Best Royal Academy Of Arts Podcasts (2025)

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268 - Royal Academy of Arts 12:48

27d ago12:48

12:48

One of the Art Museums most miss is the Royal Academy of Arts of which most is completely free. Let us tell you all about the history of this secret London nugget!

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271 - The Savoy Hotel 30:14

6d ago30:14

30:14

The Savoy is another one of those 5 Star Plus hotels that is known globally for its reputation. In this podcast we'll go back and look at the history of this exclusive hotel. Join us......

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The Futurists: Adam Pendleton and Yana Peel 30:23

7d ago30:23

30:23

How will the future of technology take shape in art? Artist Adam Pendleton has an unexpected view in this episode of CHANEL Connects. In the drawing room of La Pausa, he connects with Yana Peel, President of Arts, Culture & Heritage at CHANEL. They reflect on Pendleton’s exhibitions—including his recent show at the Hirshhorn and the acquisition of …

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270 - Southwark 19:26

13d ago19:26

19:26

This area of London covers some of the most iconic London landmarks, therefore it is almost the place where history started in London! Join us to find out more....

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Creative Ecology: Mauro Colagreco and Matthew Lutz-Kinoy 22:38

14d ago22:38

22:38

In this episode, listeners meet artist Matthew Lutz-Kinoy and Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, who is also a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. Colagreco’s culinary philosophy is rooted in his Argentine heritage and the local French countryside, with a celebrated restaurant located in the town next to La Pausa. Paris-based artist Lutz-Kinoy also dra…

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269 - Temple 11:29

20d ago11:29

11:29

Known to many as a stop on the Circle and District lines, there is more to Temple than many relise! Join us as we tell you more about this area by the side of the Thames....

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New Romantics: Lauren Collins and Gerard & Kelly 34:00

21d ago34:00

34:00

Lauren Collins, writer at The New Yorker, is well-versed in the art of storytelling. She connects with Gerard & Kelly, who evolved from romantic partners and collaborators into an established artist duo. The history of time and place has been a topic of exploration for all three, who connect at Gabrielle Chanel’s storied villa, La Pausa. Their conv…

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The Art of Performance: Francesca Hayward and Allison Katz 30:59

28d ago30:59

30:59

For episode two, ballerina Francesca Hayward connects with artist Allison Katz. Hayward’s rapid ascent to Principal Dancer of The Royal Ballet is testament to her exceptional talent and stage presence. Katz has also gained international recognition—her work explores memory across cultures and centuries and is held in the collection of Tate Modern i…

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267 - Camden Market 9:12

1M ago9:12

9:12

Seen as the place where pop culture in London happens, Camden Market is a collection of stalls and surprises for people visiting! Join us as we tell you the history of this extremely popular London place!

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In Search of Home: Lupita Nyong’o and Emanuele Coccia 27:14

1M ago27:14

27:14

Academy Award-winning actor and House ambassador Lupita Nyong’o connects with Emanuele Coccia, esteemed professor and author of ‘Philosophy of the Home’. The two explore different ideas of home: Coccia has moved over 40 times, while Nyong’o shares how her relationship to place was shaped in Kenya, Mexico and the US, and together they discuss how ‘h…

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CHANEL Connects Season 5 0:30

1M ago0:30

0:30

For Season 5, listeners are transported to La Pausa, Gabrielle Chanel’s "ideal Mediterranean villa" on the French Riviera. The new season features changemakers across disciplines: Academy Award-winning actor Lupita Nyong’o, Emanuele Coccia – philosopher and professor, Francesca Hayward of The Royal Ballet, artist Allison Katz, performance art duo G…

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266 - St James's Square 12:14

1M ago12:14

12:14

In the podcast we visit St James's Square which for a garden square in the middle of the West End of London doesn't get visited much. With history to go with the age of this square join us to find out more....

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265 - Little Venice 5:06

2M ago5:06

5:06

There in London some gems that just don't a look in. One of these is Little Venice where you could think you were in Amsterdam with the canal running in the middle of the road. Let us tell you all about it....

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264 - Brick Lane 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

In this podcast we go to East London and one of the most famous areas known for its amazing Curry Houses. Join us on Brick Lane for this and so much more.....

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263 - Sir Joseph W Bazalgette 8:17

2M ago8:17

8:17

Whilst a number of people have influenced London and how it is today, this is one person whose name you my not know but his work you will and it is iconic! Join us as we tell you about him....

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262 - Westminster Cathedral 9:55

2M ago9:55

9:55

Welcome to our look at the Cathedral and not the Abbey in Westminster. With incredible history and views this is a must see place to visit and we'll tell you more about it! Join us...

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261 - The History of Lundenwic 13:09

3M ago13:09

13:09

In this podcast we look at London but from way back in history and the Saxon times! Join us to find out more and the influence this part of history had on what we see today....

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260 - National Maritime Museum 6:29

3M ago6:29

6:29

The National Maritime Museum is not a museum many think of when they come to London, but steeped in history with artifacts from across the world this is one to be seen and to know more about in the wonderful area of Greenwich. Join us for more....

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259 - The Port of London 8:42

3M ago8:42

8:42

In this podcast we look at the Port of London the role it has played in history and continues to play now in London's day to day transport. Join us....

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258 - Worshipful Company of Mercers 7:11

3M ago7:11

7:11

In this podcast we investigate something made reference to all over the streets of London, The Worshipful Company of Mercers! What are they and what did they do - we'll tell you more in this podcast. Join us....

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257 - Shepherd Market 6:52

3M ago6:52

6:52

Mayfair is one of those London areas that has amazing houses and garden squares. Part of this area is Shepherd Market, which we'll look at in this podcast. Join us...

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256 - Shaftsbury Avenue 10:34

4M ago10:34

10:34

In this podcast we look at the street known as London's Theatre Street, Shaftsbury Aveune! Playing some of the worlds and London's top theatre, this is place to go for a great night out. In this podcast we'll tell you all about it!

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255 - The Victoria Embankment 10:08

4M ago10:08

10:08

In this podcast we look at a section by the side of the Thames opposite the London Eye, which hasn't always been there! So join us for a look at this area and why it is so important to London!

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254 - The Science Museum 10:26

4M ago10:26

10:26

One of London's big attractions is the Science Museum in South Kensington. In this podcast we look at what made it come to be. Join us for a scientific look at this popular museum...

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253 - Nelsons Column 8:49

4M ago8:49

8:49

Sitting proudly above Trafalgar Square is Lord Nelson, but why is he here and how did the statue come to be? Join us as we share this and more with you....

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252 - The Albert Memorial 9:23

5M ago9:23

9:23

The wonderful golden statue opposite the Royal Albert Hall, sits there gleaming in all weathers. Not many know the history of the statue and how it came to be. Join us as we tell you more.....

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251 - Savile Row 17:02

5M ago17:02

17:02

The street known as the Tailors Street is one of those places famous in history for clothing. In this podcast we delve deeper to see how it all came about. Join us.....

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250 - Stepney - Part 2 7:46

5M ago7:46

7:46

In this podcast we have our second and final look at Stepney, known worldwide from the nursery rhyme 'Oranges and Lemons,' for it's part in the early days of the East End. Join us as we share more with you....

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249 - Stepney - Part 1 11:17

5M ago11:17

11:17

In this podcast we look at Stepney, known worldwide from the nursery rhyme 'Oranges and Lemons,' for it's part in the early days of the East End. Join us as we share more with you....

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248 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 3 15:48

6M ago15:48

15:48

This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join us for part 3...

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247 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 2 15:44

6M ago15:44

15:44

This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join us for part 2...

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246 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 1 15:42

6M ago15:42

15:42

This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join us for part 1...

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245 - Greenwich Park 11:31

6M ago11:31

11:31

As one of the Royal Parks south of the Thames, Greenwich Park often gets forgotten but this podcast tells you so many reason why it shouldn't. Join us for a long history of this wonderful London green space....

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244 - Hungerford Bridge 7:57

7M ago7:57

7:57

Sandwiched between Westminster and Waterloo Bridge, this bridge give you a choice on which side you get fantastic London views! Hungerford Bridge to most is just a railway bridge taking passengers in and out of Charing Cross, but this is so much more.....

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243 - Thames Clippers 7:42

7M ago7:42

7:42

The Thames Clippers, speeding their way up and down the River Thames have become a normal sight for those in London, but a ride on them show the beauty and history that London offers. In this podcast we look at their history....

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242 - Fitzrovia - Part 2 11:19

7M ago11:19

11:19

This is one of those little gems in London often discovered by people getting off the main roads of Oxford Street & Regent Street! Once found Fitzrovia becomes a favourite with many. In this podcast we tell you more about the history of the area. Join us for more in our second part....

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241 - Fitzrovia - Part 1 10:04

7M ago10:04

10:04

This is one of those little gems in London often discovered by people getting off the main roads of Oxford Street & Regent Street! Once found Fitzrovia becomes a favourite with many. In this podcast we tell you more about the history of the area. Join us for more....

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240 - St Pancras 11:21

7M ago11:21

11:21

Many know St Pancras for the amazing station building that dominated the local skyline, but there is so much more to the area! Join us as we share more with you.....

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239 - Leslie Green 10:06

8M ago10:06

10:06

In this podcast we look at one of the names most associated with the design of stations in the Underground, a number of which are around today - Leslie Green. Join us as we share more with you.....

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238 - Vincent Square 10:12

8M ago10:12

10:12

Tucked away in Central London is London's largets privately owned, 13 acre square, with a private school attached to it. We'll have a look at the history of both in this podcast. Join us for more of London many don't know about....

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237 - The Blackwall Tunnel 15:28

9M ago15:28

15:28

There are many road crossings both over and under the Thames, but this one - The Blackwall Tunnel - is one of those known globally for it's traffic issues. In this podcast we look back at the history plus also to the future of the area! Join us....

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236 - Grosvenor Canal 9:32

9M ago9:32

9:32

London has had many rivers and streams passing through it, but these days it's the Thames that all you'd think of. In this podcast we look at one closed down river with it's history and why it closed. Join us to know more.....

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235 - Smithfield - Part 2 15:33

9M ago15:33

15:33

In this, the second of our podcasts on Smithfield, we take a good look at the market the area has become so famous for - from the start to present day! Join us as we share more with you....

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234 - Smithfield - Part 1 16:07

9M ago16:07

16:07

The Smithfield area of London joins the City of London with the West End, but not many knmow about the history of the area and the Royal connections! Join us as we tell you more....

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233 - The London Eye 10:20

10M ago10:20

10:20

In this podcast we lookm at a more modern London Landmark, but one that is the most popular - giving amazing London Views from pods on a large wheel, The London Eye! Join us as we tell you more....

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232 - River Fleet 9:44

10M ago9:44

9:44

In this podcast we look at the River Fleet. a piece of London that was essential for the Romans and Saxons but later covered up but shaped so much of London! Join us for it's history....

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231 - Holborn Viaduct 5:02

10M ago5:02

5:02

In this podcast we look at Holborn Viaduct, a small piece of road and a flyover that links the West End with the City of London Join us for it's history....

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230 - The Central Line - Part 2 14:51

10M ago14:51

14:51

In this, our second and final look at the Central Line, we take a look at the routes, the stations and the some of the proposed extensions along with the rolling stock! Join us as we tell you more....

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229 - The Central Line - Part 1 14:08

10M ago14:08

14:08

The London Underground has many lines all with their own history. The Central Line, the longest, the one coloured red and the one that goes from East to West and vice versa is travelled by millions each year. Lets tell you about the history....

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The Motivation Game! E: 326 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright 38:02

11M ago38:02

38:02

In the latest episode of Talking Flutes, hosts Jean-Paul and Clare Southworth take us on an enlightening journey through the realms of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, particularly in the context of musicianship. Whether you're a novice flute player or a seasoned professional, understanding what drives you is crucial to your growth and success. …

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