Katharine Schopflin
@schopflin.bsky.social
Information manager, Long Covid, dementia care, choral singing. An atheist of Jewish extraction who really likes Anglican churchgoing. She/ Her.
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⏰ Hampstead Heath’s swimming ponds consultation closes on Tuesday 25th. If you care about this, please complete the survey and say that the current arrangements work well.
Have your say on Hampstead Heath’s swimming ponds
We’re consulting on future access at Hampstead Heath’s swimming ponds to ensure arrangements remain fair, lawful & respectful.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
⏰ Hampstead Heath’s swimming ponds consultation closes on Tuesday 25th. If you care about this, please complete the survey and say that the current arrangements work well.
Why isn't the Versailles Hall of Mirrors called a Reflectory?
November 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Why isn't the Versailles Hall of Mirrors called a Reflectory?
Cat advice needed. She needs to move to kidney diet and hates soft food. Hasn't touched it in nearly 24 hours. How long do I give it before I get her some ordinary kibble? And any ideas to make it palatable for her?
November 22, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Cat advice needed. She needs to move to kidney diet and hates soft food. Hasn't touched it in nearly 24 hours. How long do I give it before I get her some ordinary kibble? And any ideas to make it palatable for her?
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Only 3 days left on BBC Sounds to catch @drmatthewsweet.bsky.social last ever edition of Sound of Cinema. A love letter to the movies and to the joy of looking deeper, of complexity.
There are fewer and fewer programmes of this depth on R3 so grab it while you can.
Only 3 days left on BBC Sounds to catch @drmatthewsweet.bsky.social last ever edition of Sound of Cinema. A love letter to the movies and to the joy of looking deeper, of complexity.
There are fewer and fewer programmes of this depth on R3 so grab it while you can.
Sound of Cinema - A place for ideas - BBC Sounds
Matthew Sweet's weekly look at music for the screen.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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Only 3 days left on BBC Sounds to catch @drmatthewsweet.bsky.social last ever edition of Sound of Cinema. A love letter to the movies and to the joy of looking deeper, of complexity.
There are fewer and fewer programmes of this depth on R3 so grab it while you can.
Only 3 days left on BBC Sounds to catch @drmatthewsweet.bsky.social last ever edition of Sound of Cinema. A love letter to the movies and to the joy of looking deeper, of complexity.
There are fewer and fewer programmes of this depth on R3 so grab it while you can.
In my dream last night two different men I didn't know offered to give me a lift from Norwich to Ipswich. I felt a bit creeped out and said I'd get the bus. Still bothering me that the train can't have been running in my dream logic. It's usually ok at that end!
November 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM
In my dream last night two different men I didn't know offered to give me a lift from Norwich to Ipswich. I felt a bit creeped out and said I'd get the bus. Still bothering me that the train can't have been running in my dream logic. It's usually ok at that end!
Anyway that's Galsworthy finished. He died the year after this was published. He doesn't seem to be much read but if you like Trollope and Powell and enjoyed Howard's Cazalets, they are very much recommended.
I've just finished reading Galsworthy's final book, 'Over the River'. Bit of searching and it seems it was closely adapted with Diana Wynyard and Colin Clive, directed by James Whale. Pre-Code Corner: The Censorship Woes of One More River | Classic Movie Hub Blog share.google/6Y0IQXtgpdUP...
Pre-Code Corner: The Censorship Woes of One More River
One More Hurdle to Cross: The Censorship Woes of One More River In between the credits and the opening shot of One More River, a certificate proclaims that the picture has been passed by the Produc…
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November 21, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Anyway that's Galsworthy finished. He died the year after this was published. He doesn't seem to be much read but if you like Trollope and Powell and enjoyed Howard's Cazalets, they are very much recommended.
I've just finished reading Galsworthy's final book, 'Over the River'. Bit of searching and it seems it was closely adapted with Diana Wynyard and Colin Clive, directed by James Whale. Pre-Code Corner: The Censorship Woes of One More River | Classic Movie Hub Blog share.google/6Y0IQXtgpdUP...
Pre-Code Corner: The Censorship Woes of One More River
One More Hurdle to Cross: The Censorship Woes of One More River In between the credits and the opening shot of One More River, a certificate proclaims that the picture has been passed by the Produc…
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November 20, 2025 at 11:49 PM
I've just finished reading Galsworthy's final book, 'Over the River'. Bit of searching and it seems it was closely adapted with Diana Wynyard and Colin Clive, directed by James Whale. Pre-Code Corner: The Censorship Woes of One More River | Classic Movie Hub Blog share.google/6Y0IQXtgpdUP...
This is a lovely book, perfect for anyone who attends anglican service and/or sings in a choir. There's currently a discount and mine arrived within 24 hours of my having ordered it! Also - recyclable packaging.
Looking for a Christmas gift for that hard-to-buy-for musician in your life?
My book is available from Amazon worldwide and other good booksellers, as well as right here at quiresandplaces.com (where theres an exclusive option to have it signed!).
My book is available from Amazon worldwide and other good booksellers, as well as right here at quiresandplaces.com (where theres an exclusive option to have it signed!).
November 20, 2025 at 12:53 PM
This is a lovely book, perfect for anyone who attends anglican service and/or sings in a choir. There's currently a discount and mine arrived within 24 hours of my having ordered it! Also - recyclable packaging.
I'm reading a courtroom scene from Galsworthy's 'Over The River' (1932) and the Barrister's approach is pretty much the same as the other party's was in my employment tribunal last year.
November 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
I'm reading a courtroom scene from Galsworthy's 'Over The River' (1932) and the Barrister's approach is pretty much the same as the other party's was in my employment tribunal last year.
I actually bothered to change my shoes when I got to the office today. I'm not saying I won't enjoy getting back into trainers but it is quite fun to stalk about in boots. And be 2 inches taller.
November 17, 2025 at 1:47 PM
I actually bothered to change my shoes when I got to the office today. I'm not saying I won't enjoy getting back into trainers but it is quite fun to stalk about in boots. And be 2 inches taller.
This episode is generally positive about Senegal-grown veg for the UK market. But it highlights the mileage and logistics concerned with providing cheap summer veg all round. As the grower said, the choice is ours as consumers. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The Food Programme - Why Is Africa Feeding Us? - BBC Sounds
Dan Saladino investigates our growing dependence on West Africa for fresh produce.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:24 AM
This episode is generally positive about Senegal-grown veg for the UK market. But it highlights the mileage and logistics concerned with providing cheap summer veg all round. As the grower said, the choice is ours as consumers. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
A couple of years ago, on concert day, my choir's concert failed to make the cut for Radio 3's 'email us and we'll tell everyone about your concert'. But for one that did, the announcer said "They'll be performing Bach's Magnificat. The other composers are Scheidt ..."
BBC Radio 3
The Early Music Show
Now Playing
Samuel Scheidt, Capriccio Stravagante Renaissance Orchestra & Skip Sempé
Courant ('Ludi Musici', Cantus XIX)
The Early Music Show
Now Playing
Samuel Scheidt, Capriccio Stravagante Renaissance Orchestra & Skip Sempé
Courant ('Ludi Musici', Cantus XIX)
November 16, 2025 at 5:42 PM
A couple of years ago, on concert day, my choir's concert failed to make the cut for Radio 3's 'email us and we'll tell everyone about your concert'. But for one that did, the announcer said "They'll be performing Bach's Magnificat. The other composers are Scheidt ..."
Out with Mr S and a friend. Man in the caff asks him 'are you a family?'. We are in a way. Friend decided he had to explain apparent age discrepancy. But at least he said 'He's younger than he looks' rather than 'She's older than she looks'.
November 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Out with Mr S and a friend. Man in the caff asks him 'are you a family?'. We are in a way. Friend decided he had to explain apparent age discrepancy. But at least he said 'He's younger than he looks' rather than 'She's older than she looks'.
Praise from a friend on Radio 4 presenters' pronunciation of David Szalay. Frankly, if they managed László Krasznahorkai I think it's the least they can do.
November 14, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Praise from a friend on Radio 4 presenters' pronunciation of David Szalay. Frankly, if they managed László Krasznahorkai I think it's the least they can do.
Conversation with a friend whose mother has suspected Long Covid. Lots of 'she doesn't do [bad thing] does do [good thing]. Anyone with a chronic illness constantly has to answer the question 'But have you done EVERYTHING?'.
November 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Conversation with a friend whose mother has suspected Long Covid. Lots of 'she doesn't do [bad thing] does do [good thing]. Anyone with a chronic illness constantly has to answer the question 'But have you done EVERYTHING?'.
I wasn't going to go to the pub after choir today but I felt so much better after a good sing that I did and I am very glad. Did you know that drinking alcohol with friends in a public place engenders feelings of great pleasure?
November 13, 2025 at 11:07 PM
I wasn't going to go to the pub after choir today but I felt so much better after a good sing that I did and I am very glad. Did you know that drinking alcohol with friends in a public place engenders feelings of great pleasure?
I think this one qualifies for the old 'Awkward classical music pictures' account.
BBC Radio 3
Essential Classics
Now Playing
Saverio Mercadante, Joy Farrall, Britten Sinfonia & Nicholas Daniel
Clarinet Concerto No.2 in B flat major, Op.101 (1st mvt: Allegro maestoso)
Essential Classics
Now Playing
Saverio Mercadante, Joy Farrall, Britten Sinfonia & Nicholas Daniel
Clarinet Concerto No.2 in B flat major, Op.101 (1st mvt: Allegro maestoso)
November 13, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I think this one qualifies for the old 'Awkward classical music pictures' account.
I thought this would be a bit sentimental but actually it's very funny and a bit poignant. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Illuminated - Lost In Lullabies - BBC Sounds
When his son refuses his bedtime songs, Matt Edmonds wonders what magic lullabies hold.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:36 AM
I thought this would be a bit sentimental but actually it's very funny and a bit poignant. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Oh yes please. You can spend a fair amount on a couchette and a bucketload on a sleeper. You'll get no luggage space, dodgy heating/ cooling, loos out of order and the sole usb point somewhere inconvenient for the bottom bunk and impossible for the top.
I'm so tired of these arguments about small pots of money (or not) for night train operations
YOU CANNOT FIX THIS UNTIL SOMEONE BUILDS MORE NIGHT TRAIN CARRIAGES
Because then we can start to run night trains that aren't with knackered carriages saved from the scrap heap, and have solid operations!
YOU CANNOT FIX THIS UNTIL SOMEONE BUILDS MORE NIGHT TRAIN CARRIAGES
Because then we can start to run night trains that aren't with knackered carriages saved from the scrap heap, and have solid operations!
November 12, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Oh yes please. You can spend a fair amount on a couchette and a bucketload on a sleeper. You'll get no luggage space, dodgy heating/ cooling, loos out of order and the sole usb point somewhere inconvenient for the bottom bunk and impossible for the top.
Does anyone else get excited when they've got a friend birthday presents they'll like but will also be a surprise?
November 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Does anyone else get excited when they've got a friend birthday presents they'll like but will also be a surprise?
All this time, I thought Efflam was hyphenated to Bavouzet.
BBC Radio 3
Essential Classics
Now Playing
Jules Massenet & Jean‐Efflam Bavouzet
Toccata
Essential Classics
Now Playing
Jules Massenet & Jean‐Efflam Bavouzet
Toccata
November 11, 2025 at 12:03 PM
All this time, I thought Efflam was hyphenated to Bavouzet.
Every cybersecurity article ever: 'don't imagine it's a youth working out of his bedroom'. Also every cybersecurity article ever: is illustrated by a youth in a hoodie.
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Every cybersecurity article ever: 'don't imagine it's a youth working out of his bedroom'. Also every cybersecurity article ever: is illustrated by a youth in a hoodie.
Bad night's sleep means lots of podcasts. I deliberately sought out something sensationalist to distract me and had to give up because there was so much padding. It was made by an experienced broadcast journalist .. I don't understand why she wanted to remove all the tension and narrative urgency.
November 10, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Bad night's sleep means lots of podcasts. I deliberately sought out something sensationalist to distract me and had to give up because there was so much padding. It was made by an experienced broadcast journalist .. I don't understand why she wanted to remove all the tension and narrative urgency.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... this was a tough listen for me, as is anything about the economics of low-cost flying, but it is fascinating. And cheering that in the end not everyone was prepared to work for them for terrible pay and conditions
Good Bad Billionaire - Michael O’Leary: Ryanair’s cost-cutting king - BBC Sounds
How Michael O’Leary turned Ryanair into the largest airline in Europe by cutting costs
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November 9, 2025 at 7:50 PM
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... this was a tough listen for me, as is anything about the economics of low-cost flying, but it is fascinating. And cheering that in the end not everyone was prepared to work for them for terrible pay and conditions
Bit of a memento mori in the inbox 'Reminder to order your wreath'.
November 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Bit of a memento mori in the inbox 'Reminder to order your wreath'.