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Debi Evans is joined by Dr Ursula Edgington, a talented and experienced teacher, author, researcher and educationalist. Her books include: here.Her research is wide-ranging, leaving almost no subject untouched. Born in the UK and now living in New Zealand, Ursula helps us understand that while our two countries may be thousands of miles and oceans apart, when it comes to tyranny, corruption and revolving doors, they may not be that far apart. How does New Zealand's health system work? In the absence of a state-funded vaccine injury scheme, what support is there for New Zealanders who suffer vaccine injuries through…

Last updated June 27, 2024 – 2:14 pm COATBRIDGE: The Disappearance of Moira Anderson is a new Audible Original that tells the story of the 11-year-old girl who went missing in Scotland in 1957. For the first time, the whole story is told from the perspective of Sandra Brown, a neighbor who was closer to the events than anyone would have imagined. Set in a small working-class town, this podcast series delves into the mystery of Moira's disappearance. The nine-episode series begins with the aftermath of Moira's disappearance and how the investigation quickly went to a dead end, leaving…

Last updated June 27, 2024 – 1:23 pm Steve Bunce will be bringing his BBC Radio 5 Live Boxing Podcast back on for the next part of his Across the UK tour. This time he'll be heading to Liverpool to host a homecoming event for three of the city's world title-winning fighters – Natasha Jonas, Callum Smith and Nick Ball – which will be filmed in front of a live audience. In addition to their future plans, the trio will discuss the latest happenings in the boxing world and answer questions from a live audience that is open to…

A special edition of the BBC Radio 5 Live Boxing Podcast is being recorded in front of a Liverpool crowd and will feature three boxing champions from the city. This is the next part of Steve Bunce's tour across the UK with his podcast, as he hosts homecoming events for three fighters who have won world titles: Natasha Jonas, Callum Smith and Nick Ball. In addition to their future plans, the trio will discuss the latest happenings in the boxing world and answer questions from a live audience that is open to the public. Speaking about the event being held…

Last updated June 27, 2024 – 12:38 pm With the general election approaching, Acast has launched a campaign to show the vital role news podcasts play in shaping public debate and informing voters. Since the election was announced, unique listeners to politically focused podcasts have increased by 53%, according to data from Acast and Podchaser. In an age of widespread misinformation, trusted publishers can help keep listeners informed through podcasts, delivering news from consistently fact-checked investigative teams and offering a range of perspectives on the key issues and candidates shaping the upcoming general election. It’s more important than ever…

Last updated June 27, 2024 – 9:43am “Even If It Kills Me” is a documentary podcast that follows the lives of John, Mac, Ryan and Pete as they travelled across America trying to become rock stars in the 2000s. Written and narrated by band partner Aaron Joy, the podcast features new interviews and archival recordings that offer an inside look at life on the road at a time when the music industry is in decline as massive technological change upends decades-old business models. Produced by Fang Workshop, “Even If It Kills Me” combines elements of “Almost Famous,” “Bad News…

London (AFP) – Alistair Campbell and Rory Stewart have added political podcast stars to their already long resumes. Tony Blair's former press secretary and ex-Conservative minister made waves on “The Rest Is Politics”, proving that civil disagreements can happen in an increasingly polarised world. Millions of listeners know the introduction and upbeat music.Episodes are around 40 minutes long and currently focus primarily on the UK general election on July 4th, which the Labour Party is expected to win after 14 years of Conservative rule. Both sides say their goal is to disagree amicably. © Tolga Akmen / AFP/File The June…

Last updated June 26, 2024 – 2:49 pm PAVE Studios has launched PAVE Publishing House, a new independent print and audiobook publishing venture. PAVE Publishing House works with emerging and established creators, as well as established authors, to publish new titles under PAVE Studios and its brands, including Crime House and OpenMind. “PAVE Publishing House puts storytellers at the forefront with our innovative business model because we understand that when creators succeed, everyone succeeds,” said Max Cutler, founder of PAVE Studios. “By meeting creators' audiences where they are, we're reimagining distribution, leveraging the vast audiences of podcasts where monetization…

Last updated June 26, 2024 – 12:01 pm Harry Clarke and Paul Gorton, breakout stars of the 2024 film Traitor, put their undercover conspiracy skills to the test in a new true crime documentary podcast. Harry and Paul De Beers depicts the duo's real-life crime blunders and embarrassing gaffes, such as 24-year-old thief Christopher Wallace who posted his hiding place on Snapchat, and the gang members who bought 10 luxury cars the day after pulling off the biggest robbery in Brazilian history. This crafty duo comes up with foolproof ideas that these criminals missed – for example, have you…

According to the latest UK Podcast Consumer 2024 report by Edison Research, podcasts have established themselves as a leading media platform in the UK. The key findings, compiled by Edison Podcast Metrics UK, were presented during a webinar by Gabriel Soto, senior research director at Edison Research, who presented data on weekly and monthly podcast consumption in the UK. Report highlights: More UK adults are listening to podcasts than ever before. Over two-thirds of UK 18+ people have listened to a podcast. 42% are monthly podcast listeners and 30% are weekly listeners. All data points are…