Encore
Man About Town: The Story of Murray Hall
To celebrate a month of diversity, courage and pride, we are rereleasing this episode which continues to be one of the most talked about shows ever…
Episodes
#83
Gilded Age Newspapers: All That Was (Mostly) Fit to Print
To take a look at the news business Gilded Age style, Carl is joined by veteran journalist, writer, and tour guide, Michael Morgenthal for a journey through the pages…
#82
The Gilded Age’s Most Famous Dress: Alice Vanderbilt’s “Electric Light”
Carl pays a visit to the Museum of the City of New York for a very special episode with Collections Manager for Costumes and Textiles, Elizabeth Randolph as they…
#81
Jack the Ripper: Inside the World’s Most Famous Unsolved Murders
Renowned historian and author Richard Jones joins The Gilded Gentleman for this special extended show that delves deeply into perhaps the world’s most fascinating unsolved series of crimes. Many true…
#80
Royal Mothers and Daughters: A Conversation with Tracy Borman
Royal historian and author Tracy Borman returns to The Gilded Gentleman following her appearance on Crown & Scepter: The Coronation Show last year. Tracy, a noted historian is a frequent guest and…
#79
Sweeney Todd’s Original Johanna: A Tribute to Broadways’ Sarah Rice
Just over a year ago, as Broadway opened a revival of the classic Stephen Sondheim musical, "Sweeney Todd", The Gilded Gentleman was honored to sit down…
#78
The Edwardian Country House: Elegance and Eccentricity
Join Carl and returning listener favorite British country house historian Curt DiCamillo for a look into the world of the Edwardian country house. Audiences became fascinated by this world through the blockbuster…
#77
Gilded Age Undergarments: What did Mrs. Astor Wear (Under There)?
Fashion historian and author, Dr. Elizabeth L. Block returns to The Gilded Gentleman for a truly “undercover” investigation. This time, Liz joins Carl to take a look at the…
#76
The Hidden World of Gramercy Park: Unlocking History with Keith Taillon
Listener favorite historian Keith Taillon returns to the show for this in-depth look at one of New York City’s most unique and historic enclaves. The small two-acre square known since…
#75
The American Renaissance: Beaux-Arts Architecture in New York City
Carl is joined by noted architect, interior designer and author Phillip James Dodd for an in-depth discussion of the “look” of the Gilded Age — a style known as American Beaux-Arts.…
#74
Daring Dandies: Early 20th Century Men of Style and Scandal
In the previous episode “Dandies: Gentleman of Style from the 19th Century to Today”, Carl was joined by cultural historian and maker of fine custom clothing, Nathaniel Lee…
#73
The Sculptor and the Angel: The Untold Story of Emma Stebbins
In this episode, journalist and biographer, Maria Teresa Cometto joins The Gilded Gentleman for a look into the life of New York-born 19th-century sculptor Emma Stebbins. Emma…