99% Invisible Katie Mingle's Right to Roam
Jun 23, 2021
Katie Mingle, producer at 99% Invisible, discusses the historical fight for the 'right to roam' in the UK, a movement sparked by young ramblers in the 1930s. She explores how communal land use transformed under the feudal system and the impact of land enclosures on rural communities. The podcast highlights pivotal events like the Kinder Scout mass trespass, which ultimately reshaped public access rights. Mingle also reflects on her own career journey and the creative collaboration within the podcasting community.
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Jim Mingle's Walk
- Katie Mingle's father, Jim, walked the length of Great Britain.
- During one walk, he was picked up by Madonna's gamekeeper while trespassing.
Right to Roam
- The "right to roam" allows walking through private land in Britain.
- This right originated from the "ramblers" movement in the 1930s.
Kinder Scout Trespass
- Benny Rothman led a mass trespass on Kinder Scout in 1932.
- This event raised awareness and fueled the movement for walking rights.