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31 JUL

Grounded: air traffic control failure throws UK airports into chaos

Planes at major UK airports had to be grounded on Wednesday following a technical glitch at air traffic control. National Air Traffic Services confirmed a radar failure caused the issue. However, the major disruption has led to calls for the head of NATS, Martin Rolfe, to resign. Artificial intelligence continues to shake up the legal scene. We spoke to the founder of Brandsmiths, Adam Morallee, who has developed a new AI-powered trademark search and registration tool. And TikTok will now alert parents when teens post public videos. This comes following the recently announced new internet safety rules, and is an addition to the parental controls they have had in place for over five years. Also in this episode: -Trial assesses whether a blood test can detect 10 cancers in its earliest stages -A radioactive wasp nest was found at the site where the US once made nuclear bombs -66% of new parents say social media creates an overwhelming pressure to succeed, with Izzy Judd -Jack Dorsey’s Bluetooth messaging app Bitchat is here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Jul

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10 min
05/03/2023

Jenna Coleman on Lemons' play, plus Sheridan Smith in Shirley Valentine, and Women, Beware the Devil reviews

We chat with Jenna Coleman and director Josie Rourke backstage at the Harold Pinter Theatre a couple of hours before an evening’s performance of Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons. Also, Nick Curtis and Nancy Durrant review Shirley Valentine at the Duke of York’s Theatre, starring Sheridan Smith. Plus, Nick Clark and Nick Curtis review Lulu Raczka and Rupert Goold’s “ferociously bold” Women, Beware the Devil at the Almeida Theatre. Bonus content: The Standard’s culture team discuss this year’s Olivier Awards nominations. In this episode: Part one: Shirley Valentine starring Sheridan Smith Plus, Olivier Awards nominations (6’31 mins) Park two: Interview with Jenna Coleman and Josie Rourke (12’36 mins) Recorded at the Harold Pinter Theatre for Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Part three: Women, Beware the Devil (23’07 mins) Find us on Twitter #ESTheatrePodcast What to see in the West End right now www.standard.co.uk/theatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/03/2023

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30 min
15/08/2022

Formula E's Alejandro Agag on building a global brand

From an idea on the back of a napkin in 2011 to one of the fastest growing sports in the world, the Formula E story is one of risk-taking, set backs and extraordinary success. We speak to its founder Alejandro Agag about: Getting momentum back after the pandemicSecrets of a successful marketing campaignHow Formula E's innovating commercial electric vehiclesWhy it's "compatible" not "competitive" with Formula 1Gigamine and battery recycling How the end of the combustion engine will promote electric racing For the best business news, analysis and interviews, go to standard.co.uk/business or pick up the Evening Standard newspaper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15/08/2022

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18 min
31/01/2023

The Evening Standard Theatre Podcast...

Up to date, honest reviews of the top theatre shows in London every week, from our critics and culture editors, alongside interviews with the actors and creatives bringing them to the stage. If there's a show you must see (or one to avoid), you'll find out here. A new episode releases every Sunday morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31/01/2023

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1 min
30/01/2023

‘The Black Farmer,’ Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones on taking risks

Nearly twenty years ago, Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones ploughed money from a successful career in marketing into a food business. From day one he took risks, choosing to call his brand ‘The Black Farmer,’ despite research telling him to avoid the “edgy name”. In this episode we talk about: How he built The Black Farmer brand Why he sells “a vision not a product” His belief that good people will find you “if you put it out there” Why some institutions should give up acres of land to people who want to farm Why farming must embrace diversity and new ideas How shows like The Apprentice are pushing impossible Instagram success Wilfred will be appearing at the Evening Standard’s SME XPO at London’s EXCEL on April 25th and 26th along with people like Deborah Meaden, Levi Roots and Charlie Mullins. Go to SMEXPO.co.uk for free tickets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30/01/2023

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24 min
17/08/2024

Mark Effinger (Brave New World preview)

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev meets with Nootopia founder Mark Effinger, AKA Mr Noots. Since launching in 2004, the company says they've helped 300,000 people - including doctors, biohackers, and fitness instructors - unlock their potential. Nootropics are drugs and supplements which proponents say can boost alertness, increase focus, and improve memory. To hear the interview in full just search Brave New World. Disclaimer: you should always seek your own medical advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17/08/2024

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8 min
05/10/2024

Deepak Chopra: Why AI is the future of medicine (Brave New World preview)

For this preview of Brave New World, we look at why AI is the future of medicine. Alternative medicine advocate and best-selling author Deepak Chopra joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to discuss why artificial intelligence is the key to unlocking both personal and spiritual growth, and why humanity is at a crucial crossroads with technology. The health and wellness expert has been at the intersection of science and spirituality for nearly 50 years and recently released his 95th book, titled Digital Dharma. Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/10/2024

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15 min
31/08/2024

Professor Russell Foster (Brave New World preview)

On this preview of Brave New World….Is there such a thing as perfect sleep? Leading expert in circadian neuroscience from Oxford University, Professor Russell Foster, joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to explain the science behind nighttime slumber and why it's crucial to living our best lives awake. The pair discuss everything from sleep hygiene, our circadian rhythm and body clocks, the impact of technology before bed and whether it actually affects us. Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31/08/2024

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8 min
19/11/2024

Has Putin raised nuclear attack threat?

Putin has approved changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine. We speak to political editor, Nicholas Cecil. Patient blood could repair bones, Professor Alvaro Mata of pharmacy and chemical engineering, at the University of Nottingham, explains the study. Plus, The Game Awards 2024 with culture writer, and tv and games editor, Vicky Jessop. Also in this show: UK snow latest: the “first taste of winter” – Met OfficeMove over Gladiator 2, London’s Hidden Gems: Roman Amphitheatre. Read the article here or watch the video here. Police warn 4x4 drivers to stop chasing escaped emu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19/11/2024

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8 min
02/11/2024

Dame Helen Mirren: 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to see GPS' (Brave New World preview)

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren. Now, this is a bit of a break from the usual guests on Tech & Science Daily, but in this wide ranging conversation Evgeny and Dame Helen discuss everything from the evolution of technology, ageing, to the contemporary media landscape and social media. “It’s so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS” Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02/11/2024

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15 min

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