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Doug Metzger
Literature and History
This podcast is an introduction to Anglophone literature, from ancient times to the present, done by a Ph.D. with lots of books and musical instruments. A typical episode offers a summary of a work, or part of a work of literature, followed by some historical analysis. The episodes include original music, some comedy songs, and goofy jokes. You can listen to the shows in any order, although from time to time, episodes will make brief mention of previous or upcoming ones.
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4.9 stars from 2,067 ratings
Incredible effort
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“Written and produced with an incredible amount of dedication and passion for the subject, the show is polished by Doug’s seemingly unlimited source of warmth and creativity, which is inspiring in its own right.”
Daniophanes via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/16/24
Great Poscast
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“Just recently found this Podcast, enjoying the depth of detail provided on each topic.”
JWojSki via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
I’m addicted
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“I have listened to hours and hours, and I love every nerdy minute of it.”
Toadfather via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
Recent Episodes
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.
Ancient Greece Declassified Enemies of Athens Tour (October 11-19, 2023): https://www.greecepodcast.com/tour/
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Published 09/22/23
Published 09/22/23
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:
https://literatureandhistory.com/index.php/episode-102-quiz
Episode 102 Transcription:
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Published 03/04/23
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