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"Mami hat Papi erstochen" - wie Only-Fans Model Abigail White zur Mörderin wurde
Sie nennt sich selbst „Fake Barbie“. Denn sie hat platinblonde, lange Haare, lange Wimpern, perfekt manikürte Nägel, große Brüste und trägt gern enge, kurze Kleider. Abigail White weiß, dass sie schön ist. So schön, dass sie ein Star auf der Plattform „Only Fans“ ist. Dort postet sie freizügige Bilder und hat zehntausende Follower. In ihrem ersten Jahr verdiente sie mit ihren Fotos und Videos 50.000 Pfund, also etwa 60.000 Euro. Aber hinter dem schönen Aussehen verbirgt sich etwas Hässliches. Denn Abigail White trägt eine riesige Wut in sich. Eine Wut, die tödlich enden wird...
2025-06-10
1h 08
Lucy Phere
Czekała na autobus, widzieli ją świadkowie a mimo wszystko... zniknęła | Podcast kryminalny
⭐ Bobbi-Anne McLeodŹródła:https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/bobbi-anne-mcleod-murder-accused-6905037https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2022-05-19/murder-timeline-shows-teens-body-lay-undiscovered-as-killer-had-pizzahttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/may/19/murderer-of-bobbi-anne-mcleod-cody-ackland-was-fascinated-with-killer-ted-bundyhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10687087/Indie-band-guitarist-24-ADMITS-killing-teenager-Bobbi-Anne-McLeod-18-Plymouth-year.htmlhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/bobbi-anne-mcleod-know-hunt-25544320https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/bobbi-anne-mcleod-death-plymouth-b1963106.htmlhttps://www.falmouthpacket.co.uk/news/20152275.bobbi-anne-mcleod-murder-plymouth-man-jailed-life/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/cody-ackland-plymouth-bobbi-anne-mcleod-sentence-b2082576.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/nov/24/plymouth-mourns-bobbi-anne-mcleod-as-familys-fears-are-realisedhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/nov/24/broth...
2024-02-19
34 min
Confluence
Confluence with Chris Hines MBE - Episode 14
It's very apt to be sharing this episode on Valentine's Day as we are joined by someone who has a lifelong love of water, and protecting it, Chris Hines MBE. Not afraid to speak out for environmental causes, Chris co-founded Surfers Against Sewage and we learn about his achievements while there. Plus we hear about his work on sustainability in the early years of The Eden Project, his public speaking and his new project, A Grain of Sand. Chris shares his views on activism, politics, water sector polices and decisions, embedding the triple bottom line...
2024-02-14
46 min
Confluence
Confluence with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison - The Thousand Year Trust - Episode 13
We are joined for our first Confluence podcast in our 30th anniversary year by Merlin Hanbury-Tenison from The Thousand Year Trust. The charity is dedicated to bringing Atlantic Temperate Rainforests to life across the south west and the UK. Merlin shares his passion for this type of forest and the benefit to the health and well being of both ecosystems and humans they provide. We learn the fascinating fact that the ancient woodland on the land where he grew up on Bodmin Moor is around 3 to 4,000 years old; how these habitats sequester carbon and hold...
2024-01-19
40 min
Confluence
Confluence with Stu Pearce - Citizen Science & MS - Episode 12
In the latest Confluence podcast, host Josie Purcell chats with Stu Pearce about his involvement with Westcountry CSI and living with MS (Multiple Sclerosis). Learn more from Stu about how his river monitoring activity motivates him, plus his plans to convert his bike to carry his monitoring kit. You'll also hear about his band, aptly named for this podcast, No Ordinary Fish. For MS support, please visit: mstrust.org.uk mssociety.org.uk overcomingms.org You can also read Stu's blog for the MS Trust at mstrust...
2023-12-21
25 min
Confluence
Confluence with Lily Khandker - Black 2 Nature - Episode 11
In this epsiode, we speak to Lily Khandker, Head of Operations for Black 2 Nature. Black 2 Nature is a charity that works tirelessly to promote cultural change in the environmental sector, across the Westcountry. Focusing on topics such as environmental education and justice, we delve into the barriers that exist for minority groups in the environmental sector, and discuss the importance of connecting young people with blue and green spaces. Rivers are for everyone to enjoy, so listen in to hear how we can create a more diverse and inclusive future within nature.
2023-11-27
35 min
UK True Crime Podcast
The Bus Stop: Episode 358
It was just a normal Saturday evening for 18 year old Bobbi-Anne McLeod as she waited for a bus to take her into Plymouth to meet her boyfriend. But it was anything but a normal Saturday, as driving the streets of Plymouth at that time was a predator looking for a victim.... Writing Credit: Megan Grant. See Megan's work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megathachristie/?igshid=MmIzYWVlNDQ5Yg%3D%3DFind out more about the UK True Crime Podcast:https://uktruecrime.comJoin me at Patreon:https://www.patreon.com...
2023-09-26
24 min
Exeter Rider Motorcycle Podcast
Exeter Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, More Pollution, Longer Journey times, More Stress
00:00 Exeter Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, More Pollution, Longer Journey times, More Stress02:20 First Of Many Interruptions From Unhappy Residents 05:52 Exeter Trafic Blocked Vaughan Road, Hamlin Lane, St Marks Avenue, Whipton Lane, and Ladysmith Road06:40 Another Unhappy Local10:26 Exeter Ladysmith Road Bus Gate10:53 Exeter Map Of The LTN Scheme Road Blocks11:38 Anne Jobson OBE , Exeter Conservative15:08 LTNs Risk To Life?15:55 Another Happy Devon County Council Customer19:02 Sidmouth Road Exeter Bridge 20:29 Exeter LTN And Council Money-Making Cameras20:41 Exeter LTN Scheme Conclusion23:23 Rishi Sunak, Low Traffic Neighbourhood Scheme urban planning
2023-09-23
25 min
Thank God It's Toby: Highlights
Seth Lakeman
Seth Lakeman, a Westcountry musical luminary, has been captivating audiences with his unique blend of folk enchantment for years. With an illustrious career marked by a series of remarkable albums and unforgettable performances, Seth continues to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories. His latest release, "The Somerset Sessions," is a testament to his artistic prowess and unrelenting dedication to his craft.Following a limited vinyl pressing for Record Store Day 2023, "The Somerset Sessions" quickly garnered a fervent demand that transcended its initial scope. Due to popular appeal, the album is now receiving a wider release on Signed CD...
2023-08-17
20 min
Thank God It's Toby Highlights
Seth Lakeman
Seth Lakeman, a Westcountry musical luminary, has been captivating audiences with his unique blend of folk enchantment for years. With an illustrious career marked by a series of remarkable albums and unforgettable performances, Seth continues to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories. His latest release, "The Somerset Sessions," is a testament to his artistic prowess and unrelenting dedication to his craft.Following a limited vinyl pressing for Record Store Day 2023, "The Somerset Sessions" quickly garnered a fervent demand that transcended its initial scope. Due to popular appeal, the album is now receiving a wider release...
2023-08-17
16 min
Confluence
Confluence with Tidelines - The Salmon Run - Episode 10
We're speaking salmon for this episode of the Confluence podcast, specifically the Salmon Run taking place on Sunday 24 September on World Rivers Day. Hear from Jo Salter and Anne-Marie Culhane, artists and directors of the Exe estuary-based community arts and science Tidelines CIC as they tell us about their exciting Salmon Run event. Celebrating the connection between the river and the sea and the life of the iconic Salmon, people can learn more about this fish and wider environmental matters as they don their running shoes or visit on the day. See a mermaid bring...
2023-08-10
32 min
Moving Matters
Episode 72: Moving Matters with Adam Chudley of B K Moving & Storage Group
In this episode Adam Chudley, Director of B K Moving & Storage Group discusses how he got involved within the industry about 20 years ago, although he feels he was born into the industry as he is the son of Mark Chudley (episode 23) and grandson of Derek Blatchford. B K Moving & Storage Group are based in Exeter and trade under the names of Blatchford’s International, King & Kearey and Westcountry Removals. Blatchford’s was started by Adam’s great grandfather Walter Blatchford in the 1930’s, making Adam a fourth-generation remover! B K Moving offer local and national removals, some commerci...
2023-07-27
50 min
Confluence
Confluence with Sophie Pierce - Wild River Swimming - Episode 9
In this episode, Sophie Pierce lets us in on the magic of wild river swimming. As the author of three wild swimming guides, Sophie Pierce has ample experience of wading through Westcountry waters and is keen to share her river stories and wisdom with us. Check out her books, including her newest release, The Green Hill, at www.sophiepierce.co.uk. If this episode leaves you inspired to take a dip in your local river, make sure to check out our statement on wild swimming at wrt.org.uk/our-reports. Think...
2023-06-30
27 min
The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast
Eilidh Sinclair | AP15s Final Preview
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland and Exeter Chiefs winger Eilidh Sinclair. Eilidh joins Chris Paterson for a deep dive into her rugby journey so far; her breadth of experience in both 15s and 7s; her time in Australia; and her recent performance that secured Exeter Chiefs their semi-final victory. They also look ahead to this Saturday's Allianz Premier 15s final as they seek to make history against Westcountry rivals Gloucester-Hartpury - live on BBC iPlayer (kick off 3.30pm).
2023-06-22
24 min
Story Strumpets
Episode 7: Bus Over Troubled Waters by Tim Clark (Featuring Dan Ayres)
He planned ahead. He's got his playlist, he's got his coffee and he's got the perfect plan to tackle public transport in this new city now that his car broke down... That is, until the bus shows up. Join the Story Strumpets and special guest Dan Ayres (Story Strumpets Alumni) to talk about how to make a story more multi sensory and how to build a little more world around it. Dan Ayres is a British game writer, script writer and slag about town who was inexplicably born in Uganda, reared in England’s Westcountry and now merri...
2023-06-20
38 min
Specimens
Sophie Pavelle - Science Communicator + Author
In episode 042 Elle chats with Sophie Pavelle, science communicator and author. Sophie finds creative routes to storytelling, putting a contemporary twist on the natural history genre across wide audiences through her compelling science communication and candid approach. Sophie currently works as Communications Coordinator for Beaver Trust and presented their award-winning documentary Beavers Without Borders. She is also an Ambassador for The Wildlife Trusts, and sits on the RSPB England Advisory Committee. Sophie co-hosts The LodgeCast for Beaver Trust, and has narrated several independent natural history documentaries, as well as narrating her own audiobook for Bloomsbury. She also narrates the long-read...
2023-06-19
39 min
The Modern Mann
Sex, Sobriety and Rock & Roll
Booze, drugs and music are deeply intertwined - from the beers given to bands in their ‘riders’ to the excessive consumption facilitated by festivals and after-show parties.For music promoter Chris De Banks, consuming up to thirty pints a day had become typical behaviour. In the fug of his addiction, he lost jobs, friends and self-respect.Following rehab in 2016, he founded Not Saints, the UK’s only record label working with musicians in recovery from addiction.In this candid conversation with Olly, Chris traces his pr...
2023-06-10
1h 24
The Ghoul Club
Episode 51 - Spooktacular Shenanigans in the Westcountry
Alrite me luvver? Ark at ee going off to the barn with that Daisy cow! Almost a year in to The Ghoul Club, we're revisiting our home in the Westcountry to find some ghoulish stories that we missed the first time around. We're starting in Dorset (yes, it is part of the South West!) with Athelhampton House and its many, many ghosts. Then we delve into Sally in the woods, Sally on the barn, Sally making love—a story that is deeply rooted in Westcountry folklore and has plenty of twists and turns. We also discuss lying about our st...
2023-06-01
55 min
Confluence
Confluence with Angela Gall - all about Allis - Episode 8
We are honoured to chat with first-time children's book author and marine biologist with Natural England, Angela (Angie) Gall. Angie (and her employer's) are kindly donating the sales of her fabulously written and beautifully illustrated book about an elusive fish to our charity. Listen along to learn about the life of Allis the Shad Who Wouldn't Give Up from the Tamar river to the sea and all the trials and tribulations this species must face and overcome. You can join us on 8 June 2023 on Plymouth Hoe too as part of our #BringingRivers2U...
2023-05-31
31 min
The Fly Culture Podcast
Harry Chance - Fishing the Westcountry
Send us a textI am joined on the river with Westcountry fly angler and guide Harry Chance.We talk about his love of fishing the small streams of Devon, look for some rising trout along with his work with the Environment Agency.We talk tactics and enjoy time together on the river.
2023-05-31
1h 13
NVC Life with Rachelle Lamb
A conversation with storyteller Dr. Martin Shaw
In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to renowned storyteller and mythologist, Dr. Martin Shaw. Dr Shaw was born and raised in England and is author of seventeen books, including "A Branch from the Lightning Tree: Ecstatic Myth and the Grace of Wildness”, ”Snowy Tower: Parzival and the Wet, Black Branch of Language,” and “Scatterlings, Getting Claimed in the age of Amnesia” Each book showcases Shaw's unique ability to weave together ancient wisdom, poetic language, and a deep understanding of the human psyche. Eric Utne, founder of the Utne Reader says of Martin: “Martin Shaw is a conjurer...
2023-05-23
22 min
caithnesscraftcollective
Me Made May in Mey 15
Today I talk about the Newale Cardigan by Cecile Glowak Macdonald using Blacker Yarns Westcountry Tweed in DK
2023-05-15
10 min
Howl in the Wilderness
Martin Shaw | The Authenticity of Our Incompleteness: Stories, Men & Mentors
Note: This is a rebroadcast of episode 70, recorded April 21 2021 with improved audio levels. This conversation was too good to let bad audio potentially get in the way of you enjoying it.Martin Shaw is widely regarded as one of the most exciting teachers of the mythic imagination. He is the author of the award winning A Branch From The Lightning Tree, Scatterlings: Getting Claimed in the Age of Amnesia (2016), Courting the Wild Twin (2020), and the upcoming Smokehole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass (2021). He is director of the Westcountry School of Myth in the UK...
2023-05-02
1h 25
Confluence
Confluence with Katy Lee - Going on Taw - Episode 7
As our #BringingRivers2U campaign gains pace, this month we have a fabulous chat with Katy Lee who has created the wonderful Going on Taw storytelling project. There will be poetry, film, river travels and even underwater sound recording made in collaboration with communities and the River Taw. You can discover more at couragecopse.co.uk, via Facebook at Courage.Copse.Creatives and Instagram at couragecopsecreatives. If you have a story to share about this iconic Devon river, do please share it with Katy via office@couragecopse.co.uk - she'd love to hear from you. And if you'd like...
2023-04-26
42 min
Confluence
Confluence with Jack Middleton - Westcountry CSI coordinator at Westcountry Rivers Trust - Episode 6
As we launch our charity's latest campaign Bringing Rivers to You to help connect and reconnect people to their rivers and freshwater habitats, it's fabulous to chat with our citizen science and volunteer coordinator Jack Middleton about why water environments are important to him and to our volunteers. You'll discover more about the value of our citizen scientists' contributions to river health science and understanding and why taking part is beneficial for many different reasons. Jack also shares the watery spaces that have inspired him and continue to do so. Find out more or get...
2023-03-29
31 min
Regenerative Agriculture: Buzzwords & Bullsh*t
Episode 7: Expert guest - Ed the Agro-Ecologist (you know who we mean!)
Andrew and Carl might have met their match here! A proper high priest from the church of Regen Ag joins the Buzzwords podcast slap bang in the middle of England. Out of the westcountry and out of their depth or taking the cause to the heart of the country? Get in touch through Twitter @AgBullsh if you want to join the conversation or come on the podcast.
2023-02-23
48 min
Confluence
Confluence with Vicky Whitworth - Episode 5
Vicky Whitworth is a long-term volunteer of the WRT Citizen Science Investigation (CSI) scheme and co-founder of the Chardstock Eco Group. In this episode, Vicky shares her journey into river restoration and views on how citizen science schemes can shape the future of conservation. You can find her grassroots organisation online at https://www.facebook.com/groups/chardstockecogroup/ to stay up-to-date with all their fun and inventive eco activities. If this podcast has you eager to test the waters of your local river, get involved with our CSI scheme at https://wrt.org.uk/westcountry-csi/.
2023-02-23
35 min
Off Watch Podcast
Episode 1: Big Blue Health
Send us a textJoin Jess & Hannah in the first episode of the Off Watch Podcast. This episode explores what we mean by traditional sailing, the history of sailing vessel Irene in the UK, mental health on-board vessels and the subject of blue health. There’s also some news from the SS Great Britain museum in Bristol!Books:Westcountry Coasting Ketches, WJ Slade and Basil Greenhill, 1974Goodnight Irene, Dr. L MorrishIrene resources:https://www.nationalhistoricships.org.uk/register/469/irene...
2023-02-04
59 min
Confluence
Confluence with Dr Laurence Couldrick - CEO at Westcountry Rivers Trust - Episode 4
Listen in to learn more about our CEO Dr Laurence Couldrick, including his hopes for the region's rivers and his favourite places to enjoy freshwater habitats. And, if you'd like to share your love of rivers with us on the podcast or would like to suggest someone we chat with, email josie@wrt.org.uk - you can find out more about our charity at wrt.org.uk too. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confluencewrt/message
2023-01-27
31 min
Devonshire Dis Podcast
Devonshire Dis Episode 1! - Introduction
Welcome to the Devonshire Dis! A brand new podcast, hosted by Adam - a westcountry based Disney nut, here in the UK! This short "hello" episode is to introduce myself, and what I would like to achieve with this podcast - The key thing being plenty of conversation with like-minded Disney folk, from the UK to across the pond. I'm very much looking forward to future discussions with anyone who wants to spend some time chatting all things Disney! If you would like to jump on an episode or follow our jou...
2022-11-07
06 min
Murder Me on Monday
#85 - Bobbi-Anne McLeod / Cody Ackland
Mother: An up and coming rock musician killed a young woman completely unknown to him in a violent frenzied attack. It seems not even he really knows why except she looked like someone he had recently broken up with. Cameron:Random acts of violence should be reciprocated with random acts of being thrown into an active volcano ....Sources: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10833013/Indie-guitarist-killed-Bobbi-Anne-McLeod-picked-looked-like-ex.htmlhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/artic...
2022-11-07
35 min
MESKLA | Brewyon Drudh
MESKLA | Brewyon Drudh #3: A Conversation about Extraction
In this third episode of the MESKLA | Brewyon Drudh podcast series I am joined by Dr Hilary Orange & Prof. Emma Gilberthorpe who share some of their thoughts and research about the impacts of extraction industries on communities around the world, and the relationship of this labour to identity and sense of place and belonging. Emma Gilberthorpe is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of East Anglia, UK. Her research is concerned with the social and cultural aspects of development. Her main area of research examines the parameters of social organisation, kinship and exchange in co...
2022-11-02
1h 03
Be Mythical
How you can enter the enchantment of the wild in darkness - Chris Salisbury
This week's show is with Chris Salisbury. Chris Salisbury founded founded WildWise in 1999 after many years as education officer for Devon Wildlife Trust. With a background in the theatre, a training in therapy and a career in environmental education, he uses every creative means at his disposal to encourage people to enjoy and value the natural world. Chris directs the acclaimed ‘Call of the Wild’ year-programme for educators-in-training as well as ‘Where the Wild Things Are’, a rewilding adventure based at Embercombe in Devon. He is a professional storyteller WildWise (www.wildwise.co.uk) and the co-found...
2022-10-31
51 min
Cherry Jam - A Gloucester Rugby Supporter Podcast
Series 4 - Episode 7: Gloucester beat Bristol Bears in an epic; England beat France in a crunch game at World Cup; Wasps enter administration and how not to engage with players on Social Media
A bumper podcast as Gloucester beat Bristol in a thrilling and epic Westcountry derby. We discuss the game, the importance of holding out and our improvements in managing the last 5 minutes of matches. We also chat through England's hard fought win over France at the Women's World Cup before unpicking the news that Wasps are entering administration, possible changes to the structure of Professional rugby in England and whether the other clubs do need to keep fighting for Warriors and Wasps respectively. Finally the guys discuss how not to engage with players on Social media. E...
2022-10-20
1h 23
Dad Tales
S2 Ep 56 School Careers Day!!!
Welcome back! This week, the dads are talking about careers their kids should do! Andy has an extensive list of jobs on the decline since the 1980s, more like the 1880s. Andy also has a list of the most popular jobs that Gils and Boys from 2022 would like to do when they grow up!!! Surprisingly, an influencer isn't one! Nor a Nurse! This must be due to the inadequate pay!!! #NHS #Betterpaymorefornurses stupid comment of the episode, Leon thinks everything has now been invented!?!?!? He still tried to defend the opinion! Questions that make you think, WHY!! is back! As per u...
2022-10-13
34 min
Beyond The Hashtag
How to build a multi award winning social media agency, with guest Katherine George from Oh So Social
Episode Summary: In this episode of Beyond the Hashtag we’re talking to Katherine George, Founder of Oh So Social. Natalie and her sit down to discuss what it takes to grow a multi-award-winning social media agency. They talk about the dos and don'ts when it comes to picking your clients, how to create engaging content, and deciding between organic or paid strategy. Lastly, a competition gone wrong is this week's social media fail which left a lot of customers unhappy. Social media fail: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/sunny-co-clothing-pitfalls-viral-social-media-michael-harnisch/ ...
2022-09-04
26 min
Plane Talking UK Podcast
Episode 421 - Muffin Anyone?
Join Carlos, Nev and Matt for this week's Show. In this week's show Ryanair sets a new record, one passenger takes a wizz after seeing there phone bill & another passenger eats a VERY expensive McMuffin. And in the Military this week the US Special Operations Command chooses a new armed overwatch platform and a large portion of the world's fighter fleet is grounded. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube. Here are th...
2022-08-07
2h 10
Confluence
Confluence with Mia Bryant - Episode 3
Find out about our Girls Go Fishing project, funded by the National Lottery, This Girl Can and Sport England, from our rivers and fisheries officer, Mia Bryant. The project is supporting women (18+) to try out fishing...for free. If you've always wanted to give it a go, we have 10 places at two venues in Somerset this August. Listen along and then head over to wrt.org.uk/project/girls-go-fishing for all the info and to reserve your place. And, if you'd like to share your love of rivers with us on th...
2022-08-04
12 min
Lucy Phere
Polskie trio z piekła rodem | Podcast kryminalny
W dzisiejszym odcinku przenosimy się do Anglii gdzie poznajemy 23 letnią Catherine Wells-Burr oraz jej ukochanego - naszego rodaka Rafała Nowaka. Zapraszam do wysłuchania 🎧Źródła:https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2013/jun/07/catherine-wells-burr-victim-killershttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-22764771https://www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/14906605.catherine-wells-burrs-family-speak-of-relief-over-rafal-nowak-anna-lagwinowicz-and-tadeusz-dmytryszyn-appeal-verdict/https://news.sky.com/story/catherine-wells-burr-trio-guilty-of-murder-10443608https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-43173213https://www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/11116854.catherine-wells-burr-family-take-campaign-to-keep-killers-in-uk-to-downing-street-in-london/https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/10473649.catherine-wells-burr-killers-rafal-nowak-anna-lagwinowicz-and-tadevsz-dmytryszyn-given-life-sentences/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/catherine-wellsburr-death-polish-trio-found-guilty-of-murder-8650158.htmlhttps://www.itv.com/news/w...
2022-06-14
26 min
The Archivist: A True Crime Podcast
14: COLD CASE SOLVED
Melanie Road. A beautiful, funny, smart, sweet, energetic girl is murdered after a night out with friends. She had her whole life ahead of her and it was stolen in one night. The police set out on a 31 years long journey to find her killer. One investigator who was only a few years younger than Melanie, spends most of her career hunting this killer. Sources for this episode: https://www.the-sun.com/news/2154405/melanie-road-christopher-hampton-murder-catching-killer/https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-somerset-36245888https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2016-05-09/read-full-victim-impact-statements-from-melanie-roads-familyhttps://medium.com...
2022-05-11
54 min
Confluence
Confluence with Brigit Strawbridge Howard - Episode 2
In this episode, Westcountry Rivers Trust's Confluence podcast host Josie Purcell chats with Brigit Strawbridge Howard. Brigit is a passionate environmentalist, committed to giving back to the natural world. Learn more about her love for bees and dippers and her joy at monitoring her local streams and rivers as one of our Westcountry CSI citizen scientists. Her enthusiasm for nature is infectious, and she encourages us all to to take the time to notice our natural surroundings and get to know them. Follow Brigit on Twitter at https://twitter.com/B_Strawbridge. You...
2022-03-29
32 min
Bears Beyond The Gate
Ep102 - Tiff & Co take the sting out of Wasps, Bath preview and U18 Champions
This week we bask in the glory of the Bears bonus-point win against a strong Wasps team. We certainly didn't expect to see such a good performance after the horror show at Worcester the week before.Hera out thoughts on the likes of Strong, Eden, Frisch and Adeolokun who all stepped up to the plate to guide the Bears to a memorable win. Hear our thoughts on the game, performances and tactics and if Tiff Eden had done enough to keep the 10 shirt for next week.We also look ahead to the next game against...
2022-02-28
1h 21
ManTalks Podcast
Dr. Martin Shaw - The Depth And Value In Myth
How do I sum up this conversation? Because we could have talked for days. Dr. Shaw's work is incredibly powerful, so get ready for a very depth-oriented and intense conversation. For example, Dr. Shaw and I cover the real meaning of blessing and the importance of being defeated—not winning. The power of story and myth, comfort versus shelter, and how it all relates to how we're living now. Martin Shaw is widely regarded as one of the most exciting teachers of the mythic imagination. Author of the award-winning Mythteller trilogy (A Branch from the Lightning Tree, Sn...
2022-02-07
51 min
Operation Evil
Episode 30: Ellie Gould
Send us a textIn Episode 30: Ellie Gould, Rachael introduces us to Ellie Gould. At 17 yrs old, she was murdered in kitchen of her home by her ex-boyfriend Thomas Griffiths. Although Ellie is gone from this world, she continues to change the lives of those that speak her name.https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8675413/Ellie-Goulds-parents-reveal-fight-Ellies-Law.htmlhttps://www.gazetteandherald.co.uk/news/18297378.james-gray-secures-debate-ellie-gould-murder-case-parliament/https://www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk/news/18935604.family-murdered-ellie-gould-make-plea-law-change-prison-sentences/https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2020-02-20/friends-of-murdered-calne-teenager-ellie-gould-call-for-self-defence-to-be-taught-in-all-schoolshttps://www.swindonadvertiser.co...
2022-01-17
28 min
Killer Stories
Killer British Murder Stories vol. 4 - Penelope Jackson (guest host Stuart Blues)
This week I am joined again by Stuart Blues, host of British Murders podcast. He is telling the story of Penelope Jackson. A recent case where 66 year old Penelope murdered her husband of 24 years regarding an argument over bubble and squeak. What is bubble and squeak? You'll have to listen and find out!https://linktr.ee/KillerStorieshttps://linktr.ee/britishmurdershttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/dec/04/penelope-jackson-appeals-against-verdict-claiming-media-footage-impeded-fair-trialhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/oct/29/penelope-jackson-guilty-stabbing-husband-deathhttps://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/sentencing-mandatory-life-sentences-murder-caseshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-59028974https...
2022-01-05
39 min
Mini Music Was My First Love
Guest - Simon Parkin
Simon has worked at the BBC on Children's BBC, Top of the Pops and The O Zone and at ITV on GMTV, Granada, HTV West, Westcountry and Meridian. He spent some time at Real Radio Wales, BBC Radio Wales too and at the moment, presents a daily show on BBC Somerset.Hear him chat to Andrew Woolfe about his life and career and the reasons behind his 10 favourite songs!For more about 'Music was my first love', head to www.radioglamorgan.com/musicwasmyfirstloveHere's Simon's 10 songs;1 Better The Devil You Know – Kylie Minogue 2 This One – Paul McCartney 3 Bring Me Sunshine – Willie Nelson...
2021-12-07
46 min
Confluence
Confluence - Emily Hardisty - Episode 1
In the first Westcountry Rivers Trust Confluence podcast, host Josie Purcell chats with the charity's volunteer vlogger Emily Hardisty about why she loves freshwater wildlife and habitats so much. Find out about Emily's passion for learning and communicating all things river-related and keep up to date with her river journey at https://www.instagram.com/wildlingcreature/ You can celebrate your Westcountry rivers this festive season too. Be #RiverRevellers with us and find out how you can support our The Big Give Christmas Challenge at https://bit.ly/RiverRevellers between 30 Nov and 7 Dec. Till...
2021-12-01
32 min
Confluence
Confluence - a meeting of river-related conversations - trailer
Welcome to Westcountry Rivers Trust's Confluence podcast. We'll be chatting to guests about why our region's freshwater environments matter to them and taking a look at the science that underpins river health; life in, on and along our waterways; how we can all play a part in caring for our rivers and all they support; the enjoyment and wellbeing benefits they provide and much more. Join us for our first episode on 1 December 2021 as we find out why rivers mean so much to our volunteer vlogger and biologist, Emily. We are sharing our...
2021-11-22
00 min
Aliens Explored
Ep 69 - Cosford UK 1993 UFO Incident
On the 31st of March 1993, the Royal Air Force base at Cosford in the United Kingdom, encountered a triangular UFO which fired a beam of light at the ground before speeding away. At the same time dozens of triangular UFOs were reported across the middle of the UK and the Westcountry. Join Neil & Stu as they discuss the Cosfrod UFO Incident. The Strange and Mysterious awaits! Produced by http://www.feeglefilms.com in association with Juicy Falls. Theme tune - 'Searching For Monsters' by Darren Maffucci - http://searchingformonsters.bandcamp.com ...
2021-11-05
34 min
Aliens Explored
Ep 69 - Cosford UK 1993 UFO Incident
You can get involved and help support us through our Patreon. Check out all the various tiers and rewards at http://www.patreon.com/aliensexplored before picking the right one for you! On the 31st of March 1993, the Royal Air Force base at Cosford in the United Kingdom, encountered a triangular UFO which fired a beam of light at the ground before speeding away. At the same time dozens of triangular UFOs were reported across the middle of the UK and the Westcountry. Join Neil & Stu as they discuss the Cosfrod UFO Incident. ...
2021-11-05
34 min
Photopocene
Photopocene with Will Templeton - Episode 19 - sharing eco-conscious photography in an audio way
It is great to speak with Will Templeton about his work relating to people and the world in which we live. We met via my 'day job' with Westcountry Rivers Trust when we arranged for him to photograph some of the team for his upcoming exhibition, Ways and Means. Supported by The Rivers Trust too, this body of work will help showcase the importance of our rivers' health across England through the stories of those who live on, work along, and simply love them. On his website, Will states that he is "using the medium...
2021-10-24
43 min
Beyond The News
Beyond The News 63 with Jim Grant
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10107619/NHS-boss-says-health-service-NEVER-overwhelmed-fight-against-Covid.html https://news.sky.com/story/what-is-the-online-safety-bill-and-why-are-some-people-worried-about-it-12437427 https://www.theguardian.com/education/2021/sep/15/covid-teams-can-vaccinate-pupils-against-parents-wishes-schools-told?fbclid=IwAR2Mh6ARYQ5nR5KLplawEp-PMxIcMvxsMyr5FTkBz610ZDVYoed7Gv1x4Gw https://www.rt.com/op-ed/538004-us-crisis-biden-democrats/ https://metro.co.uk/2021/10/19/bristol-huge-cannabis-plants-spotted-growing-along-shopping-street-15449401/?ito=facebook%7Csocial%7Cmetroukfacebook&fbclid=IwAR1RRqDI-TJK4sqV636ldCndiKvfHkdEkB1fRpylYhzVtXLhtd4c9pHkL2c https://theintercept.com/2021/10/21/virus-mers-wuhan-experiments/?fbclid=IwAR0xaJjiI88MMIe-Lb00T3hUWSq1TRdbya1aYgEhisHpWvOZH5-vdis6OrE https://twitter.com/talkRADIO/status/1450198257821487106?t=kiTwVthHRXMY2EXoXyGMlg&s=04&fbclid=IwAR26dOKhhZGEgfNQcSq601wRrc_W7mpNX75f31...
2021-10-22
1h 00
The Sod's Law Podcast
Team God w/ Rizwan Wadan
This week I’m talking to Rizwan Wadan… Rizwan is a self-taught camera technician with a passion for providing solutions that extend far beyond revolutionising video stabilisation. He’s gone from working on some of the British film industry’s most critically acclaimed and successful movies and shows, to focusing on battling against the negative portrayal and use of language about Islam and Muslims within the media industry. Since before the pandemic Rizwan and his team have been working on a ground-breaking anti-terrorism campaign in order to connect religious communities from all over...
2021-10-11
2h 08
Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom
Episode 61: Martin Shaw ~ Mythteller: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass
Dr. Martin Shaw speaks about his new book, Smoke Hole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass. At a time when we are all confronted by not one, but many crossroads in our lives, Dr. Shaw delivers a work of literary tonic. In Smoke Hole, Martin shares three ancient stories that are metaphors for our world today, a world where we are losing our sense of direction. With extraordinary poignancy, Smoke Hole illuminates the complexities of contemporary life and–through story–a way forward. Martin Shaw is widely regarded as one of the most exciting teachers of the...
2021-09-20
1h 03
Plane Talking UK Podcast
Episode 383 - 9/11 - 20 Years Later
Join Carlos, Nev and Armando for this week's programme. We bring all the latest commercial aviation news to you. Nik Codling brings us a wonderful interview with Wasabi Flight Test Pilot Elliot Seguin who's currently testing the Ampaire Hybrid Electric Aircraft. We share our thoughts how 9/11 has affected the aviation industry in the last 20 years. And Lt. Col Jeff shares his personal and first hand account of what it was like to be flying in the US through 9-11. If you want to see what we got up to earlier this year check out these...
2021-09-12
1h 51
The Folklore Podcast
BOOK CLUB 14: Smoke Hole
Guest interviewer Becky Jones meets Dr Martin Shaw, mythologist and storyteller and the author of the book 'Smoke Hole', published by Chelsea Green Publishing. 'Smoke Hole' uses traditional folk tales as a metaphor on modern life. Martin is director of the Westcountry School of Myth and the interview looks at his work as a wilderness guide, the ways in which his writing provides commentary on the modern through mythology and much more. Click here to find out more about the Westcountry School of Myth Click here to watch the video version of this...
2021-08-01
27 min
Inside Devon podcast
Hannah Schofield - Isca Foods
Welcome to the next episode of the Inside Devon podcast, today we are joined by Hannah Schofield of Isca Foods. Hannah is married to Liam, managing Director of Isca Foods and together thay have also launched two new businesses under the brand, Orchardlea Occasion Foods and Westcountry Olives. During the show we talk about Hannah’s career journey, her current role and her interests outside of work. We also speak about each business, the range of products and the plans for the future. We also speak about a range of other interesting topics.
2021-06-24
49 min
New Books in Folklore
Martin Shaw, "Smoke Hole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass" (Chelsea Green, 2021)
At a time when we are all confronted by not one, but many crossroads in our modern lives—identity, technology, trust, politics, and a global pandemic—celebrated mythologist and wilderness guide Martin Shaw delivers Smoke Hole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass (Chelsea Green, 2021): three metaphors to help us understand our world, one that is assailed by the seductive promises of social media and shadowed by a health crisis that has brought loneliness and isolation to an all-time high.Smoke Hole is a passionate call to arms and an invitation to use these stories...
2021-06-08
58 min
New Books in Psychology
Martin Shaw, "Smoke Hole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass" (Chelsea Green, 2021)
At a time when we are all confronted by not one, but many crossroads in our modern lives—identity, technology, trust, politics, and a global pandemic—celebrated mythologist and wilderness guide Martin Shaw delivers Smoke Hole: Looking to the Wild in the Time of the Spyglass (Chelsea Green, 2021): three metaphors to help us understand our world, one that is assailed by the seductive promises of social media and shadowed by a health crisis that has brought loneliness and isolation to an all-time high.Smoke Hole is a passionate call to arms and an invitation to use these stories...
2021-06-08
58 min
The SeaBin Podcast
Country bumpkins & Barnacles.
This week i am joined by the amazing Nicola from the band Brassick. We talk cling film, barnacles and test out our westcountry credentials. Host - Simon walker. Guest - Nicola Brassick. Editing - Jimmers.
2021-04-19
51 min
The Devon Wildlife Warden
Devon Wildlife Warden Episode 2: Churchyards, Bees and Bugs
Episode 2 of the Devon Wildlife Warden Podcast brings you: Details of a new national grassroots campaign map which you may wish to use or look at The value of churchyards for conservation efforts A summary of what our local wildlife wardens have been up to Information about Wolborough Fen Information about bees, including an interview with local beekeeper, Gary and a closer look at our most endangered bee, the 6 banded nomad bee Details of the Westcountry CSI Project What you can do to support dwindling populations of house martins Information about Buglife's new campaign - "No insect-inction"
2021-04-18
31 min
requires improvement
021// Situation Report Spring 2021 - Behaviour 4 Burning
It's been a while since we've been able to report in, and this has resulted in a bumper April episode where hosts Charlie, Nik, Anu, Lauren and Lee all take a look back over lockdown #3, going on to discuss the "big bang" re-opening of schools, behaviour hubs, student radicalisation, Kill the Bill protests, and ending with a focus on recent events at Pimlico Academy. Articles: Behaviour Hubs - https://schoolsweek.co.uk/revealed-first-22-lead-schools-for-dfes-10m-behaviour-hubs-project/ Bristol "leaders" condemn violence - https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2021-03-25/bristol-leaders-condemn-sundays-violence Article on Student Walkout at Pimlico Academy - https://www.theguardian...
2021-04-14
1h 46
Bears Beyond The Gate
Ep58 - Bristol Bears demolish Bath 48-3 in record-breaking win
In this week's show we reflect on Bristol's biggest win against local rivals Bath in the 246th playing of this Westcountry derby. The boys discuss the many highs of this dominant performance and the players that stood out. There's plenty of talking points from this memorable game that Bristol fans will relish for years to come.We also look ahead to the forthcoming game against Sale Sharks at Ashton Gate. We talk to Lewis Hughes from the Shark Tank podcast to get the lowdown on our opponents, their style of play and which players to look out...
2021-01-31
1h 13
Bears Beyond The Gate
Ep57 - Looking forward to the Bath game, a new signing and international call ups
In this week's edition we discuss the cancellation of the pool fixtures in the Champions Cup and ask what this may mean for the Bears future in the competition.We get the inside track from the Fezcast podcast on Tom Whiteley the Saracens scrum half who will join us for 2021/22 season. We also ask if Sarries fans are confident that Ben Earl and Max Malins will return at the end of their loan period.We talk about the squads for the Six Nations and congratulate Bristol's Sheedy, Earl, Malins and Randall for their respective call up...
2021-01-25
1h 19
Bears Beyond The Gate
Ep56 - Bears claim Westcountry bragging rights with hard-fought win against Exeter
In this episode we discuss Bristol's dominant performance to beat Exeter Chiefs 20-7 at Sandy Park. The win against the reigning English and European Champions sees Bristol Bears go four points clear at the top of the Gallagher Premiership. We talk double yellow cards, dodgy groundings and a certain comment picked up on the TV. All this plus the player performances on a memorable day for Bristol fans.We also look ahead to next week's scheduled game against Connacht at Ashton Gate. We once again talk to the boys from the Craggy Podcast to get the Irish...
2021-01-10
1h 07
Bears Beyond The Gate
Ep55 - Bears clip flying Falcons at Ashton Gate and go joint top of the league
In this week's show we reflect on the Bears' 29-17 win over Newcastle Falcons at Ashton Gate. With six front row players unavailable due to COVID-19 precautions it was a great result to win against the undefeated Falcons and bag a four-try bonus point.We also look ahead to the big westcountry derby next week against Exeter Falcons. With players returning from injury and mandated rest periods, Pat will have a growing list of talent to choose from for the trip to Sandy Park. We speak to a couple of Exeter fans about their thoughts on the g...
2021-01-03
1h 11
Whitaker Institute
Adaptation of Agricultural and Rural Areas in the Atlantic Area to Climate Change
On 12 November 2020, the Whitaker Institute was delighted to host a live webinar, Adaptation of Agricultural and Rural Areas in the Atlantic Area to Climate Change. The webinar discussed findings from the recently launched report Farmers’ attitudes and preferences for climate change adaptation: An Irish Perspective as part of the RISKAQUASOIL project. The event included four presentations from members of the RISKAQUASOIL team and was followed by a Q&A session.Farmers Attitudes and Preferences for Climate Change Adaptation: An Irish case studyDr. Edel Doherty, Whitaker Institute, NUI GalwayStudy of Local Communities Views for...
2020-11-12
1h 01
Argyle Chat
Argyle Chat with Antoni Sarcevic: My Love for the Green Army
This week's Argyle Chat welcomes a very special guest to the show as departing player of the year Antoni Sarcevic kindly joined us to talk about his time with the Pilgrims and his decision to leave Home Park.Signed by Derek Adams in January 2017, the former Chester, Fleetwood and Shrewsbury midfielder has had a great time in the Westcountry, where he was able to revive his football career and become a firm fans' favourite as well. The 'Manchester Messi' talks candidly about his decision to leave,m his time with the Pilgrims and gives his view on the...
2020-07-10
45 min
The New Dimensions Café
Living in the Full Wingspan of Our Wild Twin - Martin Shaw, Ph.D. - C0498
Martin Shaw, Ph.D. is a storyteller and mythologist. He's a wilderness rites-of-passage guide and is internationally regarded as one of the most exciting proponents of the mythic imagination. He tells "prophetic stories" that speak deeply to the challenges we face today, in the world and in our personal lives. He has devised and led the Oral Tradition course at Stanford University, is a visiting fellow at Shumacher College, and the Director of the Westcountry School of Myth, a learning community in Dartmoor in the far west of the United Kingdom. Hs books include A Branch from the Lightning Tree...
2020-06-17
00 min
The Unseen Podcast
Melanie Hall
On Friday June 8th 1996, Melanie Hall went out with her boyfriend Phillip and two of their friends to a nightclub called Cadillacs in Bath. The night was like any other however Monday came around and Melanie did not turn up for her shift at the hospital where she worked with her Mum. Her car remained in the car park of the hospital but there was no sign of Melanie. The case hit headlines across the country and everyone was wondering what had happened to her during that night out. As the years passed important information came to light including Melanie's...
2020-06-14
37 min
SundayMoaning
Knuffelmaatje
Gute Nachrichten im SundayMoaning! Zumindest für reiselustige Iberer, carnivore Ikea-Freunde, volljährig/durstige Kalifornier und bestimmt auch noch ein paar andere Menschengruppen. Viel Spaß beim Nachhören! Shownotes vom 17.05. – SMC344 – Knuffelmaatje Mit Angbor http://twitter.com/angbor3d // @angbor3d@chaos.social El Spotto https://twitter.com/el_Spotto // @elSpotto@chaos.social Eris2Cats https://twitter.com/sunreign // @eris2cats@chaos.social Judith https://twitter.com/meet_judith // @meet_judith@chaos.social Shownotes Gute Nachrichten für Basken https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/apr/29/basques-safe-iceland-district-repeals-decree-kill-on-sight Alle Tickitocki? Zumindest Fasten alle https://www.n-tv...
2020-05-20
1h 55
New Books in Folklore
Martin Shaw, "Courting the Wild Twin" (Chelsea Green, 2020)
Today I interview Martin Shaw. In Shaw’s new book, Courting the Wild Twin (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2020), he writes, “Here’s a secret I don’t share very often. Myths are not only to do with a long time ago. They have a promiscuous, curious, weirdly up-to-date quality. They can’t help but grapple their way into what happened on the way to work this morning, that video that appalled you on YouTube. Well, they are meant to; if they didn’t they would have been forgotten centuries ago.”In our interview, Shaw invites us to consider the power of m...
2020-05-05
50 min
The Women's Running Podcast
Ep 1. Anna McNuff, legendary barefoot adventurer
We talked to Anna McNuff back in January 2020. Anna is the stuff of legend: most recently she has run over 2300 miles across the UK barefoot, fundraising and raising awareness for GirlGuiding as she went. She also amassed a whole raft of admirers and fellow runners along the way. But this wasn't Anna's first adventure: from clambering over Hadrian's wall (dressed as a Roman centurion - obviously) to cycling through every single state in North American, Anna loves a bit of a challenge. We talk to her about all of that, about adopting the westcountry as her home turf, and about...
2020-05-04
44 min
The Women's Running Podcast
Ep 1. Anna McNuff, legendary barefoot adventurer
We talked to Anna McNuff back in January 2020. Anna is the stuff of legend: most recently she has run over 2300 miles across the UK barefoot, fundraising and raising awareness for GirlGuiding as she went. She also amassed a whole raft of admirers and fellow runners along the way. But this wasn't Anna's first adventure: from clambering over Hadrian's wall (dressed as a Roman centurion - obviously) to cycling through every single state in North American, Anna loves a bit of a challenge. We talk to her about all of that, about adopting the westcountry as her home turf, and about...
2020-05-04
44 min