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Eine kurze Geschichte über...Die RomanowsIn ihrer Jahrhunderte währenden Dynastie verwandelten die Romanows Russland von einem zersplitterten mittelalterlichen Staat in ein riesiges Reich. Ihre Herrschaft begann mit einem widerwilligen jungen Zaren, der ausgewählt wurde, um der sogenannten „Zeit der Wirren“ im Land ein Ende zu setzen, und erreichte ihren Höhepunkt unter Regenten wie Katharina der Großen. Es war eine Zeit, die von Gewalt, Attentaten und autokratischer Herrschaft geprägt war. Und im Jahr 1917 nahm der Lauf der russischen Geschichte eine unumkehrbare Wendung, die das Schicksal der Romanows für immer besiegelte.Doch was wissen wir über ihr Leben, und...
2026-02-031h 02
Short History Of...Nikola TeslaA Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick up your copy now at your local bookstore or visit noiser.com/books to learn more.
Nikola Tesla, the visionary inventor, helped shape the modern world. Hailing from what is now Croatia, he arrived in America with just four cents in his pocket and a head full of inventions. Within a few short years, he revolutionised the burgeoning industry of electricity. As well as induction motors that r...
2026-01-1957 minEine kurze Geschichte über...Die AztekenDiese Folge erschien erstmals am 15. Oktober 2024. Ab nächster Woche gibt’s wieder neue Folgen!Seit ihrer Ankunft in Zentralmexiko im 14. Jahrhundert haben sie die Welt fasziniert. Sie gelten gemeinhin als wildes Volk, das Obsidianmesser, Schädelknochen und unheimliche Überreste von Menschenopfern hinterlassen hat.Doch in Wirklichkeit waren die Azteken viel facettenreicher. Was hat die Geschichte also falsch verstanden? Warum waren sie so gefürchtet und verachtet? Wie wurden sie so mächtig? Und was ist die ganze Wahrheit über ihren Untergang?Das ist eine kurze Geschichte über...die Azteken. Verfasst...
2026-01-061h 00
Politics Weekly UKBest of: Angela Rayner, Nicola Sturgeon, Catherine Ashton and Andy Burnham – podcastPippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look back at some of their best interviews of 2025. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
2025-12-2214 min
Politics WeeklyBest of: Angela Rayner, Nicola Sturgeon, Catherine Ashton and Andy Burnham – podcastPippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look back at some of their best interviews of 2025. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
2025-12-2214 minGuardianBest of: Angela Rayner, Nicola Sturgeon, Catherine Ashton and Andy Burnham – podcastPippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look back at some of their best interviews of 2025. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
2025-12-2214 minEine kurze Geschichte über...Ludwig van BeethovenLudwig van Beethoven, einer der berühmtesten und einflussreichsten Komponisten der Welt, hat die westliche Musik zutiefst geprägt. Obwohl er bereits mit Ende zwanzig anfing, sein Gehör zu verlieren, schuf er im Laufe seiner Karriere einige der bekanntesten Werke der Musikgeschichte, darunter Sinfonien, Sonaten, Streichquartette und Konzerte. Seine Kompositionen sind bis heute für ihre emotionale Tiefe, Innovation und Frische bekannt. Aber wie schaffte es ein ungeschliffener Jugendlicher aus einer rheinischen Kleinstadt, zu einem der berühmtesten Namen der klassischen Musik zu werden? Warum war sein Privatleben von bitteren Enttäuschungen geprägt? Und wie...
2025-12-1658 minEine kurze Geschichte über...Marie-AntoinetteMarie-Antoinette, die letzte Königin Frankreichs vor der Französischen Revolution, ist heute vor allem für ihren extravaganten Lebensstil und ihr umstrittenes Vermächtnis bekannt. Ursprünglich wurde sie wegen ihrer Anmut und ihres Charmes bewundert. Als jedoch revolutionäre Leidenschaft ihr Adoptivland erfasste, wurde sie zum Symbol für königliche Maßlosigkeit und zum Blitzableiter für die öffentliche Empörung.Doch hat sie ihren Ruf der eitlen Gleichgültigkeit wirklich verdient? Inwieweit haben Frauenfeindlichkeit und Fremdenfeindlichkeit ihren Untergang beeinflusst? Und hat sie jemals die berüchtigten Worte „Sollen sie doch Kuchen essen” gesagt?...
2025-11-0456 min
Real Survival StoriesCoast Guard Rescue: Jumping Into a Seething OceanTwo Coast Guard swimmers, Michael Odom and Mario Vittone, are dispatched to rescue the crew of a stricken sailboat. But when the helicopter’s cable malfunctions and fuel runs dangerously low, the crew have no choice but to leave… without Michael. In the open Atlantic, he must fight the overwhelming brutality of the ocean alone. Meanwhile, Mario is wracked with guilt for leaving his friend behind… while a potentially fatal scenario of his own starts to take shape…
A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins.
Written by Nicola Rayner | Produced by Ed Bara...
2025-10-0949 min
Short History Of...Bletchley ParkDuring World War II, a country house in Buckinghamshire hosted some of the UK’s top minds as they worked to crack enemy communications, most famously the German Enigma cipher. It is estimated that breakthroughs at Bletchley Park shortened the conflict by at least two years, saving over 14 million lives.
But why was Bletchley Park chosen, and what was life like there during the war? Who were the brilliant scientists working tirelessly behind its walls? And when did the veil finally lift on the shadowy world of wartime intelligence?
Th...
2025-09-1557 min
Midlife Mavericks PodcastEp.30 Why Men in Midlife Cheat, Burn Out, or Numb Out, and How to Heal with Nicola BeerIn this raw and insightful conversation, relationship therapist and retreat facilitator Nicola Beer shares her powerful journey from trauma and addiction to deep healing and emotional freedom.Nicola opens up about her own struggles with childhood trauma, workaholism, alcohol, and the pressures of masking ADHD. She explains how these patterns often mirror the lives of the high-achieving men she now supports, many of whom feel emotionally disconnected, burned out, and trapped by the very success they’ve worked so hard for.We unpack common midlife issues like porn use, infidelity, dopamine addiction, and the emotional we...
2025-09-031h 13Short History Of...Marie AntoinetteThe last Queen of France before the French Revolution, Marie Antoinette is best known today for her extravagant lifestyle and controversial legacy. Initially admired for her grace and charm, as revolutionary fervour gripped her adopted homeland, she became a symbol of royal excess, and a lightning rod for public resentment.
But did she truly deserve her reputation of vain indifference? To what extent did misogyny and xenophobia shape her downfall? And did she ever utter those infamous words, ‘Let them eat cake’?
This is a Short History Of Marie Antoinette.
2025-08-0454 minEine kurze Geschichte über...Die Französische Revolution, Teil 2 von 2Während der Beginn der Französischen Revolution im Jahr 1789 relativ einfach zu bestimmen ist, ist ihr Ende weitaus schwieriger zu markieren. Nach dem Ausbruch der Revolution stürzte das Land in Jahre politischer, sozialer und wirtschaftlicher Instabilität, während verschiedene neue Regierungen versuchten, die alte Monarchie zu ersetzen.Doch wie konnte sich das Verhältnis zwischen dem König und seinem Volk so sehr verschlechtern? Wer waren die Persönlichkeiten, die nach ihm regierten? Und welche nachhaltigen Auswirkungen hatten diese dunklen Jahre am Ende des 18. Jahrhunderts, die als Schreckensherrschaft bekannt sind?Dies ist...
2025-07-1556 min
The Covid Inquiry PodcastThe Covid Inquiry Podcast Module 6 Week 1 | Broudie Jackson CanterThe evidential hearings for Module 6 of the UK Covid Inquiry began on June 30th 2025.
This week, Nicola Brook and Lorelei King were joined by Professor Vic Rayner OBE, CEO of the National Care Forum.
Together, they discussed everything that happened during the first week of hearings, including evidence from witnesses.
If you've lost a loved one to Covid-19, it isn't too late to be part of the Covid Inquiry. For more information on how to instruct legal representation, visit our website here: https://www.jacksonlees.co.uk/BroudieJacksonCanter/services/covid-inquiry
2025-07-081h 00Eine kurze Geschichte über...Die Französische Revolution, Teil 1 von 2Im späten 18. Jahrhundert erreichten eine Reihe politischer, sozialer, kultureller und wirtschaftlicher Probleme ihren Höhepunkt und eskalierten in der sogenannten Französischen Revolution. Dieses beispiellose Ereignis hatte nicht nur Auswirkungen auf Frankreich, sondern auf die ganze Welt: Es revolutionierte jahrhundertealte Gesellschaftsordnungen und brachte neue Ideen von Freiheit, Gleichheit und Brüderlichkeit nach Europa. Doch wie kam es in Frankreich zu diesem Wendepunkt, der die Revolution auslöste? Ist sie das wichtigste Ereignis der westlichen Geschichte? Und wie konnte eine Bewegung, die auf so edlen Prinzipien beruhte, in eine der blutigsten Perioden der Geschichte abgleiten?...
2025-07-0859 minShort History Of...The Shroud of TurinThe Shroud of Turin is a length of linen, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth. Its most famous feature is the blurry imprint of a man’s face, which resembles the pictures of Jesus that have passed down to us over the centuries.
Revered by millions, the Shroud is the most scientifically studied object in the world, but why does its recorded history only reach back to the 1350s? Where did it go in the intervening centuries? And will we ever be able to prove whether it’s a rea...
2025-07-0755 min
Quick Book Reviews with Philippa HallBelinda Bauer AND Esther Freud interviewsI interview Belinda Bauer about The Impossible Thing& interview Esther Freud about My Sister & Other LoversI also review Long Time Dead by T M PayneHermit by Chris McQueerOranges Are Not The Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson Julie Chan Is Dead by Liann ZhangEsther Freud recommends:The Light Years by Elizabeth Jane Howard The Paris Dancer by Nicola RaynerThere Are Rivers In The Sky by Elif ShafakEmail Philippa: quickbookreviews@outlook.comYou ca...
2025-06-3040 minShort History Of...The Spanish FluThe influenza pandemic of 1918-20 infected about one-third of the world’s population at the time, killing at least 50 million people. Occurring during the First World War, what became known as the Spanish Flu spread rapidly as soldiers moved across continents. It overwhelmed hospitals, led to mass graves, and disrupted societies worldwide.
But what made the disease so deadly? Was it really Spanish? And what lessons had been learned by the time Covid-19 emerged, a century later?
This is a Short History Of The Spanish Flu.
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2025-06-2356 minShort History Of...The RomanovsThroughout their centuries-long dynasty, the Romanovs oversaw the transformation of Russia from a fragmented medieval state, into a vast empire. Despite their power though, the period of the Romanovs was plagued by violence, assassinations, and the heavy hand of autocratic rule. Then, in 1917, the course of Russian history took an irreversible turn, and the fate of the Romanovs was changed forever.
So what do we know of the lives of the Romanov family? Was it possible for monarchs such as Catherine the Great to balance Enlightenment ideals with absolute power? And did any of t...
2025-05-191h 01
Ancient CivilisationsThe Lighthouse of AlexandriaThe Lighthouse of Alexandria was a testament to human ingenuity and architectural brilliance. Built in the third century BC on the small island of Pharos, it was the first lighthouse in recorded history and the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Standing over 100 metres high, it provided a vital beacon for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
But who built the lighthouse? How did it change during its 17 centuries overlooking the city? And, after its final collapse in the 1300s, how does its legend still endure?
2025-05-0954 minAncient CivilisationsThe Sutton Hoo Ship BurialThe discovery at Sutton Hoo of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his lavish treasure is one of the greatest archaeological finds on English soil. But who was the man considered worthy of such a splendid burial? Why was there no trace of human remains? What lies beneath the other mounds on the site? And why bury a body in a ship? A Noiser production, written by Nicola Rayner. With thanks to Gareth Williams, curator at the British Museum and author of Treasures From Sutton Hoo.
2025-04-1155 minShort History Of...The Tudors, Part 2 of 2The later Tudor years were a time of turmoil, political intrigue, and national transformation. Initially defined by crises of succession, and shifts in the religious landscape, the period went on to see the reign of some of the most famous royal women in history. And, under the 44-year reign of Queen Elizabeth I, Britain experienced a golden age of culture and exploration. But what made Elizabeth excel as a sovereign in a way that outshone her predecessors? Did ordinary Tudors care who was on the throne? And how did such a powerful dynasty come t...
2025-04-071h 00Short History Of...The Tudors, Part 1 of 2The Tudors are the most famous royal family in English history, ruling from 1485 to 1603. The dynasty began with the reign of King Henry VII, and ended with his granddaughter, Elizabeth I. Marked by political, religious, and cultural change, the Tudor era shaped the course of English history, and paved the way for modern Britain. But how did the first Tudor king fight his way to power? What drove his son, Henry VIII, to break away from Rome and establish his own church? And who were the astonishing women who defined the reign of the T...
2025-03-311h 02Short History Of...Ludwig van BeethovenOne of the world’s most influential composers, Ludwig van Beethoven changed the course of Western music. Despite losing his hearing, he created some of history’s most celebrated works, and his compositions are renowned for their emotional depth, innovation, and freshness to this day.But how did an unpolished youth from the German Rhineland rise to become one of the most famous names in classical music? Why was his private life beset by disappointment? And how did he continue to produce such extraordinary works, even as deafness overtook him?Th...
2025-03-1055 min
Australian HighlightsKat Ross, Include Her founderAstronomer Dr Kat Ross has been frustrated many times by the ‘lone male genius’ myth in science. Pervasive narratives that ‘women don’t do science’ are not accurate, and Kat is on a mission to prove it. Kat is a proud bisexual, agender person who loves pink and is the founder of IncludeHer, an international not-for-profit organisation working with teachers, governments, curriculum developers and students to help create a modern, engaging and relatable perception of science.Hear comedian Lou Conran’s admiration for her sister, a renowned research scientist, and her amazement at the situation of things. She...
2025-03-0740 minAncient CivilisationsThe AztecsSince the arrival of the Aztecs in central Mexico from the early 1300s, history has been fascinated by them. They’re widely reputed to be a savage people who left behind obsidian knives, skull racks, and disturbing remnants of human sacrifice. But in reality, the Aztecs were far more multifaceted than that. So what else has history gotten wrong about the Aztecs? Why were they so feared and reviled? How did they become so powerful? And what is the full truth about their downfall?A Noiser production, written by Nicola Rayner. With thanks to Ca...
2025-02-2857 minShort History Of...Butch CassidyLeader of the Wild Bunch gang, Butch Cassidy was a legendary American criminal who engineered infamous bank and train robberies across the West in the late 19th century. His charisma and careful planning ensured he eluded capture for years. And when, in 1901, he fled the law to South America with his partner, the Sundance Kid, reports differ as to what exactly became of him….Could Cassidy have survived, quietly living out the rest of his days back in the United States? What is the real truth about his life? And was Butch Cassidy the ki...
2025-02-1055 min
We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)The TBR List: The Paris Dancer by Nicola RaynerWe are joined by the wonderful Nicola Rayner to discuss her upcoming novel, The Paris Dancer! Despite our infamous struggles with technical difficulties, we dived deep into her writing process and how she approaches challenging scenes, what inspired her to write about dancers during World War 2, and her theory on how everyone has a dance.Preorder your copy of The Paris Dancer from any good book shop, or pick it up in store on February 13th!
2025-02-0942 minShort History Of...The Lighthouse of AlexandriaThe Lighthouse of Alexandria was a testament to human ingenuity and architectural brilliance. Built in the third century BC on the small island of Pharos, it was the first lighthouse in recorded history and the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Standing over 100 metres high, it provided a vital beacon for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean Sea. But who built the lighthouse? How did it change during its 17 centuries overlooking the city? And, after its final collapse in the 1300s, how does its legend still endure?
2024-11-1154 minShort History Of...The NormansAsk any British school child for a significant date in history, and they’ll likely offer 1066 - the year of William the Conqueror’s Norman invasion of England. But William was just one prominent Norman figure, and 1066 was a single chapter in a much larger story. Settling in northern France in the early 10th century, the Normans were a formidable, cunning, bold and ruthless force, who moulded Medieval Europe, and left a lasting legacy across the British Isles.But where else did the Normans establish their dominance? Who were William’s compatriots, and how did th...
2024-09-0953 minShort History Of...Elvis PresleyOne of the best-selling solo music artists of all time, Elvis Presley embodied the spirit of rebellion and youth culture in the 1950s. He redefined popular music by blending his distinctive voice with elements of rock, country, blues and gospel. In addition to winning three Grammy awards, he also starred in 31 feature films, and two concert documentaries. But how did a young working-class truck driver rise to unprecedented fame? Why did Elvis rarely leave the United States, despite offers from all over the world? And what led to his decline and early death at j...
2024-09-0258 minShort History Of...ConstantinopleFrom humble beginnings as a modest Greek colony, through its later grandeur as part of the Roman and Ottoman Empire, the city of Constantinople has witnessed centuries of transformation. A melting pot of cultures and religions, it was the bridge between the East and West, where ideas, trade, and people converged. How then, did Mehmed II succeed where so many others had failed? What did the fall of the city in 1453 mean for the next stage of its history? And what other highs, lows, and ruthless ambition did it witness for more than a m...
2024-08-1256 min
Battle LinesWikileaks' impact, China's crackdown in Tibet, Gaza updateIn this episode of Battle Lines we're going to explore the impact of WikiLeaks from a conflict and security perspective and ask the Telegraph's Gordon Rayner and journalist Colin Freeman what founder Julian Assange's intentions really were. We also hear from journalist Dorjee Wangmo about Chinese oppression in Tibet and get an update on the dire situation in Gaza from Nicola Smith.ContributorsVenetia Rainey (Host)Colin FreemanGordon Rayner (Associate Editor)Nicola Smith (Asia Correspondent) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-2837 minShort History Of...Martin Luther King JrA pivotal figure in the American civil rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr played a crucial role in challenging racial discrimination in the United States. Believed to have been one of America’s greatest ever orators, his speeches inspired millions, and galvanised support for racial equality. But despite his successes, his message of egalitarianism and advocacy of nonviolent protest was met by many with opposition and rage. So what set King on the path that would change the lives of millions? Why did the FBI begin its campaign of surveillance against him? And what is his legacy today? ...
2024-05-271h 05
50 Shades of PlanningGrey BeltSam Stafford was in London recently and took the opportunity to catch up with friends of the podcast Catriona Riddell, Shelly Rouse and Nicola Gooch at Soho Radio Studios. One topic, the hot topic of the past few weeks, dominated the conversation.
“Labour pledges housebuilding drive on Grey Belt with ‘golden rules’ to boost public services, affordable homes and improve green spaces”, so announced a press release dated 19 April.
Keir Starmer has today set out five ‘golden rules’ for Grey Belt housebuilding, pledging to deliver affordable homes, boost infrastructure and public services like schools and GPs, and imp...
2024-05-0447 min
Best of the SpectatorThe Edition: the dangers of political prosecutionThis week: the usual targets
First: Trump is on trial again – and America is bored rather than scandalised. This is his 91st criminal charge and his supporters see this as politicised prosecution. As an American, Kate Andrews has seen how the law can be used as a political weapon – so why, she asks, is Britain importing the same system? In less than 18 months, the police have been sent to investigate Rishi Sunak for his seat-belt, Nicola Sturgeon for campaign funds, and Angela Rayner over her electoral registry: each time, the complainant is political and the process is the puni...
2024-04-1831 min
The EditionThe dangers of political prosecutionThis week: the usual targetsFirst: Trump is on trial again – and America is bored rather than scandalised. This is his 91st criminal charge and his supporters see this as politicised prosecution. As an American, Kate Andrews has seen how the law can be used as a political weapon – so why, she asks, is Britain importing the same system? In less than 18 months, the police have been sent to investigate Rishi Sunak for his seat-belt, Nicola Sturgeon for campaign funds, and Angela Rayner over her electoral registry: each time, the complainant is political and the process is the puni...
2024-04-1831 minShort History Of...The AztecsSince the arrival of the Aztecs in central Mexico from the early 1300s, history has been fascinated by them. They’re widely reputed to be a savage people who left behind obsidian knives, skull racks, and disturbing remnants of human sacrifice. But in reality, the Aztecs were far more multifaceted than that. So what else has history gotten wrong about the Aztecs? Why were they so feared and reviled? How did they become so powerful? And what is the full truth about their downfall? This is a Short History Of The Aztecs. A Noiser production, wr...
2024-04-0857 minShort History Of...The French Revolution, Part 2 of 2It’s simple enough to pinpoint the beginnings of the French Revolution in 1789, but far more difficult to mark its end. Following the initial outbreak of revolution, France was plunged into years of political, social and economic instability, as various new governments sought to replace the ancient monarchy. But how did the relationship between the king and his people deteriorate so badly? Who were the figures that ruled after him? And what was the lasting impact of those dark years at the end of the 18th century known as the Reign of Terror? This is Part 2 of a...
2024-03-0651 minShort History Of...The French Revolution, Part 1 of 2During the late 18th Century, a series of political, social, cultural, and economic issues reached breaking point, exploding in what is now known as the French Revolution. This unprecedented event affected not just France, but the rest of the world - reinventing centuries-old approaches to society, and introducing Europe to brand new ideas of liberty, equality, and fraternity. But how did France reach the tipping point that triggered the Revolution? Is it the most important event in Western history? And how did a movement founded on such noble principles, descend into one of the bloodiest periods in history?
2024-03-0452 min
Enjoy Selection of Full Audiobooks in Fiction & Literature, GeneralLadder: Life Lessons from Women Who Scaled the Heights & Dodged the Snakes - Cathy NewmanListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Ladder: Life Lessons from Women Who Scaled the Heights & Dodged the SnakesAuthor: Cathy NewmanNarrator: Harriet DunlopFormat: UnabridgedLength: 6:40:03Language: EnglishRelease date: 02-29-2024Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers UKGenres: Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, Social Science, WomenSummary:From the bestselling author of Bloody Brilliant Women
The Ladder brings together discussions between women – about work, love, growth, challenge, the big decisions and the stories of their lives.
Offering inspiration and wise counsel fr...
2024-02-296h 40Short History Of...The Sutton Hoo Ship BurialThe discovery at Sutton Hoo of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his lavish treasure is one of the greatest archaeological finds on English soil. But who was the man considered worthy of such a splendid burial? Why was there no trace of human remains? What lies beneath the other mounds on the site? And why bury a body in a ship? This is a Short History of the Sutton Hoo Ship Burial.Written by Nicola Rayner. With thanks to Gareth Williams, cu...
2023-08-2856 min
Matt Forde's Political PartyShow 322 - *Humza Yousaf - LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival*It's been an incredible start to Humza Yousaf's time as First Minister and he reflects on the unique situation he's had to deal with in this candid and light-hearted interview. From the news of Nicola Sturgeon's arrest, to his first awkward chat with Rishi Sunak, he shares the privileges and pressures of being First Minister. Humza talks openly about his mental health, but also his physical health where he's enlisted the help of Joe Wicks to shed his 'dad bod'. It's a real mix, with deep conversations about race, class and toxic masculinity, alongside a very h...
2023-08-091h 05
Political FixThe damning verdict on Boris JohnsonThe blistering report into Boris Johnson’s behaviour by the House of Commons privileges committee casts doubt over his political future. The FT’s Whitehall editor Lucy Fisher is joined by FT columnists Stephen Bush and Miranda Green to discuss the committee’s brutal conclusions — and where the former prime minister goes next. Plus, the FT’s Scotland correspondent Lukanyo Mnyanda joins Lucy from Edinburgh for an update on the turmoil engulfing the ruling Scottish National Party.Follow Lucy on Twitter @LOS_FisherRead a transcript of this episode on FT.comWant mor...
2023-06-1630 min
Straight UpThe epic Peltz-Beckham wedding fall out, Paris Hilton’s birth phobia and horror’s hottest actorFirst up today darlings is a whistlestop recommendation rundown for New York, where Ellie celebrated her 30th last week, followed by a blow-by-blow look at the car crash that is the Peltz-Beckham wedding lawsuit drama. Then, a further debrief on the unofficial first family of Britain, from whether we think Victoria Beckham is a nice person, featuring *alleged* intel from Kathleen, who once met one of the Beckham’s nannies, to Ellie’s experience of interviewing a rather handsy David.Also on the topic of weddings, we cover the rise of the “couple podcast” and debrief one of Kathl...
2023-03-021h 07
Chopper's PoliticsSturgeon says goodbye and what it means for ScotlandWell, if there was any danger of recess getting boring, Nicola Sturgeon had other ideas. Just as Chopper was taking a well-earned holiday, the First Minister shocked Scotland and the United Kingdom by resigning after eight years in the job. So where does this leave Scotland and the future of the union, and what will be the ripple effect on Westminster?The Telegraph's Gordon Rayner and Alan Cochrane head to the studio to discuss just that, whether Sturgeon will end up backseat driving for the new leader of the SNP and if this could be the end...
2023-02-1618 minShort History Of...The Mona LisaLeonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is the most famous painting in the world. 500 years old and just 77x53cm in size, it is kept behind bulletproof glass in the Louvre museum in Paris, where it draws 10 million visitors a year. But how did a small portrait find global fame? Who is the woman in the painting, and why is the world so intrigued by her smile?This is a Short History Of the Mona Lisa.Written by Nicola Rayner. With thanks to Donald Sassoon, historian and the author of Mona Lisa: The History of th...
2023-02-1354 min
Listen to Top Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveWhat Happened on Floor 34? by Caroline CorcoranPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/576199 to listen full audiobooks. Title: What Happened on Floor 34? Author: Caroline Corcoran Narrator: Jessica Whittaker Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 39 minutes Release date: January 19, 2023 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: ‘Caroline Corcoran’s workplace thriller has more twists than a forkful of spaghetti!’ – Fabulous Her dream job just became her worst nightmare… My name is Rose, and I work for one of the country’s biggest newspapers. I was the Day Editor. Will Frost was the Night Editor. When I got to the office, Will had already left. When I left, Will arrived. We were two sid...
2023-01-1905 min
Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseWhat Happened on Floor 34? by Caroline CorcoranPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/576199 to listen full audiobooks. Title: What Happened on Floor 34? Author: Caroline Corcoran Narrator: Jessica Whittaker Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 39 minutes Release date: January 19, 2023 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: ‘Caroline Corcoran’s workplace thriller has more twists than a forkful of spaghetti!’ – Fabulous Her dream job just became her worst nightmare… My name is Rose, and I work for one of the country’s biggest newspapers. I was the Day Editor. Will Frost was the Night Editor. When I got to the office, Will had already left. When I left, Will arrived. We were two sides of...
2023-01-1905 min
The History HiveMurder at Kirk o'Field 1567This week we discussed the murder of the second husband of Mary Queen of Scots, Lord Darnley and the unsung victim of this story his valet, who's bodies were mysteriously found near the scene of a gunpowder explosion of the house they were staying in, half dressed and murdered. But who would commit such an awful crime? Listen to this weeks episode as we discuss all suggested theories throughout history and shed some light on our own views.Find us on social media, @Tudortalktime on all platforms. Let us know what you think and if there is...
2022-12-1035 min
Mindfully ThriveEp. 16 The Beauty of Curiosity and the Pleasures of Simplicity, with Jeanie ScottSend us a textThis week I had Jeanie Scott, skin therapist on the show and we have a fun conversation with some tough bits in between. No story is linear and the light brings with it shadows or as you'll hear the shadow is what perhaps lights your soul purpose up, as Jeanie shares her story of embracing the difficulties and getting curious about them, this led to finding her purpose and to share her gifts, ultimately bringing joy in others. You will hear what Jeanie is getting out of bed for in...
2021-05-2245 min
Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveYou and Me by Nicola RaynerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/426998 to listen full audiobooks. Title: You and Me Author: Nicola Rayner Narrator: Kristin Atherton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 53 minutes Release date: October 1, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: The perfect gripping, twisty suspense for fans of Netflix’s You and Lisa Jewell’s Watching You This is not a love story… Watching sunrises together should have been romantic. But you were always inside with your wife, and I sat in your garden, in the shadows. I thought you’d never know how I felt about you. Until one nigh...
2020-10-0105 min
Floating - Swimming Stories with Joe MinihaneNicola RaynerMy guest on the latest episode of Floating is Nicola Rayner. Nicola is the author of The Girl Before You and the newly released You And Me. She’s also a keen wild swimmer. We went for a dip in the Thames at Port Meadow in Oxford and discussed water’s role in writing, its power to heal and dealing with swans while having a swim.
2020-09-3038 min
Nobody Told Me...Nobody Told Me... I'd Be Abducted At GunpointOriginally from Abergavenny in South Wales, journalist Nicole Rayner spent her early twenties travelling in South America. On the final leg of her travels, she found herself in her dream city, Buenos Aires, Argentina - A country she says she fell in love with. But her romance with Argentina came to an abrupt end when a taxi ride turned to total terror and she was abducted at gunpoint. This is Nicola's story in her own words.
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2020-09-2300 min
Always Take Notes#74: Jay Rayner, restaurant critic, the ObserverSimon and Rachel speak with Jay Rayner, the restaurant critic of the Observer. After studying politics at Leeds University, where he edited the student newspaper, Jay entered national newspaper journalism, winning Young Journalist of the Year at the British Press Awards in 1992. The restaurant critic of the Observer since 1999, Jay has also worked extensively in television, including as a judge on Masterchef, and written several books. Jay talked about how, in his view, there is no such thing as “food writing” (just writing that happens to be about food), his lesser-known stint as a novelist and his celebrated hatchet job on L...
2020-01-221h 00
Download Latest Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseMagpie by Sophie DraperPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/381125 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Magpie Author: Sophie Draper Narrator: Richard Trinder, Antonia Beamish Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 17 minutes Release date: November 28, 2019 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: The dark, twisty new domestic suspense that will leave you gasping – from the author of Cuckoo She’s married to him. But does she know him at all? Claire lives with her family in a beautiful house overlooking the water. But she feels as if she’s married to a stranger – one who is leading a double life. As soon as she can get their son Joe away...
2019-11-2805 min
Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Girl Before You by Nicola RaynerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368385 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Girl Before You Author: Nicola Rayner Narrator: Lucy Rayner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 32 minutes Release date: September 12, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.17 of Total 6 Ratings of Narrator: 4.67 of Total 3 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: ‘The new GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ Observer What did he do to … The Girl Before You ASK HIM NO QUESTIONS, HE'LL TELL YOU NO LIES… Alice has always been haunted by the women from her husband’s past. As a politician and now a TV personality, George Bell’s reputation as a ladies’ man precedes him...
2019-09-1205 min
Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #316 - Every Episode is Someone’s FirstSend us a textA not-so-young, far-from-genius accidentally starts a debate that amplifies the Psycho-Reactive Slime within Castle Wolfenstein, causing arguments, shouting matches and *gasp* the removal of the host intros? It’s just another episode of Trick or Treat Radio and every episode could be someone’s first! On Episode 316 we discuss the Canadian horror flick, Our House from director Anthony Scott Burns and IFC Midnight. We also have an impromptu discussion about the trajectory and staying power of comic book films and we attempt to tackle some of the controversy surrounding nerd culture, then we discuss the...
2018-08-173h 06Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #316 - Every Episode is Someone’s FirstSend us a textA not-so-young, far-from-genius accidentally starts a debate that amplifies the Psycho-Reactive Slime within Castle Wolfenstein, causing arguments, shouting matches and *gasp* the removal of the host intros? It’s just another episode of Trick or Treat Radio and every episode could be someone’s first! On Episode 316 we discuss the Canadian horror flick, Our House from director Anthony Scott Burns and IFC Midnight. We also have an impromptu discussion about the trajectory and staying power of comic book films and we attempt to tackle some of the controversy surrounding nerd culture, then we discuss the...
2018-08-173h 06
The Little Peace of Mind PodcastThe Transformation of Eczema and Digestive ProblemsBonita Rayner-Jones joins Nicola as today's guest. Bonita has been a long-time sufferer from eczema and digestive problems - often associated with anxiety - and in this episode she shares how her understanding of the Principles moved her from not being able to go out and enjoy a social life to one where she, in her words, 'just doesn't go down the rabbit hole of that thinking' any more.
2017-08-2439 min