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0:00:18 > 0:00:24- Hello and welcome to Llanelli - for your Wednesday edition of Heno.
0:00:25 > 0:00:31- Believe it or not, but today is - As Young As You Feel Day!
0:00:31 > 0:00:36- I'm sure my guest will understand - as he was 50 yesterday.
0:00:36 > 0:00:40- During his football career...
0:00:40 > 0:00:43- ..he was on the books of - Aston Villa, Newcastle and Norwich.
0:00:43 > 0:00:46- He won 14 caps for his country...
0:00:47 > 0:00:52- ..and one of the most - memorable voices of Euro 2016.
0:00:52 > 0:00:56- It's a very warm welcome and - a happy birthday to Malcolm Allen!
0:00:56 > 0:01:02- Thank you very much.
0:01:11 > 0:01:14- My mind feels younger than my body!
0:01:14 > 0:01:18- We'll chat later in the programme.
0:01:18 > 0:01:23- Were you one of the many who entered - our Mother's Day competition?
0:01:24 > 0:01:28- We'll reveal the name - of the winning mother before 7.30pm.
0:01:29 > 0:01:34- Tonight, Elin is in Towyn to mark - the role of the mother in our world.
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- I'm at the launch of a new book from - Gwasg Y Bwthyn called O! Mam Bach.
0:01:40 > 0:01:45- It features short stories by - a number of different authors.
0:01:45 > 0:01:49- I'll be chatting with some of them - in Towyn tonight.
0:01:49 > 0:01:52- We leave Towyn for Fishguard...
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- ..as Alun Williams congratulates - a local cafe on an European award.
0:02:05 > 0:02:11- First, the phone lines for our - luxury hamper closed this afternoon.
0:02:13 > 0:02:16- Congratulations to Bethan Jones - from Newcastle Emlyn.
0:02:16 > 0:02:21- The hamper will go in the post - to you first thing in the morning.
0:02:21 > 0:02:23- Enjoy your hamper...
0:02:23 > 0:02:29- ..and a happy Mother's Day to you - and every mother who's watching.
0:02:29 > 0:02:32- Don't worry if you didn't win - one of our four hampers...
0:02:32 > 0:02:36- ..because Elin is in Towyn with - a great idea for a special gift.
0:02:36 > 0:02:40- Good evening, Elin.
0:02:41 > 0:02:47- Good evening, Angharad.
0:02:51 > 0:02:55- This is the book that I'll be giving - to my mother on Sunday.
0:02:55 > 0:02:58- O! Mam Bach is published - by Gwasg Y Bwthyn.
0:02:58 > 0:03:03- It features short stories about - mothers by many different authors.
0:03:03 > 0:03:08- I spoke to one of the authors - from this book, Manon Steffan Ros.
0:03:10 > 0:03:15- You're originally from Rhiwlas - but currently live in Towyn.
0:03:15 > 0:03:21- It's easy to see - why you've settled here.
0:03:22 > 0:03:26- It's glorious here - and it's where Mam was born.
0:03:26 > 0:03:32- Nain lives down the road and I've - got aunts and uncles nearby too.
0:03:33 > 0:03:39- I write about the area and did a lot - of research before moving here.
0:03:39 > 0:03:42- I tend to write historic novels...
0:03:43 > 0:03:47- ..so I know about the area's history - as I walk around.
0:03:47 > 0:03:51- I try to incorporate it - into my work.
0:03:51 > 0:03:56- Blasu was one of the novels - that this area inspired.
0:03:56 > 0:04:00- It was named the best fictional book - in the 2013 Welsh Book Of The Year.
0:04:01 > 0:04:03- Her latest children's novel, - Pluen...
0:04:03 > 0:04:07- ..has been shortlisted - for a Tir na n-Og award.
0:04:07 > 0:04:13- I've won a Tir na n-Og award twice - and this is my third nomination.
0:04:14 > 0:04:18- I'm delighted - and it's a wonderful experience.
0:04:19 > 0:04:25- We lost Gareth F this year and he - won a Tir na n-Og award many times.
0:04:25 > 0:04:28- I feel it's an important year.
0:04:28 > 0:04:34- My nominated book, Pluen is very - personal and deals with dementia.
0:04:36 > 0:04:41- I wrote it when Taid - was suffering from dementia.
0:04:41 > 0:04:47- I adapted the experiences - as Taid was on his deathbed.
0:04:50 > 0:04:55- One of my latest pieces - was a short story for O! Mam Bach.
0:04:55 > 0:05:00- It's a collection of short stories - by many authors...
0:05:00 > 0:05:08- ..about being a mother or not being - a mother and mothers in general.
0:05:09 > 0:05:15- There's a cross-section of stories - from the comedic to the intense.
0:05:16 > 0:05:19- It's important on Mother's Day...
0:05:19 > 0:05:24- ..that we discuss all the different - ways that you can be a woman.
0:05:24 > 0:05:30- Tonight, you'll be reading - your story from O! Mam Bach...
0:05:30 > 0:05:35- ..as well as singing.
0:05:35 > 0:05:40- Yes, I'm fine when it comes - to writing, speaking and reading.
0:05:40 > 0:05:45- But I'm a nervous wreck when I have - a guitar and faced with an audience.
0:05:45 > 0:05:53- It terrifies me - but I'm hoping for a kind audience.
0:05:53 > 0:05:57- Nain will be there to applaud - no matter how I sound!
0:06:06 > 0:06:14- Manon Steffan Ros is with me now.
0:06:19 > 0:06:22- You're singing and reading tonight.
0:06:22 > 0:06:26- Yes, I can't wait.
0:06:26 > 0:06:33- Are you feeling any better - about performing tonight?
0:06:33 > 0:06:41- I'm more nervous because - Sian James is here too!
0:06:50 > 0:06:53- Marred Glynn Jones - published one of the stories.
0:06:54 > 0:06:56- I've been very bold...
0:06:56 > 0:07:03- ..and one of my own pieces - features in the book.
0:07:03 > 0:07:10- The book contains a lot - of different stories...
0:07:10 > 0:07:15- ..by 13 authors.
0:07:15 > 0:07:22- Sian James is here too.
0:07:22 > 0:07:27- You have contributed a story.
0:07:28 > 0:07:32- I'm honoured that Marred asked me...
0:07:32 > 0:07:40- ..to be a part of this book.
0:07:45 > 0:07:50- My story is about my mother - who is very funny.
0:07:50 > 0:07:55- I'll never forget buying a fur coat - for Mam whilst in Swansea.
0:07:55 > 0:08:00- It's a great shop.
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- There are a lot of things on sale - here.
0:08:03 > 0:08:09- It has stationary too.
0:08:09 > 0:08:13- Manon Steffan Ros lives locally.
0:08:13 > 0:08:18- Every football match - is an important one.
0:08:18 > 0:08:26- Friday's game between Wales and the - Republic of Ireland is crucial...
0:08:27 > 0:08:33- ..if Chris Coleman and the lads - want to secure their place...
0:08:33 > 0:08:35- ..in the 2018 World Cup.
0:08:36 > 0:08:40- The team has been announced and the - players are home from their clubs.
0:08:40 > 0:08:43- There's new blood in the team.
0:08:43 > 0:08:46- My studio guest - is flying out to Dublin...
0:08:46 > 0:08:53- ..so that he can bring all the - excitement of the match live on S4C.
0:08:53 > 0:09:00- It's the former international - footballer, Malcolm Allen.
0:09:00 > 0:09:02- There's hope for us.
0:09:02 > 0:09:06- I'm so excited about the match.
0:09:06 > 0:09:14- We've played four games - without losing.
0:09:15 > 0:09:23- We have six points but the - Republic of Ireland has ten points.
0:09:29 > 0:09:37- All the players are at the top - of their game.
0:09:37 > 0:09:43- This is footage - of the team training.
0:09:43 > 0:09:45- Yes, the team is busy training.
0:09:45 > 0:09:49- They have always been smiling...
0:09:50 > 0:09:55- ..since Chris Coleman took over.
0:09:55 > 0:09:59- The team isn't used to losing.
0:09:59 > 0:10:03- I think we'll get - a great experience.
0:10:03 > 0:10:10- Many have said that the - Wales v Republic of Ireland...
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- ..is a crucial match - that Wales needs to win...
0:10:13 > 0:10:20- ..if they want to qualify - to play in the 2018 World Cup.
0:10:20 > 0:10:27- The game is live on S4C too.
0:10:27 > 0:10:34- Yes, and we saw the same - with Euro 2016...
0:10:34 > 0:10:42- ..and the broadcasting - of the games of S4C.
0:10:42 > 0:10:50- It's great to see these things - on live television.
0:10:54 > 0:11:02- There are only 3,500 in the stadium.
0:11:03 > 0:11:11- These fans will be able - to support the team...
0:11:11 > 0:11:19- ..but the players will - have support on S4C.
0:11:24 > 0:11:32- Wales could win - on your birthday week.
0:11:32 > 0:11:35- I hope Wales beat - the Republic of Ireland!
0:11:35 > 0:11:43- I did some celebrating last night.
0:11:47 > 0:11:49- You're on the flight with Nic Parry.
0:11:50 > 0:11:52- It's an honour to work with him.
0:11:53 > 0:11:58- We'll put the world to rights!
0:11:58 > 0:12:00- After the break...
0:12:01 > 0:12:05- ..Alun Williams is in Fishguard to - visit one the area's unique cafes.
0:12:05 > 0:12:09- Rhodri Gomer enjoys a BMX ride at a - brand-new biking centre in Cardiff.
0:12:09 > 0:12:12- It's the first and best of its kind - in Britain!
0:12:12 > 0:12:14- See you in a couple of minutes.
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0:12:23 > 0:12:26- Welcome back.
0:12:26 > 0:12:29- It's been a tragic day in London.
0:12:29 > 0:12:32- You can get all the latest news - on Newyddion 9 on S4C.
0:12:33 > 0:12:39- RampWorld in Cardiff is the fruit - of three years' work by two friends.
0:12:39 > 0:12:45- The centre offers sports that are - energetic, fun and different.
0:12:57 > 0:13:02- The heart is racing - and the adrenalin is pumping.
0:13:02 > 0:13:09- Extreme sports enthusiasts - get a massive buzz out of it.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- And nobody more than Ems Davies.
0:13:12 > 0:13:16- You're crazy!
0:13:16 > 0:13:22- This adrenalin junkie guides us - around RampWorld in Llanishen.
0:13:28 > 0:13:35- RampWorld is a charity - that has run for over three years.
0:13:36 > 0:13:41- Jason and Nathan are the founders - and built everything from scratch.
0:13:41 > 0:13:49- The design of the layout is great - and the ramps work well together.
0:13:51 > 0:13:57- It's the best of its kind - in Britain.
0:13:57 > 0:14:00- We're up to nearly - 70,000 visitors a year.
0:14:00 > 0:14:06- There's a huge spread of ages from - three to forty or fifty years old.
0:14:07 > 0:14:11- Jason is the father of the former - world champion from Caerphilly...
0:14:11 > 0:14:13- ..Manon Carpenter.
0:14:14 > 0:14:19- She's also famous for designing - excellent circuits and centres.
0:14:20 > 0:14:27- It's been designed to make it easy - for individuals to learn the sport.
0:14:27 > 0:14:35- You can move on to advance levels - and there's a skateboarding area.
0:14:37 > 0:14:43- Today, I'll take you around - and demonstrate some basic skills.
0:14:43 > 0:14:45- Let's take a spin - to see how you perform.
0:14:46 > 0:14:49- Lead the way!
0:14:59 > 0:15:02- The next part is the street section.
0:15:02 > 0:15:10- It's a replica of a real street - equipped with rails and ramps.
0:15:10 > 0:15:18- It's like being outdoors on the - street without annoying anyone.
0:15:18 > 0:15:22- There's a chance to develop with - your friends and it's also safe.
0:15:22 > 0:15:26- I enjoy on my scooter - because of the adrenalin rush.
0:15:26 > 0:15:31- I like scootering - because it's fantastic.
0:15:31 > 0:15:36- I enjoy scootering with friends.
0:15:36 > 0:15:44- I like scootering since my father is - here and it's nice that he does it.
0:15:49 > 0:15:53- Your next challenging is a fly out.
0:15:53 > 0:15:56- Do you think I'm ready?
0:15:56 > 0:15:59- Do you think I'm ready?- - Let's wait and see!
0:15:59 > 0:16:03- It's a challenge for you to learn - and experience flying with a bike.
0:16:03 > 0:16:08- My challenge will be - to avoid falling off!
0:16:11 > 0:16:14- Keep your feet flat - pedals!
0:16:15 > 0:16:16- Jump!
0:16:16 > 0:16:19- Jump!- - Yeah!
0:16:23 > 0:16:25- That was a great feeling.
0:16:25 > 0:16:30- That was a great feeling.- - Yes, it felt scary!
0:16:32 > 0:16:37- We're like one big family - and everyone is doing tricks.
0:16:38 > 0:16:41- Thanks for your time, Ems.
0:16:41 > 0:16:45- Thanks, but another challenge - awaits you before you leave.
0:16:45 > 0:16:47- I want you to jump into that pit.
0:16:47 > 0:16:49- Are you sure?
0:16:49 > 0:16:51- Are you sure?- - Yes.
0:16:52 > 0:16:54- Let's see.
0:16:54 > 0:16:57- Ah! Whoo!
0:17:12 > 0:17:15- Malcolm Allen said Rhodri - needs practice!
0:17:15 > 0:17:20- The It's My Shout scheme helps - develop skills in TV and film.
0:17:20 > 0:17:23- The scheme produces films for S4C, - BBC Wales and the Welsh government.
0:17:24 > 0:17:29- The opportunities are endless and - it's looking for fresh candidates.
0:17:33 > 0:17:38- It's My Shout is an annual event - for young people of all ages...
0:17:39 > 0:17:45- ..even people as old as me...
0:17:45 > 0:17:49- ..to be part of the film - and television world.
0:17:49 > 0:17:54- They can direct, write, do make-up, - be floor managers and so on.
0:17:54 > 0:18:00- This year, we've put out the request - for scriptwriters and directors.
0:18:01 > 0:18:05- Visit the It's My Shout website - or Facebook page...
0:18:05 > 0:18:11- ..to complete the application form.
0:18:11 > 0:18:15- Last year, - I wanted to broaden my horizons...
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- ..so applied - to direct one of the films.
0:18:19 > 0:18:24- I went through the pitching process - after reading all the scripts.
0:18:24 > 0:18:29- They gave me a film to direct.
0:18:29 > 0:18:35- There was a series of meetings - with professionals and mentors.
0:18:35 > 0:18:38- We chose dates in the summer...
0:18:38 > 0:18:43- ..and made the film in Caernarfon - over a period of three days.
0:18:43 > 0:18:47- It's quite intense and you fly - by the seat of your pants!
0:18:48 > 0:18:54- It won a PICS award which has - enabled me to direct professionally.
0:18:54 > 0:19:00- It's My Shout is an opportunity for - anyone whether you're 18 or 48...
0:19:00 > 0:19:05- ..to broaden your horizons - or do something totally new.
0:19:05 > 0:19:08- That could be directing - or writing scripts.
0:19:08 > 0:19:13- It's been great for me and is - a unique opportunity for the Welsh.
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- I'd encourage anyone - who wants to enter this industry...
0:19:17 > 0:19:21- ..to visit the website - and fill out the application form.
0:19:21 > 0:19:24- Good luck to you!
0:19:25 > 0:19:30- If you're interested in the scheme, - visit the website - itsmyshout.co.uk
0:19:30 > 0:19:34- We're all guilty of wasting food.
0:19:34 > 0:19:38- A charity cafe in Fishguard - makes the most of unwanted food.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- It utilizes food that has just - been disposed by supermarkets.
0:19:43 > 0:19:47- The simple yet pioneering project - has won a special European award.
0:19:50 > 0:19:57- Some of you will recall my visit - to this Fishguard cafe a year ago.
0:19:59 > 0:20:05- Since that time, - a lot of things have changed.
0:20:08 > 0:20:11- They are celebrating success - in the competition...
0:20:11 > 0:20:17- ..as well as its success - as a thriving business in the town.
0:20:17 > 0:20:22- We've just won an European - food waste competition.
0:20:22 > 0:20:27- We impressed with the sustainable - approach we take to using the foods.
0:20:27 > 0:20:33- They said that what we do - could be replicated across Europe.
0:20:33 > 0:20:38- We've welcomed all sorts of people.
0:20:38 > 0:20:44- Some have come from Africa - and even America to see us.
0:20:44 > 0:20:50- They read about us on the website - and felt the need to visit.
0:20:50 > 0:20:58- It's a small place - but is growing in fame.
0:20:58 > 0:21:02- Unfortunately, the cafe faces - the possibility of closure...
0:21:03 > 0:21:07- ..as they are about - to lose the building.
0:21:07 > 0:21:12- It would be very unfortunate because - a lot of people use the place...
0:21:13 > 0:21:20- ..not just customers, but it's - rewarding for the volunteers too.
0:21:20 > 0:21:28- It's a community in itself and - everyone looks after each other.
0:21:29 > 0:21:34- It delivers a very important service - to the community.
0:21:34 > 0:21:40- It isn't just a cafe - but is a hub for the community...
0:21:40 > 0:21:45- ..with about 50 volunteers who work - in the cafe throughout the year.
0:21:45 > 0:21:49- We've got to find a new home - for this cafe.
0:21:50 > 0:21:53- A lot of us - want to keep this place open...
0:21:53 > 0:21:59- ..and have said that we'll do - all we can to keep it open.
0:21:59 > 0:22:03- We've got to find - a building somewhere.
0:22:04 > 0:22:07- I'll keep my fingers crossed and - will let you get on with your work.
0:22:07 > 0:22:10- Yes, I've got hundreds to do!
0:22:10 > 0:22:15- Good luck to you!
0:22:16 > 0:22:21- Fishguard is the only town - in the country with this award...
0:22:21 > 0:22:28- ..and not just Wales and Britain - but the whole of Europe.
0:22:28 > 0:22:33- The whole community - should be proud of it.
0:22:41 > 0:22:46- Congratulations to the cafe.
0:22:46 > 0:22:54- Malcolm Allen has been my guest.
0:22:54 > 0:23:02- What do you think the score will be?
0:23:02 > 0:23:09- The score will be Wales 2 - and the Republic of Ireland 0.
0:23:09 > 0:23:14- I'm very confident about the game.
0:23:14 > 0:23:17- The Republic of Ireland - doesn't have Gareth Bale!
0:23:18 > 0:23:22- He's a fantastic player.
0:23:22 > 0:23:26- He always shines as a player.
0:23:27 > 0:23:31- When will you be going to Dublin?
0:23:31 > 0:23:36- I'm flying to Dublin tomorrow.
0:23:36 > 0:23:43- Let's hope Wales wins.
0:23:43 > 0:23:46- Before we leave you tonight...
0:23:46 > 0:23:50- ..let's return to Elin in Towyn - who has a very special message.
0:23:50 > 0:23:54- I couldn't leave without sending - a message to a very special person.
0:23:54 > 0:23:58- Malcolm Allen is in the studio - with Angharad tonight.
0:23:58 > 0:24:00- He celebrated - his 50th birthday yesterday.
0:24:01 > 0:24:03- # Happy birthday to you
0:24:03 > 0:24:07- # Happy birthday to you
0:24:08 > 0:24:11- # Happy birthday to Malcolm
0:24:11 > 0:24:16- # Happy birthday to you! #
0:24:16 > 0:24:18- Thank you!
0:24:18 > 0:24:23- That's wonderful.
0:24:23 > 0:24:26- Blow out the candles.
0:24:27 > 0:24:35- Happy birthday to you, Malcolm - from us all on Heno.
0:24:40 > 0:24:43- It's goodnight from me - and Malcolm in Llanelli.
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