Episode 106: Gregory of Tours, Part 2
Literature and History
The second half of the History of the Franks (591) is a deep dive into the grime and intrigue of the Merovingian dynasty, written in a style that's as medieval as it is classical. Episode 106 Quiz: Episode 105 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 105: Gregory of Tours, Part 1
Literature and History
Gregory of Tours (c. 539-594) completed The History of the Franks in 591. The long book's account of Clovis and the Merovingian Dynasty has been one of our most important sources on early Medieval History, ever since. Episode 105 Quiz: Episode 105 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 104: An Introduction to the Talmud
Literature and History
Second only to the Tanakh, the 63 Tractates of the Talmud are the main text of Rabbinic Judaism, containing the teachings of thousands of ancient rabbis. Upcoming Seasons: Episode 104 Quiz: Episode 104 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 103: Boethius
Literature and History
In the twilight of the Western Empire, Boethius (c. 476-523) served as consul, but ended his life imprisoned by the Ostrogothic King Theodoric, writing The Consolation of Philosophy. Episode103 Quiz: Episode 103Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 102: An Old Man's Book (Augustine's City of God, Part 2 of 2)
Literature and History
Augustine’s City of God, Part 2 of 2. The second half of the City of God contains some of Late Antiquity’s most influential writings – most notably Augustine’s take on Original Sin. Episode 102 Quiz: Episode 102 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 101: Against the Pagans (Augustine's City of God, Part 1 of 2)
Literature and History
Augustine’s City of God, Part 1 of 2. The first half of the City of God is a broadside against paganism – its culture, religion, and history, subjects about which Augustine had much to say. Episode 101 Quiz: Episode 101 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 100: Late Have I Loved You (Augustine's Confessions, Books 9-13)
Literature and History
Augustine’s Confessions, Part 2 of 2. The second half of Augustine’s Confessions contains some of the most famous theology in Christian history. Episode 100 Quiz: Episode 100 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 99: The Boy Who Stole Pears (Augustine's Confessions, Books 1-7)
Literature and History
Augustine’s Confessions, Part 1 of 2. The first half of Augustine’s Confessions tells of his wayward early years, his intellectual journey, and his spiritual awakening. Episode 99 Quiz: Episode 99 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
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Episode 98: The Life and Works of Saint Jerome
Literature and History
Polyglot Jerome (347-420) had a gigantic impact on all subsequent Christian history, leaving behind a huge body of works, including the Latin Bible. Episode 98 Quiz: Episode 98 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon: Ancient Greece Declassified Tour:
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Episode 97: Blood and Ivy (Nonnus' Dionysiaca, Books 25-48)
Literature and History
The Dionysiaca, Part 2 of 2. The last surviving Greek epic of antiquity draws to a close with Dionysus fighting wars far to the east, in India. Episode 97 Quiz: Episode 97 Transcription: Bonus Content: Patreon:
info_outlineMatthew, Mark, Luke and John are the heart of the New Testament. And today, historians and Biblical scholars know more about them than ever before.
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