“Anthony Bourdain meets Step Brothers”—said some loser on Reddit. Brandon and Sean somehow became Europe travel experts and now spend each episode arguing about the best places to go, what to eat, and how not to look like a tourist. Expect weird history rabbit holes, unfiltered advice, and interviews with chefs, guides, and fellow travelers. It’s part trip-planning, part comedy, part therapy, brought to you by the travel pros at The Tour Guy.
French People Arr. Rude
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“Anthony Bourdain meets Step Brothers”—said some loser on Reddit. Brandon and Sean somehow became Europe travel experts and now spend each episode arguing about the best places to go, what to eat, and how not to look like a tourist. Expect weird history rabbit holes, unfiltered advice, and interviews with chefs, guides, and fellow travelers. It’s part trip-planning, part comedy, part therapy, brought to you by the travel pros at The Tour Guy.
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Recent Episodes
January 28, 2026
The Rise and Fall of the Persian Empire
<p>When most people think about the Persian Empire, they picture 300, Xerxes, and arrows blotting out the sun. But the real story is far more interesting and far more important.</p><p>Tours Mentioned in This Episode</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://thetourguy.com/tours/louvre-guided-tours" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Louvre Museum Tour with Skip the Line Entry</strong></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://thetourguy.com/tours/versailles-tours" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour with Transportation</strong></a></p></li></ul><p>In this episode, we break down how the Persian Empire became the first true superpower in history, stretching from modern day Turkey to India and Egypt. We walk through the reigns of Cyrus the Great, Cambyses, Darius, and Xerxes, separating Hollywood myth from historical reality.</p><p>You’ll learn how Persia conquered Babylon without a fight, freed enslaved peoples, built massive road systems, managed a multicultural empire, and why it repeatedly clashed with Greece. We also explain why Persia ultimately lost despite its size, wealth, and military power, and why Western history often understates just how advanced this empire really was.</p><p>If your understanding of Persia starts and ends with 300, this episode will completely change how you see the ancient world.</p><p><br></p><p>What This Episode Covers</p><ul><li><p>Why the Persian Empire was the first true superpower</p></li><li><p>Cyrus the Great and the origins of human rights</p></li><li><p>How Persia conquered Babylon, Egypt, and the ancient world</p></li><li><p>The truth behind 300 and the Battle of Thermopylae</p></li><li><p>Why Marathon was such a shocking upset</p></li><li><p>How Darius built roads, provinces, and an empire that actually worked</p></li><li><p>Why Xerxes lost Greece despite overwhelming numbers</p></li><li><p>How propaganda, logistics, and unity decide wars</p></li></ul><li><ul><li>Why Persia deserves more credit than it gets today</li></ul><p><br></p><p>The Tour Guy is Europe’s most trusted and reliable tour operator, offering expertly guided, stress free experiences across the continent’s most iconic destinations.</p></li>
January 21, 2026
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? | Myths, Power, and Collapse
Hosts Sean and Brandon discuss Napoleon Bonaparte's life, including his Corsican upbringing, military genius, rise to power during the French Revolution, and ultimate downfall, while dispelling common myths surrounding his legacy.
January 14, 2026
Alexander the Great: How One Man Conquered the Known World
Hosts Brandon and Sean examine Alexander the Great's life, from his upbringing and military strategies to his empire's collapse, revealing the psychology and turning points that shaped his legacy.
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