Best of - Frustrated middle-class voters are up for grabs, the tiny dogs that can pull 100 times their weight, and unique Christmas traditions around the world.

This Morning with Gordon Deal December 25, 2025

Best of - Americans see a government that can't solve their problems, why customer service is designed not to serve customers, and what is Boxing Day.

This Morning with Gordon Deal December 26, 2025

*Introduced by Rory Stewart*

What makes a person good? What does it mean to be evil? And what does it tell us about being human? 

 Philosophers have been grappling with these questions for thousands of years, and they remain as vital as ever in our present moment. Here, in a selection of essays each written by a different world expert, we explore the ideas of twelve strikingly different philosophers. From Hannah Arendt’s 'banality of evil' to Nietzsche’s embrace of suffering, from John Stuart Mill’s ethics of happiness to the ruthless realism of Machiavelli, there is an approach for readers of all persuasions. This is the book for anyone trying to understand how humans can sometimes behave so badly, and how we can all be better.

Good and Evil: 12 Philosophers on How to Live, By Edited by Andrew Irwin, Read by Leighton Pugh

What if the key to the life you want isn’t wishing harder – but telling a better story? 

 Where you are today has been determined by every thought and feeling you’ve had, every action you’ve taken and the people and circumstances you have attracted. Manifest the Life You Love shows you how to focus each of these into crafting the story you want and claiming the life that’s waiting for you.

Carolyn Boyes brings a bold new approach to manifestation that combines storytelling with the power of intention, walking you through seven crucial steps to successful manifesting. Going beyond vague affirmations and vision boards, this illuminating book harnesses the mechanics of storytelling – motivation, conflict, resolution – to get clear on what you want, what’s standing in your way and how to move forward.

Learn to examine the stories you tell yourself – the beliefs, doubts and patterns that hold you back and limit your potential – and instead, rewrite your internal narrative by:

• Uncovering what the real wish is beneath the noise of ‘shoulds’ and self-doubt
• Creating vivid, emotionally charged visions of your future self
• Building momentum through consistent action – without burnout

Because when you begin to shift what you believe is possible, the real transformation begins.

With guided prompts, interactive journaling exercises and practical rituals, Manifest the Life You Love is more than a book – it’s a toolkit for personal reinvention. Whether you’re manifesting love, purpose or self-trust, you will see that no obstacle can bring a full stop to your plans.

So what are you waiting for? Create the life that you want.

Perfect for fans of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr Julie Smith

Manifest the Life You Love: Unlock the power of your story, By Carolyn Boyes, Read by Carolyn Boyes

‘Two of the greatest children’s books ever written’ – The Times on The Box of Delights and The Midnight Folk.  

 ‘You ought to know about the treasure, Kay … for until it is restored or traced, no man of our name ought to rest.’

Determined to recover the long-lost family treasure, Kay finds himself in a race against the evil Abner Brown. Abner has his witch friends and his dark magic to help him, but Kay has the very special Midnight Folk.

In a breathtaking, magical quest, which side will find the treasure first?

John Masefield’s classic children’s book is considered to be one of the great works of modern children’s fiction. Magical, fantastical and filled with vivid, rich characters – brought to life in this edition by Quentin Blake’s stunning artwork – The Magic Folk and its prequel The Box of Delights are a must-read for any child.

The Midnight Folk, By John Masefield, Illustrated by Quentin Blake, Read by Caius Nicholas

Forest celebrates the diverse ways in which trees and forests are as magnificent, economically relevant and profoundly enchanting today as they ever have been.

Journeying across the continents, Matt Collins and Roo Lewis tie together both the historical context and modern-day applications of some of the world's most fascinating and iconic trees. 

 Forest is a celebration of the diverse ways in which trees and forests are as magnificent, economically relevant and profoundly enchanting today as they ever have been.

Journeying across the continents, writer Matt Collins and photographer Roo Lewis tie together both the historical context and modern-day applications of some of the world's most fascinating and iconic trees. They explore the heritage of woodlands from around the world and meet those whose lives are inexplicably bound to them.

The book is divided into 10 main chapters, each of which explores a tree from a particular genus – Pine, Juniper, Oak, Hornbeam, Cherry, Beech, Birch, Chestnut, Douglas-fir and Poplar. Each chapter provides the reader with a short introduction to the tree, followed by a journalistic account of its relevance to modern day-life (from gin making on Isle of Islay to a truffle farm in Spain), and concludes with an account of the tree in its native forest (from hornbeams in the Ironwoods of Ontario to firs on Vancouver Island).

Captured on medium-format film, Roo’s stunning, rich colour images are the perfect companion to Matt’s engaging storytelling and botanical knowledge. Forest crafts a captivating interpretation of the story of the forest through the trees.

Forest: Walking among trees, By Matt Collins, Photographs by Roo Lewis, Read by Richard Hughes

The U.S. economy keeps powering ahead, Supreme Court blocks National Guard deployment to Chicago, and the true story behind NORAD’S 70-year tracking tradition.

This Morning with Gordon Deal December 24, 2025

Best of - Space combat moves from science fiction, workplace trends that will define 2026, and New Year’s traditions around the world.

This Morning with Gordon Deal January, 01, 2026

Trump is optimistic about talks to end the war in Ukraine, financial strategies for the new year and how bosses are remaking the office for introverts.

This Morning with Gordon Deal December 29, 2025

Trump Threatens new military action with Israel Against Iran, why drivers are cutting corners with their car insurance, and why cash is still king for many people.

This Morning with Gordon Deal December 30, 2025

The Four Filters Invention of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger
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