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EUROPHILE

Join friends Kate Walker and Catherine Roehre as they chat, laugh, and learn together in Europhile - a podcast encompassing Europe and its appeal, cultural nuances, lifestyles, histories, figures, and any other topic that sparks their interest!

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00:39:08

Episode 28 - Greece - Maria Callas

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2021/04/29

Coucou everyone! Please meet the voice and face of an angel...Maria Callas! Cat tells Kate about her career and personal life, one of which soared while the other tragically floundered. Then, Kate tells us how to cast the Evil Eye, and what to do if one was cast on you. We recommend hexing one on bad parkers. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Maria Callas sources: Callas: A Documentary Maria Callas wiki Maria Callas’s tormented life revealed Maria Callas: 15 facts about the great

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00:56:47

Episode 27 - Great Britain - James Bond

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2021/04/22

Coucou everyone! James Bond. A perfectly boring name - according to Ian Fleming - for one of the most interesting literary/film characters in the 20th century! Kate tells Cat all about Ian Fleming, how James Bond came to be, James Bond themes, our favorite Bonds and our favorite Bond girls! Cat then goes loooooow brow with some juicy 'football' gossip. Grab your popcorn because this shit is juicy!!! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) James Bond sources: 007.com James Bond wiki Ian Fleming

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00:36:26

Episode 26 - Sweden - ABBA

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2021/04/15

Coucou everyone! Cat truly believes that if you don't like ABBA there is something seriously wrong with you...ABBA is a vibe!!! She tells Kate all about how the band got together, and how it all fell apart. Then, Kate tells Cat about the lovely Swedish bi-daily coffee break called "fika" - we all needs more breaks in life! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) ABBA sources: ABBA Mini-Documentary All Of The Drama And Heartache Behind ABBA’s Feel-Good Disco Hits A is for ABBA (BBC) Minitopic

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00:49:28

Episode 25 - Italy - Murder of Maurizio Gucci

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2021/04/01

Coucou everyone! We've been seeing those pictures of Lady Gaga galavanting around Italy as Patrizia Reggiani and Kate thought we must dive in to the true crime story of the Murder of Maurizio Gucci! Cat then tells Kate all about a fabulous casa in Capri - grab the limoncello! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Gucci sources: Daily Beast Gucci wiki Maurizio Gucci wiki Harper's Bazaar: House of Gucci Minitopic sources: Casa Malaparte: A House Like Me Casa Malaparte wiki Recommendations: Kate's

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00:39:03

Episode 24 - Germany - Grimm's Fairy Tales

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2021/03/25

Coucou everyone! This week Cat takes Kate to Germany and tells her about the creepy, non-Disney versions of fairy tales, and about the two brothers who took great care in making sure these tales would never be forgotten. Then, Kate makes us thirsty by telling the history of the biergarten. Prost! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) The Brothers Grimm sources: The dark and disturbing original stories behind your favourite Disney films 5 Facts About the Brothers Grimm Brothers Grimm wiki 11

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00:52:59

Episode 23 - Turkey - Kurt Seyt and Shura

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2021/03/18

Coucou everyone! Join us for the true story of a real Romeo and Juliet of Russia & Turkey, Kurt Seyt and Shura! This story has everything you could ever want - war, politics, centuries old grifts, religion, murder, star-crossed lovers, love, lust, and betrayal. Come join us for the true story of their love! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Kurt Seyt and Shura Sources: Kurt Seyit and Shura by Nevin Bezmen, 1992. Minitopic sources: The Fish-Peri Recommendations: Kate's Recommendation

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00:43:45

Episode 22 - Austria - Gustav Klimt

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2021/03/11

Coucou everyone! Come with us to Vienna, Austria as Catherine tells Kate all about the sexy, shy, commando-loving Gustav Klimt, his partner and fashion designer Emilie Louise Flöge, and the story of how five of his paintings found their way back to their original owners (FYI this part made the girls cry). Then, Kate enchants Catherine with the history of the waltz - swoon! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Gustav Klimt Sources: Gustav Klimt wiki 7 Things You Didn’t Know About Gustav

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00:47:09

Episode 21 - Spain - El Transito Synagogue with...

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2021/03/04

Coucou everyone! Our special guest Jennifer Cutrona comes on the pod to take us to Spain this week! She gives us the history of how Muslims, Christians, and Jews in Spain had influenced this very special building, El Transito Synagogue in Toledo. Jennifer is a consummate professional and is super knowledgable about architecture - just don't tell her all ancient ruins look alike.... Vámonos! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) El Transito Synagogue Sources: Sinagoga El Transito "El Transito"

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00:40:31

Episode 20 - Portugal via Angola - Queen Nzinga

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2021/02/25

Coucou everyone! This is our first episode that doesn't touch the continent of Europe but that doesn't make it any less important to European and World History! Today, we travel to present day Angola to discuss the relationship between Queen Nzinga and the Portuguese. A warrior, anti-imperialist, feminist, and possible (unconfirmed) Scorpio - Queen Nzinga had a tumultuous life full of twists and turns and never a dull moment. Pull up a human chair (don't do that) and have a listen! Don't forget to

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00:39:27

Episode 19 - England - Mary Seacole

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2021/02/18

Coucou everyone! Honestly, where to begin with Mary? Loving caretaker? Yes. Entrepreneurial spirit? Yes. World traveler? Yes. Zero fucks-giver? YES. Hear Cat tell all about this amazing woman! Then listen to Kate dish on desperate British noblemen and the American women who saved them aka Million Dollar Princesses. You're welcome! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Mary Seacole Sources: Mary Seacole wiki The History Chicks pod Mini topic sources: Weird History - Youtube

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00:42:32

Episode 18 - France - The Louvre

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2021/02/11

Coucou everyone! "But she's so tiny....." - Every tourist talking about Mona Lisa. This week, we go to Paris to talk all about the history of the Louvre! From a fortress to the palace/art museum we see today today, the Louvre had quite the glow up. Kate tells Catherine all about the museum's rich, lonnnnnng history. Then Catherine tells the tale of French Freedom fighter, Lucie Aubrac's amazing gumption and fortitude. But tell us, what's your favorite piece in the Louvre and why is it Mona

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00:44:45

Episode 17 - Greece - Sex and Beauty in Ancient Times

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2021/02/04

Coucou everyone! Let's talk about sex, babyyyy! This week, Catherine tells Kate all about sex, relationships, and beauty standards in Ancient Greece. While very freeing in some ways, there were also plenty of rules and caveats - especially when it came to women and the age of consent (are we surprised??). Then Kate tells Cat and the Isle of Lesbos and the infamous Poetess - Sappho. That's hot. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Sex in Ancient Greece Sources: 'Sex and the Constitution': the

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00:41:49

Episode 16 - Spain - Flamenco

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2021/01/28

Coucou everyone! OLÉ! This week Kate discusses the tumultuous and complicated relationship between Spain, fascism, tourism and Flamenco. Started by the Roma people in Spain, Flamenco has not had the easiest road of being recognized as a true Spanish art form. Then get your overripe tomatoes ready, as Catherine tells Kate all about the festival of the throwing of tomatoes, La Tomatina. Can you get the jamón??? Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Flamenco Sources: History of Flamenco Flamenco

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Episode 15 - Ireland - Pirate Queen Grania O'Malley

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2021/01/21

Coucou everyone! Come with us to the Emerald Isle of Ireland as Catherine tells Kate about a pirate queen who kicked her husband out of the house, chatted in Latin with Queen Elizabeth I, pillaged towns and ships, and fended off privateers while out at sea less than an hour after giving birth. Then Kate tells Cat about an Irish tradition called keening - a powerful cry sung at funerals and protests, and shares a darling Irish word. Now we're craving a Guinness. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram

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00:44:35

Episode 14 - France - Romain Gary with Emile Bertherat

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2021/01/07

Coucou everyone and happy 2021! We are thrilled to introduce our first guest - our favorite French friend Emile Bertherat! We caught up with Emile on how France handled 2020, and he taught us about renowned French novelist Romain Gary who lived an incredibly colorful life (to say the least!). Here's to a new year and to many more episodes with Emile! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Romain Gary Sources: 6 Things You May Not Know About Romain Gary Literature: the day Romain Gary said no to

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00:56:46

Episode 13 - Italy - Lucrezia Borgia

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2020/12/31

Coucou everyone! Called an incestuous murderesse, Lucrezia Borgia has been the center of many infamous stories and rumors swirling around the Borgia family. Kate tells Catherine all about if the rumors are true. Then Catherine regales Kate of the history of the Aperitivo in Italy - swoon! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Lucrezia Sources: Long Reads Lucrezia Borgia wiki Mini topic sources: The Old History of Aperitivo Aperitivo in Italy Marcus Gavius Apicius wiki Everything You Need to Know

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00:40:34

Episode 12 - Scotland - The Mysterious Death of Netta...

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2020/12/24

Coucou everyone! WARNING: this episode discusses themes of murder and death Come with us to blustery, beautiful Scotland! Catherine tells Kate about the heavenly isle of Iona and the mysterious circumstances surrounding a young occultist's death in the early 20th century. Then, Kate regales Catherine about the Massacre of Glencoe, and why the Campbell clan is forever cursed because of their dastardly deeds to the MacDonald clan. The gals wrap things up with a few Scottish stories of their own. Don't

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00:35:14

Episode 11 - Russia - Vodka

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2020/12/17

Coucou everyone & na zdorovie! We're cheer-sing to your health this episode with Russian Vodka! Kate tells Catherine all about the history of the importance of vodka to Russia and even how it had a hand in deciding Russia's official religion. Catherine then tells Kate the story about how the Matryoshka nesting dolls came to be! Da darling! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Vodka Sources: Russian Vodka: A History Vodka History Facts & Details Prohibition Mini topic sources: The

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00:44:13

Episode 10 - Denmark - Queen Caroline Mathilde

EUROPHILE ·

2020/12/10

Coucou everyone! Sign us up for dishing the sordid details of a steamy affair. Throw in a King, Queen and a revolutionary doctor? Yum. Cat tells Kate all about Queen Caroline Mathilde of Denmark and her lover Johann. Kate then informs Cat about the creepy, non-Disney version of The Little Mermaid. How morbid! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Queen Caroline Mathilde Sources: Rebecca Starr Brown - "Scandal, Divorce & Exile: The Legacy of CarolineMatilda" Noble Blood Podcast - Queen

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00:41:36

Episode 9 - Germany - Helmut Newton

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2020/12/03

Coucou everyone! Kate tells Cat all about the 'King of Kink', Helmut Newton and his rise to becoming a provocateur photographer of the ages! Cat then tells Kate about the roaring queer nightclub scene of Berlin pre-Nazi Germany. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram :) Helmut Newton Sources: American Suburb X The Art Story Helmut Newton Wiki Mini topic sources: LGBT Culture in Berlin wiki "A Peek Inside Berlin's Queer Club Scene Before Hitler Destroyed It" Recommendations: Kate's Recommendation -

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