About this podcast
Step into the enchanting realm of mythology and explore the roots of modern civilisation!
This beginner-friendly podcast introduces you to the fascinating tales of gods, heroes, and the rich culture of the Classical World. From epic adventures to moral lessons, each episode explores the things that have shaped our history and continue to influence modern society.
Perfect for newcomers eager to discover the timeless stories that connect us all!
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Episodes
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- Marcus Aurelius: The Philosopher-King · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 15How did the wisest man ever to rule Rome end up choosing its most disastrous successor? "You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realise this, and you will find…
- Dacia: Rome's Humiliation and Salvation · 26 min · Season 4 Episode 14How did an emperor desperate to look like a conqueror end up handing his successor an open humiliation to fix? In this episode of What a Classic!, we head to Dacia, following the…
- Boudica: The Woman Who Nearly Broke Rome · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 13How do you turn one grieving widow's revenge into the closest Rome ever came to losing a province? In this episode of What a Classic!, we head to Roman Britain for the revolt of…
- Rome at Its Peak: Trajan, Hadrian, and Antoninus Pius · 18 min · Season 4 Episode 12In this episode of What a Classic!, we pick up the story of the early Roman Empire at its absolute peak, exploring the three emperors who took Rome from its greatest territorial…
- The Teutoburg Forest - Rome's Darkest Day · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 11How do you avenge the worst defeat in your empire's history - and what does it cost the man sent to do it? In this bonus episode of What a Classic!, we take a detour from our…
- Foundations of Empire: Augustus, Tiberius, and Claudius · 20 min · Season 4 Episode 10How do you turn a collapsing Republic into an empire that lasts for centuries? In this episode of What a Classic!, we continue our journey through Roman history as we explore the…
- From Republic to Empire: The Fall of Julius Caesar and Rise of Augustus · 26 min · Season 4 Episode 9In this episode of The Classical Companion, we continue our journey through Roman history by exploring one of the most significant turning points in the ancient world: the…
- The Roman Republic: Rise and Fall · 29 min · Season 4 Episode 8In this episode of The Classical Companion, we explore one of the most remarkable political systems of the ancient world: the Roman Republic. How did a small city on the banks of…
- Understanding The Odyssey · 34 min · Season 4 Episode 7What a Classic! is back! After a short break, I'm delighted to return with an episode exploring one of the greatest stories ever told: Homer's Odyssey. With Christopher Nolan's…
- The Foundation of Rome · 34 min · Season 4 Episode 6This week on What a Classic!, we are going back to the very beginnings of Ancient Rome. From the fall of Troy and Aeneas’ fateful journey, to the legendary tale of Romulus and…
- A Guide to Classical Symbolism · 41 min · Season 4 Episode 5Tune in to this listener-requested episode on Classical Symbolism, where we explore key symbols from ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt. Grouping symbols together into broad themes…
- The Athenian Legal System · 30 min · Season 4 Episode 4In this episode, we explore the Athenian legal system, focusing on how justice was administered and the role of citizens in upholding the law. We start by looking at the…
- Athenian Democracy · 38 min · Season 4 Episode 3In this episode of The Classical Companion, we explore the inner workings of Athenian democracy, focusing on how power was structured and balanced to prevent monopolisation. We…
- Iliad Book 11: The Broken Line · 41 min · Season 3 Episode 15Book 11 plunges into relentless battle as dawn brings the goddess of Strife to rouse both armies. Agamemnon leads a fierce Greek assault, killing Trojan warriors – including…
- Athenian Politics - The Road to Democracy · 29 min · Season 4 Episode 2In this episode of The Classical Companion, we explore the road to Athenian democracy. Join us as we break down Athens’ transition from monarchy to aristocracy, the role of early…
- Iliad Book 10: The Night of Spies · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 14In this episode of What a Classic!, we explore Book 10 of Homer’s Iliad. The battlefield sleeps, but the war does not. In this thrilling nighttime episode of the Iliad, Odysseus…
- Introduction to Ancient Greece · 20 min · Season 4 Episode 1In this first episode of The Classical Companion, we explore the fascinating world of Ancient Greece. Join us as we break down the geography, city-states, and historical periods…
- Iliad Book 9: The Price of Achilles’ Pride · 47 min · Season 3 Episode 13In this episode of What a Classic!, we explore Book 9 of Homer’s Iliad, where the Greek war effort hangs in the balance. With the Trojans pressing hard, Agamemnon sends an…
- Iliad Book 8: The Trojans' Advance · 35 min · Season 3 Episode 12In this electrifying episode of What a Classic!, we dive into Book 8 of the Iliad, where the gods’ power takes centre stage and the fate of the war hangs in the balance. Zeus…
- Iliad Book 7: A Duel and Ceasefire · 28 min · Season 3 Episode 11In this episode, we dive into Book 7 of The Iliad, where the tension between the Greeks and Trojans reaches a new height. Following the gods’ influence over the battle, the two…
