Sunday Post: Chasing the RAF Red Arrows
In celebration of finishing my latest memoir about Britain (I finished the last chapter Friday!) - Searching for the Heart of Britain - I'm sharing another excerpt - and one…
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Episode 73: Exploring the Wonders of Wales with Welsh Travel Guide Amanda Whitehead of Conwy Tours
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Amanda Whitehead, an official Wales guide with 25 years of experience. They discuss the unique aspects of Welsh…
Sunday Post: The Edge of the Roman World at Hardknott Roman Fort
This week I wrote about a special place I visited back in 2018 - the Hardknott Roman Fort in Cumbria, which was one of Rome's furthest outposts in Britain.
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Episode 72: From Belvoir Castle to Heritage Tech Pioneer – Lady Violet Manners
In this engaging episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Lady Violet Manners shares her unique experiences growing up in Belvoir Castle, discussing the rich history of her family and the castle…
Sunday Post: The Imperfect Perfect London Hotel
This week, I share another excerpt from my upcoming book 'Searching for the Heart of Britain' - this original chapter is about our favorite hotel in London, which we've gone…
Episode 71: Introducing Spilling the Tea – New British Expat in the USA Column with Amanda Graves
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas welcomes Amanda Graves, a British expat who shares her unique experiences of living in America since 1985. Amanda discusses her…
Sunday Post: Hadrian's Wall Prep Update - What Was Life Like on Hadrian's Wall?
This week, I share some major updates on my preparations to walk Hadrian's Wall next summer. Then we delve deep into the history of what life would be like along…
Episode 70: Tips on Walking the Hadrian’s Wall National Trail With Emily Graver from Macs Adventure
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas interviews Emily Graver, an adventure operations specialist at Macs Adventure, about the Hadrian's Wall walk. Jonathan is planning to walk…
Sunday Post: Searching for the Heart of Britain Sneak Preview
This week, we do something a little different and share something from my next book, which I'm hoping to finish up this month.
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Episode 69: The Anglotopia Guide to Cumbria and the Lake District
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan Thomas explores the beauty and cultural significance of Cumbria and the Lake District. He shares his personal experiences, literary connections, and the…
Sunday Post: The Call of the Owls
This week, I explore one of my favorite sounds of the English countryside, the calls of the various owls that stalk the night. We also have a wonderful new discount…
Episode 68: Exploring Britain’s Canine Aristocracy With Agnes Stamp’s Country Life Book of Dogs
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Agnes Stamp, author of 'Country Life's Book of Dogs.' They explore the rich history of dogs in British…
Sunday Post: The Inevitability of Getting Sick While Traveling to Britain
This week, I share some amusing stories and experiences that happened when I got sick while traveling to the UK. We're not back to 250 members, and there have been…
Sunday Post: Going to an Instagrammer’s Pub in London - A Cautionary Tale
This week, we visit a pub that all the cool kids are going to, and the experience doesn't really match the glossy picture on social media because nothing really can.
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Monthly Feature Article: About London Laura Porter Chronicles Her Move to Wales
This month's feature article is rather special. Many years ago, Laura Porter wrote an ongoing series of articles for us chronicling her friends renovating a derelict church in Wales. You…
Episode 67: From Downton to Clarkson’s Farm – How TV Shows Are Transforming Cotswolds Tourism with Tom Burdett
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Tom Burdett, Managing Director of StayCotswold, about the enchanting Cotswolds region. They discuss the area's appeal to…
Sunday Post: The Palladian Church in a Village Field
This week I write about a special place that I was surprised to see I'd never written about before, a lovely Palladian village church in Hertfordshire.
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Episode 66: From Wedding Gowns to Winston Churchill – The Hidden Stories of Blenheim Palace’s Collections
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Carmen Alvarez, the collections and conservation manager at Blenheim Palace. They discuss the significance of Blenheim Palace, its…
Sunday Post: Preparing for My Hadrian’s Wall Walk End of Summer Update - Why Was the Wall Built?
This article is part of an irregular ongoing series where I chronicle my plans to walk Hadrian’s Wall in summer 2026. I plan to use these articles to keep everyone…
Episode 65: Lynne Murphy – The American Linguist Who Has Decoded British English For 25 Years
In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Lynne Murphy, a linguistics professor and author, about the fascinating differences between British and American English. Lynne shares…
