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0:00:18 > 0:00:20- Shwmae?!
0:00:20 > 0:00:23- Shwmae and welcome - to Friday night's Heno.
0:00:23 > 0:00:25- It's great to have your company.
0:00:26 > 0:00:28- Tomorrow is Shwmae Su'mae Day.
0:00:28 > 0:00:32- Many of you have begun celebrating - and have sent us your photographs.
0:00:32 > 0:00:35- # Shwmae, everyone? How are you?
0:00:35 > 0:00:37- # Welsh is very important to us
0:00:37 > 0:00:39- # Learning to speak it everyday
0:00:39 > 0:00:41- # Now we know everything
0:00:41 > 0:00:43- # Working hard to teach us
0:00:44 > 0:00:46- # Welsh is important to us
0:00:46 > 0:00:51- # Speak Welsh, yeah! #
0:00:51 > 0:00:55- Shwmae, or Su'mae, - as they say in North Wales!
0:00:55 > 0:00:59- Celebrations are underway - at the Stradey Park Hotel tonight.
0:00:59 > 0:01:03- The Welsh Language Initiative in - the Gwendraeth Valley is 25 today.
0:01:03 > 0:01:08- We head down memory lane them, - but who can remember this?
0:01:08 > 0:01:11- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:01:11 > 0:01:14- # We walk in agreement
0:01:14 > 0:01:17- # Despite the difficulties
0:01:17 > 0:01:20- # We'll stand as one
0:01:20 > 0:01:23- # Forward with confidence
0:01:23 > 0:01:26- # Along the steep path #
0:01:26 > 0:01:31- We also celebrate The Big Pink to - mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
0:01:31 > 0:01:39- The items around us raise funds to - beat cancer and every penny counts!
0:01:39 > 0:01:46- This week, we've met the finalists - in the Bryn Terfel Scholarship.
0:01:46 > 0:01:50- Tonight, we wish all the best to - Jams Coleman and Rhydian Jenkins.
0:01:50 > 0:01:58- Tonight's guests are ready to say, - "Shwmae Su'mae?!"
0:02:11 > 0:02:20- Elin Lenny is one - of the organizers of the day.
0:02:21 > 0:02:25- We've had a great response...
0:02:25 > 0:02:28- ..to the Shwmae Su'mae Day.
0:02:29 > 0:02:35- The schools - have been celebrating today.
0:02:35 > 0:02:39- We've seen so many events - from all over Wales.
0:02:39 > 0:02:43- We've seen clips and photographs.
0:02:43 > 0:02:45- The author, Sarah Reynolds is here.
0:02:46 > 0:02:50- Bethan Gwanas has branded her new - novel as a breath of fresh air.
0:02:50 > 0:02:53- Shwmae?!
0:02:53 > 0:02:58- Shwmae!
0:02:58 > 0:03:08- You've learnt Welsh.
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- Yes, and this is - an important day for me.
0:03:16 > 0:03:26- I'm taking part in a quiz tomorrow.
0:03:26 > 0:03:31- What can we expect tomorrow - for Shwmae Su'mae Day?
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- There are events - from Anglesey to Newport.
0:03:35 > 0:03:39- I know that there is - a family fun day in Carmarthen.
0:03:39 > 0:03:48- There's gigs, coffee mornings...
0:03:48 > 0:03:52- ..and all sorts of other - events across the country.
0:03:52 > 0:04:02- It's a simple concept.
0:04:04 > 0:04:07- Start every conversation in Welsh.
0:04:08 > 0:04:13- We want people to start - conversations...
0:04:13 > 0:04:17- ..in the Welsh language.
0:04:17 > 0:04:24- I'm guilty of starting - a conversation in English...
0:04:24 > 0:04:34- ..and only finding that - the person is a Welsh speaker!
0:04:36 > 0:04:42- It's great for Welsh learners - such as Sarah.
0:04:42 > 0:04:47- There are so many familiar names - that are taking part.
0:04:47 > 0:04:52- A lot of famous people - have been part of the campaign.
0:04:52 > 0:04:55- There's some great work.
0:04:55 > 0:05:05- Swci Delic has written a great poem.
0:05:06 > 0:05:11- it's going to be on the wall - in the town hall in Carmarthen.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- You'll see it if you're - around Carmarthen tonight.
0:05:14 > 0:05:19- I can't wait to see that.
0:05:19 > 0:05:25- Aneirin Karadog has written a poem - for the day too.
0:05:25 > 0:05:30- Swansea University - is also going to be involved.
0:05:30 > 0:05:38- There's also Welsh learners - taking part...
0:05:39 > 0:05:43- ..who are high-profile.
0:05:43 > 0:05:50- Tell us more about this quiz, Sarah.
0:05:50 > 0:05:53- You are a quizmaster.
0:05:54 > 0:06:00- I'm going to be the quizmaster - tomorrow night...
0:06:00 > 0:06:03- ..with my sister-in-law, - Elinor Wyn Reynolds.
0:06:03 > 0:06:07- It's all about having fun.
0:06:10 > 0:06:13- They promote the Welsh language - across the country.
0:06:13 > 0:06:17- Our first ever initiative - started in the Gwendraeth Valley.
0:06:18 > 0:06:19- It's celebrating 25 years.
0:06:20 > 0:06:24- Owain has been invited to - a special 25th anniversary dinner.
0:06:24 > 0:06:29- Good evening, Owain.
0:06:29 > 0:06:32- Good evening and welcome - to the Stradey Park Hotel.
0:06:32 > 0:06:35- I'm at the - 25th anniversary dinner...
0:06:35 > 0:06:42- ..of the Gwendraeth Valley - Welsh Language Initiative.
0:06:42 > 0:06:44- It's getting busy here.
0:06:44 > 0:06:52- Nerys has joined me.
0:06:52 > 0:07:01- She's waving the flag - for the initiative.
0:07:01 > 0:07:07- Tell us how the last 25 years - have been.
0:07:07 > 0:07:12- The last 25 years - have been very interesting.
0:07:12 > 0:07:19- The initiative has developed.
0:07:19 > 0:07:27- The initiative serves 47% - of Carmarthenshire.
0:07:27 > 0:07:31- It's important to continue - with the great work.
0:07:31 > 0:07:34- It's important to mark - the 25 years...
0:07:34 > 0:07:44- ..but we should also look - to the future.
0:07:44 > 0:07:47- The Welsh language faces - a lot of challenges.
0:07:47 > 0:07:51- There are plans afoot - for the future.
0:07:51 > 0:07:56- Gwyn is from the locality.
0:07:56 > 0:07:59- The Welsh language - is very important in the area.
0:08:00 > 0:08:09- There's been an influx of people - into the county.
0:08:09 > 0:08:14- This makes the initiative's work - more important.
0:08:14 > 0:08:18- It's important to celebrate tonight.
0:08:18 > 0:08:24- We need to celebrate tonight.
0:08:24 > 0:08:27- We can also celebrate - the last 25 years.
0:08:28 > 0:08:32- We need to thank the staff - and people of the Gwendraeth Valley.
0:08:32 > 0:08:40- They have been involved - in the success.
0:08:41 > 0:08:45- The Gwendraeth Valley Welsh Language - initiative started in 1991.
0:08:45 > 0:08:47- It was the first - of its kind in Wales...
0:08:48 > 0:08:52- ..and was inspired by the success of - the Urdd Eisteddfod in Cross Hands.
0:08:52 > 0:08:56- But why was it established?
0:08:57 > 0:09:01- The initiative was founded to - promote the language in a community.
0:09:02 > 0:09:05- In the early days, we realized that - it needed to involve communities...
0:09:06 > 0:09:10- ..so we included children, adults - and everyone in the community.
0:09:10 > 0:09:14- I worked in the Welsh Language Board - and we didn't have any money.
0:09:14 > 0:09:19- Mr D H Davies and others got this - idea after the Urdd Eisteddfod.
0:09:19 > 0:09:25- We went to the Welsh Office and got - funding after a lengthy discussion.
0:09:25 > 0:09:31- The appeal committees were changed - to work in the community.
0:09:31 > 0:09:38- This is how the Gwendraeth Valley - Welsh Language Initiative was born.
0:09:38 > 0:09:43- Deris Williams has played a key role - in the initiative.
0:09:43 > 0:09:47- Arwel told me that I wouldn't get - a word in edgeways with you, Deris.
0:09:47 > 0:09:49- I can believe that!
0:09:50 > 0:09:52- Tell us more about your title.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- Tell us more about your title.- - I'm the assistant director.
0:09:56 > 0:10:01- This week is the pinnacle of the - year with the pageant at the fore.
0:10:01 > 0:10:05- You're playing the archdruid - but what is your name?
0:10:05 > 0:10:06- I'm Carwyn.
0:10:06 > 0:10:09- What is your role?
0:10:09 > 0:10:12- What is your role?- - I'll call for Hedd Wyn.
0:10:13 > 0:10:15- What is your role?
0:10:15 > 0:10:18- What is your role?- - I'm Huw in Nantgwrtheyrn.
0:10:18 > 0:10:22- Since the start, the initiative in - Pontyberem has grown and matured...
0:10:22 > 0:10:29- ..and encouraged youngsters to play - in dramas, musicals and pantomimes.
0:10:29 > 0:10:38- Their enthusiasm is infectious, they - keep you young and are a great team.
0:10:38 > 0:10:45- I'm the evil woman in the panto.
0:10:45 > 0:10:53- You're playing Llew Llinyn Trons - but where did you get that name?
0:10:54 > 0:10:58- Goodness knows!
0:10:58 > 0:11:04- The idea of taking linguistic action - in the community caught on.
0:11:04 > 0:11:08- Others wanted an initiative too...
0:11:08 > 0:11:12- ..but not every community is like - the one in the Gwendraeth Valley.
0:11:12 > 0:11:17- There's pride and a feeling - of belonging in this area.
0:11:17 > 0:11:23- The schools, rugby clubs, chapels, - churches, Merched y Wawr, WI...
0:11:23 > 0:11:29- ..and many others can turn - to the initiative for support.
0:11:29 > 0:11:34- This is an integral part - of the initiative's success.
0:11:44 > 0:11:54- That was the history of the - initiative in the Gwendraeth Valley.
0:12:00 > 0:12:03- There were many familiar faces - there.
0:12:04 > 0:12:08- I'm now joined by Emma.
0:12:08 > 0:12:10- She was part of the initiative.
0:12:10 > 0:12:15- Yes, and I remember the youth club.
0:12:15 > 0:12:19- It was every Thursday.
0:12:19 > 0:12:24- Carys Edwards also ran the theatre.
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- I was with them for many years.
0:12:29 > 0:12:39- I joined the directorial team - after university.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- It's very important - for the local people.
0:12:45 > 0:12:48- What opportunities are there - for the young in the area?
0:12:49 > 0:12:53- We have a theatre company and - locals can take part in many things.
0:12:53 > 0:12:57- I'll have more from the celebratory - dinner later in the programme.
0:12:57 > 0:12:58- Back to you in the studio.
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- As you can see, we've got plenty - of classic clips in our archive.
0:13:02 > 0:13:06- Our programmes have followed - the initiative from the early days.
0:13:06 > 0:13:09- We'll enjoy more - from the celebrations later.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- After the break, Elen van Bodegom - has a number of pink products...
0:13:13 > 0:13:16- ..to raise funds for - Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
0:13:16 > 0:13:19- We'll also be chatting - to the author, Sarah Reynolds.
0:13:19 > 0:13:22- See you in a few minutes.
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0:13:29 > 0:13:32- Welcome back.
0:13:32 > 0:13:38- Tonight, the studio is turning pink - for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
0:13:38 > 0:13:44- Proceeds from these items go to - charity and every penny counts.
0:13:44 > 0:13:53- Elen van Bodegom has brought - a selection of items to the studio.
0:13:53 > 0:13:59- Shwmae!
0:13:59 > 0:14:02- Shwmae and thank you.
0:14:02 > 0:14:07- Many shops are part of the campaign.
0:14:07 > 0:14:11- Many shops on the high street are - supporting the campaign...
0:14:11 > 0:14:15- ..and you can buy a lot of items - from the Breast Cancer Care website.
0:14:15 > 0:14:18- It started in 1991.
0:14:19 > 0:14:26- This is something great to support.
0:14:27 > 0:14:30- Every shop gives - a different percentage...
0:14:30 > 0:14:39- ..to the charity.
0:14:39 > 0:14:43- The sports bra from - Marks and Spencer is 16.
0:14:43 > 0:14:48- That's a good price.
0:14:48 > 0:14:52- You could wear that anywhere!
0:14:52 > 0:14:59- The Tickled Pink t-shirt - is from George and is 8.
0:14:59 > 0:15:04- This is a bit of fun - for young people.
0:15:04 > 0:15:09- The Tickled Pink slippers - from George start from 2.
0:15:09 > 0:15:13- You can get some fluffy - pink slippers...
0:15:14 > 0:15:16- ..or those with - the pink ribbon logo.
0:15:16 > 0:15:19- They are a lot of fun.
0:15:20 > 0:15:28- It's the season for slippers!
0:15:28 > 0:15:32- You don't have to spend a fortune.
0:15:32 > 0:15:42- The Breast Cancer Care broach is 3.
0:15:42 > 0:15:47- There's also a perfume for 86...
0:15:47 > 0:15:57- ..by Jo Malone.
0:15:59 > 0:16:02- If you're a fan of Jo Malone - perfume...
0:16:02 > 0:16:09- ..then you will like this item.
0:16:10 > 0:16:14- Jo Malone gives 20% to the charity.
0:16:15 > 0:16:17- She had cancer in the past.
0:16:17 > 0:16:23- It's a great donation.
0:16:24 > 0:16:29- There's also an array of balloons.
0:16:29 > 0:16:35- You can get Breast Cancer Care - balloons for 7.80.
0:16:35 > 0:16:40- The charity encourages you - to host a party.
0:16:40 > 0:16:50- You can get everyone to wear pink.
0:16:51 > 0:16:58- You can do this at home - or in school.
0:16:58 > 0:17:02- This month is Breast Cancer - Awareness Month.
0:17:02 > 0:17:08- Tesco is selling a Race For Life kit - for 17.50.
0:17:08 > 0:17:16- It's great for those - who enjoy running.
0:17:16 > 0:17:21- There's a t-shirt, water bottle - and a lot more.
0:17:21 > 0:17:24- You can bake instead of running.
0:17:24 > 0:17:29- The apron by Breast Cancer Care - is 9.99.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- I think it's a lot of fun...
0:17:33 > 0:17:37- ..in the pink and with the stripes.
0:17:37 > 0:17:41- Let's go back to sport.
0:17:41 > 0:17:46- The Marks and Spencer vest - is 19.50.
0:17:46 > 0:17:51- It's 10 for the leggings - from Marks and Spencer.
0:17:51 > 0:17:57- The material is excellent - for exercise.
0:17:57 > 0:18:00- You can wear them to the gym.
0:18:00 > 0:18:07- The kettle is 17.50 from George.
0:18:08 > 0:18:12- It adds colour to the kitchen.
0:18:12 > 0:18:15- The duck by Breast Cancer Care - is 3.50.
0:18:15 > 0:18:18- It's fun for the bath!
0:18:19 > 0:18:24- It's 17.50 - for the Breast Cancer Care bunting.
0:18:25 > 0:18:28- There's something for everyone.
0:18:28 > 0:18:32- It suits all pockets.
0:18:32 > 0:18:36- This week, we've been meeting the - Bryn Terfel Scholarship finalists.
0:18:36 > 0:18:38- The six will be competing - for a 4,000 prize...
0:18:38 > 0:18:41- ..on Sunday at the Stiwt Theatre - in Rhosllanerchrugog.
0:18:42 > 0:18:44- Tonight, we meet the final two.
0:18:45 > 0:18:48- The first one is busy making - a name for himself in London.
0:19:00 > 0:19:06- I'm Jams Coleman, I'm 24 - and from Llandegfan on Anglesey.
0:19:06 > 0:19:14- This year at the Urdd, I was third - in the under 25 solo instrumental.
0:19:32 > 0:19:36- After leaving Ysgol David Hughes - School in Menai Bridge...
0:19:36 > 0:19:40- ..I did an undergraduate degree - in music at Cambridge University...
0:19:40 > 0:19:45- ..before studying for a masters - at the Royal Academy of Music.
0:19:46 > 0:19:52- I'm a fellow at the academy, live - in London and work as a pianist.
0:19:52 > 0:19:56- I've been competing in the Urdd - and Eisteddfodau since I was a boy.
0:19:57 > 0:20:00- It's given me a lot of experience - of performing on a stage.
0:20:01 > 0:20:05- I wanted to compete - for the Bryn Terfel Scholarship...
0:20:05 > 0:20:09- ..because getting Bryn Terfel's name - on your CV is brilliant...
0:20:09 > 0:20:15- ..and it's a great platform - for young performers.
0:20:23 > 0:20:30- Sharing a stage with these other - world-class performers is an honour.
0:20:30 > 0:20:36- I was third in my competition - so didn't expect this opportunity.
0:20:36 > 0:20:45- If I won the scholarship, I'd spend - the money on lessons and coaching.
0:20:58 > 0:21:02- We'll meet another finalist later.
0:21:03 > 0:21:07- The author, Sarah Reynolds joins us.
0:21:07 > 0:21:17- Dysgu Byw is Sarah's debut novel - in the Welsh language.
0:21:25 > 0:21:29- Sarah is a Welsh learner.
0:21:30 > 0:21:40- Yes, I'm a Welsh learner.
0:21:40 > 0:21:49- I started learning Welsh - on my first date with my husband!
0:21:49 > 0:21:51- I stared lessons - when we moved to Wales.
0:21:52 > 0:21:59- It was in 2008.
0:21:59 > 0:22:02- Where are you from originally?
0:22:02 > 0:22:12- I'm from Surrey.
0:22:14 > 0:22:16- I fell in love with my husband...
0:22:17 > 0:22:19- ..and fell in love - with his friends...
0:22:19 > 0:22:22- ..and the Welsh language.
0:22:23 > 0:22:31- The Welsh Learner of the Year - was fantastic for me.
0:22:31 > 0:22:36- Dysgu Byw is Sarah's debut novel - in the Welsh language.
0:22:36 > 0:22:43- Tell us more about it.
0:22:43 > 0:22:48- Dysgu Byw is about - a Welsh learners class.
0:22:48 > 0:22:52- It's a light-hearted comedy.
0:22:52 > 0:22:55- The book is based on my experiences.
0:22:55 > 0:23:05- I've thrown it all into the book!
0:23:06 > 0:23:09- There's experiences - from the classes...
0:23:10 > 0:23:15- ..and learning about living - in Welsh culture.
0:23:15 > 0:23:25- The learners in the book - share their experiences with you.
0:23:25 > 0:23:29- You penned the book before - the Welsh Learner of the Year.
0:23:29 > 0:23:31- I wrote the novel...
0:23:31 > 0:23:36- ..before I entered the Welsh - Learner of the Year competition.
0:23:37 > 0:23:41- After putting my characters - through the competition...
0:23:41 > 0:23:51- ..I had to do it myself!
0:23:53 > 0:23:55- The stories are a little cheeky!
0:23:55 > 0:23:58- I was always putting - my foot in my mouth...
0:23:58 > 0:24:02- ..when I was learning the language.
0:24:05 > 0:24:14- ..before the watershed!
0:24:14 > 0:24:18- What was the Welsh Learner - of the Year like?
0:24:18 > 0:24:22- I think the competition - was very similar...
0:24:22 > 0:24:32- ..to some of the scenes in my novel.
0:24:34 > 0:24:42- You focus on many characters - in the novel.
0:24:42 > 0:24:45- The chapters are named - after a character.
0:24:45 > 0:24:48- The people are the characters - in the book.
0:24:48 > 0:24:53- The teacher is a wanna-be actress.
0:24:53 > 0:25:01- She's an awful teacher.
0:25:02 > 0:25:05- I felt the same - when I was younger...
0:25:06 > 0:25:09- ..because I wanted to be an actress.
0:25:10 > 0:25:13- It's published by Gomer.
0:25:13 > 0:25:15- After the break, - we return to Owain...
0:25:15 > 0:25:19- ..at the Gwendraeth Valley - Welsh Language Initiative dinner.
0:25:19 > 0:25:22- We meet the sixth and final - Bryn Terfel Scholarship finalist.
0:25:22 > 0:25:24- See you in a few minutes.
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0:25:34 > 0:25:36- Subtitles
0:25:39 > 0:25:41- Welcome back.
0:25:41 > 0:25:45- Celebrations are underway here - for the 25th anniversary...
0:25:45 > 0:25:48- ..of the Gwendraeth Valley - Welsh Language Initiative.
0:25:48 > 0:25:52- We're reporting live from - Stradey Park Hotel in Llanelli.
0:25:52 > 0:26:02- I'm joined by Cefin Campbell.
0:26:03 > 0:26:13- You were the first chief executive - of the initiative.
0:26:16 > 0:26:23- The initiative was only meant - to last for three years.
0:26:23 > 0:26:28- Did you think that - you would reach this milestone?
0:26:28 > 0:26:37- I can't believe - we're here 25 years later!
0:26:37 > 0:26:40- The Welsh Office - would only give us funding...
0:26:40 > 0:26:43- ..for every three months!
0:26:44 > 0:26:54- What is one of your best memories?
0:26:59 > 0:27:02- I remember the nights - with Dafydd Iwan!
0:27:03 > 0:27:07- Carys, you have been part - of many productions and shows.
0:27:07 > 0:27:12- I've been involved - with the initiative...
0:27:12 > 0:27:15- ..since the very start too.
0:27:16 > 0:27:19- It's great to see - some of the young people...
0:27:19 > 0:27:29- ..who were there at the very start.
0:27:29 > 0:27:32- It's great to see - that it's still going.
0:27:32 > 0:27:36- Enjoy the evening.
0:27:36 > 0:27:39- Back to you in the studio.
0:27:39 > 0:27:45- Earlier, we met the fifth - Bryn Terfel Scholarship finalist.
0:27:45 > 0:27:49- It's time to meet the sixth - who is a singer from Maesteg.
0:28:00 > 0:28:06- I'm Rhydian Jenkins, - I'm 19 and from Maesteg.
0:28:06 > 0:28:13- I competed in the Cerdd Dant, folk - song and musical solo competitions.
0:28:13 > 0:28:18- # By Dee's deep river bank
0:28:18 > 0:28:23- # A fair maid sat lamenting #
0:28:23 > 0:28:26- I don't know where I got my voice - but it isn't from Dad!
0:28:27 > 0:28:32- I've nurtured my singing from - a young age and tried to develop.
0:28:32 > 0:28:38- # Shade in the trees
0:28:38 > 0:28:45- # Silent and still #
0:28:45 > 0:28:51- I started competing in the Urdd in - Conwy in 2008 when I was eleven...
0:28:51 > 0:28:55- ..and enjoy it every year.
0:28:55 > 0:29:00- I try enjoy everything I do...
0:29:00 > 0:29:04- ..whether that's competing against - friends or making friends in Wales.
0:29:04 > 0:29:10- I've got fond memories of competing - at the Eisteddfod...
0:29:10 > 0:29:14- ..and appreciate every second of it.
0:29:14 > 0:29:21- # There, shall I find contentment? #
0:29:21 > 0:29:27- I want to perform - to the best of my ability.
0:29:27 > 0:29:32- That's all I can do - as the decision is out of my hands.
0:29:32 > 0:29:36- I'll be happy to perform at my best.
0:29:36 > 0:29:41- # Despite burying the scars - beneath the years
0:29:41 > 0:29:50- # The scar will last forever - in my spirit #
0:29:54 > 0:29:58- Good luck to all the finalists - on Sunday evening.
0:29:58 > 0:30:02- The competition is on S4C at 7.00pm.
0:30:02 > 0:30:06- Tomorrow is Shwmae Su'mae Day...
0:30:06 > 0:30:16- ..and many of you - have started celebrating already.
0:30:20 > 0:30:24- Elin, you have asked people to take - selfies.
0:30:24 > 0:30:28- Yes, we've had a lot of selfies.
0:30:28 > 0:30:34- They have been flooding in!
0:30:34 > 0:30:39- We've seen a lot on Twitter.
0:30:39 > 0:30:42- We were second in trending today.
0:30:42 > 0:30:45- Let's see some of your photographs.
0:30:45 > 0:30:49- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae? - Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?
0:30:49 > 0:30:52- # Shwmae? Shwmae? - OK, yeah, yeah
0:30:52 > 0:30:55- # The crew are missing - somewhere in the town
0:30:55 > 0:31:00- # Tell me, my friend, - what is bothering you?
0:31:01 > 0:31:05- # Shwmae? Shwmae? - OK, yeah, yeah
0:31:06 > 0:31:09- # The crew are missing - somewhere in the town
0:31:09 > 0:31:11- # Tell me, my friend... #
0:31:11 > 0:31:13- Shwmae?
0:31:13 > 0:31:14- Shwmae?
0:31:14 > 0:31:18- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?
0:31:18 > 0:31:21- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?
0:31:21 > 0:31:26- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?- Shwmae?
0:31:26 > 0:31:30- # Shwmae? Shwmae? - OK, yeah, yeah
0:31:30 > 0:31:33- # The crew are missing - somewhere in the town
0:31:33 > 0:31:37- # Tell me, my friend, - what is bothering you?
0:31:37 > 0:31:39- # Once again
0:31:39 > 0:31:42- # Shwmae? Shwmae? - OK, yeah, yeah
0:31:42 > 0:31:45- # The crew are missing - somewhere in the town
0:31:45 > 0:31:50- # Tell me, my friend, - what is bothering you?
0:31:50 > 0:31:53- # Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah... #
0:31:54 > 0:31:55- Shwmae?
0:31:55 > 0:32:01- # Shwmae? And we invite you all - to sample our language #
0:32:01 > 0:32:03- Shwmae?
0:32:03 > 0:32:04- Ola! Shwmae?
0:32:05 > 0:32:07- # To our friends across the world #
0:32:07 > 0:32:10- # Shwmae? Shwmae? - OK, yeah, yeah
0:32:10 > 0:32:13- # The crew are missing - somewhere in the town
0:32:13 > 0:32:16- # Tell me, my friend, - what is bothering you? #
0:32:16 > 0:32:19- In the final part - of the programme...
0:32:19 > 0:32:23- ..we remember the prominent - 20th century poet, Gwenallt.
0:32:23 > 0:32:28- Gwendraeth Valley Welsh Language - Initiative Youth Theatre...
0:32:28 > 0:32:32- ..perform a song to remember - the battle at Llangynderyn.
0:32:32 > 0:32:37- First, let's hear about - your events in the Calendar.
0:32:43 > 0:32:48- Tomorrow at 10.30am - in the Uwchgwyrfai History Centre...
0:32:48 > 0:32:57- ..our history men discuss the - Welsh language in the 19th century.
0:32:58 > 0:33:04- All ages are welcome at the new - Welsh centre in Bangor called Popty.
0:33:04 > 0:33:13- There's free activities for all - from 10.30am to 4.00pm.
0:33:14 > 0:33:20- For a fun night, come to Galeri, - Caernarfon on 15 October at 7.30pm.
0:33:20 > 0:33:25- There's Moniars, Dylan a Neil, - the Welsh Whisperer...
0:33:25 > 0:33:32- ..Jonathan Davies, Martin Rowlands, - Dylanwad, Daf a Lisa...
0:33:32 > 0:33:36- ..Dafydd a Richard and Lliwen.
0:33:36 > 0:33:41- On Saturday 15 October at 7.00pm - in Pontyberem Memorial Hall...
0:33:41 > 0:33:45- ..the Mynydd Mawr Male Choir - marks 50 years with a concert...
0:33:46 > 0:33:49- ..featuring choirs from - Dyffryn Tywi, Dyffryn Amman...
0:33:49 > 0:33:55- ..Carmarthen and Burry Port - and Shan Cothi and Angharad Elise.
0:33:58 > 0:34:03- The 2017 Royal Welsh Show Calendar - by the Carmarthen committee...
0:34:03 > 0:34:10- ..launches at the Ivy Bush Hotel in - Carmarthen on 17 October at 7.30pm.
0:34:14 > 0:34:15- .
0:34:23 > 0:34:25- Subtitles
0:34:28 > 0:34:29- Welcome back.
0:34:29 > 0:34:33- It was a big night at the School - of Welsh at Cardiff University...
0:34:33 > 0:34:36- ..as they awarded those - who attend sabbatical schemes...
0:34:37 > 0:34:39- ..and they also launched - an exciting project.
0:34:39 > 0:34:43- Let's find out more.
0:34:46 > 0:34:50- It's our awards night for teachers, - teaching assistants and lecturers...
0:34:51 > 0:34:53- ..who have followed - our language courses.
0:34:53 > 0:34:57- It's our way of thanking them - and showing pride in their skills.
0:34:57 > 0:35:02- We hope they maintain this momentum - when they are back in their schools.
0:35:03 > 0:35:09- They have learnt the language but - need to use it at every opportunity.
0:35:09 > 0:35:15- Carwyn Jones set the challenge of - having a million speakers by 2050.
0:35:15 > 0:35:20- We hope that we're helping - the government to reach that goal.
0:35:20 > 0:35:23- I learnt Welsh at school.
0:35:24 > 0:35:28- I'm from a non-Welsh speaking family - as they are from Ireland.
0:35:29 > 0:35:36- I teach at Mountain Ash and am the - school's Welsh language coordinator.
0:35:36 > 0:35:43- I didn't have a lot of confidence - in speaking Welsh.
0:35:43 > 0:35:48- This is a great evening to meet up - with those who were on the course.
0:35:49 > 0:35:55- It was a lot of fun and we did it - all through the medium of Welsh.
0:35:55 > 0:36:00- Ian Gwyn Hughes - was here to present the awards...
0:36:00 > 0:36:05- ..so we tried to combine this - with the launch of a new project.
0:36:05 > 0:36:09- This project stemmed from the - inspiration we had as a nation...
0:36:10 > 0:36:15- ..from Ian and the - Welsh football team in Euro 2016.
0:36:16 > 0:36:21- We'll start a series of classes - in various locations across Cardiff.
0:36:21 > 0:36:25- They are free and will teach - the public the National Anthem...
0:36:25 > 0:36:28- ..and other songs that people - sing on the terrace.
0:36:28 > 0:36:33- # Gwlad, Gwlad #
0:36:33 > 0:36:37- I'm delighted to hear about the - project on the National Anthem.
0:36:37 > 0:36:41- You may remember the game - against Belgium in Cardiff...
0:36:41 > 0:36:46- ..in the quarter-final match - in Euro 2016...
0:36:46 > 0:36:51- ..and the crowd sang the - National Anthem after 70 minutes.
0:36:51 > 0:36:59- After the match, the players said - that they really appreciated it.
0:36:59 > 0:37:03- I've never heard anything like it - during a football match.
0:37:03 > 0:37:08- Euro 2016 was very important - for the language.
0:37:08 > 0:37:13- It's made everyone in Wales - proud of the language.
0:37:21 > 0:37:27- This weekend, two 20th century Welsh - literary greats will be remembered.
0:37:27 > 0:37:32- They are the Chief Bards, - Gwenallt and Rhydwen Williams.
0:37:32 > 0:37:36- Tonight in Pontardawe, a book to - remember Gwenallt is being launched.
0:37:36 > 0:37:42- It's penned by the professor - and Chief Bard, Alun Llwyd.
0:37:43 > 0:37:47- Gwenallt appealed to me - as he was very different.
0:37:47 > 0:37:53- He was a rebel and was imprisoned - when he was a young boy.
0:37:53 > 0:37:57- I wanted to know what drove this boy - to prison for two years...
0:37:57 > 0:38:02- ..and he hadn't finished - his schooling.
0:38:02 > 0:38:06- A lot of new documents has come - to light, including some letters.
0:38:07 > 0:38:11- Gwenallt wrote these letters - to his friend, Albert Davies.
0:38:11 > 0:38:15- I've been very lucky to get - my hands on the original letters.
0:38:15 > 0:38:20- There are 60 new poems that have - never seen the light of day.
0:38:20 > 0:38:27- The poems shed light on the career - of Gwenallt, his development...
0:38:27 > 0:38:31- ..and the way in which - his mind worked.
0:38:31 > 0:38:36- Gwenallt wrote the drama, St David, - which has never been published...
0:38:36 > 0:38:43- ..and is also a reflection of - his personality, beliefs and ideas.
0:38:43 > 0:38:49- It introduces a new Gwenallt - and I've learnt more about him.
0:38:49 > 0:38:57- I hope that this biography and - other biographies about Gwenallt...
0:38:57 > 0:39:02- ..will present one our - literary heroes in a new light.
0:39:02 > 0:39:06- I hope the research will help us - to understand his work.
0:39:06 > 0:39:09- There are hidden things - in the work of these people.
0:39:10 > 0:39:14- We need to know more about the - individual to discover these things.
0:39:14 > 0:39:17- Gwenallt was an extremely - important poet.
0:39:17 > 0:39:22- Anything you learn about - these important poets is a gift.
0:39:24 > 0:39:26- That's taking place in Pontardawe.
0:39:26 > 0:39:30- But in Aberdare, there's a weekend - to celebrate the life and work...
0:39:31 > 0:39:34- ..of the reverend and Chief Bard, - Rhydwen Williams...
0:39:34 > 0:39:36- ..who was born a century ago.
0:39:39 > 0:39:44- Rhydwen was born in Pentre - in the Rhondda Valley a century ago.
0:39:44 > 0:39:49- That's why we're celebrating - his birth.
0:39:49 > 0:39:54- Rhydwen found he had a talent - for writing at a very young age.
0:39:54 > 0:39:58- He won the Mountain Ash - Eisteddfod Crown in 1946...
0:39:58 > 0:40:02- ..and the Crown in Swansea in 1964.
0:40:02 > 0:40:05- He won the Daniel Owen - Memorial Prize...
0:40:05 > 0:40:13- ..for his novel, - Amser i Wylo in 1986.
0:40:13 > 0:40:20- He was a minister, - dramatist and editor.
0:40:20 > 0:40:27- Rhydwen had the talent to write, - compose poetry and entertain.
0:40:27 > 0:40:30- He was an incredible man.
0:40:31 > 0:40:36- We're celebrating in Aberdare - because he there in 1970.
0:40:37 > 0:40:41- Some people think that his novels - were light-hearted and humorous...
0:40:41 > 0:40:45- ..but he was also a deep thinker - and very interesting.
0:40:45 > 0:40:51- He wrote some of the best poems - of the 20th century.
0:40:51 > 0:40:57- It's important to celebrate - his contribution to literature...
0:40:57 > 0:41:07- ..broadcasting and drama in Wales.
0:41:19 > 0:41:23- Elin Lenny and Sarah Reynolds have - been our studio guests this evening.
0:41:24 > 0:41:29- Elin, good luck with - Shwmae Su'mae Day tomorrow.
0:41:29 > 0:41:36- It's time for us to take our selfies - to celebrate Shwmae Su'mae Day.
0:41:36 > 0:41:38- Is everybody ready?
0:41:38 > 0:41:43- After three... one, two, three!
0:41:43 > 0:41:46- Send your Shwmae Su'mae Day - photographs to heno@tinopolis.com
0:41:47 > 0:41:49- That was great!
0:41:49 > 0:41:59- Make sure you send us - your photographs.
0:42:01 > 0:42:06- Where's the quiz tomorrow, Sarah?
0:42:07 > 0:42:11- I'm chairing a quiz in - Carmarthen football club at 8.00pm.
0:42:11 > 0:42:13- It's tomorrow night.
0:42:13 > 0:42:17- If you have any events planned - for Shwmae Su'mae Day...
0:42:17 > 0:42:22- ..send your photographs - to heno@tinopolis.com
0:42:23 > 0:42:27- To mark 25 years of the Gwendraeth - Valley Welsh Language Initiative...
0:42:27 > 0:42:34- ..here's another chance to enjoy - the youth theatre perform a song...
0:42:34 > 0:42:37- ..to mark the battle - in Llangynderyn.
0:42:37 > 0:42:40- This is Sefyll Fel Un.
0:42:40 > 0:42:43- Goodnight.
0:42:47 > 0:42:57- # One day, they will remember, - when all our lands are free
0:42:57 > 0:43:06- # Llangyndeyrn will be famous - for its bravery and faith
0:43:06 > 0:43:15- # They'll remember William Thomas - who fought for our land
0:43:15 > 0:43:24- # We'll remember W M - and his clear mind
0:43:24 > 0:43:28- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:43:28 > 0:43:31- # We walk in agreement
0:43:32 > 0:43:35- # Despite the difficulties
0:43:35 > 0:43:39- # We'll stand as one
0:43:39 > 0:43:43- # Forward with confidence
0:43:43 > 0:43:46- # Along the steep path
0:43:47 > 0:43:54- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:43:59 > 0:44:06- # Remembering our people on fire - and their fierce song
0:44:06 > 0:44:12- # Venturing together - and insisting on walking on
0:44:12 > 0:44:18- # Everyone would be on their toes, - waiting for the call
0:44:18 > 0:44:24- # The church bell would call - everyone to arms
0:44:25 > 0:44:28- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:44:28 > 0:44:31- # We walk in agreement
0:44:31 > 0:44:34- # Despite the difficulties
0:44:34 > 0:44:37- # We'll stand as one
0:44:37 > 0:44:40- # Forward with confidence
0:44:40 > 0:44:43- # Along the steep path
0:44:43 > 0:44:50- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:44:55 > 0:45:01- # Their enthusiasm was clear, - over a long and difficult battle
0:45:02 > 0:45:08- # The village unite - as they fought for the truth
0:45:08 > 0:45:14- # Nobody would surrender, - firmly or certainly
0:45:14 > 0:45:20- # The people of Llangyndeyrn - insisted on living
0:45:20 > 0:45:23- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:45:24 > 0:45:26- # We walk in agreement
0:45:27 > 0:45:29- # Despite the difficulties
0:45:29 > 0:45:32- # We'll stand as one
0:45:33 > 0:45:36- # Forward with confidence
0:45:36 > 0:45:39- # Along the steep path
0:45:39 > 0:45:45- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:45:45 > 0:45:48- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:45:48 > 0:45:51- # We walk in agreement
0:45:51 > 0:45:54- # Despite the difficulties
0:45:54 > 0:45:57- # We'll stand as one
0:45:58 > 0:46:00- # Forward with confidence
0:46:01 > 0:46:03- # Along the steep path
0:46:03 > 0:46:10- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:46:10 > 0:46:13- # Shoulder to shoulder
0:46:13 > 0:46:16- # We walk in agreement
0:46:16 > 0:46:20- # Despite the difficulties
0:46:20 > 0:46:22- # We'll stand as one
0:46:23 > 0:46:25- # Forward with confidence
0:46:25 > 0:46:28- # Along the steep path
0:46:28 > 0:46:35- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:46:35 > 0:46:41- # Knowing there's strength in unity
0:46:41 > 0:46:48- # Knowing there's - strength in unity #
0:46:50 > 0:46:52- APPLAUSE
0:46:53 > 0:46:53- .