Podcast

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…
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Bonus Episode: Great British Telly – Exploring British TV From Monty Python to Downton Abbey and Beyond


Note: In celebration of our book launch this week, we're releasing this special discussion on British TV, but it's not part of our numbered cadence of episodes. It's truly an…
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Episode 64: The Real Hogwarts – The Reality of British Boarding Schools of Expat Naomi Kent


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas interviews Naomi Kent, a British expat and CEO of the Boardroom Company, about her experiences growing up in British boarding…
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Episode 63: Gone Native – 20+ Years in Horsham – An American’s Very British Life


In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, former Anglotopia Columnist Mike Harling shares his journey as an American expat living in Britain for over 20 years. He discusses the challenges…
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Episode 62: The Untold Tragic Story of Titanic’s Sister Ship with Owner and Author Simon Mills


In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, host Jonathan Thomas interviews Simon Mills, a deep-sea explorer and maritime historian who owns the wreck of the HMHS Britannic, Titanic's lesser-known sister…
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Episode 61: Jane Austen at 250 – Discussing Jane At Home With Chawton’s Sophie Reynolds


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Sophie Reynolds, Head of Collections, Interpretation & Engagement at Jane Austen's house in Chawton, Hampshire, about the enduring…
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No New Podcast This Week - But We Have a New Discount for Members Instead!

Just a quick update to let everyone know that we will not be releasing a new podcast episode this week. With the holiday on Friday, we figure there won't be…

Episode 60: Exploring Beatles History With Magical History Tour Guide Charles F. Rosenay


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Charles Rosenay, a seasoned Beatles tour guide and cultural ambassador for Liverpool. They explore the evolution of Beatles…
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Episode 59: Behind the Scenes of a Boutique British Tour Company – Mary Valentine Tours

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Mary Valentine, founder of Mary Valentine Tours, about her journey from academia to leading boutique tours across Britain…
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Episode 58: Ian Russell – British Voice Actor – Cultural Insights from an Expat in South Carolina

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Ian Russell, a British voice actor who transitioned from a successful banking career in the UK to voice…
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Episode 57: Discovering Dartmoor – A Hidden Gem in Britain with Tour Guide Gillian Healey


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Gillian Healey, an expert guide in Dartmoor National Park. They discuss Gillian’s journey to becoming a Dartmoor guide…
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Episode 56: Spitfires – The Untold Story of the American Women Who Flew for the RAF


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with author Becky Aikman about her book 'Spitfires,' which uncovers the remarkable stories of American women pilots during World…
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Episode 55: Rules, Britannia Revisited – A Returned British Expat Reflects with Toni Hargis

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with writer Tony Hargis about her experiences returning to Britain after living in the US for nearly three decades…
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Episode 54: A Chat With the Man Who Walked the Entire Coast of Great Britain

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas interviews photographer and adventurer Quintin Lake about his remarkable journey walking the entire coastline of Great Britain. Over five years…
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Episode 53: How to Do London on a Budget of $100 a Day


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan Thomas discusses the new goal for the Friends of Anglotopia membership club and shares insights on how to explore London on a…
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Episode 52: The Global Dimensions of the American Revolution With Historian John Ferling


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas engages historian John Ferling in a deep exploration of the American Revolution, emphasizing its global implications and the international dynamics…
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Episode 51: Exploring the Enchantment of the Cotswolds with Tour Guide Roanna Stromberg-Smith


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Roanna Stromberg-Smith, a luxury Cotswold concierge and tour guide. They explore Roanna’s journey into tour guiding, the charm…
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Episode 50: Anglotopia Unfiltered 50th Episode Q&A – Travel Tips, Tea Kettles & British Misadventures

In this celebratory 50th episode of the Anglotopia podcast, hosts Jonathan and Jacqueline Thomas reflect on their journey through British travel, culture, and history. They engage with listeners through a…
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Episode 49: Andrew Mellon vs. Winston Churchill – A Clash of Titans Over War Debt


This conversation explores the complex relationship between American Treasury Secretary Andrew Mellon and British Chancellor of the Exchequer Winston Churchill during the post-World War I era, an underexplored era of…
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Early Podcast Release: Episode 48 – Anglotopia Returns to England Part 2 – Cotswold Travel Tips and Observations


In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie continue sharing their recent UK trip, focusing on their days in the Cotswolds. After the busy London portion covered in part one, they slow down to enjoy quintessential English countryside experiences. The hosts describe their perfect Sunday with a traditional roast at the Highwaymen Pub and visit to Basildon Park, their stay at Thornberry Castle, unexpected discoveries like Edward Jenner's house, and…
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