Media, Monarchy and Money

Media, Monarchy and Money

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Media, Monarchy and Money   Episode 140 Introduction This podcast will take a closer look (well as much as one can in a podcast without the gates of media hellscape opening wide and letting the clowns run free for a while) at the symbiotic relationships at play here, between media, the Monarchy and the Establishment.  The following bullet points generally cover the discussion in this podcast.  The list is as follows:- Deep dive into certain areas:- Explore how the media has historically shaped public perceptions of monarchy, from royal scandals to carefully crafted public images. Highlight key moments where media coverage either bolstered or undermined the monarchy. Analyse the quid-pro-quo relationship: exclusive access to royal stories in exchange for positive portrayals. Investigate how tabloids sensationalize monarchy-related content to boost sales. Discuss how media conglomerates balance profit motives with potential pushback from royal PR teams. Outline the monarchy’s financial sources (e.g., Sovereign Grant, private estates, and tax exemptions). Investigate allegations of misuse of funds or...
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Let Them Eat Cake

Let Them Eat Cake

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LET THEM EAT CAKE Ep 135 Hello Ivy here.  It has been a while.  A couple of months in fact.  It is my hope to make at least one podcast a month, but I am also working on other projects – most of which will become clearer next year.  From now until the end of the year there is a lot of Sussex related projects underway, along with new ventures and above all else, I am protecting my health as much as I can.  If I do not have reasonable health, I wont be able to complete projects underway at the moment.  I did want to say one thing though, before we get into this next podcast.  I feel proud of SGUK and its subscribers and members, because we focus on topics relating to H&M.  In the last podcast, did you notice whilst focussing on the themes emerging from the entries on the Archewell website, one of the themes we looked at...
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Still Slow Dancing in a Burning Room

Still Slow Dancing in a Burning Room

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Episode 134 Still Slow Dancing in a Burning Room Introduction The Title of this podcast is taken from a song written and performed by one of my favourite musicians and writers, and that is “Slow Dancing in a Burning Room” by John Mayer. I did a podcast in 2021 using the title of this track, and as I am revisiting the ongoing lack of foresight that exists in the UK figurehead family, it seemed appropriate to add the word “still” to the Title of this episode. The overall theme of “Slow Dancing in a Burning Room” revolves around the complexities and struggles of a relationship that is on the brink of collapse. The burning room, a symbol of their relationship, communicates the chaos and destruction of their current state. The slow dancing, a symbol of both their complacency and their initial love, communicates their lack of success in finding a solution for their problems. Though their love is passionate, as evidenced by the tone of Mayer’s doomed lover, it’s riddled with practical problems that can only result in the collapse of their...
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IS IT THE POST THAT IS WANTED OR THE PRIVILEGE & PROTECTION THAT COMES WITH IT? WHO WOULD BE KING?

IS IT THE POST THAT IS WANTED OR THE PRIVILEGE & PROTECTION THAT COMES WITH IT? WHO WOULD BE KING?

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IS IT THE POST THAT IS WANTED OR THE PRIVILEGE & PROTECTION THAT COMES WITH IT? WHO WOULD BE KING?   Episode 133   Introduction This week’s podcast is a little different to my usual content, but stay with me, and all will become clear.  As most of you know, I have zero interest in the day to day fake news and battles between people who I have less than zero interest in what they do day to day. Drama is created to keep in the tabloid headlines, along with all the other fake emotional fall out between people that most of the population of the UK do not give a moment thought to in any week, let alone on a daily basis.  Most of the population can name between 1 to possibly 3 people in the Royal Family on a good day, but beyond that most do not know or care who they are. The creation of the Royal Rota, despite the official rationale given for...
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The Psychology of Resentment

The Psychology of Resentment

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The Psychology of Resentment Episode 120   The Meaning of Resentment Resentment is a natural reaction to unfair or difficult events and to the actions of others. It consists of various experiences, most often of pain and anger, and feelings of guilt, shame, or fear can be mixed with them. If someone declares that he does not know how to be offended, this means one of two things: either it is not true, or the person does not have a close relationship with anyone. People are not offended by strangers; resentment appears in meaningful relationships. KEY POINTS The words people use for emotions influence the ways they think about emotions. The word "resentment" has negative connotations that can make legitimate anger seem unreasonable. Calling anger resentment turns potential social failings to individual ones. Merriam-Webster defines this complex emotion as “a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury.” Etymologically, “resent” has come to English from French and, originally, from...
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RT Youth Power Fund – Detroit Heals Detroit and Encode Justice

RT Youth Power Fund – Detroit Heals Detroit and Encode Justice

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RT Youth Power Fund – Detroit Heals Detroit and Encode Justice Episode 109   Introduction Who We Are – Our Mission and Vision Mission:  Detroit Heals Detroit exists to foster healing justice for Detroit youth in which they are able to transform their pain into power. With a goal to combat trauma, we use healing centered engagement to share our greatest vulnerabilities with the rest of the world while simultaneously working to dismantle oppressive systems for marginalized Detroit youth. Vision:  Our organization was created by Detroit youth for Detroit youth, between the ages of 12-21, who have been walking and developing in a world that has sought to silence their pain. Exposure to trauma has a profound impact on cognitive development and academic outcomes and our specific students in Detroit seem to wake up to trauma like its breakfast. We understand that Detroit youth face more challenges than any individual person can remedy so our goal is to help each other heal from the trauma together. We need...
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More Developments for Girls Inc Plus a Visit to Capitol Hill

More Developments for Girls Inc Plus a Visit to Capitol Hill

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The Positive Impact of Archewell Foundation Continues More Developments for Girls Inc Plus a Visit to Capitol Hill (Episode 104) I received an email this week from Girls Inc outlining a few developments. I consider it to be worthy of a podcast on its own. In the email there was a link to a Newsletter relating to the 2023 inclusion on the Top 50 Non Profit Organisations in the USA, and details of the respective CEOs. Here is an extract from that Newsletter. We are thrilled to announce that Girls Inc. President & CEO, Stephanie J. Hull, has been named to the 2023 Nonprofit Times Power and Influence Top 50 list. Stephanie's remarkable leadership, vision, and work to equip a new generation of leaders to reach their full potential earned her a well-deserved place among the top nonprofit leaders of 2023.  Read more about the award and how Stephanie has distinguished herself as an initiator, innovator, and true trailblazer The link to the Newsletter is at the end...
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SGUK Impact of Archewell Foundation – A Series – Part 4 Harvest Home and The Love Land Foundation

SGUK Impact of Archewell Foundation – A Series – Part 4 Harvest Home and The Love Land Foundation

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SGUK Impact of Archewell Foundation – A Series – Part 4 Harvest Home and The Love Land Foundation Episode 100   Introduction Hello everyone, this podcast is continuing our series of looking at community organisations that the Archewell Foundation have assisted over the last 3+ years, and organisations who Archewell Foundation have partnered with.  The aim of this series is to highlight the impact of the work being done day in day out, behind the scenes, without fuss.  People just out here on these streets, uplifting others in a variety of ways.  For a company so young in its lifespan, Archewell has achieved so much, but you never see those who should be looking at the societal group that taxpayers have to fund with no say in whether or not that is what they want to do, ever writing articles or discussing Archewell business in anything but negative rhethoric. UK Media, ie tabloids owned by people who live and pay taxes outside of the UK, have...
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Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye

Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye

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Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye Episode: 96      Introduction This podcast and the SGUK Channel moving forward, relates to Harry & Meghan  focusing on their life and Foundation, as opposed to flying back and forth to the UK to be disrespected each time. Harry stated that they are moving forward not looking back. I publicised a few weeks ago that this channel will be doing the same. I am not going to devote large scale sections of my podcast making reference to the BRF in articles or podcasts. That only serves to keep them relevant. I don’t react to the regular nonsense publicised deliberately to get a reaction. They have followers to do that – I do not see our role to do the same. If their followers don’t do that then that is a BRF family problem not ours. H&M have no reason to play the game of ‘invite but no invite and then back to invite’ etc. That is...
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British Royal Family and The Brexit Vote – The Same Business Model

British Royal Family and The Brexit Vote – The Same Business Model

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BRF and Brexit Vote – Same Business Model  SGUK Ep 89   On 23rd June 2016, the UK Referendum on European Membership took place in the UK and Gibralter, commonly referred to the European Referendum or the Brexit Referendum. The vote resulted in 51.9% of the votes cast were I favour of leaving the EU. The referendum itself was not legally binding but the government of the day decided to implement the result – the wish of the people etc. In October 2016 tabloids began to publish articles about Meghan and Harry’s relationship and that it appeared that Harry was “besotted” with Meghan.  The tabloids claimed their information came from reliable sources – their usual MO.  The articles were far from complimentary, and it was evident that the tabloids in their usual sleazy style went digging for as much information as possible.  It was also clear that they had decided looking for salacious news would attract more attention than looking for positive news about...
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A 40 Year Relationship Between Royal Family & Royal Rota – Time Up

A 40 Year Relationship Between Royal Family & Royal Rota – Time Up

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A 40 Year  Symbiotic Relationship – Time Up Episode 82   The Invisible Contract Between The British Royal Family and the Tabloid Media via the Royal Rota Throughout all 3 sections of Prince Harry’s memoir Spare, there were two main themes or threads running through every chapter.  Every incident or action or words spoken which resulted in a negative outcome, always featured either someone or people within the Royal Family (sometimes via staff members, but all of whom would have been sanctioned to act that way by their particular lead Royal) or via the UK Tabloid Media.  Across all the tabloids, there are designated staff who only cover The Royal Family, and no other news within the UK, and are known as the Royal Rota.  Some members of the Royal Rota are seen or heard of now and then, but there is clearly a clique that has formed over the years, and who are covering the Royals every day of every year; or rather...
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Come in Royal Rota – Your Time is Up

Come in Royal Rota – Your Time is Up

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Come In Royal Rota – Your Time is Up SGUK Episode 81  Introduction In order to give context as to how and why some people in powerful positions thought it would be a good idea to have a large group of people who solely reported on the UK Royal Family and no one else, this podcast explore the main reasons why the UK and USA have tabloids but how and why the UK decided to go to extremes in order to get a story and sometimes according to one professional, be prepared to “violate laws”.  All of these people, officially referred to as journalists, work for a tabloid newspaper, and between the group chosen by Editors of said tabloids, but the British Royal Family having the final say so, as to whether or not they are considered the type of people who will fit in with the Royal Family, gives you some idea of the type of coverage required/preferred by the Monarch...
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I Have A Dream

I Have A Dream

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Martin Luther King JR   Hello Everyone, Ivy here, Todays podcast is a little different to the usual style. At the heart of the podcast is the famous speech by Martin Luther King Jr in 1963, which followed on 100 years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation freeing slaves. When Martin Luther King climbed the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC to describe his vision of America. More than 200,000 people (black and white) came to listen. I quote from one publication (included in the Reference Sources below):- “they came by plane, by car, by bus, by train and by foot. They came to Washington to demand equal rights for black people, and the dream that they heard on the steps of the Monument became the dream of a generation.” The original speech that Martin Luther King intended to give was meant to be quite short, but he was asked by another speaker on the day, to talk...
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Remembrance / Veterans Day 11th November 2021 & 2020

Remembrance / Veterans Day 11th November 2021 & 2020

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Remembering Veterans Past and Present USA Treating Prince Harry with Respect Unlike the UK on Remembrance Day 2020   Context This piece is centred on the disgusting and offensive behaviour by UK tabloid press, no doubt on behalf of their Masters, the British Royal Family, on Remembrance Sunday 2020. Abhorrent to far more UK residents than the Royal Family or their Media friends anticipated, and the backlash was swift – both within and external to the UK. I see no point in attempting to describe the role of the UK media tabloids, Royal Reporters in particular, in any other way than they are the Propaganda arm of UK Monarchy.  Everyone knows of propaganda activities around the world and the regimes that utilised that approach to achieve certain beliefs and modes of behaviour.  In modern times it appears to be used for the self protection of designated groups who are not under siege due to warfare or strife, but more to preserve a...
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Who’s Sorry Now?

Who’s Sorry Now?

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Who’s Sorry Now? Definitely Not The Sussexes Episode 8 It is important for a nation to realise that demographic changes affect all areas of human activity:- economic, social, cultural and political.  All forward thinking businesses research, develop and build their business plans based essentially on those 4 areas listed above.  Any business that plans activities outside those areas, is destined to fail at some point in the future.  Not everything can be predicted but most things can be if policy makers and strategy specialists follow and interpret trends in each of those areas.  Where things happen that could not be foreseen, then the ability and speed of flexibility comes into play. The British Royal Family refers to itself as The Firm, not a family, yet it does not operate in any shape or form like a well run business.  Times have changed, and businesses that remain in business by loyal customers, or who remained in a time warp together, are becoming few and...
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