Verdigris with Rae & Andi

Andrea Smith
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A podcast about historic preservation. More information, photos, and links are available on our website verdigrispodcast.org. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 22: Spire Wars

    This month, Andi and Rae discuss two early visionaries of preservation, often described as foes: Eugène Viollet-le-Duc and John Ruskin. Their thoughts on architecture, authorship, and reuse are all still current today. In particular, Notre Dame would likely not have survived the disastrous 2019 fire quite so well without the work pioneered 150 years earlier. Plus, both men were charismatic fellows with excellent facial hair. So come learn about Mr. Beard and Mr. Sideburns, and discover how places like Carcassonne and Notre Dame got a new lease on life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m

  2. JAN 13

    Episode 21: An Ode to Otis

    In this episode, Rae and Andi give proper respect to the inventor of the safety elevator and cities today as we know them: Elisha Otis. Escalators, steel, and some *really* dangerous contraptions also get a mention. Going up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m

  3. 12/09/2025

    Episode 20: Historic Swap 2025

    To celebrate this holiday season - in what is now a tradition - Rae and Andi are sharing some favorite historic sites from across the country. Tune in for the wonderful historic sites, stay for the incisive critique of the National Register. After all, complaining is part of the fun. Happy holidays, everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 14m

  4. 11/11/2025

    Episode 19: Bathrooms

    Do you ever wonder why subway tile is so common in bathrooms? Are you flummoxed by bidets? What's your take on pedestal sinks? Join Rae and Andi as we talk all things evacuation and cleanliness while trying not to giggle 🚽🛁 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 15m

  5. 10/14/2025

    Episode 18: Haunted Houses

    To celebrate spooky season - the best season - Rae and Andi talk all things haunted house-related. What is the most eerie architectural style? What are the best examples and what makes those houses so wonderfully spooky? Get yourself a seasonally-appropriate beverage and join us as we talk about mansard roofs and other spine-chilling features. 👻 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m

  6. 09/09/2025

    Episode 17: Visual Pollution

    How would you define "visual pollution"? In this episode, Rae and Andi tackle the visual blights that affect us all. Where is the line between advertising and art? What's intrusive, what adds to the streetscape? We start by discussing our producer's documentary feature This Space Available and go from there. Join us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 7m

  7. 08/12/2025

    Episode 16: Postcards

    Most mail is spam, or maybe bills. But postcards! Getting a postcard is a joyful little moment, and then you can keep it on your fridge, or your mantel, or a shoebox, and then every time you look at it you get another little burst of joy. So this month, Rae and Andi talk about postcards and share postcards and generally appreciate all things postcard. Hope we can encourage you to send some to your loved ones! 📫 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  8. 07/08/2025

    Episode 15: Ballparks

    Celebrate America's pastime with Rae & Andi, with special cameos from our baseball-obsessed partners. Do you like baseball? Or maybe just ballpark snacks? Either way, let's while away the summer heat together. ⚾️🍿🌭 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 29m
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A podcast about historic preservation. More information, photos, and links are available on our website verdigrispodcast.org. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Andrea Smith
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Andrea Smith
  • Show Website
    Verdigris with Rae & Andi