Julie Andrews' Charming Interpretation on Jane Austen: The Best Broadcasts of the Week

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Pride & Prejudice

Is there anyone more suited to retell Austen's most beloved tale than the esteemed Julie Andrews? Although missing Colin Firth soaking wet, the iconic actress acts as a charming and true narrator of the timeless romantic comedy about Elizabeth Bennet together with Mr Darcy. This production, divided into two dozen plus installments, not only marks the 250-year mark since Austen was born – it coincides with Andrews’s 90th birthday also!
Widely available, weekly releases

Grand Designs Deconstructed

So great is the pressure in constructing a personal large residence, Grand Designs stands among the rare TV property shows where marital breakdown is common instead of a flaw. The host joins forces with Greg James on this friendly spin-off for superfans – and confesses that he was close to using his own money for financially strained homeowners.
On Spotify, episodes weekly

Woman’s Hour Guide to Life

Each Sunday, Nuala McGovern Nuala McGovern a focused segment covering a specific issue through well-known speakers and specialists. She starts off by discussing friendship – how to make space for friends and stay connected – by speaking with author Dolly Alderton, Claire Cohen, therapist Samuel and Dr Marisa G Franco. It’s conversational, useful and, most importantly, supportive.
Via BBC Sounds, episodes weekly

Music, Money & Mayhem

Including Pink Floyd up to Blur, EMI featured a deluge of prominent British bands. This audio series led by the host is bound to appeal to music enthusiasts and finance experts, as it skillfully traces EMI's failure by means of conversations featuring Pet Shop Boy Neil Tennant and controversial past leader Guy Hands.
Accessible on many platforms, weekly releases

Coining It

Led by Goodall, this latest production sounds like it may turn into another run-of-the-mill digital currency tale. Fortunately, this story of a man who found a bitcoin glitch that suggested limitless funds and catapulted him from Blackpool to the Emirates emerges as an engaging and highly entertaining caper – if clearly a cautionary one.
Available broadly, new episodes each week