

The Barbizon Hotel
Nov 1, 2023
The podcast discusses the history and significance of the Barbizon Hotel in New York City as a sanctuary for women breaking out of traditional gender roles. It explores the challenges faced by women in the 1930s and 1950s and reflects on the transformations of the hotel over the years. The speaker shares advice for young people considering their profession and acknowledges the historical significance of the Barbizon Hotel as a place for women to pursue their ambitions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Women finding freedom at the Barbizon Hotel
03:18 • 9min
Exploring the History and Impact of the Barbizon Hotel
12:04 • 9min
Women in the 1930s and 1950s: Challenges and Limited Opportunities
20:59 • 9min
The Purpose and Eviction of the Barbizon Hotel
30:09 • 3min
The Transformations of the Barbizon Hotel
33:17 • 5min
Reflections on the Profession and the Significance of the Barbizon Hotel
38:46 • 3min