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In this April update, Mark Nolan from N332 looks ahead to a busy period on Spain’s roads, following increased Easter traffic and the approach of the summer season.

This episode covers key topics featured throughout the month, including spring driving hazards such as wildlife, changing road conditions, reduced visibility, and the impact of pollen and medication.

A major focus is the Europe-wide speed awareness campaign, explaining why speed is not just about limits, but about time, reaction, and human capability.

Also included are insights into driver behaviour, journey planning, fatigue on familiar routes, and how all road users can better coexist during busy periods.

Listen now on n332.es or your preferred podcast platform.

With a massive 24-hour European road safety marathon launching this Friday, Riley unpacks the raw reality of driving under the influence.

Moving past the standard warnings, this episode breaks down the silent peer pressure that dictates a night out and explores the terrifying cognitive delusions behind both alcohol and drug-driving.

Why does mixing substances multiply your crash risk by 30 times? And why does warning other drivers about police checkpoints make you complicit in a potential tragedy?

No filter, no lectures—just the hard facts on why the only safe limit is zero.

Hit play, protect everyone, and let’s clear the wreckage off our roads.

Hey everyone, Riley here! In this update, I am breaking down what you need to know for travel across Spain as the summer coastal exodus officially kicks off this weekend.

We are looking at significant flight delays impacting UK-Spain routes on Saturday, June 13th, thanks to taxiway maintenance and the King's Birthday Fly Past at London Heathrow, alongside busy airspace restrictions over Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca.

On the roads, the DGT is forecasting heavy traffic waves out of Madrid and along the Mediterranean corridor—with extra congestion around Barcelona for the Formula 1.

I also cover the June weekend police focus on motorbikes, and a late-day thunderstorm risk for drivers in northwestern Spain.

Plus, an essential reminder on why you must use your V-16 emergency beacon instead of warning triangles if you break down!

Before you load up the car or head to the airport, get the full lowdown to keep your journey smooth.

To find more detailed road safety advice and traffic updates, head over to N332.es. And for more updates, music, and projects from me, come say hi at RileyVia.com. Safe travels!

Torrevieja Natural Pools Reopen & Major €2.2M Almoradí School Overhaul | Torrevieja Evening News Round-Up

Stay up to date with the latest local news for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province with Riley. In today's bulletin:

• Good News for Bathing: The popular natural pools at Paseo Juan Aparicio in Torrevieja have fully reopened after water quality parameters returned to safe, normal levels.

• Education Upgrades: Almoradí officially inaugurates a major €2.2 million renovation of its oldest school, CEIP Canales y Martínez, bringing full air conditioning and modern accessibility to 715 pupils.

• Eco-Measures: Orihuela reinforces preventative mosquito treatments along the Segura River during scheduled weir maintenance.

• Crime & Investigations: Authorities smash a massive counterfeit football kit ring targeting official Spanish kits ahead of the World Cup, plus a major copper theft hits Murcia Regional Airport.

For more details on these stories and your latest local updates, visit ThisIsTorrevieja.com. Don't forget to follow and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or wherever you listen!

#Torrevieja #Almoradi #Orihuela #AlicanteNews #CostaBlanca #TorreviejaNews

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Expat Lifestyle Podcast, hosted by Moira Carmenate and featuring Mark Nolan.

In this powerful and often emotional discussion, Moira and Mark tackle a subject affecting thousands of people across Spain and beyond: fraud, scams, and the exploitation of vulnerable people.

From fake carers and financial deception to emotional “shock call” scams and online manipulation, this episode explores the many ways fraudsters operate — and why anyone can become a target. The conversation looks particularly at the risks faced by older expats, isolated individuals, and families trying to navigate life in another country.

Together, they discuss:

• The rise of fraudulent care providers
• Emotional manipulation scams targeting parents and older people
• Online deception and fake business credibility
• Why people often feel embarrassed to report fraud
• The psychology scammers exploit
• The importance of due diligence and trust
• Practical warning signs and red flags to look out for

This episode is not designed to frighten people — it is designed to empower them.

Fraud today is sophisticated, organised, and often emotionally targeted. Awareness is one of the strongest forms of protection.

This is only the beginning of a much larger conversation, and future episodes will explore different types of scams and protection strategies in greater detail.

Questions, experiences, or topics you would like covered in future episodes can be sent to: podcasts@madblackcat.com

From Spain’s World Cup campaign and the busy summer tourism season to UK by-elections, NATO meetings and the G7 Summit in France, the week ahead is shaped by competition, cooperation and the challenges facing an increasingly connected world. The post The Week Ahead: The Summer of Competition first appeared on Mad Black Cat.

For more updates, visit Mark Nolan’s Podcast!

A proposed reduction in Spain’s drink-driving limit promised a clear message: zero alcohol, zero risk. So why did it fail?

In this episode of Unscripted, Mark Nolan explores the real reason the law did not pass and why the answer is both logical and deeply frustrating. From misconceptions about alcohol limits to the uncomfortable truth about human behaviour, this is not just a discussion about legislation, but about responsibility.

Mark challenges the idea that lowering limits alone changes behaviour, while firmly arguing that it still matters. Education, perception, and personal decision-making sit at the heart of the issue and the consequences of getting it wrong are far greater than many are willing to admit.

This is a candid, thought-provoking reflection on road safety, policy, and the simple truth that often gets ignored:

If you are driving, do not drink. If you drink, do not drive.

Join Mark for a gentle bedtime journey into the world of one of Silvamere’s most fascinating visitors – the hedgehog.

As the sun sets and the forest grows quiet, we’ll discover how hedgehogs explore, where they live, what they eat, and why they are such important members of the natural world.

Featuring calming narration, relaxing music from Sounds from Silvamere Forest, and beautiful wildlife and Silvamere-inspired visuals, this peaceful story is designed to help young listeners slow down, relax, and wonder.

Perfect for quiet time, bedtime, or simply taking a few minutes to enjoy nature.

Goodnight, hedgehog. And goodnight, friends.

#TraffordAndFriends #TalesFromSilvamere #Hedgehog #BedtimeStory #NatureForKids #Wildlife #Relaxation #Silvamere

Hello, friends, it’s me — Trafford!

Summer is nearly here, and that means sunshine, outdoor adventures, and lots of fun. In this episode, I talk about some simple ways to get ready for the warmer weather, including wearing sun cream, drinking plenty of water, looking after pets in the heat, and staying active safely.

I also share some important reminders about keeping cool, taking breaks, and enjoying the sunshine responsibly.

So grab your hat, fill up your water bottle, and join me as we get ready for summer together!

Part of Trafford and Friends and N332 for Kids.