Episode 4: The London Pearly Kings and Queens (with Evie Waldren and Teresa Watts)

On this episode of the Hadriatic Divide, Poddy does the Lambeth Walk (figuratively), dons her button suit (figuratively) and talks to two Pearly Queens (literally) in an attempt to learn about the history of London's Pearly Kings and Queens, a concept entirely unfamiliar to Ciaran. The couple discuss what they would put on their own button suits, debate whether or not the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony was suitably inclusive of every country within the United Kingdom, and, most importantly, why Partick Thistle's horrifying mascot holds more importance in Ciaran's heart than Paddington Bear. Will Pod convince Ciaran to adopt The Pearlies into Scottish culture? Listen to find out.Follow Evie and Teresa on social media:Evie - @pearlyevieTeresa - @teresa.watts67The Pearlies do amazing work for local charities around the areas they represent. Check out their respective websites for more information on how to donate/help with their fundraising efforts. Evie is a member of the London Pearly Kings and Queens Society: https://pearlysociety.org.uk/Teresa is a member of the Original Pearly Kings and Queens Association:https://thepearlies.org.uk/#homeThank you so much to Evie and Teresa for their time, insight and admirable charity work around London. Email your feedback to [email protected] and tell us what topics you'd like to be covered on the Hadriatic Divide from both countries.Theme Music (Throw Me A Penny) written by Ciaran and Gordon Whyte of Whyte Noise. Recorded by Chris Waite at Gran's House Studios.Outro music composed and performed by Gordon and Susan Whyte of Whyte Noise. Cover art by Poddy Wilson.Follow the Hadriatic Divide on instagram and TikTok:https://www.instagram.com/hadriaticdivide/https://www.tiktok.com/@hadriaticdivideFollow Ciaran and Pod on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cwhytemusic/https://www.instagram.com/poddywilson/Check out our snazzy new website:https://hadriaticdivide.weebly.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.