0:00:00 > 0:00:01- .
0:00:02 > 0:00:06- In less than an hour, the Welsh - football team could make history.
0:00:06 > 0:00:09- We soak up the excitement - of the fanzone in Cardiff.
0:00:10 > 0:00:11- We're ready but are you?
0:00:12 > 0:00:14- Welcome to Heno.
0:00:31 > 0:00:37- Hello and welcome to Monday's Heno - as Wales play Russia in Toulouse.
0:00:37 > 0:00:42- We're all on tenterhooks ahead - of tonight's historical game...
0:00:42 > 0:00:50- ..and will be live from the fanzone - with Llinos in just a few minutes.
0:00:50 > 0:00:54- Tonight, Rhodri Gomer meets - the muscular men and women...
0:00:54 > 0:00:59- ..vying for the titles - of Wales Strongest Man and Woman.
0:00:59 > 0:01:04- Daf Wyn is also in Abergavenny - with the National Eisteddfod Choir.
0:01:04 > 0:01:09- The choir is inside - having a quick rehearsal.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- There's only five weeks - until the opening concert.
0:01:14 > 0:01:19- We'll chat to the unusual choir - and hear a song from them too.
0:01:20 > 0:01:24- The actress, Elin Phillips - is my studio guest this evening.
0:01:25 > 0:01:26- Welcome to the programme.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- Thank you.
0:01:29 > 0:01:33- The latest role you've undertaken - is in a drama dealing with dementia.
0:01:33 > 0:01:36- It's being performed at - the Ffwrnes Theatre in Llanelli.
0:01:36 > 0:01:38- We'll hear all about it in a moment.
0:01:39 > 0:01:41- We start by returning - to the fanzone in Cardiff.
0:01:41 > 0:01:45- The atmosphere is electric - and expectations are high, Llinos.
0:01:45 > 0:01:50- Good evening, Sian.
0:01:51 > 0:01:54- Welcome to the Euros fanzone - at Cardiff's Cooper's Field.
0:01:54 > 0:02:03- I'm joined by some - of the Welsh fans.
0:02:04 > 0:02:11- We're all doing the dance - by Joe Ledley.
0:02:11 > 0:02:14- I liked that dancing.
0:02:14 > 0:02:17- I've been supporting the team...
0:02:17 > 0:02:20- ..since I was born!
0:02:20 > 0:02:24- Tonight is very important.
0:02:24 > 0:02:28- It's a crucial match.
0:02:28 > 0:02:34- It all boils down to tonight.
0:02:34 > 0:02:46- I wish we'd beaten England.
0:02:46 > 0:02:51- Russia beat us in the past - at the Principality Stadium.
0:02:52 > 0:02:55- We hope this is pay back!
0:02:56 > 0:02:59- Explain to us the table.
0:03:00 > 0:03:05- It's very complicated.
0:03:05 > 0:03:10- Wales can either be top - or bottom of the table.
0:03:10 > 0:03:13- We could win.
0:03:14 > 0:03:25- England could beat Slovakia.
0:03:25 > 0:03:29- Anything can happen!
0:03:30 > 0:03:36- What type of atmosphere do you - expect here tonight?
0:03:36 > 0:03:41- If Bale scores tonight, then this - place is going to go nuts!
0:03:41 > 0:03:47- Mair is also here.
0:03:47 > 0:03:52- I can't stay home for the match.
0:03:52 > 0:03:58- I was in Bordeaux last week.
0:03:58 > 0:04:02- I had to come and see the lads - playing here.
0:04:02 > 0:04:13- I can scream and shout here.
0:04:13 > 0:04:18- I'm by myself but it doesn't matter.
0:04:18 > 0:04:21- What do you think the score will be?
0:04:22 > 0:04:26- I think it'll be 2-1 to Wales.
0:04:26 > 0:04:35- I really believe that.
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- I was five when Wales - last got through to the finals.
0:04:39 > 0:04:42- The sun is shining.
0:04:42 > 0:04:45- It'll bring some luck.
0:04:45 > 0:04:48- What do you think the score will be?
0:04:48 > 0:04:53- I don't know about the score.
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- I think it'll be 2-1 to Wales.
0:04:56 > 0:04:59- I'll have more from Cooper's Field - later in the programme.
0:05:00 > 0:05:01- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:05:01 > 0:05:04- Thank you, Llinos.
0:05:04 > 0:05:08- We'll have more from Llinos - before the end of the programme.
0:05:09 > 0:05:11- Do you like football?
0:05:11 > 0:05:15- I have been enjoying it.
0:05:15 > 0:05:18- On Friday at the Ffwrnes Theatre - in Llanelli...
0:05:18 > 0:05:21- ..it's the opening night - of the play...
0:05:21 > 0:05:23- ..This Incredible Life, - by Alan Harries.
0:05:24 > 0:05:26- My guest is one - of the three actors in the cast.
0:05:27 > 0:05:29- Elin Phillips, - welcome to the programme.
0:05:29 > 0:05:32- Thank you.
0:05:32 > 0:05:40- The play deals with dementia - so tell us more about it.
0:05:40 > 0:05:45- Carmarthenshire Theatres is doing - all it can to have an event...
0:05:45 > 0:05:58- ..about dementia.
0:05:58 > 0:06:02- The play is on Friday, - Saturday and Sunday.
0:06:02 > 0:06:07- There's a special afternoon - performance.
0:06:07 > 0:06:13- People can come with their carers - on Friday afternoon.
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- This is the first time for this play - to be performed...
0:06:18 > 0:06:23- ..on a stage in Wales.
0:06:24 > 0:06:35- I play the character of Catherine - in This Incredible Life.
0:06:36 > 0:06:40- Catherine is Nin's granddaughter.
0:06:40 > 0:06:45- Nin has spent her life - telling people stories.
0:06:46 > 0:06:51- There's only three people in - the cast of This Incredible Life.
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- The other cast members - are Sharon Morgan and Simon Nehan.
0:06:56 > 0:06:59- Simon plays Nin's husband.
0:07:00 > 0:07:10- He comes back to life as a spirit.
0:07:11 > 0:07:22- I think everyone has been - affected by dementia.
0:07:22 > 0:07:27- There's an array of events - about dementia...
0:07:27 > 0:07:31- ..to coincide with the performance.
0:07:32 > 0:07:41- There's workshops.
0:07:41 > 0:07:44- We also have news about the - dementia choir.
0:07:44 > 0:07:46- Have you enjoyed the experience?
0:07:46 > 0:07:49- The cast has been great.
0:07:50 > 0:07:53- Julia is our director.
0:07:53 > 0:07:56- She's been incredible.
0:07:56 > 0:07:59- It's a great play.
0:07:59 > 0:08:10- It's a celebration of life.
0:08:11 > 0:08:14- I've just finished touring with a - play about Tom Jones.
0:08:14 > 0:08:16- Thank you.
0:08:16 > 0:08:19- It's time to congratulate - Andy Davies of Newtown...
0:08:19 > 0:08:23- ..who competed in the Mountain - Running Championships in Slovenia.
0:08:23 > 0:08:25- We met Andy on Friday's programme...
0:08:26 > 0:08:29- ..and we're pleased to announced - that he scooped ninth place.
0:08:29 > 0:08:32- Well done, Andy - and good luck for the future.
0:08:32 > 0:08:33- After the break...
0:08:33 > 0:08:37- ..Rhodri Gomer reports from Wales' - Strongest Man and Woman Competition.
0:08:38 > 0:08:44- Flintshire National Eisteddfod Choir - also warm up in its first rehearsal.
0:08:44 > 0:08:48- Before we head to the break, - here's our Calendar.
0:08:59 > 0:09:08- On Tuesday 21 June at 2.00pm, - Abergwili School has a summer party.
0:09:08 > 0:09:14- It marks 150 years since the school - opened its doors in 1866.
0:09:19 > 0:09:26- The TOSTA whistle-stop tour lands in - Theatr Felinfach on 23 to 26 June.
0:09:26 > 0:09:32- TOSTA celebrates seven - Celtic and European countries.
0:09:32 > 0:09:37- On Friday night, there's live music - from the band Oreka TX...
0:09:38 > 0:09:41- ..and local performers - such as Raffdam.
0:09:45 > 0:09:50- Join us to celebrate 40 years of - Guide Dogs for the Blind in Gwynedd.
0:09:50 > 0:09:57- You can walk with us in Barmouth - on Tuesday, Criccieth on Thursday...
0:09:57 > 0:10:01- ..and in Caernarfon on Saturday.
0:10:04 > 0:10:08- The latest production by Theatr - Genedlaethol Cymru of Nansi...
0:10:09 > 0:10:13- ..visits The Paget Rooms in Penarth - on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday...
0:10:13 > 0:10:16- ..and Thursday afternoon.
0:10:17 > 0:10:21- There's a lecture before Wednesday's - performance about Nansi Richards...
0:10:21 > 0:10:24- ..at 6.30pm in Foxy's Deli - with Mair Penri.
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0:10:34 > 0:10:36- Subtitles
0:10:39 > 0:10:41- Welcome back.
0:10:41 > 0:10:45- On Saturday, Rhodri Gomer attended - the annual Wrexham competition...
0:10:45 > 0:10:48- ..in search of Wales' - Strongest Man and Woman of 2016.
0:10:49 > 0:10:53- Rhodri didn't compete but he was - there to look over the proceedings.
0:10:57 > 0:11:03- There's been events in Wales to find - the strongest man for many years...
0:11:04 > 0:11:08- ..but the sport - has enjoyed a resurgence...
0:11:08 > 0:11:13- ..with the Wales Strongest Man - and Woman event.
0:11:13 > 0:11:16- At the Queensway Stadium...
0:11:16 > 0:11:20- ..men and women compete alongside - each other for the first time.
0:11:25 > 0:11:30- We wanted something different - this year.
0:11:30 > 0:11:34- Strongman events are growing in - popularity with women in England.
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- We wanted to do the same - for women in Wales.
0:11:38 > 0:11:48- The women go first and then the men - to show that both sexes do the same.
0:11:48 > 0:11:54- In this event, the women need to - lift the weight above their heads.
0:11:54 > 0:12:01- The weight gradually increases and - separates the weak from the strong.
0:12:01 > 0:12:04- It leaves one left.
0:12:04 > 0:12:09- I'm enjoying myself and all my - family is here so it's a great day.
0:12:10 > 0:12:13- What attracted you to this sport - in the first place?
0:12:14 > 0:12:19- This is my fifth competition - but it's the most important.
0:12:19 > 0:12:24- I'm on home turf - and delighted to be competing here.
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- It's fun, a bit different - and a visually good thing to see.
0:12:28 > 0:12:31- You're carrying a car, holding a car - or lifting a stone.
0:12:31 > 0:12:36- It's things people can see rather - than just so many plates on a bar.
0:12:36 > 0:12:39- They can relate to it better and - that's why it's got such an appeal.
0:12:40 > 0:12:44- I won in 2012 - and have come back and won again.
0:12:45 > 0:12:50- I'm so happy and hope to beat - everyone in the British event.
0:12:50 > 0:12:54- You were second so are you happy - with today's performance, Ceris?
0:12:54 > 0:13:01- I knew it was going to be close - between Sophie and me today.
0:13:02 > 0:13:07- I've only been doing it five weeks - so really pleased and chuffed.
0:13:07 > 0:13:10- You must be delighted with the girls - today, Hywel.
0:13:10 > 0:13:15- Yes, I'm very proud - so we'll have a few drinks tonight!
0:13:18 > 0:13:26- The men face six challenges that - test strength, power and stamina.
0:13:26 > 0:13:31- This challenge of carrying a car - tests a bit of everything.
0:13:38 > 0:13:44- You complained of a bad back earlier - but flew around that course.
0:13:45 > 0:13:50- I had to block out the pain to get - the points so I did what was needed.
0:13:51 > 0:13:53- Did you expect to do so well?
0:13:53 > 0:13:58- No, I just wanted to pass - the first mark.
0:13:59 > 0:14:04- After a long day of competing, it - all boils down to the Atlas Stones.
0:14:05 > 0:14:12- The stones start at 120kg - and rise to 200kg in weight.
0:14:12 > 0:14:16- Mark Jeans is the favourite - and he's going last.
0:14:16 > 0:14:19- Every event I practice in the gym - and it has to be on the day.
0:14:20 > 0:14:23- Sometimes you have bad days - but today was really good for me.
0:14:23 > 0:14:27- The Strong Man Competitions in Wales - are improving every year.
0:14:27 > 0:14:31- Every time the top three go to the - UKs or move to the bigger comps...
0:14:31 > 0:14:35- ..they are always improving so it's - about time we put Wales on the map!
0:14:44 > 0:14:47- Congratulations.
0:14:47 > 0:14:52- The momentum for the Flintshire - National Eisteddfod has started...
0:14:52 > 0:14:56- ..and the Eisteddfod Choir is - busy rehearsing for the festival.
0:14:56 > 0:15:00- Tonight, the entire choir has come - together for their first rehearsal.
0:15:00 > 0:15:03- Daf Wyn is in Abergavenny - for this very important session.
0:15:04 > 0:15:06- Good evening, Daf.
0:15:06 > 0:15:12- Good evening, Sian.
0:15:13 > 0:15:17- Welcome to the latest rehearsal of - the National Eisteddfod Choir.
0:15:18 > 0:15:22- Llinos was having fun in Cardiff...
0:15:23 > 0:15:30- ..but I'm having fun here too!
0:15:30 > 0:15:34- I'm joined by Elen Elis.
0:15:34 > 0:15:38- Tell me about this choir.
0:15:38 > 0:15:42- This is a community venture...
0:15:43 > 0:15:47- ..for people who enjoy singing.
0:15:47 > 0:16:03- We have this choir every year.
0:16:04 > 0:16:13- The choirs have continued - after the Eisteddfod.
0:16:14 > 0:16:18- When is the concert?
0:16:19 > 0:16:23- This choir will perform on the first - Saturday of the Eisteddfod.
0:16:23 > 0:16:27- Jeff Howard sings - in the Eisteddfod Choir.
0:16:27 > 0:16:32- We have a new style.
0:16:32 > 0:16:37- There's a big band and a choir.
0:16:37 > 0:16:43- We've got an array of music.
0:16:44 > 0:16:53- There's I've Got Rhythm - and Moon River.
0:16:54 > 0:17:08- There's also big band music - with a Welsh flair.
0:17:09 > 0:17:11- How are the preparations going?
0:17:11 > 0:17:16- There's a lot of fun in the - rehearsals.
0:17:16 > 0:17:20- Rhys Taylor is conducting - the Big Band.
0:17:20 > 0:17:24- We're making history this year.
0:17:25 > 0:17:28- I don't think there's ever been - a big band and choir...
0:17:28 > 0:17:32- ..performing on the same stage.
0:17:33 > 0:17:39- It's quite challenging - to write music...
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- ..for both a choir and big band.
0:17:42 > 0:17:47- You can go and prepare yourself.
0:17:47 > 0:17:51- Mererid Lewis Davies - is one of the singers in the choir.
0:17:51 > 0:17:55- It's been great.
0:17:55 > 0:17:59- We've been rehearsing for weeks.
0:17:59 > 0:18:03- It's a lot of fun.
0:18:03 > 0:18:08- We've been rehearsing in three - locations in the vicinity.
0:18:08 > 0:18:12- Let's have some music from - the special Eisteddfod choir.
0:18:16 > 0:18:21- # Baby, baby, where are you going?
0:18:21 > 0:18:29- # Baby, baby, can I be a friend?
0:18:29 > 0:18:32- # Happy, baby, - pretty baby, beautiful baby
0:18:33 > 0:18:42- # You're better than honey!
0:18:42 > 0:18:45- # We can lie on my comfy sofa
0:18:45 > 0:18:52- # And we'll make love - all over the house
0:18:53 > 0:19:03- # We'll make love all over the house - yeah, you and me
0:19:03 > 0:19:14- # We'll make love all over the house - yeah, you and me
0:19:14 > 0:19:22- # We'll make love all over the house - yeah, you and me #
0:19:22 > 0:19:24- Back to you in the studio.
0:19:24 > 0:19:26- Thank you, Daf.
0:19:26 > 0:19:28- Good luck to the choir.
0:19:28 > 0:19:31- They sounded great.
0:19:31 > 0:19:44- The actress, Elin Phillips - has been my studio guest tonight.
0:19:44 > 0:19:48- We touched on your role - in the show, Tom.
0:19:48 > 0:19:54- Yes, and it was a great show.
0:19:54 > 0:19:58- We opened in the Millennium Centre - in Cardiff.
0:19:59 > 0:20:03- Tom's wife died during our tour.
0:20:03 > 0:20:08- It was quite emotional for us.
0:20:08 > 0:20:13- This Incredible Life is staged - at Llanelli's Ffwrnes Theatre...
0:20:13 > 0:20:14- ..between 24 and 26 June.
0:20:15 > 0:20:16- Thank you for joining us.
0:20:17 > 0:20:19- Only 30 minutes remain - until kick off...
0:20:19 > 0:20:23- ..and it's time to make our way back - to Llinos at the fanzone in Cardiff.
0:20:23 > 0:20:27- Welcome back to the fanzone - at Cardiff's Cooper's Field.
0:20:27 > 0:20:31- The atmosphere is really buzzing - ahead of tonight's match...
0:20:31 > 0:20:37- ..between Wales and Russia.
0:20:37 > 0:20:43- There's red shirts everywhere!
0:20:44 > 0:20:49- I'm joined by Travis and Molly.
0:20:49 > 0:20:57- I came from the Rhondda today.
0:20:58 > 0:21:06- I hope we beat Russia.
0:21:06 > 0:21:10- I was here when Wales - played England.
0:21:10 > 0:21:15- The place was bouncing.
0:21:15 > 0:21:19- I hope we have a better result.
0:21:19 > 0:21:24- I'm hoping for a good atmosphere.
0:21:24 > 0:21:27- I hope Wales beat Russia.
0:21:28 > 0:21:32- I'll be shouting later.
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- Mam is picking me up later.
0:21:38 > 0:21:42- Mark and Craig are here too.
0:21:42 > 0:21:48- It's our first time here.
0:21:52 > 0:21:55- I've supported Wales - since I was born.
0:21:55 > 0:22:01- Adam is sitting on the bench.
0:22:01 > 0:22:05- I hope he'll play for Wales.
0:22:05 > 0:22:10- I can get free tickets that way!
0:22:10 > 0:22:13- What do you think the score - will be tonight?
0:22:13 > 0:22:16- I hope it's 2-0 to Wales.
0:22:16 > 0:22:20- It's a great night.
0:22:20 > 0:22:27- I can't wait for the game.
0:22:27 > 0:22:36- The atmosphere is great here.
0:22:37 > 0:22:40- I hope Bale gets a hat trick.
0:22:40 > 0:22:48- That would be great.
0:22:49 > 0:22:59- There's going to be two free kicks.
0:22:59 > 0:23:04- I'll be dancing and jumping up - and down on the bench.
0:23:04 > 0:23:10- Catrin is here.
0:23:10 > 0:23:13- I was in Bordeaux - at the Slovakia game.
0:23:13 > 0:23:16- Everyone was singing.
0:23:16 > 0:23:24- It was great.
0:23:24 > 0:23:27- How do the Welsh fans compare?
0:23:27 > 0:23:30- It's quiet in Cardiff.
0:23:30 > 0:23:34- I hope more and more - people come tonight.
0:23:34 > 0:23:42- I'd like to go back to France.
0:23:42 > 0:23:47- We'll have to wait and see what - happens tonight.
0:23:47 > 0:23:50- Wales will win tonight.
0:23:50 > 0:23:52- Good luck to Wales tonight!
0:23:52 > 0:23:54- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:23:54 > 0:23:55- Thank you, Llinos.
0:23:55 > 0:23:59- I don't know about you but my nerves - will be in pieces by 8.00pm!
0:23:59 > 0:24:03- Good luck to the lads in Toulouse - and we hope to celebrate later.
0:24:03 > 0:24:05- Heno returns tomorrow at 7.00pm.
0:24:05 > 0:24:09- We close with some Welsh fans - having fun in Toulouse last night.
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- Good luck to Wales and - goodnight from us all in Llanelli.
0:24:12 > 0:24:15- # Gwlad, gwlad
0:24:15 > 0:24:19- # Pleidiol wyf i'm gwlad
0:24:19 > 0:24:23- # Tra mor yn fur
0:24:23 > 0:24:28- # I'r bur hoff bau
0:24:28 > 0:24:40- # O bydded i'r hen iaith barhau #
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