The most influential biographies ever written, admired by leaders, creators, soldiers, and thinkers for nearly 2,000 years: Plutarch’s Parallel lives. Essential listening for anyone striving after greatness. Alex Petkas, former professor of ancient philosophy and history, revives and dramatically retells these unforgettable stories for modern audiences. The subjects are statesmen, generals, orators, and founders; pious and profane, stoics and hedonists. The stakes bear on the future of Weste ...
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A podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays historical fiction games and talks about the REAL stories behind gaming.
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Unlocked is a podcast series that invites you to be a fly-on-the-wall as VRMB founder Matt Landau interviews some of the world’s most innovative vacation rental professionals. The goal of this podcast series is to share best practices and to remind vacation rental professionals that we have everything we need inside of us to succeed.
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Presenting a chronological history of the ancient Spartan peoples. Beginning with their earliest mentions in the epics of Homer, the Iliad and Odyssey, right through to the collapse of Spartan dominance in the 4th century BCE.
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Cellist Daniel Lelchuk engages the most extraordinary thinkers, writers, musicians, and entertainers in spirited conversations and connects music to the wider world.
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Pandemics, violent eruptions, city sackings, egomaniac emperors. Sound familiar? History always repeats itself. Archaeologist host Darius Arya Digs goes back 2000 years to uncover elements of Ancient Rome & its expansive Empire. On location from the back streets of Rome to the bazaar of Cairo, from the Agora of Athens to the Medina of Tunis, and from the Vatican Museums to the Roman emperor Diocletian’s palace of Split. Episodes drop each Monday!
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Today's episode features Ruth Manfredi, owner of Cinque Terre Vacation Rentals in Italy. In this episode, Ruth and Matt talk about a shift toward creativity, authenticity, and originality within the VR industry. You will hear Ruth her passion and excitement while she shares her stories and experiences which involves more than just the VR industry. …
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Today's episode features Maria Schuh, owner of Mistiso's Place in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. In this episode, Maria talks about ways that effectively allow her to navigate the threats that seem to hold a lot of VR owners back and how dancing influences the way she goes about life. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, …
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Pompey becomes Rome’s greatest conqueror, and empire builder, but faces even greater trials back home in Rome. People Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, "Pompey the Great" Sulla Felix, the Dictator Pompey The Pirates Posidonius the Stoic Mithridates VI Eupator, King of Pontus Lucius Licinius Lucullus Cicero, the Orator Manilius, the Tribune Julius Caesar Theo…
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Today's episode features Steve Hafner, the co-founder and CEO of Kayak. Kayak is a search engine for travel services, including airline flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. In this episode, Steve and Matt talk about what it means to be a visionary, and how to be creative and bring ideas. Steve and Matt dive into the importance of st…
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Authentic Innovation with Barry Shimelfarb
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Today's episode features Barry Shimelfarb, who is a short-term rental operator, an executive coach to tech leaders in Silicon Valley, and a father of two. In this episode, Barry opens up about one of the most difficult times in his life and how this has shaped his guest philosophy, the way he manages his businesses, and the way he tries to make the…
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Pompey, the Great. Part 1 of 3. Pompey's rise to become one of Rome's greatest generals - before he's even old enough to hold office. How he got the nickname of "Kid Butcher" or "The Butcher Boy". Thanks to our Sponsor, Intercollegiate Studies Institute! www.isi.org Key Names: Agesilaus of Sparta Julius Caesar Alexander the Great Pompeius STRABO (f…
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History N' Games Episode 39 (Greek Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII)
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In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author MJ Gallagher about the fascinating Greek myths found in Final Fantasy VII. Support the showBy Meghan Sullivan
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82 - How to Tell a Flatterer From a Friend
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Check out Ralston College's FUNDED MA program: https://www.ralston.ac/humanities-ma ! ...Plutarch offers some advice on how to choose your friends, and how to be a good one. Examples include Alexander the Great, Cato, Carneades, Plato, Dionysius the Tyrant, and more. (Here depicted: the monument of Philopappus in Athens, to whom Plutarch's essay is…
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An interview with Barry Strauss, Spartacus expert, and author of The Spartacus War In this episode: -How Spartacus' Slave revolt almost failed in its early stages -Overcoming short term thinking as a leader -Spartacus' influence on modern leadersBy Alex Petkas
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A method for reading that can transform your life. W/ help from Dana Gioia, California Poet Laureate, Chairman, National Endowment for the Arts 2003-2009. Get his new book Sentences from Seneca, here! Some Sources: https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Moral_letters_to_Lucilius/Letter_108 https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Sallust/Bellum_J…
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79 - Spencer Klavan: Why Achilles Plays the Lyre
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Why does Achilles, slaughterer of men, play the lyre? A conversation with Spencer Klavan of the Young Heretics podcast. Check out the Cost of Glory Men's Leadership Retreat: costofglory.com/retreat ! Spencer on Twitter: @spencerklavan In this conversation, we discuss: -Spencer & Alex's common ground training as classicists -How one gets into these …
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The fall and political struggles of the great Lucullus, rival of Pompey and Caesar. Cost of Glory Men's Retreat 2024 application open! - costofglory.com/retreat Thanks to our sponsor Ancient Language Institute - Tutoring now available: Latin: https://ancientlanguage.com/latin-tutorials/ Ancient Greek: https://ancientlanguage.com/ancient-greek-tutor…
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History N' Games Episode 38 (12 Facts About Hercules and His 12 Labors in 12 Minutes)
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Happy Holidays, everyone! In this special episode of History N' Games, I (Meghan Sullivan) attempt to share 12 interesting facts about Hercules and his 12 labors in 12 minutes. Do I succeed? Noooo! I definitely go a bit overtime. BUT, it's still a fun-filled episode and I hope you enjoy it. ^___^ Support the show…
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Lucullus drives Mithridates out of Pontus, and war escalates In this episode: -The power of concentration -Nothing is more important than sleep -Bold Barbarian Queens -The value of bad news -Battle of Tigranocerta Book Rec - Gareth Sampson, Rome's Great Eastern WarBy Alex Petkas
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Lucullus, Conqueror of Armenia. Highlights from Plutarch's biography of the great foe of Pompey Cost of Glory Men's Retreat 2024 application open! - costofglory.com/retreat Thanks to our sponsor Ancient Language Institute - Tutoring now available: Latin: https://ancientlanguage.com/latin-tutorials/ Ancient Greek: https://ancientlanguage.com/ancient…
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75 - How to Turn People Down (or, "On Cringe")
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The vice of "dysopia" brings down even the strongest. Plutarch gives some advice on how to fortify ourselves against it. Reach out to alex@ancientlifecoach.com for more info on the 2024 Cost of Glory Men's retreat in Rome! Link to a translation of Plutarch's text : https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Plutarch/Moralia/De_vitioso_pudor…
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Leading With Love with Antonio Bortolotti
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Today's episode features Antonio Bortolotti, who runs the vacation Rental World Summit with his wife, Christina. It's become the preeminent event in Europe and the Middle East for vacation rental professionals. In this episode, Antonio and I recount this most extraordinary moment on stage at the end of the Vacation Rental World Summit in Barcelona …
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74 - Crassus Aftermath, Takeaways, Sources
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What happened to Crassus' captured soldiers? To his family? What can we learn from his successes and his world-historic failure? ANNOUNCEMENT! Cost of Glory Men's Leadership Retreat in Rome - July 2024. Reach out to alex@ancientlifecoach.com if you're interested. Buy the books: -Penguin edition of Plutarch including Life of Crassus -Sallust's war w…
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This episode features a conversation between Justin Ford and Matt Landau. Justin is a longtime industry advocate, having introduced professional safety protocols to the emerging industry of vacation rentals. In this episode, Matt and Justin talk about leadership and fear, and how certain experiences impact the way we think about, and handle, risk. …
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73 - Crassus III: Battle of Carrhae
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Crassus' famous campaign against the Parthians - what motivated it? What happened at Carrhae? What can we learn from it? Thanks to our Sponsor! Ancient Language Institute: https://ancientlanguage.com Key Figures Marcus Licinius Crassus - The Protagonist Gaius Pompeius Magnus - Pompey, the Rival Lucius Licinius Crassus - the Orator Publius Licinius …
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I GOT STUCK is my story but it could also likely be yours. As burnout started to rear its ugly head my relationships and projects started to wobble. I was forced to accept that I was lacking a clear vision for my future: I was without a firm foundation to create from. How does one become visionary? What does it feel like to grow in new ways? How do…
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039. Salamis with Professor Barry Strauss
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The battle of Salamis was the defining naval conflict of the ancient Greek world. Occurring in the wake of the Greek defeat at Thermopylae, the allied Hellenic fleet lined up in the narrow strait between mainland Attica and the nearby island of Salamis. Opposing them was the might of Persia's seabound forces. Although whittled down somewhat via sto…
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Marcus Licinius Crassus, Richest Man in Rome. The plot thickens in the contest with Pompey, and Crassus takes on new allies: Catiline and Julius Caesar. In this episode: -How to defuse the resentment of opponents you've beaten -The power of debt at Rome -Fighting for the hardest prizes, but playing it like a game -Cicero's mortgage and homeowner he…
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Our Fathers Would Be Proud with Adam Strauss
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This episode features a conversation between two lifelong friends, Adam and Matt, who talk about their childhood, their fathers, and their heritage. In this conversation, they reflect on how travel reunited them in a very special place in this world, close to their roots. This episode is about exploring who they are as a person and creating life-la…
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Everything Was Going Exactly As Planned ...
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In this episode, Matt talks with his friend and neighbor Robin. Robin‘s whole life seemed to be going according to plan -- great job, health, nuclear family -- until she got hit by the shitstorm of her marriage starting to unravel. In this episode, Matt and Robin explore themes of relationships, adversity, movement, and travel, and how to lead your…
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History N' Games Episode 37 (Dr. Kira Jones on the Hidden History of Destiny 2, Disco Elysium)
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In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Dr. Kira Jones on the hidden history of games like Destiny 2, Disco Elysium, Yuppie Psycho, and more. To learn more about Dr. Kira Jones, be sure to visit her website at: https://flaviansophist.com Did you enjoy this episode? If you can, please support History N' Games at …
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What's the Purpose of Your Trip with Guy Fomin
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In this podcast episode, Matt Landau and Guy discuss personal growth, business insights, and transformative experiences. Matt talks about his life-changing trip to Israel and how travel can trigger transformation. Guy shares his enlightening experiences with psychedelics and how they altered his perspective on life. The episode also covers Guy's jo…
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Join us for a conversation between Matt and his mother, Barbara Landau. This episode offers a glimpse into Barbara Landau’s rich life experiences and adventures. She reflects on her career choices, emphasizing the importance of building a network of mentors and allies for success. Barbara's impressive achievements are a testament to her dedication …
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71 - Crassus I: Richest Man in Rome
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The story of Marcus Licinius Crassus, Richest man in Rome. In this episode: -The Real Spartacus -How to make a fortune, ancient style -Why Crassus was a better spender than modern billionaires Thanks to our Sponsor! Copythat, learn copywriting from the classics: https://copythat.com/ For a discount (and to let them know I sent you), use this code: …
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Join us for a captivating conversation with Valerie Gangas as she shares her inspiring journey of growth, spirituality, and resilience. From starting a vacation rental company during the pandemic to exploring the depths of her spiritual awakening, Valerie's story is a powerful testament to the human spirit. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and ins…
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History N' Games Episode 36 (Why Did People Worship Bronze Age Jerks? Barry Strauss Interview)
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In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews bestselling author and historian Barry Strauss about ancient heroes, real heroes, and why people worshipped Bronze Age jerks like Achilles. Support the showBy Meghan Sullivan
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70 - How to Praise Oneself Inoffensively - Part 2
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Plutarch gives more examples of how to get it right, from Great Leaders of Greece & Rome -Phocion, -Agathocles, -Pericles, -Sulla, -Themistocles,By Alex Petkas
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History N' Games Episode 35 (Is Democracy in Danger? A Stanford Professor Weighs In)
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In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about the origins of democracy, how democracies succeed, and whether or not our current democracies are in danger. Support the showBy Meghan Sullivan
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You know you want to do it. But how? Plutarch offers a few key examples.By Alex Petkas
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History N' Games Episode 34 (Okhlos: The Crazy Origins of Democracy - Part 1)
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In this special two-part episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the hilarious mob simulator Okhlos: Omega, and how it (accidentally) reflects the crazy real-life origins of Western Democracy. Then in the second episode, Meghan will talk to Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about whether or not democracy is currentl…
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Highlights from Rome's Deadliest Conspiracy, the Catilinarian conspiracy. Featuring speeches by Julius Caesar and Cato the Younger.By Alex Petkas
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Get into one of the great moments of history - highlights from Cicero's speech Against Catiline. Featuring a quote or two from the original Latin.By Alex Petkas
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66 - Catiline I: Rome's Deadliest Conspiracy
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The Conspiracy to overthrow the Roman Republic at the height of its power. Catiline and his associates challenge Cicero and Cato. Rumors were that Crassus and Caesar were involved... Part I: Highlights from Sallust's War with Catiline. ANNOUNCING - New Megaseries: Visions of Caesar. I am beginning an arc on the biographies of all the most prominent…
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History N' Games Episode 33 (Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade)
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In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan shares what is known about Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade thus far, and how it could historically tie into another very popular Assassin's Creed game. Support the showBy Meghan Sullivan
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The Greatest hero of all, Hercules - told by Seneca: Billionaire, Politician, Stoic Philosopher, and... Tragic Playwright. Highlights and power quotes from Seneca's "The Madness of Hercules": in a new, brilliant, poetic translation by one of America's great poets, Dana Gioia Get a copy here: https://amzn.to/42TEUqJ (and support the show thereby) Mo…
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The Finale: Xenophon's Anabasis, book 7 of 7. Highlights for the High Life. In this episode: -Sailing to Byzantium -How to Tame a Mob -Spartan Indecision -Drinking more wine from big horns with dangerous men -Raiding with Thracians -Fire attack at night -How to lose a good friend for good -What all gyms should aspire to be like -The importance of k…
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Highlights from Book 6 of Xenophon's Anabasis In this episode: -Drinking parties, War Dances -Why every modern gentleman should sacrifice to the gods -How to gracefully decline a promotion -Hercules in Hell -On keeping the Fellowship together -Isolated sheep rustling incident threatens to start an international war -The value of a cool head…
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History N' Games Episode 32 (God of War: The Real Ghost of Sparta)
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In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan dives into the history of the REAL Ghost of Sparta...and it's not Kratos. If you like this episode, please be sure to follow History N' Games on your favorite audio platform, and be sure to check out the History N' Games Youtube channel @historyngames! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqglCWfAn7A0mwOnLyig4oQ Su…
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Xenophon, Anabasis 5. #1 Highlights for Life Success. In this episode: -Fending off chaos in all its forms -Dealing with a power vacuum -The Source of the Golden Fleece -The BEST way to spend Sacred Funds (Hint: Real Estate) -Artemis and her 7 wonders Temple at Ephesus (cult statue here) -Sampling Local Delicacies (as always) -Pale white children a…
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Top 4 takeaways from the life of Agesilaus. Also, further reading: Plutarch, "On Sparta": https://amzn.to/3Ni3RaO -Cornelius Nepos, Lives of the Great Commanders (trans. Quintus Curtius): https://amzn.to/3AtrqpO -Xenophon, Hellenica: https://amzn.to/41YXmOx -Steven Pressfield, Gates of Fire (historical novel): https://amzn.to/3V0gCsH -Paul Cartledg…
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60 - Agesilaus III: The Fire Breathers
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Agesilaus, old King of Sparta, faces his final enemy, and greatest foe of all: the Theban commander Epaminondas. Map Key People: Agesilaus, king of Sparta Demaratus, king of Sparta Artaxerxes, King of Persia Epaminondas, Theban Statesman Pelopidas, Theban Statesman Antalcidas Xenophon, the Philosopher-warrior Gryllus, son of Xenophon Nectanebo, Pha…
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59 - Agesilaus II: The Spartan Supremacy
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Sparta's greatest king, from his grandest moments, to his most challenging setbacks. 394-371 BC. In this episode: -Isolating your enemies -Working through intermediaries -The power of culture -Democracy vs. Oligarchy -personal integrity vs state integrity Thanks to our Sponsor, Ancient Language Institute: https://ancientlanguage.com/register-greek/…
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58 - Agesilaus I: Persian Expedition
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The story of Sparta's greatest king. Sponsors: -The Excellent How To Take Over The World Podcast; -Ancient Life Coach Rome Retreat In This Episode: -Inspiration from a rough childhood -The Spartan youth training system -The Spartan art of consensus building -The Iliadic vision of a Panhellenic King -Getting enemies to finance your war effort -War a…
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History N' Games Episode 31 (Norse Mythology in Final Fantasy VII: M.J. Gallagher Interview)
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In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author M.J. Gallagher about his fascinating book Norse Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII. Support the showBy Meghan Sullivan
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Xenophon's Anabasis 4: The best parts of all, with analysis for action. Thanks to our sponsor, Ancient Language Institute! https://ancientlanguage.com/register-greek/ -- Apply for the Ancient Life Coach Speak Lead Retreat! ancientlifecoach.com/retreat In this Episode: -How to cross a guarded river -The mindset of people who push through massive str…
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