Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo
Artwork

Content provided by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

History of Cambridge

1:07:24
 
Share
 

Manage episode 356564607 series 2943385
Content provided by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

From its esteemed position in political history to its thriving cultural scene, Cambridge has something for everyone. In this episode, we'll take you on a journey through five categories that showcase the city's unique heritage:

  • Politics & War: Discover how Cambridge played a key role in British politics and produced 14 prime ministers. Plus, a gruesome artefact of another leader...
  • Culture: a major influence on British comedy and sport.
  • Science and Industry: Cambridge is home to some of the most important scientific discoveries in history, which are celebrated in a range of world-class museums and institutions.
  • Urban Landscape: Cambridge is a city dominated by university buildings that represent nearly all styles of architecture to be found in Britain. We'll take a closer look at some of the city's most iconic landmarks and how the university shaped its urban landscape.
  • Reality vs expectations. How does Cambridge match up to its fame?

Comments and feedback are always welcome on our website yeoldeguide.com or on Twitter @yeoldeguide.

Join us for an insightful and entertaining journey through the history of Cambridge!

Send us a text

  continue reading

32 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 356564607 series 2943385
Content provided by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Daniel Gooch and Liam McGrath, Daniel Gooch, and Liam McGrath or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

From its esteemed position in political history to its thriving cultural scene, Cambridge has something for everyone. In this episode, we'll take you on a journey through five categories that showcase the city's unique heritage:

  • Politics & War: Discover how Cambridge played a key role in British politics and produced 14 prime ministers. Plus, a gruesome artefact of another leader...
  • Culture: a major influence on British comedy and sport.
  • Science and Industry: Cambridge is home to some of the most important scientific discoveries in history, which are celebrated in a range of world-class museums and institutions.
  • Urban Landscape: Cambridge is a city dominated by university buildings that represent nearly all styles of architecture to be found in Britain. We'll take a closer look at some of the city's most iconic landmarks and how the university shaped its urban landscape.
  • Reality vs expectations. How does Cambridge match up to its fame?

Comments and feedback are always welcome on our website yeoldeguide.com or on Twitter @yeoldeguide.

Join us for an insightful and entertaining journey through the history of Cambridge!

Send us a text

  continue reading

32 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Listen to this show while you explore
Play