The Plodcast
Our MediaBBC Countryfile Magazine brings you The Plodcast - a weekly escape to the British countryside with fascinating guests and the wonders of the great outdoors. Enjoy a new escape into the countryside every Tuesday and wind down with our Sound Escapes on a Friday. Find out more about us at www.countryfile.com/podcast Subscribe to the print version of BBC Countryfile Magazine at www.buysubscrip... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 541 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelScienceSociety & CultureNature | |||
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To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the opening of Britain's most famous long-distance footpath, Plodcast host Fergus met folk singer Johnny Campbell to walk part of the route.
Johnny is spending 19 days walking the entire route from Derbyshire to ... more
We're on the cusp of spring but winter clings on in rasping voices of ravens. As you walk in the cold sunlight of early March across a field to a stand of trees, starling song cascades, while skylarks erupt sporadically, dreaming of warmer days. But ... more
This week, join Plodcast host Fergus Collins as he explores a local woodland for the first time in search of a legendary woodpecker – with gorgeous birdsong along the way.
Plus, author Kerri Andrews reads from her powerful new book: Pathfinding: On ... more
A muddy farm track separates willow woodland from a wide expanse of marshland. You pause to listen to linnets commuting from wood to water meadow while a chaffinch chortles a joyful tune, laughing at the sunshine. Meanwhile, the first chiffchaff of t... more
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- My favourite podcast
The only podcast I can bear when everything seems unbearable. Thank you Fergus and team for the true magic you bring each week. I don’t know what I’d do without you!
Apple Podcasts5Maddie3Swims
Australia2 months ago - A country ramble with a knowledgable friend
The Plodcast is pure pleasure: you feel like you're out hiking with Fergus and the team, as they conjure up the landscape, and share their deep knowledge of birdsong and other rural topics. Add what's more, we're sometimes invited to join them in the pub (well, studio) afterwards - to join them for countryside stories, soundclips and silliness.
Apple Podcasts5Listener58
United Kingdom2 months ago - My daily commute
I listen to the podcast on my way to work, which is a journey consisting of country roads and lanes and it always really sets me up for the day.
It’s a journey that I never get tired of, as I’m surrounded by nature and having Fergus and the team along for the ride just makes it all the more, enjoyable.
Keep up the good work, as I absolutely love what you all do.
Very best wishes to you all.
Craig
Apple Podcasts5%%#%**%United Kingdom2 months ago - Absorbing podcasts
Love the varied content, voices, and the music by Blair Dunlop! Blissful, apart from (as others have mentioned) the jarring adverts.
Apple Podcasts5ShirleyivyUnited Kingdom3 months ago - Knights Templar
This is a really fascinating episode, more so for me as I have visited the area and castles. The wildlife and environment observations bring the walk to life, and there was so much history that I wasn’t aware of. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts5TroutinbootsUnited Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #102 |  United States/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | United Kingdom/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #25 |  Canada/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #227 | Canada/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #25 | Australia/Science/Nature |
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What is The Plodcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This audio series offers listeners a weekly journey into the calming and invigorating world of the British countryside, weaving together stories, sounds, and insights that celebrate the natural environment. Each episode features a blend of immersive soundscapes and engaging conversations with various guests, including authors, wildlife presenters, and musicians, who share their experiences and knowledge about nature, wildlife, and rural life. Known for its unique sound escape episodes, this series invites listeners to pause their busy lives and reconnect with the tranquility of nature, whether it’s through the soothing sounds of birdsong or the invigorating chatter of experts discussing environmental topics. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, th... more
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The Plodcast launched 11 years ago and published 541 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Plodcast include:
1. Kerri Andrews
2. Giles Croft
3. Mike Parker
4. Polly Atkin
5. Gillian Burke
6. Jon Whitley
7. Jay Labouchardiere
8. Helen Merrett
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