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Country Life

Country Life
Gardening
Interior Design
Country Life
Scotland
London
Mental Health
Architecture
Country Life Magazine
Horses
Sustainability
Amazon Rainforest
Poetry
Wine
British Aristocracy
Chelsea Flower Show
Nature
Climate Change
Borders
Conservation
Blenheim Palace

Country Life magazine has been celebrating the best of life in Britain for over 126 years, from the castles and cottages that dot the land to the beautiful countryside around us.

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Latest Episodes

We’re taking a break, and while I’m not sure when we’ll be back, I am sure we will be back. The world of digital media moves quickly, which is somewhat anathema to the work we do at Country Life. While I have enjoyed every single episode we have made... more

Here at Country Life, we love the Chelsea Flower Show — and we know you do too.

So we're absolutely delighted to bring you this very special edition of the Country Life Podcast, recorded live in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, with Clive ... more

Britain is full of architectural talent and ideas. So why is our affordable housing in such a state?

'We need to think of unusual sites and then do something special with them,' says the architecture critic and writer Jonathan Glancey, who joins Ja... more

Bethany Handley was always an outdoorsy kid. Climbing mountains, crossing rivers or surfing in the sea near her home in South Wales, she lived and worked in the wild, with a job as an outdoor activity instructor.

All that changed in the matter of a ... more

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Norman Foster
Renowned architect discussed housing and city planning
Architect
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
James May
Television presenter and creator; discussed Lego build and his gin venture
Top Gear, James May's ventures
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Catherine (Katherine) Read
Scots countryside journalist and Rural Affairs correspondent
The Scotsman? (as described)
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Patrick Galbraith
Journalist; author of works on Britain's countryside
Daily Telegraph (environment correspondent/related roles)
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Eleanor Tauhty
Aristocracy expert; reports on British aristocracy and country houses
Country Life
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Oscar Dodds
Fortnum & Mason spirits and beer buyer; discussed Christmas pairings
Fortnum & Mason
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Ken Follett
Author; Pillars of the Earth discussions
Author
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Adrian Tinswood
Historian of Country Houses of Ireland
Historian
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast
Jonathan Glancy
Speaker on housing and 15-minute cities (as referenced)
Academic/Thought Leader
Episode: From Norman Foster and Ken Follett to James May's Lego and Sadam Hussein's Rolex: The best of the Country Life Podcast

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James Fisher
Host of Country Life Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • A gentle uplifting companion

    I have come to this podcast lately. It’s such an addition to my day with interesting interviewers and guests. Loved Bethany Handley - what a brave positive charming gal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barb M R
    Australia2 months ago
  • Very interesting

    Always with interesting and credible guests, James Fisher hosts a wonderful podcast that celebrates every inch of the Great British countryside.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annabelblackett
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Should be better

    Interesting guests, but wasted by an ill prepared and mediocre interviewer and poor sound quality. Production values not up to Country Life standard.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EJLoca
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Deserves a Better Host

    James Fisher is such a poor choice for a PodCast. His constant umm, sort of, yahs, yeah yeahs, etc ruin the flow. He also needs to be better prepared. The best episodes are driven by the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    58Terrier
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Enjoyable Listening!

    Very much enjoying these episodes. Filled with fascinating people, topics, and discussions. Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agatha Fan!
    United States2 years ago

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A few reviews note production or interview style inconsistencies but acknowledge strong value in the topics.

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70 years of housing hell — and how to make it stop: Jonathan Glancey on the Country Life Podcast
Q: What's your favorite place in the UK, and why does it matter to you as an architect or writer?
He cites Ren City Churches as a lifelong passion, noting how entering these spaces transports you and how they contrast with changing cityscapes, underscoring the emotional and experiential side of architecture.
70 years of housing hell — and how to make it stop: Jonathan Glancey on the Country Life Podcast
Q: What was your first job in architecture journalism, and how did that shape your career?
He describes starting as Assistant Editor at Architecture Review in London, a role that offered international exposure and the chance to meet many leading architects, shaping his long-running career as a critic and writer.
70 years of housing hell — and how to make it stop: Jonathan Glancey on the Country Life Podcast
Q: Where did you grow up and what inspired you to start writing about architecture?
Jonathan explains he grew up in London with a fascination for architecture, loving churches as a child, and developed an intrinsic curiosity about what lies behind doors, which drew him into writing about architecture.
Borders, identity, and the truth about Cornish independence, with Richard Collett
Q: What inspired you to write Along the Borders and what is it about?
Richard explains that the book chronicles a multi-year journey along Britain's borderlands to explore how borders shape histories, communities, and identities, and to find what unites the UK across regional divisions.
Do androids dream of electric cars, with Adam Hay-Nicholls
Q: What was the experience like researching the Commanding car culture around luxury brands and how a travel piece about heli-skiing came together when the activity was not actually done?
Adam describes adapting the trip narrative to emphasize atmosphere, locations, and moments of risk and discovery, turning a missed activity into a vivid travel feature about given surroundings and people.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Country Life

What is Country Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on architecture, gardening, country life, and culture through long-form conversations with people connected to the British countryside and design scene. Episodes often feature architects, editors, authors, photographers, real estate experts, and historians who share behind-the-scenes stories, design philosophies, and practical insights about homes, landscapes, and heritage. A standout pattern is the blend of high-brow culture and everyday living—honest anecdotes, craft, and sustainability intersect with market trends and travel. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful conversations about place, heritage, and the evolving English countryside, with occasional entertaining detours into fashion history, car culture, and celeb... more

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Recent guests on Country Life include:

1. Norman Foster
2. James May
3. Catherine (Katherine) Read
4. Patrick Galbraith
5. Eleanor Tauhty
6. Oscar Dodds
7. Ken Follett
8. Adrian Tinswood

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