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Anglotopia Podcast Early Release: Episode 34: How a Sir Christopher Wren Church Ended Up in Missouri as a Churchill Museum



As part of our ongoing series of special podcasts about Winston Churchill in the build-up to the International Churchill Conference in October, this week we interview Timothy Riley, the Sandra L. and Monroe E. Trout Director and Chief Curator of America’s National Churchill Museum. We’ll discuss the history of just how a Sir Christopher Wren church ended up in Fulton, Missouri, and its connections to Winston Churchill. We’ll also talk about the…
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Sunday Post: The Scottish Hotel on the Firth

Members Update

There's not much to report this week; we're holding at 107, but I expect that to change once we can implement our fall membership promotion. Here are some highlights from the member's forum this week:

Anglotopia Podcast Early Release: Driving in the UK: An American’s Survival Guide – Road Signs, Roundabouts, and Rental Car Blunders!


This week on the Anglotopia Podcast, we discuss the unique experiences and challenges faced by American drivers navigating the roads of the UK. We share personal anecdotes, practical tips, and insights into the cultural differences in driving, including the importance of understanding road signs, speed limits, and the etiquette of driving in a foreign country. We also discuss the quirks of roundabouts, the nuances of renting a car, and the significance of…

Sunday Post: Exploring Rousham Hall in Oxfordshire

Editor's Note

The plan for the Friends of the Anglotopia Club was that in addition to the weekly Sunday Post articles, we would also publish one feature article/long read a month. We've been working away to make that happen, and it's taken a little longer than planned. We planned to publish these special articles on the 15 of the month. 

Since this article is already very long, when the 15th coincides with…

Anglotopia Podcast Early Release: Episode 32 - Unraveling the Roosevelt and Churchill 'Nude Bath' Story


As part of our ongoing series about Winston Churchill in the lead-up to the International Churchill Society Conference in London in October, this week we interview author Robert Schmuhl about his new book 'Mr. Churchill in the White House.' The conversation explores the history and relationship between Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War II. Robert Schmuhl, the author of 'Mr. Churchill in the White House' discusses the dynamics between…

Sunday Post: Marking Two Years Since the Queen Left Us

Member Update

Nothing much to report this week, other than that we're now 107 members strong! We're working on something special to get some more members later this month, but current members will benefit. Stay tuned! Don't forget to stop by the Member's Forum this week.

Here are some discussion highlights from the last week:

Anglotopia Podcast Early Release: Episode 31 - Transatlantic Travel Tips


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie discuss tips and tricks for having a great transatlantic travel experience. They cover topics such as the different classes of travel, the importance of timing your flight, and the need for rest on the plane. They also provide advice on how to combat jet lag and make the most of your first day in a new time zone. Other tips include bringing…

Sunday Post: Ham and Cheese Toasties at the Edge of Britain

Member Update


This is just a quick update to let monthly members know they were charged today for September. If your payment failed, you should be notified so that your payment information can be updated. Please do that soon so you don't miss anything! Thank you for your continued support!

The chat forum was down for a day this past week. I'm sorry for the downtime. It broke, and I had to…

No Early Podcast This Week!

Just a quick update to let everyone know there is no early podcast this week. Since it's a long holiday weekend, we'll hold off on releasing this week's scheduled podcast until next week. It'll be worth the wait! Jackie and I are back hosting together, talking about how to have the most comfortable transatlantic flights! There will be a Sunday post as regularly scheduled!

Don't forget to stop by https://anglotopia.chat/ and talk…

Sunday Post: Dreaming of Land Rovers

Member Update

Here are a few highlights from the chat forum this week. If you haven't stopped by, please come along and join the private conversation about all things British!

Dreaming of Land Rovers


Editor's Note: This was originally written a…

Anglotopia Podcast Early Release: Episode 30 - Debunking Churchill Myths: Alcoholism, Depression, and Racism with Justin Reash from the ICS

Episode Summary:


This week, we will talk about Sir Winston Churchill, the myths about him, and the upcoming Churchill conference in London with Justin Reash. Justin is the executive director of the International Churchill Society, and we discuss the work of the society and the upcoming International Churchill Conference. The society aims to keep the memory and legacy of Winston Churchill alive by promoting the values he embodied, such as freedom, democracy…

Sunday Post: The Georgian Flat

Member Update

There's not much to update this week, only to encourage everyone to pop over to Anglotopia.chat and join the conversation about all things British. We have lots of interesting threads going! Check it out here.

The Georgian Flat

I once stayed in an old Georgian terraced flat in the middle of the summer with a sick pregnant woman. It was… an interesting experience. 

The flat in question was located somewhere…
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