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Talking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH2024 Ep02 3 Mother TheresaSeason 2024 – Talk 02.3 – Mother Teresa
In ‘Mother Teresa’ Graham Meade tells us the history of Saint Teresa of Calcutta.
The Burning House Debate:
This is the third in a series of short talks given to the members of the Farnham u3a World History group.
There are a number of famous people from history staying in the ‘burning house’. Each speaker pleads for their subject to be saved.
Early years:
I was born Agnes Gonj Bojadjou on 26th of August 1910 the youngest of three children. By blood I’m Albanian, by citizenship an...2025-02-2810 min
Movie Roulette Tuesday: The PodcastDrive-In MassacreSend us a textKarl closes out our “Memories From the Drive-In” theme by bringing the drive-in experience to the MRT studio! The MRT Crew reviews Drive-In Massacre, a 1976 film about two detectives investigating a series of sword murders at a local drive-in. We also discuss our favorite candy, and the most random things we’ve ever found where we least expected it. So come join us!**Theater management cannot be held responsible for the carnage and insanity this episode may cause. 2024-12-031h 16Talking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH2023 Ep16 When newspapers were pressedSeason 2023 – Talk 16 – When newspapers were pressed to be ‘right minded’
In ‘When newspapers were pressed to be ‘right minded” Andrew Cole tells us about the state’s efforts to control the press using taxes. A situation lasting for 140 years. We learn of the efforts to achieve today’s press freedom.
The issue:
Andrew tells us that we take today’s relatively free press in Britain today for granted. The authorities see the arrival of the printing press as a threat to those in authority. Their desire – control.
This talk explores how this is achieved. In partic...2024-08-2551 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH2023 Ep 13 The History DivideSeason 2023 – Talk 13- The History Divide
In ‘The History Divide’ Margaret Denyer, Alan Freeland, Andrew Cole, David Simpson and Richard Thomas give their views on the question ‘Whilst the Treaty of Versailles of 1919 ended the Allies war with Germany, did it lead to the outbreak of World War II in 1939?’
The Paris Peace Conference:
David Simpson opens by telling us about the Peace Conference and the key players.
Just four men, British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, U. S. President Thomas Woodrow Wilson, French Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau and Italia...2024-07-1458 min
Movie Roulette Tuesday: The PodcastThe Iron ClawSend us a textLet me tell ya somethin’ Mean Gene. In this week’s episode , the MRT Crew steps into the squared circle and enters the wild world of professional wrestling! We watch and review The Iron Claw, the true story of the fabled Von Erich wrestling family, and the triumphs and tragedies that befall them. We also talk about what makes a sport a sport, and whether professional wrestling should be considered a sport. And whatcha gonna do when the MRT Crew runs wild on YOU!2024-06-041h 13
The MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep05 17th to 30th April17th to 30th April – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 05 In ‘17th to 30th April’ MrT reports on two weeks of activity in the garden. To view the photographs that accompany this podcast: Please click on a thumbnail to open the gallery: It’s a late spring: One of the joys in MrT’s year … Continue reading "MRTGY Ep05 17th to 30th April"
The post MRTGY Ep05 17th to 30th April appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2023-05-3113 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep05 17th to 30th April17th to 30th April – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 05
In ‘17th to 30th April’ MrT reports on two weeks of activity in the garden.
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2023-05-3113 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep05 17th to 30th April17th to 30th April - MrT's Gardening Year - Episode 2023 05
In '17th to 30th April' MrT reports on two weeks of activity in the garden.
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It's a late spring:
One of the joys in MrT's year is when the beech hedge starts to come into leaf. The pale green leaves are soft and delicate at this stage which makes them susceptible to late frosts. Beech hedges also provide environmental benefits.
The large cooking apple tree is late blossoming. Last year it was...2023-05-3113 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep04 10th to 16th April10th to 16th April – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 04 In ‘10th to 16th April’ there is changeable weather in the garden with very heavy rain early in the week. To view the photographs that accompany this podcast: Please click on a thumbnail to open the gallery: Tuesday, April 11th: MrT puts his … Continue reading "MRTGY Ep04 10th to 16th April"
The post MRTGY Ep04 10th to 16th April appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2023-05-1409 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep04 10th to 16th April10th to 16th April - MrT's Gardening Year - Episode 2023 04
In '10th to 16th April' there is changeable weather in the garden with very heavy rain early in the week.
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Tuesday, April 11th:
MrT puts his Sweet Pea seedlings in the cold frame to harden off. Once he feels that they can withstand the weather they'll go into large containers where they'll spend the summer.
Because the weather is wet this afternoon MrT spends time in the greenhouse. It is time to...2023-05-1409 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep03 April 3rd to EasterApril 3rd to Easter - MrT's Gardening Year - Episode 2023 03
In 'April 3rd to Easter' MrT's week in his garden is punctuated by rain.
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Tuesday, April 4th:
A cold night with a frost first thing. The sun comes out and there are bees and butterflies gathering nectar from the grape hyacinths (Muscari). These have spread over the years and appear to be easy to grow!
MrT gives the lawn at the back of the house it's first cut of the year. The mower...2023-04-2907 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep03 April 3rd to EasterApril 3rd to Easter – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 03 In ‘April 3rd to Easter’ MrT’s week in his garden is punctuated by rain. To view the photographs that accompany this podcast: Please click on a thumbnail to open the gallery: Tuesday, April 4th: A cold night with a frost first thing. The … Continue reading "MRTGY Ep03 April 3rd to Easter"
The post MRTGY Ep03 April 3rd to Easter appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2023-04-2907 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY Ep03 April 3rd to EasterApril 3rd to Easter – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 03
In ‘April 3rd to Easter’ MrT’s week in his garden is punctuated by rain.
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Movie Roulette Tuesday: The PodcastNocturnal AnimalsSend us a textListen to the MRT Crew discuss movie theater etiquette, Rachael’s irrational disliking of Amy Adams, the difference between “this week” vs. “next week”, and our thoughts on Nocturnal Animals! Come join us for this episode of the MRT Podcast. Or is it the next episode? I don’t even know anymore. 2023-04-2554 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 02 March 27th to April 2ndMarch 27th to April 2nd – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 02 In ‘March 27th to April 2nd’ we join MrT in his garden as Spring marches forward rapidly. View the photographs that accompany this podcast: Please click on a thumbnail to open the gallery: Monday, March 27th: MrT starts his day by going … Continue reading "MRTGY 2023 02 March 27th to April 2nd"
The post MRTGY 2023 02 March 27th to April 2nd appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2023-04-1610 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 02 March 27th to April 2ndMarch 27th to April 2nd – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 02
In ‘March 27th to April 2nd’ we join MrT in his garden as Spring marches forward rapidly.
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2023-04-1610 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 02 March 27th to April 2ndMarch 27th to April 2nd - MrT's Gardening Year - Episode 2023 02
In 'March 27th to April 2nd' we join MrT in his garden as Spring marches forward rapidly.
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Monday, March 27th:
MrT starts his day by going into the greenhouse because he wants to see how things are progressing. The trailing lobelia seeds are now germinating, however it will be a few weeks before they can be pricked out.
The first of the Amarylis (Hippeastrum) bulbs is starting to show a flower head. A q...2023-04-1610 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 01 March 20th to 26thMarch 20th to 26th – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 01
In ‘March 20th to 26th’ we follow MrT as he prepares his garden for the Spring.
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2023-04-0410 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 01 March 20th to 26thMarch 20th to 26th – MrT’s Gardening Year – Episode 2023 01 In ‘March 20th to 26th’ we follow MrT as he prepares his garden for the Spring. View the photographs that accompany this podcast: Please click on a thumbnail to open the gallery: Monday, March 20th: This series starts on the Spring Equinox in … Continue reading "MRTGY 2023 01 March 20th to 26th"
The post MRTGY 2023 01 March 20th to 26th appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2023-04-0410 minThe MrT Podcast StudioMRTGY 2023 01 March 20th to 26thMarch 20th to 26th - MrT's Gardening Year - Episode 2023 01
In 'March 20th to 26th' we follow MrT as he prepares his garden for the Spring.
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Monday, March 20th:
This series starts on the Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. For many this is the first day of spring. Spring is many people's favourite season because it is a time of renewal in the world around us.
MrT has a very good show of Hellebores this year. They grow in the shade of an...2023-04-0410 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH2022 Ep09 InclosureSeason 2022 – Talk 09 – Inclosure
Inclosure – or in today’s spelling Enclosure – is a talk where Gillian Devine tells us about the effects of Inclosure on society. She takes the example of the Inclosure of parts of the Manor of Farnham.
What does ‘Inclosure’ mean?
Inclosure is the process where land that had previously been open to anyone became private property. It includes fencing the land, using walls and hedges to create private estates.
The ‘peasants’ farmed strips of land for centuries, Inclosure collects these together and removes the ‘peasants’ from the land.
The Board of Agricultu...2022-12-1929 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioFood for Thought TH 2021 Ep 15Season 2021 – Talk 15 – Food for Thought
In Food for Thought Andrew Cole tells us about diet through the ages and dispels many myths.
There is no image gallery available with this talk.
Medieval times:
Many believe that the peasant population has a poor diet at this time. Andrew agrees that the diet may have been boring but argues that people had enough to eat.
At this time many poor people keep pigs which can live in a forest and can look after themselves. Agricultural peasants tend to keep cows, so have...2022-06-191h 11Talking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH 19-20 T23 Colours in HistorySeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 23 – Colours in History
In the talk Colours in History Jo Watson explains many of the reasons why specific colours have their specific associations.
The talk has many illustrations therefore you will find it interesting to view the picture gallery whilst listening to the talk.
Pictures:
Please click here to open the gallery. When the gallery opens please click on the first image.
Purple:
Jo tells us that the first recipe for purple dye goes back over 3,500 years. It requires vast quantities of sea snails. You then mix in wood ash...2021-06-0622 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTH 19-20 T22 Spanish Medieval HistorySeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 22 – Spanish Medieval History as illustrated by the Church of San Juan de los Reyes in Toledo
In the talk Spanish Medieval History illustrated by the Church of San Juan de los Reyes in Toledo Peter Duffy takes us on a journey through the Iberian Peninsula between the fifth and fifteenth centuries.
Pictures
The talk has pictures and diagrams to illustrate Peter’s words. Please click here to open the gallery. When the gallery opens please click on the first image.
Toledo, Spain
Peter suggests that we should take a break in Spain a...2021-06-0129 minThe MrT Podcast StudioGuildford in 1914Season 2019 / 2020 - Talk 14 - Guildford in 1914
In Guildford in 1914 Michael A'Bear takes us back to the events in the town at the start of World War One. He tells us that, until close to the outbreak, most people did not expect war.
How we were entertained
He introduces us to some of the people who were keeping us entertained. Charlie Chaplin who had joined the Keystone Studio and was developing his 'tramp' persona. George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion opened in London in April 1914 starring Sir Herbert Tree and Mrs. Patrick Campbell.
W G Grace batted for the last time at E...2020-12-0225 min
The MrT Podcast StudioGuildford in 1914Season 2019 / 2020 - Talk 14 - Guildford in 1914
In Guildford in 1914 Michael A'Bear takes us back to the events in the town at the start of World War One. He tells us that, until close to the outbreak, most people did not expect war.
How we were entertained
He introduces us to some of the people who were keeping us entertained. Charlie Chaplin who had joined the Keystone Studio and was developing his 'tramp' persona. George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion opened in London in April 1914 starring Sir Herbert Tree and Mrs. Patrick Campbell.
W G Grace batted for the last time at E...2020-12-0225 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe AlhambraSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 13 - The Alhambra
In The Alhambra Nigel Marriott tells us about the near 800 year rule by the Moors in Spain.
Invasion and conquest
Tariq Ibn Ziyad invaded in 711, leading 10,000 men. They swept Roderic, the Visigoth king, aside, taking eight years to bring most of the Iberian peninsula under Islamic rule.
The remaining Visigoths and Hispano Romans held out in the north because they offered stubborn and organised resistance.
Moorish Forces
Tariq Ibn Ziyad led an army with both Berber Cavalry and Moorish soldiers. These fighters were feared with good reason. They were very experienced and a key...2020-11-2431 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe AlhambraSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 13 - The Alhambra
In The Alhambra Nigel Marriott tells us about the near 800 year rule by the Moors in Spain.
Invasion and conquest
Tariq Ibn Ziyad invaded in 711, leading 10,000 men. They swept Roderic, the Visigoth king, aside, taking eight years to bring most of the Iberian peninsula under Islamic rule.
The remaining Visigoths and Hispano Romans held out in the north because they offered stubborn and organised resistance.
Moorish Forces
Tariq Ibn Ziyad led an army with both Berber Cavalry and Moorish soldiers. These fighters were feared with good reason. They were very experienced and a key...2020-11-2431 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Great DepressionSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 12 - The Great Depression
In The Great Depression Andrew Cole tells us about the period between 1929 and 1939. Whilst much of his talk is about the US he also tells us about the global context.
Please note: this talk is from early March 2020 and is therefore from before the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic fully hit economies.
What was The Great Depression?
We learn that a great deal has been written about this period. There are over 500 non-fiction books, 100+ television documentaries and at least 5,000 papers. Add to that 11,000+ YouTube videos and 24.4 million hits on Google!
It is described...2020-11-111h 17The MrT Podcast StudioExhibition of Paintings (3)Exhibition of Paintings (3)
Welcome to the Exhibition of Paintings (3) brought to you by the Farnham u3a Painting 1 group.
The group at the start of the project.
This is the third online Exhibition by the members of the Farnham u3a Painting Groups. The exhibition is of project work by Painting 1 over the past year. Painting 1 is the only group in this exhibition because this project only involves their members.
Reviewing progress
In the podcast (at the top) Gloria Stock describes the three phases of the project. The pictures in the gallery (below) show you the results of the group's w...2020-10-2508 minThe MrT Podcast StudioExhibition of Paintings (3)Exhibition of Paintings (3)
Welcome to the Exhibition of Paintings (3) brought to you by the Farnham u3a Painting 1 group.
The group at the start of the project.
This is the third online Exhibition by the members of the Farnham u3a Painting Groups. The exhibition is of project work by Painting 1 over the past year. Painting 1 is the only group in this exhibition because this project only involves their members.
Reviewing progress
In the podcast (at the top) Gloria Stock describes the three phases of the project. The pictures in the gallery (below) show you the results of the group's w...2020-10-2508 minThe MrT Podcast StudioPax BritannicaSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 11 - Pax Britannica
Pax Britannica describes the role of the Royal Navy in the century between 1815 and 1914, where Britain acted as 'global policeman'
The talk is given by Elizabeth Anson. She has a great personal knowledge of the Royal Navy because she is the daughter of a Rear Admiral. Her father was Flag Officer, Malta when she was born. She was also the wife of Rear Admiral Sir Peter Anson.
A hundred years without a major conflict:
The 'War of 1812' with the United States was the last major naval conflict until World War 1. The war saw...2020-09-2733 minThe MrT Podcast StudioPax BritannicaSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 11 - Pax Britannica
Pax Britannica describes the role of the Royal Navy in the century between 1815 and 1914, where Britain acted as 'global policeman'
The talk is given by Elizabeth Anson. She has a great personal knowledge of the Royal Navy because she is the daughter of a Rear Admiral. Her father was Flag Officer, Malta when she was born. She was also the wife of Rear Admiral Sir Peter Anson.
A hundred years without a major conflict:
The 'War of 1812' with the United States was the last major naval conflict until World War 1. The war saw...2020-09-2733 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Amritsar MassacreSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 10 - The Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath
John Hambly tells us about the Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath. Often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre because that was the area of Amritsar where it took place in.
John starts by setting the scene and telling us about the key players on both sides.
Background:
During the First World War the Indian sub-continent had contributed many soldiers to the British war effort. Because of this there were expectations from the population for increased status.
The Defence of India Act of 1915 limited civil and political liberties. The very...2020-09-1250 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Amritsar MassacreSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 10 – The Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath
John Hambly tells us about the Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath. Often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre because that was the area of Amritsar where it took place in.
John starts by setting the scene and telling us about the key players on both sides.
Background:
During the First World War the Indian sub-continent had contributed many soldiers to the British war effort. Because of this there were expectations from the population for increased status.
The...2020-09-1250 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Amritsar MassacreSeason 2019 / 2020 - Talk 10 - The Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath
John Hambly tells us about the Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath. Often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre because that was the area of Amritsar where it took place in.
John starts by setting the scene and telling us about the key players on both sides.
Background:
During the First World War the Indian sub-continent had contributed many soldiers to the British war effort. Because of this there were expectations from the population for increased status.
The Defence of India Act of 1915 limited civil and political liberties. The very...2020-09-1250 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Amritsar MassacreSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 10 – The Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath
John Hambly tells us about the Amritsar Massacre and its aftermath. Often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre because that was the area of Amritsar where it took place in.
John starts by setting the scene and telling us about the key players on both sides.
Background:
During the First World War the Indian sub-continent had contributed many soldiers to the British war effort. Because of this there were expectations from the population for increased status.
The...2020-09-1250 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioAtaturk – the greatest Nation Builder of modern timesSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 08 – Ataturk – the greatest Nation Builder of modern times
Alan Freeland tells us the amazing story of the life of Ataturk – the greatest Nation Builder of modern times. To call Ataturk a complex person is a great understatement! Alan takes us through the ups and downs of Ataturk’s life.
Everything changed under Ataturk. The name Ataturk means ‘Father of the nation of Turkey’. For many years the major European powers wielded global control. This was the first time a nation stood up to Europe and won.
Section 1:
Alan calls this session ‘historiography’. T...2020-07-311h 17Talking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioAll about ProhibitionSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 06 – Prohibition
Joanne Watson tells us about Prohibition. She starts by covering the journey that the US followed to the passing of the Eighteenth Amendment. We then hear about what happened after.
Moral conscience:
There was a flowering of moral conscience after the abolition of slavery. American adults drank an average of 1.7 bottles of 80% proof spirits a week in 1830. That equates to 3.5 bottles of spirits at today’s strength.
Someone commented ‘Americans drink from the crack of dawn to the next crack of dawn’.
The first suggestions of Prohibition came in the 184...2020-05-1957 min
Potpourri Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioMessage in a Bottle (4)Message in a Bottle (4) Welcome to Message in a Bottle (4), the a store for the material in the third Flotsam and Jetsam e-Newsletter from Farnham U3A. It doesn’t matter if you deleted the e-Newsletter – the important bits are here! Listen to a Personal View of Lockdown: Your editors ‘phoned Ann Vickers to … Continue reading "Message in a Bottle (4)"
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Life on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioWar on the Line 2019 (part 2)Episode 30 – War on the Line 2019 (part 2) Welcome to War on the Line 2019 (part 2), where I talk to a number of characters from the local community. The 2019 event commemorates 75 years since D Day. Bomb Disposal: The Danger Unexploded Bomb sign was often seen in the early 1940s. A … Continue reading "War on the Line 2019 (part 2)"
The post War on the Line 2019 (part 2) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2020-04-1700 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioVictorian PhilanthropySeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 04 – Victorian Philanthropy and its Legacy
Judith Edge’s talk is about Victorian Philanthropy and its Legacy. She introduces us to four different people and one couple.
Joseph Rowntree:
A Quaker and businessman from York. He made his fortune from chocolate and created three Charitable trusts in 1904:
The Joseph Rowntree Village Trust to set up and manage the village of New Earswick. The village was built to provide homes for his employees.
The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust. It is a Quaker trust that supports people who address the root causes of conflict and injust...2020-04-061h 06Talking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioDavid Lloyd GeorgeSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 03 b – David Lloyd George
Michael A’Bear tells us about the life of David Lloyd George. There was no hyphen until he became a Lord!
We learn that David George was born in Hulme near Manchester.
His father was a teacher. When his father died the family was taken in by David’s uncle. They moved to his home. His uncle, Richard Lloyd, was a bootmaker, Baptist Minister and local politician.
David was articled at 16 to a solicitor in Porthmadog and qualified at 21. He started working from the back parlour...2020-03-1041 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioWar on the Line 2019 (part 1)Episode 29 – War on the Line 2019 (part 1) Welcome to War on the Line 2019 (part 1), where I talk to a number of characters from the local community. The 2019 event commemorates 75 years since D Day. The cycling Cobbler: I talk to a shoe repairer who uses his bicycle to visit … Continue reading "War on the Line 2019 (part 1)"
The post War on the Line 2019 (part 1) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2020-03-0400 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioRobert Baden-PowellSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 03 a – Robert Baden-Powell
Michael A’Bear tells us about the life of Robert Baden-Powell. We learn that he was born in Paddington in 1857. His father taught geometry at Oxford. Robert was the fifth of the six children borne by his mother. His mother was the daughter of an Admiral and the niece of a General.
Baden-Powell didn’t excel in lessons at school. He enjoyed stalking and tracking in the woods next to Charterhouse. He caught and cooked rabbits, making sure that no-one saw the fire-smoke. His school holidays were adventure holidays.
He join...2020-03-0119 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Scramble for AfricaSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 02 – The Scramble for Africa and the Winds of Change
Richard Thomas tells us about the Scramble for Africa which took place over a short period at the end of the nineteenth century. He then goes on to tell us about the Winds of Change leading to African states gaining independence in the twentieth century.
In 1880 the European powers controlled around 10% of the continent. The scramble gained momentum following the Berlin Conference from 1884 to 1885. The colonisation had been completed only 30 years later when the European powers controlled 90% of the continent. Only Abyssinia (Ethiopia), Liberia and...2020-02-131h 07Life on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioWatercress People (4)Episode 28 – Life on the Watercress Line – Watercress People (4) Welcome to Watercress People (4), where I interview three of the many people who make the Watercress Line the great experience that it is. Sandra Johnson Sandra tells me that she and her husband were at a loose end, saw an advertisement and, … Continue reading "Watercress People (4)"
The post Watercress People (4) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2020-01-1900 minPotpourri Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioSteam Dreams 20th AnniversarySteam Dreams 20th Anniversary follows a special steam train journey from London to Yeovil Junction on 17th December 2019. 350 passengers joined the train for the journey. The LMS locomotive the Duchess of Sutherland hauled the train. The route ran from Victoria Station to Yeovil Junction, stopping at Woking, Salisbury and Sherborne on the way. … Continue reading "Steam Dreams 20th Anniversary"
The post Steam Dreams 20th Anniversary appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2020-01-0228 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioAethelstanSeason 2018 / 2019 – Talk 16 D – Aethelstan
David Simpson’s talk on Aethelstan is the last in a series of four short talks given at the end of the Summer ‘Term’ to the Farnham U3A World History Group.
David tells us that he is a forgotten King from the Dark Ages. Aethelstan was the first King of the English! As late as the Elizabethan age he was seen as a hero in stage plays.
Aethelstan destroyed the invader in 937 and preserved the English throne. He was famous across Europe.
It is not possible to include...2019-12-1419 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioSome Leave at Christmas (2)?Episode 27 – Life on the Watercress Line – Some Leave at Christmas (2)? Listen to Some Leave at Christmas (2) to find out about a great way of spending Boxing Day and the 27th December. If you’d like a break from the relatives, or just need some exercise and air, then go along to the … Continue reading "Some Leave at Christmas (2)?"
The post Some Leave at Christmas (2)? appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-12-1300 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioSome Leave at Christmas (1)?Episode 26 – Life on the Watercress Line – Some Leave at Christmas (1)? Do you fancy some leave at Christmas? Would you like a break from the relatives? Need some air? Then visit the Watercress Line for Christmas Leave, where you’ll have the opportunity to travel with servicemen and their families. With Christmas just … Continue reading "Some Leave at Christmas (1)?"
The post Some Leave at Christmas (1)? appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-12-1000 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Chinese Art of DissentSeason 2018 / 2019 – Talk 16 C – The Chinese Art of Dissent
Alan Freeland’s talk on The Chinese Art of Dissent is the third in a series of four short talks given at the end of the Summer ‘Term’ to the Farnham U3A World History Group.
The first part of the talk looks at the ‘scholar’ officials of the Ming Dynasty. Alan tells of the importance of scholarship in the Government of China over the years.
He talks about the trials and tribulations of the officials when there was a dynastic change. We learn about the use of ‘ba...2019-12-0918 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioCanadian Pacific update part 2Episode 24 – Canadian Pacific update part 2 Welcome to the Canadian Pacific update part 2, where I talk to Becky Peacock about the progress made to the boiler and Bulleid coaches over the past year. The project is to restore the Merchant Navy class locomotive, number 35005, Canadian Pacific and two coaches. Oliver Bulleid … Continue reading "Canadian Pacific update part 2"
The post Canadian Pacific update part 2 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-11-1900 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioHandel in LondonSeason 2018 / 2019 – Talk 16 B – Handel in London
Ian Wallace’s talk Handel in London is the second in a series of four short talks given to the Farnham U3A World History Group.
Ian’s talk charts the life of George Frederick Handel from his arrival in London until his death.
As a young man Handel travelled to Italy. He had composed his first opera by the age of 24. He then got leave of absence from his employer, the Elector of Hanover, to travel to London in 1710.
The Elector of Hanover became King Geo...2019-11-1116 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioCanadian Pacific update part 1Episode 23 – Canadian Pacific update part 1 Welcome to the Canadian Pacific update part 1, where I talk to Becky Peacock about the progress made over the past year. The project is mainly about the restoration of the Merchant Navy class locomotive, number 35005, Canadian Pacific. Oliver Bulleid designed the class for the Southern … Continue reading "Canadian Pacific update part 1"
The post Canadian Pacific update part 1 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-10-2900 minTalking History Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioIn the BloodSeason 2018 / 2019 – Talk 16 A – In the Blood
Andrew Cole’s talk In the Blood is the first in a series of four short talks given to the Farnham U3A World History Group.
Andrew’s talk is about the influence that parents have on the careers chosen by their children.
He starts by asking the question ‘to what extent are eminent composers from professional musician families?’ In his analysis he went through the family trees of 100 famous composers. The composers came from the periods – pre-1700, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.
Andrew then created simila...2019-10-1914 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioSpring Steam Gala 2019Episode 22 – Spring Steam Gala 2019 Welcome to Spring Steam Gala 2019, where we look at the attractions for this special weekend. London Transport 0-6-0 Pannier Tank L92 This loco was originally a Great Western class 5700 tank engine. The GWR and BR built 863 of these locomotives between 1929 and 1950. The class … Continue reading "Spring Steam Gala 2019"
The post Spring Steam Gala 2019 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-10-1400 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioWatercress People (3)Episode 21 – Life on the Watercress Line – Watercress People (3) Welcome to Watercress People (3), where I have the opportunity to interview some of the many people who make the Watercress Line the experience it is. Jim Russell – The Early Years Jim joined the Watercress Line on 25th August 1973, soon after … Continue reading "Watercress People (3)"
The post Watercress People (3) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-09-2500 minPotpourri Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioLondon Underground – Disused StationsSeason 2019 / 2020 – Talk 1 C – Disused Stations Please note: Disused Stations was missed from the talk on the London Underground as we ran out of time. A number of members said they would like to hear it so I have recorded this podcast. This material will be to the other parts … Continue reading "London Underground – Disused Stations"
The post London Underground – Disused Stations appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-09-1216 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioAutumn Steam Gala (2)Episode 20 – Life on the Watercress Line – Autumn Steam Gala (2) Welcome to the Autumn Steam Gala (2). The Steam Gala features Guest locomotives as well as Watercress Line regulars. There is a Steam Gala each Spring and Autumn. This episode features Schools Class ‘Cheltenham’, Class 9F No. 92212 and Class 2MT No. 41312. … Continue reading "Autumn Steam Gala (2)"
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Talking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioReview – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 13 – Review Welcome to Review, the last talk in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We have considered the good, the bad and the extremely ugly throughout the series! The Review is where you … Continue reading "Review – Your Big Project"
The post Review – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-07-1918 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioAutumn Steam Gala (1)Episode 19 – Life on the Watercress Line – Autumn Steam Gala (1) Welcome to the Autumn Steam Gala (1). The Steam Gala is an opportunity to see Guest locomotives on the Watercress Line. There is one in the Spring and this one each Autumn. This episode features Foxcote Manor and ‘Prairie’ tank locomotive 5199. … Continue reading "Autumn Steam Gala (1)"
The post Autumn Steam Gala (1) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-07-1200 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioImplementation / Go-Live – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 12 – Implementation / Go-Live Welcome to Implementation / Go-Live, talk twelve in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! Implementation / Go-Live is where … Continue reading "Implementation / Go-Live – Your Big Project"
The post Implementation / Go-Live – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-07-0518 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioWatercress People (2)Episode 18 – Life on the Watercress Line – Watercress People (2) Welcome to Watercress People (2), where I have the opportunity to interview some of the people who make the Watercress Line happen – when you and visit. My first interview in Watercress People (2) is with David Mead who has been involved since … Continue reading "Watercress People (2)"
The post Watercress People (2) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-06-2700 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTesting – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 11 – Testing Welcome to Testing, talk eleven in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! Testing, properly carried out, is essential if your project … Continue reading "Testing – Your Big Project"
The post Testing – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-06-2110 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioChristmas Leave (2)Episode 17 – Life on the Watercress Line – Christmas Leave (2) Welcome to Christmas Leave (2), where I have the opportunity to travel with servicemen and their families at Christmas. Some are travelling back to base and others are going home for a few days. There are all types of people in Christmas Leave … Continue reading "Christmas Leave (2)"
The post Christmas Leave (2) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-06-0900 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioTraining – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 10 – Training Welcome to Training, talk Ten in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! You need to have excellent training if your project … Continue reading "Training – Your Big Project"
The post Training – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-06-0722 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioBuild – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 9 – Build Welcome to Build, talk nine in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! Many of you in the business may think that … Continue reading "Build – Your Big Project"
The post Build – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-05-2406 minLife on the Watercress Line Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioChristmas Leave (part 1)Episode 16 – Life on the Watercress Line – Christmas Leave (1) Welcome to Christmas Leave (part 1), where I have the opportunity to travel with servicemen and their families. With Christmas just over those who had leave for Christmas are travelling back to base. Those who were on duty over Christmas are going home … Continue reading "Christmas Leave (part 1)"
The post Christmas Leave (part 1) appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-05-2000 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioData – Your Big ProjectYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 8 – Data Welcome to data, talk eight in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! I talk about the need to take every opportunity … Continue reading "Data – Your Big Project"
The post Data – Your Big Project appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-05-1017 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioListen – Talking BusinessYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 7 – Listen Welcome to Listen, talk seven in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! I talk about the need for everyone, from the … Continue reading "Listen – Talking Business"
The post Listen – Talking Business appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-04-2609 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioKeeping Tight Control – Talking BusinessYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 6 Welcome to Keeping Tight Control, talk six in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. We always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In Keeping Tight Control I talk about the need to … Continue reading "Keeping Tight Control – Talking Business"
The post Keeping Tight Control – Talking Business appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-04-1208 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – From the Sierra Nevada to Richmond, CaSeries 1 Episode 16
From the Sierra Nevada to Richmond is the last part my journey westwards on the California Zephyr. I left you at the end of the last episode at the top of the Sierra Nevada. Today we come down the mountain and travel through California to Richmond.
The speed limit is 30 mph as the train descends the mountain. We certainly don't want to be on a 'runaway train'. At one time there was hydraulic mining, where the topsoil was washed away by water. This was banned because of the damage it caused.
Our first stop is Colfax, named after...2019-04-0214 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioDetailed Project Scope – Talking BusinessYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 5 Welcome to the Detailed Project Scope, episode five, in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. In this series we always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In the Detailed Project Scope I … Continue reading "Detailed Project Scope – Talking Business"
The post Detailed Project Scope – Talking Business appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-03-2914 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Across the Sierra Nevada to the Donner PassSeries 1 Episode 15
Across the Sierra Nevada to the Donner Pass continues my journey westwards on the California Zephyr. I left you at the end of the last episode as we started the climb across the Sierra Nevada. Today we continue the climb, through spectacular scenery, to the Donner Pass.
Building the route required complex engineering because there were so many challenges. The train's first stop in California is at Truckee, a town of around 16,000 people.
The train goes round many very tight curves as it climbs the Sierra Nevada towards Donner Lake and the Donner pass. Donner Lake and the...2019-03-1914 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Team – Talking BusinessYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 4 Welcome to The Team, episode four in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. In this series we always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In The Team I talk about the need … Continue reading "The Team – Talking Business"
The post The Team – Talking Business appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-03-1512 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – From the middle of nowhere in Wyoming to RenoSeries 1 Episode 14
In episode fourteen I travel on the California Zephyr from The Middle of Nowhere in Wyoming to Reno. We continue along the diversion to Salt Lake City and then, having rejoined the usual route, on to Reno .
The route takes us through some pretty desolate desert. I certainly wouldn't like to get stranded out there!
The train passes through the desert communities of Elko, Winnemucca and Lovelock on our journey through Nevada. All the time going westward, much faster than the wagon trains of old.
As we approach Reno there are more roads, cars and business parks. A sig...2019-03-0520 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioProcess Mapping – Talking BusinessYour Big Project – Series 1 Episode 3 Welcome to Process Mapping the third episode in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. In this series we always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In Process Mapping I talk about the need … Continue reading "Process Mapping – Talking Business"
The post Process Mapping – Talking Business appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-03-0118 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Across Wyoming to Rawlins – S1 Ep.13In episode thirteen I travel on the California Zephyr from north of Denver, Colorado, then along our diversion across Wyoming to Rawlins, an oil town in Carbon County.
The diversion is to allow engineering work on the California Zephyr's normal route. We are travelling along the historic Overland route last regularly used by a passenger train over 20 years ago. The Amtrak Pioneer. The Pioneer ran for nearly 20 years from June 1977 until May 1997.
Although we stopped many times on our journey none of the stops were in a station, so we had no air break for many hours.
We passed through Greele...2019-02-1921 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioYour Best Practice Programme – Talking Business – S1 Ep.2Welcome to Your Best Practice Programme. The second episode in the series ‘Your Big Project‘. Hopefully this series of podcasts will improve the chances of success for your project. In this series we always consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In Your Best Practice Programme, the essential foundation before you start your systems project, … Continue reading "Your Best Practice Programme – Talking Business – S1 Ep.2"
The post Your Best Practice Programme – Talking Business – S1 Ep.2 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-02-1517 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Mount Pleasant through Denver on the California Zephyr – S1 Ep.12In episode twelve I travel on the California Zephyr from Mount Pleasant, Iowa, through Denver and then northwards to our diversion through Wyoming. The diversion is because there is engineering work on the normal route between Denver and Salt Lake City. The diversion takes us along the historic Overland route. The last regular passenger service to use this route was the Amtrak Pioneer. The Pioneer ran for nearly 20 years from June 1977 until May 1997.
We travelled from Burlington through the late afternoon towards Mount Pleasant in Iowa where the station opened in 1912. Over 13,700 passengers used Mount Pleasant station in 2017.
We then stop...2019-02-0522 minTalking Business Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioYour Big Project – Talking Business – S1 Ep.1Welcome to Your Big Project. This series of podcasts is about improving your chances of success. In this series we will consider the good, the bad and the extremely ugly! In episode 1 we look at the A to Z of things to ask yourself before you start your project. I have attached a set of … Continue reading "Your Big Project – Talking Business – S1 Ep.1"
The post Your Big Project – Talking Business – S1 Ep.1 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2019-02-0115 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Chicago to Burlington on the California Zephyr – S1 Ep.11In the eleventh episode I travel from Chicago to Burlington on the California Zephyr. The episode starts at the historic Drake Hotel in Chicago where I stayed for a night. After a restful night I took a taxi to Union Station for the start of my journey on the California Zephyr.
Our journey takes us from Chicago, across Big Muddy and on to Burlington. This is the first part of the journey on the California Zephyr travelling from Chicago to the Bay Area.
Our first stop after leaving Chicago is at Naperville station. Nearly 50,000 Amtrak passengers travelling on the California Zeph...2019-01-2120 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Milwaukee to Chicago – S1 Ep.10We travel from Milwaukee to Chicago in the tenth episode of US Rail Journeys. This is the last part of our journey on the Empire Builder as the train travels along the Milwaukee Road.
Originally a plank road for horses and carts Milwaukee Road became the name given to the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad.
The first stop after leaving Milwaukee is at Glenview station which opened in 1995. The Empire Builder, Amtrak's Hiawatha Service and Metra commuter services use the station. Passengers who want to travel from Glenview to either Chicago or Milwaukee may not use the Empire Builde...2019-01-0714 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Red Wing to Milwaukee – S1 Ep.9In the ninth episode of US Rail Journeys we journey on the Empire Builder from Red Wing to Milwaukee. For much of our journey we are on the Milwaukee Road. The Milwaukee Road was the name often given to the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad.
The first stop in this episode is at Winona where 17,500 passengers used the station in 2017. This is followed by La Crosse where a Frenchman first noticed Native Americans playing a game where they caught a ball in a net attached to a stick - see the original Lacrosse.
Next we pass through Tomah whe...2018-12-2515 minThe MrT Podcast StudioSanta Specials on the Watercress LineWelcome to this podcast featuring the Santa Specials that run on the Watercress Line. Santa comes all the way from his home at the North Pole each time a train is running. During his visit his sleigh is looked after by the maintenance team at Ropley and, if you look carefully out of the train windows, you may see his reindeer in one of the fields by the track.
There is so much magic surrounding Santa and lots of this rubs off on the passengers. You can hear everybody having a wonderful time. I've not seen so many smiling faces si...2018-12-1418 minPotpourri Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Dean Forest RailwayThe Dean Forest Railway – the Friendly Forest Line – runs for four and a half miles between Lydney Junction and Parkend. It passes through beautiful woodland and countryside and reflects the relaxing pace of a country branch line in the early Twentieth Century. The line covers part of the route of the Severn and Wye railway. It … Continue reading "The Dean Forest Railway"
The post The Dean Forest Railway appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2018-12-0915 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Havre to Red Wing – S1 Ep8In the eighth episode of US Rail Journeys our traveller continues his journey on the Empire Builder from Havre to Red Wing by the majestic Mississippi.
The first stop in this episode is at Havre in Montana. Passengers can take an 'air break' here. Whilst at the station our traveller views Great Northern loco 2584. This S2 4-8-4 locomotive ran on oil and was in service from 1930 to 1957. The S2 class pulled the Oriental Limited and Empire Builder trains. Find out more about the S2 class here.
Whilst in Havre a long freight train passes through the station. The trucks are...2018-12-0322 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Canadian Pacific Restoration project – part 3Welcome to the Canadian Pacific restoration project - part 3.
The Canadian Pacific restoration project - part 3, often called the CanPac project, is about the restoration of the Merchant Navy class locomotive, number 35005, Canadian Pacific and also two carriages designed by Oliver Bulleid in the 1940s.
In this episode we are in the boiler shop at Ropley. I talk to Becky and also to Sam, a fully qualified boiler inspector. Sam originally started as an apprentice at Ropley before leaving to become a boiler inspector. Tiring of inspections Sam returned earlier this year.
Becky and I talk about the progress of th...2018-11-2314 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – From Pasco to Shelby – S1 Ep7In the seventh episode of US Rail Journeys our traveller continues his journey on the Empire Builder from Pasco to Shelby.
It is dark when the train stops at Pasco. Our traveller joins the other passengers on the platform for an 'air break'. This gives him a chance to look at the night sky.
The journey continues into the night. The train stops at Spokane (more details here) and waits for the section of the train that comes from Seattle. Once both parts of the train have been joined the train continues East. Our traveller is in the very last ca...2018-11-1622 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – From Portland to Pasco – S1 Ep6Our traveller boards the Empire Builder for the journey from Portland to Chicago. The sixth episode of US Rail Journeys describes the part of the journey from Portland to Pasco.
After leaving his hotel he travels to Portland Union station. When he gets to the station he waits in the Metropolitan Lounge for the train to be ready for boarding. It is a grey, wet day as the train leaves Portland. Very quickly our traveller has travelled from Oregon to Washington State.
During the first afternoon / evening the Empire Builder reaches the Columbia River and follows its path for many mile...2018-11-0922 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Canadian Pacific Restoration project – part 2Welcome to the second episode about the Canadian Pacific restoration project.
This project, often called the CanPac project, is about the restoration of the Merchant Navy class locomotive, number 35005, Canadian Pacific and also two carriages designed by Oliver Bulleid in the 1940s.
Becky explains that some parts of the locomotive are at Eastleigh works (where Canadian Pacific was originally built) and that the boiler is at Ropley.
Some of the people working on the restoration at Eastleigh actually worked in the works when it was operated by British Rail. The boiler shop, at Ropley, is well equipped and has welders wh...2018-11-0818 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – In Portland – Series 1 Episode 5The fifth episode of US Rail Journeys is spent in the city of Portland, Oregon, where our traveller spends two days seeing the sights of this beautiful city.
He takes a Pink Line tour around this relaxed city. The high-point, quite literally, of the tour is Washington Park where the tour 'trolley' takes visitors through this beautiful park. The park is over 410 acres on a steeply wooded hillside and the height varies from 200 feet above sea level to 870.
The tour leaves the park and heads for the Willamette River front where the first thing our traveller sees is the Steel...2018-11-0208 minThe MrT Podcast StudioThe Canadian Pacific Restoration Project – part 1The Canadian Pacific restoration project, often called the CanPac project, concerns the restoration of the Merchant Navy class locomotive, number 35005, Canadian Pacific.
The Merchant Navy class was designed by Oliver Bulleid for the Southern Railway early in the Second World War. The locomotive brought together many innovations from across the world - some worked well, others didn't!
Oliver Bulleid was a very persuasive person; this allowed him to produce such an innovative design.
Canadian Pacific was the fifth locomotive to be built at the Eastleigh works in 1941 and entered service on 13 January 1942. She worked hard on passenger and freight trains du...2018-10-2519 minPotpourri Archives - The MrT Podcast StudioThe Grand Prix de Farnham – October 2018The Grand Prix de Farnham took place in October 2018 to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Mike Hawthorn winning the Formula 1 World Championship. On 19 October 1958 the Moroccan Grand Prix was held on a circuit near Casablanca. This was the only time that Morocco has hosted a world championship Grand Prix. Mike Hawthorn … Continue reading "The Grand Prix de Farnham – October 2018"
The post The Grand Prix de Farnham – October 2018 appeared first on The MrT Podcast Studio.2018-10-1939 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Coast Starlight through the Cascades – Series 1 Episode 4The journey on the Coast Starlight through the Cascades continues northwards. The first stop in this episode is at Chemult station where the passenger numbers increased to nearly 10,500 passengers in 2017.
Our traveller meets interesting people to interview as the journey continues through stunning scenery. We pass the upper reaches of the Willamette River and then Lookout Lake, created in as a reservoir in the 1950s.
The train then reaches the farmland of the Willamette valley as we progress towards Eugene Station used by over 98,000 passengers in 2016. Here passengers are allowed to have an air break on the platform - its b...2018-10-1821 minThe MrT Podcast StudioWar on the Line Weekend – Ropley and Alresford – Episode 2Our second visit to the War on the Line weekend takes us to Ropley and Alresford stations. Most visitors coming by car park at Ropley as there is free parking (the car parks at Alresford and Alton are 'pay and display'). Ropley is the station with the most space available for displays.
The episode begins with a description of the activities taking place during the weekend at the station. A 'light' locomotive is waiting to go down the line to Alresford to haul the first train of the day back up the line to Alton. When the road is clear...2018-10-1217 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – Coast Starlight part 1 – Series 1 Episode 3The journey for the Coast Starlight starts in the Financial District of San Francisco. Our traveller waits for the Amtrak Thruway bus to take him to Emeryville to board the famed Coast Starlight.
After arriving at Emeryville we experience the sounds of the railway station with trains passing through whilst waiting to board the Coast Starlight. This train runs daily between Los Angeles and Seattle - a train going in each direction.
After boarding our traveller talks about the stations that will be passed during the night. He then stretches out on his bed in the Amtrak Roomette and falls asl...2018-10-1123 minThe MrT Podcast StudioUS Rail Journeys – The sights and sounds of San Francisco – Series 1 Episode 2Our traveller arrived in the late afternoon (early morning in London) and travelled into the city using the BART system. Having reached his hotel and checked in and we find our traveller in the lift before setting out to experience the sights and sounds of San Francisco.
After a good sleep our traveller sets out to go along to Fisherman's Wharf where there are many restaurants and other means of spending money. In addition the booking office for Blue and Gold cruises is located beside Pier 39.
We join the harbour cruise where we see the city's downtown area before heading...2018-10-0310 minThe MrT Podcast StudioWar on the Line Weekend – Alton and Medstead & Four Marks – Episode 1Every summer the Watercress Line recreates the atmosphere of the early 1940s with the War on the Line weekend where there are different themes at each of it's stations. In this episode we visit platform 3 at Alton station - the interchange between the Watercress Line and the national rail network - where we meet the singer entertaining the passengers and then we board the train to travel down the line (but for the steam engine it is uphill all the way!) to Medstead and Four Marks station to see the activities taking place there.
At Medstead and Four Marks I...2018-09-2817 min