Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level , designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 2 features Professor Polly Low and Professor Neville Morley debating the manifold causes of the Peloponnesian War with James. Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to Part 2. - - - - - - - - - - In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James R...
Nov 24, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level , a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. We're back for the second half of Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell to explore the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persian...
Nov 23, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level , a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell explores the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persians in 480–479 BCE. Click here for cap...
Nov 23, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Along with Achilles, Hector, Helen and Cassandra, one of the most famous names associated with Troy is Heinrich Schilemann, German businessman and 'discoverer' of Troy. In this entertaining story, Rebecca Lewis-Oakes reimagines how Schilemann's discovery came about, with a little help from the gods...follow Rebecca here and on Twitter . Troy was narrated by Anastacia Holding, Classical Association EDI Officer and keen archaeologist. We're sorry about the background noise in parts of this episode...
Nov 22, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Inspired by a line in Book 12 of Homer's Iliad , Susanna Phillippo's story about grief and storytelling was commended in the Open Category and it was vividly brought to life in this narration by Professor James Robson. Susanna is herself a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Newcastle University and you can read her profile here . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Ste...
Nov 21, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 27
A new story for a new theme - in the final section of our EPIC Compendium, we're showcasing stories of war, inspired by the Open category theme 'Troy'. We begin with an epistolary story from Ellie Field, narrated by Professor Douglas Cairns , Chair of the Classical Association Council and a Fellow of the British Academy. Can you spot the tribute to Stephen Fry in Ellie's story? EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Assoc...
Nov 20, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Roman and Remmie, two business magnates - but only one can survive. Sophie Hislop's gripping story was inspired by the Senior category theme 'Heroes' and it was narrated by Katrina Kelly, CA Engagement and Branches Coordinator. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroes and Troy . For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-n...
Nov 19, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Not for the squeamish, this is a bloody tale of revenge, deception and justice with some very famous characters involved, as Isabella Dennis makes us think - what really makes a hero a hero? Heroes and Murderers was narrated by Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroes and Troy . For the nex...
Nov 18, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 24
When you think of justice in the ancient world, you might think of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, or of the Furies themselves - Tisiphone and Alecto. In today's episode, Cheryl Byrne brings these characters to life, building to a dramatic crescendo. Fury was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired ...
Nov 17, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this brilliant short story, James Robson takes us into the mind of Meredith Gorgo - and introduces us to a young journalist on a mission. Stone Cold was awarded Third Place in the Senior Category and it was written by Sophie Davies. James is a Professor of Classical Studies at the Open University and the Grants Officer of the Classical Association. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Com...
Nov 16, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Revenge is sweet in this dramatic story by Maya Pyshkin, inspired by the theme 'Heroes' and written for the Senior category. It was narrated by Dr Ian Goh , a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Swansea University and a council member of the Classical Association. You can follow Ian here - https://twitter.com/iklg2. Bonus: Ian's dog was keen to get involved in the storytelling too! EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Associ...
Nov 15, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 21
TW//sexual violence. Please be advised that the following story contains themes and addresses topics relating to abduction and sexual assault that some listeners might find upsetting. We Are Very Little Things, by Madeleine Whitmore, was awarded second place in the Senior category and was highly commended by the judges. It was narrated by Katrina Kelly, host of The Classics Podcast. Follow Katrina here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants i...
Nov 13, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Dr Alex McAuley , a Senior Lecturer in Hellenistic History and the Classical Association Honorary Secretary, narrates Milly Kotecha's riveting retelling of the myth of Orestes and Pylades, two characters who feature prominently in Greek tragedies such as Euripides' Electra and Orestes and Aechylus' Eumenides . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilo...
Nov 12, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 19
With a new theme, Justice, we have moved over to the Roman world and an infamous moment in political history. Annie Whyman's story Thus Αlways was written in response to the prompt 'Heroes', in the Senior category, and it was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mytho...
Nov 11, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 18
This brilliant collection of short poems by Ash Bond was ingeniously written in response to the theme 'Troy' and forms the last instalment in our Myth series. It was narrated by Dr Mai Musié . Mai is an Ancient Historian and Public Engagement Specialist and she was the recipient of the 2019 CA Prize. You can follow Mai here and Ash here . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , in...
Nov 10, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Marnie McPartland's unique take on the theme 'Heroes' makes us view the Gods in a whole new light... Relics was narrated by Jessica Dixon, Head of Classics at Woldingham School and the Latin representative on the Classical Association Teaching Board. You can fellow Jess on Twitter at @jessbisc EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroe...
Nov 09, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 16
We return to the Underworld as James Renshaw reads A Ballad of Melancholy, Matilda Jenkins' gripping retelling of the myth of Orpheus, which was commended in our Senior category. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroes and Troy . For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every da...
Nov 08, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The World Myth by Amelie Bea Sumner was inspired by stories from Africa, Asia and Ancient Greece and it was awarded third place in the Junior category. Barbara Bell, author of Minimus and former director of the Primary Latin Project , here tells the tale of Alvaro and Alexene. Read more about Barbara, who won the Classical Association Prize in 2005, and her work here . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Cr...
Nov 07, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 14
A trip to the Games at ancient Olympia...who will be victorious? Join Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator, as she narrates Heroes and Heroines , an imaginative story by Senior category entrant Chloe Defriez. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroes and Troy . For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influ...
Nov 06, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
How to avoid the Sirens, and six scary bullies? Louis Nicol, who wrote Looking for Ulysses aged 8 and 3/4, was commended in the Junior Category for this gripping story! It was narrated by Arlene Holmes-Henderson, who is an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History and the CA Outreach Officer. A former school teacher, she often tweets about exciting things happening to do with Classics - follow her @DrArleneHH. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories writ...
Nov 05, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Caelan Landers' eerie and dramatic reimagining of a pivotal moment in this archetypal tragic character's life was inspired by our 'Heroes' theme in the 'Senior' category. Oedipus Again was narrated by James Renshaw, the Classical Association's Ancient History lead and the host of the Ancient World Breakfast Club. Follow James @jajrenshaw . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , i...
Nov 04, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Emily Nicholson's engaging story starts our new theme - myths retold - and was commended in our Junior category. It was narrated by Professor Sharon Marshall, who was the head judge of the Junior category and who you can follow here : @lemonamarshall. Enjoy! EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition , inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos , Heroes and Troy . For the next six weeks,...
Nov 03, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
TV historian Prof. Michael Scott narrates this final episode of our 'Elements' theme, which takes us to another river, this time in Troy, where death and destruction rage furiously. The River was written by Holly Smith and was awarded third place in the 'Open' category. Michael is a Professor in Classics and Ancient History at the University of Warwick and was the winner of the 2021 Classical Association prize. Follow him here @profmcscott. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation ...
Nov 02, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This powerful yet poignant story takes us from mountainside to the underworld. The Mountain is Angry was written by Zoe Walters in our Senior category and it was narrated by Jasmine Elmer . Jasmine is the host of the podcast Legit Classics and the CA's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Follow her here . Apologies for the occasional booming in audio quality in this episode. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical A...
Nov 01, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Today's story, written by Anne Elicaño-Shields, is a tale of love, loss, family and war, set in the 'lonely silence of deep space'. Travel to a new planet in this narration by Gráinne Cassidy, the Classical Association's Education Coordinator. Anne was writing in response to the theme 'Troy' in our 'Open' category - follow her on Twitter here. EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition...
Oct 31, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Today's story takes us to the skies as junior entrant Eva McTurk was commended for her story, Manatimer and the Great Red Spot of Jupiter, inspired by the theme 'Myth'. It was narrated by Dr Arlene Holmes-Henderson, an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University and the Classical Association Outreach Officer. Follow Arlene @drarlenehh . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creati...
Oct 30, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 6
We're now leaving the Underworld to travel to the loftiest heights... all aboard the Trojan as we head into outer space! The Star's Heart was written by Pete Ford in response to the theme 'Troy' in our Open Category. It was narrated by Chloe Cobbald and Clare Roberts, the Managing Editor of the Classical Review . Our apologies for the background hum in this episode (we think Hera the AI might have been interfering!). Find out more about some of the mythical characters in this story at Mythopedia...
Oct 29, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 5
We're staying in the Underworld with Matilda Parker-Groom's mythology-inspired short story: Aeschylus and the Black Jewels of Hades . Matilda was the Runner-Up in the 'Junior' (aged 11 and under) category and her story is narrated by Caroline Lawrence , bestselling author of The Roman Mysteries and 2009 Classical Association Prize Winner. Caroline's recent work includes The Time Travel Diaries, a retelling of Aesop's Fables, and Amarantus and his neighbourhood, a novel which brings to life chara...
Oct 28, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 4
From the waters of Aquamarine Immortal , we now descend deep to the Underworld and the river Lethe... to meet a couple of heroes bingeing on Netflix. Every Night is Movie Night When You're Dead was written by Ian Rory and was awarded second place in the 'Open' (aged 19+) category, with the theme 'Troy'. This episode was narrated by Dr Alex McAuley (Cardiff University; Honorary Secretary of the Classical Association) and Professor James Robson (Open University; Grants Officer of the Classical Ass...
Oct 27, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 3
#2 The Aquamarine Immortal, is the first story in our Elements theme and it was written by Evie Amira Morgan who was the winner of the Junior (aged 11 and under) category where the theme was 'Myths'. The story was narrated by Professor Sharon Marshall . Sharon is an Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History at the University of Exeter and the Chair of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at @lemonamarshall . EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of shor...
Oct 26, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
