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Podcast: The Thinking Traveller
Episode: Politics of Fashion - The Evolution of The First Lady
Description: The President is no doubt the most powerful political figure in the United States, but make no mistake: the First Lady is just as influential in her own right. In addition to the many appearances she makes and the causes she champions, she is also one of the most-followed people in the country, especially when it comes to her fashion choices. What they wore was not only a reflection of their husbands' politics, but their sartorial choices also had the ability to capture the public's attention, unlike any other official. In this episode, fashion historian Dr Anna Lebovic looks...