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0:00:18 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Thursday Heno, - live from Llanelli.
0:00:22 > 0:00:27- Tonight, we'll be announcing - the name of Wales' new Gelert.
0:00:27 > 0:00:30- I'm joined in the studio by - one of the competition's judges.
0:00:30 > 0:00:33- Sara Manchipp, - welcome to the studio.
0:00:33 > 0:00:38- Are you ready - to announce the winner?
0:00:38 > 0:00:41- Yes, it's been a tough task - to find Wales' new Gelert.
0:00:41 > 0:00:45- The standard is so high.
0:00:46 > 0:00:49- We've chosen our Gelert - and I hope our viewers are pleased.
0:00:49 > 0:00:52- We look forward to hearing - the result later.
0:00:53 > 0:00:56- And if that isn't enough, - we've got an exclusive for you.
0:00:56 > 0:00:59- We'll be joined by a star - from The X Factor.
0:00:59 > 0:01:01- Lloyd Macey!
0:01:02 > 0:01:06- APPLAUSE
0:01:07 > 0:01:09- Here he comes!
0:01:09 > 0:01:12- Welcome Lloyd Macey.
0:01:12 > 0:01:22- Come and sit down.
0:01:22 > 0:01:26- Welcome Lloyd Macey.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- Welcome home, Lloyd.
0:01:29 > 0:01:34- I bet your feet haven't - touched the ground yet.
0:01:35 > 0:01:39- I'm happy to be back in Wales.
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- It's been an incredible experience.
0:01:42 > 0:01:45- Are you a fan, Sara?
0:01:45 > 0:01:47- Yes, of course.
0:01:47 > 0:01:50- I've been following - the programme every week.
0:01:51 > 0:01:54- You're a great ambassador for Wales.
0:01:54 > 0:01:57- It's the final night - of S4C's month of legends.
0:01:57 > 0:02:01- Tonight, we chat to Cian Ciaran - from the Super Furry Animals...
0:02:01 > 0:02:05- ..as he's given a new lease of life - to the old tale of Rhys and Meinir.
0:02:05 > 0:02:07- Elin Fflur is at the - Trawsfynydd Youth Club...
0:02:07 > 0:02:11- ..ahead of their Christmas fair - to raise funds for two charities.
0:02:18 > 0:02:21- On Sunday, - after five incredible weeks...
0:02:21 > 0:02:25- ..Lloyd Macey's X Factor journey - sadly came to an end.
0:02:25 > 0:02:28- However, he exited the programme...
0:02:28 > 0:02:32- ..after an incredible and memorable - rendition of an Elton John classic.
0:02:32 > 0:02:39- # Don't let the sun go down on me
0:02:40 > 0:02:43- # Although I search myself
0:02:43 > 0:02:47- # It's always someone else I see
0:02:47 > 0:02:52- # I'd just allow - a fragment of your life
0:02:52 > 0:02:57- # To wander free
0:02:57 > 0:03:00- # Oh-oh-oh
0:03:00 > 0:03:04- # But losing everything
0:03:04 > 0:03:15- # Is like the sun going down on me #
0:03:16 > 0:03:20- CHEERING
0:03:25 > 0:03:35- What a voice!
0:03:40 > 0:03:44- Looking back at your time - on The X Factor...
0:03:44 > 0:03:47- ..describe your journey.
0:03:48 > 0:03:53- I can't believe what I've learnt.
0:03:53 > 0:03:59- Wales has been - incredibly supportive.
0:03:59 > 0:04:09- You had to keep several secrets.
0:04:09 > 0:04:14- I couldn't tell anyone about - the audition and the live shows.
0:04:15 > 0:04:22- I could only tell my mother - and grandmother.
0:04:22 > 0:04:26- However, I was happy - when I could tell everyone.
0:04:27 > 0:04:35- I had an incredible five weeks - on the live shows.
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- Your life has changed so much.
0:04:39 > 0:04:49- I've been having facials and - massages in the past five weeks.
0:04:49 > 0:04:55- I've been taught how to sing - and to think of the words.
0:04:55 > 0:04:58- I enjoyed - the George Michael week.
0:04:58 > 0:05:02- I brought Sharon Osbourne to tears.
0:05:02 > 0:05:06- You've had incredible support - during your X Factor journey.
0:05:06 > 0:05:11- I watched every week.
0:05:12 > 0:05:16- I felt patriotic when watching.
0:05:16 > 0:05:25- I shouted in your support - at the television.
0:05:25 > 0:05:29- I had lots of Facebook - and Twitter messages.
0:05:29 > 0:05:37- I'm so grateful to everyone.
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- I wouldn't have got this far - without your support.
0:05:40 > 0:05:44- Let's hear from some of your friends - and look at your X Factor highlights
0:05:45 > 0:05:47- # I can be your hero
0:05:47 > 0:05:50- # And I can kiss away the pain #
0:05:50 > 0:05:54- I can believe that he's done it.
0:05:54 > 0:05:57- It feels strange to recognize - such a talent on the screen.
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- I've watched him on The X Factor - every Saturday and he's incredible.
0:06:01 > 0:06:03- Where are you from, Lloyd?
0:06:03 > 0:06:05- I'm from the Rhondda - in the Valleys in South Wales.
0:06:06 > 0:06:08- What's your lovely Nan's name?
0:06:08 > 0:06:09- What's your lovely Nan's name?- - Christine or Nanny Chris.
0:06:09 > 0:06:11- What's so special about Lloyd?
0:06:11 > 0:06:14- He's fantastic, - just wait until you hear him.
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- Even in Year 7, Lloyd he's always - been at the front of the stage.
0:06:18 > 0:06:22- Lloyd always works hard and - this experience hasn't changed him.
0:06:22 > 0:06:24- Lloyd is Lloyd.
0:06:24 > 0:06:27- # What is it about her?
0:06:27 > 0:06:31- # The force that attracts me #
0:06:32 > 0:06:35- I started teaching Lloyd - two years ago.
0:06:35 > 0:06:38- Back then, he was a shy little boy.
0:06:38 > 0:06:40- # Freeze the blood #
0:06:40 > 0:06:48- During one lesson, he revealed that - he had auditioned for The X Factor.
0:06:48 > 0:06:50- # Can I lay by your side
0:06:51 > 0:06:54- # Next to you #
0:06:54 > 0:07:01- After his first audition, he was - clearly excited and very eager.
0:07:01 > 0:07:07- He was a fantastic ambassador - for the course whilst a student...
0:07:07 > 0:07:11- ..and he's certainly been - an ambassador whilst on the show.
0:07:11 > 0:07:14- # And I wanted to say
0:07:14 > 0:07:19- Lloyd will never change - as he's a lovely boy.
0:07:19 > 0:07:23- I'm getting very emotional.
0:07:23 > 0:07:30- There's no doubt that Lloyd has - a very bright future ahead of him.
0:07:30 > 0:07:33- He's a lovely boy.
0:07:33 > 0:07:39- He's a lovely boy.- - He's following his grandad.
0:07:39 > 0:07:42- Are you the proudest Dad in Wales?
0:07:42 > 0:07:46- It's official - as the Wales on Sunday say I am.
0:07:47 > 0:07:50- I think I probably am, to be honest.
0:07:50 > 0:07:58- # Is like the sun going down on me #
0:08:12 > 0:08:22- It's been a pleasure meeting - your friends and family.
0:08:24 > 0:08:28- I got Buddug, your father - and you to cry on camera.
0:08:28 > 0:08:33- That was very emotional.
0:08:33 > 0:08:41- I can only now process - what's happened.
0:08:41 > 0:08:46- It's been a great five weeks.
0:08:46 > 0:08:53- I'm so grateful to anyone.
0:08:53 > 0:08:59- Without your support, - I wouldn't be sat here.
0:09:00 > 0:09:06- Nanny Chris is now famous.
0:09:06 > 0:09:16- My grandmother said yesterday - that she's recognized everywhere.
0:09:17 > 0:09:21- On Friday, she wasn't spotted - so she told everyone who she was!
0:09:22 > 0:09:32- It's been an incredible journey.
0:09:41 > 0:09:46- You thanked and hugged everyone - when you didn't reach the final.
0:09:46 > 0:09:52- My family won't let me change.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- It would've been nice - to reach the final.
0:09:56 > 0:10:00- However, it's unbelievable - that I got as far as I did.
0:10:00 > 0:10:03- I enjoyed being in - The X Factor house.
0:10:03 > 0:10:09- I hope that the future - will be bright for me.
0:10:09 > 0:10:10- Thank you, Lloyd.
0:10:11 > 0:10:15- On Sunday, Trawsfynydd's Youth Club - will host a special Christmas fair.
0:10:15 > 0:10:18- They're raising money - for two very special charities.
0:10:18 > 0:10:21- Josh's Tree House Project is a - charity in memory of a Harlech boy.
0:10:22 > 0:10:24- He sadly took is own life, - aged just 18.
0:10:25 > 0:10:27- They're also raising money - for Diabetes UK...
0:10:28 > 0:10:31- ..which is very important - to one of the club members.
0:10:38 > 0:10:47- We've chosen to support - Josh's Tree House Project.
0:10:47 > 0:10:50- We know Josh's parents and - his sister who formed the charity.
0:10:51 > 0:10:55- We've all been affected by suicide.
0:10:56 > 0:11:00- We're also supporting Diabetes UK - as Osian suffers from diabetes.
0:11:00 > 0:11:04- He was diagnosed a few years ago and - he's had to deal with the illness.
0:11:04 > 0:11:09- Our little family within the club - helped him cope with the diagnosis.
0:11:10 > 0:11:15- We're supporting Diabetes UK - as I was diagnosed to years ago.
0:11:15 > 0:11:19- I was a member of the club...
0:11:19 > 0:11:24- ..and our leader, Einir - had been urging me to visit my GP.
0:11:24 > 0:11:30- When I did finally go, - they sent me straight to hospital.
0:11:31 > 0:11:36- Einir, you're all busy creating - decorations for the Christmas fair.
0:11:36 > 0:11:39- Yes, we've been very busy - for the past few weeks.
0:11:39 > 0:11:44- I've heard you're quite the doctor - as you helped Osian get a diagnosis.
0:11:44 > 0:11:47- I'm not sure if I'm a doctor!
0:11:47 > 0:11:53- We all try to learn from Osian - about his medication kit.
0:11:53 > 0:11:58- As his friends, we make sure - that we know how to inject him...
0:11:58 > 0:12:05- ..just in case he does get ill.
0:12:05 > 0:12:09- Is Einir a good doctor, Osian?
0:12:09 > 0:12:14- She's a bit tough - but she's always there for me.
0:12:18 > 0:12:24- It's a great opportunity - to socialize with friends.
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- It's somewhere we can share problems - as we're like one big family.
0:12:28 > 0:12:33- We're looking forward - to the Christmas fair on Sunday.
0:12:36 > 0:12:41- We've booked stallholders, caterers - and we'll decorate the hall...
0:12:41 > 0:12:46- ..as we want to create - a Christmassy feel for the fair.
0:12:46 > 0:12:49- When I attend the club, I can relax.
0:12:49 > 0:12:53- Getting the diagnosis was tough - and it's been life-changing.
0:12:54 > 0:13:00- Therefore, we thought it would be - good to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
0:13:00 > 0:13:05- We want to find a cure for me - and everyone else with diabetes.
0:13:10 > 0:13:15- Don't forget to visit - and support their Christmas fair.
0:13:16 > 0:13:21- It takes place on Sunday at midday - at the hall in Trawsfynydd.
0:13:21 > 0:13:25- Father Christmas will attend - the fair between 1.00pm and 3.00pm.
0:13:25 > 0:13:29- After the break, we'll mark the end - of S4C's month of legends...
0:13:29 > 0:13:32- ..by chatting to Cian Ciaran - from the Super Furries...
0:13:32 > 0:13:35- ..about his reincarnation - of the Rhys and Meinir legend.
0:13:36 > 0:13:37- The judges have been deliberating...
0:13:38 > 0:13:43- ..and have finally decided on the - winner of our Gelert competition.
0:13:43 > 0:13:49- Join me after the break - when we'll reveal the winner.
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0:14:02 > 0:14:05- Welcome back.
0:14:06 > 0:14:10- Tonight's studio guests - are Sara Manchipp and Lloyd Macey.
0:14:10 > 0:14:13- November has been - the month of legends here on S4C.
0:14:13 > 0:14:16- We've been celebrating by looking - for Wales' modern-day Gelert.
0:14:17 > 0:14:20- We've received hundreds of stories - and photographs of your dogs.
0:14:20 > 0:14:29- In a few minutes, we'll reveal - the winner of the competition.
0:14:29 > 0:14:35- First, I'd like to chat - Sara, it was a difficult decision.
0:14:36 > 0:14:39- It was difficult to choose a winner.
0:14:39 > 0:14:43- The quality of competition - was very high.
0:14:43 > 0:14:47- However, we had to choose one.
0:14:47 > 0:14:50- I can't wait to reveal the winner.
0:14:50 > 0:14:54- Our cameras were there - to listen to your deliberations.
0:14:54 > 0:14:57- We've come together - to decide on a winner.
0:14:57 > 0:15:01- Ten dogs have reached the shortlist - and they all have a great story.
0:15:01 > 0:15:04- I'm hope that we'll all agree on - a winner of the Gelert competition.
0:15:05 > 0:15:08- I don't want to choose between them - as I'd like them all to win.
0:15:08 > 0:15:11- We're going in to decide - on the new Gelert of 2017.
0:15:11 > 0:15:15- Are you ready?
0:15:17 > 0:15:22- I'm looking for a dog with a close - relationship with their owner.
0:15:22 > 0:15:31- I'm not looking for the cutest dog - as they're all cute.
0:15:31 > 0:15:34- Every dog is unique.
0:15:35 > 0:15:40- Some of them bring a tear to the eye - whilst others raise a smile.
0:15:44 > 0:15:47- There are some heroic dogs - that have saved lives...
0:15:48 > 0:15:55- ..whist others are pop stars - or have enviable wardrobes.
0:15:56 > 0:16:00- A few have saved - the lives of their owners...
0:16:00 > 0:16:07- ..whilst others are the saviours - of their owners on a daily basis.
0:16:07 > 0:16:13- As a vet, it was great to see - a range of different breeds.
0:16:13 > 0:16:18- It was great to hear of a dog that - works outside and lives in the home.
0:16:18 > 0:16:21- There's an interesting balance.
0:16:22 > 0:16:25- She has an incredible story - and she's travelled the world.
0:16:25 > 0:16:28- I haven't even been to Milan!
0:16:29 > 0:16:32- After deliberating, - we've come to an agreement.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- One dog has come out on top...
0:16:36 > 0:16:42- ..after making such a difference - to the life of her owner and family.
0:16:47 > 0:16:50- We've all come - to the same conclusion.
0:16:50 > 0:16:53- Congratulations to the winner.
0:16:55 > 0:17:03- WHO WILL BE THE NEW GELERT OF WALES?
0:17:15 > 0:17:17- It's like The X Factor!
0:17:17 > 0:17:23- We can feel the tension!
0:17:23 > 0:17:26- Sara, who deserves to be named - the new Gelert of Wales...
0:17:26 > 0:17:31- ..and win a year's supply of food - from the Pero dog food company?
0:17:31 > 0:17:36- The winner of this year's Gelert - competition is...
0:17:36 > 0:17:38- ..Olga from Caernarfon.
0:17:39 > 0:17:41- She's Derek's dog.
0:17:41 > 0:17:48- Congratulations to Olga.
0:17:48 > 0:17:51- Why did you choose Olga?
0:17:52 > 0:17:58- The competition was close.
0:17:58 > 0:18:05- However, Olga stood out.
0:18:05 > 0:18:11- Since Derek and his family - got olga...
0:18:11 > 0:18:21- ..the family have seen - a big difference.
0:18:21 > 0:18:28- Olga has inspired him to get out of - the house and helped him with tasks.
0:18:28 > 0:18:34- Olga helps him every day and - they have a fantastic relationship.
0:18:34 > 0:18:44- Olga is Gelert!
0:18:46 > 0:18:49- A dog can change your life.
0:18:49 > 0:18:52- A dog can make such a difference - to a family.
0:18:53 > 0:18:55- This wasn't a competition - to find the cutest dog.
0:18:55 > 0:19:05- It was a contest to find - a life-changing dog.
0:19:06 > 0:19:08- Have you got a dog, Lloyd?
0:19:09 > 0:19:13- My mother has a new puppy - and she's called it Louis.
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- My father doesn't know yet.
0:19:17 > 0:19:19- It's a Jack Russell.
0:19:19 > 0:19:24- It's been a pleasure to judge - the competition.
0:19:25 > 0:19:28- I hope you invite me back next year.
0:19:28 > 0:19:33- We'll meet Olga - on tomorrow's programme.
0:19:33 > 0:19:35- We'll be in Caernarfon.
0:19:35 > 0:19:40- Don't forget you can see all of - our nominated dogs on our Facebook.
0:19:40 > 0:19:42- Thanks to you all for competing.
0:19:42 > 0:19:46- We move on from Gelert to another - legend about Rhys and Meinir.
0:19:46 > 0:19:49- The lovers from Nant Gwrtheyrn - didn't marry due to a tragic event.
0:19:49 > 0:19:52- Last year, Cian Ciaran - from the Super Furry Animals...
0:19:53 > 0:19:56- ..composed a piece of work - based on the legendary tale...
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- ..for the BBC - National Orchestra of Wales.
0:19:59 > 0:20:02- Tonight on S4C, we'll get to see - the fruit's of Cian's labour.
0:20:06 > 0:20:15- It's an hour-long programme - about the story of Rhys and Meinir.
0:20:15 > 0:20:20- They were two lovers - from the Nant Gwrtheyrn area.
0:20:20 > 0:20:24- Seven years ago, I was inspired - to set the story to music.
0:20:28 > 0:20:33- It was a great opportunity - to work with an orchestra...
0:20:33 > 0:20:39- ..and transform an old story - and offer it to a new generation.
0:20:39 > 0:20:45- The film documents the journey...
0:20:45 > 0:20:52- ..of producing last year's - performance at the Hoddinott Hall.
0:20:54 > 0:21:00- What's the connection between you - and Rhys and Meinir's story?
0:21:00 > 0:21:04- I grew up with the story.
0:21:04 > 0:21:11- It's a powerful tale - that makes an impression.
0:21:11 > 0:21:21- The tale isn't dissimilar to - a story from a ballet or opera.
0:21:21 > 0:21:28- The composition just made sense.
0:21:28 > 0:21:33- What response did you get when - the orchestra performed your work?
0:21:33 > 0:21:41- I was happy that it all came to end - as I was very nervous.
0:21:41 > 0:21:47- You don't often get to work - with 90 musicians.
0:21:48 > 0:21:50- It was frightening.
0:21:51 > 0:21:57- I was just glad that it all - went smoothly without a hitch.
0:21:58 > 0:22:03- I felt a sense of relief - after that night's performance.
0:22:03 > 0:22:05- Why should people watch?
0:22:05 > 0:22:07- Why should people watch?- - There's no reason!
0:22:07 > 0:22:12- I'm not very good - at promoting myself.
0:22:12 > 0:22:17- I hope people will enjoy learning - about the location's history...
0:22:17 > 0:22:22- ..and that the story leaves the same - impression on them as it did on me.
0:22:22 > 0:22:27- It's important to pass on our tales - and to keep them alive.
0:22:31 > 0:22:36- Don't forget to watch the programme, - Rhys a Meinir on S4C at 9.30pm.
0:22:36 > 0:22:43- My guests have been the Gelert - competition judge, Sara Manchipp...
0:22:44 > 0:22:50- ..and one of the stars of this - year's X Factor, Lloyd Macey.
0:22:52 > 0:23:01- We've had a lot of fun tonight.
0:23:01 > 0:23:05- What's next for you, Lloyd?
0:23:05 > 0:23:13- I'm celebrating Christmas - and my birthday in December.
0:23:13 > 0:23:16- I'm doing the X Factor tour - next year.
0:23:16 > 0:23:23- I'd love to record an album.
0:23:23 > 0:23:27- Your life must have changed - since The X Factor.
0:23:27 > 0:23:30- I've been home since Monday.
0:23:30 > 0:23:33- Every time I go out, I get spotted.
0:23:33 > 0:23:36- However, I will never change.
0:23:36 > 0:23:44- I look forward to seeing - what's in the future for me.
0:23:44 > 0:23:48- Your going back to London tomorrow.
0:23:48 > 0:23:52- I'll return to watch - the live programme tomorrow.
0:23:52 > 0:23:54- Who will win?
0:23:55 > 0:24:00- I'm not sure who will win.
0:24:00 > 0:24:02- I also have an exam - just before Christmas.
0:24:03 > 0:24:10- I'm not looking forward to it.
0:24:11 > 0:24:14- Thanks for judging and for - being an ambassador for Wales.
0:24:14 > 0:24:18- I'd like to end by congratulating - the winner of our competition...
0:24:18 > 0:24:22- ..to win a pair of tickets to the - game between Wales and South Africa.
0:24:22 > 0:24:24- Congratulations to Lois Clwyd Huws.
0:24:24 > 0:24:25- Enjoy the game.
0:24:26 > 0:24:27- I'd like to end the programme...
0:24:28 > 0:24:31- ..by congratulating the winner - of our Gelert Competition...
0:24:31 > 0:24:32- ..and her owner, Derek.
0:24:33 > 0:24:36- I'm sure that you'll be - celebrating in Caernarfon tonight.
0:24:36 > 0:24:37- Until tomorrow, goodbye.
0:24:38 > 0:24:40- .