The Italian Renaissance Podcast
Welcome to the Italian Renaissance Podcast, where we discuss the culture and art of fifteenth and sixteenth century Italy. This podcast aims not only to provide a general overview of historical themes of the Renaissance, but also to dive deeply into interpreting how we understand the period today through analysis of key figures, moments, texts, but most importantly, the art. I intend this podcast to be both a useful study guide for students, and an engaging and digestible source of information for a general audience interested in enhancing their own understanding of Western history. Follow us on Instagram for images and updates: @italian_renaissance_podcast
The Italian Renaissance Podcast
Ep. 12: Lamentations on the Modern Renaissance
We are shifting gears as I share my experiences on how the Renaissance fits into our modern world. Listen to these stories, some funny some not, that help paint a picture of how the Renaissance is engaged by scholars, students, and tourists. I do not intend to show it in its glory, but rather the difficulties and tensions.
Galleries in Italy are overcrowded. The process of art education is harmed by this. What is worse, many academics are in denial, or even hostile toward the Renaissance, especially in light of the Middle Ages. I will try to nuance how I have experienced this.
***When talking about the cathedrals, I meant to say Santa Maria del Fiore, not Santa Maria Novella. Begging your pardon.
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