Rachel talks about the American Civil war and the effect it had on Christmas. The winter holiday wasn't always in favour and was even banned by the Pilgrims in the 1600s.  

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A Civil War Christmas

Michael tells Rachel the story of Siddhartha's journey towards becoming the Buddha or enlightened one. Rachel talks about Lama Itigilov, a monk who has been in a meditative state since 1927... or is just dead and well preserved.

The Tale of Siddhartha, plus Buddhist Mummies!

The first of my mini-episodes or "Art History Sips" Rachel gives an overview of the radical and innovative Gutai, a group of experimental artists from post WWII Japan. They played with material, performance, boundaries and much more. Music by mathgrant

Art History Sips: Gutai

The writer, the country girl, the fascist, the nazi, the communist and the duchess... ladies and gentlemen, the Mitford sisters! The Second half of our two part episode on this fascinating British family. We find out what happens to Unity and how the family copes during and after WWII. We learn about how the sisters produced many successful books later in life, and much more. We referenced many books in these episodes, here are a few- The Six:The Lives of the Mitford Sisters- Laura Thompson The Mitfords: Letters between Six Sisters- Charlotte Mosley The Pursuit of Love- Nancy Mitford Love in a Cold Climate- Nancy Mitford A Life of Contrasts- Diana Mitford Hons and Rebels- Jessica Mitford The American way of Death- Jessica Mitford 

The Mitford Sister Part 2

The writer, the country girl, the fascist, the nazi, the communist and the duchess... ladies and gentlemen, the Mitford sisters! In the mid 20th century this eccentric and charming brood was the talk of the European gossip rags. Join Rachel and Louise as they discuss what made Nancy, Pamela, Diana, Unity, Jessica and Deborah so scandalous and fascinating.  

The Mitford Sisters

During the 18th dynasty, the Pharaoh Akhenaten said goodbye to tradition and turned Egypt upside down. He created a new cult, which some refer to as the first monotheistic religion, a new capital and a whole new art style. Rachel and Rissy discuss how this shocked society and the ramifications of Ahkenaten's rule. The music I've used is actually probably from morocco, which is pretty off base. I found a cache of recordings from the 1920s and 1930s from northern Africa. I couldn't find anything specifically Egyptian in the free music archive that worked, but i still liked the feel of this song.

Akhenaten, The Heretic Pharaoh

Rachel and Erin compare the image of Richard the Lionheart, gallant hero king to the real dude. Was he actually a decent king? did he sleep with the king of France? Was the third crusade a success?  also... I'm sorry! I called Richard Henry by accident a couple times... too many Henrys...

Richard I a.k.a Dick the Lionheart

Rachel and Vikki discuss the hot debate over the Parthenon sculptures also known as the Elgin Marbles. Should they stay in the British Museum or should they go home to Athens?

Are the Parthenon Marbles homesick?

Rachel Lige and artist Chanel Bode discuss the high priestess of polka dots Yayoi Kusama and her infinity rooms. Chanel shares her recent experience of visiting the exhibition at the Broad gallery in LA. We also talk about repetition, obliteration, art and mental health and feelings of being a small polka dot in the universe while sipping on saki sangria. music by action davis.

Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Rooms

This week features an interview Rachel did with her mother, Canadian artist Sara McDonald. Sara discusses her artistic process, her art school experiences and her research and work with artists with developmental disabilities.  https://saramcdonald.ca/

Artist Talk with Sara McDonald

Rachel and Anne sip some Apothic Dark red wine and discuss some of the true stories behind American Horror Story. You don't not have to have seen the show to enjoy this podcast because we spend most of the time talking about real serial killers, legendary circus freaks, murder castles, celtic spirits and lethal nurses In part two we discuss seasons 4-6, Freak Show, Hotel and Roanoke. Correction= H.H. Holmes' murder castle is no longer standing, it is now a post office.

True American Horror Stories Pt.2

Rachel and Anne sip some Apothic Dark red wine and discuss some of the true stories behind American Horror Story. You don't not have to have seen the show to enjoy this podcast because we spend most of the time talking about serial killers, voodoo and alien abductions, reading spooky letters and listening to french folk songs. In part one we discuss seasons 1-3, Murder House, Asylum and Coven. *edit- When talking about the singing nun, we said she was french Canadian, when she is in fact Belgian. I guess we just wanted her to be ours.

True American Horror Stories Pt.1

Rachel and Erin talked about the Museum of Vancouver's current show "Unbelievable", an exhibition that delves into some fascinating stories about Vancouver's past. What do you think you know about the city you live in? In this era of "fake news" what narratives are re-written or changed?  Who and what defines local heritage? Join the tipsy archivists as they chew on these questions and more.

Vancouver History: Heritage, Legend or Myth?

Rachel and Adam chat about UNESCO and world heritage sites. They discuss the meanings of heritage and culture and talk about some of their favorite sites. They also cover some of the not so good effects of gaining UNESCO status and issues that come along with tourism and commercialization. 

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The last leg of the #twoawkwardgirlsineurope2017 tour. We spent too much money on Harry Potter gear and saw the murder site of Thomas Becket. Rachel and Erin recount some of their trip highlights and cheers to more future adventures.

Rachel and Erin in London and Canterbury

The Podcast where we drink too much wine and gossip about the past- art, history, religion, weirdos, scandal, murder and inbred royalty.

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