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Plutarch’s Greeks and Romans is a podcast inspired by Plutarch’s ancient collection of biographies of famous Grecians and Romans.
Plutarch was both a Greek and a Roman citizen living during the Pax Romana - the Golden Age of the Roman Empire.
Our podcast will explore 50+ persons Plutarch believed were most influential in the rise of Greek and Roman civilization, from legends such as Theseus and Romulus to conquerors like Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar.
Plutarch had no shortage of great people and stories to tell us about about these people who shaped their times and ours!
Ryan & Chris
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We'd love to hear from you In this episode, we explore the lives of Agesilaus and Pelopidas, two towering figures from ancient Greece whose paths and principles could not be more different. Agesilaus, the disciplined and cunning Spartan king, rose to prominence through military command and political maneuvering—but his loyalty to Sparta may have come at Greece’s expense. Pelopidas, the fiery and courageous Theban, championed freedom and defied tyranny, shaping the rise of Thebes through bold ...
We'd love to hear from you Step into the fascinating world of Xenophon, a soldier, historian, philosopher, and adventurer from ancient Greece whose life reads like an epic tale. This podcast unpacks the extraordinary journey of Xenophon, a student of Socrates, a general in the Persian wilderness, and one of the earliest storytellers of history and leadership. Discover his role in the infamous "March of the Ten Thousand," where Xenophon led a stranded Greek army through hostile territories bac...
We'd love to hear from you In this episode, we complete our dive into the life and legacy of Marcus Furius Camillus, one of Rome's most celebrated military leaders and statesmen, often hailed as the "Second Founder of Rome." Camillus played a crucial role in shaping the early Roman Republic, guiding it through some of its most challenging periods. We began in episode one by exploring his early life and rise to power, discussing his military acumen and the series of victories that earned him t...
We'd love to hear from you Furius Camillus, whom many historians, Plutarch included, say is the second founder of Rome and in my opinion is one of the greatest Roman leaders at least up until the Empire, and even then, still holds his own! Support the show Thanks for supporting our show Plutarch enthusiasts! Thanks to all our listeners, we appreciate your support! Stay tuned for more new and exciting upcoming biographies Chris & Ryan
We'd love to hear from you Lysander's importance to history begins when he is appointed as admiral of the Spartan fleet in 407 BC. At this point Athens's navy has experienced a resurgence with the return of Alcibiades. Lysander takes command of the Spartan fleet at Ephesus and resolves to do what it takes to make it a match for the Athenian navy. A tall order - is Lysander up for the challenge? Enjoy the episode Support the show Thanks for supporting our show Plutarch enthusia...
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