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Paris: "A City of Ideas"Paris Goods: Luxury Retailing and the Emergence of the Grands MagasinsPlease join us in a one-hour Zoom presentation: “Paris Goods: Luxury Retailing and the Emergence of les Grands Magasins”with Roger Mummert and the Alliance FrançaiseApril 9 at 4pm EDTRegister:https://www.afusa.org/community/event-rsvp/?event_id=91Explore luxury retailing in Paris beginning with Medieval times, when travelers sought les articles de Paris, the superior goods produced there by guild artisans.We look at the emergence of new retailing venues: the Arcades, Novelty Stores and les Grands Magasins of Bon Marché, Galleri...
2025-02-1302 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"D-Day and the Soul of France: What Happened HereD-Day was a colossal event in human history. On June 6, 1944, Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy and began to turn the tide against Nazi aggression and tyranny. Understanding this epic event requires that we revisit the narratives of "American Exceptionalism" and "Eternal France" and examine the role of nationalism in the development of modern Europe. Part 1: "What Happened Here"This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2024-06-1405 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Intro: Quelle Bourgeois!"Bourgeois” by definition means middle class. And while most French citizens are middle class, you would be hard-pressed to find anyone who wants to be called bourgeois. “Quelle horreur!” Indeed, in France, “bourgeois” has a complicated biography. We explore that in this series. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2023-11-0103 minParis: "A City of Ideas""An Afternoon in Paris"Walter Benjamin (1892-1940) was a native of Berlin, but he had deep roots in Paris. In his essay, "A Berlin Chronicle" from Reflections, he reminisces about the role played by people in his life, from childhood on. Here, while seated in the Café Deux Magots in St-Germain-des-Prés, he has a revelation--an illumination, in his words--that encapsulates the way so many feel about Paris as a place of personal insight and inspiration. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2023-11-0101 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Mark Twain Takes a Shave in ParisWe venerate Mark Twain as a foundational American novelist, but for much of his career he paid his bills by traveling the world, writing of his adventures and recounting them from the stage. In fact, Twain spent 12 years abroad--including nearly two years living in Paris. This is Part 1 of the "Mark Twain and France" series, in which we explore Twain's first encounter with Paris as a reporter on a travel excursion in 1867. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2023-08-0406 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Reimagining a Green Notre DameThe area surrounding Notre Dame Cathedral is being reimagined, as part of the vast greening of Paris. In a few years, the 12 million people who visit the cathedral annually will encounter a surrounding space that is far greener, cooler and more amenable to social interactions.It may also be more Parisian.See how the landscape architects of Bureau Bas Smets plan to bring Parisians back to the Ile de la Cité to gather in an inviting and refreshing place in the historic middle of a vast city. This podcast was cr...
2023-04-1905 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Les Enfants de la Bohème: The Many Isms of BohemianismBohemianism is a grandmere to many "isms" inspired by the original Bohemians of Paris . The list of “Bohemainism-isms” is long, but here are a choice few.This is Part V of "Bohemianism," a podcast from theparisproject.net. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-10-2810 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Marking Bohemia: Henri Murger's "Scenes de la Vie de Bohème"In 1851, Henri Murger published "Scenes de la Vie de Bohème," portraying the Bohemian life of four artists in the Quartier Latin. Some say the book defined the colorful ways of Bohemianism; others say is merely "marked" or even mocked what was a serious social and political rejection of bourgeois values and comforts. The book remains widely read, and the argument endures, as well. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-10-2508 minParis: "A City of Ideas"The Most Bohemian Bohemian"The Most Bohemian Bohemian" is Part 3 of "Bohemianism," a podcast series from theparisproject.net. A countdown from 10 to 1 of the most colorful and influential Bohemians from la Bohème Galante, the first generations of Bohemians in Paris. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-10-2513 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Le Petite Cénacle: The First Generation of BohemiansWhile the idea of Bohemianism may seem eternal, the founding of Bohemianism in Paris can be traced to 1830 when a small group of young writers and artists formed a circle they called le Petit Cénacle. They believed that life should be lived for art—and art never should be employed toward bourgeois conventions and comforts. The Bohemians of le Petite Cénacle became infamous for their drunken revelry, noisy impropriety, and outrageous dress. Their motto: “Èpater la Bourgeoisie” or shock, scandalize, flabbergast the stuffy middle class. This podcast was create...
2022-09-1613 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Walking a Lobster: Birth of La BohèmebohemianismLiving a life of l’art pour l’art, flaunting conventions, embracing poverty and rejecting bourgeois values and comforts.Part 1Walking a Lobster: Birth of la Bohème In the 1830s, the poet Gerard de Nerval attached a blue silk leash to his pet lobster Thibault and walked him through the gardens of the Palais Royal. It is difficult today to appreciate the significance of this gesture. At the time, de Nerval, a poet’s poet among the young Parisian literati, was (with the participation of Thibault the lobs...
2022-09-1307 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Greening Paris: A Brief HistoryToday's greening plan is not the first effort to make Paris a green city. Here are notable greening moments from Catherine de Medici to Georges-Eugene Haussmann. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-09-1205 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Greening Paris on Dead Trees (Paper)Many of the records of the massive renovation of Paris (1853-1870) were lost in the 1871 fire that destroyed l'Hotel de Ville. Fortunately, Georges-Eugene Haussmann and several other key people on his renovation team left behind their memoirs. Here is a brief sampler. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-09-1206 minParis: "A City of Ideas"Is Paris Greenwashing its History?Paris is in the midst of a massive transformation to become one of the greenest cities in Europe. The city sees this greening plan as part of a historic continuum, but critics say this is greenwashing. The Paris greening plan is ambitious and admirable--but history and language matter. Let's not admire a tree and call it a forest. This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-09-1205 min
Road House MinuteRHM Episode 108 -- This is Our TownDoc arrives at Wesley Manor for reasons passing understanding, but fortunately just in time to see Dalton NOT kill a man for a change. Bad idea, as it turns out, since Wesley returns the favor by retrieving and brandishing his pistol. He then prophetically announces, "It's over!" before getting a shotgun blast to the chest from Red, then one from Emmet, then one from Stroudenmire, and finally the coup de grace from Tilghman, sending him crashing through a coffee table.
Hosts: Roger Wistar & Marcie Wistar
Special Guests: Pete Mummert & Tom Taylor
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2022-09-0937 minRoad House MinuteRHM Episode 107 -- Mount the WesleyOK, fun and games are over. Dalton breaks Wesley's spear in half and kicks him onto a chair. But Wesley recovers and seems to be ready to impale Dalton before we get reminded that if you kick a man in the knee, he drops like a stone. Wesley draws his tiny, tiny pistol, which Dalton quickly kicks away, and then prepares to deliver the Vulcan Throat Rip.
Hosts: Roger Wistar & Marcie Wistar
Special Guests: Pete Mummert & Tom Taylor
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Email: daltonsaysbenice@gmail.com
2022-09-0731 minRoad House MinuteRHM Episode 106 -- Magic Levitating SpearsBrad Wesley seems to be trying to make peace with Dalton, now that he knows he can't beat him. But I doubt that Dalton shares his views of a Jasper with both of them still in it. He fails to find Dalton behind a stuffed bison -- should have checked the other side. Dalton emerges and the final fight begins. It would seem like Wesley should be no match for Dalton, except for his expert spear-throwing skills.
Hosts: Roger Wistar & Marcie Wistar
Special Guests: Pete Mummert & Tom Taylor
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2022-09-0525 minParis: "A City of Ideas"De-Greening the Champ-de-MarsThe Champ-de-Mars by the Eiffel Tower, which was created for military drills, is today a battleground for city planners vs. tree advocates. In a city that, for centuries, was built with boulevards and vistas that project la gloire de France for visitors, Parisians ask: Is our city to be looked at--or lived in? This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-07-2903 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Pee Town: Paris Puts its Urine to WorkAs the city of Paris evolved into modernity, the removal of human waste was key to that transition. Today, repurposing waste products plays a significant role in realizing a greener Paris. And urine is key to it. Podcast by Roger Mummertwww.theparisproject.netThis podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-07-0108 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"La Ville Verte: The Greening of Paris (intro)Paris is undergoing what may be the most comprehensive transformation since the Haussmann renovation in the 19th century. This time, 2 million Parisians, and not just an emperor and his agent, have a hand in determining how life in Paris can be enhanced and enjoyed in a sustainable green city.Podcast by Roger Mummertwww.theparisproject.netThis podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-07-0100 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Laïcité Part 2: From the Edict of Nantes to the French RevolutionLaïcité has roots in France going back to the Edict of Nantes in 1598, which granted freedom of religion (or at least tolerance) to French Protestants. And since that time, this French concept of secularism has been hotly debated. This podcast is part of "Paris: A City of Ideas," a series created and narrated by Roger Mummert (rogermum@aol.com)For more information: www.theparisproject.netThis podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-06-2203 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Laïcité Part 3: Public Education Becomes a BattlegroundIn the 19th century, public education in France was made mandatory and secular. The Catholic Church, which previously had controlled and administered education, viewed this as a hostile act of anti-clericism. They faced off against the proponents of secularism in what was known as "The Conflict of the Two Frances." Today, more than ever, schools are battleground over secularism, religious expression and separatism.This podcast is part of "Paris: A City of Ideas," a series created and narrated by Roger Mummert (rogermum@aol.com).For more information: www.theparisproject.netThis podcast was created by...
2022-06-2202 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Laïcité Part 4: Universalism vs. Separatism TodayFor four centuries, laïcité has been a guiding principle of life in Paris and throughout France. Yet is remains a hot-button issue today, as France struggles to define a national character while fulfilling the aspirations of the Republic. Does secularism even have a place in a country and an interconnected world undergoing vast demographic and cultural transitions? This podcast is part of "Paris: A City of Ideas," a series created and narrated by Roger Mummert (rogermum@aol.com).For more information: www.theparisproject.netThis podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.the...
2022-06-2208 min
Paris: "A City of Ideas"Laïcité Part 1: It's a French ThingLaïcité is a distinctly French concept of secularism. It ensures the free expression of religion by banishing religion and its symbols from the public sphere. This podcast is part of "Paris: A City of Ideas," a series created and narrated by Roger Mummert (rogermum@aol.com).For more information: www.theparisproject.net This podcast was created by Roger Mummert for www.theparisproject.net.
2022-06-2204 min
Shuffle. Repeat.AM Bronze: Lost Singer-Songwriters of the 60's & 70'sAlbums DiscussedDavid Wiffen - David WiffenTucker Zimmerman - Ten Songs By...John Howard - Kid In A Big WorldJohn D. Loudermilk - The Open Mind of...Roger Morris - First AlbumBert Somner - The Road to TravelElliot Murphy - AquashowWillis Alan Ramsey - Willis Alan RamseyBobby Charles - Bobby CharlesDavid Ackles - American GothicIntro and Background music by Aries Beatshttps://free-songs.de/my-music/
2021-08-101h 07
Review of Optometric BusinessNew and Emerging Career Pathways, Part 2Mark Wright, OD, FCOVD, ROB Professional Editor, discussed new and emerging career pathways for optometrists. Also discussed: applying performance data to practice management and practice transitions. An ROB in-depth conversation with Roger Mummert, ROB Content Director.
2019-08-1510 min
Review of Myopia ManagementMyopia Management Linda Chous, OD, and Pamela Lowe, ODDiscussion with Linda Chous, OD, and Pamela Lowe, OD. Moderated by Roger Mummert, Jobson Optical Group.
2019-04-2926 minReview of Myopia ManagementBrien Holden Vision Institute, Part 2Discussion with Judith Stern, BOptom, and Michael Morton, BOptom, of the Brien Holden Vision Institute, Part 2. Moderated by Roger Mummert, Jobson Optical Group.
2019-04-2911 minReview of Myopia ManagementBrien Holden Vision Institute, Part 3Discussion with Judith Stern, BOptom, and Michael Morton, BOptom, of the Brien Holden Vision Institute, Part 3. Moderated by Roger Mummert, Jobson Optical Group.
2019-04-2908 minReview of Myopia ManagementBrien Holden Vision Institute, Part 1Discussion with Judith Stern, BOptom, and Michael Morton, BOptom, of the Brien Holden Vision Institute, Part 1. Moderated by Roger Mummert, Jobson Optical Group.
2019-04-2917 minReview of Optometric BusinessVision Source Next: Part 1: "Charting a Bright Future for Independent Optometry"An in-depth discussion on the future of independent optometry with Amir Khoshnevis, OD, and Pete Kehoe, OD, of Vision Source. Interviewed at the WebMD Studio in New York in March 2019 by Roger Mummert, Content Director for Review of Optometric Business. Topics include the high growth record of Vision Source practices versus other practices, and the range of services designed to sustain independent optometric practices.Part 1 of a three-part series.
2019-04-2613 minReview of Optometric BusinessVision Source Next: Part 2 "Growth Opportunities in Urban and Rural Communities"An in-depth discussion on the future of independent optometry with Amir Khoshnevis, OD, and Pete Kehoe, OD, of Vision Source. Interviewed at the WebMD Studio in New York in March 2019 by Roger Mummert, Content Director for Review of Optometric Business. Topics include overcoming competitive barriers to learn from colleagues, growth opportunities in rural, as well as urban and suburban areas, and maximizing full practice value through long-term practice ownership and growth-focused management. Part 2 of a three-part series.
2019-04-2613 minReview of Optometric BusinessVision Source Next Part 3: "Practice Full Scope Optometry in a Wellness Practice"An in-depth discussion on the future of independent optometry with Amir Khoshnevis, OD, and Pete Kehoe, OD, of Vision Source. Interviewed at the WebMD Studio in New York in March 2019 by Roger Mummert, Content Director for Review of Optometric Business. Topics include how to embrace medical model optometry and refocus your practice on delivering wellness care. Part 3 of a three-part series.
2019-04-2609 min