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. more

Starting in Florence in the 14th century, a new era began to emerge in the West. People like Petrarch, who re-discovered Cicero's lost letters, and the new humanists - who valued the study of classical antiquity - ushered in a rebirth, or as we know it today, a 'renaissance' - in the study of the arts, the sciences, philosophy, and the theatre. They rediscovered what it meant to be human. more

Il racconto nitido del Medioevo e del Rinascimento a un pubblico non scientifico. Una lettura trasversale su percorsi interdisciplinari affiancati alla musica, attraversando l'entusiasmante stagione della monodia per giungere al trionfo dell'esperienza polifonica. Il tutto con proposte d'ascolto, novità discografiche, recensioni librarie e incontri con i protagonisti, sia attraverso interviste sia come ospiti in studio. more

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. more

A weekly podcast of Renaissance and Celtic music and Renaissance entertainment for fans of Renaissance Festivals around the world more

The Medici might not have the decadent drama of the Borgias, but they took center stage in the story of the formation of the modern Western world, from helping mold the Renaissance to trying to quell the Protestant Reformation to sponsoring and then trying to help shut up Galileo. This podcast looks at the story of the Medici and that of the fractured, tumultuous Italy they carved out a place in. Join us to see how a clan of middle-class bankers would up joining the ranks of European royalty and leaving a mark on the world.Website: https://medicipodcast.com/Venmo: @ Chad-Denton-15 more

Un luogo d'incontro per chi ama l'arte e vuole scoprirne la storia e i segreti.

Home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare materials. Advancing knowledge and the arts. Discover it all at www.folger.edu. Shakespeare turns up in the most interesting places—not just literature and the stage, but science and social history as well. Our 'Shakespeare Unlimited' podcast explores the fascinating and varied connections between Shakespeare, his works, and the world around us. more

The show dedicated to revealing the plays of William Shakespeare as tasty entertainment for today's hungry audience. Be you actor or observer, this show offers a fresh look at some very old goods. more

Ever wanted to read Dante's Divine Comedy? Come along with us! We're not lost in the scholarly weeds. (Mostly.) We're strolling through the greatest work (to date) of Western literature. Join me, Mark Scarbrough, as I take on this masterpiece passage by passage. I'll give you my rough English translation, show you some of the interpretive knots in the lines, let you in on the 700 years of commentary, and connect Dante's work to our modern world. The pilgrim comes awake in a dark wood, then walks across the known universe. New episodes every Sunday and Wednesday. more

Hosted by Cassidy Cash, That Shakespeare Life takes you behind the curtain and into the real life of William Shakespeare. Get bonus episodes on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Middle Ages—a time often dismissed, yet it is the crucible where the foundations of our modern world were forged. This era, full of brutal power struggles, explosive change, and unexpected alliances, laid the borders, cultures, and traditions we live by today. Through relentless research and gripping storytelling, this podcast resurrects the forgotten world of our medieval ancestors, unraveling the tangled web of European, African, Islamic, and Asian forces that shaped our destiny. The modern world was never born in isolation—it was fought for, built, and connected across continents. more

From the earliest drama in English, to the closing of the theatres in 1642, there was a hell of a lot of drama produced - and a lot of it wasn't by Shakespeare. Apart from a few noble exceptions these plays are often passed over, ignored or simply unknown. This podcast presents full audio productions of the plays, fragmentary and extant, that shaped the theatrical world that shaped our dramatic history. more

The Lumen Christi Institute for Catholic Thought was founded by Catholic scholars at the University of Chicago in 1997 to bring the light of Christ and the Catholic intellectual and spiritual tradition to the secular academy and the general public. On this station we make available our many lectures and programs, as well as interviews with visiting scholars.To support our work, visit www.lumenchristi.org/donate more

Un programma che approfondisce temi d'attualità nel mondo dell'arte, con uno sguardo trasversale e multidisciplinare che dà la parola a storici dell'arte, artisti e conservatori, scrittori e critici, per parlare di artisti, opere d'arte, musei e nuovi linguaggi artistici. Ogni settimana l'inserto dedicato a una mostra scelta dalla redazione e raccontata dai curatori. E una selezione di notizie e segnalazioni di inaugurazioni da non perdere. more

Passion Modernistes vous propose des interviews de jeunes historiens qui travaillent sur l'histoire moderne, une période historique qui va de la Renaissance jusqu'à la Révolution française.Podcast créé par Fanny Cohen Moreau depuis janvier 2019Retrouvez le podcast sur Twitter et Facebook more

The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines that make Shakespeare so memorable. In the end, we will cover every play The Bard wrote, thus permitting an ongoing contemplation and celebration of the most important writer of all time. Join us.The Play's the Thing is presented by The CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Podcast che ripercorre la lunga e complessa storia italiana, da Costantino fino ai nostri giorni, passando per il tardo impero, la tarda antichità, l'alto medioevo, l'Italia dei comuni e delle signorie, il rinascimento, i secoli delle dominazioni spagnola, francese e austriaca, il Regno e la Repubblica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

I invite you to experience the odyssey, by accompanying me as I discuss each canto. My book, Dante's Divine Comedy: A Guide For The Spiritual Journey, is published by Angelico Press for the 700th anniversary of Dante's death on 13th September 2021. For more information see - www.markvernon.com more