#54: Harrods | The Playground of London's Rich & Famous

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It's one of the most famous department stores in the world,
catering to the world's rich and famous. 


But it hasn't always been this way. 


In this episode we take a look at the story of Harrods, and
discover the fascinating and unusual history of this iconic
London location. 


In today's episode we cover: 


How it all started, back in 1824

The Great Exhibition

When it all burned down

Harrods' famous customers

Brandy on the escalator

The Mohamed Al-Fayed years

The lawsuit with Harrods New Zealand

The cash for questions scandal

The feud with The British Royal Family

Selling lions and tigers

Spending £32,000 on chocolates

The Russian hoodie




Full transcript and key vocabulary available on the website
www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/harrods


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