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The Making of Madrid

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by Felicity Hughes

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With its finger on the pulse of Spain's dynamic capital, "The Making of Madrid" dives into the city’s rich history while offering practical insights for anyone visiting or planning to stay. Hosted by journalist and tour guide Felicity Hughes, this podcast uncovers the stories, landmarks, and cultural quirks that define Madrid, along with valuable tips for expats and tourists alike. Visit my website for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook: https://shr.pn/tiNH Season two will be out in April 2026!

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June 15, 2026

A Black History of Madrid

<p>What does Madrid's history look like when you include the stories that have long been left out? In this episode, I sit down with activist and tour guide Kwame Ondo. He's spent years piecing together the hidden history of Black people in Spain — from pre-Colonial trade routes and the time of Al-Andalus, through to the slave markets of Seville and the abolitionist movement of the First Republic — to found his company Afro Iberían tours.</p><p>Kwame takes visitors through Madrid's old and modern city to uncover the Black figures, artworks, and stories hiding in plain sight. In the interview, we talk about the remarkable life of Juan de Pareja, Spain's role in the transatlantic slave trade, and why President Emilio Castelar — one of Spain's greatest orators — had to flee the country after speaking out against slavery.</p><p>We also discuss what Madrid looks like today: the effects of gentrification on Black communities, the politics of migration, and what Kwame, as a Pan-Africanist, thinks genuine justice would actually require.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Useful links</strong></p><p>Book Kwame at: <a href="https://afroiberica.com/en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Afro Ibería Tours</a></p><p>Documentary about Black Africans in Renaissance Europe: <a href="https://www.wewereherethefilm.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">We Were Here</a> </p><p>Painter and former slave: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_de_Pareja" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Juan de Pareja</a></p><p>Kwame's restaurant recommendations: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restaurantedakar/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Dakar </a>and<a href="https://share.google/wNtAFlEegJUKJTMcn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Los Caracoles </a></p>

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June 1, 2026

Madrid in 3 Days: The Perfect First-Time Itinerary

<p>Planning your first visit to Madrid? This episode contains a three-day itinerary designed to give you an authentic taste of Spain's capital city. On day one, you get oriented with the city's historical background, day two covers art, while day three takes you shopping. </p><p>But nothing is set in stone: alongside big-name attractions, I give you lesser-known alternatives to suit your individual needs: from gluten-free churros to quieter museums for the crowd-averse. </p><p>Whether you're interested in medieval history, modern art, vintage shopping, or simply soaking up the castizo spirit of Madrid, this episode provides practical recommendations to help you make the most of your time in this compact but culturally rich city.</p><p><br /></p><p>Visit my website and subscribe for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook</p><p><a href="https://shr.pn/tiNH" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠https://shr.pn/tiNH⁠⁠</a></p><p>To support the Making of Madrid, consider buying a copy of <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/products/quiet-madrid-tranquil-spaces-in-hidden-places/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠Quiet Madrid⁠</a>⁠, my guide to the city's tranquil spaces in hidden places. </p><p>You can also<a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/tip-jar/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> leave a tip</a> to show your support.</p><p>Or you could buy one of my ⁠<a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/audio-tours-with-voicemap/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠audio tours on Voicemap⁠</a>⁠. </p><p>Sign up for my <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/madrid-beyond-the-guide-book/⁠" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠newsletter to get a free copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook⁠</a></p><p>(visit themakingofmadrid.com if you can't use these links)</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Useful links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/2025/12/08/where-to-stay-in-madrid-a-locals-guide-to-the-best-neighborhoods/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Where to stay in Madrid</a></p><p><a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/2026/01/06/a-guide-to-el-rastro-madrids-legendary-flea-market/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Guide to the Rastro</a></p><p><a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/2023/11/22/a-history-of-chocolate-and-churros/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Churros and chocolate</a></p><p><a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/2024/08/05/what-to-do-on-a-layover-in-madrid/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">What to do on a layover in Madrid</a></p><p><a href="https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/best-time-to-visit-madrid" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">When to visit </a>(my article for Lonely Planet)</p>

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May 17, 2026

Guide to Malasaña

<p>Graffiti-spattered yet elegant Malasaña is filled with achingly cool boutique shops and hidden treasures. Once seedy and even a little dangerous, it's been transformed for better and worse in the past few years by gentrification, making it a safer, yet increasingly chichi destination. </p><p>While its heart is in Plaza Dos de Mayo, the great thing about Malasaña is that it sprawls across a wide area, so you can explore side streets to your heart's content. However, this can mean that navigation feels overwhelming, which is why I've created this episode to help guide you around the area.</p><p><br /></p><p>Visit my website and subscribe for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook</p><p><a href="https://shr.pn/tiNH" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠https://shr.pn/tiNH⁠⁠</a></p><p><br /></p><p>To support the Making of Madrid, consider buying a copy of <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/products/quiet-madrid-tranquil-spaces-in-hidden-places/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠Quiet Madrid⁠⁠</a>⁠, my guide to the city's tranquil spaces in hidden places. </p><p>You can also<a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/tip-jar/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠ leave a tip⁠</a> to show your support.</p><p>Or you could buy one of my ⁠<a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/audio-tours-with-voicemap/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠audio tours on Voicemap⁠⁠</a>⁠. </p><p>Sign up for my <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/madrid-beyond-the-guide-book/⁠" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠newsletter to get a free copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook⁠⁠</a></p><p>(visit themakingofmadrid.com if you can't use these links)</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>

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With its finger on the pulse of Spain's dynamic capital, "The Making of Madrid" dives into the city’s rich history while offering practical insights for anyone visiting or planning to stay. Hosted by journalist and tour guide Felicity Hughes, this podcast uncovers the stories, landmarks, and cultural quirks that define Madrid, along with valuable tips for expats and tourists alike.

Visit my website for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook: https://shr.pn/tiNH

Season two will be out in April 2026!

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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