TE Talks! History, Travel, and All Things Italian
69 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsLonging to go to Italy? Listen in and we will take you there with stories, from professional guides, of wonderful places that will make your imagination come alive. As a traveler, I always felt that there was something missing when I would go on walking tours to see special sites and monuments. I wanted fire works!Remember in your life when you had that exceptional teacher, that you never forgot, because they made it fun to learn? That’s what I wanted and I went out in search of those people to built my company on that very premise!Now, we have been taking people around all parts of Italy for over 20 years. We started in Rome (where I am a licensed guide) and have expanded to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, Florence, and Venice. Something that makes Through Eternity Tours special is that the staff and guides, who work with us, are exceptional. We have built very strong bonds together and we are all a great support network for each other. So many times I thought to myself that during these enthusiastic conversations that we have, wouldn’t it be great to share this with other people? That is why we have created TE Talks to keep the stories going to keep your dreams of Italy alive.
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E15 Via Francigena, a pilgrimage of nature, art and beauty with Cinzia, Eugenia and Guia
July 01, 2021 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBAn ancient pilgrimage route that stretches across Europe from England to Rome and then extends beyond to Jerusalem. This is the road that ancient pilgrims took to get to the Eternal City. People still use it today. Join Rob for a special podcast where he is joined by TE Guides Eugenia, Cinzia and Guia who have just come back from a vacation of 7 days on this famous road. Listen in to this amazing experience of how these lovely ladies were taken away from modern technology and connected with ...
E14: Quirinal Hill of Rome and the Baroque competition that defined an era between Bernini and Borromini with Guia
June 23, 2021 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBJoin Rob and Guia as the go over one of the fascinating 7 hills of Ancient Rome. The Quirinal has always been a place of great importance from the first king of Rome until today because it has the palace of the president, the “White House” of Rome if you will. Guia covers it all for us and then she and Rob go on a special journey of the great historical Baroque Rivalry of Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Francesco Borromini the two great protagonists of the Baroque Era of the 1600’s. Two of their gr...
E13: Outside the Walls of Rome with Thomas
June 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBDid you know that Rome is surrounded by ancient walls that date back the 275 A.D.? Some of the greatest marvels of the world are within the historic center but there are sights to see right outside the walls that some can argue are even better! Thomas and Rob have a fascinating conversation about two of the most iconic ancient/medieval churches of the Eternal City, Saint Lorenzo and Saint Agnese outside the walls. Listen in and you will definitely want to visit these places the next time you...
E12: Ostia Antica, the Most Important Port City that Gave Life to Rome with Gracelyn
June 10, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBRob and Gracelyn have a wonderful time chatting about one of the most important cities in the Roman Empire, the port city of Ostia. Rome may have conquered most of the known world but did you know that Rome would never have been able to survive without the city of Ostia? Take a sightseeing stroll with your mind and ears as Gracelyn explains to Rob how daily life was for the people of Ostia, why it was so important and how the city drastically changed even during the time of Ancient Rome.
E11: The Oh-So Famous Neighborhood of Trastevere with Enrica
June 02, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBRob and Enrica discuss about the famous neighborhood of Trastevere. A place in Rome that is filled with wonderful monuments, churches and artwork but more than all this, it is truly defined by its residents and their inclusivity. The people of Trastevere and what they have created through the centuries is what makes this place truly unique. Listen in and take a sightseeing stroll through Trastevere with us!
E10: The Foodie Sisters with Benny and Valeria
May 26, 2021 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBFeeling hungry? Since we love to talk about all things Italian at TE Talks, today we are talking with the Famous Foodie Sisters Benny and Valeria. Rob joins them for a fascinating discussion about Wine, Olive Oil, Cheese and Desserts! These lovely ladies have made a new career specializing in Italian food! Prepare yourself for a food sight-seeing experience with your imagination. You will definitely be craving for some wonderful Italian Food after this podcast!
E09: The Miracle of Castel St. Angelo and How it Has Been in Use for Almost 2000 Years with Federica
May 19, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBListen in to a fascinating conversation between Federica and Rob as they discuss one of Rome's most interesting monuments: Castel St. Angelo. They discuss its very beginnings as the mausoleum for one of Rome's greatest Emperor's (Hadrian) and continue their discussion covering how the building miraculously survived the centuries and how it later became a "christianized" monument and a strategic fortress and castle for the Popes. Something most certainly worthwhile to hear before you come fo...
E08: The Light and Darkness of the Emperor Hadrian with Luca
May 12, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBHadrian is truly one of the most fascinating Emperors of Ancient Rome. He came into power when the Roman Empire arguably was at its greatest height and guaranteed the continuous survival of the Empire for many centuries to come. Rob and Luca delve into his life from the very beginning and discuss his brilliant choices in affairs of state, running the Empire and being involved in some of the most magnificent buildings in the history of architecture including the famous "Hadrian's Villa". They...
E07 B: The Torlonia Family, Great Patrons of the Arts or Fascist Supporters or Both with Guia
May 09, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBListen in to an unforgettable conversation between Guia and Rob talking about the history of the Torlonia family, how they rose up in wealth during the 1700 and 1800's and what they had to do to be accepted into the nobility of Rome. A daunting challenge especially since they never had a Pope in their family. This is a lovely two part podcast where we delve into the evolution and history of how this family gained extraordinary wealth. They amassed one of the greatest collections of antiquiti...
E07 A: The Torlonia Family, Great Patrons of the Arts or Fascist Supporters or Both with Guia
May 05, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBListen in to an unforgettable conversation between Guia and Rob talking about the history of the Torlonia family, how they rose up in wealth during the 1700 and 1800's and what they had to do to be accepted into the nobility of Rome. A daunting challenge especially since they never had a Pope in their family. This is a lovely two part podcast where we delve into the evolution and history of how this family gained extraordinary wealth. They amassed one of the greatest collections of antiquiti...
E06: Underground Rome with Mario
April 28, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBEnjoy being part of a diverting conversation between Mario and Rob who have been friends and worked together for many years. Their subject is one of the most interesting things that people want to know about when they come to Rome: the Underground. Join them for an adventure discussing the famous sites beneath the earth like San Clemente and the unknown off the beaten sites like the hypogeum of Via Dino Compagni. You can also hear a little bit about Mario’s Russian Orthodox wedding and his i...
E05 B: Renaissance Rome with Robert Huber
April 25, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBDig in for part two of Episode 5 of our TE Talks podcast with Dr. Robert Huber and the Renaissance in Rome. We start where we left off describing what Rome the city looked like in the mid 1400’s but then the conversation goes a bit off track and becomes truly delicious. We learn why Rome was known as the “Citta delle Donne” and how prostitution was thriving in this city. We learn about Benvenuto Cellini”s midnight adventure in the Colosseum and how a mistress of a pope became a true entrepre...
E05: Renaissance Rome with Robert Huber
April 21, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBListen in on this invigorating conversation with Through Eternity Founder Rob Allyn and Robert Huber discuss all things Renaissance in particular it's architecture. This has become a two part episode because Mr. Huber delves into his argument that although the Renaissance was indeed a "rational" time which is reflected in its architecture, it was also an age of mystical beliefs, alchemy, astrology and outright magic! The podcast takes a fascinating turn and at some points, almost salacious, ...
E05 A: Renaissance Rome with Robert Huber
April 21, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBListen in on this invigorating conversation with Through Eternity Founder Rob Allyn and Robert Huber discuss all things Renaissance in particular it's architecture. This has become a two part episode because Mr. Huber delves into his argument that although the Renaissance was indeed a "rational" time which is reflected in its architecture, it was also an age of mystical beliefs, alchemy, astrology and outright magic! The podcast takes a fascinating turn and at some points, almost salacious, ...
E04: Jewish Ghetto in Rome with Caterina
April 14, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBJoin Rob and Caterina as they go over why the Jewish Quarter was the first tour that she ever did and why she decided also to do it as a virtual tour presentation too. The Jewish Community in Rome is without a doubt one of the most interesting communities in Rome. The Jewish people have been here for over 2000 years and we discuss how much they have contributed to Roman Society today. Notwithstanding the oppression that they have faced since the creation of the Ghetto and many other moments...
E03: The Grand Tour of Rome and Trevi Fountain with Thomas
April 07, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBTake a journey with some British Aristocrats over 300 years ago. Thomas and Rob talk about the famous Grand Tour of Europe and how Rome and its famous fountains and piazzas fit into this magnificent experience for the nobility of England and much of Northern Europe. We delve into the the area where they lived between the Trevi Fountain and Piazza del Popolo and the heart of their "English Corner" near the Spanish Steps. Learn about why the Romantics would stay in the Eternal City for ye...
E02: Easter in Rome and Vatican City with Federica
March 31, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBCelebrate Easter with our special guest, and TE guide, Federica, while she interviews Rob Allyn about his new virtual tour of St Peter's Basilica, new things they have learned about the Vatican City, and reminiscing on what it was like when they visited the world's largest church for the first time.
E00: Introduction to TE Talks!
March 23, 2021 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBIntroduction to TE Talks! Longing to go to Italy? Listen in and we will take you there with stories, from professional guides, of wonderful places that will make your imagination come alive. As a traveler, I always felt that there was something missing when I would go on walking tours to see special sites and monuments. I wanted fire works! Remember in your life when you had that exceptional teacher, that you never forgot, because they made it fun to learn? That’s what I wanted and I went o...
E01: Julius Caesar and the Ancient Roman Forum with Gracelyn
March 23, 2021 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBJoin Rob and Gracelyn as they discuss the life and assassination of Julius Caesar as well as the daily life of ancient Romans at the time, including the Roman Forum, politics, and the events leading to, and after, Caesar's death.