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Tune in to the Whatever Happened to the likely lads and lasses panel as part of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival.

Up and Coming Crime Writers are interviewed as they share their experiences at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival.

Up and coming crime writers talk about their experiences as part of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024

Attica Locke is Interviewed about her book as part of the Theakston Old Peculiar Crime Writing

Tom Phillips talks about his book at Berwins Salon North 2025

Anita Cleare is Interviewed as part of Berwins Salon North 2025

Patrick Grant speaks about his book at the Raworths Literature Festival 2025

Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason talks about her children's experiences as musicians and with racism

Kate Atkinson talks about her experiences with writing her crime novels and her characters.

Suchet traces Beethoven’s footsteps from his early years in Bonn to his dying days in Vienna, taking us on a journey both literal and symbolic, as he uses his own experience as a Beethoven aficionado to demonstrate the life-changing power of great music.

Lee and Andrew Child are the writers of the popular book series "Reacher" and here they talk about their individual and joint experiences writing them.

Mark Watson Talks about his book "One minute away" Recorded at the Raworths Literature Festival

This Episode you listen Dr Tom Bellamy talk about his new book "Smitten" Recorded at Berwins salon North

Join neurodiversity advocate and podcaster Alex Partridge, co-founder of LADbible and UNILAD, for a deeply personal and practical event exploring life, ADHD, and his books.

Tune in as journalist, commentator, and author, Kat Brown, smashes the stereotypical idea of ADHD with scientific evidence, historical context and provides practical support for ADHD minds as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024. Her book, It's Not A Bloody Trend, is based on Kat’s life experience and extensive interview with leading clinical experience and ADHDers, this podcast is for anyone wondering if what’s always been ‘wrong’ with them might just be undiagnosed ADHD. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Tackling climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today, but what actions actually make a difference? In this episode of HIF Player,  Mike Berners-Lee, author of acclaimed books such as How Bad Are Bananas and There Is No Planet B, discusses climate action asks "who is really in control?" Recorded live as part of Berwins Salon North. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade. This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Tune in as cricketing legend, Monty Panesar, shares the view from his front row seat as he recounts some of the greatest dramas in English cricket, along with his own inspiring story. Interviewed by Matt Stadlen as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024. His autobiography, The Full Monty, is the hilarious, poignant and uplifting story of his life and career, from a happy, cricket-filled childhood in Luton to how he confronted and overcame his issues to regain his place as a national treasure. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Berwins Salon North - Louisa Guise by Harrogate International Festival

Celebrated historical fiction author, Victoria Hislop, speaks to Matt Stadlen as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024. Her latest novel, The Figurine, weaves a tale of history, art and love. Hislop discusses her first foray into the world of archeology as well as the inspiration behind the novel, the significance of cultural heritage and her passion for Greek history. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade

Jane Casey – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Jack Jordan – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Imran Mahmood – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

M W Craven – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Nadine Matheson – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Marie Tierney – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Claire Douglas – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Chris Brookmyre – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Stuart Neville – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Elly Griffiths – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Louise Candlish – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Alan Parks – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Ellery Lloyd – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Chris Whitaker – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Ruth Mancini – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Stuart Turton – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Abir Mukherjee – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

Barbara Havelocke – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview by Harrogate International Festival

For years, Professor Louise Mullany – author of Polite: The Art of Communication at Home, at Work and in Public, has been examining how politeness rules our day-to-day lives – whether it’s speaking to colleagues about issues at work, dealing with difficult family members or wondering if you should eat the last piece of pie. In this episode of HIF Player, Prof Mullany explains how a better understanding of the rules and norms of politeness can help us in all aspects of our work, leisure and home lives. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade. This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Recorded live at Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024. Elly Griffiths is one of the foremost voices in contemporary crime writing and the creator of the much-loved Norfolk-set series featuring forensic psychologist Ruth Galloway as well as the Brighton Mysteries. Her newest novel, The Last Word, is set in rural Sussex against the backdrop of the mysterious death, and possible murder, of a local writer.  Elly discusses her latest bestseller with broadcaster and author Stig Abell. Podcast music by Joseph McDade

This week on HIF player we discover how to get around to the things that count with Oliver Burkeman, recorded live at Berwins Salon North.  In this uplifting and liberating talk, Oliver Burkeman guides us towards building a more meaningful life in a bewildering era– how to get around to what counts in a world of anxieties and distractions. Addressing the fundamental questions about how to live, Oliver offers a powerful new way to take action: a guiding philosophy of life that he calls ‘imperfectionism’. Oliver’s insight will be a source of solace and inspiration, and an aid to a saner, freer, and more enchantment-filled life. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade.

Dorothy Koomson’s gift for unravelling the intricacies of human nature leaves readers utterly spellbound. Amongst her diverse output are a number of expertly crafted crime novels which have enriched the genre. From her bestselling debut The Cupid Effect, through the haunting hit The Ice Cream Girls, to her latest twisty thriller, Every Smile You Fake, her books are always both moving and gripping. A former journalist, Dorothy is the author of 16 novels that have been translated into over 30 languages. The Ice Cream Girls was adapted into an ITV mini-series. Born in London, she lived in Australia for a time before returning to England and settling in Brighton where many of her books are now set. Dorothy discusses her innumerable thrilling novels with Magic FM’s head book worm Natasha Knight Podcast music by Joseph McDade

No one makes such a fuss about good manners like the British, yet in a fast-changing world, few can seem to agree on precisely what the ‘done thing’ is, either. Sunday Times bestselling author and world-leading etiquette expert William Hanson shares his definitive guidance on how to charm in every situation, avoid social faux pas and celebrate our country’s distinctive way of doing things. With the perfect dose of inimitable dry humour, William shares witty and wry observations that bring modern manners bang up to date, from advice on the correct way to queue at the bar to when it is acceptable to wear a top hat. The UK’s leading etiquette expert and Sunday Times bestselling author brings a joyful, witty and comprehensive commentary on modern manners, charm and all things ‘good and proper’ Interviewed live by Anna Lawlor as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival Podcast Music by Joseph McDade

This week on HIF player we learn all about connections with Nick Couldry, recorded live at Berwins Salon North.  In this compelling and urgent podcast, Nick Couldry argues that Big Tech is quietly seizing control over our most valuable resource – our personal data. This isn’t just about privacy; it’s about how your data is being used to shape your behaviour, your choices, and even your future. Nick explains how we ended up here and, more importantly, what we can do about it. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade.

Richard discusses books old, new and future in this interview with 2024 Programming Chair Ruth Ware. Richard has gone from national institution and much loved TV personality to publishing phenomenon. His wonderful Thursday Murder Club series has sold more than 10 million copies worldwide and made him the biggest new fiction author of the decade. In a time of celebrity novelists, Richard is the real deal – crafting smart, thrilling, laugh-out-loud books that readers rightly love.

Wine is one of the most popular drinks across the globe, it brings people together and has a rich social and cultural history, it's also astoundingly delicious. But it can also be intimidating, confusing and unnecessarily complicated. It can be hard to know where to start: how is wine made? What's the difference between red and white? How do I know what to buy in a shop? Am I holding my glass correctly? In this modern, accessible, warm and funny introduction to wine, Tom Surgey answers all these questions and more; doing away with old-school snobbery and teaching you how to get the most out of your favourite drink. Interviewed live by Matt Stadlen as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival Podcast Music by Joseph McDade

This week on HIF player we explore the most surprising events in recent years with journalist, writer and broadcaster Phoenix Andrews, recorded live at Berwins Salon North.  He sheds light on the fascinating world of fandoms and reveals how a passion wave of people power has become the hidden force behind the most surprising events in recent history – from the mass movements resulting in Brexit and Trump, culture wars and conspiracy theories, to online engagement that enriches lives and inspires positive social and political change. Podcast Music by Joseph McDade.

Tune into Erin Kelly and Jane Casey recorded live at Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024. Erin Kelly and Jane Casey have both produced a string of hugely impressive novels, creating books and characters that speak to a generation. As well as possessing brilliantly twisted minds, they are fabulously entertaining speakers and this conversation between two smart, insightful crime writers is not to be missed. A natural storyteller, Erin is the author of such outstanding novels as He Said, She Said and The Skeleton Key. Exploring the dark consequences of obsession and guilt with consummate skill, she has readers clamouring for more. Dublin-born Jane Casey is the creator of the standard-setting Maeve Kerrigan series as well as several acclaimed standalones. Her rare gift for sharp dialogue, complex characterisation and meticulous plots have made the Kerrigan novels an unmissable treat. Podcast music by Joseph McDade.

Join Tom Chatfield, author and tech philosopher, as we explore the co-evolution of humanity and technology – and the lessons our deep past may hold for the present – from the first use of tools and the taming of fire to the development of the computer, the creation of the internet and the emergence of AI.

Recorded live at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024. Listen along to two of the most popular crime fiction authors in the business in conversation at this year's Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival. Collectively, Vaseem Khan and Abir Mukherjee are the Red Hot Chilli Writers and present a riotous podcast of the same name. Individually, they craft superb historical and contemporary novels that shouldn’t be missed. Vaseem is the creator of two much-loved series, the Inspector Ganesh novels and the Malabar House series, both set in India. The latest, Death of a Lesser God, is a beautifully written and insightful thriller. Abir’s latest book, the heart-stopping Hunted, is a blistering departure from his award-winning Wyndam and Banerjee series. In it, two parents race to find their children before the FBI does in the hope of preventing an unimaginable atrocity. Podcast music by Joseph McDade.

This week on HIF player we debunk the myths behind running with Allie Bailey, recorded live at Berwins Salon North. Named by The Guardian as “one of the most inspiring female adventurers in the UK”, ultrarunner, adventurer and endurance running and mindset coach Allie Bailey has finished over 200 marathons and ultramarathons and run in some of the most extreme places in the world. The most remarkable thing about all of her achievements, however, is that she accomplished most of them while battling depression and alcoholism.