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Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #17: Ancient Kourion UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cyprus
This episode of the Take Me to Europe podcast explores the ancient city of Kourion in Cyprus, highlighting its historical significance, archaeological sites, and key attractions, such as the Roman theatre, the House of Eustolius, and the early Christian basilica. The conversation delves into the rich history of Kourion, its strategic location, and the various influences that shaped its development over the centuries. To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning h...
2025-03-11
05 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #16: Nea Paphos UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cyprus
In this episode of the Take Me To Europe podcast, host Monique Skdimore takes listeners on a virtual tour of the Nea Paphos Archaeological Park in Cyprus. This important UNESCO World Heritage site is rich in history, showcasing the ruins of ancient Nea Paphos, a city that thrived during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The conversation explores various Roman villas, their stunning mosaics, and the cultural significance of the Odeon and Asklepion. The episode also touches on medieval ruins and the iconic lighthouse, providing a comprehensive overview of Paphos's historical landscape. To learn more about Europe's best de...
2025-03-11
05 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. # 15: Exploring the Akamas Peninsula, Cyprus
In this episode, your host, Monique Skidmore, unpacks what to do, see, and experience on the west coast of Cyprus in the Akamas Peninsula National Park. From Aphrodite's Bath to Turtle Beach, come take a tour through one of Cyprus' least-developed wildernesses.To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a DIY trip, visit our website or get in...
2025-03-11
05 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #14: Lefkes, Paros, Greece
This conversation explores Lefkes, a creative retreat on the island of Paros, Greece. Monique Skidmore discusses its historical significance, vibrant culture, culinary delights, and local products. The conversation highlights the best times to visit, the unique architecture, and the rich heritage of the area, including its churches, monasteries, and the Museum of Popular Aegean Civilisation. To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a...
2025-03-07
06 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #13: Kastellorizo Island: Greece's best-kept secret?
In this episode, we take a tour of what may well be Greece's best-kept secret - its southeasternmost island - Kastellorizo. Just off the Turkish shore mainland, Kalstellorizo's U-shaped harbor is a delight - lined with tavernas and shops, small ladders invite you into the water at points all around it. There's a rich history, blue caves, and tiny islets to explore. To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, o...
2025-03-05
05 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #12: Vergina and the Royal Macedonian Tombs
In this episode, Monique chats with master tour guide, Anastasia Gietanou, about a man who changed the course of world history. We'll be traveling to Vagina, the birthplace of Philip of Macedonia. We'll visit the tombs and the palace of Vagina, but we'll also be taking a trip to the underworld. And that's not something you get to do every day. If you're interested in learning more about Vergina, or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our travel guides at...
2025-02-26
21 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #11: Colossus of Rhodes
In this episode, Monique talks with Rhodes tourist guide Adrian Bordrez about a subject we hear about as children but never really know much about - Adrian tells us the fascinating story of the rise and fall of the 6th Ancient Wonder of the World, the Colossus of Rhodes. If you're interested in learning more about the Colossus of Rhodes, or Rhodes Island, or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our travel guides at Take Me To Greece....
2025-02-05
13 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #10: Secrets of the Eleusinian Mysteries
In this episode, we welcome back to the podcast Athens professional storyteller, Danae Kousouris, who reveals to us the secrets of the Eleusinian Mysteries. On the way, we'll visit the entrance to the underworld, meet some formidable female gods, and learn about the significance of pomegranates to the Greeks.If you're interested in learning more about the Eleusinian Mysteries or visiting Eleusis/Elefsina yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our travel guides at Take Me To Greece.W...
2025-02-04
13 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #9: The Minotaur and the Labyrinth at the Palace of Knossos
In this episode, Monique chats with Manolis Papadakis about the rise and fall of the great Minoan civilization, centered upon the Palace of Knossos in Crete. We learn about the mythology of the Labyrinth of Daedalus and the story of Theseus, Ariadne, and the Minotaur. We also learn what to see in Crete to learn more about this incredible palace complex and these major Ancient Greek myths.If you're interested in learning more about the Minotaur and the Labyrinth or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at T...
2025-02-03
12 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #8: Ancient Delphi and the Oracle of Delphi
In this episode, Monique is talking with Penny Kolonvotsou, a native of Delphi and an expert tour guide of Ancient Delphi. We learn all about the Oracle of Delphi and why Delphi was such an important place in the Ancient World, as well as what you must see when you visit Delphi. If you're interested in learning more about the Oracle of Delphi and Ancient Delphi or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our travel guides at Take Me...
2025-02-03
13 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #7: The Olympic Games at Ancient Olympia
In this episode, Monique is talking with Niki Vlahou of Niki Olympic about this famous site to understand why the Olympic Games were held here, what the Games were, why they were such a big deal to the ancient Greeks, and what you must see when you visit Ancient Olympia.If you're interested in learning more about the Olympic Games and Ancient Olympia or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our travel guides at Take Me To Greece.
2025-02-03
16 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #6: The Acropolis of Athens and Its Myths
In this episode, Monique speaks with professional storyteller, Danae Kousouris, about the monuments of the Acropolis of Athens - why they were built, what they're all about, and why you should visit each of them.If you're interested in learning more about the Acropolis of Athens, or visiting it yourself, check out our travel guides and our history and culture immersive tours at Take Me To Europe Tours, and our Greece travel guides at Take Me To Greece.We provide all kinds of trip planning, from DIY with a little inspiration a...
2025-02-02
18 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. 5# Visit Mycenae and Meet the Mighty Myceneans
In this episode, we speak with Mycenean archaeologist, Vivienne Pelopida about the Ancients that the Ancient Greeks looked back on for their myths and stories. The citadel of Mycenae is in the Peloponnese region of mainland Greece but its kings and warriors fought and traded with empires as far away as Egypt and Afghanistan. They were part of the global supply chain to create the Bronze that made Emperors suddenly wealthy and funded armies that crossed the Mediterranean. They also made the first souvlaki trays!To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips...
2025-02-01
23 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #3: Tips on Visiting Cyprus
In this episode, we down to the must-haves and must-know information about crossing the internal international border on the Island of Cyprus, by foot and by rental car, visas, ETIAS, currency, tipping, time zones, and getting around this small but diverse island.To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a DIY trip, visit our website or get in...
2025-02-01
16 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. 4#: Top 10 Cyprus Agrotourism Villages
In this episode, I share with you my top 10 favorite villages in Cyprus for an Agrotourism stay. I explain what it means to have an Agrotourism stay in a Cypriot village, where you're never far from the coast and the cities.To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a DIY trip, visit our website or get in touch...
2025-02-01
09 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #2: How to Get to Cyprus
In this episode, we explore all the different ways to get to Cyprus, including entering through the Self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern CyprusTo learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a DIY trip, visit our website or get in touch with us at info[at]takemetoeuropetours.com.
2025-02-01
16 min
Take Me To Europe Podcast
Ep. #1: Why You Must Visit Cyprus
In this episode we explore all the reasons why Cyprus is a must-visit destination across the year, and why it's much more than just a perfect summer beach destination.To learn more about Europe's best destinations, further travel inspiration and tips, and to see the immersive history and culture small group experiences offered by Take Me To Europe Tours, or for trip planning help, or travel guides to help you plan a DIY trip, visit our website or get in touch with us at info[at]takemetoeuropetours.com.
2024-08-29
05 min
The Infinite Drop
#6 Star Power with Kaitlyn Kaerhart: Soulmate Transits, Dragon Years & Unveiling the Cosmic Tapestry of Numbers & Spirituality
Kaitlyn Kaerhart is a force. She’s a musician with songs that have garnered more than a million plays on Spotify, and have been featured on TV shows, including HBO. She’s also a Penguin Random House international bestselling author. Her book “You Are Cosmic Code” is a guide for decoding the very real magic you can harness by understanding the number patterns that are pre-set in your life. On top of that she's an incredibly talented musician who channels fierce emotion into music that feels like the soundtrack for the Age of Aquarius. ...
2024-02-26
1h 00
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Vergina
2023-08-26
34 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
Whisky
2023-08-25
18 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
Secrets of the Eleusinian Mysteries
In this episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore welcomes back to the show Athens storyteller and tour guide, Danae Kousouris, to reveal the secrets of the Eleusinian Mysteries, the most sacred and secret of the Ancient Greek Mysteries.We travel to Eleusis (or Elefsina), now an industrial suburb in Athens, along the Sacred Way to the home of the religious cult of Demeter. We take a peek into the underworld, the underground ritual hall, and the well of DemeterAlong the way, we learn why this cult brought famous historical figures...
2021-09-30
18 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
The Minotaur and the Labyrinth of Knossos
In this episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore interviews the head of the Federation of Crete tour guides, Manolas Papadakis about the rich mythology and ruins of ancient Crete.Take a wander with Monique and Manolos through the vast Palace of Knossos and then head below to the labyrinth designed by Daedalus as the prison of the Minotaur. Meet the gods and goddesses, the Bull and the Kings and Queens of this wonderful ancient kingdom.As you journey through the site of the Palace of Knossos, learn from Manolas about the...
2021-03-01
21 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
The Colossus of Rhodes
In this episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore interviews expert Rhodian tour guide, Adrien Bordrez. Through layers of history, mythology, invasion, domination, alliances, and global trade, Adrien shows us the richness and depth of culture evident on the beautiful island of Rhodes.No trip to Rhodes is complete without a visit to the site where the great Colossus of Rhodes once stood as the entrance to the harbor of Rhodes. Made from siege engines, destroyed and abandoned on the order of the Oracle of Delphi, this is a great story.If...
2021-02-15
38 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
The Oracle of Delphi
In the second episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore interviews Delphi renowned tour guide, Penny Kolomvotsos, about how and why you should visit Ancient Delphi.Why is the Oracle of Delphi so famous? Hear why the Sanctuary of Apollo at Ancient Delphi became one of the most famous and important sites in Antiquity. See who came to consult with Oracle and why. And get some great tips about how to visit and what to see at this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greece.If you're interested in learning more about A...
2021-01-20
19 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
The Olympic Games at Ancient Olympia
In this episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore interviews expert Olympia tour guide and tour company owner, Niki Vlachou of Niki Olympic. Niki is passionate about the beauty and history of the site of ancient Olympia and the Olympic Games.Take a wander with Monique and Niki through the Sanctuary of Zeus beneath Mount Cronos. Visit the remains of the great Temple of Zeus, home once to one of the wonders of the world - the giant Statue of Zeus.As you journey through the site of the Olympic Games, learn...
2021-01-07
22 min
Trip Anthropologist Podcast
The Acropolis of Athens
In this episode of the Trip Anthropologist podcast, cultural anthropologist Monique Skidmore interviews the Athens storyteller and tour guide, Danae Kousouris, about how and why you should visit the incredible Acropolis of Athens.Take a peek into the lives of the great gods and goddesses of Athens and at what those ancient playwrights got up to in the Theatre of Dionysus. Learn about the main myths and legends of this UNESCO site, its most important buildings, and get some great tips about your next trip to the Acropolis of Athens.If you're interested in seeing...
2021-01-06
28 min
Squirrel Friends Cocktail Hour - A Weekly recap of RuPaul's Drag Race
All Stars 4 : Episode 9 “Sex and the Kitty Girl”
Nick and Amanda are fashionably late for this week’s episode of Sex and the Kitty, GUORL! Please don’t break up with us on a post-it, we’ll buy the next round of cosmos, we promise! The hosts break down Naomi’s iconic “IDGAF” attitude, the terrible script that the queens had to work with, and Monique’s epic runway lewk. Enjoy! An EXTRA special shout out to our OFFICIAL VIP Squirrel Friends who are keeping the lights on at SFCH productions. Andre Platts, Molly Harrington, Mitch & Cheeeps, Rosie Wallis, Luke Stammen, Zee Machine, Arturo Esteve...
2019-02-13
00 min
Squirrel Friends Cocktail Hour - A Weekly recap of RuPaul's Drag Race
All Stars 4 : Episode 4 “Jersey Justice”
Cabs are heeeeyah! Nick and Amanda are off to Jersey this week with the remaining queens for a fresh helping of Jersey Justice! Nick and Amanda pregame hard with a quick recap of the Golden Globes, and then take a deep dive into the episode at hand. Nick and Amanda have conflicting opinions on Monique Heart, but are both “in agreeance” that this was Latrice’s time to sashay away. Enjoy! An EXTRA special shout out to our OFFICIAL VIP Squirrel Friends who are keeping the lights on at SFCH productions. Andre Platts, Molly Harrington, Mitch...
2019-01-07
00 min