Ancient Answers

In the final episode of Season 2, Gordon and Shane look back at the discussions they had and the things they learned over the previous 29 episodes, and share some upcoming news about Season 3.

In the final Q&A episode of season 2, Gordon and Shane discuss four quotes from ancient philosophers, orators, and historians and discuss their relevance in the modern world.

In the first of the final three for season two, Gordon and Shane open with another selection of historical biographies, discussing the lives of Philip II of Macedon (father of Alexander the Great) and Roman Emperor Constantine the Great.

In the second iteration of historical profiles, Gordon and Shane discuss the lives and influences of Roman General Scipio Africanus and Celtic rebel leader Boudicca.

In this episode, Gordon and Shane continue their discussion on ancient revolutions and ask a potentially alarming question: are we on the cusp of another revolution?

In this episode Gordon and Shane take a look back at revolutions in ancient history and how they shaped the modern world. Or did they?

In the 11th instalment of the Quote & Answer series, Gordon and Shane discuss four more quotes from ancient sources and their relevance to modern life.

In this episode Gordon and Shane introduce a new format where they discuss two historical figures; their lives, their impact on history, and what they would ask them given the chance. To start off this new series they have selected Sargon of Akkad and Odysseus.

In this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on chariot racing and the influence it had throughout the course of human history.

In this episode Gordon and Shane discuss one of the greatest sports spectacles in human history: chariot racing. Beginning with its origins in ancient Greek literature all the way through to modern NASCAR and Formula 1, chariot racing has had an immense impact on human history and culture. Listen here to learn how!