The Inside Story Teacast

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Bridging the gap between Britain and the USA, The Inside Story Teacast is hosted by Lucy and Michael, who share their cross-cultural insights. Each episode tackles all things British, from quirky traditions and surprising cultural differences to practical advice for traveling across the British Isles. Inside Story Travel hosts story-led retreats across Great Britian, taking you on journeys off the beaten path. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  1. Oct 19

    Foraging and Herbal Medicine in Edinburgh and Glasgow - Inside Story Teacast - Ep.13

    Put the kettle on and come foraging with us in Edinburgh. Lucy talks to Catriona and Soraya of Grass Roots Remedies, a worker's co-operative in Edinburgh and Glasgow who believe herbal medicine is the medicine of the people and should be open to everyone. We talk about the wild plants growing all around us in Scotland, even in the city, and how to gather them gently and well. From nettles and hawthorn to the remedies, teas and infused vinegars you can make in your own kitchen, this is a lovely, practical way into foraging and plant lore, whether you are a complete beginner or already have a basket on your arm. In this episode: • How Catriona and Soraya came to herbalism and foraging • Low impact, ecological foraging and how to forage responsibly in Britain • Common wild plants in Scotland and their food and medicinal uses • Simple home remedies, herbal teas and seasonal recipes • Community herbalism and the Wester Hailes Community Herbal Medicine Clinic • Tips for visitors who want to try foraging on a trip to Scotland About Grass Roots Remedies Grass Roots Remedies is a worker's co-operative based in Edinburgh and Glasgow. They run practical herbal medicine and foraging courses online and in person, run the Wester Hailes Community Herbal Medicine Clinic, grow herbs in their medicine garden at the Lauriston Agroecology Farm in North Edinburgh, and make simple resources so people can practise herbalism at home. Foraging walks and courses with Grass Roots Remedies • Foraging and herbal walks: seasonal walks in and around Edinburgh, including community orchards and their herb garden at Lauriston Farm. Gentle, slow walks with a herbal tea along the way. • Wild Things foraging course: a course in wild food and medicine. Join in person in Edinburgh (at Lauriston Farm) or Glasgow (at their allotment in Pollok Park) or take it fully online from anywhere in the world. • Grass Roots Herbal Foundations: a longer course for anyone who wants to become a home or community herbalist, online or blended with time at the herb farm. • Workshops: seasonal remedy making and plant sessions through the year. • Pricing: courses are offered on a sliding scale. Website: grassrootsremedies.co.uk Email: hello@grassrootsremedies.co.uk Instagram and Facebook: @grassrootsremedies

  2. Oct 16

    Sea Shanties from Bude with the Barrel Seagals - Inside Story Teacast Ep.12

    Grab a mug and come down to the harbour. Lucy talks to the Barrel Seagals, an all-female shanty crew from Bude on the North Cornwall coast, who take the old sea shanties sung by sailors and fishermen and rework them from a woman's point of view. We hear how the crew came together, the songs of the Cornish coast, what it means to sing the sea in the place it belongs, and why a shanty still makes everyone join in. And yes, there is singing. About the Barrel Seagals The Barrel Seagals are an all-female shanty crew from Bude in Cornwall, known for rich harmonies, lively sea songs and a playful, modern twist on the tradition. They sing at festivals, harbours and community events across Cornwall and Devon, including Plymouth Pirates Weekend and the Bude Sea Shanty Festival, which raises money for the RNLI. Follow and see the Barrel Seagals Dates of upcoming performances are posted on their website and social media. https://seashanties4all.com/groups-artists/barrel-seagals/ • Bookings: barrelseagals@gmail.com Sing with the Barrel Seagals in Cornwall Sea, Song and Sanctuary, North Cornwall, 9 to 16 September 2028 Sea, Song and Sanctuary is a womens only, eco spiritual retreat on the North Cornwall coast for fifteen guests, based at Atlanta on Trevone Bay. Led by Mary DeJong of Waymarkers, the week follows sacred sites, holy wells and Arthurian legend at Tintagel, St Nectan's Glen, Boscastle and Bodmin Moor, with wild swimming, beach fire feasts, Cornish folk tales and a linocut workshop. On the last day the Barrel Seagals join us on the harbour to sing, and to help the group write a shanty chorus of our own. Find out more and register at insidestorytravel.com, or book a call on the retreat page. Listen and follow The Inside Story Teacast is where we put the kettle on and talk to the people who know Britain from the inside: growers, makers, storytellers and keepers of old traditions. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen, and if you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or share it with a friend. It really does help others find us. Inside Story Travel creates story-led retreats and bespoke private trips across Britain for guests traveling from North America. Find our retreats, the Teacast and our Journal at: insidestorytravel.com. @insidestorytravel.com

  3. Oct 3

    Storytelling with Mike O'Connor (Part 2) - Inside Story Teacast Ep.11

    Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. https://www.insidestorytravel.com inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  4. Sep 26

    Storytelling with Mike O'Connor (Part 1) - Inside Story Teacast Ep.10

    Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ mailto:inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  5. Sep 19

    Fowlscombe Farm feat. Caitlin Owens - Inside Story Teacast Ep.8

    Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ mailto:inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  6. Sep 12

    Real British Beer feat. Ken Lush of Uley Brewery - Inside Story Teacast Ep.9

    Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ mailto:inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  7. Sep 5

    Into the Weeds of British Folklore - Inside Story Teacast Ep.7

    On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

  8. May 21

    What is Regenerative Travel? - Inside Story Teacast Ep.6

    Inside Story Travel curates a handful of story-led retreats across Britain, built around the myth, legend and folklore of a place and the people who keep it alive. We work alongside local storytellers, historians, chefs and guides so guests come away feeling the true character of where they have been. In addition, we create bespoke trips and written itineraries for people who want Britain made to their measure, whether on its own or stitched around a retreat. On the Inside Story Teacast we sit down with the locals and experts who know their corner of their region best, and we share the practical advice that makes travelling in Britain easier, from driving on the left to where to find a proper pub. Pour yourself a cuppa, settle in, and come and gather. Stay for the story. https://www.insidestorytravel.com inquiries@insidestorytravel.com https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

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Bridging the gap between Britain and the USA, The Inside Story Teacast is hosted by Lucy and Michael, who share their cross-cultural insights. Each episode tackles all things British, from quirky traditions and surprising cultural differences to practical advice for traveling across the British Isles. Inside Story Travel hosts story-led retreats across Great Britian, taking you on journeys off the beaten path. https://www.insidestorytravel.com/ inquiries@insidestorytravel.com

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  • Creator
    Inside Story Travel
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Inside Story Travel
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    The Inside Story Teacast