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#Railnatter

Gareth Dennis
Public Transport
HS2
High-Speed Rail
Climate Change
Network Rail
Labour Party
Transport Policy
Borders Railway
South Yorkshire
Electrification
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Independent Air Flight 1851
Euston Station
Sustainable Transport
Ireland's Railways
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Great British Railways

The world's leading independent railway podcast. Join award-winning rail engineer Gareth Dennis and many guests talking about all things TRAINS and TRANSPORT. #Railnatter goes out LIVE every Wednesday at 8pm, UK time, with the audio podcast following on all common platforms.

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Latest Episodes

Since 2020, Britain's railways have seen drastic cuts in timetabled services across much of the country. But what have these cuts done for overcrowding? How have they impacted on growth?

And which cities and operators are now chronically overcrowded... more

We've had a change in leadership for the country, but not for transport, and that means that the creation of GBR continues unaltered. In an episode of two halves, we'll first look at what the IDEAL railway organisation looks like, and how it fits int... more

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It's a corker tonight - the long-awaited network development episode for Yorkshire and the North East (outside of WY, SY and Tyne/Wear). Where are the gaps? What are the new bits of railway we need to maximise the railways' ability to get people and ... more

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Tonight, we’re talking about the Titfield Thunderbolt! To celebrate its re-release in 4K we’ll be speaking to the team behind its loving restoration, talking about its impact and where its predictions hit the mark (and where they perhaps didn’t) and ... more

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Recent Guests

Jo Grew
Joint Route Strategy Director for Great Western Railway and Network Rail
Great Western Railway and Network Rail
Episode: What Great British Railways should ACTUALLY be | #Railnatter 314
Johan Zeb
Technical manager for theatrical and restorations at Studio Canal UK
StudioCanal UK
Episode: The Titfield Thunderbolt Predicted Today's Transport Crisis | #Railnatter 312
Luke Ryan
Volunteer at the Talathlin (Talaithlin) Railway, social media/video creator
Tallathlin Railway
Episode: The Titfield Thunderbolt Predicted Today's Transport Crisis | #Railnatter 312
Michael C.
Journalist/rail correspondent reporting from Cambridge South
Network News / Cambridge South station coverage
Episode: Labour’s rail promises versus reality | #Railnatter 311
Charlotte Husnjak
Green Party candidate, Cardiff West or Cardiff Fun and Tav (per dialogue)
Green Party (Wales)
Episode: The truth about local elections and public transport | #Railnatter 307
Nathan Goldup-John
Green Party candidate, first candidate in Bruggeniog Tawenev / Brochagnog-Tawaneith (as per dialogue)
Green Party (Wales)
Episode: The truth about local elections and public transport | #Railnatter 307
Maryam Eslamdoust
General Secretary of the Transport Salaried Staffs Association (TSSA)
TSSA
Episode: Talking GBR, cost of living and Iran with TSSA’s Maryam Eslamdoust | #Railnatter 301
Josh Boerman
Co-host of multiple podcasts including The Worst of All Possible Worlds and Ill Conceived
The Worst of All Possible Worlds
Episode: What links Speed, Warriors and Roger Rabbit? | #Railnatter 298
Justin Roczniak
Rail engineer and commentator appearing as a guest
Railnatter guest
Episode: Justin Roczniak fixes Britain's railways | #Railnatter 297

Host

Gareth Dennis
Host of Railnatter; rail engineer with extensive industry experience; frequently provides analysis and commentary on rail policy and projects.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Democracy by live chat

    The only transport podcast which lets you post live questions via YouTube

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloud inversion
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A great way to keep up-to-date with current events on the UK and International railways, whilst also taking excursions into railway history.

    Originally created as a live stream video with maps, photos, etc. but I prefer to listen to the podcast whilst doing other activities; sometimes involving railways.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ben Coulson
    2 years ago
  • Excellent rail nerd chat

    Very concise and interesting about all things railway related.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calzbergi
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Very enjoyable nerdy chat

    I really like listening to Gareth and guests natter (and sometimes discuss in depth) about trains and public transport. I’ve learned a lot from the podcast. I’m really glad he goes to the extra bother of audio-only since I don’t get time to watch videos very often. I’m also really happy he’s trans-inclusive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pertusaria
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A great and insightful show

    This is a great show with a great community around it! So many knowledgeable and friendly people contribute to this show and bring it to life.

    Gareth’s an industry insider and has insights into things that don’t usually make the public media outside the industry’s circles.

    Well worth listening to for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LazyDev1921
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates inclusivity and depth; some note audio production could improve.
Highly technical, with strong insider industry insights and candid commentary.
Production quality or intro levels could be tightened on occasion.
Live Q&A via YouTube creates engaging, interactive discussions.
Community around the show is strong and knowledgeable, with frequent guest contributions enhancing credibility.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#44
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#38
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#222
Canada/Technology

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Why the British rail industry is SO complicated | #Railnatter 295
Q: Why did each of your guests choose the rail industry as opposed to any other?
Guests chose the rail industry motivated by the opportunity to serve communities, make significant impacts on the transport network, and the desire for unique career experiences.
Why the British rail industry is SO complicated | #Railnatter 295
Q: To what extent do you think passengers care about the complexity?
Passengers ultimately care about arriving at their destination on time for an affordable price with a safe experience, and while there's interest in the operational realities, the complexity itself may not significantly impact the services delivered.
The PWI has to change its name | #Railnatter 283
Q: Why 75% of all votes cast need to be in favour for the resolution to pass?
It is a standard requirement for an emergency motion like this to have a 75% super majority.
The PWI has to change its name | #Railnatter 283
Q: What's wrong with PWI being about Railways as well?
The name should be understood instantly. If someone hears the name and needs to spend time explaining what it is, it doesn't serve its purpose.
The PWI has to change its name | #Railnatter 283
Q: What's the difference between Institute and Institution?
An Institute refers to something founded for a specific purpose, while an Institution refers to a broad collection of people associated with a broad array of ideas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About #Railnatter

What is #Railnatter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A technically minded, transport-focused show that covers rail engineering, policy, and infrastructure with a sharp, informed host and a steady stream of guests from industry, unions, and public transport bodies. Episodes often dissect complex projects, funding and governance issues, and real-world operating challenges, while also weaving in cultural and political context. Noteworthy are on-site demonstrations, data-driven analyses, and candid debates about how to fix and modernize Britain's rail network, often with a bias toward practical solutions and accountable planning. The format tends to favor deep-dive discussions, technical context, and guest perspectives from engineering, policy, and advocacy communities, making it a go-to for prof... more

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Recent guests on #Railnatter include:

1. Jo Grew
2. Johan Zeb
3. Luke Ryan
4. Michael C.
5. Charlotte Husnjak
6. Nathan Goldup-John
7. Maryam Eslamdoust
8. Josh Boerman

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