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Sunday Post: Behind the Scenes of 'Searching for the Heart of England'

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This week, I give a behind-the-scenes look at the editing process for my new book, Searching for the Heart of England.

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Episode 93: 600 Years in One House – Magnus Throckmorton on Coughton Court & Its Extraordinary History

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Publisher's Note: I'm sorry that this is a day late. There was a hiccup with the production of this episode that required some extra time to sort out. 

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We Want Your Questions about Britain for our 100th Episode Q&A

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A quick but exciting announcement from Jonathan: the Anglotopia Podcast is approaching its 100th episode, and to celebrate, Jonathan and Jackie — Mrs. Anglotopia herself — are sitting down together…
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Sunday Post: Laura Porter's Move to Wales One Year On

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This week, Laura Porter is back to give us an update on what life has been like in Wales for her over the last year. 

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Episode 92: Tudor 101 – A Complete Crash Course in England’s Most Dramatic Dynasty With Sarah Morris

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In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas is joined by Sarah Morris — creator of the Tudor Travel Guide, author of multiple Tudor books, including her novel about…
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Sunday Post: Elizabeth 100 - What the Queen Meant to Me

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This week, I have a special essay about the Queen that I've been working on for a special publication we have coming out in a few weeks.

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Episode 91: Roundabouts, Speed Cameras & Country Lanes – Driving in Britain Explained With a Retired UK Traffic Cop

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In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas sits down with Ben Pearson — retired West Yorkshire Police traffic officer, Police Interceptors TV veteran, bestselling author, and mental health…
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Sunday Post: April Hadrian’s Wall Training Update

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This week, I give a long overdue update on my plans to walk Hadrian’s Wall and how the training is going. 

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Episode 90: The Real Yorkshire – A Blue Badge Guide’s Insider Guide to England’s Biggest County

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In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas sits down with Tim Barber, Yorkshire Blue Badge guide and founder of Real Yorkshire Tours, for an in-depth traveler's guide to…
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Sunday Post: The Elements of the Perfect British Pub

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This week, we explore that great British institution of the local pub and what elements make a good one. 

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Episode 89: Inside the Brontë Parsonage – The Museum, the Moors & the Wuthering Heights Moment

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In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas is joined by Mia Ferullo, Digital Engagement Officer, and Sam, Programme Officer at the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, Yorkshire —…
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Sunday Post: Smith & Son - The Little English Bookshop That Survived 150 Years in the Heart of Paris

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This week, we have something a little different. Where I write about the most British thing I found... in Paris, France.

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Episode 88: Castles, Crime & Cake – A Retired British Copper’s Accidental Guide to History

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In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, host Jonathan Thomas sits down with retired British police officer, military veteran, and author John Donoghue to discuss his remarkable journey from the…
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Episode 87: How to Walk Hadrian’s Wall – Tips from the Man Who’s Done Every National Trail

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In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas welcomes back photographer and adventurer Quintin Lake to discuss the Hadrian's Wall National Trail. They explore Quintin's experiences walking the…
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Sunday Post: Rights of Way - Walking in England

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This week, I share an excerpt from my first book, Adventures in Anglotopia, that I haven't shared with the club before. It's about the right to walk the English countryside…

Episode 86: Codebreakers, Spies, and Secrets – The Truth About Bletchley Park and Alan Turing

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This episode of the Anglotopia Podcast delves into the hidden history of Bletchley Park, exploring its origins, growth, and the significant role it played during World War II. Dr. Chris…
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Sunday Post: The Anglotopia Guide to Pembrokeshire by Laura Porter

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This week, we have a special long-read from our long-time correspondent Laura Porter, who you may remember moved to Wales last year. She's written us up a lovely guide to…

Episode 85: The Poles – The Royal Family Henry VIII Tried to Erase With Adam Pennington

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In this engaging conversation, Adam Pennington, a Tudor and Plantagenet historian, shares his journey from a corporate media consultant to a full-time historian. He discusses his passion for Tudor history…
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Bonus Episode – Don’t Make These Expensive Mistakes Traveling to Britain

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After 25 years and roughly 25 trips across the Atlantic — including one where he ran out of money and had to beg his parents from a London phone box…
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