P&O Iona family cruise ! Travel with kids... not your usual UK Travel Podcast

& Isle of Wight Festival at 40

Recent travel adventures, reflecting on the joys and challenges of holidays as 40-something dads while trading dad jokes and first-look experiences.

• Walliams reviews a "bread and butter modern ale" from Vocation Brewery, giving it a 7 out of something
• Mr Hodgkiss recounts his first festival experience as a 40+ year old at Isle of Wight Festival, attending with a group of friends for a stag do
• The festival was geared toward their age group with bands like Sting, Justin Timberlake, and Busted
• Mr Hodgkiss discusses the unexpected creativity of making a poncho out of a bin bag when caught in the rain
• Tips for dads include proper etiquette during aborted plane landings and resisting the urge to comfort strangers
• Updates on Logan's unique animal vocabulary including "yellow up-ups" for giraffes
• Walliams shares his family's first cruise experience aboard P&O Iona to Norwegian fjords
• The cruise included visiting beautiful Norwegian towns and enjoying onboard entertainment with their toddler
• An ice cream afternoon tea featuring multiple desserts per person demonstrated the indulgent nature of cruise dining

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In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we explore the stunning transformation of Battersea Power Station in London and break down the biggest announcements from Google I/O 2025 — including AI, Android 15, and Gemini updates.

• Battersea Power Station redevelopment
• Google I/O 2025 announcements
• AI features from Google
• Things to do near Battersea

Google I/O 2025, Battersea Power Station, London architecture, tech news, AI, Android 15

We explore Battersea Power Station's impressive transformation into a high-end shopping destination with historical features preserved and Google's revolutionary technological advancements at their I/O 2025 keynote.

• Battersea Power Station has been revamped into a luxury shopping mall while preserving original architectural elements
• The Power Station includes over 150 shops, bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues
• One of the chimneys houses a glass viewing deck offering panoramic views of London
• Google Beam creates 3D video calls with multiple camera angles for more immersive conversations
• Google's AI filmmaking tool can generate professional-quality videos from simple prompts and images
• Gemini 2.5 Pro with Deep Think offers enhanced reasoning capabilities for more accurate responses
• Google's smart glasses can provide real-time translation during conversations
• Our podcast mysteriously ranks #2 for "tropical fruits" searches on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

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A candid chat on keeping kids safe (and sane) in Fortnite, our Center Parcs getaway, plus what we learned test-riding electric bikes

We're back for series four with a packed episode covering digital parenting challenges, family holiday adventures, and hilarious mishaps with new technology.

• Navigating Fortnite as a parent – understanding parental controls, monitoring online interactions, and setting boundaries
• A 10-year-old's perspective on Fortnite gaming, including insights on different game modes and social dynamics
• Center Parcs Longleat review – swimming adventures, wildlife encounters, and tips for getting the best value
• The safari park experience, including monkeys stealing car parts and 110 registration plates collected in one week
• First time on an e-bike resulting in a crash into nettles, but proving worth the adventure despite the mishap
• Japanese matcha Kit Kats tasting in the new "Pints and First Bites" segment

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