Best Louvre Podcasts (2025)

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A very deep dive into the Louvre museum 36:46

6d ago36:46

36:46

Let's visit the Louvre with author Elaine Sciolino. Today, we chat about her upcoming book Adventures in the Louvre: How to Fall in Love with the World’s Greatest Museum. The book pulls back the curtain on a building many think they know, but which still contains endless secrets and untold stories. And if you think you recognise Elaine’s name and v…

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Macron’s €800m Louvre revamp explained and full speed ahead for rural France 36:50

18d ago36:50

36:50

This week we'll examine the French President's planned multi-million euro revamp of the world famous Louvre gallery in Paris and also… why is Emmanuel Macron even getting involved in museum refurbishments anyway? We'll also discuss the end of the internet in France, well not quite, but there are major changes afoot that listeners should be aware of…

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Artists in Gaza respond to the ceasefire, Cimabue at the Louvre, a Baroque printmaking family 1:00:08

23d ago1:00:08

1:00:08

The Art Newspaper’s correspondent for the Middle East, Sarvy Geranpayeh, has been reporting on the effect of Israel’s military bombardment of Gaza on artists and art workers there since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas conflict in 2023. In the wake of the three-stage ceasefire that began last Sunday, she has returned to those she has spoken to ove…

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Underrated or overrated? A Paris expert's top ten 24:38

44m ago24:38

24:38

Today we take a list of ten very popular things to do in Paris. And then Marie Segura, the co-founder of the My Private Paris tour agency, breaks them down into underrated or overrated. Here are Paris insights from an expert, to help you plan your next trip. Enjoy! My Private Paris is a local deluxe agency, crafting itineraries for tours in Paris a…

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395b Monet's Passion; The French House; Marrying Into Italy 52:00

1d ago52:00

52:00

Coming soon. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.By Rick Steves

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Anselm Kiefer, Hoor al Qasimi on Sharjah, a Picasso Blue Period mystery 1:14:45

2d ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Next month, the German artist Anselm Kiefer will be 80, and the first of a number of shows internationally to mark this landmark moment opened this week at the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, UK. It focuses on his early works, and Ben Luke visits Oxford to discuss this pivotal moment in his career with Lena Fritsch, the curator of the exhibition. The lat…

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What does it mean to be French and how will France's budget impact you? 33:29

3d ago33:29

33:29

On the menu for this week we'll start off by talking about France's new highly intelligent cat, which Emmanual Macron is hoping will rule the world. Don't worry, we'll explain what I'm on about shortly. We'll also delve into France's new budget and explain how listeners will be impacted by some of the measures, including why you'll have to pay more…

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782 Prague vs. Budapest; What's New in Lisbon 52:00

8d ago52:00

52:00

This week we explore three of the most charming — and most popular — of Europe's Old World cities: Two tour guides get cheeky as they make the case for which of their own hometowns — Prague or Budapest — offer the best experiences for visitors with limited time in central Europe. And expert locals catch us up on changes afoot in Lisbon, offering st…

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Trump tariffs and Zona Maco in Mexico, India Art Fair, and American photography at the Rijksmuseum 56:56

9d ago56:56

56:56

Last weekend, the US President Donald Trump signed executive orders placing 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which were due to take effect on Tuesday. But at the last minute, the tariffs were postponed, at least for a month. Inevitably, though, the talk of a trade war set nerves jangling at Zona Maco, the art fair in Mexico City, which open…

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The French mineral water scandal, Alps travel headaches and solving 'tu' versus 'vous' 36:17

10d ago36:17

36:17

On the bill this week, we get the latest on the forecast for how long the French PM will last as he tries to navigate the government through evermore turbulent waters. And speaking of water we'll also hear about a potentially huge scandal involving French eau mineral - or mineral water. We'll look at potential problems for the thousands of skiers h…

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Stained-glass windows and France's gothic churches 33:04

13d ago33:04

33:04

It's time for a day of stained glass windows and gothic churches, featuring a visit to three key churches and cathedrals. We begin this day trip with Chartres, a little town to the south west of Paris. Trusty tour guide Bertrand d’Aleman, from award-winning travel company My Private Paris, explains how we're in the midst of a gothic church (and sta…

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781 Potsdam; Emperor of Rome; On the Hippie Trail 52:00

15d ago52:00

52:00

We hear why the city of Potsdam — home to elegant Prussian palaces and parklands, all in quick reach of central Berlin — is worth a day's visit. Then we get a sense of what life was really like for the emperors of ancient Rome, with the help of classicist Mary Beard. And we travel back to 1978 with Rick and his longtime buddy Gene Openshaw as they …

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Peter Hujar, Gregg Bordowitz and Rotimi Fani-Kayode: art and the Aids struggle 1:14:51

16d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

Peter Hujar, Gregg Bordowitz and Rotimi Fani-Kayode are three artists whose work reflects in different ways on the Aids crisis that has devastated communities across the world since the 1980s. Hujar, who died from Aids-related pneumonia in 1987, is the subject of a new show at Raven Row in London, the largest to date at a UK gallery. Host Ben Luke …

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Demystifying opera in Paris with a soprano superstar 39:32

20d ago39:32

39:32

This week The Earful Tower is going to the opera. To prepare, I talked to superstar Australian soprano Siobhan Stagg, who is in Paris to perform in Orlando at the Théâtre du Châtelet. She helped me to demystify the opera. Find Siobhan Stagg on Instagram to follow her artistic adventures - and find her on Spotify here. Want more from The Earful Towe…

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602a How Berlin Remembers; Turkish Delights; Travel to Bhutan 52:00

22d ago52:00

52:00

Two German tour guides let us in on the back story behind Berlin's most memorable monuments to their country's turbulent history. Then two Turks tuck into a discussion of the traditional Turkish street eats, comfort foods, and desserts they recommend for a tasty visit to Istanbul. And an American who met — then married — a local artist in Bhutan sh…

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Why France must act to avoid being ‘crushed’ and French census stirs anger 32:26

25d ago32:26

32:26

Donald Trump is back and his mate Elon Musk is doing a lot of talking and gesticulating, but the pair have been fairly quiet about France... so far. We'll examine whether Emmanual Macron has managed to befriend and becalm them or if Trump and co will "crush" France and Europe as the French PM has warned. On a slightly less worrying subject we'll ex…

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Saying goodbye to the US ambassador to France 30:19

28d ago30:19

30:19

We filmed a "viral" video with the US ambassador to France, Denise Bauer, in her official residence in Paris. This episode is a behind-the-scenes from the video, plus a general chat about what has been going on here at The Earful Tower. Mentioned in this episode: Our YouTube video The fascinating Pamela Harriman Lina's "Scoop du jour" column (read …

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780 Miami Getaway; Scottish Icons; Robert Burns Night 52:00

29d ago52:00

52:00

Travel Channel host Oneika Raymond recommends her favorite Miami neighborhoods to explore on a sunny getaway. Then friends from Scotland discuss the uniquely Scottish cultural icons that reinforce the small nation's strong sense of identity. And just in time for Burns Night, Perthshire-based troubadour Jim Malcolm explains what Robert Burns' poetry…

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Los Angeles wildfires, World Monuments Fund’s watch list, Katsushika Hokusai 58:58

1M ago58:58

58:58

This week: the Los Angeles wildfires. The Art Newspaper’s West Coast contributing editor in LA, Jori Finkel, tells our associate digital editor, Alexander Morrison, about the devastation in Southern California, and its effect on artists and institutions. The World Monuments Fund (WMF), the independent organisation devoted to safeguarding global her…

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Will pensioners bring down France and why the 'office de tourisme' is dying out? 28:49

1M ago28:49

28:49

This week we'll find out why pensioners are to blame for all of France's problems, well not quite, but they are perhaps to blame for all the new prime minister's troubles. We'll also examine some major travel changes for south west France at a time that could spell both bad and good news for residents there. We'll get to the bottom of a new driving…

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Ten things I've learnt from my 10 years in Paris 35:01

1M ago35:01

35:01

This week has been full of reflections as I celebrated my ten year anniversary of moving to Paris. Life has changed dramatically in those ten years and building the Earful Tower has been a major part of that. Little did I know, all those years ago, how much I had to learn about this beautiful, complicated city. It felt only right to contemplate upo…

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779 Bristol; Barcelona; Bruges 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

Consider three distinctly different styles of historic European cities as we hear how Bristol has transformed itself from an industrial and maritime powerhouse into a creative center for the southwest of England — and how it rewards visitors who set aside at least a day for this city just a half-hour from well-touristed Bath. Then learn from a loca…

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The Year Ahead 2025: market predictions, the big shows and openings 1:19:34

1M ago1:19:34

1:19:34

A 2025 preview: Georgina Adam, our editor-at-large, tells host Ben Luke what might lie ahead for the market. And Ben is joined by Jane Morris, editor-at-large, and Gareth Harris, chief contributing editor, to select the big museum openings, biennials and exhibitions. All shows discussed are in The Art Newspaper's The Year Ahead 2025, priced £14.99 …

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Why driving in France has got complicated and the 12 moans that explain the French 41:43

1M ago41:43

41:43

This week we bring you all the latest on some big changes in France for drivers and look at where in the country you’ll wait the longest for a response from your prefecture. We will of course bring you the latest on the plight of France’s latest government and remind you who the PM is these days. We also explain the 12 Gallic complaints you’ll need…

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Paris Bucket List: Things to do in 2025 27:36

1M ago27:36

27:36

IT'S BACK AGAIN! Every year we make a bucket list of things we want to try for the first time in Paris. In this episode, you'll hear Oliver and Lina sharing their top five things they want to do this year in Paris. Why not write your own list and join us? The full list is on our official website here. This season of The Earful Tower is brought to y…

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778 Pura Vida; Morocco's Best Cities; More Travel Pursuits 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

The author of a guidebook to Costa Rica discusses what the phrase "pura vida" conveys amid the tropical abundance of her adopted Central American eco-paradise. Then a Morocco expert and fellow guidebook writer recommends the best cities for immersing yourself in the Old World atmosphere of Morocco's intimate, car-free medina neighborhoods. And fell…

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What to expect in France in 2025 from new laws to major travel changes 27:40

2M ago27:40

27:40

This special episode is dedicated entirely to looking ahead so you know a little about what to expect in France in 2025. We'll try and answer some of the big questions about what lies ahead. Such as... How many Prime Ministers will France have in 2025? More or less than the 4 it had in 2024? We'll also look at whether there will be more elections t…

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Sylvan Esso: Their Songwriting Routines, “Hey Mami”, the Durham Scene, and Creative Surprises 39:55

2M ago39:55

39:55

Ten years ago, Nick Sanborn & Amelia Meath (Sylvan Esso) exploded onto the indie music scene with their unique electro-pop sound and mysterious aura. Since then, they’ve played some of the biggest stages in the world and have even created their own record label in their adopted hometown of Durham, NC. In this conversation, Nick and Amelia reflect o…

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Should you visit Paris in the winter? 31:55

2M ago31:55

31:55

Short answer: yes. Paris is worth visiting in the winter months. In this episode, Oliver and Lina explain why, based on their combined 22 winters in Paris. Mentioned in this episode: Ice Skating at the Grand Palais A chat with Chef Tony Xu from Shang Palace (see our video here) The Petit Palais museum At the end you'll hear from Marie Segura from M…

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777 History of the Snowman; Visiting the Vatican; Champagne; Edinburgh New Year's 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

The "world's leading snowman expert" joins Rick to explore the somewhat dark — and certainly cold — origins of the tradition of building snowmen, and what Frosty and his ilk have come to mean across different societies. Then two Rome-based tour guides unpack some of the cultural treasures crammed into the world's tiniest country, while sharing tips…

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Ron Howard: Reinventing Himself After Child Fame, Henry Fonda’s Advice, and His New Sydney Sweeney Film 'Eden' 1:01:14

2M ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Ron Howard, the Oscar-winning director behind films like 'Apollo 13' and 'A Beautiful Mind,' sits down with Guy to discuss his remarkable journey from child actor to Hollywood heavyweight. Ron’s latest documentary – “Jim Henson: Idea Man” – about the creator of the Muppets, is available now on Disney Plus. Links from the Show: Ron playing Opie on T…

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Can you get by in France without French and why does the government spend so much? 26:31

2M ago26:31

26:31

In this special episode of Talking France in which we answer some questions about France from listeners of the podcast and readers of The Local. These questions will cover everything from whether Donald Trump being back in the White House means Marine Le Pen will soon be in Macron’s house - the Elysee palace. We’ll answer a question on how could Fr…

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Visiting the Vaux-le-Vicomte chateau 25:47

2M ago25:47

25:47

It's time for a day trip to Vaux-le-Vicomte! This week, I'll show you how to visit the magnificent chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte with Bertrand d’Aleman from award-winning travel company My Private Paris. We took a private van from Paris, then spent half a day exploring the chateau and its grounds. This was a family-friendly visit (two families on board!)…

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698a Ready for Christmas Near and Far; Wassailing 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Rick gathers some old friends to hear about their childhood Christmases in Spain, Italy, and New Mexico. Then he brings in more friends to describe what you're likely to find this time of year in Austria, Australia, Japan…and Antarctica. Plus, a Brit from Bath explains how the English tradition of wassailing developed as a way to guarantee a good a…

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2024 in review: the biggest stories and the best shows 1:22:24

2M ago1:22:24

1:22:24

It is the final episode of 2024 and so, as always, we review the year, looking at the top stories, the big issues and the best art. Host Ben Luke is joined by The Art Newspaper’s contemporary art correspondent, Louisa Buck, our art market editor, Kabir Jhala, and Ben Sutton, our editor in the Americas. Under discussion, among much else: the growing…

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How long will new French PM last and what to expect in France this Christmas? 28:46

2M ago28:46

28:46

France has a new Prime Minister, just in time for the New Year, but how long will he last for in 2025? France does have a PM but will it get a new government in time for Christmas? A lot has happened in French politics since last week and there’s a lot more that will happen before the end of the year so we’ll break it all down for you. Away from po…

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Tyler Perry's TV and Film Empire Grew Out of a Single Act of Forgiveness 57:40

2M ago57:40

57:40

Actor, filmmaker, and playwright Tyler Perry is one of the most prolific and prosperous entertainers of his generation. Despite growing up in New Orleans with little money, no connections, and few entertainment role models, Tyler went on to build a billion-dollar business – totally bypassing Hollywood gatekeepers in the process. How did he do it? A…

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Hidden Gems: 5 Underrated Museums in Paris 28:31

2M ago28:31

28:31

Paris is home to over 100 museums, from world-renowned art galleries to quirky, hidden gems. In this episode, we highlight 5 underrated museums you won’t want to miss, each offering a unique glimpse into Parisian history and culture. Discover the Bibliothèque Nationale Richelieu, where centuries of knowledge await. This historic library houses trea…

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776 Bulgarian Christmas; What's New in Istanbul; Eight Flavors in the Pantry 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Old World traditions — fasting, feasting, incense, and song — make Bulgaria's Christmas season special, and tour guide Stefan Bozadzhiev invites us to imagine it with him. Then an Istanbul guide updates us on the latest big news in Turkey's cultural capital, and a culinary historian inspires us to peruse our spice racks as she discusses the often s…

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Carsten Höller, Takashi Murakami, Dia’s Echoes from the Borderlands 53:54

2M ago53:54

53:54

This week, three artist interviews: Carsten Höller on his book of games, Takashi Murakami on his new work, and Valeria Luiselli and Leo Heiblum on their Dia sound installation. Höller is the author of a book featuring 336 games that can be played alone, in pairs or in groups, without any props. He tells Ben Luke about art and play and his perennial…

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Will France get a Christmas truce and how speaking French affects your personality? 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

This week, we'll get the latest on the ongoing political crisis in France and President Emmanuel Macron's quest to find a government to run the country. Will he succeed in getting a Christmas truce? We'll find out who the winners and losers are from the fact that France has no 2025 budget and look at who might be to blame for the messy end of year …

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Kelly Clarkson: The Pop Music Megastar on American Idol, Her Album “Chemistry,” and Her Emmy Award-Winning TV Talk Show (2023) 57:10

2M ago57:10

57:10

Kelly Clarkson won the first season of American Idol in 2002, released her chart-topping single “A Moment Like This” the same year, and almost instantly became a music megastar. Kelly talks to Guy about the hardships of her early life, and how they helped motivate her towards success, the personal story of heartbreak while making her album “Chemist…

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