TE Talks! History, Travel, and All Things Italian

In this captivating episode of TE Talks, Through Eternity Tours welcomes historian and Vatican expert Rachel Emerson for an intimate and insightful conversation on the recent passing of Pope Francis and the sacred traditions surrounding the papal transition. From the myth of the silver hammer to the symbolism of the Fisherman’s Ring, Rachel brings centuries-old rituals vividly to life, while also unpacking the inner workings and global significance of the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV. Blending historical depth with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections on faith, power, and tradition, this episode offers a rare, humanizing glimpse into the heart of the Vatican at a moment of profound change. Rachel Emerson is a graduate from Trinity College Dublin in Ancient History & Archaeology & Biblical & Theological Studies and a Masters in Ancient History & Archaeology. She has worked as an official Vatican guide for 10 years.

So you've travelled to Italy fallen in love with it and come back again and again? Where else should you go? On of the best kept hidden secrets is the lake district just a hop skip and a jump from the city of Milan. These lakes are some of the most beautiful in the world. The most famous one, of course, is Lago di Como and it is much more than just the place where George Clooney bought a villa. Rob has a wonderful conversation with local resident, guide and food connoisseur Carlotta. They go over what would be a perfect day to experience all the senses for an unforgettable day starting from taking a ride in a wonderful Venetian taxi boat crossing the lake and seeing beautiful villas and gardens and then finishing up the journey with a perfect Italian meal of local foods and wines. Have a listen and be transported to something precious and wonderful, a day on the Lago di Como! Please enjoy our TE Destinations video of one of the other lakes, Lago Maggiore https://bit.ly/3wktwpf Villa del Balbianello: https://bit.ly/3M210j1 Villa Carlotta: https://www.villacarlotta.it/it/ Villa Melzi d’Eril: https://bit.ly/3N6WPT2

Have you ever been curious about what Easter traditions are like in Italy? Easter in Italy sometimes can be considered more sacred an important than Christmas for the Catholic faith. Listen in to Rob as he goes over many different traditions that were developed centuries ago when the country of Italy did not exist. It is fascinating to hear about how so many different areas and regions of present day Italy have their own very specific traditions and culinary delights. Be prepared to take a bite into a piece of Torta Rustica and make plans for a Pasquetta Picnic! Written originally as a blog by Jasmine Mah https://bit.ly/3OibT1O #bunny #chef #chefsofinstagram #deliveryfood #deliverygratis #deliveryservice #delivery💰 #easter #easterbunny #foodblogger #fooddelivery #foodgasm #foodlover #happyeastereveryone #happyeaster🐣 #happyeaster🐰 #italia #pasqua #pencils #peterrabbit #pizza #restaurant #takeawaymenu #tasty

Have you ever heard of the famous phrase written by Goethe, "See Naples and Die."? Local Neapolitan Favorite Andrea explains to Rob about why Naples is one of the most special cities in all of Italy. A city of fascinating contrasts, stunning beauty and marvelous citizens, it will take your breath away. If you think that Naples is a place to avoid on your way to the Amalfi Coast, have a listen in to this podcast and it will convince you that actually this city is truly something to not to be missed! #foodblogger #foodlover #italia #italy #italyphoto #italytrip #italy🇮🇹 #naples #naplesfl #naplesflorida #naplesitaly #napleslife #pasta #pizza #pizzanapoletana #pizzas #pizzatime #travel #travelawesome #travelblog #traveldestination #travelingram #travelphoto #travelpics #traveltheworld #visitnaples #walkingtour #whatitalyis #whereinrio #wu_greece

Join Rob and Marco as the have a fascinating chat about so much more than just the leaning tower. Did you know that it isn't a tower all by itself? It is a bell tower for the cathedral of Pisa and the whole complex of Church, Bell Tower, Covered Cemetery and Baptistery is truly unique not only in Tuscany but all of Italy. Marco does such a splendid job of enlightening anyone who listens that you can get so much more when you visit the area. Then he and Rob discuss how Lucca was the only tuscan town to never be conquered by Florence and that it is still a delightful hidden gem where you can interact with the Tuscan locals and it is also perfect base of operations for when you want to stay and truly explore Tuscany for a week or two. It is pretty close to everything! #bnw #citysightseeing #discovertuscany #europe #exploremore #igersitalia #italia #italiangirl #italy 🇮🇹 #lucca #mountaingirl #outdoor #pisa #seetheworld #sightseeing #spotting #travel #travelblog #traveldestination #travelingram #traveller #travelphoto #travelpics #traveltheworld #trekking #tuscany #tuscanygram #tuscanylovers #varese #visittuscany Be sure to subscribe and click the bell to be notified with new videos! https://bit.ly/34Pkp6r A Day in Florence: an Immersive Experience https://bit.ly/3gZYwnn __________________________________________________ More related videos about Venice and the Veneto region you might be interested in: TE Destinations Venice in a Day: https://youtu.be/wd19-QFmG4A TE Destinations: Venetian Island

So you've been to Florence and have seen all of the major show stopping sites? Covered all the masterpieces? Maybe you would like to have a taste of some open garden spaces but you thought that they were too far away from the museums and historic centers? Costanza and Rob have lovely talk going over their day together searching out the beautiful parks and gardens in Florence and many of the treasures that are considered off the beaten path. Their conversation takes place just after Rob showed the newest TE Destinations video to Costanza based on her suggestion of a new way to look at Florence. Listen in to this sightseeing extravaganza and let it take you on a perfect journey for your next trip to Florence the True Heart of the Renaissance! #citysightseeing #firenzegram #florence #florencebymills #florenceitaly #hiking #igersfirenze #igersitalia #italia #landscapephotography #nationalparks #naturelover #park #parks #parksandrec #sightseeing #sightseeingtour #spotting #travel #travelawesome #travelblog #traveldestination #travelingram #traveller #travelphoto #travelpics #traveltheworld #tree #visitflorence #walkingtours

Join Rob as he has a wonderful conversation with Sergio Dondoli winner of multiple awards for creating some of the most outstanding flavors ever created for Gelato. They talk about how he became so well known after multiple visits from Tony Blair and how he creates such beautiful mixes of flavors often using ingredients found in Tuscany like Rosemary and Lavender. Sergio also recounts to Rob the history of the beautiful town of San Gimignano and its towers and why saffron is such an important ingredient in his world famous flavor: Crema di Santafina di San Gimignano. Most importantly, he gives the most thorough answer to why Gelato should never be considered ice cream and how one can easily tell what is the difference. #Gelato #Gelataio #Dondoli #GelatoDondoli #SanGimignano #Tuscany #Italy #NotIceCream #Saffron #CremadiSantafina #Travel #Taste #Dessert #Food #LoveofGelato #Wine #Tasting #Tuscany #Travel #TETours #TEDestinations2 #TEDestinations #Travel #Walkingtours #ThroughEternity #ThroughEternitytours #Sightseeing #Italy #Lovetotravel #Excursions #Caranddriver Be sure to check out the TE Destinations 2 Video that is connected to this podcast: San Gimignano & Tuscany: Taste the Wine, Gelato, & Experience the Land | TE Destinations2 https://bit.ly/3IgRAyd E34: Valter and our day in the Tuscan countryside in the Chianti region sipping wine and eating amazing gelato! https://bit.ly/3v7o1eG Be sure to subscribe and click the bell to be notified with new videos! https://bit.ly/34Pkp6r A Day in Florence: an Immersive Experience https://bit.ly/3gZYwnn More related videos from our TE Destinations 2 series you might be interested in: TE Destinations Venice in a Day: https://youtu.be/wd19-QFmG4A TE Destinations: Venetian Islands! Murano, Burano, and Torcello: https://youtu.be/XggexgNr2TU Padua: Boring Art or Stunning Beauty? | TE Destinations 2: https://youtu.be/VhvRS7LdVug Verona: Drama and Music in the Streets | TE Destinations 2 https://bit.ly/3542YPN Regatta in Venice with Giovanna: https://youtu.be/r8qVwBMcnIk Saint Mark’s Basilica Night Tour: Exclusive Visit: https://bit.ly/3sQnZVI Best of Padua tour with the Scrovegni Chapel: https://bit.ly/3GWAzIi Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Tour with visit to Venice: https://bit.ly/3sMKz1I Venice in a Day Tour - https://bit.ly/3uTCNFX Venice Art Tour: The Colors of the Floating City - https://bit.ly/3JuApt2 Other podcasts about Florence and the Tuscany Region E31: Fernanda and Siena, the tuscan city of magnificent color and the famous Palio https://bit.ly/3s2mmoG E25: Costanza and the most amazing museum of Florence that no one really knows about! https://bit.ly/3p0isuG E24: Fabulous Emily discusses with Rob all about Michelangelo and his statue David https://bit.ly/3Hh3veh Want to take a perfect trip? Follow us on other platforms: Website - https://www.througheternity.com Instagram - http://bit.ly/teinsta Facebook - http://bit.ly/tetfb Podcast - https://tetalks.buzzsprout.com Blogs - https://www.througheternity.com/en/blog Subscribe to our newsletter on our website for new content!

Back by popular demand, Angelo returns to have a riveting conversation with Rob as they go over their old rivalry between Florence and Rome and the lovely youtube video that they worked on together for the TE Destinations 2 Series Florence in a day! It is a true joy to go over some of the most important sights that people need to see when they come to where the Renaissance started. Rob and Angelo cover everything from the bell tower of Giotto, Michelangelo's sculptures beyond the David at the accademia and of course they give you all a taste of what is in store in the famous Uffizi gallery and why it should be seen. Join in for a great listen and then check out the new video to take a journey to Florence!

Rob and Monica (guide of Verona) go over their lovely day together covering one of the most charming cities in Northern Italy. A place of crossroads from ancient times with the magnificent river Adige running through it. They talk about why all of this made this it the perfect location of power and importance all the way back to 1st cent BC up to today. To commemorate the lovely TE Destinations video of this city. They go over every possible aspect of what it is so special and why even Shakespeare was so charmed by it that he situated two of his plays to take place here. A city of Ancient Rome, Performance, Music and balconies is not to be missed. After listening to this podcast and watching our video on youtube, you too will surely want to come and see Verona for yourself. A sight not to be missed. #music #travel #Verona #Veneto #travel #Lovetotravel #TETours #ThroughEternityTours #TEDestinations2 #Italy #WalkingTours #Experiences #Sightseeing #Excursions

Have you ever taken a trip to Padova? Do you know about the story of Saint Anthony and one of the most amazing churches in the world? Join local official guide and native Serena as she shares her passion for this very special city with Rob on this podcast. They go over the video of the Through Eternity TE Destinations series 2 on youtube where Rob shares how excited he is to get to see Padova for the very first time. Listen in and join them as the do stroll through the history of the city from its foundations to the magnificent fresco cycles and the great specialty of mint coffee. All this and so much more. #Padova #Padua #Travel #Podcast #TETours #TEDestinations #ThroughEternityTours #Travel #History #MintCoffee #Veneto #Italy #NorhternItaly #Lovetotravel #Traveltobeinspired Be sure to watch our special video to accompany this podcast where Rob is sees and experiences all the places we cover in this wonderful podcast: TE Destinations: Padua, Italy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhvRS7LdVug Be sure to subscribe to our youtube channel and click the bell to be notified with new videos! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAJz... Best of Padua tour with the Scrovegni Chapel https://www.througheternity.com/en/venice-tours/best-of-padua-tour-scrovegni-chapel.html __________________________________________________ More related videos about Venice and the Veneto region you might be interested in: TE Destinations Venice in a Day:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wd19-... TE Destinations: Venetian Islands! Murano, Burano, and Torcello: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XggexgNr2TU Regatta in Venice with Giovanna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8qVw... Saint Mark’s Basilica Night Tour: Exclusive Visit https://www.througheternity.com/en/venice-tours/saint-marks-basilica-night-tour-venice.html Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Tour with visit to Venice: https://www.througheternity.com/en/ve... Venice in a Day Tour - https://www.througheternity.com/en/ve... Venice Art Tour: The Colors of the Floating City - https://www.througheternity.com/en/ve... Other podcasts about Venice and the Veneto Region - E33: Isabella and the foods, wines and cocktails of Venice and the Veneto region: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1178078/ep... E28: Daniela and the spectacular Palladio Villas in the hinterland of Venice: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1178078/ep... E27: Beatrice and the most amazing basilica of Saint Mark in Venice! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1178078/ep... Want to take a perfect trip? Follow us on other platforms: Website - https://www.througheternity.com Instagram - http://bit.ly/teinsta Facebook - http://bit.ly/tetfb Podcast - https://tetalks.buzzsprout.com Blogs - https://www.througheternity.com/en/blog Subscribe to our newsletter on our website for new content!

Have a cup of coffee or glass of wine, sit down relax and listen in to a fascinating conversation between local Venetian guide Isabella and Rob talking about taking a day trip to visit the islands near Venice. To accompany the TE Destinations 2 video about the Venetian islands, they talk about why these places are so interesting from the monopoly and wealth of the great industry of glass in Morano, to the lace making and rainbow colored houses of Burano going to the ancient past to where the population of the lagoon islands started even before Venice on the island of Torcello. It will certainly give you a different outlook on visiting these areas and will help you get a more in depth look and understanding of why Venice and these islands are so special. #podcast #venice #sightseeing #relax #islands #lagoonofvenice #walkingtours #privatetours #visitmurano #visitburano #visittorcello #torcello #murano #burano #lagoon #boattrip #vaporetto #travel #traveltobeinspired #TEtours #througheternitytours #TEDestinations Be sure to listen to our special podcast with Venetian Guide Giovanna talking about all the places seen in this video: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1178078/ep... Be sure to subscribe and click the bell to be notified with new videos! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAJz ... __________________________________________________ Some tours and related free content about Venice's neighborhoods you might be interested in: TE Destinations Venice in a Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wd19-QFmG4A Regatta in Venice with Giovanna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8qVwBMcnIk&list=PLsrpnXvXPmugF3_2NPjlT_AeBFYXMqOBl&index=22 Venice in a Day Tour - https://www.througheternity.com/en/ve... Venice Art Tour: The Colors of the Floating City - https://www.througheternity.com/en/ve... Other podcasts about Venice - E33: Isabella and the foods, wines and cocktails of Venice and the Veneto region: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1178078/ep... E28: Daniela and the spectacular Palladio Villas in the hinterland of Venice:

To go along with the premier of the new TE Destination 2 series on our youtube channel, Rob and Giovanna go over all things Venetian. They have watched the video together and with great enthusiasm discuss why this city is so very special and why so many people love it so much. Going over a sightseeing extravaganza of the heart of the city, inside the Basilica, what it's like to visit it at night, the Doge's palace and a visit to one of the great hidden gems Palazzo Grimani and how it is connected to the city of Rome. All this and much much more on this very special podcast. TE Destinations: Venice in a Day! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wd19-QFmG4A #Venice #Sightseeing #Podcast #History #TEWalks #Tours #WalkingTours #TETours #ThroughEternity #Italy #Travel #SaintMark'sBasilica #Doge'sPalace #PalazzoGrimani #TEDestinations

Just as the Christmas season has ended and the New Year has begun Rob and Francesca sit down for a conversation talking about the Pagan holidays that many end up still celebrating today and how it has become to most popular blog page in the history of our TE website Througheternitytours.com. It is a perfect segue for conversations that former guide and archeologist Francesca talks also about some beautiful hidden ancient treasures in Rome that are not open to the public but absolutely stunning. All of this connects to Francesca's success as a published author and her two successful books and Tarot Cards in Italian and her newly published book in English called "The Oracle of the Trees". Sit down, relax and prepare yourself for a fascinating conversation. Please check out the following links for Francesca's writing. 7 PAGAN FESTIVALS WE STILL CELEBRATE TODAY https://www.througheternity.com/en/blog/history/7-pagan-festivals-still-celebrate.html# Oracle of Trees by Francesca Valente in English https://www.usgamesinc.com/oracle-of-the-trees.html Francesca's other books in Italian sold on Amazon: https://www.amazon.it/Loracolo-dellapocalisse-rivelazione-comprendere-presente/dp/8868205386/ref=sr_1_10?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=3PVXCXDRM1D9Q&keywords=francesca+valente&qid=1641582986&sprefix=francesca+valente%2Caps%2C52&sr=8-10 https://www.amazon.it/Loracolo-delle-porte-32-Carte/dp/8868205874/ref=sr_1_5?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=3PVXCXDRM1D9Q&keywords=francesca+valente&qid=1641582935&sprefix=francesca+valente%2Caps%2C52&sr=8-5 Images of her Tarot Cards on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oracoli_di_francesca/

Have you ever desired to know all about the city of Positano and it's history from the point of view of a local? Listen in and let us transport you to one of the most beautiful places in the world, the Amalfi Coast. Rob and Lucy have a lovely discussion about the area and take a deep dive into the waters and history of Positano and why it is so special and the events that defined it as the place to visit to fulfill your fantasy of a perfect mediterranean vacation! Local Guide Lucy also explains about taking people along the magnificent path of the gods and the Villa Cimbrone in Ravello.

Ever dreamed of going to the Island of Capri? Join Rob and Capri native and tour guide Constantino as they go on a sightseeing journey of one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean Sea. The sheer cliffs, the amazing views, the chic style and so much more. Rob and Constantino recount a day they spent together last July taking a tour of the island and seeing two amazing sites, the ancient Villa Jovis connected to the Emperor Tiberius and Villa Lysis with its stunning gardens and views. #Capri #podcast #Italy #walkingtour #vacation #walkingtour #ancientRome

Valter (a certified sommelier, chef and certified driver) and Rob go over a wonderful day they had together covering the Chianti countryside in Tuscany. They cover one of the most beautiful regions in all of Italy and Valter does an amazing job explaining why Chianti Classico is such a special wine. They finished their day stoping in San Gimignano at one of Italy's most famous gelateria's Gelateria Dondoli and thanks to Valter, Rob got to meet Master Gelato Maker Sergio himself! He got to try at least 10 different flavors. Listen and imagine the different tastes of Chianti and different flavors of gelato and visualize the stunning countryside of Tuscany. #Tuscany #Chianti #Travel #Gelato #ItalianFood #ThroughEternityTours #TETours #Drivingtour #Italy #Wine #Sommelier #Winetasting #Foodexperiences #Tours #Freecontent

Join Rob and Isabella for a tantalizing discussion of all the delicious foods and drinks that the Veneto Region has to offer. It is a tasting tour journey where we learn about the light foods of as one walks around the city, the amazing wines and the history of the Aperol and Campari Spritzes and how they were invented. We finish up talking about the famous cookies and Pandoro Christmas cake from Verona. All this and much much more.

Andrea and Rob have a thrilling discussion about the magnificent site of Pompeii. Listen and let Andrea's amazing skills of storytelling truly bring to life for you the day of the eruption of Vesuvius. He casts a spell on his listeners to bring you into the emotion of the people living in Pompeii back in 79 AD. The friends talk about the tragedy of the event of that day and the beauty of what has survived which helps us understand so much of the Ancient Romans and their daily life.

Rob and Fernanda (native of Siena) have a wonderful chat about one of the most fascinating cities of Tuscany and the hated enemy of Florence. Siena is a vast treasure trove of beautiful piazzas, medieval history and one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world. Listen in and let us transport you there.

Was the unification necessarily a good thing for the city of Naples? Rob and local Campania guide Monica have a fascinating discussion a truly undiscovered and very worthwhile city of Naples but first they talk about the royal Bourbon family and their home of Caserta which is known as the "Versailles" of Italy. Listen in and let the conversation take you to some areas of Italy that many people have never seen.