I totally agree . We need that guy back -_-

 

Yes -he's still in there if he ditches the feather boas

 

 

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I hardly dare ask :lol: but what are the prices like?

 

 

Prices are pretty ok I think , they are not a a crazy level ..

 

 

Love the watch or is it a bracelet , matches the top of the iron

 

 

 

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AURORA Institute launch raises over $8m at star-studded inaugural 'Evening of Discovery'

 

Tech entrepreneurs and investors Christian Angermayer, Louise Tabbiner and Henry Chalhoub, unite to launch the first non-profit incubator of its kind, focused on funding the world's leading individuals and NGOs dedicated to solving the mental health crisis. The event took place in St Tropez on Saturday, July 23 with over 500 international attendees. Celebrity guests, award winners and supporters included: Robbie Williams, Kevin Love, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Rob Raco, Cameron Winklevoss, Lola Tash & Nicole Argiris (@mytherapistsays), Peter Berg, Philippe Parenno, Kate Bock and Queen Latifah. Live performances, presentations and art installations included Kool & The Gang, Tinie Tempah, BLOND:ISH, master mentalist Lior Suchard, Tino Sehgal, Jeppe Hein, Refik Anadol and the "first cyborg" Nathan Copeland. In a groundbreaking moment Giannis Antetokounmpo opened up for the first time about his challenges after his meteoric rise to stardom, the pressure of being seen as the best player of his generation and his desire to give back to his community

 

Robbie Williams announced the creation of a global concert series, in association with AURORA, to raise funds and destigmatize mental health

 

SAINT-TROPEZ, France, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The AURORA Institute launched with its inaugural event honoring the first four AURORA Institute Prize winners. They were recognized for their significant contributions to ending the mental health crisis. Evening of Discovery was a one-of-a-kind celebration, focusing on the new science of mental health, mindful meditation, understanding the science behind psychedelics, and exploring the integration of the metaverse and virtual reality in mental health interventions. Over USD 8m was committed during the evening, which will be both directed to the charities represented by winners of the AURORA Institute Prize on stage and the the ideas brought forward during the "call to action." Each recipient receives a grant and strategic consulting services for the mental health charitable organization that they represent. This year's winners for each category were: Athlete: Kevin Love. Olympian and NBA All-Star Kevin Love is basketball's most vocal advocate for mental health. In 2018 he established the Kevin Love Fund to inspire people to live their healthiest lives while providing tools for both mental and physical health.

 

Science: Dr. Adam Gazzaley, M.D., PhD. Leading global neuroscientist and founder of the Neuroscape Lab at UC San Francisco, bridging technology and neuroscience to create real-world solutions to enhance brain function. Dr. Gazzaley said: "It is an honor to receive this recognition from the Aurora Institute and I am energized by the potential I saw it convene. Leveraging the collective power of the organization and my fellow Aurora Institute Prize winners will drive real progress and better mental health for all. I look forward to helping accomplish our mutual goals."

 

Non-profit: The Klitschko Foundation Since 2003, the Klitschko Foundation has taught over 2 million young people in Ukraine to fight for their dreams through its various projects. Kostya Kovalchuk, member of the supervisory board said: "The key goal of Klitschko foundation is to teach every child to fight for their dreams. We are grateful to our partners and AURORA for their efforts to bring a better future for children of Ukraine suffering from various mental health issues because of the devastating war."

 

Sports and entertainment: The Weight of Gold. The Weight of Gold is a documentary investigating the connection between elite athleticism and psychological struggle, drawing on the experience of several Olympic competitors including Apolo Anton Ohno, Sasha Cohen, and Shaun White. Sasha Cohen said: "I am deeply moved by the Aurora Institute's recognition of our efforts to shine a light on the mental health struggles that Olympians face. Dismantling the entrenched stigma towards mental illness is essential to making progress, as those who suffer will only get the help they need if they can first admit they struggle."

 

In response to a call to action made at the event, attendees not only pledged financial support, but also committed to significant actions over the next 12 months. Highlights include: Globally renowned entertainer Robbie Williams announced the creation of MIND AID, together with AURORA, a global concert series with the purpose of fundraising for and destigmatizing mental health. MIND AID will show the world that it is okay to not be okay, to let people know that help is there if they need it and to support charities and initiatives that will make the world a happier place.

 

NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo announced the addition of mental health initiatives to the work of the Charles Antetokounmpo Family Foundation, the social impact foundation that focuses on refugees and immigrants, youth, sport, education, food & shelter, and widows.

Henrique Dubugras, Pedro Franceschi, founders of fintech leader BREX revealed a USD 3m plan to support their 15,000 customers to create more mental-health friendly workplaces. One of the most touching moments of the entire evening was when the worlds of two legends collided: for the first time Giannis Antetokounmpo opened up publicly about his owns challenges after his meteoric rise to stardom, the pressures associated being seen as the best player of his generation, and also the desire to give back to his community. To Kevin Love's surprise, Giannis cited Kevin as his role model and guiding star in an emotional speech.

 

Speaking on behalf of the founders, Christian Angermayer said: "One billion people suffer from mental health issues around the world and this number is only going to rise as we come out of the Covid-19 pandemic. Louise, Henry and I created AURORA Institute to bring together an ecosystem of global leaders from a range of diverse stakeholder groups to fight the global mental health crisis, head-on.". The event marked a key milestone in AURORA's plans to raise US$50 million in the next 5 years, while increasing visibility and awareness around the need for global mental health funding and de-stigmatizing of mental health issues. The AURORA Institute believes that by exploring and opening our minds, we can build a healthier, happier, and more inclusive future for all.

 

ABOUT AURORA INSTITUTE

 

The AURORA Institute was founded by Louise Tabbiner, Christian Angermayer and Henry Chalhoub. AURORA's mandate is to be the first non-profit incubator of its kind, focused on funding the world's leading individuals and NGOs dedicated to solving our existing global mental health crisis. Our goal is to amplify the efforts of those already doing the most impactful work or to empower those that could do more - helping them build their own foundations or navigate how to make mental health a core focus in their companies, communities and organizations. Founding partners of the Evening of Discovery include Asteya, Apeiron Investment Group, Introsight Advisors, and Impact One. Founding friends include Aethos Hotels, Mindmaze, Calm, SlimBiotics, Elie Saab, Gopuff, and Barents Re. Founding donors include flow and atai Life Sciences. Beverage sponsors include Armand de Brignac, HeavenSake, Rumor, Brother's Bond and TRIP.

 

For more information please visit: aurora.institute.

 

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Elisabeth , I have moved your post to this thread ..

 

 

https://www.oe24.at/leute/oesterreich/was-m...liams/525474089

 

According to this article Rob want to found a concert tour which is called 'Mind Aid' to create further awareness. This sounds good.

https://www.oe24.at/leute/oesterreich/was-m...liams/525474089

 

According to this article Rob want to found a concert tour which is called 'Mind Aid' to create further awareness. This sounds good.

 

 

That is a really good idea , I wonder what format they will take & will there be other artists involved :unsure:

 

Think about it Soccer Aid began with just a small idea & look where it is now

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Robbie Williams recruits 56-piece orchestra for BBC Radio 2 Live in Leeds show

 

 

Robbie Williams will be joined by the 56-piece BBC Concert Orchestra for a special performance at the Radio 2 Live In Leeds event. The 48-year-old singer will headline the Sunday bill alongside previously announced acts including Nile Rodgers and Chic, George Ezra and Spice Girls star Melanie C. Meanwhile, Elbow join the Saturday billing alongside acts such as Simple Minds, Tears For Fears and Craig David.

 

The two new additions to the billing were announced by Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

 

Take That’s Howard Donald will also join the network’s presenters to perform a set in the new Radio 2 Live DJ Tent.

 

Williams, who last performed for Radio 2 In Concert in November 2019, said: “I’m thrilled to be performing at Radio 2 Live at Leeds with my band and the legendary BBC Concert Orchestra in September. I’m really looking forward to seeing you all in Leeds.” Bury-formed rockers Elbow added: “Elbow has a history of great gigs in Leeds, and sharing the stage with our heroes Simple Minds and Tears For Fears will turn us all back into jelly-kneed teenagers.” Jeff Smith, head of music for Radio 2, said the two acts were joining “what is already a stellar bill of globally-renowned artists, this is going to be a truly memorable weekend of music”. He added: “Come and join us in Leeds, or if you can’t be there in person, you can see and hear the performances on Radio 2, BBC Sounds, BBC iPlayer and BBC Two.”

 

The BBC expects this year’s edition to be the biggest yet, attracting some 60,000 fans over two days at Temple Newsam Park in Leeds.

 

The event will be broadcast live on Radio 2 and the full sets will be available to listen to on BBC Sounds for 30 days afterwards.

 

The main stage will also be live-streamed on iPlayer throughout the weekend.

 

It was also announced that Williams will appear on Reel Stories with Dermot O’Leary, in which the presenter sits down with famous guests to look back at key moments in their life and career. Previous guests have included Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, Noel Gallagher, Kylie Minogue, Sting and Sir Rod Stewart. O’Leary said: “I’ve known Robbie for a very long time, and always loved his company, but I’ve never properly interviewed him. “He is, of course, an incredible performer, but he’s also one of our finest songwriters, responsible for generational anthems. “He’s the most honest, candid, wise and funny man, who’s come through some tough times to become the national treasure he is today. I hope you enjoy his story.”

 

Radio 2 Live in Leeds takes place on Saturday September 17 and Sunday September 18.

 

https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/mu...w-41884166.html

Robbie Williams and Howard Donald to join Mark Owen at Radio 2 Live in Leeds

 

 

https://uk.news.yahoo.com/robbie-williams-h...-090000037.html

Robbie Williams and Elbow to perform at Radio 2 Live in Leeds

 

 

With Robbie Williams headlining Sunday night and Elbow joining the Saturday line-up of Radio 2 Live in Leeds – both joining what is already a stellar bill of globally-renowned artists, this is going to be a truly memorable weekend of music. Come and join us in Leeds, or if you can’t be there in person, you can see and hear the performances on Radio 2, BBC Sounds, BBC iPlayer and BBC Two. Announced by Zoe Ball in the Breakfast Show today, two huge acts have been added to the bill of Radio 2 Live in Leeds, which takes place in Temple Newsam Park in September, plus a very special guest for the Radio 2 DJ Tent.

 

Robbie Williams accompanied by the 56-piece BBC Concert Orchestra will headline the day on Sunday 18th September and Elbow will be performing on Saturday 17th September. And Take That’s Howard Donald will be joining the network’s presenters to perform a set in the first ever Radio 2 Live DJ Tent. Tickets are on sale now at www.bbc.co.uk/radio2live. Also announced today is a Robbie Williams night on BBC Two in September featuring a newly-filmed Reel Stories presented by Dermot O’Leary and Robbie’s Radio 2 Live set in full alongside a programme featuring highlights from performances across the Radio 2 Live weekend.

 

Robbie Williams, who last performed for Radio 2 In Concert in November 2019, says: “I’m thrilled to be performing at Radio 2 Live at Leeds with my band and the legendary BBC Concert Orchestra in September. I’m really looking forward to seeing you all in Leeds.”

 

Elbow say: “Elbow has a history of great gigs in Leeds, and sharing the stage with our heroes Simple Minds and Tears for Fears will turn us all back into jelly-kneed teenagers.”

 

Jeff Smith, Head of Music for Radio 2, says: “With Robbie Williams headlining Sunday night and Elbow joining the Saturday line-up of Radio 2 Live in Leeds – both joining what is already a stellar bill of globally-renowned artists, this is going to be a truly memorable weekend of music. Come and join us in Leeds, or if you can’t be there in person, you can see and hear the performances on Radio 2, BBC Sounds, BBC iPlayer and BBC Two.”

 

Robbie and Elbow join an already star-studded line-up:

 

Saturday - Simple Minds, Tears For Fears, Craig David, Bananarama, Ella Henderson, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Kaiser Chiefs.

 

Sunday - Nile Rodgers & Chic, George Ezra, Melanie C, Emeli Sandé, Mark Owen, Heather Small and Olly Murs.

 

Robbie Williams has lived his life through a lens, but he hasn't yet watched it all back... until now. In the latest edition of Reel Stories, Dermot O’Leary sits down with Robbie to look back at the key moments of his life and career. From his pre-boyband days on stage in Oliver!, right through to his recent homecoming show at Port Vale, there are 30 years’ worth of clips to choose from. These include the break-up of Take That, going solo at Glastonbury, his ground-breaking Knebworth concert, and the triumphant Take That reunion tour with Gary, Mark, Jason and Howard. Previous guests on Reel Stories include Dave Grohl, Noel Gallagher, Kylie Minogue, Sting and Rod Stewart. An Ora Et Labora/Craft Films production for BBC Two/BBC Music.

 

Dermot O’Leary says: “I’ve known Robbie for a very long time, and always loved his company, but I’ve never properly interviewed him. He is, of course, an incredible performer, but he’s also one of our finest songwriters, responsible for generational anthems. He’s the most honest, candid, wise and funny man, who’s come through some tough times to become the national treasure he is today. I hope you enjoy his story.”

 

Since leaving Take That and launching his solo career over 25 years ago, Robbie Williams has continued to have a stellar career, selling over 85 million albums worldwide, with thirteen UK number one albums - the most for any solo artist, equalled only by Elvis Presley - and fourteen number one singles. He’s received an unmatched 18 Brit awards and in 2003 performed three nights at Knebworth to a record-breaking crowd of 375,000 fans. Reconvening with Take That, their 2010 Progress album became the fastest-selling of the twenty-first century and was followed by the biggest-selling British tour ever. This September, Robbie releases his latest studio album, XXV, celebrating 25 years as a solo artist. Following his Homecoming charity concert at Vale Park in June 2022 and ahead of his UK and Ireland Arena tour in October, he and the BBC Concert Orchestra will perform for Radio 2 Live in Leeds.

 

Elbow first formed at Bury College in 1990. From an initial John Peel play on Radio 1 of Powder Blue from their debut Noisebox EP in 1998, to a Mercury Prize win for 2008’s million selling The Seldom Seen Kid, the band released their ninth studio album, Flying Dream 1 in 2021. Along the way, they have become one of the UK’s most recognised and loved bands, winning a BRIT Award, NME Award, Mojo Award, numerous Ivor Novello Awards, and achieving multiple UK Number One albums, complete with gold and platinum discs. Elbow recently performed a blistering set at Glastonbury, and have performed live many times on Radio 2 - most recently, a Sofa Session on Jo Whiley’s show in January this year. Their frontman, Guy Garvey, also hosts a weekly show on BBC Radio 6 Music (Sundays, 2-4pm), available on BBC Sounds.

 

Bill Chandler, Director of the BBC Concert Orchestra, says: “The BBC Concert Orchestra is looking forward to joining BBC Radio 2 Live in Leeds as part of their huge weekend celebrating live music. Having collaborated with some of pop’s best loved artists as part of the Radio 2 Piano Room month in February 2022 and since then, we can’t wait to join Robbie Williams on stage in front of a live audience at Temple Newsam.”

 

This will be the station’s biggest ever Radio 2 Live, being held over two days in front of 30,000 music fans each day in Leeds. It will be hosted by some of the station’s best loved presenters and, for the first time, there will be a Radio 2 DJ Tent where they - as well as special guest Howard Donald - will be playing sets, including Richie Anderson’s Pick Your Own Playlist introduced by Zoe Ball, Sara Cox’s Full Wower, Rylan’s Ibiza Anthems, DJ Spoony’s Good Groove, Jo Whiley’s Shiny Happy Playlist, Dermot O’Leary’s Alternative Sounds of the 90s, Gary Davies 80s Mastermix, Trevor Nelson’s Rhythm Nation, Tony Blackburn’s The Golden Hour, Revd. Kate Bottley’s Wedding Disco, OJ Borg’s One Hit Wonders, Rylan's Ibiza Anthems and more...

 

The event will be broadcast live on Radio 2 - which has a weekly audience of 14.6m (RAJAR Q1 2022) - and the station will also be featuring festival highlights across the weekend, with the full sets available to listen on BBC Sounds for 30 days afterwards.

 

The Main Stage will be live-streamed on BBC iPlayer throughout the weekend, also with performances available for 30 days.

 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2022/robb...io-2-live-leeds

O’Leary said: “I’ve known Robbie for a very long time, and always loved his company, but I’ve never properly interviewed him. “He is, of course, an incredible performer, but he’s also one of our finest songwriters, responsible for generational anthems. “He’s the most honest, candid, wise and funny man, who’s come through some tough times to become the national treasure he is today. I hope you enjoy his story.”

 

I absolutely love Dermot O'Leary :wub:

Thanks Laura , he is so nice :)

 

Yes isn't he - he's a lovely man ^_^

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The line up of this festival sounds brilliant.

 

It's right up his street. I thin he's going to be amazing.

The line up of this festival sounds brilliant.

 

It's right up his street. I thin he's going to be amazing.

 

 

Is it being shown live on BBC2 , I hope so :unsure:

Is it being shown live on BBC2 , I hope so :unsure:

 

 

The BBC expects this year’s edition to be the biggest yet, attracting some 60,000 fans over two days at Temple Newsam Park in Leeds.

 

The event will be broadcast live on Radio 2 and the full sets will be available to listen to on BBC Sounds for 30 days afterwards.

 

The main stage will also be live-streamed on iPlayer throughout the weekend. B-)

The BBC expects this year’s edition to be the biggest yet, attracting some 60,000 fans over two days at Temple Newsam Park in Leeds.

 

The event will be broadcast live on Radio 2 and the full sets will be available to listen to on BBC Sounds for 30 days afterwards.

 

The main stage will also be live-streamed on iPlayer throughout the weekend. B-)

 

 

I will get it on the radio then, we cannot get the BBC iplayer over here :mellow: . Radio is usually good anyway so looking forward to it. I have seen a few events on BBC2 recently so they might televise it