‘My father took me to see the sofa where Hitler died’
Nemone Lethbridge was seven years old when World War Two broke out.Her father, Major-General John Lethbridge, had commanded operations in Burma and when the war ended he was posted to Germany to investigate Hitler’s death.He decided Nemone, then aged 12, and her younger brother Peter should ‘learn a little history’ and took the children to see the place where Hitler had died.Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live’s Emma Barnett, Nemone described the journey through the bunker as well as her recollections of VE Day and her thoughts on comparing the UK coronavirus lockdown to living through World War Two.
7 Maj 202018min
Coronavirus: Are people following lockdown rules?
With lots of people in a desperate situation - whether that's financially or socially - there are many reasons that people might break the rules.Nicky Campbell talks to 5 Live listeners about whether or not they have broken the rules, and how they feel about the people who do.
6 Maj 202048min
When should we bring football back?
Some seasons have ended, some are preparing to resume. UEFA is waiting to hear from the Premier League about what their plans are for a possible return by 25th May. But what do you think? Is it too soon? 5 Live's Nicky Campbell and BBC Sport presenter Hugh Ferris put the question to fans and are joined by Accrington Stanley manager, John Coleman, and European Leagues President Lars Christer-Olsson.
29 Apr 202049min
Coronavirus cures and preventions: Your Questions Answered
How might scientists find a solution to the coronavirus pandemic? Virologist Dr Chris Smith answers your questions on immunity, testing and the race to develop a vaccine.
22 Apr 202050min
Covid-19 and Obesity: “We need to update the public health message”
Consultant Cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra speaks to BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Stephen Nolan about the impact being overweight can have on your ability to recover from Covid-19. He’s urging the public health messages to be urgently updated to tell people to eat healthily to save the NHS.This clip is from Stephen Nolan on Sunday 19 April 2020.
20 Apr 202014min
Jack Monroe's lockdown cooking tips – Week 3
Bootstrap cook Jack Monroe joins 5 live’s Nihal Arthanayake to help make your food go further when we’re staying at home and shopping less.This week she helps out a couple of online book reviewers and gets to grips with some chicken meatballs.Jack rose to prominence for the recipes she created as a single parent with a young child, aiming to provide family meals for less than £10 per week.Jack will be joining Nihal Arthanayake on Wednesdays at 3pm.You can get involved on Twitter using the hashtag #JackMonroesLockdownLarder, including @bbc5live.You can also text the show on 85058.Picture: Andrew Testa
20 Apr 202025min
Former Tory leader, Iain Duncan-Smith on the global response to coronavirus.
The former leader of the Conservative party, Sir Iain Duncan-Smith has defended the Government's response to the coronavirus crisis. "We are making it up as we go along, that's been the case from day one." he has told 5 Live's Stephen nolan of the global pandemic response.He also says he has tried to find PPE, personal protective equipment for NHS staff, saying it is the purpose of government to ensure there is enough supply.He is speaking to 5 Live's Stephen Nolan.
18 Apr 202022min
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the Coronavirus pandemic
William and Kate speak to Tina Daheley and urge the nation to look after their mental health while in isolation and praise the efforts of key workers.
17 Apr 202011min
