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Where Are You Going?

Loftus Mediashows.acast.com

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. Catherine’s been travelling and recording since 2014.


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


We'll publish new episodes every Tuesday.


Join our Where Are You Going? Club for bonus audio, exclusive behind the scenes content and a chance to interact with Catherine, the production team and other club members.

Find out more at www.whereareyougoing.co.uk/club


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Presented by Catherine Carr

Produced by the team at Loftus Media

Music by Edwin Pearson

Instagram: @whereareyougoing

Ko-Fi: whereareyougoing

Website: whereareyougoing.co.uk

Send us an email: [email protected]


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We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected]

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Episodes

Greece, Australia and Portugal

At Gatwick Airport strangers tell Catherine their reasons for travel. --- Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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...

Aug 06, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 145

A gin and tonic, a movie camera and some tracks

Catherine meets a couple flying to Portugal who share a passion for railways and design Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 downr...

Aug 02, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 144

A rockstar, a thermometer and some magic

Catherine meets a real rockstar outside Gatwick airport, who talks about music as magic Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 downr...

Jul 30, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 143

A gown, two sons and the Bard

Catherine meets some fresh graduates in Cambridge city centre who share stories of hope and pride. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 occasio...

Jul 26, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 142

A bike, a bridge and pint of beer

Catherine has a philosophical chat with a man whose life changed thanks to a wager he took as a student Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 oc...

Jul 23, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 141

A Show, A Gallery and some Lunch

Catherine meets two men who entertain her by analysing their friendship Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-i...

Jul 19, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 140

Four Siblings, a Roman Wall and Lunch

Catherine meets tourists from around the world at bus stops for the T15 Routemaster in London. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 occasionall...

Jul 16, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 139

A Birthday, a Rounders Bat and Gibraltar

Catherine meets some active and fun seeking friends from Gibraltar on the no.15 Routemaster bus in London. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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...

Jul 12, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 138

Maths, Mexico and Reading

Catherine joins the no.15 routemaster bus at Trafalgar Square, London. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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...

Jul 09, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 137

Three Suitcases, a Lawyer and some ambition

A barrister from Nigeria tells Catherine about a global career, ambition and living between two cultures. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 ...

Jul 05, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 136

On The Bus!

Some exciting news from a London Routemaster (in partnership with Londoner Buses). Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 ...

Jul 03, 20241 min

Sausage Dog, Hen Party and a Dinner Lady

Locals head to the park in Leamington Spa on a hot summer’s day. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-...

Jul 02, 202414 minSeason 1Ep. 135

Some Geese, Some Students and a Clown

Catherine’s in a park in sunny Leamington Spa surrounded by honking geese. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-yo...

Jun 28, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 134

Luxury Bags, a Baby + a Motorbike

Catherine meets two strangers with different missions for their afternoon. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-yo...

Jun 25, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 133

Twins, Cyclists and Spare Pants

Catherine meets couples joined at the hip for different reasons (including a cyclist who’s frustrated with the train delays). Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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,...

Jun 21, 202411 min

Birds, Binoculars and an Anniversary

Catherine chats to ramblers on the South Devon coastal path. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-trac...

Jun 18, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 131

Cigarettes, Cleaning and Caring

Catherine’s in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire on a busy Saturday morning. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-...

Jun 14, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 130

Bucket, Bait and Sea Bass

Catherine meets a seasoned fisherman digging for bait in Salcombe, Devon. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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...

Jun 11, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 129

Potholes, Tarmac and 20,000 Steps

It’s early evening in Newcastle and Catherine meets strangers working and walking near the river. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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 occasion...

Jun 07, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 128

Chocolate, Covid and Cancer

Catherine meets a woman whose life is affected by cancer. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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’...

Jun 04, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 127

Magazines, Computers and Careers

Catherine meets strangers in a very busy Brooklyn, New York. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-trac...

May 31, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 124

A Rucksack, Flask of Tea and Meditation

Catherine and her dog Pepper are walking in south Devon. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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’ ...

May 28, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 123

A Dog, the Air Force and AI

Catherine meets a dog walker in Huntingdon, East Anglia. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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’ ...

May 24, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 122

Cinema, Gym and Thai Food

Catherine chats to strangers in Newcastle about their evening plans. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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-y...

May 21, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 125

A Market, a Tooth and a Hedgehog

It’s the weekend market in Huntingdon, East Anglia. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- 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’ surpr...

May 17, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 124

A Camera, a Novel and a Poet

Catherine meets an aspiring novelist in Seoul, South Korea --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected] --- 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, ...

May 14, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Some Sausages, South Africa + Finding Faith

A popular butcher in Huntingdon tells Catherine about his craft. --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected] --- 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, s...

May 10, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 120

A Food Shop, a Cigarette and a Meaty Lunch

Catherine chats to strangers in Middleton, Greater Manchester who are taking a break from work. --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected] --- 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 fun...

May 07, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 119

A Vape, a Chef’s Hat and Italy

Catherine meets some Italian chefs on their vape break. --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected] --- 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, rom...

May 03, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 118

A Podcast, a Bagel and a Shipping Container

It’s a bustling day in New York city. --- We’re actively seeking brand partners and sponsors for this podcast and would love to talk to you. Please email us at [email protected] --- 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 occasiona...

Apr 30, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 117
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