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Madrid's public transport with Sarah Willats - Trains, Tickets, Tips & Trips - Episode 101
Sarah Willats joins me to talk about Madrid's public transport network, how to get the best out of it, tickets, passes and trips whether...
Paul Burge
Jul 20, 2021
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Wandering Madrid and talking Cost of Living in Spain - When in Spain podcast episode 96
This week a hybrid episode! Lots of sounds of Madrid as I wander its squares, shops and markets and stop off in a few cafes and bars....
Paul Burge
Mar 18, 2021
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Starting from zero in Spain at 70 – Personal story of Hollywood director & author Marsha Scarbrough
Thinking about moving to Spain? Think it's too late? Join me to hear the inspirational story of Marsha Scarbrough who proves it's never...
Paul Burge
Dec 21, 2020
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Ernest Hemingway’s Madrid with historian Stephen Drake-Jones - Episode 85
American writer and journalist, Ernest Hemingway's relationship with Madrid and wider Spain.
Paul Burge
Oct 27, 2020
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The death of Franco & Spain's transition to democracy with William Chislett - Podcast Episode 83
The fascinating and monumental period in Spanish history – The death of Franco in 1975 and Spain's transition to democracy that followed.
Paul Burge
Oct 3, 2020
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Charming Chinchón - Garlic, Goya, Anis, John Wayne & a picture-perfect plaza - Episode 82
Join me for a walk around a little slice of deep Spain, right on Madrid's doorstep. Chinchón is just 45km from Madrid but worlds apart.
Paul Burge
Sep 28, 2020
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Aranjuez - A day trip to Spain's Petit Paris - When in Spain Podcast Episode 81
Join me for a day out to the grand Royal City of Aranjuez. Wander with me as I explore this opulent, former Royal Spring retreat.
Paul Burge
Sep 15, 2020
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Spain's scrap cathedral - An ex-monk's 60-year labour of faith, devotion & castoffs - Episode 76
A tour of Spain’s most eccentric cathedral. The structure has been built by Don Justo using only recycled, scavenged and recycled materials.
Paul Burge
Jul 30, 2020
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Madrid secrets by bike - Masonic mysteries, an assassination, pelota & fishy streets - Episode 73
Hop on and ride with me as I cycle Madrid's streets to uncover some curious secrets and hidden gems of the Spanish capital.
Paul Burge
Jun 12, 2020
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La hora del vermut – Spain’s favourite aperitif with Paula Móvil from La VermuterÃa Pop-up | Ep.69
I explore the world of this fortified wine and its culture with Paula Móvil, lifestyle editor from Conde Nast Traveler.
Paul Burge
Apr 24, 2020
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Foodies in Madrid - Best bites (& sips). Plus why do you listen to When in Spain? | Episode 68
A round-up of some of my favourite food and drink episodes from last year. Ñam!
Paul Burge
Apr 21, 2020
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Documenting Madrid's Romani community with photographer Michael Damanti | When in Spain episode 65
In this episode of the When in Spain podcast I talk to Mike Damanti, a professional photographer who documents Madrid´s Romani community.
Paul Burge
Mar 25, 2020
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Comedy as an antidote to the frustrations of life in Spain with Richard Marshall | Ep.62
Comedian Richard Marshall from Madrid Stand Up Comedy talks to me about the frustration and isolation we can face when moving to Spain.
Paul Burge
Feb 24, 2020
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Moving to Spain a little later in life - a journey of personal growth with Cepee Tabibian | Ep.61
This week I talk to Cepee Tabibian about these issues and doubts that many of us have when considering making a big change in our lives.
Paul Burge
Feb 17, 2020
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12 Favourite Madrid Streets - Exploding Markets, Weddings, Poodles, Pride, Tapas, Art & Piss! Ep.60
Join me and Karen Rosenblum as we wander around the Spanish capital and compile a list of our 12 favourite Madrid streets.
Paul Burge
Feb 10, 2020
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Madrid's comedy scene with comedians Tricia Audette & Juan Dávila - When in Spain podcast episode 57
The Madrid comedy scene and a look at bilingual sense humour and how Spanish life inspires comedy.
Paul Burge
Jan 16, 2020
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Madrid vs Barcelona – comparing the incomparable with Daniel Welsch from The Chorizo Chronicles
The great Spanish city face-off. Yes, it's the question so many people ask - which city is best, Madrid or Barcelona? We find out!
Paul Burge
Oct 3, 2019
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Train travel in Spain & a trip on the high-speed AVE from Madrid to Barcelona - Podcast episode 19.
Sit back and enjoy the ride as I take us on a trip from Madrid to Barcelona on Spain's high speed train, the AVE (Alta Velocidad Española
Paul Burge
Oct 18, 2018
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Exploring Madrid – La Latina and life in the barrio - Episode 2
Listen to this episode free on the player below or on your favourite podcast app. In this, the second episode of the When in Spain show I...
Paul Burge
Jun 17, 2018
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