Episode 66: Ovid's "The Art of Love" with Julia Hejduk
Release Date: 03/22/2024
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Episode 66: Ovid's "The Art of Love" with Julia Hejduk
Sacred and Profane Love
In this episode, I speak with the classicist Julia Hejduk on Ovid's The Art of Love. I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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info_outlineIn this episode, I speak with the classicist Julia Hejduk on Ovid's The Art of Love. I hope you enjoy our conversation!