Unfolded: The Harvey Maps Podcast

In the first episode of season 2 of Unfolded: The HARVEY Maps Podcast, our host Adam welcomes guest Paul Finlay, CEO and founder of digital mapping platform, Hiiker. Paul describes how he got into the mapping world, as well as explains why digital and paper maps are companion products, not enemies! Stick around for some helpful tips and advice from Paul on how to make the most of Hiiker!'Unfolded' is an informative mix of cartography and map-related chat, practical advice and real-life stories from the team at HARVEY Maps and expert guests in the outdoors industry. Coming up on 50 years of map-making, we dive into why we do what we do and why maps still matter. Listeners will get hands-on advice from map makers on map reading, planning trips, and choosing the right map for their adventure. We do not own the rights to the music used in this video. All rights belong to the respective owners. This content is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.

In this season finale of Unfolded, veteran cartographer Pete joins the conversation to share his remarkable 36-year journey with Harvey Maps. From military mapping to hand-drawn cartography, Pete reveals the fascinating evolution of mapmaking at HARVEY Maps. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories of survey trips across the UK, hear about harrowing weather conditions, and what keeps a cartographer-turned-photogrammetrist at the same company for over three decades.

In this episode of Unfolded, one of our cartographers Holly, joins the conversation to tackle the burning question: paper maps or digital apps? She shares her journey from offshore construction to cartography, real-world navigation mishaps (including when her app told her she was in the sea), and why HARVEY Maps hasn't launched an app yet. Discover which navigation skills remain essential in our digital world, hear practical advice, and get a glimpse into the future of mapping.

In this episode of Unfolded, host Adam sits down with Luke, a cartographer at HARVEY Maps, to decode the language of map symbols. From pubs to skateparks, they explore what makes an effective symbol and how mapmakers balance accuracy with readability. Luke shares insights from his four years of cartographic experience, including stories of creating new symbols for custom maps and the art of placing features. Also, hear about their recent trip to the National Running Show, where they discovered how maps can turn from tools to cherished memories of adventure.

In this episode of Unfolded: The HARVEY Maps Podcast, host Adam chats with Douglas, one of HARVEY Maps' photogrammetrists, about the fascinating world of turning aerial photos into detailed maps. They explore how photogrammetry works, with Douglas sharing entertaining stories of unusual discoveries spotted from above and his favourite parts of the job. Join them as they break down the art of reading contours, discuss what makes HARVEY Maps unique, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how our 3D world becomes the trusted maps in your rucksack. Whether you're a mountain enthusiast or just curious about how maps are made, tune in for an engaging conversation about the craft of modern mapmaking!