Best Gladiator Power Talk Podcasts (2025)

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Conversations: For the Love of a Good Man, Gays in the Ancient Greek Military w/ H. Voss 1:36:25

3d ago1:36:25

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Liv speaks with author, poet, and big ol' nerd H. Voss about queer relationships in the ancient Greek military and the way that aligns with the Roman story of Nisus and Euryalus from Virgil's Aeneid. Read more from H. Voss here, and find the Ancient World Magazine article about Nisus and Euryalus here. This episode was recorded a number of months a…

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🎙️ Chillin’ With ICE | Why I Love Chiropractic w/ Dr. Roy Withers 1:05:30

6d ago1:05:30

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In this episode of Chillin’ With ICE, Lori Fetrick sits down with her trusted chiropractor and longtime friend, Dr. Roy Withers, to dive deep into the world of chiropractic care. From years as a professional athlete to her current passion for health and fitness, Lori shares why chiropractic has been a game-changer in her life—and Dr. Withers breaks…

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RE-AIR: Conversations: So Are They Cousins Or Not?! The Love of Achilles & Patroclus w/ Charlotte Gregory 1:38:00

6d ago1:38:00

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It's always a good time to revisit Achilles and Patroclus... This episode originally aired in June 2023. Liv speaks with PhD student Charlotte Gregory about all things Achilles and Patroclus, their relationship, and how modern Classical reception depicts their love, cousin or otherwise. Follow Charlotte on Twitter. Submit your question for the next…

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Toxic Boyfriends of Greek Mythology (feat. Historical Homos) 1:13:57

10d ago1:13:57

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Liv teamed up with Historical Homos to talk all about the toxic boyfriends (or, toxic relationships) of Greek myth. Someone almost always dies, but why and how and what does it mean?!?! Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/myth…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 5) 1:06:15

13d ago1:06:15

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. The Argives stop in Nemea to hear the story of Hypsipyle of Lemnos (and, famously, Jason's first wife/victim) who shares the story of the Lemnian women and the time they got rid of all the men. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much …

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Conversations: the Divine Rage of Dionysus, a Transgender Translation of Bacchae w/ Emma Pauly 2:02:15

17d ago2:02:15

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Liv speaks with returning guest, translator and dramaturg Emma Pauly about reshaping and expanding their translation of Bacchae, and transgender, non-binary Dionysus. Find more from Emma here including a much earlier version of their translation of Bacchae here. This is the work by Cameron Awkward-Rich referenced. Submit your question for the next …

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The Timelessly Trans Tale of Caeneus, ft. Stephanie McCarter and Joe Watson 43:26

20d ago43:26

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Happy Pride! This episode is a combination of three past episodes featuring the invulnerable and AFAB hero, Caeneus. Featuring this conversation with Stephanie McCarter, translator of Ovid's Metamorphoses, this episode from 2023, and this conversation with Joe Watson, author of the article used in 2023 and linked below! Now more than ever we should…

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Conversations: Fulvia, the Woman Who Broke All the Rules in Ancient Rome w/ Dr Jane Draycott 1:39:49

24d ago1:39:49

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Liv speaks with historian Dr Jane Draycott about Fulvia of ancient Rome, a woman at the centre of the fall of the Roman Republic... Unsurprisingly the conversation became something wider, looking at ancient women more broadly. Plus, we rant about the patriarchy, because it deserves it. Find more about Jane's new book Fulvia: the Woman Who Broke All…

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Macros 101: Are You Eating the Right Way? | Sponsored by VShred 42:13

27d ago42:13

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Macros matter—but most people are tracking them all wrong. In this episode, Lori and Ashley break down the basics of macronutrients, why protein is your BFF, and how counting macros can actually simplify your life, not complicate it. You’ll learn: What macros really are (without the jargon) How to fuel your body for fat loss, muscle, and energy How…

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Ancient History Fangirl: How an Empire Ends, Rome's Gothic Immigrants 1:06:03

27d ago1:06:03

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An episode of Ancient History Fangirl. One that I, Liv, really want you all to hear. This story isn’t just about Goths that lived outside Rome. It’s also about the Goths that lived inside the Empire—as everything from slaves to soldiers to free citizens. How they were treated within that empire fueled and fed the wheel of the Migration era. Hatred …

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 4) 1:19:28

1M ago1:19:28

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. The Argives, with Polyneices, prepare to go to war with Thebes. The Thebans ask Tiresias for help and a drought is sent to slow the Argives as they move through Nemea. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to th…

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Ozempic, Weight Loss & Our Honest Thoughts | Sponsored by VShred 36:56

1M ago36:56

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Ozempic—everyone’s talking about it, so Lori and Ashley decided it’s time to weigh in. Is it a miracle drug? A shortcut? A last resort? In this no-BS conversation, they give their candid opinions on the rise of weight-loss injections, the impact on the fitness industry, and how mindset still matters more than magic. In this episode: Ozempic: What i…

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The Partial Historians: Augustus' Mausoleum with Dr Victoria Austen 1:11:06

1M ago1:11:06

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Introducing the Partial Historians, an Ancient Roman History Podcast, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network! This episode originally aired on the PH feed in spring 2024. Dr Rad and Dr G speak with Dr Victoria Austen (also a friend of LTAMB!) about Augustus' Mausoleum in Rome. And, not to worry, there are plenty of jabs at Augustus, as is on…

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A Long & Storied (Mythical) Tale of Tyranny, Revisiting Aeschylus' Prometheus Bound 1:31:05

1M ago1:31:05

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This three part series originally aired in 2021. Prometheus gave humanity fire, but he paid the price. Prometheus is brought to his punishment and meets the chorus of Oceanids. The Prometheus Bound is an examination of tyranny and the rule of Zeus, king of the gods. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episod…

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We’re Back! Catching Up After Time Away 46:12

1M ago46:12

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After a little hiatus, Lori and Ashley are back on the mic—and they’re coming in hot. In this episode, the dynamic duo dives into what’s been going on behind the scenes, shares a few laughs, spills a little tea, and talks about what’s next for Go Figure. Whether you’ve been a longtime fan or just tuning in, this episode sets the tone for a bold new…

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Hermes Historia: AUT-- Wait, What Did He Say?! Modern Reception of Julius Caesar 40:54

1M ago40:54

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In today's Hermes Historia special episode Michaela Pangowish breaks down the phrase 'AUT CAESAR AUT NIHIL' and the way we understand Julius Caesar today. Caesars, dictators, billionaire oligarchies are bad, actually. For more Hermes Historia episodes (typically co-hosted by Liv!) sign up for LTAMB's ad-free Oracle Edition on Patreon. Submit your q…

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Conversations: How the Historical Sausage Gets Made, Roman Colonization of North Africa w/ Matthew McCarty 1:34:09

2M ago1:34:09

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Liv and Michaela speak with Roman archaeologist Matthew McCarty about Rome's colonization of North Africa and how that act of settler colonialism had ripple effects in the later French colonization. Find more from Matthew here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing…

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LIVE in London! Let's Talk About Medusa, Baby! w/ Cosi Carnegie 1:18:14

2M ago1:18:14

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For the first time ever, Liv hosted a LIVE ticketed event at The Common Press bookstore in London, UK, alongside Cosi Carnegie (of Cosi's Odyssey). They discuss Medusa, in all her forms, live in conversation. If you're interested in seeing Liv speak live, let us know! Watch the video version here! Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or …

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Conversations: Old Tales, New Media, The EPIC (!!) Takeover w/ Christie Vogler, Joe Goodkin, and Joel Christensen (Part 2) 1:37:04

2M ago1:37:04

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Finally, the second half of Christie Vogler's EPIC takeover episode. Christie speaks with Homerist Joel Christensen and modern Homeric bard Joe Goodkin about the intricacies of EPIC, modern musicals as reception, and all their favourite moments from EPIC The Musical! If you're keen for more EPIC talk listen to the Movies We Dig episode Christie men…

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Muse, Sing the Songs of Persephone's Women... Dead Women of the Odyssey 43:43

2M ago43:43

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Examining the women of the Underworld in Homer's Odyssey (and contextualizing last Friday's episode a little further...) This coming Friday: part two of the EPIC takeover that fully delves into its musical depths. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle…

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Odysseus, Man or Monster? The EPIC (!!) Takeover w/ Christie Vogler 54:43

2M ago54:43

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Past guest and host of Movies We Dig, Christie Vogler takes over the podcast to guide Liv through EPIC The Musical... Today Liv and Christie listen to No Longer You from EPIC and set the stage for next week's full takeover episode where Christie and guests will go over the musical in detail. Find more from Christie on the Movies We Dig podcast, par…

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Movies We Dig: KAOS (live at CAMWS w/ Amy Pistone) 1:25:51

2M ago1:25:51

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Introducing Movies We Dig, the podcast about film, antiquity and everything in between, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network! This episode was recorded live at the annual meeting of the Classical Association of the Midwest and South to talk about the 2024 Netflix show, KAOS. Filling in for Colin as co-host is fan favorite (and regular gues…

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Conversations: Sing, Muse, of a Woman... Mythica, Penelope's Bones, w/ Emily Hauser 2:13:21

2M ago2:13:21

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Once again Liv is joined by the wonderful Emily Hauser, this time for the episode that started it all, a conversation about Mythica (Penelope's Bones in the US and Canada), a look at the women of Homer and through them, women of the Bronze Age. Find Mythica or Penelope's Bones wherever you get books (ideally, not Amazon). Submit your question for t…

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Sweetbitter: Women in the Bible 1 Thessalonians 5:21 43:00

2M ago43:00

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(Re)introducing season 3 of Sweetbitter: Women & LGBTQIA+ History, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network! This season Leesa, Ellie, and Alyse dive into the not at all controversial world of women and queer history of... the Bible, and Christianity. Submit your question for the next LTAMB Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes a…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 3) 1:02:22

2M ago1:02:22

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby This is not a standard narrative story episode, it's a reading of an ancient source, audiobook style. For regular episodes loo…

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Mental Health Matters Just as much as PHYSICAL Health 50:49

3M ago50:49

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In this episode of Go Figure, we dive deep into the conversation about mental health with Kelli from MakeMentalHealthMatter.org. Kelli is on a mission to break the stigma, provide support, and encourage open discussions about mental well-being. Join us as we explore the importance of prioritizing mental health, recognizing the signs of struggle, an…

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Ancient History Fangirl's Boudicca 1: the Seeds of Rebellion 1:10:33

3M ago1:10:33

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Liv's off to the UK and realized she's never covered Boudicca! Presenting episode 1 of Ancient History Fangirl's 2021 series on Britain's warrior queen. The story of Boudicca’s revolt is as epic as you can get. It’s got murder and pillage, Romans behaving badly, cities on fire, and a layer of destruction that was scorched into the earth. But it's a…

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Conversations: When Science Meets Storytelling, Storylife w/ Joel Christensen 1:22:36

3M ago1:22:36

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Liv is joined by our favourite Homerist to talk narrative, virality, and how epics can help us understand the mess we're in. Find more about Storylife here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Gre…

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Pro Bodybuilding Secrets with IFBB Pro Obi Espinosa 💪🔥 38:43

3M ago38:43

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What does it take to compete at the highest level of bodybuilding for over a decade? 🏆 In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley sit down with Obi Espinosa, a 10-year IFBB Pro, to talk about the discipline, mindset, and training required to stay at the top of the game. From the grind of competition prep to the truth about building muscle,…

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RE-AIR: Lightening the Mood With a Pegasus Special 52:10

3M ago52:10

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Today's episode is a re-airing of a couple of Liv's favourite Pegasus-related episodes, because it's time for something light and silly. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve ass…

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Conversations: It Turns Out Women Are People, Women's Collective Memory w/ Emily Hauser 1:43:58

3M ago1:43:58

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Liv speaks with Emily Hauser about... Women. Ancient and mythological women, the ways they shared stories, and collective memory. Learn more about the Memory Collective. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far…

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Ashley’s Boxing Journey: From Passion to Almost Pro 🥊🔥 50:50

3M ago50:50

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What does it take to go from training in the gym to standing on the edge of a pro boxing career? In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley get real about Ashley’s intense journey in the boxing world—the highs, the heartbreaks, and the lessons learned along the way. Ashley opens up about the grind, sacrifices, and near-pro moments that sha…

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SPECIAL! Selections from Jenny Williamson's Enemy of My Dreams Audiobook 40:05

3M ago40:05

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In today's special episode we're sharing selections from Enemy of My Dreams by Ancient History Fangirl's Jenny Williamson, narrated by Lisa Flanagan, published by Canary Street Press. Shared with permission of the Author and publisher. Learn more here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so …

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Conversations: Powerful or Powerless, Caring or Careless? The Goddess Thetis w/ Maciej Paprocki 1:56:23

3M ago1:56:23

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Liv speaks with returning guest Dr Maciej Paprocki about the goddess Thetis, a goddess with seemingly immense but mysterious power, and a woman who has enough agency in her life that she becomes tragically unique. Learn more about the Staying Power of Thetis. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and …

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Talking Hormones, Health & Period Power with Bria the Period Whisperer! 💪🩸 54:21

3M ago54:21

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Ladies, it’s time to talk about something that affects us all but isn’t discussed nearly enough—hormones, cycles, and how they impact EVERYTHING from fitness to mood to energy levels! In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley sit down with Bria the Period Whisperer to break down the truth about women's health and how to work with your bod…

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The Forgotten Goddess of Memory, Mnemosyne & All She Gave Us 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Introducing Mnemosyne // the Memory Collective, Liv looks at the goddess of memory, and memory itself. Learn more about the Memory Collective here. Submit your question for the next Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek my…

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Conversations: Women's Patience/Patients & Hippocratic Medicine w/ Dr Christie Vogler (Part 2) 1:55:41

3M ago1:55:41

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TW! Horrors of Women's/Female Health. Liv speaks with Dr Christie Vogler about the long and storied and utterly infuriating ancient history of women's medicine in the West. Check out Christie's podcast, Movies We Dig, now part of the Memory Collective podcast network! Submit your question for the next Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free …

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Side Hustles 101: Lori & Ashley on Turning Passion into Profit 💰🔥 41:25

3M ago41:25

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Ever thought about starting a side hustle but didn’t know where to begin? 🤔💡 In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley dive into the realities of side hustles—the good, the bad, and the game-changing strategies to turn your passion into profit! Whether you’re looking for extra income, building a business on the side, or just wanting more …

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The Myth of Aspasia, Woman, Politician, Philosopher, Wh*re 39:44

3M ago39:44

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Aspasia was an intelligent, independent and influential woman at the heart of Classical Athenian politics. She was also a sex worker. This is the instagram reel this episode is 'responding' to. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.…

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Conversations: Othering Women in the Origins of Western Medicine w/ Dr Christie Vogler (Part 1) 1:34:47

4M ago1:34:47

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Liv speaks with Dr Christie Vogler about the long and storied and utterly infuriating ancient history of women's medicine in the West. The video clips referenced: Competing Medical Practices in Domina: Livia & Augustus's story in 'Domina' - Part 21; Medical Pluralism on HBO’s Rome: Rome Pullo has surgery HD; and if you want to see the transition to…

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Muscle Myths BUSTED! Lori & Ashley Set the Record Straight 💪🔥 45:51

4M ago45:51

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Are you stuck believing fitness myths that are holding you back? 🤯 In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley bust the biggest muscle myths and break down what it really takes to build strength, tone up, and transform your body! From the “lifting makes women bulky” myth to the truth about spot reduction, we’re cutting through the noise and…

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The Subtle Art of Women's Work, Arachne the Weaver 56:55

4M ago56:55

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Arachne wasn't just a talented weaver and artist, she was a woman who dared to become more than her feminine station allowed. Breaking down the 'womanly arts', weaving as a form of independence and the threat that posed to the patriarchal order. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much mo…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 2) 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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Liv reads Statius' Thebaid, book 2, translated by JH Mozley. The ghost of Laius travels from the Underworld; Polynices and Tydeus return to Thebes and threaten the king Eteocles. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby This is…

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Exclusive Interview with Vince Sant – The V Shred Guy! 1:14:15

4M ago1:14:15

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In this episode of Go Figure Podcast, Lori & Ashley sit down with none other than Vince Sant—the face behind V Shred and one of the biggest names in fitness! 💪🔥 Vince opens up about his journey, the rise of V Shred, and what it really takes to build a brand that has transformed millions of lives. He shares behind-the-scenes insights on fitness myth…

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Why Did Clytemnestra Kill Cassandra, Another Q&A (Part 2) 43:23

4M ago43:23

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The seminar referenced is In the Ruins of History: A CAWS/#EOTalks Roundtable in Solidarity with Palestine. Find out more about Liv's event/live podcast recording in London, April 15th, alongside Cosi Carnegie of Cosi's Odyssey. Submit to the next Q&A episode at mythsbaby.com/questions. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to t…

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Conversation: Singing the Songs of Sumer, the Mesopotamian Mythology of Ancient Iraq w/ Alex W 1:36:35

4M ago1:36:35

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Liv is joined by Alex W to discuss Sumerian mythology and some broader history of Mesopotamia/Ancient Iraq. Learn more from Alex vis his podcast, the Drumbeat Forever After, here. As mentioned in the episode, Aseel Jad El-Haq is 28, the youngest of seven sisters. She grew up in Khan Younis, the daughter of a successful clothing company owner, going…

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Ashley’s Journey to Self-Discovery at the Awaken Retreat 🌿 40:50

4M ago40:50

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In this heartfelt episode of the Go Figure Podcast, Ashley shares her transformative experience at the Awaken Retreat—a life-changing getaway focused on emotional and mental health. 🌟 Join us as Ashley dives into: 🌱 What the Awaken Retreat is all about and why it’s a must for anyone seeking clarity and balance. 🧘‍♀️ The powerful tools she learned t…

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Angry Women Speaking Truth to Power; a Q&A Episode (Part 1) 34:11

4M ago34:11

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Liv answers listener questions about Hera's attempted coup, jewellery, and more... Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or…

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RE-AIR: Conversations: When Ovid Invented Pick-up Artistry, the Ars Amatoria w/ Imogen Briscoe 1:40:37

4M ago1:40:37

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This episode originally aired in February 2024. Liv is joined by Imogen Briscoe to talk Ovid's Ars Amatoria, the Art of Love, aka the first pick up artist playbook. Did Ovid create the 2000 years of misogyny we've had since? Nope, but he sure made it worse with this one! Read more from Imogen on Twitter and at the Ekklesia Magazine. Help keep LTAMB…

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Lori & Ashley Dish on Dating! 43:11

4M ago43:11

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In this candid and inspiring episode of Go Figure, Ashley Randall & Lori Fetrick, the iconic former American Gladiator, talk about dating, and what it might be like if Lori was navigating the dating scene at 60. 🌟 Lori & Ashley share their experiences in this all new, dating world! Whether you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond, this is a must wat…

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