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Do London Differently by London National Park City
Do London Differently is a podcast series hosted by London National Park City Ranger Emily Langston and produced by Michael Shilling.
Have have relaunched in 2025 with a new format - sharing how Londoners are making the city Greener, Healthier and Wilder.
Do London Differently by London National Park City
Dan Raven-Ellison on Rewilding Cities, Walking Movements & Slow Ways
In this episode of Do London Differently, Michael Shilling sits down with explorer, geographer and campaigner Dan Raven-Ellison - the visionary behind London National Park City and the Slow Ways walking network.
Dan shares how a simple question — "What if London was a National Park?" — sparked a global movement. We talk about:
✅ The story behind London becoming the world's first National Park City
✅ The rise of Slow Ways and how it's transforming how we explore the UK
✅ Why walking is a radical act of connection, belonging, and reimagination
✅ Earth in 100 Seconds — a powerful short film showing UK land use
✅ How walking can change the way we think about space, nature, and each other
Whether you’re a city walker, nature lover, teacher, or curious mind — this episode will inspire you to go outside, walk differently, and see the world with fresh eyes.
🔗 Links below to Dan’s projects, films, and the Slow Ways network
Slow Ways Crowdfunder
See the Slow Ways progress map
You can join the National Parks Trail challenge until the end of August. Find out how to get involved
UK in 100 Seconds