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EUROPHILEEpisode 120 - Tête-À-Tête IICoucou everyone!Europhile is 5 years old! We are so lucky to have this space, and to learn and share together - we are raising our coupes to many more episodes, experiences, and to growing this beautiful community that we cherish
2025-10-0949 minEUROPHILEEpisode 118 - Denmark - The Real Endings to Fairy Tales (Hans Christian Andersen)Coucou everyone!You’ve heard the Disney versions — but the original tales? Not quite the same. In this episode of Europhile, we dive into the haunting, bizarre, and surprisingly spiritual world of Hans Christian Andersen. From a mermaid who gives everything up and turns into sea foam, to a thumb-sized girl nearly forced to marry a mole, to a mysterious Snow Queen who’s more misunderstood than evil - these are not the stories you thought you knew. No happy endings. Just heartbreak, symbolism, and some of the darkest plots in European fairy tale history. Catherine then tells...
2025-07-1747 minEUROPHILEEpisode 100 - Europe - Unique Beauty TraditionsCoucou everyone!
Happy 100 to us! Thank you to listeners old and new for being here, we love making Europhile and sharing it with you
2024-09-121h 01EUROPHILEEpisode 98 - Italy - The DecameronCoucou everyone!
We're back - we had a fabulous summer and are ready to share more Europhile episodes with you! :)
On this week's episode, we discuss what is considered to be thee original Italian novel, The Decameron (Il Decamerone) by Giovanni Boccaccio. Inspired by the recent debaucherous Netflix show, Kate tells us about why it was trailblazing, why it was controversial and why it eventually was (briefly) banned by the Catholic Church - naughty! For the mini topic, Catherine then tells us about the tragic tale of Amedeo Modigliani...
2024-08-1543 min
EUROPHILEEpisode 94 - France - Van Cleef & Arpels with Emma McDonnellCoucou everyone!
We are so happy to present an episode of Laune x Europhile! Our friend Emma McDonnell is known for her excellent taste showcased in her creative endeavor, Laune. Laune is the place where Emma is able to compile thoughts, recommendations, conversations with interesting people - it’s inspiring in every sense of the word! This week Emma was able to come on the podcast to share the history of Van Cleef & Arpels (another example of Emma’s exceptional taste). Do you know what an Alhambra is???
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2024-04-1827 minEUROPHILEEpisode 93 - Europe - Women PiratesCoucou everyone!
Yo hooooo, alllll handsssss, hoist the colorssss hiiigh...come with us all over Europe as we learn about several women pirates! Anne Bonny, Mary Read, Jeanne de Clisson, and Charlotte de Berry were all baddies who we wouldn't want to get mixed up with. Then, Kate tells Catherine all about Salvador Dalí and venereal disease... :)
Main topic sources:
The lies and legend of Anne Bonny
Anne Bonny wiki
The pirate who disguised herself as a man
Mary Read wiki
2024-04-0447 minEUROPHILEEpisode 92 - France - History of the Michelin GuideCoucou everyone!
From bike tires to the most prestigious culinary rating institution, Michelin has a foundation that starts small and grows to be monumentally influential worldwide. And who exactly is Bibendum??? We then take a fashionable jaunt to discuss how the Marinière became synonymous with the typical french stereotype. So allons-y, off to France we go!
Main topic sources:
Michelin Guide: History of the Michelin Guide
Britannica: Michelin
Michelin: History of the Michelin Man Mascot
Wiki: Michelin Guide
2024-03-2132 min
EUROPHILEEpisode 91 - La Dolce Vita with Annie ReplogleCoucou everyone!
Join us as we welcome Annie Replogle to Europhile this week! We feel so lucky we got to chat with Annie about using her love of wine and Italy to completely transform her life. It's an inspiring story about how to be ready for when luck and fate meet!
Annie's Contacts
Instagram
Vin Concierge
Fed & Ginger
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Cover art and logo by Kate Walker
Mixed and edited by Catherine Roehre
Theme song by Lumehill
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2024-03-071h 10EUROPHILEEpisode 90 - France - Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-GeorgesCoucou everyone!
Hailed as the "best composer and musician of the kingdom (of France)" - there is nothing that Joseph Bologne was bad at. A skilled musician, athlete, dancer, and revolutionary, he had the ladies of the French court swooning and tbh now we have crushes on him. Tune in to hear all about the life of this incredible talent. Then, things take a left turn as we talk about the crazy things rich people do...like eating a French delicacy called ortolan.
Main topic sources:
Who...
2024-02-2245 minEUROPHILEEpisode 89 - United Kingdom - Pride & Prejudice (2005)Coucou everyone!
It is a truth universally acknowledged...that we are Pride & Prejudice (2005) apologists. Don't get us wrong we LOVE 1995's adaptation but 2005 will always be our P&P. We go through the plot, our opinions (of which there are many), discuss Joe Wright's choices, and pepper in some film trivia and historical facts. This is a new style of episode for us - we hope you enjoy!
Main topic sources:
Pride & Prejudice - Variety
Pride & Prejudice (2005) IMDb
Pride & Prejudice: The Production
2024-02-081h 19EUROPHILEEpisode 88 - Ireland - Magdalene LaundriesCoucou everyone!
*trigger warning - abuse, sexual assault
Have you ever wondered why Sinéad O'Connor ripped up the picture of the Pope on SNL? One of the reasons she did that is because of the Magdalene Laundries. Magdalene Laundries were Catholic-run institutions that were the equivalent of work houses for "fallen women". Many sinister things happened at these institutions and the ripple effects can still be felt in Irish society today. Cat then tells us about another dark spot on Irish history - the Ghost of Red Mary. S...
2024-01-2537 minEUROPHILEEpisode 87 - Türkiye - Hürrem SultanCoucou everyone!
Let's go to 16th century Türkiye to discuss the true story of a enslaved woman named Hürrem who ended up empress of the Ottoman Empire. Rags to riches, betrayal, murder, true love, a simp Emperor*...her story has it all. Then, Kate tells Catherine about why Turkish women put salt in their fiance's coffee...cheeky!
*Correction note: Catherine mentions "Suleiman the Great," however he is known as "Suleiman the Magnificent."
Main topic sources:
Hürrem Sultan, Ottoman Empress
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2024-01-1137 minEUROPHILEEpisode 86 - A European Christmas Part IICoucou everyone!
Grab a glass of glüwein while Kate takes us to Part II of Christmas traditions in Europe! Catherine then tells us all about gift giving in the Middle Ages - do not be shy to "pillage" your boss' house. Naturally, we segue to casting the new Bond film! Dev Patel as Bond anyone?? Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
Main topic sources:
Women's Christmas
Nollaig na mBan
Christmas Carp
Old English Crackers
Yule Lads
A...
2023-12-1445 minEUROPHILEEpisode 85 - Spain/France - Paco RabanneCoucou everyone!
The New York Times described him as a “futurist, couturier, mystic, madman, Dadaist, sculptor, architect, astrologer, perfumer, artist and prophet.” Salvador Dalí called him the "second genius of Spain" - we're diving into the wild life of the beloved genius Paco Rabanne, who was more eccentric than we ever realized! Then Kate shares details on a medieval pagan festival - the Feast of Fools. Wild times ahead!
Main topic sources:
Paco Rabanne obituary
Paco Rabanne: Celebrated designer dies aged 88
Paco Rabanne, Coutu...
2023-11-3031 minEUROPHILEEpisode 84 - England - Spice GirlsCoucou everyone!
Say it with me: "I, being of sound mind and new Wonderbra do solemnly promise to cheer and dance and zig-a-zig-ah. Ariba! Girl Power!"
Let's go to England and Kate tells us all about the sensational, magical, empowering Spice Girls - sprinkled with some tears along the way! Cat then tells us about the history of another girl power movement - the mini skirt! So put the kettle on and let's go girls!!
Main topic sources:
The Spice Girls at 25
Brittanica...
2023-11-1642 minEUROPHILEEpisode 83 - Spain - Don JuanCoucou everyone!
Did you think fuckboys were only a thing of the 21st century? Think again! The fictional, wealthy, Spanish libertine Don Juan lived to seduce the ladies...and in the end he paid for his "sins" in the creepiest way possible. On a lighter note this ep, we also learn about damascene jewelry and art - how beautiful!
Main topic sources:
Don Juan wiki
The Legend of Don Juan
The Trickster of Seville and the Stone Guest
@wisemasters TikTok
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2023-11-0242 minEUROPHILEEpisode 82 - Europe - Plague DoctorsCoucou everyone!
Donning the infamous beaked mask, waxed cloak and walking stick, Plague Doctors had an infamous reputation around town. This week we discuss the origin and treatment of the Black Plague and the doctors that treated it. Cat then tells us about the Scottish legend of Half Hanged Maggie. Pour your tea and sit by the fire while we tell you some dark stories!
EDIT: The word 'buboes' was mispronounced.
Main topic sources:
Brittanica
Bubonic Plague Wiki
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2023-10-1936 minEUROPHILEEpisode 81 - Hungary - the Gabor SistersCoucou everyone!
Trigger warning: sexual abuse, rape
Often called the "original Kardashians" (which is RUDE considering they did it first), Magda, Zsa Zsa, and Eva Gabor were three sisters from Hungary who moved to the US and became tabloid sensations where their personal lives literally equalled money. Between the three of them they married 19 times to 20 men (meaning there was overlap!!!), all of which we get into. Then, Kate shares why you should never cheers with beer in Hungary...the more you know!
Don't...
2023-10-0549 minEUROPHILEEpisode 80 - Türkiye - Empress TheodoraWelcome back - Coucou everyone!
Trigger warning: sexual abuse, rape
For our first episode back from our summer break, we go to Türkiye to discuss a woman who came from the bottom and rose all the way to the top! Theodora's enigmatic nature and beauty won the hearts of many men, however the most impressive part is her feminist legislation that was passed years ahead of it's time (or right on time, if you ask us). Cat then tells us about the history of Lokum or Turkish Delight. S...
2023-09-2147 minEUROPHILEEpisode 79 - France - Marquis de SadeTrigger warning: suicide, sexual abuse, rape
Coucou everyone!
This episode gets dicey as we discuss the twisted Marquis de Sade (who the term sadism is named after). He was a libertine who spent over a third of his life (rightfully) in jail - and we will tell you why! Then we move on to Picasso's "Ponytail Period" and his youthful and lovely muse Sylvette David.
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Main topic sources:
Behind the Legends | EP 4 | Marquis de Sade
Marquis de...
2023-08-0345 minEUROPHILEEpisode 78 - Europe - The Grand TourCoucou everyone!
Welcome back - this is our episode back from the South of France! The tan is still fresh and the memories will linger forever!!
So let's dive back into it, shall we? This week Kate tells us all about the European Grand Tour. It's a tour that distinguished young gentlemen started doing to become educated and polished - in more ways than one. Cat then switches gears to tell us about something a littttttle bit stinky...
We missed you and enjoy!!
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2023-07-2041 minEUROPHILEEpisode 77 - England - Gentleman JackCoucou everyone!
Happy Pride!! Tune in to hear all about the romantic escapades of Anne Lister aka Gentleman Jack, and the first lesbian wedding in England! Then, Kate tells us where the phrase "paint the town red" comes from, and we decided that the unofficial theme of this ep is "rich people can really get away with anything." Shocking!
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Main topic sources:
The Dead Ladies Show ep. 12
Anne Lister wiki
Minitopic sources:
Paint the Town Red
Re...
2023-06-2231 minEUROPHILEEpisode 76 - Greece - Livanos SistersCoucou everyone!
Come with us to Greece this week where Kate tells us all about the absolutely wild story of the Livanos Sisters - Tina and Eugenia. They were from a wealthy Greek shipping dynasty and found their way in rough waters with other Greek shipping titans Onassis & Niarchos. Then Cat tells us all about the origins of Baklava. Off to Greece we sail - OPA!
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Main topic sources:
Greek Reporter
Truman's Swan's Tiktok
Spoiled Serena Tiktok
Minitopic so...
2023-06-0836 minEUROPHILEEpisode 75 - Scotland - Burke & Hare MurdersCoucou everyone!
You may know this story....but do you know all the horrifying details? Come to 19th century Scotland with the girls to hear all about how William Burke and William Hare murdered 16 people and sold their corpses to an anatomy professor...they really were a pair of greedy, evil brutes. Then, hear about an ancient tradition called "burning the clavi," which will help you stay safe from the evil eye!
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Main topic sources:
Burke and Hare wiki
BURKE AND HARE: TH...
2023-05-2540 minEUROPHILEEpisode 74 - Germany - Marlene DietrichCoucou everyone!
We finally get to chat all about the most glamorous woman in old Hollywood - our dear Marlene! She stood up for what she believed in, fantasized about killing Hitler, and had affairs with the hottest men AND women of her day. No one did it like Marlene. Then Kate tells Cat about prudish neighbors and how you can be ticketed for vacuuming?? Like if you're boring just say so...
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Main topic sources:
You Must Remember This
MARLENE DIETRICH The Ra...
2023-04-2040 minEUROPHILEEpisode 73 - France - PerfumeCoucou everyone!
This week Kate tells us about how the perfume industry started in Grasse because things were a little stinky before - to say the least! We then explore some of the perfumes that have significant historical importance and get into some juicy gossip! We can't not talk about the French Perfume Industry without of course discussing Chanel No 5! Cat then tells us about a mystery at Versailles! So get yourself to a terrasse with a glass of vin and settle in!
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2023-04-0638 min
EUROPHILEEpisode 72 - Ireland - Tristan & IseultCoucou everyone!
Who doesn't love a tragic tale of star-crossed lovers? Tune in to hear the story of Tristan and Iseult (aka Isolde) - a medieval chivalric legend featuring giants, love potions, dragons, jealousy, poison, and true love. Then hear all about the romantic Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival. Love is in the air!
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Main topic sources:
Tristan and Isolde Love Story | LittleArtTalks
Tristan and Iseult wiki
THE ROMANCE OF TRISTAN AND ISEULT
Minitopic sources:
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2023-03-1631 minEUROPHILEEpisode 71 - Europe - Love MagicCoucou everyone!
People have been desperate for Millenia and we're here to tell you the tales! Some unlucky lovers have been more shocking than others but join us this week as we discuss love magic all around Europe. Catherine then tells us all about Aspasia another muse lucky in love! So, I think we should kiss now.
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Main topic sources:
Ancient Love Spells
Love Magic in the Ancient Mediterranean
Ancient Irish spells and charms to celebrate Halloween
Love...
2023-03-0234 minEUROPHILEEpisode 70 - Italy - Le Bal OrientalCoucou everyone!
In September 1951, 2,000 of the world's richest, most beautiful, and innovative aesthetes flocked to Venice for the "ball of the century," which cost ~$20 million in today's money. Cat tells Kate all about the ball, and the eccentric man who threw it - Count Don Carlos de Beistegui y de Yturbe. Then, Kate tells Cat about a delicious little liqueur - amaro. Andiamo!
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Main topic sources:
BIG-TIME CHARLIE: THE BEISTEGUI BALL
ALL THAT GLITTERED
When Venice Threw...
2023-02-0934 minEUROPHILEEpisode 69 - Europe - Peggy GuggenheimCoucou everyone!
We've seen the pictures, and yes she looks incredible on her gondola! This week we discuss the life of American Peggy Guggenheim in France and Italy. Famous for her extensive and inventive art collecting, she also had the most wild life! It's rumored to be said that she had been with 1,000 lovers! Cat then tells Kate a little bit about Marchesa Luisa Casati! Andiamo to Venezia we go!
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Main topic sources:
Incredible Life of Peggy Guggenheim
Sex and Art by t...
2023-01-2639 minEUROPHILEEpisode 68 - Spain - Gala DalíCoucou everyone!
Described as a "demonic dominatrix," the wife and muse of Salvador Dalí, Gala Dalí, was liked by few and disliked by many. Nevertheless, is she the reason Salvador Dalí is a household name and remembered as one of the most iconic masters of surrealism? We think so!!
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Main topic sources:
Gala Dalí’s Life Wasn’t Quite Surreal, but It Was Pretty Strange
When Your Muse Is Also a Demonic Dominatrix
Dali and Gala – The Love Story
The Surre...
2023-01-0535 minEUROPHILEEpisode 67 - France - Chanel Métiers d'ArtCoucou everyone!
Every year Chanel does a fashion show around the world to showcase their artisan partners - let's dive into why Chanel does this show and what kinds of artisan partnerships that make sense for the Chanel Metiers d'Art program! Cat then tells us all about the delicious history of the baguette. Vive la France!
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Main topic sources:
Chanel Metiers d'Art Vogue
Chanel Metiers D'Art in Dakar
Minitopic sources:
A Slice of France, the Baguette Is Granted...
2022-12-2239 minEUROPHILEEpisode 66 - Russia - the Disappearance of The Amber RoomCoucou everyone!
Who doesn't love a mystery? The Amber Room, called "the 8th wonder of the ancient world," was stolen from Russia and disappeared in the hands of Nazi forces in the early 1940s. Tune in to hear Cat tell Kate all about this room shrouded in mystery and even a curse. Then Kate tells Cat about the evolution of cosmetics in the USSR and it links all the way back to our first episode. Awe!
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Main topic sources:
The Mystery of the Amber...
2022-12-0832 minEUROPHILEEpisode 65 - Europe - Taking the WatersCoucou everyone!
Let's go to Europe taste the waters! The mineral waters that is! In this episode, Kate tells us all about the history of 'Taking the Waters' once widely prescribed by physicians and we learn why. Getting a little bit technical - we learn why European waters are superior! Cat then tells us about one of the first gay icons of the UK! So pop some Pelligrino (never over ice - this is Europe you heathen) and listen to our newest episode!
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2022-11-1041 minEUROPHILEEpisode 64 - A European HalloweenCoucou everyone!
Potions! Spells! Skeletons! Ghosts! Tune in to this week's ep to to tour Europe and hear all about different Halloween and All Saints Day traditions. Then hear Kate tell a spooky tale of a medieval girl who quite literally disappeared. Eek!
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Main topic sources:
Bizarre, Amazing and Weird Halloween Traditions in Europe
WEIRDEST HALLOWEEN TRADITION IN EUROPE
Queimada (drink)
Halloween Traditions in Europe
Minitopic sources:
Azzurina
Recommendations:
Kate's...
2022-10-2735 minEUROPHILEEpisode 63 - the Beauty of Wine with Kendal BrownsbergerCoucou everyone!
Join us as we learn about wine from our dear friend Kendal! Hear about her schooling, wine knowledge, and charming wine-making stories from her time spent in Italy and France. We adore you, Kendal!
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Recommendations:
Kendal's Recommendation - Try a Sicilian white wine! And read a book by Peter Mayle.
Cover art and logo by Kate Walker
Mixed and edited by Catherine Roehre
Theme song by Lumehill
Thank you all - ciao!
2022-10-1356 minEUROPHILEEpisode 62 - Greece - Ancient Sex WorkCoucou everyone!
Sex Work. Let's talk about it.
Ancient Sex Work to be precise. It was legal back in Ancient Athens and we explore how it worked, how it was taxed and the hierarchies within the sex work system. And we talk about a sex worker so famous, so in her bag that she was immortalized to this very day. Cat then tells us a steamy tale from Homer. Let's go to Greece!
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Main topic sources:
Prostitution in Ancient Athens
P...
2022-09-2938 minEUROPHILEEpisode 61 - France - the Court of VersaillesCoucou everyone!
Sure, you may have been to Versailles and you may know about its kings and Marie Antoinette, but how about its court? Cat tells Kate what it was like to live there, including who was sleeping with who, how foul it smelled, and the pressure that was put on those who lived there. Then Kate tells Cat a cute little Provincial myth. Fun!
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Main topic sources:
Extreme Stories From The Court Of Versailles
Palace of Versailles wiki
Minitopic...
2022-09-1534 minEUROPHILEEpisode 60 - Italy - the Venetian MafiaCoucou everyone!
Let's take a little goldola ride in one of the most beautiful cities in the wold - Venice. However not all that glitters is gold and Venice is no exception. We talk about how organized crime made its way north and established itself in Venice. Cat then tells us about the influence of Arabic cuisine on Italian food! YUM. So andiamo shall we?
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Main topic sources:
La Mala del Brenta
Minitopic sources:
@whatviceats TikTok
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2022-09-0129 minEUROPHILEEpisode 59 - Russia - RasputinCoucou everyone!
Cat finally gets the chance to talk about legendary slippery snake and creepy mystic Rasputin. Literally nothing was appealing about this man and yet he somehow had royals wrapped around his nasty little finger. Then Kate lifts the mood by teaching us about Fabergé eggs!
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Main topic sources:
Supernatural with Ashley Flowers - Rasputin
The Enduring Mystery Of Rasputin, Russia's Secret Shadow Master
Rasputin wiki
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Recommendations:
Kate's R...
2022-08-1135 minEUROPHILEEpisode 58 - Europe - RMS CarpathiaCoucou everyone!
Come join us for our first week back after a European hiatus as we discuss the heartwarming tale of the RMS Carpathia and her heroic journey to save the remaining survivors of RMS Titanic on that fateful night she hit the iceberg. Cat then gives us all some dating tips from the Victorians - those cheeky Victorians!
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Main topic sources:
Captain Rostrum's Account of the Rescue
Carpathia
Minitopic sources:
@History101 TikTok
7 Ways to Flirt...
2022-07-2839 min
EUROPHILEEpisode 57 - Belgium - Audrey Hepburn pt IICoucou everyone!
We are back for the second installment of our Audrey series. This ep is filled with hot goss - including her film career, marriages, affairs, her time as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF, and her legacy as a fashion and beauty icon - including the delightful story of how her friendship with Hubert de Givenchy came to be. Then, Kate tells Cat about Farmers' Fizz - the charming and heritage-filled wine from France's Champagne region. Cin-cin!
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Main topic sources:
Audrey Hepburn wiki
2022-06-3043 minEUROPHILEEpisode 56 - Belgium - Audrey Hepburn pt ICoucou everyone!
It is high time we gush over one of the most angelic beings to ever walk this earth - our darling Audrey Hepburn. In this first episode, Cat tells Kate about her privileged childhood that was short-lived when WWII broke, and what Audrey did to help her community. Then we discuss her would-be career as a ballerina, and the success she found on Broadway in "Gigi" before becoming a household name in Kate's favorite Audrey film, "Roman Holiday." Kate ends things with the sweet history of the stroopwafel. Yum!
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2022-06-1636 minEUROPHILEEpisode 55 - Italy - TarotCoucou everyone!
Ciao tutti - this week we go to Italy and Kate tells us all about the history of Tarot. Tarot is not some ancient occult dark witchcraft it's simply a card game - soooooo let's play. :) Cat then tells us all about the delicious origin of the best pick me up - Tiramisú.
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Main topic sources:
Medium: Tarot
Learn Religions
Wikipedia: Minchiate
Minitopic sources:
THE ORIGIN OF TIRAMISÙ
Recommendations:
Kate's Reco...
2022-06-0225 minEUROPHILEEpisode 54 - Scotland - Mary Queen of ScotsCoucou everyone!
We all know her...but how much do we remember? Cat tells Kate all about the poor Mary Queen of Scots - her horrible taste in men, her unique use of vocabulary when giving compliments, when she maybe murdered her husband (??), and her eventual imprisonment and execution at the bequest of her cousin, Elizabeth I. Then, Kate keeps us humble with a trashy tabloid trial story...why can't all girlies get along?!
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Main topic sources:
The Wildly Different Childhoods of Elizabeth I...
2022-05-1927 minEUROPHILEEpisode 53 - Europe - Coffee History & CultureCoucou everyone!
Odds are by the time you listen to this episode you have already enjoyed a cup of coffee. Pour yourself another one and tuck in as Cat explores how coffee arrived in Europe, and the customs that surround it today. Then Kate tells us about a bear that became a...Polish colonel? Sure!
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Main topic sources:
The History of Coffee
What is the European Coffee Culture? A Complete Guide
Café Procope And The Birth Of French Coffee Culture
2022-05-0544 minEUROPHILEEpisode 52 - Europe - Romani HistoryCoucou everyone!
This week, join us on a trip to the entire European continent to discuss the origin of the Roma or Romani people. Sometimes, traditionally a nomadic people, Roma or Romani people are one of the most systematically oppressed people in all of Europe. This week Kate tells us (a very generalized) overview of the history of the Roma or Romani people. Cat then tells Kate about the Black Widow of Rome - scary! So turn on some flamenco (Roma or Romani people's music) - and join us on a trip to Europe!
Don't...
2022-04-2134 minEUROPHILEEpisode 51 - England - The Mitford SistersCoucou everyone!
"Diana the Fascist, Jessica the Communist, Unity the Hitler-lover, Nancy the Novelist, Deborah the Duchess, and Pamela the unobtrusive poultry connoisseur" (Ben Macintyre, The New York Times) - let's talk about this utterly wild and fascinating aristocratic family as they navigated the political climate of the 20th century - some with grace and some with hatred. Then, Kate tells Cat about the ravens in the Tower of London. It really goes to prove that nothing passed by George R. R. Martin when he wrote GOT.
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2022-03-3142 minEUROPHILEEpisode 50 - Spain - La Corrida PT. IICoucou everyone!
Today we discuss the second part of our La Corrida saga. We discuss why in TF anyone would want to be a matador, the process bulls go through to be picked for La Corrida and various scandals present in bullfighting. Cat then tells us all about the Spanish double agent - Joan Pujol García. So let's settle down with a second glass of vermouth - olé!
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Main topic sources:
Brittanica
Boston Globe
Minitopic sources:
Juan Pujol...
2022-03-1738 minEUROPHILEEpisode 49 - Spain - La CorridaCoucou everyone!
Described as a 'tragedy in three acts', this week we go to Spain to discuss La Corrida or bullfighting. This controversial sport is divisive but it is an integral part of Spanish history. So join us on a trip to the Iberian Peninsula to discuss how bullfighting came to be from ancient times to what it is now. Then we discuss the rules and traditions of La Corrida. This is a long one so let's settle down with a glass of vermouth and maybe some tapas - olé!
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2022-03-0359 minEUROPHILEEpisode 48 - France - Ada "Bricktop" SmithCoucou everyone!
Will Paris in the ‘20s ever bore us? Never! This week we talk about Ada “Bricktop” Smith, a cigar-smoking saloon keeper/performer who was born in the US but moved to Paris, had several successful international nightclubs, and was friends with practically every celebrity. Cheers to Bricktop!
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Main topic sources:
Ada "Bricktop" Smith wiki
Bricktop, the Fabulous
Bricktop, and the Happy Ending
Minitopic sources:
The Occult Museum
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Flow...
2022-02-1730 minEUROPHILEEpisode 47 - France & Spain - The Plaçage System & Tignon Laws of LouisianaCoucou everyone!
This month is Black History Month in the US and we wanted to dive a little deeper into the history of The Plaçage System and Tignon Laws of Louisiana under French and Spanish rule. Kate discusses the implications of La Code Noire of the French and the racist Spanish Tignon Laws which made black women cover their natural hair. Cat then tells us all about the history of the Beignet. Let's go down south shall we?
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Main topic sources:
History: New O...
2022-02-0330 minEUROPHILEEpisode 46 - Northern Ireland - Bridey MurphyCoucou everyone!
Do you believe in past lives? Hear Cat tell Kate all about Bridey Murphy/Virginia Tighe - a woman in 1950s Colorado who was hypnotized and told all about her past life in Belfast, Ireland. We believe! Then Kate share the history of the claddagh ring. Awe :')
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Bridey sources:
Bridey Murphy wiki
Supernatural podcast
Reincarnation cocktail
Minitopic sources:
History of the Claddagh Ring
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Cuhnja Instagram
2022-01-2135 minEUROPHILEEpisode 45 - Europe - Cursed Royal JewelsCoucou everyone!
TW: suicide, murder
We all know all that glitters isn't gold but also might be cursed? This week we discuss European royal jewels and their sinister histories - I think the moral of the story is simply, do not steal. Next Cat is right on topic with the potentially cursed Ancient Roman Ring of Secicianus! Keep your enemies close but your cursed jewels closer.
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Jewel sources:
Myku Mysteries
The Smithsonian - History of the Hope Diamond
K...
2022-01-0638 min
Learn French Brooklyn: The PodcastEpisode 6 - Europe on the West Coast, with Europhile (Kate Walker and Catherine Roehre)Bonjour!
For our sixth episode, we chatted with Euro-experts Catherine Roehre (an LFBK alumni!) and Kate Walker. Together, they founded and produce Europhile, a podcast celebrating all European lifestyles, cultures and their History. They share their tips to add more Euro-feels to your life, and walk us through their production process for their show.
Find Europhile on podcast platforms every other Thursday
Instagram & TikTok: @europhile_
Music: Southside by Lee Rosevere
2021-12-2422 minEUROPHILEEpisode 44 - A European ChristmasCoucou everyone!
Happy Holidays! Both Kate and Cat celebrate Christmas, so cozy up to enjoy Cat's tour of Europe as she shares sweet, scary, and silly Christmas traditions from the continent and beyond. Then, hear Kate tell us the origins of our favorite word - ciao!
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Christmas sources:
Wacky Christmas Traditions in Europe
Feast of the Seven Fishes
10 Christmas Traditions From Europe to Try at Home
Boxing Day
Ten European Christmas Traditions
Minitopic sources:
2021-12-2335 minEUROPHILEEpisode 43 - France - Les Clefs d'OrCoucou everyone!
This week we travel to France and beyond to discuss Les Clefs d'Or, an organization of elite concierges sprinkled throughout the world's best hotels. Think Grand Budapest Hotel but this is real life! Then we discuss another famous French icon, Toulouse Lautrec. Grab a glass of something bubbly, put on your best robe and join us in France!
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Les Clefs d'Or sources:
Legendary Concierges
Contented Traveler
Les Clefs d'Or
Washington Post
CNN
M...
2021-12-0933 min
EUROPHILEEpisode 42 - Russia - The Dyatlov Pass IncidentCoucou everyone!
TW: murder
Come to Russia and hear about the Dyatlov Pass Incident, one of the country's creepiest and most popular conspiracy theories. Then, hear Kate explain all about Russian superstitions and customs! Much more than just throwing salt over your shoulder...eek!
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Dyatlov Pass Incident sources:
Supernatural with Ashley Flowers podcast
The Russian Conspiracy Theory That Won’t Die
Dyatlov Pass wiki
Minitopic sources:
Russian Supersitions wiki
Recommendations:
Ka...
2021-11-1137 minEUROPHILEEpisode 41 - Scotland - SamhainCoucou everyone!
Happpyyyy Hallowweeeeen! Or Happy Samhain should I say? This week we travel to Scotland (and Ireland) to discuss the festival that welcomes the dark part of the Celtic year Cat tells us all about the adorable story of Greyfriar's Bobby. Now... who wants to trick or treat???
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Samhain sources:
Samhain wiki
Time.com: Samhain
Scotland Shop
Minitopic sources:
Greyfriars Kirkyard
Greyfriars Bobby wiki
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Portuguese S...
2021-10-2831 minEUROPHILEEpisode 40 - Spain - Juana La LocaCoucou everyone!
Come to Spain this week as Cat tells Kate all about Catherine of Aragon's older sister Juana "La Loca" - Queen of Castile and Aragon. Ok YES there were rumors that she kissed her dead husband's corpse for months, but that doesn't negate the fact that basically every man in her life used her for her power to further promote their own agendas and ultimately locked her away for decades...horrific. Then, Kate tells Cat about the Basque language. Juicy!
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Juana La Loca sources:
2021-10-1432 minEUROPHILEEpisode 39 - Austria - Empress SisiCoucou everyone!
This week we venture to Germany/Austria and Hungary to discuss the amazing, eventful life of Empress Sisi of Austria. We discuss the absolute dedication she had to her appearance and for the people of Hungary. A story almost too wild to be true. Next Cat tells us all about the Spooky Moosham Castle in Austria. Witches and werewolves and magic, oh myyyy.
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Sisi sources:
Stuff You Missed in History Class
Sisi wiki
Minitopic sources:
Moosham C...
2021-09-3044 minEUROPHILEEpisode 38 - England - Bright Young ThingsCoucou everyone!
Hello darlings, join us this week as we party in London with British aristocrats in the 1920s - the Bright Young Things! Gender fluid, drug-loving, booze-sipping...they really knew how to enjoy themselves. Then Kate makes us all feel so smart by telling us how "ye" came to be. Thrilling!
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Bright Young Things sources:
Bright Young Things wiki
Young, glamorous socialites who indulged in every excess
Bright Young Things
Dress: Fancy podcast
Let Frivolity...
2021-09-1638 minEUROPHILEEpisode 37 - Italy - Gianni AgnelliCoucou everyone!
Today we travel to Italy to discuss Italian industrialist, playboy, style icon and general bon vivant - Gianni Agnelli. Kennedys, Italian Riviera, aristocracy and millions of dollars at stake - he was the actual embodiment of La Dolce Vita. Cat then tells us all about the sad story of Princess Mafalda of Savoy. So grab some prosecco and join us!
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Gianni Agnelli sources:
Angelli (HBO Max)
Minitopic sources:
Princess Mafalda of Savoy
Recommendations:
Kate's R...
2021-09-0239 minEUROPHILEEpisode 36 - France - Christian DiorCoucou everyone!
Cat decided it's time for some FRIVOLITY this week, so come to France as she tells Kate about Christian Dior and the house of Dior. Then, we take a dramatic turn when Kate tells Cat about the history of the guillotine. We love the French but let us tell you....times were weird.
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Dior sources:
How Christian Dior Invented Fashion
The History of the House of Dior
From Princess Diana to today: The history of the iconic Lady Dior bag
hat The HELL is DIOR Anyway? : History Behind the Hype
DIOR...
2021-08-1948 minEUROPHILEEpisode 35 - Hungary - The Angel Makers of NagyrévCoucou everyone!
TW: murder
We travel to Hungary this week as Kate tells us all about the murderous syndicate that started out as abused wives but turned into something far more sinister. Cat then tells Kate all about the real version of the Red Wedding - Lajos Nagy vs Prince Károly of Durazzo! It's WILD.
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The Angel Makers of Nagyrév sources:
Murderpedia: Angel Makers
Medium
Minitopic sources:
The Red Wedding from Game of Thrones has happened in the past in Hungary
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Spanish Vermouth
Catherine's Recommendation - @passtheflamingo Tik...
2021-08-0531 minEUROPHILEEpisode 34 - Poland - Christine GranvilleCoucou everyone!
TW: murder
Come to Poland this week as Cat talks about real life Bond Girl - Krystyna Skarbek, code name Christine Granville. "Churchill's favorite spy," Christine was brave, intelligent, and loved an exciting fling with a hottie (who doesn't!). Hear about her thrilling life that tragically ended too quickly. Then Kate gives us a juicy art history lesson about the venerated Black Madonna painting. Na Zdrowie!
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Christine Granville sources:
Codename Pauline: Christine Granville - Churchill's Favorite Spy & the Real Life...
2021-07-2237 minEUROPHILEEpisode 33 - Spain - La VenenoCoucou everyone!
TW: homophobia, murder
This week we go to Spain to discuss one of the country's most pioneering, unapologetic and first widely known person in the trans community - La Veneno. Her name means poison but we talk all about the importance of her life and visibility of people in the queer community in Spain. Cat then tells us all about 'the most important painting in the world' - Las Meninas! Olé!
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La Veneno sources:
E...
2021-07-0832 minEUROPHILEEpisode 32 - France - Josephine BakerCoucou everyone!
This week's subject is probably Cat's favorite topic EVER, so hear her gush about Josephine Baker: entertainer, Allied spy, and civil rights activist. Then hear Kate tell us the history of the pod's favorite sweet - the croissant. We love France!
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Josephine Baker sources:
The Life and Sad Ending of Josephine Baker
Joesphine Bakere Wiki
"Coco and Josephine: Celebrity, Legacy, and the Making of History" by Catherine Roehre, 2015
2021-06-2438 minEUROPHILEEpisode 31 - England via Egypt - The Curse of King TutCoucou everyone!
A British excavation team decided to disturb the eternal resting place of one of Egypt's pharaohs - some people who were present experienced untimely deaths - is there a curse? Kate tells Cat all about the Pharaoh's curse. Cat then tells Kate all about the medicinal origins of the Gin and Tonic - cheers to your health!
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King Tut sources:
Tutankhamun: who’s afraid of the pharaoh’s curse?
Supernatural Podcast
Entrance to King Tut’s tomb discovered
Ho...
2021-06-1036 minEUROPHILEEpisode 30 - Germany - Golden 20sCoucou everyone!
Come to Germany as Cat shares all about everyone's favorite decade - the 20s! Art, music, literature, sex, cabaret, architecture, film...you name it and it was poppin'! Then Kate makes our mouths water as she shares the history of Haribo gummies. Ja dahling!
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Golden 20s sources:
Golden 20s
Anita Berber
New Objectivity
1920s Berlin
Weimer culture
Minitopic sources:
Forbes: Facts about Haribo
The Guardian: Hans Riegel died...
2021-05-1338 minEUROPHILEEpisode 29 - Hungarian Bath CultureCoucou everyone!
Sometimes one needs a good soak and a trip to Hungary is the perfect place to relax! Bathing culture has been important to Hungary since the Ancient Romans and Hungary is fortunate enough to have a lot of thermal *water wealth.* Then Cat tells Kate all about the love affair between the forgotten Prince William of Gloucester & Hungarian model Zsuzsi Starkloff. STEAMY!
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Hungarian bath sources:
Budapest Bath Culture
Nat Geo Hungary
Culture Trip: Hungary Thermal Baths
Sa...
2021-05-0644 minEUROPHILEEpisode 28 - Greece - Maria CallasCoucou everyone!
Please meet the voice and face of an angel...Maria Callas! Cat tells Kate about her career and personal life, one of which soared while the other tragically floundered. Then, Kate tells us how to cast the Evil Eye, and what to do if one was cast on you. We recommend hexing one on bad parkers.
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Maria Callas sources:
Callas: A Documentary
Maria Callas wiki
Maria Callas’s tormented life revealed
Maria Callas: 15 facts about the gr...
2021-04-2939 minEUROPHILEEpisode 27 - Great Britain - James BondCoucou everyone!
James Bond. A perfectly boring name - according to Ian Fleming - for one of the most interesting literary/film characters in the 20th century! Kate tells Cat all about Ian Fleming, how James Bond came to be, James Bond themes, our favorite Bonds and our favorite Bond girls! Cat then goes loooooow brow with some juicy 'football' gossip. Grab your popcorn because this shit is juicy!!!
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James Bond sources:
007.com
James Bond wiki
Ian Fleming wiki
2021-04-2256 minEUROPHILEEpisode 26 - Sweden - ABBACoucou everyone!
Cat truly believes that if you don't like ABBA there is something seriously wrong with you...ABBA is a vibe!!! She tells Kate all about how the band got together, and how it all fell apart. Then, Kate tells Cat about the lovely Swedish bi-daily coffee break called "fika" - we all needs more breaks in life!
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ABBA sources:
ABBA Mini-Documentary
All Of The Drama And Heartache Behind ABBA’s Feel-Good Disco Hits
A is for ABBA (BBC)...
2021-04-1536 minEUROPHILEEpisode 25 - Italy - Murder of Maurizio GucciCoucou everyone!
We've been seeing those pictures of Lady Gaga galavanting around Italy as Patrizia Reggiani and Kate thought we must dive in to the true crime story of the Murder of Maurizio Gucci! Cat then tells Kate all about a fabulous casa in Capri - grab the limoncello!
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Gucci sources:
Daily Beast
Gucci wiki
Maurizio Gucci wiki
Harper's Bazaar: House of Gucci
Minitopic sources:
Casa Malaparte: A House Like Me
Casa Ma...
2021-04-0149 minEUROPHILEEpisode 24 - Germany - Grimm's Fairy TalesCoucou everyone!
This week Cat takes Kate to Germany and tells her about the creepy, non-Disney versions of fairy tales, and about the two brothers who took great care in making sure these tales would never be forgotten. Then, Kate makes us thirsty by telling the history of the biergarten. Prost!
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The Brothers Grimm sources:
The dark and disturbing original stories behind your favourite Disney films
5 Facts About the Brothers Grimm
Brothers Grimm wiki
11 Children's Tales You Never...
2021-03-2539 minEUROPHILEEpisode 23 - Turkey - Kurt Seyt and ShuraCoucou everyone!
Join us for the true story of a real Romeo and Juliet of Russia & Turkey, Kurt Seyt and Shura! This story has everything you could ever want - war, politics, centuries old grifts, religion, murder, star-crossed lovers, love, lust, and betrayal. Come join us for the true story of their love!
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Kurt Seyt and Shura Sources:
Kurt Seyit and Shura by Nevin Bezmen, 1992.
Minitopic sources:
The Fish-Peri
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Bioderma Atoderm Shower Oil...
2021-03-1852 minEUROPHILEEpisode 22 - Austria - Gustav KlimtCoucou everyone!
Come with us to Vienna, Austria as Catherine tells Kate all about the sexy, shy, commando-loving Gustav Klimt, his partner and fashion designer Emilie Louise Flöge, and the story of how five of his paintings found their way back to their original owners (FYI this part made the girls cry). Then, Kate enchants Catherine with the history of the waltz - swoon!
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Gustav Klimt Sources:
Gustav Klimt wiki
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Gustav Klimt
BBC's Wit...
2021-03-1143 minEUROPHILEEpisode 21 - Spain - El Transito Synagogue with Jennifer CutronaCoucou everyone!
Our special guest Jennifer Cutrona comes on the pod to take us to Spain this week! She gives us the history of how Muslims, Christians, and Jews in Spain had influenced this very special building, El Transito Synagogue in Toledo. Jennifer is a consummate professional and is super knowledgable about architecture - just don't tell her all ancient ruins look alike.... Vámonos!
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El Transito Synagogue Sources:
Sinagoga El Transito
"El Transito" Synagogue in Toledo, Spain
Recommendations:
...
2021-03-0447 minEUROPHILEEpisode 20 - Portugal via Angola - Queen NzingaCoucou everyone!
This is our first episode that doesn't touch the continent of Europe but that doesn't make it any less important to European and World History! Today, we travel to present day Angola to discuss the relationship between Queen Nzinga and the Portuguese. A warrior, anti-imperialist, feminist, and possible (unconfirmed) Scorpio - Queen Nzinga had a tumultuous life full of twists and turns and never a dull moment. Pull up a human chair (don't do that) and have a listen!
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Queen Nzinga Sources:
Bl...
2021-02-2540 minEUROPHILEEpisode 19 - England - Mary SeacoleCoucou everyone!
Honestly, where to begin with Mary? Loving caretaker? Yes. Entrepreneurial spirit? Yes. World traveler? Yes. Zero fucks-giver? YES. Hear Cat tell all about this amazing woman! Then listen to Kate dish on desperate British noblemen and the American women who saved them aka Million Dollar Princesses. You're welcome!
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Mary Seacole Sources:
Mary Seacole wiki
The History Chicks pod
Mini topic sources:
Weird History - Youtube Video
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - Amours Solitaires I...
2021-02-1839 minEUROPHILEEpisode 18 - France - The LouvreCoucou everyone!
"But she's so tiny....." - Every tourist talking about Mona Lisa.
This week, we go to Paris to talk all about the history of the Louvre! From a fortress to the palace/art museum we see today today, the Louvre had quite the glow up. Kate tells Catherine all about the museum's rich, lonnnnnng history. Then Catherine tells the tale of French Freedom fighter, Lucie Aubrac's amazing gumption and fortitude. But tell us, what's your favorite piece in the Louvre and why is it Mona Lisa????
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2021-02-1142 minEUROPHILEEpisode 17 - Greece - Sex and Beauty in Ancient TimesCoucou everyone!
Let's talk about sex, babyyyy! This week, Catherine tells Kate all about sex, relationships, and beauty standards in Ancient Greece. While very freeing in some ways, there were also plenty of rules and caveats - especially when it came to women and the age of consent (are we surprised??). Then Kate tells Cat and the Isle of Lesbos and the infamous Poetess - Sappho. That's hot.
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Sex in Ancient Greece Sources:
'Sex and the Constitution': the Ancient Greeks
What Sex...
2021-02-0444 minEUROPHILEEpisode 16 - Spain - FlamencoCoucou everyone!
OLÉ! This week Kate discusses the tumultuous and complicated relationship between Spain, fascism, tourism and Flamenco. Started by the Roma people in Spain, Flamenco has not had the easiest road of being recognized as a true Spanish art form. Then get your overripe tomatoes ready, as Catherine tells Kate all about the festival of the throwing of tomatoes, La Tomatina. Can you get the jamón???
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Flamenco Sources:
History of Flamenco
Flamenco wiki
Mini topic sources:
La T...
2021-01-2841 minEUROPHILEEpisode 15 - Ireland - Pirate Queen Grania O'MalleyCoucou everyone!
Come with us to the Emerald Isle of Ireland as Catherine tells Kate about a pirate queen who kicked her husband out of the house, chatted in Latin with Queen Elizabeth I, pillaged towns and ships, and fended off privateers while out at sea less than an hour after giving birth. Then Kate tells Cat about an Irish tradition called keening - a powerful cry sung at funerals and protests, and shares a darling Irish word. Now we're craving a Guinness.
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Grania Sources:
2021-01-2134 minEUROPHILEEpisode 14 - France - Romain Gary with Emile BertheratCoucou everyone and happy 2021!
We are thrilled to introduce our first guest - our favorite French friend Emile Bertherat! We caught up with Emile on how France handled 2020, and he taught us about renowned French novelist Romain Gary who lived an incredibly colorful life (to say the least!). Here's to a new year and to many more episodes with Emile!
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Romain Gary Sources:
6 Things You May Not Know About Romain Gary
Literature: the day Romain Gary said no to Goncourt
...
2021-01-0744 minEUROPHILEEpisode 13 - Italy - Lucrezia BorgiaCoucou everyone!
Called an incestuous murderesse, Lucrezia Borgia has been the center of many infamous stories and rumors swirling around the Borgia family. Kate tells Catherine all about if the rumors are true. Then Catherine regales Kate of the history of the Aperitivo in Italy - swoon!
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Lucrezia Sources:
Long Reads
Lucrezia Borgia wiki
Mini topic sources:
The Old History of Aperitivo
Aperitivo in Italy
Marcus Gavius Apicius wiki
Everything You Need t...
2020-12-3156 minEUROPHILEEpisode 12 - Scotland - The Mysterious Death of Netta FornarioCoucou everyone!
WARNING: this episode discusses themes of murder and death
Come with us to blustery, beautiful Scotland! Catherine tells Kate about the heavenly isle of Iona and the mysterious circumstances surrounding a young occultist's death in the early 20th century. Then, Kate regales Catherine about the Massacre of Glencoe, and why the Campbell clan is forever cursed because of their dastardly deeds to the MacDonald clan. The gals wrap things up with a few Scottish stories of their own.
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Netta Sources:
...
2020-12-2440 minEUROPHILEEpisode 11 - Russia - VodkaCoucou everyone & na zdorovie!
We're cheer-sing to your health this episode with Russian Vodka! Kate tells Catherine all about the history of the importance of vodka to Russia and even how it had a hand in deciding Russia's official religion. Catherine then tells Kate the story about how the Matryoshka nesting dolls came to be! Da darling!
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Vodka Sources:
Russian Vodka: A History
Vodka History
Facts & Details
Prohibition
Mini topic sources:
The History of t...
2020-12-1735 minEUROPHILEEpisode 10 - Denmark - Queen Caroline MathildeCoucou everyone!
Sign us up for dishing the sordid details of a steamy affair. Throw in a King, Queen and a revolutionary doctor? Yum. Cat tells Kate all about Queen Caroline Mathilde of Denmark and her lover Johann. Kate then informs Cat about the creepy, non-Disney version of The Little Mermaid. How morbid!
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Queen Caroline Mathilde Sources:
Rebecca Starr Brown - "Scandal, Divorce & Exile: The Legacy of Caroline Matilda"
Noble Blood Podcast - Queen Caroline Matilda's Personal Doctor
Mini topic s...
2020-12-1044 minEUROPHILEEpisode 9 - Germany - Helmut NewtonCoucou everyone!
Kate tells Cat all about the 'King of Kink', Helmut Newton and his rise to becoming a provocateur photographer of the ages! Cat then tells Kate about the roaring queer nightclub scene of Berlin pre-Nazi Germany.
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Helmut Newton Sources:
American Suburb X
The Art Story
Helmut Newton Wiki
Mini topic sources:
LGBT Culture in Berlin wiki
"A Peek Inside Berlin's Queer Club Scene Before Hitler Destroyed It"
Recommendations:
K...
2020-12-0341 minEUROPHILEEpisode 8 - Italy - Cosa Nostra (Sicilian Mafia)Coucou everyone!
WARNING: this episode discusses themes of murder and abuse
Signore e signori...join us as we venture to Sicily and discuss Cosa Nostra aka "Our Thing" aka the Mafia. Then Kate informs Cat about the wild Sicilian flag and reminds us all about the story of Medusa.
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Cosa Nostra Sources:
Sicilian Mafia
Mini topic sources:
Medusa
Recommendations:
Kate's Recommendation - My Brilliant Friend Series by Elena Ferrante
Catherine's Recommendation...
2020-11-2653 minEUROPHILEEpisode 7 - Scandinavia - Sami PeopleCoucou everyone!
Kate tells Cat about the only indigenous peoples of Europe - the Sami. Cat dishes the details of artist Edvard Munch's tumultuous love life, and surprises Kate with a fun little social experiment.
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Sami People Sources:
Sami
Sami Wikipedia
Sami handicrafts – Duodji
Frozen II and the Sami
Mini topic sources:
Edvard Munch and Tulla Larsen
Edvard Munch's Female Influencers
Cover art and logo by Kate Wa...
2020-11-1932 minEUROPHILEEpisode 6 - The Netherlands - Mata HariCoucou Everyone!
Exotic dancer, courtesan, and double agent - meet the irresistible Mata Hari....and enjoy a cute little folktale told by Kate.
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES TOPIC OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND MURDER.
Mata Hari Sources:
STUFF YOU MISSED IN HISTORY CLASS PODCAST
BIOGRAPHICS MATA BIOGRAPHY
GREAT LIVES BBC
MATA MEETS ERTE MEETS BEYONCE
Mini Topic Sources:
THE BOY WHO WANTED MORE CHEESE
Recommendations:
BON APPETIT'S COLCANNON
2020-11-1242 minEUROPHILEEpisode 5 - Great Britain - Love IslandCoucou Everyone!
Maaaates! Let's discuss British reality TV, specifically the juiciness that is LOVE ISLAND. Let's follow that up with some afternoon tea talk, shall we?
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES TOPIC OF SUICIDE.
Love Island Sources:
LOVE ISLAND MENTAL HEALTH PROCESSES
WIKIPEDIA
GUARDIAN ARTICLE
LOVE ISLAND AND BODY IMAGE
LOVE ISLAND AND MENTAL HEALTH
Mini topic sources:
HISTORY OF THE AFTERNOON TEA
4TH EARL OF SANDWICH
V...
2020-11-0537 minEUROPHILEEpisode 4 - Switzerland & France - The Order of the Solar TempleCoucou everyone!
Who doesn't love a cult? Cat tells Kate all about the doomsday, murder-suicide cult who had HQs in France, Switzerland, and Canada. Kate shares the lovely story behind French Lace.
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES TOPICS OF MURDER, SUICIDE, AND SEXUAL ASSAULT.
The Order of the Solar Temple Sources:
CULTS PODCAST
THE LAST PODCAST ON THE LEFT
WITNESS
Mini Topic Sources:
DENTELLE DE CALAIS
WIKIPEDIA
Cover...
2020-10-2944 minEUROPHILEEpisode 3 - Romania - Bram Stoker's DraculaCoucou everyone!
This spooky szn, the girls dive into the wild ride that is Bram Stoker's Dracula, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and the real story behind the film. They also chat about a creepy forest in Romania.
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES TOPICS OF MURDER, SUICIDE, AND SEXUAL ASSAULT.
Bram Stoker's Dracula Sources:
Bram Stoker's Dracula. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, 1992.
Bram Stoker's Dracula Film WIKIPEDIA
Bram Stoker's Dracula Novel WIKIPEDIA
REFLECTIONS IN BLO...
2020-10-2240 minEUROPHILEEpisode 2 - Austria - Hedy LamarrCOUCOU EVERYONE!
Coucou everyone!
Meet the beautiful Hedy Lamarr - Austrian-born Hedy would go off to to make it in Hollywood but without her we would not have cellphones, wifi, bluetooth or GPS - we would literally be lost without her! Also a delicious little story about how the tomato traveled to Europe.
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Hedy Lamarr Sources:
You Must Remember This EP. 29
"Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story" (2017), Directed by Alexandra Dean
Mini Topic Sources:
HOW THE TOMATO G...
2020-10-1532 minEUROPHILEEpisode 1 - France - Coco ChanelCoucou Everyone!
Join our inaugural episode as we learn about the life of inimitable Coco Chanel and the French treat that is the Tarte Tropézienne!
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Coco Chanel Sources:
COCO'S WIKIPEDIA
BIOGRAPHY.COM
BRITTANICA
TANNING
BUSINESS OF FASHION
CHANEL NUMBER 5 - MARILYN MONROE
CHANEL NUMBER 5 - NICOLE KIDMAN, DIRECTED BY BAZ LUHRMANN
AMAZING CHANEL FASHION SHOW SET DESIGN
Mini Topic Sources:
TARTE TROPÉZIENNE
AND GOD CREATED WOMAN
Kate and Catherine's Recommendations:
NUXE - BODY OIL
...
2020-10-0839 minEUROPHILEINTRODUCING EUROPHILEJoin friends Kate Walker and Catherine Roehre as they chat, laugh, and learn together in Europhile - a podcast encompassing Europe and its appeal, cultural nuances, lifestyles, histories, figures, problems and any other topic that sparks their interest!
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2020-09-3001 min