Cariad Lloyd

Join Dr. Sally Holloway, a historian specializing in Georgian gender and emotions, and comedian Cariad Lloyd, known for her award-winning work on grief, as they explore the intricacies of love in Georgian England. Discover the art of courtship, from love letters that sealed the deal to the delicate dance of parental involvement. They tackle gift-giving as flirtation and society’s influence on romance, even weaving in humor about modern dating apps inspired by historical norms. It's a delightful journey through 18th-century romantic pursuits!

Dan, James, Andrew and Cariad Lloyd discuss valuable wool, recycled stool, Suffragettes and PDFs. Visit nosuchthingasafish.com for news about live shows, merchandise and more episodes.  Join Club Fish for ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content at apple.co/nosuchthingasafish or nosuchthingasafish.com/patreon

Dr. Isabella Rosner, an art historian specializing in 17th-19th century material culture, joins comedian Cariad Lloyd for a lively discussion. They explore the Arts and Crafts Movement's origins as a response to industrialization, championed by William Morris and figures like Gertrude Jekyll. The conversation highlights the movement's ideals of accessible art and craftsmanship, its emphasis on social empowerment, and the romanticization of medieval artistry. They also discuss the ironic evolution of Morris's 'Strawberry Thief' design from art to mass-produced items.

Historian Dr Emma Southon and comedian Cariad Lloyd join Greg Jenner to discuss the life of Agrippina the Younger, the overbearing mother of Emperor Nero in first-century Rome. They explore Agrippina's survival as a woman in the Roman Empire, her terrifying boat incident, and how she tried to control her legacy despite misogynistic accounts.

Cariad Lloyd – improviser extraordinaire, Greifcast host and author of ‘You Are Not Alone’ – gets very specific in the Dream Restaurant this week. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about grief and death.Cariad’s book ‘You Are Not Along’ is out now, published by Bloomsbury. Buy it here. Listen to Cariad’s podcast ‘Griefcast’ wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Cariad on Twitter @ladycariad and Instagram @cariadlloyd Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the truth behind the European Witch Craze. Far from the world of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, discover how one book turned the world upside down as a disgruntled patriarchy murdered thousands of innocent women. Join Greg Jenner, comedian Cariad Lloyd and historian Prof Suzannah Lipscomb. It’s history for people who don’t like history!Produced by Dan Morelle Script and research by Emma Nagouse, assisted by Eszter Szabo and Evie RandallA Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4

Cariad Lloyd, an accomplished actor, writer, and podcaster best known for her show Griefcast, joins for a lively discussion about navigating difficult conversations. They tackle societal challenges like reproductive and LGBTQ+ rights, drawing from personal experiences. With humor, they explore the importance of community bonds and address the need for compassion in activism. Cariad shares insights on family dynamics and the impact of societal pressures on women, encouraging resilience and open dialogue in the face of conformity.

This episode features Cariad Lloyd, a comedian and creator of 'Griefcast', reflecting on therapy's role in her grieving process after losing her dad at 15. Food critic Grace Dent shares her poignant experience of caring for her dying mother. Grammy winner Yebba reveals how her mother's death profoundly influenced her music. Comedian Jack Rooke discusses channeling his teenage loss into creativity and humor. Together, they explore the complexities of grief and how it shapes creativity and connection.

Greg Jenner and his guests Dr Corin Throsby and comic Cariad Lloyd discuss the life and legacy of Mary Wollstonecraft. As a successful ghostwriter, an advocate of human rights and witty book critic, we look into how Mary Wollstonecraft navigated a tumultuous 'Reign of Terror' in France, A treasure hunt, and multiple heartbreaks to be recognised as the 'Mother of Feminism' in part to her book 'The Vindication of the Rights of Woman'. Research: Chris Wakefield and Rosanna Evans Script: Emma Nagouse, Chris Wakefield and Greg Jenner Project Manager: Siefe Miyo Edit Producer: Cornelius Mendez

Revisit the dark days of the European Witch Craze when one book turned the world upside down and a disgruntled patriarchy murdered thousands of innocent women. Greg Jenner's guests are comedian Cariad Lloyd and historian Prof Suzannah Lipscomb.Produced by Dan Morelle Script and research by Emma Nagouse, assisted by Eszter Szabo and Evie Randall Radio edit by Cornelius MendezA Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4.