A pony in the kitchen: Lady Carnarvon talks to Callie Coles

I welcome my dear friend Callie Coles to the podcast. Callie, the author of a fabulous new book and the first of a trilogy, shares whimsical tales from her bucolic life on the Devon-Cornwall border. We delve into her enchanting Instagram account, which offers a nostalgic glimpse into her world filled with ponies, dogs, and her picturesque home. We discuss Callie's unique and therapeutic relationship with her pony, Sparky, whose presence has become a ray of sunshine in their already idyllic life. Callie also talks about her writing journey, balancing her creative endeavors with the lively chaos of family life and the adventures that inspired her book set in Newmarket. Join us as we explore the joys of animals, the magic of rural life, and the emotional rollercoaster of being an author. Finally, Callie shares her insights into the highs and lows of the writing process and offers a sneak peek into her next literary endeavors. 01:01 Life in North Devon 01:39 Meet Sparky the Pony 03:06 The Story of Sparky's Arrival 08:07 Writing Amidst Chaos 08:53 Racing Adventures in Newmarket 13:47 Self-Publishing Journey 14:41 The Rollercoaster of Writing 15:21 The Editor's Red Pen 16:19 Recording the Audiobook 17:41 The Book Club Journey 22:21 Drawing from Life Experiences 23:36 Ponies and Childhood Memories 25:59 Living with Horses 27:38 The Charm of Stately Homes You can hear more episodes of Lady Carnarvon's Official Podcasts at New episodes are published on the first day of every month.

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A pony in the kitchen: Lady Carnarvon talks to Callie Coles is an episode from Lady Carnarvon's Official Podcast by Highclere Media.

This episode is 29:12 long.

This episode was published on Aug 31, 2025.

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