Latest Episodes
Episode 1
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October 27, 2026
Designing the Scripts for The Lord of the Rings
In this episode, Laura is joined by Daniel Reeve, the calligrapher behind some of the most iconic props in cinematic history. Daniel shares his...
00:51:04
October 20, 2026
Series 7 Trailer: Magic & Mystery
Our podcast producer, Heidi Cullip, introduces the next series of The Life of Letters with, me, your host, Laura Edralin. We explore this series'...
00:05:17
Episode 8
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August 25, 2026
Ghost Signs and the Art of Lettering
In this episode, Laura is joined by Sam Roberts - editor of BLAG magazine, the world's only magazine dedicated to sign painting craft, community...
00:53:12
Episode 7
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August 18, 2026
'Follow Your Art': Unlocking Your Creative Voice with Goodtype
In this episode, Laura is joined by Katie Johnson and Ilana Griffo - the duo behind Goodtype, one of the most vibrant and beloved...
00:39:40
Episode 6
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August 11, 2026
Endangered Alphabets and What Happens When You Write By Hand
In this episode, Laura is joined by Tim Brookes, founder of the Endangered Alphabets Project, for a fascinating conversation about the minority scripts around...
00:50:16
Episode 5
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August 04, 2026
Designing for the Page: Book Covers and Beyond
In this episode, Laura is joined by calligraphy and type designer Matthias Hertzberg for a fascinating look at his creative process, influences and projects...
00:33:29