Podcast Episodes
Back to Search354 The Love of French Cheese; Marrying Into France; West African Homecoming
Learn about a few of the many traditional cheeses that go with the seasons in France. Two authors tell us about the culture shock that comes with mar…
12 years, 1 month ago
353 Telling the Stories of the Monuments Men; Doc Martin in Cornwall
The heroic efforts of Allied troops known as The Monuments Men are about to be depicted in a major motion picture. Hear how the film's co-author and …
12 years, 1 month ago
287a Glasgow; Roman Britain; Pompeii
Get tips for planning a visit to the well-preserved ruins of Pompeii, near Naples. Explore ancient monuments, dating to the Roman Empire and earlier,…
12 years, 1 month ago
352 Curry Nation; Java Trekker; Open Phones
The stereotype of bland food in Britain is changing. Actress and cookbook author Madhur Jaffrey tells us how Britain has become a "Curry Nation." Als…
12 years, 1 month ago
351 Italy On and Off the Rails; Romantic Amalfi Coast
There's a lot you can understand about Italy by observing how they operate their rail lines. Author and long-time Verona resident Tim Parks lets us i…
12 years, 2 months ago
350 Disappearing Places; Ed Viestur's Everest; Vanishing Voices
Hear about some of the heritage sites around the world that are in danger of being destroyed by war, weather, and neglect. Learn what is lost when a…
12 years, 2 months ago
349 Sochi 2014; Pauline Frommer's New York City; European New Year's Traditions
Find out more about Russia's Black Sea resort city of Sochi and how the Winter Olympic games are affecting local attitudes. Pauline Frommer offers en…
12 years, 2 months ago
270b International Christmas Party
Hear about holiday traditions in Wales, Hungary, Sicily, Scotland, and even Santa Fe where locals have unique ways to light up the season. Hear how s…
12 years, 2 months ago
348 War Zone Correspondent; Embedded Christmas; Holidays in the Alps; The French Cheese Plate
Take a look at the conflict centers of the world through the lens of a foreign correspondent from the BBC. We hear how Christmas with the troops in …
12 years, 3 months ago
347 More Loire Valley Chateau Country; Exploring Brittany; Notorious Royal Marriages
In the Loire Valley in central France, dozens of historic estates are ready to impress you with everything from elaborate gardens and architecture to…
12 years, 3 months ago