Welcome to a special edition of the Great British Podcast Newsletter, brought to you by BBC Sounds.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n And it\u2019s a big one. This bumper edition contains *all* the nominations for the upcoming British Podcast Awards 2021<\/a>, powered by Amazon Music, celebrating the best podcasting in the country. They were announced on Friday by Hannah and Suruthi from Redhanded<\/a> – you can watch it back on the British Podcast Awards<\/a> website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The awards, which are supported by Amazon Music<\/a>, will be held on Saturday 10th July at Brockwell Park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To listen to any of these podcasts, all you need to do is click on the corresponding link. We\u2019ll be publishing a special edition of this newsletter shortly after the event too, with the full list of winners too. Happy listening (and congratulations to all the nominees).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Arts and Culture Podcast (supported by Create Podcasts)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Happy Place<\/a> – Fearne Cotton chats about happiness with celebrities and wellness experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Real Dictators<\/a> – Paul McGann narrates a series looking at the lives of tyrants, from Hitler to Kim Jong-Un, evaluating what shares their tyrannic rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shade Podcast<\/a> – Lou Mensah presents a thought provoking series weaving in themes of race, identity and art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Empire Film Podcast<\/a> – Chris Hewitt, Helen O\u2019Hara, James Dyer and a special fourth host review the latest films (and celebrate some classic hidden gems).<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Secret Life of Songs<\/a> – A 10 part pop music podcast that picks apart a classic record, with interpretations of its musical and lyrical meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Transmissions<\/a> – Narrated by Maxine Peake, this series tells the definitive history of the iconic and groundbreaking bands Joy Division and New Order, using interviews and archive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Branded Content Podcast (supported by Acast Creative)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Gardening with the RHS<\/a> – The Royal Horticultural Society\u2019s gardening podcast, with advice and interviews with horticultural experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grilling<\/a> – In association with Weber BBQs, Simon Rimmer and guests share tips and memories about cooking and barbecuing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Military Wives: The Official Film Podcast<\/a> – To accompany the film, Gaby Roslin speaks to Kristin Scott Thomas and Sharon Horgan, along with members of the real Military Wives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Table Manners with Jessie Ware<\/a> – Jessie Ware and her mum Lennie invite guests (virtually) over for dinner, partnering with Jameson\u2019s Whiskey and Sainsburys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Crown: The Official Podcast<\/a> – Edith Bowman speaks to the stars and creators of The Crown about the latest series of the much loved Royal Netflix series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Midpoint<\/a> – Gabby Logan speaks to well-known names such as Rio Ferdinand and Richard Bacon about the reality of middle age and the unexpected benefits it brings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Business Podcast (supported by Wondery)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Doing It For The Kids<\/a> – A podcast for parents who also happen to be freelancers, presented by Steve Folland and Frankie Tortora.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How To Own The Room<\/a> – Comedian and broadcaster Viv Groskop speaks to interesting and inspiring women about the art of public speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Money Maze Podcast<\/a> – Simon Brewer and Will Campion navigate you through the often complicated world of finance and investment, for anyone interested in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Diary of a CEO <\/a>– Steven Bartlett, CEO of Social Chain, shares his diary of his learnings in business and speaks to business leaders on their successes and learnings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Voiceover Social<\/a> – Nic Redman and Leah Marks explore the voiceover industry with a touch of humour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We Built This City: Greater Manchester<\/a> – Created by Roland Dransfield, this series speaks to the people born, raised or adopted by the great city of Manchester. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Comedy Podcast (supported by Stitcher)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Beef and Dairy Network<\/a> – Created by Ben Partridge, this fictional and often surreal comedy series looking at the beef and dairy industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Dear Joan and Jericha<\/a> – The filthy agony aunt series by Vicki Pepperdine and Julia Davis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hidden Ireland<\/a> – A spoof of those investigative podcasts that are all the rage at the moment, Michael Stranney attempts to show us the real <\/em>Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kurupt FM<\/a> – The stars of the BBC Three\u2019s \u201cPeople Just Do Nothing\u201d have now got their own Audible podcast series, presented from their own podcast studio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Poppy Hillstead Has Entered The Chat<\/a> – Poppy Hillstead dives into the surreal modern world of internet forums, with Poppy and friends recreating her online conversations with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SeanceCast<\/a> – A 15-minute comedy-horror series created by Charlie Dinkin and Zoe Tomalin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Current Affairs Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Interconnected Voices<\/a> – A podcast amplifying voices underrepresented in British media, which also includes The Black Voices Collection, exploring what it means to be Black and British. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Stories of our Times <\/a>– The Times and The Sunday Times\u2019 daily news podcast, presented by Manveen Rana and David Aaronovitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Intelligence<\/a> – All of what you need to know about the UK and the world from the team at The Economist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Oxfordshire News Podcast<\/a> – The latest news from Oxfordshire, from the Jackfm news team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today in Focus<\/a> – The Guardian\u2019s daily podcast by Anushka Asthana and Rachel Humphreys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your Broccoli Weekly<\/a> – Diyora Shadijanova and two guests dissect the three biggest stories of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Daily Podcast (supported by Spotify)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Anthems<\/a> – Manifestos, speeches and stories on a particular theme over the course of a month. Series have included \u2018Pride,\u2019 \u2018Women\u2019 and \u2018Home.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stories of our Times<\/a> – The daily news podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times, also broadcast each day on their new radio station Times Radio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Intelligence<\/a> – The daily news podcast by The Economist team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Santa Daily <\/a>– Santa himself provides a daily update for kids on how he is preparing for Christmas Eve night, thanks to the team at Fun Kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today in Focus<\/a> – The Guardian\u2019s daily news podcast, with analysis from reporters and experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wake Up, Wind Down<\/a> – Crafted audio to start and end your day, from the mind of Niall Breslin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Documentary Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hometown: A Killing<\/a> – Mobeen Azhar visits his hometown of Huddersfield to investigate the life and death of Mohammed Yassar Yaqub, who died in a police shooting on a slip road in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ida Schuster’s Old School<\/a> – Ida Schuster, the world\u2019s oldest podcaster, presents a series on her 101 year old life and the history she witnessed. She sadly passed away in April 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My Mother\u2019s Murder<\/a> – A Tortoise podcast exploring the life and death of Daphne Caruana Galizia, a well-known investigative journalist in Malta, touchingly presented by her son Paul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter 2.0<\/a> – A three-part series following the life of Peter Scott-Morgan, who was diagnosed with having Motor Neurone Disease (MND), so used his skills as a robot scientist to see whether he could live on as a cyborg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Secrets In Us<\/a> – Georgina Lawton presents a series that not only looks at the phenomenal rise of DNA \u2018do-it-yourself\u2019 kits, but how a DNA testing kit changed her life and her relationship with her family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VENT Documentaries: Problem Kids<\/a> – From VICE UK. Telling the stories of young people living in one London Borough, by giving them microphones and letting them interview who they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Entertainment Podcast (supported by Amazon Music)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 6 Degrees From Jamie and Spencer<\/a> – Spencer Matthews and Jamie Laing from Made in Chelsea now host a BBC Radio 1 podcast where they try to prove that we\u2019re six degrees from stardom, by tracking down a celebrity from six calls or less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Gay and a NonGay<\/a> – James Barr and Dan Hudson explore perspectives on LGBTQ+ issues, with many well-known guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n James Acaster’s Perfect Sounds<\/a> – A BBC Sounds podcast where comedian James Acaster tries to prove that 2006 was the greatest year for music, with guests debating their favourite music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No Ideas Just Vibes<\/a> – Lizzie and Ilaria present a high-energy podcast, where they ask each other the question: \u201cHow did you get through the week?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stars In Your Ears<\/a> – Jess Robinson (impressionist, most known for \u201cSpitting Image\u201d) speaks to celebrities such as Gareth Malone, Stephen K Amos and Rachel Parris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Table Manners with Jessie Ware<\/a> – The musician (and her mum Lennie) speak to well-known names whilst trying to cook and present a meal at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Family Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bottle Ship Adventures<\/a> – Aimed at children up to the age of 12, this fictional story written and created by Charly Conquest and Ben Mullins, is set on a magical boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fun Kids Science Weekly<\/a> – Dan from the Fun Kids children\u2019s radio network explores science and asks scientists and experts loads of questions sent in from listeners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n History Story Time<\/a> – Sophie (aged seven) and Ellie (aged five) tell us interesting and surprising stories from our past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Homeschool History<\/a> – Greg Jenner fronts a BBC Sounds podcast, full of facts and quizzes, to help teach young minds about Roman Pompeii, William Shakespeare and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maddie\u2019s Sound Explorers<\/a> – Maddie Moat presents a podcast that explores the sounds all around us, whilst making a piece of music from all the songs featured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n World Wise Web<\/a> – A BBC World Service series where teenagers get to meet the inventors of devices that have revolutionised their lives (and ours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Fiction Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cassie & Corey<\/a> – A drum and based comedy musical podcast about eating disorders, a collaboration between Christopher Gogg and Girls Take Action (GTA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n DEM TIMES<\/a> – A comedy series about Samuel, a troublemaker who is sent to a Ghanian boarding school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lem N Ginge: The Princess of Kakos<\/a> – A comedy series about two actors desperately on the hunt for some stage work, written and performed by Ell Potter and Mary Higgings, and starring Sharon D. Clarke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once Upon A Time in Zombieville<\/a> – A BBC Scotland sci-fi series aimed at 9-12 year olds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Harrowing <\/a>– Joanne Froggatt stars in a creepy thriller set in a storm on the Scottish island of Toll M\u00f2r.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This Thing of Darkness<\/a> – A BBC Radio 4 thriller looking at the impact of a murder on the victim\u2019s family as well as the family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best International Podcast (supported by Podfront UK)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bunga Bunga<\/a> – A Wondery series documenting the rise and downfall of Silvio Berrlusconi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Floodlines<\/a> – A documentary podcast by The Atlantic telling the real story of Hurricane Katrina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How\u2019s Work? by Esther Perel<\/a> – A podcast helping you navigate the difficulties of work life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Revisionist History<\/a> – Malcolm Gladwell\u2019s podcast, where he revisits an event from our past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Daily<\/a> – The New York Times\u2019 daily news podcast, which the daily podcasts try to emulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Joe Rogan Experience<\/a> – The hugely successful conversations podcast by Joe Rogan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Interview Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dead Honest <\/a>– A podcast, presented by George Vestey, interviewing those whose livelihood involve the dead and dying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Future Prison<\/a> – A podcast where staff from the Ministry of Justice meet prisoners, in the hope of influencing how justice and prisons could be run in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Masala Podcast<\/a> – South Asian women talking about subjects traditionally seen as being taboo, hosted by Sangeeta Pillai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Student Sessions<\/a> – Tonia Galati hosts a series for students and graduates on the issues that they are facing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today in Focus<\/a> – The Guardian\u2019s daily podcast by Anushka Asthana and Rachel Humphreys<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ways to Change the World<\/a> – Where Channel 4 News\u2019 Krishnan Guru-Murthy asks guests on the big ideas and issues facing our society and what they would do to change them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Lockdown Podcast (supported by Amazon Music)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your Work, Your Money<\/a> – A BBC 5 Live series, presented by Sean Farrington, helping you financially navigate your way through the coronavirus crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Folk on Foot: Front Room Festivals<\/a> – An initiative to support musicians during the lockdown, with special performances put together by the broadcaster Matthew Bannister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mandemic<\/a> – A BBC Radio 1Xtra podcast series where the broadcaster Sideman interviews well-known names about how they are coping through lockdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Phone A Friend with George Ezra & Ollie MN<\/a> – A broadcasted phone conversation between the singer George Ezra and his friend Ollie MN, usually covering themes around mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stolen Goodbyes<\/a> – Karen Rice presents a heartfelt podcast asking someone what it is like to lose a loved one to coronavirus without being able to say goodbye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Mentor<\/a> – Presented by Sideman, businessman and philanthropist Ric Lewis provides advice and financial support to several young people, who are at the start of their careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best New Podcast (supported by Audible)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Field Recordings<\/a> – Where audio makers stand silently and record nature, uninterrupted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Growing up with Gal-Dem<\/a> – The independent website created by women of colour and non-binary people of colour have a podcast where a notable name goes through their old diary entries and messages, to work out how they have changed as a person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hunting Ghislaine<\/a> – The investigative journalist John Sweeney investigates Ghislaine Maxwell and how she was able to evade detection from the authorities before her high-profile arrest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maddie\u2019s Sound Explorers<\/a> – Maddie Moate looks at the sounds from science and nature, creating a piece of music from the sounds included in the episode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prison Bag<\/a> – A documentary series following the family of a prison inmate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VENT Documentaries<\/a> – A partnership between VICE UK and the London Borough of Brent where young people are given recording devices to record features of their choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Radio Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Danny Wallace\u2019s Important Broadcast Podcast<\/a> – Best bits from his Radio X Sunday show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fun Kids’ Story Explorers<\/a> – The Fun Kids show where authors respond to fan questions and help scout new stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Homeschool History<\/a> – Greg Jenner presents fun history lessons for BBC Radio 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Slide Into My Podcast<\/a> – The Radio 1Xtra show hosted by Kaz Crossley and Jordan Hames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Sista Collective <\/a>– The BBC Radio 5 Live podcast hosted by Jessie Aru-Phillips, Aminata Kamara, Simone Riley and Letitia George.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Skewer<\/a> – A delightfully surreal take on the week\u2019s news, brought to you by Jon Holmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Sex & Relationships Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A Gay and a NonGay<\/a> – James Barr and Dan Hudson explore LGBTQ+ issues and pop culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brown Girls Do It Too<\/a> – BBC Asian Network\u2019s acclaimed podcast hosted by Rubina and Poppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Masala Podcast<\/a> – South Asian women talking about subjects traditionally seen as being taboo, hosted by Sangeeta Pillai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Millennial Love<\/a> – The Independent\u2019s fortnightly dating and sex podcast, by their lifestyle team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sexpots<\/a> – An unapologetic sex positive podcast hosted by Katy, Bitsy and Rebecca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tough Talks from Hits Radio Pride<\/a> – People from the LGBTQ+ community talk about their past, from the commercial broadcaster Hits Radio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Smartest Podcast (supported by Podfollow)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Maddie\u2019s Sound Explorers<\/a> – Maddie Moat exploring the sounds you hear in nature and science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter 2.0<\/a> – A personal story from Peter Scott-Morgan, exploring Motor Neurone Disease (MND).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stories of Scotland<\/a> – Recorded from Inverness, Jenny and Anne help unravel Scotland\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Secret Life of Prisons<\/a> – Phil Maguire, Paula Harriot explore the realities of prison life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VENT Documentaries<\/a> – A partnership between Brent, London Borough of Culture and VICE UK. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Windrush Stories<\/a> – In depth interviews from \u2018The Windrush Generation\u2019 by the Prison Radio Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Sport Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A Winning Mindset<\/a> – The inspiring and honest stories from celebrated Paralympans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n