Dr. Benjamin Anderson, a professor of Classics and History of Art at Cornell University, joins Lexie to chat about his decision process for picking an era & culture to specialize in, his thoughts on whether the study of archaeology is more the study of history or material culture, and whether all Byzantinists are obsessed with Hagia Sophia. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com! Learn more about Dr. Anderson: https://arthistory.cornell.edu/benjamin-anderson Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds. Get exclusive bonus content (ad free episodes, early releases, and experimental content) on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.