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Episode 23·Nov 26, 2024
Persia in its Prime: A History of the Early Persian Empire and the Jews
The Persian Empire dominated the Ancient Near East, affecting Jews and gentiles alike.
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind·Episode 22·Nov 21, 2024
The Odyssey: The Curious Case of Odysseus
The gods and fate continue to control mankind, but The Odyssey will now add a third element: human folly. Together, we’ll answer the following questions:
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40:29Episode 24·Nov 28, 2024
Clash of Empires: Greek Politics and the Persian Wars
The rivalry between Athens and Sparta is one that has ignited minds and passions for generations.
40:07Episode 25·Dec 3, 2024
Herodotus: The Greek Invention of History
Herodotus is sometimes called the “father of history,” because he fundamentally changed the way humanity viewed its own story.
28:07Episode 26·Dec 5, 2024
Fifth-Century Athens: A Time of War and Culture
Not even the Peloponnesian Wars could stop the continued development of culture in Athens.
