81 episodes

The Gilded Gentleman history podcast takes listeners on a cultural and social journey into the mansions, salons, dining rooms, libraries and theatres including the worlds above as well as below stairs of America's Gilded Age, France's Belle Epoque and late Victorian and Edwardian England.

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The Gilded Gentleman Carl Raymond

    • History
    • 4.8 • 27 Ratings

The Gilded Gentleman history podcast takes listeners on a cultural and social journey into the mansions, salons, dining rooms, libraries and theatres including the worlds above as well as below stairs of America's Gilded Age, France's Belle Epoque and late Victorian and Edwardian England.

thegildedgentleman.com

    Sweeney Todd's Original Johanna: A Tribute to Broadway's Sarah Rice

    Sweeney Todd's Original Johanna: A Tribute to Broadway's Sarah Rice

    In a tribute to Sarah Rice -- Broadway's original Johanna from the musical Sweeney Todd -- Carl revisits his 2023 interview with the star from last year.

    • 42 min
    The Edwardian Country House: Elegance and Eccentricity

    The Edwardian Country House: Elegance and Eccentricity

    British country house historian Curt DiCamillo joins Carl for a look into the world of Edwardian country houses, made famous to modern audiences through "Downton Abbey" and "Gosford Park".

    • 46 min
    Gilded Age Undergarments: What Did Mrs. Astor Wear (Under There)?

    Gilded Age Undergarments: What Did Mrs. Astor Wear (Under There)?

    Fashion historian and author, Dr. Elizabeth L. Block returns for a truly "undercover" investigation into the world of the corsets, bustles, straps and stockings of the Gilded Age.

    • 54 min
    The Hidden World of Gramercy Park: Unlocking History with Keith Taillon

    The Hidden World of Gramercy Park: Unlocking History with Keith Taillon

    Listener favorite historian Keith Taillon returns to the show to this in-depth look at Gramercy Park, one of New York City's most unique and historic enclaves.

    • 56 min
    The American Renaissance: Beaux-Arts Architecture in New York City

    The American Renaissance: Beaux-Arts Architecture in New York City

    Carl is joined by noted architect, interior designer and author Phillip James Dodd for an in-depth discussion of the "look" of the Gilded Age -- a style known as American Beaux-Arts. 

    • 1 hr
    Daring Dandies: Early 20th Century Men of Style and Scandal

    Daring Dandies: Early 20th Century Men of Style and Scandal

    Carl is again joined by Nathaniel Lee Adams to discuss dandies -- a most interesting breed of society's tastemaking men. Today they discuss dandies in the early 20th century, when a new brand was emerging  - one with style, but also often tinged by scandal.

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
27 Ratings

27 Ratings

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Like A Time Travelling Tour

I came here because of The Gilded Age podcast, and wanted more historical insights into the era. Each episode is like travelling in time, on a guided tour, filled with sounds, vivid descriptions, and fascinating stories. A must for fans of Edith Wharton, and Henry James, or even history fans.

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