Dame Julie Andrews' Wonderful Version on Austen's Work: Finest Broadcasts of the Week

This Week's Choice
Pride & Prejudice

Who better to recount Austen's best-loved novel than the esteemed Julie Andrews? While it doesn't feature Colin Firth drenched, the iconic actress serves as a delightful and faithful narrator of the original romcom classic centered on Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy. This production, which is broken down into multiple segments, not simply marks the 250th anniversary of the author's birth – it’s Andrews’s 90th birthday as well!
Widely available, episodes weekly

Grand Designs Deconstructed

Such is the strain in constructing a personal large residence, this property series is among the handful of property series where divorce is common as opposed to an error. Kevin McCloud teams up with Greg James in this friendly spin-off aimed at enthusiasts – and reveals that he was near to dipping into his own money for financially strained homeowners.
Available via Spotify, new installments each week

Woman’s Hour Guide to Life

Each Sunday, Nuala McGovern Nuala McGovern a focused segment that tackles a particular topic with familiar voices and experts. She kicks off by discussing friendship – methods to find time for friends and maintain contact – by speaking with author Dolly Alderton, journalist Cohen, therapist Samuel and expert Franco. The tone is chatty, practical and above all, supportive.
Via BBC Sounds, weekly episodes

Music, Money & Mayhem

Starting with Pink Floyd to Blur, the label was home to a deluge of major UK artists. This production hosted by Chris Atkins will certainly please audio fans and business heads, as it skillfully traces the company's downfall by means of conversations with the likes of Neil Tennant and debated past leader Hands.
Widely available, new episodes each week

Coining It

Presented by Goodall, this latest production appears to be it could be another run-of-the-mill digital currency tale. Happily, this story about an individual who uncovered a cryptocurrency error offering limitless funds and launched the person from the seaside town to the Middle East turns out to be a colourful and highly entertaining adventure – if clearly an advisory narrative.
Widely available, new episodes each week

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