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The Oldie magazine’s podcast featuring discussion and debate around the lead features in the latest magazine, plus live recordings from our famous Literary Lunches. Presented by Harry Mount.
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Dive into ”Reel Life & Real Life”, the podcast where the silver screen meets everyday scenes! Join us as we unpack the drama, the laughs, and the unexpected plot twists of both our favorite movies and our own lives. Whether we’re dissecting the latest blockbuster, sharing hacks for a stress-free lifestyle, or finding the life lessons in our beloved rom-coms, you’re in for a rollercoaster of wit, wisdom, and cinematic fun. Tune in for lively discussions, quirky insights, and a double feature ...
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Step back into New Testament times--to Ancient Jerusalem at the time of Christ and of the historical Roman Empire, and ask: What could a cynical, non-conformist dry-goods salesman, a disgruntled blacksmith, and a musing mendicant all have in common? The answer: Down deep, they all seek something better. But will they find true fulfillment they are seeking? The non-conformist, Manaheem, Herod's foster brother, is hired by Herod to foment an insurrection against Pontius Pilate, whom he distrus ...
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Nature guru Philippa Forester spent years in America with bears and wolves. She now returns to the UK writing about Wild Woman and told The Oldie Literary Lunch about her journey. The Literary Lunch was held at The National Liberal Club on Tuesday 13th August, kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Photos by Amelia Milne. Recordings b…
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Architect Paul Davis known as Mr Chelsea addressed The Oldie Literary Lunch on Tuesday 13th August 2024 at The National Liberal Club about his latest book, available to buy at RIBA, called 'Mr Chelsea: A Life in Rock n' Roll & Architecture From The Kings Road To Toyko'. The lunch was kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Photos by Am…
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Absolutely Fabulous Helen Lederer spoke The Oldie Literary Lunch on 13th August 2024 about her biography Not That I'm Bitter. The audience was in stitches as she spoke candidly about sex, fame and being a woman. The lunch was kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Photos by Amelia Milne and recordings by Tom Assheton.…
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Dive into the whimsical world of "Mr. Queen" with our in-depth review! Explore the captivating storyline, brilliant performances, stunning cinematography, and the fascinating behind-the-scenes details of this hit Korean drama. Join us as we dissect the cultural impact and draw comparisons with its Chinese counterpart, "Go Princess Go." Don’t miss o…
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Join us as we delve into the captivating world of "Under the Queen's Umbrella," a historical drama that intertwines royal intrigue with the unyielding strength of a mother. In this episode, we explore the richly developed characters, stunning cinematography, and masterful scriptwriting that make this series a must-watch. We'll also draw fascinating…
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Dive into the heartwarming and heart-wrenching world of "Crash Landing on You" with us on this episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast." We unravel the captivating storyline of a South Korean heiress who accidentally lands in North Korea, sparking a love story with a stoic army officer. Discover the behind-the-scenes drama, t…
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Join us on this episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast" as we delve into the electrifying world of "Black Lightning." From its compelling storyline and powerful performances to its bold social commentary and behind-the-scenes drama, we leave no stone unturned. We also compare it with "Raising Dion" and the new British series…
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Dame Zandra Rhodes brought colour to The Oldie Literary Lunch on 23rd July 2024 speaking to the audience about her biography Iconic. The lunch was kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Photos by Neil Spence and recordings by Tom Assheton.由The Oldie Podcast
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Ingrid Seward, Royal biographer and Editor-in-chief at Majesty magazine, addressed The Oldie Literary Lunch on 23rd July 2024 about King Charles III and his mother, with royal scoops and revelations, revealing that Princess Diana and Charles HAD been in love. Listen here! The lunch was kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Photograph…
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Helen McGinn, wine host of Saturday Kitchen on BBC One, speaks at The Oldie Literary Lunch on 23rd July 2024 about her latest novel Island of Dreams and all things wine. Photographs by Neil Spence Photography and the lunch was kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Recordings by Tom Assheton.…
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Get ready to have your heartstrings tugged in this week's episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast." Join Ade as we dive deep into the enchanting world of Chinese dramas, spotlighting the most romantic saga of all time: "Eternal Love" (Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms). Discover why this epic love story, …
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Join Ade Akinnadeju on a captivating journey into the world of drama enthusiasts, where passion meets economics. From the streaming revolution that reshaped how we consume entertainment to the box office blockbusters that drive local economies, discover how drama lovers are not just consumers but pivotal contributors to a thriving global industry. …
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Dive deep into the universe of "Strong Girl Bong-soon" in this electrifying episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast." Join host Ade as we explore the phenomenal journey of Bong-soon, a super-powered woman breaking societal norms, and the heartwarming romance with Ahn Min-hyuk that stole our hearts. We'll delve into the franch…
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Join Ade on this enchanting episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast" as we dive deep into the magical world of Disney's "Descendants" franchise, focusing on the new sensation "Descendants: Rise of Red." Explore the evolution of this beloved series, its impactful storytelling, and the captivating spin-offs and prequels that ha…
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In this episode of "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast," we delve into the mesmerizing world of "Beauty Strategy," the Chinese drama adaptation of the hit web novel "Spirit Queen." Join us as we explore the intricate plot, complex characters, and stunning visuals that bring Lin Ruoxi's journey from powerless pawn to formidable queen…
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Step into the ultimate collision of reality and fiction with Ade Akinnadeju! From the hilarious mishaps of daily life to the dramatic twists of your favorite shows, join Ade as she blurs the lines between reel and real, bringing you laughter, insights, and a fresh perspective on the stories that shape our lives. Get ready for a rollercoaster of fun…
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In this episode of Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast, we unravel the enchanting world of "Hidden Love," the Chinese drama sensation directed by Ching-Jung Lee, starring the irresistible duo Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan. Join Ade as she dives into the emotional rollercoaster of this heartwarming and suspenseful tale of forbidden love.…
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YouTube-somnia!! Welcome to "Reel Life and Real Life: The AdeAkinnadeju Podcast"! Join Ade, your fun and quirky host, as she hilariously chronicles the rollercoaster journey of starting a new YouTube channel. From sleepless nights over monetization to the anxiety of checking subscriber counts every minute, Ade's witty anecdotes and one-liners will …
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Think all East Asian dramas are Chinese? Think again! In this episode of "The Great Drama Mix-Up: Unraveling the East Asian TV Confusion", join Ade as they hilariously dissect why we keep calling K-dramas and J-dramas Chinese dramas. From swoon-worthy Korean romances to quirky Japanese plotlines and epic Chinese sagas, we'll untangle the cultural s…
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Dive into the world of "The Princess and Her Four Husbands," where chaos reigns and romance knows no bounds! Join Ade as we unravel the comedic brilliance of this Chinese drama series adapted from the beloved novel "Four Husbands? No Problem!" From the stoic General Ling to the flamboyant Scholar Wen, the cunning Merchant Zhao, and the mysterious A…
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Ever wondered why we're told to "break a leg" instead of just saying good luck? Or why we talk about "spilling the beans" instead of just confessing? Welcome to "Idiomatic Insanity: The Crazy World of Phrases"! Join Ade as they hilariously dissect the most bizarre idioms, uncover their strange origins, and try to make sense of the nonsensical. From…
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Ready for a rollercoaster of emotions? Buckle up for "Plot Twists & Tanghulu: Unveiling Chinese Drama's Juiciest Secrets"! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the whirlwind world of Chinese dramas, where every episode packs a punch and every secret is juicier than a tanghulu skewer. From hidden heirs and surprise twins to epic betrayals and for…
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Ever wondered what's really going on behind those big, curious baby eyes? Join us for a delightful dive into the mini-mind with "Inside the Crib: Decoding Baby Brainwaves". In this episode, we’ll play detective in diapers, exploring the secret thoughts and adorable musings of our tiniest humans. From baby’s first conspiracies on how to get that ext…
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Charlotte Metcalf is a journalist, editor, award-winning documentary film-maker and was co-presenter of the Break Out Culture podcast. She is Supplements Editor and a frequent contributor at The Oldie. Pattie Boyd was the instantly recognisable ingenue face of the Sixties, photographed by David Bailey, Terence Donovan and many more. She was catapul…
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The Oldie hosted a Literary Lunch in Salisbury at The Guildhall on Tuesday 11th June to raise money for the Salisbury Samaritans, a charity we closely support. The lunch was sponsored by our friends at Noble Caledonia River Cruises. Our guest speakers were Katie Hickman, Linda McDougall and Rev Richard Coles. Richard Coles is an English writer, rad…
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The Oldie hosted a Literary Lunch in Salisbury at The Guildhall on Tuesday 11th June to raise money for the Salisbury Samaritans, a charity we closely support. The lunch was sponsored by our friends at Noble Caledonia River Cruises. Our guest speakers were Katie Hickman, Linda McDougall and Rev Richard Coles. Linda McDougall is a New Zealand-born j…
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The Oldie hosted a Literary Lunch in Salisbury at The Guildhall on Tuesday 11th June to raise money for the Salisbury Samaritans, a charity we closely support. The lunch was sponsored by our friends at Noble Caledonia River Cruises. Our guest speakers were Katie Hickman, Linda McDougall and Rev Richard Coles. Katie Hickman is an English novelist, h…
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Charlotte Metcalf is a journalist, editor, award-winning documentary film-maker and was co-presenter of the Break Out Culture podcast. She is Supplements Editor and a frequent contributor at The Oldie. Rebecca Hossack is the Australian art gallerist known for introducing Aboriginal art to England and her beautiful Fitzrovia gallery. She is both fun…
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Charlotte Metcalf is a journalist, editor, award-winning documentary film-maker and was co-presenter of the Break Out Culture podcast. She is Supplements Editor and a frequent contributor at The Oldie. Edward Burtynsky is a Canadian artist and photographer and award-winning film-maker. A recent major retrospective at London’s Saatchi Gallery showed…
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Tom Assheton is an editor, producer and presents the Bloody Violent History podcast. His career spans time in the army, as a land agent and owner of a cigar and coffee company. Mary Killen is a very well-known and prolific journalist and the author of several books. She’s instantly recognisable today for being on Gogglebox with her husband Giles. S…
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Writing Love From Venice has "literally given me a new lease of life" – Gill Johnson speaking at The Oldie lunch Gill Johnson told The Oldie, 'I have never published a word in my life, never have I had any ambition to do so, so how did a over 90 year old non-celebrity first time author get to write a book?' Gill stayed seated and delivered a evocat…
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As the 5th July beckons, how topical that Geoffrey Wheatcroft spoke to The Oldie about 'Bloody Panico: Or, Whatever Happened to The Tory Party'. The election is more 'send in the clowns' than 'things can only get better'. Geoffrey retorted, 'I have never felt more gratitude to anyone than I do to Rishi Sunak, calling this election just as my book i…
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When Liz Truss pulled out of The Oldie Literary Lunch, leading classicist author, Daisy Dunn, stepped in. Daisy, who wrote the Ladybird guide to Homer, has just written 'The Missing Thread', which is a new history of the ancient world through women. Daisy set the record straight that in no way was this a history, where she had shoehorned 'some girl…
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Charlotte Metcalf is a journalist, editor, award-winning documentary film-maker and was co-presenter of the Break Out Culture podcast. She is Supplements Editor and a frequent contributor at The Oldie. John Humphrys is the legendary BBC journalist who presented Radio Four’s Today for 30 years. He talks about his Welsh upbringing, how Superman inspi…
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Wearing an elegant cream suit and American accent, almost remnant of Wallis Simpson, historian Jane admitted to The Oldie audience of the huge challenges, facing her when writing about Edward VIII. "There is no denying that the material I presented in Once A King paints a very different portrait of Edward VIII than the one that we have in recent ye…
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It was rather ironic that Lady Anne Somerset addressed The Oldie about her latest book on Queen Victoria, at The National Liberal Club, yesterday because as Gladstone said of Queen Victoria,"there is no greater Tory in the land!" "It's wonderful to be talking to you here today, the only thing that is perhaps a bit awkward is that the event is takin…
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Twentieth Century Heroines. 1.Citation 2. Edith Cavell 3. Maxine Elliott 4. Gertrude Bell 5. WW2 Operations 6. Ursula Graham Bower 7. MI9 a. Pat O’Leary Line b. Nancy Wake c. Dédé d. Mary Lindell 8. Virginia Hall 9. Special Operations Executive 10. SOE Women a. Vera Atkins b. Noor Khan c. Violette Szabo d. Odette Churchill 11. Bletchley Park 12. Th…
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"You would make a good Labour MP!" said Chaplin, and "Selfish, arrogant he believes he is at the centre of the world - he is a great man!" said Charles de Gaulle about Churchill. Sinclair McKay reveals Winston's encounters at The Oldie Literary Lunch. Why is Sinclair's book called '90 Encounters?' Well, Churchill was the 'dazzling' age of 90 when h…
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'There is a sort-of link between my two books', Rick Stroud told The Oldie audience today, 'I have had an enormous amount of satisfaction trying to write about very, very brave women'. Rick's latest book 'I'm Not Afraid of Looking Into The Rifles' was sold to Publisher, Simon & Schuster on what would have been his late daughter Nell's 47th birthday…
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Charles Spencer recounted, to The Oldie Literary Lunch today, the stories of 24 boys who had been at Maidwell Hall in 1972 and the terrifying story of how the Headmaster's religion had affected them. The Headmaster told one boy that he was 'outraged that the boy's parents were getting divorced'. This was something that the boy was clearly strugglin…
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To salute the 80th anniversary of the Great Escape and the recent article about POW Roger Mortimer by his son, Charlie Mortimer we present this discussion between Tom Assheton and James Jackson on Great Escapes – events that have captured the imagination for generations. From the simplest adoption of disguise to the longest tunnels, both successful…
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Welcome to this special episode to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the capture of General Kreipe. One of the greatest feats in Patrick Leigh Fermor's remarkable life was the kidnapping of General Kreipe, the German commander in Crete, on 26 April 1944. He and Captain Billy Moss hatched a daring plan to abduct the general, while ensuring that no r…
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