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Through the lens with Amelia Le Brun

Aug 6, 2026

Lucy Murmann sits down with travel photographer, Amelia Le Brun for a debrief on her latest artistic adventure to the French Riviera.

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In conversation with Lottie Gross

Apr 2, 2026

Lottie Gross is a travel writer and dog-friendly holiday expert. We discuss her latest book, and why travelling with a dog offers a new way to see the world.

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In conversation with Amelia Le Brun

Mar 23, 2026

Aboard one of the vintage carriages of North Norfolk's Poppy Line, Amelia joins Harriet to discuss slow travel, photography and the joy of the journey.

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In conversation with Tim Frenneaux

Mar 5, 2026

Harriet sits down with book curator and founder of Adventurous Ink, Tim Frenneaux, in the window seat of the Settle to Carlisle train.

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In conversation with Rex Matthews

Jan 27, 2026

Rex Matthews is an artist based in Lewes, Sussex. We sat down in his studio to hear about how his experience of slow travel informs his artwork.

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In conversation with the Man in Seat 61

Dec 11, 2025

Aboard the LNWR first-class dining car, Harriet sits down with Mark Smith to chat about his acclaimed website and his love for train travel.

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In conversation with Sarah B. Marks

Dec 8, 2025

Aboard the GWR service from Paddington to Bath, Harriet sits down with train travel documenter Sarah B. Marks.

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In conversation with Monisha Rajesh

Nov 27, 2025

Harriet sits down with Monisha Rajesh to talk about her latest book, the revival of the sleeper train, and how she prepares for a night on the rails.

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Growing fast by slowing down: Byway’s approach

Nov 21, 2025

Cat, founder of Byway here. One of the questions I get asked reasonably frequently is how we’ve grown Byway so quickly. My answer often surprises.

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Behind the Byway zine

Sep 29, 2025

Producers of Byway's first zine, Harriet Matthews and Lucy Murmann, sit down to discuss how Byway's first editorial publication came to life.

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In conversation with Oddbox

Jun 17, 2025

We chatted with Oddbox founder Emilie Vanpoperinghe about slow food, slow travel, and becoming more conscious of what you consume

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In conversation with: Matt Carter

Apr 28, 2025

Trains, to many, are a means to an end. But not for train designer Matt. We caught up on luxe train aesthetics, sleeper cars, and secret wine cellars.

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Katie Edwards: capturing tulips by train

Feb 13, 2025

Katie Edwards has found her niche capturing the world through train windows. We chatted with her about her colorful Tulips by Train series.

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In conversation with Hidden Europe

Oct 17, 2024

Harriet Matthews speaks with the brains behind Hidden Europe in celebration of the 18th edition of Europe by Rail: the definitive guide.

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