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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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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Episode 84: Learning The Knowledge – A London Cabbie’s Guide to the City’s Hidden History

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Billy Cullen, a London taxi driver and history enthusiast, about the unique experience of navigating London's rich history…
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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 83 - How the Beatles Built the Greatest Team Ever (And What We Can Learn)

Note: The Podcast hiatus is now officially over! We have a fantastic line-up for you for the rest of the year! Stay tuned!

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast…
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Episode 82: Your Travel Guide to Britain in 2026 – Major Events, Exhibitions, Museums, and More!

NOTE: This is being released a day early since tomorrow is Christmas Eve. Happy Christmas, everyone!

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas discusses exciting plans for…
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Episode 81: British vs American Christmas – 40 Years of Festive Culture Shock with Expat Amanda Graves

In this engaging Christmas episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas and guest and Anglotopia columnist Amanda Graves explore the fascinating differences between British and American Christmas traditions. Amanda…
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Episode 80: The Magic, History, and Nostalgia of British Christmas Television with Tom Salinsky

In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, host Jonathan Thomas and British TV expert Tom Salinsky delve into the rich tradition of British Christmas television specials. They explore the cultural…
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Episode 79: Celebrating British Christmas as a British Expat Living in the USA – Jolly Posh Foods

In this episode of the Anglotopia Podcast sponsored by Jolly Posh Foods, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with Lucy Pask, a British expat in Chicago, about the significance of British food…
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Episode 78: Did Churchill Know? Unraveling the Myths of the Coventry Blitz and Wartime Espionage

In this episode, historian Dr. Chris Smith discusses the Coventry Blitz, marking its 85th anniversary. He explores the myths surrounding the event, particularly the narrative that Churchill sacrificed Coventry to…
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Episode 77: Anglotopia Guide to Churchill’s Britain – Where Churchill Lived, Worked, and Made History

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan Thomas takes listeners on a journey through significant locations in Britain associated with Sir Winston Churchill. The discussion begins with key sites…
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Episode 76: Craftland – A Journey Through Britain’s Disappearing Crafts with Author James Fox

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with art historian and broadcaster James Fox about his new book 'Craftland: In Search of Lost Arts and Disappearing…
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