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Morning ReportTaupo's mayor describes council merger as hostile takeoverTaupo's mayor is pushing back against joining a Western Waikato council merger, which he's describing as a hostile takeover. Taupo District Council has decided not to submit any preferred amalgamation proposal and says the Western Waikato merger would result in ballooning debt for the region. Councils have until Sunday to present their merger proposals to the government. Mayor John Funnell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
2026-08-0405 min
The British Prime MinistersHenry John Temple, 3rd Viscount PalmerstonIn this episode of The British Prime Ministers Podcast, we explore the life and career of Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, one of the most influential and recognisable political figures of the Victorian age.Serving twice as Prime Minister between 1855 and 1865, Palmerston dominated British politics for decades and became famous for his energetic leadership, patriotic image, and forceful approach to foreign affairs. Long before reaching Number 10, he spent over forty years in government, shaping Britain's response to revolutions, wars, and diplomatic crises across Europe and beyond. He was one of the defining statesmen of...
2026-07-2008 minThe British Prime MinistersGeorge Hamilton- Gordon 4th Earl Of AberdeenA diplomat, a peacemaker, and a reluctant wartime Prime Minister.In this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we explore the life and career of George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen, one of the most overlooked figures of the Victorian age.Orphaned at a young age and raised among Britain's political elite, Aberdeen developed a reputation as a thoughtful scholar and skilled diplomat. Long before reaching Downing Street, he played a significant role in European affairs during the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars and earned respect as one of Britain's most capable Foreign Secretaries. He...
2026-06-2206 min
The Rural RoundupThe Rural Roundup | Full Show May 27thErin Speedy talks to Chris Brandolino, Mitchel Hoare, John Funnell & Samantha McBride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-05-2743 minThe Rural RoundupJohn Funnell | Mayor of TaupoTaupo has a new Search and Rescue Services Centre of Excellence.
The first helicopter pilot in NZ to initiate this service in 1984. Taupo Mayor, John Funnell, ran us through this exciting new initiative.
As well as recalling one of the most daring rescue missions to take place in NZ history when he piloted a return flight from Invercargill to Campbell Island to save a shark attack victims life in 1992.
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2026-05-2708 minThe British Prime MinistersLord John RussellIn this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we explore the life and legacy of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell — better known to history as Lord John Russell. A towering figure of nineteenth-century politics, Russell was the driving force behind the Great Reform Act of 1832, helping to open Britain’s political system to a wider public and laying the foundations of modern democracy. Serving twice as Prime Minister during the reign of Queen Victoria, Russell governed during an age of revolution, industrial change, and social unrest. His governments introduced landmark reforms including the Factory Act of 1847 and the P...
2026-05-2509 minThe British Prime MinistersFrederick John Robinson, 1st Viscount GoderichIn this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we turn to one of the shortest-serving leaders in British history: Frederick John Robinson, better known as the 1st Viscount Goderich.Taking office in 1827 after the death of George Canning, Goderich inherited a fragile and divided government. A man known more for his administrative skill than political strength, he struggled to hold together a coalition riven with factional tensions. His time in power lasted just a few turbulent months before he resigned in early 1828 — reportedly breaking down in tears under the strain of leadership.But wa...
2026-03-0208 min
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeJohn Funnell: Taupō Mayor on the risk of regional flight routes being cut after Air NZ reported a $40m half-year lossThe Taupō Mayor says he'd be surprised if Air New Zealand cut its popular regional route. Some regional flights could be on the chopping block after the airline posted a $40 million half-year loss. It's pointed to ongoing fleet constraints, a slower recovery in domestic demand, and persistently high aviation system inflation. Mayor John Funnell told Ryan Bridge he understands costs are rising, but the Taupō to Auckland flights are close to full every time. He says they have a good relationship with Air New Zealand and isn't expecting any changes. LISTE...
2026-02-2603 min
Talk HorseS2 Ep18: John, Donald and Jack Whitaker - Born to JumpIn this special episode, recorded live on stage at the London International Horse Show, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by three members of one of the most iconic families in showjumping, the Whitakers.John Whitaker is one of our most requested guests and you can see why. With a career spanning more than 40 years, he’s won everything there is to win, including three Olympic medals, five World Championship medals and thirteen European Championship medals. He chats about longevity at the top of the sport, the mindset required to keep improving, and how showjumping ha...
2026-01-2151 min
The Aggressive Life with Brian TomeHow Six Ordinary People Sparked a Massive Revival with John Funnell—Welsh PastorWhen Pastor John Funnell arrived at Noddfa Church, in one of the poorest valleys in Wales, only six elderly members remained. He expected to quietly lead them until the church closed—but God had other plans. Through prayer, risk, and persistence, those six believers have become a thriving congregation of more than 300 people, sparking a modern revival movement.In this episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, John shares how revival started in a forgotten community—and what it really takes to experience a spiritual awakening. From repentance and renewal to the challenges of explosive growth, his stor...
2025-11-111h 10
Bronze-Age MonstersS07E20: Atlas/Seaboard - Weird Tales of the Macabre (w/ Thony Aiuppy!)We're joined by comics creator Thony Aiuppy (HAINT TALES, THE AQUABARIAN) to discuss Seaboard Periodicals' WEIRD TALES OF THE MACABRE, a B&W horror magazine and one of their earliest efforts. The anthology featured folks like John Severin, Ernie Colón, Leo Summers, Leo Duranoña, Augustine Funnell, Pat Boyette, and many more! Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RD6tR9GFpcw Check out Thony's unique and exciting work: https://aiuppy.com/ Give Thony a follow! Instagram & YouTube: @thonyaiuppy SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/BronzeAgeMonsters THREADLESS SHOP: https://bronzeagemonsters.th...
2025-11-081h 45
Bronze-Age MonstersS07E20: Atlas/Seaboard - Weird Tales of the Macabre (w/ Thony Aiuppy!)We're joined by comics creator Thony Aiuppy (HAINT TALES, THE AQUABARIAN) to discuss Seaboard Periodicals' WEIRD TALES OF THE MACABRE, a B&W horror magazine and one of their earliest efforts. The anthology featured folks like John Severin, Ernie Colón, Leo Summers, Leo Duranoña, Augustine Funnell, Pat Boyette, and many more! Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RD6tR9GFpcw Check out Thony's unique and exciting work: https://aiuppy.com/ Give Thony a follow! Instagram & YouTube: @thonyaiuppy SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/BronzeAgeMonsters THREADLESS SHOP: https://bronzeagemonsters.threadless.com/ JOIN US ON...
2025-11-081h 45
Funnell Your ThoughtsFunnell Your Thoughts #8 - John Funnell 88 Years of Grit & GraftIn this very special episode, I sit down with my grandad, John Funnell, to capture a lifetime of stories spanning nearly nine decades. Born in 1937, John grew up during wartime Britain before building a life rooted in farming, horses, family, and relentless hard work.From childhood days spent on ponies and in butcher’s shops, to near-disasters with lorries of sheep, bankruptcies, and bouncing back, John’s journey is one of resilience and resourcefulness. Along the way, he reflects on love, loss, the mistakes he made, and the wisdom he wants to leave for future generations.🌾 Growing up during and aft...
2025-10-2850 min
The Quiet Revival Podcast: what's the story?Looking for purpose: why the Church is attracting young menWhy are young men going to church more? And how can the Church respond to the crisis of masculinity facing today’s Gen Z? In this episode, Dr Andrew Ollerton and Dr Rhiannon McAleer are joined by Luke Taylor, Researcher at The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), and John Funnell, Pastor at Noddfa Church. Together, they uncover key insights from CSJ’s Lost Boys report – including the startling finding that boys are now more likely to own a smartphone than to live with their dad – before sharing how young men are finding meaning, purpose and connection...
2025-10-1542 min
ReSayAn in vitro multi-organ microphysiological system (MPS) to investigate the gut-to-brain translocation of neurotoxinsThis article "An in vitro multi-organ microphysiological system (MPS) to investigate the gut-to-brain translocation of neurotoxins" is published in Biomicrofluidics.Author: Emily J. JonesJournal: BiomicrofluidicsYear: 2024Podcast type: ShortThe authors are:Emily J. JonesBenjamin M. SkinnerAimee ParkerLydia R. BaldwinJohn GreenmanSimon R. CardingSimon G. P. FunnellAffiliations:Emily J. Jones, Aimee Parker, Simon R. Carding, Simon G. P. Funnell, Food, Microbiome and Health Research Programme, Quadram Institute, Norwich, United...
2025-09-3005 min
The Exposed Negative#86 - AI, Agents & Authenticity w/ James Gerrard-JonesIn this episode we talk with James Gerrard Jones from the agency Wyatt Clarke & Jones. We discuss what photo agents look for in photographers, how to be resilient, AI and the effect it may have on the industry and why there are plenty of reasons to remain optimistic!Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of...
2025-08-191h 09
Run With It31: Grace Tame (part 2): The dark side of running, healing and peanut butterIn this episode of Run With It, host Elise Beacom continues her interview with Grace Tame, focusing on Grace’s experience as a survivor of child sexual abuse and how she rediscovered running as a healing mechanism. Grace discusses her past struggles with eating disorders, the autistic traits that complement running and the fine line between running for therapy and running to mask deeper troubles. Also, PEANUT BUTTER. A lot of peanut butter in this episode. Plus, a special shout out for Andy Buchanan.
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2025-08-1041 minRun With It30: Grace Tame (part 1): Running to connect, toothbrush abs and speaking outRunning is a thread that weaves through many aspects of Grace Tame’s life.
In this special two-part episode of Run With It, host Elise Beacom connects the dots with Grace, who’s an advocate, public speaker, writer, artist, runner, and the 2021 Australian of the Year (TW: child sexual abuse, mental health and sexual assault).
Part one traces Grace’s sandy footsteps from the Australian Outback Marathon to the political and emotional terrain of survivor advocacy. Grace shares what it took to set a course record in brutal conditions at her recent marathon near Uluru, and how...
2025-08-0355 min
Funnell Your ThoughtsFunnell Your Thoughts #7 - From £20k to £1.1 Million – The Rise of Racehorse Trainer John BestIn the high-stakes world of horse racing, few stories gallop like this one. In this episode, I sit down with John Best, a self-made racehorse trainer whose journey from mucking out ponies to winning at Royal Ascot, Keeneland, Dubai, and St Moritz is as inspiring as it is extraordinary.John shares how he built a world-class training facility from scratch, trained champions like Kingsgate Native, and turned bargain buys into million-pound horses. But it wasn’t always glamour—he talks about riding bareback as a kid, sleeping in tents at Pony Club camp, and how he clawed his way into...
2025-06-022h 54The British Prime MinistersJohn Stuart, 3rd Earl of ButeIn this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we delve into the life and career of Stuart 3rd Earl of Bute. Join us for an insightful exploration!
2025-02-2505 minThe Exposed Negative#75 - Understanding the image & Developing visual language w/ Ted ForbesIn this conversation, Greg & Tom interview Ted Forbes, a renowned photographic educator and YouTube creator, about his journey in photography, his new book, and the evolving landscape of visual communication. Ted shares insights from his unconventional career path, the influence of his time working in an art museum, and the importance of understanding visual language in photography. They discuss the impact of social media and AI on photography, as well as the content and purpose of Ted's new book, which aims to educate photographers on the analytical aspects of creating compelling images. In this conversation, Ted Forbes shares insights...
2025-01-141h 12The Exposed Negative#70 - Fireside w/ Tom & GregIn this episode, Tom and Greg dive into the future of cloud-based photography, comparing innovative tools like Frame.io and Capture One. They share personal tips on organizing RAW files, discuss the latest trends in camera technology, and reflect on how software is reshaping the photography world
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of the...
2024-10-0138 minThe Exposed Negative#62 - Shooting news & being a wire photographer w/ John MooreOn todays show we talk to John Moore about his career in photojournalism, winning the world press prize and working for Getty images.
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of the show, we would greatly appreciate it. Please consider signing up for our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/exposednegative) or...
2024-04-0458 min
The Wonderland Challenge 2: Alice Through The Looking GlassChapter 8. ’It’s My Own Invention’ Alice Through The Looking Glass with 175 readers in aid of Cancer Research UK
Chapter 8 of "Through the Looking-Glass" by Lewis Carroll is titled "It's My Own Invention." In this chapter, Alice finds herself in a garden with a garden of talking flowers. She has a humorous conversation with the Red Queen, who presents her with a riddle and then reveals the answer, which turns out to be a joke about a man with a green wig. The chapter continues to explore the whimsical and illogical nature of Wonderland, as well as Carroll's love for wordplay and...
2023-12-1826 minThe Exposed NegativeS2 #13 - Photographic meaning and life lessons w/ Grant ScottThank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of the show, we would greatly appreciate it. Please consider signing up for our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/exposednegati...) or making a one-time donation through PayPal (https://www.paypal.me/exposednegative).
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2023-05-231h 27
Communicating Purpose with John HigginsonMark Funnell - Communications and Campaigns Director at National TrustMark Funnell is Campaigns and Communications Director at National Trust. Before this role he spent time at DEFRA, the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency. He has a range of experience in various roles across communications and campaigning.
The National Trust operates internal campaigns around nature and wildlife, heritage and landscapes. Recently the National Trust joined 11 more nature NGOs in calling out PM Truss’ growth agenda for prioritising ‘Green, Not Grey’.
2022-10-3124 min
The Exposed NegativeS2 #5 - Listeners Questions w/ Tom & GregIn this weeks episodes we try our best to answer our amazing listeners questions, from licensing to retouching we do a deep dive into how we approach it all. We love doing these episodes so please do e-mail in your questions.
Skin Tone adjustment in Capture One
Capture Pilot and Overlays in Capture One
Area51 Tether cables
Hollyland 400S Pro
DJI Transmission
Accsoon Cineview SE
The AOP
The Dots
Behance
Photobook Cafe
Muse - inspiration board
Shot Deck
Martin Parr photobooks
MagCulture (Physical shop i...
2022-10-201h 54
Chudleigh Baptist ChurchThe Samitain womanIn this episode Tim Funnell speaks from John 4:3-42 on the Samitain woman.
2022-10-1125 min
The Relationship GuyAspiring to a Better Future With Andree FunnellJohn's guest today is Andree Funnell, who has spent over 20 years working as an HR and training manager in large corporate organisations. In 2002, she left full-time employment to start her own business consultancy, Aspiring Future Competence (AFC) who are based on the Essex/Hertfordshire border. AFC is a triple award-winning learning, development and coaching consultancy created to help others aspire to reach their full potential. Andree believes that core values and living authentically are the essence of an individual’s personality and behavioural traits. Andree works to support clients who are seeking to improve their self-confidence, self-belief and...
2022-08-1943 min
Alien MinuteDr. No: Episode 009James Bond scholar, educator, and author Dr. Lisa Funnell (Geographies, Genders, and Geopolitics of James Bond, Warrior Women: Gender, Race, and the Transnational Chinese Star) joins John and Mitch to discuss minutes 56-63 which begin with Bond putting on a record and end with him promising not to steal Ursula Andress' shells.
2022-02-011h 10
James Bond & Friends0115: Licence To TweakWhat changes or different decisions could have been instrumental in improving Licence To Kill's success back in 1989?
Now undergoing a bit of a renaissance as James Bond fans rediscover Timothy Dalton's harder-edged 007, what could have been done differently back in 1989 to give Licence To Kill a better shot a box-office success? What if... The budget hadn't been a limitation? The aesthetic was popular with US audiences? First choices for cast had accepted? Della didn't die? MGM hadn't screwed up the marketing campaign? Our panel ponders these questions and more. You can now email the show at contact...
2022-01-181h 45
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast85 - Football Is Back? Triffic!
As the date of the potential resumption of Premier League football is announced, we bring together the seasoned views of former Cherries icons John Williams, Paul Morrell, Tony Funnell, Keith Williams and Trevor Watkins - who over the last weeks and months have had their say on Project Restart. Plus we hear more from podcast stalwart Neil Dawson, as well as regular presenter Jeff Hayward - who remains cautiously optimistic for a June 17th kick-off! Elsewhere in this pod, it's a chance to take in some clips from our extended interviews series on Youtube, including... Paul Morrell - one...
2020-05-2956 min
The Exposed NegativeS1 #1 - Staying inspired w/ Julian LoveJulian Love is a commercial lifestyle photographer based in London, UK. He’s represented by JSR agency in the UK and RW2 in the US. Having studied Human Sciences at Oxford and then a masters in Biological Anthropology, Julian did a short stint working in management consultancy before moving into photography in the early 2000’s. He works with a variety of international clients on global campaigns.
In this weeks show we discuss with Julian about creating personal projects and producing his own large test shoots in order to generate commercial work, often abroad. We talk about creating a po...
2020-05-141h 19
Captivating Audiobooks Delivering Meaningful Entertainment During Active Modern LifestylesThe Ship of Dreams Audiobook by Gareth RussellListen to full audiobook for free :https://audiobookzap.com/freeTitle: The Ship of DreamsSubtitle: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian EraCategories: 20th Century, England, Europe, Female ProtagonistAuthor: Gareth RussellNarrator: Jenny FunnellPublisher: Simon & Schuster AudioRelease date: 11-19-2019Language: EnglishSummary:This original and “meticulously researched retelling of history’s most infamous voyage” (Denise Kiernan, New York Times best-selling author) uses the sinking of the Titanic as a prism through which to examine the end of the Ed...
2019-11-1900 min
WalkleyTalks PodcastWhat Price Would You Pay?Carrying the trauma of reporting on death, destruction and abuse. Being pursued through the courts to reveal a confidential source. Going up against the biggest institutions in the country to reveal the truth.
Journalists work relentlessly to give the most vulnerable people in society a voice, but at what price? The Walkley Foundation is running a national public awareness campaign, developed in partnership with Naked Communications, across TV, print, online and outdoor advertising. The campaign is themed “What Price Would You Pay?” and asks Australians to re-evaluate the price they’d pay for quality journalism that impacts everyday lives. It highli...
2019-06-2848 min
Geopolitics & EmpireKlaus Dodds: Scramble for the Poles? Geopolitics of the Arctic and AntarcticGeopolitics & Empire · Klaus Dodds: Scramble for the Poles? Geopolitics of the Arctic and Antarctic #093
Professor of geopolitics Klaus Dodds explains the 'Scramble for the Poles' and how elements of stagecraft and triumphant geopolitics are used by countries such as Canada, China, and Russia to gain currency in order to better assert themselves in the Arctic and Antarctic. He explains the legal regimes that govern the regions, the Cold War military history, and what the future holds for one of the last frontiers.
Show Notes
In 30 years the Antarctic Treaty becomes modifiable, and the fate of a continent could hang in t...
2019-01-1000 min
Experience the Magic of Storytelling Without Turning a Single Page With Free Audiobook | Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi: ContemporaryFirst Lord of the Imperium by L J Goulding | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://soundhost.space/freeTitle: First Lord of the ImperiumAuthor: L J GouldingNarrator: John Banks, Beth Chalmers, Jenny Funnell, Jonathan Keeble, Toby LongworthFormat: Original RecordingLength: 24 minsLanguage: EnglishRelease date: 01-11-18Publisher: Black LibraryGenres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi: ContemporarySummary:As the Horus Heresy rages and the death toll rises, one more will be added to the numberless dead: Sibel Niasta, personal astropath to the First Lord of the Imperium, Malcador the Sigillite. As...
2018-01-1124 min
Hear the Magic, Escape Reality With Full Audiobook | History, AmericanVictorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh in the Age of Decorum by Kathryn Hughes | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Victorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh in the Age of DecorumAuthor: Kathryn HughesNarrator: Jenny FunnellFormat: UnabridgedLength: 13 hrs and 43 minsLanguage: EnglishRelease date: 01-26-17Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers LimitedGenres: History, EuropeanSummary:A groundbreaking account of what it was like to live in a Victorian body from one of our best historians, author of The Short Life and Long Times of Mrs Beeton and George Eliot: The Last Victorian.
2017-01-261h 43
11 O'Clock Comics Podcast11 O'Clock Comics Episode 447Desperate times call for desperate measures as Vince goes it alone and talks about ROM #0-4 and ROM: Revolution by Christos Gage, Chris Ryall, David Messina, and Michelle Pasta from IDW, Tarzan: The Beckoning by Thomas Yeates and Henning Kure from Dark Horse, Scooby Apocalypse #6 by Keith Giffen, J. M. DeMatteis, Wellington Alves, Howard Porter, Scott Hanna, Dale Eaglesham, and Hi-Fi, Haunted Horror #24 from Craig Yoe and IDW featuring work by Manny Stallman, John Belcastro, Maurice Gurwith and others, Monster Monster: The Complete Skywald Horror-Mood Masterpiece by Augustine Funnell, Pablo Marcos, Ricardo Villamonte, John Gallagher, and Paul Puigagut and...
2016-11-201h 31
funnelljazzGiant Steps (Word Out, 2009)Giant Steps (John Coltrane, arr. by Jim Funnell)
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Jim Funnell - piano
Oliver Degabriele - double bass
Thibault Perriard - drums
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Charles Frossard at Studio MESA (Soignolles-en-Brie, France) in 2008.
2015-05-2504 min