
Where would you go to rest and retreat, in good times and bad?
Katherine May, author of Wintering and Enchantment, asks her guests to share their idea of a perfect sanctuary. Drawing on memory, inspiration and imagination, she explores the things we seek out when we need to restore our joy, hope and energy.
It begins with a forest clearing. What will we find there? A log cabin or a grand hotel? W... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 81 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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A deliciously glamorous escape to the snowy setting of a luxury Swiss chalet hotel where 1920s faded English aristocracy meets 1950s Hollywood starlet decadence.
Maribou-trimmed silk pajamas and well-stocked libraries with crackling fires abound in... more
Floor to ceiling windows overlooking a temperate blue ocean off the coast of New Zealand is where this week’s guest, journalist and author Poorna Bell, dreams of rest and retreat.
Since the death of her husband in 2015, Poorna has become well-versed... more
Prolific author of nine books and writer behind the Substack phenomenon The Hyphen, Emma Gannon takes us away for a whole year to her imaginary retreat in Palm Springs, where she plans to indulge almost solely in her number one favourite pastime - r... more
Settling in amongst the sparkling sea views and scented coniferous trees of Corfu, writer Mike Sowden tells Katherine why he is ditching the concept of escape to run towards places and people with enthusiasm and curiosity.
Conjuring up a beautiful... more
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This podcast makes me feel so hopeful for the future. Katherine’s takes are so very thoughtful and her guests are wonderful.
Katherine’s introductions to each episode brings in the listener so you feel like you’re with her in the conversation from the very start. It’s fascinating to hear what her different guests think and feel about rest, what rest ideally looks like for them and their challenges around finding and creating a sense of rest. What I love most about The Clearing is that it’s the most real, honest and relatable conversation about rest I’ve found, to date, which is why I think it’s an important as well th... more
This podcast feels like a real antidote to our fast paced, overwhelming world, I love it.
Loved this episode with Andy J. Pizza. I found you last year on his podcast & read Wintering as a result (loved that too). Myazaki & Muppets & the Yorkshire Dales: retreat perfection.
I am loving this podcast & all things Katherine May. I really connect with her content and want more - it’s been great to soak up her taste and find more content in this genre.
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This podcast engages in thoughtful conversations that explore the concepts of rest, retreat, and personal sanctuary in the face of life's challenges. Through discussions with various guests, the host uncovers their ideal places for solace and rejuvenation, offering insight into what sustains individuals during difficult times. Topics such as creativity, parenting, neurodiversity, and personal growth frequently surface, reflecting a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives. Each episode is characterized by a genuine warmth and intimacy, making it both comforting and enlightening for listeners seeking deeper connections with the themes of resilience and self-care. The podcast shines by blending personal narratives with broader cultural d... more
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Recent guests on The Clearing include:
1. Daisy Buchanan
2. Poorna Bell
3. Emma Gannon
4. Mike Sowden
5. Ece Temelkuran
6. Martha Beck
7. Rowan Mangan
8. Melissa Hemsley
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