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In this episode we explore Barcelona through the work of Antoni Gaudí, the architect who fused religious devotion with nature's forms to transform the city. From his early years to his most iconic works (Casa Batlló, Park Güell), we trace his obsessive life's project: the Sagrada Familia. A basilica conceived to redeem the sins of a city, whose plans were destroyed during the Civil War, and whose creator may yet be declared a saint.

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In this episode, we explore the life and work of Pablo Neruda, one of Latin America’s most influential writers. We trace his journey from his childhood in Chile to poetic fame, covering his solidarity with the Spanish Republic, his friendship with Salvador Allende, and his years in exile. We also examine the controversies surrounding his personal life and the 2023 forensic study that fueled suspicions of the Pinochet dictatorship’s involvement in his death.