Dame Julie Andrews' Delightful Version on Jane Austen: The Best Broadcasts Weekly

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Pride & Prejudice

Who could be more perfect to recount Jane Austen’s most beloved tale compared to her royal highness Julie Andrews? While it doesn't feature Colin Firth drenched, the iconic actress acts as a charming and accurate narrator of the timeless romantic comedy centered on Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy. The series, divided into multiple segments, not only marks the 250-year mark since Austen was born – it’s Andrews’s ninetieth birthday this year, too!
Accessible on many platforms, episodes weekly

Grand Designs Deconstructed

The stress is so intense in constructing an individual large residence, Grand Designs is among the handful of TV property shows in which separation is common instead of a flaw. Kevin McCloud joins forces with the presenter in this amiable offshoot for superfans – and confesses that he has been near to opening up his personal funds for budget-challenged contributors.
Available via Spotify, new installments each week

Woman’s Hour Guide to Life

Every Sunday, Nuala McGovern hosts a dedicated installment covering a particular topic through well-known speakers and experts. She begins with friendship – how to make space for friends and keep in touch – through conversations with author Dolly Alderton, Claire Cohen, Dr Julia Samuel and expert Franco. It's discussion-based, useful and, most importantly, comforting.
On BBC Sounds, weekly episodes

Music, Money & Mayhem

Including Pink Floyd and Blur, the label was home to an array of huge British acts. This production hosted by Chris Atkins will certainly appeal to audio fans and business heads, as it effectively outlines EMI's failure through discussions featuring Pet Shop Boy Neil Tennant and debated ex-chairman Guy Hands.
Widely available, weekly releases

Coining It

Presented by Goodall, this latest production seems like it might be another run-of-the-mill cryptocurrency narrative. Gladly, this tale concerning a person who found a bitcoin glitch that promised endless money and launched him from the seaside town to the Emirates turns out to be an engaging and thoroughly enjoyable story – if clearly a cautionary one.
Available broadly, episodes weekly