When Tammany Hall politician, Murray Hall died at his home in Greenwich Village in 1901, his death sparked a national scandal. Murray Hall had a secret he kept hidden for over 20 years — what was it? Historic preservationist Ken Lustbader joins The Gilded Gentleman for a look at this little-known and deeply compelling story. Carl is… Continue reading Episode #4: Man About Town: The Story of Murray Hall
Topic: Notable Figures
Man About Town: The Story of Murray Hall ENCORE
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 to appear on The Gilded Gentleman. Listen to the original episode
Episode #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 of 19th-century newspapers. Michael traces the history of several of our most well-known newspapers today including the New York Post and the New York Times as well as how Gilded Age journalists and readers had… Continue reading Episode #83: Gilded Age Newspapers: All That Was (Mostly) Fit to Print
Episode #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 commentator on the BBC as well as many documentaries and programs internationally. Tracy’s most recent book “Anne Bolyn and Elizabeth I: The Mother and Daughter That Changed History” serves as the basis… Continue reading Episode #80: Royal Mothers and Daughters: A Conversation with Tracy Borman
Episode #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 world of corsets, bustles, straps and stockings all of which comprised the undergarment engineering to make the glorious gowns by Worth and other designers appear as glamorous as they did. In… Continue reading Episode #77: Gilded Age Undergarments: What did Mrs. Astor Wear (Under There)?
Episode #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 the 1830s as Gramercy Park has also been called “America’s Bloomsbury”. Taking the reference from London’s famous neighborhood once home to many great writers and artists, New York’s Gramercy Park has similarly included… Continue reading Episode #76: The Hidden World of Gramercy Park: Unlocking History with Keith Taillon
Episode #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 Stebbins is most noted for her iconic bronze statue, The Angel of the Waters placed on Central Park’s Bethesda Terrace in 1873. Maria Teresa Cometto is the author of the recently published “Emma and… Continue reading Episode #73: The Sculptor and the Angel: The Untold Story of Emma Stebbins
Episode #72: The Real Mamie Fish with Ashlie Atkinson and Keith Taillon
Mrs. Stuyvesant Fish, known to all as just Mamie, was another of the larger-than-life personalities during the Gilded Age. For this episode, Carl is joined by historian and writer Keith Taillon, a returning listener favorite, as well as actor Ashlie Atkinson who portrays Mamie Fish in HBO’s “The Gilded Age” for a look at just who this complicated but fascinating real-life… Continue reading Episode #72: The Real Mamie Fish with Ashlie Atkinson and Keith Taillon
Episode #71: Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence with Dr. Emily Orlando
In celebration of Edith Wharton’s birthday on January 24, join The Gilded Gentleman for this very special look into perhaps Wharton’s most famous and best-loved novel. Edith Wharton published The Age of Innocence at a very important moment in her life. When the novel came out in 1920, she had been living in France full-time for nearly 10 years… Continue reading Episode #71: Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence with Dr. Emily Orlando
Episode #36: Having a Ball: The Gilded Age’s Most Outrageous Parties
An in-depth look at some of the Gilded Age’s grandest evenings from the almost regal to the absolutely ridiculous. It’s an undisputed fact that the Gilded Age was an era (to some) of unbridled excess — provided one had the money of course. Those with a place in society and those that wanted it were locked in a… Continue reading Episode #36: Having a Ball: The Gilded Age’s Most Outrageous Parties