Dame Julie Andrews' Charming Version on Jane Austen: Top Broadcasts This Week
This Week's Choice
Pride & Prejudice
Is there anyone more suited to retell Austen's most beloved story as opposed to her royal highness Julie Andrews? It may lack Colin Firth drenched, the screen legend acts as a charming and faithful narrator of the timeless love story featuring Elizabeth Bennet together with Mr Darcy. This production, divided into multiple segments, not simply marks the quarter-millennial of the author's birth – it coincides with Andrews’s ninetieth birthday as well!
Accessible on many platforms, weekly releases
Grand Designs Deconstructed
Such is the strain in constructing a personal dream house, Grand Designs stands among the rare TV property shows in which separation is a feature instead of a flaw. Kevin McCloud teams up with James on this pleasant companion series aimed at enthusiasts – and reveals that he was close to using his personal funds for budget-challenged homeowners.
Available via Spotify, episodes weekly
Woman’s Hour Guide to Life
Each Sunday, the presenter Nuala McGovern a focused segment addressing a specific issue using recognized experts and professionals. She kicks off on the theme of friendships – how to make space for them and stay connected – through conversations with author Dolly Alderton, Claire Cohen, Dr Samuel and expert Franco. The tone is chatty, practical and above all, supportive.
On BBC Sounds, episodes weekly
Music, Money & Mayhem
Starting with Pink Floyd and Blur, EMI hosted a deluge of prominent British bands. This podcast presented by the host will surely appeal to audio fans and business heads, as it ably charts the company's downfall by means of conversations with the likes of Neil Tennant and debated ex-chairman Guy Hands.
Widely available, episodes weekly
Coining It
Led by the journalist, this fresh show seems like it could be a typical digital currency tale. Happily, this account about an individual who uncovered a digital flaw that promised endless money and catapulted him starting in Blackpool to Dubai turns out to be an engaging and thoroughly enjoyable adventure – while certainly a warning tale.
Available broadly, new episodes each week
