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The Origin of the Spanish Expression “Quinta”
Saying someone is from your “quinta” is to say that they are basically the same age as you, and you hear it from time...
Carlos III and the New Settlements
In 1767, King Carlos III came up with a startling new idea to help repopulate parts of Andalusia. Bring in settlers from central Europe,...
The Esquilache Riots
In 1766, the people of Madrid rose up against the authorities over a recent law banning long capes and wide-brimmed hats. The policy was...
Talkin’ Spain: Medina del Campo
In this episode we talk about the a recent visit to the medieval town of Medina del Campo, where Queen Isabella passed away in...
Talkin’ Spain: Marugán and Valdeprados in the province of Segovia
In this podcast we tell you a little about some smaller, lesser known, towns we visited with some friends. Valdeprados, a picturesque village, which...
Talkin’ Spain: Maderuelo and Castillejo de Robledo
In this episode I talk about a visit to two small and relatively unknown villages about two hours north of Madrid: the medieval town...