The Thinking Traveller
A 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.
Podcasting since 2020 • 73 episodes
The Thinking Traveller
Latest Episodes
STAGES - Marg Horwell & The Art of Costume
Marg Horwell is one of Australia’s most acclaimed costume designers, whose work spans opera, theatre and large-scale international productions.Her work on The Picture of Dorian Gray – which toured the West End and Broadway – earned both ...
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Patagonia - Chile’s Last Frontier
Patagonia is one of the world’s great frontier landscapes – a region shaped by ice, wind and the long histories of those who have lived and travelled there.In this episode of The Thinking Traveller, we are joined by Dr Chris Carter who t...
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The Silk Road - Where East and West First Met
Linking the Far East with the Mediterranean world, the Silk Road became history’s most influential crossroads, shaping civilisations through trade, diplomacy and cultural encounter.From the imperial courts of China to the bustling market...
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