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Our World This Week is a weekly podcast from Fran and Rich, creators of the Floating Our Boat YouTube channel.

For the past eight years, we’ve been cruising the canals and rivers of Britain aboard our narrowboat Laura Maisie. In this podcast, we slow things down a little — talking honestly about life afloat, the everyday moments that shape our weeks, and the thoughts that surface when you choose a life less ordinary.

More personal and candid than our videos, Our World This Week offers a quieter window into our lives — reflections, stories, with the occasional laugh along the way.


You can also find us on YouTube at Floating Our Boat: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoat


Thanks for following,


Fran and Rich


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This week was meant to be simple. It wasn’t.Noises in the night, allotment chaos and conversations about why a “normal” life never really suited us. This episode wanders through shed talk, dogs aboard, nightime storms and the joy of choosing freedom — with a laugh never far behind.Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What does The Smiths mean to Rich and why are we talking about naked ladies and Gaffer Tape? What are we planning to do in our shd and why can't Fran swallow bancmange? It's all revealed in this podcast.Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode we talk about our ultimate dream journeys — the physical ones and the inner ones that change how we live. Rich explores the idea of going minimalist with tech: what would we really keep if we stripped everything back to essentials?Meanwhile, Fran takes us back to her childhood, reminiscing about wandering around London alone at just ten years old.You cand send us an email to: info@floatingourboat.comThanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Possibly our last podcast of 2025. We chat about our Christmas preparations, how we actually spend the day itself, and what really matters to us at this time of year.Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode we talk of the gentle start to the day and how it set the tone for the morning. Rich shares his thoughts (and frustrations) about the greenwashing surrounding solar farms, while Fran catches us up on a very busy week of weaving ahead of an upcoming Christmas fair.We also share a few podcasts we’ve been enjoying recently, and of course, Archie the spaniel makes an appearance in his usual slightly grumpy way.Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We start with a particularly sharp jar of pickled onions and quickly move into reminiscing about our childhood food traditions and the performance of Sunday Tea and memorable family dishes. We talk about World Television Day and the move from three fixed channels to democratized, on-demand viewing. We also check in on the allotment after the season's first major frost, exploring the rapid shift in the garden and our struggles with the 'no-dig' approach. Finally, we challenge ourselves with a taste test of some preserved goods, including pickled nasturtium seeds.Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oh No, November!

Oh No, November!

2025-11-1944:37

This week on Floating Our Boat, we drift through all sorts of topics: the mighty River Severn, the magic of winter murmurations, Fran’s well-deserved moan about Black Friday, Rich’s fascination with Samuel Pepys’ diary, a chat about climate change, and a slightly ridiculous musical quiz that puts Fran’s knowledge to the test.https://floatingourboat.comYou can support us through:patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboatThanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Uncultivated Mind

The Uncultivated Mind

2025-09-2546:58

Join us for a ramble through our award-winning allotment garden's woes, wins and beyond. We have a good moan about the F-word (and social media), and discuss everything from canal water shortages to our struggle with mosquitos and this year's hot, hot summer. We’ll also be sharing what we're reading now and how many books we’ve managed to get through this year, or not.Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dive into the joys of narrowboat life with us and Paul from Haven Knox-Johnston. In this, the first of our new season, we share our exciting journey, top tips, and why we’re still loving every moment after 7 years on the water. Join us for an upbeat chat filled with inspiration and practical advice!https://www.havenkj.comhttps://floatingourboat.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSupport the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happy New YearThis episode we talk wildfowl, leaking canals, Fran's dream to do something different and boy is Rich tired of food.Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Merry Christmas everyone. This week we talk about Fran's return, the vicar who tells the truth, our presents and ringing the changes.Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What The Dickens'?

What The Dickens'?

2024-11-2735:21

What Dickens novel are we reading this December? Find out and read along with us. We talk AI, Hadrian's Wall, Motorhoming and Books.Just Giving for Dogs Trust Charity in rememberance of little Jess. https://www.justgiving.com/page/jess-floatingourboatSupport the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Life's a Beach

Life's a Beach

2024-11-1439:37

What has it meant for us to lose one of our faithful dogs? Walk with us along Rhossili Beach on the Welsh Coast.Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We talk Halloween, Fran's new toy and we're all sentimental over old songs.Fran's weaving Friend Lea https://www.youtube.com/@LeaWildCreative/videosSupport the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode we celebrate 5 years of married bliss and Fran reveals where she buys her fashion. YouTube and its algorithms, how does it affect our channnel? And why Rich loves an early night.https://www.facebook.com/thesuninnleintwardine/Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we talk about the frustration of seeing a doctor when you're continuously on the move and topics including Curlew's, how we power our boat and living on a really short canal.The Poet Laureate Has Gone To His Shed. BBC radio programme. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p085jg48Slimbridge Wetland Centre https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge/Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're back after way too long (again) with a new podcast hosting provider and a fresh start.Were did it go wrong? Keir Starmer et al, Motorhoming and David Cassidy all covered in this new episode.Support the showMake sure you're subscribed!Website: https://floatingourboat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FloatingOurBoatSend all your questions and thoughts here info@floatingourboat.comYou can support us here if you like:https://www.patreon.com/floatingourboathttps://buymeacoffee.com/floatingourboat Or support us with one-off donation to https://www.paypal.me/floatingourboat Thanks for listening. You can find more info here:YouTubeWebsite InstagramFacebookLinktreeYou can support our efforts here:Buy Me A CoffeePatreonPlease follow/subscribe to our podcast and it would be great if you could leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Terry Springer

Enjoy listening to your adventures 0n the podcast and YouTube.

Nov 6th
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