Shows
Australian Book LoversChristmas Special featuring Madeleine D'Este, Sandy Barker, Lisa Heidke, Kevin Klehr, BG Hilton & Kay KerrEpisode 159 has Christmas written all over it. Veronica and Laurie chat rituals, folklore, food and book stocking fillers with six Australian authors whose work is set in the festive season: Madeleine D'Este, Sandy Barker, Lisa Heidke, Kevin Klehr, BG Hilton & Kay Kerr. Plus we share seasons greetings from 30 Australian Book Lovers authors - a little about their books and a little festive cheer.Seasons Greetings from James Ynson, Nicole Kelly & Lisa Kenway - 0:57Intro - 2:18Seasons Greetings from Faye Hall, DT Bella, Max Jeffries - 5:11Chat with Madeleine D'Este author of A Very Evangeline...
2025-12-191h 32
Lives Less OrdinaryTrapped underground: my 54-hour cave rescueTrapped underground: my 54-hour cave rescue. For George Linnane, an experienced caver from England, being underground is his happy place, somewhere he can feel calm away from the chaos of daily life. But when he and two friends set out for a routine trip in the Ogof Ffynnon Ddu cave system in Wales one Saturday lunchtime in November 2021, they couldn’t know it would turn into a nightmare. After a stone bridge gave way underneath him, George fell ten metres onto solid rock and couldn’t move. He suffered a broken leg, shattered jaw, a punc...
2025-11-1038 min
Saturday LiveVicky PattisonVicky Pattison joins Nikki Bedi and Richard Coles. The podcaster and author was Crowned Queen of the Jungle in 2015. Gaining fame initially through the reality TV show Geordie Shore, Vicky reflects on the ups and downs of her life in the public eye and shares her experiences in her latest book The Secret to Happy.George Linnane is a caver who was rescued by 300 volunteers after 54 hours underground. One of those volunteers was Maxine Bateman. They discuss what happened and how George is recovering just over a year after the event.Natasha Lance Rogoff is...
2023-01-181h 24
This is LoveThe RescueLast November, George Linnane found himself at the bottom of a hole, deep inside a cave. He was badly injured after falling more than two stories. And the only people who could rescue him were his friends in the caving community. "If somebody is in trouble, we all know that we're the only ones who can get them out." Say hello on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2BmMZr5 We also make Criminal and Phoebe Reads a Mystery. Artwork by Julienne Alexander. Check out our online shop. Episode transcripts are p...
2022-11-0933 min
This is LoveThe RescueLast November, George Linnane found himself at the bottom of a hole, deep inside a cave. He was badly injured after falling more than two stories. And the only people who could rescue him were his friends in the caving community. "If somebody is in trouble, we all know that we're the only ones who can get them out."Say hello on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2BmMZr5We also make Criminal and Phoebe Reads a Mystery.Artwork by Julienne Alexander. Check...
2022-11-0932 min
AutomAteDeficit - AutomAte Halloween 2015 (Live at Black Swan, Bristol)Deficit live at Black Swan, Bristol, Halloween 20151) Dom & Roland - Flux (DRP)2) Bulletproof & Alvin Risk - One (Black Sun Empire)3) Ed Rush - Box Car (Piranha Pool)4) Noisia - Running Blind (Vision)5) Spor - Lose It (Renegade Hardware)6) Spor - Dreadnaught (Renegade Hardware)7) Fierce & Zero T - See Through (Quarantine)8) Break & Silent Witness - Rain Man (Commercial Suicide)9) C4C & Fierce - Carrier (Quarantine)10) Deficit - Smoke & Mirrors (AutomAte dub)11) Chase & Status - Menace (Renegade Hardware)12) Kantyze - Caprica (Mindtech)13) Raiden - 6 ft...
2022-08-011h 02
The BiG Scuba PodcastGeorge Linnane Caver and Cave DiverGemma and Ian talk to George Linnane. George made the news in November 2021 when he fell deep in the Ogof Ffynnon Ddu cave system in Wales. George, 38, was the subject one of the longest cave rescues the UK has seen, where about 300 volunteers rushed to his aid from around the country. We talk to George and hear about how his diving and caving journey began. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deficitlondon Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deficitlondon/ Website - https://british-caving.org.uk/ https://www.swcc.org.uk/joomla-swcc/ Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review...
2022-04-041h 16
Embrace TherapyLiz Gleeson Shapes of GriefWicklow native, Liz Gleeson joins me on the podcast this week. She is a Dramatherapist (Masters qualified) since 2004 and is a full professional member of IACAT. She also has qualifications in MSc Bereavement Studies and MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy, Liz’s approach is well grounded in theory & practice. In 2019, Liz set-up the podcast ‘Shapes Of Grief’ and has 80 wonderful episodes to date. Here are just some of the topics discussed: Children’s grief, lgbtq+ grief, widowhood, cancer and "Dying Well".Liz is a trailblazer in the field of Grief and Loss Education. She is currently a PhD stude...
2022-01-0457 min
Irish Music Stories PodcastWax Cylinders to the World Wide WebIs there magic in the medium? Do different recorded formats influence how we hear and absorb traditional music? Are we missing out on anything now that it's much easier to record and FIND recordings online? Jeff Kszaiek, Kieran Jordan, Happy Traum, Steph Geremia, Kirsten Allstaff, Elizabeth Sweeney, Jacob Deck, and Natalya Kay help host Shannon Heaton explore early wax cylinder recordings, VR music sessions and YouTube videos, and the special in-between realm of the cassette tape. There's plenty of music here, too. Credits below. * * * * * * * Special thanks to Brian Benscoter, Mark Haynes, Chris McGlone, an...
2018-07-1046 min
AutomAteM-Set @ Shogun Audio v AutomAte - Bristol Dec 2016We think M-Set did a cracking job standing in for absent D.R.O.P.S at AutomAte vs Shogun back in December... but judge for yourselves!
2017-03-1557 min
AutomAteEsion - AutomAte vs Shogun Audio (Live @ Black Swan, Bristol)AutomAte Tech bossman Esion tears 'em a new one
2017-02-151h 00
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 040 - WrecklessWreckless has been a firm AutomAte fixture since the labels’ inception. Music teacher by day, producer by night and dedicated to the cause, Wreckless embodies everything that is AutomAte’s M.O. Able to turn his hand to a variety of styles, from beautiful soundscapes to distorted filth, a very real emotion and level of human connection shines through all of his work.Catch him live alongside Ulterior Motive, Prolix, Technimatic, Joe Ford, Subtle Element, DC, SP:MC, Carasel, Remidy, Seppa, D.R.O.P.S, None Decay, Deficit & Esion at Blue Mountain, Bristol on Saturday 3rd December!
2016-11-2640 minAutomAteRaiden & Agman Gora - AutomAte Halloween 2015 (Live @ Black Swan, Bristol)As Halloween approaches again we cast our minds back a year to this earth shattering set from Offkey soldier Raiden, ably accompanied by our resident zombie Agman Gora!
2016-10-251h 38
AutomAtePhilth & Agman Gora - AutomAte Halloween 2015 (Live @ Black Swan, Bristol)Halloween 2015 we were proud to present Philth's Bristol debut! Serious 3-deck action ably accompanied by our resident zombie Agman Gora
2016-07-301h 00
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 039 - None DecayInvolved with electronic music since the mid 90s, Cambridge duo None Decay have behind them a rich tapestry of studio and DJ experience in drum & bass, hip-hop and beyond. They made their AutomAte debut on Depth of Vision EP Vol.2. Rising quickly through the ranks, their first full-length artist EP on the imprint garnered attention from high-ranking drum & bass officials such as Goldie & Ulterior Motive. The latest EP covers a lot of ground and has been picked up by a wide ranging list of DJs ranging from Aphrodite to Ink, from Future Prophecies to Dose.http://soundcloud.com...
2016-05-1950 minAutomAteAutomAte Podcast 38 - PhilthPhilth is addicted to music; it is his breath and his lifeblood. A music teacher by day and DJ/producer by night, a more driven man you will not find. The very definition of ‘signature sound’, his heady mix of distorted filth, saturated breakbeats and quick-fire, 3-deck DJ sets is the fuel behind a meteoric rise, turning the heads of the scene’s top DJs and talent spotters.He is a major driving force behind Peer Pressure, a fixture on the roster of the mighty Dispatch Recordings and no stranger to the AutomAte labels, with multiple releases across AutomA...
2015-10-161h 21
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 37 - XanaduExploring the darker, more atmospheric side of Drum & Bass, Xanadu soon caught the attention of one of the scenes greats, when Ant TC1 chose his track ‘Abstrakt’ as the winner of Outlook Festival’s producer competition in 2012.Early support for Xanadu's tracks (such as 'Ventricle') came from a number of highly esteemed artists and DJ's including Mefjus, Fourward, June Miller and Kasra, but the ball really started rolling when he met the legendary Dom & Roland.Dom invited him to release his first record on D&R Productions, the first original solo work (other than Dom's own) to be...
2015-06-2254 min
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 36 - DeficitLabel boss Deficit takes to the decks himself to bring you an hour of big bass, bad breaks and broken beats. As always, the AutomAte head-honcho digs deep, constructing a mix that spans nearly 15 years and explores a variety of shadowy, murky corners of the genre.Don’t forget to also check out the AutomAte radio show, hosted by Deficit with special guests, 4 weekly from Friday 17th April on London’s Flex FM.To book Deficit, or any AutomAte artist, drop a line to bookings@automatednb.co.ukhttp://www.automatednb.co.ukhttp...
2015-04-131h 04
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 35 - SynthesisBristol DJ Synthesis' meticulous attention to detail and fastidious, rollin' tune selection has rocked crowds at a diverse range of events, including Critical, Metalheadz, Dispatch, Foundation, Apex and Red Dread Audio. He also held a regular slot on the original AutomAte radio show back in 2010. Who better to take the helm for one last rinse out, bringing 2014 to a close?http://soundcloud.com/dj-synthesishttp://facebook.com/synthesisdnbTrack List:Nymfo - Cymatic Frequencies [Commercial Suicide]Hybris - Night Boss [Invisible]Atmos T - Marshall Law [Proximity]Tom Small...
2014-12-041h 01
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 034 - EwokEwok found drum & bass and jungle in 2005, drawn to the futuristic sounds of Pendulum, Noisia, Calyx & Illskillz. Feeling the call, he made a start on his vinyl collection and organised a series of legendary free parties in the South East.4 years ago he dipped his toe into the world of production and is now on a mission to recreate the sci-fi soundscapes he found so inspiring to begin with.You can catch Ewok live in the South East regularly, especially in Brighton. This podcast mix represents his club style, flicking effortlessly through many styles of drum...
2014-08-301h 07
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 33 - Vince GrainTeutonic tunesmith Vince Grain made his AutomAte debut on the Depth of Vision EP Vol.1 with creepy alien-stepper Roswell Eyewitness. Herr Grain did not need a second chance to make his mark, becoming an instant AutomAte favourite. Rising quickly through the ranks, he followed up recently with a solo single on the Deep imprint.Vince Grain's first solo release on AutomAte Deep has featured on Radio 1, Ministry of Sound Radio and in the German edition of MixMag, as well as finding its way into a choice selection of record bags. This rising star has a bright future for...
2014-06-2259 min
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 32 - FujAllow AutomAte Deep to introduce Fuj, a Japanese-Laotian-Australian producer who makes beats deeper and darker than the Pacific. With such a cultural crossover building up his personal influences, there's something uniquely diverse about Fuj's productions. Clean and crisp on first glance, peer deeper into the abyss and intricate soundscapes appear from below the surface.Fuj's debut release on AutomAte Deep was released in January 2014 and is available now in all good digital stores. The remix package will follow in July 2014, and expect to hear much more from Fuj on AutomAte Deep!http://soundcloud.com/fuj
2014-05-1341 min
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 027 - OrtokoreIn a violent city from a country forgotten by many, Oscar Cartagena a.k.a. Ortokore has developed a fruitful musical career as a DJ and producer in his native Venezuela, where not only was he the pioneer of the early hardcore/gabber movement in Caracas around 1998, but through years of hard work, has become one of the fundamental pillars of the Drum and Bass scene in the country. Taking advantage of the musical richness of his natal Caribbean region and his expertise in afro-cuban percussion and drumming, this producer has known how to bring himself up, avoiding lost bullets...
2013-07-2246 min
AutomAteAutomAte Podcast 25 - D.R.O.P.SD.R.O.P.S is a recently formed collective of three like-minded, forward thinking musicians, Teksteppa, Cemtek and Arookai, with very different musical pasts. The sum of these parts equals a deep techy party vibe.Teksteppa has been producing DnB for a number of years, with releases on Blue Cheese Records, UKDNB and more. Recently his releases have gained DJ support from S.P.Y, Optiv, Muffler, AMC, Mutated Forms, Danny Wheeler, Hazard and Mind Vortex, amongst others. He has had tracks top out at numbers 11 and 32 in the Drum & Bass Arena charts.Teksteppa is a force...
2013-02-011h 05