Summary
In the latest episode of "Roots from LNER," host Jenny Falconer interviews singer-songwriter Chesney Hawks, exploring his travel habits and personal preferences. During the conversation, Hawks reveals that he favors the Quiet Coach when traveling by train, where he enjoys listening to podcasts and watching the scenery, preferring to keep noise to a minimum. He humorously shares anecdotes about being recognized on trains, including a memorable encounter where someone mistakenly thought he was deceased.
Hawks discusses his punctuality and admits to often running late due to his son's laid-back attitude towards time management, leading to family chaos, especially at the airport. He credits his wife for keeping him equipped with snacks, emphasizing the importance of hydration, and prefers healthy options, supplemented with occasional treats.
When it comes to his music choices while traveling, Hawks is more inclined towards podcasts, while also enjoying inspiring music from artists like Fleetwood Mac and The Beatles. He shares his travel hacks, highlighting his method of packing for multiple trips simultaneously to reduce stress, although he admits to sometimes overpacking.
The episode culminates with a discussion about Hawks' upcoming performances, including a local gig in Windsor, where he will headline an event alongside Right Said Fred. He encourages listeners to check out his latest album, "Living Arrows," and his tour schedule. The conversation showcases not only Hawks' personality but also his approach to travel and music, wrapping up with an invitation for fans to engage with the "Roots from LNER" podcast.
Show Notes
From packing three suitcases at once for a cruise, a band tour and a Portugal getaway, to letting his wife always face forward on trains, Chesney Hawkes joins Jenni Falconer on The Quiet Coach to talk travel, timing and the occasional case of mistaken identity. He explains why he always heads for the quiet coach, and why punctuality matters so much to him. Chesney also shares the story of his mum's ringtone causing a scene in the middle of TK Maxx, and opens up about being a self-confessed stress-packer who somehow still manages to overpack shoes he never wears. In the "Snacks, Tracks & Hacks" segment, he reveals why hydration always comes first, how his wife keeps him stocked with healthy snacks, and why his train listening leans more towards political podcasts than his own back catalogue. Plus, there's talk of his new album Living Arrows and a big local moment headlining The Long Walk Live in Windsor alongside Right Said Fred. Warm, funny and full of nostalgia, this is a conversation about staying grounded and never quite escaping The One and Only. lner.co.uk/destinations/travel-inspiration/podcast/
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