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0:00:18 > 0:00:23- Hello and welcome to Llanelli - for your Friday edition of Heno.
0:00:23 > 0:00:27- Your weekend starts here!
0:00:27 > 0:00:30- Have you planned a busy weekend?
0:00:31 > 0:00:34- I'm not going to move - a muscle this weekend.
0:00:35 > 0:00:41- I've given my husband - a list of specific requirements.
0:00:42 > 0:00:46- I've listed what chocolates - and flowers I want.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- Yes, it's Mother's Day on Sunday...
0:00:49 > 0:00:52- ..and we're joined by the most - famous mother and daughter in Wales.
0:00:53 > 0:00:54- It's the duo, Gwenda and Geinor.
0:00:55 > 0:00:57- Here's a clip of them rehearsing.
0:00:57 > 0:01:00- # The sound of the children playing
0:01:00 > 0:01:04- # Silences the crashing waves
0:01:05 > 0:01:09- # And nothing can disturb - this precious moment
0:01:09 > 0:01:14- # With you #
0:01:14 > 0:01:18- It was lovely to see - Gwenda and Geinor singing there.
0:01:18 > 0:01:22- I've returned home to Cardigan - to celebrate Mother's Day.
0:01:22 > 0:01:26- Tonight, - we've come to Cardigan Castle.
0:01:27 > 0:01:30- We hear more about the annual - local Hoelion Wyth Eisteddfod.
0:01:30 > 0:01:34- Our next story is only - a stone's throw from here...
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- ..at Penrhiwllan near Llandysul.
0:01:38 > 0:01:40- In less than 24 hours...
0:01:40 > 0:01:45- ..I'll compete in the British - Rally Championship in Mid Wales.
0:01:46 > 0:01:49- On tonight's programme...
0:01:49 > 0:01:55- ..I'll chat to Elin Fflur about - the new series of Mamwlad on S4C.
0:01:55 > 0:01:59- Tonight, you'll hear about - the latest OPRA Cymru production.
0:01:59 > 0:02:05- We'll tour with Deigryn Yn Y Dirgel - or L'elisir D'amore.
0:02:06 > 0:02:10- We also meet a young lady - from Swansea...
0:02:10 > 0:02:13- ..who's representing - the Wales Under 17s netball team...
0:02:14 > 0:02:16- ..in the European Championships.
0:02:16 > 0:02:20- We've been inundated with - your St David's Day photographs.
0:02:20 > 0:02:26- Thank you for sending them to us - and we'll see some of them later.
0:02:33 > 0:02:38- Welcome back to Cardigan Castle - to a special event on this site.
0:02:38 > 0:02:42- It's the Hoelion Wyth - annual Eisteddfod.
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- I'll explain - its historical importance later.
0:02:47 > 0:02:52- Tomorrow, the British Rally - Championships starts in Mid Wales.
0:02:52 > 0:02:56- Elfyn Evans from Machynlleth - is amongst the favourites...
0:02:56 > 0:03:00- ..but there's another feature - of interest to the Welsh.
0:03:00 > 0:03:04- Yesterday, we went - to Penrhiwllan near Llandysul...
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- ..for the launch of Spencer Sport - who have three cars in the event.
0:03:12 > 0:03:17- The BRC is the - British Rally Championship.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- It's returned in 2016 - after a sabbatical in 2015.
0:03:21 > 0:03:26- It's a strong championship - with lots of international drivers.
0:03:26 > 0:03:34- Elfyn Evans also competes - in this fantastic championship.
0:03:34 > 0:03:38- This year, one of the drivers - representing Spencer Sport...
0:03:39 > 0:03:43- ..is the 21-year-old - from Machynlleth, Osian Pryce.
0:03:43 > 0:03:49- I started racing when I was 16.
0:03:49 > 0:03:53- I competed in Latvian rallies - before I passed my test.
0:03:53 > 0:03:56- I returned home - to compete in local rallies.
0:03:57 > 0:04:00- This year, we're also competing - in World Rally Championship rounds.
0:04:00 > 0:04:07- My father was a co-driver - and my grandfather did some driving.
0:04:07 > 0:04:11- However, they did it to have fun - and didn't compete at a high level.
0:04:11 > 0:04:16- I've had a chance to compete at a - high level and I'm grateful for it.
0:04:16 > 0:04:19- In order for driver to fulfil - their full potential...
0:04:19 > 0:04:22- ..talented mechanics are needed - to get the best from the car.
0:04:23 > 0:04:27- We have lots of work to do - when a car returns from a rally.
0:04:27 > 0:04:32- We have to clean it thoroughly, - check every part and fix damages.
0:04:32 > 0:04:37- In some events, we have to change - the car setup from tarmac to gravel.
0:04:38 > 0:04:41- This is a Mitsubishi Mirage - that's been adapted for rallying.
0:04:41 > 0:04:45- Lots of work has been done - on the engine, gearbox and brakes.
0:04:45 > 0:04:49- There's also more suspension travel - due to the gravel bumps.
0:04:49 > 0:04:55- Inside the car, there are - seats, belts and a rollcage.
0:04:55 > 0:05:01- In the boot, there's a spare wheel, - jack, nut gun and tool case.
0:05:01 > 0:05:06- There's also a net - to keep the helmets and belts.
0:05:06 > 0:05:08- One famous face at the launch...
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- ..was the former international - back row player, Dafydd Jones.
0:05:13 > 0:05:16- He was there as the ambassador - of the team's sponsor, Oil 4 Wales.
0:05:16 > 0:05:22- It's great to see a local team - that employs Welsh speakers.
0:05:22 > 0:05:25- There's a fantastic set-up.
0:05:25 > 0:05:29- As a Welsh company, - we're happy to support the team.
0:05:29 > 0:05:32- Osian Pryce - is a very promising driver.
0:05:32 > 0:05:35- There's an exciting season - ahead of him.
0:05:35 > 0:05:39- He's a young driver and it's vital - that we nurture his talent.
0:05:40 > 0:05:43- The Oil 4 Wales company - is looking forward to his season.
0:05:43 > 0:05:48- My aim is to test the car as we - haven't had much time on the road.
0:05:48 > 0:05:52- The first round of the championship - is the ideal opportunity for this.
0:05:52 > 0:05:56- What is it about rallying - that appeals so much to the Welsh?
0:05:56 > 0:06:01- There's so much rallying - in this area and Wales in general.
0:06:01 > 0:06:05- Rallying is in my blood.
0:06:05 > 0:06:11- There's excitement to be had for - participators and spectators alike.
0:06:20 > 0:06:25- We must apologise for the problems - that we had with the sound...
0:06:25 > 0:06:27- ..at the top of the programme.
0:06:28 > 0:06:30- Mother's Day is on the horizon...
0:06:30 > 0:06:35- ..so we're joined by the most famous - mother and daughter in Wales.
0:06:35 > 0:06:39- It's the duo from the Gwendraeth - Valley, Gwenda and Geinor.
0:06:39 > 0:06:47- Welcome to you both.
0:06:47 > 0:06:54- How will you be celebrating - on Sunday?
0:06:54 > 0:06:59- I hope Mam is going to make lunch - for us all!
0:06:59 > 0:07:11- I'll be cooking.
0:07:11 > 0:07:16- I don't mind as long as the - others do the washing up!
0:07:16 > 0:07:20- Geinor, - you are a mother of two boys.
0:07:20 > 0:07:23- Yes, I've got two sons.
0:07:23 > 0:07:27- They are eight and five.
0:07:27 > 0:07:35- I don't know - if they've got anything planned.
0:07:36 > 0:07:40- You sing and also work together.
0:07:40 > 0:07:44- We've got a salon - on the farm at home.
0:07:44 > 0:07:50- I didn't know - what I wanted to do after school.
0:07:50 > 0:07:54- The business is thriving.
0:07:54 > 0:07:59- We've renovating the cowshed.
0:07:59 > 0:08:11- It's going to be - a great salon for us.
0:08:11 > 0:08:24- The shed used to - house working horses.
0:08:25 > 0:08:33- Working together can be - a strain sometimes I'm sure.
0:08:33 > 0:08:37- We're like two sisters.
0:08:37 > 0:08:40- I had Geinor when I was quite young.
0:08:40 > 0:08:50- Geinor does the hair in the salon...
0:08:50 > 0:08:54- ..and I focus more on - the beauty side of the salon.
0:08:55 > 0:08:57- You love performing together though.
0:08:57 > 0:09:00- We love singing together.
0:09:01 > 0:09:13- People ask us to sing in the salon.
0:09:13 > 0:09:16- You've been singing with - your mother from a young age.
0:09:16 > 0:09:24- I was 15 when we started singing.
0:09:25 > 0:09:28- I was ill and there was - a concert with S4C at Pontyberem...
0:09:28 > 0:09:30- ..and Geinor did some singing too.
0:09:30 > 0:09:38- The boys enjoy some singing.
0:09:38 > 0:09:44- We've got a quiz for you.
0:09:44 > 0:09:49- We want to see how well - you know each other.
0:09:49 > 0:10:03- Let's see what you know.
0:10:03 > 0:10:07- What would your mother prefer - to get on Mother's Day?
0:10:07 > 0:10:10- Would she want flowers, - chocolates or breakfast in bed?
0:10:10 > 0:10:14- I think it's flowers.
0:10:14 > 0:10:21- Yes, that's right.
0:10:21 > 0:10:27- It's like Sion a Sian!
0:10:27 > 0:10:36- We've got the same question.
0:10:37 > 0:10:41- What would Geinor prefer - to get on Mother's Day?
0:10:41 > 0:10:44- I think Geinor would say flowers.
0:10:44 > 0:10:49- Yes, that's right.
0:10:50 > 0:11:00- What would your mother prefer?
0:11:00 > 0:11:07- A day with the family or pampering?
0:11:07 > 0:11:16- A day with the family.
0:11:16 > 0:11:19- What would your prefer, Gwenda?
0:11:20 > 0:11:22- I think Geinor would want the same.
0:11:23 > 0:11:26- There's also a prize - that you can have later.
0:11:26 > 0:11:28- Llinos is going to pamper you!
0:11:28 > 0:11:31- It's a joke!
0:11:31 > 0:11:34- Last night, - you could win a hamper of goods...
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- ..for your mother, grandmother, - mother-in-law or anyone!
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- Thanks to everyone who picked up - the phone to enter the competition.
0:11:41 > 0:11:45- Only one person could win and that's - Geraint Rowlands from Rhostrehwfa.
0:11:46 > 0:11:48- Congratulations to you - and enjoy the hamper.
0:11:49 > 0:11:53- A popular character of children's - television was back in school.
0:11:53 > 0:11:56- Cyw and friends visited - Ysgol y Dderwen in Carmarthen...
0:11:56 > 0:12:00- ..to introduce a new resource - for the children of Wales...
0:12:00 > 0:12:04- ..and they had a very warm welcome.
0:12:06 > 0:12:11- We're launching a partnership - between Canolfan Peniarth...
0:12:11 > 0:12:13- ..and S4C's Cyw.
0:12:13 > 0:12:17- We hope this will be the first - of many educational resources...
0:12:18 > 0:12:22- ..that brings Cyw - into the classroom.
0:12:22 > 0:12:27- We've got dominoes, snap, - they've played language games...
0:12:27 > 0:12:31- ..and developed various aspects - of the language.
0:12:31 > 0:12:33- A snake.
0:12:34 > 0:12:36- What's on the snake?
0:12:36 > 0:12:42- They have been counting - and making shapes.
0:12:43 > 0:12:46- We played Cyw on the computer.
0:12:46 > 0:12:49- We played hopscotch too.
0:12:50 > 0:12:54- And we did - some cutting and sticking.
0:12:54 > 0:12:59- It's an excellent way to highlight - the service and the Welsh identity.
0:13:00 > 0:13:05- Cyw can also help - non-Welsh speaking parents...
0:13:05 > 0:13:11- ..who send their children - to Welsh schools.
0:13:11 > 0:13:26- This is excellent for Cyw and - children can learn whilst playing.
0:13:26 > 0:13:29- # How are you? How's it going?
0:13:29 > 0:13:33- # It's time to say hello - to all our friends #
0:13:33 > 0:13:36- We can pat ourselves on the back.
0:13:36 > 0:13:37- Well done to us.
0:13:37 > 0:13:40- Yes, well done to us.
0:13:45 > 0:13:47- It looks wonderful.
0:13:48 > 0:13:54- The Cyw educational pack is - available from Canolfan Peniarth.
0:13:54 > 0:13:56- After the break...
0:13:56 > 0:14:01- ..we chat with the comedians, - Dan Thomas and Steffan Alun.
0:14:01 > 0:14:05- They've just started - a stand-up tour of Wales.
0:14:05 > 0:14:18- There's also an Eisteddfod in - Cardigan that differs to the norm.
0:14:18 > 0:14:27- Cardigan Castle plays host - to the Hoelion Wyth Eisteddfod.
0:14:27 > 0:14:29- It's an historic night.
0:14:29 > 0:14:33- First, let's take a look at more - of your photo from St David's Day.
0:14:33 > 0:14:37- # St David's little things
0:14:37 > 0:14:44- # Not the sound of fire - but the sound of chords
0:14:44 > 0:14:50- # Not a large oak but small birds
0:14:50 > 0:14:54- # Not the sun and moon
0:14:54 > 0:14:58- # But the sparks of fire
0:14:58 > 0:15:08- # To keep all of the little things #
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0:15:23 > 0:15:27- Welcome back to Heno.
0:15:28 > 0:15:32- We're live from Cardigan Castle.
0:15:33 > 0:15:40- The Hoelion Wyth Eisteddfod - is being held here tonight.
0:15:40 > 0:15:45- This room is full - of historic artefacts.
0:15:45 > 0:15:50- Here's a quick history of the - first Eisteddfod held in Wales.
0:15:52 > 0:15:57- The National Eisteddfod is an event - we associated with August...
0:15:57 > 0:15:59- ..and that pink pavilion!
0:16:00 > 0:16:03- But the date, location and - competitions were very different...
0:16:03 > 0:16:10- ..when the first Eisteddfod was held - about 1,000 years ago in 1176.
0:16:10 > 0:16:16- Lord Rhys, Prince of Deheubarth, - wanted an event about the arts...
0:16:16 > 0:16:19- ..to showcase his authority - as a leader.
0:16:19 > 0:16:26- He invited poets and musicians to - a new festival in Cardigan Castle.
0:16:26 > 0:16:32- It's recorded in Brut y Tywysogion, - a primary source of Welsh history.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- In the Christmas of that year...
0:16:37 > 0:16:40- ..Lord Rhys ap Gruffydd - held court at Cardigan Castle...
0:16:40 > 0:16:44- ..and set a competition for poets - and another for the musicians.
0:16:44 > 0:16:48- The winners won a chair - and an array of gifts.
0:16:48 > 0:16:53- A young man from Rhys' court - won the musicians' chair...
0:16:53 > 0:17:02- ..whilst artists from Gwynedd - won the poets' prizes.
0:17:02 > 0:17:08- The word, Eisteddfod, - wasn't used until 1523...
0:17:08 > 0:17:13- ..but the crowning and chairing - ceremonies are still very important.
0:17:13 > 0:17:17- And it all started in a small town - in West Wales.
0:17:26 > 0:17:32- That was a lot of history.
0:17:32 > 0:17:36- John is one of the founders - of the Hoelion Wyth.
0:17:36 > 0:17:39- Tell us about the Hoelion Wyth.
0:17:39 > 0:17:43- It started about 40 years ago.
0:17:44 > 0:17:51- There's been an array of groups.
0:17:52 > 0:17:58- There are six groups in total.
0:17:58 > 0:18:02- Yes, there are six branches - altogether.
0:18:03 > 0:18:15- In Aberporth, they meet every month.
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- What's in store tonight?
0:18:20 > 0:18:22- It's going to be a lively night.
0:18:23 > 0:18:27- It'll be a fun evening.
0:18:27 > 0:18:35- I hope more people - will arrive later.
0:18:35 > 0:18:39- It's a good night.
0:18:39 > 0:18:44- We have a competition about jokes.
0:18:44 > 0:18:51- There's a sketch, the choir - competition and much more.
0:18:51 > 0:18:56- There's also limericks - and other poems.
0:18:57 > 0:18:59- We also have a Crown and Chair.
0:19:00 > 0:19:02- Join me later - when I'll have more from Cardigan.
0:19:03 > 0:19:08- Last night, Bridged saw the first - night of a stand-up tour...
0:19:08 > 0:19:12- ..that travels the whole of Wales - and finishes in Cardiff in April.
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- The entire tour - is being followed by S4C.
0:19:17 > 0:19:22- Tomorrow, they're in the best town - in the world, namely Barry!
0:19:22 > 0:19:27- Tonight, we're joined by two - of the comedians on the tour.
0:19:27 > 0:19:31- Dan Thomas and Steffan Alun, - welcome to the programme.
0:19:31 > 0:19:38- Don't forget to behave now, boys!
0:19:38 > 0:19:46- I'm just saying hello to everyone!
0:19:46 > 0:19:51- Tell us more about this tour.
0:19:52 > 0:19:56- The stand-up tour - continues in Barry tomorrow night.
0:19:56 > 0:20:02- Barry is always a great venue.
0:20:02 > 0:20:08- I was at your first stand-up show.
0:20:08 > 0:20:14- I thought you were going - to pick on me.
0:20:14 > 0:20:17- The Barry gig was great...
0:20:17 > 0:20:26- ..because everyone was drunk!
0:20:27 > 0:20:39- In the past, all the other gigs - have been very respectable!
0:20:39 > 0:20:45- This was three years ago.
0:20:46 > 0:20:48- It isn't an easy task - to make people laugh.
0:20:49 > 0:20:58- It's far from easy.
0:20:58 > 0:21:01- We do feel pressure.
0:21:01 > 0:21:04- It's better than a daily job.
0:21:05 > 0:21:09- When did you find out - that you were funny?
0:21:10 > 0:21:13- Five years - after I started stand-up...
0:21:13 > 0:21:16- ..I realized that I was funny!
0:21:17 > 0:21:27- I wasn't the school joker.
0:21:27 > 0:21:34- When I was older, - I'd watch Fawlty Towers.
0:21:34 > 0:21:37- It was great.
0:21:37 > 0:21:44- Some of the comedians that come - from Britain have made it big...
0:21:45 > 0:21:50- ..such as Miranda and Rob Brydon.
0:21:50 > 0:21:54- Comedy is a big business - in the English world...
0:21:54 > 0:22:00- ..and it's started - to follow suit in Wales.
0:22:00 > 0:22:07- We both perform - in English and Welsh.
0:22:07 > 0:22:11- There are subjects that people - don't touch in English.
0:22:11 > 0:22:19- We can cover those in Welsh.
0:22:19 > 0:22:23- You're in Pontypridd on 13 March - and in Denbigh on 1 April.
0:22:23 > 0:22:28- You head to Theatr Felinfach on - 2 April and Llanfyrnach on 16 April.
0:22:29 > 0:22:35- You travel to Swansea on 22 April - and Cardiff on 23 April.
0:22:35 > 0:22:41- I think it's going to be the first - time that we've been in North Wales.
0:22:41 > 0:22:47- I always remember my worst gigs.
0:22:47 > 0:22:51- I remember when someone - was sick on me!
0:22:51 > 0:22:53- Thank you for joining us.
0:22:53 > 0:22:55- Good luck with your tour.
0:22:55 > 0:22:59- After the break, Ffion Hague chats - about the new series of Mamwlad...
0:22:59 > 0:23:01- ..that starts on Sunday night - on S4C.
0:23:02 > 0:23:07- We also hear of the ever-popular - Gwyl Aber Dewi Festival in Swansea.
0:23:07 > 0:23:12- It starts at 10.00am tomorrow with - Al Lewis, Lowri Evans and Gildas.
0:23:12 > 0:23:17- First, let's hear about your events - from across Wales in the Calendar.
0:23:25 > 0:23:31- The Llanberis Mountain Film Festival - will run from tonight until Sunday.
0:23:32 > 0:23:36- It's the only adventure - film festival in Wales.
0:23:36 > 0:23:39- Come in your droves.
0:23:40 > 0:23:42- On Saturday, 5 March - at Neuadd Rhoshirwaun...
0:23:42 > 0:23:46- ..there's a party to celebrate - the 40th birthday of Llanw Llyn.
0:23:46 > 0:23:49- The evening starts at 7.30pm - so come in your droves.
0:23:49 > 0:23:54- Come to the Senedd on 5 and 5 March - to celebrate our tenth birthday.
0:23:54 > 0:23:58- On the day, we'll be joined - by Cor Glanaethwy and Anni Llyn.
0:23:59 > 0:24:03- We'll also have the Cyw cast - and much more.
0:24:03 > 0:24:06- The Bangor Music Festival - continues over the weekend.
0:24:07 > 0:24:11- On Saturday at the Prichard-Jones - Hall, the Swingles will perform.
0:24:12 > 0:24:16- The Ty Cerdd conference will - also take place throughout the day.
0:24:16 > 0:24:20- On Sunday, - there's an Interactions conference.
0:24:20 > 0:24:24- On Monday, 7 March at 7.00pm - at Theatr Felinfach...
0:24:24 > 0:24:29- ..there's an evening of dramas - with three Young Farmers Clubs.
0:24:30 > 0:24:34- The clubs performing are Dyffryn - Cothi, Llanllwni and Pontsian.
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0:24:44 > 0:24:45- Subtitles
0:24:49 > 0:24:50- Welcome back.
0:24:51 > 0:24:53- It's Mother's Day on Sunday...
0:24:53 > 0:24:58- ..and it marks the start of a new - series of Mamwlad with Ffion Hague.
0:24:58 > 0:25:02- The series celebrates the most - pioneering women in Welsh history.
0:25:02 > 0:25:07- Elin Fflur chatted with Ffion Hague - at her home in Mid Wales.
0:25:28 > 0:25:34- Thank you for inviting us to - your beautiful home in Montgomery.
0:25:34 > 0:25:41- After being in London, this must be - a wonderful retreat for you.
0:25:41 > 0:25:46- Yes, it certainly is - and this really feels like home.
0:25:46 > 0:25:49- I always get a warm welcome - whenever I come home.
0:25:50 > 0:25:53- You've been travelling around Wales - for the third series of Mamwlad.
0:25:54 > 0:25:57- There's six women under - the spotlight in this series...
0:25:58 > 0:26:05- ..and they vary from women in war to - those who fought for women's rights.
0:26:05 > 0:26:11- Yes, and we try to do something - different in every series.
0:26:11 > 0:26:16- This time, we've got - the biggest historic spectrum.
0:26:16 > 0:26:21- We've also delved into medicine - with the story of Frances Hoggan.
0:26:21 > 0:26:27- Frances was the first woman - to graduate in medicine in Europe.
0:26:27 > 0:26:33- She had a colourful personal life - which could surprise our viewers.
0:26:33 > 0:26:38- There's also the story of - Betsi Cadwaladr, a nurse in Crimea.
0:26:38 > 0:26:42- I wanted to know how a woman - from Bala ended up in Crimea...
0:26:42 > 0:26:46- ..with Florence Nightingale.
0:26:46 > 0:26:51- You can only understand this - by looking at Betsi's early life.
0:26:51 > 0:26:58- It's amazing - and that's where we start.
0:26:58 > 0:27:01- My search for the truth - about Betsi Cadwaladr...
0:27:01 > 0:27:06- ..continues at The National Archives - in London.
0:27:06 > 0:27:11- It's believed to house a document - written by Betsi's fair hand.
0:27:11 > 0:27:17- She claims to be a 44-year-old - widow of robust constitution.
0:27:17 > 0:27:23- The last part was certainly true.
0:27:23 > 0:27:27- In truth, - she was a 64-year-old spinster.
0:27:27 > 0:27:31- There's two musicians - with Morfydd Llwyn Owen...
0:27:32 > 0:27:39- ..and Dora Herbert Jones - who had a long and interesting life.
0:27:39 > 0:27:43- Mamwlad usually focuses - on women from history...
0:27:44 > 0:27:49- ..but you have a contemporary figure - in Jennie Eiriau Davies.
0:27:49 > 0:27:53- She was an important part of public - life in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
0:27:53 > 0:28:01- She was the editor of Y Faner - but there's more to her than that.
0:28:01 > 0:28:07- It's very dangerous to be unwilling - to listen to the views of others.
0:28:08 > 0:28:14- She wasn't a genteel Welsh woman - who focused on Welsh issues.
0:28:14 > 0:28:20- Jennie Eirian would confront - the establishment if it was wrong.
0:28:21 > 0:28:26- It was great to see the archives and - see Wales in the 1970s and 1980s.
0:28:27 > 0:28:31- I'm old enough to remember that time - which was wonderful for me.
0:28:31 > 0:28:41- How does it feel to give these women - the recognition they deserve?
0:28:41 > 0:28:45- It's very important to do this.
0:28:45 > 0:28:51- History tends to follow royalty and - Prime Ministers who are often men.
0:28:51 > 0:28:55- We often forget - the achievements of women...
0:28:55 > 0:29:00- ..who often go against the tide - and live unconventional lives.
0:29:00 > 0:29:06- They are so inspirational.
0:29:07 > 0:29:12- Expectations are high - for this new series of Mamwlad.
0:29:12 > 0:29:16- All the women sound very interesting - and I can't wait to hear about them.
0:29:16 > 0:29:20- Thank you for chatting with me.
0:29:23 > 0:29:27- Mamwlad starts on Sunday at 7.30pm.
0:29:27 > 0:29:32- From 10.00am tomorrow, the streets - of Swansea will be in fine tune...
0:29:33 > 0:29:39- ..as the city's Menter Iaith holds - the annual Gwyl Aber Dewi Festival.
0:29:39 > 0:29:42- There's a fantastic line-up.
0:29:42 > 0:29:46- Organizer, Eleri Griffiths - encourages us to pay a visit.
0:29:47 > 0:29:48- Welcome to Heno.
0:29:48 > 0:30:00- Thank you.
0:30:00 > 0:30:05- The festival - was launched last year.
0:30:05 > 0:30:09- Yes. The festival started last year.
0:30:09 > 0:30:13- It was the vision of John Davies.
0:30:13 > 0:30:17- He's a Welsh learner.
0:30:18 > 0:30:24- He wanted to celebrate St David...
0:30:24 > 0:30:31- ..in the same way as the Irish - celebrate St Patrick's Day.
0:30:31 > 0:30:42- Last year was amazing.
0:30:42 > 0:30:45- What can we expect from tomorrow?
0:30:45 > 0:30:51- Tomorrow, we've got three stages.
0:30:51 > 0:30:54- There's one in the centre - of the town...
0:30:54 > 0:30:59- ..and another on Oxford Street.
0:30:59 > 0:31:07- There's the Ospreys choirs.
0:31:07 > 0:31:13- We've got local school children - taking part.
0:31:13 > 0:31:19- There's an Apprentice Aber Dewi.
0:31:19 > 0:31:23- This is a charity event.
0:31:23 > 0:31:30- There's items on sale...
0:31:30 > 0:31:34- ..for people to wear - in our special parade...
0:31:34 > 0:31:41- ..that starts at 3.30pm.
0:31:41 > 0:31:45- It goes all around the city.
0:31:45 > 0:31:51- This is a great event for the city.
0:31:51 > 0:31:57- This is very important for the city.
0:31:57 > 0:32:03- I only remember the fights...
0:32:03 > 0:32:09- ..but that's my fault!
0:32:09 > 0:32:13- There are comedians as well.
0:32:13 > 0:32:15- Noel James is going - to be doing some comedy.
0:32:15 > 0:32:18- He's on tour with us.
0:32:18 > 0:32:20- Enjoy the festival.
0:32:20 > 0:32:24- We stay in Swansea for the story - of a young girl from the city...
0:32:24 > 0:32:28- ..who's representing the Wales Under - 17s netball team in the Europe.
0:32:28 > 0:32:32- Rhian Evans is 14 from Ysgol Gwyr - and is certainly talented.
0:32:40 > 0:32:49- I represented Wales in cricket and - played against the English counties.
0:32:50 > 0:32:57- ..against Scotland, Ireland - and England in the Celtic Games.
0:32:57 > 0:33:05- This week, I'm hoping to go to - Gibraltar to play netball for Wales.
0:33:08 > 0:33:12- I play either the goal attack - or goal shooter...
0:33:12 > 0:33:17- ..and enjoy the positions - as I get to run around and shoot.
0:33:17 > 0:33:24- We've been training eight hours on a - Saturday and sometimes on a Sunday.
0:33:25 > 0:33:30- My favourite is netball - because it's a team sport...
0:33:30 > 0:33:35- ..so I can enjoy myself - with others too.
0:33:35 > 0:33:40- Dad has been my inspiration - behind getting me into sport.
0:33:40 > 0:33:45- He's given up a lot for me.
0:33:45 > 0:33:51- There's a lot of travelling involved - in the cricket and athletics...
0:33:51 > 0:33:56- ..so I need someone, such as Dad, - to drive me around!
0:33:56 > 0:34:02- In the future, I'd like to represent - Wales in the Commonwealth Games...
0:34:03 > 0:34:05- ..in either netball or athletics.
0:34:11 > 0:34:15- Wales is set to compete over the - next couple of days in Gibralter.
0:34:15 > 0:34:20- You can support the girls and watch - the live games on netballeurope.com
0:34:21 > 0:34:24- Good luck to them all!
0:34:24 > 0:34:27- Still to come - on tonight's programme...
0:34:27 > 0:34:32- ..we join OPRA Cymru in Criccieth on - their tour of communities in Wales.
0:34:32 > 0:34:35- "Shut the back doors - and fair play to all."
0:34:36 > 0:34:53- The Eisteddfod is set to start - at Cardigan with Daf.
0:34:53 > 0:34:56- I should follow that by saying you - should be quiet!
0:34:56 > 0:35:00- The Hoelion Wyth Eisteddfod is set - to start shortly at Cardigan Castle.
0:35:00 > 0:35:03- It's time to enjoy more - of your St David's Day photos.
0:35:04 > 0:35:07- # St David's little things
0:35:07 > 0:35:12- # Not the sound of fire - but the sound of chords
0:35:12 > 0:35:17- # Not a large oak but small birds
0:35:18 > 0:35:22- # Not the sun and moon
0:35:22 > 0:35:28- # But the sparks of fire
0:35:28 > 0:35:33- # But oh, what a hassle it is - to try and find a sack
0:35:34 > 0:35:38- # To keep all of the little things #
0:35:45 > 0:35:45- .
0:35:55 > 0:35:57- Subtitles
0:36:01 > 0:36:04- Welcome back to Heno.
0:36:05 > 0:36:11- We're live at Cardigan Castle - for the Hoelion Wyth Eisteddfod.
0:36:11 > 0:36:15- This is a very historic night.
0:36:15 > 0:36:27- Eifion Evans - is a member of the Beca branch.
0:36:27 > 0:36:37- It's certainly a historic night.
0:36:38 > 0:36:53- The first Eisteddfod was held here - over 800 years ago.
0:36:53 > 0:36:57- The society comes together - twice a year.
0:36:57 > 0:37:02- We have an Eisteddfod in March.
0:37:02 > 0:37:05- There's also a concert - later in the year.
0:37:05 > 0:37:08- The concert is a fund-raising event.
0:37:08 > 0:37:13- This Eisteddfod - is always a great event.
0:37:13 > 0:37:20- I'm joined by Eurfyl Lewis.
0:37:20 > 0:37:25- There's many competitions.
0:37:25 > 0:37:29- We've got the best stage - performance.
0:37:29 > 0:37:39- The award is from Aberborth.
0:37:39 > 0:37:47- There's something - from the Beca branch...
0:37:47 > 0:37:55- ..for the branch - with the most points.
0:37:56 > 0:38:00- We have a crown for the - best musician.
0:38:01 > 0:38:04- We don't have a sword...
0:38:04 > 0:38:10- ..but have a nail.
0:38:10 > 0:38:14- The nail takes its name from - our group's name.
0:38:14 > 0:38:19- Lyn Ebenezer belongs - to the Cors Caron branch.
0:38:20 > 0:38:24- I've won the crown and chair - in the past.
0:38:24 > 0:38:27- It's a great Eisteddfod.
0:38:27 > 0:38:37- I really enjoy it.
0:38:37 > 0:38:45- It's a mixture of fun and laughter.
0:38:45 > 0:38:52- The judges have a few limericks - to recite for us.
0:38:52 > 0:39:00- I don't know if I can read - a lot of the limericks to you.
0:39:00 > 0:39:03- A lot of them are too naughty!
0:39:04 > 0:39:08- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:39:09 > 0:39:13- In 2009, OPRA Cymru was established - by Patrick and Sioned Young.
0:39:13 > 0:39:17- The married couple were passionate - about Welsh language opera...
0:39:17 > 0:39:20- ..and delivering it - to the communities of Wales.
0:39:20 > 0:39:24- They're currently on tour - and we were at the Criccieth leg.
0:39:31 > 0:39:38- We're going on tour - with the comic opera by Donizetti.
0:39:38 > 0:39:44- The original name - is L'elisir D'amore.
0:39:45 > 0:39:49- However, our Welsh-language version - is called Deigryn yn y Dirgel.
0:39:49 > 0:39:56- It's a very poetic title.
0:40:00 > 0:40:04- I've worked with OPRA Cymru before.
0:40:04 > 0:40:08- However, this is a comic opera - with a love story.
0:40:08 > 0:40:16- The characters have conversions - so there's a bit of everything!
0:40:19 > 0:40:24- Let me give you a brief outline - of the story.
0:40:24 > 0:40:30- There's a farmhand who works - for Adina, the lead character.
0:40:30 > 0:40:35- He's in love with her - but cannot have her.
0:40:38 > 0:40:45- But a sergeant appears on the scene - and steals Adina's heart.
0:40:51 > 0:40:54- It's a very complicated story...
0:40:54 > 0:41:00- ..but he does get the girl in the - end and the sergeant loses out.
0:41:02 > 0:41:08- I've worked with OPRA Cymru - three or four times.
0:41:12 > 0:41:18- There's been a number of changes - since the 2014 tour.
0:41:18 > 0:41:24- We've got a stage manager, a sound - assistant and costume assistant.
0:41:24 > 0:41:28- The orchestra has grown from four - to ten which is a step up for us.
0:41:28 > 0:41:34- Things are progressing with - OPRA Cymru which is very exciting.
0:41:34 > 0:41:38- I did an audition - last year for them.
0:41:38 > 0:41:42- Not being a Welsh speaker, they were - a little concerned initially.
0:41:43 > 0:41:46- Being as I'm Irish - and we learn Irish at school...
0:41:46 > 0:41:50- ..I thought there was a connection - between the Celtic languages...
0:41:51 > 0:41:55- ..but there really - doesn't seem to be!
0:41:55 > 0:42:01- It's not as difficult because - it's quite a phonetic language.
0:42:01 > 0:42:06- "It's better for you to go - to the town to be with the others!"
0:42:06 > 0:42:10- Did that make sense?
0:42:12 > 0:42:19- This is the perfect opera for you - if you haven't seen an opera before.
0:42:19 > 0:42:23- There's plenty of fun and nobody - dies so it's an opera for everyone!
0:42:30 > 0:42:33- You can get tickets - for Deigryn yn y Dirgel...
0:42:34 > 0:42:37- ..by emailing swyddfa@opra.cymru
0:42:38 > 0:42:46- Gwenda and Geinor - have been our guests tonight.
0:42:46 > 0:42:49- It's Mother's Day on Sunday.
0:42:49 > 0:42:54- We want to wish our mothers - a very happy Mother's Day.
0:42:54 > 0:43:00- We've got photographs - of our mothers.
0:43:00 > 0:43:08- You look so cute in your photograph, - Rhodri.
0:43:08 > 0:43:19- My mother is in France - at the moment.
0:43:19 > 0:43:25- Gwenda, - you are performing on Monday.
0:43:25 > 0:43:29- We have a concert in the chapel of - Caersalem in Pontyberem.
0:43:29 > 0:43:34- We leave you tonight by wishing - you all a very happy Mother's Day.
0:43:34 > 0:43:38- Gwenda and Geinor play us out - with their song, Gyda Ti.
0:43:38 > 0:43:41- Until Monday, - it's goodnight from Llanelli.
0:43:42 > 0:43:44- Goodnight.
0:43:54 > 0:44:01- # Tonight, the lights from the - harbour are dancing over the water
0:44:01 > 0:44:05- # And we hear the seagulls - cawing in the distance
0:44:16 > 0:44:18- # On the waves
0:44:18 > 0:44:21- # With you
0:44:21 > 0:44:24- # And you cannot but enjoy it
0:44:24 > 0:44:27- # On a fine evening in May
0:44:27 > 0:44:37- # As the sun slow sets over the bay
0:44:37 > 0:44:45- # With you
0:44:45 > 0:44:52- # The fishing boat is racing - into the silent harbour
0:44:52 > 0:45:00- # And the busy streets of the quay - weave their magic
0:45:00 > 0:45:04- # And here I am
0:45:04 > 0:45:07- # On the waves
0:45:07 > 0:45:10- # With you
0:45:11 > 0:45:15- # As the evening steals my heart
0:45:15 > 0:45:18- # The safe haven of your warm arms
0:45:19 > 0:45:25- # Tells me that everything is fine - this evening
0:45:26 > 0:45:29- # With you
0:45:34 > 0:45:37- INSTRUMENTAL
0:45:48 > 0:45:55- # The colour of the sunset - fills the distant horizon
0:45:55 > 0:46:02- # As the clock of the town - strikes nine
0:46:03 > 0:46:07- # And here I am
0:46:07 > 0:46:10- # On the waves
0:46:10 > 0:46:14- # With you
0:46:14 > 0:46:18- # The sound of the children playing
0:46:18 > 0:46:21- # Silences the crashing waves
0:46:21 > 0:46:28- # And nothing can disturb - this precious moment
0:46:28 > 0:46:36- # With you
0:46:36 > 0:46:43- # With you
0:46:43 > 0:46:50- # With you
0:46:50 > 0:46:55- # Here we are #
0:46:57 > 0:47:00- APPLAUSE
0:47:00 > 0:47:00- .