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The Making of Madrid

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by Felicity Hughes

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43 episodes
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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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July 27, 2026

Present Arms!

<p>The Royal Armoury at the Palacio Real recently reopened to the public. To celebrate, I put together this episode featuring some of the highlights of the collection. From the cute armour worn by Carlos I's dog to the full suit made for Felipe II's marriage to Mary Tudor, I cover stories connected to the powerful Habsburg family before finishing up with a look at the newest items on display: beautiful yet lethal arquebuses produced in Madrid during Bourbon rule. </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/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠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/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠ 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/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠audio tours on Voicemap⁠⁠⁠</a>⁠. </p><p>Sign up for my <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/madrid-beyond-the-guide-book/⁠" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠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>

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July 13, 2026

Gluten Free Madrid

<p>Unable to eat wheat and worried about a trip to Madrid? Worry no more! Event photographer and videographer Gareth Sewell knows better than most about this subject: despite being diagnosed as having Celiac disease a few years ago, he has continued to go out and enjoy the restaurant scene. </p><p>In this interview we talk about why Madrid is still a great destination if you can&#39;t eat wheat, the vocabulary you&#39;ll need for ordering gluten-free food, where to buy gf bread and most importantly where to eat out. This episode will appeal to anyone who wants the lowdown on the best gluten-free restaurants in the city! </p><p>Gareth has been known to do the occasional food tour and you can find him at https://www.gts-life.com/</p><p><strong>Support the show:</strong></p><p>Leave a review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts</p><p>Pick up 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>, the e-book guide to the city&#39;s quieter corners — available at <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠The Making of Madrid⁠</a></p><p>Get an audio walking tour on <a href="https://voicemap.me/publisher/felicity-hughes" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠VoiceMap⁠</a> — including a new Malasaña backstreets tour featuring several of the tile locations mentioned in this episode</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

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June 29, 2026

Sistine Chapel of Tile Art Reopens

<p>Los Gabrieles on Calle Echegaray has finally reopened after more than 20 years, and it was worth every minute of the wait. In this episode, I dig into the history of one of Madrid&#39;s most spectacular bars and the remarkable renaissance of commercial ceramic tile art in the city during the 1920s.</p><p><strong>Places mentioned in this episode:</strong></p><p><strong>Los Gabrieles</strong>, Calle Echegaray 17, Barrio de las Letras — no reservations for the downstairs bar, arrive before 1.30pm</p><p><strong>Villa Rosa</strong>, Plaza de Santa Ana — flamenco bar with beautiful tiled facade</p><p><strong>Antigua Casa Talavera</strong>, Calle Isabel la Católica — fourth-generation tile shop, over 100 years old</p><p><strong>Farmacia Juance</strong>, Calle San Andrés, Malasaña — an extraordinary surviving tile shopfront</p><p><strong>Museo de Historia de Madrid</strong>, Calle Fuencarral, Malasaña</p><p><strong>Matadero Madrid</strong>, Paseo de la Chopera — former slaughterhouse, now an arts centre with surviving tile work</p><p><strong>Chamberi Ghost Station</strong> — preserved 1920s metro station with original tile advertisements</p><p><strong>Talavera de la Reina</strong> — a great day trip from Madrid if you want to go deeper into the history of the craft</p><p><strong>Support the show:</strong></p><p>Leave a review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts</p><p>Pick up a copy of <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/products/quiet-madrid-tranquil-spaces-in-hidden-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Quiet Madrid</a>, the e-book guide to the city&#39;s quieter corners — available at <a href="https://www.themakingofmadrid.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Making of Madrid</a></p><p>Get an audio walking tour on <a href="https://voicemap.me/publisher/felicity-hughes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">VoiceMap</a> — including a new Malasaña backstreets tour featuring several of the tile locations mentioned in this episode</p><p><br></p>

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What is The Making of Madrid?

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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This podcast updates daily.

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