Good sounds
SOUNDSCAPES FOR WELLBEING
Finding time for nature has been top of everyone’s list recently, but what if you can’t get out in the open? The BBC Sound Effects digital archive features an astonishing 33,000 sounds, with 17,000 new nature sounds, and you can download, create, mix and share your own soundscape creations for free. Visit canvas-story.bbcrewind.co.uk/ soundscapesforwellbeing
TOM JONES: SURROUNDED BY TIME
He might be in his seventh decade as a recording artist, but there’s no sign of the legend slowing down. Recorded during lockdown, Tom’s 41st album sees him cover a set of tracks that have impacted him during his long and illustrious career. Think songs written by the likes of Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens and Michael Kiwanuka. A real treat. Out 23 April
THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW
After 10 years at the helm of BBC Radio 2’s award-winning Saturday morning show, national treasure Graham is bringing his unrivalled wit, warmth and charm to Virgin Radio for double the fun, treating us to shows on both mornings of the weekend. It’s an uplifting mix of music, humour and celebrity guests that will put a smile on your face for the rest of the day. Listen live on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am to 12:30pm
IF IT BLEEDS IT LEADS
While we await the return of BBC One’s Silent Witness (coming later this year), its star Emilia Fox has teamed up with criminologist Professor David Wilson to create this true crime podcast. The pair delve into high-profile stories, with guests including former police officers, crime reporters and offenders. Available at globalplayer.com
GROW, COOK, EAT, ARRANGE
This new podcast from gardening stalwart Sarah Raven focuses on her passion for growing food and flowers, and cooking delicious meals every day with the produce. Alongside her friend and workmate Arthur Parkinson, she chats about her favourite flowers, offers advice on what we should be sowing each week, and provides recipes for the tastiest home-grown dinners. Discover more of Sarah’s tips on page 118. Available on all major podcast providers