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Join the American Duchess team as they discuss the wide array of topics and ideas behind all things related to fashion history. Interviews, discussions, reviews, shenanigans, and more!
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Welcome to Classic & Curious! A podcast dedicated to exploring today’s classic-styled life. Each month, we’ll be sharing conversations with some of our favorite personalities in travel, entertaining, fashion and interior design. We’ll discuss how they elevate their everyday with timeless classics – reimagined with a modern sensibility. So grab a cup of coffee or glass of wine, whatever suits your fancy. We hope to inspire you, make you laugh a little and look forward to every engagement. Cheers!
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For the best news, insight and gossip on Britain’s Royal family, tune in to The Royal Tea every week. From King Charles II and Queen Camilla, Prince of Wales William and Catherine, Princess Of Wales, to the antics of the Sussexes Harry and Meghan, our experts discuss the hot topics that are filling the news pages. Presented by TalkTV’s Royal Editor Sarah Hewson, The Royal Tea regularly features guests like Sun Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson, legendary Royal photographer Arthur Edwards, Royal Ex ...
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The New American Classics: Get to know Dunes and Duchess with co-founder Stacey Kunstel
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Distinct design, playful touches, and versatile functionality are just a few expressions that describe the New Milford, Connecticut brand Dunes and Duchess. Dunes and Duchess are purveyors of beautiful artistic furniture and lighting for your home. They are known for their stunning high gloss lacquer and signature turned wood spindles. Candelabras,…
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From Ina Garten's Kitchen to Yours! A conversation with Cassandra Schultz, Owner of Cassandra's Kitchen
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So many of us have fallen in love with Ina Garten. Whether it be her recipes or all that she embodies, she has made her way into our hearts. Well, if you don't know already, there's another very special person who is helping us bring a touch of Ina in our home. In this episode, Anne is joined by Cassandra Schultz, owner of Cassandra's Kitchen. Grow…
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Current Travel Trends, Tips and Love for Experiences with Inspirato President, David Kelley
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Experiences are an important component in shaping who we are. Travel being one of them, not only can be an adventure, it can be necessary for the soul. It refuels you, expands your perspective and creates memories that last a lifetime. For this episode, I am honored to host fellow travel enthusiast and a professional hospitality expert David Kaller…
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Enhancing your Culinary Experience with Formaggio Kitchen - A conversation with owner, Julia Hallman
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If you love to entertain or delight yourself with unique culinary delights - this is a must listen! We are lucky to host Julia Hallman, owner of Formaggio Kitchen in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Formaggio Kitchen is a gourmet food shop providing the finest artisan cheeses and specialty foods available domestically and abroad. Featured in Wine Enthusia…
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Get to know Salt Hotels with Co-Founder & CEO, David Bowd
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This episode is perfect for not only travel enthusiasts but those that adore boutique hotels and a sense of feeling connected. I am honored to host David Bowd, cofounder and CEO of Salt Hotels. David is a lifelong hotelier. With over 30 years in the industry, he shares his story from his first hotel role in England to the coveted experience of work…
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Bringing Everyday Luxury into your Home with Hôtel Silver's Hilary Allinson.
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This episode is perfect for tastemakers that love a touch of casual elegance incorporated into their everyday way of life. Learn about the rich and beautiful history of Hôtel Silver from Hilary Allinson, the daughter of Hotel Silver's founder, Ginger Kilbane. Hotel Silver is a thoughtfully curated assortment of European hotel silver and barware (v…
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Sussex.com: A Slick American Rebrand Or A Desperate Cash Grab? Arthur Edwards On Harry & Meghan
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have generated controversy once again with their latest online rebranding. The couple recently launched a newly branded website called Sussex.com, replacing their previous Archewell webpage. The website includes their biographies and lists their recent activities. However, the use of t…
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The Mother-Daughter duo behind Polka Dot England: The story of a timeless and chic lounge & sleepwear brand.
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This episode will be sure to put you in a comfy and cozy mood! We are thrilled to host Debbie and Rachel from Polkadot England, a mother daughter lounge and sleepwear collaboration! Debbie is the founder and creative designer of Polka Dot England. Her fashion industry expertise combined with her daughter, Rachel's CEO leadership, have placed Polkad…
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The Foundation of Interior Design: A Conversation with Simply Quartered Founders, Keri & Chad Thompson
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If you are a design enthusiast, this is a wonderful “intel” episode! In the world of design, natural materials are an example of a timeless element. We often are so focused on paint colors, fabric and furniture selections, we forget one of the most important selections is the foundation on which it is all platformed. In this episode, we are honored…
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"Nothing Is Sacred For Them" Prince Harry's Spare Vol.2 - The Final Straw For Royal Relations?
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In this week's Royal Tea Sarah Hewson is joined by Newsweek's Jack Royston and TalkTV regular and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan to discuss a week of royal health scares, yet another tell-all royal book from the Daily Mail's Robert Hardman, and the idea that Prince Harry could go scorched earth with a second volume of his book 'Spare'. The recent ann…
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Prince Andrew Vs Harry & Meghan: Who Has Done More Damage To Royal Family?
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This episode of The Royal Tea with Sarah Hewson, Robert Jobson and Afua Hagan tackles the ongoing controversy surrounding Prince Andrew's connection to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Specifically, they address the unsealing of court documents revealing allegations against Andrew and the implications for the Royal Family. Jobson says that the case is …
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Holiday Classic Movies: Our Favorites, Life Lessons & The Cocktail to Go with Each! A Conversation with My Chicago Friend, Jim O'Toole
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Make time for this episode during your holiday from now until New Years! Since it is the holidays and the season of “letting our hearts be light,” it’s a chance for me to invite one of my dearest friends on the podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by The James O’Toole from Chicago - Chi town as we call it, and Jim as I call him. Jim has a love for …
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"Duke & Duchess Of Montecito Are LOST!" Royal Family Outclass Harry & Meghan After Endgame Attacks
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In the midst of ongoing controversy surrounding the monarchy, the most senior members of the Royal Family put on a united front at the diplomatic reception held at Buckingham Palace. The event, which saw the King and Queen welcoming ambassadors and diplomats, was a powerful display of unity and strength in the face of recent accusations and scandal…
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Rediscover Classic Novels Revived for the Modern Reader: A Conversation with the Founders of Bond & Grace, A Women-Owned Publishing Company and Art House
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Be ready to have your curiosity heightened as we learn all about how classic novels are being rediscovered for the modern reader. We are honored to host Jacqueline Bond and Ayana Christie from the women-owned publishing and art house, Bond & Grace. Bond & Grace has masterminded the well known coffee-table book into an art novel that opens hearts an…
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"Harry And Meghan Have Blown This Up" How 'Racist Royals' Became Public
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On today's Royal Tea the panel discuss all of the fallout from Omid Scobie’s explosive new book Endgame, and how a ‘misprint' has named two royals at the centre of the royal race row. Joining Sarah Hewson to discuss all that and more are royal commentator and Talk TV regular Afua Hagan and The Sun’s former Royal Editor Emily Andrews. Click here for…
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“Very Painful For The King” How King Charles Could Open The Door To Harry And Meghan At Christmas
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Will King Charles offer an olive branch, however painful that might be, to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle this Christmas? Rumours suggest the King could make a difficult offer to somehow get together with the Sussexes in the UK over the Christmas period. On the rest of this week's Royal Tea the panel discuss the King’s lavish state banquet for the …
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Holiday Greenery and Fresh Floral: How to Create a Beautiful Statement in Your Home with Lauryn Soden from STEMS + CO, located in Fairfield County, CT.
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Tis the season to create the merry and bright in your home and we have the perfect guest to help you do just that! Lauryn Soden from STEMS & CO shares her insights and expertise on what to consider as you decorate your home for the holidays. STEMS + CO is boutique flower design studio specializing in floral subscriptions, workshops, events, and of …
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The Royal Tea: Inside the Palace after latest Prince Harry revelations
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The Royal Tea: Harry and Meghan Sacrifice Their Eco Values
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Prince William announced the five winners of the Earthshot prize in Singapore, expressing his commitment to tackling the climate crisis and making a difference. However, there was some criticism of his efforts, with comparisons made to the longstanding environmental work of his father, Prince Charles. Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced…
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Behind the Mic: Anne Swaps Seats with Author, Speaker and Emmy-nominated journalist, Andrea Vechhio
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In this week's episode of Classic & Curious, we're doing something a little different. The tables are turned as Anne steps out from behind the mic and becomes the interviewee. Joining her as the guest host is the talented author, TEDx speaker, and Emmy-nominated journalist, Andrea Vecchio. Andrea has been a globetrotting journalist, interviewing so…
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Classic Style for All Ages: A Conversation with Emily from emilyOandbows
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Get ready to be wowed as we welcome a truly accomplished and stylish young woman to the podcast. Meet Emily O, the creative mind behind emilyOandbows. Emily is a lifestyle and fashion influencer. She is an example of how passion, great taste and business savvy can lead to incredible success. With over 150k followers on her social platforms, Emily h…
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A Curated Chair for Every Home with J. Wilkinson Chair Company’s Jody Chaffee
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If you love statement pieces for your home that are defined by unique style and a beautiful monogram, you will love this episode! Jody tells the story of how J. Wilkinson Chair Company first began, her love of monograms and the significance of family history. Jody shares the details that go into the craftsmanship of stunning chairs along with the s…
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Hosting a Wonderful Stay with Liz Brodar, retired Boutique Inn Owner from The Hamptons
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This week on The Classic & Curious Podcast, Anne speaks with Liz Brodar, friend, muse and Award Winning Inn owner. A native New Yorker, Liz and her husband, Eric, have hosted over 1,000 guests at their Inn locations in Kennebunk, ME, and Southampton, NY. Liz talks about her journey with her Inn in Watermill, her inspirations and insights for hostin…
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Say hello to Anne Kokoskie, your guide to uncovering the world of timeless classics with a modern twist. Get ready for some truly inspiring conversations with her favorite personalities in the realms of travel, entertaining, fashion and decor. We'll explore their sources of inspiration, their go-to tips for creating memorable experiences and the se…
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Episode 36: Interview with Michael Koropisz, Victorian Artist
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In this episode we interview Michael Koropisz, an amazingly skilled portrait painter with a love of Victorian fashion. We wanted to get to know Michael a little better after he appeared in several online articles, so we had a nice long chat about art, aesthetics, his history, his love of Victorian clothing, costume vs. clothes, art for art's sake, …
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Episode 35: Designing American Duchess Shoes with Nicole Rudolph & Lauren Stowell
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Designing historically-inspired footwear is trickier than you might think! Join Nicole Rudolph and Lauren Stowell as we have a behind the scenes chat about the process of designing and making American Duchess historical shoes.From spec sheets and measurements to choosing leather and trying on samples, we go in depth with some of the process, challe…
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Episode 34: Exploring Different Types of Victorian Bustles from the 1870s & 1880s
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Victorian women wore bustles to enlarge their hips, bum, and to give them the fashionable shape, but did you know that there was more than just one type of bustle? In fact, there were loads of different types!In this episode, we sat down with Christina DeAngelo (our beloved Operations Manager and all-around cool chick) to discuss her research into …
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Episode 33: How Covid-19 & Small Costume Businesses (ft. Cynthia Settje of Redthreaded)
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It's been almost 2 months since Covid-19 turned our world upside down. As small businesses, we've been struggling with what to do, how to move forward, pivoting, and trying to out-think a pandemic. Featuring Cynthia of Redthreaded, this is a business-related episode, focused entirely on what we and Redthreaded have been doing to keep everything afl…
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