The Friday Take Five

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The Friday Take Five is a podcast where we take just about five minutes every Friday to step back from crazy lives to delve into history and adventure. We do our best each week to scratch an itch for travel bugs and history lovers alike. Every episode, we take a look at a new place with a new story. It’s our hope that you’ll walk away with a renewed appreciation for history and a new travel destination to add to your bucket list.

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Ep. 4 – Beijing, China 03.03.2023 5:49

A marriage of ancient history and modern civilization. Beijing, the capital of China, is a bustling city today, but it has done well to preserve its culture and storied past. Hear the story of a "Forbidden" Beijing landmark and its impact on Chinese society.

Ep. 3 – Paris, France 24.02.2023 6:16

Paris, one of the most romantic cities in the world, is also home to one of the least romantic, yet remarkable, landmarks on the planet. Listen in to the third installment of The Friday Take Five to learn more about the Catacombs of Paris and the unique part they play in French history.

Ep. 2 – New Orleans, USA 17.02.2023 6:07

New Orleans, the cultural melting pot where Jazz grew up. Learn more about the city where one of the world's most iconic Jazz musicians started off and the ways Jazz continues to be a major draw for one of America's most interesting cities.

Ep. 1 – Rome, Italy 10.02.2023 6:06

The Colosseum at Rome holds thousands of years of history and countless tales of combat between valiant gladiators. Follow the stories of two slightly lesser known gladiators that still managed to make things plenty interesting during their careers.