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We continue our exploration of Classical Studies and The Iliad with a look at chapters 3 & 4 of this epic.  We go further into the catalogue of ships and allies and get a taste of the battles amongst the gods as the great Greek deities take sides in the conflict!

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We continue on with chapter two of The Iliad and learn more about the cast of characters arrayed on both sides of this epic conflict.  Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts. Dr. Gary Stickel lectures. 

Join us on our continuing lecture series on the Iliad.  Dr. Gary Stickel, Homeric scholar and archaeologist guides on our journey through chapter two of this amazing work of world literature. 

One of the three goddesses in the "Judgement of Paris" that initiates the Trojan War cycle, perhaps no goddess embodies the Ancient Greek attitude towards women more than Hera, Queen of the Gods. Portrayed as the perpetually spiteful wife, her power was shown as limited and lesser. But who was the true Hera and where did she come from? Join Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dawn "Sam" Alden as they discuss...

“O, learn to love, the lesson is but plain, And once made perfect, never lost again.” ― William Shakespeare, Venus and Adonis Aphrodite, Venus-- The Goddess of Love. She is perhaps the most well known of any in the Greco-Roman Pantheon. She also plays a major part in setting off the events that will lead to the Trojan War. But what do we really know of her story and her origin? Join us as Dr. Gary...

Originally recorded for our sister 34 Circe podcast channel focused on the stories, history and mythology of women, we're adding this series here because it's relevant to our study of The Iliad. The series is called "In Praise of the Goddess" and this episode concerns Athena. Join us as our guest, archaeologist and Homeric scholar Dr. Gary Stickel, tells us the story of one of the most famous godd...

We continue with out Classical Studies course and our introduction to The Iliad. In this episode, we look at the main goddesses and gods in the poem and discuss the opening chapter. Dr. Gary Stickel tells us about the epic. Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

Welcome to Classical Studies 101! Join us as we take a journey through the Iliad with Dr. Gary Stickel, Homeric scholar and noted archaeologist. In this episode, we introduce the great work by giving a background of Homer, the historical conflict and the literary history. We also introduce the listener to the main characters in the epic. Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

One of the greatest authors in Western literature, Homer has been a stable of literary study since the days of Socrates and Plato. Now, though, an insidious attack on the value and relevance of his work has been launched. Listen in as Dr. Gary Stickel mounts a spirited defense of Homer's work. Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

We continue with our second part of our inquiry into whether there is a secret number system hidden in The Iliad and The Odyssey. Dr. Gary Stickel continues the discussion of his theory of the secret number system hidden in Homer's works. Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

Is there a secret number system hidden in The Iliad and The Odyssey? Did Homer convey secret ancient mystery teachings in his great epics? Join us as Dr. Gary Stickel regales us with his theory of "Code 12" the secret number system hidden in Homer's works! Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

We continue our journey with Dr. Gary Stickel and his quest to find the lost Palace of Odysseus. In part 2, Dr. Stickel shares the techniques archaeologists use to plan their excavations and how those apply to this particular journey. Sean Marlon Newcombe hosts.

Come join Sean Marlon Newcombe as he talks with Dr. Gary Stickel about the legend of the Palace of Odysseus from Homer's Odyssey and Dr. Stickel's quest to uncover it after almost 3000 years!

Sports are back... but should they be? Join Sean Marlon Newcombe and a panel of sportsmen as they discuss the state of American sports and how they reflect our approach to handling the Covid pandemic. Special guests Richard Stone and Howard Brodwin give their insights. 34 Circe Sports is back!

It's 13000 years old, but developers want to destroy it-- Welcome to the story of the oldest oak tree in California and one man's bid to save it. Listen in as Sean Marlon Newcombe interviews Dr. Gary Stickel about his quest to save the ancient and majestic member of our earth family.

Las Alturas de Machu Picchu -- The fabled "Lost City of the Incas" has captured the imagination of people from around the world for the last century. What is it like to visit there and what is the history of the place and the amazing civilization of the Incas? Sean Marlon Newcombe talks with archaeologist Dr. Gary Stickel and traveler George Catoera about the experience of being in this transcende...

Sean Marlon Newcombe sits down with sports fans Richard Stone and Howard Brodwin to discuss the impact of Covid on sports for the everyday fan. Richard is a husband and father of two young athletes and Howard is a consultant in sports marketing for physically challenged sporting events and athletes. Howard's site is www.sportsandsocialchange.org

How are everyday Americans responding to the Covid pandemic and quarantine? How do they feel about the response of our elected officials and fellow citizens? Sean Marlon Newcombe talks with Bernadette Fruto and George Catoera about the crisis.

Archaeologist Dr. Gary Stickel tells Sean Marlon Newcombe how he got his nickname, "The Real Indiana Jones."

In our mini-episode, archaeologist Dr. Gary Stickel discusses the legendary story of explorer Heinrich Schliemann and his quest to find the city of Troy.

The gods existed before all things. Where are they from? Sean Marlon Newcombe discusses the origin of the Greek pantheon with archaeologist and Homeric scholar Dr. Gary Stickel.