'Gone To Timbuktu', hosted by the bestselling author and journalist Sophy Roberts, explores the art of travel with writers, poets, photographers and filmmakers. Conversations range from physical journeys to inner landscapes, creative influences and new ideas.
Gone To Timbuktu
Claim This Podcastby Sophy Roberts
5.0(72 reviews)
36 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇬🇧
38
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality55
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement51
Podcast Overview
'Gone To Timbuktu', hosted by the bestselling author and journalist Sophy Roberts, explores the art of travel with writers, poets, photographers and filmmakers. Conversations range from physical journeys to inner landscapes, creative influences and new ideas.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
1/5/2023
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
38
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality55
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement51
6
Excellent Areas
3
Good Performance
10
Growth Opportunities
excellent
Episode Length
45 minutes
Performing excellently!
good
Show Notes Quality
3.0/5
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
poor
Publishing Consistency
Every 38 days
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
+16 More Metrics
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
What's Included in Your Full Report
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
Get your free podcast insights report
See how your show performs across every key metric
Instant delivery
No spam
Attract Better Guests
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Secure Sponsorships
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Grow Your Audience
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
1 verified contact email on file for Gone To Timbuktu
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
April 24, 2026
Series 3 Ep 12: Tom Parker
<p>A masterclass on photography, in this funny, intimate conversation about therapists, the role of luck, Marxist newspapers, and sleeping on the ledge of a bubbling lava lake in the DRC. With multi awardwinning photographer, Tom Parker. </p>
March 27, 2026
Series 3 Ep 11: George Butler
<p>The acclaimed British artist George Butler draws in situ with pen, ink and watercolour, his travels taking him to Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine and more. His reportage illustration is the 'art of travel' at its most urgent — with this conversation zeroing in on the big question: can art make a difference?</p>
March 6, 2026
Series 3 Ep 10: Judith Scheele
<p class="sqsrte-small" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">An extraordinary desert traveller and social anthropologist bursts all the cliches as she takes us on a journey into the heart of the Sahara to reveal its complex human history. Instead of an imagined city of gold, Judith Scheele reveals something of the real Timbuktu, unpicking the myths and the romance in a discussion based on two decades of field research in Mali, Southern Algeria and Northern Chad. </p>
36 total episodes available
Recent guests on Gone To Timbuktu
Guests from recent episodes — sign up to see every guest that has ever appeared on this show.
Caroline Eden
Guest
Damian Le Bas
Guest
Kapka Kassabova
Guest
Philip Marsden
Guest
Robert Macfarlane
Guest
Rob Cowen
Guest
Bruce Parry
Guest
Erling Kagge
Guest
Noreen Masud
Guest
James Rebanks
Guest
Jeff Young
Guest
Paul Theroux
Guest
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
From Our Own Correspondent
BBC Radio 4
The Rest Is Politics
Goalhanger
Desert Island Discs
BBC Radio 4
More or Less: Behind the Stats
BBC Radio 4
Leading
Goalhanger
The News Agents
Global
The Food Programme
BBC Radio 4
The News Agents - USA
Global
Stories of our times
The Times
The Louis Theroux Podcast
Spotify Studios
The Rest Is Politics: US
Goalhanger
Empire
Goalhanger
The Rest Is Entertainment
Goalhanger
As the Season Turns
Ffern
How To Fail With Elizabeth Day
Elizabeth Day and Sony Music Entertainment
Deep-dive analytics for Gone To Timbuktu
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Gone To Timbuktu?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.