Bring out the map and sat nav for this one as I'll be taking a tour throughout England to share my top five favourite cities. This list will explore historical stories, cultural significance and beautiful sites from each location together with some Russell recommendations as we go. So join me on my ascent as I determine which English city needs to be booked up and visited at your earliest convenience.

It's time to reveal your greatest talent on the In Ascending Order podcast as I look back at shock auditions, surprise eliminations and eventual winners of some of the greatest talent shows on television. With a remit covering music, comedy, food, dance and more I will be sharing my thoughts on the art of the perfect talent contest and discussing which shows I have lapped up time and time again as we witness unassuming unknowns become global megastars. So join me on my ascent as I crown the ultimate talent show victor.

We are having a ball on the In Ascending Order podcast as I reflect on and rank my top five favourite footballers of all time. In this episode I'll discuss and praise some of the best to ever lace up a pair of boots and cross the white line, ranging from incredible club careers to iconic national team moments that are etched long in the memory. So join me on my ascent to determine which footballer scoops the top prize.