A Brief History of the Pietà

Pinel’s work is considered the precursor to psychiatry. In the late 18th century, he overhauled the asylum system of Paris with his groundbreaking ideas about mental health. Research: Bicêtre Hospital. https://hopital-bicetre.aphp.fr/lhopital Boullerne, A.I., et al. “The origins ... Show More

This 2020 episode covers the Flexner Report, which is often credited with changing the medical field and shaping what medical education looks like today. But this document negatively impacted medicine in the Black community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Tracy and Holly talk about corporal punishment in schools and student loans. Tracy relays her experience at the British Museum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p>David by the incredible Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo is a fascinating work of Biblical proportions. To learn more, listen to this episode of Accessible Art History: The Podcast.</p> <p><br></p> <p>For images and sources, please visit this blog post: <strong>https://www.ac ... Show More

<p>In this episode of Metropolitan Masterpieces by Accessible Art History: The Podcast, I'm discussing Duccio's magnificent Madonna and Child!</p> <p>For images and sources: <a href="https://www.accessiblearthistory.com/post/podcast-episode-82-metropolitan-masterpieces-duccio-s-m ... Show More

There are lots of questions that come up in every art history classroom. We hear them over and over again. What is art, really, and how can you define it? Why is the Mona Lisa smiling? What happened to the Winged Victory's arms? And then there's one that you'll hear, or that you' ... Show More

Michelangelo was one of the greatest artists of his time, with works such as the Sistine Chapel and his sculpture of David, earning him an enduring place in history. Amid the complex Italian politics of his time, Michelangelo navigated powerful dynasties, religious upheavals, and ... Show More

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the astonishing work of Michelangelo (1477-1564) in this great chapel in the Vatican, firstly the ceiling with images from Genesis (of which the image above is a detail) and later The Last Judgement on the altar wall. For the Papacy, Michelangelo's ... Show More

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about a journey Mona Lisa took across the ocean, as well as the history of the painting. Afterwards, she talks about a recent release. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on ... Show More

<p>During the next few weeks, the 15-History Podcast team is taking a break and bringing you some of their favorite previous episodes. This episode originally aired on November 16, 2020. </p><p>Join us as we teach you about the genius of Michelangelo Buonarroti, his timeless work ... Show More

Michelangelo was considered to be one of the greatest examples of a Renaissance man. He is also one of the worst examples of personal hygiene. Learn a little bit about the artist who painted the ceiling on the Sistine Chapel. Related episodes: Michelangelo | The Sistine Chapel C ... Show More