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Message From Miranda: A Farewell Is Also A Beginning from 2020-09-20T09:42:25
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144 | Tea and Tattle with Jini Reddy from 2020-05-25T23:00
This week, I’m in conversation with the writer Jini Reddy about Jini’s latest book, Wanderland, which is a beautiful blend of nature writing and memoir. In Wanderland, Jini chronicles the year s...
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143 | Tea and Tattle with Evie Wyld from 2020-05-19T09:56:02
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the award winning writer, Evie Wyld, to discuss Evie’s latest novel, The Bass Rock, which is a darkly gripping story about three women separated by t...
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142 | Tea and Tattle with Kiran Millwood Hargrave from 2020-05-11T23:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the award-winning novelist, poet and playwright, Kiran Millwood Hargrave. Kiran has written many bestselling novels for children and young adults, in...
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141 | Tea and Tattle with Ingrid Persaud from 2020-05-07T23:00
This Friday on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author Ingrid Persaud to discuss Ingrid’s debut novel, Love After Love, which is set in Trinidad and New York City and tells the story of an un...
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140 | Tea and Tattle with Kate Eberlen from 2020-05-04T23:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the bestselling author, Kate Eberlen, to discuss Kate’s new book, Only You, which is a joyous love story set in Rome, Blackpool and London. <...
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Mother & Daughter Book Chat from 2020-05-01T01:00
For this Tea & Tattle April Special, my Mum has joined me on the podcast to share books we’ve been reading recently, as well as recommended books for parents and children to read together, f...
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139 | Tea and Tattle with Marina Kemp from 2020-04-27T23:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author and editor Marina Kemp, to discuss Marina’s debut novel, Nightingale, which was also published under the title ‘Marguerite’ in America....
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138 | Tea and Tattle with Layla F Saad from 2020-04-24T10:57:53
This Friday on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the internationally renowned speaker, author and podcaster, Layla Saad to discuss Layla’s bestselling book ‘Me and White Supremacy,’ which is a man...
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137 | Tea and Tattle with Regula Ysewijn from 2020-04-20T23:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the Belgian food writer and photographer, Regula Ysewijn, to discuss Regula’s latest cookbook, Oats in the North Wheat From the South, whi...
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136 | Tea and Tattle with Laura Cumming from 2020-04-16T23:00
This Friday on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the art critic and author, Laura Cumming, to discuss Laura’s brilliant book, On Chapel Sands, which is a fascinating investigation into fam...
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135 | Tea and Tattle with Lucy Worsley from 2020-04-13T23:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the fabulous Lucy Worsley to discuss Lucy’s latest novel for young adults, The Austen Girls. Lucy Worsley is an historian, writer, televis...
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Tea & Tattle Easter Special from 2020-04-12T07:00
For this Tea & Tattle Easter Special, my Mum has joined me on the podcast to chat about our favourite Easter books and springtime traditions. We’re sharing some of the picture books that fil...
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134 | Tea and Tattle with Alice Vincent from 2020-04-09T23:00
This Friday on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the writer, Alice Vincent, to discuss Alice’s memoir, Listen
133 | Tea and Tattle with Elizabeth Macneal from 2020-04-06T19:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the ceramicist and author, Elizabeth Macneal, to chat about her Sunday Times bestselling book, The Doll Factory, which is a brilliant nove...
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Tea Reads | March Special 2020 from 2020-04-03T14:25:57
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For this Tea Reads March Special, I've invited my Mum to join me on the podcast for a Mother-Daughter Book Chat. As I we can’t go outside and enjoy a lot of cultural...
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132 | Tea and Tattle with Abi Daré from 2020-03-30T18:37:51
This week on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by Abi Daré, to discuss Abi’s extraordinary debut novel, Listen
131 | Tea and Tattle with Jane Healey from 2020-03-23T19:33:47
This week on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by Jane Healey, to discuss Jane’s debut novel, <...
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130 | Tea and Tattle with Francesca Wade from 2020-03-16T19:16:01
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the writer, Francesca Wade, to discuss Francesca’s group biography, Square Haunting, which documents the lives of five extraordinary women who al...
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129 | Tea and Tattle with Katherine May from 2020-03-10T06:31:43
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the author, Katherine May, to discuss Katherine’s latest book, Listen
128 | Tea and Tattle with Lennie Goodings from 2020-03-03T06:00
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the editor and Chair of Virago Press, Lennie Goodings, to discuss Lennie’s debut book, A Bite of the Apple, which celebrates the joys of reading, writin...
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Tea Reads | February Special 2020 from 2020-02-28T07:00
For this Tea Reads February Special, I'm sharing a fantastic poetry collection and talking about why Maya Angelou’s poem ‘Still I Rise’ has been on my mind so much this month. I also chat about ot...
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127 | Tea and Tattle with Georgianna Lane from 2020-02-25T06:00
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the writer and photographer, Georgianna Lane, to discuss Georgianna’s latest book, London in Bloom, which is out on March 17th. I’ve previewed the book,...
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126 | Tea and Tattle with Kiley Reid from 2020-02-18T06:00
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, today I’m joined by the Pennsylvania based writer, Kiley Reid, to discuss Kiley’s dazzling debut novel, Such a Fun Age, which is already a New York Times and Sunday T...
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125 | Tea and Tattle with Isabel Vincent from 2020-02-11T06:00
Today on Tea & Tattle Podcast, I’m joined by the New York based journalist and author, Isabel Vincent, to discuss Isabel’s life-affirming memoir, Dinner with Edward. Isabel’s book is a tribute to t...
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124 | Tea and Tattle with Emma Jacobs from 2020-02-08T14:06:09
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the Canadian journalist and illustrator, Emma Jacobs, to discuss Emma’s book The Little(r) Museums of Paris. As February is such a romantic month, with Valentin...
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Tea Reads | January Special 2020 from 2020-01-28T14:25:32
For this Tea Reads January Special, I'm sharing an essay collection that I’ve been reading and enjoying this month: Surfacing by Kathleen Jamie. I also chat about other cultural recommendations an...
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123 | Tea and Tattle with Irenosen Okojie from 2020-01-21T06:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the prize-winning author, Irenosen Okojie, to discuss Irenosen’s fabulous short story collection, Nudibranch. Born in Nigeria, but having lived in London since ...
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122 | Tea and Tattle with Janice Hadlow from 2020-01-14T06:00
Happy New Year everyone! After starting 2020 with a nasty bug, I’m happily feeling myself again and am so pleased to be back with a brand new Tea & Tattle episode, which I’ve been dying to share fo...
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Tea Reads | Christmas Special 2019 from 2019-12-17T07:00
For this Tea & Tattle Christmas Special, I'm sharing one of my favourite Christmas Short Story collections, as well as more cultural recommendations and the festive cheer that has made me 'jump for...
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121 | Tea and Tattle with Laura Purcell from 2019-12-10T06:00
Today I’m joined by the author Laura Purcell, to discuss Laura’s latest book, Bone China. Laura is the queen of Gothic fiction writing, and I raced through her two previous books, The Silent Compan...
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120 | Tea and Tattle with Melanie Barnes from 2019-12-03T06:00
Hello and welcome to Tea & Tattle, a podcast that celebrates female creativity and storytelling. I’m your host, Miranda Mills, and today I’m joined by the author and photographer, Melanie Barnes, t...
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119 | Tea and Tattle with Esther Rutter from 2019-11-26T06:00
Welcome to the new season of Tea & Tattle! This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the writer and knitter, Esther Rutter, to talk about Esther’s first book: This Golden Fleece: A Journey Through Br...
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118 | Tea and Tattle with Jane Alty from 2019-07-02T05:00
This week, for the final Tea & Tattle episode of the season, I’m joined by the London-based chef, Jane Alty. Originally from New Zealand, Jane moved to London to pursue her career in food. Developi...
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116 | Tea and Tattle with Maunika Gowardhan from 2019-06-18T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the food writer and chef Maunika Gowardhan to discuss Maunika’s wonderful cookbook, Indian Kitchen, and her passion for Indian home cooking.
Growin...
115 | Tea and Tattle with Henrietta Lovell from 2019-06-11T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the founder of the Rare Tea Company, Henrietta Lovell, to discuss Henrietta’s just-published book, Infused: Adventures in Tea, which is a captivating memoir...
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114 | Tea and Tattle with Naoko Abe from 2019-06-04T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author and journalist Naoko Abe, to discuss Naoko’s book, ‘Cherry’ Ingram: The Englishman Who Saved Japan’s Blossoms.
Originally from Japan, al...
113 | Tea and Tattle with Mary Watson from 2019-05-28T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author Mary Watson, to discuss Mary’s latest novel, The Wickerlight. Mary was born in Cape Town, but now lives on the West Coast of Ireland with her hus...
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112 | Tea and Tattle with Yvonne Battle-Felton from 2019-05-21T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author Yvonne Battle-Felton, to discuss Yvonne’s debut novel, Remembered.
Yvonne was born in Pennsylvania, but moved to the UK when she started...
111 | Tea and Tattle with Sara Collins from 2019-05-14T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the London-based author, Sara Collins, to discuss Sara’s debut novel, The Confessions of Frannie Langton.
Set in Jamaica and London in the early 19...
110 | Tea and Tattle with Rosie Birkett from 2019-05-07T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the London-based food writer, stylist and broadcaster, Rosie Birkett, to discuss Rosie’s latest cookbook, The Joyful Home Cook.
Rosie grew up in Ke...
109 | Tea and Tattle with Isabella Hammad from 2019-04-30T09:20:57
Welcome to the new season of Tea & Tattle! I’m so excited to be starting a fresh series of episodes. This week, I’m joined by the writer Isabella Hammad, to discuss Isabella’s debut novel, The Pari...
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108 | A Chat With Kassia St Clair from 2019-03-26T14:16:25
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the writer Kassia St Clair, to discuss Kassia’s latest book, The Golden Thread. I’m such a fan of Kassia’s work, having loved her first bestselling book, Th...
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107 | A Chat With Anja Dunk from 2019-03-19T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the food writer and cookbook author, Anja Dunk, to discuss Anja’s fabulous cookbook, Strudel, Noodles and Dumplings. Although born in Wales, many of Anja’s ...
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106 | A Chat With Sonia Velton from 2019-03-12T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author, Sonia Velton, to discuss Sonia’s debut novel, Blackberry & Wild Rose. Set in Spitalfields in the 18th Century, Blackberry & Wild Rose is told fr...
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105 | A Chat With Wendy Narby from 2019-03-05T12:24:44
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the wine educator and writer, Wendy Narby, to talk all about wine and wellness. I recently read Wendy’s book, The Drinking Woman’s Diet, which offers tips a...
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104 | A Chat With Georgianna Lane from 2019-02-26T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author and photographer, Georgianna Lane, to discuss Georgianna’s latest book, New York in Bloom. Although based in Seattle, Georgianna spends much of h...
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103 | A Chat With Laura Shepherd-Robinson from 2019-02-19T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the author Laura Shepherd-Robinson, to discuss Laura’s debut novel, Blood & Sugar. Set in Deptford in 1781, Blood & Sugar is a murder mystery that explores ...
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102 | A Chat With Amelia Freer from 2019-02-12T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the nutritional food therapist, Amelia Freer. Amelia is the bestselling author of Eat. Nourish. Glow, Cook. Nourish. Glow and Nourish & Glow: The 10 Day Pla...
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100 | A Chat With Gabriella Bennett from 2019-01-29T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the journalist and author Gabriella Bennett, to chat about Gabriella’s first book, The Art of Coorie: How to Live Happy the Scottish Way. Gabriella is based...
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98 | A Chat With Alexandra Dudley from 2018-12-11T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the food writer Alexandra Dudley, to chat about her passion for sustainable eating, hosting dinner parties and fast, fresh, easy dishes. I love Alexandra’s ...
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94 | A Chat With Philippa Stanton from 2018-11-13T06:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the artist, writer and photographer, Philippa Stanton to discuss her new book, Conscious Creativity. Philippa is based in Brighton and has had a career in t...
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91 | A Chat With Ann Mah from 2018-10-30T10:30:08
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by the journalist and author, Ann Mah, to discuss Ann’s bestselling book, The Lost Vintage. Having grown up in America, Ann developed a love for France from a ...
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88 | A Chat With Samantha Clarke from 2018-10-09T05:00
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by Samantha Clarke, a happiness consultant and founder of the Growth and Happiness School. Samantha helps companies, as well as individuals, by advising them o...
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87 | A Chat With Emma Block from 2018-10-02T05:00
This Tuesday on Tea & Tattle, I’m joined by I’m joined by the author and illustrator Emma Block, to discuss Emma’s fantastic new book, The Joy of Watercolour. Emma started getting work as a freelan...
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85 | A Chat With Kate Morton from 2018-09-18T05:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m so delighted to be joined by one of my favourite authors, Kate Morton, to discuss Kate’s new book, The Clockmaker’s Daughter.
Originally from Australia, Kate no...
82 | A Chat With Amy Thomas from 2018-07-24T07:44:44
Today on Tea & Tattle, I'm in conversation with the American writer Amy Thomas, to discuss Amy's fabulous memoirs, Paris My Sweet and Brooklyn in Love. In her books, Amy describes her foodie advent...
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80 | A Chat With Marte Marie Forsberg from 2018-07-10T05:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I'm chatting with the writer and photographer Marte Marie Forsberg about her cookbook, The Cottage Kitchen. From my earliest days on instagram, I've been a fan of Marie's gor...
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79 | A Chat With Alicia Drake from 2018-07-03T06:02:45
This Tuesday, I'm in conversation with the writer Alicia Drake about her debut novel, I Love You Too Much, which tells the story of Paul, a young French teenager living in Paris, whose lonely world...
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77 | A Chat With Kate Young from 2018-06-12T10:14:01
This week on Tea & Tattle, I’m in conversation with the food writer and cook, Kate Young about her fabulous book, The Little Library Cookbook. Originally from Australia, Kate now lives in London an...
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75 | A Chat With Siobhan Ferguson from 2018-05-29T05:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m chatting with the social media photographer and author, Siobhan Ferguson. Siobhan is the founder and curator of three incredibly successful city-themed instagram account...
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73 | A Chat With Skye McAlpine from 2018-05-15T05:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m in conversation with the food writer, Skye McAlpine, who recently published her first cookbook, A Table in Venice. Although originally from Britain, Skye's parents moved ...
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71 | A Chat With Laura Freeman from 2018-05-01T05:00
Today on Tea & Tattle, I’m in conversation with the author and art critic, Laura Freeman, who recently published the incredible bibliomemoir, The Reading Cure: How Books Restored My Appetite. In he...
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69 | A Chat With Coralie Bickford-Smith from 2018-04-17T07:46:15
This week, I’m joined by Coralie Bickford-Smith, who works in house at Penguin Books as a book cover designer and has also written and illustrated the beautiful children’s picture books, The Fox an...
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67 | A Chat With Slightly Foxed Editors from 2018-04-03T05:00
This week, I'm joined by Gail Pirkis and Hazel Wood, the founders and editors of the literary journal and publishing company, Slightly Foxed. I’m such a huge fan of both the books and the magazine,...
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65 | A Chat With Tara Button from 2018-03-20T06:00
This week, I'm joined by the author and entrepreneur, Tara Button, to discuss Tara's new book A Life Less Throwaway. Tara started her business, Buy Me Once, when she felt frustrated by how hard it ...
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63 | A Chat With Imogen Hermes Gowar from 2018-02-20T06:00
This week, I'm joined by the author Imogen Hermes Gowar, to discuss her spectacular debut novel, The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock. One of the most anticipated releases for this year, Imogen's book has a...
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61 | A Chat With Fiona Sampson from 2018-02-06T10:13:16
Today on Tea & Tattle podcast, I'm joined by the award winning poet and writer, Fiona Sampson. Fiona’s works have been published in over thirty languages, and she received an MBE for services to li...
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