Episode 24: Hagia Sophia: May She Outlive Us All
A BYWAP First: An Architecture Episode! In today's episode, we finally talk about one of the most captivating buildings in the world: the Hagia Sophia. A church, then a basilica, then a mosque, then a museum, and now a mosque again has been continuing the ebb and flow of lived history. In today's episode, we tackle the long-standing history of this magnificent monument and how it's being impacted in 2020. Join us as we celebrate They Might Be Giants, challenge neoimperialism, cry about how wonderful Byzantine Architecture, and reconsider their lives when a five-year project involves building the literal heavens. Donate. Sign petitions. Support Black-owned businesses. Educate yourselves. Listen. Speak. Repatriate. Stay Safe. Don't Touch Your Face. Wash Your Hands.
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Our music was written and recorded by Elene Kadagidze.
Our cover art was designed by Lindsey Anton-Wood.
