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This podcast will explore the development of the art, architecture, culture and history in Italy, from ancient Roman times through the Renaissance. Listeners will develop an understanding of Italy's role in the development of Western civilization and an ability to appreciate and understand works of art in their historical context.
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Every other week we provide music and entertainment from Renaissance festivals with Celtic music, Irish folk music, Scottish bagpipes, English folk, Gypsy music, Pirate, Sea Shanty, Renaissance music, and comedy from groups performing this week at a faire near you.
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African Renaissance Podcast

Thabo Mbeki Foundation

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The African Renaissance Podcast hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi provides a stage for vital conversations with actors working to improve the lives of African people. It provides sharp analysis & critique of Africa's social, political & economic history.
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Renaissance England was a bustling and exciting place...new religion! break with rome! wars with Scotland! And France! And Spain! The birth of the modern world! In this weekly podcast I'll explore one aspect of life in 16th century England that will give you a deeper understanding of this most exciting time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Renaissance Minds

Silvia Davi and Chris R. Vaccaro

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Renaissance Minds gets inside the minds of today's biggest thinkers. Co-hosts Silvia Davi and Chris R. Vaccaro are pursuing modern-day Renaissance individuals from all walks of life. These are complex thinkers and masters of their crafts, often balancing several high-profile responsibilities. We want to tell the story of their multidimensional lives and journeys to educate and inspire you, the listener.
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JR Outloud

Jewish Renaissance

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JR's Arts Editor Judi Herman presents her series of podcasts, featuring interviews with leading playwrights, actors and other creatives, as well as guided audio tours of the latest exhibitions with a Jewish cultural interest.
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The Renaissance Polymath

Renaissance Polymath

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This podcast is all about discussing ideas, lessons, and skills that your parents and high school didn’t teach you, helping you to become a more well-rounded individual, jack of all trades, or a modern-day renaissance man/woman. Learn more at therenpo.com
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The Global Renaissance Podcast is a show dedicated to the free exchange of information hosted by Trev Woods. Through interviews with creatives and community contributors, he explores how internal beliefs and values are expressed outwardly; through conversations with close friends, he examines sociological and philosophical concepts relevant to his generation and modern society as a whole. Follow the Podcast Instagram/TikTok: @theglobalrenaissancepod Follow Trevor Instagram/TikTok/Twitter/You ...
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The Italian Renaissance Podcast takes you on an exciting journey into fifteenth and sixteenth century Italy, stepping beyond the bounds of general overviews of historical themes of the Renaissance, and diving deeply into interpreting how we understand the period today. Each episode provides an analysis of cultural giants, stories of drama and violence, masterworks of literature, but most importantly, the art. These discussions are curated for not only the adept history lover, but also the ge ...
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Hosted by Qadry Harris, a Baptist Minister & scholar, and Chris JB, a special education expert. They invite esteemed guests like pastors, artists, activists, and leaders to engage in lively conversations. The podcast aims to empower and entertain listeners while celebrating the beauty, resilience, and brilliance of the Black community. It creates a space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, discussing spirituality, Black culture, and connecting with like-minded individuals. The podc ...
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The Soul Garden

Georgina Langdale

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Exploring the magic that happens when nature, creativity and the wisdom of mystics transform our art, work and the way we navigate life transitions georginalangdale.substack.com
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The New Renaissance Tribe Podcast is a space for curious, creative, and multi-passionate people in pursuit of a meaningful, inspired life. Here you’ll find honest conversations with the people I call modern renaissance souls—artists, creators, explorers, builders, meaning-makers, and visionaries. If you’re someone who values beauty, knowledge, freedom, craft, and artful living, I hope you’ll feel at home here. Let’s explore what it means to be a renaissance soul.
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Greetings & Welcome to the RFP experiences where we aspire to inspire until we expire! The objective of the podcast is to provide the listeners with new perspectives, ideologies and conceptual frameworks that can serve as resourceful toolkit to help in navigating life’s inevitable obstacles. The host Juda$ X invites you to embark on this lifelong journey of elevation, enlightenment and personal development so you can start building a better self today to handle the challenges of tomorrow.
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Gumshoes & Dragons

Gumshoes and Dragons

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Gumshoes & Dragons is a bi-weekly (the one that means once every 2 weeks) murder mystery actual play comedy podcast created and DM'd by Anthony Burch and starring Adal Rifai, Erin Keif & John Patrick Coan. Every episode features a special guest murderer and the cast has to put together the clues to solve the crime.
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We're reframing the narrative and celebrating multi-passionate creatives and entrepreneurs who thrive by embracing their diverse interests. In a world that insists you must focus on one thing to succeed, Renaissance Achievers are redefining success by proving that being a multi-potentialite is the ultimate super power.
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School of the Spirit is the media ministry of Renaissance Christian Fellowship, a spirit-filled church in the Hall/Jackson County, Georgia region, led by Pastor Phillip Nelms. Please visit www.facebook.com/rcfworld for further information. This ministry is dependent upon the generous financial support of our partners. If you have been blessed by this teaching, please consider sowing a financial seed using the PayPal link below, and thank you for partnering with this ministry through your fai ...
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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
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Enchanted: The History of Magic & Witchcraft brings you the most fascinating stories from the history of all things magical. Produced and hosted by an award-winning historian, episodes of Enchanted feature atmospheric music, dramatic performances, in-depth historical analysis, and a deep connection to the people and events that shaped the past. New episode on the first Friday of every month.
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The Lavender Menace

Renaissance & Sunny

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Two overly online nonbinary lesbian communists of color (with gaylor tendencies) spew their opinions on pop culture and media via a three part comedy variety show: first, a discussion of a listener submitted hot take. Second, analyzing a piece of media we've both consumed together. And third, recommending books/movies/TV/music/etc. to each other. Renaissance is the film stan twitter user, and Sunny is the booktuber. We think we are hilarious and have the correct opinions, and we hope you can ...
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A podcast tracing the development of theatre from ancient Greece to the present day through the places and people who made theatre happen. More than just dates and lists of plays we'll learn about the social. political and historical context that fostered the creation of dramatic art.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mewz is sharing the people and places across Kentucky that inspire and amuse. Visit our full website at mewzkycom.wordpress.com to find out how to book the artists you hear on the podcast plus where to eat, listen and shop locally and a directory of upcoming festivals and more....
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This podcast examines the extraordinary collection of 16th and 17th century tapestries in the Vatican collection, many of which were designed by Raphael and his workshop. It also looks at the amazing array of geographical maps of Italian territories and Papal dominions in Renaissance Italy that cover more than a football field of wall space!…
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Henry Beaufort is rarely the most famous Beaufort, but he may have been the most influential. A son of John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford, Beaufort took a different path from his more rebellious relatives. As Bishop of Winchester and later a cardinal, he became the wealthiest churchman in England and a crucial financial backer of the Lancastrian …
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"A jack of all trades is a master of none... but oftentimes better than the master of one." When this quote is repeated, the second half is often left out. While specialization is valuable, having varied skills and interests can be incredibly powerful. Today's guest, Edosa Osemwedgie, is someone who has decided to pursue his many passions concurren…
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In this episode, we explore the second Sikh-Mughal conflict of 1634, centered on Bibi Kaulan, a woman who boldly embraced Sikhi. Discover how Guru Hargobind and the Sikhs fought not just battles, but for the right of an individual to follow their conscience. Hear the daring, nonchalant, and rebellious spirit of the Guru as he challenged oppressive …
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For our final Renaissance Minds podcast episode of 2025, we were delighted to spotlight the co-founders of CulturaPaths, Riccardo Riboni and Viola Migliori, the visionaries behind an innovative Milan-based roots tourism company that blends in-depth genealogical research with fully customized travel experiences. Leveraging Italy's unique distinction…
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“Egypt and the Promise of Refuge” is a Christmas sermon rooted in Matthew 2 that centers the nativity story on displacement, protection, and survival. Rather than treating the flight into Egypt as a minor detail, the message focuses on Jesus entering the world as a child threatened by political violence and preserved through refuge. Through a close…
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Music from: Opal & Jade: Off-Colored Treasures, Bocca Musica, Limey Birds, The Spice Boys, The Interpreters, Arthur Greenleaf Holmes, In Our Cups, Opal & Jade: Off-Colored Treasures VISIT OUR SPONSORS RESCU https://RESCU.org The 23 Patrons of the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/RenFestPodcast SONGS Song 01: Christmas Specials by Opal & Jade: Off-Co…
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Pastor Nelms teaches on studying the revelation and instruction provided through the spiritual generals that have gone before us, so that we can build upon the revelation that was sent from the Holy Spirit through these mighty men of faith. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/renaissance-school-of-the-spirit--324160…
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Send us a text Love Who You Are While You Become Who You’re Meant To Be 💛 Remember to love the version of yourself that exists right now, even as you work toward who you’re becoming. Every stage of you is a necessary chapter in your success story. When you pause and reflect, you finally see how far you’ve traveled — something easy to miss while you…
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The Sforza Altarpiece (Pala Sforzesca) is among the single most important works of art commissioned by Ludovico il Moro. Through this painting, we can trace both the heavy religious history of Milan and the dynastic ambitions of the Sforza court. By investigating this painting, we can further understand the atmosphere leading to the decline of Sfor…
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What does it mean to live a soul-led, Renaissance life? In this episode, music producer & creator Victoriya joins me for a conversation about unlearning cultural scripts, trusting your inner voice, and building an authentic, multi-passionate life. We explore creativity, wellness, identity, lifestyle design, and returning to the person you were alwa…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss all the NBA teams through updated power rankings (3:16). Then, Chris Ryan and Craig Horlbeck join to talk about their favorite NFL teams and the playoff picture (01:38:38). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Chris Ryan, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo …
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2026. Here already. It didn’t seem like a moment ago when even the thought of the year 2026 seemed sooo far away, so off into the future that it didn’t even really bear thinking about. And yet, here it is. Back in the 12th Century, the German mystic and abbess, Hildegard of Bingen said that you create the world around you with your thoughts. She ha…
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At the Tudor court, Twelfth Night was more than the end of Christmas. Using specific recorded celebrations from across the sixteenth century, this minicast explores how plays, masques, tournaments, dancing, and banquets were used to perform power at court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Ravens miss the game-winning field goal against the Steelers to recap Week 18 (2:26). Then, they guess the lines for Round 1 before ending with Parent Corner (01:02:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by …
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Episode 199: The line I have used for the title of today’s episode is spoken by Feste the fool, a central character in ‘Twelfth Night’. Fools have already played significant roles in Shakespeare’s previous plays and as you will hear there are possible connections between them and Feste, but significant as he is, and fools will be in forthcoming Sha…
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We are back from our Holiday Break with a completely normal episode. Nothing strange happens and it's very much on-the-rails the whole time. Oh, and Ashly and Mort are here. Check out their podcast Rebrand! Support the show, get behind-the-scenes episodes, and submit item/npc names by joining our Patreon! Guest Murderer Ashly Burch & Mort Burke You…
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Henry VIII is famous for executions, but he did issue pardons; rarely, strategically, and always on his own terms. Starting with the pardon of Geoffrey Pole in 1539, this minicast explores who Henry spared, who he didn’t, and what mercy really meant under the Tudors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In 1785, a scandal broke that would captivate all of Europe, destroy reputations, and help light the fuse of revolution. At its center stood three remarkable figures: an ambitious con artist who claimed royal blood, a desperate prince of the church, and a flamboyant mystic. This episode brings you the story of Count Alessandro di Cagliostro and the…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Peter Schrager and Joe House to talk about the NFL MVP race before making their Ringer 107 picks (3:06). Then, Sean Fennessey joins the pod to discuss Bill’s 21 best sports movies of the 21st century (01:22:47). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Peter Schrager, Joe House, and Sean Fennessey Producers: Chia Hao Tat an…
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This episode uncovers a largely ignored story in Sikh history and contemporary experience: Brahmins who embraced Sikhi and faced betrayal, ostracism, and persecution from their own communities. From Guru Nanak to Guru Gobind Singh, high-caste individuals chose spiritual truth over social safety, paying a steep price for conscience and conviction. A…
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This episode explores the majestic Belvedere Courtyard, which was designed by Donato Bramante at the beginning of the 16th century. It also examines the 18th-century Pio Clementino Museum which houses ancient Greek and Roman sculptural masterpieces such as the Laocoön, Apollo Belvedere, and the Belvedere Torso.…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss Jokic’s injury, the Clippers’ resurgence, and more before jumping into an NBA mailbag to answer some questions (3:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Isaiah Blakely, and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don’t settle for just any ins…
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When you step into the Great Hall at Hampton Court Palace, the walls tell a story. In this minicast, we explore Henry VIII’s Abraham tapestries: vast, expensive works of art that doubled as political messaging. Woven in the 1540s, these biblical scenes weren’t just decoration. They reinforced Henry’s claims to religious authority, dynastic legitima…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the 49ers take down the Bears on Sunday night to recap Week 17 of the NFL season (2:35). Then, they guess the lines for Week 18 before ending with Parent Corner (01:03:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more at https://linkedin.com/…
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Because it’s Christmas Eve, I’m taking the day to be with family. In place of something new, this episode brings together several Christmas and wintertime Tudor stories from past years in one long, easy listen. These episodes explore how Christmas was celebrated in Tudor England - the traditions, food, faith, music, and rhythms of the season. Perfe…
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While more than 7 million people visit the Vatican Museums each year, few of them realize there is much more to this extraordinary collection than just the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel. The Pinacoteca, or "painting gallery," of the Vatican Museums opened in 1932 and includes masterpieces by Giotto, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, an…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to check in on teams around the NBA before discussing the players that are better than you think, how the Celtics are similar to last season's Pacers, and more (3:17). Then, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (01:37:03). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tim Legler and Joe House Pr…
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This episode features a live Tudorcon talk by Terry Jones, longtime docent at Agecroft Hall, exploring how jewelry functioned in Tudor and early Stuart England. From pearls and signet rings to portrait jewels and the Order of the Garter, this talk looks at how men and women used jewelry to signal power, identity, loyalty, and belief. Recorded live,…
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In 1602, Elizabeth I wrote a formal letter to the Emperor of China, hoping to open peaceful trade between their two realms. The letter was sent with an English explorer attempting to reach China via the Northwest Passage. He never made it. The minicast stayed in England for centuries, was once used to line a farm’s bran bin, and was not finally del…
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after Drake Maye and the Patriots take down the Ravens to recap Week 16 of the NFL season (2:15). Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 17 and react to the Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight before ending with Parent Corner (58:31). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat an…
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Episode 198: As Ben Jonson was writing ‘The Poetaster’ in 1601 the Elizabethan age was drawing to a close. Elizabeth would live until March 1603, but by 1601 any hope of a natural heir was long past and her court and councillors were playing a waiting game and with different degrees of secrecy were trying to manipulate the situation over the access…
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In this episode, we uncover the story of Gangu Brahmin, who initially adopted Sikhi not out of faith but to exploit Sikhs for personal gain. When Guru Gobind Singh Ji saw through his deceit, Gangu regressed back into the Hindu faith, enraged by his exposure. Humiliated, he later struck back in an act of vengeance against the Guru’s family, driven b…
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Yesterday we chatted about how crimes were solved. Today, we look at convictions. What happened after conviction in Tudor England? This minicast looks at how punishment worked through shame, visibility, and public order, from the stocks and church penance to execution and royal mercy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Are white queers entitled about their history and culture? Can femmes be nonbinary? And other pressing questions that our listeners, patrons, and substack subscribers have submitted to us... (Email us your hot takes at [email protected]!!!) Queer history is so so so important and most gay people do not know enough of it! The Persis…
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