Podcast appearances and mentions of alice morrison

Sue Stockdale talks to Alice Morrison, an adventurer, author, and TV presenter. Alice has journeyed across deserts, trekked through mountains, and immersed herself in diverse cultures from Morocco to Saudi Arabia. Alice shares her experiences of resilience, discovery, and connection, including surviving the Moroccan earthquake, navigating Saudi Arabia on foot, and the joy of storytelling. Alice discusses her passion for adventure, the importance of cultural understanding, and why she believes exploration is about more than just physical endurance.About Alice MorrisonAlice Morrison is an adventurer, TV presenter, and writer known for her bold expeditions and compelling storytelling. From racing her bike across Africa in the Tour d'Afrique to running the Everest Trail Race and walking thousands of kilometres across Morocco, she has consistently chosen the path less travelled. Her adventures are driven by a desire to understand our rapidly changing world, celebrate shared humanity, and bear witness to environmental and cultural transformation.Her work is now showcased in documentaries such as From Morocco to Timbuktu, and Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans, alongside her acclaimed books Dodging Elephants, Walking with Nomads, and Adventures in Morocco.  Now based in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, Alice lives immersed in the landscapes she writes about, walking alongside Amazigh guides and camels, podcasting from remote deserts, and sharing insights through public speaking and media appearances.Connect with Alice Morrison - Website: Instagram : Podcast : YouTube : TikTokKey Quotes"Adventure isn't about searching for yourself; it's about experiencing as much of the world as possible.""I treasure my freedom, and I'm grateful every day that I have the opportunity to explore, to learn, and to share stories with others.""The reality of Saudi Arabia was so different from the stereotype—I found warmth, humour, and incredible hospitality at every step.""People are fundamentally good everywhere in the world. The more we meet and understand each other, the more barriers we break down."Time Stamps01:28 Experiencing Ramadan in Morocco02:56 Challenges of Adventuring in Saudi Arabia06:55 Alice's Background and Attraction to the Middle East09:09 The Importance of Storytelling10:44 Surviving the Moroccan Earthquake12:53 Themes of Freedom and Self-Reliance15:09 Community vs. Individuality21:06 Packing Tips for Explorers24:41 Lessons from Nature and Camels26:08 Future Adventures and GoalsConnect with Access to Inspiration: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Read our Impact Report and if you would like to support us then Buy Me A CoffeeProducer: Sue Stockdale   Sound Editor: Matias De Ezcurra Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/access-to-inspiration--4156820/support.

Scottish explorer and Arabist Alice Morrison decided to take a long hike to talk to the ordinary people, particularly the women who live there.Music: © Barney & Izzi Hardy  Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of Adventure Diaries, we're joined by the remarkable Alice Morrison, Scottish adventurer, writer, and BBC presenter. From her childhood in Uganda to her current life in Morocco's Atlas Mountains, Alice's story is one of curiosity, resilience, and fearless exploration. We dive into her transformative experiences, from tackling the grueling Marathon des Sables and cycling 12,500 km from Cairo to Cape Town, to trekking across deserts and climbing mountains.Alice shares how she immersed herself in Arabic culture, navigated challenges like near-death encounters with elephants, and developed a deep respect for Morocco's rich traditions. She also discusses her upcoming BBC series, Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans, and her ambitious plans for a Saudi Arabian expedition. Along the way, Alice offers powerful insights on pursuing adventure, embracing cultural differences, and facing challenges with courage and humor.This episode will inspire you to tackle the "niggling" goals in your life and embrace the unknown, whether it's climbing a mountain, running a race, or simply stepping out of your comfort zone.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The cultural and historical richness of Morocco and Timbuktu.How Alice overcame physical and mental limits in extreme adventures.The profound lessons learned from living among the Amazigh (Berber) community.Insights on respecting cultural differences and challenging personal biases.How to turn small steps into big adventures.Notable Adventures Discussed:Marathon des Sables: Six marathons in six days across the Moroccan desert.Cycling Cairo to Cape Town: A 12,500-km race through diverse African landscapes.Exploring Timbuktu: Navigating the cultural and political challenges of this historic city.Alice's journey into the heart of Morocco's tannery craftsmanship.Call to Action:Pay It Forward: Support Salve Uganda, an organization transforming the lives of street children through education and care.Call to Adventure: Pursue the one goal that's been on your mind—don't wait for the perfect time, start now!Connect with Alice Morrison:Website: alicemorrison.co.ukInstagram: @AliceOutThere1Watch her new BBC series Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans in June 2024.Tune in and let Alice Morrison's incredible stories inspire your next adventure!Support the showThanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

On today's destination special, we're going to be discovering a country which, for the longest time, was out of reach for travellers, Saudi Arabia, or Saudi as it's now known. Within the travel industry Saudi has been front and centre for the past few years, with prominent features about its developments in most of the major travel magazines; the world's leading luxury hotel brands from Six Senses to Aman have been announcing impressive future openings across the country, and new tourist destinations are being developed from the Red Sea resort on the coast to Sindalah at NEOM…even a ski resort in the 3000m mountains. These are all offerings that have really intrigued the travel world, now that the doors are wide open.To be honest, I've been conflicted about making this episode. I had preconceptions about the country, which I'm sure many of you may share, and I wasn't sure how I felt about showcasing it with its own episode. However, I firmly believe in the power of travel as a force for good – tourism brings connection, understanding, and often positive change. And I also firmly believe you'll find this episode really interesting. Because if you're anything like me, you're probably very curious about destinations that feel like uncharted territory, that we don't know that much about yet. My goal is to give you more insight about the country from the travel experts who know it best so you can make up your own mind.First, we'll hear from adventurer, writer, and TV presenter Alice Morrison. Alice is like a real-life Indiana Jones – most recently, she's been exploring Saudi for her BBC series Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans, where she delves into the mysteries of this ancient civilization. She's also travelled extensively across Saudi as a solo female traveler, offering a unique perspective on what it's really like to explore the country as a woman. Then we'll be joined by Isabella Craddock, former editor of Condé Nast Traveller Middle East and the founder and editor of Near+Far Magazine. Isabella has spent years exploring Saudi's landscapes, cities, and hidden gems and she'll share her favourite spots, latest travel news, and tips for making the most of a visit.Destination Recap:Alice Morrison - Riyadh Diriyah Gate, Riyadh National Museum, RiyadhAlUlaNabatean Tombs, Hegra Jeddah Prince Mohammad Bin Salman Royal Reserves Wadi Disah Banyan Tree Hotel, AlUlaIsabella Craddock - NEOMThe Line AlUla Habitas, AlUla Maraya, AlUlaAsir Trojena Ski Resort Banyan Tree, AlUlaDar Tantora The House, AlUla Aman, Diriyah Jeddah Edition, Jeddah AL-Balad, Jeddah Sindalah, NEOM You can find out more about Saudi by reading nearfarmag.com, and you can listen more to Alice's adventures in Saudi on her podcast Alice in Wanderland. The tourist board website is another great resource if you're planning a trip. Thanks so much for listening today. If you want to be the first find out who is joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram I'm @hollyrubenstein, and you'll also find me on TikTok - I'd love to hear from you. And if you can't want until then remember there's the first 13 seasons to catch up on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeannette is joined by TV presenter and adventurer, Alice Morrison, who shares her remarkable journey from a conventional career as a chief executive to embarking on thrilling adventures, including cycling across Africa and exploring the hidden histories of the Nabataean civilisation in her new TV series, "Arabian Adventures." Jeannette and Alice explore the catalysts for change in Alice's life, her experiences with self-discovery, and the importance of living authentically KEY TAKEAWAYS Life can take unexpected turns, and it's essential to adapt and find new paths. The journey from a conventional career to adventurous pursuits can lead to personal growth and fulfilment. Engaging in physically challenging activities can help reset your mindset, allowing you to focus on the present moment rather than getting lost in worries about the future. It's crucial to understand that your identity is not defined by societal expectations or roles. Embracing your true self and making choices that align with your values is more important than seeking external validation. Negative feedback is a part of life, but it's essential to not let it deter you. Understanding that others' opinions are often reflections of their own experiences can help you maintain your confidence and focus on your goals. BEST MOMENTS "I think really the physical side of it, in a way, is a servant to the exploration side of it." "It's a really interesting time for you to be doing this because of... creating a diverse, equitable part of the world, which is coming from quite a dark place." "What someone else thinks of you is none of your business." "If you keep walking, you'll get to your destination. And it's the same in life."   This is the perfect time to get focused on what YOU want to really achieve in your business, career, and life. It's never too late to be BRAVE and BOLD and unlock your inner BRILLIANT. Visit our new website https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ - there you'll find a library of FREE resources and downloadable guides and e-books to help you along your journey. If you'd like to jump on a free mentoring session just DM Jeannette at info@brave-bold-brilliant.com. VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970    ABOUT THE GUEST Alice Morrison I am an adventurer a TV presenter and writer. My new series for the BBC, Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabateans airs is on BBC News. Here it is on iPlayer.  I travel to the furthest places on earth and walk through its toughest habitats. I have been described as ‘Indiana Jones for girls'  (which I liked!) We live in a time when the world is in crisis in so many ways. I want to bear witness to what is happening to the planet as our climate and our society changes and I want to tell the stories that bring we humans together rather than the ones that drive us apart. Together, we can strive towards solutions and a happier world.  What better place to start than with the places and people that are furthest away. https://alicemorrison.co.uk/about-alice-morrison/ ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down-to-earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. CONTACT THE HOST Jeannette's linktree - https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeannette.linfoot Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers, and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big' international businesses to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start-ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true' to yourself is the order of the day.Travel, Bold, Brilliant, business, growth, scale, marketing, investment, investing, entrepreneurship, coach, consultant, mindset, six figures, seven figures, travel, industry, ROI, B2B, inspirational: https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot

A newborn baby found earlier this year in East London is the third child abandoned by the same parents. That's the story being reported by the BBC's Sanchia Berg, who has been given permission to share the details by a judge at East London Family Court. Sanchia joins Nuala McGovern to tell us more about the story, alongside freelance journalist Louise Tickle, who has previously reported from family courts.Following on from our special phone-in on boys last month, author Ruth Whippman speaks to Woman's Hour about her new book, BoyMum, which looks at what it means both to be a boy, and to raise a boy. Ruth joins Nuala to discuss what she's learned from investigating masculinity and boyhood, the impact on girls and boys, and how it's changed the way she is raising her three sons.The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to a significant shift in the local job market, with more women now doing roles traditionally dominated by men, such as mining. After more than a thousand male workers left their jobs in a coal mine to fight Russia's invasion, the energy company DTEK allowed women to work underground for the first time in its history. Nuala is joined by Ukrainian journalist and BBC World Service Europe editor, Kateryna Khinkulova to discuss this transformation and what it means for women in Ukraine.Arabian Adventures: The Secrets of the Nabateans is a new two-part documentary on BBC iPlayer that looks into a culture who had women in leadership roles in the 4th century BC. Alice Morrison, adventurer and author, joins Nuala to talk more about what she has discovered about Nabatean women, and what modern-day Saudi Arabian women make of them.

Are you ready for an adventure? Midlife is a time when we can get itchy feet and want to explore new horizons, but sometimes niggling doubts and a lack of confidence can get in the way of that. So in this episode, I'm chatting to adventurer Alice Morrison, who's just the woman we need to give us the encouragement to take that first big step. Alice is an adventurer, TV presenter and author, who's currently living in a little village in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. I met her at The Travel Show earlier this year, where she was talking about her latest book Walking With Nomads and I knew straight away that I wanted to chat to her in more detail. After a successful career in journalism, Alice decided it was time for a change and she embarked on a series of adventures in midlife which have transformed her life – she's cycled across Africa; run across deserts, and trekked across Morocco, for starters. Alice knows exactly what it's like to travel solo as a woman, so she's just the person to help us get started on our own midlife adventures!My conversation with Alice has definitely reawakened my travel bug, and I love how encouraging and matter of fact she is about it. She's quite right – we just need to do it, and I hope you will!If you're a fan of The Happy Menopause, please tell your friends and family about it, and do give it a 5-star rating and a short review on Apple podcasts, or whichever platform you listen on. It makes a huge difference to the algorithms which influence the visibility of the podcast, so that more women can find the show. Because, every woman deserves to have a happy menopause. Check out the full Show Notes for this episode on my website www.well-well-well.co.uk/podcast, where you'll find all the relevant links and references for my guest. Learn how to build your own menopause diet to manage your symptoms with my latest book The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish.

In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with Alice Morrison.Alice is an author, adventurer, and TV presenter living in the heart of Morocco. For the first 8 years of her life, Alice got to run free in the African Bush, roaming around the foothills of the Mountains of the Moon in Uganda, hunting tadpoles and running away from snakes. She studied Arabic and Turkish at Edinburgh University and spent time in Syria, Egypt, England, Scotland, and more. She has presented through Middle East Broadcasting, BBC News, and served as CEO of Vision+Media, a company dedicated to growing creative industry.Christine and Alice discuss:How her global upbringing led to a life of adventure and travelLearning to fit in and get along with people from all around the worldHow studying around the world opened her eyes to different culturesThe path of media colliding with journalism, writing, and adventureJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Alice Morrison.

Slow travel is a buzzy term these days, but what does it actually mean? Over the coming months, we'll explore what it takes to travel slowly and more intentionally, starting with this week's episode: A conversation with travel writer and adventurer Alice Morrison, who spent seven months walking across Morocco alongside a group of nomads. 

We take a look at the early life of Freya Stark, including her near death as a youth, and her time as a nurse in WWI. We then take Stark on her first adventure, a journey into the forbidden lands of the the Druze - a secretive and closed society in modern-day Syria. Interview with Alice Morrison: https://explorerspodcast.com/alice-morrison/ The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake devastated the landscape of Morocco and residents are left picking up the pieces. Alice Morrison, writer and resident of the Atlas mountains, joins us. And, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve the latest COVID-19 booster shot. Experts say it will protect against the two most prominent variants of the virus. Epidemiologist Abdul El-Sayed joins us. Then, in most living situations, one person ends up taking on the most work around the house. The Fair Play card game seeks to address that inequality and rebalance it without causing conflict. Creator of the game and author of the book of the same name Eve Rodsky joins us.

In this week's Talking Travel, Rory discusses a new survey of women over 45 that has concluded that women see the middle stage of their as a time to explore and, more importantlY for this podcast, travel! He explores why this might be the case, and is joined by Alice Morrison, BBC2 Travel Presenter, Explorer & Author.

Adventures in Morocco by Alice Morrison

Last month, 22 environmental, public health and animal welfare advocacy groups sent a petition to the Oregon Environmental Quality Commission calling on it to regulate air pollution from large dairies. The petitioners want the state to require dairies with 700 or more cows to obtain an air emissions permit and conduct an air impact assessment of pollutants like methane and ammonia. They also claim that regulating emissions from large dairies is necessary for Oregon to comply with the federal Clean Air Act and meet the state's greenhouse gas reduction targets. But the Oregon Dairy Farmers Association claims that the regulations aren't necessary and would impose an additional financial burden on dairies which are already struggling with inflation and overtime pay requirements for farmworkers. Joining us are Alice Morrison, the organizational director of Friends of Family Farmers, an advocacy group which signed the petition, and Tami Kerr, the executive director of the Oregon Dairy Farmers Association.

In this episode I chat to Adventurer, Author, TV Presenter, Public Speaker and Podcaster, Alice Morrison.Many moons ago, Alice and I met at a 1920's themed birthday party in the South of France. At the time we were both decked out in feather boas and flowing dresses, but oh how times have changed. Alice currently lives in The Atlas Mountains of Morocco, where you will at one point witness the sound of the wind clattering through her window shutters.Alice starts her story in Edinburgh where she was born, her time living in Uganda as a child, studying Arabic and Turkish at university, her time teaching in Cairo, a move to London where she worked for the BBC 24 hour news channel, a subsequent move to the north of England and what led her to running marathons through the desert and trekking with camels.We talk about writing her first book in her 50's, the gratitude she feels towards her parents for guiding her in her choices, the value of going ahead and trying things, even if you think you may not be naturally skilled at them, and … her narrow miss with a giant boulder.Welcome to my chat with the wildly inspiring and absolutely no nonsense, Alice Morrison.You can find Alice online at alicemorrison.co.uk and on instagram @aliceoutthere1 You can also listen to Alice's podcast Alice in Wanderland and watch her BBC 2 series, From Morocco to Timbuktu. Alice's books are available online and from all good bookshops.And thank you to Lily Greenwood for sponsoring this episode. You can find Lily Greenwood online her, on etsy and on instagram @lilygreenwoodpaintingThank you for listening to On the Irregular, please remember to review and subscribe as it helps other listeners find us!Jingle and final edit: Jon TiplerSupport the show

In this episode, we have a conversation with modern-day explorer, traveler and adventurer Alice Morrison - who has been described as 'Indiana Jones for Girls.' Morrison, who didn't start adventuring until she was 48, has traipsed all over the world, including Africa, the Middle East, the Himalayas, and South and Central America. In that time, she has written four books, produced a BBC documentary about her journey to Timbuktu, and documented her journeys on YouTube, Instagram, her blog and a podcast. https://alicemorrison.co.uk The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weeks episode, host Daniel Neilson, chats with adventurer Alice Morrison. Alice is one of those people who you would say ‘lives life', describing herself as Indiana Jones for girls - crossing Jordan, running the Marathon de Sables, and cycling 8,000 miles from Cairo to Cape Town in the Tour D'Afrique. She had also written four books and made a BBC2 series about her adventures. We speak to Alice from her home in Morocco, where she describes the story of her latest book 'Walking With Nomads', giving up the corporate world for a life of adventur, and a glimpse at the alarming sex life of camels. Her latest book, Walking With Nomads, is out now. You can find more details at alicemorrison.co.uk. As always, thanks for listening and we'd love it if you could leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

My guest Alice Morrison is an adventurer. She's the Indiana Jones for girls. She's done so many things that would test anyone's endurance. The Marathon des Sables, the Tour d'Afrique, she was the first woman to walk the full length of the Draa River in Morocco where she lives. She's trekked through the Sahara and completed the Everest Trail Race. She's written several books, and the most recent is Walking With Nomads. If you've ever wanted to go on a big adventure, this interview is for you! We talk about: Where Alice's love of Africa and the Middle East came from Alice's childhood and how it went from great freedom to rigid structure Alice's latest book and her love of expeditions What it's like traveling as a woman in the places Alice visits How English speakers can make friends better when traveling Why Alice practices Ramadan even though she's not Muslim What it's like living in a rural community in Morocco Coping with fear and the problems of Covid when it comes to traveling What it's like for Alice now traveling as an older woman How other cultures approach aging, especially for women How Alice has become a star on TikTok How to be adventurous in midlife And more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it and leave us a 5* review on iTunes or wherever you're listening. Order the ebook or audiobook (narrated by Rachel) versions of Rachel's book, Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause And Beyond at magnificentmidlife.com/book The paperback can be purchased on Amazon or other online retailers: UK version  US & Canada version Australia You can listen to other episodes and get the show notes to every podcast at magnificentmidlife.com/podcast. You'll find strategies, support, and resources to help make your midlife magnificent at magnificentmidlife.com. Check out Rachel's online Revitalize Experience, a 6-week intensive small group mentoring experience or find out about 1-1 Midlife Mentoring on your schedule. You can also join our monthly online Membership which is packed full of courses and workshops to help you get the messy stuff sorted, so you can thrive not just survive in midlife and beyond. Follow Rachel on: Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | Twitter | Pinterest | Youtube | Tiktok  Recommended by the Sunday Times and Named #17 in the best 40 Women Over 50 podcasts globally by Feedspot

This week, we're heading to the Atlas Mountains in Morocco to hear from Alice Morrison, a British author, adventurer and self-proclaimed 'Indiana Jones for girls.' She moved to Morocco eight years ago and now speaks Arabic.Alice tells us of her adventures across the Sahara desert, encountering snakes, quicksand and lost kingdoms. During this episode, Laura asks her about one of her most recent expeditions following the 1,500km Draa River from source to sea with two nomad men and their camels. Alice gained exclusive access to the nomadic communities along the way and been able to speak to the women of the families and find out what nomadic life is really like. She also tells us what life is like in her compound in the mountains and how she's become the adoptive crazy aunt there.The True Travel Podcast -Instagram: @truetravelpodcastTwitter: @truetravelpodFacebook: The True Travel PodcastAlice Morrison - Instagram: @aliceoutthere1Twitter: @aliceoutthere1Website: alicemorrison.co.uk Buzzsprout  is the #1 podcast hosting platform and made launching  the True Travel Podcast really easy.  As a subscriber, you get tons of guides, from finding the right equipment at the right price to growing your podcast organically; as well as detailed analytics to see how people are listening, tools to promote your episodes, and more.Start your free trial with Buzzsprout now.(Affiliate disclaimer: Following this link lets Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support the show).Buzzsprout is the #1 podcast hosting platform and made launching the True Travel Podcast really easy. As a subscriber, you get tons of guides, from finding the right equipment at the right price to growing your podcast organically; as well as detailed analytics to see how people are listening, tools to promote your episodes, and more.Start your free trial with Buzzsprout now.(Affiliate disclaimer: Following this link lets Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support the show).

Welcome to Wanderlust: Off the page, a podcast designed to help you discover the most fulfilling travel experiences on the planet! From culture and history to nature and wildlife, we're going to be taking you behind the scenes of the magazine to go deeper into our favorite destinations and meet the travel writers, experts, and personalities who will bring our stories to life.Hosted by founding editor Lyn Hughes and special features editor Rosie Fitzgerald, this  episode features a story produced by the award-winning podcast Armchair Explorer and presented by our very own podcast interviewer Aaron Millar. In it, we follow explorer Alice Morrison, another regular contributor to Wanderlust, on a world-first 2,800-mile trek across the entire length of Morocco. Starting in the city of Ouarzazate, at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, we will walk with her from the lush valleys of the Draa River across the barren windswept dunes of the Western Sahara to the tallest peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. We will discover lost cities, tombs of giants, singing sands and dinosaur footprints. We will learn about the lives of the nomadic Sahrawis, the people of the desert, and the Amazigh, the original inhabitants of Morocco. This is more than a long walk, this is a journey through the culture and history of one of the most fascinating and beautiful countries on Earth.But Alice didn't do it just any old way. Mirroring journeys taken by traders and nomads across Morocco for centuries, she decided to travel in a traditional caravan of six camels, led by her two Amazigh companions and camelteers Brahim and Addi. And despite not being very keen on the animals to start with, she ended up falling head-over-heels for them – particularly a very naughty one called Hamish. Yes, that's right – somewhere in Morocco right now, there is a camel called Hamish. This is a story about history and archeology, it's a story about endurance and moments of sublime beauty. But mostly it's a story about a deep exploration of a place and its people. Alice relied on the kindness and hospitality of local communities throughout and because she speaks fluent Arabic she was able to get an intimate insight into their lives that most outsiders would never see.It's also one hell of an adventure. Alice is known as ‘Indiana Jones for Girls'. This is a story that even Indy himself would have been proud of.----To listen to more episodes of Armchair Explorer click here or go to www.armchair-explorer.com ---Wanderlust is the UK's leading independent travel magazine which has been taking the road less travelled since 1993.Learn more at wanderlustmagazine.comBecome a Wanderlust Club Member to join our community of serious travelers for just £35 a year. This will get you 6 beautiful collectible issues, exclusive member- only competitions and events, access to our entire online archive back to 2010, plus heaps of other benefits.This series is brought to you by Battleface travel insurance. Protect your trip at battleface.com/wanderlustWanderlust: Off the Page is produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry 

Today's special guest is the BBC travel presenter, book author and podcaster Alice Morrison. She's just finished a 7 1/2 month walk around Morocco with her camels.  Enjoy an incredible inside take on Morocco with Alice, from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara, overland adventures to vibrant cities, and the reasons this is such a wonderful country to visit.  Alice has an amazing spirit and her enthusiasm will surely inspire you to visit Morocco, where "life is more about being than doing." To hear, see and read more about Alice you can follow these links.  Alice's BBC2 documentary Morocco to Timbuktu.  Alice Morrison's three books, including Adventures in Morocco. The Alice in Wanderland podcast.   Alice Morrison's website. 

Alice Morrison is a Scottish Adventurer based in Morocco. As presenter of the BBC2 Series Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure, she has undertaken some tough, physical and mental challenges including: The Tour D'Afrique, cycling from Cairo to Cape Town; running round Everest;  and the Marathon des Sables, the toughest footrace on earth; She has just completed a 4000km (2,458 miles) exploration on foot of Morocco from the Mediterranean Sea to the Mauritanian with her six camels when she found dinosaur footprints and a lost city and investigated the spaceships of the desert. She speaks fluent Arabic and French and 20 words of lots of different languages. “Everyone has an inner Adventurer in them, let yours out!” Learn More About Our Guest: https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-1001-Nights-Alice-Morrison/dp/1471174271/ (Adventures in Morocco)  http://www.amazon.co.uk/Morocco-Timbuktu-Arabian-Adventure-Book/dp/1545581371 (Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dodging-Elephants-Leaving-across-Africa/dp/1530861578/ (Dodging Elephants)  Web: http://www.alicemorrison.co.uk/ (www.alicemorrison.co.uk)   Podcast:http://www.alicemorrison.co.uk/podcast ( Alice in Wanderland) Twitter: https://twitter.com/aliceoutthere1 (aliceoutthere1) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliceoutthere1/?hl=en (aliceoutthere1)             Fbook:https://web.facebook.com/alicehuntermorrisonadventures/?_rdc=1&_rdr ( Alice Hunter Morrison Adventures) The Travelers Blueprint is more than just a podcast with consulting services that allow you to Become Your Own Travel Agent! Take a moment to rate us! Screenshot your review, email us the screenshot with your name and address and we will send you a FREE travel sticker! TheTravelersBlueprint@gmail.com FREE Travel Cheat Sheet! Just sign up for all the latest TTB news and guest information at http://www.thetravelersblueprint@gmail.com (www.thetravelersblueprint.com) For Travel Consulting Services w/ Bob: https://thetravelersblueprint.com/travel-consulting (https://thetravelersblueprint.com/travel-consulting) Our Private Community on Facebook is a great way to have your travel questions be heard and speak directly to us. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/260677938112800 (The Travelers Blueprint Community) For less than a cup of coffee you can be a major supporter of our time and efforts in producing this podcast. Please consider becoming a Patron by signing up here: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint (https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint) Follow Us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/the_travelers_blueprint/ (Instagram) - https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelersBlueprint18/ (Facebook) - https://twitter.com/ttblueprint?lang=en (Twitter) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyB8gPEriEPYP92Q1DHHkbg (YouTube) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Support this podcast

In this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of August. We break down our favorite different news articles, including:  https://www.npr.org/2021/08/25/1030924211/5-year-old-hikes-appalachian-trail-harvey-sutton?utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR25Hij2OvZy1byVfmRMKR26CLZXitswEuN5u9md3n-W2xxw00RywbDRavE (He Hiked 2,100 Miles In 209 Days To Complete The Appalachian Trail. He's Only 5) https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/aug/19/no-one-comes-here-any-more-the-human-cost-as-covid-wipes-out-tourism (‘No one comes here any more': the human cost as Covid wipes out tourism - An article about once booming remote tourist destinations now left empty. ) https://www.forbes.com/sites/billspringer/2021/08/14/candelas-high-performance-long-range-electric-powered-hydrofoiling-zero-emission-speedboats-are-going-to-revolutionize-boat-travel-just-like-tesla-revolutionized-car-travel/?sh=169f982761e4 (Candela's High-Performance, Long-Range, Electric-Powered, Hydrofoiling Speedboats Are Going To Revolutionize Boat Travel Just Like Tesla Revolutionized Car Travel) Update on my personal COVID related experience booking my trip to Italy including how to ensure entry, what to bring regarding COVID documentation, which apps to download, and websites to use as resources for information.  Up This Month:  Alice Morrison on her 8,000 mile bicycle ride through Africa Emily Ford on her 1,2000 mile hike on the Ice Age Trail  Travel Around Table: The Travel Photography Blueprint OR The Acadia National Park Blueprint - Episode to be determined.  The Travelers Blueprint is more than just a podcast with consulting services that allow you to Become Your Own Travel Agent! Take a moment to rate us! Screenshot your review, email us the screenshot with your name and address and we will send you a FREE travel sticker! TheTravelersBlueprint@gmail.com FREE Travel Cheat Sheet! Just sign up for all the latest TTB news and guest information at http://www.thetravelersblueprint@gmail.com (www.thetravelersblueprint.com) For Travel Consulting Services w/ Bob: https://thetravelersblueprint.com/travel-consulting (https://thetravelersblueprint.com/travel-consulting) Our Private Community on Facebook is a great way to have your travel questions be heard and speak directly to us. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/260677938112800 (The Travelers Blueprint Community) For less than a cup of coffee you can be a major supporter of our time and efforts in producing this podcast. Please consider becoming a Patron by signing up here: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint (https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint) Follow Us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/the_travelers_blueprint/ (Instagram) - https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelersBlueprint18/ (Facebook) - https://twitter.com/ttblueprint?lang=en (Twitter) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyB8gPEriEPYP92Q1DHHkbg (YouTube) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Support this podcast

Alice Morrison is an adventurer based in Morocco. Quite a change from her corporate life in England. She talks about how she came to call Morocco home and her treks in the Atlas Mountains and across the desert. And, of course, what she eats on her adventures! [Ep 142] Show Read more... The post Destination Eat Drink – Morocco with Alice Morrison appeared first on Radio Misfits.

On the podcast today, we have Alice Morrison, an Adventurer, Author and Presenter. Her first series for the BBC was Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure when she travelled the old salt and slave routes from the tip of Morocco, where she now lives, to the fabled and perilous city of Timbuktu. Her third book, 1001 Nights, was published in April 2019 with Simon & Schuster.Alice is a journalist by background and has worked on BBC News in English and Arabic, and Sky News.Her adventures include:Cycling from Cairo to Cape Town.12500 km in the longest bike race on earth.The Tour D'Afrique.Running the infamous Marathon des Sables.The toughest footrace on earth.Hiking from the highest point of North Africa to the lowest in the world first.Enjoyed the Show? Tag me @johnhorsfall on InstagramJoin the Adventure - https://mailchi.mp/44c55725379d/newsletter-page-ziba-adventuresAlice's WebsiteAlice's InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-modern-adventurer/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Follow explorer Alice Morrison on a world-first 2,800-mile trek across the entire length of Morocco. Starting in the city of Ouarzazate, at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, we will walk with her from the lush valleys of the Draa River across the barren windswept dunes of the Western Sahara to the tallest peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. We will discover lost cities, tombs of giants, singing sands and dinosaur footprints. We will learn about the lives of the nomadic Sahrawis, the people of the desert, and the Amazigh, the original inhabitants of Morocco. This is more than a long walk, this is a journey through the culture and history of one of the most fascinating and beautiful countries on Earth.But Alice didn't do it just any old way. Mirroring journeys taken by traders and nomads across Morocco for centuries, she decided to travel in a traditional caravan of six camels, led by her two Amazigh companions and camelteers Brahim and Addi. And despite not being very keen on the animals to start with, she ended up falling head-over-heels for them – particularly a very naughty one called Hamish. Yes, that's right – somewhere in Morocco right now, there is a camel called Hamish. This is a story about history and archeology, it's a story about endurance and moments of sublime beauty. But mostly it's a story about a deep exploration of a place and its people. Alice relied on the kindness and hospitality of local communities throughout and because she speaks fluent Arabic she was able to get an intimate insight into their lives that most outsiders would never see.It's also one hell of an adventure. Alice is known as ‘Indiana Jones for Girls'. This is a story that even Indy himself would have been proud of.-- If you enjoy this episode please connect with Alice, you're going to have a lot of fun following her adventures. Her Instagram and Twitter is @aliceoutthere1. Her Facebook is @alicehuntermorrisonadventures and her You Tube channel is alicemorrison.She has three books out, the latest of which is called Adventures in Morocco – she's a great writer and covers loads more than we could fit into this episode. Finally, because I know you love podcasts, please check out hers – it's called Alice in Wanderland and it's one of my favourites.--Thank you to Juggernaut Wines for sponsoring this episode! We've got a special deal for listeners of this show. You can get four bottles – two cabernet sauvignons and two pinot noir delivered direct to your home for only 1 cent in shipping costs. One cent! Just head over to www.juggernautwines.com and type in the code ARMCHAIR21. Drinking their wine is a great way to support the show … how cool is that?!--Check out Armchair Explorer (www.armchair-explorer.com) for background videos, photos and more on each episode. And please hit that follow button to support the show!Follow @armchairexplorerpodcast across Instagram 

Alice Morrison chats with Mark Stephen and Helen Needham

Alice Morrison is an adventurer and an explorer. She travels to the furthest places on earth and walks through its toughest habitats. She has been described as ‘Indiana Jones for girls'. Her aim is to bear witness to what is happening to the planet as our climate and our society changes and to tell the stories that bring we humans together rather than the ones that drive us apart.Alice was was born in 1963 in Edinburgh. Six weeks later, her parents boarded a ship and sailed to Africa. For the first 8 years of her life, she ran free in the African Bush, roaming around the foothills of the Mountains of the Moon in Uganda, hunting tadpoles and running away from snakes.At the age of 11, it was back to Scotland to St Denis and Cranley Academy for Young Ladies, followed by Edinburgh University, where she studied Arabic and Turkish. She spent six memorable months living in Damascus and then after university lived for two years in Cairo, teaching English and exploring the country. Moving to London, she pursued a career in journalism which had started in Dubai at “What's On in Dubai”. From there to Middle East Broadcasting, the original Arabic Satellite News Station. The next step was to BBC News with jobs on BBC World TV and then BBC Arabic TV. She went on to become co-Editor for the BBC News Channel output between 10 am and 8 pm. For the new millennium she moved North to Manchester and onto the internet with Supanet where she built the ISP's content from six pages to one million pages in two years. She also started to break out into mini adventures squeezed into the holidays: the Snowdon Challenge, crossing Costa Rica coast to coast, Kilimanjaro, ice climbing in the Andes, climbing the Ruwenzoris….In 2002, she plunged into public service when she was appointed as CEO of Vision+Media, a quango dedicated to growing the creative industries in the Northwest and remained there for nine years. With a change in government policy, she was made redundant and left the rat race for a bike race. She entered the Tour D'Afrique and raced her bike from Cairo to Cape Town: 12,500km through ten countries in 100 days with 20 days rest. Bitten with the adventure bug, she entered the Marathon Des Sables, the toughest footrace on earth, 6 marathons across the Sahara in 6 days carrying all your own food and equipment. As a self-confessed “terrible runner” who had never even run a marathon, she decided to give herself the best possible chance by moving to Morocco in January 2014 to train in the sand and sun.She loved Morocco so much she stayed and committed to her heart's desire of becoming a full time adventurer.In 2015 she did her first “world first” with the Atlas to Atlantic Trek, sponsored by Epic Travel. She and her expedition guide, Rachid Aitelmahjoub, became the first people ever to hike from the highest point in North Africa, Mount Toubkal (4167m) to the Atlantic Ocean (Agadir) straight across the Atlas Mountains. She has also run the Everest Trail Race, became the first woman to Draa River in Morocco and then decided to walk across the whole of Morocco with three Berber companions and six camels!We talk about her childhood, her career, her love of languages, the change in direction to become an adventurer, how one grows as a person in the face of adversity and lots more. I could have carried on talking to her for hours, but all good things must come to an end!!You can find Alice in all the following places and her books are available on Amazon or through her website.Web: www.alicemorrison.co.uk Podcast: Alice in WanderlandTwitter: aliceoutthere1Instagram: aliceoutthere1 Fbook: Alice Hunter Morrison Adventures

Dodging Elephants by Alice Morrison

Adventures in Morocco by Alice Morrison

Alice in her own words…   “I am an adventurer and an explorer. I travel to the furthest places on earth and walk through its toughest habitats. I have been described as ‘Indiana Jones for girls’  (which I liked!) We live in a time when the world is in crisis in so many ways. I want to bear witness to what is happening to the planet as our climate and our society changes and I want to tell the stories that bring we humans together rather than the ones that drive us apart. Together, we can strive towards solutions and a happier world.  What better place to start than with the places and people that are furthest away.”   During this episode Alice will share more about her walk across the Sahara Desert. Alice left Draa at Oued Chbika on the 26th November 2019 and walked over 1000 miles (with three Amazigh (Berber) companions and six camels) to Guerguerat on the Mauritanian Border and finished part 2 of the adventure at the end of February 2020.    Show notes Who is Alice The Sahara Expedition - the toughest challenge to date The team of camels The 2nd part of the trilogy The planning and preparation  Starting in November 2019 Using an expedition organiser  The challenge of getting water and food The goals and the purpose Reclaiming the word explore Wanting to travel slow and to take in all the details Being a woman and how she can interact with everyone Not doing enough training The start line and what it was like Finding sponsors and getting media attention Thank you to Craghoppers    How expectations didn’t match the reality Team dynamics Getting into routine Walking at 5km per hour Looking for trees in the desert Tent life Being a team member and not just a client Getting water from Nomads Being on an expedition with 6 camels Starting a podcast! Alice in Wanderland   Spending the New Year in the desert Making Christmas special  Walking into the nothingness of the desert Climate change and desertification  Key lessons from the experience  Learning patience Hoping to take on part 3 of the expedition at the end of June Final words of advice    Social Media   Website : www.alicemorrison.co.uk   Twitter: @aliceoutthere1 Instagram: @aliceoutthere1 Facebook: @AliceHunterMorrisonAdventures   

On this week's episode of The Adventure Podcast, Dave and Kraig sit down fro an amazing chat with professional explorer and adventurer Alice Morrison. Alice talks to the guys about her adventures across Northern Africa, what its like to cross the Sahara Desert on foot, and run an ultramarathon around Mt. Everest in Nepal. She also shares advice on how to start a career as a full-time adventurer, while offering a few interesting stories about unexpected mishaps when speaking a foreign langue.  Before jumping into the interview with Alice, the boys first take a look at the latest Adventure News, with stories about a virtual trek to Everest Base Camp, a wild virtual ultramarathon, and the funniest warranty claims that customers have requested from REI. Later, in our weekly gear segment, they both offer a few reviews. Kraig tested a pair of Silencr pants and the Burr jacket from Kühl, while Dave shares his excitement over a crowdfunded ebike that he had just ordered called the FLX Babymker. (We can't make this stuff up!) Show Notes: Alice Morrison's Books on Amazon: Dodging Elephants Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure Adventures in Morocco: From Souks to the Sahara A Virtual Trek to Everest Base Camp Adventure Journal: 19 Outrageous Warranty Claims to REI    

Neil Morrissey became a household name in the 1990’s playing Tony in sitcom Men Behaving Badly. As the voice of Bob the Builder he had two number one singles in the UK Charts and now combines acting with running pubs. Alice Morrison is an adventurer who lives and (mostly!) explores in Morocco. She was previously a BBC news editor. She’s travelled extensively in the region, most recently completing a 78-day trek across the Saharan desert with three Berber companions and six camels, receiving help from nomads, and walking through areas of quicksand and landmines. As a teenager who was suffering from depression, Matt Wesolowski was drawn to goth culture and wrote fiction involving vampires and monsters. He is now a bestselling author but has kept his day job teaching English to young people in Pupil Referral Units. Nadia Finer is a business coach with a small voice. The kind of small voice that once made another mum at the school gates tell her own mum that ‘she ought to get that sorted out’, and which led to Nadia avoiding speaking in public for most of her adolescence and twenties. Now she’s embracing her shyness and by founding the Shy and Mighty Society and challenging herself to live in a bigger way. And singer Jane McDonald shares her Inheritance Tracks - Downtown by Petula Clark and Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Producer: Laura Northedge Editor: Eleanor Garland

Now, south of Dahkla, Alice has had a difficult two weeks since last we spoke.  Wind, heat, quicksand, and the great nothingness have taken their toll on the expedition.  However, Alice and her team have made good progress and are continuing to push on toward their goal.

Alice Morrison, is a Scottish Adventurer, currently based in Morocco. After a childhood spent running around the African Bush, she was sent to boarding school in Edinburgh where she learned Latin but no decorum. She studied Arabic and Turkish at University which has led to a long love affair with the Middle East.  Adventuring had been something she had always done part time until in her mid-forties destiny in the shape of the British Prime Minister, David Cameron, intervened. His cuts made her redundant and she gleefully burned her briefcase, and headed off for a life in the unknown. She has plunged through a number adventures including the Tour D’Afrique when she raced from Cairo to Cape Town on a bike; Atlas to Atlantic, a world first trek from the highest point of North Africa straight across the Atlas mountains to the sea; and the Marathon Des Sables, the toughest footrace on earth, six marathons across the Sahara desert in six days.  “If I can do it, anyone can,” she says, “You just have to set your sights firmly on your goal and then pursue it with demonic persistence ignoring pain, humiliation and despair along the way. It is always worth it!” Show notes Who is Alice, her background and how she got into adventure What her childhood was like growing up in Africa The hazards of speaking a foreign language Her career path and following a normal path Building a company and being a CEO Dealing with the company going under and having to make changes in her life The Tour D'Afrique is the longest bike race on earth (12,000 kilometres from Cairo to Cape Town) Training and preparation for the bike race… Cycling in a big group and struggling at the start Day to day life on the road and how the tour worked Dodging Elephants….. Going through a life changing experience and making decisions about her life Dealing with the adventure blues Trying to find a normal job again… Deciding to do the Marathon des Sables even though she’d never run a marathon before! Moving to Morocco to train and deciding to become a professional adventurer Learning languages  Doing her first - World First - the Atlas Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean - 350km Why it was so much harder than she though it was going to be How she coped with the mental pressure of challenging times and why staying in the moment was so important The cultural challenges of being a woman in Morocco Loss of status and income and friends and family reaction to becoming an adventurer Money and making it work financially Corporate sponsors - Craghopper and NTT Data UK Not having a typical day or week at work What’s been happening since November 2018 Deciding on a new challenge  - The Everest Trail Race  The magical moments on the race Not having much of a break before heading of on another adventure Walking the length of the River Darr in Morocco (1,200km from the start to the sea at Tan Tan) Her new book! My 1001 Nights What’s next?! Quick Fire Questions Final words of advice  Social Media New Book just out! My 1001 Nights   Website : www.alicemorrison.co.uk   Twitter: @aliceoutthere1 Instagram: @aliceoutthere1                            Facebook: @AliceHunterMorrisonAdventures

Alice Morrison (Otago Museum Science Communicator on medicinal plants in the tropical forest) Interview by Jamie Green on Radio One 91fm Dunedin

Alice Morrison (Otago Museum Science Communicator on medicinal plants in the tropical forest) Interview by Jamie Green on Radio One 91fm Dunedin

Alice Morrison describes herself as an adventurer and she has just completed an 81-day trek along the Draa River in Morocco’s south. Palm groves, adobe houses, and kasbahs… Read more "Why Morocco 018 – Alice Morrison on trekking along the Draa River"

Episode 164 of Talk Ultra and the Godfather of Trail brings us an interview with long time friend, Chris DeNucci and he also talks with Travis and Maria about running 200’s! Ian brings three interviews about Everest Trail Race - Jordi Gamito, Manu Vilaseca and Alice Morrison.

Consolidated File for Episode 7 with author Alice Morrison. Enjoy!

July's Teaser highlights a few sections from what be my favorite interview so far. Victoria Secret , dating drug dealers and life coaching are a few topics covered

Dating Tendencies, Bad news vs. Good news and Hidden meanings of Christmas Carols are all discussed in part 2 of our interview with author, Alice Morrison.

Richard Coles and Aasmah Mir are joined by the writer and comedian Katy Brand, author Harry Bucknall who followed all 1,411 miles of the Via Francigena Pilgrims walk from the City of London through England, France, Switzerland and Italy to Rome, and actor Daniel Laurie who's become the first student with Downs Syndrome to be accepted to the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Theatre School Summer Course. Author and former news correspondent Gerald Seymour recalls his meeting with Maurice Bailey who, in 1973, with his wife Maralyn survived for 117 days on a rubber raft in the Pacific Ocean, and Maurice tells his side of the story. Alice Morrison has recently run the toughest footrace on earth - the Marathon Des Sables: six marathons in six days across the desert in temperatures of 50 degrees, carrying all your own provisions. The conductor and violinist Sir Neville Marriner shares his Inheritance Tracks and JP Devlin will be in the studio reading your emails and waiting to take your calls. Katy Brand will be at the Wilderness Festival in Oxfordshire on the Sunday 10th August and her book Brenda Monk Is Funny was published by crowd-funding publisher Unbound on 31st July 2014. Harry Bucknall's book Like A Tramp, Like A Pilgrim: On Foot, Across Europe to Rome was published in July 2014 by Bloomsbury. Gerald Seymour's book Vagabond is out now. Sir Neville Marriner inherits Handel's Messiah performed by The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and passes on Schoenberg's Verklärte Nacht performed by the Hollywood String Quartet. He's conducting Prom 32 on Sunday August 10th. Producer: Maire Devine.

John McCarthy introduces businesswoman Alice Morrison who took time off from the recession to ride from Cairo to Cape Town on the Tour d'Afrique cycle race, braving bandits and wildlife for a life changing experience. Best selling crime novelist John Connolly talks about his love of the US state of Maine despite not liking two of its great attractions, hunting and seafood. And writer Duncan Fallowell talks about his travels to Gozo, India and South Wales in search of people who have disappeared from view. Producer: Harry Parker.