Blue MumDays is a podcast about perinatal illness, parenting and being kind to yourself. Up to 1 in 7 mums and 1 in 10 dads will suffer with their mental health after the birth of their baby. Having once interviewed the likes of Sir David Attenborough and Hans Zimmer during my BBC career, I’m now speaking to mums, dads and mental health experts each week, in an effort to understand my own experience of postnatal depression. Dispelling myths, smashing stigma & bringing hope to parents having ...
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Broadcaster and naturalist David Attenborough and producer Anthony Geffen discuss the new app, Natural History Museum Alive. The app features some of the museum’s most striking extinct specimens, exclusive footage and imagery, and guidance from David Attenborough himself. Hosted at the Apple Store, Regent Street in London.
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Join David Attenborough (Planet Earth, First Life, Flying Monsters 3D), Naturalist and Filmmaker as he talks to Anthony Geffen, Producer of their major new project Kingdom of Plants 3D.Kingdom of plants with David Attenborough is a multi-platform project which includes a three part series in 3D produced by Atlantic Productions with Sky 3D in association with Galileo Digital Entertainment. Shot over a year in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, the series reveals a new look at plant life through ...
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Exclusive insights, untold stories and emotional memories from the acclaimed natural history storytellers that brought us the Planet Earth series and Sir David Attenborough himself
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Wildlife and documentary cameraman Toby Strong recounts short stories from his thirty years spent in the worlds wild places that may fill the unforgiving minute or sooth a truculent child at bed time.
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Overwhelmed by choice in the Peak TV era? Join hosts and IRL friends Tolani Shoneye (of 'The Receipts' podcast fame) and Gena-mour Barrett (who works for Netflix) as they discuss what they're watching, and what they think * you * should be watching too. Each week they'll be accompanied by a guest from the world of Netflix, who'll share a recommendation of their own. From brand new shows to overlooked gems, 10/10 Would Recommend is a freewheeling, unfiltered review show that will help you spe ...
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Saving Tomorrow’s Planet investigates who’s doing what to save the planet & how we all can change to save it too. We are focussed on people actually doing things and not just talking about the need to do it. Solving the climate crisis needs “Innovators, Investors & Inspiring leaders” and that’s who we’re tracking down and talking to. Our conversations uncover innovative actions that individuals & companies are taking to reduce global warming and we also ask each guest to share their practica ...
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Love Scotland is a podcast series from the National Trust for Scotland. Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes. This season, listen out for episodes on Mary Queen of Scots, Robert the Bruce and a dive into the world of the Georgian Tea Room.
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YOUR NUMBER ONE PODCAST ON ALL THINGS PLANTS! Nathan & Georgia bring to you the journey of the business, our ultimate tips for plant care and the successes/fails of plant parenting. We will be featuring exciting guest speakers and the plant doctor! Our goal one day to interview the world famous Sir David Attenborough... listen to this space.
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Take a look behind the scenes of making Blue Planet II and further uncover our hidden underwater world. With insights from Sir David Attenborough, Becky Ripley and Emily Knight dig deeper into the series to uncover even more about our hidden, underwater world. Plus exclusive interviews from the people who made it, you can expect mind blowing facts, exclusive access and a fascinating look at the deep sea. Presented by Becky Ripley and Emily Knight.
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Two sisters exploring the good deeds and activism of celebrities, beyond the usual news headlines of scandal and sensationalism
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Mrs Moneypenny, beloved Financial Times columnist, and her editor interview the world's most successful people in business, media, arts, entertainment, finance, academia and politics. Like Sir David Attenborough, the intrepid duo ventures to their subjects’ natural habitat. In their quest to figure out how this rare species of homo erectus lives and works they corner plutocrats at Davos parties and hitch a ride with America’s most famous living feminist. Fielding irreverent questions about s ...
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Offering solutions and practical tips on how we can tackle climate change, as well as hearing from experts, campaigners and well-known names, like David Attenborough and Idris Elba. ‘What Planet Are We On?’ shines a light on some of the most challenging environmental issues of our time and takes a closer look at how we choose to live on this planet. Hosted by science, natural history and environmental broadcaster Liz Bonnin alongside the BBC’s environment correspondent Matt McGrath and scien ...
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Are you struggling to turn your idea into a great documentary story? This podcast takes you through the steps that world-class documentary makers use to create compelling documentaries from real-life ideas. Whether it's for Netflix, The BBC, or Amazon, or you are just starting out, great storytelling is what your audience craves - it's the foundation of every successful documentary. Award-winning documentary maker Nigel Levy goes behind the scenes to discuss the key story skills behind some ...
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This is an all animal podcast with an R rating for sex, cultural taboo, STDs, fish orgies, and an appropriate amount of cursing. Dr. Siperstein is a veterinarian and Melissa is a professional dog trainer - they have been working professionally with animals for over 30 years combined and have many stories that would get the Wild Kratts an FCC violation. Twice a month they will dive deep on a controversial subject in the animal world and wash it all down with a news story about animals that wo ...
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Nature is in crisis, and this affect all of us. The environmental challenges that we face, from deforestation to climate change, are threatening our wildlife, biodiversity and ecosystems like never before. But it’s not too late. With education, science and collective action, we can bring our world back to life. Call of the Wild is the award-winning podcast that's dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issues facing our world. Join our host, Cel Spellman, a WWF ambassador, actor an ...
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Hello, my podcast is filled with a range of things, but mainly about the environment. Please listen. Thanks
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Welcome to Ros Jones' Bold Business Podcast. Ros Jones is a Business Coach and Author from Yorkshire, UK, here to help you gain confidence and take control of your business to have the life and wealth you want. Business coach, self-development specialist, speaker and published author Ros Jones is on a mission to help you bring work and life into balance. Showing how you can grow profit without the cost of everything else. Sharing her years of experience helping SMEs, blue-chip companies and ...
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News and investigations on climate change and the environment. From Greenpeace UK.
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The Guardian Books podcast is our weekly look at the world of books, presented by Claire Armitstead, Richard Lea and Sian Cain. In-depth interviews with authors from all over the world, discussions and investigations make this the perfect companion for readers and writers alike
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Hosts Ian Pulz and Duncan Field dive into Analysis & discussion of the New Jersey Devils, their prospects, and the future of the franchise.
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A weekly show full of BIG ideas, small words and short sentences, featuring people who have changed the world by making complicated things simple. From artists to astronauts, scientists to storytellers, preachers and poets, Ten Words looks at some of the world's most quotable people to discover what their words really meant. Part biography, part storytelling masterclass, Ten Words is a fun and fast-paced podcast for anyone interested in the power of words or improving their own communication ...
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Pope Lonergan is a comedian, Quaker, drug addict and creator of 'Pope's Addiction Clinic' and 'The Care Home Tour'. In this podcast he’ll bang on about something that’s interesting him. AS RECOMMENDED BY STEWART LEE. “Plimmin’ and Lompin’ is a very honest piece of conversation [that’s] captivating, even when it teeters towards the nauseating” ~ Robin Ince (The Big Issue) "Outrageous material [...] matched by a rambunctious delivery" ~ The Guardian "From fearless and funny to heart-stoppingly ...
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Art is the truest expression of the workings of the mind, free from learned language. More than that, it is the visual expression of culture, politics, society, religion, emotion, zeitgeist, channeled through the brush, chisel, or hands of creative individuals. Understanding art allows us to understand history: to pin it with images, and pepper it with the faces, colours, drama and expression of its time. This series is designed to give bite-sized insights into the world of Art History, brin ...
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The podcast companion to the series exploring thousands of years of visual culture.
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Ep.1 The people who shaped Robert Burns
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1 THE PEOPLE WHO SHAPED ROBERT BURNS We all know the songs and poems written by one of Scotland’s most famous sons – but who were the people that most influenced his life and his writing? Host Jackie Bird is on a mission to find out. This week, she’s joined by Christoper Waddell, learning manager at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, and Professor…
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Episode 62: Satara Achille on the healing journey to break the pattern of domestic abuse
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Why are we so scared to speak about our experiences of domestic abuse? We need to help educate others rather than letting the silence perpetuate the issue.Von Ros Jones
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Episode 61: Jen Blacow-Hughes on finding strength from family and faith
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If you do the right things and follow where you're being guided, things will be OKVon Ros Jones
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Breastfeeding Trauma and Grief: Sarah Edge (Part 1)
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To launch Blue MumDays Season 3, host Vikki welcomes Sarah Edge, a perinatal specialist psychotherapist. In the first part of their discussion, Sarah shares her deeply personal and emotional journey through pregnancy, childbirth, and the complex challenges of infant feeding. She discusses her experiences with breastfeeding trauma and grief and the …
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Season 3 of Blue MumDays is here, the parental mental health podcast smashing stigma and normalising the conversation on perinatal illness. Upcoming episodes include discussion on infant feeding trauma, breastfeeding advice, pre-eclampsia, baby loss, birthing during Covid, neonatal intensive care, coping with multiple miscarriage, postnatal depress…
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We are back for the final episode of A-List Activists Season 1 with Part 2 of Jane Fonda. Thank you to everyone who tuned into our first season. We will be back, after a short break, to bring more celebrity activism to the podcast waves! Last week, we explored Jane Fonda's efforts to campaign against the Vietnam War and support for the Black Panthe…
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Episode 60: Öz Deniz Varol on standing up for what you believe
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If you refuse to look inwards, it's impossible to change.Von Ros Jones
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Our finale of A-List Activists Season 1 could only be upheld by Jane Fonda! Her efforts and activism, across protesting the Vietnam War, supporting the Black Panther Party, speaking to female autonomy and empowerment as well as addressing climate change means we needed to offer Jane two parts. This week, we delve into Part 1 of 2: Jane Fonda's camp…
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How do you restore a 200-year-old church on one of Scotland’s most remote islands? Jackie Bird sits down with Susan Bain, property manager of St Kilda, to find out. A dual UNESCO World Heritage Site that sits on the edge of the Atlantic, St Kilda is vital to Scottish history but a big challenge for the Trust to care for properly. Once inhabited yea…
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She isn't just the LBD-wearing Posh Spice from the 90s and 00s, Victoria Beckham is a multifaceted activist, who promotes female empowerment, the combatting of diet culture and raising funds and awareness for HIV and AIDS. We discuss how Victoria Beckham levereges her influence as a pop, wag and fashion icon to support initiatives, campaigns and a …
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Episode 59: Lisa Wight on her life as a digital nomad
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How drug addiction and a failed business turned into helping others get a "F*** Yes!" LifeVon Ros Jones
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Hugh Miller: the Victorian David Attenborough
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Meet Hugh Miller: the man regarded as the David Attenborough of his day. Though often overlooked in the history books, this self-taught geologist helped to popularise natural history to his Victorian audience. What did he help to discover about prehistoric Scotland? How were his scientific findings viewed by his peers? And why has he not remained b…
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Welcome to Love Is Blind UK: The Official Podcast with hosts Matt and Emma Willis! Step inside the wildest dating experiment where singles get engaged without meeting face-to-face. In these exclusive behind the scenes episodes, we’ll analyse every cringe worthy moment, explosive confrontation and melty proposal, as well as bringing you insider chat…
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In this episode of A-List Activists, we delve into Kim Kardashian's advocacy for social justice reform and her relentless crusade for the recognition of the Armenia Genocide. We explore her journey from global celebrity/billionaire to a powerful voice against injustice, examining how her father's legal experience and Armenia heritage fuels her effo…
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Murder and mayhem on Edinburgh's Royal Mile
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As the Edinburgh Festival Fringe gets into full swing, Jackie Bird takes a walk from Gladstone’s Land along the Royal Mile to discover the dark side of this city centre street. Guiding Jackie through the murky past is Eric Melvin, veteran tour guide and author of A Walk Down Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. Expect tales of body-snatching, the exploits of De…
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This week we dive deep into the world of George Clooney, from his humanitarian efforts in Darfur, advocacy for human rights, support for the LGBTQ+ community and how he uses his influence to support social change (and encourage others with the level of social stardom to do the same!). TW: This episode discusses themes around war, conflict zones, re…
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Scottish golf: history and hickory
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Whether you’re out every week hitting the links, or consider golf a good walk spoiled, the sport is undeniably a key ingredient in Scotland’s social tapestry. At Kingarrock Hickory Golf Course, the only remaining course of its kind in the UK, Jackie meets Dave Allan, visitor services assistant at the Hill of Tarvit venue. She also meets Hannah Flem…
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Join us for future episodes, where we will explore more prominent celebrity activism and how their influence extends beyond the red carpet. Whether you are a die-hard fan or a keen observer of celebrity influence, get ready to hear about advocacy that spans a wide variety of issues, across the globe. Your support for this podcast is greatly appreci…
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James VI: wise man or fool?
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Recorded in Falkland Palace’s chapel royal, host Jackie Bird and her guest Steven Veerapen discuss the adult life and legacy of James VI of Scotland and I of England. During his reign, the king faced a host of challenges, from religious tensions to anti-Scottish sentiment in his London court, not to mention Guy Fawkes’ gunpowder plot. Veerapen’s bo…
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Dolly Parton may be known for her Country music and big, blonde hair, but she has quite the history of working beyond the 9 to 5 to advocate for vulnerable and marginalised groups, such as the LGBTQ+ community, and has put her efforts and resources towards supporting causes around conservation, education and medical care. Join us, Charlotte and Luc…
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The Munros: mountain myths and milestones
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How many have you bagged? Mountaineers and hikers from across the UK and beyond have flocked to Scotland to take on the Munros – Scottish peaks more than 3,000 feet high – ever since the list of such mountains was created by Sir Hugh Munro in 1891. The National Trust for Scotland cares for 46 of these Munros, including Ben Lomond, Ben Lawers, Ben M…
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We couldn't NOT cover a legend like David Attenborough and, in episode 4 of A-List Activists, we dive into his extraordinary life. Renowned for his captivating documentaries, David Attenborough has taught families across the globe about the natural world, and, more recently, the urgency of the climate crisis. Join us for future episodes, where we w…
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The real story of Whisky Galore
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In 1941, cargo ship the SS Politician ran aground near Eriskay, an island in the Hebrides. On board? Some 22,000 cases of whisky. What followed has been immortalised on page and screen in Whisky Galore, a retelling of how local islanders made the most of the unexpected arrival of so much alcohol, and how the authorities tried to stop them. But what…
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Today, it's Cher's turn. That's right; Cher! With decades to cover we, Charlotte and Lucy, dive into Cher's rich and colourful history in the performance space and why she is most definitely an A-List Activist, with particular efforts to support the LGBTQ+ community, environmental issues and influence US political change to protect the vulnerable. …
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Fashion stories from Georgian Edinburgh
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Host Jackie Bird is joined by curator Antonia Laurence-Allan and historian Sally Tuckett to discuss all things 18th-century fashion. Recorded inside the Georgian House, just days before the exhibition Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion opened its doors, the trio talk about the artist Allan Ramsay and the women behind the paintings. What was life like for s…
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Episode 58: Emma Egerton-Jones on managing your inner critic
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How our journey helps us learn how we can help others.Von Ros Jones
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We are back, on A-List Activists, talking about Miley Cyrus. Known for her evolution from a Disney kid to a passionate advocate for female autonomy, the LGBTQ+ community and much more, we explore how she has made waves in the entertainment industry and used her voice to make the world a better place. TW: This episode briefly mentions mental health …
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Leadership For Nature - with Tom Glynn-Carney
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With the UK General Election right around the corner, it's time for our political leaders to step up for our world. That means it's crucial for us to make it clear that action on nature and climate is a top priority for us as voters. In this special episode of Call of the Wild, brought to you in association with Scottish Power, actor and WWF ambass…
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Welcome to A-List Activists, a podcast started by sisters Charlotte and Lucy! Listen to our trailer to find out about our show and who we are. Join us for future episodes, where we will explore more prominent celebrity activism and how their influence extends beyond the red carpet. Whether you are a die-hard fan or a keen observer of celebrity infl…
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In our pilot episode of A-List Activists, we delve deep into the transformative journey of Taylor Swift, from her fiercely voiced views on women's rights and societal expectations to her support for the LGBTQ+ community and her impact on American politics. Join us, sisters Charlotte and Lucy (clearly the wittiest members of the family!) , as we exp…
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The Storytelling behind Netflix's hits F1:Drive to Survive and Meerkats with Sir David Attenborough - a Masterclass
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What happens when your documentary feels flat and unengaging, despite all your hard work? This was the main question behind a Masterclass I gave at the World Congress of Science and Factual Producers. We look at why a lack of storytelling craft and mentorship in the industry often leads to issues with storytelling, and debunk the myth that extensiv…
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Great Scot Tom Conti: From opening nights to Oppenheimer
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Joining Jackie this week is Tom Conti, the Paisley-born actor best known for his roles on stage and screen, including 1978’s Whose Life Is It Anyway and 2023’s Oppenheimer. The recipient of Tony and Olivier award, Tom was also named the 2024 Great Scot by the National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA earlier this year. In his conversation with Jac…
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Solving the mystery of the potato sack propeller
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Earlier this year, the National Trust for Scotland revealed that a Second World War plane propeller had been found on Arran. Mysteriously, the propeller was wrapped in an old potato sack and had been discovered deep in a peat bog. How did it get there? The Trust’s Head of Archaeology, Derek Alexander, led an investigation to find out. He joins Jack…
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Stories of Mackintosh at the Willow
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Earlier this year, Mackintosh at the Willow – a tea room on Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street that dates back to 1903 – joined the National Trust for Scotland’s portfolio of special places. To better understand the venue and the role it played in Edwardian Glasgow, Jackie sits down for a cup of tea with two expert guests. Celia Sinclair Thornqvist MBE, …
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Six objects that tell stories of the Trust's women
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This week, Jackie and her guest discuss six objects in the Trust’s collections that help to tell the stories of some of the most fascinating women connected to Trust places. Regional curators Emma Inglis and Antonia Laurence-Allen help to paint a picture of these six women, whose lives and jobs range from being an ale-brewer in 1600s Edinburgh to t…
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A beginner's guide to Scotland's early monarchs
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So far this series we’ve looked at two of Scotland’s most famous monarchs: Robert the Bruce and Mary, Queen of Scots. Today, we step back further in time to meet the rulers whose names have become more forgotten to time. Helping Jackie to acquaint herself with the earliest kings and queens of Scotland is Richard Oram, a professor of medieval and en…
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The Afterlife of Mary, Queen of Scots
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Arguably the most famous monarch in Scottish history, Mary, Queen of Scots remains a figure of global intrigue more than 400 years after her death. One question, then: why? In a previous episode of Love Scotland, Jackie explored the life and times of Mary. Today, she’s on a mission to find out why Mary’s story and legacy have been pored over in suc…
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Robert the Bruce: Battles of a King
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In the second part of a two-episode biography of Robert the Bruce’s life, Jackie returns to the studio with Professor Dauvit Broun of the University of Glasgow. Last week, we looked at the early life of Robert and how his canny abilities, not to mention his tendency to switch allegiance at opportune moments, helped him to secure power. But what cam…
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Robert the Bruce: Fact and Fiction
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Welcome to a new series of Love Scotland. In this week’s episode, Jackie is joined by Professor Dauvit Broun of the University of Glasgow to discuss the life of Robert the Bruce. Robert, King of Scots from 1306-1329, led a fascinating life full of changing allegiances, shifting power and military victories. How much of our common understanding of t…
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How 'The Gladiator' cinematographer John Mathieson thinks about film, a unique perspective from one of the greats.
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When we sat down to talk, John Mathieson and just returned from shooting Gladiator 2 with Ridley Scott in Malta. He was part of the orignal team, having wenty-five years earlier shot the original iconic film. Afer that first collaboration he was the cinematographer for numerous films for Scott, including Kingdom of Heaven, Hannibal and Robin Hood. …
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Jackie gives a brief introduction to brand-new season of the Love Scotland podcast. We're going across the centuries to delve into the stories of Mary Queen of Scots and Robert the Bruce, then skipping ahead to the tales of the Georgian Tea Room. Jackie also hears from the Trust's archaeology team about wartime relics beind unearthed across the cou…
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Becoming a documentary storyteller - the Four Essential Steps
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The art of documentary storytelling is not a static skill, but a journey with distinct milestones. I'm Nigel Levy, your guide through the labyrinth of crafting compelling narratives, and this episode of DocFix Documentary Storytelling Podcast is your roadmap. This is about unearthing the universal skills that will elevate your craft regardless of y…
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We finish our pick of episodes from the archives with this conversation between Jackie and actor Sam Heughan, first released in 2022. The Dumfries and Galloway-born Outlander star, who has also launched his own whisky brand and became a New York Times bestselling author in 2020, joined Jackie to discuss his on-screen adventures at some of Scotland’…
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TOP FIVE: Scotland on Screen
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We’re rolling out the red carpet for this episode from the archives, first released in 2022. With Hollywood’s eyes on this weekend’s Academy Awards, take a dive into this cinematic history of Scotland’s relationship with the silver screen. What was the first film to earn Scotland a place on the movie-making map? Which horror cult classic was shot i…
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TOP FIVE: Romans in Scotland
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This week, we’re going all the way back to Roman times – an an episode first released in 2023 – to find out about the Antonine wall and why Scotland was ‘Rome’s Afghanistan’. What led to the speedy evacuation of the Antonine wall, which was once garrisoned by thousands of Roman soldiers? What was Rome’s relationship with the lands beyond the wall r…
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TOP FIVE: The real history of Scotland’s witches
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This week, we’re returning to one of our most popular episodes, which was first released in May 2022. Jackie was joined by Dr Ciaran Jones, the lead researcher and author of a report on the links between NTS properties and the witch trials of the 16th-18th centuries. Why did Scotland try to execute five times as many so-called witches as the rest o…
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TOP FIVE: Massacre at Glencoe
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Production is underway on the next full series of Love Scotland, but in the meantime, we’re diving into the archives to highlight five of the top episodes of all time. This week, we’re returning to two episodes that – when combined – offer a full look at the Massacre of Glencoe. Some 332 years ago this week, around 30 members of Clan MacDonald were…
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