British Culture: Albion Never Dies

Don't be shy, send me a message!In Ian Fleming's 1957 novel, James Bond 007 visits Istanbul. The city is wonderfully described. Having studied Turkish for over 20 years, I go through Fleming's chapters on Turkey, and give my own perspective.This is Part I(i) of a series that will initially focus on Fleming. After that, how far I go, you can decide! You can contact me using any of the following accounts: You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishculture Support the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!Thank you to everyone who messaged me about my last episode. This week, I'm answering the top ten questions (decided by me) that I was asked this week about UK politics.They are (in order of me receiving them):1) How is Brexit going? Did it work?2) Is there anything like a libertarian party there?3) How could politics be made more interesting, especially for young people?4) Does the monarch have a role in politics?5) Is it possible to draw parallels to US politics? 6) Do you believe the reports of the coup plots against Harold Wilson?7) Who do you prefer out of Sunak and Truss as the UK’s next Prime Minister8) Is Thatcher the only PM to appear in a Bond film?9) Who is your favourite pre-1940 PM?10) Have you heard about Sunak’s wife’s businesses? Thank you also to those who gave me 5-star reviews on iTunes, and who shared on their social media about my podcast. Thank you for helping new people find this content!You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishculture   Support the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!The Prime Minister is the most visible representation of the UK, after the Queen. Travelling around the world, I have often been asked my views on Thatcher, Blair, and the most recent incumbent of Number 10 Downing Street, Boris Johnson (BoJo).Since Boris Jonson announced his resignation on the 7th July, the Conservative Party has been focused on selecting its next Parliamentary leader. As this is the largest political party in the House of Commons, whoever wins will certainly be the next Prime Minister.In this episode, I give some background to events, both surrounding BoJo, and the office of Prime Minister itself. I outline the selection process and how it works. I also give a brief overview of the main contenders at time of recording. If you enjoy this episode, let me know, and I shall give further updates. Currently, no candidate has personally contacted me. You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishculture   Support the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!Enjoy this special bonus episode, just a couple of minutes long. It was originally made for my Chinese social media account several years ago, as part of a campaign to promote a large James Bond themed event. Mixing Martinis and Vespers was a highlight of the event, as was our Goldfinger singalong (aided by the libations).On Youtube, my "007's Drinks" videos have proven popular; perhaps especially as I review both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks enjoyed by our favourite fictitious agent. You can find these videos, and many more, at: https://www.youtube.com/britishculture I was prompted to upload this bonus content due to two listeners. The first messaged me on Instagram saying he enjoyed this week's episode, but would love it to be longer. The other e-mailed me, asking for advice on how to run an Ian Fleming themed event, reminding me of this wonderful event in China. You can e-mail me anytime at: albionneverdies@gmail.comYou can also find me on Instagram: @flemingneverdies You can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeSupport the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!Hello there!Many of you know me from my Ian Fleming / James Bond themed Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/flemingneverdies/  In this podcast episode, I delve into the importance of Queen Mary's Rose Garden in Regent's Park, London to the James Bond canon, which I recorded on location. The garden features in the second chapter of Ian Fleming's You Only Live Twice (1964). I also reflect on Fleming's other 1964 publication, Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang, and the film adaptations of both books by Roald Dahl. You can see images of the garden on my Instagram, and also a short video on my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishculture You can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeThank you for listening. Support the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!What could be more English than an Englishman abroad? Having spent the majority of my adult life outside the UK, and much of my time in the UK supporting international students, I'm giving my insights into the phenomenon of 'Culture Shock'. The five stage are:(1) Honeymoon (2) Denial (3) Anger (4) Escape (5) Maturity I give an outline of each stage, with real-life examples, and give practical solutions based on my own experience and observation of others. In short; build your network, prepare for 'home comfort' days, and make little outings when you can. Enjoy.You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can find my Turkish account here: @JamesBond_TurkiyeYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/british-cultureSupport the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!There were no strange stories about travelling on the busses here in the UK for the first few months, then suddenly, three mad stories all come along at once!I hope you enjoy this episode, recorded once again as I was out and about on a country walk. There's a bit of wind at the beginning, but I realized when I was recording and found a better spot. So, all very clear after the 5 minute mark. Enjoy the sounds of the birds and the lambs. I also sang with the choir at Bradford Cathedral this Sunday, as part of the special evensong to celebrate 30 years of the girls' choir. You can also follow Bradford Cathedral on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/british-cultureSupport the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!I've been back home for 3 months now... how is it wearing on me?Honestly, watching 'The Spy Who Loved Me' (1977) in the cinema was pretty cool, and attending the Institution, Induction and Installation of the new Dean of Bradford Cathedral was wonderful. I talk about these two events, my house-hunting, and reflect on the last 3 months. Enjoy! You can also follow Bradford Cathedral on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/british-cultureSupport the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!In this episode, I respond to questions from my Instagram friends over at @flemingneverdiesWho should be the next James Bond?Should 007 ever look at British 'street culture' like Kingsman?Why do British people have terrible teeth?Are red trousers okay?Why do people think UK food is appalling? Why do British people love curry, when it isn't British?Why do Brits have milk in their tea?All this and more. Thank you to everyone who asked these questions, and those who helped me answer them!Contact me anytime here:You can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/british-cultureSupport the show

Don't be shy, send me a message!Britain has just celebrated Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee with a four-day national holiday. Rather than do a Deep Dive into the life and times of the Queen, which is done elsewhere and done well, I recorded my own audio diary as I joined celebrations in North and then West Yorkshire. Thank you very much to the City of Bradford Brass Band with Jonny Bates Musical Director, for allowing me to play some of their music here. You can find them at: http://www.bradfordbrass.co.uk Thank you also to Bradford Cathedral, Cathedral Chamber Choir directed by Alexander Berry for allowing me to play their performance of ‘I Was Glad’. You can watch “A Civic Service of thanksgiving for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee (Bradford Cathedral)” on Youtube.You can also follow Bradford Cathedral on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.I hope you enjoy this week’s musical episode! I certainly did. You can find me on Instagram: @FlemingNeverDiesYou can e-mail me: AlbionNeverDies@Gmail.comCheck out my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/british-culture Support the show