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The Life of Letters

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

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00:53:07

Creating Alphabets and Protest Signs with Chris Campe

The Life of Letters ·

2026/04/07

In this conversation, Laura Edralin interviews Chris Campe, a designer and writer based in Hamburg, Germany, who specialises in lettering and visual communication. They discuss Chris's journey into the world of lettering, the significance of letters as a medium, and the intersection of content and form in her work. Chris shares her experiences with analog and digital tools, her involvement in political expression through protest signs, and her

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00:31:30

Written in Faith: Calligraphy, Kindness, and Community

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/31

In this conversation, Laura Edralin speaks with Angenise Rawls, a talented calligrapher and artist, about her journey into the world of calligraphy, the evolution of her business, and the impact of her faith on her art. Angenise shares her experiences of creating meaningful cards for her community, the importance of giving, and how her artistic practice has influenced her spiritual growth. The discussion highlights the connection between creativity and

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00:31:30

Written in Faith: Calligraphy, Kindness, and Community

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/31

In this conversation, Laura Edralin speaks with Angenise Rawls, a talented calligrapher and artist, about her journey into the world of calligraphy, the evolution of her business, and the impact of her faith on her art. Angenise shares her experiences of creating meaningful cards for her community, the importance of giving, and how her artistic practice has influenced her spiritual growth. The discussion highlights the connection between creativity and

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00:38:19

Redesigning the Streets of London

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/24

In this conversation, Toshi Omagari, a typeface designer, shares his journey into typography, discussing key projects such as the City of London street names and his work on arcade game typography. He explains essential terminology in typography, the significance of kerning, and the challenges of designing typefaces for non-Latin scripts. Toshi also reflects on his favorite letters and the future trends in typeface design, particularly the impact of AI

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00:38:19

Redesigning the Streets of London

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/24

In this conversation, Toshi Omagari, a typeface designer, shares his journey into typography, discussing key projects such as the City of London street names and his work on arcade game typography. He explains essential terminology in typography, the significance of kerning, and the challenges of designing typefaces for non-Latin scripts. Toshi also reflects on his favorite letters and the future trends in typeface design, particularly the impact of AI

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00:51:16

How The Art of Printing Letters Has Changed

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/17

In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Kate Fishenden and Jonathan Mercer from Starch Green Studio about their creative journey, the tools they use, and how technology has influenced their design work. They discuss the importance of community, the evolution of design, and their favourite letters of the alphabet, highlighting the significance of typography in their work. To find out more about Kate and Jonathan, visit starchgreen.com or connect with

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00:51:16

How The Art of Printing Letters Has Changed

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/17

In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Kate Fishenden and Jonathan Mercer from Starch Green Studio about their creative journey, the tools they use, and how technology has influenced their design work. They discuss the importance of community, the evolution of design, and their favourite letters of the alphabet, highlighting the significance of typography in their work. To find out more about Kate and Jonathan, visit starchgreen.com or connect with

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00:41:25

Reviving the Art of Shorthand

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/10

In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Devon, the creator of the Learn Gregg Shorthand project. They discuss the history and importance of shorthand, Devon's personal journey into learning and teaching shorthand, the current state of shorthand in society, and the intersection of shorthand with other writing forms like calligraphy. They also explore the community aspect of learning shorthand and the future of digital resources for teaching this

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00:41:25

Reviving the Art of Shorthand

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/10

In this episode, Laura Edralin speaks with Devon, the creator of the Learn Gregg Shorthand project. They discuss the history and importance of shorthand, Devon's personal journey into learning and teaching shorthand, the current state of shorthand in society, and the intersection of shorthand with other writing forms like calligraphy. They also explore the community aspect of learning shorthand and the future of digital resources for teaching this

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00:40:15

Understanding the DNA of Letters (and making it a...

The Life of Letters ·

2026/03/03

In this conversation, Martina Flor shares her inspiring journey from a graphic designer to an award-winning lettering artist. She discusses the importance of education, the craft of lettering, and how it allows for personal expression within constraints. Martina emphasises the significance of community and support in the creative process, as well as the importance of developing one's own style. She also shares insights into her favorite projects and the

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00:07:24

Series 5 Trailer: An Evolution of Letters

The Life of Letters ·

2026/02/24

In this episode, hosts Laura Edralin and Heidi introduce the fifth series of the Life of Letters podcast, highlighting the exciting guests and topics that will be covered. They discuss the evolution of the podcast, the diversity of the art of lettering, and the importance of listener engagement and feedback. If you’re enjoying The Life of Letters Podcast, it would mean the world if you could follow or subscribe, leave a quick review, or share the

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00:48:52

Evolution of Letters: What Ancient Greece and Extinct...

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/30

In this episode - and epic finale to the fourth series - of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Dr. George Gazis, an expert in ancient inscriptions and Greek literature. They explore the history and evolution of writing systems, the significance of ancient inscriptions, and the impact of Linear B on our understanding of Greek writing. The conversation delves into the complexities of deciphering lost scripts, the role of digital

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00:48:52

Evolution of Letters: What Ancient Greece and Extinct...

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/30

In this episode - and epic finale to the fourth series - of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Dr. George Gazis, an expert in ancient inscriptions and Greek literature. They explore the history and evolution of writing systems, the significance of ancient inscriptions, and the impact of Linear B on our understanding of Greek writing. The conversation delves into the complexities of deciphering lost scripts, the role of digital

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00:37:22

What Happens to Lost Love Letters?

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Liz Maguire, curator of the Digital Love Letter Archive, Flea Market Love Letters. They explore the significance of handwritten letters, the evolution of letter writing, and the personal stories behind the letters in Liz's archive. The conversation delves into the emotional and historical context of letters, the challenges of preserving personal correspondence, and the

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00:37:22

What Happens to Lost Love Letters?

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Liz Maguire, curator of the Digital Love Letter Archive, Flea Market Love Letters. They explore the significance of handwritten letters, the evolution of letter writing, and the personal stories behind the letters in Liz's archive. The conversation delves into the emotional and historical context of letters, the challenges of preserving personal correspondence, and the

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00:33:02

The World of Black Letters with Elettr

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Ellie Heywood about her journey into the world of lettering and calligraphy. They discuss Ellie's passion for black letter scripts, her favorite tools and techniques, and her experiences with large-scale mural projects. Ellie shares insights on how to get started with calligraphy, the beauty of different letter forms, and her aspirations to spread the art of black

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00:33:02

The World of Black Letters with Elettr

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Ellie Heywood about her journey into the world of lettering and calligraphy. They discuss Ellie's passion for black letter scripts, her favorite tools and techniques, and her experiences with large-scale mural projects. Ellie shares insights on how to get started with calligraphy, the beauty of different letter forms, and her aspirations to spread the art of black

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00:45:51

Spencerian to Stunt Roman: Exploring Scripts with...

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Nina Tran about her journey into the world of calligraphy, the importance of teaching, and the community that has formed around this art. They explore various styles of calligraphy, the evolution of letters, and the personal significance of the letter G to Nina. The conversation highlights the passion and dedication that drives artists in their craft, as well as

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00:45:51

Spencerian to Stunt Roman: Exploring Scripts with...

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Nina Tran about her journey into the world of calligraphy, the importance of teaching, and the community that has formed around this art. They explore various styles of calligraphy, the evolution of letters, and the personal significance of the letter G to Nina. The conversation highlights the passion and dedication that drives artists in their craft, as well as

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00:50:41

The Story of Kaweco

The Life of Letters ·

2025/12/02

In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Michael Gutberlet, CEO of Kaweco, about the rich history and evolution of the iconic pen brand. They discuss the challenges faced by the pen industry, the innovative DIY experience offered by Kaweco, and the future of writing instruments in a digital age. Michael shares personal anecdotes and insights into the craftsmanship behind Kaweco pens, emphasizing the importance of

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