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Where Are You Going?

Loftus Media•shows.acast.com

Society & Culture

Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives.

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Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week.

The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising.

Our final episode was in September 2025 but there is a wonderful archive here to enjoy.

Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never know what story is coming next…

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Presented by Catherine Carr

Produced by the team at Loftus Media

Music by Edwin Pearson

Instagram: @whereareyougoing

Website: whereareyougoing.co.uk

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Episodes

Central Cardiff, some walking boots and a shovel

Stories from wintery Cardiff, when the air was freezing thick snow covered the city. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives o...

Apr 25, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Amsterdam city centre, a dumbbell and some wig-glue

Stories from Amsterdam, very early on a blissfully quiet weekend morning, when the city’s bells were ringing. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the w...

Apr 21, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Ely's Riverside Park, a bike and an ambulance

Stories from a park in Ely, when the dogs were chasing birds and the river was high. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives o...

Apr 18, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Ely Cathedral, a robin and a tractor

Stories from Ely, when the wind around the cathedral was chilly. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just n...

Apr 14, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Bute Park Cardiff, a snowman and a tree

Stories from Cardiff, when the schools were shut and snow was thick on the ground. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of ...

Apr 11, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The Central Line, an anchor and a crown

A story from the London Underground first thing in the morning. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just ne...

Apr 07, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 5

A Liverpool museum, a fun night and a folder

Stories from Liverpool, when the seagulls were squawking. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just never kn...

Apr 06, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Park Slope Brooklyn, hockey sticks and a donut

Stories from Brooklyn on a sweltering summer morning when people were streaming towards the subway. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and i...

Apr 05, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The River Cam, a kingfisher and a fishing rod

Stories from Grantchester meadows when the willows were frozen. Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others: You just ne...

Apr 04, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Brighton beach, some stilettos and a cat

Stories from Brighton seafront on a sunny day when the waves were wild. --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at whereareyougoing@loftusmedia.co.uk --- Where Are You Going? is a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-brea...

Apr 03, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Where Are You Going?

Welcome to a unique storytelling podcast in which Catherine Carr interrupts people as they go about their everyday lives and asks simply: “Where are you going?” The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014. Be transported to places around the world and into the lives of others. What story is coming next? You jus...

Mar 24, 2023•4 min

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