The Roman Guide to War
What were the secrets of Roman warfare?
What is the best way to defeat an enemy… and what does all this have to do with aqueducts?
Today Anya is joined by George Thomas to discuss the life of Frontinus, an ancient Roman general and governor of Roman Britain. In particular, they’re looking at Strata…
Natalie Haynes on Medea: Greek Tragedy's Most Shocking Heroine
Barbarian, witch, murderer… and mother.
Today Anya is joined by author and broadcaster Natalie Haynes to discuss one of Greek mythology’s most famous and dramatic characters, Medea.
Discover the complex legends and legacy of Medea, from her daring love story with Jason to its dark aftermath… and h…
Rebellions Against Rome: The Jewish Revolts
An age of apocalyptic thinking, a clash of empires, and a legacy that still shapes the world today...
Today Anya is joined by Professor Barry Strauss to discuss the Jewish Revolts against the Roman Empire. Discover what fueled these uprisings, and how their dramatic outcome has shaped centuries.
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Success & Stoicism: Practical Philosophy You Can Use - With Tom Morris
Can Ancient Philosophy Teach Us How to Succeed? | Tom Morris on Aristotle, Stoicism & Living WellWhat does it actually mean to succeed in life? And could Aristotle, the Stoics and other ancient thinkers have better answers than our modern obsession with money, status and achievement?In this episode…
Why Does Marcus Aurelius Still Speak To Us Today?
Why Is Marcus Aurelius Still So Powerful Today? | Aaron Poochigian on Stoicism & MeditationsNearly 2,000 years after his death, Marcus Aurelius still speaks directly to millions of readers. But why?In this episode of Classical Wisdom Speaks, Anya Leonard sits down with poet, classics scholar and tr…
How Philosophy Can Help When Things Go Wrong - With Philip Freeman
How Do You Cope When Everything Falls Apart? | Philip Freeman on Boethius & Ancient WisdomWhat can philosophy do for you when you have lost everything—your power, your freedom, your friends, and perhaps even your life?In this live episode of Classical Wisdom Speaks, Anya Leonard speaks with classic…
Where Are Greece’s GREATEST Hidden Gems? An Archaeologist's Guide
Where Should You Go in Greece for Ancient History? | Aristotle Koskinas on Hidden Gems & Must-See SitesPlanning a trip to Greece? Some of its greatest archaeological treasures are hiding in plain sight—and even at famous sites like Delphi, visitors can walk straight past monuments that changed Gree…
Why Myth Matters
What Can Greek Myth Teach Us About Being Human? | Why Myth MattersWhy have stories of gods, monsters, heroes and tragedy survived for thousands of years?For the ancient Greeks, myth wasn't simply entertainment. It helped people understand the gods, society, suffering, morality and the unpredictabil…
Who Decides What Counts as 'Classical'?
What Counts as Classical? | Dan-El Padilla Peralta on the Future of ClassicsWhy do we call ancient Greece and Rome “classical”? And who decided that their literature, art and philosophy should hold such a privileged place in our understanding of history?Is there a difference between studying the an…
Death & The Odyssey: What Can the Ancient Epics Teach Us About Death?
What Can Ancient Epics Teach Us About Death? | Homer, Lost Classics & Greek TragedyWhat can the greatest stories of ancient Greece teach us about death, and how to live?Thousands of years ago, Greek poets and playwrights were exploring questions we still struggle with today.Is a short life of glory…
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