SPANISH HISTORY 101: the 15th Century

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SPANISH HISTORY 101: the 15th Century
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We are closing in on the eve of a major moment in Spain’s history: its unification and the Discovery of the New World. But before that happens, the two biggest kingdoms at the time, Castile and Aragon, experience periods of intense instability. There’s no time for boredom here as they struggle to keeps things together. Listen and learn more. Enjoy!

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SPANISH HISTORY 101: the 15th Century

We are closing in on the eve of a major moment in Spain’s history: its unification and the Discovery of the New World. But before that happens, the two biggest kingdoms at the time, Castile and Aragon, experience periods of intense instability. There’s no time for boredom here as they struggle to keeps things together. Listen and learn more. Enjoy!

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LET’S OPEN A BOTTLE 9: D.O. Toro

(Decanter)

If you haven’t already tried it, it’s time you gave wines from Toro, especially red wine, a go. These are classics from Spain. Some even assert they were the first to reach the New World. They are bold and full of personality. The name, which actually refers to a town, aptly describes their boldness. In the past 20 years, they have experienced a well-deserved show of resounding approval. Listen and learn more. Enjoy!

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SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP 22: The 14th Century

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SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP 22: The 14th Century
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Castile and Aragon are both rising to the top as the most powerful and most successful kingdoms in Spain (before it was called Spain). But it’s a tough century for everyone with the Bubonic Plague and the Hundred Years’ War ravaging Europe. To make matters worse, a civil war and endless fights for succession. Nothing is ever easy here, but it makes for some pretty fascinating history. Listen and enjoy!

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SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP 22: The 14th Century

Battle of Nájera, 1367

Castile and Aragon are both rising to the top as the most powerful and most successful kingdoms in Spain (before it was called Spain). But it’s a tough century for everyone with the Bubonic Plague and the Hundred Years’ War ravaging Europe. To make matters worse, a civil war and endless fights for succession. Nothing is ever easy here, but it makes for some pretty fascinating history. Listen and enjoy!

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Let’s Open a Bottle: D.O.Ca. Rioja (Combining the old and the new)

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Let’s Open a Bottle: D.O.Ca. Rioja (Combining the old and the new)
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This is the grandaddy of them all in terms of prestige and status as the premier wine region of Spain, at least in a modern sense. It has been the most visible face in the winemaking sector of this country since the 19th century, which certainly says a lot considering Spain boasts scores of wine regions. There’s so much wine, so many legends, it’s hard too know where to start! This is just a brief overview, but it should help you learn a little more about these amazing things they do in Rioja. Listen and enjoy!

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Let’s Open a Bottle: D.O.Ca. Rioja (Combining the old and the new)

This is the grandaddy of them all in terms of prestige and status as the premier wine region of Spain, at least in a modern sense. It has been the most visible face in the winemaking sector of this country since the 19th century, which certainly says a lot considering Spain boasts scores of wine regions. There’s so much wine, so many legends, it’s hard too know where to start! This is just a brief overview, but it should help you learn a little more about these amazing things they do in Rioja. Listen and enjoy!

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SPANISH UNIVERSITIES

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SPANISH UNIVERSITIES
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Some of the oldest and most venerable higher learning institutions in Europe (and the world, for that matter) are located in Spain. Many were founded as this country was initiating a rise to world power. Swords to engage in warfare with their traditional enemies the Moors were now being substituted for pens to take on intellectual endeavors. Listen to this brief rundown on some of Spain’s earliest universities. Enjoy!

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SPANISH UNIVERSITIES

Some of the oldest and most venerable higher learning institutions in Europe (and the world, for that matter) are located in Spain. Many were founded as this country was initiating a rise to world power. Swords to engage in warfare with their traditional enemies the Moors were now being substituted for pens to take on intellectual endeavors. Listen to this brief rundown on some of Spain’s earliest universities. Enjoy!

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FAMOUS SPANISH XMAS TRADITIONS: The Belén (Nativity Scene)

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FAMOUS SPANISH XMAS TRADITIONS: The Belén (Nativity Scene)
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This is not just an image of 18th Century Spain, but rather a section of a nativity scene sculpted and designed in the Neapolitan barroque style. Few things at this time of year are as widely displayed as the nativity scene, known mainly as a “belén”, which is the Spanish word for “Bethlehem”. You can come across them just about everywhere in the country (in all sizes, shapes, numbers and styles) and many are major tourist attractions. Today we are going to learn a little about the history of the nativity scene in Spain and include some ideas on where to see them. Enjoy!

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