The Clearing with Katherine May
Katherine MayWhere would you go to rest and retreat, in good times and bad?
Katherine May, author of Wintering and Enchantment, asks her guests to share their idea of a perfect sanctuary. Drawing on memory, inspiration and imagination, she explores the things we seek out when we need to restore our joy, hope and energy.
It begins with a forest clearing. What will we find there? A log cabin or a grand hotel? W... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 69 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksEducationArtsSelf-Improvement | |||
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In this episode Katherine chats to Laura Pashby, author of the incredible book Chasing Fog and master of ethereal photography, about her vision for the perfect retreat when things get tough.
A magical dreamscape unfurls of a fog-bound lighthouse on... more
Katherine launches her new podcast The Clearing with British actor, comedian, author and 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction judge Cariad Lloyd. Together they explore Cariad’s vision of a dream retreat; a place she would conjure given the opportunity, and... more
Katherine is delighted to let you know she’s back with a new podcast series called The Clearing.
In each episode she asks writers and creatives, where would you go to rest and retreat, in good times and bad?
Drawing on memory, inspiration and imag... more
Recently, Katherine interviewed Sarah Moss about her incredible new memoir, My Good Bright Wolf, an account of growing up as a difficult girl in a difficult family, and how this ultimately led to her eating disorder. Throughout the book, she repeated... more
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- Like a warm cup of tea with a friend
Love this podcast and the questions and insights Katherine and her guests offer.
Apple Podcasts5StaceyHettes
United States8 months ago - Grateful
So grateful for the time and thought that go into this podcast. Such a heartfelt act of love that I am finding very comforting.
Apple Podcasts5Anna with an "S"United Statesa year ago - Don’t tell me how tired you are.
Please don’t begin by telling the audience how tired you are from a party.
Put the dog away before the podcast. A barking dog in the background is sort of unprofessional.
I wanted to here Oliver Burkeman. Thanks for that.
Apple Podcasts2kamjdlmUnited Statesa year ago - Very enjoyable and interesting but…
I’ve really enjoyed this podcast and apparently it’s finished now … very sad. It’s being moved over to Substack - which is fine but most things on Ms May’s Stack are behind a paywall. I’ll be sad to see this go - it’s been a great listen. I
Apple Podcasts5La Galloise
France2 years ago Enjoyable! Love listening to the eclectic guests and peering into the minds of writers and thinkers.
Podcast Addict52 years agoAurorespera
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What is The Clearing about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Conversations focus on personal narratives and the emotional complexities of modern life, exploring themes of mental health, motherhood, and societal pressures. Noteworthy topics include mental illness, the transformative journey of motherhood, and various cultural perspectives on grief and resilience. The episodes feature diverse guests who reflect on their experiences and insights, leading to thought-provoking discussions that resonate with listeners navigating similar challenges. This content aims to provide comfort, understanding, and a deeper connection with the human experience, highlighting the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in facing life’s trials.
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The Clearing launched 6 years ago and published 69 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The Clearing?
Recent guests on The Clearing include:
1. Laura Pashby
2. Cariad Lloyd
3. Sarah Moss
4. Kate Fox
5. Oliver Burkeman
6. Lucy Jones
7. Daniel Tammet
8. Catherine Coldstream
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