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ClassicalAntiquitySidequest
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A monthly podcast that covers topics from Antiquity with a focus on Greece and Rome plus movie reviews. I post about what I read, watch and the pods I listen to. https://classicalantiquitypod.com/
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We've got new merch! To coincide with the latest episode, swing by the Tee Public store and people know that Odysseus Kept it Real!
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Odysseus Keepin' It Real by bullcitycoordinators
Odysseus keeps it real.
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Much like Hannibal didn't press his advantage to invade Rome, the Dems end the shutdown so the Senators won't be inconvenienced by flight delays.
Still can't believe there was a time when I thought ancient Greek vase paintings were boring.

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If he's a guardian of Art. 1, and by extension the Constitution, why did he advocate for the Court to make a decision on legal grounds at the end (the effect on the markets and the economy)? Economic policy making isn't an Art. 3 court's job ...
Anyone else still excited that Cuomo lost?
That is a heck of a dumb take from the author of that article. The Dems had pretty much a clean sweep of the Virginia elections and the response to that is, "Yeah, problems and what not"? What a doofus that guy is.
I finished reading a book for the podcast, so I decided to read some fiction next. Specifically, I am going to re-read Gates of Fire. I read it 20 some years ago, but I don't remember much about it. I'll let you know my thoughts. I bought the novel for my son and he, predictably, never read it.
IT people everywhere are furious.
the password to the louvre surveillance server was "louvre"

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Well look at that - the podcast has its own AI Overview on Google. This isn't a terrible summary, but it could be better (shocker).
A movie you've seen more than seven times with a gif
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Emperor Justinian's invasion of his own country hastened the fall of the Roman Empire. But after a thousand years of darkness and poverty Italy saw a Renaissance. Could the same thing happen here?
You're about to have an extra hour of time this weekend. Why not spend it learning about drinking habits in Greek Antiquity by listening to this interview with Amy Pistone?
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Sidequest 26 - Drinking in Ancient Greece with Dr. Amy Pistone
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✨The Eleusinian Mysteries✨

Demeter and Persephone flank a young youth thought to be Triptolemos. This beautiful Augustan era rendition based on a Greek relief is our pick for #ReliefWednesday and #ClassicsTober25.
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I cannot believe there are still people in my mentions arguing that boycotting an election because the candidates aren’t addressing your issue is a way to get them to pay attention.
two men are talking to each other and one of them says that 's not how it works
ALT: two men are talking to each other and one of them says that 's not how it works
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"I DON'T NEED YOU TO FUCKING REWRITE WHAT I'VE JUST WRITTEN!"
🤯 A coin that embodies chaos! This bronze relic is physical proof of Rome's #EconomicCollapse. It's a tangible record of hyperinflation and imperial crisis. What does history teach about inflation? 👇

Shop history: https://www.kinzercoins.com/

#RomanCrisis #AncientRome #Numismatics
Hitpoints & History is January 31, 2026! Get your tickets at early bird prices now through October 31! Get your tickets and find out more at hitpointscon.com or at hitpointsandhistory2026.eventbrite.com
anyway, if you’re a WTOP listener (DC/NOVA area), catch me talking about hauntology, cultural metaphors, and how history imposes itself upon our presents and futures. i’ll post info soon; maybe i’ll get them to call me back in the spring to talk demons too!
He's endangering the mission.
I have a very bad feeling about this...
Can confirm that doctors generally don't say things like this.
Reporter: Did you get an MRI?

Trump: I did. I got an MRI. It was perfect. Yeah…  nobody has given you reports like I have given you. The doctors said some of the best reports they have ever seen.