Talk of the Thames
Listen to relaxed and insightful conversations about the tidal Thames, including history, riverside development, environmental issues and wildlife. Hosted by Chloe Russell.
- Update frequency
- every 38 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
The Curators Behind London Museum: Secrets of the Thames
The Thames is a time capsule—and mudlarks are the storytellers. Join Chloe at the London Museum for Secrets of the Thames: Mudlarking London’s Lost Treasures. With curators Kate Sumnall and Thomas Ar…
Mapping the Ocean: How Art, Play and Technology Are Reimagining Our Blue Planet
Step into the world’s first public Spilhaus projection ocean map with presenter Chloe Russell in this special World Ocean Day episode of Talk of the Thames. Recorded at the newly reopened Ocean Hall …
Nature’s Greatest Mystery: The Story of the Eel
In this special Talk of the Thames episode for World Eel Day, presenter Chloe Russell is joined by Andrew Kerr, Chairman of the Sustainable Eel Group, to uncover one of the most extraordinary and mys…
People of the Thames: Songs, Treasures & Time
This episode is the second in our new panel discussion series People of the Thames on Talk of the Thames, where we explore how different communities work, create, and engage with the river. Hosted by…
People of the Thames: Working on the River
This episode marks the launch of a new panel discussion series People of the Thames on Talk of the Thames, where we explore how different communities work, create, and engage with the river. Hosted b…
Cruise the Thames: Biodiversity, History, and Heritage
Welcome to a special episode of Talk of Thames with your host, Chloe Russell. This week, we're taking you on an exclusive boat trip along the iconic River Thames, recorded live during the Totally Tha…
A Conversation with Steve Colclough - Guardian of the Thames Estuary (Part Two)
Welcome back to the second part of our captivating journey beneath the surface of the Thames Estuary. In this episode, we're joined by a true guardian of these waters, Steve Colclough, Fisheries Scie…
Exploring the Hidden World Beneath the Thames Estuary (Part One)
Welcome to the first part of our exhilarating journey, as we delve into the thriving underwater world beneath the Thames Estuary. Our adventure begins at Battersea Reach, just east of the River Wandl…
In Conversation with Author and Environmentalist, Dr. Jules Pretty
Welcome back to another episode of Talk of the Thames. In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of sustainable living and explore ideas that can improve lives and inspire action with renow…
Paddleboarding London: An Immersive Journey along the Thames
Welcome back to a truly immersive episode of "Talk of the Thames"! On this special occasion of World Ocean Day, join us on a captivating journey along the River Thames, as we explore the beauty and w…
Building a Sustainable Future: An Inside Look with Richard Aylard, Sustainability Director at Thames Water
In this episode of Talk of the Thames, Sustainability Director Richard Aylard discusses his journey, the Thames Tideway Tunnel project and Thames Water's global efforts to combat climate change.
Welco…
In Conversation with Giles Tofield from The Cultural Engine
Back after a short break, we bring Giles Tofield to the stage to talk to us about his work at The Cultural Engine. In this episode we explore what projects The Cultural Engine have worked on, includi…
Blue Connections: Our Pilot Training Project
What is the Blue Connections project? In todays episode we're joined by our Technical Director Amy Pryor, Data and Training Manager Wanda Bodnar, and Learning and Engagement Manager Yomi Odunlami, wh…
Totally Thames Festival 2022: Join Us On Our Guided Tour and Sound Walk at the Greenwich Peninsula
Come and join us for an immersive guided walk around the Greenwich Peninsula as we explore the lesser-known environmental past and present of London's famous river.
Your guides are Thames Estuary Part…
In Conversation with Lara Maiklem, River Thames Mudlarker and Author
Have you noticed people on the foreshore of the River Thames with their heads down searching for something? Have you ever wondered what they could possibly find? In this episode we address what this …
In Conversation with Kelly Sporn, Sustainability Lawyer and Postgraduate Student at Cambridge Institute of Sustainability Leadership
Join us for another exciting episode of Talk of The Thames where we chat with Kelly Sporn, Sustainability Lawyer and Post Graduate Student at Cambridge Institute of Sustainability Leadership. In thi…
In Conversation with Dr. Wallace J Nichols, Author of 'Blue Mind'
Have you heard of the term 'blue mind'? Perhaps it's something you are all too familiar with unconsciously, and never thought about before. Do you enjoy being in, around, near, or under water? There …
The Success Stories of The Thames Catchment Community Eels Project
Join us for a special episode released on World Fish Migration Day about The Thames Catchment Community Eels Project. We are joined by six organisations in total, Thames Rivers Trust who led the proj…
Fish Local Introduces The Silver Shore Herring
On today’s episode we’re joined by Jesse Seaward, Partner at Band Agency and Ollie Jackson, Co-Founder of 100 Tons of Plastic and son of ex-fisherman Merlin Jackson, as they discuss their recent proj…
The Role of the Architect in the Estuarine/Coastal Space: In Conversation with Thames Estuary Partnership CE Heather Hilburn about her FRIBA Award
Join us as celebrate the successes of Thames Estuary Partnership's Executive Director Heather Hilburn, as she has been awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects Honorary Fellowships Award 202…