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In Rumpole and Father Christmas, a children's party is taking place in Chambers, and Claude Erskine-Brown has booked a 'genuine and convincing' Santa Claus. The gentleman in question does indeed have a red suit, a fuller figure and a snowy beard - but does he have more than just presents in his sack? Bill Wallis reads this special seasonal story starring Horace Rumpole, scourge of all QCs and friend of the criminal classes.

Attaccarsi alla bottiglia è il miglior modo con cui Gary Thorn riesce a ottenere qualunque risultato, che sia passare una serata o risolvere casi impossibili. Ma andiamo con ordine: Gary, il nostro protagonista, non è proprio un tipo anonimo, ma è anche vero che raramente qualcuno si sofferma più di tanto a guardarlo. Una sera, va a bere una birra con il suo (unico) amico Brendan. Il quale, però, lo molla a metà pinta; a quel punto una brunetta si avvicina a Gary (strano!), comincia a flirtare (ancor più strano!), finché, appena lui si volta dall'altra parte... anche lei sparisce.

In 'Rumpole and the Millennium Bug', the loveable barrister is regretting the advent of the 21st century, and the arrival of a new, computer-literate clerk. But as Christmas approaches, can Bernard 'the Millennium Bug' prove to Rumpole that technology can be useful after all? Bill Wallis reads this special seasonal story starring Horace Rumpole, scourge of all QCs and friend of the criminal classes.

As the eldest daughter of a prolific letter writer, Jane Torday received hundreds of letters from her father over the years. From irreverent advice and hilarious family anecdotes to moments of great poignancy, Roger Mortimer‘s missives are a touching and witty portrait of his life and relationships over the years. Dearest Jane begins with Roger’s time as a young army officer in Egypt, and then as a POW in the Second World War, where his sense of humour endured despite the conditions.

Nora, Silas, and Avery are three unusual apricots! After being picked from their tree, they begin their magical adventures with the outside world in a new home. They find their favorite foods, learn to make things, and find out how to really get around. Join them on their journey to true friendship - you'll smile every step of the way!

Welches der vergangenen zehn Jahrhunderte hat die größten Veränderungen erlebt, welches hat die Menschheit am weitesten vorangebracht? Was war das Besondere eines jeden Jahrhunderts? Auf einem Streifzug durch die vergangenen 1000 Jahre führt uns Ian Mortimer zu den großen Zeiten der Erkenntnis und des Wandels. Wir begegnen gottesfürchtigen Forschern, gewitzten Bauern, kühl kalkulierenden Unternehmern und willensstarken Frauen.

This is the story of a journey from a council house boy to owner and founder of a top 20 branding and advertising agency. For over 20 years "been there, done that". How did he do that? Listen and enjoy a dry, witty, passionate story of success with total focus and a relentless belief in self. Believing in the currency of ideas, each short story will inspire anyone to find the motivation in yourself to do it your way. Find your own flow.

You might run for fitness. You might run for speed. But ultimately, running is about much more than the physical act itself. It is about the challenges we face in life, and how we measure up to them. It is about companionship, endurance, ambition, hope, conviction, determination, self-respect and inspiration.

Six wonderfully fun and festive audio stories to entertain little ones over the Christmas season. Six entertaining audio readings of best-loved festive stories for children of three years and over to enjoy at Christmas. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, this audio download is a...

Wir neigen dazu, das Mittelalter als eine dunkle, rückständige und konstante Zeit zu sehen, die von Gewalt, Unwissenheit und Aberglaube geprägt war. Im Gegensatz dazu glauben wir, dass Fortschritt auf Wissenschaft und technischer Innovation beruht und dass uns erst die Erfindungen der letzten Jahrhunderte in die Moderne geführt haben. Ian Mortimer räumt mit diesem Narrativ auf. Er skizziert die enormen kulturellen Veränderungen, die sich im Mittelalter vollzogen, und führt uns eine revolutionäre Epoche vor Augen, die von grundlegender Bedeutung für die Entwicklung der westlichen Welt war.

Smart, attractive, and fueled by wide-eyed optimism, Poppy Mortimer leaves rainy England to start a new life—and find the perfect man—in exotic Australia. Surely somewhere out there, a Chris Hemsworth impersonator is just waiting to whisk her off her feet and show her the real charms of "Down Under". But as Poppy launches into 28 dates, ranging from the outright hysterical to borderline traumatic, it becomes clear she’s going to have to kiss a few frogs—assuming she doesn’t croak first.

Dive into the vivid world of the second Boer War through the eyes of Australian expatriate artist Mortimer Menpes. As a correspondent for the London weekly Black and White magazine, Menpes not only showcased his artistic prowess with 99 stunning watercolours in his book, War Impressions, but also captivated readers with his engaging storytelling. His unique perspective offers a glimpse into the lives of key military leaders and notable figures like Cecil Rhodes, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Rudyard Kipling, all while painting a picture of life behind the British lines. Although he witnessed little ...

Out In The Wash is a podcast exploring the drama, history, and cultural impact of Britain’s biggest soap operas — including EastEnders, Coronation Street, and Emmerdale.Each episode unpacks storylines, characters, and moments that got viewers talking, looking at how these soaps reflect British life, community, and social change. From iconic plot twists to forgotten feuds and controversial decisions, the podcast takes a thoughtful but fun look at what worked, what didn’t, and why these shows still matter.With analysis, opinion, and a genuine love for the genre, Out In The Wash revisits ...

Discussions autour de la santé mentale et de la nature humaine.Mortimer Hotton interroge ses invités sur leur pensées, convictions, motivations et doutes dans leur vie de tous les jours. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Unlock the Power of Positivity: Your Wellness Wake-Up Call"Cancer, Heart Disease, Health, and Well-being — with a dose of laughter to keep us going.These days, Cancer and Heart Disease affect far too many men and women.Nothing truly prepares you for the shock of a diagnosis or the terrifying moment of chest pain followed by a heart attack or cardiac arrest.In our podcast, we open up about our own journeys — from diagnosis and treatment to the vital support of family, friends, and the mental health battles in between. We dive into the resources available, both medical and financial, and ...

Herrlich britischer Humor und ein liebenswürdig verpeilter Held. Der Super-Bestseller aus UK. "Mein Name ist Gary. Ich bin dreißig Jahre alt und arbeite in einer Kanzlei in London. Wenn Sie mich träfen, würden Sie mich wahrscheinlich als unscheinbar bezeichnen. Ich hatte einen tollen Draht zu einer Frau entwickelt, doch das flog mir voll um die Ohren und verpasste mir einen Tritt in den Hintern." Gary Thorn lernt im Pub eine Frau kennen. Er ist schockverliebt, nur ihren Namen bekommt er nicht mit. Als sie geht, weiß Gary nichts von ihr außer dem Titel des Buches, das sie las: "Der Satsuma-Komplex".

This is a podcast where a Millennial DINK Married Couple comes together and talks about all things life.

Set in modern-day America, post-pandemic and election. The new government, only two years into its tenure, already has the green-energy project up and running. And, with the midterms a few months away, it seems like a rather strategic time to push for the liquidation of all physical currency to E-dollars. Supported by the liberals and vehemently opposed by the conservative side of the country, both sides fight to protect their version of America, but what they do not know is that life is about change completely from all they knew it to be.

The Corporate beanbag offers key insights and delves into the world of Business, Economics, Technology, Sustainability and Finance with a historical and philosophical edge. In the high-tech era and amid the push towards net zero by 2050, the Corporate beanbag dissects global initiatives and necessary requirements in health, education and technology. Please email me your thoughts to info@keops.com.au

Perdition E-AM is a Bi-Weekly Podcast about the Aftermath of an apocalyptic event known as 'The Lights' that erased more than two-thirds of humanity and left the remnants to scrap together their new lives of self-reliance and survival, This radio show-themed audio drama will follow the new Perdition E-AM radio host as she and her new friends uncover the secrets of this Safe Haven where a walk in the woods could end up with you dead or kidnapped by a fae.Written by Shawn Mortimervoice-acting by Carly Conway and FACWant more Town of Perdition? Find our Patreon?Visit our Linktree at https://...