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Kay Collier (Kathryn Hastings & Co)

The legacy of letter writing and how to bring this beautiful art form into the 21st century

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33. How to Write a Thank You Note + the Power of...

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2021/05/19

The best expressions of gratitude come from gratitude received fully. In this episode, I give my best tips for writing a thank you note and share about my philosophy of receiving.

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32. Rainer Maria Rilke’s 5th Letter to a Young Poet

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2021/05/12

In this letter, Rilke discusses his time in Rome, muses about beauty and encourages his young fan’s poetry. I recommend listening to the earlier episodes first if you haven’t heard them already.

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31. History of US Airmail ✈️ 💌

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2021/05/05

The history of airmail combines the history of aviation with history of the US Postal Service. In this episode, I explore the key chapters in this fascinating history, and share some of my personal stories in aviation. Blog post about airway beacons and arrows: https://www.gentleartofwandering.com/looking-for-airway-beacons-and-arrows-in-the-backcountry/ Additional photos and resources from the USPS:

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30. Ramie Targoff on the Life and 💌 of Vittoria Colonna

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2021/04/21

Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the little know but revolutionary Renaissance woman, Vittoria Colonna. We’re joined by author, Ramie Targoff, who is a Professor of English, co-chair of Italian Studies, and the Jehuda Reinharz Director of the Mandel Center for the Humanities at Brandeis University. Professor Targoff wrote a book about Vittoria Colonna, “Renaissance Woman,” and shares about this fascinating historical heroine.⁣ ⁣ Vittoria Colonna, Marchesa of Pescara, was the

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29. Letters from the Titanic 🚢 💌

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2021/04/14

Listen to accounts from Titanic Passengers to get a better sense of the those who took this fatal voyage over 110 years ago. I provide some historical context to the letters, share some interesting stories from the ship, and draw parallels to our current time.

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28. Tea & Letter Writing with Mike Harney from Harney...

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2021/04/07

Today, I'm speaking with Mike Harney who is the Vice President, master tea buyer and blender of Harney & Sons teas. Tea drinking and letter writing have always gone hand-in-hand for me, and so I asked Mike to teach us all about the ceremony of fine teas. He has extensive knowledge of all of the major tea regions in the world as well as an exceptional palette for tasting team. He also has published The Harney & Sons Guide to Tea. Whether you're an inveterate tea drinker like me or new to tea, there

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27. Letters from the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic

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2021/03/31

Learn from those who lived during the Spanish Flu of 1918. In this episode, I discuss what I learned about the pandemic through letters, and I also read letters written at that time. The letters come from the National Archives in DC, the WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, MO, and the British Medical Journal. If you’re interested in learning more about the 1918 pandemic, I recommend Jeremy Brown’s book, “Influenza: The Hundred Year Hunt to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History.” He tells more

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26. Anaïs Nin’s Letters and Life with Paul Herron

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2021/03/24

Paul Herron is a researcher, writer, editor and publisher of Sky Blue Press. He has extensive knowledge of Anaïs Nin’s life, literary work and letters. Through his in-depth knowledge and passion for her work, Paul helps us understand this multifaceted woman and artist, who even by today’s standards lived outside of societal norms. Her work continues to inspire and bring new questions about the cycle of human relationships and personal

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25. Rainer Maria Rilke’s Fourth Letter to a Young Poet

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2021/03/17

In this episode, we continue with Rainer Maria Rilke’s Letters to a Young Poet. We talk more about the life of an artist, an artist’s unique path, and how to grow even when it makes others uncomfortable. I recommend listening to the other three episodes first.

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24. Fan Mail & How to write letters to celebrities

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2021/03/10

What can the history of letter writing teach us about fan mail? When writing celebrities, what are the best ways to connect with them, while still respecting the distance of being strangers? In this episode I share some simple tips of how to write a good fan letter… And how to avoid some of the tropes that have existed since the beginning a fan mail.⁣ ⁣ In this episode I also mention fan mail that Lord Byron received. To read more about his fan mail and additional letters that I didn’t share, visit

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23. Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I

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2021/03/03

Many know the ending of this tragic relationship between two Queen cousins, but the letters from these two figures are often forgotten. Hear about their lives and star-crossed paths. To see how Mary folded her last letter, see this tutorial: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_2fca6JibI/?igshid=zg9af871mzlm

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22. Beethoven's Heiligenstadt Testament

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2021/02/24

After his death, Beethoven’s family found a letter in his desk, which had been written nearly 25 years earlier. The letter tells about his struggles with deafness and his retreat from society. He also shared about how his art inspired him to continue despite his suffering. ⁣ ⁣ Letter translation: all-about-Beethoven.com⁣

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21. Lewis Carroll’s Eight or Nine Wise Words about...

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2021/02/17

In 1890, Lewis Carroll published a small pamphlet with tips on letter writing. His advice still applies today, and much of it can apply to email as well.

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20. 💌✨ Letters to the Astral (with Laura LaRosa)

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2021/02/10

For those who don’t want to set hard goals in 2021 but still want to head in the direction of their dreams, an astral letter can be the perfect option. In this episode, we work with modern shaman and seer, Laura LaRosa to understand working with the astral and this unique method of manifestation. To book a session or contact Laura, simply email LauraLeeLaRosa@gmail.com 🌹

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19. Rilke’s Letters to a Young Artist (Third Letter)

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2020/12/09

Tune in for the third letter in this series of Rainer Maria Rilke’s Letters to a young artist. We talk about criticism, patience and what it means to be an artist.

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18. Holiday Letters 💌🎄 🕎 ✨🍾

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2020/12/02

We’re all familiar with holiday cards, but what makes a holiday letter different? In this episode, I share my own approach to holiday letters and of course share my perspective on a stress free holiday season in 2020. ✨

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17. Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke

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2020/11/25

One of the most inspiring people I've spoken with, Julie Montagu, is a force of nature. She bears many titles including an aristocratic one, as well as yogi, entrepreneur, TV host and writer. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, the viscountess shares about their family country estate, Mapperton House. We also discuss some historic family letters from an earlier countess whose life parallels Julie's in surprising and fascinating ways.⁣ ⁣ American Aristocrat

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16. Holiday Cards in 2020

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2020/11/18

2020 has been a strange year with quarantine. Should we do holiday cards the same as every year or take a different approach in 2020? In this episode, I’m sharing my new approach to holiday cards this year.

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15. The Pony Express with Jim DeFelice author of...

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2020/11/11

Jim DeFelice is an author, researcher, historian and master storyteller. He has covered a wide variety of topics and genres from military history, spy thrillers, futuristic techno-thrillers and memoir, including his #1 NYT best seller, American Sniper. His newest popular history, West Like Lighting, chronicles the rich history of the Pony Express. DeFelice drove the entire route of the Pony Express and also met with museum curators, local historians and reenactors to find as many primary sources as

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14. Joanna Espin, The Postal Museum, London

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2020/11/04

Learn about the rich, 500 year history of the Postal Service in the UK. We're joined by the curator, Joanna Espin, from the Postal Museum in London. Did you know that the postal service was the first social network? The Postal Museum reveals the fascinating stories about how we've shared information for the past 5 centuries. The Postal Museum is supported by the Postal Heritage Trust, an independent charity created to protect and share this rich history. If you enjoyed this episode, please

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