Talking with the Hippies

About Talking with the Hippies

Hi, my name is Tom Widdicombe and this is my podcast about hippies and anything and everything to do with the Hippy era. I'm hoping to put together a collection of interviews with a few of us that were there, or as some people say, were not there, at the time. If you would like to chat about pretty much anything to do with this subject, please do get in touch at talkingwiththehippies@gmail.com.

Publisher

Tom Widdicombe

Category

history

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

16 Nov 2021

Latest episode

12 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

38 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2025

   Direct Action - 27 Days in a Tunnel

   This is Episode 2 of my chat with Doctor Larch Maxey. In the first episode we talked about Larch's prison experiences. In this episode we look more closely at the philosophy of Direct Action, and also look into the actual reality of living for 27 days in a tunnel. We recorded this episode Live, at the wonderful 'Buckfastleigh mic' on September 27th - apologies for the delay in putting it out there. It was a joy talking with Larch, and thank you to the lovely audience who helped make this such an enjoyable evening. Please share with anyone that you think may enjoy the podcast. Also, to be certain not to miss an episode please do remember to Follow . Thanks to you all for your support and never forget that the true joy in this life comes from the love within. Love and Peace Tom

2. 

   19 Aug 2025

   So tell me about being in gaol

   In this episode I talk to Doctor Larch Maxey. I met Larch just after he had been released from gaol. He was sentenced to three years for taking part in a Just Stop Oil protest. We had great chat. It went on a long time, and even then there was clearly more that needed to be said. Part two is scheduled to be recorded 'Live' at Buckfastleigh MIC on September 9th. You are of course very welcome to come along to meet Larch and to join in the discussion.

3. 

   17 Jun 2025

   Whole Earth, Brown Rice and More.

   Host Miles Litvinoff interviews Greg Sams about his experiences in London's whole food scene and his essay on flower power, offering insights into alternative lifestyles.

Reach and audience

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Spotify

4.9 / 5

18 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

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Quality

44

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68

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