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In this captivating second volume of memories from the Great War (WWI), celebrated war cartoonist and social observer, Bairnsfather, shares his journey from recovery after the Second Battle of Ypres to the historic Armistice. Struggling with the aftermath of his injuries, Bairnsfathers military career takes an unexpected turn when he is removed from combat service. However, this seemingly unfortunate twist becomes a serendipitous opportunity as he joins British Intelligence as an authorized war cartoonist—one of the few during the war. Tasked with visiting various allied fronts, he captures ...

Bennett served in various roles during the WWI effort, and his firsthand experiences on the Western Front inspired this poignant collection of essays written in 1915. In these reflections, he captures the essence of war and the profound impact it had on him. Notably, he declined the honor of an OBE (Order of the British Empire) at the wars conclusion, emphasizing his humility and dedication. - Summary by David Wales

In 1915, Oscar Hornung, the son of renowned author E W Hornung, was tragically killed at Ypres after just a year of service in Flanders, at the tender age of 20. Two years later, E W Hornung stepped forward to assist in running a YMCA canteen situated close to the front lines. This poignant book chronicles Hornungs personal experiences in Northern France, where he began by aiding in a canteen and later established a library for the soldiers. Driven by a desire to be near his sons final resting place, Hornung sought to connect with the brave young men fighting in the war and to enhance their ...

In this captivating memoir, Harold Ashton lifts a small corner of the wars curtain to share his remarkable experiences—a week navigating the North Sea and a whirlwind of days in Northern France. He artfully weaves together the threads of both tragedy and comedy as they unfolded around him. The tragedy is stark and unvarnished, while the comedy offers a glimmer of hope amidst the darkest times. With each ring of his little bell, he invites us to smile even when the music may seem out of tune. At the onset of the First World War, Ashton took on the role of War Correspondent for The Daily News,...

In the summer of 2025, journalist and writer Ruth Andrew Ellenson sat down with famed photographer Bill Aron, and recorded more than 12 hours of interviews. For nearly 50 years, Bill traveled the world, photographing Jewish communities as near as his home of Los Angeles, and as far away as the Soviet Union. From the American South to Cuba, from New York to Jerusalem, Bill captured it all. This series reveals never before heard stories from the artist himself. The American Jewish Historical Society presents The World in Front of Me with Bill Aron, hosted by Ruth Andrew Ellenson. The World in ...

Full audiobook of All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque, read in a calm male voice at a slow pace. Ideal for thoughtful, immersive listening, study, or relaxation. Experience this powerful WWI classic through steady, reflective narration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Front Room WSM present the Front Room WSM Podcast! We are a fringe theatre venue in Weston-super-Mare - we programme comedy, theatre, family shows, music and so much more! Our podcast is an exclusive insight into the workings of Front Room - we'll chat to the team, our volunteers, artists who visit us and anything else that needs shouting out. Come on in!

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Cinema plans start here. Front Row gives you a quick, clear guide to what’s opening across UK cinemas each month. From Hollywood hits to indie discoveries, as well as an insider guide to the festivals we cover for the blog, it’s film talk for the train, the walk, or the brew break — straight from the team behind TheJackSmit.com and their video series The Journal.Listen to episodes here on your podcast platform of choice, and watch episodes with clips from all featured films across TheJackSmit.com socials.

Audrey Charlyes is the founder of Maison Charlyes Jacquet, a boutique dedicated to making luxury accessible through curated pieces from Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and beyond. A lifelong fashion lover and storyteller, Audrey brings a unique voice to the world of luxury — blending insider perspective with personal elegance. On Front Row with Audrey Charlyes: The Confidential Edition, she invites listeners into her world: the fashion front row, the confidential conversations behind the marble, and the intimate stories that shape her life with wit, warmth, and a love for authenticity.

Who are the people who’ve changed your life? Perhaps it’s someone who inspired you to achieve more, or someone who drove you to succeed just to prove them wrong. It could be your closest friend or a stranger you met once in the street; a fictional character or a lifelong companion. Join BAFTA-winning actress, Rebecca Front, best known for her leading roles in 'The Thick of It' and 'Inspector Lewis, where she will reunite with some of her favourite co-stars and close friends from the world of TV and film who will tell the stories of the three people who’ve changed their lives and the ...

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Here on Flashbacks we like to get all nostalgia-like about the movies of our past. Movies from the 80’s, 90’s, and early 2000’s that have shaped the way we look at cinema and pop culture today, and how those movies have given us insights and hope in our everyday lives.

Every month the Front Porch Book Club features two episodes on our selected book. The first episode is Linda and Nancy discussing the book from their perspective. The second episode invites the author or an expert to delve deeper into the book. Our book selections are eclectic: fiction, autobiography, history, memoir, investigative journalism, and classics. They are books that give us insights into how we may be more intentional, creative, and loving in our lives.

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