A podcast on the history (and future) of calligraphy, penmanship, hand writing, lettering and much more. Hosted by me, Laura Edralin!
I am on a journey to fill the gaps in my knowledge as a calligrapher, having light-hearted conversations with historians, artists, and stationery experts to discover the stories behind the pen and beneath the ink.
This is for people who love the scratch of a nib on paper, who collect notebooks they’re too afraid to use, and who wonder what our writing says about us—past, present, and future.
So, whether you're a calligraphy enthusiast, a history lover, or just curious about the stories behind the letters we write, join me for The Life of Letters.
I’m not in this alone! This new podcast is produced by fellow calligraphy lover, Heidi Cullip.
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In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Melissa Sorensen from Speedball Art Products about the rich history and evolution of the Speedball brand, its products, …
In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Paul Antonio, a renowned calligrapher and heraldic artist, about his journey into the world of calligraphy. Paul shares his early fascination with letters, …
In this episode, Laura Edralin and Heidi Cullip introduce the third season of the 'Life of Letters' podcast, highlighting the diverse range of guests and themes that will be explored. They discuss th…
In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Catherine Yvard, curator at the National Art Library at the Victoria and Albert Museum, about the rich history and significance of manuscript illumination a…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Marie Coleman-Johns, a calligrapher and live event artist. They discuss Marie's journey into calligraphy, the evolution …
In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Robert Bree, a lettering artist and graphic designer based in Munich, Germany. They discuss the Flourish Club, a community for those passionate about flouri…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Sophie Reynolds, Head of Collections, Interpretation and Engagement, at Jane Austen's house, about the life and works of…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Liane Barker, a pioneering sign writer and gold leaf specialist with over 43 years of experience. Liane shares the story…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Athena Cauley-Yu, founder of Meticulous Ink, a letterpress and fine stationery business. They discuss Athena's journey i…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, Laura Edralin speaks with Jason Sandy, an American architect and mudlark in London. They explore the fascinating world of mudlarking, where the River T…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Kestrel Montes, a prominent figure in the calligraphy community. Kestrel shares her late discovery of calligraphy, her j…
In this episode, producer, Heidi and host, Laura, reflect on the success of Season One of the Life of Letters podcast, expressing gratitude to listeners and guests. They share their excitement for Se…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Susie Leiper about her journey into the world of calligraphy and painting. They discuss the intersection of…
In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Sylvia Wong, a Toronto-based calligraphy artist and digital marketing director. They discuss Sylvia's journey into calligraphy, the creation of her viral pr…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, Laura Edralin engages with Lucy Gibbon, an archivist from Orkney, to explore the fascinating world of archival work and paleography. They discuss the h…
*WARNING: In this episode we discuss themes of suicide and violent behaviour. If you need to, please take care of yourself, whether that means listening when you feel ready, skipping certain parts or…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with award-winning lettering artist Dan Foster. They explore Dan's journey into the world of lettering, influenced by his fat…
In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with award-winning calligrapher Ruh Al-Alam about his journey from London to Dubai, his passion for Arabic calligraphy, and t…
In this short introduction of the Life of Letters podcast, producer Heidi Cullip talks to host Laura Edralin about her journey into the world of calligraphy, discussing how it has positively impacted…
LAUNCHING: SEASON 1! Host, Laura Edralin explains what the podcast is about and who it is for. Find out who she'll be speaking to in the first season of the podcast.
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