It's a Classic Podcast

Today Host Zion Lashua and very very special guest Shawn Choi (he's earned that second very) examine Crito, the Socratic dialogue that follows the Apology and rounds off this pseudo-trilogy of Greek Philosophy! Today the pair compares Colonial American and Ancient Greek dental habits, enjoy another of Socrates' famous metaphors and are even joined by a third guest?! 

Last time Host Zion Lashua and very very special guest Shawn Choi examined Euthyphro, today is the continuation of that with Plato's Apology! Join them as they ask burning questions such as: Is Wendy's the new Socrates? What punishment does Socrates deserve? and just how heavy handed are those God's not Dead movies? 

It's a Classic is back in Ancient Greece! This time host Zion Lashua and very very special guest Shawn Choi discuss Euthyphro, one of the Socratic dialogues. Will they discover the very nature of piety? Will Socrates ever stop annoying people? Will they ever stop talking about balls? 

It's another episode of History or BS-Story! This time host Zion Lashua is joined by special guest Nicholas Cohn! Will Nick be able to outperform Shawn from the last episode? To do so, he'll have to know what Aristotle thought about octopi, the details of Egyptian monsters, and what fig leaves have to say about the ocean! 

It's about time we talked about Egypt! Join host Zion Lashua as he is accompanied by Emma Dominguez! The two will explore Egyptian birthing practices, Scrooge McDuck (again somehow) and most importantly, Hatshepsut, the woman king of ancient Egypt. 

Welcome back to It’s a Classic! It’s about time that we covered some stories from India, and where better to start than the Ramayana? It’s the Hindu epic that has everything from giant fire demons to a beautiful wedding! Join host Zion Lashua and guest Shawn Choi as they explore the beginning of the journey of Rama as he quests to save the world! 

This week, it's a Novis episode! Join host Shawn Choi as he guides Zion Lashua through an assortment of Korean fairy and folk tales! Learn about underworld journeys, a crazy hungry tiger, and the origin of the rooster! 

Today, we're trying something new! It's a quiz show format! Host Zion Lashua has come up with 10 questions for guest Shawn Choi. Can Shawn figure out the History from the BS Story, And if he can't, can you? Listen and play along as they discuss Frog goddesses, Spartan Disembowelment, and insane Hindu beasts! 

Demetrius is a man of many names! He is the Savior-God of Athens, the Fable, and most importantly the Besieger! Join host Zion Lashua as he is joined by his brothers, Quinn and Iago Lashua. The trio will explore giant siege machines, underground and undersea warfare, and the mole of Rhodes! 

You thought Caligula was bad? This week Zion Lashua is joined by Shawn Choi to talk about Nero. Join them as they learn about Nero's obsession with music, his foolproof plan to kill his own mother, and his genius when it comes to quelling rebellions! 

Today's story is one about transformed servants, a mysterious palace in the middle of the woods, and a beauty forced to marry a mysterious character! It's Cupid and Psyche of course! What were you thinking? Host Zion Lashua is joined by special guest Melanie Cruz. Join the two of them as they learn about early 2000's romance movies, venomous sheep, and the many powers of the god Pan...

This time, it's some not-so-ancient tales from China! Host Zion Lashua guides guest Shawn Choi through tales of superpowered brothers,  a man who lost both feet for a rock, and a candy that may or may not get you killed! 

An army of elite gay lovers?! You're not dreaming, you're just listening to the most recent episode of the It's a Classic Podcast! Host Zion Lashua surprises guest Shawn Choi with an episode that he requested: The Sacred Band of Thebes. Besides these kings, this story also features assassinations, revolutions, and really long spears! 

It's the first episode of the It's a Classic Novis! Novis, meaning "reverse" in Latin will denote any episode where Zion Lashua is not the host, but instead the guest! Today, Shawn Choi regales us all with the tale of the Japanese creation myth. There's romance, drama, and a leech baby?! 

It's time to wrap up the story of Lucius and the Golden Ass! Zion Lashua is joined by Nicholas Cohn to explore the chaos of this story. Indulge in geysers of boiling wine, cheating wives, and a mysterious visit from a goddess! 

The story of Lucius the donkey continues in today's episode! Host Zion Lashua is joined by Nicholas Cohn as the two learn about the intricate parallels between The Illiad and The Golden Ass, as well as why one should avoid boars at all costs! 

Zion Lashua is joined by Nicholas Cohn to explore the story of The Golden Ass, a crazy novel written around the year 100 AD which follows Lucius across his many adventures! In this episode, learn how dangerous sponges can be, to beware of weasels, and to always make sure to keep your hair safe from witches! 

While the podcast has mostly been focused on topics centering around Greece and Rome, it's also about all other ancient stories and figures! This week, its all about Gilgamesh, the king of the ancient city of Uruk in Ancient Sumeria! Join host Zion Lashua as he guides Shawn Choi through the oldest story known to man! 

Merry Christmas everyone! I thought it would be fun to take a look at one of the most classic Christmas stories of them all: the birth of Jesus Christ! Host Zion Lashua is once again joined by Shawn Choi as the two explore the horror of biblically accurate angels, the mysterious magi, and the real reason baby Jesus was wrapped in cloth! 

Back to some good ol’ history! Today host Zion Lashua is joined by special guest Nick Cohn! The pair delves into the story of the chaotic Roman emperor, Caligula! If you’re looking for over the top bridge building, epic pranks, and lots of death and debauchery, then Caligula is your man! 

Another tale from Greek Myth! Sure, you've heard of the Minotaur, and maybe you've heard of Icarus flying too close to the sun, but have you heard of The Throne of Forgetfulness and Theseus feeding a man to a turtle? If not, join host Zion Lashua as he guides guest Shawn Choi through the tale of Theseus and Minos!

It's another episode of Greek Myth! This week, Zion Lashua is joined by his two brothers, Quinn and Iago Lashua for a tumultuous journey through the history of the Ancient Greek city-state of Thebes! From its bovine birth to its tragic end, the story of Thebes is a true classic!

The story of Heracles was too massive and insane to fit in a single episode, so here is the second and final part of his life. In this episode host Zion Lashua guides guest Shawn Choi through Heracles stealing a belt and getting himself a new pet! 

Our first foray into Greek myth! Join host Zion Lashua and guest Shawn Choi as they begin the journey of Heracles!

It's the inaugural episode of the It's a Classic Podcast! Join host Zion Lashua and guest Shawn Choi as they explore the story behind the slipperiest and most handsome figure to come out of ancient Athens!