History Extra podcast

The Grand Tour: everything you wanted to know

Jul 27, 2024
Guest
Lizzie Rogers
Guest
Ellie Cawthorne
Lizzie Rogers, a historian with a flair for cultural travel, teams up with Ellie Cawthorne, an expert guide, to take you back to the 18th-century Grand Tour. They explore must-see destinations, reveal how travelers navigated challenges like language barriers and uncomfortable mules, and share the scandalous tales of high society. Discover the fascinating duality of hedonistic pursuits and cultured experiences, as well as the impact of these journeys on both individuals and colonialism!
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
The Grand Tour: A Cultural Odyssey
01:46 • 12min
3
Cultural Encounters: Realities versus Myths of 18th Century Travel
13:54 • 2min
4
Exploring Grand Tour Tourism
16:13 • 15min
5
The Scandalous Life of Lady Holland
31:28 • 4min
6
Exploring European Travels and Pioneering Women in History
35:15 • 2min
7
The Rise and Fall of the Grand Tour
37:04 • 4min