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Sky News DailyWhy the wait for weight loss jabs on the NHS?The "King Kong" of weight loss drugs, Mounjaro, should finally be available on the NHS. So, why are thousands of patients still waiting for a treatment that could transform their lives? Mounjaro was meant to be rolled out across the NHS in England from 23 June for those with the highest clinical need. However, a Sky News investigation has found it is only available in eight out of 42 NHS integrated care boards, prompting accusations of a "postcode lottery". Many providers will not make it available until autumn, while nearly half of NHS boards said they wil...2025-08-0516 min
Sky News DailyPeter Kyle: The making of a maverick ministerAfter doubling down in a very public row with Nigel Farage, Peter Kyle is the minister of the moment. In an interview with Sky News, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology caused controversy by suggesting Mr Farage was "on the side" of sexual predators like Jimmy Savile because of his opposition to the Online Safety Act. Mr Farage described the comment as "disgusting " and demanded an apology. But in a post on X, Mr Kyle went further, stating: "If you want to overturn the Online Safety Act you are on the side of pr...2025-08-0119 min
Sky News DailyCan anything stop the ketamine crisis?Incontinence and chronic pain are just some of the life-altering effects caused by heavy ketamine use – which is at record levels.The drug, used in clinical settings as an anaesthetic, sedative and pain reliever, can create hallucinations in users. But those who become addicted to ketamine also face severe bladder and kidney problems.As the government considers reclassifying ketamine to a Class A substance, Shingi Mararike, our North of England correspondent, has been speaking to people suffering life-changing health consequences, and the people trying to help them.He joins Niall Paterson on the Sky Ne...2025-07-2915 min
Sky News DailyHistory Girls: How football came home... againAfter claiming back-to-back European titles, the Lionesses are now the first senior England football side to win a major tournament away from home. The team had to overcome physical and psychological adversity throughout the tournament – from poor performances and penalty drama to a player being subjected to horrendous racial abuse. So how did inspirational manager, Sarina Wiegman, beat the odds once more? On today's episode, our sports correspondent, Rob Harris, relives the highs and lows of Euro 2025 and we speak to the former FA Head of Women’s Football, Baroness Sue Campbell – one of the main architects...2025-07-2818 min
Sky News DailyShould the children of online sex offenders receive more support?"John" is a convicted sex offender. "Ava" is his daughter. She was only told about her father's crimes weeks after his arrest. But the impact of those crimes could last a lifetime.Online sex offenders receive counselling as part of their rehabilitation, as do their victims. However, there is currently no support for the families of those perpetrators – despite the devastation they have caused.In today's Sky News Daily, our correspondent Katerina Vittozzi tells us about her in-depth interviews with both John and Ava (not their real names) and examines the system that offers more help to...2025-07-1621 min
Sky News DailyWhy was the MoD data leak kept secret for 600 days?It was a mistake that endangered thousands of people who had supported British forces in Afghanistan - and the Afghans' families.For the first time, the Ministry of Defence has admitted it was responsible for a data breach that has been kept a secret for years - at huge expense to taxpayers - with the help of a super injunction that prevented media or parliamentary scrutiny.Almost 7,000 Afghan nationals are being relocated to the UK following the blunder by the British military.Mark Austin is joined by Sky’s security and defence editor Deborah Ha...2025-07-1515 min
Sky News DailyCan the BBC move on from its mess on Gaza?The BBC breached its own editorial rules when it did not explain that a 13-year-old used to narrate a documentary about Gaza was, in fact, the son of a Hamas official. A review has found that the independent production company, Hoyo Films, bears most of the responsibility for what happened – but that BBC bosses should have had more oversight of the film. The corporation says it is taking action but, so far, nobody has lost their job.However, it is creating a new management role called 'Director of News Documentaries' as a result of the review. Nia...2025-07-1415 min
Sky News DailyDestroyed, dismantled or dangerous: Is Iran still a global threat?A government report has warned that the threat of physical attacks by Iran on people living in the UK has increased "significantly" since 2022. Iran rejects what they call, hostile allegations. Has the recent 12-day war between Israel and Iran changed the hierarchy in the Middle East and its attitude towards the West? On today’s episode, Niall Paterson speaks to home editor Jason Farrell, who attended the briefing for the report. He then discusses Iran’s current global ambitions with Professor Michael Clarke. Producer: Emily Hulme Editor: Mike Bovill2025-07-1016 min
WodehousekeepingThe Kid Brady Stories and A Man of MeansA solo episode. Ian delves into two short story cycles, The Kid Brady stories (1905-7) and A Man Of Means (1914, with C. H. Bovill) which posthumously were collected into a single volume. The Kid Brady stories are boxing tales set in New York, while A Man of Means is a quasi-novella wherein a hapless clerk from Bury St Edmonds inadvertently keeps getting richer and richer. There will be spoilers.CN: brief discussion of racismOther Wodehouse works mentionedOver SeventyPsmith JournalistThe Prince and Betty 2025-06-171h 37
Things Gay People LikeWicked + Here & Now Review SpecialSPOILERS ABOUND! I had to invite the podcast's Wicked and Steps correspondents Matthew and James back to review the Wicked film and the Steps musical Here & Now. Enjoy!!
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The Engine RoomSPECIAL Anniversary Engine Room with James Bovill, Maria Machancoses, and Andrew PritchardBBC Journalist and Midlands Connect alum, James Bovill, joins Maria and Andrew for a chat about what Midlands Connect has achieved over its first decade since inception. 2024-10-2250 min
Avenue RedAvenue Red Live Session #007 - Reedale Rise @50arc/Ornate @ Faith In Strangers, Margate (06-04-2024)Avenue Red were grateful to ourselves for having made the impeccable choice to rock up in Margate on the extreme southeast edge of England to witness a phenomenal event back in April. Masterclass sets from all who played there, with this live set from Reedale Rise (real name Simon Keat) being one of the highlights to shine on this wonderful soundsystem in a visually stunning venue. It was ace to also unexpectedly bump into some key agents of organised UK underworld deepness, including Miles Atmospheric of Atmospheric Existence Recordings, Bovill of cult label Meanwhile and many others! Quality > quantity. Keep...2024-09-031h 12Avenue RedAvenue Red Live Session #007 - Reedale Rise @50arc/Ornate @ Faith In Strangers, Margate (06-04-2024)Avenue Red were grateful to ourselves for having made the impeccable choice to rock up in Margate on the extreme southeast edge of England to witness a phenomenal event back in April. Masterclass sets from all who played there, with this live set from Reedale Rise (real name Simon Keat) being one of the highlights to shine on this wonderful soundsystem in a visually stunning venue. It was ace to also unexpectedly bump into some key agents of organised UK underworld deepness, including Miles Atmospheric of Atmospheric Existence Recordings, Bovill of cult label Meanwhile and many others! Quality > quantity. Keep...2024-09-031h 12Things Gay People Like26. StepsWe're back with a big glittery bang for Season 3 as we cover the mighty STEPS! New friend of the pod and Steps stan James joins me to talk about his history with the group and why he loves them so much, guiding me though their career to date and of course tackling the Quiz as well as some Unpopular Opinions from our listeners. Plus, we have updates on Neighbours and Taylor Swift from previous TGPL guests, and of course my Mam is back as well. Enjoy!
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The Sporting News 7 UK EditionDaylight for five-star City at the top of the Premier League, Max Verstappen turns up the heat in Miami, and the Manx Missile strikes againThe Sporting News 7 UK brings you the 7 biggest sports stories in 7 minutes at 7am. Building on the award-winning journalism of The Sporting News, you’ll get all you need to know in one handy bitesize podcast. From football and cricket, to rugby and Formula One, the best of fight sports and all the US action in the NFL, NBA and MLB, you won’t miss a thing. Hosted by Mike Bovill, The Sporting News 7 UK is a unique take on the day’s big sports events - available to listen to wherever and whenever...2022-05-0907 min
Insiders - Back To YouAre the forest wars back in Northern Tasmania?Major party leaders have been blitzing Northern Tasmania this week, visiting the marginal seats of Bass, Braddon and Lyons. Healthcare, jobs, forestry and cost of living are all big issues there, and the PM was forced to defend his record on an integrity commission during his visit. ABC Reporter Monte Bovill joins James Glenday and Melissa Clarke from Launceston.2022-04-1411 min
Late Tee TimeThe BetBites Podcast - Episode TWENTY ONEWelcome to Episode 21 - ooooh, Key of The Door! - of BetBites with our experts ready to give you the best bets for the week ahead, each in under 90 seconds.
We don't waste your precious time.
This week Dave Easson returns with another go at a Premier League double, despite being damned by the odd goal here and there.
Naz Premji is back back back and tipping those Tykes once more in the Championship.
Gav Puszczalowskyi is on a roll and again looking at League One and League Two.
In...2021-03-1214 min
Late Tee TimeThe BetBites Podcast - Episode SEVENTEEN 12.2.21Welcome to Episode 17 of BetBites with our experts ready to give you the best bets for the week ahead, each in under 90 seconds.
We don't waste your precious time.
Last week was an absolute doozey but let's face it, we're still LIVID that the Tampa coach got covered in blue Gatorade last week NOT ORANGE.
Anyway, yeah we dropped some 25/1 shot but you don't want to hear about that, Dave Easson's back with the Premier League! The Championship this week has Naz Premji at the wheel while Gav Puszczalowskyi returns to cast his eye...2021-02-1217 min
Late Tee TimeThe BetBites Podcast - Episode TWELVE 08.01.2021A very Happy New Year from BetBites as we return for 2021 in full fettle and ready for our experts give you the best bets for the week ahead, each in under 90 seconds. We don't waste your precious time.
Episode 12 brings you an FA Cup Double of both Naz Premji & Dave Easson's best selections in The Greatest Cup Competition In The World™ and they've even bundled together a 6-timer for you. Derek Clark is wondering how Rangers will ever be beaten in Scotland after a Hogmanay to remember for the Gers (possibly due to to the pubs being shut).2021-01-0816 min
Late Tee TimeThe BetBites Podcast - Episode 11. 24.12.20
BetBites wishes you a very Merry Christmas as our experts give you the best bets for the week ahead, each in under 90 seconds. We don't waste your precious time.
Episode 11 brings you our Premier League elf Dave Easson's best selections and Santa's little helper Naz Premji is here with his EFL Championship picks. Derek Clark is most definitely on the good list with his tips north of the border after landing a 22/1 last week and Gavin Puszczalowskyi has to be an anagram of something festive as he finds the betting value in EFL Leagues One and Two.
2020-12-2417 min
David Bovill's Listen LaterThe Truthiness, with Stephen Colbert Podcast: StarTalk Radio (LS 77 · TOP 0.01% what is this?)Episode: The Truthiness, with Stephen ColbertPub date: 2018-09-28Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationUncover the truthiness and nothing but the truthiness as Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with Stephen Colbert, comic co-host Adam Conover, author Sophia McClennen, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and Rev. James Martin, SJ, to investigate the science of satire.NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://www.sta...2018-11-1748 min
David Bovill's Listen LaterThe Truthiness, with Stephen Colbert Podcast: StarTalk Radio (LS 77 · TOP 0.01% what is this?)Episode: The Truthiness, with Stephen ColbertPub date: 2018-09-28Uncover the truthiness and nothing but the truthiness as Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with Stephen Colbert, comic co-host Adam Conover, author Sophia McClennen, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and Rev. James Martin, SJ, to investigate the science of satire.NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://www.startalkradio.net/all-access/the-truthiness-with-stephen-colbert/Photo Credit: Brandon Royal.2018-11-1748 min
R A D I XFash Course World History 3, part 2Greg and Don hold a wide-ranging discussion on North Africa from pre-historic times to the Algerian War. It is a subject replete with surprises: Desert where there was once sprawling agriculture, ancient expeditions deep into the interior, traces of long-forgotten kingdoms, and much more. This is part 2 of 2.
Books mentioned:
Golden Trade of the Moors by Edward W. Bovill
Lost Worlds of Africa by James Wellard2018-06-1800 minR A D I XFash Course World History 3, part 1Greg and Don hold a wide-ranging discussion on North Africa from pre-historic times to the Algerian War. It is a subject replete with surprises: Desert where there was once sprawling agriculture, ancient expeditions deep into the interior, traces of long-forgotten kingdoms, and much more. This is part 1 of 2.
Books mentioned:
Golden Trade of the Moors by Edward W. Bovill
Lost Worlds of Africa by James Wellard2018-06-181h 35
Breaking Into...Breaking Into… with Kirk & Joni Bovill | BHL’s Breaking IntoBreaking Into... -- In this episode Black Hollywood Live host James Lott Jr. interviews Kirk & Joni Bovill.
2017-07-2449 minBreaking Into...Breaking Into Acting with Kirk Bovill | BHL’s Breaking IntoBreaking Into... -- In this episode Black Hollywood Live host James Lott Jr. welcomes Kirk Bovill to Breaking Into to discuss his life and career!
Kirk Bovill (born January 17, 1961) is an American actor, writer and producer. His film credits include 20th Century Women, Free State of Jones, Get on Up, Contraband, Texas Killing Fields, White Lightnin’, The Butterfly Circus, and God Bless America.
Bovill started out at Hollywood’s The Comedy Store in the improv group that opened up the highly successful urban comedy show, Trippin’ on Tuesdays in 2006.
Recent television credits include a guest s...2017-02-0350 min