Jon Woolcott author of The Tattooed Hills talks about his connection and love for chalkland

Rob Cowen and the anonymous "A" talk about mystical and exquisite experiences on The North Road

Rob Cowen [https://robcowen.net] is one of the UK's most original writers of nature, place and people. He has won or been shortlisted for many prestigious awards. Stellar though Rob's background is, it does not prepare you for meeting him in person. Rob embodies the intuitive. There is magic about him and emotional truth. It was a dream come true for me to record a podcast with him - not only that but Rob's close friend the anonymous "A" in Rob's book "The North Road" [https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/439516/the-north-road-by-cowen-rob/9781804941393]sat down with us, too. It was  an incredible and humbling privilege to be in the presence of the friendship shared by Rob and A. As you can hear in the podcast their understanding is unique and very special. This podcast is a joy wherever and whenever you are! Enjoy :) Find Rob on Instagram @robbiecowen [https://www.instagram.com/robbiecowen/?hl=en]

Jon Woolcott author of The Tattooed Hills talks about his connection and love for chalkland

Not only is Jon Woolcott the author of The Tattooed Hills [https://guardianbookshop.com/the-tattooed-hills-9781805700265/] (Aurum) [https://www.quarto.com/Aurum] and Real Dorset (Seren) [https://www.serenbooks.com/?s=real+dorset] he is also a publisher himself as part of Little Toller. [https://www.littletoller.co.uk] Jon's knowledge of Dorset and chalk land is phenomenal. His connection to the landscape is moving and fascinating in equal measure. Plus Jon is of course an absolute expert, a fountain of knowledge for landscape especially in Dorset. This emerges in Jon's fantastic podcast. You will love it and want to listen again - such is the breadth and depth of Jon's knowledge. Settle down with tea and cake... catch Jon on Instagram @dorsetjonw [https://www.instagram.com/dorsetjonw/]. :) x

Jeni Bell aka Seeking Wild Sights on meeting foxes, relationship with land and the practice of noticing

Jeni Bell is immersed in the countryside and nature. This comes out in her writing - Jeni won the Nature Writing prize for Working Class Writers. She writes for publications like the Guardian, [https://www.theguardian.com/profile/jeni-bell] BBC Wildlife Magazine [https://www.discoverwildlife.com] and Simple Things. When I started this podcast Jeni was one of the people I hoped to speak with... finally the day arrived. It was worth the wait! Jeni's experience is profound and unique. This podcast will bring you joy and inspiration. Jeni is on Instagram as @seekingwildsights [https://www.instagram.com/seekingwildsights/] Keep an eye on Jeni's socials to join her for one of her nature writing workshops. :) xx

Monica Feria-Tinta Barrister For The Earth on her fawn and its beautiful friendship with a piglet

Monica Feria-Tinta [https://www.twentyessex.com/people/monica-feria-tinta/]is an international barrister, globally recognised for her groundbreaking work protecting the environment. She has won many awards and is author of the book A Barrister For The Earth published by Faber & Faber. [https://www.faber.co.uk/author/monica-feria-tinta/?srsltid=AfmBOor6CsIuSKg3pmb8DglHxi977MWMt-ZgaaYpjiPq6BpFXisxRkEp] Before I recorded this podcast with Monica I saw her speak at a sold out event with the Reading The Land Festival in Shaftesbury [https://www.shaftesburybookfestival.com]. I was blown away by her intellect, passion and commitment. I sat there thinking thank goodness we have Monica in the world. Her achievements are huge. I am sure she will continue to make a big difference for the world and nature in particular.  Only after Monica had finished her endless signings with Folde Bookshop in Shaftesbury [https://www.foldedorset.com] were we able to sit down and chat. As you will hear, Monica's commitment is predicated upon a deep love for nature. Her story of connection is beautiful and adorable. It is my great privilege to share it with you. Thank you.

Ella Hibbert - Ella In The Arctic - solo circumnavigator on meeting polar bears, seals, whales and nature at sea

Ella Hibbert [https://ellainthearctic.co.uk] is undertaking an extraordinary voyage - the first ever solo circumnavigation of the Arctic Circle. It is incredible to have the opportunity to speak with her. Ella's experience in the natural world is unique. To be able to speak with someone who spends a great deal of time on their own in cold seas was mind blowing. As you will hear, Ella is exceptional on many levels. Not just for her obvious sailing skill but also for her thoughtful insight into her relations with the world around her. Ella is absolutely wonderful. She is mesmerising and intuitive. I am deeply honoured and thrilled to bring you this podcast.