Bedste Ancient Rome-podcasts (2024)

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Sex and the SIngle Roman (Episode 48, S7) 54:07

2d ago54:07

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Explicit Material Rob interviews Vicki about her book: THE JOY OF SEXTUS. Subjects Discussed: How did the ancients see sexuality? The Sacred Band of Thebes. The meaning of the phallic symbol. Lesbians and Homosexuality. Interesting women of that period.Af Rob Cain

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Bonus 1 for Episode 48 12:59

2d ago12:59

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This is Bonus 1, for Episode 48. I strongly suggest you listen to this. Vicky Leon makes the strongest argument that social media existed in the Ancient World. The comparisons are riveting.Af Rob Cain

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Bonus 2 for Episode 48 7:21

2d ago7:21

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This is Bonus 2, for Episode 48. Vicky Leon discusses her book WORKING IX to V. Watching sword and sandal movies you might think there were just slaves, soldiers and Christians in the ancient world. The fact is…people had to make living. What would you do to survive in the Ancient World? What skills could you bring to the BCE?…

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INCEPTIO - Women Take Over (Epi47, S7) 50:48

1M ago50:48

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Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. Rob Cain interviewes Alison Morton, author of the thriller and the altenative history book INCEPTIO. Synopsis: Imagine a Christian Emperor forcing pagans to convert, and those that refuse decide to migrate to a new homeland in Europe. Now in the 21st Century a NE…

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Medicine in the Ancient World (Epi46, S7) 56:16

2M ago56:16

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Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. Rob Cain interviews Helen King on Medicine in the Ancient World. Helen King is a British classical scholar and advocate for the medical humanities. She is Professor Emerita of Classical Studies at the Open University. She was previously Professor of the History o…

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Antigone through a digital lens, with Creation Theatre 45:29

2M ago45:29

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Creation Theatre's Artistic Director Dr Helen Eastman talks about digital theatre, Creation's award-winning approach to digital work, and how they have used it both to interpret and to intervene in Sophocles' ancient tragedy. Creation Theatre's digital production of Antigone premiered in May 2024 and is being revived 26-28 September and 21-23 Novem…

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Emperor Trajan WANTS YOU! 49:38

3M ago49:38

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Af Rob Cain

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Bonus 2 (Episode 44, S7) 1:50

4M ago1:50

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Dr. Gregory Aldrete provides his take on "Why the Classics Matter". CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Rob Cain

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Bonus1 (Episode 44, Season 7) 11:18

4M ago11:18

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The observations of Alicia Aldrete in recreating the cloth armor of the ancients. CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Rob Cain

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How I Got to Shoot an Arrow at a Student and Write a Book About it. (Epi 44, S7) 40:18

4M ago40:18

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Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. An interview with Dr. Gregory Aldrete on how the Ancients created 'cloth' armor as protection against arrows. 2:30 - 8:15 Contributor Matthew Leigh Embleton gives us his hip-po…

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Take the Menorah ( Episode 43, Season 7) 41:06

5M ago41:06

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Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. Rob Cain interviews Steven Fine, historian of Judaism in the Greco-Roman World. Dr. Fine is professor of Jewish History at Yeshiva University in New York, director of the Arch of Titus Digital Restoration project and of the Yeshiva University Center for Israel St…

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Romans in England (Episode 42, S7) 47:20

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Got something to share on the Ancient World? Call the comment line at: 1-508-864-6722. CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Rob Cain

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Marco Martinelli and Teatro delle Albe: Italy and Community Theatre 44:21

7M ago44:21

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A podcast episode with Marco Martinelli Playwright and theatre director Marco Martinelli (co-founder of Teatro delle Albe) discusses his community-theatre projects, past and future, in Italy, France, and London, involving amateur actors, school children, and young adults, using Aristophanes, Dante, and Cervantes.…

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Story Contest (S7) 3:58

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Af Rob Cain

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Ancient Roman Girl Found! Dead but Stunning. (Epi 41, S6) 19:49

1y ago19:49

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A Halloween Special. In 1485 workmen came across the body of a dead Ancient Roman girl in a sarcophagus. The body was uncorrupted. She was beautiful. As you may guess this became a bit of a sensation in Rome. CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Rob Cain

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Great Books of the Western World (Epi 40, S6) 12:49

1y ago12:49

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Total playing time: 12 minutes. An original story written by Rob Cain. Narration by Skye Taylor Synopsis: Alice has a YouTube Channel called Alice through the Looking Glass. In this episode she talks about how she became a classics major. She avoided telling her father, and one day her grandfather gives her the entire set of GREAT BOOKS OF THE WEST…

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Bob Carr’s Excellent Adventure (Epi 39, S6) 54:16

1y ago54:16

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Rob Cain interviews a Mr. Bob Carr who went down to Tikal in 1959 to assist in the surveying and mapping of this ancient site. Assisted by John Windmuller, Bob's son-in-law, Rob, John and Bob conduct a kitchen interview about his two years in the jungle. The mystery of what was termed an ARRIVAL BOWL is discussed near the end.…

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Frasier and the Witchery of Powerful Women (Epi 38, S6) 8:00

1y ago8:00

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Rob Cain provides an Editorial on the beloved character of Lilith Sternin of the TV Show Frasier. Was Lilith just an ex-wive, or was she purposely created to take the attributes of a mythological character? CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Indiana Jones and the Bull of Persepolis (Epi37, S6) 40:54

1y ago40:54

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INDIANA JONES AND THE BULL OF PERSEPOLIS Rob Cain writes a love letter to a museum. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures once known as the Oriental Museum is at the University of Chicago on the city's southside. If you visit take an uber to visit this unique museum that frankly looks like a set for the next Indiana Jones Movie. Don't was…

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Forget Cleopatra. Where’s my Queen Zenobia and Queen Amanirenas? (Epi 36, S6) 9:02

1y ago9:02

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EDITORIAL Forget Cleopatra. Where's my Queen Zenobia and Queen Amanirenas? Rob Cain goes on a rant about the entertainment industry's continued fascination with Cleopatra VII. Typing out an article on his laptop while listening to Seraj Nebal, he puts forth his frustration while waiting for other movies to be made about other powerful women. Tell t…

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Gladitorial Games at Starbucks (Epi 35, S6) 28:22

1y ago28:22

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Gladiatorial Games at Starbucks 32:00 - 1:17 Introduction 1:17- 10:03 Matthew Leigh Embleton and the History of Latin, Pt. II 10:10 - 11:59 Rob Introduces an audio segment from the 1970s TV production THE PALLISERS. This is basically a dramatic scene within a courtroom that illustrates how Latin could be used for communication. 12:02 - 18:10 An Iri…

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Dinner with Stroud (Epi 34, S6) 45:23

1y ago45:23

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A conversation with the historian Michael G. Stroud. Synopsis: Michael G. Stroud and Rob Cain discuss subjects as the nature of history and its study, the importance of context, and the history of Tudor and Roman Naval Sea Power. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgstroud/ CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/…

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The 12 Labors of Antony (Epi 33, S6) 33:52

1y ago33:52

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The 12 Labors of Antony A Dramatic Narration in a 'What-if?' vein. An original story by Rob Cain and performed by Jordan Harbour of Twilight Histories. Imagine Marc Antony going to a public relations firm for advice on how to win over the people of Rome in his war against Octavian. This story is about the Aequitas Publicae Negotium, a public relati…

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Spanish Voyage, Ambience of Renaissance Spain (Bonus 2, Epi 32, S6) 9:30

1y ago9:30

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Photo of Matthew Leigh Embleton Check out more of Matthew's music at: http://www.matthewleighembleton.co.uk/ CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Snakestyle - K Minor (Bonus1, Epi 32, S6) 6:06

1y ago6:06

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Photo of Matthew Leigh Embleton CHECK OUT THE BLOG AT: https://ancientromerefocused.org/Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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13 Strings on a Renaissance Lute (Epi 32, S6) 36:07

1y ago36:07

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An interview with Matthew Leigh Embleton, composer, musician and writer out of Kent, England. Rob Cain and Matthew discuss Ancient Latin, the Vikings and assorted historical observations. Matthew discusses his favorite 'epochs'. Check out Matthew's website at: www.matthewleighembleton.co.uk Matthew Leigh Embleton Available Bonus Material includes: …

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Down and Out in Ancient Rome (Epi 31, S6) 33:34

1y ago33:34

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Down and Out in Ancient Rome features the dramatic narrative DOWN AND OUT IN ANCIENT Rome. This story takes you into the backstreets of ancient Rome. Tristan is the writer and producer for The Story Engine Podcast and Twilight Histories. Intro: 0-2:48 Rob talks about the hit TV show LOKI: 2:54 - 10:45 Matthew Leigh Embleton gives a lecture on Runes…

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Seikilos Epitaph, live performance (Bonus 2, Epi 30, S6) 10:21

1y ago10:21

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Intro Narration by David Denyer. Wikipedia The Seikilos epitaph is the oldest surviving complete musical composition, including musical notation, from anywhere in the world. The epitaph has been variously dated, but seems to be either from the 1st or the 2nd century CE. The song, the melody of which is recorded, alongside its lyrics, in the ancient…

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The Bacchae Suite (Bonus 1, Epi 30, S6) 6:48

1y ago6:48

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A mix of music provided by London composer David Denyer. Agave was performed and sung by Charlotte Holtum ("Give me Strength") Dionysus was performed and sung by Pavlos Christodoulou Singing Bacchae were Alisha Iyer, Faidra Faitaki, Polyanna Cohen ("The Divine Will", "What is Wisdom?").Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Commentary on the debate. (Bonus 1, Epi29, S5) 13:54

1y ago13:54

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Anna Kouremenos (lecturer at Quinnipiac University) and Rob Cain discuss a debate between Boris Johnson, Mayor of London (at the time), and Mary Beard, noted Classicist, when they took on each other in a debate forum to decide what culture was better: the Romans or the Greeks? Ms. Kouremenos as a Greek Historical academic provides a courtside analy…

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ROMANS GO HOME! (Episode 29, S5) 31:39

1y ago31:39

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The primary discussion is on her paper: PΩΜΑΙΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ ≠ ROMAN OCCUPATION: (MIS)PERCEPTIONS OF THE ROMAN PERIOD IN GREECE. A line from the paper sums up the direction of her research: "…very little has been written about modern perceptions of this period." This paper is available on Academia.edu. This is a fun and interesting discussion with an outst…

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Roman Britain’s Missing Legion (Epi 28, S5) 38:23

1y ago38:23

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On the show Rob Cain interviews Simon Elliot the author of Roman Britain's Missing Legion: What really happened to the IX Hispana? Subjects covered in the podcast: * Evidence. * Citations in the records. * Possible solutions to the mystery. * The origins of the name Caesar. * What is the dream find for an archeologist to settle the IX Hispana myste…

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The Roman Guide to Slave Management (Epi 27, S5) 27:34

1y ago27:34

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This podcast reviews the book: THE ROMAN GUIDE TO SLAVE MANAGMENT. Rob interviews the author and reads excerpts from the book. The Roman Guide to Slave Management, is a sly, subversive guide to the realities of servitude in ancient Rome. Cambridge scholar Jerry Toner uses Falx, his fictional but true-to-life creation, to describe where and how to R…

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All about KLEOs (BONUS 2, Epi 26, S5) 4:23

1y ago4:23

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Hayley Russell, producer of Helicon Theatrical Productions, discusses the ancient concept of KLEOS. Kleos is the Greek word often translated to "renown" or "glory". It is related to the English word "loud" and carries the implied meaning of "what others hear about you". According to Wikipedia, a Greek hero earns kleos through accomplishing great de…

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Milman Perry and Albert Lord (BONUS 1, Epi 26, S5) 3:37

1y ago3:37

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Andrew Hulse, producer of Helicon Theatrical Productions, discusses the scholar of epic poetry, Milman Perry, and his associate Albert Lord. Hulse promotes Lord's book The Singer of Tales as a "wacky and mind bending…" experience. Albert Bates Lord was a professor of Slavic and comparative literature at Harvard University who, after the death of Mi…

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Don’t Sacrifice the Storyteller (Epi 26, S5) 50:03

1y ago50:03

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This story is about is interpreting a third century poem that puts Frogs and Mice into the characters of Ancient Heroes. Yes, this poem actually exists. Imagine you create a theater company. You decide to bring to life this ancient poem. You hold auditions, and you study the ancient storytellers called the Rhapsodoi. Picking out the best storytelle…

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Invoking Rome (NEWS RELEASE) 6:24

1y ago6:24

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News Release: Speech by Michael Bennet of Colorado Using Rome as an example during a speech in Congress after a mob tried to intervene in the legal and fair election of the President of the United States.Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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A Classic Hero Sandwich (Epi 25, S4) 22:26

1y ago22:26

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Rob Cain goes on a rant about modern and ancient heroes. He discusses the heroes of literature and reviews the heroes celebrated on TV as he was growing up. What is a modern hero? What is a classical one? Do heroes pay a price? 18:45 into the podcast a musical tribute is given to Khaled al-Asaad, a Syrian archaeologist and the head of antiquities a…

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Biblio-Archaeology 101 (Epi 24, S4) 10:56

1y ago10:56

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If I was going to do walking tour of Great Britain I would pack this book with an extra pair of socks. Roman Britain is a great book, based on a series of lectures given at Oxford University. The book is filled with maps and drawings and insights into the ancient world. Check out the great map on the inside cover. Go for an old edition. It has a lo…

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Dumpster Fire (BONUS 2, Epi 23, S4) 4:47

1y ago4:47

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An original musical piece by Zebulon (aka: Morgan Taubert). The piece was played in Episode 23 (S4) by permission of the artist. Do you want to hear more of his music? Check out Morgan's website at:https://zebulonstoryteller.bandcamp.com/Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Letter to Herodotus (BONUS 1, Epi 23, S4) 8:13

1y ago8:13

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Morgan Taubert decides to write a letter to Herodotus, the Father of History. Check out his blogsite at: http://letterstocicero.blogspot.com/Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Where the Grapes Grow with Cicero (Epi 23, S4) 44:02

1y ago44:02

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Rob Cain interviews Morgan Taubert from Adelaide, South Australia. Morgan writes letters to the dead. This includes letters to Marcus Tullius Cicero. What do you say to the greatest orator of the Roman Republic? What would you say? After you listen to the podcast check out Morgans' blog at: LETTERS TO CICERO (AND MY OTHER DEAD FRIENDS). http://lett…

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Why Study the Classics (BONUS 3, Epi 22, S4) 1:52

1y ago1:52

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Dr. Joel Christensen, Brandeis University, gives his opinion on why it's important to study the classics, and why we should learn Latin and Ancient Greek.Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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The Sound of Ancient Greek (BONUS 2, Epi 22, S4) 3:03

1y ago3:03

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Rob Cain and Dr. Christensen of Brandeis University have a small exchange on the question, "Do we really know what Ancient Greek sounded like?"Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Batraomyomachia (BONUS 1, Epi 22, S4) 15:00

1y ago15:00

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An original composition from the podcast Mice and Frogs Behaving Badly. Composer: Matthew Leigh Embleton http://www.matthewleighembleton.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4pgcRSMEr4Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Mice and Frogs Behaving Badly (Epi 22, S4) 41:08

1y ago41:08

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The Batrachomyomachia or Battle of the Frogs and Mice is a comic epic, or a parody of the Iliad, commonly attributed to Homer. Prof. Joel Christensen and Eric Robinson have translated this odd poem putting frogs and mice in the place of the Homeric Heroes. Dr. Christiansen, is an associate professor of Classical Studies and comparative literature, …

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The Case of the Ebay Conundrum (Epi 21, S4) 21:05

1y ago21:05

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Rob Cain discovers antiques being sold on the internet. He digs deeper and deeper into what is real and what is perceived to be real. He answers an inquiry from Robert W.M. Greaves, the author of the popular blog site Matters Arising, and airs an interview by the late Archaeologist William Glover on the nature of context. This is a true investigati…

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The Case of the Caesarian [sic] Quote (Epi 20, S4) 13:33

1y ago13:33

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Time for a little detective work. Did Julius Caesar actually say: "I could kill you faster than I could threaten to kill you?" It's on the internet. So it has to be true. Right? Rob Cain's Historical Detective Agency tries to find the out the truth.Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Call-in Show Opening Kickoff (Epi 19, S4) 57:04

1y ago57:04

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Old friends call in.Af Ancient Rome Refocused

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Something Wonderful (Epi 18, S3) 1:01:51

1y ago1:01:51

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00:00 - 18:35 Come with us to Mars! What if a civilization was discovered on Mars? What if behind a stonewall, the remnants of a Martian Civilization was discovered? Ancient Rome Refocused presents a dramatic narration of how this could very much match an unusual mania that swept the world in the 1920s. Upon the discovery of King Tut's tomb, music,…

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