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Cheng Man-ch’ing (1902–1975)—also romanized as Zheng Manqing— certainly played a lead role in popularizing tai chi ch'uan throughout the world and greatly influencing the way the art is perceived and practiced. This fact alone should drive all those interested in tai chi to study the man’s history and thought. There is a huge body of writings and video representations of Cheng’s tai chi theory and practice. Unfortunately, much of the available content actually obscures Cheng’s message. The result is that Cheng and his role in tai chi evolution are often not fully understood ...

'Brother', by Nigel Fairs. Auron scientist Gustav Nyrron is back aboard the Liberator, on his way home. But Avon does not trust him, and soon a drugged Nyrron wakes to find himself in Avon’s clutches on a devastated world. In this desert, their pasts are waiting for them...and a devastating truth that will shake their very beliefs to the core. 'Poison', by Iain McLaughlin. Federation Freighter Antares is a ship with many secrets. Why is it making regular runs to a heavily guarded frontier world?

Ex-rocker Vernon (Adrian Edmondson) is a former front man for a punk rock band called The Plague. After living off his wife for the last two decades and spending most of his time in the pub, the two are getting a divorce and he has to move in with his kids. He is genuinely excited about having the chance to be young again, but Max and Milly – and their flatmate David – are mortified.

The most embarrassing dad in the world is back in this hilarious series for girls from TV and radio-comedy writing talent, Nigel Smith. When Dad posts an embarrassing video of Nat online as a joke, she’s furious. Things are set to get much worse, however, when the video goes viral and she...

Laugh-out-loud funny for girls in this hilarious new series from TV and radio comedy writing talent Nigel Smith. The Most Embarrassing Dad in the world is back and embarrassing Nat even more than ever! This time they’re on holiday in France but everything is far from ‘bonne’!...

In series 1 and 2, as his mum and wife, Mary, sit round his bedside and wonder how to wake him up, Ben’s mind is busy elsewhere. In his imagination, he lives with his two-year-old daughter, Blitz (now miraculously grown up), encounters celebrities such as Sue Lawley, Elvis Presley and Tom Paulin, relives memories from his past and gets into a compromising situation with a fellow inmate at a strangely familiar Torquay hotel. Meanwhile, an imaginary sitcom written by him, about coma patients in a hospital, plays in the background.

Introducing "Two Left Feet" – The Football Podcast Like No Other! Hosted by Marilyn Booth and Rebecca Carter-Lindsay, Two Left Feet is the football podcast where clueless meets cutting-edge AI – and somehow, it all makes sense! Expect: Premier League reviews – with all the drama, dodgy decisions, and plenty of laughs. AI-powered predictions – putting technology to the test against pure guesswork. Football for Dummies – because let’s be honest, some rules still make no sense! Wild Takes of the Week – where we discuss the boldest, funniest, and most ridiculous football opinions....

The laugh-out-loud funny girl-series returns – and Nat is more embarrassed than ever! From TV and radio comedy writing talent Nigel Smith. Nat’s class is going on a week-long field trip to hunt for fossils. Cue mouldy log cabins, potholing, map reading and other totally boring...

The laugh-out-loud funny girl-series returns – and Nat is more embarrassed than ever! From TV and radio comedy writing talent Nigel Smith. For some girls the chance to be a bridesmaid is a dream come true. But for Nathalia it’s a total nightmare. From the hideous fairy princess bridesmaid...

At last something laugh-out-loud funny for girls in this hilarious new series from TV and radio comedy writing talent Nigel Smith. The Most Embarrassing Dad in the World was embarrassing Nathalia even before she was born. He went and married Mum, didn’t he? Mum’s last name was De Montfort...

The History Plays is a series of five two-hander plays by Vent author Nigel Smith, which are imagined conversations at key moments in recent history, moments that have permanently changed the British psyche. Starting with Mick Jagger's conviction for drug possession and the surprising pro-Jagger line taken in a Times editorial through the fragmented morality of John Stonehouse, the Indian summer of patriotism over the Falklands, the death of Diana, and the end of the Blair years, The History Plays are a satirical and thoughtful exploration of huge social forces.

The Silly Cinema Club with Jonathan Ball is a fun and easy-going film podcast that explores movies old and new. Each episode takes a look at a mix of upcoming releases, recent hits, classic films, and Jonathan’s personal favourites — with simple explanations, interesting facts, and a very light-hearted touch throughout. From big film franchises to hidden gems, the show breaks things down in a way that’s easy to follow, with a bit of humour along the way. Whether you’re a lifelong film fan or just looking for something new to watch, The Silly Cinema Club is a relaxed and enjoyable ...

A Podcast created for anyone touched by Parkinson's Disease, though of course anyone's welcome. For those long sleepless nights, Poetry and Prose with Nige. -In association with www.poetswall.com, home of 'Poets with Parkinsons' .

Welcome to What's Out There? The podcast channel for Out There Paranormal.Join us as we look into all things spooky, strange, and just plain weird with our eclectic mix of podcast episodes, all delivered in a more light-hearted style but still packed with little tidbits of information.Getting lost in the paranormal world can be both thrilling and bewildering. With a vast array of experiences to dive into, we encourage you to get comfortable and pick an episode from our "What's Out There?" podcast. Each episode features intriguing stories, thought-provoking discussions, and the latest in ...

Mihir Bose – former BBC Sports Editor, David Smith – Economics Editor of the Sunday Times and political commentator Nigel Dudley have been friends since they first met while working at Financial Weekly in 1980s. They have kept in touch regularly, setting the world to rights over various lunches and dinners. With coronavirus making that impossible, what do journalists do, deprived of long convivial lunches over a bottle of red wine or several? Why, podcast of course.Get in contact with the podcast by emailing threeoldhacks@outlook.com, we’d love to hear from you!

Are you a mum, dad or carer of a young baby? Are you frazzled, sleep-deprived, but desperate to make every moment with your baby count? Perhaps you'd love to visit a baby club, but can't. Don't worry - let the baby club come to you. Based on The Baby Club, the ground-breaking CBeebies show, Play...

Get ready for News at Ten-ish – the brand-new, totally unbiased, completely serious (ahem) news podcast brought to you by One Fylde Radio. Hosted by the brilliantly sharp Polly Tickle, this is the news show you didn’t know you needed – covering one or two of the week’s biggest national or international stories, but mostly diving deep into the weird, wonderful, and often ridiculous world of Fylde Coast news. Expect dry wit, a heavy dose of sarcasm, and a satirical take on the headlines – because let’s be honest, in times like these, if you’re not laughing at the news, you’re ...