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Episode 69: The Anglotopia Guide to Cumbria and the Lake District

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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…
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Episode 68: Exploring Britain’s Canine Aristocracy With Agnes Stamp’s Country Life Book of Dogs

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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…
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Episode 67: From Downton to Clarkson’s Farm – How TV Shows Are Transforming Cotswolds Tourism with Tom Burdett

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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…
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Episode 66: From Wedding Gowns to Winston Churchill – The Hidden Stories of Blenheim Palace’s Collections

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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…
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Episode 65: Lynne Murphy – The American Linguist Who Has Decoded British English For 25 Years

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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