Ciaran Clarke

1 week ago | comedy.co.uk | Ciaran Clarke |Tim Dawson

Dr Ciaran Clarke is an academic, actor, writer and sound designer. Recent credits include Wosson Cornwall and Jordan Brookes On... for BBC Radio 4, as well as work with Miracle Theatre, Wildworks and Kneehigh. He has also collaborated with a number of stand-ups and sketch groups in a range of roles, and co-created the binaural stand-up show, Bleed, with Jordan Brookes in 2018. In 2012 I was performing in a touring production of The Importance of Being Earnest.

1 week ago | oxfordshireguardian.co.uk | Ciaran Clarke

If you think running events are just for super-athletes or club regulars, let me introduce you to parkrun in Oxfordshire, a free, friendly, and surprisingly fun way to move more and meet people while you exercise. Every Saturday morning, people of all ages and abilities gather in parks and open spaces to jog, walk or run 5km. No medals, no pressure, just a community-led movement that’s grown into one of the UK’s most popular ways to get active.

3 weeks ago | oxfordshireguardian.co.uk | Ciaran Clarke

In today’s rapidly evolving retail environment, small business owners across Oxfordshire and the UK face crucial decisions about where, and how, to sell to be profitable. With changing consumer expectations and post-pandemic digital habits and shopping behaviour changing, the online vs in-store shopping debate rages on. Understanding whether to invest more in e-commerce shopping experience or maintain a physical presence is now central to any UK small business retail strategy.

3 weeks ago | oxfordshireguardian.co.uk | Ciaran Clarke

Struggling to drift off at night or waking up groggy after a full night’s kip? You’re not alone. Sleep anxiety is becoming a big issue in 2025, driven by digital dependency and economic stress. It’s affecting millions, especially younger generations, with nearly 40% of Gen Z reporting frequent sleep-related worries. And it’s not just the young who should be concerned, recent studies have highlighted the critical role of sleep in brain health too.

2 months ago | oxfordshireguardian.co.uk | Ciaran Clarke

From four-leaf clovers to horse shoes and rabbit’s feet, humans have always been fascinated by luck. But what if luck isn’t just superstition or chance? Can it actually be influenced by mindset, behaviour, or even preparation? And what does science, particularly from institutions like the University of Oxford, have to say about it? What Is Luck, Scientifically Speaking? In academic terms, luck is often defined as outcomes that are largely beyond our control.