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0:00:04 > 0:00:08- Hello and welcome to the last Heno - of the week from Llanelli...
0:00:08 > 0:00:11- ..on the hottest day of the year - to date.
0:00:12 > 0:00:16- Your weekend starts now with us - and our new presenters!
0:00:32 > 0:00:35- Welcome to Heno from the - Llynfi Valley with me, Ellis...
0:00:35 > 0:00:38- ..and me, Mari.
0:00:38 > 0:00:42- We're counting down the hours - to the Eisteddfod.
0:00:42 > 0:00:44- Daf Wyn is waiting for us - in the pavilion.
0:00:44 > 0:00:49- Thanks to Mari and Ellis - from Ysgol Llangynwyd.
0:00:49 > 0:00:53- I'm on the Maes in the shadow of the - pavilion whilst basking in the sun.
0:00:53 > 0:00:57- We're counting down to the Bridgend - Taff-Ely Urdd National Eisteddfod.
0:00:58 > 0:01:01- I'm on the prom in Aberystwyth.
0:01:01 > 0:01:04- It's the place to be this weekend - if you're a fan of sport.
0:01:04 > 0:01:07- The Aber Cycle Fest - has an array of races...
0:01:07 > 0:01:12- ..but there's also a rugby match in - memory of the late, Eifion Gwynne.
0:01:12 > 0:01:17- There's a novel, film and now - a festival to honour Madam Wen.
0:01:17 > 0:01:20- It takes place at - The Iorwerth Arms in Bryngwran.
0:01:20 > 0:01:24- And we've only got one thing to say.
0:01:24 > 0:01:27- Welcome!
0:01:28 > 0:01:32- And our studio guest is - a fan of this fine weather.
0:01:32 > 0:01:36- It's a pleasure to welcome - the naturalist, Iolo Williams.
0:01:36 > 0:01:39- It's glorious at the moment.
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- You're wearing your famous shorts!
0:01:54 > 0:01:57- Martyn Geraint wore - his shorts last night!
0:01:57 > 0:01:59- Martyn has better legs.
0:01:59 > 0:02:03- Gethin and Glesni perform a song - that went down a storm in Nashville.
0:02:03 > 0:02:07- # Only you
0:02:07 > 0:02:10- # Only you
0:02:10 > 0:02:13- # Hold the candle
0:02:13 > 0:02:16- # Guide me #
0:02:23 > 0:02:28- Good evening to you both.
0:02:28 > 0:02:32- We're counting down to the Bridgend - Taff-Ely Urdd National Eisteddfod.
0:02:32 > 0:02:38- Everything is in place - inside the Urdd pavilion.
0:02:40 > 0:02:43- What does this area have to offer?
0:02:43 > 0:02:47- Let's enjoy a rough guide of the - Urdd's home with Mari and Ellis.
0:02:56 > 0:03:02- Shwmae, But! I'm Ellis - from Maesteg and I'm in Year 8.
0:03:02 > 0:03:06- I'm Mari in Year 9 - and from Bridgend.
0:03:06 > 0:03:09- We both attend - Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd.
0:03:09 > 0:03:14- This Welsh language secondary school - in the area opened in 2008.
0:03:14 > 0:03:18- We love the area - and want you to see it.
0:03:18 > 0:03:21- Come with us - on our whistle-stop tour.
0:03:21 > 0:03:23- We've got a map so let's go.
0:03:23 > 0:03:26- # Over Wales, - it goes from place to place #
0:03:26 > 0:03:32- Five minutes away from Llangynwyd - was home to many historic figures.
0:03:32 > 0:03:37- There's a memorial to remember them - and graves in the churchyard.
0:03:37 > 0:03:41- # Bridgend Taff-Ely #
0:03:41 > 0:03:45- And on the way, you pass - the second oldest pub in Wales.
0:03:46 > 0:03:51- # Come to our area - and we'll welcome you with open arms
0:03:53 > 0:03:59- # We'll have a party - and meet each other so come over #
0:04:01 > 0:04:06- The church is home to the grave of - Ann Thomas of Y Ferch o Gefn Ydfa.
0:04:07 > 0:04:13- Tradition has it that a common man - fell in love with a wealthy girl...
0:04:14 > 0:04:19- ..but the girl was forced to marry - a man from a similar family.
0:04:19 > 0:04:24- The girl died of a broken heart - but who was this common man?
0:04:24 > 0:04:29- It was Wil Hopcyn and his grave - sits beneath a tree in the cemetery.
0:04:30 > 0:04:35- Even in death, he's kept apart - from his love, Ann Thomas.
0:04:35 > 0:04:41- # Bridgend Taff-Ely #
0:04:41 > 0:04:42- Where next, Mari?
0:04:43 > 0:04:45- Let's go to Bryngarw Country Park.
0:04:45 > 0:04:49- That's a good idea.
0:04:49 > 0:04:55- # We'll have a party - and meet each other so come over #
0:04:56 > 0:05:00- Bryngarw Country Park - is 15 minutes down the road.
0:05:00 > 0:05:05- For 31 years, it's been open - for the public to enjoy.
0:05:06 > 0:05:12- It's 133 acres of woodlands - with many paths to walk.
0:05:12 > 0:05:17- The 12th century mansion has also - been transformed into a hotel.
0:05:17 > 0:05:22- But this is my favourite part.
0:05:22 > 0:05:24- And mine.
0:05:24 > 0:05:27- The Cedars Tearoom serves - the best burgers and sandwiches.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- What next, Ellis?
0:05:30 > 0:05:35- Let's have pudding to go - with the sandwiches.
0:05:36 > 0:05:37- Oh, I know.
0:05:38 > 0:05:42- Let's finish these quickly.
0:05:47 > 0:05:52- The seaside town - of Porthcawl is world famous.
0:05:52 > 0:05:56- Did you know it has seven beaches?
0:05:57 > 0:06:02- Every September, the town is home to - the annual Porthcawl Elvis Festival.
0:06:03 > 0:06:08- On a glorious day, the promenade - is a great place to go for a walk.
0:06:08 > 0:06:10- And have some ice cream!
0:06:11 > 0:06:12- Thanks, Ellis.
0:06:13 > 0:06:16- There's one more place.
0:06:17 > 0:06:18- Wait a minute.
0:06:26 > 0:06:31- Bridgend is the county's biggest - town that's home to 25,000 people.
0:06:31 > 0:06:35- It's home to a lot of shops - and a famous one!
0:06:35 > 0:06:40- # Bridgend Taff-Ely #
0:06:40 > 0:06:44- Welcome to Siop yr Hen Bont, - the Welsh shop in Bridgend.
0:06:44 > 0:06:50- It's the ideal place - if you're looking for Welsh items.
0:06:53 > 0:06:58- There's plenty of things to enjoy in - the area if you leave the Maes.
0:07:00 > 0:07:05- There's walking, shopping and eating - - we've got it all.
0:07:06 > 0:07:08- And that's it.
0:07:08 > 0:07:11- Our rough guide to the area - of the Eisteddfod.
0:07:12 > 0:07:16- We hope you love it as much as us - and that the sun shines too.
0:07:16 > 0:07:21- We welcome you to the Bridgend - Taff-Ely Urdd National Eisteddfod.
0:07:22 > 0:07:25- # Bridgend Taff-Ely #
0:07:31 > 0:07:34- Thanks to them.
0:07:34 > 0:07:39- I'm joined by Llio - who is an assistant organizer.
0:07:46 > 0:07:48- You must delighted - that the Urdd is here.
0:07:48 > 0:07:52- I'm delighted that it's almost here.
0:07:52 > 0:07:55- And the sun is shining.
0:08:29 > 0:08:32- There's all sorts of things here.
0:08:32 > 0:08:37- Come early and leave plenty - of time to get here.
0:08:37 > 0:08:40- I'll be all over the place.
0:08:45 > 0:08:49- I'm in charge of the - Crowning ceremony on Friday.
0:08:50 > 0:08:54- Mari's daughter, Ellen is competing.
0:08:59 > 0:09:01- Yes, my daughter - is competing on Monday.
0:09:02 > 0:09:04- I'm in the opening show.
0:09:05 > 0:09:10- I'm competing in eight events.
0:09:10 > 0:09:15- I'm playing the harp - and doing some Cerdd Dant.
0:09:20 > 0:09:26- Let's hope the weather stays - like this.
0:09:26 > 0:09:30- The Heno cameras are on the Maes - too!
0:09:30 > 0:09:34- Our next guest doesn't need - much of an introduction.
0:09:34 > 0:09:37- He's one of Wales' - best-known naturalists.
0:09:38 > 0:09:41- It's the birdman himself, - Iolo Williams.
0:09:44 > 0:09:45- Welcome to Heno.
0:09:46 > 0:09:47- Thank you.
0:10:02 > 0:10:08- Your current series on S4C - is coming to an end.
0:10:10 > 0:10:12- Yes, it finishes on Sunday.
0:10:13 > 0:10:15- It's a series of six episode.
0:10:15 > 0:10:19- I wanted to show people that you can - see all sorts of things...
0:10:19 > 0:10:20- ..in the towns.
0:10:21 > 0:10:23- You don't have to go out - into the country.
0:10:23 > 0:10:26- I remember seeing people - going to Aberystwyth...
0:10:27 > 0:10:29- ..to see the birds.
0:10:29 > 0:10:31- It's great.
0:10:38 > 0:10:41- Were there highlights?
0:10:41 > 0:10:46- The highlight was meeting - a man called Ifan Roberts.
0:10:46 > 0:10:49- Ifan was very unusual.
0:10:49 > 0:10:52- He feeds a stork in his garden.
0:10:52 > 0:10:56- He fed it with sausages.
0:10:56 > 0:10:59- Tesco didn't have any fish!
0:10:59 > 0:11:02- It would take it from its hand.
0:11:02 > 0:11:04- Here's a clip - from Trefi Gwyllt Iolo.
0:11:06 > 0:11:08- I'll put it here - to see if you come and get it.
0:11:08 > 0:11:10- Come on. It's so colourful.
0:11:10 > 0:11:13- Come on. It's so colourful.- - Yes, and has a long neck and beak.
0:11:14 > 0:11:17- What have you got?
0:11:17 > 0:11:20- I want it, I want.
0:11:20 > 0:11:21- Come on.
0:11:21 > 0:11:23- And off he goes.
0:11:23 > 0:11:24- Wow!
0:11:25 > 0:11:27- He swallowed it whole.
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- He swallowed it whole.- - It went straight down.
0:11:29 > 0:11:32- How much will it eat in one go - and what's the most you've given it?
0:11:33 > 0:11:37- It must be about twelve sausages.
0:11:38 > 0:11:39- Goodness me!
0:11:42 > 0:11:44- Wow, that was incredible!
0:11:44 > 0:11:50- I can't believe it eats sausagess.
0:11:50 > 0:11:54- I'm having a barbecue tonight.
0:11:57 > 0:12:00- I might be eating sausages!
0:12:00 > 0:12:06- It doesn't matter...
0:12:06 > 0:12:11- ..that it's eating raw sausages.
0:12:19 > 0:12:25- Ifan said that people come and see - him feeding the heron.
0:12:29 > 0:12:32- Tell us more about - Springwatch on BBC2.
0:12:33 > 0:12:37- Springwatch is back on Monday.
0:12:37 > 0:12:42- I've been filming since April.
0:12:43 > 0:12:46- I've been to Scotland.
0:12:51 > 0:12:56- I also went to another place that - tested the land for mustard gas.
0:13:05 > 0:13:09- It was an incredible place.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- You also continue to travel.
0:13:16 > 0:13:19- Yes, I also guide tours - all over the world.
0:13:19 > 0:13:22- I go to Scotland and Mull.
0:13:23 > 0:13:27- I'll be in Shetland too.
0:13:32 > 0:13:37- Namibia and Botswana is another trip - later in the year.
0:13:37 > 0:13:42- The wildlife is different there!
0:13:42 > 0:13:46- It's great in Scotland.
0:13:46 > 0:13:51- It's very similar to Wales.
0:13:51 > 0:13:56- I buy books about wildlife - for other countries.
0:14:01 > 0:14:05- I like to see the birds in the area.
0:14:08 > 0:14:10- It's a lot of fun.
0:14:10 > 0:14:12- I love it!
0:14:12 > 0:14:14- I'm enjoying life.
0:14:17 > 0:14:18- After the break...
0:14:19 > 0:14:22- ..we join Rhodri Gomer - on the promenade at Aberystwyth.
0:14:23 > 0:14:25- It's been a busy week - at the Aber Cycle Fest.
0:14:25 > 0:14:28- Today, the young people - take to their wheels.
0:14:28 > 0:14:30- You can hear all about it shortly.
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0:14:41 > 0:14:43- Welcome back.
0:14:43 > 0:14:46- It's been quite a week of cycling - in Aberystwyth.
0:14:46 > 0:14:51- The youngsters are racing now and - Nia Peris is one of the organizers.
0:14:51 > 0:14:55- It's been amazing and we're - at the start of our big weekend.
0:14:55 > 0:15:00- Last Sunday, we held a national - event for mountain biking...
0:15:00 > 0:15:05- ..and hundreds of cyclists - are taking part.
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- By the end of Sunday, we think about - 1,500 cyclists will have competed.
0:15:10 > 0:15:15- Today, 400 children take to the road - before the elite cyclists.
0:15:15 > 0:15:18- It's brilliant - and the weather has been perfect.
0:15:18 > 0:15:22- It's a criterium course - on the closed roads of the town.
0:15:23 > 0:15:26- I'm joined by some pros, namely - Dan Davies from Aberystwyth...
0:15:26 > 0:15:30- ..and Haverfordwest's Rhys Howells - from Team Wiggins.
0:15:30 > 0:15:33- It must be great to be racing - on home turf, Dan.
0:15:33 > 0:15:39- I like racing here as I lived here - for 27 years but moved away in 2016.
0:15:39 > 0:15:43- Nothing beats racing around the town - when the weather's fine.
0:15:44 > 0:15:49- It's great that one of the biggest - teams is supporting this event.
0:15:50 > 0:15:55- We have a few sponsors in the area - so it's great to show some support.
0:15:55 > 0:16:00- It's fantastic - when the weather is like this.
0:16:00 > 0:16:04- Thanks for your time - and good luck with the race later.
0:16:04 > 0:16:08- It's an incredible weekend of sport - in Aberystwyth.
0:16:09 > 0:16:13- On Sunday, the rugby club - hosts a special match...
0:16:13 > 0:16:17- ..to remember one of the town's - legendary players, Eifion Gwynne.
0:16:17 > 0:16:21- He tragically lost his life - in an accident last autumn.
0:16:25 > 0:16:30- Sunday is a day to celebrate - and remember the life of Eifion.
0:16:30 > 0:16:33- The gates open at 1.00pm...
0:16:33 > 0:16:38- ..with various activities all day - for families and children.
0:16:38 > 0:16:42- The main attraction is the game - that starts at 3.00pm.
0:16:42 > 0:16:46- A team of former players - from the Aberystwyth area...
0:16:46 > 0:16:51- ..and players from - Llandovery and Carmarthen...
0:16:51 > 0:16:55- ..will play against former Welsh - internationals and regional players.
0:16:55 > 0:17:00- They include Colin Charvis, - Dafydd Jones and John Davies.
0:17:01 > 0:17:06- I take my hat off to everyone - as they have all pulled together.
0:17:06 > 0:17:09- The family appreciate it so much.
0:17:10 > 0:17:15- His wife, Nia, is very proud - of what people have achieved.
0:17:15 > 0:17:18- It's incredible and very humbling.
0:17:20 > 0:17:26- Eifion was a kind man who - would do anything to help anyone.
0:17:29 > 0:17:34- He enjoyed life - but also worked hard.
0:17:34 > 0:17:38- The one thing about Eifion - was that he worked very hard...
0:17:38 > 0:17:43- ..but he also enjoyed his time - with his family.
0:17:43 > 0:17:49- He would be so proud to see - so many players at the event.
0:17:49 > 0:17:54- I think he would be very proud - of the team.
0:17:55 > 0:17:59- After the game, - there's a raffle and an auction.
0:17:59 > 0:18:05- At 6.00pm, Meic Stevens - will perform for an hour.
0:18:05 > 0:18:10- He's followed by #band6 - who will play into the early hours.
0:18:13 > 0:18:19- Call over and support the event - if you're in the vicinity.
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- Iolo, you knew Eifion.
0:18:31 > 0:18:34- I played against him.
0:18:35 > 0:18:38- He was much younger than me.
0:18:38 > 0:18:42- He was a great man.
0:18:42 > 0:18:45- It's time to welcome - Gethin and Glesni to our sofa.
0:18:45 > 0:18:49- You've just returned from singing - at one of Nashville's famous cafes.
0:18:49 > 0:18:52- Tell us more about your adventures.
0:18:52 > 0:18:55- Yes, Nashville was incredible.
0:18:56 > 0:19:00- It was a dream come true.
0:19:00 > 0:19:03- It started as a holiday.
0:19:10 > 0:19:14- We chatted to some people - on the plane.
0:19:19 > 0:19:24- He told us to go - to the Bluebird Cafe.
0:19:24 > 0:19:28- We went and sang there.
0:19:33 > 0:19:38- They were amazed - that we sang in Welsh.
0:19:38 > 0:19:41- We chatted to one man...
0:19:49 > 0:19:54- ..who had written a lot of hits - in the country music world.
0:20:05 > 0:20:10- You also met an actor from the - television series, Nashville.
0:20:13 > 0:20:17- A character from the - television series, Nashville...
0:20:17 > 0:20:21- ..wanted to meet us!
0:20:21 > 0:20:24- People were amazed.
0:20:24 > 0:20:30- They didn't understand our songs...
0:20:30 > 0:20:36- ..but they recognized - that music can unite people.
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- Deacon from Nashville - was a great man to meet.
0:20:48 > 0:20:51- You have also performed - closer to home.
0:20:51 > 0:20:55- We've had a few gigs.
0:21:00 > 0:21:03- We've recorded the album.
0:21:03 > 0:21:05- Do you like country music, Iolo?
0:21:05 > 0:21:07- I can't sing at all.
0:21:07 > 0:21:12- I wish I could sing.
0:21:13 > 0:21:17- What are you singing for us tonight?
0:21:17 > 0:21:22- It's a song that Gethin has written.
0:21:27 > 0:21:31- It's the one we performed - in the Bluebird.
0:21:33 > 0:21:37- I'm sure Nashville has helped you.
0:21:42 > 0:21:47- Yes, and we got to meet - some great people.
0:21:47 > 0:21:49- They went out of their way to help.
0:21:49 > 0:21:51- After the break...
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- ..we count down to the Tir na n-Og - award ceremony with poet, Anni Llyn.
0:21:56 > 0:21:58- She's one of five to be shortlisted.
0:21:58 > 0:22:02- And we join the Madam Wen Festival - at the Iorwerth Arms in Bryngwran.
0:22:03 > 0:22:06- But first, let's take a look - at your events in our Calendar.
0:22:09 > 0:22:15- Sarn Hall at Penrhyn Llyn is - preparing for its annual exhibition.
0:22:16 > 0:22:20- It opens at 1.00pm - on Saturday 27 May.
0:22:20 > 0:22:26- Full details are in Llanw Llyn or - on the Sarn Artists Facebook page.
0:22:26 > 0:22:30- There's a special exhibition - about the history of Pencader...
0:22:30 > 0:22:34- ..that includes the old station - in Yr Hen Gapel and all are welcome.
0:22:35 > 0:22:39- Entry is 2 but free for children.
0:22:39 > 0:22:45- We've got a lot of family activities - over the Bank Holiday weekend.
0:22:45 > 0:22:48- There's the hay bale maze - and Pembrokeshire Falconry.
0:22:49 > 0:22:54- A family ticket is 25 - and can be used for up to a week.
0:22:55 > 0:22:59- The National Library in Aberystwyth - welcomes Phil Cope...
0:22:59 > 0:23:02- ..for The Dancing Pilgrimage - of Water...
0:23:03 > 0:23:08- ..which refers to his book - about the holy wells of Wales.
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0:23:22 > 0:23:24- Welcome back to Heno.
0:23:26 > 0:23:32- The Madam Wen Festival - is taking place at Bryngwran.
0:23:34 > 0:23:37- Erin Telford is on the stage.
0:23:37 > 0:23:40- Let's hear more about Madam Wen.
0:23:40 > 0:23:44- The solicitor, WD Owen, - penned Madam Wen...
0:23:46 > 0:23:49- ..and created the character, - Einir Wyn, who was Madam Wen.
0:23:50 > 0:23:53- The squire, Morys Williams, was - head over heels in love with her.
0:23:53 > 0:23:57- The novel is about his efforts - to marry Einir Wyn...
0:23:57 > 0:24:00- ..but he doesn't know - that she is Madam Wen.
0:24:04 > 0:24:08- This is the novel, - we've watched them film...
0:24:08 > 0:24:10- ..and this is the home of WD Owen.
0:24:10 > 0:24:14- But there are new developments - in the story of Madam Wen.
0:24:14 > 0:24:19- It happened whilst searching for - the original version of the novel.
0:24:19 > 0:24:25- I stumbled across an English version - from 1937 by Richard Parry.
0:24:26 > 0:24:30- Every page of this story - is in his own handwriting.
0:24:30 > 0:24:33- Who is Richard Parry?
0:24:33 > 0:24:37- We believe he was a parishioner.
0:24:38 > 0:24:43- It's great to have the English copy - back at Bryngwran for the festival.
0:24:45 > 0:24:50- The folk of Bryngwran continue - to say "Hello, Madam Wen!"
0:24:50 > 0:24:56- Marged played the main character - in the film adaptation.
0:24:56 > 0:25:02- You must have fond memories as we - sit at the heart of Madam Wen land.
0:25:02 > 0:25:07- Yes, I knew of the legend of - Madam Wen before reading the novel.
0:25:07 > 0:25:10- Everyone knew who was Madam Wen.
0:25:10 > 0:25:15- People referred to Madam Wen - when talking about the weather.
0:25:15 > 0:25:20- Madam Wen would appear - from the white mist...
0:25:20 > 0:25:25- ..in her white cape - whilst riding her white horse.
0:25:25 > 0:25:28- From the mist.
0:25:29 > 0:25:33- Yes, Marged Esli played Madam Wen.
0:25:33 > 0:25:38- Anglesey actor, John Pierce Jones, - played the squire, Morys Williams.
0:25:38 > 0:25:41- What's happening here?
0:25:42 > 0:25:47- I recall arriving on the farm at - Tre-Ysgawen Country House Hotel.
0:25:48 > 0:25:54- Hundred2 of horses past us and - there was a wild one in a truck.
0:25:56 > 0:26:02- They said "Get John mounted" and - they're brought this beast to me.
0:26:04 > 0:26:08- Fury was a Spanish stallion who - starred in the Lloyds Bank adverts.
0:26:09 > 0:26:14- Hey! Wait a minute, - I want to talk to you!
0:26:14 > 0:26:19- I'm delighted that Bryngwran - is hosting the Madam Wen Festival.
0:26:20 > 0:26:24- I'm looking forward to watching the - film again and see familiar faces.
0:26:24 > 0:26:28- They were huge talents - who have sadly left us.
0:26:46 > 0:26:50- Bryngwran children - are singing on the stage.
0:26:50 > 0:26:55- The emphasis is on entertainment.
0:26:55 > 0:26:59- It's a busy weekend.
0:26:59 > 0:27:03- Dafydd Iwan is here tomorrow.
0:27:08 > 0:27:12- JR has a lecture on Monday - about Madam Wen.
0:27:16 > 0:27:22- There's also a tour to - the cave where Madam Wen...
0:27:24 > 0:27:27- ..hid a lot of things.
0:27:33 > 0:27:37- You also have a part - in the story of Madam Wen.
0:27:37 > 0:27:40- I play a part - in the story of Madam Wen.
0:27:41 > 0:27:43- It was the early 1980s.
0:27:43 > 0:27:45- I was in a pantomime.
0:27:45 > 0:27:50- I played Madam Wen.
0:27:51 > 0:27:55- I was much younger then.
0:28:00 > 0:28:05- Ifan Pritchard has appeared - on Heno before.
0:28:07 > 0:28:12- I was named after my grandfather.
0:28:14 > 0:28:19- It was great to sing on the stage...
0:28:19 > 0:28:23- ..with people who remember Taid.
0:28:26 > 0:28:30- I perform in his name.
0:28:30 > 0:28:34- Thank you for chatting to me.
0:28:41 > 0:28:44- There isn't any wildlife - for Iolo here tonight.
0:28:44 > 0:28:47- It's still lively!
0:28:47 > 0:28:51- Bank Holiday Monday marks the 100th - birthday of John Fitzgerald Kennedy.
0:28:52 > 0:28:56- He was the youngest president - to be elected in the United States.
0:28:56 > 0:29:00- He was the first Catholic president - and the man who we all knew as JFK.
0:29:00 > 0:29:04- His assassination in Dallas - has been a talking point for years.
0:29:04 > 0:29:08- And everyone knew where - they were when it happened.
0:29:08 > 0:29:10- Here's Rhodri Davies - with JFK's story.
0:29:11 > 0:29:13- He was born in Massachusetts...
0:29:13 > 0:29:17- ..as the second son of Joe Kennedy, - the billionaire and businessman.
0:29:18 > 0:29:22- He was a Catholic - who hailed from Ireland.
0:29:22 > 0:29:28- It's rumoured he was with the Mob - and bootlegging during prohibition.
0:29:28 > 0:29:31- This was a man - who wanted to go places.
0:29:31 > 0:29:34- The eldest son, Joe Junior - was killed during World War II...
0:29:35 > 0:29:37- ..and John was also injured.
0:29:37 > 0:29:43- The fact that JFK had won a medal - was ideal to invoke sympathy...
0:29:45 > 0:29:49- ..and pride in this hero.
0:29:49 > 0:29:54- Marrying Jacqueline Bouvier was - a wise step towards the White House.
0:29:55 > 0:30:00- He was young, good looking - and had a beautiful wife.
0:30:00 > 0:30:04- They created their own mystery.
0:30:04 > 0:30:08- There was a spirit of success - in the United States.
0:30:08 > 0:30:14- In the 1960 election, Kennedy and - Nixon agreed to a debate on camera.
0:30:14 > 0:30:17- It was a wonderful opportunity - for the young democrat.
0:30:17 > 0:30:20- He looked good - and gave a clear argument.
0:30:20 > 0:30:24- Nixon always looked shifty - and Kennedy took advantage of that.
0:30:24 > 0:30:29- He won the debate - and only just won the election.
0:30:29 > 0:30:32- Some claim he had the assistance - of the Mafia.
0:30:33 > 0:30:37- His speech on accepting - the presidency was iconic.
0:30:37 > 0:30:40- Ask not what your country - can do for you.
0:30:40 > 0:30:44- Ask what you can do - for your country.
0:30:44 > 0:30:48- The same is true of the response - to the crises that followed.
0:30:49 > 0:30:54- Vietnam, the Berlin Wall, the - famous Ich bin ein Berliner speech.
0:30:54 > 0:30:57- We also had the Bay of Pigs.
0:30:57 > 0:31:02- The biggest challenge came with - his failure to overthrow Castro.
0:31:02 > 0:31:06- Fidel Castro claimed - that they didn't feel safe...
0:31:06 > 0:31:09- ..and they were 100 miles away - from America.
0:31:10 > 0:31:15- They invited the Soviet Union to - bring their missiles to the island.
0:31:16 > 0:31:21- Russia and America came very close - to having a nuclear war.
0:31:22 > 0:31:27- It's lucky that Kennedy stood up - to Khrushchev and peace returned.
0:31:28 > 0:31:30- You had this young man.
0:31:30 > 0:31:34- He wasn't like Alex Douglas-Hume - or Macmillan or Harold Wilson.
0:31:34 > 0:31:37- He looked as hip as The Beatles.
0:31:38 > 0:31:43- But failures and dubious links of - this ladies' man are often ignored.
0:31:44 > 0:31:49- Any young person in office is - instantly compared to the Kennedys.
0:31:50 > 0:31:53- When a wealthy person such as - Donald Trump enters into office...
0:31:54 > 0:31:57- ..then comparisons - are not made in the same way.
0:31:58 > 0:32:02- There was something obsessive - about this man and women.
0:32:02 > 0:32:06- The most famous person - in his life was Marilyn Monroe.
0:32:07 > 0:32:11- He also enticed female students - into the White House...
0:32:11 > 0:32:15- ..and a former girlfriend - of Frank Sinatra.
0:32:15 > 0:32:19- His contribution was immense as he - launched the US drive to the moon...
0:32:19 > 0:32:25- ..and fought for equal - and civil rights.
0:32:25 > 0:32:30- The events of that dark day - in Dallas shook the world.
0:32:30 > 0:32:36- It was 22 November 1963 and we had - our first television in Harlech...
0:32:36 > 0:32:42- ..and I remember crying when I heard - that he had been assassinated.
0:32:42 > 0:32:47- People questioned - whether one man was responsible.
0:32:47 > 0:32:53- He couldn't be interrogated - because he was shot by Jack Ruby.
0:32:53 > 0:32:58- We couldn't learn the truth - so it's shrouded in mystery.
0:32:59 > 0:33:04- He didn't manage to accomplish - everything that he wanted.
0:33:04 > 0:33:10- A story without a conclusion - invites people to complete it.
0:33:10 > 0:33:16- It's odd to think of JFK - being 100 years old.
0:33:16 > 0:33:21- In our minds, he's still young - and handsome with a beautiful wife.
0:33:23 > 0:33:28- He's frozen in time - so we cannot comprehend his legacy.
0:33:38 > 0:33:41- It's an incredible story.
0:33:41 > 0:33:43- Still to come on the programme...
0:33:44 > 0:33:47- ..Gethin and Glesni perform - their song, Dal Y Gannwyll.
0:33:47 > 0:33:50- We also join Yvonne.
0:33:50 > 0:33:52- It's 40 years since - the birth of this song.
0:33:52 > 0:33:55- # Hey, Mistar Urdd
0:33:55 > 0:33:59- # In your red, white and green #
0:33:59 > 0:34:00- .
0:34:03 > 0:34:03- Subtitles
0:34:03 > 0:34:05- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:34:10 > 0:34:12- Welcome back.
0:34:12 > 0:34:16- The Urdd's official anthem - is celebrating 40 years...
0:34:17 > 0:34:21- ..and Yvonne traces its story and - meets those who helped publish it.
0:34:22 > 0:34:25- # Hey, Mistar Urdd - in your red, white and green
0:34:26 > 0:34:30- # It's always fun to be - in your company #
0:34:31 > 0:34:34- Take us back 40 years, Geraint.
0:34:34 > 0:34:40- How did you pen the melody - and lyrics for Hei Mistar Urdd?
0:34:40 > 0:34:45- In 1977, I worked for the Urdd - with a small team in Aberystwyth.
0:34:45 > 0:34:49- Wynne Melville Jones - was the marketing officer...
0:34:49 > 0:34:54- ..created the character - of Mistar Urdd and wanted a record.
0:34:54 > 0:34:59- I was available and cheap, with - the band, Hergest, and a songwriter.
0:35:00 > 0:35:04- # Hey, Mistar Urdd - in your red, white and green #
0:35:04 > 0:35:10- The record was a bit of a mixed bag - as Wynne chose Emyr Wyn to sing...
0:35:11 > 0:35:17- ..who then got Hywel Gwynfryn - to play drums.
0:35:17 > 0:35:21- It's the only song that exists - with Hywel playing drums!
0:35:22 > 0:35:26- The song was recorded at the - Sain studios on Stacey Road...
0:35:26 > 0:35:32- ..that were used by the BBC - but a host of different things too.
0:35:32 > 0:35:38- I don't think the BBC knew about - half the things that happened.
0:35:38 > 0:35:44- We had fun 40 years ago and I - remember it as if it were yesterday.
0:35:44 > 0:35:49- # Hey, Mistar Urdd - come for a stroll along the roads #
0:35:50 > 0:35:54- The song has enjoyed remixes - by the band, Cic and Rapsgaliwn.
0:35:54 > 0:35:56- # Yeah, yeah
0:35:57 > 0:36:01- # Hey, Mistar Urdd, - Hey, Mistar Urdd #
0:36:02 > 0:36:07- It was fun and it's an iconic song - that I remember from my childhood.
0:36:07 > 0:36:11- The experience was quite terrifying - but a lot of fun too.
0:36:11 > 0:36:15- # With the best friends - you'll get in the whole world #
0:36:15 > 0:36:20- To this day, children across Wales - dance with me to Hei Mistar Urdd.
0:36:21 > 0:36:26- Everyone loves it as it's simple - and an easy song and dance to learn.
0:36:28 > 0:36:31- They just love it!
0:36:31 > 0:36:34- Star jump, star jump.
0:36:35 > 0:36:38- The song, Hey, Mistar Urdd is great.
0:36:38 > 0:36:44- I dance to the song at school - and at home with my brother.
0:36:44 > 0:36:48- I sing the song, Hey, Mistar Urdd - and school and enjoy it.
0:36:48 > 0:36:52- I remember the song - from my childhood...
0:36:52 > 0:36:57- ..and when I went to the camps in - Glan-llyn, Llangrannog and Cardiff.
0:36:57 > 0:37:01- We always sang it in discos - and did the dance.
0:37:01 > 0:37:06- I also have fond memories of it - at the jamborees in school.
0:37:07 > 0:37:11- The song came easily and - it helped that the word "Urdd"...
0:37:11 > 0:37:15- ..rhymes with the Welsh word - for green which is "gwyrdd"...
0:37:15 > 0:37:18- ..which is one of the colours - on the Urdd badge.
0:37:18 > 0:37:23- It would have been far more - difficult if it was pink instead!
0:37:23 > 0:37:27- I'm amazed that the song - is still popular after 40 years.
0:37:27 > 0:37:31- The secret could be - in its simplicity.
0:37:31 > 0:37:36- There's better records to be had - but Hei, Mistar Urdd has survived.
0:37:36 > 0:37:41- It's an iconic song that will - be here for another 40 years...
0:37:41 > 0:37:45- ..because it's that good.
0:37:45 > 0:37:50- # Hey, Mistar Urdd - come for a stroll along the roads
0:37:50 > 0:37:54- # We'll sing our song - to the youth of Wales
0:37:54 > 0:38:00- # Hey, Mistar Urdd - in your red, white and green... #
0:38:05 > 0:38:09- You look like Mistar Urdd!
0:38:12 > 0:38:14- I've got red socks.
0:38:14 > 0:38:18- The Tir na n-Og award ceremony - is held on the Maes next Thursday.
0:38:18 > 0:38:21- This week on Heno, we've met - all five authors on the shortlist.
0:38:22 > 0:38:24- Tonight, we conclude - with poet, Anni Llyn.
0:38:31 > 0:38:36- Dim Ond Traed Brain is a colourful - and pretty book of poems.
0:38:37 > 0:38:43- The poems range from being fun - to serious and many ask questions.
0:38:48 > 0:38:51- And it smells...
0:38:51 > 0:38:56- I was appointed the Welsh - Children's Poet Laureate in 2015.
0:38:56 > 0:39:02- In 2016, I was commissioned - to write a book of new poems.
0:39:02 > 0:39:07- Most of the poems are based - on the memories of my childhood...
0:39:08 > 0:39:12- ..and my experiences with children - as the Children's Poet Laureate...
0:39:13 > 0:39:17- ..and in my career - of working in children's media.
0:39:17 > 0:39:19- 'Reading
0:39:20 > 0:39:22- 'Hush, listen
0:39:22 > 0:39:25- 'There isn't a sound, - the room is silent
0:39:25 > 0:39:30- 'There's nothing moving - and nobody's whispering
0:39:30 > 0:39:34- 'But something's driving excitement - along the shelves
0:39:34 > 0:39:39- 'Something lurking in the books - and hiding in the words
0:39:39 > 0:39:42- 'Something magical.'
0:39:47 > 0:39:52- Poetry can be very difficult - to define to a child.
0:39:52 > 0:39:57- They think it has to rhyme and have - an order but you don't need either.
0:39:57 > 0:40:02- Don't worry about the meaning - or message but enjoy words...
0:40:05 > 0:40:11- ..and Welsh words can be beautiful - and charming.
0:40:11 > 0:40:16- People tend to think that you only - need fun or light-hearted things...
0:40:17 > 0:40:23- ..but children are more complicated - and intense than that.
0:40:23 > 0:40:28- There's no end to their imagination - or appetite for creativity.
0:40:28 > 0:40:32- Contributing to that via my work - is very close to my heart.
0:40:34 > 0:40:37- 'You open a book and it flies
0:40:37 > 0:40:41- 'It ricochets around your head - and dances with your imagination.
0:40:41 > 0:40:46- 'Someone's words in print - wake you noisily in a quiet room.'
0:40:53 > 0:40:58- I'm delighted the book is nominated - in the primary school category.
0:40:59 > 0:41:03- It's proof that someone - has confidence in my work.
0:41:03 > 0:41:06- It's an important award in Wales.
0:41:06 > 0:41:10- We should celebrate - Welsh children's literature...
0:41:10 > 0:41:13- ..as it's a rich part - of our culture.
0:41:14 > 0:41:19- Being shortlisted is wonderful - and I already feel like a winner!
0:41:23 > 0:41:27- Good luck to all the nominees!
0:41:27 > 0:41:31- Iolo Williams has been - our studio guest tonight.
0:41:37 > 0:41:40- Llinos is camping tonight.
0:41:44 > 0:41:48- Have you got any advice?
0:41:48 > 0:41:52- I've never spent - a night under canvas.
0:41:52 > 0:41:55- I'm going to Pembrokeshire.
0:42:01 > 0:42:04- You should be alright tonight.
0:42:09 > 0:42:12- Last night, I would have said to - open the windows.
0:42:13 > 0:42:15- Is there a window?
0:42:15 > 0:42:18- Enjoy it!
0:42:18 > 0:42:23- The foxes are out and about.
0:42:23 > 0:42:28- Gethin and Glesni sing us out - with their song, Dal Y Gannwyll.
0:42:31 > 0:42:38- # I'm not asking for luxuries, - treasures, or expensive jewels
0:42:40 > 0:42:46- # I don't need - the wealth of the world
0:42:48 > 0:42:54- # There's only one thing I want
0:42:57 > 0:42:59- # It's you
0:42:59 > 0:43:03- # You're worth more - than anything to me
0:43:05 > 0:43:09- # Only you
0:43:09 > 0:43:13- # Only you
0:43:14 > 0:43:17- # Hold the candle
0:43:17 > 0:43:21- # Guide me
0:43:21 > 0:43:25- # Only you
0:43:26 > 0:43:30- # Only you
0:43:31 > 0:43:34- # Hold the candle
0:43:34 > 0:43:38- # Guide me
0:43:39 > 0:43:46- # There was a time - when I found it hard to move on
0:43:48 > 0:43:54- # I couldn't find my way
0:43:56 > 0:44:01- # But at the last minute, - it hit me six
0:44:04 > 0:44:12- # You struck the match - and lit the flame
0:44:12 > 0:44:16- # Only you
0:44:16 > 0:44:21- # Only you
0:44:21 > 0:44:25- # Hold the candle
0:44:25 > 0:44:27- # Guide me
0:44:29 > 0:44:33- # Only you
0:44:33 > 0:44:38- # Only you
0:44:38 > 0:44:42- # Hold the candle
0:44:42 > 0:44:45- # Guide me
0:44:47 > 0:44:52- # You're an angel shining your light
0:44:52 > 0:44:59- # Where did you get the gift of - filling our hearts with pure love
0:44:59 > 0:45:04- # Instead of fear and pain?
0:45:04 > 0:45:12- # Your soul is whiter than white
0:45:12 > 0:45:19- # I need you here right now
0:45:20 > 0:45:26- # You make my life better
0:45:28 > 0:45:32- # Only you
0:45:32 > 0:45:37- # Only you
0:45:37 > 0:45:41- # Hold the candle
0:45:41 > 0:45:45- # Guide me
0:45:45 > 0:45:50- # Only you
0:45:50 > 0:45:54- # Only you
0:45:55 > 0:45:58- # Hold the candle
0:45:58 > 0:46:02- # Guide me
0:46:02 > 0:46:07- # Only you
0:46:07 > 0:46:12- # Only you
0:46:12 > 0:46:16- # Hold the candle
0:46:16 > 0:46:22- # Guide me #
0:46:25 > 0:46:26- APPLAUSE
0:46:28 > 0:46:33- Enjoy the long weekend and good luck - to everyone at the Urdd Eisteddfod!
0:46:35 > 0:46:38- Goodnight to you all!
0:46:44 > 0:46:45- .