Podcasts about Cotswolds

Dreaming of meandering through the Cotswolds countryside or cruising along Scotland's North Coast 500? Before you grab those keys, there's crucial information you need to know about driving in the UK that could make or break your road trip experience.The romantic notion of spontaneously exploring Britain's charming villages and stunning landscapes can quickly turn stressful when faced with the reality of narrow country lanes, baffling roundabouts, and parking nightmares. Having driven thousands of miles across the UK and helped countless travellers plan their journeys, we've witnessed the same mistakes happening time and again.In this practical guide, we reveal the 15 most common UK driving pitfalls and how to avoid them. From the shocking truth about journey times (that 50-mile drive could take twice as long as you think!) to the critical importance of booking an automatic car well in advance, we cover essential knowledge that guidebooks often miss. We'll explain why driving in London is a mistake most travellers regret, how to navigate the UK's unique parking systems, and why checking if your accommodation actually has parking facilities could save your holiday from disaster.Whether you're used to driving on the left or not, the UK presents unique challenges that can catch even experienced international drivers off guard. We share insider advice on handling motorway driving, understanding road terminology, and preparing for the infamous British weather. Plus, we reveal the truth about rental car insurance and why paying extra for zero excess might be the best decision you make.Our goal isn't to discourage you – a UK road trip can be truly magical when done right. With proper planning and realistic expectations, you'll be free to enjoy those winding coastal roads and picturesque villages without the stress. Listen now to transform your UK driving experience from potentially nerve-wracking to absolutely brilliant!

Are you ready to unlock the true magic of hosting in the Airbnb and short-term rental world? In this heartfelt episode of The STR Sisterhood podcast, I sit down with the amazing Jodie Odlin—the visionary behind the global Hospitable Hosts movement. What started as a leap of faith in the Cotswolds has grown into a worldwide celebration of heart-led hosting and elevated guest experiences. We dive deep into what hospitality really means—and spoiler alert: it's not just about clean linens or five-star reviews. It's about human connection. It's about storytelling. It's about showing up with soul and creating spaces that leave a lasting impact on every guest who walks through your door. Jodie shares how following her intuition and leading with love helped her turn a single short-term rental into something far greater—a movement that's redefining what it means to be a host. We also chat about the bold new STR Sisterhood Edition of Hospitable Hosts—a one-of-a-kind collaboration featuring 40 powerhouse women in the short-term rental industry. This isn't just another book. It's a movement rooted in empowerment, authenticity, and purpose-driven hosting. Whether you're an Airbnb host, a short-term rental investor, or simply someone who believes in the power of hospitality to change lives, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead with heart—and scale with soul. Want to become a featured author in the STR Sisterhood Edition of Hospitable Hosts? Get all the details here: https://www.hospitablehosts.com/HHSTRSisterhoodEdition Let this episode remind you: Hosting isn't just a business model—it's a calling. HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS: [01:23] A short introduction about our guest Jodie Odlin and how she got started in the world of short-term rentals [10:09] Jodie shares how the idea for Hospitable Hosts was born [14:34] How publishing the Hospitable Hosts books transformed Jodie's life [22:27] Jodie highlights the powerful shift from “trying” to deciding and how taking committed action must also align with the season of life you're in [28:36] How contributing to Hospitable Hosts Volume One sparked my journey I never imagined – writing my own book [35:10] Jodie highlights the transformational ripple effect of storytelling, how contributing even one chapter can unlock purpose and confidence, and encourages everyone [40:27] Jodie and I announce our newest collaboration—Hospitable Hosts: STR Sisterhood Edition—a global anthology celebrating the personal and professional journeys of women in the short-term rental space [45:06] The lightning round Golden Nuggets: “Hospitality skills are a learned skill.” “Trust your gut and your intuition. I call it your GodRod. Your GodRod will lead you, naturally and organically to people and opportunities that you may not have had in your five year plan.” “People do get too caught up in when they're so set on these five year plans, and it doesn't happen, they get disappointed. Don't see it as a disappointment. See what was the opportunity that you could have learned from.” “Just think big, Be open. Be open to everything.” This episode is brought to you by Lodgify! Ready to take control of your vacation rental business? With Lodgify, you can build your own direct booking website and manage all your reservations in one place — no middleman, no extra fees.

Message from Steven Chitty on June 15, 2025

It may feel like the world is going to hell, but for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, it's a Bonfire of the Vanities moment. In a little less than two weeks, the billionaire and his fiancée will take over Venice for the wedding that will be a three-day party, and Stuart Heritage tells us what we can expect. Then, speaking of the ultra-rich seizing control of beautiful destinations, Joseph Bullmore reports from the Cotswolds on how Stephen Schwarzman, the billionaire chairman and C.E.O. of Blackstone, has ruffled feathers among locals. And finally, there might have been no fashion designer more beloved in New York City than the late Kate Spade. The company's co-founder, Elyce Arons, has written a book about her, and she'll discuss how Spade went from being a broke student in Kansas to the name on every New York woman's purse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on RunPod, Jenni is joined by none other than Mark Pougatch - Chief Sports Presenter for ITV Sport and co-host of the brand-new Global Original Podcast 'How It All Played Out'. Mark shares how running sets the tone for his day: if he's ticked off his morning run, everything else feels like a bonus! Whether it's hitting the trails with his wife and one of their three dogs or soaking in the Cotswolds countryside, running has become an essential part of his routine.Mark talks about his goal to get fitter, the importance of mobility, and his incredible career in sport. He also gives us a sneak peek into How It All Played Out, where he and Paul Hayward dive deep into the victories, controversies, and unforgettable moments that shaped the sporting world.Tune in for a chat full of inspiration, passion for sport, and the undeniable joy of putting one foot in front of the other.How It All Played Out is out now on Global Player

In this live episode of Undercurrent Stories, host Bob Wells sits down with John Coghlan, the legendary original drummer of Status Quo. From "Caroline" to "Rockin' All Over the World," John recounts the highs, lows, and beat-driven tales of a life lived on stage, on the road, and in rhythm.Recorded in a cosy Cotswolds pub, this intimate conversation dives deep into:How a school Air Cadet turned into a global rock iconWild stories from tours with Slade, Lindisfarne, and Led ZeppelinLife as a "Tax Exile" on the Isle of Man in the '70sBehind-the-scenes of the Frantic Four reunionJazz-infused Status Quo reinterpretations in Quo ReimaginedWhy John still chooses a classic Ringo-style kit over flashy double bass drums

The girlies are overseaasss!! Okay it's just prinny but its aour first international recording teheh! - Weekly catch-up - Prinny's update on the NY wedding - Amber's Cotswold weekend - Love Island USA update + Spoiler - Adhd update and much much more!! If you want more, join us on Patreon for extra exclusive episodes: www.patreon.com/styleandcitydiares You can find us here... Instagram: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux / @prinnyxamber Twitter: @Stylecitydiary / @prinnyrae / @amberleaux Tiktok: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux Youtube: Prinny and Amber Email: info@styleandcitydiaries.com www.styleandcitydiaries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Message from Steven Chitty on June 8, 2025

Claire and Rachel are joined by Dr. Sarah C. Williams for an engaging conversation about marriage, sex and gender throughout Christian history. Beginning with reflection on the 1960s to today, Sarah shares some insights from her upcoming summer class on the relationship between Christianity and the ever-shifting cultural matrix of political, societal and phenomenological values that shape our understanding of marriage, celibacy, sex and gender identity. In particular, Sarah reflects on the commodification of sex and the pornography industry from systemic perspectives that move beyond pastoral conversations around personal addiction. She also shares a little about her recent work on Josephine Butler, When Courage Calls, which she will launch with us on July 2.Sarah's BioDr. Sarah C. Williams is a historian, writer, and storyteller, specializing in 19th- and 20th-century cultural and religious history. Sarah trained as a historian at the University of Oxford, where she subsequently taught for seven years. In 2005, Sarah moved with her family to Vancouver to teach the History of Christianity at Regent College. After teaching at Regent full-time for over a decade, Sarah returned to the UK with her husband, Paul, to live in the Cotswolds, where she continues to write and research. Sarah is a passionate and committed teacher who is much loved by her students. She has written and edited numerous academic articles and books. Her most recent book is When Courage Calls: Josephine Butler and the Radical Pursuit of Justice for Women (Hodder & Stoughton, 2024). She'll be joining us in July (7-11) to teach Marriage, Sex and Gender in Historical Perspective.Previous Podcast AppearancesA New Language for the Sexual Crisis of Our Generation (July 2019)Summer Podcast Listener SurveyPlease fill out our Listener Survey before the end of July for the opportunity to win a $100 Regent College Bookstore Gift Card.Regent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter

Carolyn Woods leidt een gelukkig leven in een rustig dorpje in de Cotswolds als er op een dag een aantrekkelijke vreemdeling op haar pad komt. Uitgegeven door Boekerij Spreker: Jorien Zeevaart

Steve Caplin is excited by Jony Ive's new venture, even though nobody yet knows what it is. He wonders how much Albert Einstein's business card will fetch. There's a face sticker that can monitor employees' tiredness, but there's a catch. Living tattoos have been developed for buildings. The UK's first flying taxi has had a real world flight over the Cotswolds. Who might want to buy a concrete coffeemaker? Loughborough University has created the world's smallest violin. Knee pain might be reduced with in-ear treatment. And you will soon be able to buy your own spaceplane – for a mere $30m. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well, cue all the tears, team. This episode is full of them. It felt like it was time for a life update, so this episode catches you up on all the big happenings and some of the littler ones too. The biggest one is our eldest son's engagement to the love of his life, and a girl he's known since they were both 5. It's the sweetest story and I loved sharing some of it with you in this episode. The rest of the episode is full of other life updates—trips and conferences where maybe we'll get to hang out! And also, yes, why I changed my Instagram handle after 10 + years. There is a lot here and you'll want to check the show notes to links for all the things. As always, thanks for listening and being a part of my community. It means the world!  Links mentioned in this podcast episode: Find out more information about Forest Home Family Camp here. Mention my name for the 1st time family discount! Message Greta to get tickets to the Literature Soirée or with questions here. (scroll to bottom of page) Find out more about Greta's women's walking retreat through the Cotswolds here Make sure you are keeping up with Greta and her new Instagram handle here Check out Greta's beautiful new website here The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

In episode 152 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, guest Kristen Gonzalez shares her eight-day family adventure through England with her husband and parents in their late 70s, highlighting their experiences in London and the Cotswolds during April. She details their thoughtful planning process, excellent transportation arrangements with XFA Cars, and memorable tours including Go Cotswolds excursions  (enter code UKTAVPLAN for a 5% discount for our UKTP community) and a Seven Sisters coastal day trip from London.• Choosing the Cotswolds and London combination to showcase diverse aspects of England• Using private transfers instead of driving or navigating train connections• Taking two different Go Cotswolds tours to maximise exploration of picturesque villages• Staying in Covent Garden as the perfect London base with excellent dining and entertainment options• Finding the ideal balance between scheduled tours and free time for spontaneous exploration• Enjoying unique experiences like a historic Royal Pub tour, afternoon tea on a bus, and Tower Bridge's glass floor walkways• Discovering Mr. Fogg's Society of Exploration for cocktails and small plates in London• Visiting the Seven Sisters cliffs and Brighton on a well-organised day trip from LondonKristen also offers invaluable tips for travel planning, particularly on booking ahead. Tune in for practical advice, inspiring stories, and plenty of laughs to help you plan your own perfect UK getaway!⭐️ Guest - Kristen Gonzalez

Jennifer Murray speaks to Mary Moss from Cotswold Talking Newspaper to learn more about it. You can listen to the Cotswold Vale Talking Newspaper on the British Wireless for The Blind's Talking Newspaper app for mobiles and tablets. You can also access Cotswold Vale Talking Newspaper via USB Sticks as well as on Alexa devices. You can contact Cotswold Vale Talking Newspaper in any of the following ways: Website: https://www.cvtn.org.uk/   Email Address: maryemoss@btinternet.com Phone: 01453 860801 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Message from Mark Upton on June 1, 2025

Hamish Jackson is a potter from England, and he started potting at Winchcombe Pottery in the Cotswolds. Hammish got married to his lovely American wife, Lauren and moved to the states about six years ago. Hamish completed a four year apprenticeship under Mark Hewitt and is now headed off to USU for grad school. http://ThePottersCast.com/1135

Message from Andrew King on May 25, 2025

For eight decades, the Cheltenham Music Festival has been a cornerstone of Britain’s classical music calendar, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire. This storied festival has built its reputation not only by presenting world-class performances but also by championing new works from internationally renowned composers. The festival’s commitment to contemporary music was READ MORE The post S. 2. 13. Stepping Into History: Jack Bazalgette's Vision for Cheltenham Music Festival first appeared on Accelerando Podcast.

Matthew Bannister onHannah Deacon who ran a successful campaign to allow her son – and many others – to be treated with cannabis after he was diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy. Andrew Norfolk, the journalist who exposed the Rotherham grooming gang scandal.Dame June Clark, the President of the Royal College of Nursing who argued for more education to increase the skills of the nursing profession.Martin Graham the businessman who built his own opera house in the Cotswolds so he could stage Wagner's Ring Cycle. Producer: Ed PrendevilleArchive used: No More Nightingale, BBC, 1991; One O'Clock News, BBC, 03/04/1989; Open Country, BBC Radio 4, 27/06/2019; The Longborough Ring 2024: Wagner – Der Ring des Nibelungen, Longborough Festival Opera, Music Director Anthony Negus, Director Amy Lane; Today, BBC Radio 4, 2013; Utopia: In Search of the Dream, BBC Four, 05/05/2020; Sportsday, BBC News 24, 15/09/2016; BBC Breakfast, BBC, 19/02/2018; This Morning: Should Medical Cannabis Be More Accessible, ITV, Uploaded to YouTube, 29/10/2018; Morning Live, BBC, 07/11/2022; The Today Programme, BBC Radio 4, 19/06/2018; ITV News, ITV, 19/06/2018; Wogan, BBC, 19/01/1990; Raising a Glass to Cheers, BBC Radio 4, 26/07/2012; Cheers, TV Programme, Produced by Charles/Burrows/Charles Productions; Groomed for Sex, BBC Three, 06/12/2011; The Media Show, BBC Radio 4, 27/08/2014; Frontlines of Journalism, BBC Radio 4, 04/07/2023; Symphony No. 39 in E-flat major, KV 543: Adagio. Allegro, Performed by Bruno Walter, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; Siegfried, Act II Scene 3: Willkommen, Siegfried, Performed by Manfred Jung, Heinz Zednik, Bayreuther Festspielorchester, Conductor Pierre Boulez, Composed by Richard Wagner; Le nozze di Figaro, K.492, Act 3: Ricevete, o padroncina, Performed by Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Conductor Ferenc Fricsay, Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; Das Rheingold, Scene 1: Lugt, Schwestern! Die Weckerin lacht in den Grund, Performed by Norma Sharp, Ilse Gramatzki, Marga Schiml, Hermann Becht, Bayreuther Festspielorchester, Conductor Pierre Boulez, Composed by Richard Wagner

Message from Mark Upton on May 18, 2025

durée : 00:12:34 - L'invité de 7h50 du week-end - L'écrivain américain Armistead Maupin présente son roman “Mona et son manoir” aux éditions de l'Olivier. Il explique pourquoi, dans ce nouveau livre, il quitte les Etats-Unis pour les Cotswolds, au cœur de la légendaire Angleterre.

Your Heart Knows How to Heal You With Cissi Williams Episode Overview: In this episode, we delve into the profound teachings of the heart with our guest, Cissi Williams, author of *Your Heart Knows How to Heal You*. As we embrace the energy of spring following the Full Moon in Scorpio, we explore the importance of shedding what no longer serves us while focusing on growth and abundance. Cissi shares her journey of healing, connecting the four chambers of the heart with the seasons, and how we can tap into this wisdom for greater health and wellness. Key Topics Discussed: - The significance of the Full Moon in Scorpio and its role in reflection and release. - The metaphor of tending to a garden and choosing to focus on positivity and abundance. - Cissi's personal journey through a heart attack and how it led her to profound insights about healing. - The four chambers of the heart and their connections to the seasons:   - First Chamber: Autumn - Letting go of what no longer serves you.   - Second Chamber: Winter - Embracing transformation and darkness.   - Third Chamber: Spring - Nurturing new dreams and visions.   - Fourth Chamber: Summer - Manifesting and sharing your gifts with the world. - The importance of ancestral healing and how it impacts our present lives. - The integration of shamanic teachings with modern medicine for holistic wellness. - The role of the heart as a portal for spirit and soul connections. Cissi Williams is an osteopath, naturopath, NLP trainer, and master practitioner in hypnosis. She is initiated as a priestess of Freya and the author of "The Wellbeing Handbook" and "Transformational NLP". Cece lives in Cotswold, England, and offers teachings that combine ancient wisdom with contemporary healing practices.   **Resources Mentioned:** Website.    Inner Traditions: Book.  Instagram. Facebook. Podcast: Awaken Your Inner Wisdom - Nordic Light Academy - Remember the power of your heart is a guide in your healing journey. The heart is not only a source of love but also a profound teacher that connects us to our soul's wisdom and ancestral lineage.    

We're still pinching ourselves after winning the Jasmine Awards New Media Award for the second year running, for our Halloween Scented Story project! And huge congrats to Suzy @fragrantmaven for her Judges Special Recognition Award for her Substack feature on Rivals characters and their signature scents. We spill a few behind-the-scenes secrets from the ceremony (and those legendary goody bags) in last weekend's Patreon extra episode – available for subscribers to our patreon.com page. @marcantoinebarrois were double-winners too, for the magnificent happiness-bottled fragrance, Tilia.Nicola discovered @parfums_d_inza, a Cotswolds-based house, and loved trying Reine de la Nuit (which she's sure Suzy will adore) & Eclat Rouge.Suzy is obsessed with waking up to the glorious new @matierepremierparfums Neroli Oranger Body Wash & Body Lotion – orange blossom, neroli, bergamot, ylang - ylang and musks make every morning a scented sanctuary.Nicola can't be without @neomwellbeing Real Luxury Cocooning Shower Cream – her new shower must-have.Suzy tuned in to the online launch of two new @amouage fragrances: Decision & Existence by Quentin Bish and Renaud Salmon. Decision is electric juniper, scarred wood and vanilla – her new Amouage favourite. Existence is a luminous blend of frankincense and lily of the valley, evoking white feathers and bright light.Nicola's go-to is @kilianparis Midnight in Heaven – luscious mango, rice pudding, suncream and pure holiday bliss.Suzy insists Nicola tries @thomasdemonaco Sol Salgado – all gilded warmth and holiday skin vibes.We got to try @grove_england Anemone eau de parfum / Hand Cream, founded by Laura Butler - Madden. Chamomile, jasmine, neroli and cedarwood create a fragrance that's both nostalgic and modern, inspired by the myth of Aphrodite and Adonis.Suzy is also hugely excited for the new @adidasoriginals @adidasuk Vibes fragrances – fusing neuroscience and scent, created by top perfumers and brilliantly affordable. Huge congrats to @cotyinc and @cotyukpr for doing such a great job on this collection and championing the noses behind the scents. Six mood-boosting fragrances:Chill Zone – lavender and vanilla (Perfumer: Ilias Ermenidis)Full Recharge – cedar leaf and clary sage (Perfumer: Emilie Coppermann)Energy Drive – cardamom and pink pepper (Perfumer: Fabrice Pellegrin)Spark Up – pink pepper, orange, geranium, lemon (Perfumer: Frank Voelkl)Get Comfy – mandarin and vanilla (Perfumer: Gabriela Chelariu)Happy Feels – jasmine and grapefruit (Perfumer: Marypierre Julien)

Would you like to learn more about The Cotswold Listener? Well, Jennifer Murray speaks to June Little to find out more. You can get in touch with the Cotswold Listener in any of the following ways: The Cotswold Listener's Website:  https://www.cotswoldlistener.co.uk/ Email Address:  admin@cotswoldlistener.co.uk Phone: 01242252072 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Message from Mark Upton on May 11, 2025

We've officially reached the 100th episode of Beyond the Water Cooler! It's a perfect moment to pause and reflect on not just how far we've come, but where we're headed when it comes to the future of work.To celebrate this milestone, I've brought together three brilliant guests, each an industry leader from a different sector: Sarah Foster from law (Freeths Oxford), Jamie Purcell from hospitality (Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons), and Crissie Gizzi from construction (Morgan Sindall). Together, we open the lid on how leadership and work culture are evolving across fields that may appear worlds apart but share strikingly similar challenges and opportunities.A common thread emerges throughout our discussion: uncertainty is both a reality and a catalyst for change. Skills shortages, technology integration, evolving employee expectations, and the unknowns ahead make it more important than ever for leaders to foster cultures built on curiosity, empathy, and adaptability. Our guests share practical insights: from running meaningful check-ins and supporting wellbeing, to investing in learning, embracing hybrid working, and designing innovative ways to retain and develop people.We talk candidly about what keeps us up at night—wellbeing, resilience, and how to prepare for the skills and confidence gaps of tomorrow. Yet there's real excitement too, especially around diversity, inclusion, and learning from other industries. Whether it's making workplaces accessible by investing in new transport routes, or shaping firm strategies that are truly influenced by staff voice, the future of work will belong to those who listen, adapt, and lead with openness.If you want a glimpse into the challenges and joys of steering your team through uncertainty, and inspiration to build a thriving, high-performing culture—whatever your sector—this episode is for you. Here's to being curious, empathetic, and, above all, human… even as the future keeps us on our toes.More about my guests:Sarah Foster Sarah manages Freeths Oxford office, is Joint National Head of the Freeths Private Client Services team and sits on their management board. She has 30 years' post-qualification experience of dealing with contentious trust and probate disputes and professional negligence claims. She is well known for her firm but fair approach to the resolution of disputes.Sarah is a member of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) and the Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (PNLA). She is also an affiliate member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).She is listed as an Eminent Practitioner in Chambers and Partners (2025 edition) for both professional negligence and private wealth disputes. She is also a Recommended Lawyer in the Legal 500 (2025 edition) being recognised as a Leading Partner for Private Client – Contentious Trusts and Probate.Jamie PurcellHaving grown up in the Cotswolds and beginning his career in country house hotels, Jamie moved to London for 12 years to take up sales roles in hotels such as Rocco Forte Hotels, The Langham London and Corinthia London. He has recently returned to his country roots, assuming the role of Director of Sales at Le Manoir Aux Quat'Saisons, a

   With host retail coach Wendy Batten   https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/   In This Episode:  Can couples successfully run a retail shop together? Absolutely! From a flash of inspiration on a trip to London to creating a beloved community hub in Thomasville, Georgia; Amy and Chris Hart join me on the Creative Shop Talk Podcast to share how passion, teamwork, and a little bit of "what's our widget?" can turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Amy and Chris own The Hare and the Hart, a boutique inspired by the couple's time in the Cotswolds. They describe the shop as “English at heart with a Southern sensibility and a French twist.” Amy is an active member of the Retailer's Inner Circle and has been in the Level Up Mastermind for almost 5 years running. This episode is packed with tips for independent retailers, especially those working together as a couple. From finding your niche, connecting with your community, and navigating the ups and downs of retail life together, Amy and Chris are an inspiration to all aspiring retail shop owners. Takeaways for Retail Shop Owners: Finding your "widget": Identify your unique product (like Amy's Toile designs) Involving family: Amy and Chris have incredibly talented family members who showcase unique products in their shop.   Defining Roles: The importance of defining roles and communicating them clearly.    Build your community: Make it a point to connect with members of your community. Featuring local artisans in your shop is a good way to do that. Overcoming challenges: Amy and Chris know when their slow season is and have come up with ways to draw customers in and also keep their minds right knowing things do pick up.   Chris's Advice : "Don't give up your dream to somebody else.”  Listen in for more thoughts on what Chris and Amy could have done differently if they could rewind 7 years. “Don't give up your dream to somebody else.” -Chris Hart Need more? Join me and our supportive community of retailers in my Retailer's Inner Circle! There is so much to love about the Inner Circle: access to countless masterclasses on everything from inventory management to money matters, a supportive community of like-minded retailers to bounce ideas off of, a monthly playbook to track your progress and help you plan your events and promotions, and so much more. Check it out HERE.   Not ready to join but want to purchase the stand-alone Foot Traffic Made Simple masterclass? You can purchase it on demand HERE.   About Amy and Chris: Sweethearts since college, Amy and Chris Hart chose Thomasville, Georgia, as their adopted hometown in 2018 after many adventures. The Hare & The Hart is their shop in the beautiful, historic downtown, offering gifts and goods that are English at heart with a Southern sensibility & a French twist. They adore celebrating the beauty of the places people love, embellishing the spaces surrounding them, and sharing in the extraordinary joy of the everyday. Their family takes part by designing collections, including Amy's Toile of Thomasville. They are pleased to carry local artisans, along with those discovered on and inspired by their travels. Amy and Chris continue their adventures in a wibbly, wobbly 1850s house just blocks from the shop with their Labrador named Rugby.   Related podcasts we think you'll like:  Episode 78: Learning to Level Up with Amy Hart Episode 127: Level Up Mastermind Q+A: Invest in Yourself Episode 256: Retailers in the Wild: Elevate Your Retail Shop Using These Observations From My Time in New Zealand About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven't met yet, I'm Wendy, a small business coach and founder of the Retailer's Inner Circle, where I help other independent shop owners learn how to gain the right business skillsets to see more profits, paychecks, and joy as they navigate running their retail business.  Through online classes, business coaching programs, speaking, and a top-ranked podcast, I've helped hundreds of retailers around the globe reclaim their dream and see the success they want from their beautiful shops. My signature private coaching community, The Retailer's Inner Circle, has helped retailers around the world build their retail business skill sets and confidence.  I am proud to have been featured in several major publications, including my own business column in What Women Create magazine. I have been privileged to be a guest on top-ranked podcasts and sought-after as a guest speaker and teacher for several brands, associations, and communities that are passionate about the success of independent retailers. When I'm not coaching, you will find me either DIYing and renovating my very imperfect old crooked cottage by the sea in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg, NS, or blogging about our travel and RVing adventures and the weird fun things we get up to in our coastal village. I'd love to invite you to check out one of my free resources for real retailers at https://wendybatten.com/free-resources/    For more support from Wendy   Retailer's Inner Circle - Join Wendy inside the best retailer's community Free resources for shop owners   Hang out and connect with Wendy on IG    All of Wendy's programs and services for shop owners can be found HERE.  Subscribe & Review on iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I'd love you to consider it. Subscribing means you won't miss an episode! Click here to subscribe to iTunes! If you want to be more of a rockstar, I'd love it if you could leave a review over on iTunes as well.  Those reviews help other retailers find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. So grateful for you! Thank you!

Message from Mark Upton on May 4, 2025

A lifelong lover of fiber arts, Susan Strawn's career in textiles began in an unexpected corner: with training as a biomedical illustrator. She found cloth far more exciting than biology, so she turned her eye for detail to illustrating PieceWork magazine. She added photostyling to her duties, bringing textile stories to life and demonstrating the steps of various needlework techniques. After a decade on the staff of the magazine, she decided to devote herself to studying and writing about textiles, earning a PhD in Textiles and Clothing. Although her initial interest was in writing, she discovered that she loved teaching. She became a Professor in the Department of Fashion at Dominican University, with a roster of classes she loved to teach (and that would make a textile lover swoon to take). Now retired from the university, she is exploring the importance of textiles, especially knitting, in her own life through essays and illustrations. With a particular interest in everyday cloth and the insight it offers into women's lives, Susan's hands are always busy with needle, pen, or keyboard. Links Susan Strawn's website (https://susanstrawn.com/) Susan's Substack (https://open.substack.com/pub/susanstrawn/p/susan-strawn-meanders-through-the?r=bitk3&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true) Discover Knitting America and Susan's other writings (https://susanstrawn.com/writing/) Knits of Yore (https://shop.longthreadmedia.com/products/knits-of-yore-download-in-hd) video The Gaman Mittens pattern (https://farmfiberknits.com/library/a8gLt51DTaq9lHTnogF0gA/) is available in the Farm & Fiber Knits library or in PieceWork September/October 2017. (https://shop.longthreadmedia.com/products/piecework-september-october-2017-digital-edition) Read about Susan's visit (https://farmfiberknits.com/cotswold-sheep-and-benedictine-nuns-of-shaw-island/) to the nuns of Shaw Island and their flock of Cotswold sheep No Idle Hands: The Social History of American Knitting (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/104985/no-idle-hands-by-anne-l-macdonald/) by Anne L. MacDonald A History of Hand Knitting (https://archive.org/details/historyofhandkni0000rutt/) by Richard Rutt Blazing Star Journal (https://www.agarts.org/blazing-star-literary-journal-archives/) from AgArts This episode is brought to you by: Treenway Silks is where weavers, spinners, knitters and stitchers find the silk they love. Select from the largest variety of silk spinning fibers, silk yarn, and silk threads & ribbons at TreenwaySilks.com (https://www.treenwaysilks.com/). You'll discover a rainbow of colors, thoughtfully hand-dyed in Colorado. Love natural? Treenway's array of wild silks provide choices beyond white. If you love silk, you'll love Treenway Silks, where superior quality and customer service are guaranteed.

For the British architect John Pawson, minimalism isn't just a design philosophy, but a life philosophy—with his 1996 book, Minimum, serving as a defining jumping-off point. Over the course of more than four decades, Pawson has quietly amassed a global following by distilling spaces, objects, and things down to their most essential. With projects ranging from his career-defining Calvin Klein Collection flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York City, completed in 1995, to a remote monastery complex in the Czech Republic he's been building for Cistercian monks of the Trappist order for more than 25 years; from hotels in Los Angeles, Madrid, and Tel Aviv to London's Design Museum; from private homes in Colorado, Greece, Japan, Sweden, and beyond, to a chair and cookware; from lamps and linens to doorknobs, bowls, to even a steak knife, Pawson's tightly focused yet seemingly boundless practice places him in a category all his own.On the episode—our fourth “site-specific” taping of Time Sensitive, recorded at Pawson's country home in the Cotswolds—he discusses the problems he sees with trying to turn minimalism into a movement; his deep-seated belief in restraint, both in life and in architecture; and his humble, highly refined approach to creating sacred spaces.Special thanks to our Season 11 presenting sponsor, L'École, School of Jewelry Arts.Show notes:[08:06] Tetsuka House (2005)[08:06] “John Pawson's Approach to Making Life Simpler”[08:06] Shiro Kuramata[08:06] Katsura Imperial Villa[08:06] North York Moors[12:41] “Minimum” (1996)[12:41] Sen no Rikyū[17:35] Calvin Klein Collections Store (1995)[17:35] Ian Schrager[17:35] Paul Goldberger[17:35] Cathay Pacific (1998)[20:59] “Elements of Style” (1959) by William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White[20:59] “Plain Space” (2010)[20:59] Raymond Carver[23:08] Bruce Chatwin[23:08] “Wabi”[23:08] Chatwin Apartment (1982)[26:26] Deyan Sudjic[28:12] Ryōan-ji[31:11] “John Pawson: Making Life Simpler” (2023)[30:16] Neuendorf House (1989)[30:16] Tilty Barn (1995)[37:19] Claudio Silvestrin[37:51] Philip Johnson[40:49] Home Farm (2019)[40:49] “Home Farm Cooking” (2021)[47:18] Bill Brandt[55:46] Hester van Royen Apartment (1981)[56:36] Casa Malaparte[56:36] Mies van der Rohe[56:36] Barcelona Pavilion[59:356] The Design Museum (2016)[59:356] Farnsworth House[59:356] “Inside the Brick House, Philip Johnson's Private Playground”[1:02:26] Pawson House (1999)[1:05:53] The Feuerle Collection (2016)[1:10:33] Abbey of Our Lady of Nový Dvůr (2004)[1:21:54] Pieter Jansz. Saenredam 

Message from Sid Druen on April 27, 2025

Director of operations at The Batsford Foundation Stuart Priest has led a rich life in horticulture, starting with an apprenticeship with Blakedown Nurseries followed by a National Diploma in Hardy Nursery Stock at Pershore College. He joined Batsford Arboretum in 1986 after an opportunity came up to open a nursery at the Cotswolds attraction.After developing a successful hardy fern production line, he decided to pivot away from the stresses of growing plants towards garden retail, installed a garden centre within the nursery site and built a garden visitors centre. Two years ago Batsford added a restaurant.The arboretum houses collections of birch, maple, oak, ash, lime, magnolia, mountain ash, pine, fir, spruce and many other rare trees.Priest discusses the origins of the arboretum through to current challenges including dealing with extreme weather events as well as strategies to attract visitors throughout the year.A series of droughts prompted a decision to build a three million litre lake, which has also become an "absolute magnet" for wildlife.He says extreme weather events have become more common but his reaction to losses is now more philosophical - as there are also gains.In high winds "some of the veteran trees are dropping boughs, going over and it used to be really upsetting...now we've just assured ourselves that one big tree goes, it opens up a massive planting place."We're able to grow a vast amount of plants, different sorts of species now that 20-odd years ago we wouldn't dreamt of trying". Batsford has invested hundreds of thousands of pounds in an extensive solar panel network in which generated £10,000 "in a dull year" to help offset Batsford's £60,000 electric bill. And he hopes to generate more when further solar panels set to adorn a new workshop facility and tractor shed are added to the network.A passionate horticulturist, Priest ends the podcast with a heartfelt plea: "The comradeship is brilliant in horticulture and we've got to encourage the youngsters to come into it." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 of the Cotswolds, and the unique experiences she offers to travelers. The conversation delves into the geography and appeal of the Cotswolds, the cultural differences between American tourists and locals, and the impact of film tourism on the region. Roanna shares insights on hidden gems, memorable encounters with clients, and her favorite spots in the Cotswolds, emphasizing the importance of savoring the experience rather than rushing through it. Links The RSS Brand Website Cotswold VIP RSS Brand on Instagram Friends of Anglotopia Club Filkins and the Cotswold Woolen Weavers Bibury and Arlington Row cottages Broadway Tower (with views of up to 10-12 counties) Castle Combe Kelmscott Manor (William Morris's summer home) Buscot Park (National Trust property) Great Tew and the Falkland Arms pub The Rollright Stones (ancient stone circle) Sherbourne Estate (National Trust walk) Chavenage House (filming location for "Rivals") Lechlade on Thames Takeaways Roanna Stromberg-Smith is a proud female founder who launched her tour guide business in her 50s. The Cotswolds is an area of outstanding natural beauty, known for its picturesque villages and rich history. Roanna's background in retail and customer service enhances her tour guiding skills. Lechlade is a charming village that offers easy access to the River Thames and surrounding areas. Personalized tours allow for a deeper connection to the Cotswolds and its hidden gems. Cultural differences exist between American tourists and local experiences in the Cotswolds. Film tourism has increased interest in the Cotswolds, particularly locations featured in popular shows. Roanna emphasizes the importance of savoring the Cotswolds rather than rushing through it. Hidden gems like the Rollright Stones and Kelmscott Manor offer unique experiences away from the crowds. Memorable moments during tours often arise from unexpected encounters with local culture. Sound Bites "The Cotswolds is the place to savor and soak up and enjoy. It's not a place to be rushed." - Roanna Stromberg "I'm bespoke, I'm hands-on, I'm very warm but professional, and hopefully you're feeling that you've had an immersion into English life with me." - Roanna Stromberg on her tour experience "I've been building my little black book of the Cotswolds with all my contacts. I can often add an extra layer of something special, whether it's meeting the owner or seeing the artist in his studio." "Each tour is unique. There's nothing cookie-cutter about it. It's tailor-made for your holiday, your trip." "In the Cotswolds, basically, if a friend comes for the weekend, you can wow them at every turn. I mean, that's just the pubs!" "It's not a movie set - it's real and people live here. I think that's the reaction - the gratitude that you're immersed in it." "If you're lucky enough to be here, allow lots of time. I always say less is more." "What makes the Cotswolds so special is that network of British countryside paths and footpaths and bridleways that is unusual for Americans." "I don't think it's possible for anybody to be in the Cotswolds and be unhappy at the same time." - Jonathan Thomas "It's that sense of history, the depth and the layers that Americans find so fascinating, and that I'm so proud to demonstrate." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Cotswolds and Rowanna's Journey 05:42 Life in Letchlade and Its Significance 09:57 The Unique Experience of Cotswold Tours 20:43 Understanding the Cotswolds: Geography and Appeal 30:23 The Importance of a Slow Travel Experience 33:05 Exploring the Cotswolds: A Scenic Journey 39:25 Film Tourism and Its Impact 45:56 Cultural Differences in Travel 49:51 Memorable Experiences in Guiding 56:06 Rapid Fire Questions: Insights and Favorites 01:03:13 anglotopia-podcast-outro.mp4 Video Version

Message from Mark Upton on April 20, 2025

In this special episode, historian Corinne Fowler joins EMPIRE LINES live with visual artist and researcher Ingrid Pollard, linking rural British landscapes, buildings, and houses, to global histories of transatlantic slavery, through their book, Our Island Stories: Country Walks Through Colonial Britain (2024).Though integral to national identity in Britain, the countryside is rarely seen as having anything to do with British colonialism. In Our Island Stories, historian Corinne Fowler brings together rural life and colonial rule, through ten country walks with various companions. These journeys combine local and global history, connecting the Cotswolds to Calcutta, Dolgellau to Virginia, and Grasmere to Canton. They also highlight how the British Empire transformed rural lives, whether in Welsh sheep farms or Cornish copper mines, presenting both opportunity and exploitation.Corinne explains how the booming profits of overseas colonial activities directly contributed to enclosure, land clearances, and dispossession in England. They highlight how these histories, usually considered separately, persist in the lives of their descendants and our landscapes today. We explore the two-way flows of colonial plant cultures, as evident in WIlliam Wordsworth's 19th century poems about daffodils, as contemporary works of literature by Chinua Achebe and Grace Nichols.Contemporary artist - and walking companion - Ingrid Pollard shares their research into ferns, seeds, and magic, across Northumberland, the Lake District, and South West England, Ingrid details histories of lacemaking in Devon and Cornwall, and we explore representations of ‘African' and Caribbean flowers in art. Bringing together Ingrid and Corinne's works, installed at the exhibition, Invasion Ecology, at Southcombe Barn on Dartmoor, we also explore their previous collaborations including the project, Colonial Countryside: National Trust Houses Reimagined. Plus, Corinne questions ‘cancel culture' in the British media and academia, drawing on their experiences as Professor of Colonialism and Heritage in Museum Studies at the University of Leicester.Our Island Stories: Country Walks Through Colonial Britain by Corinne Fowler is published by Penguin, and available in all good bookshops and online. You can pre-order the paperback, released on 1 May 2025. This episode was recorded live as part of the programme for Invasion Ecology, co-curated by Jelena Sofronijevic for Radical Ecology, and Vashti Cassinelli at Southcombe Barn, an arts space and gardens on Dartmoor. The central group exhibition, featuring Ingrid Pollard, Iman Datoo, Hanna Tuulikki, Ashish Ghadiali, Fern Leigh Albert, and Ashanti Hare, ran from 1 June to 10 August 2024.The wider programme featured anti-colonial talks and workshops with exhibiting artists, writers, researchers, and gardeners, reimagining more empathic connections between humans, plants, animals, and landscapes. For more information, follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radical Ecology⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Southcombe Barn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on social media, and visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠radicalecology.earth/events/invasion-ecology-exhibition⁠⁠⁠⁠.Watch the full video conversation online, via Radical Ecology: https://vimeo.com/995929731And find all the links in the first Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8cyHX2I28You can also listen to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMPIRE LINES x Invasion Ecology Spotify playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, for episodes with Paul Gilroy, Lubaina Himid, Johny Pitts, and Imani Jacqueline Brown, plus partners from the University of Exeter, KARST, CAST, and the Eden Project in Cornwall.PRODUCER: Jelena Sofronijevic.Follow EMPIRE LINES on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/empirelinespodcast⁠And Twitter: ⁠twitter.com/jelsofron/status/1306563558063271936⁠Support EMPIRE LINES on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/empirelines

Jaine Rose lives in the Cotswold town of Stroud, happily making art in her plant-filled and colourful studio in the corner her attic house. She's had a pretty wild journey through art, parenthood, and the alchemy of women's circles and rituals. He work is an ongoing enquiry into women's spirituality which I see as the dynamic and ever-changing way that we reclaim our innate connection to a vast realm of magic. She works unapologetically with bold and vibrant colour, combining portraits, with flowers, magical creatures, trees and hills and other wonderful, often abstract details. Says Jaine, “I could talk endlessly about witchcraft, and our beautiful land that is worth fighting for. Or my insane love of cats, all animals, starry skies, lying in woodlands staring up at the trees, of all the things that fill me with wonder. Also all the things that have the power to move me, or even break my heart. So many stories, we all carry them. And so I ponder this as I travel relentlessly and obsessively between the oceans of the West, and the oceans of the East, magical places where witches be. My heart places.” www.jainerose.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jaineroseart - for her artwork www.instagram.com/jainerose123 - pieces of lifeWe talked aboutHer concept of the Competent ArtistHow she creates artHer move from pottery to visual art, and the place of writing in her workColour and what it means to herMoving through grief with creativityHer creation of her Witch's rosaryHer experience of “the lights”How magic changes as we get olderIn the extended edition - access for just $3+ on www.patreon.com/lucyhpearce we talked about:Trauma and storytellingArt and activismThe Red Hearth – a powerful women's circle she is part ofResources:Earth Pathways Diary Lucy Rie Hans Coper Barbara Hepworth Francis Weller Emerson College (UK) Bayo Akomolafe Anita Roddick Kesty Jakes and Sladebank Woods Starhawk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Message from Mark Upton on April 13, 2025

Paul Hargreaves, CEO of Cotswold Fayre & Flourish, is transforming the food industry with a people-first, planet-conscious approach. A B Corp leader and award-winning entrepreneur, Paul champions servant-hearted leadership and sustainability, proving that purpose-driven businesses thrive.00:33- About Paul HargreavesPaul is the Chief Executive Officer of Cotswold Fayre & Flourish, a specialty food and drink wholesale business. He's the author of two books, "Forces for Good" & "The Fourth Bottom Line".

Meghan Markle’s long-awaited lifestyle launch, As Ever, was supposed to be a moment of reinvention. Instead? It’s gone sideways faster than a Cotswolds cream tea in the rain. Zoë Kravitz and her new co-star Austin Butler have taken their on-screen sizzle straight into real life — quietly coupling up after bonding on the set of their raunchy new film. The 54-year-old “Live with Kelly and Mark” star just dropped jaws baring his chiseled body and reminding everyone that mid-50s is the new 25. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick O'Donnell visits the Cotswolds to sit down with talented florist and author Willow Crossley in her 17th century home. Against this backdrop of colour and creativity, including a mural hand painted in Brassica and Cooking Apple Green, the pair explore everything from nature to her mantra of ‘living life well'. Willow shares the emotions behind her colour choices, from Yellow Ground, reflecting her carefree childhood in Wales, to vibrant Bamboozle, a nod to her youthful days in London. Learn about the colours featured in each episode hereSee the colours of Willow's life hereFollow Willow on Instagram hereFollow us on Instagram here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meteorite falls are extremely rare and offer a glimpse of the processes that formed our world billions of years ago. When a space rock came to an English market town in 2021, scientists raced to find as much out as they could By Helen Gordon. Read by Sasha Frost. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

Message from Mark Upton on March 23, 2025

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to reflect on the final moments of the Cheltenham Festival and to look ahead. Today, they are joined by Henry de Bromhead, with a lengthy debrief on his Cheltenham runners and plans for Aintree, Punchestown and beyond. Plus, Sean Graham, with a bold route ahead for Triumph Hurdle shocker Poniros and news on Energumene. Cotswolds hotelier and publican Nathan Eades joins the show to discuss the impact and cause of falling Festival crowds, while rookie trainer Stephen Thorne talks about his remarkable start following another milestone at the Curragh yesterday.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to reflect on the final moments of the Cheltenham Festival and to look ahead. Today, they are joined by Henry de Bromhead, with a lengthy debrief on his Cheltenham runners and plans for Aintree, Punchestown and beyond. Plus, Sean Graham, with a bold route ahead for Triumph Hurdle shocker Poniros and news on Energumene. Cotswolds hotelier and publican Nathan Eades joins the show to discuss the impact and cause of falling Festival crowds, while rookie trainer Stephen Thorne talks about his remarkable start following another milestone at the Curragh yesterday.

Message from Andrew King on March 16, 2025

Walking in the Cotswolds, a man encounters a strange garden with unfinished walls and its even stranger owner. But what – or who – is this fortress designed to keep out?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE GARDEN THAT WAS DESOLATE” by Ulric Daubeny (1919).CREATOR'S NOTE: These recordings contain sound effects and music because that's what I personally like to listen to, and what I enjoy making. As you will see from the comments, a lot of the listeners also like it. If it's not your thing, please feel free to listen to the many other narrators who are voice-only. They will be glad to hear from you.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic event rider Mike Winter. Mike Winter is a Canadian event rider who has represented his country in numerous international competitions, including the Olympic Games, Pan American Championships, and FEI World Championships. He competed in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics and most recently in the 2024 Paris Olympics with his horse, El Mundo. In 2023, Mike and El Mundo were part of the gold medal-winning Canadian team at the Santiago Pan American Games. Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, Mike runs Wayfarer Eventing alongside his wife and daughter, Emma and Amelia Winter. Together, they source, produce, and compete horses at the prestigious 5* level of eventing. In this episode, Mike discusses topics related to social licensing and horse welfare, including: • The responsibility of riders and trainers to advocate for ethical training methods. • Creating a sustainable sport by improving retirement processes and ensuring accountability in post-career management. • Comparing UK vs. US training cultures and how they approach balancing athleticism with trainability. • Restructuring Canada's high-performance program to help ensure the sport evolves in the best interest of the horse. Join Mike and Sinead in this exciting conversation about the most pressing topics shaping the world of eventing.

I am so excited to share this episode with you all! And I have some big news to share with you! But first, I want to thank you for the way you have showed up during my book release. The pre-orders, the shares on social media and all the supportive messages and love have meant more to you than you'll ever know. Now let's keep going and get this book into the hands of as many people as we can. It is already changing lives! If you haven't ordered your book yet, you can get it here.   Now onto the show! My guest today is Jaime Fenwick, the founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, lover of slow and intentional travel, photographer and home schooling mom of 3.  Jaime loves the idea of bringing the inspiration of any kind of travel, and especially slow travel, home to her family and day to day life. One of the ways she does this is with her women's walking retreats in the Cotswolds of England. AND THE BIG NEWS IS: I get to team up with Jaime on this trip and you can come! Each aspect of these retreats are designed by Jaime. She is a gifted planner and detail oriented and has created these retreats to be so fulfilling in every way. First, it is a gift to have all the details planned for you. No decision fatigue! Jaime has all the details taken care of—where we'll sleep each night (quaint and cozy inns!) where we'll eat (local restaurants and pubs!) and the beautiful section of the trail that we'll walk through the Cotswolds. Luggage is ferried from place to place for us and we only carry a day pack and hiking poles. How incredible it will be to unplug, slow down from our frantic pace of life and enjoy in nature and together. For you it might be a time to find space to celebrate, heal, connect with your soul, with God, or with a friend. It might be a time to adventure, have fun, or seek creative inspiration. No matter what, I know it will be good for us, mind, body and spirit. Want to come?? You can get more details about the trip right here!  Where to find Jaime: Find Jaime's website here Find Jaime on Instagram here Find trip details here The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Message from Mark Upton on March 9, 2025

In this episode of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with Daniel Hancock from Bath Insider Tours about the enchanting city of Bath and its surrounding areas. Daniel shares his journey from a market research career to becoming a tour guide, driven by his passion for travel.The discussion covers a variety of tour options in and around Bath, including Bridgerton and Jane Austen themed tours, as well as day trips to iconic sites like Wells, Glastonbury, The Cotswolds, and Stonehenge. Daniel emphasizes the unique experiences offered on his tours and provides practical tips for visitors.⭐️ Guest - Daniel Hancock from Bath Insider Tours