Virginia Giuffre died by suicide last week, aged 41. Jeffrey Epstein’s key accuser was instrumental in putting Ghislaine Maxwell behind bars and had also accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault. He’s always denied the claims and settled the case for a rumoured £12 million. So was justice done for Giuffre and the other survivors? And how did a woman from the right side of the tracks end up being trafficked around the world?

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If you've been affected by anything you've heard in this episode, you can call the Samaritans on 116 123 or the Rape Crisis rape and sexual abuse support line on 0808 500 2222.

Guest: Helen Rumbelow, Feature Writer and Columnist, The Times.

Host: Manveen Rana.

Producers: 

• Olivia Case
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Further reading:

• Virginia Giuffre’s battle to escape the past
• Virginia Giuffre obituary

Clips: BBC, Miami Herald, NBC, 60 Minutes Australia.

Photo: Getty Images.

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Join host Nicola Barron in conversation with Hayley Quinn, the London-based dating coach who has helped thousands of singles break out of dating ruts, build confidence, and enjoy meeting new people again. In this insightful episode, Hayley shares expert advice on how to approach dating in real life, avoid common first-date mistakes, and create genuine connections beyond the apps.

Don't miss Hayley’s live online masterclass, How to Find the Love of Your Life – In Real Life, on Wednesday, 5th February 2025. Book now at standard.co.uk/masterclasses.

Part of The Bigger Life Festival, brought to you by Masterclasses from The Standard.

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A new interview series where Martha Kearney takes people to a favourite place to explore their passion for nature.

Forget spa music and whale songs, turns out the real relaxing music might be a blast of heavy metal. Studies suggest towns with more metal bands have fewer alcohol-related hospital visits and even lower mortality rates. Today on Why?, Emma Kennedy is joined by journalist for Independent Nurse and self confessed metal head Sumaiyah Uddin to find out how mosh pits could be the path to mental wellbeing. 

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WHY? is presented by Emma Kennedy. Produced by Liam Tait and Kathleen Johnston. Edited by Tom Taylor. Theme music by Jade Bailey. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group editor: Andrew Harrison. Artwork by James Parrett. Additional music is from Artlist.io. WHY? is a Podmasters Production.

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What if embracing your ADHD could be the key to finally feeling at peace with yourself?

On this week's Summer ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit Episode, I talk to world-renowned ADHD psychotherapist Sari Solden about the journey from self-doubt and masking to deep self-acceptance and confidence. With over 35 years of experience helping adults with ADHD, Sari shares her deep wisdom on navigating identity, self-acceptance, and the unique challenges faced by women with ADHD.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into your ADHD journey, this conversation will give you practical tools and the hope that you can create a life that works beautifully with your brain.

My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The common misconceptions about ADHD in women
• The role of identity and self-acceptance in managing ADHD
• How to understand and embrace ADHD as part of your identity
• How to overcome shame, self-doubt and societal pressures
• Ways to balance protection and connection in your relationships
• Navigate ADHD and live a more fulfilled life using Sari’s three-stage framework
• How to communicate your needs to others in a way that feels comfortable
• Cultural expectations of different genders and the impact this has on executive functioning

Timestamps:

• 04:06 - Exploring ADHD Identity and Acceptance
• 07:42 - Starting the Journey of Acceptance
• 12:48 - Navigating the Identity Crisis in ADHD Awareness
• 19:54 - Navigating the Challenges of ADHD
• 22:53 - Understanding Gender Expectations and ADHD

Whether you’re at the start of your ADHD journey or working on deeper self-acceptance, this episode offers tools, validation, and encouragement to live a more confident, authentic life.

Links and Resources:

• Join the Waitlist for my new ADHD community-first membership, More Yourself, launching in September! Get exclusive founding offers [here].
• Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].
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• Connect with Sari via her website or find her on Instagram. 

Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. 

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Nearly a third of children in the UK live in relative poverty, and rising numbers face material deprivation. The government’s Opportunity Mission pledges that every child should grow up in a safe, loving home and that families should be able to afford the essentials — but how close are we to that goal?

In this episode of IFS Zooms In, Helen Miller is joined by Christine Farquharson (IFS) and Baroness Anne Longfield (Centre for Young Lives; former Children’s Commissioner for England) to explore:

- How family structures are changing and what that means for children

- The impact of child poverty and financial insecurity

- Why children’s social care is under growing pressure

- What early intervention could do to improve outcomes

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the final Q+A episode, where we put your questions to the experts.

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Iain dives into the life and crimes of Soapy Smith, a 19th-century con artist who earned his nickname by mastering the art of ‘The Soap Game’. Hear about how Soapy went from a small-time crook to the leader of a major criminal empire in America’s Wild West.

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MY GUEST THIS WEEK: CALUM SCOTT

This week, I’m joined by singer, songwriter and mental health advocate Calum Scott. You might know him from Britain’s Got Talent, but behind that viral moment is a powerful story of shame, self-worth, and survival. Calum opens up about coming out at 12, living with body dysmorphia, and how therapy—and his mum—helped him through his darkest moments. We talk about social media, self-acceptance, and what it meant to sing with Take That for the King. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t belong, this one’s for you.

CALUM’S NEW MUSIC – GOD KNOWS

Calum’s got new music coming out on Friday 4th April. You can pre-save it here: https://calumscott.lnk.to/godknows

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Please reach out—you matter.

CREDITS

🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon

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The founder of the gossip website is now known. Is this a victory for those targeted by the site? 

Writer: Rachael Healy

Producer: Ada Barumé

Host: Tomini Babs

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Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore

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MUSINGS

behind the scenes, breaking some taboos, what's it really like?

I reflect on the sacred initiations of birth and death, inviting us to explore the profound mysteries that connect us all. As we navigate our unique soul journeys, we are beckoned to embrace change. By saying yes to transformation, we open ourselves to a deeper flow of life force, enriching our hearts and lives with the essence of our true selves

Caroline Moorehead salutes the energetic brilliance of singer Josephine Baker; and Aaron Peck on the past, present and future of the avant-garde.

'Fearless and free: A memoir', by Josephine Baker, translated by Anam Zafar and Sophie Lewis

'Josephine Baker's secret war: The African American star who fought for France and freedom', by Hanna Diamond

'What art does: An unfinished theory', by Brian Eno and Bette A.

'How to be avant-garde: Modern artists and the quest to end art', by Morgan Falconer

'The uncanny muse: Music, art, and machines from automata to AI', by David Hajdu

Produced by Charlotte Pardy

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In this episode of Tefl Unlocked, host Luan speaks with Nancy about her transformative journey from being an accountant to becoming a TEFL teacher.

They discuss the challenges and rewards of this career change, the flexibility that TEFL offers, and how it has positively impacted Nancy's family life.

Nancy shares her experiences with TEFL certification, her early teaching days, and the skills she has gained that also benefit her parenting.

The conversation concludes with advice for those considering a similar path.

The Blitz Kids are still attending school, although there’s quite a few changes… and don’t forget your gas mask! 

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Barcelona in Spain is famous for its beautiful streets, lined with tall apartment buildings. But the architecture is a problem for many people who have lived for years in upstairs apartments but who now find the stairs unmanageable.

In 2008, a survey found that in one district there were 300 people who could not leave their homes alone. A group of volunteers decided to do something about this and got hold of a special wheelchair with caterpillar tracks, so it can be used to take people up and down stairs. After an initial pilot scheme they launched a local service called “Let's Go Down to the Street”, to help elderly residents go shopping or meet up with friends. Sixteen years on, the service is offered across the city.

Plus we visit a home for senior citizens in an unlikely location: a university campus. The Mirabella complex at Arizona State University in the US offers its residents the chance to sample the college lifestyle – from lectures to shows and sports fixtures.

People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.

We first podcast this episode in February 2024.

Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer: William Kremer Reporters: Esperanza Escribano, Anthony Wallace Series Producer: Jon Bithrey Editor: Penny Murphy Sound mix: Gareth Jones

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When summer throws you off your plan, what do you do?

In this episode, we're talking about the real life challenges that come with training during the summer months. Whether it's the heat, the kids being off school, BBQs every weekend, a hectic work schedule, or just a general lack of motivation… it can feel like your goals are slipping away.

But it's not about giving up, it's about adapting.

We're sharing practical tips, mindset shifts, and strategies we use with our own clients so you can keep training consistently, even when life throws a few curveballs your way.

Let's turn those lemons into progress. Because the most successful runners aren't the ones with perfect conditions, they're the ones who've made the situation work for them.

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How much information can you extract from a burnt fragment of human bone?

Quite a lot, it turns out - not only about the individual, but also their broader lives and communities; and these are the stories unearthed by Jacqueline McKinley, a Principal Osteoarchaeologist with Wessex Archaeology.

During her career, Jackie has analysed thousands of ancient burial sites across the British Isles, bringing to life the old traditions around death via often cremated human remains. She's also assisted criminal investigators with forensic analysis, and contributed to some of the UK's best-loved archaeological TV shows. And one thing she’s absolutely clear about: far from being macabre, osteoarchaeology is more about the living, than the dead...

In conversation with Professor Jim Al-Khalili, Jackie talks about the stories we can derive from skeletal remains, how western attitudes to death have gone through a major recent shift, and why she's kept some of her late father's bones.

Presented by Jim Al-Khalili Produced for BBC Studios by Lucy Taylor Reversion for World Service by Minnie Harrop

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Early Career

00:27 First Reality Show Experience

01:23 Stage School and Auditioning

03:00 Supportive Family Background

03:43 Memorable TV Moments

04:16 Professionalism in the Industry

06:01 Learning from Industry Veterans

07:21 Reflecting on a Long Career

19:12 Stand-Up Comedy and Unique Challenges

21:02 Celebrity Wrestling Experience

24:12 Reality TV and Future Aspirations

26:06 Staying True to Oneself

28:40 Memorable Encounters and Impressions

34:51 Family Life and Public Exposure

35:39 Sweet Successes and TV Shows

37:17 Parenting and Life Lessons

39:30 The Importance of Taking Risks

42:49 Balancing Work and Wellbeing

44:58 The Menopause Conversation

54:31 The Golden Pill Campaign

01:02:48 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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Hormones aren’t JUST anything. They make you who you are and control everything – your energy, mood, weight, confidence, hunger, motivation, outlook, libido the list goes on. The impact of hormone imbalance on our psychology and behaviour has been dismissed – until now. 

Let’s stop diminishing the way we feel because of our hormones, by uttering those three little words: “I’m just hormonal”, and start embracing the power you can have over them. 

Elle Sera supports thousands of women to reclaim their hormones, including myself. Our golden pill is packed with five potent ingredients, carefully chosen to rebalance hormones in one essential daily dose.

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It’s Spring so lets Spring clean your whole life. We give you our best tips for organising your house, your clothes, your money and most importantly getting rid of toxic relationships!

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Today Lindsey is dragged to a rock climbing centre by her athletic friend Jenny which results in a life changing discovery about her over-zealous anatomy. She helps her mum rescue a missing rat and, with the help of Elton John, hosts an intimate funeral.

Welcome to the life of the most beautiful princess in all of Birmingham and its surrounding areas. This week Lindsey Santoro has started a diary. But she’s not 13 years old daydreaming about her latest crush and sleepover plans. She’s a 37-year-old no-nonsense Brummy whose days are more likely to involve thrush cream and a bargy with a bus driver. You are cordially invited to step into her world and learn lessons from her lively life.

Producer: Sasha Bobak Production Coordinator: Katie Baum Script Editor: Ruth Husko Executive Producer: Pete Strauss

A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

The CAT Club presents a classic vinyl album:

MAGAZINE – REAL LIFE

with special guest

HELEN CHASE

Magazine’s strength lay in their ability to marry together punk roots, a vision of the future and a keen literary mind. This can be a fine line to walk without falling off to one side or the other, but Magazine walked it superbly with ‘Real Life.’

Helen Chase’s revised and updated edition of ‘Magazine: The Biography' tells the story of the iconic band formed by Howard Devoto after he left Buzzcocks. It’s a riveting insight into a greatly respected and hugely influential band whose music remains fresh and relevant today.

In the interviewer’s chair was JASON BARNARD.

This event took place on 29th May in the Pigeon Loft at The Robin Hood, Pontefract, West Yorkshire.

This podcast has been edited for content and for copyright reasons.

To find out more about the CAT Club please visit: www.thecatclub.co.uk

Happy Trails.

This week I’m delighted to welcome back to The Shift one of my most listened-to guests, Nicola Sturgeon.

When we last spoke, at the start of 2022, Nicola was First Minister of Scotland - the first woman to hold the role, the first woman in 600 years to be the keeper of the seal. And During her tenure, she was widely acknowledged to be one of the most impactful politicians of her generation.

During our last conversation, she spoke for the first time about how it felt to experience menopausal symptoms in the corridors of power. Her candour was one of the things that opened the floodgates of the menopause conversation.

But that was then. A year later she shocked the world by resigning from the role she had been working towards since she was 16, in an attempt to build a life outside politics and away from the public glare.

Now she’s written a book, Frankly, a personal and political memoir about her life in politics. And, like it’s title suggests, she’s tried not to pull any punches or side step any issues - personal or political.

Nicola came to hang out in my living room in Edinburgh to discuss the decision to leave (and why she can't see a man making the same call) and the impact of spending the next two years under a cloud of suspicion. We also discussed class, confidence, turning back the clock, the price of success for women, learning to drive at 53, and finally having the freedom to get a tattoo!

* You can buy all the books mentioned in this podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Shift bookshop on Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, including Frankly by Nicola Sturgeon as well as the book that inspired this podcast, The Shift: how I lost and found myself after 40 - and you can too, by me.

* If you enjoyed this episode and you fancy buying me a coffee, pop over to my page on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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The adventures of Barbara and Tom Good in Surbiton brought self-sufficiency to the small screens of the nation. Fifty years on from the airing of that first episode of The Good Life, Leyla Kazim is about to embark on her own sustainable living dream as she seeks to live off the land when she moves from London to Portugal.

So what lessons can she learn from The Goods about food production – whether that’s animal husbandry or growing-your-own? And will she succeed when she can’t even speak the language?

Leyla visits Groundswell, the Regenerative Agriculture Festival, in urgent search of advice. She speaks to Andy Cato from Wildfarmed, Rob Hopkins of the Transition Network and Helen Browning from the Soil Association. She also explores the forest garden of Martin Crawford in Devon as she plans her own food forest.

Produced by Robin Markwell for BBC Audio in Bristol.

Contains clips of The Good Life from Series 1, Episode 1 "Plough Your Own Furrow", Series 1 Episode 2 "Say Little Hen..." and Series 1 Episode 4 "Pig's Lib"

Charlotte Richardson is joined by The Mail Women's Football correspondent Kathryn Batte, Sheffield United's Chelsea Loanee, Charlotte Wardlaw and Everton manager Brian Sorensen.

Lots to pour over including the commencement of International week, a record start for Bompastor at Chelsea, United and Arsenal sharing the spoils, terrible Villa and the excitement of the Championship.

Plus a look at the FA cup

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In the interwar era, artists and designers embraced a sleek modern style that embodied the optimism and elegance of the age. On the centenary of the Paris expo that launched Art Deco on the international stage, this Long Read written by historian Emma Bastin explores its origins and impacts.

HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s feature originally appeared in the August 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB.

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How age and life experiences can reignite artistic passions long buried beneath the weight of societal expectations. 

For this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Sally Fox, a once-aspiring artist turned leadership consultant. After years of letting grades and external validation dictate her creative identity, Sally bravely broke free from the chains of self-doubt. Now in her 70s, she revels in her creativity, embracing art, writing, and performance with newfound vigour. 

We discuss the pivotal moment during a flight from Japan that sparked her artistic renaissance, as she realized that her creative essence could no longer be suppressed. 

Our discussion also touches on the barriers many face in reconnecting with their creative selves, particularly the pressures of childhood and societal norms that often stifle artistic expression. Sally reflects on her own childhood, where the judgement of others led her to abandon her natural artistic inclinations. Through her narrative, she emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity in later life, encouraging listeners to reclaim their artistic identities regardless of age. Sally’s insights not only inspire but also challenge us to consider how we can cultivate a more creative existence in our daily lives, reminding us that creativity flourishes when we allow ourselves the freedom to explore, play, and express without fear of judgement.

Whether you’re an artist at heart or someone who has yet to find your creative outlet, this conversation is a gentle nudge to embrace your inner artist and explore the vibrant world of creativity waiting to be unlocked at any age.

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In this solo episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney unpacks the much-anticipated Renters' Rights Bill currently moving through UK Parliament. Sarah discusses not only the legal changes but also the broader impact on the property market, landlord operations, and tenant-landlord dynamics.

What You'll Learn:

• A detailed overview of the 12 key provisions in the upcoming Renters' Rights Bill.
• What the end of fixed-term tenancies and the ban on Section 21 evictions mean for landlords.
• The new pet request rights and how to handle them responsibly.
• Why a PRS landlord database and ombudsman is a game-changer.
• What risks casual landlords face and how professional landlords can turn this into an opportunity.

Timestamps

[03:52] - End of Fixed-Term Tenancies

[07:33] - No-Fault Eviction Ban (Section 21)

[09:24] - Rent Increases, Bidding Wars, and Pet Requests

[11:37] - Written Terms, Fees, and Discrimination Rules

[12:24] - Penalties & PRS Database

[15:11] - Decent Homes Standard & Enforcement

[16:19] - What It Means for Tenants and Landlords

[20:13] - Final Thoughts and Advice

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In today’s episode we’re digging into puppy sales online and the founders of a new verification app called Pet Proov. Following a tragic experience Kate Margolis teamed up with Garry Clarke to invent a new system that can verify a breeder online to offer peace of mind that you won’t be scammed. Along with their aim to stop unscrupulous breeding, profits and scamming, Pet Proov helps re-homing centres verify their adopters. The technology can help in verify dog sitters, walkers, trainers and the whole sector that’s currently lacking in regulation.

We’re also joined by Ira Moss, CEO of All Dogs Matter - London’s leading independent rescue and re-homing charity of dogs and sometimes cats too! We discuss the need verification in certain situations, now we’re more reliant of digital technology. All in a bid to increase ethical and responsible dog ownership in the UK.

For more info go to petproov.com and alldogsmatter.co.uk

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Happy Monday! It's another week and Jane and Fi are here to tackle the big questions... Are frozen shoulders contagious? Is there a sex kitten in your cul-de-sac? Can you trust a weather forecast in Scotland?

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

If you want to come and see us at Fringe by the Sea, you can buy tickets here: www.fringebythesea.com/fi-jane-and-judy-murray/

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The next book club pick has been announced! We’ll be reading Leonard and Hungry Paul by Rónán Hession.

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As part of our series of Glastonbury specials, Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw sit down with Emily Eavis to discuss this year's festival - from site changes and secret sets, to the cheesemongers weather forecast. Plus, what it's really like planning a festival like Glastonbury in 2025 and why the power of community is the thread that holds it all together.

Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

This is the Met Office UK Weather forecast for the next 10 days 16/04/2025. After a bit more rain through the Easter weekend, more settled weather should return.Bringing you this week’s 10 Day Trend is Alex Burkill.

Mark 4:38-39 (KJV)

And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.

Among the world’s most unpredictable fixed variables, weather fluctuations from hot to cold, rainy to dry and vice versa can occur in mere moments! In the same way, its parallels between the circumstances we face in our lives are abundant. Many Christians make the detrimental mistake of expecting their circumstances to match the level of their joy. They expect peace to be their portion only if the bank account agrees. This is far from true.

According to the Word, it makes no difference the situation you find yourself in, whether it rains or shines, it should never determine your peace or joy. There is a God given tranquillity that can calm the greatest storms around you. Look at the example of our Lord Jesus, He literally slept peacefully during a killer storm! What’s the weather like in your life today? Whatever it is, don’t let it affect your peace!

PROPHETIC DECLARATION 

 I do not fear what happens around me. No matter what today’s spiritual weather forecast projects, I do not fear the enemy’s fruitless plans. There shall be peace in my life in Jesus’ Name! Amen. 

FURTHER STUDY

Habakkuk 3:17-18

The British Association of Comparative Law (BACL) held a discussion of Dr Irini Katsirea’s book, 'Press Freedom and Regulation in a Digital Era: A Comparative Study' (2024) on 29th April 2025.

This book examines the challenges for press freedom in the nascent digital news ecosystem. Drawing upon decisions of the European Court of Human Rights and the Court of Justice of the European Union, as well as from German, UK and US case law, this comparative work explores the regulation of the press in the digital era and the impact of the proliferating media laws, policies, and jurisprudence on press freedom.

Professor Jacob Rowbottom (University of Oxford) chaired the discussion between Dr Irini Katsirea (University of Sheffield), Dr Peter Coe, (University of Birmingham), Emeritus Professor Thomas Gibbons (University of Manchester), and Emeritus Professor Bernd Holznagel (University of Münster).

A Little Bit Richer is all about helping you find different ways to save and grow your money. But why bother? What can all that saved up and invested cash actually get you?

What many people look for is the financial freedom and flexibility to live their dream lifestyle. You might want to go travelling, retire early, or have a portfolio career. Once you figure out what your priorities are, it’s time to understand how your finances can help you make those goals happen.

That’s where Jenny Hazan, Director of Customer Value Management at Legal & General, comes in. In this episode, she and Kia Commodore chat about all the different lifestyle choices out there, and how your finances can free you up to make those choices.

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on Legal & General’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

You can read more about the FIRE movement here:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/retirement/rewirement/setting-financial-goals/the-fire-movement-what-is-it/

Kia and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from Legal & General’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

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Coach Bronson

 Coach Bronson is over 50 and didn’t start his fitness journey until his late 30s. Being 70 pounds overweight with IBS and health issues, he transformed his life with fitness and proper nutrition. 

Coach Bronson has spent over a decade coaching and helping people. Coach Bronson believes in an animal-based, low-carb nutritional approach. He emphasises that fitness goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about improving everyday life. 

His mission is helping others achieve physical freedom and say “YES I CAN” to life’s challenges. Fitness is freedom and freedom is your choice.

Link to Show Notes on Website

160: Coach Bronson – Fitness Is Freedom

Coach Bronson’s Top Tips

1. When you are trying to find out why you are doing this you have to keep digging and ask yourself “Why?”
2. You can’t fall off the wagon – you are the one driving the wagon, you are not sitting in the back – they are a subconscious scapegoat.
3. Don’t be afraid to experiment – there is no wrong answer.

Coach Bronson’s Books

The Ultimate Ketogenic Fitness Book: The complete guide to optimizing Keto for a better quality of life – Bronson Dant

https://amzn.to/46xGBMt

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Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ultimateketogenicfitness

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Website Details:

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The Fabulously Keto Diet & Lifestyle Journal: A 12-week journal to support new habits – Jackie Fletcher

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Coach Bronson

 Coach Bronson is over 50 and didn’t start his fitness journey until his late 30s. Being 70 pounds overweight with IBS and health issues, he transformed his life with fitness and proper nutrition. 

Coach Bronson has spent over a decade coaching and helping people. Coach Bronson believes in an animal-based, low-carb nutritional approach. He emphasises that fitness goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about improving everyday life. 

His mission is helping others achieve physical freedom and say “YES I CAN” to life’s challenges. Fitness is freedom and freedom is your choice.

Link to Show Notes on Website

160: Coach Bronson – Fitness Is Freedom

Coach Bronson’s Top Tips

1. When you are trying to find out why you are doing this you have to keep digging and ask yourself “Why?”
2. You can’t fall off the wagon – you are the one driving the wagon, you are not sitting in the back – they are a subconscious scapegoat.
3. Don’t be afraid to experiment – there is no wrong answer.

Coach Bronson’s Books

The Ultimate Ketogenic Fitness Book: The complete guide to optimizing Keto for a better quality of life – Bronson Dant

https://amzn.to/46xGBMt

Connect with Coach Bronson on social media

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ultimateketogenicfitness

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.bronson

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coach.bronson

Website Details:

https://coachbronson.com

The Fabulously Keto Diet & Lifestyle Journal: A 12-week journal to support new habits – Jackie Fletcher

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In this powerful and soul-baring solo episode, Hannah unpacks the tangled threads of money, social media, alignment, and spiritual service—and what it really means to stay true to your path when the noise of the industry gets loud.

✨ In this honest, reflective episode:

• Money blocks vs. values—what if it’s not resistance, but resonance?
• The cult-like language of spiritual marketing and chasing algorithms
• Chris Riley’s Channel 4 documentary and uncomfortable truths about mass-market mediumship
• Why some of the best readings don’t happen in paid sessions
• Spirit’s role in evidence—do they make mistakes, or are we not trusting enough?
• The unexpected gift of drifting—choosing creativity over commercial pressure
• Thoughts on mediumship ethics, integration, responsibility, and public representation
• Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic and the inspiration to stop demanding income from creativity

It’s raw, wide-ranging, and full of perspective shifts for anyone exploring the balance between passion, purpose, and profession in spiritual work.

#MediumshipMatters #SpiritualIntegrity #MediumshipAndMoney #ChrisRiley #BigMagic #SpiritualBusiness #SpiritualMarketing #EvidentialMediumship #SoulAlignment #CreativeFreedom

I'm starting a circle, and you're invited.

Most people developing their mediumship are doing it on their own. From September I'm running a monthly development circle inside Spirit Social, where you practise with other people instead of just reading about it. Over 12 monthly live events, alongside daily card readings and live demonstrations.

Come and join us: https://onelink.to/pgwzuq

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This week on The Tax Factor Rehana Earle and Ele Theochari look at possible U-turns on the non-dom regime, with Rachel Reeves reportedly reconsidering inheritance tax on global assets amid City concerns.

They also discuss the High Court ruling that allows VAT on private school fees, rising tax receipts including a 14% hike in IHT, and a delayed Tax Freedom Day as fiscal drag bites. Plus, we revisit Making Tax Digital, with new guidance ahead of the  rollout is HMRC going to be helpful to tax payers and agents around the new tax reporting framework?

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you resisting structure in your business because you're craving freedom, creativity, and flexibility? In this episode, Anna Lundberg debunks the myth that structure stifles creativity and explains how the right systems actually give you more space to breathe, more focus, and more joy in your work. Tune in if you're tired of juggling everything yourself and want your business to run more smoothly - without losing the freedom you left corporate to find.

Key takeaways:

• Structure = Freedom Loose schedules feel freeing, but lack of structure can lead to decision fatigue, inconsistent income, marketing chaos, and, eventually, burnout. Simple systems set you free by eliminating wasted energy and providing consistency.

• The Cost of Chaos Not having systems actually keeps you stuck—leading to sporadic visibility, inconsistent clients, and being the bottleneck in your business. Professional, reliable processes attract high-calibre clients.

• Simple Systems to Set Up You don't need complicated tech to start—simple, manual systems can transform your workflow. Anna recommends project management tools, onboarding/offboarding templates, streamlined invoicing, and content workflows.

• Start Small & Build as You Grow You can add structure bit by bit. Start by documenting repetitive tasks, creating templates, and introducing basic automation when you're ready. This frees up more time for high-value work and creativity.

• Delegation & Boundaries Matter Use systems to delegate effectively (even recording your workflow for assistants or AI to follow!) and to reinforce boundaries—such as set working hours and strategic planning time.

Ready to build a business that actually works - with simple systems that support sustainable growth? The Business Accelerator helps independent experts like you design offers, pricing, marketing, and rhythms that protect your time and increase your income - without burning out.

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Today's episode is a chat with business and mindset coach Nicola Charlotte who generously shared her strategies for buidling freedeom and flexibility into your business by attracting dream clients, restructuring businesses for passive income, and diversifying income streams.

Nicola shared her insight on building a business that supports a desired lifestyle without compromising freedom, the importance of personal branding and storytelling in attracting clients, and practical tips for creating content that builds credibility and nurtures relationships organically.

We also chatted about the challenge of passive programs, the implications of AI and personal touch in standing out. Nicola also provided some really practical advice on planning and executing the development of new income stream which was so helpful.

Grab a cuppa and dive in.....

Episode highlights:

05:54 Finding the dream client 12:04 How to share yourself authentically without sharing all of yourself 24:26 Is passive income really 'passive'? 30:37 How niching down helps your business

Thanks to Marketing Magic for sponsoring this episode.

Don't forget to check out Nicola's podcast and follow her on Instagram!

If you'd like to have a chat come find me on Instagram. Can't wait to connect with you.

This episode was written and produced by me and edited by Lucy Lucraft.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

In this comprehensive masterclass episode, I share everything I learned during my 15 years working inside banks as a trained financial adviser, watching thousands of intelligent people convinced they weren't good with money. After discovering that you don't need to be rich to get started, don't need financial qualifications, and definitely don't need to love numbers to build wealth like the top 1%, I'm pulling back the curtain on the complete system that's helped thousands break free from financial stress. This is your complete guide to transforming your relationship with money - covering both the practical strategies and the psychology that banks don't want you to know about - regardless of your starting point.

00:00 Understanding Money and Wealth Building 12:31 Rewriting Your Money Story 19:31 Creating a Debt Freedom Plan 27:52 Setting Motivating Financial Goals 38:51 Establishing a Weekly Money Routine 45:33 Monthly Financial Focus and Adjustments 54:49 The Importance of Starting to Invest 01:01:06 Investment Strategies Across Life Stages 01:11:22 Psychology of Money and Saving Techniques 01:20:34 Transforming Your Relationship with Money 01:21:33 The Female Financial Foundations Course Overview 01:22:56 Exclusive Course Offer and Bonuses

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Amy-Eloise Neale has competed at all the major international competitions from World Championships, Dimond Leagues, Commonwealth Games, and the Olympics. She is a Tokyo Olympian in the 5000m, European Indoor Champion 3000m (2022), 4th at the Commonwealth Championships 5000m (2022), and British Champion Indoor 3000m / Outdoor 5000m (2022) Her time in the sport started very young but she has sustained her success over the years. In this episode she talks through her journey through the sport, including a deep dive into her time in the NCCA and how she overcame an eating disorder. Amy reflects upon the transition into becoming a pro runner, and how she found the balance that was right for her. She also shares her new plans for the future.

#runningpodcast #femaleathlete

Join the Institute of Economic Affairs for a panel discussion on "The Torch of Liberty: Can the Conservative Party win back the young?" at the 2024 Conservative Party Conference. Hosted by Reem Ibrahim, Acting Director of Communications at the IEA, this engaging session features Lord David Frost, Conservative Member of the House of Lords, Tom Clougherty, IEA Executive Director, and Dr. Christopher Snowdon, IEA Head of Lifestyle Economics.

The panel explores the crucial question of whether the Conservative Party can rediscover its love for liberty and appeal to younger voters. Our speakers delve into topics such as economic freedom, personal liberties, and the challenges facing conservative principles in modern British politics. They discuss the impact of recent policies, the role of ideology in shaping political discourse, and strategies for promoting free-market ideas in an increasingly collectivist environment.

Don't miss this conversation as our experts analyse the Conservative Party's recent track record, debate the future of freedom-oriented policies, and offer their perspectives on how to make liberty appealing again. Whether you're a political enthusiast, a young conservative, or simply interested in the future of British politics, this panel provides valuable insights into the ongoing struggle between individual freedom and state intervention.

The Institute of Economic Affairs is an educational charity, it does not endorse or give support for any political party in the UK or elsewhere. Our mission is to improve understanding of the fundamental institutions of a free society by analysing and expounding the role of markets in solving economic and social problems.

This week, Pandora returns for a very personal solo episode, reflecting on themes of shame, self-worth, identity, and belonging. After a tough few weeks of physical pain and mental spiralling, she shares how reconnecting with her values — and stepping out of the victim mindset — has helped her find a little more hope.

Drawing on her lived experience with OCD and an eating disorder, she opens up about the difference between fitting in and belonging — and how so much of her life has been shaped by the struggle to feel understood. From childhood compulsions to navigating stigma, isolation, and shame, Pandora explores what it means to advocate for yourself and live in alignment with who you truly are.

In this episode, Pandora discusses:

• How physical pain can intensify mental rumination and anxiety
• Her personal battle with OCD and the intense shame that often accompanies it
• Why belonging is a human need, and why fitting in often isn’t the answer
• The emotional toll of growing up misunderstood — and how healing begins with being seen
• Creating space for your quirks, needs, and values — and the courage it takes to do so

She also references:

• Lucy Hale’s conversation on the Lewis Howes Podcast — on shame, addiction, and recovery
• Elizabeth Day’s book Friendaholic, exploring the purpose and evolution of friendships
• Johann Hari’s work on addiction and connection
• Oscar Wilde’s famous quote: “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”

Plus — a reminder to catch this week’s powerful guest episode with Dr. Elizabeth Kilbey, author of Unplugged, on how social media and digital addiction are impacting children’s mental health — and how we can help: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dr-elizabeth-kilbey-on-the-truth-about-children-tech/id1649515453?i=1000709086046

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Tw: This podcast discusses themes of eating disorders and baby loss. We have lots of other episodes you can listen to , so please skip this one if you find these topics distressing.

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Sandra is joined by Dr. Tara Porter to dive deep into the psychology behind disordered eating, perfectionism, and our lifelong emotional relationship with food. From teens struggling with peer pressure to adults caught in a 60-year cycle of dieting and shame, this is a candid, compassionate conversation that resonates across generations.

We discuss:

• Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders:

  Tara explains the blurred line between the two and how both are shaped by emotional triggers, societal pressures, and early-life patterns.

• The Shame Cycle:

  Why restriction and overeating often go hand in hand—and how guilt, secrecy, and perfectionism keep people stuck in toxic loops.

• The Influence of Childhood & Culture:

  From skipping school lunches to coping with grief, food becomes both comfort and control. Tara and Sandra unpack how cultural messages (like “good vs. bad” foods) are internalized early and influence eating patterns for decades.

• Perfectionism & Mental Health:

  Dr. Tara highlights the dangers of perfectionism and how it's linked to anxiety, depression, and eating struggles. She unpacks the “what-the-hell effect” and how chasing a perfect diet leads to self-sabotage.

• The "Good Enough" Concept:

  A core theme from Tara’s parenting book, this episode explores how not feeling “good enough” fuels everything from disordered eating to low self-worth. Includes tips on breaking free and healing—even in later life.

• Generational Trauma & Emotional Inheritance:

  How comments from parents—even at age 66—can carry emotional weight, and what to do when you still feel diminished by someone else’s words.

• Comfort Eating & Grief:

  Practical advice for those who use food to cope with loss or loneliness, including real tools to replace emotional eating with true self-care.

💡 Expert Advice & Takeaways:

• Use “psychologically healthy eating” as a framework: balance nutrition, intuition, and emotion like a rowing boat with a rudder.
• Develop your “F-off shield” and “compassion blanket” to protect yourself from hurtful comments while nurturing healing.
• Journaling prompts and letter writing as emotional processing tools.
• Restraint, not restriction: how to build healthy boundaries with biscuits (and everything else).

• It's never too late to change – emotional healing and mindset shifts can happen at any age.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

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  You Don’t Understand Me – Dr. Tara’s guide for teenage girls navigating emotions, self-worth, and relationships with food. https://amzn.eu/d/1GQB0fe

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  Good Enough: A Framework for Modern Parenting – Tackles perfectionism, emotional resilience, and responsive parenting. https://amzn.eu/d/eOgzYri

• The Weight’s Over by Sandra Roycroft-Davis – A powerful guide to retraining your brain and breaking free from diet culture. https://amzn.eu/d/e6f8x68

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“When the world forgets Afghanistan, we keep speaking. We are the voices of the women who can no longer be heard.”

What would you risk for the right to play sport? For Khalida Popal, the answer is everything.

This powerful episode of The Game Changers tells the extraordinary story of a woman who defied the Taliban, challenged a corrupt sporting system and used football to fight for the lives and freedoms of women and girls across the world.

Khalida Popal was just a child when her family fled Taliban rule in Afghanistan. In the harsh reality of a refugee camp, she discovered football – a game that gave her joy, freedom, and purpose. Returning to Afghanistan as a teenager, she dared to play in public, formed the country’s first women’s national team and proudly captained her side in the face of threats, abuse and constant danger.

But her leadership didn’t stop on the pitch. Khalida spoke out about the abuse of female players by senior figures in Afghan football and uncovered horrific corruption at the highest levels. It was these actions that meant she was eventually forced to flee for her life.

Now living in Denmark, Khalida continues her relentless activism through the Girl Power Organisation, while leading a global campaign to get FIFA to recognise Afghan women footballers in exile – players stripped of their national identity simply because they are women.

In this gripping and deeply moving conversation, Khalida shares how she helped evacuate over 600 women and girls from Afghanistan when the Taliban returned to power in 2021, what it means to lose your identity as a refugee, and why she refuses to stay silent – even when her own life is at risk.

Raw, emotional and deeply inspiring, this is not just a story about sport. It’s about power, oppression, survival and hope. Khalida Popal is a true game changer.

Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award.

Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers

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Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media

A Fearless Women production

This week I chat to a Sober Club member about her wonderful journey to freedom. Its SO inspiring to hear people's stories!

Join us in The Sober Club for connection and accountability, inspiration and wellbeing content.

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There will be a Sober inspiration meet up before this event in Edinburgh, venue and tickets TBA

You can get a copy of From Wham to Woo - A LIfe on the mic ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ or message me if you'd like a signed copy and I will add P * P

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Don't miss this! tickets https://www.thesoberclub.com/family-constellations/

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Setting your intentions for 25 - there is a chance to access the recording of the workshop and the full audio meditation

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New to Sobriety? Sober Curious?

Check out The Sober Club, for low cost support, accountability, inspiration, connection and a whole host of content on holistic living. Membership includes and online course Get the Buzz without the Booze, our private non judgemental community online and regular zoom meetings, plus a whole library of exclusive wellbeing content

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 Interested in Sober Coach Training? You don't have to be a coach, but you do have to have had your own experience of quitting alcohol and have found freedom from the alcohol trap. Our next training starts with 2 in person 'retreat' days end of April, we have a free webinar Tues 18 Feb to find out more - Explore a career as a sober coach - Register on this link

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The concept of ‘psychological safety’ has emerged to describe an environment where there is a shared belief amongst individuals that it is safe to engage in interpersonal risk-taking in the workplace. In a psychologically safe environment, we feel as though our colleagues will not reject people for being themselves or for saying what they think, we respect each others competence, are interested in each other as people, and have positive intentions for one another.

In this episode, we talk all about all about this idea of psychological safety as applied to medical students. What environments have made our panel feel psychologically safe? How hard is it to learn when you don’t feel safe? How can we help to cultivate a psychologically safe environment at medical school?

In this episode, the panel are joined by Gabrielle Mathews, an academic foundation doctor and multi-award winning children and young people's health advocate based in London. 

We also hear from Amy Edmondson, professor of leadership and management at Harvard Business School, and from Don Berwick, physician and founder of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. This audio is used with permission from BMJ and IHI, and was recorded at the BMJ IHI International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare, at the ExCeL in London, April 12th 2024.

Éabha is a guest judge at this year's Immerse Education Essay Competition. For more information, and the chance to win a fully funded place at one of their summer schools, check out this link: https://www.immerse.education/essay-competition/

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Do you struggle with emotional openness? Many people build emotional shields to protect themselves from pain and disappointment. In this meditation, we'll explore how you can dismantle these walls of protection so you can enjoy a happier and more meaningful life - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees.

⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY

This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. 

Learn more about our online consultations, events and shop: https://www.wuweiwisdom.com

Subscribe to David’s FREE Journal: https://davidjameslees.substack.com/

Other teachings and guided meditations you may enjoy:

• Understand and Manage Emotional Hypervigilance https://youtu.be/ZXLMjSXjzTg?si=3SXFmTatx1haUPNL 
• Achieve Inner-Peace: Stop Comparing, Criticising or Being Judgmental https://youtu.be/Lu_6Rq0Cqmc?si=lT3BhQSoq8UZqJyQ
• GUIDED MEDITATION PLAYLIST https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9NQ_PWX4zIA12P7BftG6a18lIWFDjL35&si=bWWub6YyoZpXhFub

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Confidently pricing your services can feel like a minefield but it doesn’t have to. In this bonus episode, Tazmin revisits a past conversation with business coach Ed Deason.

If financial freedom is your goal, awareness is the first step. Tazmin also shares a simple framework with the four crucial numbers you must know to start moving toward true independence.

About Ed:

Ed is an experienced business coach working primarily with founders and freelancers (including some very well known SEOs). He helps his coachees to sign more clients, grow their businesses, find balance and live their ideal lifestyles.

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Build your inner confidence and thrive.

The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.

Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.

Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.

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Romans 8:1 (KJV)

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus! That's something to shout about! You see, when the Lord Jesus Christ died for us on that cross, He paid for ALL sin—past, present and future. It was done, dealt with there and then. 

God has no sin problem with you; it is your sin consciousness which keeps you in bondage. The enemy’s job is to keep reminding you of your faults and mistakes, leading you to self-condemnation and wrong thinking that God is mad at you when He is mad about you! 

Today, awaken to the reality that there is no condemnation to you who is in Christ and walking after the Spirit. That’s why it is important to stay in the Word and leave no room for the devil’s whispers.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION 

I am the justified of God. I am blessing-conscious and free from any form of condemnation in Jesus' Name! Amen. 

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In today’s episode, we cover the failed ‘Freedom Flotilla’ mission to Gaza, Italy’s citizenship referendum, Canada’s defence spending increase, and Trump’s deployment of US Marines to LA.

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• https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/10/israel-launches-deportation-of-gaza-bound-madleen-activists 
• https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250610-israel-deports-greta-thunberg-after-intercepting-gaza-bound-aid-boat 

✍️ Italy’s Citizenship Referendum Fails

• https://on.ft.com/3FGzlX1
• https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crr7vg1zdklo 

✍️ Canada Increases Defence Spending to 2% of GDP

• https://on.ft.com/4kKUEFS
• https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/canada-promises-ramp-up-defense-spending-met-nato-target-much-earlier-2025-06-09/ 

✍️ Trump Sends US Marines into LA

• https://on.ft.com/4mQVqTv
• https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cyvmz3egr7do 

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As two girls that have struggled with restriction, Ro and Jaycie invite you into a vulnerable conversation about their personal journeys towards food freedom and how it has changed their lives for the better.Drawing from their own experiences, they discuss the emotional toll of food rules, diet culture's impact on their mental wellbeing, and the small steps that led to their healing.Join them as they discuss rebuilding a peaceful relationship with food, challenging internalised food fears, and rediscovering the freedom of eating without guilt. Whether you're actively in recovery, working to repair your relationship with food, or simply searching for hope during challenging times, this episode offers both compassion and practical guidance to support your journey towards food freedom. Because it is possible, and you deserve it.

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As a young man, Mohammed, AKA MFA Zaman, arrived in Britain from Bangladesh with a working visa, a patron and a job lined up as a chef. On arrival though, the promises of a bright future turned to ashes when he became a victim of modern slavery. But at this lowest of low ebbs in his life, Mohammed decided that he needed to do something - and that something was to volunteer at an old people's community club in Lewisham, near where he was living.

Mohammed tells Dr Sian Williams how this life-changing decision helped him to find freedom.

Producer: Tom Alban

Have you ever wondered about the impact of “return-to-store” on a retail store or its staff? Or, wondered how store staff feel when the head office descends on their store? As retail head offices devise ways to get customers back in-store, they often ignore the people who actually know customers best: the frontline staff who interact with them day in and day out.

In this eye-opening episode, Grace Hill sits down with Timothy and Jasmine, co-hosts of the chart-topping podcast, The Shop Flaw.  As retail store experts, they reveal the shocking reality of the relationships between the head office and store staff, and discuss why so many HQ initiatives miss the mark.

Discover why so many brands misunderstand their core customers, and hear how brands can tap into illuminating insights about who actually drives sales by listening to the experts on the ground – their in-store teams.  

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Corner shop, mom and pop store or konbini, whatever you call them, most of us have a local business that sells convenience.

Rising food costs mean many are struggling to make a profit, one solution is to improve the fresh food and beverage offering which can have better margins.

Ruth Alexander visits a convenience store in Morley in West Yorkshire in the UK, where owner Ajay Singh has introduced cocktails and street food alongside the traditional offering of bread and milk. Retail analyst Rob Wilson from L.E.K. Consulting explains why the US is looking to Japan for inspiration. Reporter Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo, visiting some of the biggest chain convenience stores in the country and finding out what has made them so successful.

And author Ann Y.K. Choi tells Ruth what it takes to run a convenience store, reflecting on her family’s experiences running such businesses in Toronto after moving there from Korea in 1975.

If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: thefoodchain@bbc.co.uk

(Image: from left to right, Jazz Singh, Ajay Singh and Suki Singh who run Premier Morley convenience store in the UK. Credit: BBC)

In episode 2, Ann and Nick explain the chaos that erupted inside of a charity shop this week. They also dive deeper into their north & south divide by discussing phrases, traditions and things they've watched on TV this week!

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President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs kick in. India is still facing the prospect of levies being raised to 50 per cent while Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter leaves Washington after failing to lower her country’s 39 per cent tariff. Germany’s Rheinmetall sees sales grow by more than a third in H1 on increased demand across Europe. Siemens confirms its FY guidance with quarterly orders surging by 28 per cent. However, its key profit indicator for its industrial unit falls by 7 per cent on the year.  

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For every £1 a man has in his private pension pot a woman has just 42p according to research from pension company Royal London.

When it comes to the State Pension, the gap has closed considerably for people retiring today. But women in their 80s are still getting up to 25% less than men.

This week on Money Box Live, we're looking at the reasons behind is as well as what can be done to boost savings.

Find out more about a little known pot of money the government has set aside mainly for women, who didn't work because they were looking after children, between 1978 and 2010 - which is largely going unclaimed. We also hear the struggle of a woman who struggled after the state pension age for women was raised from 60 to 66 and what might happen next with the campaign against it.

With Felicity Hannah is Sir Steve Webb, former pensions minister and and now partner at pensions consultancy Lane Clark and Peacock and Daniela Silcock who has her own pensions research company.

Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producer: Sarah Rogers and Helen Ledwick Editor: Jess Quayle

(This episode was first broadcast on Wednesday the 16th of July 2025)

On this episode of the AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast Dan Coatsworth and Danni Hewson are joined by AJ Bell’s pension guru Rachel Vahey ahead of pension awareness week.

They discuss a new advert fronted by former Eastender star Ross Kemp which hopes to persuade people to engage with their pension in the same way they engage with their physical fitness. Rachel shares some top tips to make sure your pension is fighting fit. [01:33]

In markets news, Dan digs into Anglo American’s gigantic bid to take over Canadian copper miner Teck Resources [19:46]. Danni discusses why it’s a tricky time for UK retailers like Dunelm and Primark [23:00]. As Tesla’s share of the US electric vehicle market falls to an eight-year low, the pair assess Elon Musk’s proposed $1 trillion pay deal. [27:51]

Find out how geopolitical instability is affecting markets [33:00] and learn how investors reacted to a judge temporarily halting Donald Trump’s firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook ahead of next week’s US interest rate decision [35:06]. Dan also discusses the companies going in and out of the UK’s top stock market indices. [39:15]

This week’s special guest is George Bennett, chief executive of Rainbow Rare Earths who discusses how his company hopes to take advantage of demand for minerals crucial to technology we use daily. [41:42]

Starmer has sealed the deal with the EU, U-turned on winter fuel, and made a marked departure on the UK's stance on Israel. This has been a big week for Labour, but how will it wash with the public?

Anoosh Chakelian is drawn by the New Statesman's political editor Andrew Marr, senior editor George Eaton, and senior data journalist Ben Walker.

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Join Andrea Wady in this inspiring video discussing how senior equestrians can thrive at every age. Andrea shares valuable insights on staying active and engaged in the equestrian community as a senior horse rider. In this episode, Andrea focuses on a vital yet often overlooked topic: empowering older horse riders. Together, we explore the challenges and stereotypes ageing equestrians face in the saddle and in everyday life. Our conversation tackles the realities of ageing, from navigating menopause to adjusting riding techniques and managing horse care as one's physical and mental capacities evolve. We delve into broader issues, too, discussing how to resist being marginalized in riding lessons and life decisions and the importance of maintaining an empowered decision-making role in our interactions with horses. Andrea shares invaluable advice on preserving and enhancing our equestrian lifestyle as we age and setting new, ambitious goals for the future. This episode is a beacon of inspiration for older horse riders and a crucial listen for younger equestrians planning a lifelong journey with horses. It's about refusing to be boxed in by age and embracing every phase of life with confidence and joy. Learn more about the Wise Riders Community: https://andreawady.com/wise-riders/ Curious Equestrian is produced by https://horsemanship-journal.com/

In a massive shake-up of the US armed forces, the Trump administration has fired the country’s most senior military officer, the admiral leading the navy and several other senior figures. Why? And what does that mean for the world’s most powerful military?

Writer: Jasper Corbett

Producer: Xavier Greenwood 

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As the spending review approaches, IfG experts – along with senior fellow Sam Freedman – explored how the government can best use its missions – and milestones – to shape its spending choices.

Nehal Davison, Programme Director at the Institute for Government

Cassia Rowland, Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government

Giles Wilkes, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government

Chaired by Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist at the Institute for Government. 

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With the summer holiday season upon us, this is your guide to the dos and don’ts or spending money while abroad.

Which? Senior Writer Grace Witherden & Jo Rhodes, a Senior Researcher at Which? Travel share their expert knowledge on the best cards to use, where to get your physical cash, and the best ways to avoid fees.

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Send Vikki any questions you'd like answered on the show!

In this episode, I consider the downside of always assuming that our seniors "have it together" (whatever level of academia you're at). Often we create a story where, if they haven't replied to our email or changed their mind about our study, it means that we're not important or our study is wrong. I'll be discussing why it's almost certainly not about you and what we should do differently as a sector. 

If you'd like to find out more about working with me, check out www.thephdlifecoach.com/work-with-me. The transcript to this episode can be found at www.thephdlifecoach.com/podcast 

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I also host a free online community for academics at every level. You can sign up on my website, The PhD Life Coach. com - you'll receive regular emails with helpful tips and access to free online group coaching every single month! Come join and get the support you need.

When their flashy young fitness instructor abandons Agnes, Kirsten and Marie, the trio of friends in their early seventies are indignant. After calling them "saggy seniors" incapable of improvement, she's left their small Scottish village's community hall to become a TV fitness celebrity. Secretly continuing their workouts with makeshift classes, these three vibrant, distinct women make a pact: they'll train for the upcoming charity 5K run everyone claimed they were "too old" to complete.

As circuits, squats and shakes fuel their journey, buried memories and surprising self-discoveries do too. Romantic interests are rekindled for both widow Marie and married Kirsten, who worries her farmer husband's new golf trips mean he's having an affair. Supporting each other through heartaches, laughter and tears, the friends realise that advanced age needn't spell the end of reinvention, nor of daring to push boundaries. Their eyes opened to new business ideas and newfound confidence, these seniors demonstrate it's never too late to reclaim forgotten parts of oneself.

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Is a podcast supporting and showcasing new Audio Theatre writing. Showcasing 12 playwrights and 14 actors, season 1 will last for one year! By subscribing, you support The Grey Hill in producing more new writing here in Scotland.

Season 1 Dates:

• MAY - Fiona Black – Super Seniors

• JUN - Liam Alexandru – Waiting for Mary, The Eulogy and A Matter of Time

• JUL - Lila Malkonen – Tales of the Ferry Girl

• AUG - Amy Hawes - Gameshow

• SEP - Vincent Maguire – Passport for a Terrorist, Leaving This Shore, Mick McGrory and The Crickets Stayed Home in Lubbock

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This week Ethologist and Behaviour expert Caroline Alupo is back to discuss why she co-founded the training app called Petli (Petli.App). We chat about the reasons pet parents might feel intimidated to go to dog training classes. Or maybe they simply do not have the time, or could they have underestimated the commitment and time dogs need everyday!? The Petli app is such a good idea!! It makes training indoors / in the park / in the garden really accessible in bit sized sessions lasting only a few minutes. There are classes and programs for everyone from puppies to seniors. There are simple tests and challenges to work through and there are experts like Caroline on hand to contact for additional advice. As Caroline explains it's way more than just training, which some people assume will be strict and boring, but you’ll discover it's fun, and so will your dog. Caroline explains that the company’s tag line: Your Dog’s Best Friend is a reminder why owners should take the time to expand their dogs skills sets, as positively trained dogs are happy dogs. And make for happier more confident owners. We chat about the extras in Petli that allow you to delve into articles written by experts that can also de-mystify your dog’s behaviour, giving you a deeper understanding of what makes your dog tick. 

Petli App is like a revolution to help everyone get the best out of their dog, and optimise the unique journey you and your dog will share.

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If you want to move your dog to a raw diet or even switch brands we wholly recommend Paleo Ridge

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Welcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!

In this episode, canine fitness expert and Pro Dog Trainer superstar Kelly joins our very own Lauren as they dive deep on all things fitness for dogs of all ages and life stages — including those with training struggles too!

From puppies to adults, sports dogs to couch potatoes and Naughty But Nice dogs to seniors, Kelly and Lauren spill the beans on creative and effective fitness strategies that will get tails wagging and pups panting with joy. They also share valuable insights about why fitness doesn’t (or shouldn’t) always involve going for daily walks!

Join our dynamic duo as they discuss the importance of prioritizing confidence in a dog's fitness journey and the joyous impact it has on both pups and their human companions. Discover insider tips and tricks, from sensory paths and balance exercises for seniors to confidence-building games for puppies and so much more!

This episode is packed with wonderful insights into the world of dog care and canine fitness, and spotlights the importance of considering dogs' mental and emotional well-being alongside their physical fitness. It’s not just a conversation about dogs and fitness; it's a celebration of the joy, humour, and love that dogs bring to our lives.

Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with laughter, inspiration, and a plethora of fitness ideas that'll have you and your furry friend leaping into a healthier, happier lifestyle!

Want to join us for more fitness fun and games in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club? Jump in today!

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love the Sexier than a Squirrel 25-Day Challenge even more! Find out more today! 

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Perry Burns was just 13 when his once-in-a-lifetime trip on an RAF plane ended in a devastating crash. It left him with burns over nearly half his body.

In this gripping conversation with Olly, Perry relives the moment he thought he’d died; the fireball he escaped; and the chain of miracles that saved his life...

He shares the pain of recovery, the power of one relentless teacher, and how love helped him rebuild.

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Meanwhile, in The Zeitgeist, Ollie Peart is on a mission to Make Running Fun. 

While apps like VoiceMap offer self-guided audio tours you can create (and sell!), and GoodGym adds community purpose to your jog, his true champion is Zombies, Run!, a thrilling, GPS-triggered story game where undead hordes chase you into cardio greatness... and, it seems, makes Olly Mann sweat buckets around the Regent’s Park Running Track.

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Elsewhere, Alix Fox - fresh from National AIDS Trust fundraiser Drag Raise - is back to answer listener’s sex and relationships questions in The Foxhole.

This month:  What actually happens at sex-themed swingers holiday resorts, like Hedonism in Jamaica, and what should prospective travellers bring with them to the hotel? 

With the help of Sex Advice for Seniors’ Suzanne Noble, Alix reveals all… 

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Finally, our record of the month is the folktastic ‘Cow Song’ from The New Eves 🐄. 

Check it out on our Spotify playlist now!

Oh, and here are some useful links you should totally be clicking:

• 🎢 ROLLERCOASTER - UNIVERSAL’S BEDFORDSHIRE JOURNEY. Olly’s new four-part BBC series about the Universal Studios project in Bedford can be binged  here. 

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… and we’ll see you (with our annual How To Be A Dad special) on 10th August. x

Presenter: Olly Mann. Contributors: Perry Burns, Alix Fox, Ollie Peart, The New Eves. Producer: Matt Hill. Theme Music: ‘Skies Over Cairo’ by Django Django. Artwork: Podcast Discovery. Copyright: Olly Mann / Rethink Audio 2025

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Amsterdam chapter of The shesaid.so community of women, gender nonconforming people, and allies in the music industry.

We are thrilled to reignite the Amsterdam chapter of Shesaid.so. Our city is known for creativity, tolerance and pushing boundaries and therefore it's only natural that we relaunch a community that mirrors this same spirit.

Our objective is to establish an inclusive and comprehensive platform dedicated to supporting women in music at every stage of their careers, including students, junior-level professionals, seniors, and those in C-suite positions. We want to foster a vibrant community where individuals from both Dutch and international backgrounds can unite, share their experiences, and collaborate with one another. We believe it is imperative to cultivate an enjoyable and engaging atmosphere where members can connect and find inspiration while building meaningful relationships within the music community.

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