Miriam Margolyes: Australia, India, Italy

Miriam Margolyes: Australia, India, Italy

Author: The Telegraph July 14, 2020 Duration: 33:22

Whether you first encountered Miriam Margolyes as Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter films, or as Mrs Mingott in Martin Scorsese’s The Age of Innocence, or in any one of the hundreds of screen and stage roles that she’s had over the decades — you’ll probably have warmed to her. She’s like that.

And as she reveals to Greg Dickinson in this typically lively and forthright interview, travel has been one of the sustaining forces in both her life and her career. From an early memory of approaching Venice at dawn through to a recent, 10,000km road trip across Australia - she shares her highlights and makes an impassioned case for the lifelong value of travel.

To see Miriam’s photographs and an extended video interview: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/postcards/Miriam-Margolyes-podcast-postcards/

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Greg Dickinson from The Telegraph has a unique talent for tracking down the world's most fascinating travelers, even when they're grounded. In Postcards, he connects directly with these great adventurers, pulling out the tales that rarely make the headlines but always capture the spirit of a place. Each conversation feels like a personal dispatch, filled with the kind of vivid details and unexpected anecdotes you'd share with a friend over a drink. You'll hear about the hidden alleyways, the chance encounters with locals, and the small moments that truly define a journey. This isn't a guidebook or an itinerary planner; it's a collection of intimate narratives that rekindle the joy of discovery and remind us why we wander. Tune in for a dose of armchair exploration that's both thoughtful and deeply engaging, a perfect companion for anyone dreaming of distant horizons or simply appreciating a well-told story. The entire Postcards podcast series invites you to lean in and listen closely, as each episode delivers a fresh, authentic perspective from someone who has truly walked the path.
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