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Women in combat, Sam Bailey, Learning hygge with the Danes

Emma Barnett presents discussion on close-combat roles for women in the armed forces, whether hygge is the latest Danish export and beer or wine with a Christmas roast.

Next year women will no longer be barred from close combat roles in the Armed Forces. Former Brigadier Nicky Moffat, who was the most senior female officer in the army, on what it will mean for recruits and how front line roles have changed.

Backstage with 2013 X Factor winner Sam Bailey as she prepares for her pantomime debut.

Snuggling up in a duvet, sitting by a roaring fire and lighting candles are what the Danes would describe as 'hygge'. Could the concept help us get through the dark days of winter? Helen Russell, author of 'The Year of Living Danishly', and teacher Susanne Nilsson discuss.

Christmas can be a time of joy, but for many it can be a time of stress, tension and anxiety. So can the skills of CBT, or cognitive behavioural therapy, help people cope with the emotional strains of the festive season? Clinical psychologist Christine Padesky on why she thinks the principles of CBT can help us all have a better Christmas.

Wine or beer? Wine sommelier Dominique Kate Hopgood versus beer sommelier Jane Peyton on the best accompaniment for the Christmas Turkey or veggie roast.

Presenter: Emma Barnett
Producer: Anne Peacock.

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Tue 22 Dec 2015 10:00
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Chapters

  • Women In Combat

    We discussed new changes to allow women to work in close combat roles in the Armed Forces

    Duration: 09:40

  • Sam Bailey

    We go backstage to spend some time with singer as she gets ready for the pantomime

    Duration: 08:10

  • Hygge

    We discuss the Danish concept of cosyness

    Duration: 07:25

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

    What help is out there for those that suffer with stress and anxiety at Christmas?

    Duration: 08:07

  • Beer vs. Wine

    What goes best with Christmas dinner?

    Duration: 06:53

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Credits

Presenter Emma Barnett
Interviewed Guest Nicky Moffat
Interviewed Guest Sam Bailey
Interviewed Guest Helen Russell
Interviewed Guest Susanne Nilsson
Interviewed Guest Christine Padesky
Interviewed Guest Dominique Kate Hopgood
Interviewed Guest Jane Peyton
Producer Anne Peacock

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  • Tue 22 Dec 2015 10:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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