First in a new sub-series called Meet your guide. The formula is: David interviews a guide. Gets the guide to tell us a little bit about himself or herself. Where they grew up, what they did (and do) professionally, how they found their way into London Walks, what they do when they’re not guiding, what they make of London, likes and dislikes, any special London “tips” they might have, etc. etc.
And it’s Mary (Mary the dancer, Mary the little English rose, Mary “the boss”) who gets the show on the road. Is the leadoff batter (yes, it’s a baseball idiom but so what) for the new series.
Discovered this tonight and thoroughly enjoyed it. So nice to hear your voices. 🙂 Looking forward to getting back to London whenever it is safe to travel.
I’ve been binge listening to the most recent podcasts tonight, and came upon this first “meet your guide” interview- loved it! And the podcasts! It’s great to learn you’ll be continuing the virtual tours even when things open up and in-person walking can resume. It’s the next best thing ☺️.
And a big hello to you, Candace! She’s a bit of all right, isn’t she, the English rose.
I am so glad that I listened to this interview to learn the background about London Walks. David, you did a marvelous job interviewing the “boss” Mary as well as revealing info about your family. I’d love to have been on Mary’s first Covent Gardens tour. I bet she “danced” down the alleyways with her group.
BTW I am a huge American fan of London Walks! I took 4 walks in two days back in fall 2023 (my first post-pandemic London trip. Why so many? I couldn’t just choose one. I came back to London for one night in January 2025 and took your Old Mayfair walk. Richard III was a delightful guide.
I live in Washington DC. I am so glad that your company inspired the launch of Washington Walks.