The Thinking Traveller
Academy TravelA series that draws on the passions, expertise and interests of Academy Travel's academic tour leaders, to bring a wealth of additional knowledge to your travels, one topic at a time. Our tour leaders talk on a range of topics and interests related to travel, covering history, culture, archaeology, architecture, the visual arts and the performing arts.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 77 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureArtsPlaces & Travel | |||
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Ravenna is one of Italy’s most quietly extraordinary cities – a place where the final centuries of the Roman world can still be read through intricate mosaics and imperial monuments.
In this episode we are joined by Dr Eireann Marshall as she explor... more
At the glittering court of Louis XIV, where art functioned as an extension of power, no figure defined the sound of absolutism more completely than Jean-Baptiste Lully.
Rising from modest origins in Florence to become the most influential musician i... more
Corinth was a central city of the Greek world, influential in shipbuilding, colonisation and pottery production, and later in architecture, politics and early Christianity.
Today we are joined by Dr Amelia Brown – an archaeologist, historian and Hel... more
Slovenia sits at a crossroads of Europe – where the Alps meet the Pannonian Plain and where a short Adriatic coastline opens onto the wider Mediterranean world.
From Lake Bled and its island church to ancient pagan traditions and Ljubljana's legenda... more
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Special on the Ukrainian-Russian dynamic was thoughtful and balanced. Genuinely conveyed the nuance required to counter the black and white media headlines.
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Australia4 years ago - Thinking Traveller is just what we need right now!
Interesting subjects, wonderfully explained. I absolutely loved the Medici episode in particular. Thank you for a fabulous podcast, Thinking Traveller! So glad to have met you now, for when we are allowed to leave Australia I will be in touch.
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Apple Podcasts | #168 | Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #24 |  Norway/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #186 |  Singapore/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #192 |  Philippines/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #216 |  Belgium/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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What is The Thinking Traveller about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show blends scholarly insight with travel storytelling to illuminate history, archaeology, architecture, and the arts through expert hosts and guest scholars. Episodes frequently connect deep-dive topics—ranging from ancient cities and court cultures to operatic and theatrical traditions—with practical travel angles, such as tours or landmark sites. Listeners can expect well-researched context, rich cultural anecdotes, and industry connections that can help plan immersive, education-forward trips. A notable strength is the sustained focus on historical agency, material culture, and performance, often linking scholarly discussion to travel opportunities and experiential learning from Academy Travel's tour leaders.
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The Thinking Traveller launched 6 years ago and published 77 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The Thinking Traveller?
Recent guests on The Thinking Traveller include:
1. Tarita Botsman
2. Dr. Amelia Brown
3. Marg Horwell
4. Chris Aslan
5. Dr. Eireann Marshall
6. Christopher Menz
7. Brad Monera
8. Dr. John Tidmarsh
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