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Where Are You Going?

Loftus Media

Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives.

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Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week.

The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising.

Our final episode was in September 2025 but there is a wonderful archive here to enjoy.

Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next…

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Presented by Catherine Carr

Produced by the team at Loftus Media

Music by Edwin Pearson

Instagram: @whereareyougoing

Website: whereareyougoing.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sep 25, 2025 · 20 min
The team, their goodbyes and some recommendations
The team at Loftus Media - who have worked on the podcast - tell Catherine about their favourite WAYG? episodes and share some other podcast recommendations for you to enjoy. You Just Never Know…. x -- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2025 · 44 min
A chat, a critic and an ending
A special episode to announce and celebrate the end of Where Are You Going? Catherine sits down with writer and critic Fiona Sturges, from The Financial Times, to talk about the show and where it fits in the story of podcasting and radio over the last decade. Thank you to Fiona for her time. You can stay up to date with her audio column here You can follow the work that Loftus Media does here And.. Stay in touch with Catherine here. Thank you! x -- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 17, 2025 · 9 min
A BBQ, some chips and a lot of love
Catherine meets people in Sawston, who are planning supper and happy in love. -- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 9, 2025 · 9 min
British Museum, a steak and a yogi
Catherine talks about death, life and life-changing moments, in the London sunshine. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 2, 2025 · 9 min
A fossil, a hat and a T-Rex
Catherine gets an invigorating lesson on the corner of Bedford Square, in London’s Bloomsbury. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 26, 2025 · 10 min
A canoe, a mic and a bat
Catherine is pottering around near the canoe club in Cambridge, at dusk. It is still warm and the animals are making their presence felt. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 19, 2025 · 13 min
A cat, some books and fire.
Catherine and Pepper start the week with a stroll around Cambridge University. The students are not here, but plenty of employees are making their way to work: it’s city full of surprises. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2025 · 12 min
A bus, a motorbike and a pint of cider.
Catherine chats to a man outside a chippy near Norwich, and hears about the buzz of the open road and the loneliness of being surrounded by people all day. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 5, 2025 · 10 min
A tattoo, a dog and a lot of loss.
Catherine is on a rec near Norwich where she meets a woman who has a new reason to hope, after a lot of loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 29, 2025 · 11 min
Some bells, some stars and a lake
Catherine meets people on the shores of Lake Bohinj in Slovenia, and hears a love story full of faith and stars. And if you'd like a (very funny) explanation of Geocaching why not scroll back in the feed to A Geocache, Red Boots and a Tree, recorded in Norfolk. --- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loftus Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by Edwin Pearson Follow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ whereareyougoing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Check out our site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ whereareyougoing.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.u Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 22, 2025 · 11 min
A delivery, a stream and a very precise walk.
Catherine is up with the sparrows to talk to people starting the week with work and some good intentions. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 15, 2025 · 9 min
A birthday, a walk and two friends
Catherine and Pepper have an early morning cliff top encounter with two best friends --- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loftus Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by Edwin Pearson Follow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ whereareyougoing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Check out our site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ whereareyougoing.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 8, 2025 · 10 min
A yearning for the sea
Catherine and Pepper meet a couple by the sea who find peace and contentment there. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 1, 2025 · 13 min
A chef, a cabbie and a film
Catherine meets a cabbie who talks about family, being a Londoner and family strife. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#207
Jun 24, 2025 · 10 min
A cup of coffee, a grandpa and an A lister
Catherine and Pepper talk family and celebrity on a summery walk to Grantchester. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 17, 2025 · 11 min
Some eyelashes, some sequins and a lot of pride
Catherine’s Lincoln night out draws to a close with a beautiful chat about identity and pride. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 10, 2025 · 14 min
A beer, a rat and pair of jeans
Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 3, 2025 · 12 min
A handkerchief, a bike and a family story.
Catherine meets a very dapper man, who has a family story which touches history in an extraordinary way. -- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 27, 2025 · 13 min
A cup of coffee, a bench and some hope
Catherine meets a woman, coming to terms with some huge news. If you or someone you know is coping with a cancer diagnosis, The Macmillan Support Line is a good place to find some help. -- This week’s episode includes a paid advertisement for Better Help. You can get your exclusive discount as a Where Are You Going listener using the link www.betterhelp.com/going to start your therapy journey and become your best self. -- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 20, 2025 · 8 min
Some letters, a trilby and coming home.
Catherine meets a man who has come ‘home’ after many years. -- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next… Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members. Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Presented by Catherine Carr Produced by the team at Loftus Media Music by Edwin Pearson Follow whereareyougoing on Instagram Check out our site: whereareyougoing.co.uk Send us an email: whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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