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0:00:17 > 0:00:23- Hello and welcome to the - Caru'r Cymoedd Week on Heno and S4C.
0:00:23 > 0:00:31- We're here in Merthyr Tydfil to - launch the new series, Cymoedd Roy.
0:00:31 > 0:00:34- Thank you, Rhodri.
0:00:34 > 0:00:38- I have two studio guests in Llanelli - this evening.
0:00:38 > 0:00:44- The actress, Helen Rosser Davies - is returning to Pobol y Cwm.
0:00:44 > 0:00:49- The film, The Danish Girl - has received a lot of attention.
0:00:49 > 0:00:53- It stars Eddie Redmayne, - who plays a transgender character.
0:00:54 > 0:00:58- Tonight, Rhona Rees - chats about her own experiences.
0:00:58 > 0:01:01- Welcome to you both.
0:01:01 > 0:01:06- Our cameras have also been to - the debut of an event in Tregaron.
0:01:07 > 0:01:10- On tonight's programme...
0:01:10 > 0:01:18- ..we'll have the Campau Caron - fun run and a 10k race.
0:01:19 > 0:01:25- Rhodri Gomer was there - with his trainers.
0:01:25 > 0:01:29- We start the programme in - Merthyr Tydfil with Rhodri Davies.
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- Good evening, Rhodri.
0:01:32 > 0:01:38- Welcome back to - the Old Town Hall in Merthyr.
0:01:38 > 0:01:42- Locals refer to it as Ty Coch.
0:01:42 > 0:01:46- Cymoedd Roy is a new series that - is set to start on S4C on Sunday.
0:01:46 > 0:01:51- Before we chat to the man himself, - let's see a clip of the programme.
0:01:57 > 0:02:03- At the foot of the valley, stands - the Guardian mining memorial...
0:02:03 > 0:02:08- ..in the village of Six Bells - near Abertillery.
0:02:12 > 0:02:16- At over 20-metres-tall, - the memorial was commissioned...
0:02:16 > 0:02:20- ..to commemorate - the Six Bells disaster in June 1960.
0:02:21 > 0:02:24- Forty-five miners were killed.
0:02:25 > 0:02:29- It's striking and stands on - the site of the old colliery.
0:02:29 > 0:02:35- The tallest mining memorial in Wales - is a reminder of the tragedy.
0:02:48 > 0:02:51- It all sounds very interesting.
0:02:51 > 0:02:55- In addition to Roy, there are - other contributors in the series.
0:02:55 > 0:03:00- Nushin Chavoshi Nejad is among them - and is a native of Iran.
0:03:00 > 0:03:05- I'm Nushin - and I'm originally from Iran.
0:03:05 > 0:03:12- I was born in Tehran and at the age - of ten we emigrated to Britain.
0:03:12 > 0:03:22- I was raised in Cambridge - and studied French and Spanish.
0:03:23 > 0:03:30- You've settled in Wales - and teach Welsh to others.
0:03:30 > 0:03:35- Yes, I arrived in Wales - over 25 years ago.
0:03:35 > 0:03:43- I was eager to learn the language - and I did it at a pub in Hirwaun.
0:03:43 > 0:03:49- Following five years - of evening classes...
0:03:49 > 0:03:54- ..I taught languages through the - medium of Welsh at Ysgol Rhyfelen.
0:03:55 > 0:04:02- I also teach Welsh and Spanish - to adults via the Welsh-language.
0:04:02 > 0:04:05- You speak perfect Welsh.
0:04:05 > 0:04:06- Thanks for the chat.
0:04:07 > 0:04:11- Let's hear more about the series - from our next gentleman.
0:04:11 > 0:04:16- Nushin's story must be one of - the highlights in the series.
0:04:16 > 0:04:19- There are several characters - that prove...
0:04:19 > 0:04:23- ..that some people's perceptions - of the Valleys aren't true.
0:04:23 > 0:04:27- Sara Evans is young lady and - a councillor at Ton Pentre.
0:04:28 > 0:04:32- She studied at Oxford - but has returned to the Valleys.
0:04:32 > 0:04:37- Sara Roberts - also runs a successful PR company.
0:04:37 > 0:04:40- We also have Liz Shankland - who is an expert on pigs!
0:04:40 > 0:04:45- You must feel at home - in the Valleys.
0:04:45 > 0:04:52- I wanted to do this series - and it's been an honour to film.
0:04:52 > 0:04:58- Some people have the wrong - perception of the Valleys.
0:04:58 > 0:05:03- You also film the series - on the back of a trike.
0:05:03 > 0:05:07- They wanted me to do it on a bus but - I travelled the Valleys on a trike.
0:05:08 > 0:05:11- Tell us when it goes to air.
0:05:11 > 0:05:15- Catch up every Sunday at 7.30pm - and the first one starts this week.
0:05:15 > 0:05:19- Here's another preview - of the series.
0:05:19 > 0:05:22- What countries do they travel to?
0:05:22 > 0:05:24- What countries do they travel to?- - Everywhere.
0:05:24 > 0:05:29- They're sent to Australia, - the United States and Spain.
0:05:29 > 0:05:31- Wherever. Russia.
0:05:31 > 0:05:32- And back and forth to London.
0:05:32 > 0:05:34- And back and forth to London.- - Yes.
0:05:34 > 0:05:38- We arrive and might have received - an email from Sarasota...
0:05:38 > 0:05:42- ..requesting a set - for an Alice In Wonderland ballet.
0:05:42 > 0:05:48- It's removed from storage, cleaned, - assembled and packed into boxes.
0:05:48 > 0:05:53- We send it to the performances - in Sarasota, Madrid or France...
0:05:53 > 0:05:56- ..or anywhere else.
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- Nobody's listening, so can you - tell me if you get cheap tickets?
0:06:01 > 0:06:06- Yes, they're free. Sshh!
0:06:07 > 0:06:13- Thank you, Rhodri.
0:06:14 > 0:06:16- We look forward to the new series.
0:06:17 > 0:06:21- The actress, Helen Rosser Davies - is my studio guest this evening.
0:06:21 > 0:06:25- Helen has returned to our screen - as Sara in Pobol y Cwm.
0:06:25 > 0:06:34- Your time has come to return - to Cwmderi after seven years away.
0:06:34 > 0:06:44- She left Cwmderi on a plane.
0:06:46 > 0:06:52- Dai and Diane put her on a plane - to escape Gary Monk.
0:06:52 > 0:06:58- I went to Australia to meet Jason.
0:06:58 > 0:07:08- They've been there for seven years.
0:07:09 > 0:07:17- On Christmas eve, - they returned to Cwmderi.
0:07:17 > 0:07:23- They have been married - for twelve years.
0:07:24 > 0:07:33- I work well with the character, - Jason.
0:07:33 > 0:07:37- We've returned to Cwmderi - to establish a business.
0:07:37 > 0:07:46- It's called Awyr Iach.
0:07:46 > 0:07:54- The business opens this week - with the help of a celeb.
0:07:54 > 0:08:04- Make sure you watch to see - who it is.
0:08:05 > 0:08:09- Seven years is a long time - to be away from the screen.
0:08:09 > 0:08:16- What was it like to return?
0:08:16 > 0:08:25- I was worried about being away - for so long.
0:08:26 > 0:08:35- However, it's been great to work - with the cast and crew.
0:08:35 > 0:08:45- It's been quite a successful return - to the soap.
0:08:48 > 0:08:55- Since being away, I've started - a family and have two sons.
0:08:56 > 0:09:04- I've also retrained to be a teacher - and moved house.
0:09:04 > 0:09:09- However, it's great to return - to Pobol y Cwm.
0:09:10 > 0:09:13- Sara is just as cheeky as ever.
0:09:13 > 0:09:16- Thank you, Helen.
0:09:16 > 0:09:21- The Pontio centre in Bangor - has already opened its doors.
0:09:21 > 0:09:27- Next month, the Bryn Terfel theatre - stages its first big production.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31- ..bring T Rowland Hughes' novel - to life.
0:09:31 > 0:09:35- It's the story of The Great Strike - at the Penrhyn Quarry.
0:09:35 > 0:09:39- We sent our cameras - to the rehearsals this morning.
0:09:43 > 0:09:47- This is a Gareth Miles' adaptation - of a novel by T Rowland Hughes.
0:09:48 > 0:09:52- Chwalfa tells the story of The - Great Strike at Penrhyn Quarry...
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- ..between 1900 and 1903.
0:09:56 > 0:10:00- T Rowland Hughes - views The Great Strike...
0:10:00 > 0:10:05- ..through the eyes - of Edward Ifans' family.
0:10:05 > 0:10:10- Edward Ifans is head of the family - and leads the strike.
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- We follow the strike - through the eyes of this family.
0:10:19 > 0:10:24- The story of the strike - certainly hits home.
0:10:25 > 0:10:30- A 9Bach album refers to the strike.
0:10:30 > 0:10:35- It's something innate - and I'm passionate about.
0:10:36 > 0:10:40- As a native of Bethesda, - I'm delighted to be part of this.
0:10:40 > 0:10:44- I play the role of Kate - and other various roles...
0:10:44 > 0:10:47- ..but Kate - is the most complex character.
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- The women were central - and had to be very strong.
0:10:52 > 0:10:58- I look forward to getting to grips - with the mighty males of Bethesda.
0:10:58 > 0:11:04- There are twelve cast members - and they all play numerous roles.
0:11:04 > 0:11:09- But there are 60 locals - who are part of the cast.
0:11:09 > 0:11:16- It's great to combine - professionals with local talent.
0:11:16 > 0:11:22- Tickets are selling fast - and some evenings are a sell-out.
0:11:23 > 0:11:27- Book your tickets now - to avoid disappointment.
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- Get a move on!
0:11:36 > 0:11:39- Tickets for the production - are on sale now.
0:11:39 > 0:11:45- Next week, Gwasg Gomer releases a - new edition of the novel, Chwalfa.
0:11:45 > 0:11:50- A ray of sunshine brightened - our damp and miserable January...
0:11:50 > 0:11:55- ..in the form of a photograph from - Eirian and Liz Jones' quintuplets.
0:11:55 > 0:12:03- It's the lambing season which means - that spring is around the corner.
0:12:03 > 0:12:09- After the break, Rhona Rees - chats about the positive effect...
0:12:10 > 0:12:16- ..of the film, The Danish Girl - on the transgender community.
0:12:16 > 0:12:22- I've finished stretching - ahead of the 10k Cors Caron race.
0:12:22 > 0:12:24- Don't go too far.
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0:12:37 > 0:12:40- Welcome back to Heno.
0:12:40 > 0:12:44- The Danish Girl tells the story - of the artist, Einar Wegener...
0:12:44 > 0:12:47- ..one of the first to have undergone - gender reassignment surgery.
0:12:48 > 0:12:51- The film highlights the issues of - many in the transgender community.
0:12:52 > 0:12:53- I'm now joined by Rhona Rees...
0:12:54 > 0:12:57- ..who is waiting - for gender reassignment surgery.
0:12:57 > 0:12:59- Welcome to the programme, Rhona.
0:12:59 > 0:13:07- Thank you.
0:13:08 > 0:13:17- You were born as Raymond.
0:13:17 > 0:13:25- When did you realise that you were - in the wrong body?
0:13:25 > 0:13:33- I didn't know what was wrong.
0:13:34 > 0:13:40- I played with the girls - and not the boys.
0:13:41 > 0:13:51- I didn't want to wear trousers - to school.
0:13:51 > 0:13:56- I knew something was wrong - but I didn't know what it was.
0:13:56 > 0:14:06- Times have changed since then.
0:14:06 > 0:14:16- Can you identify - with The Danish Girl?
0:14:16 > 0:14:26- The way the film was made - is fantastic.
0:14:26 > 0:14:30- We can all identify - with the emotions in the film.
0:14:31 > 0:14:40- I cried during the film.
0:14:41 > 0:14:50- I'm sure it's great to see a film - about gender identity.
0:14:50 > 0:15:00- Everyone who watches the film - will understand what we're doing.
0:15:00 > 0:15:07- The director wanted to use more - transgender actors in films.
0:15:07 > 0:15:17- That would be fantastic to see.
0:15:17 > 0:15:27- However, there aren't enough - transgender actors at the moment.
0:15:34 > 0:15:39- You're waiting for gender - reassignment treatment.
0:15:40 > 0:15:50- I lived in London before.
0:15:52 > 0:16:02- I was worried that somebody - spotted me dressed as a woman.
0:16:06 > 0:16:11- However, I would meet with other - people of my kind on occasions.
0:16:11 > 0:16:21- You've returned to this area.
0:16:22 > 0:16:29- How do people feel - about your transformation?
0:16:30 > 0:16:34- Most of the locals in my area - are related to me!
0:16:34 > 0:16:43- They've accepted me as I am.
0:16:43 > 0:16:47- There's a helpline on the screen - if you want to get in touch.
0:16:47 > 0:16:53- Thank you, Rhona.
0:16:53 > 0:17:01- I look forward to seeing the film.
0:17:01 > 0:17:04- I'll be going to see it again.
0:17:04 > 0:17:09- Last week, we were excited to reveal - the Oscar nomination...
0:17:09 > 0:17:12- ..for the Cardiff make-up artist, - Sian Grigg...
0:17:13 > 0:17:17- ..for the film, The Revenant - starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
0:17:17 > 0:17:20- She made room in her busy diary - to chat with Llinos.
0:17:20 > 0:17:24- Sian, congratulations - on your Oscar nomination.
0:17:24 > 0:17:28- Where were you when you found out - and how did you react?
0:17:28 > 0:17:32- I was at home and my husband - switched on the television.
0:17:33 > 0:17:38- I couldn't believe it. - I was in complete shock.
0:17:38 > 0:17:43- I didn't expect it as I knew - seven films had been nominated.
0:17:44 > 0:17:50- They were all brilliant and I didn't - think The Revenant would go through.
0:17:50 > 0:17:55- How do you feel now and are you - looking forward to the ceremony?
0:17:55 > 0:18:01- I'm looking forward to it - but I'm definitely nervous.
0:18:01 > 0:18:06- I'm usually behind the camera, - not in front of it.
0:18:09 > 0:18:12- You can see the full interview - on Heno...
0:18:12 > 0:18:16- ..closer to the Oscars ceremony - in February.
0:18:16 > 0:18:20- Congratulations to - Kimberley Anwen Warner from Conwy...
0:18:20 > 0:18:24- ..who is nominated in the best - documentary short film category...
0:18:25 > 0:18:29- ..for Claude Lanzmann - - Spectres of the Shoah.
0:18:29 > 0:18:32- This year's ceremony is sure to be - an important night for the Welsh.
0:18:33 > 0:18:34- Good luck to them both.
0:18:34 > 0:18:39- The new year also saw the start - for a new business in Tregaron.
0:18:39 > 0:18:43- Campau Caron organizes - all kinds of races in the area.
0:18:43 > 0:18:48- Their first race was a 10K along - the Caron Nature Reserve on Sunday.
0:18:48 > 0:18:51- Rhodri Gomer donned his trainers - on our behalf.
0:18:58 > 0:19:02- This is the official launch - and Campau Caron's first event.
0:19:02 > 0:19:05- We have a children's race - that will start any second.
0:19:05 > 0:19:09- There's also - a 5k and 10k race for adults.
0:19:10 > 0:19:15- The 5k will run first and will - be followed by the 10k afterwards.
0:19:15 > 0:19:23- Campau Caron was established to - organise outdoor events in the area.
0:19:24 > 0:19:27- How are you feeling - about today's big race?
0:19:27 > 0:19:32- I'm feeling good - and I think I have a good chance.
0:19:32 > 0:19:33- Have you been training hard?
0:19:33 > 0:19:34- Have you been training hard?- - Yes.
0:19:35 > 0:19:36- Where have you been training?
0:19:36 > 0:19:38- Where have you been training?- - At the track in Ty'n Rhyd.
0:19:38 > 0:19:39- Have you been training hard?
0:19:39 > 0:19:41- Have you been training hard?- - No, not really.
0:19:41 > 0:19:42- Where are you from?
0:19:42 > 0:19:44- Where are you from?- - Tregaron.
0:19:44 > 0:19:44- Good luck to you.
0:19:44 > 0:19:46- Good luck to you.- - Thank you.
0:19:51 > 0:19:55- The weather is in our favour - and the course isn't too wet.
0:19:56 > 0:20:02- It's important that young people - help within the community.
0:20:06 > 0:20:10- I've brought my shorts so - is there room for an extra runner?
0:20:10 > 0:20:13- Yes, there's space - and we hope you will enjoy the race.
0:20:13 > 0:20:19- It's fantastic - and I admire the organisers.
0:20:19 > 0:20:23- Lots of people have turned out - for the start of the race.
0:20:23 > 0:20:27- I've returned for the weekend - as I work away in Warwickshire.
0:20:28 > 0:20:31- I'm training for the London Marathon - in April.
0:20:32 > 0:20:35- Therefore, I need to participate - in every race I can.
0:20:36 > 0:20:40- I've finished warming up - for the 10k race.
0:20:40 > 0:20:46- I must admit that this body isn't - designed to run more than 100 yards!
0:20:46 > 0:20:50- The 10k race - will be very interesting.
0:20:52 > 0:20:57- The race was held - along the old railway track...
0:20:57 > 0:21:01- ..that once connected - Carmarthen and Aberystwyth.
0:21:03 > 0:21:08- I'm happy that I finished - in 42 minutes and 22 seconds.
0:21:08 > 0:21:15- Owain, you're the race winner with - a time of 36 minutes and 56 seconds.
0:21:15 > 0:21:18- You must be very pleased.
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- Yes, I'm very happy - because I'm normally a road runner.
0:21:22 > 0:21:26- The conditions were slippery and - difficult so I'm happy with my time.
0:21:26 > 0:21:30- How do you feel about being the - first female to complete the race?
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- I'm very happy - as the race went well.
0:21:32 > 0:21:35- It's great to have a race - on your doorstep.
0:21:35 > 0:21:39- It's a convenient location for me, - just 30 minutes from Aberystwyth.
0:21:39 > 0:21:42- Are you happy with your time?
0:21:42 > 0:21:46- I'm happy to finish under 50 minutes - especially as this is my first race.
0:21:46 > 0:21:50- It was good and I enjoyed myself.
0:21:50 > 0:21:54- It was rather muddy - and we were soaked...
0:21:55 > 0:22:01- ..but I did achieve my personal best - with one hour and four minutes.
0:22:01 > 0:22:06- A host of activities have been - organised for the coming year.
0:22:06 > 0:22:09- This year, we're hosting - several events...
0:22:10 > 0:22:13- ..including a duathlon, sprint - triathlon, sportive and enduro.
0:22:14 > 0:22:17- If anyone wants to know more - about this year's events...
0:22:17 > 0:22:20- ..they can visit www.campaucaron.com
0:22:27 > 0:22:29- Well done, Rhodri - and good luck with your next 10k.
0:22:30 > 0:22:33- The end of January spells the start - of the Six Nations Championship.
0:22:34 > 0:22:37- Wales embark on its campaign in over - two weeks against Ireland in Dublin.
0:22:38 > 0:22:44- At midday, Warren Gatland - announced the 37 squad members.
0:22:44 > 0:22:49- Despite changes due to injuries, - there weren't many big surprises.
0:22:49 > 0:22:55- The only uncapped player is the - Scarlets outside-half, Aled Davies.
0:22:55 > 0:23:01- Forwards coach, Robin McBryde from - Anglesey joins us tomorrow night...
0:23:02 > 0:23:07- ..to tell us more about - the team's aspirations this year.
0:23:07 > 0:23:17- Helen Rosser Davies and Rhona Rees - have been my studio guests tonight.
0:23:20 > 0:23:28- Rhona, thanks for joining us - and good luck with your treatment.
0:23:28 > 0:23:36- Helen, it's been an exciting week - on Pobol y Cwm.
0:23:36 > 0:23:44- Dewi and Mark are in trouble.
0:23:45 > 0:23:51- Perhaps Mark will pay the price - for Ed's mistake.
0:23:51 > 0:23:54- Sara and Jason will be back - on Pobol y Cwm for a while.
0:23:54 > 0:23:56- Thank you for joining me.
0:23:56 > 0:23:59- I'll be back tomorrow night - when we've got this...
0:24:00 > 0:24:03- You could win up to 1,000 - wherever the wheel stops.
0:24:03 > 0:24:05- Go for it.
0:24:05 > 0:24:07- You've won 500.
0:24:07 > 0:24:09- You've won 100, Glesni.
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- You've won 100, Glesni.- - Thank you very much.
0:24:12 > 0:24:14- You've won 50 tonight.
0:24:15 > 0:24:17- It's getting better - and you've won 500.
0:24:17 > 0:24:18- Fancy A Fortune?
0:24:19 > 0:24:21- # Fancy A Fortune? #
0:24:21 > 0:24:24- You could also win 200 - like Meinir did last week.
0:24:24 > 0:24:27- I'll set the all-important - question tomorrow night at 7.00pm.
0:24:28 > 0:24:30- I'm sure Robin McBryde - is ready to spin the wheel.
0:24:31 > 0:24:34- We also continue with our - Caru'r Cymoedd Week in the Valleys.
0:24:34 > 0:24:37- Until tomorrow, it's goodnight - from us all in Llanelli.
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