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Coffee Break with Jonnie Fielding aka Bowl of Chalk
Manage episode 508313776 series 3428806
Joining me for a coffee break is Jonnie Fielding, also known as Bowl of Chalk, a remarkable tour guide and author. We dive into his latest book, Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? And 364 Fun London Facts, which promises to entertain and educate readers with quirky and fascinating insights about London.
Jonnie shares his journey from a tour guide to a published author, revealing how his passion for the city and its history inspired him to compile this collection of fun facts. We discuss the challenges he faced in the publishing world, the importance of social media in building his brand, and how he transformed his love for London into a successful writing career.
As we explore the contents of his book, Jonnie uncovers intriguing anecdotes that highlight London’s rich history, from the origins of its street names to quirky tales of its architecture. He also addresses the misconceptions surrounding certain famous locations, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the city they think they know.
This episode is a delightful mix of humour, history, and inspiration, perfect for anyone looking to discover more about London or simply enjoy a good story.
Buy Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? And 364 Fun London Facts
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164 episodes
Manage episode 508313776 series 3428806
Joining me for a coffee break is Jonnie Fielding, also known as Bowl of Chalk, a remarkable tour guide and author. We dive into his latest book, Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? And 364 Fun London Facts, which promises to entertain and educate readers with quirky and fascinating insights about London.
Jonnie shares his journey from a tour guide to a published author, revealing how his passion for the city and its history inspired him to compile this collection of fun facts. We discuss the challenges he faced in the publishing world, the importance of social media in building his brand, and how he transformed his love for London into a successful writing career.
As we explore the contents of his book, Jonnie uncovers intriguing anecdotes that highlight London’s rich history, from the origins of its street names to quirky tales of its architecture. He also addresses the misconceptions surrounding certain famous locations, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the city they think they know.
This episode is a delightful mix of humour, history, and inspiration, perfect for anyone looking to discover more about London or simply enjoy a good story.
Buy Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? And 364 Fun London Facts
Follow Jonnie Fielding
We’d love to hear your thoughts. Take a moment to complete The Conversation survey and share your views about the podcast. http://bit.ly/theconversationwithnadinematheson-survey
"Enjoying 'The Conversation'? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️
https://ko-fi.com/nadinematheson
Purchase books by the featured authors through my affiliate shop on Bookshop.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
164 episodes
Alle Folgen
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