The Classics Podcast
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Produced by The Classical Association, this podcast features content all about the ancient world - from revision material for students of ancient history to stories inspired by classical mythology, to interviews with famous voices and people from all walks of life discussing the classical past, there's something for everyone. Follow The Classics Podcast on Instagram at @theclassicalpod so you don't miss out on a single episode and @theclassicalassociation to keep up to date with our work. Out now: TCP Does Roman History
Mary-Ann Ochota, Anthropologist & Broadcaster: Classics and Careers
In the final episode of Season 2, Katrina chats to Mary-Ann Ochota, author of Hidden Histories and Secret Britain, anthropologist, broadcaster and President of the Countryside Charity. You might recognise Mary-Ann from Time Team or as a documentary maker and presenter for the BBC World Service.They discuss early adventures, her university experience, her favourite archaeological sites, and how she got into the world of broadcasting, from work experience to the freelance hustle. Mary-Ann's websit
Apr 17, • 45:17
Augustan Inscriptions with Dr Abigail Graham
After an introduction to Roman epigraphy (what do we mean by inscriptions and how can we go about reading them?), Dr Abigail Graham (Institute of Classical Studies) explores how we should analyse these types of sources and consider their limitations as well as the information they shed on the ancient past.She then hones in on the Augustan inscriptions that are part of the A Level Roman Period Study syllabus, considering both victory monuments and smaller religious inscriptions. 08:10: Actium Tri
Apr 14, • 38:47
Tom Davey, Actor & Educator: Classics and Careers
Tom Davey, RADA trained actor, talks to Katrina about his favourite roles, playing in an adaptation of Antigone at the Edinburgh Fringe, his company Bright Torches inspiring young people and the power of storytelling to build resilience. Find out more about Bright Torches and on our blogFind more episodes of Classics and Careers Follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram Join the Classical Association to access discounts, events and moreFollow the CA on I
Apr 3, • 28:49
Ancient Tokens - Revisited!
Katrina welcomes back Dr Clare Rowan from the University of Warwick to find out what brilliant ideas entrants had in her Tokens Competition - from gladiators to feasts, gambling to securing safe passage to the Underworld, these fascinating objects have a rich and still uncertain history so there were lots of creative responses! Listen to Episode 1 on Tokens hereEnter our Mythology Competition before 9 May 2025
Mar 27, • 22:55
Nimi Shephard-Patel, Fundraising Manager: Classics and Careers
In this episode, Katrina talks to Dr Nimisha Shephard-Patel, a fundraising manager for the Hyde Group, who also has a doctorate in Classics from King's College London. Nimi highlights the importance of curiosity and asking questions, discusses how she was inspired by one classicist in particular, and talks about her own experiences of neurodiversity in education. Find more episodes of Classics and Careers Follow Nimi on LinkedInFollow the Classics Podcast on Instagram Joi
Mar 21, • 44:43
Jessica Clarke: our new Expert in Residence
It's a big welcome to our new Expert in Residence, Dr Jessica Clarke, Roman historian and archaeologist! In this introductory interview, Katrina discovers Jessica's most exciting excavation; her first experience of archaeology as a child growing up on the Isle of Wight; how Roman magistrates were tasked with putting on public shows; and what a snarky Cicero thought about the theatre!It's now your time to ask Jessica a question so please do so here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/Resp
Mar 13, • 33:00
Erica Stevenson, Moan Inc YouTuber: Classics and Careers
From pulling pints to interviewing world experts, Erica tells Katrina how MoAn Inc was born, how she went from hating Latin to fangirling with Emily Wilson and Stephen Fry. She reveals the secrets behind some of her most popular videos, her plans for the future, and we have a very personal shoutout to one particular author…Pierce Brown we see you! Erica Stevenson is a self described 'Classicist Head Nerd' who was named on HistoryExtra's 30 Under 30 List in 2024. Since graduating from
Mar 6, • 47:33
Matthew Rawcliffe, Dancer & Choreographer: Classics and Careers
In this episode, Katrina talks to former BBC Young Dancer of the Year (Contemporary), Matthew Rawcliffe, who is combining his love for dance and ancient art to retell myths such as Narkissos and Hades & Persephone for new audiences. Listen to other episodes in our Careers series hereSHOW NOTESWatch Matthew's Final performance from 2022 Young Dancer of the Year and follow Matthew on InstagramMatthew's website and his current work on Hades and PersephoneMatthew's project is part
Feb 20, • 25:58
Rhodessa Jones, Activist & Performer: Classics and Careers
CW: in this episode, Rhodessa does talk about difficult themes including ab*se and dr*g-taking; the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker, and do not necessarily reflect those of the CA. Performer, teacher, director Rhodessa Jones is Co-Artistic Director of the critically acclaimed, performance company Cultural Odyssey. She founded and directs The Medea Project: Theater for Incarcerated Women, an award-winning performance workshop committed to the personal and s
Feb 6, • 37:42
Peter Frankopan: Why is the Ancient World Important?
Peter Frankopan, Professor of Global History and the Director of the Oxford Centre for Byzantine Research and our 2024 CA Prizewinner shares why he thinks the ancient world is important. He and Katrina talk about what Byzantine studies involves, his interest in texts like the Alexiad , the place that resonates with him the most, his love for libraries, and why you should enter our CA Competition! Enter our Write | Speak | Design Competition Nominate your winner for the 2025 CA Prize Listen
Jan 24, • 42:53
4. Nero: Roman Coins with Sam Moorhead
In the final episode of this mini-series, Sam discusses several coins that reflect the different periods of Nero's rule - from his accession through to the Vindex rebellion, covering his mother's influence and his relationship with the Roman people. Look out for the following time stamps: 2.40 - the deification of Claudius 6.00 - Nero as lyreplayer 11.16 - Nero and Agrippina 14.19 - handouts to the people 17.40 - Vindex's rebellion Sam Moorhead is a former staff lecturer in Archaeo
Jan 24, • 21:47
3. Tiberius, Caligula and Claudius: Roman Coins with Sam Moorhead
In Episode 3, Sam tells James about how coin imagery developed across these three very different imperial reigns. Look out for the following time stamps: 6.05 & 9.08 Gaius Caligula's coins 12.01 Claudius - intro and the praetorians 15.50 The Drusus Aureus 17.35 - Claudius' Conquest of Britain 20.50 - Claudius' Dupondius about the corn supply Sam Moorhead is a former staff lecturer in Archaeology at the British Museum, where he worked for over 25 years, including as Nati
Jan 23, • 24:11
Flora Kirk, Jenks and Cora Beth Fraser, Illustrators: Classics and Careers
For the first time, Katrina welcomes three guests to the podcast with illustrators and classicists, Dr Cora Beth Fraser, Laura Jenkinson-Brown (aka Greek Myth Comix) and Flora Kirk sharing their perspectives on bringing the ancient world to life through art; their early encounters with classics; the influence of AI; the birth of ClassicsTober; being inspired by texts; and just how cold mural painting can be! Enter the CA's prize draw and you could win a voucher for Flora, Laura or Cora-Beth's
Jan 16, • 53:01
2. Augustus: Roman Coins with Sam Moorhead
Episode 2 focuses on Augustus, and how his coinage changed to reflect his victory in the civil war, his creation of the principate, his military victories and self-image as ‘father of the homeland’. Sam and James discuss coins from the early part of his reign, including a victory coin with wreath and palm, as augur and celebrating his triumph in Egypt, as well as those where he asserted his religious position as ‘divi filius’ and a civilian leader. The episode concludes with a discussion about A
Jan 15, • 36:38
1. Introduction: Roman Coins with Sam Moorhead
Dr Sam Moorhead gives us the perfect introduction to Roman coins: what were they made from, where were they made, what did they depict and how were they spread across the empire? What is a coin legend, and how do different Emperors present themselves strikingly on their coins? In this first episode, Sam and series host James Renshaw highlight two coins in particular, depicting Venus and Aeneas, and Brutus as liberator. Head to our website to find out more. Sam Moorhead is a former staff lec
Jan 13, • 13:53
Charlie Covell, Writer & Actor: Classics and Careers
Welcome back to Classics and Careers! In Season 2, we're speaking to lots of new wonderful guests whose work has been influenced by the ancient world and we're kickstarting with none other than the creator of Kaos, Charlie Covell. Katrina chats to Charlie about their inspiration for this Netflix drama, rehabilitating Helen of Troy, creating character playlists, casting Jeff Goldblum and advice they'd give for trying to get your classically inspired show commissioned. It's a must listen! Watc
Jan 2, • 47:35
9. Claudius and Nero: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
“That doesn’t work for an Emperor - you’ve got to be popular!” In this final episode looking at the Julio-Claudians' impact on urban living in Rome, Andrew considers how Claudius had to fight to reject the ‘loser’ label and his building of the Portus, and weighs up Nero’s popularity with the masses with his poor PR and lack of an heir. Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director o
Dec 31, 2024 • 10:16
8. Augustus, Tiberius and Caligula: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
"Being an emperor is like holding a wolf by the ears" In these summary sections looking at the Julio-Claudians' impact on urban living in Rome, Andrew explains Augustus’ transformation of the urban environment as a result of the profits of empire; describes the ‘cordially loathed’ Tiberius as a Scrooge-like figure and assesses the impact of the collapse of the theatre at Fidenae and the Varus disaster; before concluding with the ‘nasty piece of work’ Caligula’s inheritance and the impact of his
Dec 30, 2024 • 9:18
7. Who Benefitted? Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
A short summary for the thematic section of this mini-series, as Andrew shares whom he thinks benefitted from these developments in urban living that we’ve been exploring. Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpre
Dec 24, 2024 • 4:35
6. Bread and Circuses: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
This is bitesize episode in our mini-series covers 'panem et circenses', entertainment for the people of Rome and the imperial response to ancient rioting. Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpretation Question
Dec 23, 2024 • 9:48
Charlie Covell - Season 2 of Classics and Careers Coming Soon!
In this sneak peek at the first episode of Season 2 of Classics and Careers, coming very soon, Katrina chats to writer, actor and creator of Kaos, Charlie Covell. Show Notes Watch Kaos on Netflix now! Follow us on Instagram Join the Classical Association to access discounts, events and more Watch the CA's Anniversary Film feat. a host of famous faces! Follow the CA on Instagram (podcast), LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube And find out more at classicalassocia
Dec 20, 2024 • 1:34
5. Local Government: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
This is a super bitesize episode in our mini-series on Urban Life in Ancient Rome, in which Andrew tells James about methods of local government. Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpretation Question about the b
Dec 20, 2024 • 6:10
4. Housing and Fire: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
In part four of our bitesize episode mini-series on Urban Life in Ancient Rome, it's time to talk fire hazards, life in the insulae, and the social impact of Roman housing. Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpr
Dec 19, 2024 • 13:39
Q&A with Lee Baker, our Expert in Residence
Io Saturnalia! In this festive episode, Lee answers your questions and spills the tea on Ovid's exile, Horace's festival big number, how (not) to teach Gerundives and where you can visit Little Sparta. Lee is a Classics teacher at St Aloysius’ College in Glasgow and the chair of the Scottish Classics Teachers’ Network; he also works closely with the Classical Association of Scotland and Classics for All and serves as the Principal Assessor for National 5 Classical Studies at the Scottish Qua
Dec 18, 2024 • 31:55
3. Water and Health: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
In part three of our bitesize episode mini-series on Urban Life in Ancient Rome, it's time to talk aqueducts, daily baths, whether the Romans did their recycling, and just what was the Cloaca Maxima! Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History st
Dec 18, 2024 • 13:03
2. Food: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) chats with James Renshaw in the second part of our bitesize episode mini-series on Urban Life in Ancient Rome. Andrew is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpretation Question about the benefits of imperial rule for
Dec 15, 2024 • 12:43
1. Population: Urban Living in Rome with Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (formerly University of Cambridge and Director of the British School at Rome) chats with James Renshaw in the first part of our bitesize episode mini-series on Urban Life in Ancient Rome. Andrew is an eminent archaeologist, broadcaster, director of the Herculaneum Conservation Project and former Master of Sidney Sussex College. Aimed at both a general audience and Ancient History students studying the Interpretation Question about the benefits of imperial rule for
Dec 13, 2024 • 9:19
TCP does Roman History: Josephus on Claudius
In this third and final episode focusing on the historian Josephus, Dr Jon Davies of Copenhagen University explores the presentation of Claudius in Books 19 and 20 of the Jewish Antiquities. As the earliest source for the life and rule of the Emperor Claudius, this is a particularly interesting and important source for the Ancient History A Level syllabus. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast
Dec 10, 2024 • 13:00
TCP does Roman History: Josephus on Caligula
In this second episode focusing on the historian Josephus, Dr Jon Davies of Copenhagen University explores the presentation of Caligula in Book 19 of the Jewish Antiquities, an important source for the Ancient History A Level syllabus. Jon discusses with James Renshaw the events leading to Caligula's assassination, the key players and conspiracies he faced, and Josephus' assessment of his character. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow
Dec 8, 2024 • 15:36
TCP does Roman History: Josephus Introduction
Dr Jon Davies, Copenhagen University, gives a comprehensive overview of the life and times of Josephus, who wrote during the first century CE and is an important source for the Ancient History A Level syllabus. Jon describes how a prophecy changed Josephus' fortune, explores why he wrote in Greek, his early role as a rebel commander, his purpose in writing history and some of the content of his key works - the Jewish War and the Jewish Antiquities. To find further episodes of our Roman Histo
Dec 5, 2024 • 26:53
Lee Baker: our new Expert in Residence
What is the best thing about being a Classics teacher? Why is Classics important? Would you rather be mates with Ovid or Catullus? These are just some of the questions that Lee answers in this introductory episode and he's looking forward to answering your questions in the next episode. Ask him here! Lee is a Classics teacher at St Aloysius’ College in Glasgow and the chair of the Scottish Classics Teachers’ Network; he also works closely with the Classical Association of Scotland and Classics
Nov 26, 2024 • 37:59
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio on Nero
All good things have to come to an end and this is our last episode with Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent). We're going out with a bang, though, with some expert analysis of Dio's treatment of the Emperor Nero, with all of his proclivities and dastardly behaviour. Huge thanks to Christopher and James for a brilliant mini series on Cassius Dio. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on
Nov 13, 2024 • 19:37
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio on Claudius
Beginning with the assassination of Caligula and Claudius' accession, Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent) and James Renshaw discuss Dio's character study of Claudius. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association.
Nov 12, 2024 • 17:01
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio on Caligula
"He’s at once very conventional and yet also extremely distinctive - Dio repeats all of the standard criticisms we might find of Caligula, but, in this account, he tries to make his horse a priest, not a consul!" Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent) and James Renshaw discuss the third Julio-Claudian emperor in this episode. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive cla
Nov 11, 2024 • 23:17
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio on Tiberius
"Dio gives us a Tiberius that is extremely shrewd - and that's not necessarily a criticism!" Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent) and James discuss the second Julio-Claudian emperor in this episode. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Nov 8, 2024 • 17:15
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio on Augustus
First up in this week's episodes, ‘the big Daddy of them all’ - Augustus - gets the Dio treatment in Books 53-56 and, as Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent) tells us, it makes for fantastic reading! “It’s a sham...but Dio thinks it’s essential” - listen now to find out what this is referring to! To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Assoc
Nov 5, 2024 • 18:49
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius on Nero
We've made it to the last of the Julio-Claudians! Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) talks to James Renshaw about Suetonius' biography of Nero, his interest in games, his 'quinquennium' and how things take a turn for the worse in the second half of the narrative... To find other episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical
Oct 31, 2024 • 19:29
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius on Claudius
Claudius - useless ruler or an effective administrator? Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) talks to James Renshaw about Suetonius' biography of the often misunderstood emperor. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 30, 2024 • 10:47
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius on Caligula
A short rule, but what a rule it was! Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) sheds light on Suetonius' invective against Gaius Caligula... To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 30, 2024 • 14:09
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius on Tiberius
Tiberius is the focus of Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) and James Renshaw's conversation as they explore how Suetonius' account differs from that of Tacitus. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 29, 2024 • 17:17
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius on Augustus
Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) talks to James Renshaw about Suetonius' biography of Rome's first emperor, the first part in our emperor-by-emperor look at the Julio-Claudians through the eyes of ancient historians. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 29, 2024 • 12:09
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus on Nero
There’s so much to unpack when it comes to Nero - from the death of his mother Agrippina to the Great Fire of Rome, Tacitus lived through these years as a young boy, so how much did his personal experience impact his historical narrative? Listen to the final part of Hannah and James' discussion now. Follow Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Ins
Oct 22, 2024 • 16:02
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus on Claudius
Beginning at the end of Claudius' rule and the accession of Nero, Hannah looks back with James upon Tacitus’ treatment of Claudius, the role of freedmen and imperial wives, especially the machinations of Agrippina, and political and military affairs. Follow Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join
Oct 21, 2024 • 11:44
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus on Caligula
As Hannah explains, not much survives of Tacitus' account of Gaius Caligula, but in this bitesize episode, there are still some conclusions we can draw... Follow Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 21, 2024 • 6:16
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus on Tiberius
In this jam-packed episode, Hannah discusses Tiberius’ relationship with the Senate, the Germanicus situation, the trial of Piso, and Tacitus’ perspective on Sejanus and Drusus. Follow Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 18, 2024 • 21:38
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus on Augustus
In this first emperor study, Hannah and James talk Augustus. Tacitus only gives us a potted history of Augustus in his Annals - Hannah explores why Tacitus choses NOT to start with Augustus’ life, who the key players are and whether they should really be called the Annals... Follow Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical b
Oct 18, 2024 • 10:07
TCP does Roman History: Cassius Dio Introduction
Is it Cassius Dio or Dio Cassius? Who was he, when was he writing and what was he writing about? Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens (University of Kent) spills the tea to James Renshaw on this enigma of an historian and how useful his source material is for understanding the Julio-Claudian Emperors! To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 16, 2024 • 24:29
TCP does Roman History: Suetonius Introduction
In this introductory episode about the source material of Suetonius, Professor Catharine Edwards (Birkbeck, University of London) tells James Renshaw who Suetonius was, when and why he was writing, and what was his approach to writing history. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here! Follow Catharine on X, and the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classical benefits, join the Classical Association
Oct 16, 2024 • 21:50
TCP does Roman History: Tacitus Introduction
Welcome back to a new season of TCP does Ancient History A Level: Roman Edition and we're kicking off with the OG historian, Tacitus! Your favourite teacher, James Renshaw, is back to host the series and he'll be talking to a ream of experts, beginning with the wonderful Dr Hannah Cornwell (University of Birmingham) - you can follow Hannah on X here. To find further episodes of our Roman History series click here and follow the Classics Podcast on Instagram. To access exclusive classica
Oct 16, 2024 • 15:49
Ancient Tokens with Clare Rowan
It's competition time! What were ancient tokens, why do some of them have numbers on them, and what do these mean? Let your imagination run wild and enter the Tokens Competition here: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/classics/warwickclassicsnetwork/events/tokens/ Learn more about the Tokens Communities Project, led by Clare, here: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/classics/research/dept_projects/tcam/resources/
Sep 24, 2024 • 21:47
Q&A with Chella Ward, our Expert in Residence
Content Warning: some listeners may find some parts of this episode upsetting. In this Q&A, Chella answers your questions on topics as disparate as lost books, childrens' myths and opticians, and we cover multilingualism in the ancient world, a day in Chella's life and whether Homer might have be a woman... Please note: the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker, and do not necessarily reflect those of the CA. Show Notes Episode 1 with Chella Podcas
Aug 7, 2024 • 51:24
Persephone - Original Senior Poetry WINNER
Prof. Judith Mossman narrates this original composition by Maya Le Her, winner of the Senior Category of the CA's 2024 Poetry Competition. To read Maya's work and the rest of our winning writers, click here. CW: this recording does contain adult themes.
Jul 22, 2024 • 2:05
Pluto's Wife in Transit - Open Original WINNER
Winner of our 2024 Poetry Competition Open Original Category, Emily Lord-Kambitsch, created a brilliant new take on the story of Persephone - listen now to her poem, narrated by Prof. Sharon Marshall. To read Emily's work and the rest of our winning writers, click here. CW: this recording does contain adult themes.
Jul 22, 2024 • 6:39
Latin Live #2! WINNER of our Open Translation Competition
Professor Armand D'Angour narrates the winning translation in our Open Competition by C. Luke Soucy of Horace Odes 4.1. To read Luke's work and the rest of our winning writers, click here
Jul 19, 2024 • 5:20
Latin Live! WINNER of our Senior Translation Competition
Hannah Gilmore's translation 'That Hollow of her Hand' of Tibullus 2.4 won the Senior Category in our 2024 Competition, judged and here read by Professor Armand D'Angour. Read Hannah's work and that of the other winners here
Jul 18, 2024 • 9:45
Chella Ward: our new Expert in Residence
Content Warning: some listeners may find some parts of this episode upsetting. In this episode we get to know Dr Marchella (Chella) Ward, a lecturer in Classical Studies at the Open University, who is also a podcaster, researcher, children's author, and the recent winner of the Working Classicist of the Year Award. Chella takes us from a night market in Singapore to Oxford University's Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama as we explore the multifaceted nature of classical
Jul 16, 2024 • 41:50
Q&A with Hardeep Dhindsa, our Expert in Residence
We welcome back Hardeep for part 2 of our interview series and he's here to answer your questions: we cover how to book your own Grand Tour, the hardest ancient art to draw, the accuracy of Bridgerton, Hardeep's personal connection with Apollo, and stay tuned for an answer to a question about Euripides' Alcmene! Show notes: Hardeep's website and walking tour Follow us both on X: Hardeep and the CA Experts in Residence Get involved
Jun 19, 2024 • 29:10
REVISION: Aristophanes - Knights & Wasps
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - this episode features the final two Athens Depth Study sources. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcript
May 24, 2024 • 18:25
REVISION: Aristophanes - Clouds (Athens Depth Study)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - this episode features Clouds, one of the Athens Depth Study sources. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full trans
May 24, 2024 • 18:49
REVISION: Aristophanes - Thesmophoriazusae (Athens Depth Study)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - this episode features one of the Athens Depth Study sources. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 24, 2024 • 15:59
REVISION: Aristophanes - Lysistrata (Sparta Depth Study)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today we chat about the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - and the Sparta depth study is the focus of this episode. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 24, 2024 • 20:29
REVISION: Aristophanes - Acharnians 524-539 & Peace
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - this episode features the rest of the Period Study sources. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 23, 2024 • 20:34
REVISION: Aristophanes - Intro & Archarnians 61-71
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the comedic playwright Aristophanes, with Dr Rosie Wyles as James' expert - they begin with an introduction to ancient comedy and Aristophanes' work. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access
May 23, 2024 • 14:58
REVISION: Plutarch - Roman Republic & bonus Shakespeare!
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the historian and biographer Plutarch, with Prof Judith Mossman (Chair of the Classical Association Council) as James' expert here talking through the Roman Republic depth study and Plutarch's influence on the Renaissance and beyond! If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our
May 22, 2024 • 17:05
REVISION: Plutarch - Macedon Depth Study
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the historian and biographer Plutarch, with Prof Judith Mossman (Chair of the Classical Association Council) as James' expert here talking through the life of Alexander and others. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website
May 22, 2024 • 16:11
REVISION: Plutarch - Sparta Depth Study
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the historian and biographer Plutarch, with Prof Judith Mossman (Chair of the Classical Association Council) as James' expert here talking through the life of Lycurgus and others. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website
May 22, 2024 • 14:44
REVISION: Plutarch - Biographies of Aristides, Cimon & Pericles (+ bonus 5 mins)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the historian and biographer Plutarch, with Prof Judith Mossman (Chair of the Classical Association Council) as James' expert. This episode features three of key Plutarch's biographies and the final five minutes gives some extra contextual info on the Peloponnesian Wars. If you want to hear
May 21, 2024 • 22:52
REVISION: Plutarch - Intro & Suetonius Comparison
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on the historian and biographer Plutarch, with Prof Judith Mossman (Chair of the Classical Association Council) as James' expert. This episode introduces Plutarch and his work and compares his output and style with that of the Roman writer Suetonius. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll th
May 21, 2024 • 19:31
REVISION: Attic Inscriptions - Bonus Extras!
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on source materials, specifically Attic Inscriptions and we're joined by expert Prof. Peter Liddel of the University of Manchester who also works on the Attic Inscriptions Online project. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website
May 20, 2024 • 9:37
REVISION: Attic Inscriptions - The Chalkis & Thoudippos Decrees
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on source materials, specifically Attic Inscriptions and we're joined by expert Prof. Peter Liddel of the University of Manchester who also works on the Attic Inscriptions Online project. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website
May 20, 2024 • 16:37
REVISION: Attic Inscriptions - Intro & The First Stele
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. Today's episodes focus on source materials, specifically Attic Inscriptions and we're joined by expert Prof. Peter Liddel of the University of Manchester who also works on the Attic Inscriptions Online project. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website
May 20, 2024 • 16:13
REVISION: Athenian Defeat - Notion, Arginusae & Aegospotami
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q3 - what were the reasons for Athenian defeat in the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James talks to Prof. Paul Cartledge and Dr Maria Fragoulaki about the battles of Notion, Arginusae, and Aegospotami, and they draw some conclusions. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back
May 18, 2024 • 12:55
REVISION: Athenian Defeat - Oligarchic Coup & Cyrus the Younger
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q3 - what were the reasons for Athenian defeat in the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James talks to Prof. Paul Cartledge and Dr Maria Fragoulaki about the oligarchic coup in Athens, naval battles in the Hellespont and the impact of Cyrus the Younger in 407 BCE. If you want to hear the full e
May 18, 2024 • 17:23
REVISION: Athenian Defeat - Sicilian Expedition, Alcibiades & Tissaphernes
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q3 - what were the reasons for Athenian defeat in the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James talks to Paul and Maria about the Sicilian Expedition, the Persian revolt of Amorges in 414 BCE, Persian policy and the role of Tissaphernes. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our b
May 18, 2024 • 19:56
REVISION: Athenian Defeat - Early War & the Peace of Nicias
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q3 - what were the reasons for Athenian defeat in the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James talks to Prof. Paul Cartledge and Dr Maria Fragoulaki about the Archidamian War and the consequent Peace of Nicias. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to o
May 17, 2024 • 17:54
REVISION: Athenian Defeat - Sources, Archidamus & Persia
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q3 - what were the reasons for Athenian defeat in the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James talks to Prof. Paul Cartledge and Dr Maria Fragoulaki about the sources we need to know about for this time period. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to o
May 17, 2024 • 13:56
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - The Causes (Conclusion)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James, Polly and Neville sum up and give their opinions about the real causes of the Wars. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access
May 16, 2024 • 11:36
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - Megarian Decree
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James, Polly and Neville discuss the Megarian Decree. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 16, 2024 • 15:43
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - Causes of Complaint (Corcyra and Potidaea)
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here James, Polly and Neville discuss the causes of complaint, Thucydides' αιτια. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcrip
May 15, 2024 • 13:12
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - 30 Year Peace & Samian Revolt
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here Prof. Polly Low and Prof. Neville Morley discuss the thirty years peace and consequent revolts. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access
May 15, 2024 • 17:56
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - From 478 to 446 BCE
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here Prof. Polly Low and Prof. Neville Morley cover the first Peloponnesian War. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 14, 2024 • 19:38
REVISION: The Peloponnesian Wars - The History of the Debate
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These episodes focus on Interpretation Q2 - what were the causes of the Peloponnesian Wars - and here Prof. Polly Low and Prof. Neville Morley give us an introduction to the sources and historiography of this key period of Greek history. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our
May 14, 2024 • 9:58
REVISION: Greek Victory - Lines, Luck & Conclusions
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and here we find out more about the Persian supply lines, Greek luck and Roel and Lynette draw conclusions about the myriad factors at play. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our we
May 13, 2024 • 19:58
REVISION: Greek Victory - Tactics v Leadership
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and here we find out whether Persian decision making or Greek leadership was a greater factor in the Greek victory. If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also
May 13, 2024 • 16:39
REVISION: Greek Victory - The Numbers
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and here Roel spills the tea on just how many people were really involved... If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 11, 2024 • 12:06
REVISION: Greek Victory - Xerxes's Aims & Greek Unity
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and this part is all about Xerxes' aims and Greek unity... If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 11, 2024 • 10:31
REVISION: Greek Victory - Taking the Credit & Earlier Invasions
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and this part covers the roles of different Greek cities, and the earlier Persian invasion... If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 10, 2024 • 12:12
REVISION: Greek Victory - The Sources
It's revision season! Ancient History A Level students (and the rest of you interested folk) - listen now to our bitesize episodes and supercharge your revision. These first few episodes focus on Interpretation Q1 - why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars - and this part is all about the sources... If you want to hear the full episodes, scroll through our back catalogue or head to our website where you can also access full transcripts.
May 10, 2024 • 12:22
Hardeep Dhindsa: our new Expert in Residence
Welcome Hardeep Dhindsa, our newest Expert in Residence and a PhD researcher at King’s College London where he specialises in classical art and its receptions. In this episode, we travel from Roman graffiti through to the Renaissance, learn how Hadrian inspired 18th century collectors, receive some top museum recommendations and find out which famous faces are lurking in Hardeep’s office! Hardeep is currently working on his doctoral thesis which questions the relationship between ethno-nation
May 8, 2024 • 36:20
Historical Han: Q&A with our Expert in Residence
We're back with Han for Part 2 where we chat ancient pets, travel tips for Nîmes, working with Jimmy Carr, more about Tyche and Han's advice for budding content creators. Stay tuned to find out who will be revealed as our Spring '24 Expert...! Join Us Our Experts in Residence I Literally Just Told You Follow Han
Apr 8, 2024 • 24:46
*Bonus Episode* feat. winning writer Cait Kremenstein
Katrina sits down for a chat with the winner of the CA's recent Creative Writing Competition, held in partnership with Bloomsbury Publishing, to discuss sixteen year old Cait's winning story 'In the Bad Times' and how she was inspired by Ovid, Seamus Heaney and her Irish heritage. You can read all of the shortlisted entries here Entries for the CA Poetry Competition are open until Friday 5 April
Apr 3, 2024 • 14:01
Historical Han: our new Expert in Residence
We welcome Hannah Parker, better known as @historical_han, a TikTokker with over 26m likes, to the podcast as our inaugural Expert in Residence. In Part 1 of our Q&A with Han we discuss her Masters' thesis, her cat's imperial connections, the many guises of the goddess Tyche, which books she'd recommend and why Sparta is such a magical place. Stay tuned for Part 2 and click here to ask Han your questions! Find our more about Our Expert in Residence scheme Show Notes: Gandhara
Feb 2, 2024 • 38:32
Classics and Careers: Jennifer Saint, Bestselling Author
In this special bonus episode, we're joined by Jennifer Saint, former English teacher turned bestselling novelist whose debut novel Ariadne took the world by storm and was shortlisted for the Waterstones Book of the Year Award in 2021. Since then, she's followed up with Elektra and, most recently, Atalanta, two vivid and unique reworkings of ancient stories and it was fascinating to chat to Jenny about her early interest in these characters, her transition from scholar to teacher to wr
Oct 25, 2023 • 54:54
Classics and Careers: Amanda Dylina Morse, Social Epidemiologist
Amanda Dylina Morse is a public health researcher, lecturer, and PhD student at Queen's University, Belfast. She studied her undergraduate degree in Classical Studies and Ancient History at the University of Washington before embarking upon a Master's in Public Health. She then became a surveillance epidemiologist leading and supporting investigations using emergency department, hospitalisation, and outpatient data in the United States. In this episode, we discover how the ancient worl
Oct 3, 2023 • 34:42
Classics and Careers: George Maher, actuary and Roman economist
Dr George Maher, actuary, Roman economist and honorary treasurer of the Classical Association discuss his twofold career, what the Romans would have made of Bitcoin, life on a Roman frontier, and gives us a crash course in ancient economics 101 - this is such an interesting conversation and we hope you enjoy Episode 7 of Classics and Careers! A former Partner at Tillinghast-Towers Perrin, the international firm of actuaries and risk management consultants, George is the author of Pugnare. Econo
Sep 13, 2023 • 55:36
Classics and Careers: Sabah Hussain, Rights and Security International
In the sixth episode of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', we welcome Sabah Hussain, Migration and Citizenship Team Leader at Rights & Security International, to discuss Odysseus' no 1 virtue, the resonance of faith, studying abroad and the weirdness of the ancient world. Sabah studied her undergraduate degree in Ancient World Studies at University College London before an MA in Investigative Journalism at City University. In this series, we meet guests from all walks of
Sep 6, 2023 • 21:51
Classics and Careers: Sam Betley, Senior Policy Adviser at HM Treasury
In Episode 5 of 'The Classics Podcast does...Careers' Sam Betley talks about digging abroad, how love (and classics) brought him to ultra-running, and daily life in the civil service. Sam studied Ancient History and Archaeology at Durham University and he is currently a Senior Policy Adviser in Financial Service Taxation at HM Treasury. Show Notes: Apply for a CA x NEC Bursary Submit your proposals for the CA's Classics Conference before 31 Aug - this short video explains how
Aug 29, 2023 • 35:34
Classics and Careers: Jonathan Goddard, Educator and Rapper
In Episode 4 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', we welcome rapper and educator Jonathan Goddard, the Director of Teaching and Learning at the Latin Programme and the Executive Director of Rapteach, to discuss infusing music and language learning, being a better teacher than a student, the kinesthetic method, and why Latin is a superpower! Jonathan studied Anthropology at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) and he is a performer, teacher and creative director. In t
Aug 22, 2023 • 28:11
Classics and Careers: Claire Marchetti, Carbon and Sustainability Manager at Historic England
In Episode 3, Claire Marchetti joins Katrina for a wide ranging chat: they talk Roman roads, pragmatism, Horace, project management, the triumvirate’s shared inbox, and some of her favourite historic places to visit in England. Claire studied for a BA and MA in Classics at the University of Exeter and she has since worked for the National Trust, Highways England and now Historic England. We hope you enjoy this episode. ___________ In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinati
Aug 15, 2023 • 27:51
Classics and Careers: Tristan Hughes, Producer and Presenter at History Hit
In Episode 2 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', Katrina chats to Tristan Hughes, Producer and Presenter at History Hit and the host of The Ancients podcast. They chat Rome Total War, ed tech start ups, studying Down Under, the secrets of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and whether podcasts can beat TV... Tristan studied Ancient History at the University of Edinburgh and he is the author of "Alexander’s Successors at War: The Perdiccas Years 323 – 320 BC". In this seri
Aug 8, 2023 • 44:31
Classics and Careers: Helena Lee, Features Director at Harper's Bazaar
In Episode 1 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', Katrina chats to Helena Lee, Features Director at monthly fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar, and they discuss learning how to develop and defend an argument, becoming a writer and an advocate, and who would be the cover star of an ancient edition of Harper's Bazaar! Helena studied Classics at university (with no previous knowledge of ancient languages) and she is now the author of East Side Voices, as well as a Visiting Lect
Aug 1, 2023 • 23:46
EPIC #35 War - The Mother of Heroes
The Final Episode! The Mother of Heroes was awarded first place in the Open Category of our 2022 Creative Writing Competition. It was written by Allan Gaw and narrated by the bestselling historical novelist Lindsey Davis, a former President of the Classical Association and Chair of the Society of Authors. You can follow Allan here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition
Dec 5, 2022 • 11:59
EPIC #34 War - The Fox Who Charmed The Snake
In this story, inspired by Homer and Sophocles, Benjamin Howell introduces us to Diomedes and Odysseus who are en route to visit an old acquaintance - his name is Philoctetes... The Fox Who Charmed The Snake was narrated by the University of Edinburgh's Professor Douglas Cairns, Chair of the Classical Association Council and a Fellow of the British Academy. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative
Dec 4, 2022 • 11:07
EPIC #33 War - ὁλος
Αt Aulis, three crones enter a bar...no, it's not the start of a bad joke but a brilliant story by Senior category entrant Seung-A-Han! Listen now to ὁλος, narrated by Caroline Bristow, Director of the Cambridge Schools Classics Project and member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at https://twitter.com/MsCBristow. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition,
Dec 3, 2022 • 11:01
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 3, Athens Depth Study - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history. Part 3 focuses on the Athens Depth Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen back
Dec 2, 2022 • 51:17
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 2, Sparta Depth Study - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history. Part 2 focuses on the Sparta Depth Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen back
Dec 2, 2022 • 21:06
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 1 - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history. Part 1 focuses on the Greek Period Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to liste
Dec 2, 2022 • 36:26
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 5 - Plutarch with Judith Mossman
In this episode of TCP Does Ancient History A Level, Professor Judith Mossman talks to James about the life and works of the biographer and historian Plutarch. Time codes: Greek Period Study (00:00-41:35). Sparta Depth Study (41:45). Macedon Depth Study (56:00). Rome Study (1:11:32). Shakespeare (1:22:00). Click here for the transcript of this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to the rest of the series. - - - - - - - - - - In TCP Does Ancient History
Dec 1, 2022 • 1:28:26
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 4 - Attic Inscriptions with Peter Liddel
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 4 features Professor Peter Liddel and James discussing the importance of Attic Inscriptions to our understanding of this period of ancient history. Click here for the transcript for this episode and here for the list of sources discussed. Find out more about Attic Inscriptions here. Make sure you've subscribed to The Classics P
Nov 30, 2022 • 41:59
EPIC #32 War - I Am Too Much In The Sun
"Before, sleep felt like coming alive. Before, in dream, he walked among heroes"... Heather Chapman's solemn, atmospheric tale of war brings us towards the end of our audiobook - but fear not, there are still a few stories still remaining. This episode was narrated by Dr Alex McAuley, Honorary Secretary of the Classical Association. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Compe
Nov 29, 2022 • 7:45
EPIC #31 War - The Last Song
Yesterday, Odysseus met Cassandra; today, we meet Lorna Lee's Cassandra reflecting on the past, the future and her present in war-torn Troy. The Last Song was narrated by award winning author Daisy Dunn, winner of the 2020 Classical Association Prize. Follow Daisy at @DaisyfDunn and Lorna at @unexpectedlj EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's
Nov 28, 2022 • 11:18
EPIC #30 War - Ode to an Odyssey
In Ode to an Odyssey, we see the aftermath of the sack of Troy through the eyes of a Greek king as author Vijay Hare takes us to meet a famed inhabitant of the smouldering city. This commended story was narrated by Katrina Kelly, CA Engagement Coordinator. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Tro
Nov 27, 2022 • 11:47
EPIC #29 War - The God of Forget
The God of Forget is Joseph Nevin's poignant story, which was commended in the Open category and was inspired by the aftermath of the fall of Troy. It was narrated by Caroline Bristow, Director of the Cambridge Schools Classics Project and member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at https://twitter.com/MsCBristow. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competit
Nov 26, 2022 • 10:29
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E3 Part 2 - Why did the Athenians lose the Peloponnesian War?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 3 features Greek historians Dr Maria Fragoulaki and Professor Paul Cartledge examining the reasons why the Athenians lost the Peloponnesian War. Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to be the first to hear next week's episodes. - - - - - - - - - - In TCP Does Ancient
Nov 25, 2022 • 38:00
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E3 Part 1 - Why did the Athenians lose the Peloponnesian War?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 3 features Greek historians Dr Maria Fragoulaki and Professor Paul Cartledge examining the reasons why the Athenians lost the Peloponnesian War. Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to Part 2. - - - - - - - - - - In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher
Nov 25, 2022 • 41:37
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E2 Part 2 - The Causes of the Peloponnesian War
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 2 features Professor Polly Low and Professor Neville Morley debating the manifold causes of the Peloponnesian War. Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to be the first to hear our next episode. Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the th
Nov 24, 2022 • 38:21
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E2 Part 1 - The Causes of the Peloponnesian War
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 2 features Professor Polly Low and Professor Neville Morley debating the manifold causes of the Peloponnesian War with James. Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to Part 2. - - - - - - - - - - In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and aut
Nov 24, 2022 • 47:31
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E1 Part 2 - Why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. We're back for the second half of Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell to explore the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persians
Nov 23, 2022 • 38:12
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E1 Part 1 - Why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell explores the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persians in 480–479 BCE. Click here fo
Nov 23, 2022 • 46:16
EPIC #28 War - Troy
Along with Achilles, Hector, Helen and Cassandra, one of the most famous names associated with Troy is Heinrich Schilemann, German businessman and 'discoverer' of Troy. In this entertaining story, Rebecca Lewis-Oakes reimagines how Schilemann's discovery came about, with a little help from the gods...follow Rebecca here and on Twitter. Troy was narrated by Anastacia Holding, Classical Association EDI Officer and keen archaeologist. We're sorry about the background noise in parts of t
Nov 22, 2022 • 11:22
EPIC #27 War - Just like an honest, wool-working woman
Inspired by a line in Book 12 of Homer's Iliad, Susanna Phillippo's story about grief and storytelling was commended in the Open Category and it was vividly brought to life in this narration by Professor James Robson. Susanna is herself a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Newcastle University and you can read her profile here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by S
Nov 21, 2022 • 11:54
EPIC #26 War - Not Long Now
A new story for a new theme - in the final section of our EPIC Compendium, we're showcasing stories of war, inspired by the Open category theme 'Troy'. We begin with an epistolary story from Ellie Field, narrated by Professor Douglas Cairns, Chair of the Classical Association Council and a Fellow of the British Academy. Can you spot the tribute to Stephen Fry in Ellie's story? EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Class
Nov 20, 2022 • 9:27
EPIC #25 Justice - Could've been a hero
Roman and Remmie, two business magnates - but only one can survive. Sophie Hislop's gripping story was inspired by the Senior category theme 'Heroes' and it was narrated by Katrina Kelly, CA Engagement and Branches Coordinator. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy. For the next six weeks, we
Nov 19, 2022 • 9:47
EPIC #24 Justice - Heroes and Murderers
Not for the squeamish, this is a bloody tale of revenge, deception and justice with some very famous characters involved, as Isabella Dennis makes us think - what really makes a hero a hero? Heroes and Murderers was narrated by Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and&
Nov 18, 2022 • 10:05
EPIC #23 Justice - Fury
When you think of justice in the ancient world, you might think of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, or of the Furies themselves - Tisiphone and Alecto. In today's episode, Cheryl Byrne brings these characters to life, building to a dramatic crescendo. Fury was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition,
Nov 17, 2022 • 10:33
EPIC #22 Justice - Stone Cold
In this brilliant short story, James Robson takes us into the mind of Meredith Gorgo - and introduces us to a young journalist on a mission. Stone Cold was awarded Third Place in the Senior Category and it was written by Sophie Davies. James is a Professor of Classical Studies at the Open University and the Grants Officer of the Classical Association. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writin
Nov 16, 2022 • 11:30
EPIC #21 Justice - Her Retaliation
Revenge is sweet in this dramatic story by Maya Pyshkin, inspired by the theme 'Heroes' and written for the Senior category. It was narrated by Dr Ian Goh, a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Swansea University and a council member of the Classical Association. You can follow Ian here - https://twitter.com/iklg2. Bonus: Ian's dog was keen to get involved in the storytelling too! EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 C
Nov 15, 2022 • 11:25
TRAILER: The Classics Podcast Does...Ancient History A Level
Katrina chats to James Renshaw, Ancient History teacher, author and host of The Classics Podcast Does...Ancient History A Level, about what you've got to look forward to in this brand new series designed to support A Level students and their teachers, and educate and entertain anyone who is interested in Ancient History! Two-part episodes will be released, starting on Wednesday 23 November - make sure you follow or subscribe to The Classics Podcast and turn on notifications to be the first to he
Nov 14, 2022 • 4:50
EPIC #20 Justice - We Are Very Little Things
TW//sexual violence. Please be advised that the following story contains themes and addresses topics relating to abduction and sexual assault that some listeners might find upsetting. We Are Very Little Things, by Madeleine Whitmore, was awarded second place in the Senior category and was highly commended by the judges. It was narrated by Katrina Kelly, host of The Classics Podcast. Follow Katrina here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrant
Nov 13, 2022 • 6:53
EPIC #19 Justice - Orestes: Wrath of the Erinyes
Dr Alex McAuley, a Senior Lecturer in Hellenistic History and the Classical Association Honorary Secretary, narrates Milly Kotecha's riveting retelling of the myth of Orestes and Pylades, two characters who feature prominently in Greek tragedies such as Euripides' Electra and Orestes and Aechylus' Eumenides. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's tri
Nov 12, 2022 • 9:24
EPIC #18 Justice - Thus Αlways
With a new theme, Justice, we have moved over to the Roman world and an infamous moment in political history. Annie Whyman's story Thus Αlways was written in response to the prompt 'Heroes', in the Senior category, and it was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's tri
Nov 11, 2022 • 12:47
EPIC #17 Myth - Daughters of Artemis
This brilliant collection of short poems by Ash Bond was ingeniously written in response to the theme 'Troy' and forms the last instalment in our Myth series. It was narrated by Dr Mai Musié. Mai is an Ancient Historian and Public Engagement Specialist and she was the recipient of the 2019 CA Prize. You can follow Mai here and Ash here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition,
Nov 10, 2022 • 14:07
EPIC #16 Myth - Relics
Marnie McPartland's unique take on the theme 'Heroes' makes us view the Gods in a whole new light...Relics was narrated by Jessica Dixon, Head of Classics at Woldingham School and the Latin representative on the Classical Association Teaching Board. You can fellow Jess on Twitter at @jessbisc EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos
Nov 9, 2022 • 9:05
EPIC #15 Myth - A Ballad of Melancholy
We return to the Underworld as James Renshaw reads A Ballad of Melancholy, Matilda Jenkins' gripping retelling of the myth of Orpheus, which was commended in our Senior category. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy. For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the
Nov 8, 2022 • 9:23
EPIC #14 Myth - The World Myth
The World Myth by Amelie Bea Sumner was inspired by stories from Africa, Asia and Ancient Greece and it was awarded third place in the Junior category. Barbara Bell, author of Minimus and former director of the Primary Latin Project, here tells the tale of Alvaro and Alexene. Read more about Barbara, who won the Classical Association Prize in 2005, and her work here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Assoc
Nov 7, 2022 • 7:45
EPIC #13 Myth - Heroes and Heroines
A trip to the Games at ancient Olympia...who will be victorious? Join Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator, as she narrates Heroes and Heroines, an imaginative story by Senior category entrant Chloe Defriez. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy. For the next six weeks, we will be releas
Nov 6, 2022 • 10:46
EPIC #12 Myth - Looking for Ulysses
How to avoid the Sirens, and six scary bullies? Louis Nicol, who wrote Looking for Ulysses aged 8 and 3/4, was commended in the Junior Category for this gripping story! It was narrated by Arlene Holmes-Henderson, who is an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History and the CA Outreach Officer. A former school teacher, she often tweets about exciting things happening to do with Classics - follow her @DrArleneHH. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short storie
Nov 5, 2022 • 6:57
EPIC #11 Myth - Oedipus Again
Caelan Landers' eerie and dramatic reimagining of a pivotal moment in this archetypal tragic character's life was inspired by our 'Heroes' theme in the 'Senior' category. Oedipus Again was narrated by James Renshaw, the Classical Association's Ancient History lead and the host of the Ancient World Breakfast Club. Follow James @jajrenshaw. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, ins
Nov 4, 2022 • 12:29
EPIC #10 Myth - Echo, Echo, Echo
Emily Nicholson's engaging story starts our new theme - myths retold - and was commended in our Junior category. It was narrated by Professor Sharon Marshall, who was the head judge of the Junior category and who you can follow here: @lemonamarshall. Enjoy! EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy. For the next six week
Nov 3, 2022 • 6:01
EPIC #9 Elements - The River
TV historian Prof. Michael Scott narrates this final episode of our 'Elements' theme, which takes us to another river, this time in Troy, where death and destruction rage furiously. The River was written by Holly Smith and was awarded third place in the 'Open' category. Michael is a Professor in Classics and Ancient History at the University of Warwick and was the winner of the 2021 Classical Association prize. Follow him here @profmcscott. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compil
Nov 2, 2022 • 14:00
EPIC #8 Elements - The Mountain is Angry
This powerful yet poignant story takes us from mountainside to the underworld. The Mountain is Angry was written by Zoe Walters in our Senior category and it was narrated by Jasmine Elmer. Jasmine is the host of the podcast Legit Classics and the CA's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Follow her here. Apologies for the occasional booming in audio quality in this episode. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classic
Nov 1, 2022 • 10:49
EPIC #7 Elements - The Song of Aenea
Today's story, written by Anne Elicaño-Shields, is a tale of love, loss, family and war, set in the 'lonely silence of deep space'. Travel to a new planet in this narration by Gráinne Cassidy, the Classical Association's Education Coordinator. Anne was writing in response to the theme 'Troy' in our 'Open' category - follow her on Twitter here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competitio
Oct 31, 2022 • 10:06
EPIC #6 Elements - Manatimer and the Great Red Spot of Jupiter
Today's story takes us to the skies as junior entrant Eva McTurk was commended for her story, Manatimer and the Great Red Spot of Jupiter, inspired by the theme 'Myth'. It was narrated by Dr Arlene Holmes-Henderson, an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University and the Classical Association Outreach Officer. Follow Arlene @drarlenehh. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association C
Oct 30, 2022 • 7:17
EPIC #5 Elements - The Star's Heart
We're now leaving the Underworld to travel to the loftiest heights... all aboard the Trojan as we head into outer space! The Star's Heart was written by Pete Ford in response to the theme 'Troy' in our Open Category. It was narrated by Chloe Cobbald and Clare Roberts, the Managing Editor of the Classical Review. Our apologies for the background hum in this episode (we think Hera the AI might have been interfering!). Find out more about some of the mythical characters in this story at
Oct 29, 2022 • 10:50
EPIC #4 Elements - Aeschylus and the Black Jewels of Hades
We're staying in the Underworld with Matilda Parker-Groom's mythology-inspired short story: Aeschylus and the Black Jewels of Hades. Matilda was the Runner-Up in the 'Junior' (aged 11 and under) category and her story is narrated by Caroline Lawrence, bestselling author of The Roman Mysteries and 2009 Classical Association Prize Winner. Caroline's recent work includes The Time Travel Diaries, a retelling of Aesop's Fables, and Amarantus and his neighbourhood, a novel which brings to
Oct 28, 2022 • 6:29
EPIC #3 Elements - Every Night is Movie Night When You're Dead
From the waters of Aquamarine Immortal, we now descend deep to the Underworld and the river Lethe... to meet a couple of heroes bingeing on Netflix. Every Night is Movie Night When You're Dead was written by Ian Rory and was awarded second place in the 'Open' (aged 19+) category, with the theme 'Troy'. This episode was narrated by Dr Alex McAuley (Cardiff University; Honorary Secretary of the Classical Association) and Professor James Robson (Open University; Grants Officer of the Classica
Oct 27, 2022 • 10:01
EPIC #2 Elements - The Aquamarine Immortal
#2 The Aquamarine Immortal, is the first story in our Elements theme and it was written by Evie Amira Morgan who was the winner of the Junior (aged 11 and under) category where the theme was 'Myths'. The story was narrated by Professor Sharon Marshall. Sharon is an Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History at the University of Exeter and the Chair of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at @lemonamarshall. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of
Oct 26, 2022 • 6:31
EPIC #1 - Sing to Me a Song of Your Own
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy. For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year. 
Oct 25, 2022 • 8:56
SPECIAL RELEASE feat. Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry narrates the winning story in the Classical Association 2022 Creative Writing Competition. "Fate's Engine" ©MadeleineFriedlein Read the other category winning stories here: https://classicalassociation.org/competition/ Please give us a follow on Spotify and on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theclassicalpod/ Season 1 coming soon!
Apr 4, 2022 • 11:50
