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One of Britain’s greatest lyricists, George the Poet was born in London to Ugandan parents, and regularly performs about diversity, inclusion, equality and discrimination. We’ll be speaking with George the Poet to find out more about Track Record, his memoir which delves into community, colonialism and how these things shape the world around us. We’ll be asking what George learnt about the music industry from having a record deal, how his community growing up shaped him, and why colonialism still persists.

Our first foray into World Heritage sites, World Heritage Sites: Exploring the World’s Greatest Places, celebrated UNESCO’s remarkable initiative, exploring a rich sampling of these sites across the globe. In this exciting sequel of 12 thrilling lectures, World Heritage Sites II: 12 More of the World’s Greatest Places, expert historian Professor Jacobs introduces you to a dozen more extraordinary treasures of archaeology, architecture, art, engineering, and the natural world.

Das Grasland verfällt dem Tod und die Tierwelt scheint zu schwinden. Die Jägerin Lizzie Little ist sich dessen sicher und macht sich mit Tib, Amon, Saphira und Eye auf die Suche nach dem Ursprung des Übels. In gewaltigen unterirdischen Höhlen entdecken sie verschwunden geglaubten Tiere in monströsen Viehtrieben, geführt und geschändet von Kriegern aus purem Fels. Sie bringen ihrem Meister Barabas ein Opfer dar, der in einer Kaverne seinem eigenen Gebieter huldigt: durch den Tod aller Lebewesen im Grasland.

Im Savoy begegnet Watson zufällig seiner alten Bekannten Kitty, die inzwischen in Adelskreise eingeheiratet hat. Das neue Leben als Ehefrau eines Earls missfällt ihr jedoch aufgrund von alarmierenden Heimlichkeiten ihres Gatten, denen sie gerne auf den Grund gehen würde. Watson überredet Sherlock Holmes, sich auf dem berühmten Anwesen des Earls einmal genauer umzusehen...

We'll be asking Kate Muir about Everything You Need to Know About the Pill (But Were too Afraid to Ask), debunking myths, discovering why women are often given the wrong advice, and the prospects of a male pill. Muir worked for seven years as chief film critic for The Times before turning more towards investigative journalism. She has written three novels but her more recent works have looked at the hormonal issues that women face, often needlessly. She has produced documentaries on the menopause, as well as becoming an expert public speaker.

Joining us at Audible Studios is award-winning DJ and British Broadcaster, Adele Roberts. Best known for her work on BBC Radio 1, Roberts has regularly hosted breakfast shows on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2, and is a common feature on the live lounge. In 2021, Roberts received a stage 2 bowel cancer diagnosis, and underwent surgery to remove the cancer and create an ileostomy. Roberts has been deliberate in staying positive and open during her treatment, in the hopes of inspiring others. We'll be talking to Adele Roberts about Personal Best, her guide to getting back on track.

In the following keynote address given at Saint Francis College, author Paul Levinson discusses Canadian philosopher and academic Marshall McLuhan's concept of "The Medium Is The Message" from his seminal book, Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man. "The Medium Is The Message" proposed that the media—not the content that they carry—affects the society in which it plays a role and, thus, should be the primary focus of study.

James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix (born Johnny Allen Hendrix; November 27, 1942-September 18, 1970), born in Seattle, WA, was an American guitarist, songwriter and singer. Though his mainstream career spanned only four years, he is widely regarded as the greatest and one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. The following recording is from his final interview before his death in September 1970.

One of Britain's most prolific authors, Horowitz is known for his children’s fiction, such as the Alex Rider series, his mystery novels including Magpie Murders, as well as being a screenwriter and creator of series such as Midsomer Murders and BAFTA winning Foyle's War. We’ll be chatting with Anthony Horowitz about Close to Death, the fifth installment in his Hawthorne and Horowitz detective series. We will be asking how Horowitz how he decides when he’s got a good idea, what the move from children’s to adult’s fiction was like, and why he chose to write a series with himself as a character.

Nach einer beeindruckenden Cheerleading-Vorführung kehren die Freundinnen von Girls High zum normalen Unterricht zurück. Doch der Tag nimmt eine unerwartete Wendung: Nach dem Kunstunterricht finden sie die Cafeteria verlassen vor. Ein Besuch in der benachbarten Schulkantine endet in einer Lebensmittelvergiftung, die das Quartett heftig zu spüren bekommt.

Bibos überraschende Gurkenallergie sorgt für Aufregung im Klassenzimmer, während ein Vertretungschaos mit Frau Barsch für Verwirrung sorgt. Der Tag endet mit dem Gerücht eines Schulfluchs, der für eine eisige Atmosphäre und mysteriöses Flackern im Klassenzimmer sorgt, was Layla und die anderen Schülerinnen in Angst und Schrecken versetzt.

Jeder von uns hat mit Sicherheit eine schlechte Angewohnheit, die man einfach nicht los wird. Sei es Fingernägel kauen, Freunden auf ihr Handy glotzen, wenn sie gerade eine Nachricht lesen oder beim Essen laut schmatzen. In diesem Hörspiel zeigen wir euch 10 Arten von schlechten Angewohnheiten. Erkennt ihr euch bei einer wieder?

Julians Tag ist gefüllt mit Herausforderungen: vom stressigen Schultag bis hin zum Familienalltag, wo Hausarbeiten auf ihn warten. Seine erstes Fußball führt ihn zu neuen Abenteuern auf dem Fußballplatz, wo Training und Teamgeist im Mittelpunkt stehen. Als eine neue Schülerin in seiner Klasse auftaucht, zeigt sich, wie wichtig Zusammenhalt und Verständnis für einander sind.

In der Schule wird getestet, ob Lehrer wirklich Jugendsprache verstehen, als Frau Bohnenkemper-Müller und Herr Philipp Philipp ein herausforderndes Quiz absolvieren. Gleichzeitig führt Frau Barsch, frisch von einer Fortbildung zurück, eine neue Regel ein, die Handys in der Schule verbietet, was bei den Lehrkräften für Verwirrung und Unmut sorgt. Zudem präsentiert Herr Philipp Philipp eine grandiose neue Idee, um reich zu werden, getarnt als neues Schulfach.

Professor Edelstein examines the enduring appeal of Judy Blume’s books. Over seven lessons, you’ll learn how Blume pioneered middle-grade and young adult (YA) literature and helped to make these genres the global sensations they are today. You’ll identify the themes and motifs that run throughout her books, and you’ll review Blume’s books as literary work worthy of analysis. You’ll also see why the very act of questioning (about the existence of God, the persistence of racism, the unwritten rules of suburbia) is so central to Blume’s vision of coming-of-age literature.

A new adventure takes Phileas Fogg and his companions to India. There, the British engineer Banks has created a mechanical masterpiece on behalf of the Maharajah: a powerful steam engine in the shape of a life-size elephant. Transported by this impressive machine, our heroes set off on a journey through the depths of the Indian jungle. But not only wild animals lurk in the thicket, but also the ghosts of the past. For the English officer Munro, it is his nemesis from the days of the expeditionary force. And for our heroes, it is an old acquaintance who is once again reaching out for power.

Vina Fay Wray (September 15, 1907-August 8, 2004) was a Canadian-American actress best known for starring as Ann Darrow in the 1933 film King Kong. Through an acting career that spanned nearly six decades, Wray attained international recognition as an actress in horror films and has been dubbed one of the early "scream queens." The following recording is from a tv interview in the 1980s.

Rita Hayworth, born Margarita Carmen Cansino, (October 17, 1918-May 14, 1987) was an American actress who appeared in 61 films over 37 years achieving fame in the 1940s as one of the top stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Dubbed "The Love Goddess" by the Hollywood press, Hayworth is best known for her performance in the 1946 film noir Gilda as the femme fatale opposite Glenn Ford in her first major dramatic role. The following is from a 1972 interview at the San Francisco National Film Festival.

Myrna Loy, born Myrna Adele Williams in Helena, MT, (August 2, 1905-December 14, 1993) was an American film, television and stage actress. Trained as a dancer, Loy devoted herself fully to acting following a few minor roles in silent films. Originally typecast for exotic roles, Loy's career prospects improved greatly following her portrayal of Nora Charles in The Thin Man (1934) and helped elevate her reputation as a versatile actress. Although Loy was never nominated for an Academy Award, in 1991 she received an Honorary Academy Award in recognition of her life's work.

Die Gräfin soll eine Woche auf den jungen Kater Falco von ihrer Cousine aus Wien aufpassen. Aber das stellt sich als Problem dar. Denn erstens hat die Gräfin eine Katzenhaarallergie und zweitens ist ihr Hund Wauzi generell kein Freund von Katzen. Sie entscheidet sich deshalb dafür, den Kater zu Frau Schuhu in den tierischen Kindergarten zu bringen. Doch Falco ist ein sehr eingebildetes Tier und er macht sich mit seiner besonderen Art nicht gerade beliebt bei den anderen Kindern.