag of his signature jackin house & disco sounds. And local heroes Eton Messy showcase four cheeky dancefloor numbers from their record label.
And lots on the menu from me of course, global sounds old & new straight from my crate.
Bon appétit!2020-02-272h 51
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 098: Jay Carder guest mix + De La Groove Records (pt.1)Fresh slice of French Toast Radio coming up! Going in for a seriously long play to celebrate the new decade. Serving up groovy, bubbly, funky and soulful flavours from around the world for a few hours. Jay Carder is in the guest mix with a full crate of global sounds, navigating through house, breaks and percussion. We're also tucking in to French label De La Groove. Bon appétit!2020-01-231h 39
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 098: Jay Carder guest mix + De La Groove Records (pt.2)PART TWO2020-01-231h 55
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 098: Jay Carder guest mix + De La Groove RecordsFresh slice coming rrright up! Going in for a seriously long play to celebrate the new decade. Serving up groovy, bubbly, funky and soulful flavours from around the world for a few hours.
Jay Carder is in the guest mix with a full crate of global sounds, navigating through house, breaks and percussion. We're also tucking in to Parisian label De La Groove Records.2020-01-233h 35
Frank McWeeny's SoundsToasty Tape 01A new mix series focussing on serious grooves I play in the club. From bouncy to bubbly house and jackin disco, expect a monthly dose of tasty treats.Kicking off the series by digging deep into the vaults with a vinyl-only mix, featuring some of the first records I ever bought. I'm taking you back in time with some early Thomas Bangalter, Scott Grooves, Bob Sinclar, Pete Heller and Joey Negro, and a few newbies from Krystal Klear, Kool Vibe and Ant Larock.2020-01-081h 29
Frank McWeeny's SoundsGlobal Electronic Beats: IndiaExploring India’s colourful underground electronic sound through artists I met while touring the country recently. In this episode, we showcase Wind Horse Records, led by Delhi-based producer Hamza. The label has been at the forefront of the country's house music scene since 2009.2019-12-041h 29
Frank McWeeny's SoundsGlobal Stories: India's Colourful Underground [Worldwide FM]I've spent the last five years discovering exciting pockets of dance music culture around Asia. In this documentary I'm taking you on tour with me across India, playing in six cities and meeting the people responsible for making dancefloors move. Mixing with the DJs, producers, promoters, agents and visiting an online community radio station, expect personal insight into the colourful Indian electronic sound, the country's vibrant dance music scene and the challenges faced by some of its key players today.2019-11-011h 04
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 097: Makree Guestmix + Summer Catch UpFrank is back in the radio studio after a busy summer and he feels great. We have Latvian producer & DJ Makree in the guestmix with a selection of bouncy house grooves, including some of his own. Lots of secret weapons played out over the last few months, as well as some real classy afro tracks from the vaults, a couple of soul specials and some fruity disco edits. Plus a a side of touring tales. Bon appétit!2019-10-242h 59
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 091: Eton Messy guestmix & French Toast in the mix from SydneyFrank's Australia/Asia tour kicks off with Marco Polo at Ivy Pool Club in Sydney before heading on to more adventures around the country and beyond. UK duo and house music experts Eton Messy in the guestmix, giving you a flavour of their upcoming musical plans. And two fresh cuts from one of the best house music imprints in Australia, Refuge.2019-04-182h 00
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 090: Ghosts of Venice & Sports guestmixes + Birthday treats!It's Frank's birthday! He's picking speedy reworks of old classics to celebrate, and giving the show an extra hour to accommodate. Sydney's coolest radio host Sports is in the guestmix, with groovy & bouncy bits from her record bag. And LA based Ghosts of Venice delivers fruity flavours from his Street Meat label as well as a few favourites. Also looking ahead to Snowboxx Festival in Avoriaz, France. Happy listening!2019-03-212h 07
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 086: Luxxury guestmix + Trans Musicales festivalCalifornian producer Luxxury does a live disco guestmix full of his own edits and remixes. We're also looking back at the Trans Musicales festival which took place in my Rennes, France recently. Expect a lowdown on what's going on in the life of Partyfine records' boss Yuksek, Mushxxx (Seoul, Korea) and Khidja (Bucharest, Romania). Plus the usual cocktail of proteinated disco, groovy house and funky nuggets.2018-11-221h 28
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 083: Pouvoir Magique guestmix & Secret Solstice festivalFrank's locked indoors digging into old Disco House classics from the 90s and early 2000s. We’re inserting a bit of sunshine vibes into your ears with new music from California and Nigeria, and an exotic guestmix by Pouvoir Magique from the Mawimbi crew. Fred Olafsson, the man behind the Icelandic festival Secret Solstice is picking winter warmers from local talent, and giving us a few hints (maybe) on what to expect at next year’s edition. We’re also feeling the Frenchness with tunes from Kool Vibe, Guilhem Monin, The Mekanism and Yuksek’s Partyfine label. Bon appétit !2018-09-111h 34
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 076: The Reflex guestmix part 2More heat coming at you straight from the French Toast bag. We’re heading to Germany, France, Morocco, India, the US, UK and more. We welcome The Reflex for a second round! Gracing us with even more exclusive and unreleased remixes. No need to further introduce the King of Edits. It’s boogie time!2018-09-112h 04
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 075: The Reflex guestmix part 1Enjoying the UK summer in London Town. Our sun-tanned musical journey takes us to France, Germany and Malawi, with a quick detour via Amsterdam and Ibiza. Digging out new treats and old favourites along the way. The Reflex gave us a long guestmix! So good we had to split it in two parts. He's gracing us with a full bag of exclusive and unreleased remixes which will make you shake and sweat. Don't forget this is just half the fun!2018-09-111h 59
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFT Radio 073: Simbad & Twin Sun guestmixesFrank's back in London after hopping over to Ibiza and Iceland for some dancefloor action. Musical shaman Simbad is on guestmix duties, 25 minutes packed with unreleased and forthcoming productions. The French-Londoner showcases some of his work in progress for various niche labels including Gilles Peterson’s Brownswood records. Twin Sun provide serious edits fresh out of the studio.2018-09-112h 14
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 071: Mason guestmix & Percolate Groovy PicksFrank is back from his India tour and not losing any time. The bag is packed with bubbly, rolling and soulful music! We welcome the mighty Mason to the guest mix. Prepare yourself for a proper groovy 30 minutes with the Dutch man. Fred from the Percolate party collective is throwing in a tight selection of tunes and talking about the evolution of their brand; with a few fun anecdotes along the way.2018-09-111h 47
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 069: Fatnotronic guestmix & old school findsWe head to Brazil to source a tasty guest mix from the Fatnotronic boys Phillip & Rodrigo. They've been collecting stamps of approval from Soulwax, Heidi, Ame & Dixon and Nightmares On Wax to name a few. Prepare yourself for a good time, on a tropical, slow, despacio boogie tip. Showing what real Brazilian music is these days. And Frank's in the mix showcasing succulent disco, afro and classic house vibes with a side of tasty funk. It’s a journey!2018-09-112h 09
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 065: Young Franco guestmix + Words & Music with Fulgeance & FatnotronicWe're traveling to Australia, Brazil, France and beyond. Brisbane-based NuDisco king and all round nice guy Young Franco is in the guestmix. We talk burgers, Soulwax's new tune and what a Fatnotronic party feels like with Philip from the duo. And Fulgeance AKA Claude AKA Souleance from Paris talks about his schizophrenic musical personality(ies). Plus Frank's premiering Christa Vi's new single and plays new, forthcoming & classic goodies from the bag, on an Afro/Disco/Acid tip.2018-09-112h 09
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 064: Words & Music with Andhim + Pat Lok guestmixWe meet German duo Andhim at Bugged Out Weekender in the South of England to chat about what DJs pack for touring, what their studio smells like, and some more serious things. Vancouver based producer Pat Lok steps into in the guestmix, providing sexy NuDisco & Funky RnB flavours. And Frank's throwing new tasty, bubbly, deep and disco grooves into the mix. À table!2018-09-112h 00
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 062: House of Disco picks, Anna Wall guestmix & Autumn festivalsExcellent selector and captain of the House of Disco ship David Magnier is picking groovy tracks from his vinyl bag. And we have London-based Anna Wall on guestmix duties, providing half an hour of smooth n warm flavours. We're also talking Autumn festivals with ADE in Amsterdam, Iceland Airwaves in Reykjavik and Les Rencontres Trans Musicales in Rennes. And as usual, Frank's signature groovy, bubbly & funky tunes.2018-09-112h 07
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 060: Razor N Tape picks, Tian Karl guestmix & Secret Solstice festivalWe're in Brooklyn with JKriv & Aaron Dae having a laugh and introducing tracks from their Razor N Tape and Deep & Disco labels. German producer/DJ Tian Karl on guest mix duties. We look ahead to RBMA 2015. Tracks from Icelandic talent at Secret Solstice festival. Plus a load of sexy new bits and classics from the bag.2018-09-111h 59
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 048: Yuksek's Partyfine FavouritesFrench Nu Disco don and Partyfine label boss Yuksek pops in to introduce his favourite tracks from the first compilation from the label. And the usual best tuneage from the bag, on a Disco, Deep House & Techno tip.2018-09-112h 03
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 044: Horse Meat Disco's Dancefloor Killers & Givafizz Groovy PicksJames from Horse Meat Disco shares his 3 Dancefloor Killers. Australian blog Givafizz picks tunes that'll keep you moving. Lots of Soulful & Groovy beats from the record bag.2018-09-112h 00
Frank McWeeny's SoundsFrench Toast Radio 041: Annie Mac's Groovy Picks & Fallen guestmixAnnie Mac picks a few sexy grooves and talks about her latest comp, her career and more. South African DJ Fallen gives us 45 minutes of his best Deep & Funky House. And lots of new good stuff in the bag, expect a blend of Nu Disco, House, Funk & a slice of Hip Hop.2018-09-112h 00
'80s All OverAugust 1983The dog days of summer were particularly cruel this year.
I mean, sure, there's a pretty good dog film in the form of Cujo, but that's only one small part of a very rocky landscape.
Can the Pink Panther series get even worse? Yep. Can the Smokey and the Bandit series get even worse than that? We're almost done with 3D, thank god, but it's got a few more scars to leave. Sword and sorcery junk, post-apocalyptic dreck, and a teen sex comedy that's a real... well, you know.
There are highlights. George Lu...2018-06-1100 min
Redroom Sessions - An Electronic Music Podcast - Deep House, Techno, Chill, DiscoSession #81 (Feat. French Toast)French Toast (London, England)
French Toast a.k.a. Frank McWeeny is an upbeat jumble of infectious disco and house that’s tailored to kick up a storm on the dancefloor. He has been defining his path as a radio presenter and club DJ ever since he was old enough to get into a studio. His early love of funk, disco and soul was discovered rooting through his dad’s vinyl collection, and that love now pervades not only his selections but his outlook too.
Half English, half French, Frank cut his teeth on French local radio before moving to Lond...2018-04-2043 min
Critically Acclaimed NetworkCanceled Too Soon #35 - Police Squad! (1982)David Zucker, Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker took the comedy world by storm with AIRPLANE! in 1980, and two years later they brought their rapid-fire signature schtick to ABC with POLICE SQUAD!, a parody of self-serious cop shows starring Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin, a cop who lives in a wacky world where nobody knows how silly they are. POLICE SQUAD! became a cult favorite and eventually spawned three blockbuster spin-off movies called THE NAKED GUN, but was it... CANCELED TOO SOON? Film critics William Bibbiani and Witney Seibold have invited 80s All Over co-host Drew McWeeny...2017-02-251h 19'80s All OverOctober 1980Can you believe we're almost done with 1980? It's flying by, and after a short holiday break, we are back with a jam-packed episode that covers everything from TERROR TRAIN to Frank Sinatra's final starring role, with a beloved romance starring Christopher Reeve, Paul Simon's most personal film, and David Lynch's mainstream breakthrough as well. Dig in, because this one covers almost 20 films.2017-01-0900 min
Wild CityWild City #114 - French ToastMix #114 from French Toast a.k.a. Frank McWeeny is an upbeat jumble of infectious disco and house that’s tailored to kick up a storm on the dancefloor.
The ace selector has been behind the booth spinning records and as a radio presenter (his French hometown, Rennes during his teenage years before spreading out to the UK) ever since he was old enough to get into a studio. The half-English, half-French DJ and producer’s musical sensibilities and tastes were shaped early on as a child sifting through his father’s collection of funk, disco and soul.
French Toast has si...2016-09-281h 37
HOUSE JET RADIOVOL.187 FRANK McWEENY (LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM)HOUSE JET RADIO VOL.187 GUEST DJ: @FrankFrenchToast (LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM)
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TRACKLIST:
Funkadelic and Mr. V - One Nation Under A Groove (Boy George and Roland Faber Rework)
Aeroplane - Page One Is Love
The Alexanders – Loving You
Opolopo - Round and Round feat. Diane Charlemagne (Opolopo 4 To The Floor Mix)
Shalamar - Right In The Socket (Holmes Price Edit)
Kraak & Smaak ft. Keyhole - All I Want Is You (Extended Mix)
Roisin Murphy - Evil Eyes (Severino and Nico De Ce...2015-11-201h 01