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The king of gods and men, thus...false34fbf1d3-a462-5e07-bcb7-00467a876b84episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timaeus-plato-platon--74470923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74470923Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:03 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Timaeus" by Plato presents a profound exploration of the nature of the physical world and the cosmos, delving into themes of creation, knowledge, and the relationship between the material and the divine. This dialogue features Timaeus, who...28266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--74425068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425068Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000Lucian of Samosata"De Anima" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the soul and its relationship to the body, exploring fundamental questions about life, consciousness, and existence. This profound work remains relevant today as it challenges listeners to reflect on...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--74344891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74344891Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:47 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Protagoras-Plato" invites listeners into a profound exploration of philosophical inquiry and the nature of knowledge, as presented through the lens of one of history's greatest thinkers. This work delves into the intricate dialogue between Protagoras...11732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agricola-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74288858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74288858Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Lucian of SamosataAgricola by Publius Cornelius Tacitus is a powerful biographical account that highlights the life and achievements of Tacitus's father-in-law, Gnaeus Julius Agricola, a Roman general known for his military prowess and governance in Britain. This work...5357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eryxias-text-559--74172623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172623Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:47 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Eryxias (Text 559)" invites listeners into a rich exploration of philosophical themes that resonate through the ages. This dialogue delves into the nature of wealth and its relationship to virtue, prompting profound reflections on what truly...2333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-dramatic-reading-euripides--74113394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113394Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:07 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Iphigenia in Tauris" by Euripides is a powerful exploration of fate, sacrifice, and the complexities of human emotion set against the backdrop of ancient Greek mythology. This dramatic reading brings to life the intense struggles faced by its...5424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-1-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74064835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064835Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:29 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Annals Vol 1" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a profound exploration of Roman history, chronicling the events and personalities that shaped the empire during the early years of the Roman Empire. Tacitus's keen insights into power, governance, and...23020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation-sophocles--74010569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010569Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Storr, is a poignant exploration of fate, redemption, and the search for peace in the twilight of life. 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This exploration not only highlights the rich tapestry of Roman culture but also...19941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-interpretation-aristotle--73646682https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646682Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:16:39 +0000Lucian of Samosata"On Interpretation" by Aristotle delves into the nature of language and its relationship to reality, exploring how words signify thoughts and concepts. This foundational text in philosophy addresses the complexities of meaning, reference, and the...4240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-2-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--73610004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73610004Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:44:33 +0000Lucian of SamosataInstitutio Oratoria, volume 2 by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus is a foundational text on the art of rhetoric and the education of orators. 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