# S2 EP24 — Charles Saumarez Smith

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Podcast: [Superurbanism](https://stenobird.com/podcast/superurbanism-6427106)
Published: 2025-08-07T15:49:51+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/machinebooks-superurbanism/2155919
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## Resource

Charles Saumarez Smith is a distinguished British cultural historian and curator known for his leadership in major art institutions including the National Gallery and the Royal Academy. He spoke to Tim about his latest fascination, the life and works of the great British baroque architect John Vanburgh.

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