http://www.podmaster.co.uk/shows.php?id=21 Every podcast from Podmaster.co.uk all on one RSS feed, with news, entertainment, business, sport and health podcasts and many more. 60 en-gb Ã,© podmaster.co.uk info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Wed, 26 Jul 2006 09:35:02 GMT Fri, 29 Jun 2007 16:22:14 GMT Highlights Podmaster http://www.podmaster.co.uk/assets/images/channel/thumbnail/21.jpg http://www.podmaster.co.uk/shows.php?id=21 100 100 no Podmaster, Podcast, Podcaster, Highlight, Highlights, Features Every podcast from Podmaster.co.uk all on one RSS feed, with news, entertainment, business, sport and health podcasts and many more podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Every podcast from Podmaster.co.uk all on one RSS feed, with news, entertainment, business, sport and health podcasts and many more. The Podmaster info@podmaster.co.uk Over half of Brits don't know where Hadrian's Wall is! Over half of us are planning to take short breaks here in the UK this year, with more than four in ten more likely to holiday in Britain this year than previously. While this is potentially great news for British tourism, new research has revealed some serious knowledge gaps about precisely what is on offer, right here on our doorstep. According to the study by destination marketing agency NewcastleGateshead Initiative, when confronted with an image of Hadrian's Wall (the UK's greatest Roman monument) over half were unaware it was even in Britain. 27% assumed it was in Canada, 16% plumped for Finland and a confused 10% placed the photo in Alaska. Over a third of the polled respondents admitted to putting more into research of foreign tourist destinations than UK hotspots and 29% admitted they are more likely to visit historic landmarks when they go abroad. For those of us keen to holiday at home this year, it's clear we need to do more research to get the most out of our time away. Coming soon, listen to our top tips with archaeologist Bill Griffiths and Carol Bell head of programme development for North East England's cultural programme (culture10). For more information visit: www.newcastlegateshead.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=260 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=260 Fri, 29 May 2009 15:24:33 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Over half of us are planning to take short breaks here in the UK this year, with more than four in ten more likely to holiday in Britain this year than previously. While this is potentially great news for British tourism, new research has revealed so 00:03:30 Over half of Brits don't know where Hadrian's Wall is! Over half of us are planning to take short breaks here in the UK this year, with more than four in ten more likely to holiday in Britain this year than previously. While this is potentially great news for British tourism, new research has revealed some serious knowledge gaps about precisely what is on offer, right here on our doorstep. According to the study by destination marketing agency NewcastleGateshead Initiative, when confronted with an image of Hadrian's Wall (the UK's greatest Roman monument) over half were unaware it was even in Britain. 27% assumed it was in Canada, 16% plumped for Finland and a confused 10% placed the photo in Alaska. Over a third of the polled respondents admitted to putting more into research of foreign tourist destinations than UK hotspots and 29% admitted they are more likely to visit historic landmarks when they go abroad. For those of us keen to holiday at home this year, it's clear we need to do more research to get the most out of our time away. Coming soon, listen to our top tips with archaeologist Bill Griffiths and Carol Bell head of programme development for North East England's cultural programme (culture10). For more information visit: www.newcastlegateshead.com no hadrian, hadrian wall, hadrian's wall, holiday, ne Brits Ignorant of Home Heritage cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Over half of us are planning to take short breaks here in the UK this year, with more than four in ten more likely to holiday in Britain this year than previously. While this is potentially great news for British tourism, new research has revealed so hadrian, hadrian wall, hadrian's wall, holiday, ne Over half of Brits don't know where Hadrian's Wall is! Over half of us are planning to take short breaks here in the UK this year, with more than four in ten more likely to holiday in Britain this year than previously. While this is potentially great news for British tourism, new research has revealed some serious knowledge gaps about precisely what is on offer, right here on our doorstep. According to the study by destination marketing agency NewcastleGateshead Initiative, when confronted with an image of Hadrian's Wall (the UK's greatest Roman monument) over half were unaware it was even in Britain. 27% assumed it was in Canada, 16% plumped for Finland and a confused 10% placed the photo in Alaska. Over a third of the polled respondents admitted to putting more into research of foreign tourist destinations than UK hotspots and 29% admitted they are more likely to visit historic landmarks when they go abroad. For those of us keen to holiday at home this year, it's clear we need to do more research to get the most out of our time away. Coming soon, listen to our top tips with archaeologist Bill Griffiths and Carol Bell head of programme development for North East England's cultural programme (culture10). For more information visit: www.newcastlegateshead.com Leisure & Travel/ We've all had that excited feeling in the pit of our stomach at the beginning of new a relationship. But after the honeymoon period is over and the butterflies have faded, our other half's annoying habits can start to niggle and we often doubt whether it actually has any potential. Yet despite our gut instincts it seems we still want to hold on, as a new report reveals that more than a third (34%) of us will persevere with a relationship well after we've realised we are with the wrong person. While we all want to find that special someone, a lot of us in fact won't mind settling with that not-quite-so-special-one in the meantime. Research by eHarmony.co.uk shows more than four in ten of us have gone out with someone we didn't feel any spark or chemistry with. While a staggering third of us have dated someone who has made us unhappy. Celebrities do not have it any easier - despite their fame, looks and money it seems they suffer the same trials and tribulations as us - just look at poor Katie and Peter! So how can we found out what makes up a compatible relationship? And why is it that we stick with the wrong guy? Lucky for you we have some answers, as world-renowned love and relationship scientist Dr Gian Gonzaga answers all our burning questions on love and finding 'the one.' Click the video below to get relationship advice that even the likes of Jen and Cameron would be after. For more information visit www.eharmony.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=259 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=259 Tue, 26 May 2009 16:52:42 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Find out what makes a relationship work and why celebrities don't seem to last the distance with expert Dr Gian Gonzaga 00:02:13 We've all had that excited feeling in the pit of our stomach at the beginning of new a relationship. But after the honeymoon period is over and the butterflies have faded, our other half's annoying habits can start to niggle and we often doubt whether it actually has any potential. Yet despite our gut instincts it seems we still want to hold on, as a new report reveals that more than a third (34%) of us will persevere with a relationship well after we've realised we are with the wrong person. While we all want to find that special someone, a lot of us in fact won't mind settling with that not-quite-so-special-one in the meantime. Research by eHarmony.co.uk shows more than four in ten of us have gone out with someone we didn't feel any spark or chemistry with. While a staggering third of us have dated someone who has made us unhappy. Celebrities do not have it any easier - despite their fame, looks and money it seems they suffer the same trials and tribulations as us - just look at poor Katie and Peter! So how can we found out what makes up a compatible relationship? And why is it that we stick with the wrong guy? Lucky for you we have some answers, as world-renowned love and relationship scientist Dr Gian Gonzaga answers all our burning questions on love and finding 'the one.' Click the video below to get relationship advice that even the likes of Jen and Cameron would be after. For more information visit www.eharmony.co.uk no eharmony Does Your Relationship Have Staying Power? cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Find out what makes a relationship work and why celebrities don't seem to last the distance with expert Dr Gian Gonzaga eharmony We've all had that excited feeling in the pit of our stomach at the beginning of new a relationship. But after the honeymoon period is over and the butterflies have faded, our other half's annoying habits can start to niggle and we often doubt whether it actually has any potential. Yet despite our gut instincts it seems we still want to hold on, as a new report reveals that more than a third (34%) of us will persevere with a relationship well after we've realised we are with the wrong person. While we all want to find that special someone, a lot of us in fact won't mind settling with that not-quite-so-special-one in the meantime. Research by eHarmony.co.uk shows more than four in ten of us have gone out with someone we didn't feel any spark or chemistry with. While a staggering third of us have dated someone who has made us unhappy. Celebrities do not have it any easier - despite their fame, looks and money it seems they suffer the same trials and tribulations as us - just look at poor Katie and Peter! So how can we found out what makes up a compatible relationship? And why is it that we stick with the wrong guy? Lucky for you we have some answers, as world-renowned love and relationship scientist Dr Gian Gonzaga answers all our burning questions on love and finding 'the one.' Click the video below to get relationship advice that even the likes of Jen and Cameron would be after. For more information visit www.eharmony.co.uk Leisure & Travel/ It is not quite the 'Primark effect' most would hope for but the discount store has been named as the chain with the least flattering outfits for millions of women. But it is not the styles or the price which bothers them, according to a new survey. It's the sizes! Primark is the shop where women are most likely to end up buying something in a bigger dress size than normal, said the study by cereal brand Special K*. And Marks & Spencer is the opposite for it is the chain where women can breathe a sigh of relief because the generous sizes tend to come up big, allowing them to buy a smaller size. Men may not appreciate the subtle differences as much, but for the millions of women watching their weight, it can be a psychological boost to be told they are, say, a size 12 not 14 or a 14 not 16. Primark was named as the worst chain for dress sizes that do not flatter the ego with 15 per cent of adult females claiming they end up buying a bigger outfit than they would expect there. This is even more the case of older women with 22 per cent of those aged 45-59 claiming the same. Second is Topshop with its skinny fashions and skimpy tops where 14 per cent claimed the sizes were too small, rising to 18 per cent of the chain's key market of women under 30. And in third place is New Look with 12 per cent of all women, rising to 18 per cent of older female shoppers. On the other side of the flattering fashion street, 27 per cent of all women said Marks & Spencer was the store with sizing that made them feel slimmer, followed by 17 per cent who named George @ Asda. But there are clearly divided opinions. While 11 per cent of women think Next sizing is too small, 16 per cent say it is generous and makes them feel slimmer. Special K's survey of 1000 women found nearly a quarter of the nation's females admitted to shopping at certain shops because of their "generous" sizing. Laura Keay from Special K said: "Shopping can be an emotional rollercoaster. If a woman doesn't fit into the size she thinks she is in a particular shop, especially if she is watching her weight, it can be upsetting and confusing. "This may be a point lost on many men but if a woman is, for instance, a size 12 in one shop and a size 14 in another, then it may well influence which shops she buys clothes from. The survey showed that sizing is even more important in the summer when clothes are expected to be tight and more revealing." Visit www.shapemate.co.uk for more information and personalised meal plans, support and expert advice. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=258 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=258 Tue, 26 May 2009 16:39:22 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Discount fashion retailer named as store with the least generous sizing 00:03:15 It is not quite the 'Primark effect' most would hope for but the discount store has been named as the chain with the least flattering outfits for millions of women. But it is not the styles or the price which bothers them, according to a new survey. It's the sizes! Primark is the shop where women are most likely to end up buying something in a bigger dress size than normal, said the study by cereal brand Special K*. And Marks & Spencer is the opposite for it is the chain where women can breathe a sigh of relief because the generous sizes tend to come up big, allowing them to buy a smaller size. Men may not appreciate the subtle differences as much, but for the millions of women watching their weight, it can be a psychological boost to be told they are, say, a size 12 not 14 or a 14 not 16. Primark was named as the worst chain for dress sizes that do not flatter the ego with 15 per cent of adult females claiming they end up buying a bigger outfit than they would expect there. This is even more the case of older women with 22 per cent of those aged 45-59 claiming the same. Second is Topshop with its skinny fashions and skimpy tops where 14 per cent claimed the sizes were too small, rising to 18 per cent of the chain's key market of women under 30. And in third place is New Look with 12 per cent of all women, rising to 18 per cent of older female shoppers. On the other side of the flattering fashion street, 27 per cent of all women said Marks & Spencer was the store with sizing that made them feel slimmer, followed by 17 per cent who named George @ Asda. But there are clearly divided opinions. While 11 per cent of women think Next sizing is too small, 16 per cent say it is generous and makes them feel slimmer. Special K's survey of 1000 women found nearly a quarter of the nation's females admitted to shopping at certain shops because of their "generous" sizing. Laura Keay from Special K said: "Shopping can be an emotional rollercoaster. If a woman doesn't fit into the size she thinks she is in a particular shop, especially if she is watching her weight, it can be upsetting and confusing. "This may be a point lost on many men but if a woman is, for instance, a size 12 in one shop and a size 14 in another, then it may well influence which shops she buys clothes from. The survey showed that sizing is even more important in the summer when clothes are expected to be tight and more revealing." Visit www.shapemate.co.uk for more information and personalised meal plans, support and expert advice. no lisa butcher kellogg's Supersize me? Go to Primark! cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Discount fashion retailer named as store with the least generous sizing lisa butcher kellogg's It is not quite the 'Primark effect' most would hope for but the discount store has been named as the chain with the least flattering outfits for millions of women. But it is not the styles or the price which bothers them, according to a new survey. It's the sizes! Primark is the shop where women are most likely to end up buying something in a bigger dress size than normal, said the study by cereal brand Special K*. And Marks & Spencer is the opposite for it is the chain where women can breathe a sigh of relief because the generous sizes tend to come up big, allowing them to buy a smaller size. Men may not appreciate the subtle differences as much, but for the millions of women watching their weight, it can be a psychological boost to be told they are, say, a size 12 not 14 or a 14 not 16. Primark was named as the worst chain for dress sizes that do not flatter the ego with 15 per cent of adult females claiming they end up buying a bigger outfit than they would expect there. This is even more the case of older women with 22 per cent of those aged 45-59 claiming the same. Second is Topshop with its skinny fashions and skimpy tops where 14 per cent claimed the sizes were too small, rising to 18 per cent of the chain's key market of women under 30. And in third place is New Look with 12 per cent of all women, rising to 18 per cent of older female shoppers. On the other side of the flattering fashion street, 27 per cent of all women said Marks & Spencer was the store with sizing that made them feel slimmer, followed by 17 per cent who named George @ Asda. But there are clearly divided opinions. While 11 per cent of women think Next sizing is too small, 16 per cent say it is generous and makes them feel slimmer. Special K's survey of 1000 women found nearly a quarter of the nation's females admitted to shopping at certain shops because of their "generous" sizing. Laura Keay from Special K said: "Shopping can be an emotional rollercoaster. If a woman doesn't fit into the size she thinks she is in a particular shop, especially if she is watching her weight, it can be upsetting and confusing. "This may be a point lost on many men but if a woman is, for instance, a size 12 in one shop and a size 14 in another, then it may well influence which shops she buys clothes from. The survey showed that sizing is even more important in the summer when clothes are expected to be tight and more revealing." Visit www.shapemate.co.uk for more information and personalised meal plans, support and expert advice. Lifestyle/Food & Drink The UK's largest construction firms have offered a glimmer of hope to subcontractors striving to beat the recession. In a shrinking market where competition is fierce, new research from NetRegs.gov.uk shows that 95 per cent of large firms will give preference to subcontractors who can prove their green credentials. The survey shows that during a time of oversupply, large firms with a turnover in excess of £10 million will increasingly use a subcontractor's environmental credentials as a key factor when deciding how to award contracts. The results also highlighted that 87 per cent of large construction firms have more confidence in subcontractors with proven green credentials: 76 per cent of them citing a reduced risk of prosecution. In addition, over half of respondents (56 per cent) think green policies will save subcontractors money - a welcome bonus in these tough economic times. A staggering 93 per cent of construction industry bosses also think that proof of environmental responsibility will move up their firm's agenda over the next two years. For a clearer picture of how adopting positive environmental practices can boost the fortunes of your own business, click on the link below to watch a video report with comment from ED Mitchell, Head of Business Performance and Regulation for the Environment Agency. Whilst Stuart Rowe, Contracts Executive, from contractor Ellmer Construction Ltd and Bill O'Connor, Director at sub-contractor Beckdene discuss the changes they have made to their waste management in recent times to improve their green credentials. For more information visit www.netregs.gov.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=256 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=256 Tue, 26 May 2009 16:27:03 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Construction firms that adopt greener strategies aren't just helping the environment - they're cutting costs and edging out competition 00:03:08 The UK's largest construction firms have offered a glimmer of hope to subcontractors striving to beat the recession. In a shrinking market where competition is fierce, new research from NetRegs.gov.uk shows that 95 per cent of large firms will give preference to subcontractors who can prove their green credentials. The survey shows that during a time of oversupply, large firms with a turnover in excess of £10 million will increasingly use a subcontractor's environmental credentials as a key factor when deciding how to award contracts. The results also highlighted that 87 per cent of large construction firms have more confidence in subcontractors with proven green credentials: 76 per cent of them citing a reduced risk of prosecution. In addition, over half of respondents (56 per cent) think green policies will save subcontractors money - a welcome bonus in these tough economic times. A staggering 93 per cent of construction industry bosses also think that proof of environmental responsibility will move up their firm's agenda over the next two years. For a clearer picture of how adopting positive environmental practices can boost the fortunes of your own business, click on the link below to watch a video report with comment from ED Mitchell, Head of Business Performance and Regulation for the Environment Agency. Whilst Stuart Rowe, Contracts Executive, from contractor Ellmer Construction Ltd and Bill O'Connor, Director at sub-contractor Beckdene discuss the changes they have made to their waste management in recent times to improve their green credentials. For more information visit www.netregs.gov.uk no net regs Building For The Future cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Construction firms that adopt greener strategies aren't just helping the environment - they're cutting costs and edging out competition net regs The UK's largest construction firms have offered a glimmer of hope to subcontractors striving to beat the recession. In a shrinking market where competition is fierce, new research from NetRegs.gov.uk shows that 95 per cent of large firms will give preference to subcontractors who can prove their green credentials. The survey shows that during a time of oversupply, large firms with a turnover in excess of £10 million will increasingly use a subcontractor's environmental credentials as a key factor when deciding how to award contracts. The results also highlighted that 87 per cent of large construction firms have more confidence in subcontractors with proven green credentials: 76 per cent of them citing a reduced risk of prosecution. In addition, over half of respondents (56 per cent) think green policies will save subcontractors money - a welcome bonus in these tough economic times. A staggering 93 per cent of construction industry bosses also think that proof of environmental responsibility will move up their firm's agenda over the next two years. For a clearer picture of how adopting positive environmental practices can boost the fortunes of your own business, click on the link below to watch a video report with comment from ED Mitchell, Head of Business Performance and Regulation for the Environment Agency. Whilst Stuart Rowe, Contracts Executive, from contractor Ellmer Construction Ltd and Bill O'Connor, Director at sub-contractor Beckdene discuss the changes they have made to their waste management in recent times to improve their green credentials. For more information visit www.netregs.gov.uk News & Media/Business All newborn babies and children up to four years old will have their growth measurements plotted on new charts from this week. The launch of the charts, which have been developed for the Department of Health by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, based on the World Health Organisation's work, coincides with National Breastfeeding Awareness Week (10 - 16 May) and replaces current measures which are based predominately on babies fed with formula milk. Research shows that breast-fed babies tend to gain weight at a healthier pace and are less likely to become obese in later life. The new charts will play an important role in establishing breastfeeding as the norm and will be included in the Personal Child Health Records, which parents of every newborn are given. They will help parents and healthcare professionals identify children at early risk of obesity and provide important reassurance for parents of breast-fed babies, who are likely to gain weight more slowly. The new charts include parent-friendly instructions and a chart specifically for premature babies. As babies can lose and gain weight at different rates during birth and two weeks, it is recommended that they are not measured during this time. The charts also help make more reliable predictions of a child's adult height. In this video, Professor Charlotte Wright of the Royal College of Paediatrics explains why the charts have been introduced and how they can help you follow the growth of your baby For more information visit www.breastfeeding.nhs.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=255 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=255 Tue, 26 May 2009 16:19:42 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Breastfeeding 00:01:50 All newborn babies and children up to four years old will have their growth measurements plotted on new charts from this week. The launch of the charts, which have been developed for the Department of Health by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, based on the World Health Organisation's work, coincides with National Breastfeeding Awareness Week (10 - 16 May) and replaces current measures which are based predominately on babies fed with formula milk. Research shows that breast-fed babies tend to gain weight at a healthier pace and are less likely to become obese in later life. The new charts will play an important role in establishing breastfeeding as the norm and will be included in the Personal Child Health Records, which parents of every newborn are given. They will help parents and healthcare professionals identify children at early risk of obesity and provide important reassurance for parents of breast-fed babies, who are likely to gain weight more slowly. The new charts include parent-friendly instructions and a chart specifically for premature babies. As babies can lose and gain weight at different rates during birth and two weeks, it is recommended that they are not measured during this time. The charts also help make more reliable predictions of a child's adult height. In this video, Professor Charlotte Wright of the Royal College of Paediatrics explains why the charts have been introduced and how they can help you follow the growth of your baby For more information visit www.breastfeeding.nhs.uk no breast feeding growth charts New growth charts launched for National Breastfeeding Awareness Week cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Breastfeeding breast feeding growth charts All newborn babies and children up to four years old will have their growth measurements plotted on new charts from this week. The launch of the charts, which have been developed for the Department of Health by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, based on the World Health Organisation's work, coincides with National Breastfeeding Awareness Week (10 - 16 May) and replaces current measures which are based predominately on babies fed with formula milk. Research shows that breast-fed babies tend to gain weight at a healthier pace and are less likely to become obese in later life. The new charts will play an important role in establishing breastfeeding as the norm and will be included in the Personal Child Health Records, which parents of every newborn are given. They will help parents and healthcare professionals identify children at early risk of obesity and provide important reassurance for parents of breast-fed babies, who are likely to gain weight more slowly. The new charts include parent-friendly instructions and a chart specifically for premature babies. As babies can lose and gain weight at different rates during birth and two weeks, it is recommended that they are not measured during this time. The charts also help make more reliable predictions of a child's adult height. In this video, Professor Charlotte Wright of the Royal College of Paediatrics explains why the charts have been introduced and how they can help you follow the growth of your baby For more information visit www.breastfeeding.nhs.uk Lifestyle/Parenting With less than 8 weeks to go until the kids break up from school and the summer holidays officially begin - millions of us are already getting our bodies ship-shape for the beach. But while this may be boosting self esteem and giving us a much needed feel-good factor, we should also consider the impact our diet can have on the inside, where it really counts. While we are increasingly aware of the dangers of eating too much saturated fat, according to a new report over eight in ten Brits are still putting their health at risk by exceeding the Food Standards Agency's Recommended Daily Allowance of 20g per day for women (30g per day for men). Eating too much saturated fat increases blood cholesterol levels and thus the risk of heart disease. However research by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel reveals that one in ten Brits are still getting more than 18% of their daily calories from this dietary 'baddie' compared with the recommended target of 11%. According to the Cabinet Office, if everyone reduced their intake to the Government's recommended levels a staggering 3,500 lives could be saved each year across the UK. Starting this week, if we all took a few simple steps to cut our saturated fat intake, the health benefits could make huge differences to our lives. We all know the typical foods that contain high levels of saturated fat - such as fatty cuts of meat, butter, cheese, whole milk and pastries. However even foods we tend to think of as non-fatty can also contain saturated fat - there can be a lot of it in yoghurt and in and under chicken skin, for example. Whether it be eating low-fat dairy products, grating cheese instead of slicing it, or reading food labels correctly - there are simple steps we can all take to reduce saturated fat levels in both our own and our family's daily diet. To help you get started in the run up to summer, to actually be as healthy as you'd like to look, click here for The Fat Panel's video of ten easy but potentially life-saving tips. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=254 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=254 Fri, 22 May 2009 17:57:05 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Simple steps to cut dangerous saturated fat intake can reduce serious health risks 00:03:03 With less than 8 weeks to go until the kids break up from school and the summer holidays officially begin - millions of us are already getting our bodies ship-shape for the beach. But while this may be boosting self esteem and giving us a much needed feel-good factor, we should also consider the impact our diet can have on the inside, where it really counts. While we are increasingly aware of the dangers of eating too much saturated fat, according to a new report over eight in ten Brits are still putting their health at risk by exceeding the Food Standards Agency's Recommended Daily Allowance of 20g per day for women (30g per day for men). Eating too much saturated fat increases blood cholesterol levels and thus the risk of heart disease. However research by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel reveals that one in ten Brits are still getting more than 18% of their daily calories from this dietary 'baddie' compared with the recommended target of 11%. According to the Cabinet Office, if everyone reduced their intake to the Government's recommended levels a staggering 3,500 lives could be saved each year across the UK. Starting this week, if we all took a few simple steps to cut our saturated fat intake, the health benefits could make huge differences to our lives. We all know the typical foods that contain high levels of saturated fat - such as fatty cuts of meat, butter, cheese, whole milk and pastries. However even foods we tend to think of as non-fatty can also contain saturated fat - there can be a lot of it in yoghurt and in and under chicken skin, for example. Whether it be eating low-fat dairy products, grating cheese instead of slicing it, or reading food labels correctly - there are simple steps we can all take to reduce saturated fat levels in both our own and our family's daily diet. To help you get started in the run up to summer, to actually be as healthy as you'd like to look, click here for The Fat Panel's video of ten easy but potentially life-saving tips. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk no fat panel Get Your Family Healthy From cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Simple steps to cut dangerous saturated fat intake can reduce serious health risks fat panel With less than 8 weeks to go until the kids break up from school and the summer holidays officially begin - millions of us are already getting our bodies ship-shape for the beach. But while this may be boosting self esteem and giving us a much needed feel-good factor, we should also consider the impact our diet can have on the inside, where it really counts. While we are increasingly aware of the dangers of eating too much saturated fat, according to a new report over eight in ten Brits are still putting their health at risk by exceeding the Food Standards Agency's Recommended Daily Allowance of 20g per day for women (30g per day for men). Eating too much saturated fat increases blood cholesterol levels and thus the risk of heart disease. However research by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel reveals that one in ten Brits are still getting more than 18% of their daily calories from this dietary 'baddie' compared with the recommended target of 11%. According to the Cabinet Office, if everyone reduced their intake to the Government's recommended levels a staggering 3,500 lives could be saved each year across the UK. Starting this week, if we all took a few simple steps to cut our saturated fat intake, the health benefits could make huge differences to our lives. We all know the typical foods that contain high levels of saturated fat - such as fatty cuts of meat, butter, cheese, whole milk and pastries. However even foods we tend to think of as non-fatty can also contain saturated fat - there can be a lot of it in yoghurt and in and under chicken skin, for example. Whether it be eating low-fat dairy products, grating cheese instead of slicing it, or reading food labels correctly - there are simple steps we can all take to reduce saturated fat levels in both our own and our family's daily diet. To help you get started in the run up to summer, to actually be as healthy as you'd like to look, click here for The Fat Panel's video of ten easy but potentially life-saving tips. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink With the vast array of celebrity chefs offering their mouth-watering recipes for us to follow, cooking restaurant quality food in our own kitchen has never been easier. Celebrity chefs themselves have become household names, and their cookbooks offer quick and easy ways to make delicious meals. But when it comes down to it, how healthy are these recipes? A new report by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel found that following a recipe from the likes of Anthony Worrell Thompson or Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall can contain over 200% of your Guideline Daily allowance (GDA) of saturated fat in a single serving. This is fine as a tasty treat once in a while, but eaten on a regular basis can cause problems to your health. The report goes on to show how some simple swaps and switches can make a dramatic difference to saturated fat content, without affecting the flavour and food experience. For instance, simply swapping butter and cream for margarine or a vegetable oil based spread and yoghurt in one recipe (Baked Apples by John Burton Race and Allegra Hicks) would reduce the saturated fat content by 83%, from 120% of a woman's GDA of saturated fat (24g) to just 20% (24g down to 4g of saturated fat). In this video feature, The Fat Panel's registered dietician Sian shows us how simple it is to follow your favourite chef's cookbook and with a few little tweaks, turn them into scrumptious meals that you can enjoy as often as you like. Your heart will love you for it. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=253 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=253 Fri, 22 May 2009 17:52:36 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Dietician Sian Porter from The Fat Panel shows you how to follow your favourite chef's meal the healthy way. 00:03:05 With the vast array of celebrity chefs offering their mouth-watering recipes for us to follow, cooking restaurant quality food in our own kitchen has never been easier. Celebrity chefs themselves have become household names, and their cookbooks offer quick and easy ways to make delicious meals. But when it comes down to it, how healthy are these recipes? A new report by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel found that following a recipe from the likes of Anthony Worrell Thompson or Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall can contain over 200% of your Guideline Daily allowance (GDA) of saturated fat in a single serving. This is fine as a tasty treat once in a while, but eaten on a regular basis can cause problems to your health. The report goes on to show how some simple swaps and switches can make a dramatic difference to saturated fat content, without affecting the flavour and food experience. For instance, simply swapping butter and cream for margarine or a vegetable oil based spread and yoghurt in one recipe (Baked Apples by John Burton Race and Allegra Hicks) would reduce the saturated fat content by 83%, from 120% of a woman's GDA of saturated fat (24g) to just 20% (24g down to 4g of saturated fat). In this video feature, The Fat Panel's registered dietician Sian shows us how simple it is to follow your favourite chef's cookbook and with a few little tweaks, turn them into scrumptious meals that you can enjoy as often as you like. Your heart will love you for it. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk no fat panel Delicious Celebrity Recipes... cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Dietician Sian Porter from The Fat Panel shows you how to follow your favourite chef's meal the healthy way. fat panel With the vast array of celebrity chefs offering their mouth-watering recipes for us to follow, cooking restaurant quality food in our own kitchen has never been easier. Celebrity chefs themselves have become household names, and their cookbooks offer quick and easy ways to make delicious meals. But when it comes down to it, how healthy are these recipes? A new report by independent dietary advisory body The Fat Panel found that following a recipe from the likes of Anthony Worrell Thompson or Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall can contain over 200% of your Guideline Daily allowance (GDA) of saturated fat in a single serving. This is fine as a tasty treat once in a while, but eaten on a regular basis can cause problems to your health. The report goes on to show how some simple swaps and switches can make a dramatic difference to saturated fat content, without affecting the flavour and food experience. For instance, simply swapping butter and cream for margarine or a vegetable oil based spread and yoghurt in one recipe (Baked Apples by John Burton Race and Allegra Hicks) would reduce the saturated fat content by 83%, from 120% of a woman's GDA of saturated fat (24g) to just 20% (24g down to 4g of saturated fat). In this video feature, The Fat Panel's registered dietician Sian shows us how simple it is to follow your favourite chef's cookbook and with a few little tweaks, turn them into scrumptious meals that you can enjoy as often as you like. Your heart will love you for it. For more information visit www.thefatpanel.org.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Hundreds of thousands of horses and donkeys are suffering overseas due to tourists, yet many British holidaymakers are unaware of their impact and how to act responsibly when they encounter working animals abroad. While British beach donkeys are regulated - no passengers over eight stone, a day off each week and a one hour lunch break - overseas it is a different story. Egypt and Jordan have been recognised by the Brooke, the UK's leading overseas equine welfare charity, as popular tourist destinations that widely use horses and donkeys for tourist trade. With recent ONS statistics showing that the number of Brits travelling to Jordan doubled last year and that nearly half a million British people travelled to Egypt within the first nine months of 2008, it is important that British travellers are aware of the issues concerning the use of working animals abroad. Horses and donkeys are used to taxi tourists across difficult and dangerous terrain to historical landmarks. The animals are often over-worked, under-watered and under-fed, and have the added burden of frequently carrying passengers who are too heavy for them. Haggling is common as credit crunch tourists negotiate rock bottom prices and quibble over the last pound. Owners, whose livelihoods are dependent on these earnings, are often left short changed and are tempted to overwork the animals in their desperation to bring in enough money to feed their family. The Brooke has released video footage and images from popular British tourist destinations including the Temples of Luxor and the Ancient City of Petra, showing that many tourists disregard the welfare of animals whilst they have fun in the sun. The Brooke is calling on all tourists to take action against this anguish by following a simple code when using working horses and donkeys abroad. Key points include: * Match your size with the size of the animal - if you are heavy or tall, think whether a small donkey can really take your weight * Pay a fair price for a ride - bargaining means the animal will have to work harder and longer to bring in an income * One person per animal when riding * The number of people shouldn't exceed the number of wheels when using a carriage horse * Don't be distracted by decorations - check for hidden sores, wounds or prominent bones Kimberly Wells, from the Brooke's Animal Welfare Team, who wrote the code states: "It may seem obvious, but it's being ignored. We see first hand the painful results - exhaustion, injuries, dehydration, heat stress, beatings and wounds - overworked animals suffering for tourism. Tourists can have a hugely positive impact on how communities treat their animals so we are urging them to play their part and work with us to reduce animal suffering across the world. Every tourist has the power to reduce animal affliction - both by following these simple guidelines and also by flagging up concerns to local authorities and tour operators, which will encourage a needed change in poor animal welfare practices." The Brooke's lifesaving work helps ease animal suffering across the developing world while supporting the livelihoods of the owners who depend on their animals to bring in an income. For more information or to see the code in full visit www.thebrooke.org/travel http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=252 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=252 Fri, 22 May 2009 17:44:45 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Shock footage reveals animals are paying the price for cheap rides and overweight tourists 00:02:02 Hundreds of thousands of horses and donkeys are suffering overseas due to tourists, yet many British holidaymakers are unaware of their impact and how to act responsibly when they encounter working animals abroad. While British beach donkeys are regulated - no passengers over eight stone, a day off each week and a one hour lunch break - overseas it is a different story. Egypt and Jordan have been recognised by the Brooke, the UK's leading overseas equine welfare charity, as popular tourist destinations that widely use horses and donkeys for tourist trade. With recent ONS statistics showing that the number of Brits travelling to Jordan doubled last year and that nearly half a million British people travelled to Egypt within the first nine months of 2008, it is important that British travellers are aware of the issues concerning the use of working animals abroad. Horses and donkeys are used to taxi tourists across difficult and dangerous terrain to historical landmarks. The animals are often over-worked, under-watered and under-fed, and have the added burden of frequently carrying passengers who are too heavy for them. Haggling is common as credit crunch tourists negotiate rock bottom prices and quibble over the last pound. Owners, whose livelihoods are dependent on these earnings, are often left short changed and are tempted to overwork the animals in their desperation to bring in enough money to feed their family. The Brooke has released video footage and images from popular British tourist destinations including the Temples of Luxor and the Ancient City of Petra, showing that many tourists disregard the welfare of animals whilst they have fun in the sun. The Brooke is calling on all tourists to take action against this anguish by following a simple code when using working horses and donkeys abroad. Key points include: * Match your size with the size of the animal - if you are heavy or tall, think whether a small donkey can really take your weight * Pay a fair price for a ride - bargaining means the animal will have to work harder and longer to bring in an income * One person per animal when riding * The number of people shouldn't exceed the number of wheels when using a carriage horse * Don't be distracted by decorations - check for hidden sores, wounds or prominent bones Kimberly Wells, from the Brooke's Animal Welfare Team, who wrote the code states: "It may seem obvious, but it's being ignored. We see first hand the painful results - exhaustion, injuries, dehydration, heat stress, beatings and wounds - overworked animals suffering for tourism. Tourists can have a hugely positive impact on how communities treat their animals so we are urging them to play their part and work with us to reduce animal suffering across the world. Every tourist has the power to reduce animal affliction - both by following these simple guidelines and also by flagging up concerns to local authorities and tour operators, which will encourage a needed change in poor animal welfare practices." The Brooke's lifesaving work helps ease animal suffering across the developing world while supporting the livelihoods of the owners who depend on their animals to bring in an income. For more information or to see the code in full visit www.thebrooke.org/travel no brooke horse Life's no beach for holiday donkeys cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Shock footage reveals animals are paying the price for cheap rides and overweight tourists brooke horse Hundreds of thousands of horses and donkeys are suffering overseas due to tourists, yet many British holidaymakers are unaware of their impact and how to act responsibly when they encounter working animals abroad. While British beach donkeys are regulated - no passengers over eight stone, a day off each week and a one hour lunch break - overseas it is a different story. Egypt and Jordan have been recognised by the Brooke, the UK's leading overseas equine welfare charity, as popular tourist destinations that widely use horses and donkeys for tourist trade. With recent ONS statistics showing that the number of Brits travelling to Jordan doubled last year and that nearly half a million British people travelled to Egypt within the first nine months of 2008, it is important that British travellers are aware of the issues concerning the use of working animals abroad. Horses and donkeys are used to taxi tourists across difficult and dangerous terrain to historical landmarks. The animals are often over-worked, under-watered and under-fed, and have the added burden of frequently carrying passengers who are too heavy for them. Haggling is common as credit crunch tourists negotiate rock bottom prices and quibble over the last pound. Owners, whose livelihoods are dependent on these earnings, are often left short changed and are tempted to overwork the animals in their desperation to bring in enough money to feed their family. The Brooke has released video footage and images from popular British tourist destinations including the Temples of Luxor and the Ancient City of Petra, showing that many tourists disregard the welfare of animals whilst they have fun in the sun. The Brooke is calling on all tourists to take action against this anguish by following a simple code when using working horses and donkeys abroad. Key points include: * Match your size with the size of the animal - if you are heavy or tall, think whether a small donkey can really take your weight * Pay a fair price for a ride - bargaining means the animal will have to work harder and longer to bring in an income * One person per animal when riding * The number of people shouldn't exceed the number of wheels when using a carriage horse * Don't be distracted by decorations - check for hidden sores, wounds or prominent bones Kimberly Wells, from the Brooke's Animal Welfare Team, who wrote the code states: "It may seem obvious, but it's being ignored. We see first hand the painful results - exhaustion, injuries, dehydration, heat stress, beatings and wounds - overworked animals suffering for tourism. Tourists can have a hugely positive impact on how communities treat their animals so we are urging them to play their part and work with us to reduce animal suffering across the world. Every tourist has the power to reduce animal affliction - both by following these simple guidelines and also by flagging up concerns to local authorities and tour operators, which will encourage a needed change in poor animal welfare practices." The Brooke's lifesaving work helps ease animal suffering across the developing world while supporting the livelihoods of the owners who depend on their animals to bring in an income. For more information or to see the code in full visit www.thebrooke.org/travel Leisure & Travel/ While well over a third (38%) of Brits have seen a crime-taking place, 36% have not volunteered to act as a witness in court, according to a new report. Thousands of prosecutions are going without vital testimony because eye-witnesses are deterred from attending court due to a lack of knowledge and understanding of what is required. Many are scared to relay their account of events because they simply do not know enough about being a witness in court. Others are afraid of the thought of standing up in the courtroom, while some are even concerned they will receive third party threats. The survey by Directgov reveals that out of those UK residents who have witnessed a crime, 36% have witnessed an assault take place. Under a quarter (23%) have witnessed a motoring offence while only 16% have witnessed a burglary. However over a quarter (27%) of residents say they would not know where to turn for information about appearing as a witness to such crimes in court. Others admit they would rely solely on the advice of family and friends. Eyewitness testimony is a critical part of the judicial process. To provide people with more information on going to court and the special protection methods available, the Government has set up a new online initiative to guide people through the process. If you are going to court in the future, or know someone who is, watch video for a step-by-step guide. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/en/CrimeJusticeAndTheLaw/Goingtocourt/DG_070444?CID=New_sound http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=251 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=251 Fri, 22 May 2009 17:40:12 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) If you are going to court in the future, or know someone who is, watch video for a step-by-step guide 00:01:05 While well over a third (38%) of Brits have seen a crime-taking place, 36% have not volunteered to act as a witness in court, according to a new report. Thousands of prosecutions are going without vital testimony because eye-witnesses are deterred from attending court due to a lack of knowledge and understanding of what is required. Many are scared to relay their account of events because they simply do not know enough about being a witness in court. Others are afraid of the thought of standing up in the courtroom, while some are even concerned they will receive third party threats. The survey by Directgov reveals that out of those UK residents who have witnessed a crime, 36% have witnessed an assault take place. Under a quarter (23%) have witnessed a motoring offence while only 16% have witnessed a burglary. However over a quarter (27%) of residents say they would not know where to turn for information about appearing as a witness to such crimes in court. Others admit they would rely solely on the advice of family and friends. Eyewitness testimony is a critical part of the judicial process. To provide people with more information on going to court and the special protection methods available, the Government has set up a new online initiative to guide people through the process. If you are going to court in the future, or know someone who is, watch video for a step-by-step guide. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/en/CrimeJusticeAndTheLaw/Goingtocourt/DG_070444?CID=New_sound no directgov, court, crime, justice UK Crime Witnesses Offered More cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk If you are going to court in the future, or know someone who is, watch video for a step-by-step guide directgov, court, crime, justice While well over a third (38%) of Brits have seen a crime-taking place, 36% have not volunteered to act as a witness in court, according to a new report. Thousands of prosecutions are going without vital testimony because eye-witnesses are deterred from attending court due to a lack of knowledge and understanding of what is required. Many are scared to relay their account of events because they simply do not know enough about being a witness in court. Others are afraid of the thought of standing up in the courtroom, while some are even concerned they will receive third party threats. The survey by Directgov reveals that out of those UK residents who have witnessed a crime, 36% have witnessed an assault take place. Under a quarter (23%) have witnessed a motoring offence while only 16% have witnessed a burglary. However over a quarter (27%) of residents say they would not know where to turn for information about appearing as a witness to such crimes in court. Others admit they would rely solely on the advice of family and friends. Eyewitness testimony is a critical part of the judicial process. To provide people with more information on going to court and the special protection methods available, the Government has set up a new online initiative to guide people through the process. If you are going to court in the future, or know someone who is, watch video for a step-by-step guide. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/en/CrimeJusticeAndTheLaw/Goingtocourt/DG_070444?CID=New_sound News & Media/Education As a homeowner in the current climate, there's a good chance you're worried - perhaps deeply - about being able to pay your mortgage. It may seem small consolation but, as you may have noticed, at least you're not the only one. But whatever the extent of your personal situation, panicking or ignoring your problems are the worst things you could do. Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of Shelter said: "As the credit crunch continues to bite, the reality is that more and more homeowners will struggle to keep up with their mortgage payments this year. We are seeing increasing numbers of people coming to us for help with mortgage problems and we would urge anyone in difficulty not to bury their heads in the sand and to seek advice early to ensure they don't lose their homes." Instead, it's important to keep cool and undertake practical strategies for staying on track and out of trouble. Here are just a few, as recommended by leading money advice charities and the Council of Mortgage Lenders: * If you're beginning to worry, you should talk your lender immediately. Yes, you might be reluctant and even find the prospect a bit scary, but it's crucial. The Government has created safety nets to help you, such as the Court Pre-Action Protocol, which requires lenders to demonstrate that repossession of your home is their last resort. * If you are benefitting from lower mortgage rates, overpay each month if you can. It will improve equity, reduce interest payments and cut the length of your mortgage. * While interest rates are low, switch to a repayment mortgage - but check if there are charges associated with it first. * Prioritise debts - pay your mortgage, utilities and council tax before unsecured debts like credit cards - though you should continue to talk to your creditors and seek free independent financial advice. If you're already in trouble it's vital not ignore your debts, or they'll just get worse. Keep paying as much as you can, as this will help you in negotiations with your lender. And don't just walk away from the property - the debt on it remains your responsibility. If you feel you're at a loss for ways to get out of trouble, it's important that you take advantage of the free, independent and incredibly valuable advice that organisations like your local Citizens Advice Bureau, Shelter, National Debtline and CCCS has to offer. It can make a huge and positive difference, regardless of the severity of your situation. And now there's also a brand new Government scheme specifically designed to help homeowners remain in their homes if they fall on difficult times. The Homeowners Mortgage Support (HMS) scheme will enable borrowers who suffer from a temporary loss of income to cut their mortgage interest payments for up to two years and help them get back on track with their finances. To find out more, take a look at the video below in which Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Housing Minister Margaret Beckett announce and explain the scheme. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/HMS http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=250 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=250 Tue, 05 May 2009 13:23:21 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) There is a wealth of strategies, advice and practical support that can help you keep your head - and your home 00:02:42 As a homeowner in the current climate, there's a good chance you're worried - perhaps deeply - about being able to pay your mortgage. It may seem small consolation but, as you may have noticed, at least you're not the only one. But whatever the extent of your personal situation, panicking or ignoring your problems are the worst things you could do. Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of Shelter said: "As the credit crunch continues to bite, the reality is that more and more homeowners will struggle to keep up with their mortgage payments this year. We are seeing increasing numbers of people coming to us for help with mortgage problems and we would urge anyone in difficulty not to bury their heads in the sand and to seek advice early to ensure they don't lose their homes." Instead, it's important to keep cool and undertake practical strategies for staying on track and out of trouble. Here are just a few, as recommended by leading money advice charities and the Council of Mortgage Lenders: * If you're beginning to worry, you should talk your lender immediately. Yes, you might be reluctant and even find the prospect a bit scary, but it's crucial. The Government has created safety nets to help you, such as the Court Pre-Action Protocol, which requires lenders to demonstrate that repossession of your home is their last resort. * If you are benefitting from lower mortgage rates, overpay each month if you can. It will improve equity, reduce interest payments and cut the length of your mortgage. * While interest rates are low, switch to a repayment mortgage - but check if there are charges associated with it first. * Prioritise debts - pay your mortgage, utilities and council tax before unsecured debts like credit cards - though you should continue to talk to your creditors and seek free independent financial advice. If you're already in trouble it's vital not ignore your debts, or they'll just get worse. Keep paying as much as you can, as this will help you in negotiations with your lender. And don't just walk away from the property - the debt on it remains your responsibility. If you feel you're at a loss for ways to get out of trouble, it's important that you take advantage of the free, independent and incredibly valuable advice that organisations like your local Citizens Advice Bureau, Shelter, National Debtline and CCCS has to offer. It can make a huge and positive difference, regardless of the severity of your situation. And now there's also a brand new Government scheme specifically designed to help homeowners remain in their homes if they fall on difficult times. The Homeowners Mortgage Support (HMS) scheme will enable borrowers who suffer from a temporary loss of income to cut their mortgage interest payments for up to two years and help them get back on track with their finances. To find out more, take a look at the video below in which Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Housing Minister Margaret Beckett announce and explain the scheme. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/HMS no Gordon Brown Margaret Beckett Homeowners Mortgage How To Solve Your Mortgage Repayment Problems cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk There is a wealth of strategies, advice and practical support that can help you keep your head - and your home Gordon Brown Margaret Beckett Homeowners Mortgage As a homeowner in the current climate, there's a good chance you're worried - perhaps deeply - about being able to pay your mortgage. It may seem small consolation but, as you may have noticed, at least you're not the only one. But whatever the extent of your personal situation, panicking or ignoring your problems are the worst things you could do. Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of Shelter said: "As the credit crunch continues to bite, the reality is that more and more homeowners will struggle to keep up with their mortgage payments this year. We are seeing increasing numbers of people coming to us for help with mortgage problems and we would urge anyone in difficulty not to bury their heads in the sand and to seek advice early to ensure they don't lose their homes." Instead, it's important to keep cool and undertake practical strategies for staying on track and out of trouble. Here are just a few, as recommended by leading money advice charities and the Council of Mortgage Lenders: * If you're beginning to worry, you should talk your lender immediately. Yes, you might be reluctant and even find the prospect a bit scary, but it's crucial. The Government has created safety nets to help you, such as the Court Pre-Action Protocol, which requires lenders to demonstrate that repossession of your home is their last resort. * If you are benefitting from lower mortgage rates, overpay each month if you can. It will improve equity, reduce interest payments and cut the length of your mortgage. * While interest rates are low, switch to a repayment mortgage - but check if there are charges associated with it first. * Prioritise debts - pay your mortgage, utilities and council tax before unsecured debts like credit cards - though you should continue to talk to your creditors and seek free independent financial advice. If you're already in trouble it's vital not ignore your debts, or they'll just get worse. Keep paying as much as you can, as this will help you in negotiations with your lender. And don't just walk away from the property - the debt on it remains your responsibility. If you feel you're at a loss for ways to get out of trouble, it's important that you take advantage of the free, independent and incredibly valuable advice that organisations like your local Citizens Advice Bureau, Shelter, National Debtline and CCCS has to offer. It can make a huge and positive difference, regardless of the severity of your situation. And now there's also a brand new Government scheme specifically designed to help homeowners remain in their homes if they fall on difficult times. The Homeowners Mortgage Support (HMS) scheme will enable borrowers who suffer from a temporary loss of income to cut their mortgage interest payments for up to two years and help them get back on track with their finances. To find out more, take a look at the video below in which Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Housing Minister Margaret Beckett announce and explain the scheme. For more information visit www.direct.gov.uk/HMS News & Media/Politics "Manners maketh the man", the saying goes, but "motors maketh the man" could be a lot nearer the target. Why? Because your car says as much about you as a well-tailored suit or the latest gadget. And yet, as a Karcher survey reveals, 40% of us only wash our car every few months! If you don't take any pride in your car, it's not exactly giving the best impression about how you look after yourself, is it? The no-brainer solution to a dirty car crisis is to give it a good clean. Luckily a sparkling set of wheels is within easy reach nowadays, and it's entirely possible to achieve a professional standard of cleaning without having to shell out for the services of a professional valet. Nor will you wind up wasting water or your hard earned cash. Instead, you can do the job yourself with an absolute minimum of effort and outlay. Take a look at our video with Fifth Gear presenter and racing driver Tiff Needell for the full, gleaming story. Along with car-cleaning wiz Nigel Adams from the Karcher Academy, he'll tell you everything you need to know about how to turn your dirty car into a clean mean machine. For more information visit www.karcher.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=249 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=249 Fri, 01 May 2009 17:34:35 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) If your motor looks bad, you look bad. So let Tiff Needell show you how to get your car looking squeaky clean with minimum effort 00:02:40 "Manners maketh the man", the saying goes, but "motors maketh the man" could be a lot nearer the target. Why? Because your car says as much about you as a well-tailored suit or the latest gadget. And yet, as a Karcher survey reveals, 40% of us only wash our car every few months! If you don't take any pride in your car, it's not exactly giving the best impression about how you look after yourself, is it? The no-brainer solution to a dirty car crisis is to give it a good clean. Luckily a sparkling set of wheels is within easy reach nowadays, and it's entirely possible to achieve a professional standard of cleaning without having to shell out for the services of a professional valet. Nor will you wind up wasting water or your hard earned cash. Instead, you can do the job yourself with an absolute minimum of effort and outlay. Take a look at our video with Fifth Gear presenter and racing driver Tiff Needell for the full, gleaming story. Along with car-cleaning wiz Nigel Adams from the Karcher Academy, he'll tell you everything you need to know about how to turn your dirty car into a clean mean machine. For more information visit www.karcher.co.uk no clean, car, wheels, karcher, tiff, needell, fifth, Show Them A Clean Set Of Wheels cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk If your motor looks bad, you look bad. So let Tiff Needell show you how to get your car looking squeaky clean with minimum effort clean, car, wheels, karcher, tiff, needell, fifth, "Manners maketh the man", the saying goes, but "motors maketh the man" could be a lot nearer the target. Why? Because your car says as much about you as a well-tailored suit or the latest gadget. And yet, as a Karcher survey reveals, 40% of us only wash our car every few months! If you don't take any pride in your car, it's not exactly giving the best impression about how you look after yourself, is it? The no-brainer solution to a dirty car crisis is to give it a good clean. Luckily a sparkling set of wheels is within easy reach nowadays, and it's entirely possible to achieve a professional standard of cleaning without having to shell out for the services of a professional valet. Nor will you wind up wasting water or your hard earned cash. Instead, you can do the job yourself with an absolute minimum of effort and outlay. Take a look at our video with Fifth Gear presenter and racing driver Tiff Needell for the full, gleaming story. Along with car-cleaning wiz Nigel Adams from the Karcher Academy, he'll tell you everything you need to know about how to turn your dirty car into a clean mean machine. For more information visit www.karcher.co.uk News & Media/Technology How many times a week do you eat fish? The Food Standards Agency recommends that we should all eat at least two portions every week, one of which should be oily. Not only is fish a rich source of protein, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, but it is extensive in variety - so there is a fish out there to suit every taste bud and occasion. However, it seems only a quarter of us are meeting this quota. So why is this? Perhaps one reason is the dying tradition of eating fish on a Friday, with only 5% of us now still sitting down to a fish based meal at the end of the week. To support the launch of their Simply Baked to Perfection range, Birds Eye took a closer look at our fish-eating habits, with their research finding that one in four people say they would rather not cook fish as they think it is too expensive. Nearly one in five people think fish is too smelly, while just under a quarter either don't know how to prepare fish or simply don't like handling it. Whatever your excuse is, the facts are there - fish should be an important part of everyone's diet. So whether you are new to preparing fish, aren't sure what to do with it, or just don't have the time to try, take a look at this video. Aldo Zilli, one of the nation's favourite fish chefs, takes us to Billingsgate Market where he gives us some of his top tips and introduces us to a few friends on the way. His main aim? To show the great British public that fish needn't be complicated and encourage them to start eating more fish as part of a healthy balanced diet - especially on a Friday! For more information visit www.birdseye.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=248 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=248 Fri, 01 May 2009 17:29:49 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Aldo Zilli shows us that fish doesn't have to be fiddly or complicated, with his top tips on making fish simple 00:01:56 How many times a week do you eat fish? The Food Standards Agency recommends that we should all eat at least two portions every week, one of which should be oily. Not only is fish a rich source of protein, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, but it is extensive in variety - so there is a fish out there to suit every taste bud and occasion. However, it seems only a quarter of us are meeting this quota. So why is this? Perhaps one reason is the dying tradition of eating fish on a Friday, with only 5% of us now still sitting down to a fish based meal at the end of the week. To support the launch of their Simply Baked to Perfection range, Birds Eye took a closer look at our fish-eating habits, with their research finding that one in four people say they would rather not cook fish as they think it is too expensive. Nearly one in five people think fish is too smelly, while just under a quarter either don't know how to prepare fish or simply don't like handling it. Whatever your excuse is, the facts are there - fish should be an important part of everyone's diet. So whether you are new to preparing fish, aren't sure what to do with it, or just don't have the time to try, take a look at this video. Aldo Zilli, one of the nation's favourite fish chefs, takes us to Billingsgate Market where he gives us some of his top tips and introduces us to a few friends on the way. His main aim? To show the great British public that fish needn't be complicated and encourage them to start eating more fish as part of a healthy balanced diet - especially on a Friday! For more information visit www.birdseye.co.uk no birds, eye, fish, friday, aldo, zilli, billingsgat Bring back Fish on a Friday! cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Aldo Zilli shows us that fish doesn't have to be fiddly or complicated, with his top tips on making fish simple birds, eye, fish, friday, aldo, zilli, billingsgat How many times a week do you eat fish? The Food Standards Agency recommends that we should all eat at least two portions every week, one of which should be oily. Not only is fish a rich source of protein, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, but it is extensive in variety - so there is a fish out there to suit every taste bud and occasion. However, it seems only a quarter of us are meeting this quota. So why is this? Perhaps one reason is the dying tradition of eating fish on a Friday, with only 5% of us now still sitting down to a fish based meal at the end of the week. To support the launch of their Simply Baked to Perfection range, Birds Eye took a closer look at our fish-eating habits, with their research finding that one in four people say they would rather not cook fish as they think it is too expensive. Nearly one in five people think fish is too smelly, while just under a quarter either don't know how to prepare fish or simply don't like handling it. Whatever your excuse is, the facts are there - fish should be an important part of everyone's diet. So whether you are new to preparing fish, aren't sure what to do with it, or just don't have the time to try, take a look at this video. Aldo Zilli, one of the nation's favourite fish chefs, takes us to Billingsgate Market where he gives us some of his top tips and introduces us to a few friends on the way. His main aim? To show the great British public that fish needn't be complicated and encourage them to start eating more fish as part of a healthy balanced diet - especially on a Friday! For more information visit www.birdseye.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink At a time in which we're too often called upon to think about our own security, it can be all too easy to forget that there are other vitally important causes that require our attention just as much. One man who's never forgotten this and never will is Captain Paul Watson, founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, a radical environmental organisation. After nearly forty years, his passionate commitment to eliminating the practices of whaling, poaching, shark farming and the destruction of marine habitat. Captain Paul Watson was a co-founder of Greenpeace in the early '70s. Midway through the decade he broke away and formed the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, driven by the belief that a much tougher approach was needed to effectively combat whalers and other violators of ocean law. Every winter since then, he and his group of volunteers have engaged in a campaign to hunt down and stop Japanese ships from killing whales in the name of research. Called activists and heroes by some, eco-pirates by others, their work is dangerous, controversial and has garnered huge media interest worldwide. Whale Wars, a new documentary series beginning on the Discovery Channel on Monday 27th April charts the latest endeavours of the team aboard the Steve Irwin. A heady mix of ecological education and nail-biting adventure, there's every cause to watch it. For more information visit www.discoverychannel.co.uk/web/whale-wars http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=247 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=247 Fri, 01 May 2009 17:26:05 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Passion, courage, danger, controversy. A new documentary series follows the men and women dedicated to wiping out Japanese whaling 00:02:50 At a time in which we're too often called upon to think about our own security, it can be all too easy to forget that there are other vitally important causes that require our attention just as much. One man who's never forgotten this and never will is Captain Paul Watson, founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, a radical environmental organisation. After nearly forty years, his passionate commitment to eliminating the practices of whaling, poaching, shark farming and the destruction of marine habitat. Captain Paul Watson was a co-founder of Greenpeace in the early '70s. Midway through the decade he broke away and formed the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, driven by the belief that a much tougher approach was needed to effectively combat whalers and other violators of ocean law. Every winter since then, he and his group of volunteers have engaged in a campaign to hunt down and stop Japanese ships from killing whales in the name of research. Called activists and heroes by some, eco-pirates by others, their work is dangerous, controversial and has garnered huge media interest worldwide. Whale Wars, a new documentary series beginning on the Discovery Channel on Monday 27th April charts the latest endeavours of the team aboard the Steve Irwin. A heady mix of ecological education and nail-biting adventure, there's every cause to watch it. For more information visit www.discoverychannel.co.uk/web/whale-wars no whale, wars, discovery, channel, warriors, whaling Watching The Whale Warriors cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Passion, courage, danger, controversy. A new documentary series follows the men and women dedicated to wiping out Japanese whaling whale, wars, discovery, channel, warriors, whaling At a time in which we're too often called upon to think about our own security, it can be all too easy to forget that there are other vitally important causes that require our attention just as much. One man who's never forgotten this and never will is Captain Paul Watson, founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, a radical environmental organisation. After nearly forty years, his passionate commitment to eliminating the practices of whaling, poaching, shark farming and the destruction of marine habitat. Captain Paul Watson was a co-founder of Greenpeace in the early '70s. Midway through the decade he broke away and formed the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, driven by the belief that a much tougher approach was needed to effectively combat whalers and other violators of ocean law. Every winter since then, he and his group of volunteers have engaged in a campaign to hunt down and stop Japanese ships from killing whales in the name of research. Called activists and heroes by some, eco-pirates by others, their work is dangerous, controversial and has garnered huge media interest worldwide. Whale Wars, a new documentary series beginning on the Discovery Channel on Monday 27th April charts the latest endeavours of the team aboard the Steve Irwin. A heady mix of ecological education and nail-biting adventure, there's every cause to watch it. For more information visit www.discoverychannel.co.uk/web/whale-wars Entertainment & Arts/TV Liz McLarnon first rocketed to fame in one of Britain's top girl bands Atomic Kitten, racking up hit after hit here in the UK and around the world. Since the girl group decided to call it a day, the multi-talented pop princess has wasted no time in showing the world that there are more strings to her bow than just a great voice, great moves and an impeccable sense of style. Not only has Liz made her mark as a songwriter and enjoyed success as a solo artist, most impressively she proved she was a titanic talent in the kitchen when she became champion of last year's Celebrity Masterchef. But what does it take to be as all-round fabulous as the lovely Liz? Is it possible to live the celebrity lifestyle on a budget? In a special internet-only interview conducted on behalf of Jeeves of 'Ask Jeeves' search engine fame, Liz spills the beans on her all-star secrets and how to get in on some celebrity action without breaking the bank. She answers questions ranging from where can I get that special dress to how can I feed my family for less? For more information visit www.askjeeves.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=246 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=246 Fri, 01 May 2009 17:22:08 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Want to know what it takes to be a pop princess, style icon and champion chef? Just ask Liz McLarnon... 00:02:43 Liz McLarnon first rocketed to fame in one of Britain's top girl bands Atomic Kitten, racking up hit after hit here in the UK and around the world. Since the girl group decided to call it a day, the multi-talented pop princess has wasted no time in showing the world that there are more strings to her bow than just a great voice, great moves and an impeccable sense of style. Not only has Liz made her mark as a songwriter and enjoyed success as a solo artist, most impressively she proved she was a titanic talent in the kitchen when she became champion of last year's Celebrity Masterchef. But what does it take to be as all-round fabulous as the lovely Liz? Is it possible to live the celebrity lifestyle on a budget? In a special internet-only interview conducted on behalf of Jeeves of 'Ask Jeeves' search engine fame, Liz spills the beans on her all-star secrets and how to get in on some celebrity action without breaking the bank. She answers questions ranging from where can I get that special dress to how can I feed my family for less? For more information visit www.askjeeves.com no liz, mclarnon, atomic, kitten, secrets, star, ask, Liz McLarnon's Star Secrets cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Want to know what it takes to be a pop princess, style icon and champion chef? Just ask Liz McLarnon... liz, mclarnon, atomic, kitten, secrets, star, ask, Liz McLarnon first rocketed to fame in one of Britain's top girl bands Atomic Kitten, racking up hit after hit here in the UK and around the world. Since the girl group decided to call it a day, the multi-talented pop princess has wasted no time in showing the world that there are more strings to her bow than just a great voice, great moves and an impeccable sense of style. Not only has Liz made her mark as a songwriter and enjoyed success as a solo artist, most impressively she proved she was a titanic talent in the kitchen when she became champion of last year's Celebrity Masterchef. But what does it take to be as all-round fabulous as the lovely Liz? Is it possible to live the celebrity lifestyle on a budget? In a special internet-only interview conducted on behalf of Jeeves of 'Ask Jeeves' search engine fame, Liz spills the beans on her all-star secrets and how to get in on some celebrity action without breaking the bank. She answers questions ranging from where can I get that special dress to how can I feed my family for less? For more information visit www.askjeeves.com Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News Our eating habits have come a long way in recent years but with complicated labelling and so much information out there, knowing what's good for you isn't always that easy. Recent findings show that in fact almost two thirds of us are confused by reading reports on what is and isn't healthy and even more recall conflicting stories about the same food or drink being both good and bad for our health. Well keeping it simple can often be best so what could be simpler than the great British staple, oats. Eating just one portion of oats per day [approximately three grams] is a highly effective way to prevent fatty build-ups in our arteries. A groundbreaking recent report published in the British Food Journal found that this can reduce cholesterol levels by as much as 20%. This adds to a growing body of evidence showing that porridge and similar foodstuffs can make a unique contribution to our general health. Heart disease is still the number one killer in the UK today but the humble oat holds the secret to a healthier heart, containing a compound of soluble fibre called beta-glucan that can be found in bread, cereals and oat-based bars. They're easy to prepare and won't break the bank. For all the information you need on keeping your heart healthy, watch this video with top dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton who has all the advice you need. For more information visit www.weetabix.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=245 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=245 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:45:34 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Top dietician's guide to cholesterol-fighting foods 00:04:02 Our eating habits have come a long way in recent years but with complicated labelling and so much information out there, knowing what's good for you isn't always that easy. Recent findings show that in fact almost two thirds of us are confused by reading reports on what is and isn't healthy and even more recall conflicting stories about the same food or drink being both good and bad for our health. Well keeping it simple can often be best so what could be simpler than the great British staple, oats. Eating just one portion of oats per day [approximately three grams] is a highly effective way to prevent fatty build-ups in our arteries. A groundbreaking recent report published in the British Food Journal found that this can reduce cholesterol levels by as much as 20%. This adds to a growing body of evidence showing that porridge and similar foodstuffs can make a unique contribution to our general health. Heart disease is still the number one killer in the UK today but the humble oat holds the secret to a healthier heart, containing a compound of soluble fibre called beta-glucan that can be found in bread, cereals and oat-based bars. They're easy to prepare and won't break the bank. For all the information you need on keeping your heart healthy, watch this video with top dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton who has all the advice you need. For more information visit www.weetabix.co.uk no oats, oatibix, weetabix, dietician, cholesterol, f Know your oats cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Top dietician's guide to cholesterol-fighting foods oats, oatibix, weetabix, dietician, cholesterol, f Our eating habits have come a long way in recent years but with complicated labelling and so much information out there, knowing what's good for you isn't always that easy. Recent findings show that in fact almost two thirds of us are confused by reading reports on what is and isn't healthy and even more recall conflicting stories about the same food or drink being both good and bad for our health. Well keeping it simple can often be best so what could be simpler than the great British staple, oats. Eating just one portion of oats per day [approximately three grams] is a highly effective way to prevent fatty build-ups in our arteries. A groundbreaking recent report published in the British Food Journal found that this can reduce cholesterol levels by as much as 20%. This adds to a growing body of evidence showing that porridge and similar foodstuffs can make a unique contribution to our general health. Heart disease is still the number one killer in the UK today but the humble oat holds the secret to a healthier heart, containing a compound of soluble fibre called beta-glucan that can be found in bread, cereals and oat-based bars. They're easy to prepare and won't break the bank. For all the information you need on keeping your heart healthy, watch this video with top dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton who has all the advice you need. For more information visit www.weetabix.co.uk Lifestyle/Health Lifestyle/Food & Drink When it comes to Rugby Union, Northampton Saints and England player Ben Foden is the man to watch. As a full back who can also cover for scrum half he is one of the new breed of versatile backs - quick, strong, skilful and versatile - that is the future of the national game. At Northampton Saints, Ben is also part of squad pushing for domestic and European honours. At just 23 years of age his achievements are impressive. But how does he maintain his incredible physical condition? The answer is that Ben maintains a rigorous physical regime that unfailingly observes the three fundamental tenets of fitness: exercise, diet and - last but not least - proper hydration. New research by Iceni Water shows that more than four in ten of us don't know how much water we really need during strenuous exercise. One in five think they don't need water at all. Poor hydration can cause dizziness, fatigue and muscle cramps. It hinders performance and increases health risks and the possibility of injury. Ben's taken time out from his packed schedule to present a video to talk about his career, but also on how he maintains his body at the peak of physical fitness with tips on how you can do the same. For more information visit www.iceniwaters.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=244 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=244 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:54:11 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get the inside track on the super-fit star's personal fitness regime 00:02:10 When it comes to Rugby Union, Northampton Saints and England player Ben Foden is the man to watch. As a full back who can also cover for scrum half he is one of the new breed of versatile backs - quick, strong, skilful and versatile - that is the future of the national game. At Northampton Saints, Ben is also part of squad pushing for domestic and European honours. At just 23 years of age his achievements are impressive. But how does he maintain his incredible physical condition? The answer is that Ben maintains a rigorous physical regime that unfailingly observes the three fundamental tenets of fitness: exercise, diet and - last but not least - proper hydration. New research by Iceni Water shows that more than four in ten of us don't know how much water we really need during strenuous exercise. One in five think they don't need water at all. Poor hydration can cause dizziness, fatigue and muscle cramps. It hinders performance and increases health risks and the possibility of injury. Ben's taken time out from his packed schedule to present a video to talk about his career, but also on how he maintains his body at the peak of physical fitness with tips on how you can do the same. For more information visit www.iceniwaters.co.uk no rugby, fit, ben, foden, match, union, gym, sportin Sporting Secrets Of Rugby Union Ace Ben Foden cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get the inside track on the super-fit star's personal fitness regime rugby, fit, ben, foden, match, union, gym, sportin When it comes to Rugby Union, Northampton Saints and England player Ben Foden is the man to watch. As a full back who can also cover for scrum half he is one of the new breed of versatile backs - quick, strong, skilful and versatile - that is the future of the national game. At Northampton Saints, Ben is also part of squad pushing for domestic and European honours. At just 23 years of age his achievements are impressive. But how does he maintain his incredible physical condition? The answer is that Ben maintains a rigorous physical regime that unfailingly observes the three fundamental tenets of fitness: exercise, diet and - last but not least - proper hydration. New research by Iceni Water shows that more than four in ten of us don't know how much water we really need during strenuous exercise. One in five think they don't need water at all. Poor hydration can cause dizziness, fatigue and muscle cramps. It hinders performance and increases health risks and the possibility of injury. Ben's taken time out from his packed schedule to present a video to talk about his career, but also on how he maintains his body at the peak of physical fitness with tips on how you can do the same. For more information visit www.iceniwaters.co.uk Sport/Rugby Lifestyle/Health The company is seeking greater Government, industry and consumer collaboration in order to meet the Government targets of 80 per cent emissions reduction by 2050, and 15 per cent renewable energy sources by 2020. National Grid Chief Executive, Steve Holliday, said; "Despite the challenging economic conditions, we must not take our eye off the ball in tackling climate change. This joined-up approach is essential to get the right legislative and regulatory frameworks in place and ensure necessary infrastructure investment is available in a timely manner for the connection of new renewable sources of electricity generation, and development of technologies such as biogas production, and linking smart meters into smart grids. "However, electricity is not the full story. Heat and transport must also play their part. These are all areas where policy is still to be developed and new technology needs to be fostered. That is why we need a Masterplan." National Grid has developed scenario's to determine the projected energy mix required to meet Government's 2020 climate change and renewable sources targets. It is investing around £3 billion a year in its electricity and gas networks - approximately three quarters of this investment in the UK - and focusing on new technologies to enhance energy efficiency across its networks. The company is also implementing annual carbon budgets across all its operations from 1 April 2009 and aligning emissions reductions alongside customer service, reliability, safety and financial performance management. National Grid's Head of Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility, Joe Kwasnik, said; "We believe National Grid is one of the first companies in the world to align company-wide emissions with performance management. Our new interim emissions reduction target of 45 per cent by 2020 - which goes further than the European Union's potential 30% reduction commitment by 2020 - will provide a more relevant milestone for our business planning process and ensure emissions management is integrated into every aspect of our operational decision-making." For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=243 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=243 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:39:01 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) National Grid is taking an energy and climate change leadership role in the UK and calling for a national Masterplan to be developed to determine the route-map for a low-carbon economy. 00:03:31 The company is seeking greater Government, industry and consumer collaboration in order to meet the Government targets of 80 per cent emissions reduction by 2050, and 15 per cent renewable energy sources by 2020. National Grid Chief Executive, Steve Holliday, said; "Despite the challenging economic conditions, we must not take our eye off the ball in tackling climate change. This joined-up approach is essential to get the right legislative and regulatory frameworks in place and ensure necessary infrastructure investment is available in a timely manner for the connection of new renewable sources of electricity generation, and development of technologies such as biogas production, and linking smart meters into smart grids. "However, electricity is not the full story. Heat and transport must also play their part. These are all areas where policy is still to be developed and new technology needs to be fostered. That is why we need a Masterplan." National Grid has developed scenario's to determine the projected energy mix required to meet Government's 2020 climate change and renewable sources targets. It is investing around £3 billion a year in its electricity and gas networks - approximately three quarters of this investment in the UK - and focusing on new technologies to enhance energy efficiency across its networks. The company is also implementing annual carbon budgets across all its operations from 1 April 2009 and aligning emissions reductions alongside customer service, reliability, safety and financial performance management. National Grid's Head of Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility, Joe Kwasnik, said; "We believe National Grid is one of the first companies in the world to align company-wide emissions with performance management. Our new interim emissions reduction target of 45 per cent by 2020 - which goes further than the European Union's potential 30% reduction commitment by 2020 - will provide a more relevant milestone for our business planning process and ensure emissions management is integrated into every aspect of our operational decision-making." For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com no National, Grid, energy, masterplan, climate, chang National Grid Calls for UK Energy Masterplan To Meet Climate Change Challenge cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk National Grid is taking an energy and climate change leadership role in the UK and calling for a national Masterplan to be developed to determine the route-map for a low-carbon economy. National, Grid, energy, masterplan, climate, chang The company is seeking greater Government, industry and consumer collaboration in order to meet the Government targets of 80 per cent emissions reduction by 2050, and 15 per cent renewable energy sources by 2020. National Grid Chief Executive, Steve Holliday, said; "Despite the challenging economic conditions, we must not take our eye off the ball in tackling climate change. This joined-up approach is essential to get the right legislative and regulatory frameworks in place and ensure necessary infrastructure investment is available in a timely manner for the connection of new renewable sources of electricity generation, and development of technologies such as biogas production, and linking smart meters into smart grids. "However, electricity is not the full story. Heat and transport must also play their part. These are all areas where policy is still to be developed and new technology needs to be fostered. That is why we need a Masterplan." National Grid has developed scenario's to determine the projected energy mix required to meet Government's 2020 climate change and renewable sources targets. It is investing around £3 billion a year in its electricity and gas networks - approximately three quarters of this investment in the UK - and focusing on new technologies to enhance energy efficiency across its networks. The company is also implementing annual carbon budgets across all its operations from 1 April 2009 and aligning emissions reductions alongside customer service, reliability, safety and financial performance management. National Grid's Head of Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility, Joe Kwasnik, said; "We believe National Grid is one of the first companies in the world to align company-wide emissions with performance management. Our new interim emissions reduction target of 45 per cent by 2020 - which goes further than the European Union's potential 30% reduction commitment by 2020 - will provide a more relevant milestone for our business planning process and ensure emissions management is integrated into every aspect of our operational decision-making." For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com Business & Finance/Business News It seems we all get a little down at times, but there is one cheeky chappy who always manages to see the brighter side of life. Former Eastender and 'I am Celebrity...' winner Joe Swash seems to have optimism running through him - but he isn't the only cheerful person out there. A recent survey by The National Lottery, has found that we are a nation of sunny people - three quarters of us see ourselves as being generally optimistic and nearly six out of ten felt that optimism could be contagious. Joe certainly needed to keep his spirits up in the jungle as he reveals in this video. For more information visit www.national-lottery.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=242 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=242 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:32:58 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Joe Swash takes time out of his schedule to give us the low down on life since leaving jungle and how to stay optimistic 00:02:49 It seems we all get a little down at times, but there is one cheeky chappy who always manages to see the brighter side of life. Former Eastender and 'I am Celebrity...' winner Joe Swash seems to have optimism running through him - but he isn't the only cheerful person out there. A recent survey by The National Lottery, has found that we are a nation of sunny people - three quarters of us see ourselves as being generally optimistic and nearly six out of ten felt that optimism could be contagious. Joe certainly needed to keep his spirits up in the jungle as he reveals in this video. For more information visit www.national-lottery.co.uk no Joe, Swash, jungle, lottery, national, optimism, h Be a Happy Joe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Joe Swash takes time out of his schedule to give us the low down on life since leaving jungle and how to stay optimistic Joe, Swash, jungle, lottery, national, optimism, h It seems we all get a little down at times, but there is one cheeky chappy who always manages to see the brighter side of life. Former Eastender and 'I am Celebrity...' winner Joe Swash seems to have optimism running through him - but he isn't the only cheerful person out there. A recent survey by The National Lottery, has found that we are a nation of sunny people - three quarters of us see ourselves as being generally optimistic and nearly six out of ten felt that optimism could be contagious. Joe certainly needed to keep his spirits up in the jungle as he reveals in this video. For more information visit www.national-lottery.co.uk Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News Lifestyle/Astrology Winter's here, and with it comes the ideal time to get busy transforming your home into a welcoming oasis of colour and beauty to keep those winter blues at bay. In this exclusive series of videos Sarah Holland from the Flowers & Plants Association will show you how to get creative with the use of plants and flowers in your home. From your kitchen to the bathroom, Sarah will show you which plants or flowers work best, so you can brighten up every corner of your house. Sarah will be dispensing her invaluable tips on which plants work best in specific rooms. Orchids, for example, will love the steamy atmosphere in your bathroom; while Mother-In-Law's-Tongue don't mind being in a study, as they don't require too much love and attention - or water! You'll be amazed how a couple of plants or a vase of flowers can really makeover the look - and feel - of any room in your home - fast. For more information visit The Flowers and Plants Association website, a UK not for profit organisation, giving non-biased advice on plants and flowers: www.flowers.org.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=241 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=241 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:03:35 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Watch our series of video guides with Sarah Holland of the Flowers & Plants Association to see how you can transform each room in your house with flowers and plants. 00:06:32 Winter's here, and with it comes the ideal time to get busy transforming your home into a welcoming oasis of colour and beauty to keep those winter blues at bay. In this exclusive series of videos Sarah Holland from the Flowers & Plants Association will show you how to get creative with the use of plants and flowers in your home. From your kitchen to the bathroom, Sarah will show you which plants or flowers work best, so you can brighten up every corner of your house. Sarah will be dispensing her invaluable tips on which plants work best in specific rooms. Orchids, for example, will love the steamy atmosphere in your bathroom; while Mother-In-Law's-Tongue don't mind being in a study, as they don't require too much love and attention - or water! You'll be amazed how a couple of plants or a vase of flowers can really makeover the look - and feel - of any room in your home - fast. For more information visit The Flowers and Plants Association website, a UK not for profit organisation, giving non-biased advice on plants and flowers: www.flowers.org.uk no flowers, plants, beauty, nature, home, house, asso Bring the beauty of nature into your home this winter cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Watch our series of video guides with Sarah Holland of the Flowers & Plants Association to see how you can transform each room in your house with flowers and plants. flowers, plants, beauty, nature, home, house, asso Winter's here, and with it comes the ideal time to get busy transforming your home into a welcoming oasis of colour and beauty to keep those winter blues at bay. In this exclusive series of videos Sarah Holland from the Flowers & Plants Association will show you how to get creative with the use of plants and flowers in your home. From your kitchen to the bathroom, Sarah will show you which plants or flowers work best, so you can brighten up every corner of your house. Sarah will be dispensing her invaluable tips on which plants work best in specific rooms. Orchids, for example, will love the steamy atmosphere in your bathroom; while Mother-In-Law's-Tongue don't mind being in a study, as they don't require too much love and attention - or water! You'll be amazed how a couple of plants or a vase of flowers can really makeover the look - and feel - of any room in your home - fast. For more information visit The Flowers and Plants Association website, a UK not for profit organisation, giving non-biased advice on plants and flowers: www.flowers.org.uk Lifestyle/Home & Garden Are you one of the many people struggling to pay soaring energy bills this winter? Are you feeling the pinch when it comes to the rise in food costs? Faced with this double whammy, many of us are worried that, in a nutshell, it really will come down to 'heat or eat'. A new survey reveals that more than half a million householders believe they won't be able to pay their bills and don't know how they will manage this winter. According to the research by LloydsTSBcompare.com, most of us are on standby to make sacrifices on luxuries to make ends meet. Two thirds of people surveyed said they will forego new clothes with one in four planning to cancel digital TV while 30% say they will do without Christmas presents entirely! But don't worry, because help is at hand - Anneka Rice has been out on the street with some money-saving tips for the months ahead. The mum of three is most famous for facing tough challenges on TV, but now she's here to help us all to get tough with some practical advice on how to beat the challenge of winter fuel bills. For more information visit www.lloydstsbcompare.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=240 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=240 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:54:15 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Anneka Rice shows you how to save without sacrifice 00:02:35 Are you one of the many people struggling to pay soaring energy bills this winter? Are you feeling the pinch when it comes to the rise in food costs? Faced with this double whammy, many of us are worried that, in a nutshell, it really will come down to 'heat or eat'. A new survey reveals that more than half a million householders believe they won't be able to pay their bills and don't know how they will manage this winter. According to the research by LloydsTSBcompare.com, most of us are on standby to make sacrifices on luxuries to make ends meet. Two thirds of people surveyed said they will forego new clothes with one in four planning to cancel digital TV while 30% say they will do without Christmas presents entirely! But don't worry, because help is at hand - Anneka Rice has been out on the street with some money-saving tips for the months ahead. The mum of three is most famous for facing tough challenges on TV, but now she's here to help us all to get tough with some practical advice on how to beat the challenge of winter fuel bills. For more information visit www.lloydstsbcompare.com no anneka, rice, beat, bills, winter, save, savings Beat The Bills This Winter cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Anneka Rice shows you how to save without sacrifice anneka, rice, beat, bills, winter, save, savings Are you one of the many people struggling to pay soaring energy bills this winter? Are you feeling the pinch when it comes to the rise in food costs? Faced with this double whammy, many of us are worried that, in a nutshell, it really will come down to 'heat or eat'. A new survey reveals that more than half a million householders believe they won't be able to pay their bills and don't know how they will manage this winter. According to the research by LloydsTSBcompare.com, most of us are on standby to make sacrifices on luxuries to make ends meet. Two thirds of people surveyed said they will forego new clothes with one in four planning to cancel digital TV while 30% say they will do without Christmas presents entirely! But don't worry, because help is at hand - Anneka Rice has been out on the street with some money-saving tips for the months ahead. The mum of three is most famous for facing tough challenges on TV, but now she's here to help us all to get tough with some practical advice on how to beat the challenge of winter fuel bills. For more information visit www.lloydstsbcompare.com Business & Finance/Business News Lifestyle/Home & Garden For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=239 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=239 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:32:27 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Kevin Dundon cooks 'Parma Ham Wrapped Pork served on a bed of Savoy Cabbage and Roasted Peppers, topped with a Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Crisp' 00:04:50 For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ no discover, origin, parma, ham, pork, kevin, dundon Discover the Origin Recipe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Kevin Dundon cooks 'Parma Ham Wrapped Pork served on a bed of Savoy Cabbage and Roasted Peppers, topped with a Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Crisp' discover, origin, parma, ham, pork, kevin, dundon For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ Lifestyle/Food & Drink For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=238 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=238 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:29:55 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Peter Gordon cooks 'Spiced Pear Tatin with Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese Puff Pastry' 00:06:43 For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ no peter, gordon, discover, origin, spiced, pear, tat Discover the Origin Recipe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Peter Gordon cooks 'Spiced Pear Tatin with Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese Puff Pastry' peter, gordon, discover, origin, spiced, pear, tat For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ Lifestyle/Food & Drink For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=237 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=237 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:26:10 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Ed Baines cooks 'Porcini Mushroom and Parma Ham Risotto with Peas and Rocket, scattered with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shavings' 00:05:27 For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ no ed, baines, discover, the, origin, porcini, mushro Discover the Origin Recipe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Ed Baines cooks 'Porcini Mushroom and Parma Ham Risotto with Peas and Rocket, scattered with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shavings' ed, baines, discover, the, origin, porcini, mushro For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ Lifestyle/Food & Drink For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=236 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=236 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:03:20 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Katie Caldesi cooks 'Pasta al Forno - Neapolitan baked pasta' 00:04:53 For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ no pasta, al, forno, neapolitan, baked, katie, caldes Discover the Origin Recipe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Katie Caldesi cooks 'Pasta al Forno - Neapolitan baked pasta' pasta, al, forno, neapolitan, baked, katie, caldes For years we were looked down on by our European peers when it came to our interest in food - or lack of it. But that's all changed and we are now a nation of foodies. The plethora of cookery books, acres of press coverage and TV programmes devoted to food and wine are all testament to this. Sometimes, though, such a wide choice can be bewildering and this can result in consumers making disappointing and poor quality choices. This is when it can be helpful to have some guidance as to the source and quality of a product. Discover the Origin has come to the rescue with four delicious recipes and wine matching ideas for you to bring the best of European cuisine in to your home. The five products used are guaranteed of their provenance and quality: the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Parma Ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, AOC for Burgundy wines and DOC for Port and Douro Valley wines. If you see these labels on any food or drinks, you can rest assured that you will be rewarded with excellent quality. The products are affordable luxuries which can be enjoyed in the confines of your own home, providing good, nutritious dishes, yet still seeming a little bit special. Check out the 'Discover the Origin' vodcasts, presented by celebrity chefs who are supporting the campaign, to give you more inspiration in the kitchen. For more information go to http://www.discovertheorigin.co.uk/ Lifestyle/Food & Drink Are You Covered For Cancer Costs? One in four cancer patients have difficulty keeping up with everyday payments. Learn how to keep your family financially safe in our video above. We all worry about our health to a certain degree, but when it comes to more serious issues such as cancer it's still easy to take an 'out-of-sight, out-of-mind' approach. While many of us will know a female friend or family member who has been affected by the disease, we may still think it will never happen to us. Yet over 45,000 women across the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, that's more than 100 British women being diagnosed on a daily basis, and three quarters of women affected are under 70 years of age.* High profile celebrity cancer patients have helped increase public awareness in women's cancer. This combined with the positive changes to the way such issues are now talked about in society, and improvements in technology has lead to earlier diagnosis, meaning more women are able to successfully fight the disease. Breast cancer survival rates in particular have improved dramatically over the last 20 years - 8 out of 10* of us would survive if we were diagnosed today. Yet any one of us could be struck down with cancer at any time - contrary to popular belief, the disease does not just affect those with a family history or poor lifestyle. And it's not just the health and emotional demands we need to think about, but the financial implications as well. Many of us are unaware of the financial consequences a cancer diagnosis would have on our lives and family. With having to take time off work, many patients find themselves without enough money to cover the things we take for granted in good health, such as paying for bills or childcare costs. According to Macmillan Cancer Support, one in four cancer patients admit having difficulty keeping up with payments whilst fighting the disease - with many suffering real financial hardship. It's a stress we could all do without at a time when we should be concentrating on getting better. For expert information on the risk and causes of female specific cancers, and how to insure you have the financial help you and your family need should you be diagnosed with cancer, watch the video. * Cancer Research UK For more information, visit www.aigdirect.co.uk/health/products/wellwoman/?DCMP=WellWoman_HowtoTV http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=235 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=235 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:38:07 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Are You Covered For Cancer Costs? One in four cancer patients have difficulty keeping up with everyday payments. Learn how to keep your family financially safe in our video. 00:06:10 Are You Covered For Cancer Costs? One in four cancer patients have difficulty keeping up with everyday payments. Learn how to keep your family financially safe in our video above. We all worry about our health to a certain degree, but when it comes to more serious issues such as cancer it's still easy to take an 'out-of-sight, out-of-mind' approach. While many of us will know a female friend or family member who has been affected by the disease, we may still think it will never happen to us. Yet over 45,000 women across the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, that's more than 100 British women being diagnosed on a daily basis, and three quarters of women affected are under 70 years of age.* High profile celebrity cancer patients have helped increase public awareness in women's cancer. This combined with the positive changes to the way such issues are now talked about in society, and improvements in technology has lead to earlier diagnosis, meaning more women are able to successfully fight the disease. Breast cancer survival rates in particular have improved dramatically over the last 20 years - 8 out of 10* of us would survive if we were diagnosed today. Yet any one of us could be struck down with cancer at any time - contrary to popular belief, the disease does not just affect those with a family history or poor lifestyle. And it's not just the health and emotional demands we need to think about, but the financial implications as well. Many of us are unaware of the financial consequences a cancer diagnosis would have on our lives and family. With having to take time off work, many patients find themselves without enough money to cover the things we take for granted in good health, such as paying for bills or childcare costs. According to Macmillan Cancer Support, one in four cancer patients admit having difficulty keeping up with payments whilst fighting the disease - with many suffering real financial hardship. It's a stress we could all do without at a time when we should be concentrating on getting better. For expert information on the risk and causes of female specific cancers, and how to insure you have the financial help you and your family need should you be diagnosed with cancer, watch the video. * Cancer Research UK For more information, visit www.aigdirect.co.uk/health/products/wellwoman/?DCMP=WellWoman_HowtoTV no aig, cancer, cost, cost, patient, finance, cancer Be financially prepared for female cancers cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Are You Covered For Cancer Costs? One in four cancer patients have difficulty keeping up with everyday payments. Learn how to keep your family financially safe in our video. aig, cancer, cost, cost, patient, finance, cancer Are You Covered For Cancer Costs? One in four cancer patients have difficulty keeping up with everyday payments. Learn how to keep your family financially safe in our video above. We all worry about our health to a certain degree, but when it comes to more serious issues such as cancer it's still easy to take an 'out-of-sight, out-of-mind' approach. While many of us will know a female friend or family member who has been affected by the disease, we may still think it will never happen to us. Yet over 45,000 women across the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, that's more than 100 British women being diagnosed on a daily basis, and three quarters of women affected are under 70 years of age.* High profile celebrity cancer patients have helped increase public awareness in women's cancer. This combined with the positive changes to the way such issues are now talked about in society, and improvements in technology has lead to earlier diagnosis, meaning more women are able to successfully fight the disease. Breast cancer survival rates in particular have improved dramatically over the last 20 years - 8 out of 10* of us would survive if we were diagnosed today. Yet any one of us could be struck down with cancer at any time - contrary to popular belief, the disease does not just affect those with a family history or poor lifestyle. And it's not just the health and emotional demands we need to think about, but the financial implications as well. Many of us are unaware of the financial consequences a cancer diagnosis would have on our lives and family. With having to take time off work, many patients find themselves without enough money to cover the things we take for granted in good health, such as paying for bills or childcare costs. According to Macmillan Cancer Support, one in four cancer patients admit having difficulty keeping up with payments whilst fighting the disease - with many suffering real financial hardship. It's a stress we could all do without at a time when we should be concentrating on getting better. For expert information on the risk and causes of female specific cancers, and how to insure you have the financial help you and your family need should you be diagnosed with cancer, watch the video. * Cancer Research UK For more information, visit www.aigdirect.co.uk/health/products/wellwoman/?DCMP=WellWoman_HowtoTV Lifestyle/Health Whether you're considering early retirement or you've simply had enough of gloomy Britain, now is a fantastic time to consider buying a property abroad. Despite the slump in the UK housing market, property prices overseas are still offering better value to potential buyers. But before you make your great escape, there are crucial details that need to be properly addressed, from managing finances to choosing the ideal location. Dependable advice and good budgeting in advance can make the world of difference to the success of your move. A recent poll of readers of A Place In The Sun magazine reveals the current top five international property hotspots for UK buyers. Its popularity among UK buyers resolutely undiminished after more than 30 years, Spain tops the list. Hot on its heels are France, Portugal, Cyprus and Turkey. Whether you're still undecided about taking the plunge or feel you need some extra help with planning your escape to sunnier climes, a visit to A Place in the Sun Live will equip you with the tools and advice you need to make an informed decision, and to ensure that your new life is happy and fulfilling from the start. To get you in the right frame of mind listen to our top tips for buying abroad with Jonnie Irwin and Jasmine Harman. For more information visit: www.aplaceinthesun.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=234 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=234 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:35:50 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Whether you're considering early retirement or you've simply had enough of gloomy Britain, now is a fantastic time to consider buying a property abroad. 00:02:48 Whether you're considering early retirement or you've simply had enough of gloomy Britain, now is a fantastic time to consider buying a property abroad. Despite the slump in the UK housing market, property prices overseas are still offering better value to potential buyers. But before you make your great escape, there are crucial details that need to be properly addressed, from managing finances to choosing the ideal location. Dependable advice and good budgeting in advance can make the world of difference to the success of your move. A recent poll of readers of A Place In The Sun magazine reveals the current top five international property hotspots for UK buyers. Its popularity among UK buyers resolutely undiminished after more than 30 years, Spain tops the list. Hot on its heels are France, Portugal, Cyprus and Turkey. Whether you're still undecided about taking the plunge or feel you need some extra help with planning your escape to sunnier climes, a visit to A Place in the Sun Live will equip you with the tools and advice you need to make an informed decision, and to ensure that your new life is happy and fulfilling from the start. To get you in the right frame of mind listen to our top tips for buying abroad with Jonnie Irwin and Jasmine Harman. For more information visit: www.aplaceinthesun.com no great, escape, place, in, the sun, auido, podcast, The Great Escape cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Whether you're considering early retirement or you've simply had enough of gloomy Britain, now is a fantastic time to consider buying a property abroad. great, escape, place, in, the sun, auido, podcast, Whether you're considering early retirement or you've simply had enough of gloomy Britain, now is a fantastic time to consider buying a property abroad. Despite the slump in the UK housing market, property prices overseas are still offering better value to potential buyers. But before you make your great escape, there are crucial details that need to be properly addressed, from managing finances to choosing the ideal location. Dependable advice and good budgeting in advance can make the world of difference to the success of your move. A recent poll of readers of A Place In The Sun magazine reveals the current top five international property hotspots for UK buyers. Its popularity among UK buyers resolutely undiminished after more than 30 years, Spain tops the list. Hot on its heels are France, Portugal, Cyprus and Turkey. Whether you're still undecided about taking the plunge or feel you need some extra help with planning your escape to sunnier climes, a visit to A Place in the Sun Live will equip you with the tools and advice you need to make an informed decision, and to ensure that your new life is happy and fulfilling from the start. To get you in the right frame of mind listen to our top tips for buying abroad with Jonnie Irwin and Jasmine Harman. For more information visit: www.aplaceinthesun.com Leisure & Travel/ Are you one of those people who love the idea of homemade food but find the concept a little daunting? Well don't be scared! Homemade food doesn't have to be a chore to taste delicious. Lasagne has always been a firm family favourite as it is homely, hearty and delicious and by following three easy steps in our video, you will see that it is actually a really simple dish that you can impress your friends and family with. And you don't just have to stick to traditional beef lasagne. We can show you, thanks to Dolmio, some new recipe suggestions to tempt your taste buds. Why not be a little bit more adventurous and include seafood in your filling? Prawns and smoked haddock go beautifully with a white sauce. And if that doesn't tickle your fancy, why not try a vegetarian option - mushrooms, carrots, aubergine or broccoli combine to make a delicious roasted winter vegetable variation. For more information and recipe inspiration visit www.dolmio.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=233 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=233 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 17:05:28 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Follow 3 easy steps to culinary delight 00:03:40 Are you one of those people who love the idea of homemade food but find the concept a little daunting? Well don't be scared! Homemade food doesn't have to be a chore to taste delicious. Lasagne has always been a firm family favourite as it is homely, hearty and delicious and by following three easy steps in our video, you will see that it is actually a really simple dish that you can impress your friends and family with. And you don't just have to stick to traditional beef lasagne. We can show you, thanks to Dolmio, some new recipe suggestions to tempt your taste buds. Why not be a little bit more adventurous and include seafood in your filling? Prawns and smoked haddock go beautifully with a white sauce. And if that doesn't tickle your fancy, why not try a vegetarian option - mushrooms, carrots, aubergine or broccoli combine to make a delicious roasted winter vegetable variation. For more information and recipe inspiration visit www.dolmio.co.uk no dolmio, lasagne, perfect, culinary How to make the perfect lasagne cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Follow 3 easy steps to culinary delight dolmio, lasagne, perfect, culinary Are you one of those people who love the idea of homemade food but find the concept a little daunting? Well don't be scared! Homemade food doesn't have to be a chore to taste delicious. Lasagne has always been a firm family favourite as it is homely, hearty and delicious and by following three easy steps in our video, you will see that it is actually a really simple dish that you can impress your friends and family with. And you don't just have to stick to traditional beef lasagne. We can show you, thanks to Dolmio, some new recipe suggestions to tempt your taste buds. Why not be a little bit more adventurous and include seafood in your filling? Prawns and smoked haddock go beautifully with a white sauce. And if that doesn't tickle your fancy, why not try a vegetarian option - mushrooms, carrots, aubergine or broccoli combine to make a delicious roasted winter vegetable variation. For more information and recipe inspiration visit www.dolmio.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Spring is on its way and with it, the chance to shake off the cobwebs by throwing a celebrity inspired party for your family and friends. But as every hostess worth her canapés is aware, without adequate preparation a spirits-boosting bash can easily turn into a headache for you and a flop for your guests. Creating the right atmosphere, getting the most out of your budget, deciding on the perfect mix of guests and making sure any children in attendance are well catered for can make for a stressful experience. However, this need not be the case - in this video feature brought to you by MySims Party, we show just how just a little organisation, creativity and careful shopping can make your guests feel like Posh and Becks at an A-list bash. One man who knows all about parties is Peregrine Armstrong-Jones. Peregrine has organised major events for the likes of the aforementioned Posh & Becks and Elizabeth Hurley, not to mention staging the wedding of legendary party monsters Elton John and David Furnish. Who better to guide you through the party planning minefield? If you're inviting people from a wide age range, how do you make sure none of them feel left out or overwhelmed? What kind of mood do you want to create? How many people should you invite? How do you ensure everyone of every age is catered for? Is it a good idea to lay on a medieval banquet or is a less-is-more approach advisable when it comes to the food? For the answers to all the above questions and killer tips on how to sprinkle that extra little touch of glamour over the proceedings, press play and let our presenter and us show you how. MySims Party is available on the Nintendo Wii and DS from 13th march. For more information visit www.mysimsparty.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=232 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=232 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:48:17 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Planning a great party can seem daunting but here are some easy tips to make guests feel like A-listers 00:02:59 Spring is on its way and with it, the chance to shake off the cobwebs by throwing a celebrity inspired party for your family and friends. But as every hostess worth her canapés is aware, without adequate preparation a spirits-boosting bash can easily turn into a headache for you and a flop for your guests. Creating the right atmosphere, getting the most out of your budget, deciding on the perfect mix of guests and making sure any children in attendance are well catered for can make for a stressful experience. However, this need not be the case - in this video feature brought to you by MySims Party, we show just how just a little organisation, creativity and careful shopping can make your guests feel like Posh and Becks at an A-list bash. One man who knows all about parties is Peregrine Armstrong-Jones. Peregrine has organised major events for the likes of the aforementioned Posh & Becks and Elizabeth Hurley, not to mention staging the wedding of legendary party monsters Elton John and David Furnish. Who better to guide you through the party planning minefield? If you're inviting people from a wide age range, how do you make sure none of them feel left out or overwhelmed? What kind of mood do you want to create? How many people should you invite? How do you ensure everyone of every age is catered for? Is it a good idea to lay on a medieval banquet or is a less-is-more approach advisable when it comes to the food? For the answers to all the above questions and killer tips on how to sprinkle that extra little touch of glamour over the proceedings, press play and let our presenter and us show you how. MySims Party is available on the Nintendo Wii and DS from 13th march. For more information visit www.mysimsparty.com no party, planner, MySims, sims, my, partie, Wii, Nin Be your own party planner cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Planning a great party can seem daunting but here are some easy tips to make guests feel like A-listers party, planner, MySims, sims, my, partie, Wii, Nin Spring is on its way and with it, the chance to shake off the cobwebs by throwing a celebrity inspired party for your family and friends. But as every hostess worth her canapés is aware, without adequate preparation a spirits-boosting bash can easily turn into a headache for you and a flop for your guests. Creating the right atmosphere, getting the most out of your budget, deciding on the perfect mix of guests and making sure any children in attendance are well catered for can make for a stressful experience. However, this need not be the case - in this video feature brought to you by MySims Party, we show just how just a little organisation, creativity and careful shopping can make your guests feel like Posh and Becks at an A-list bash. One man who knows all about parties is Peregrine Armstrong-Jones. Peregrine has organised major events for the likes of the aforementioned Posh & Becks and Elizabeth Hurley, not to mention staging the wedding of legendary party monsters Elton John and David Furnish. Who better to guide you through the party planning minefield? If you're inviting people from a wide age range, how do you make sure none of them feel left out or overwhelmed? What kind of mood do you want to create? How many people should you invite? How do you ensure everyone of every age is catered for? Is it a good idea to lay on a medieval banquet or is a less-is-more approach advisable when it comes to the food? For the answers to all the above questions and killer tips on how to sprinkle that extra little touch of glamour over the proceedings, press play and let our presenter and us show you how. MySims Party is available on the Nintendo Wii and DS from 13th march. For more information visit www.mysimsparty.com Entertainment & Arts/Video Games Lifestyle/Home & Garden Leisure & Travel/ After coming runner-up on the X-Factor in 2006 - it's fair to say that Ray Quinn has become somewhat of a national celebrity. With a number one album of Rat Pack covers, a national solo tour, and a West End debut, the 20 year-old Scouser has recently added 'skating star' to his list of accolades after being crowed champion of this year's Dancing On Ice. Not content with being a champion on dry land, the 'Lord of The Rink' recently swapped his skates for a pair of flippers as he went swimming with other rays in a bid to encourage families to get closer to sea life. The Dancing On Ice star launched a new pirate-themed aquarium Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at the Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire. The aquarium, which features a walk-through 10m-ocean tank tunnel, boasts over 300 spectacular species of fish, including sharks, rays, nemos and seahorses. Featuring the UK's only tropical interactive pool, families are able to get touchy feely with the underwater life. We caught up with Ray to tell us all the gossip on becoming a skating star as the Dancing On Ice tour takes to the road... For more information about Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at Alton Towers Resort, please visit www.altontowers.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=231 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=231 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:38:33 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Dancing On Ice winner Ray Quinn urges families to get touchy feely with fish 00:02:44 After coming runner-up on the X-Factor in 2006 - it's fair to say that Ray Quinn has become somewhat of a national celebrity. With a number one album of Rat Pack covers, a national solo tour, and a West End debut, the 20 year-old Scouser has recently added 'skating star' to his list of accolades after being crowed champion of this year's Dancing On Ice. Not content with being a champion on dry land, the 'Lord of The Rink' recently swapped his skates for a pair of flippers as he went swimming with other rays in a bid to encourage families to get closer to sea life. The Dancing On Ice star launched a new pirate-themed aquarium Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at the Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire. The aquarium, which features a walk-through 10m-ocean tank tunnel, boasts over 300 spectacular species of fish, including sharks, rays, nemos and seahorses. Featuring the UK's only tropical interactive pool, families are able to get touchy feely with the underwater life. We caught up with Ray to tell us all the gossip on becoming a skating star as the Dancing On Ice tour takes to the road... For more information about Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at Alton Towers Resort, please visit www.altontowers.com no ray, quinn, alton, towers, dancing, on, ice, seali Lord of The Rink Goes Underwater cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Dancing On Ice winner Ray Quinn urges families to get touchy feely with fish ray, quinn, alton, towers, dancing, on, ice, seali After coming runner-up on the X-Factor in 2006 - it's fair to say that Ray Quinn has become somewhat of a national celebrity. With a number one album of Rat Pack covers, a national solo tour, and a West End debut, the 20 year-old Scouser has recently added 'skating star' to his list of accolades after being crowed champion of this year's Dancing On Ice. Not content with being a champion on dry land, the 'Lord of The Rink' recently swapped his skates for a pair of flippers as he went swimming with other rays in a bid to encourage families to get closer to sea life. The Dancing On Ice star launched a new pirate-themed aquarium Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at the Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire. The aquarium, which features a walk-through 10m-ocean tank tunnel, boasts over 300 spectacular species of fish, including sharks, rays, nemos and seahorses. Featuring the UK's only tropical interactive pool, families are able to get touchy feely with the underwater life. We caught up with Ray to tell us all the gossip on becoming a skating star as the Dancing On Ice tour takes to the road... For more information about Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE at Alton Towers Resort, please visit www.altontowers.com Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News Entertainment & Arts/TV Leisure & Travel/ Common household dust mites may be a factor in as many as 80% of asthmas, hay fevers and other allergic ailments, according to Allergy UK. The tiny bugs infest our beds, with the average bed hosting between 10 thousand and 10 million dust mites. Their highly allergenic droppings can cause us untold problems – particularly as a trigger for asthma. Yet of the 20 million people in the UK who suffer from allergies or asthma – a third of the population – many are completely unaware that dust mites are a contributing factor. Just half a millimetre in length and creamy white in colour, individual dust mites are hard to see but are so prolific that they and their waste can account for as much as 10% of a two-year old pillow. New research by You Gov for HoMedics shows that one in four people change their pillows every two years. On discovering the uncomfortable truth about dust mites, nearly half of the people surveyed resolved to change how frequently they change their pillows. Dust mites and their waste can double the weight of a mattress over a ten-year period – not exactly comforting news for the one in ten of us who have indeed used the same mattress for a decade. Dust mites don't like being too cold or too hot, and they love humid conditions. With this in mind, there are many simple steps we can take to evict them from their comfort zone during the annual Spring clean. Simply leaving windows open for extended periods and vacuuming regularly can make a significant difference, as can changing over to specific types of bedding and flooring materials that dust mites can’t settle in. You should always use a mattress protector that offers complete four way protection against dust mites and their waste, as well as bacteria, fluids and stains. Dust mites are more than just creepy and unpleasant – they are harmful to our wellbeing and that of our children, four in ten of whom suffer from allergies. Clearly, it’s time to flush out these horrible little stowaways once and for all. Click the link below for the facts about dust mites, and about how you can make sure that the only creature that gets to snuggle down in your mattress from now on is you. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=228 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=228 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:26:44 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The average UK bed hosts between 10 thousand and 10 million dust mites and their waste 00:01:22 Common household dust mites may be a factor in as many as 80% of asthmas, hay fevers and other allergic ailments, according to Allergy UK. The tiny bugs infest our beds, with the average bed hosting between 10 thousand and 10 million dust mites. Their highly allergenic droppings can cause us untold problems – particularly as a trigger for asthma. Yet of the 20 million people in the UK who suffer from allergies or asthma – a third of the population – many are completely unaware that dust mites are a contributing factor. Just half a millimetre in length and creamy white in colour, individual dust mites are hard to see but are so prolific that they and their waste can account for as much as 10% of a two-year old pillow. New research by You Gov for HoMedics shows that one in four people change their pillows every two years. On discovering the uncomfortable truth about dust mites, nearly half of the people surveyed resolved to change how frequently they change their pillows. Dust mites and their waste can double the weight of a mattress over a ten-year period – not exactly comforting news for the one in ten of us who have indeed used the same mattress for a decade. Dust mites don't like being too cold or too hot, and they love humid conditions. With this in mind, there are many simple steps we can take to evict them from their comfort zone during the annual Spring clean. Simply leaving windows open for extended periods and vacuuming regularly can make a significant difference, as can changing over to specific types of bedding and flooring materials that dust mites can’t settle in. You should always use a mattress protector that offers complete four way protection against dust mites and their waste, as well as bacteria, fluids and stains. Dust mites are more than just creepy and unpleasant – they are harmful to our wellbeing and that of our children, four in ten of whom suffer from allergies. Clearly, it’s time to flush out these horrible little stowaways once and for all. Click the link below for the facts about dust mites, and about how you can make sure that the only creature that gets to snuggle down in your mattress from now on is you. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com no dust, mites, allergy, allergies, homedics 80% Of Allergies Linked To Household Dust Mites cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The average UK bed hosts between 10 thousand and 10 million dust mites and their waste dust, mites, allergy, allergies, homedics Common household dust mites may be a factor in as many as 80% of asthmas, hay fevers and other allergic ailments, according to Allergy UK. The tiny bugs infest our beds, with the average bed hosting between 10 thousand and 10 million dust mites. Their highly allergenic droppings can cause us untold problems – particularly as a trigger for asthma. Yet of the 20 million people in the UK who suffer from allergies or asthma – a third of the population – many are completely unaware that dust mites are a contributing factor. Just half a millimetre in length and creamy white in colour, individual dust mites are hard to see but are so prolific that they and their waste can account for as much as 10% of a two-year old pillow. New research by You Gov for HoMedics shows that one in four people change their pillows every two years. On discovering the uncomfortable truth about dust mites, nearly half of the people surveyed resolved to change how frequently they change their pillows. Dust mites and their waste can double the weight of a mattress over a ten-year period – not exactly comforting news for the one in ten of us who have indeed used the same mattress for a decade. Dust mites don't like being too cold or too hot, and they love humid conditions. With this in mind, there are many simple steps we can take to evict them from their comfort zone during the annual Spring clean. Simply leaving windows open for extended periods and vacuuming regularly can make a significant difference, as can changing over to specific types of bedding and flooring materials that dust mites can’t settle in. You should always use a mattress protector that offers complete four way protection against dust mites and their waste, as well as bacteria, fluids and stains. Dust mites are more than just creepy and unpleasant – they are harmful to our wellbeing and that of our children, four in ten of whom suffer from allergies. Clearly, it’s time to flush out these horrible little stowaways once and for all. Click the link below for the facts about dust mites, and about how you can make sure that the only creature that gets to snuggle down in your mattress from now on is you. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com Science/Natural Science Lifestyle/Home & Garden Lifestyle/Health After winning Britain's Got Talent last May, it's fair to say that George Sampson has become somewhat of a national celebrity. Since dancing his way to the top of TV's biggest talent show and winning a prestigious slot on the Royal Variety Performance, he's also starred in a hit West End musical, had a top 30 single, and released his own dance DVD. It's no surprise the 15-year-old is these days constantly surrounded by a screaming female fanbase. And now the street dance star has pulled off his best move yet. George will be hosting Alton Towers' Family Dance Weekend on the 7th and 14th March - with the aim of sparking a dance craze amongst parents and children across the nation. We caught up with George to check out his coolest moves and hear all the goss on his new celebrity lifestyle - including partying with Paris Hilton! As part of a series of family-themed weekends, George Sampson will be holding street dance workshops at the Alton Towers Resort on the 7th March 2009 and 14th March 2009. Bookings must be made in advance, for more information visit: www.altontowers.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=227 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=227 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:52:55 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Britain's Got Talent winner urges families to get dancing... 00:02:48 After winning Britain's Got Talent last May, it's fair to say that George Sampson has become somewhat of a national celebrity. Since dancing his way to the top of TV's biggest talent show and winning a prestigious slot on the Royal Variety Performance, he's also starred in a hit West End musical, had a top 30 single, and released his own dance DVD. It's no surprise the 15-year-old is these days constantly surrounded by a screaming female fanbase. And now the street dance star has pulled off his best move yet. George will be hosting Alton Towers' Family Dance Weekend on the 7th and 14th March - with the aim of sparking a dance craze amongst parents and children across the nation. We caught up with George to check out his coolest moves and hear all the goss on his new celebrity lifestyle - including partying with Paris Hilton! As part of a series of family-themed weekends, George Sampson will be holding street dance workshops at the Alton Towers Resort on the 7th March 2009 and 14th March 2009. Bookings must be made in advance, for more information visit: www.altontowers.com no George Sampson dancing alton towers britain's got George Sampson Pulls Off His Best Move Yet cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Britain's Got Talent winner urges families to get dancing... George Sampson dancing alton towers britain's got After winning Britain's Got Talent last May, it's fair to say that George Sampson has become somewhat of a national celebrity. Since dancing his way to the top of TV's biggest talent show and winning a prestigious slot on the Royal Variety Performance, he's also starred in a hit West End musical, had a top 30 single, and released his own dance DVD. It's no surprise the 15-year-old is these days constantly surrounded by a screaming female fanbase. And now the street dance star has pulled off his best move yet. George will be hosting Alton Towers' Family Dance Weekend on the 7th and 14th March - with the aim of sparking a dance craze amongst parents and children across the nation. We caught up with George to check out his coolest moves and hear all the goss on his new celebrity lifestyle - including partying with Paris Hilton! As part of a series of family-themed weekends, George Sampson will be holding street dance workshops at the Alton Towers Resort on the 7th March 2009 and 14th March 2009. Bookings must be made in advance, for more information visit: www.altontowers.com Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News Entertainment & Arts/Theatre Entertainment & Arts/TV Winter was tough, and that's before you add the worst weather in years. England and Wales had the coldest winter since 1995 and Scotland and Northern Ireland the coldest since 2000. Seasonal Affective Disorder has become the defining syndrome for a generation. The need to keep our happiness and energy levels at a premium has never been so pressing, yet it's becoming increasingly hard to achieve, especially when the last few summers have let us down. So it's no wonder the smiles have returned to people's faces as sunshine has started to hit the UK. New research by Thomson reveals that seven in ten people say that sunshine strongly affects their mood, and over a quarter acknowledge that it at least helps. Three quarters say it increases their level of happiness, and 14% say it reignites motivation. Over 9 in 10 of us think that sunshine is the best antidote to stress. But, as Met Office figures bear out, we just aren't getting as much sun during the summertime as we used to. Small wonder that annual overseas holidays, once seen merely as enjoyable breaks, are now deemed absolutely essential by the 9 in 10 people who say that sunny weather is crucial to their choice of destination. But how exactly is sunshine able to exert such tremendous power over us? Robert Mighall - aka, Dr Sunshine - has travelled the world in search of the answer to that question. Log on here next week to listen to his Sunshine podcast so you too can follow the sunshine this year. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=226 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=226 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 10:25:04 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Let The Sun Shine In 00:02:59 Winter was tough, and that's before you add the worst weather in years. England and Wales had the coldest winter since 1995 and Scotland and Northern Ireland the coldest since 2000. Seasonal Affective Disorder has become the defining syndrome for a generation. The need to keep our happiness and energy levels at a premium has never been so pressing, yet it's becoming increasingly hard to achieve, especially when the last few summers have let us down. So it's no wonder the smiles have returned to people's faces as sunshine has started to hit the UK. New research by Thomson reveals that seven in ten people say that sunshine strongly affects their mood, and over a quarter acknowledge that it at least helps. Three quarters say it increases their level of happiness, and 14% say it reignites motivation. Over 9 in 10 of us think that sunshine is the best antidote to stress. But, as Met Office figures bear out, we just aren't getting as much sun during the summertime as we used to. Small wonder that annual overseas holidays, once seen merely as enjoyable breaks, are now deemed absolutely essential by the 9 in 10 people who say that sunny weather is crucial to their choice of destination. But how exactly is sunshine able to exert such tremendous power over us? Robert Mighall - aka, Dr Sunshine - has travelled the world in search of the answer to that question. Log on here next week to listen to his Sunshine podcast so you too can follow the sunshine this year. no Sunshine Let The Sun Shine In cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Let The Sun Shine In Sunshine Winter was tough, and that's before you add the worst weather in years. England and Wales had the coldest winter since 1995 and Scotland and Northern Ireland the coldest since 2000. Seasonal Affective Disorder has become the defining syndrome for a generation. The need to keep our happiness and energy levels at a premium has never been so pressing, yet it's becoming increasingly hard to achieve, especially when the last few summers have let us down. So it's no wonder the smiles have returned to people's faces as sunshine has started to hit the UK. New research by Thomson reveals that seven in ten people say that sunshine strongly affects their mood, and over a quarter acknowledge that it at least helps. Three quarters say it increases their level of happiness, and 14% say it reignites motivation. Over 9 in 10 of us think that sunshine is the best antidote to stress. But, as Met Office figures bear out, we just aren't getting as much sun during the summertime as we used to. Small wonder that annual overseas holidays, once seen merely as enjoyable breaks, are now deemed absolutely essential by the 9 in 10 people who say that sunny weather is crucial to their choice of destination. But how exactly is sunshine able to exert such tremendous power over us? Robert Mighall - aka, Dr Sunshine - has travelled the world in search of the answer to that question. Log on here next week to listen to his Sunshine podcast so you too can follow the sunshine this year. News & Media/Weather To the surprise of mums and dads everywhere, new survey results reveal that children are looking for an action-packed holiday outdoors this summer - so their parents should put aside any notion of putting their feet up. The poll commissioned by European camping holiday operator Eurocamp questioned 1179 children from all over the UK to find out what they are looking for in their forthcoming holiday for 2009. According to the survey, top on the list of holiday priorities among children aged 6 to 9 was 'Playing Outside'. 'Good beach and sea', 'exploring the local area', 'lots to do nearby' and 'good swimming pool' were also amongst the kids' favourites - completely at odds with their parents' top two choices of 'escaping everyday routine of home' and 'good food and drink'. While today's children are increasingly deprived of the freedom to play outside by worried parents and a lack of public leisure areas - the survey shows that this generation now looks to their holiday to give them the independence and adventure they crave at home. So how do you choose a holiday that's best suited to you and your kids' needs? The answers to this question is revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast hosted by family travel expert and author, Emma Mahony and her 3 young children Humphrey, Michael and Millie. For more information visit www.eurocamp.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=225 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=225 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:33:58 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) eurocamp 00:11:46 To the surprise of mums and dads everywhere, new survey results reveal that children are looking for an action-packed holiday outdoors this summer - so their parents should put aside any notion of putting their feet up. The poll commissioned by European camping holiday operator Eurocamp questioned 1179 children from all over the UK to find out what they are looking for in their forthcoming holiday for 2009. According to the survey, top on the list of holiday priorities among children aged 6 to 9 was 'Playing Outside'. 'Good beach and sea', 'exploring the local area', 'lots to do nearby' and 'good swimming pool' were also amongst the kids' favourites - completely at odds with their parents' top two choices of 'escaping everyday routine of home' and 'good food and drink'. While today's children are increasingly deprived of the freedom to play outside by worried parents and a lack of public leisure areas - the survey shows that this generation now looks to their holiday to give them the independence and adventure they crave at home. So how do you choose a holiday that's best suited to you and your kids' needs? The answers to this question is revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast hosted by family travel expert and author, Emma Mahony and her 3 young children Humphrey, Michael and Millie. For more information visit www.eurocamp.co.uk no kids COTTON WOOL KIDS ANSWER BACK TO PARENTS cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk eurocamp kids To the surprise of mums and dads everywhere, new survey results reveal that children are looking for an action-packed holiday outdoors this summer - so their parents should put aside any notion of putting their feet up. The poll commissioned by European camping holiday operator Eurocamp questioned 1179 children from all over the UK to find out what they are looking for in their forthcoming holiday for 2009. According to the survey, top on the list of holiday priorities among children aged 6 to 9 was 'Playing Outside'. 'Good beach and sea', 'exploring the local area', 'lots to do nearby' and 'good swimming pool' were also amongst the kids' favourites - completely at odds with their parents' top two choices of 'escaping everyday routine of home' and 'good food and drink'. While today's children are increasingly deprived of the freedom to play outside by worried parents and a lack of public leisure areas - the survey shows that this generation now looks to their holiday to give them the independence and adventure they crave at home. So how do you choose a holiday that's best suited to you and your kids' needs? The answers to this question is revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast hosted by family travel expert and author, Emma Mahony and her 3 young children Humphrey, Michael and Millie. For more information visit www.eurocamp.co.uk Leisure & Travel/ Do you find yourself keeping generic gifts in the cupboard for use in emergencies? Well you are certainly not alone! According to a new survey by 3V Visa Internet Shopping Gift Cards, four in ten of us have the foresight to keep presents in reserve for when they've forgotten an occasion or need a gift at short notice. A third of people say they look out all year round for hints about what presents they can buy for people. But while these reserve gifts may save the giver some embarrassment - they may not always go down so well with the receiver. Just under half of us admit to recycling unwanted gifts and 20% of us have sold unwanted gifts to gain some of their monetary value. While most of us would love to be given a wish list from our nearest and dearest to help us with present choices, we don't always get one. The obvious solution if we really get stuck is to buy the omni-purpose gift of gift cards - that way we're assured the receiver can get something they really want. With a whopping 64% of us intending to avoid crowded shops and freezing temperatures by shopping on the internet during the festive and New Year sales - online gift cards are proving an increasingly popular present choice this season. For more information visit www.3Vgiftcards.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=224 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=224 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:49:15 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Savvy Brits keep gifts in 'reserve' 00:03:17 Do you find yourself keeping generic gifts in the cupboard for use in emergencies? Well you are certainly not alone! According to a new survey by 3V Visa Internet Shopping Gift Cards, four in ten of us have the foresight to keep presents in reserve for when they've forgotten an occasion or need a gift at short notice. A third of people say they look out all year round for hints about what presents they can buy for people. But while these reserve gifts may save the giver some embarrassment - they may not always go down so well with the receiver. Just under half of us admit to recycling unwanted gifts and 20% of us have sold unwanted gifts to gain some of their monetary value. While most of us would love to be given a wish list from our nearest and dearest to help us with present choices, we don't always get one. The obvious solution if we really get stuck is to buy the omni-purpose gift of gift cards - that way we're assured the receiver can get something they really want. With a whopping 64% of us intending to avoid crowded shops and freezing temperatures by shopping on the internet during the festive and New Year sales - online gift cards are proving an increasingly popular present choice this season. For more information visit www.3Vgiftcards.com no 3v, melissa, porter Here's One I Saved Earlier cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Savvy Brits keep gifts in 'reserve' 3v, melissa, porter Do you find yourself keeping generic gifts in the cupboard for use in emergencies? Well you are certainly not alone! According to a new survey by 3V Visa Internet Shopping Gift Cards, four in ten of us have the foresight to keep presents in reserve for when they've forgotten an occasion or need a gift at short notice. A third of people say they look out all year round for hints about what presents they can buy for people. But while these reserve gifts may save the giver some embarrassment - they may not always go down so well with the receiver. Just under half of us admit to recycling unwanted gifts and 20% of us have sold unwanted gifts to gain some of their monetary value. While most of us would love to be given a wish list from our nearest and dearest to help us with present choices, we don't always get one. The obvious solution if we really get stuck is to buy the omni-purpose gift of gift cards - that way we're assured the receiver can get something they really want. With a whopping 64% of us intending to avoid crowded shops and freezing temperatures by shopping on the internet during the festive and New Year sales - online gift cards are proving an increasingly popular present choice this season. For more information visit www.3Vgiftcards.com Entertainment & Arts/Art Support will be given to help all pregnant women across the UK with breastfeeding, with the availability of a new DVD. The free DVD entitled, 'From Bump to Breastfeeding - following real mothers' stories to find out how', gives positive and practical information to encourage mums to breastfeed and help increase breastfeeding rates across the UK. In 2005, 78 per cent of mothers began breastfeeding but a third of these women had stopped by six weeks. There are significant social inequalities in infant feeding practices in the UK; 76% of women start to breastfeed, but for mothers under 20 years old, the figure is just 51% and by 6 weeks, only 14% of mothers under 20 years old are giving their baby breast milk. The World Health Organisation ranks us 17th in Europe, behind countries like Turkey and Slovenia who all have higher rates. Best Beginnings, a child health charity, came up with the idea and the 35-minute film has been developed in collaboration with the Department of Health. Produced by award-winning filmmaker Jacqueline Smith, the documentary features nine women [including Theo Walcott's sister Holly] charting their expectations and concerns as they prepare for motherhood. The Department of Health recommends exclusive breastfeeding up to the age of six months, with continued breastfeeding, alongside other food and drink after six months. Breast milk gives babies all the nutrients they need for the first six months of life and helps protect them from infection and diseases, such as gastro-intestinal infections, ear infections, urine infections, eczema and obesity in later childhood. Dawn Primarolo, Public Health Minister, said: "The DVD will appeal to all women who are having a baby as it follows ordinary women on their breastfeeding journey and addresses hopes and concerns that are relevant to all. The DVD demonstrates breastfeeding as the normal and natural way to feed a baby and will support mums to continue to breastfeed and help them give their baby the best start in life." Best Beginnings founder & CEO Alison Baum said: "Only with accurate information and practical support can there be real choice for families about how to feed their babies. The DVD will enable more mothers across the UK to have the information and reach out for support so they can enjoy breastfeeding their babies for as long as they wish." For more information visit www.bestbeginnings.info http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=223 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=223 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:48:21 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Government supports new breastfeeding DVD 00:03:47 Support will be given to help all pregnant women across the UK with breastfeeding, with the availability of a new DVD. The free DVD entitled, 'From Bump to Breastfeeding - following real mothers' stories to find out how', gives positive and practical information to encourage mums to breastfeed and help increase breastfeeding rates across the UK. In 2005, 78 per cent of mothers began breastfeeding but a third of these women had stopped by six weeks. There are significant social inequalities in infant feeding practices in the UK; 76% of women start to breastfeed, but for mothers under 20 years old, the figure is just 51% and by 6 weeks, only 14% of mothers under 20 years old are giving their baby breast milk. The World Health Organisation ranks us 17th in Europe, behind countries like Turkey and Slovenia who all have higher rates. Best Beginnings, a child health charity, came up with the idea and the 35-minute film has been developed in collaboration with the Department of Health. Produced by award-winning filmmaker Jacqueline Smith, the documentary features nine women [including Theo Walcott's sister Holly] charting their expectations and concerns as they prepare for motherhood. The Department of Health recommends exclusive breastfeeding up to the age of six months, with continued breastfeeding, alongside other food and drink after six months. Breast milk gives babies all the nutrients they need for the first six months of life and helps protect them from infection and diseases, such as gastro-intestinal infections, ear infections, urine infections, eczema and obesity in later childhood. Dawn Primarolo, Public Health Minister, said: "The DVD will appeal to all women who are having a baby as it follows ordinary women on their breastfeeding journey and addresses hopes and concerns that are relevant to all. The DVD demonstrates breastfeeding as the normal and natural way to feed a baby and will support mums to continue to breastfeed and help them give their baby the best start in life." Best Beginnings founder & CEO Alison Baum said: "Only with accurate information and practical support can there be real choice for families about how to feed their babies. The DVD will enable more mothers across the UK to have the information and reach out for support so they can enjoy breastfeeding their babies for as long as they wish." For more information visit www.bestbeginnings.info no breast, feeding, baby, mother Government supports new breastfeeding DVD cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Government supports new breastfeeding DVD breast, feeding, baby, mother Support will be given to help all pregnant women across the UK with breastfeeding, with the availability of a new DVD. The free DVD entitled, 'From Bump to Breastfeeding - following real mothers' stories to find out how', gives positive and practical information to encourage mums to breastfeed and help increase breastfeeding rates across the UK. In 2005, 78 per cent of mothers began breastfeeding but a third of these women had stopped by six weeks. There are significant social inequalities in infant feeding practices in the UK; 76% of women start to breastfeed, but for mothers under 20 years old, the figure is just 51% and by 6 weeks, only 14% of mothers under 20 years old are giving their baby breast milk. The World Health Organisation ranks us 17th in Europe, behind countries like Turkey and Slovenia who all have higher rates. Best Beginnings, a child health charity, came up with the idea and the 35-minute film has been developed in collaboration with the Department of Health. Produced by award-winning filmmaker Jacqueline Smith, the documentary features nine women [including Theo Walcott's sister Holly] charting their expectations and concerns as they prepare for motherhood. The Department of Health recommends exclusive breastfeeding up to the age of six months, with continued breastfeeding, alongside other food and drink after six months. Breast milk gives babies all the nutrients they need for the first six months of life and helps protect them from infection and diseases, such as gastro-intestinal infections, ear infections, urine infections, eczema and obesity in later childhood. Dawn Primarolo, Public Health Minister, said: "The DVD will appeal to all women who are having a baby as it follows ordinary women on their breastfeeding journey and addresses hopes and concerns that are relevant to all. The DVD demonstrates breastfeeding as the normal and natural way to feed a baby and will support mums to continue to breastfeed and help them give their baby the best start in life." Best Beginnings founder & CEO Alison Baum said: "Only with accurate information and practical support can there be real choice for families about how to feed their babies. The DVD will enable more mothers across the UK to have the information and reach out for support so they can enjoy breastfeeding their babies for as long as they wish." For more information visit www.bestbeginnings.info Lifestyle/Parenting Your child's party is one of the golden moments in life - both for you and them. But of course there's a lot of planning to be done before hordes of excited children pour through your front door! In order to make life a little easier we've prepared the Organix party podcast full of handy hints and four party games - complete with disco soundtrack supplied by our friends at Baby Loves Disco! There's musical statues, pass the parcel and musical chairs to get everyone moving - then a tranquil game of sleeping lions when it's time to wind things down again. The podcast can literally be left to play and run the party - we've set it for a party of ten children so there are enough gaps for the winner to be chosen. Of course you can pause at anytime should you want to stop for a snack! For more information go to: www.organix.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=222 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=222 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:43:11 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Download the kids' party podcast to make your life easier on that special day 00:19:57 Your child's party is one of the golden moments in life - both for you and them. But of course there's a lot of planning to be done before hordes of excited children pour through your front door! In order to make life a little easier we've prepared the Organix party podcast full of handy hints and four party games - complete with disco soundtrack supplied by our friends at Baby Loves Disco! There's musical statues, pass the parcel and musical chairs to get everyone moving - then a tranquil game of sleeping lions when it's time to wind things down again. The podcast can literally be left to play and run the party - we've set it for a party of ten children so there are enough gaps for the winner to be chosen. Of course you can pause at anytime should you want to stop for a snack! For more information go to: www.organix.com no birthday, kids, organix The hassle-free children's party cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Download the kids' party podcast to make your life easier on that special day birthday, kids, organix Your child's party is one of the golden moments in life - both for you and them. But of course there's a lot of planning to be done before hordes of excited children pour through your front door! In order to make life a little easier we've prepared the Organix party podcast full of handy hints and four party games - complete with disco soundtrack supplied by our friends at Baby Loves Disco! There's musical statues, pass the parcel and musical chairs to get everyone moving - then a tranquil game of sleeping lions when it's time to wind things down again. The podcast can literally be left to play and run the party - we've set it for a party of ten children so there are enough gaps for the winner to be chosen. Of course you can pause at anytime should you want to stop for a snack! For more information go to: www.organix.com Lifestyle/Parenting During the golden age of aviation, flying was a special occasion and people dressed accordingly. The romance and glamour of air travel demanded that travellers cut a stylish figure as they ascended the stairs into the plane that would take them into the wide blue yonder. Most people will tell you that style is forgone in favour of comfort when travelling these days. Nowadays it's considered acceptable to arrive at your long haul destination looking like a sleep ravaged zombie clutching a bag of duty free and lugging your near to bursting suitcase behind you. No more! One man is prepared to stand up to this worrying trend and say enough is enough, and that man is none other than fashionista and stylist to the stars Gok Wan! By following his fabulous 'Style in the Sky' guide, written in partnership with long haul specialist, Air New Zealand, you will learn all you need to know about 1st Class travel tips so that you too can look like the type of air passenger that always turns left. Gok's top tips - for men and women - covers everything from what to wear on the plane, how to look after your skin and ensure you don't arrive at your destination with hair Like Russell Brand or Amy Winehouse! Tips for Her Flying for hours and not looking like you have been is one of the hardest things to do! Here are my essential tips for you ladies: Make-up - You don't need 20kg of make-up so get strict with yourself, empty out that make-up bag and pack just what you need. To achieve a fresh natural looking finish, all you need is: 1.Tinted moisturiser - Keep it as similar to your natural skin tone as possible. Apply sparingly and don't try and get the complete foundation look as you will probably be applying too much! 2. Blusher - Cream blush is better for flights as application is easier (clean hands are better than a brush). Pinks work better on ivory skin tones and for more olive skin tones, try bronzes. 3. Mascara - A girl's best friend and always will be! For a more natural finish, try using a dark brown instead of black. If you are usually heavy handed with the wand and have sometimes been accused of looking like ZZTOP then instead of applying three to four coats, use an eyelash brush after your first application and only apply two layers. 4. Concealer - Match to the lightest natural skin tone on your face (never choose concealer by testing the colour on the back of your hand, your face and hands are totally different colours!) Use around your nose and chin to lighten and also under eyes to make you look fresh faced and healthy! 5. Eye shadow - Neutral shades and light pinks are best for the natural look. Apply lightly to the almond of the eyes to give a youthful finish. AND A FEW TIPS FOR HIM... The key to travelling in style is to plan for your trip in two phases, one on the ground and one in the air. Here are a few pointers for you gorgeous men and boys: 1) Don't be ruffled! - In your hand luggage, pack a really good cotton track top, some sweats and some cashmere socks and change once you get on board. Not only will you be more comfortable, but your original outfit will stay crumple free. 2) Suitably smooth - If you don't have a change of clothes and are wearing a suit, ask a member of cabin crew to hang your jacket in the cabinet, or place it gently in the overhead bins. 3) Feet have a tendency to swell in flight. Remove your shoes for comfort and make sure you take regular walks around the cabin. 4) Hair Style - To avoid looking like Russell Brand on a bad hair day, the trick is not to put product in your hair before the flight, especially on overnight journeys. If you do use products, just before landing nip to the loo and style away. Don't use too much though - there's nothing worse than a chip shop mop! 5) Skin care - Keeping your skin looking good is as important for guys as it is for girls! Keep yours looking healthy and happy by drinking lots of water and using a touch of moisturiser before you arrive. Air New Zealand cabin crew Allys Goyne says, "Brushing your teeth and drinking a glass of water before landing is my top tip to arriving feeling refreshed. There's also nothing worse than the feeling you've dragged your bag halfway across the world, so if you haven't already, invest in a wheelie!" To download the complete PDF of Gok's top Tips go to www.airnewzealand.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=221 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=221 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:20:54 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) How to stay fabulous at 35,000 feet 00:03:02 During the golden age of aviation, flying was a special occasion and people dressed accordingly. The romance and glamour of air travel demanded that travellers cut a stylish figure as they ascended the stairs into the plane that would take them into the wide blue yonder. Most people will tell you that style is forgone in favour of comfort when travelling these days. Nowadays it's considered acceptable to arrive at your long haul destination looking like a sleep ravaged zombie clutching a bag of duty free and lugging your near to bursting suitcase behind you. No more! One man is prepared to stand up to this worrying trend and say enough is enough, and that man is none other than fashionista and stylist to the stars Gok Wan! By following his fabulous 'Style in the Sky' guide, written in partnership with long haul specialist, Air New Zealand, you will learn all you need to know about 1st Class travel tips so that you too can look like the type of air passenger that always turns left. Gok's top tips - for men and women - covers everything from what to wear on the plane, how to look after your skin and ensure you don't arrive at your destination with hair Like Russell Brand or Amy Winehouse! Tips for Her Flying for hours and not looking like you have been is one of the hardest things to do! Here are my essential tips for you ladies: Make-up - You don't need 20kg of make-up so get strict with yourself, empty out that make-up bag and pack just what you need. To achieve a fresh natural looking finish, all you need is: 1.Tinted moisturiser - Keep it as similar to your natural skin tone as possible. Apply sparingly and don't try and get the complete foundation look as you will probably be applying too much! 2. Blusher - Cream blush is better for flights as application is easier (clean hands are better than a brush). Pinks work better on ivory skin tones and for more olive skin tones, try bronzes. 3. Mascara - A girl's best friend and always will be! For a more natural finish, try using a dark brown instead of black. If you are usually heavy handed with the wand and have sometimes been accused of looking like ZZTOP then instead of applying three to four coats, use an eyelash brush after your first application and only apply two layers. 4. Concealer - Match to the lightest natural skin tone on your face (never choose concealer by testing the colour on the back of your hand, your face and hands are totally different colours!) Use around your nose and chin to lighten and also under eyes to make you look fresh faced and healthy! 5. Eye shadow - Neutral shades and light pinks are best for the natural look. Apply lightly to the almond of the eyes to give a youthful finish. AND A FEW TIPS FOR HIM... The key to travelling in style is to plan for your trip in two phases, one on the ground and one in the air. Here are a few pointers for you gorgeous men and boys: 1) Don't be ruffled! - In your hand luggage, pack a really good cotton track top, some sweats and some cashmere socks and change once you get on board. Not only will you be more comfortable, but your original outfit will stay crumple free. 2) Suitably smooth - If you don't have a change of clothes and are wearing a suit, ask a member of cabin crew to hang your jacket in the cabinet, or place it gently in the overhead bins. 3) Feet have a tendency to swell in flight. Remove your shoes for comfort and make sure you take regular walks around the cabin. 4) Hair Style - To avoid looking like Russell Brand on a bad hair day, the trick is not to put product in your hair before the flight, especially on overnight journeys. If you do use products, just before landing nip to the loo and style away. Don't use too much though - there's nothing worse than a chip shop mop! 5) Skin care - Keeping your skin looking good is as important for guys as it is for girls! Keep yours looking healthy and happy by drinking lots of water and using a touch of moisturiser before you arrive. Air New Zealand cabin crew Allys Goyne says, "Brushing your teeth and drinking a glass of water before landing is my top tip to arriving feeling refreshed. There's also nothing worse than the feeling you've dragged your bag halfway across the world, so if you haven't already, invest in a wheelie!" To download the complete PDF of Gok's top Tips go to www.airnewzealand.co.uk no Gok, Wan, Air New Zealand Looking fly in the sky cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk How to stay fabulous at 35,000 feet Gok, Wan, Air New Zealand During the golden age of aviation, flying was a special occasion and people dressed accordingly. The romance and glamour of air travel demanded that travellers cut a stylish figure as they ascended the stairs into the plane that would take them into the wide blue yonder. Most people will tell you that style is forgone in favour of comfort when travelling these days. Nowadays it's considered acceptable to arrive at your long haul destination looking like a sleep ravaged zombie clutching a bag of duty free and lugging your near to bursting suitcase behind you. No more! One man is prepared to stand up to this worrying trend and say enough is enough, and that man is none other than fashionista and stylist to the stars Gok Wan! By following his fabulous 'Style in the Sky' guide, written in partnership with long haul specialist, Air New Zealand, you will learn all you need to know about 1st Class travel tips so that you too can look like the type of air passenger that always turns left. Gok's top tips - for men and women - covers everything from what to wear on the plane, how to look after your skin and ensure you don't arrive at your destination with hair Like Russell Brand or Amy Winehouse! Tips for Her Flying for hours and not looking like you have been is one of the hardest things to do! Here are my essential tips for you ladies: Make-up - You don't need 20kg of make-up so get strict with yourself, empty out that make-up bag and pack just what you need. To achieve a fresh natural looking finish, all you need is: 1.Tinted moisturiser - Keep it as similar to your natural skin tone as possible. Apply sparingly and don't try and get the complete foundation look as you will probably be applying too much! 2. Blusher - Cream blush is better for flights as application is easier (clean hands are better than a brush). Pinks work better on ivory skin tones and for more olive skin tones, try bronzes. 3. Mascara - A girl's best friend and always will be! For a more natural finish, try using a dark brown instead of black. If you are usually heavy handed with the wand and have sometimes been accused of looking like ZZTOP then instead of applying three to four coats, use an eyelash brush after your first application and only apply two layers. 4. Concealer - Match to the lightest natural skin tone on your face (never choose concealer by testing the colour on the back of your hand, your face and hands are totally different colours!) Use around your nose and chin to lighten and also under eyes to make you look fresh faced and healthy! 5. Eye shadow - Neutral shades and light pinks are best for the natural look. Apply lightly to the almond of the eyes to give a youthful finish. AND A FEW TIPS FOR HIM... The key to travelling in style is to plan for your trip in two phases, one on the ground and one in the air. Here are a few pointers for you gorgeous men and boys: 1) Don't be ruffled! - In your hand luggage, pack a really good cotton track top, some sweats and some cashmere socks and change once you get on board. Not only will you be more comfortable, but your original outfit will stay crumple free. 2) Suitably smooth - If you don't have a change of clothes and are wearing a suit, ask a member of cabin crew to hang your jacket in the cabinet, or place it gently in the overhead bins. 3) Feet have a tendency to swell in flight. Remove your shoes for comfort and make sure you take regular walks around the cabin. 4) Hair Style - To avoid looking like Russell Brand on a bad hair day, the trick is not to put product in your hair before the flight, especially on overnight journeys. If you do use products, just before landing nip to the loo and style away. Don't use too much though - there's nothing worse than a chip shop mop! 5) Skin care - Keeping your skin looking good is as important for guys as it is for girls! Keep yours looking healthy and happy by drinking lots of water and using a touch of moisturiser before you arrive. Air New Zealand cabin crew Allys Goyne says, "Brushing your teeth and drinking a glass of water before landing is my top tip to arriving feeling refreshed. There's also nothing worse than the feeling you've dragged your bag halfway across the world, so if you haven't already, invest in a wheelie!" To download the complete PDF of Gok's top Tips go to www.airnewzealand.co.uk Leisure & Travel/ The New Year has barely begun but already the festive break seems like a lifetime ago. With hectic work schedules and our day-to-day routines now back to the usual grind, it's no surprise that nearly 70% of us already feel stressed. It's a time when most people will be looking to book a holiday to calm, de-stress and banish the January blues. Yet how do you choose the holiday spot that's best suited to you and your family's specific needs? What simple, specific techniques can you apply on holiday that will sharpen you up rather than dull your edge even further? Harder still, how can you decompress quickly and effectively on holiday? The answers to these questions and a host of others are revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast, hosted by psychologist Mo Shapiro alongside Keycamp's Emma Newman, and brimming over with just the kind of wisdom that we wired and wiped-out workers have been wearily waiting for. For more information visit www.keycamp.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=220 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=220 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:18:38 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) 70% of us already stressed in New Year comedown 00:03:55 The New Year has barely begun but already the festive break seems like a lifetime ago. With hectic work schedules and our day-to-day routines now back to the usual grind, it's no surprise that nearly 70% of us already feel stressed. It's a time when most people will be looking to book a holiday to calm, de-stress and banish the January blues. Yet how do you choose the holiday spot that's best suited to you and your family's specific needs? What simple, specific techniques can you apply on holiday that will sharpen you up rather than dull your edge even further? Harder still, how can you decompress quickly and effectively on holiday? The answers to these questions and a host of others are revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast, hosted by psychologist Mo Shapiro alongside Keycamp's Emma Newman, and brimming over with just the kind of wisdom that we wired and wiped-out workers have been wearily waiting for. For more information visit www.keycamp.co.uk no kenya, keycamp 'Leisure Sickness' Hits Overworked Brits cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk 70% of us already stressed in New Year comedown kenya, keycamp The New Year has barely begun but already the festive break seems like a lifetime ago. With hectic work schedules and our day-to-day routines now back to the usual grind, it's no surprise that nearly 70% of us already feel stressed. It's a time when most people will be looking to book a holiday to calm, de-stress and banish the January blues. Yet how do you choose the holiday spot that's best suited to you and your family's specific needs? What simple, specific techniques can you apply on holiday that will sharpen you up rather than dull your edge even further? Harder still, how can you decompress quickly and effectively on holiday? The answers to these questions and a host of others are revealed in our exclusive Holiday '09 podcast, hosted by psychologist Mo Shapiro alongside Keycamp's Emma Newman, and brimming over with just the kind of wisdom that we wired and wiped-out workers have been wearily waiting for. For more information visit www.keycamp.co.uk Leisure & Travel/ The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=219 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=219 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:37:44 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:11:32 The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, mobile, advertise, advertising, advertize, ad Mobile Advertising cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, mobile, advertise, advertising, advertize, ad The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=218 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=218 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:34:56 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:13:04 The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, social media The Practicalities of Social Media cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, social media The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=217 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=217 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:39:03 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:11:35 One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, brand Are Brands in Control cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, brand One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News A £2 million campaign is launched today to re-house one of the nation's leading Braille printing presses - The Scottish Braille Press. It coincides with National Braille Week (4-10 Jan 2009), which this year marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille, whose invention in 1821 of a writing system based on embossed dots has had a profound effect on the lives of millions of people worldwide. Braille books, magazines and other materials are produced by the Scottish Braille Press - one of the largest and most respected providers of high quality alternative formats in the UK. It is part of the national charity Royal Blind, that provides services for the blind and the press specialises in the high quality production of Braille, Large Print and Audio - providing a transcription service since 1891. "Although equipped with state of the art printing equipment the building itself needs to be rebuilt" says Richard Hellewell, chief executive of Royal Blind, "and this is why we are campaigning to raise £2 million." The printing press, run and managed by Royal Blind, was built in the sixties and will be completely rebuilt. Bestselling 'Inspector Rebus' author Ian Rankin is lending his support to the campaign. His son is a pupil at the Royal Blind School, also run by Royal Blind. One of Rankin's best selling Rebus books is Fleshmarket Close, named after a real passageway in Edinburgh's Old Town. Today he was there in person to unveil 12 pages from the novel, which have been translated into Braille and mounted on the walls of the passageway itself. Rankin is calling for more creative works to be made available to people with reading difficulties. To mark the appeal, the Press is printing a Braille version of Rankin's Death is Not the End and the author visited the Press to see the first printed copies. For more information visit www.royalblind.org http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=216 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=216 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:08:48 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Ian Rankin at National Braille Week 00:03:34 A £2 million campaign is launched today to re-house one of the nation's leading Braille printing presses - The Scottish Braille Press. It coincides with National Braille Week (4-10 Jan 2009), which this year marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille, whose invention in 1821 of a writing system based on embossed dots has had a profound effect on the lives of millions of people worldwide. Braille books, magazines and other materials are produced by the Scottish Braille Press - one of the largest and most respected providers of high quality alternative formats in the UK. It is part of the national charity Royal Blind, that provides services for the blind and the press specialises in the high quality production of Braille, Large Print and Audio - providing a transcription service since 1891. "Although equipped with state of the art printing equipment the building itself needs to be rebuilt" says Richard Hellewell, chief executive of Royal Blind, "and this is why we are campaigning to raise £2 million." The printing press, run and managed by Royal Blind, was built in the sixties and will be completely rebuilt. Bestselling 'Inspector Rebus' author Ian Rankin is lending his support to the campaign. His son is a pupil at the Royal Blind School, also run by Royal Blind. One of Rankin's best selling Rebus books is Fleshmarket Close, named after a real passageway in Edinburgh's Old Town. Today he was there in person to unveil 12 pages from the novel, which have been translated into Braille and mounted on the walls of the passageway itself. Rankin is calling for more creative works to be made available to people with reading difficulties. To mark the appeal, the Press is printing a Braille version of Rankin's Death is Not the End and the author visited the Press to see the first printed copies. For more information visit www.royalblind.org no Ian Rankin, Braille, Royal Blind 'Rebus' author launches £2m drive to rebuild the Scottish Braille Press cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Ian Rankin at National Braille Week Ian Rankin, Braille, Royal Blind A £2 million campaign is launched today to re-house one of the nation's leading Braille printing presses - The Scottish Braille Press. It coincides with National Braille Week (4-10 Jan 2009), which this year marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille, whose invention in 1821 of a writing system based on embossed dots has had a profound effect on the lives of millions of people worldwide. Braille books, magazines and other materials are produced by the Scottish Braille Press - one of the largest and most respected providers of high quality alternative formats in the UK. It is part of the national charity Royal Blind, that provides services for the blind and the press specialises in the high quality production of Braille, Large Print and Audio - providing a transcription service since 1891. "Although equipped with state of the art printing equipment the building itself needs to be rebuilt" says Richard Hellewell, chief executive of Royal Blind, "and this is why we are campaigning to raise £2 million." The printing press, run and managed by Royal Blind, was built in the sixties and will be completely rebuilt. Bestselling 'Inspector Rebus' author Ian Rankin is lending his support to the campaign. His son is a pupil at the Royal Blind School, also run by Royal Blind. One of Rankin's best selling Rebus books is Fleshmarket Close, named after a real passageway in Edinburgh's Old Town. Today he was there in person to unveil 12 pages from the novel, which have been translated into Braille and mounted on the walls of the passageway itself. Rankin is calling for more creative works to be made available to people with reading difficulties. To mark the appeal, the Press is printing a Braille version of Rankin's Death is Not the End and the author visited the Press to see the first printed copies. For more information visit www.royalblind.org News & Media/Health We've all been given Christmas presents that weren't on our wish list. We've learned to smile convincingly at the gift-giver - as though we're really grateful for something that will probably go straight to the back of a cupboard, never to be seen again. In fact, TalkTalk, the home phone and broadband company, found that an incredible £2.2 billion is spent on unwanted presents each year! TalkTalk has teamed up with Keith Chegwin and have come to the rescue and brought back the good old-fashioned Swap Shop - making sure everyone gets something they really want this Christmas. TalkTalk understands people are fed up with wasting loads of money on parts of their phone and broadband package they don't use. In fact, its research has found that 94% of us don't want to pay for bits of our package we simply don't use, and 80% would like our package to be more flexible - which is why it has created myTalkTalk, a phone and broadband service that allows you to add features you want, and even take away those you no longer need! http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=215 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=215 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:08:17 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Swap your unwanted presents and have the chance to win a fantastic laptop... 00:03:39 We've all been given Christmas presents that weren't on our wish list. We've learned to smile convincingly at the gift-giver - as though we're really grateful for something that will probably go straight to the back of a cupboard, never to be seen again. In fact, TalkTalk, the home phone and broadband company, found that an incredible £2.2 billion is spent on unwanted presents each year! TalkTalk has teamed up with Keith Chegwin and have come to the rescue and brought back the good old-fashioned Swap Shop - making sure everyone gets something they really want this Christmas. TalkTalk understands people are fed up with wasting loads of money on parts of their phone and broadband package they don't use. In fact, its research has found that 94% of us don't want to pay for bits of our package we simply don't use, and 80% would like our package to be more flexible - which is why it has created myTalkTalk, a phone and broadband service that allows you to add features you want, and even take away those you no longer need! no Keith Chegwin, Swap Shop, Christmas Cheggers Plays Swap cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Swap your unwanted presents and have the chance to win a fantastic laptop... Keith Chegwin, Swap Shop, Christmas We've all been given Christmas presents that weren't on our wish list. We've learned to smile convincingly at the gift-giver - as though we're really grateful for something that will probably go straight to the back of a cupboard, never to be seen again. In fact, TalkTalk, the home phone and broadband company, found that an incredible £2.2 billion is spent on unwanted presents each year! TalkTalk has teamed up with Keith Chegwin and have come to the rescue and brought back the good old-fashioned Swap Shop - making sure everyone gets something they really want this Christmas. TalkTalk understands people are fed up with wasting loads of money on parts of their phone and broadband package they don't use. In fact, its research has found that 94% of us don't want to pay for bits of our package we simply don't use, and 80% would like our package to be more flexible - which is why it has created myTalkTalk, a phone and broadband service that allows you to add features you want, and even take away those you no longer need! Entertainment & Arts/TV Girls who wear a size14 dress size rated their general happiness higher than any other, with a quarter saying they were extremely happy. More than 43 per cent of size 14 women said they were as happy as they could be with their career, while almost a third say they couldn't be more content with their love life. Second happiest, according to the research by Special K, are size 12 women, with almost three quarters saying they are completely satisfied with their friendships. Forty-five per cent also enjoy a very successful career. A spokeswoman for Special K, which carried out the poll, said: 'It's great to discover that being a size zero doesn't necessarily bring you happiness. Our research shows that the curvier size 14 woman is much more comfortable with their shape and has a happier outlook on life. ' But those who wear a size 24 or above didn't fare quite so well, with a staggering 18 per cent admitting they are extremely unhappy with their life. Less than four per cent are happy with their career, while more than one in ten admitted they were extremely unhappy when it comes to their love life. A spokeswoman for Special K added: 'It's great that curvier women are happier, but we know that many women still find it hard maintaining their ideal shape.' Someone who knows quite a bit about the size debate is Jessica Thackeray who experienced the less happy side of being a size 12 in the modelling world when she competed in the Miss England regional rounds. She was previously told be photographers she would never be a model because she wasn't skinny enough and then went on to beat 19 others to win the title of Miss Leeds. Here she tells us her experiences of the competition and how she maintains her shape and happiness. HAPPIEST DRESS SIZES LEAST HAPPY DRESS SIZES 1. 14 1. 24 2. 12 2. 20 3. 8 3. 22 4. 16 4. 6 5. 10 5. 18 For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=214 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=214 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:50:32 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Size 14 women are the happiest with their life and looks, a new study has revealed. 00:00:54 Girls who wear a size14 dress size rated their general happiness higher than any other, with a quarter saying they were extremely happy. More than 43 per cent of size 14 women said they were as happy as they could be with their career, while almost a third say they couldn't be more content with their love life. Second happiest, according to the research by Special K, are size 12 women, with almost three quarters saying they are completely satisfied with their friendships. Forty-five per cent also enjoy a very successful career. A spokeswoman for Special K, which carried out the poll, said: 'It's great to discover that being a size zero doesn't necessarily bring you happiness. Our research shows that the curvier size 14 woman is much more comfortable with their shape and has a happier outlook on life. ' But those who wear a size 24 or above didn't fare quite so well, with a staggering 18 per cent admitting they are extremely unhappy with their life. Less than four per cent are happy with their career, while more than one in ten admitted they were extremely unhappy when it comes to their love life. A spokeswoman for Special K added: 'It's great that curvier women are happier, but we know that many women still find it hard maintaining their ideal shape.' Someone who knows quite a bit about the size debate is Jessica Thackeray who experienced the less happy side of being a size 12 in the modelling world when she competed in the Miss England regional rounds. She was previously told be photographers she would never be a model because she wasn't skinny enough and then went on to beat 19 others to win the title of Miss Leeds. Here she tells us her experiences of the competition and how she maintains her shape and happiness. HAPPIEST DRESS SIZES LEAST HAPPY DRESS SIZES 1. 14 1. 24 2. 12 2. 20 3. 8 3. 22 4. 16 4. 6 5. 10 5. 18 For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk no Miss Leeds, Kellogg's 14 is the happiest number cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Size 14 women are the happiest with their life and looks, a new study has revealed. Miss Leeds, Kellogg's Girls who wear a size14 dress size rated their general happiness higher than any other, with a quarter saying they were extremely happy. More than 43 per cent of size 14 women said they were as happy as they could be with their career, while almost a third say they couldn't be more content with their love life. Second happiest, according to the research by Special K, are size 12 women, with almost three quarters saying they are completely satisfied with their friendships. Forty-five per cent also enjoy a very successful career. A spokeswoman for Special K, which carried out the poll, said: 'It's great to discover that being a size zero doesn't necessarily bring you happiness. Our research shows that the curvier size 14 woman is much more comfortable with their shape and has a happier outlook on life. ' But those who wear a size 24 or above didn't fare quite so well, with a staggering 18 per cent admitting they are extremely unhappy with their life. Less than four per cent are happy with their career, while more than one in ten admitted they were extremely unhappy when it comes to their love life. A spokeswoman for Special K added: 'It's great that curvier women are happier, but we know that many women still find it hard maintaining their ideal shape.' Someone who knows quite a bit about the size debate is Jessica Thackeray who experienced the less happy side of being a size 12 in the modelling world when she competed in the Miss England regional rounds. She was previously told be photographers she would never be a model because she wasn't skinny enough and then went on to beat 19 others to win the title of Miss Leeds. Here she tells us her experiences of the competition and how she maintains her shape and happiness. HAPPIEST DRESS SIZES LEAST HAPPY DRESS SIZES 1. 14 1. 24 2. 12 2. 20 3. 8 3. 22 4. 16 4. 6 5. 10 5. 18 For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk Lifestyle/Health With every new year comes a new year resolution - except all too often it's not new. Many of us vow to get fit but how many of us fall off the wagon before the tinsel is off the tree? A recent survey by Kellogg's found that seven in ten women diet every single year. Which begs the question why many struggle to maintain their goal weight or keep to the excess weight off in the long term. Amongst the common reasons for weight gain are getting older, retiring, stopping smoking, having children and going to university. The research also found that half of the population feel they are overweight and are trying to lose weight (this rises to 55% in women). If you're one of the many women who find it difficult to keep your regime going, Steve Barrett a top fitness advisor is on hand to offer easy to follow tips. Steve, formerly a National competitor in a variety of sports, and a Personal Trainer for more than two decades knows exactly how to kick-start a regime and stick to it. With these simple exercises, keeping your body in good shape doesn't mean having to splash out on pricey gym membership and the best bit is you can keep working out wherever you are - at home, at the office or even on the commute. Even the busiest of people have no excuse; these tips are simple and free! Here are some simple exercise to get yourself motivated, wherever you are: At your desk - Posture break 1. As you sit at your desk, sink down, moving your shoulder forward and towards your desk. Then slowly sit up, lifting your shoulders and straightening your spine to gradually pull your shoulder blades back, opening the chest. Sink down again and lift. 2. Sit in an upright position to straighten your back. Looking straight ahead, lift your shoulders whilst keeping your arms relaxed. Hold for a couple seconds and drop. Repeat until you begin to feel your shoulder muscles loosen. 3. Sit upright and this time, with your spine straightened, move your shoulders and arms forward and then back through the shoulder girdle, opening your chest wide. Repeat a few times and to finish off, get the blood pumping by circling your shoulders round until you feel more relaxed. At home - Revitalise 1. Whilst watching the TV, get a bit of exercise during the advert breaks. Stand looking ahead, lift your arms with your hands brought towards each other in front of the chest. With a straight back, begin to do small jumps, turning side to side whilst remaining on the same spot. Twist your body as your jump so your feet and arms turn in opposite directions. You can do this during the ads, your favourite show or even get a bit of music on - just as long as you make it fun! For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=213 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=213 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:41:39 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Simple exercises to make sure this new year's resolution lasts 00:02:36 With every new year comes a new year resolution - except all too often it's not new. Many of us vow to get fit but how many of us fall off the wagon before the tinsel is off the tree? A recent survey by Kellogg's found that seven in ten women diet every single year. Which begs the question why many struggle to maintain their goal weight or keep to the excess weight off in the long term. Amongst the common reasons for weight gain are getting older, retiring, stopping smoking, having children and going to university. The research also found that half of the population feel they are overweight and are trying to lose weight (this rises to 55% in women). If you're one of the many women who find it difficult to keep your regime going, Steve Barrett a top fitness advisor is on hand to offer easy to follow tips. Steve, formerly a National competitor in a variety of sports, and a Personal Trainer for more than two decades knows exactly how to kick-start a regime and stick to it. With these simple exercises, keeping your body in good shape doesn't mean having to splash out on pricey gym membership and the best bit is you can keep working out wherever you are - at home, at the office or even on the commute. Even the busiest of people have no excuse; these tips are simple and free! Here are some simple exercise to get yourself motivated, wherever you are: At your desk - Posture break 1. As you sit at your desk, sink down, moving your shoulder forward and towards your desk. Then slowly sit up, lifting your shoulders and straightening your spine to gradually pull your shoulder blades back, opening the chest. Sink down again and lift. 2. Sit in an upright position to straighten your back. Looking straight ahead, lift your shoulders whilst keeping your arms relaxed. Hold for a couple seconds and drop. Repeat until you begin to feel your shoulder muscles loosen. 3. Sit upright and this time, with your spine straightened, move your shoulders and arms forward and then back through the shoulder girdle, opening your chest wide. Repeat a few times and to finish off, get the blood pumping by circling your shoulders round until you feel more relaxed. At home - Revitalise 1. Whilst watching the TV, get a bit of exercise during the advert breaks. Stand looking ahead, lift your arms with your hands brought towards each other in front of the chest. With a straight back, begin to do small jumps, turning side to side whilst remaining on the same spot. Twist your body as your jump so your feet and arms turn in opposite directions. You can do this during the ads, your favourite show or even get a bit of music on - just as long as you make it fun! For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk no Steve Barrett, Kellogg's, excercise New Year, New You cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Simple exercises to make sure this new year's resolution lasts Steve Barrett, Kellogg's, excercise With every new year comes a new year resolution - except all too often it's not new. Many of us vow to get fit but how many of us fall off the wagon before the tinsel is off the tree? A recent survey by Kellogg's found that seven in ten women diet every single year. Which begs the question why many struggle to maintain their goal weight or keep to the excess weight off in the long term. Amongst the common reasons for weight gain are getting older, retiring, stopping smoking, having children and going to university. The research also found that half of the population feel they are overweight and are trying to lose weight (this rises to 55% in women). If you're one of the many women who find it difficult to keep your regime going, Steve Barrett a top fitness advisor is on hand to offer easy to follow tips. Steve, formerly a National competitor in a variety of sports, and a Personal Trainer for more than two decades knows exactly how to kick-start a regime and stick to it. With these simple exercises, keeping your body in good shape doesn't mean having to splash out on pricey gym membership and the best bit is you can keep working out wherever you are - at home, at the office or even on the commute. Even the busiest of people have no excuse; these tips are simple and free! Here are some simple exercise to get yourself motivated, wherever you are: At your desk - Posture break 1. As you sit at your desk, sink down, moving your shoulder forward and towards your desk. Then slowly sit up, lifting your shoulders and straightening your spine to gradually pull your shoulder blades back, opening the chest. Sink down again and lift. 2. Sit in an upright position to straighten your back. Looking straight ahead, lift your shoulders whilst keeping your arms relaxed. Hold for a couple seconds and drop. Repeat until you begin to feel your shoulder muscles loosen. 3. Sit upright and this time, with your spine straightened, move your shoulders and arms forward and then back through the shoulder girdle, opening your chest wide. Repeat a few times and to finish off, get the blood pumping by circling your shoulders round until you feel more relaxed. At home - Revitalise 1. Whilst watching the TV, get a bit of exercise during the advert breaks. Stand looking ahead, lift your arms with your hands brought towards each other in front of the chest. With a straight back, begin to do small jumps, turning side to side whilst remaining on the same spot. Twist your body as your jump so your feet and arms turn in opposite directions. You can do this during the ads, your favourite show or even get a bit of music on - just as long as you make it fun! For more information and your own personal plan on how to succeed with your resolution visit www.shapemate.co.uk Lifestyle/Health In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=212 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=212 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:25:58 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) As the slowdown slips inexorably into recession a landmark study explores the vital ingredients of small businesses bucking the trend and thriving through the crisis. 00:03:06 In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice no plantronics, SME Global Slowdown : The Perfect Storm for the rise of Super SMEs? cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk As the slowdown slips inexorably into recession a landmark study explores the vital ingredients of small businesses bucking the trend and thriving through the crisis. plantronics, SME In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice Business & Finance/Business News The red-hot actress Ciara Janson has sent our collective temperature skyward as Nicole Owen in Hollyoaks. Now, the voluptuous vixen's cooked up a new video feature showcasing her can't-fail pulling tips for blundering blokes who are, quite frankly, a bit slack in the scoring department. So if you fancy shrugging off your miserable Johnny No-chick status once and for all and becoming a bona-fide hit with the ladies, just hit the link courtesy of Oxy Skincare and get the scoop from the delectable Ms Janson. Ciara Explains that while looks might not be everything, it's still important to make an effort with our appearance. Find a happy compromise between macho and metro and the girls will be looking your way on Saturday night. Ciara is a seasoned saucepot who knows exactly what she wants in a man. From the importance of eye contact to choosing the right chat-up line, from grooming routines to dodging the turn-off trap, Ciara's expert advice is practically guaranteed to transform you into a convincing Daniel Craig substitute within minutes. For more information visit www.oxy.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=211 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=211 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:34:13 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Listen up lads, we've got a lesson for you, and for once this teacher is hot... 00:02:27 The red-hot actress Ciara Janson has sent our collective temperature skyward as Nicole Owen in Hollyoaks. Now, the voluptuous vixen's cooked up a new video feature showcasing her can't-fail pulling tips for blundering blokes who are, quite frankly, a bit slack in the scoring department. So if you fancy shrugging off your miserable Johnny No-chick status once and for all and becoming a bona-fide hit with the ladies, just hit the link courtesy of Oxy Skincare and get the scoop from the delectable Ms Janson. Ciara Explains that while looks might not be everything, it's still important to make an effort with our appearance. Find a happy compromise between macho and metro and the girls will be looking your way on Saturday night. Ciara is a seasoned saucepot who knows exactly what she wants in a man. From the importance of eye contact to choosing the right chat-up line, from grooming routines to dodging the turn-off trap, Ciara's expert advice is practically guaranteed to transform you into a convincing Daniel Craig substitute within minutes. For more information visit www.oxy.co.uk no Ciara Janson, Hollyoaks, Oxy, Spots, Skincare Hollyoaks Babe Ciara Janson on how to be a hit with the ladies cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Listen up lads, we've got a lesson for you, and for once this teacher is hot... Ciara Janson, Hollyoaks, Oxy, Spots, Skincare The red-hot actress Ciara Janson has sent our collective temperature skyward as Nicole Owen in Hollyoaks. Now, the voluptuous vixen's cooked up a new video feature showcasing her can't-fail pulling tips for blundering blokes who are, quite frankly, a bit slack in the scoring department. So if you fancy shrugging off your miserable Johnny No-chick status once and for all and becoming a bona-fide hit with the ladies, just hit the link courtesy of Oxy Skincare and get the scoop from the delectable Ms Janson. Ciara Explains that while looks might not be everything, it's still important to make an effort with our appearance. Find a happy compromise between macho and metro and the girls will be looking your way on Saturday night. Ciara is a seasoned saucepot who knows exactly what she wants in a man. From the importance of eye contact to choosing the right chat-up line, from grooming routines to dodging the turn-off trap, Ciara's expert advice is practically guaranteed to transform you into a convincing Daniel Craig substitute within minutes. For more information visit www.oxy.co.uk Lifestyle/Health Kenyans are bracing themselves for a huge influx of tourists from the UK... thanks in part to the Obama effect. Obama's father, the main subject of his memoir Dreams from my Father... was born and lived in Kenya, and holidaymakers are desperate to visit the places the President Elect describes in his writings. With tourism expected to increase by as much as 15% next year as a result, we caught up with Jennifer Opondo from the Kenya Tourist Board to tell us more about Obama's connection with the country and why it's such a wonderful place to holiday. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=210 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=210 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:23:08 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Holidaymakers are increasingly looking to Kenya as a holiday hotspot, the country so closely linked with the World's most powerful man. 00:05:19 Kenyans are bracing themselves for a huge influx of tourists from the UK... thanks in part to the Obama effect. Obama's father, the main subject of his memoir Dreams from my Father... was born and lived in Kenya, and holidaymakers are desperate to visit the places the President Elect describes in his writings. With tourism expected to increase by as much as 15% next year as a result, we caught up with Jennifer Opondo from the Kenya Tourist Board to tell us more about Obama's connection with the country and why it's such a wonderful place to holiday. no kenya, obama The Obama Effect cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Holidaymakers are increasingly looking to Kenya as a holiday hotspot, the country so closely linked with the World's most powerful man. kenya, obama Kenyans are bracing themselves for a huge influx of tourists from the UK... thanks in part to the Obama effect. Obama's father, the main subject of his memoir Dreams from my Father... was born and lived in Kenya, and holidaymakers are desperate to visit the places the President Elect describes in his writings. With tourism expected to increase by as much as 15% next year as a result, we caught up with Jennifer Opondo from the Kenya Tourist Board to tell us more about Obama's connection with the country and why it's such a wonderful place to holiday. Leisure & Travel/ A perfectly prepared mixer is a prerequisite to a superior party experience, and just a little knowledge of mixology can raise your soirée a notch or three above the rest this Christmas. But if the prospect of preparing mixed drinks leaves you feeling shaken, have no fear. Ben Reed is Britain's leading mixologist and he's joined forces with 'Schweppes' to stir up a special video feature that strips the mystery from mixing and gives you all you need to get the ball rolling drinks-wise this Yuletide. It takes a whole lot of practise to get to Ben's level of cocktail creating competence, but here he shows us how to make three quick signature serves to dazzle your friends - and their palettes - in mere moments. Whipping up a Vodka Russchian, Game On Ginger or an Almond Affair as per Ben's recipes will instantly confer the decadence of a Fred Astaire movie upon your humble festive get-together or, indeed, the louche savoire faire one might typically associate with James Bond at the roulette wheel. For more information visit www.schweppeseuro.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=209 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=209 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:24:53 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) A mouthwatering mixer is the perfect accoutrement to a successful festive party-master mixologist Ben Reed shows you how easy it is to whip up a winter winner 00:03:19 A perfectly prepared mixer is a prerequisite to a superior party experience, and just a little knowledge of mixology can raise your soirée a notch or three above the rest this Christmas. But if the prospect of preparing mixed drinks leaves you feeling shaken, have no fear. Ben Reed is Britain's leading mixologist and he's joined forces with 'Schweppes' to stir up a special video feature that strips the mystery from mixing and gives you all you need to get the ball rolling drinks-wise this Yuletide. It takes a whole lot of practise to get to Ben's level of cocktail creating competence, but here he shows us how to make three quick signature serves to dazzle your friends - and their palettes - in mere moments. Whipping up a Vodka Russchian, Game On Ginger or an Almond Affair as per Ben's recipes will instantly confer the decadence of a Fred Astaire movie upon your humble festive get-together or, indeed, the louche savoire faire one might typically associate with James Bond at the roulette wheel. For more information visit www.schweppeseuro.com no Cocktails, Christmas, Ben Reed, Mixologist, Schwep Mix up a cracker this Christmas cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk A mouthwatering mixer is the perfect accoutrement to a successful festive party-master mixologist Ben Reed shows you how easy it is to whip up a winter winner Cocktails, Christmas, Ben Reed, Mixologist, Schwep A perfectly prepared mixer is a prerequisite to a superior party experience, and just a little knowledge of mixology can raise your soirée a notch or three above the rest this Christmas. But if the prospect of preparing mixed drinks leaves you feeling shaken, have no fear. Ben Reed is Britain's leading mixologist and he's joined forces with 'Schweppes' to stir up a special video feature that strips the mystery from mixing and gives you all you need to get the ball rolling drinks-wise this Yuletide. It takes a whole lot of practise to get to Ben's level of cocktail creating competence, but here he shows us how to make three quick signature serves to dazzle your friends - and their palettes - in mere moments. Whipping up a Vodka Russchian, Game On Ginger or an Almond Affair as per Ben's recipes will instantly confer the decadence of a Fred Astaire movie upon your humble festive get-together or, indeed, the louche savoire faire one might typically associate with James Bond at the roulette wheel. For more information visit www.schweppeseuro.com Lifestyle/Food & Drink Ever found yourself gazing at Cheryl Cole's luscious locks and wishing you could look so effortlessly stylish? Are you envious of Agyness Deyns' shaggy pixie crop and want a similar look? Well help is at hand! Andrew Collinge, celebrity hair stylist to the stars, here demonstrates three key looks for the season. He shares his industry secrets on how to transform the dullest hair into the glossiest of curls. Whether you want to rock the pixie look ala Agyness, or look as stunning as pop beauty Cheryl, with a couple of expert tips you too can look like you've just walked off the catwalk. Similarly, if you're the kind of girl who is always running late, going from the office straight to the after-work parties, then Andrew's got the perfect on-the-run 'do' that doesn't even require a mirror to style... Hurrah for easy to follow, speedy style tips! For more information visit www.andrewcollinge.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=208 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=208 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:03:37 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Three top hair styles in under five minutes 00:03:22 Ever found yourself gazing at Cheryl Cole's luscious locks and wishing you could look so effortlessly stylish? Are you envious of Agyness Deyns' shaggy pixie crop and want a similar look? Well help is at hand! Andrew Collinge, celebrity hair stylist to the stars, here demonstrates three key looks for the season. He shares his industry secrets on how to transform the dullest hair into the glossiest of curls. Whether you want to rock the pixie look ala Agyness, or look as stunning as pop beauty Cheryl, with a couple of expert tips you too can look like you've just walked off the catwalk. Similarly, if you're the kind of girl who is always running late, going from the office straight to the after-work parties, then Andrew's got the perfect on-the-run 'do' that doesn't even require a mirror to style... Hurrah for easy to follow, speedy style tips! For more information visit www.andrewcollinge.com no Andrew Collinge, Cheryl Cole, Agyness Deyn Industry favourite Andrew Collinge demonstrates this season's key looks. cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Three top hair styles in under five minutes Andrew Collinge, Cheryl Cole, Agyness Deyn Ever found yourself gazing at Cheryl Cole's luscious locks and wishing you could look so effortlessly stylish? Are you envious of Agyness Deyns' shaggy pixie crop and want a similar look? Well help is at hand! Andrew Collinge, celebrity hair stylist to the stars, here demonstrates three key looks for the season. He shares his industry secrets on how to transform the dullest hair into the glossiest of curls. Whether you want to rock the pixie look ala Agyness, or look as stunning as pop beauty Cheryl, with a couple of expert tips you too can look like you've just walked off the catwalk. Similarly, if you're the kind of girl who is always running late, going from the office straight to the after-work parties, then Andrew's got the perfect on-the-run 'do' that doesn't even require a mirror to style... Hurrah for easy to follow, speedy style tips! For more information visit www.andrewcollinge.com Lifestyle/Health It's that time of year again when the actor in all of us makes an appearance. From pretending we're pleased with another pair of socks, to offering our services in the kitchen, Christmas is a time when we are most likely to say something...but mean something else. New research from Vodafone UK reveals the top ten most common sayings we're likely to say or hear this Christmas - and what we actually mean by them. Top of the list is "just what I've always wanted", which is uttered most often, though not that convincingly as three in four of us immediately assume they mean just the opposite. Other Top 10 fake festive phrases revealed by the research include: "no, of course the turkey isn't overdone," and "of course I'm not drunk" which has a believability rating of less than 5%! Don't forget those festive text messages too and realising who we sent them to the morning after... If you're confused with all the festive jargon - don't panic! Here to help us through this season's verbal minefield is actress and top Mock the Week comedienne Lucy Porter - who has her own interpretations on the most common festive lies. And if any men are wondering what their girlfriend really means when she says, "don't get me anything this year" - you definitely need to watch this video! For more information visit www.vodafone.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=207 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=207 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:52:51 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Top comedienne Lucy Porter interprets the verbal minefield of Christmas lies 00:02:52 It's that time of year again when the actor in all of us makes an appearance. From pretending we're pleased with another pair of socks, to offering our services in the kitchen, Christmas is a time when we are most likely to say something...but mean something else. New research from Vodafone UK reveals the top ten most common sayings we're likely to say or hear this Christmas - and what we actually mean by them. Top of the list is "just what I've always wanted", which is uttered most often, though not that convincingly as three in four of us immediately assume they mean just the opposite. Other Top 10 fake festive phrases revealed by the research include: "no, of course the turkey isn't overdone," and "of course I'm not drunk" which has a believability rating of less than 5%! Don't forget those festive text messages too and realising who we sent them to the morning after... If you're confused with all the festive jargon - don't panic! Here to help us through this season's verbal minefield is actress and top Mock the Week comedienne Lucy Porter - who has her own interpretations on the most common festive lies. And if any men are wondering what their girlfriend really means when she says, "don't get me anything this year" - you definitely need to watch this video! For more information visit www.vodafone.co.uk no Lucy Porter, Christmas, Language, Vodafone White (Lies) Christmas cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Top comedienne Lucy Porter interprets the verbal minefield of Christmas lies Lucy Porter, Christmas, Language, Vodafone It's that time of year again when the actor in all of us makes an appearance. From pretending we're pleased with another pair of socks, to offering our services in the kitchen, Christmas is a time when we are most likely to say something...but mean something else. New research from Vodafone UK reveals the top ten most common sayings we're likely to say or hear this Christmas - and what we actually mean by them. Top of the list is "just what I've always wanted", which is uttered most often, though not that convincingly as three in four of us immediately assume they mean just the opposite. Other Top 10 fake festive phrases revealed by the research include: "no, of course the turkey isn't overdone," and "of course I'm not drunk" which has a believability rating of less than 5%! Don't forget those festive text messages too and realising who we sent them to the morning after... If you're confused with all the festive jargon - don't panic! Here to help us through this season's verbal minefield is actress and top Mock the Week comedienne Lucy Porter - who has her own interpretations on the most common festive lies. And if any men are wondering what their girlfriend really means when she says, "don't get me anything this year" - you definitely need to watch this video! For more information visit www.vodafone.co.uk News & Media/Media & PR With X Factor increasingly making the headlines as we get closer to the final everyone has an opinion on who they want to walk away with the big prize. And Sinitta is no exception. However, in spite of being best mate's with Simon Cowell there's no guarantee she'll get her Xmas wish... One thing she is in control of this festive season though is ensuring the X is in her family's Xmas. A recent survey by Electronic Arts has found that buying presents for your loved ones is no laughing matter, with 47.6% of people finding themselves under increasing pressure to find the 'perfect' present. Despite her fame, Sinitta is no different and knows exactly what a pain buying Christmas presents for the family can be. So to combat this, Sinitta has joined forces with the EA Christmas Tour, based at major shopping centres up and down the country, to make sure no one receives a rubbish Christmas gift this year. So what game will she be buying for Simon Cowell? For more information visit www.electronicarts.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=206 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=206 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:53:19 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Celebrity mum and X-Factor star Sinitta gives us the low down on how to put the 'X' in your Xmas this year 00:02:03 With X Factor increasingly making the headlines as we get closer to the final everyone has an opinion on who they want to walk away with the big prize. And Sinitta is no exception. However, in spite of being best mate's with Simon Cowell there's no guarantee she'll get her Xmas wish... One thing she is in control of this festive season though is ensuring the X is in her family's Xmas. A recent survey by Electronic Arts has found that buying presents for your loved ones is no laughing matter, with 47.6% of people finding themselves under increasing pressure to find the 'perfect' present. Despite her fame, Sinitta is no different and knows exactly what a pain buying Christmas presents for the family can be. So to combat this, Sinitta has joined forces with the EA Christmas Tour, based at major shopping centres up and down the country, to make sure no one receives a rubbish Christmas gift this year. So what game will she be buying for Simon Cowell? For more information visit www.electronicarts.co.uk no Sinitta, EA, Christmas Tour Get the X-mas Factor with Sinitta cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Celebrity mum and X-Factor star Sinitta gives us the low down on how to put the 'X' in your Xmas this year Sinitta, EA, Christmas Tour With X Factor increasingly making the headlines as we get closer to the final everyone has an opinion on who they want to walk away with the big prize. And Sinitta is no exception. However, in spite of being best mate's with Simon Cowell there's no guarantee she'll get her Xmas wish... One thing she is in control of this festive season though is ensuring the X is in her family's Xmas. A recent survey by Electronic Arts has found that buying presents for your loved ones is no laughing matter, with 47.6% of people finding themselves under increasing pressure to find the 'perfect' present. Despite her fame, Sinitta is no different and knows exactly what a pain buying Christmas presents for the family can be. So to combat this, Sinitta has joined forces with the EA Christmas Tour, based at major shopping centres up and down the country, to make sure no one receives a rubbish Christmas gift this year. So what game will she be buying for Simon Cowell? For more information visit www.electronicarts.co.uk Entertainment & Arts/Music If you are like most parents, chances are you've got yourself into a real panic about cooking food for a children's party. Well the worrying stops here! In a rare opportunity we caught up with nutritionist Annabel Karmel who in a step by step video guide shares one of her own recipes, a Rice Krispie Football team and football pitch! But don't worry, although this might sound complicated, this guide is so easy to follow you certainly won't get caught offside! The best part about this recipe is that both you and the children can get involved, whether it's mixing the ingredients together, cutting out footballers, or making the grass - there is an activity for kids of all ages. And seeing the fruits of their labours emerging gives kids a real sense of achievement. So what are you waiting for, click here and cook up a storm! For more information about The Kellogg's Big Bake, a new campaign that aims to get children cooking with their parents where one lucky child will have the chance to win the ultimate prize of appearing in a Kellogg's TV advert in May - visit www.thebigbake.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=205 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=205 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:38:36 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Learn how to make a Rice Krispie 5-a-side football team in under 6 minutes! 00:05:46 If you are like most parents, chances are you've got yourself into a real panic about cooking food for a children's party. Well the worrying stops here! In a rare opportunity we caught up with nutritionist Annabel Karmel who in a step by step video guide shares one of her own recipes, a Rice Krispie Football team and football pitch! But don't worry, although this might sound complicated, this guide is so easy to follow you certainly won't get caught offside! The best part about this recipe is that both you and the children can get involved, whether it's mixing the ingredients together, cutting out footballers, or making the grass - there is an activity for kids of all ages. And seeing the fruits of their labours emerging gives kids a real sense of achievement. So what are you waiting for, click here and cook up a storm! For more information about The Kellogg's Big Bake, a new campaign that aims to get children cooking with their parents where one lucky child will have the chance to win the ultimate prize of appearing in a Kellogg's TV advert in May - visit www.thebigbake.co.uk no Kellogg's Big Bake, Annabel Karmel Annabel Karmel reveals her favourite kids party food recipe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Learn how to make a Rice Krispie 5-a-side football team in under 6 minutes! Kellogg's Big Bake, Annabel Karmel If you are like most parents, chances are you've got yourself into a real panic about cooking food for a children's party. Well the worrying stops here! In a rare opportunity we caught up with nutritionist Annabel Karmel who in a step by step video guide shares one of her own recipes, a Rice Krispie Football team and football pitch! But don't worry, although this might sound complicated, this guide is so easy to follow you certainly won't get caught offside! The best part about this recipe is that both you and the children can get involved, whether it's mixing the ingredients together, cutting out footballers, or making the grass - there is an activity for kids of all ages. And seeing the fruits of their labours emerging gives kids a real sense of achievement. So what are you waiting for, click here and cook up a storm! For more information about The Kellogg's Big Bake, a new campaign that aims to get children cooking with their parents where one lucky child will have the chance to win the ultimate prize of appearing in a Kellogg's TV advert in May - visit www.thebigbake.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=204 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=204 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:59:07 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow 00:03:15 Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk no uncle ben's, sophie michell Master Multiple Meals - Chinese cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow uncle ben's, sophie michell Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=203 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=203 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:56:33 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow 00:03:18 Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk no uncle ben's, sophie michell Master Multiple Meals - Mexican cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow uncle ben's, sophie michell Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=202 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=202 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:51:51 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow 00:03:33 Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk no uncle ben's, sophie michell Master Multiple Meals - Indian cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get some culinary inspiration from celebrity chef Sophie Michell and nutritionist Juliette Kellow uncle ben's, sophie michell Are you are a parent that boasts at least ten tried and trusted dishes in your culinary portfolio? Well consider yourself part of a new generation of mums and dads dubbed 'Repertoire Cooks' that is emerging onto the parenting scene. Whether you are part of the 47% of parents that say they stick to a variety of their favourite meals because they know their families will love what they make, or the 82% that rotate their signature suppers, updating your recipe repertoire with quick, easy, wholesome meals is never a bad thing. We've teamed up with Uncle Ben's Sauces and with the help of a celebrity chef and a nutritionist have produced three videos to give you inspiration to ensure each member of the family belongs to the clean plate club. For more information visit www.unclebens.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink The success of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent has left a generation of children that are obsessed with the idea of being a famous pop star. Unfortunately not everyone was born with a set of lungs like Leona Lewis, or Girls Aloud. If you think that your little darling could do with some help, then you're in luck. Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. Performing in front of an audience can be scary and overwhelming, whether it's end of term plays, carol concerts, Christmas shows, or even mucking around with their pals on a karaoke machine, one of the most important barriers to overcome is confidence. Performing to an audience can still leave even the biggest of stars with butterflies in their tummy but with a couple easy to master hints and tips, they can be banished once and for all. Click here to watch Nicki's top tips on how to get your child performing like a star, whatever the size of the audience And you can make sure your child is one step ahead of their mates and practicing their singing skills by getting them one of the many Karaoke computer games on the market, like Sing Star - you never know, you might have a bit of fun playing yourself... For more information visit www.game.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=198 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=198 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:15:56 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Nicki Chapman offers her top tips on how to get your child performing like a star 00:02:00 The success of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent has left a generation of children that are obsessed with the idea of being a famous pop star. Unfortunately not everyone was born with a set of lungs like Leona Lewis, or Girls Aloud. If you think that your little darling could do with some help, then you're in luck. Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. Performing in front of an audience can be scary and overwhelming, whether it's end of term plays, carol concerts, Christmas shows, or even mucking around with their pals on a karaoke machine, one of the most important barriers to overcome is confidence. Performing to an audience can still leave even the biggest of stars with butterflies in their tummy but with a couple easy to master hints and tips, they can be banished once and for all. Click here to watch Nicki's top tips on how to get your child performing like a star, whatever the size of the audience And you can make sure your child is one step ahead of their mates and practicing their singing skills by getting them one of the many Karaoke computer games on the market, like Sing Star - you never know, you might have a bit of fun playing yourself... For more information visit www.game.co.uk no Nicki Chapman, GAME, Sing Star, X-Factor Out of the chorus and into the spotlight cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Nicki Chapman offers her top tips on how to get your child performing like a star Nicki Chapman, GAME, Sing Star, X-Factor The success of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent has left a generation of children that are obsessed with the idea of being a famous pop star. Unfortunately not everyone was born with a set of lungs like Leona Lewis, or Girls Aloud. If you think that your little darling could do with some help, then you're in luck. Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. Performing in front of an audience can be scary and overwhelming, whether it's end of term plays, carol concerts, Christmas shows, or even mucking around with their pals on a karaoke machine, one of the most important barriers to overcome is confidence. Performing to an audience can still leave even the biggest of stars with butterflies in their tummy but with a couple easy to master hints and tips, they can be banished once and for all. Click here to watch Nicki's top tips on how to get your child performing like a star, whatever the size of the audience And you can make sure your child is one step ahead of their mates and practicing their singing skills by getting them one of the many Karaoke computer games on the market, like Sing Star - you never know, you might have a bit of fun playing yourself... For more information visit www.game.co.uk Lifestyle/Parenting Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News The Christmas party season is well and truly upon us, and thankfully gone are the days when an office Christmas party involved standing around working the circuit. With the huge number of karaoke games now available for computers and consoles, this year there is every chance you'll need to be working the mic. Be warned and be prepared... With the popularity of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent, we can be forgiven for fancying ourselves as the latest Leona Lewis, Take That or Amy Winehouse. Do your dulcet tones leave a lot to be desired? Don't panic, help is at hand... If you think that you could do with a quick brush up on your karaoke technique, Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. The last thing anyone wants to do is embarrass themselves in front of their colleagues at the office Christmas party or play the fool when they're desperately trying to catch the attention of a love interest. So, if you want to impress on a karaoke game like Singstar, watch this video now! Click here to see Nicki Chapman, the music industry big shot deliver her top tips on how to give a show stopping performance For more information visit www.game.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=197 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=197 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:10:02 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Nicki Chapman offers her top tips on rocking the mic 00:01:20 The Christmas party season is well and truly upon us, and thankfully gone are the days when an office Christmas party involved standing around working the circuit. With the huge number of karaoke games now available for computers and consoles, this year there is every chance you'll need to be working the mic. Be warned and be prepared... With the popularity of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent, we can be forgiven for fancying ourselves as the latest Leona Lewis, Take That or Amy Winehouse. Do your dulcet tones leave a lot to be desired? Don't panic, help is at hand... If you think that you could do with a quick brush up on your karaoke technique, Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. The last thing anyone wants to do is embarrass themselves in front of their colleagues at the office Christmas party or play the fool when they're desperately trying to catch the attention of a love interest. So, if you want to impress on a karaoke game like Singstar, watch this video now! Click here to see Nicki Chapman, the music industry big shot deliver her top tips on how to give a show stopping performance For more information visit www.game.co.uk no Nicki Chapman, GAME, Sing Star, X-Factor Office Karaoke Party... cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Nicki Chapman offers her top tips on rocking the mic Nicki Chapman, GAME, Sing Star, X-Factor The Christmas party season is well and truly upon us, and thankfully gone are the days when an office Christmas party involved standing around working the circuit. With the huge number of karaoke games now available for computers and consoles, this year there is every chance you'll need to be working the mic. Be warned and be prepared... With the popularity of TV shows like X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent, we can be forgiven for fancying ourselves as the latest Leona Lewis, Take That or Amy Winehouse. Do your dulcet tones leave a lot to be desired? Don't panic, help is at hand... If you think that you could do with a quick brush up on your karaoke technique, Nicki Chapman of Popstars and Pop Idol fame is here to share her top tips on giving a winning performance. The last thing anyone wants to do is embarrass themselves in front of their colleagues at the office Christmas party or play the fool when they're desperately trying to catch the attention of a love interest. So, if you want to impress on a karaoke game like Singstar, watch this video now! Click here to see Nicki Chapman, the music industry big shot deliver her top tips on how to give a show stopping performance For more information visit www.game.co.uk Entertainment & Arts/Video Games It's a pretty unimaginative kid who hasn't dreamed of him or herself living the full-tilt rock 'n' roll lifestyle at some point or another. Of course, if you happen to be Simon Neil and James Johnston, you don't have to dream about it. You just live it. As two thirds of fantastically superb rock juggernaut Biffy Clyro, the lads have been laying down the rock, tearing up the road and taking their pleasures where they find them for years. Now they've taken time out from their jam-packed schedule of touring the world and general musical monsterisation to answer questions about themselves and the band and show off their skills on Guitar Hero - World Tour. Yep, it turns out that Biffy Clyro like nothing better than to unwind after an adrenaline-fuelled show with a console game. It seems they just can't get enough of being in a band and after a show like to carrying on rocking it out, with the latest instalment in the game. What could be more apt for these Scots? Take a gander at our exclusive video interview with Simon and James as they reveal the real-life secrets of a successful rock band's life on the road and demonstrate the stupidly large amount of fun they're able to squeeze out of GHWT. For more information visit worldtour.guitarhero.com/uk/ http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=196 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=196 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:19:05 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Check out our exclusive interview with the Scottish guitar heroes 00:03:30 It's a pretty unimaginative kid who hasn't dreamed of him or herself living the full-tilt rock 'n' roll lifestyle at some point or another. Of course, if you happen to be Simon Neil and James Johnston, you don't have to dream about it. You just live it. As two thirds of fantastically superb rock juggernaut Biffy Clyro, the lads have been laying down the rock, tearing up the road and taking their pleasures where they find them for years. Now they've taken time out from their jam-packed schedule of touring the world and general musical monsterisation to answer questions about themselves and the band and show off their skills on Guitar Hero - World Tour. Yep, it turns out that Biffy Clyro like nothing better than to unwind after an adrenaline-fuelled show with a console game. It seems they just can't get enough of being in a band and after a show like to carrying on rocking it out, with the latest instalment in the game. What could be more apt for these Scots? Take a gander at our exclusive video interview with Simon and James as they reveal the real-life secrets of a successful rock band's life on the road and demonstrate the stupidly large amount of fun they're able to squeeze out of GHWT. For more information visit worldtour.guitarhero.com/uk/ no Biffy Clyro, Guitar Hero, Rock Rock out with rock legends cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Check out our exclusive interview with the Scottish guitar heroes Biffy Clyro, Guitar Hero, Rock It's a pretty unimaginative kid who hasn't dreamed of him or herself living the full-tilt rock 'n' roll lifestyle at some point or another. Of course, if you happen to be Simon Neil and James Johnston, you don't have to dream about it. You just live it. As two thirds of fantastically superb rock juggernaut Biffy Clyro, the lads have been laying down the rock, tearing up the road and taking their pleasures where they find them for years. Now they've taken time out from their jam-packed schedule of touring the world and general musical monsterisation to answer questions about themselves and the band and show off their skills on Guitar Hero - World Tour. Yep, it turns out that Biffy Clyro like nothing better than to unwind after an adrenaline-fuelled show with a console game. It seems they just can't get enough of being in a band and after a show like to carrying on rocking it out, with the latest instalment in the game. What could be more apt for these Scots? Take a gander at our exclusive video interview with Simon and James as they reveal the real-life secrets of a successful rock band's life on the road and demonstrate the stupidly large amount of fun they're able to squeeze out of GHWT. For more information visit worldtour.guitarhero.com/uk/ Entertainment & Arts/Music England's Under 21s are taking on the Czech Republic next week and coach Stuart Pearce implores fans to turn up and roar on his young lions. We have a video feature with Stuart, talking about some of the new faces in the squad, and what we can expect from the boys from the match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield United FC on Tuesday November 18 at 7.45pm.England reached the semi-finals of the 2007 Championships in Holland and previously won the tournament in 1982 and 1984. England qualified for next summer's Finals in Sweden by beating Wales in the Play-Offs in October and the Czech Republic game will be the first step in the team's preparations for the tournament. Stuart Pearce has picked the brightest young stars from the Premier League and Football League, including two new faces for this game in the shape of Kyle Naughton of Sheffield United and Fabian Delph of Leeds United, all battling for places in the squad in Sweden next summer.Click here to hear Stuart talk about his under 21's and the match at Bramall Lane... For more information and to buy tickets (£10, concessions £5) visit www.sufc.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=195 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=195 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:13:04 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Stuart Pearce talks about how his young Lions will shine in Sheffield 00:04:21 England's Under 21s are taking on the Czech Republic next week and coach Stuart Pearce implores fans to turn up and roar on his young lions. We have a video feature with Stuart, talking about some of the new faces in the squad, and what we can expect from the boys from the match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield United FC on Tuesday November 18 at 7.45pm.England reached the semi-finals of the 2007 Championships in Holland and previously won the tournament in 1982 and 1984. England qualified for next summer's Finals in Sweden by beating Wales in the Play-Offs in October and the Czech Republic game will be the first step in the team's preparations for the tournament. Stuart Pearce has picked the brightest young stars from the Premier League and Football League, including two new faces for this game in the shape of Kyle Naughton of Sheffield United and Fabian Delph of Leeds United, all battling for places in the squad in Sweden next summer.Click here to hear Stuart talk about his under 21's and the match at Bramall Lane... For more information and to buy tickets (£10, concessions £5) visit www.sufc.co.uk no England under 21's, England, Stuart Pearce Come on England! cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Stuart Pearce talks about how his young Lions will shine in Sheffield England under 21's, England, Stuart Pearce England's Under 21s are taking on the Czech Republic next week and coach Stuart Pearce implores fans to turn up and roar on his young lions. We have a video feature with Stuart, talking about some of the new faces in the squad, and what we can expect from the boys from the match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield United FC on Tuesday November 18 at 7.45pm.England reached the semi-finals of the 2007 Championships in Holland and previously won the tournament in 1982 and 1984. England qualified for next summer's Finals in Sweden by beating Wales in the Play-Offs in October and the Czech Republic game will be the first step in the team's preparations for the tournament. Stuart Pearce has picked the brightest young stars from the Premier League and Football League, including two new faces for this game in the shape of Kyle Naughton of Sheffield United and Fabian Delph of Leeds United, all battling for places in the squad in Sweden next summer.Click here to hear Stuart talk about his under 21's and the match at Bramall Lane... For more information and to buy tickets (£10, concessions £5) visit www.sufc.co.uk News & Media/Sport Celebrity stylist Hannah Sandling is one person who knows all about keeping up with fashion. Having hosted live fashion shows and styled the likes of Sienna Miller and Carmen Electra, she knows that making room in your wardrobe for the season ahead is essential for looking your best. As autumn/winter is now upon us, many of us will be packing away the summer clothes and loading our wardrobes with winter attire but, how much of what we own do we actually wear? A recent poll reveals that more than a quarter of us admit to hoarding clothes finding them either too difficult to give away or assume that they'll come back in to fashion at some point. Three quarters of us have brought an item of clothing and never even worn it. While we splash the cash to keep up with the latest celeb trends, realistically, the leopard print coat you brought to look like Kate Moss probably still has it's tags on and will never be worn... In this exclusive video, Hannah invites us into her own wardrobe to show us how to make room for the season ahead. The Clothes Exchange Programme, set up by M&S and Oxfam earlier this year gives people an added incentive to clear out their wardrobes this season. You receive a five-pound M&S voucher when you donate an item of their clothing to your local Oxfam and you may pick up a bargain on the way! For more information visit www.marksandspencer.com/plana http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=194 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=194 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:05:52 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Leading Stylist Hannah Sandling offers you an exclusive look into her home to give you tips on revamping your wardrobe 00:03:30 Celebrity stylist Hannah Sandling is one person who knows all about keeping up with fashion. Having hosted live fashion shows and styled the likes of Sienna Miller and Carmen Electra, she knows that making room in your wardrobe for the season ahead is essential for looking your best. As autumn/winter is now upon us, many of us will be packing away the summer clothes and loading our wardrobes with winter attire but, how much of what we own do we actually wear? A recent poll reveals that more than a quarter of us admit to hoarding clothes finding them either too difficult to give away or assume that they'll come back in to fashion at some point. Three quarters of us have brought an item of clothing and never even worn it. While we splash the cash to keep up with the latest celeb trends, realistically, the leopard print coat you brought to look like Kate Moss probably still has it's tags on and will never be worn... In this exclusive video, Hannah invites us into her own wardrobe to show us how to make room for the season ahead. The Clothes Exchange Programme, set up by M&S and Oxfam earlier this year gives people an added incentive to clear out their wardrobes this season. You receive a five-pound M&S voucher when you donate an item of their clothing to your local Oxfam and you may pick up a bargain on the way! For more information visit www.marksandspencer.com/plana no Hannah Sandling, M&S, Oxfam, vintage Inside The Expert's Wardrobe cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Leading Stylist Hannah Sandling offers you an exclusive look into her home to give you tips on revamping your wardrobe Hannah Sandling, M&S, Oxfam, vintage Celebrity stylist Hannah Sandling is one person who knows all about keeping up with fashion. Having hosted live fashion shows and styled the likes of Sienna Miller and Carmen Electra, she knows that making room in your wardrobe for the season ahead is essential for looking your best. As autumn/winter is now upon us, many of us will be packing away the summer clothes and loading our wardrobes with winter attire but, how much of what we own do we actually wear? A recent poll reveals that more than a quarter of us admit to hoarding clothes finding them either too difficult to give away or assume that they'll come back in to fashion at some point. Three quarters of us have brought an item of clothing and never even worn it. While we splash the cash to keep up with the latest celeb trends, realistically, the leopard print coat you brought to look like Kate Moss probably still has it's tags on and will never be worn... In this exclusive video, Hannah invites us into her own wardrobe to show us how to make room for the season ahead. The Clothes Exchange Programme, set up by M&S and Oxfam earlier this year gives people an added incentive to clear out their wardrobes this season. You receive a five-pound M&S voucher when you donate an item of their clothing to your local Oxfam and you may pick up a bargain on the way! For more information visit www.marksandspencer.com/plana Lifestyle/Health Do you know an 11 - 18 year old who has an idea or is already creating change? If so, boost their confidence and life skills and help your local community at the same time: Nominate them for a CHANGEit award. Whether it's a scheme for reducing litter, making a dent in street crime or setting up an after school club, CHANGEit encourages young people to take their ideas and make them happen. CHANGEit, run by Common Purpose and supported by Deutsche Bank, will award prizes to young people for their campaigning projects and fantastic ideas. Campaigns can be big or small and deal with any issue or challenge. The judges are looking for passion, innovation and the determination to really make change happen. It has nothing to do with academic achievement or exam grades, but everything to do with helping young people make positive change happen. There are three different categories to apply for with prizes up to £750! Nominations open 1 October 2008. To find out more and advice from this year's winners, TV presenter Ben Shephard has the full story... Encourage your child to submit a campaign idea, or nominate them to celebrate the difference they've already made! What are you waiting for? For more information and the online nomination form, visit www.changeit.org.uk. Enter today! http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=193 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=193 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:56:15 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Do you know an 11 - 18 year old who has a plan to improve your community? You can help them achieve their dream with CHANGEit! 00:03:19 Do you know an 11 - 18 year old who has an idea or is already creating change? If so, boost their confidence and life skills and help your local community at the same time: Nominate them for a CHANGEit award. Whether it's a scheme for reducing litter, making a dent in street crime or setting up an after school club, CHANGEit encourages young people to take their ideas and make them happen. CHANGEit, run by Common Purpose and supported by Deutsche Bank, will award prizes to young people for their campaigning projects and fantastic ideas. Campaigns can be big or small and deal with any issue or challenge. The judges are looking for passion, innovation and the determination to really make change happen. It has nothing to do with academic achievement or exam grades, but everything to do with helping young people make positive change happen. There are three different categories to apply for with prizes up to £750! Nominations open 1 October 2008. To find out more and advice from this year's winners, TV presenter Ben Shephard has the full story... Encourage your child to submit a campaign idea, or nominate them to celebrate the difference they've already made! What are you waiting for? For more information and the online nomination form, visit www.changeit.org.uk. Enter today! no Ben Shepherd, Change it Encourage young people to take action in your community cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Do you know an 11 - 18 year old who has a plan to improve your community? You can help them achieve their dream with CHANGEit! Ben Shepherd, Change it Do you know an 11 - 18 year old who has an idea or is already creating change? If so, boost their confidence and life skills and help your local community at the same time: Nominate them for a CHANGEit award. Whether it's a scheme for reducing litter, making a dent in street crime or setting up an after school club, CHANGEit encourages young people to take their ideas and make them happen. CHANGEit, run by Common Purpose and supported by Deutsche Bank, will award prizes to young people for their campaigning projects and fantastic ideas. Campaigns can be big or small and deal with any issue or challenge. The judges are looking for passion, innovation and the determination to really make change happen. It has nothing to do with academic achievement or exam grades, but everything to do with helping young people make positive change happen. There are three different categories to apply for with prizes up to £750! Nominations open 1 October 2008. To find out more and advice from this year's winners, TV presenter Ben Shephard has the full story... Encourage your child to submit a campaign idea, or nominate them to celebrate the difference they've already made! What are you waiting for? For more information and the online nomination form, visit www.changeit.org.uk. Enter today! Lifestyle/Parenting Trained or not, everyone loves to dance and with the sudden surge in performing arts, due to reality TV programmes as Strictly Come Dancing, Britain's got Talent and films like High School Musical, dancing has never been more popular. In fact it is the fastest growing art form at present, with over 4.8 million people in the last year participating in some form of community dance and increasing numbers even training to become dance teachers. More and more people are turning to dance, as a way of keeping fit, meeting new people and building confidence. In this exclusive video leading dance teacher and founder of DanceMass, Dawn DeMendonca reveals just how beneficial dancing really is. With so many different styles out there, from Latin, Disco, Ballroom and Street, there is something for everyone. Dawn, with the help of two of her students will even show you a stylish dance routine that you can learn and teach at home. So get involved with Dance Mass, the first fully comprehensive online dance studio covering all styles. Whether you are a professional, a beginner, a dance teacher or just want to find out more, then check out what Dawn has to show you. For more information visit www.dancemass.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=192 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=192 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:53:39 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Learn all about the benefits of dancing and get some new cool moves 00:03:47 Trained or not, everyone loves to dance and with the sudden surge in performing arts, due to reality TV programmes as Strictly Come Dancing, Britain's got Talent and films like High School Musical, dancing has never been more popular. In fact it is the fastest growing art form at present, with over 4.8 million people in the last year participating in some form of community dance and increasing numbers even training to become dance teachers. More and more people are turning to dance, as a way of keeping fit, meeting new people and building confidence. In this exclusive video leading dance teacher and founder of DanceMass, Dawn DeMendonca reveals just how beneficial dancing really is. With so many different styles out there, from Latin, Disco, Ballroom and Street, there is something for everyone. Dawn, with the help of two of her students will even show you a stylish dance routine that you can learn and teach at home. So get involved with Dance Mass, the first fully comprehensive online dance studio covering all styles. Whether you are a professional, a beginner, a dance teacher or just want to find out more, then check out what Dawn has to show you. For more information visit www.dancemass.com no dance, Dawn DeMendonca dance mass Dancing Tips from the Expert cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Learn all about the benefits of dancing and get some new cool moves dance, Dawn DeMendonca dance mass Trained or not, everyone loves to dance and with the sudden surge in performing arts, due to reality TV programmes as Strictly Come Dancing, Britain's got Talent and films like High School Musical, dancing has never been more popular. In fact it is the fastest growing art form at present, with over 4.8 million people in the last year participating in some form of community dance and increasing numbers even training to become dance teachers. More and more people are turning to dance, as a way of keeping fit, meeting new people and building confidence. In this exclusive video leading dance teacher and founder of DanceMass, Dawn DeMendonca reveals just how beneficial dancing really is. With so many different styles out there, from Latin, Disco, Ballroom and Street, there is something for everyone. Dawn, with the help of two of her students will even show you a stylish dance routine that you can learn and teach at home. So get involved with Dance Mass, the first fully comprehensive online dance studio covering all styles. Whether you are a professional, a beginner, a dance teacher or just want to find out more, then check out what Dawn has to show you. For more information visit www.dancemass.com Entertainment & Arts/Theatre Entertainment & Arts/Music Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=191 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=191 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:52:41 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Tips on how to ensure you cope during the economic downturn 00:03:03 Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn no CIMA, Ray Perry British Business determined to Weather the Storm cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Tips on how to ensure you cope during the economic downturn CIMA, Ray Perry Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn News & Media/Business Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=190 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=190 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:50:34 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Tips on how to ensure your business copes during the economic downturn 00:03:19 Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn no CIMA, Ray Perry British Business determined to Weather the Storm cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Tips on how to ensure your business copes during the economic downturn CIMA, Ray Perry Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn News & Media/Business 76% of people lay claim to a healthy diet, but further investigation reveals that despite honourable intentions, Britons literally don't know what's good for them and are in a daze over healthy eating guidelines. A new health study of 2,157 Britons, marking the launch of Warburtons campaign to encourage the nation to eat more fibre, reveals that while people are aware that fibre-typically found in bread, pasta, rice, fruit, vegetables, beans and nuts-is essential for keeping their digestive healthy, more than three-quarters (76%) of men and women do not know that the guideline daily amount (GDA) of fibre is 24g , despite half of respondents believing that they eat enough fibre. So, where does fibre come from, why is it important, and what exactly does it do for us? Lucky for us, one of Britain's leading nutritionists, Jane Clarke, is hosting a whistle-stop web guide to fibre facts and figures. Not only will Jane bring you up to speed on such essential dietary issues as how much fibre you should be eating, she'll also be lifting the lid on why a correct fibre intake does more than just keep your digestive system healthy. For more information visit www.fibreprovider.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=189 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=189 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:41:46 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Boost your diet the easy and healthy way with nutritionist Jane Clarke 00:02:29 76% of people lay claim to a healthy diet, but further investigation reveals that despite honourable intentions, Britons literally don't know what's good for them and are in a daze over healthy eating guidelines. A new health study of 2,157 Britons, marking the launch of Warburtons campaign to encourage the nation to eat more fibre, reveals that while people are aware that fibre-typically found in bread, pasta, rice, fruit, vegetables, beans and nuts-is essential for keeping their digestive healthy, more than three-quarters (76%) of men and women do not know that the guideline daily amount (GDA) of fibre is 24g , despite half of respondents believing that they eat enough fibre. So, where does fibre come from, why is it important, and what exactly does it do for us? Lucky for us, one of Britain's leading nutritionists, Jane Clarke, is hosting a whistle-stop web guide to fibre facts and figures. Not only will Jane bring you up to speed on such essential dietary issues as how much fibre you should be eating, she'll also be lifting the lid on why a correct fibre intake does more than just keep your digestive system healthy. For more information visit www.fibreprovider.co.uk no warburtons, bread, fibre Be a fibre subscriber cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Boost your diet the easy and healthy way with nutritionist Jane Clarke warburtons, bread, fibre 76% of people lay claim to a healthy diet, but further investigation reveals that despite honourable intentions, Britons literally don't know what's good for them and are in a daze over healthy eating guidelines. A new health study of 2,157 Britons, marking the launch of Warburtons campaign to encourage the nation to eat more fibre, reveals that while people are aware that fibre-typically found in bread, pasta, rice, fruit, vegetables, beans and nuts-is essential for keeping their digestive healthy, more than three-quarters (76%) of men and women do not know that the guideline daily amount (GDA) of fibre is 24g , despite half of respondents believing that they eat enough fibre. So, where does fibre come from, why is it important, and what exactly does it do for us? Lucky for us, one of Britain's leading nutritionists, Jane Clarke, is hosting a whistle-stop web guide to fibre facts and figures. Not only will Jane bring you up to speed on such essential dietary issues as how much fibre you should be eating, she'll also be lifting the lid on why a correct fibre intake does more than just keep your digestive system healthy. For more information visit www.fibreprovider.co.uk Lifestyle/Food & Drink Lifestyle/Health All military gaming fans stand to attention. Fracture, a brand new release from LucasArts is set to land on October 10th and promises groundbreaking next-generation gameplay. The game advances players to the year 2161, where an epic war is being fought on American soil. The cybernetically enhanced Atlantic Alliance is pitted against genetically enhanced soldiers of the Pacific Army and players in a revolutionary experience of 22nd century warfare. The core gameplay mechanic is a destructive next-generation technology known as Terrain Deformation, players are equipped with an arsenal of futuristic weaponry to strategically reshape their surroundings on the fly. Every action they perform dynamically reshapes the earth in ways no videogame has ever seen. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=188 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=188 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:00:59 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Come behind the scenes with Shara Miller the executive producer of brand new videogame Fracture 00:03:49 All military gaming fans stand to attention. Fracture, a brand new release from LucasArts is set to land on October 10th and promises groundbreaking next-generation gameplay. The game advances players to the year 2161, where an epic war is being fought on American soil. The cybernetically enhanced Atlantic Alliance is pitted against genetically enhanced soldiers of the Pacific Army and players in a revolutionary experience of 22nd century warfare. The core gameplay mechanic is a destructive next-generation technology known as Terrain Deformation, players are equipped with an arsenal of futuristic weaponry to strategically reshape their surroundings on the fly. Every action they perform dynamically reshapes the earth in ways no videogame has ever seen. no fracture, ps3, xbox 360, game Reshape the Battle cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Come behind the scenes with Shara Miller the executive producer of brand new videogame Fracture fracture, ps3, xbox 360, game All military gaming fans stand to attention. Fracture, a brand new release from LucasArts is set to land on October 10th and promises groundbreaking next-generation gameplay. The game advances players to the year 2161, where an epic war is being fought on American soil. The cybernetically enhanced Atlantic Alliance is pitted against genetically enhanced soldiers of the Pacific Army and players in a revolutionary experience of 22nd century warfare. The core gameplay mechanic is a destructive next-generation technology known as Terrain Deformation, players are equipped with an arsenal of futuristic weaponry to strategically reshape their surroundings on the fly. Every action they perform dynamically reshapes the earth in ways no videogame has ever seen. Entertainment & Arts/Video Games During his two years as one of Hollyoaks' most popular stars, James Sutton's character John Paul McQueen was the central figure in some hard-hitting storylines. As well as starring in an award-winning examination of homophobia, James was also the key player in a major subplot involving Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Having researched the issue in depth for the show, James came to understand just how crucial the problem of gas safety really is, especially for young people living away from home who might not know the score about taking precautions. That's why he's hosting our video feature with National Grid, packed with vital information about gas safety that all students living in rented accommodation absolutely need to be aware of. Carbon Monoxide poisoning affects the lives of 2.5 million people worldwide every year. With adequate precautions, it's easy to detect and protect against. Without them, the so-called 'silent killer' can be severely dangerous if not lethal. Just a few moments checking out James' straightforward, easy-to-implement advice is every student's first essential step to ensuring they're properly protected. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=187 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=187 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:57:08 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) He dealt with the issue of Carbon Monoxide poisoning on TV-now the star shows you how to protect against 'the silent killer' for real 00:01:27 During his two years as one of Hollyoaks' most popular stars, James Sutton's character John Paul McQueen was the central figure in some hard-hitting storylines. As well as starring in an award-winning examination of homophobia, James was also the key player in a major subplot involving Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Having researched the issue in depth for the show, James came to understand just how crucial the problem of gas safety really is, especially for young people living away from home who might not know the score about taking precautions. That's why he's hosting our video feature with National Grid, packed with vital information about gas safety that all students living in rented accommodation absolutely need to be aware of. Carbon Monoxide poisoning affects the lives of 2.5 million people worldwide every year. With adequate precautions, it's easy to detect and protect against. Without them, the so-called 'silent killer' can be severely dangerous if not lethal. Just a few moments checking out James' straightforward, easy-to-implement advice is every student's first essential step to ensuring they're properly protected. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com no james sutton, hollyoaks, national grid Hollyoaks' James Sutton has safety advice for students cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk He dealt with the issue of Carbon Monoxide poisoning on TV-now the star shows you how to protect against 'the silent killer' for real james sutton, hollyoaks, national grid During his two years as one of Hollyoaks' most popular stars, James Sutton's character John Paul McQueen was the central figure in some hard-hitting storylines. As well as starring in an award-winning examination of homophobia, James was also the key player in a major subplot involving Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Having researched the issue in depth for the show, James came to understand just how crucial the problem of gas safety really is, especially for young people living away from home who might not know the score about taking precautions. That's why he's hosting our video feature with National Grid, packed with vital information about gas safety that all students living in rented accommodation absolutely need to be aware of. Carbon Monoxide poisoning affects the lives of 2.5 million people worldwide every year. With adequate precautions, it's easy to detect and protect against. Without them, the so-called 'silent killer' can be severely dangerous if not lethal. Just a few moments checking out James' straightforward, easy-to-implement advice is every student's first essential step to ensuring they're properly protected. For more information visit www.nationalgrid.com Entertainment & Arts/TV Brits cook enough extra food at dinnertime to feed at least an extra 19 million mouths. 39% of us admit to cooking enough extra food to feed at least one other person and 36% suffer from 'waste worry' over the amount of food they waste each week. With a food wastage bill of £10billion per year, perhaps that figure should be a little higher. In its quest to get people to 'Plan It for the Planet', research by the online grocer Ocado into waste awareness shows 1 in 3 bags of shopping go straight in the bin, and the most concerning thing is the majority of it goes completely untouched. One man who knows a lot about reducing waste is Arthur Potts Dawson who launched eco-friendly restaurant 'Acorn House.' In this exciting new video he explains how running a household isn't that different from running a business and offers his top tips on keeping food waste to a minimum. For more information visit www.ocado.com www.youtube.com/ocadoFWAW http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=186 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=186 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:18:04 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Restaurant owner Arthur Potts Dawson offers his advice on keeping food waste to a minimum 00:02:13 Brits cook enough extra food at dinnertime to feed at least an extra 19 million mouths. 39% of us admit to cooking enough extra food to feed at least one other person and 36% suffer from 'waste worry' over the amount of food they waste each week. With a food wastage bill of £10billion per year, perhaps that figure should be a little higher. In its quest to get people to 'Plan It for the Planet', research by the online grocer Ocado into waste awareness shows 1 in 3 bags of shopping go straight in the bin, and the most concerning thing is the majority of it goes completely untouched. One man who knows a lot about reducing waste is Arthur Potts Dawson who launched eco-friendly restaurant 'Acorn House.' In this exciting new video he explains how running a household isn't that different from running a business and offers his top tips on keeping food waste to a minimum. For more information visit www.ocado.com www.youtube.com/ocadoFWAW no ocado, waste, eco-friendly Brits bin enough food to feed 19m people cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Restaurant owner Arthur Potts Dawson offers his advice on keeping food waste to a minimum ocado, waste, eco-friendly Brits cook enough extra food at dinnertime to feed at least an extra 19 million mouths. 39% of us admit to cooking enough extra food to feed at least one other person and 36% suffer from 'waste worry' over the amount of food they waste each week. With a food wastage bill of £10billion per year, perhaps that figure should be a little higher. In its quest to get people to 'Plan It for the Planet', research by the online grocer Ocado into waste awareness shows 1 in 3 bags of shopping go straight in the bin, and the most concerning thing is the majority of it goes completely untouched. One man who knows a lot about reducing waste is Arthur Potts Dawson who launched eco-friendly restaurant 'Acorn House.' In this exciting new video he explains how running a household isn't that different from running a business and offers his top tips on keeping food waste to a minimum. For more information visit www.ocado.com www.youtube.com/ocadoFWAW Lifestyle/Food & Drink On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=185 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=185 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:16:53 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Pensions expert Hannah Edwards gives her top tips on how to be prepared 00:01:02 On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com yes killik and co, pension Pensions Law Change cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Pensions expert Hannah Edwards gives her top tips on how to be prepared killik and co, pension On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com Business & Finance/Business News On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=184 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=184 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:06:35 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Alvin Hall explains the new pension law that could affect you 00:03:59 On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com no killik and co, alvin hall, pension Are you ready for October 1st? cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Alvin Hall explains the new pension law that could affect you killik and co, alvin hall, pension On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com Business & Finance/Business News The Star Wars saga has gripped millions of fans across the galaxy for more than thirty years, and now a new video game entitled Star Wars: The Force Unleashed promises to expand its epic scope by bridging the gap between episodes 3 and 4 of the film. Natalie Cox stars as Juno Eclipse in the game, and also plays the part of its narrator. But now she's taking time out from skirmishing in the inky blackness of space to host our video feature all about this innovative new foray into the mythos of the Jedi and the Empire. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed features amazing, never-before seen technology designed especially for the new generation of consoles. With realistic, responsive environments and a 'behavioural simulation' feature that allows in-game characters to behave and react like real people, it makes for a gaming experience that's truly like no other. Join Natalie as she takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the game and offers insights into the newly uncovered secret history of Darth Vader and his Jedi-hunting apprentice. She'll also be lifting the veil from some of the never-before told stories of key movie characters who also appear in the game. Have fun, and may the Force be with you! For more information visit www.theforceunleashed.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=183 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=183 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:25:45 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The star of the latest Star Wars game reveals a new chapter in the epic saga 00:04:04 The Star Wars saga has gripped millions of fans across the galaxy for more than thirty years, and now a new video game entitled Star Wars: The Force Unleashed promises to expand its epic scope by bridging the gap between episodes 3 and 4 of the film. Natalie Cox stars as Juno Eclipse in the game, and also plays the part of its narrator. But now she's taking time out from skirmishing in the inky blackness of space to host our video feature all about this innovative new foray into the mythos of the Jedi and the Empire. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed features amazing, never-before seen technology designed especially for the new generation of consoles. With realistic, responsive environments and a 'behavioural simulation' feature that allows in-game characters to behave and react like real people, it makes for a gaming experience that's truly like no other. Join Natalie as she takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the game and offers insights into the newly uncovered secret history of Darth Vader and his Jedi-hunting apprentice. She'll also be lifting the veil from some of the never-before told stories of key movie characters who also appear in the game. Have fun, and may the Force be with you! For more information visit www.theforceunleashed.co.uk no Star Wars, Force Unleashed, PS3, XBox 360 Can you feel the Force? cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The star of the latest Star Wars game reveals a new chapter in the epic saga Star Wars, Force Unleashed, PS3, XBox 360 The Star Wars saga has gripped millions of fans across the galaxy for more than thirty years, and now a new video game entitled Star Wars: The Force Unleashed promises to expand its epic scope by bridging the gap between episodes 3 and 4 of the film. Natalie Cox stars as Juno Eclipse in the game, and also plays the part of its narrator. But now she's taking time out from skirmishing in the inky blackness of space to host our video feature all about this innovative new foray into the mythos of the Jedi and the Empire. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed features amazing, never-before seen technology designed especially for the new generation of consoles. With realistic, responsive environments and a 'behavioural simulation' feature that allows in-game characters to behave and react like real people, it makes for a gaming experience that's truly like no other. Join Natalie as she takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the game and offers insights into the newly uncovered secret history of Darth Vader and his Jedi-hunting apprentice. She'll also be lifting the veil from some of the never-before told stories of key movie characters who also appear in the game. Have fun, and may the Force be with you! For more information visit www.theforceunleashed.co.uk Entertainment & Arts/Video Games The fashion season is upon us and as they hit the catwalk, the models taking part in it are guaranteed to look absolutely flawless. But-whisper it-even the most beautiful women in the world have skin problems from time to time. The thing is, it's their job-and that of their teams of expert advisors, of course-to know how to deal with them. But where does that leave the rest of us? An outbreak of spots can make its presence felt at the most inopportune times. As the seasons change, clogged pores caused by perspiration in warm weather can give way to excessive oiliness when things start to get autumnal outside. And for those of us with combination skin, caring for it can be a double bind. What we need is sound advice about reliable regimes for keeping our skin feeling refreshed and looking radiant, whatever the weather. Because, as much as our fashion sense may say about us, our faces are our ultimate statement. Celebrity make-up artist Jackie Tyson understands this better than most. She's taken time out from her busy schedule working as make-up designer on shows including Britain's Got Talent and The X-Factor to answer real women's skincare questions in our exclusive video feature. Whether you've just got back from holiday, you're starting to feel the effects of autumn weather or you're hiding away until those blemishes sort themselves out, Jackie's got no-nonsense advice on simple, natural ways to keep your skin healthy, glowing and feeling good. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=182 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=182 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:07:48 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Celebrity make-up artist Jackie Tyson shows you how to keep your face feeling fresh and looking fabulous 00:02:58 The fashion season is upon us and as they hit the catwalk, the models taking part in it are guaranteed to look absolutely flawless. But-whisper it-even the most beautiful women in the world have skin problems from time to time. The thing is, it's their job-and that of their teams of expert advisors, of course-to know how to deal with them. But where does that leave the rest of us? An outbreak of spots can make its presence felt at the most inopportune times. As the seasons change, clogged pores caused by perspiration in warm weather can give way to excessive oiliness when things start to get autumnal outside. And for those of us with combination skin, caring for it can be a double bind. What we need is sound advice about reliable regimes for keeping our skin feeling refreshed and looking radiant, whatever the weather. Because, as much as our fashion sense may say about us, our faces are our ultimate statement. Celebrity make-up artist Jackie Tyson understands this better than most. She's taken time out from her busy schedule working as make-up designer on shows including Britain's Got Talent and The X-Factor to answer real women's skincare questions in our exclusive video feature. Whether you've just got back from holiday, you're starting to feel the effects of autumn weather or you're hiding away until those blemishes sort themselves out, Jackie's got no-nonsense advice on simple, natural ways to keep your skin healthy, glowing and feeling good. no witch, skincare, make-up Easy steps to a model complexion cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Celebrity make-up artist Jackie Tyson shows you how to keep your face feeling fresh and looking fabulous witch, skincare, make-up The fashion season is upon us and as they hit the catwalk, the models taking part in it are guaranteed to look absolutely flawless. But-whisper it-even the most beautiful women in the world have skin problems from time to time. The thing is, it's their job-and that of their teams of expert advisors, of course-to know how to deal with them. But where does that leave the rest of us? An outbreak of spots can make its presence felt at the most inopportune times. As the seasons change, clogged pores caused by perspiration in warm weather can give way to excessive oiliness when things start to get autumnal outside. And for those of us with combination skin, caring for it can be a double bind. What we need is sound advice about reliable regimes for keeping our skin feeling refreshed and looking radiant, whatever the weather. Because, as much as our fashion sense may say about us, our faces are our ultimate statement. Celebrity make-up artist Jackie Tyson understands this better than most. She's taken time out from her busy schedule working as make-up designer on shows including Britain's Got Talent and The X-Factor to answer real women's skincare questions in our exclusive video feature. Whether you've just got back from holiday, you're starting to feel the effects of autumn weather or you're hiding away until those blemishes sort themselves out, Jackie's got no-nonsense advice on simple, natural ways to keep your skin healthy, glowing and feeling good. Lifestyle/Health British wine taster extraordinaire Oz Clarke has admitted that his desert island drink wouldn't be some grand red wine, an exalted champagne or a venerable vintage port. Instead he would choose the drink of his childhood, pure British organic milk, and in our video Oz is teaching the nation how to become a connoisseur of the white stuff. Oz is an advocate of the 4's: see, smell, savour and swallow. Using skills that would make any sommelier proud, he shows us how to use every sense to swirl, sniff and roll the flavour over your tongue. Think dollops of cream on English scones and Wimbledon strawberries. Organic milk has all the nutritional goodness of non-organic milk, but the fact that the cows are fed on a more natural diet means that there are additional benefits. Not only does the milk contain higher vitamin levels, but traditional production methods mean that you're helping farming in the UK and supporting local industries. Information from OMSCo, the organic milk cooperative, also shows that non-organic milk comes from farms that are allowed to use GM cattle feed, routine antibiotic treatments and synthetic pesticides. These are not permitted on organic farms, which makes it an ethical choice too. OMSCo dairy farmer, Mike Cottrell also backs the Taste Organic Milk initiative to encourage people to take more time to appreciate the real taste of organic milk as a drink, declaring: 'Our farm is organic which is what I believe to be the key to great tasting milk. We use traditional farming methods to produce purer, more natural organic milk that is good for you, the cows and the countryside. Our cattle are fed on the very best quality non GM feed, and our fields are not treated with pesticides. I really believe that happy cows mean great tasting milk.' For more information visit www.tasteorganicmilk.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=181 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=181 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:31:37 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The drinks expert shares his organic milk-tasting expertise in our video on the white stuff 00:02:56 British wine taster extraordinaire Oz Clarke has admitted that his desert island drink wouldn't be some grand red wine, an exalted champagne or a venerable vintage port. Instead he would choose the drink of his childhood, pure British organic milk, and in our video Oz is teaching the nation how to become a connoisseur of the white stuff. Oz is an advocate of the 4's: see, smell, savour and swallow. Using skills that would make any sommelier proud, he shows us how to use every sense to swirl, sniff and roll the flavour over your tongue. Think dollops of cream on English scones and Wimbledon strawberries. Organic milk has all the nutritional goodness of non-organic milk, but the fact that the cows are fed on a more natural diet means that there are additional benefits. Not only does the milk contain higher vitamin levels, but traditional production methods mean that you're helping farming in the UK and supporting local industries. Information from OMSCo, the organic milk cooperative, also shows that non-organic milk comes from farms that are allowed to use GM cattle feed, routine antibiotic treatments and synthetic pesticides. These are not permitted on organic farms, which makes it an ethical choice too. OMSCo dairy farmer, Mike Cottrell also backs the Taste Organic Milk initiative to encourage people to take more time to appreciate the real taste of organic milk as a drink, declaring: 'Our farm is organic which is what I believe to be the key to great tasting milk. We use traditional farming methods to produce purer, more natural organic milk that is good for you, the cows and the countryside. Our cattle are fed on the very best quality non GM feed, and our fields are not treated with pesticides. I really believe that happy cows mean great tasting milk.' For more information visit www.tasteorganicmilk.com no Organic, Milk, Oz Clarke Oz Clarke's favourite tipple cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The drinks expert shares his organic milk-tasting expertise in our video on the white stuff Organic, Milk, Oz Clarke British wine taster extraordinaire Oz Clarke has admitted that his desert island drink wouldn't be some grand red wine, an exalted champagne or a venerable vintage port. Instead he would choose the drink of his childhood, pure British organic milk, and in our video Oz is teaching the nation how to become a connoisseur of the white stuff. Oz is an advocate of the 4's: see, smell, savour and swallow. Using skills that would make any sommelier proud, he shows us how to use every sense to swirl, sniff and roll the flavour over your tongue. Think dollops of cream on English scones and Wimbledon strawberries. Organic milk has all the nutritional goodness of non-organic milk, but the fact that the cows are fed on a more natural diet means that there are additional benefits. Not only does the milk contain higher vitamin levels, but traditional production methods mean that you're helping farming in the UK and supporting local industries. Information from OMSCo, the organic milk cooperative, also shows that non-organic milk comes from farms that are allowed to use GM cattle feed, routine antibiotic treatments and synthetic pesticides. These are not permitted on organic farms, which makes it an ethical choice too. OMSCo dairy farmer, Mike Cottrell also backs the Taste Organic Milk initiative to encourage people to take more time to appreciate the real taste of organic milk as a drink, declaring: 'Our farm is organic which is what I believe to be the key to great tasting milk. We use traditional farming methods to produce purer, more natural organic milk that is good for you, the cows and the countryside. Our cattle are fed on the very best quality non GM feed, and our fields are not treated with pesticides. I really believe that happy cows mean great tasting milk.' For more information visit www.tasteorganicmilk.com Lifestyle/Food & Drink Many of us treat our cars like second homes, but with one major difference-we wouldn't let our homes get that filthy. Decomposing food under seats, dirty pets sharing space with groceries, small children doing 'what small children do'. Unwittingly, we're turning the insides of our cars into breeding grounds for all kinds of unsavoury bacteria, and in some cases we're opening ourselves up to serious risk. In our video feature, Dr Anthony Hilton gets inside some of Britain's commonest types of cars and examines them in microbiological detail. He and his team at Aston University took samples from the areas inside our cars that are most often used or handled-steering wheels, gear sticks, rear seats-and subjected them to rigorous microscopic examination. What they found wasn't pretty; in one case even discovering traces of the E-coli virus. Cleaning the car might seem like a pain, but once you've witnessed Dr Hilton's fascinating exposé of its unwanted hidden passengers, you might well be inclined to think again about giving it a quick once over with an antibacterial wipe or two. For more information visit www.insurance.co.uk http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=178 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=178 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:10:57 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Research shows that dirty car interiors are breeding grounds for hostile bacteria 00:02:47 Many of us treat our cars like second homes, but with one major difference-we wouldn't let our homes get that filthy. Decomposing food under seats, dirty pets sharing space with groceries, small children doing 'what small children do'. Unwittingly, we're turning the insides of our cars into breeding grounds for all kinds of unsavoury bacteria, and in some cases we're opening ourselves up to serious risk. In our video feature, Dr Anthony Hilton gets inside some of Britain's commonest types of cars and examines them in microbiological detail. He and his team at Aston University took samples from the areas inside our cars that are most often used or handled-steering wheels, gear sticks, rear seats-and subjected them to rigorous microscopic examination. What they found wasn't pretty; in one case even discovering traces of the E-coli virus. Cleaning the car might seem like a pain, but once you've witnessed Dr Hilton's fascinating exposé of its unwanted hidden passengers, you might well be inclined to think again about giving it a quick once over with an antibacterial wipe or two. For more information visit www.insurance.co.uk no Insurance, E-coli, micro-biology, car Is your car a toxic trap? cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Research shows that dirty car interiors are breeding grounds for hostile bacteria Insurance, E-coli, micro-biology, car Many of us treat our cars like second homes, but with one major difference-we wouldn't let our homes get that filthy. Decomposing food under seats, dirty pets sharing space with groceries, small children doing 'what small children do'. Unwittingly, we're turning the insides of our cars into breeding grounds for all kinds of unsavoury bacteria, and in some cases we're opening ourselves up to serious risk. In our video feature, Dr Anthony Hilton gets inside some of Britain's commonest types of cars and examines them in microbiological detail. He and his team at Aston University took samples from the areas inside our cars that are most often used or handled-steering wheels, gear sticks, rear seats-and subjected them to rigorous microscopic examination. What they found wasn't pretty; in one case even discovering traces of the E-coli virus. Cleaning the car might seem like a pain, but once you've witnessed Dr Hilton's fascinating exposé of its unwanted hidden passengers, you might well be inclined to think again about giving it a quick once over with an antibacterial wipe or two. For more information visit www.insurance.co.uk News & Media/Science Lifestyle/Parenting This year's Formula 1 season has already been ramped up to fever pitch by jaw-dropping performances from Lewis Hamilton. But the star of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team isn't ready to kick back and relax just yet. He's determined to ascend the podium at the Italian Grand Prix on September 14th and says, "Monza is unique: you can literally feel the history of the place, and it is really, really close to my heart. Lewis kicked off the 2008 season in scorching style when he won the first Grand Prix in Melbourne, having qualified on pole. Despite dramatically destroying his car in practice and having to drive under a spare chassis, he still managed to roar into third place in Bahrain, and was back on the podium yet again at the Spanish Grand Prix. But for F1 fans, the best is yet to come. Lewis and teammate Heikki Kovalainen are locked in tight with each other and that promises double trouble for all-comers both at Monza and at the Singapore Grand Prix on September 28th. The latter event especially marks a milestone in F1 history, being the first ever F1 GP to be raced at night. But why read about that here when you can hear Lewis tell you about it himself? Our exclusive podcast features the F1 superstar giving the inside track on his amazing last ditch triumph at Monaco, and his thoughts on the rest of the season-not to mention a crafty peek at some of the pictures he keeps on his mobile. Hit the link below and be first past the flag with the hottest Hamilton hype. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=177 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=177 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:46:32 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) F1 superstar Hamilton gets revved up for Italian Grand Prix glory 00:02:32 This year's Formula 1 season has already been ramped up to fever pitch by jaw-dropping performances from Lewis Hamilton. But the star of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team isn't ready to kick back and relax just yet. He's determined to ascend the podium at the Italian Grand Prix on September 14th and says, "Monza is unique: you can literally feel the history of the place, and it is really, really close to my heart. Lewis kicked off the 2008 season in scorching style when he won the first Grand Prix in Melbourne, having qualified on pole. Despite dramatically destroying his car in practice and having to drive under a spare chassis, he still managed to roar into third place in Bahrain, and was back on the podium yet again at the Spanish Grand Prix. But for F1 fans, the best is yet to come. Lewis and teammate Heikki Kovalainen are locked in tight with each other and that promises double trouble for all-comers both at Monza and at the Singapore Grand Prix on September 28th. The latter event especially marks a milestone in F1 history, being the first ever F1 GP to be raced at night. But why read about that here when you can hear Lewis tell you about it himself? Our exclusive podcast features the F1 superstar giving the inside track on his amazing last ditch triumph at Monaco, and his thoughts on the rest of the season-not to mention a crafty peek at some of the pictures he keeps on his mobile. Hit the link below and be first past the flag with the hottest Hamilton hype. no Lewis Hamilton, F1, McLaren, Vodafone, Grand Prix "Monza is really, really close to my heart" says Lewis cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk F1 superstar Hamilton gets revved up for Italian Grand Prix glory Lewis Hamilton, F1, McLaren, Vodafone, Grand Prix This year's Formula 1 season has already been ramped up to fever pitch by jaw-dropping performances from Lewis Hamilton. But the star of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team isn't ready to kick back and relax just yet. He's determined to ascend the podium at the Italian Grand Prix on September 14th and says, "Monza is unique: you can literally feel the history of the place, and it is really, really close to my heart. Lewis kicked off the 2008 season in scorching style when he won the first Grand Prix in Melbourne, having qualified on pole. Despite dramatically destroying his car in practice and having to drive under a spare chassis, he still managed to roar into third place in Bahrain, and was back on the podium yet again at the Spanish Grand Prix. But for F1 fans, the best is yet to come. Lewis and teammate Heikki Kovalainen are locked in tight with each other and that promises double trouble for all-comers both at Monza and at the Singapore Grand Prix on September 28th. The latter event especially marks a milestone in F1 history, being the first ever F1 GP to be raced at night. But why read about that here when you can hear Lewis tell you about it himself? Our exclusive podcast features the F1 superstar giving the inside track on his amazing last ditch triumph at Monaco, and his thoughts on the rest of the season-not to mention a crafty peek at some of the pictures he keeps on his mobile. Hit the link below and be first past the flag with the hottest Hamilton hype. Sport/Formula 1 Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. A side-effect of all this self sufficiency is that we're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And we're finding out too that we can eat like royalty without having to spend a king's ransom. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to create gourmet sandwiches for under a fiver? Watch our video podcast below for all you need to know about shopping at the beginning of the week to create a 'capsule sandwich wardrobe.' Learn which ingredients go together, how to pick the fillings that won't go off between purchase on a Monday and the Friday eat, plus everything you need to create the perfect lunchbox... http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=176 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=176 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:08:20 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Celebrate the fine art of sandwich making with our video podcast 00:02:10 Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. A side-effect of all this self sufficiency is that we're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And we're finding out too that we can eat like royalty without having to spend a king's ransom. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to create gourmet sandwiches for under a fiver? Watch our video podcast below for all you need to know about shopping at the beginning of the week to create a 'capsule sandwich wardrobe.' Learn which ingredients go together, how to pick the fillings that won't go off between purchase on a Monday and the Friday eat, plus everything you need to create the perfect lunchbox... no sandwich, lunch, capsule Turn a packed lunch into a five-star feast cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Celebrate the fine art of sandwich making with our video podcast sandwich, lunch, capsule Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. A side-effect of all this self sufficiency is that we're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And we're finding out too that we can eat like royalty without having to spend a king's ransom. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to create gourmet sandwiches for under a fiver? Watch our video podcast below for all you need to know about shopping at the beginning of the week to create a 'capsule sandwich wardrobe.' Learn which ingredients go together, how to pick the fillings that won't go off between purchase on a Monday and the Friday eat, plus everything you need to create the perfect lunchbox... Lifestyle/Food & Drink The sandwich was born and 'bread' in Britain, and our love of sarnies is famous the world over. Concerns about cash in recent times have prompted a swing away from buying pricey shop-bought sandwiches and back to making our own. More and more people are packing their own lunches and eating them 'al desco' at work, and in doing so they're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And, if it needed to be said, schoolkids love them too. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who need to create the perfect school lunchbox on the go? Our video podcast will give busy mums ideas on how to provide suitable school sarnies, from a nutritional and simplicity point of view. We'll be sharing tips about how to make sure the kids polish off all your handiwork and don't spend the rest of the afternoon hungry and snacking when they get home before dinnertime. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=175 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=175 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:05:05 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Learn to create the perfect school lunchbox with our video podcast 00:03:16 The sandwich was born and 'bread' in Britain, and our love of sarnies is famous the world over. Concerns about cash in recent times have prompted a swing away from buying pricey shop-bought sandwiches and back to making our own. More and more people are packing their own lunches and eating them 'al desco' at work, and in doing so they're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And, if it needed to be said, schoolkids love them too. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who need to create the perfect school lunchbox on the go? Our video podcast will give busy mums ideas on how to provide suitable school sarnies, from a nutritional and simplicity point of view. We'll be sharing tips about how to make sure the kids polish off all your handiwork and don't spend the rest of the afternoon hungry and snacking when they get home before dinnertime. no lunch, luchbox, school How to be butty brilliant cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Learn to create the perfect school lunchbox with our video podcast lunch, luchbox, school The sandwich was born and 'bread' in Britain, and our love of sarnies is famous the world over. Concerns about cash in recent times have prompted a swing away from buying pricey shop-bought sandwiches and back to making our own. More and more people are packing their own lunches and eating them 'al desco' at work, and in doing so they're inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. And, if it needed to be said, schoolkids love them too. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who need to create the perfect school lunchbox on the go? Our video podcast will give busy mums ideas on how to provide suitable school sarnies, from a nutritional and simplicity point of view. We'll be sharing tips about how to make sure the kids polish off all your handiwork and don't spend the rest of the afternoon hungry and snacking when they get home before dinnertime. Lifestyle/Food & Drink Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. But, as people increasingly shun pricey shop bought sandwiches in favour of making their own, the nation is inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to make the most out of our lunchbox and 'al desco' dining? Our video podcast will show you how you can also make it into a networking experience with your colleagues. We'll be discussing suitable etiquette for that most confusing of appliances - the office fridge - and what are no-go foods for the office environment. The podcast will also be sharing hints and tips on transforming your desk environment for your lunch hour, to feel as though you have left the office, even when you haven't. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=174 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=174 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:41:31 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Lunching at your desk? Our video podcast shows how to make it a friendly feast 00:01:15 Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. But, as people increasingly shun pricey shop bought sandwiches in favour of making their own, the nation is inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to make the most out of our lunchbox and 'al desco' dining? Our video podcast will show you how you can also make it into a networking experience with your colleagues. We'll be discussing suitable etiquette for that most confusing of appliances - the office fridge - and what are no-go foods for the office environment. The podcast will also be sharing hints and tips on transforming your desk environment for your lunch hour, to feel as though you have left the office, even when you haven't. no food, office, lunch, al desco The Rise of 'Al Desco' Dining cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Lunching at your desk? Our video podcast shows how to make it a friendly feast food, office, lunch, al desco Since the rumblings of economic uncertainty were first felt two years ago, cash concerns have prompted a rapid rise in the trend for so-called 'Al Desco dining'. In order to cut costs, nearly half of Britain's workers now regularly eat at their desks, and one in ten do so every day. 40% of people say they now eat Al Desco. Two thirds of them say it's because it saves time and a third say it's because it saves money. But, as people increasingly shun pricey shop bought sandwiches in favour of making their own, the nation is inadvertently rediscovering the joys of the classic British sarnie. Cheese and pickle and the BLT are the UK's joint favourite sarnies according to the research by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Traditional English fillings have clearly not gone out of style, despite the abundance of exotic flavours seen in chains throughout the country, as ham and cheese and egg and cress came third and fourth respectively. But what about those among us who want to make the most out of our lunchbox and 'al desco' dining? Our video podcast will show you how you can also make it into a networking experience with your colleagues. We'll be discussing suitable etiquette for that most confusing of appliances - the office fridge - and what are no-go foods for the office environment. The podcast will also be sharing hints and tips on transforming your desk environment for your lunch hour, to feel as though you have left the office, even when you haven't. Lifestyle/Food & Drink Many of us have been and are the subject of much playground torment, this can be a very distressing time, for the both the parent and the chid that is going through this. Being bullied can often lead to feelings of worthlessness, but that does not mean that one-day you cannot amount to a great success. TV presenter and style guru Gok Wan shares his experiences of being bullied at school and offers advice on how to combat the situation. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=173 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=173 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:09:49 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Gok Wan offers advice on how to combat bulling 00:02:35 Many of us have been and are the subject of much playground torment, this can be a very distressing time, for the both the parent and the chid that is going through this. Being bullied can often lead to feelings of worthlessness, but that does not mean that one-day you cannot amount to a great success. TV presenter and style guru Gok Wan shares his experiences of being bullied at school and offers advice on how to combat the situation. no Child, Bulling, Gok Wan, Kidscape Gok Wan's advice to kids cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Gok Wan offers advice on how to combat bulling Child, Bulling, Gok Wan, Kidscape Many of us have been and are the subject of much playground torment, this can be a very distressing time, for the both the parent and the chid that is going through this. Being bullied can often lead to feelings of worthlessness, but that does not mean that one-day you cannot amount to a great success. TV presenter and style guru Gok Wan shares his experiences of being bullied at school and offers advice on how to combat the situation. Lifestyle/Parenting What is Ziggy's favourite chat-up line? Who does he fancy in the Big Brother house and who does he think will be getting it on this year? All this and much more will be revealed in this new video interview. In research conducted by DatingDirect.com, the UK's largest online dating service, named 'Do you believe in love at first sight or do I have to walk by again?' as the most popular chat up line - but what strategies does this hunky ex-house member use to get the girl? Ziggy talks about the kind of girl he'd like to get jiggy with, which couples are likely to hook up this year and what it was like coming back to reality after the BB whirlwind. Watch to see everybody's favourite ladies' man in action! For more information visit www.DatingDirect.com with over 3.5million members you are bound to find someone really right for you. http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=172 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=172 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:32:48 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Getting Ziggy with it Hunky ex-house mate Ziggy talks girls, chat up lines and fanciable new house members 00:04:27 What is Ziggy's favourite chat-up line? Who does he fancy in the Big Brother house and who does he think will be getting it on this year? All this and much more will be revealed in this new video interview. In research conducted by DatingDirect.com, the UK's largest online dating service, named 'Do you believe in love at first sight or do I have to walk by again?' as the most popular chat up line - but what strategies does this hunky ex-house member use to get the girl? Ziggy talks about the kind of girl he'd like to get jiggy with, which couples are likely to hook up this year and what it was like coming back to reality after the BB whirlwind. Watch to see everybody's favourite ladies' man in action! For more information visit www.DatingDirect.com with over 3.5million members you are bound to find someone really right for you. no Big Brother, Ziggy, Dating Direct, chat up line, d Getting Ziggy with it cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Getting Ziggy with it Hunky ex-house mate Ziggy talks girls, chat up lines and fanciable new house members Big Brother, Ziggy, Dating Direct, chat up line, d What is Ziggy's favourite chat-up line? Who does he fancy in the Big Brother house and who does he think will be getting it on this year? All this and much more will be revealed in this new video interview. In research conducted by DatingDirect.com, the UK's largest online dating service, named 'Do you believe in love at first sight or do I have to walk by again?' as the most popular chat up line - but what strategies does this hunky ex-house member use to get the girl? Ziggy talks about the kind of girl he'd like to get jiggy with, which couples are likely to hook up this year and what it was like coming back to reality after the BB whirlwind. Watch to see everybody's favourite ladies' man in action! For more information visit www.DatingDirect.com with over 3.5million members you are bound to find someone really right for you. Entertainment & Arts/TV Entertainment & Arts/Entertainment News If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=171 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=171 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:15:23 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get on top of your uni finances with independent financial expert Alvin Hall 00:03:39 If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student no Student finance, money, bank accounts, banking, sa Students, make the most of your money! cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get on top of your uni finances with independent financial expert Alvin Hall Student finance, money, bank accounts, banking, sa If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student Business & Finance/Business News The Football Pools are back, restoring the place of the 'guess the scores' games in British footballing culture. The oldest football gaming business in the world celebrates its 85th anniversary this year and during that time the football landscape has changed irrevocably. In its heyday over a third of the population played the Pools every week, with dreams of financial gain hinging on those potentially life changing Saturday teatime football results. The original millionaire maker, the Football Pools has literally given billions to millions. For generations, the mass distribution of Pools coupons 'around the houses' united the British Public and formed the chatter all week in the run up to the matches. Even players remember the excitement surrounding the Pools and in our video, football legends John Barnes, Alan Hansen, Tony Cascarino, Les Ferdinand, Gordon Banks and Tony Green discuss their memories of choosing 'win, lose or draw.' For more information visit www.footballpools.com http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=170 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=170 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:21:22 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Football legends including Gordon Banks, Alan Hansen and John Barnes reminisce about the British institution that is the football Pools 00:02:10 The Football Pools are back, restoring the place of the 'guess the scores' games in British footballing culture. The oldest football gaming business in the world celebrates its 85th anniversary this year and during that time the football landscape has changed irrevocably. In its heyday over a third of the population played the Pools every week, with dreams of financial gain hinging on those potentially life changing Saturday teatime football results. The original millionaire maker, the Football Pools has literally given billions to millions. For generations, the mass distribution of Pools coupons 'around the houses' united the British Public and formed the chatter all week in the run up to the matches. Even players remember the excitement surrounding the Pools and in our video, football legends John Barnes, Alan Hansen, Tony Cascarino, Les Ferdinand, Gordon Banks and Tony Green discuss their memories of choosing 'win, lose or draw.' For more information visit www.footballpools.com no Football, football pools, Alan Hansen, Gordon Bank The Football Pools relaunch for the 21st century cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Football legends including Gordon Banks, Alan Hansen and John Barnes reminisce about the British institution that is the football Pools Football, football pools, Alan Hansen, Gordon Bank The Football Pools are back, restoring the place of the 'guess the scores' games in British footballing culture. The oldest football gaming business in the world celebrates its 85th anniversary this year and during that time the football landscape has changed irrevocably. In its heyday over a third of the population played the Pools every week, with dreams of financial gain hinging on those potentially life changing Saturday teatime football results. The original millionaire maker, the Football Pools has literally given billions to millions. For generations, the mass distribution of Pools coupons 'around the houses' united the British Public and formed the chatter all week in the run up to the matches. Even players remember the excitement surrounding the Pools and in our video, football legends John Barnes, Alan Hansen, Tony Cascarino, Les Ferdinand, Gordon Banks and Tony Green discuss their memories of choosing 'win, lose or draw.' For more information visit www.footballpools.com Sport/Football News & Media/Sport Long car journeys with kids can be a nightmare and a new survey reveals that it only takes between 21 and 40 minutes for kids to get bored in a car. Nearly three quarters of adults say this is the toughest part of travelling with the kids, with regular trips to the loo and fights breaking out not far behind according to the research commissioned by Admiral Car Insurance. Kids notoriously have short attention spans and their thirst for entertainment can be draining and distracting What parents are in need of is help to keep the kids entertained on the long car journeys that make the summer holidays a nightmare. So armed with the necessary kids' games designed to save the day and make those long trips seem just a little bit shorter is a podcast from Admiral. Presented by kids favourite, Nickelodeon's Laura Hamilton, kids can play classic games from eye spy through to pick that sound - Laura even has a great game to get the kids to sleep, with Sleeping Lions! http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=169 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=169 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:13:10 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Download the Family fun journeys podcast to cut out car trip stress 00:16:48 Long car journeys with kids can be a nightmare and a new survey reveals that it only takes between 21 and 40 minutes for kids to get bored in a car. Nearly three quarters of adults say this is the toughest part of travelling with the kids, with regular trips to the loo and fights breaking out not far behind according to the research commissioned by Admiral Car Insurance. Kids notoriously have short attention spans and their thirst for entertainment can be draining and distracting What parents are in need of is help to keep the kids entertained on the long car journeys that make the summer holidays a nightmare. So armed with the necessary kids' games designed to save the day and make those long trips seem just a little bit shorter is a podcast from Admiral. Presented by kids favourite, Nickelodeon's Laura Hamilton, kids can play classic games from eye spy through to pick that sound - Laura even has a great game to get the kids to sleep, with Sleeping Lions! no Childern, Cars, Games Start your journey the right way this summer cd851a8d5c71512cad25de10fe9b5356 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Download the Family fun journeys podcast to cut out car trip stress Childern, Cars, Games Long car journeys with kids can be a nightmare and a new survey reveals that it only takes between 21 and 40 minutes for kids to get bored in a car. Nearly three quarters of adults say this is the toughest part of travelling with the kids, with regular trips to the loo and fights breaking out not far behind according to the research commissioned by Admiral Car Insurance. Kids notoriously have short attention spans and their thirst for entertainment can be draining and distracting What parents are in need of is help to keep the kids entertained on the long car journeys that make the summer holidays a nightmare. So armed with the necessary kids' games designed to save the day and make those long trips seem just a little bit shorter is a podcast from Admiral. Presented by kids favourite, Nickelodeon's Laura Hamilton, kids can play classic games from eye spy through to pick that sound - Laura even has a great game to get the kids to sleep, with Sleeping Lions! Lifestyle/Parenting Ever gone on holiday, arrived at your destination and not had a clue where to start? The answer is of course in the preparation however, whether you're a perfect planner or a last minute traveller, having some insider knowledge on your destination will enhance your visit and allow you to make the most of your holiday. Fortunately for us, a number of well-travelled experts have collaborated with BAA and come up with a series of six podcasts revealing insider tips from how to get into exclusive restaurants in New York to what 'not' to do on a train in Tokyo. The 'Travel Tips from those in the Know' guides take you off the tourist trail and highlights the local and expert knowledge that only experienced travellers or those that have lived in those cities would know. What's more, if you do tend to leave planning to the last minute, the guides also reveal the best things to pick up at the airport to help you blend in when you get to your destination. In this podcast, John Scott suggests that when you pack think style, elegance and Sunday best. The city's attire is cosmopolitan in a classic old fashioned way... http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=168 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://www.podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=168 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:40:16 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) City Secrets to fly for 00:17:28 Ever gone on holiday, arrived at your destination and not had a clue where to start? The answer is of course in the preparation however, whether you're a perfect planner or a last minute traveller, having some insider knowledge on your destination will enhance your visit and allow you to make the most of your holiday. Fortunately for us, a number of well-travelled experts have collaborated with BAA and come up with a series of six podcasts revealing insider tips from how to get into exclusiv