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Ancient AnswersReflectionsIn 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 3.2021-12-2227 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part XIIIn 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.2021-12-1530 minAncient AnswersPhilip & ConstantineIn 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.2021-12-0829 minAncient AnswersScipio Africanus & BoudiccaIn the second iteration of historical profiles, Gordon and Shane discuss the lives and influences of Roman General Scipio Africanus and Celtic rebel leader Boudicca.2021-11-1830 minAncient AnswersRevolutions Part IIIn 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?2021-11-1022 minAncient AnswersRevolutions Part IIn this episode Gordon and Shane take a look back at revolutions in ancient history and how they shaped the modern world. Or did they?2021-11-0329 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part XIIn the 11th instalment of the Quote & Answer series, Gordon and Shane discuss four more quotes from ancient sources and their relevance to modern life.2021-10-2725 minAncient AnswersSargon & OdysseusIn 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.2021-10-2027 minAncient AnswersChariot Racing Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on chariot racing and the influence it had throughout the course of human history.2021-10-1322 minAncient AnswersChariot Racing Part IIn 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!2021-10-0623 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part XIt's our 10th one! In another Q&A episode Gordon and Shane select four quotes from ancient historians and philosophers and discuss their relevance in modern society.2021-09-2929 minAncient AnswersThe Silk Road Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on the Silk Road and how it echoes throughout history to this day.2021-09-2224 minAncient AnswersThe Silk Road Part IIn this episode Gordon and Shane begin a long discussion on the importance of and impact of the Silk Road on modern history. Part I of II.2021-09-1522 min
Ancient AnswersQ&A Part IXIn this episode Gordon and Shane select four more quotes from ancient sources and discuss their relevance in modern society.2021-08-2524 minAncient AnswersMoneyWho doesn't love cold, hard cash? Turns out that the idea - while ancient - isn't quite as old as most people would think. Listen to the latest episode where Gordon and Shane discuss the origins of coins and the evolution of money.2021-08-1825 minAncient AnswersThe Cities of AlexanderIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the cities of Alexander the great and the legacy he left behind by conquering Northern Greece all the way to India.2021-08-1126 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part VIIIIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss four more quotes from ancient thinkers and their relevance in today's society.2021-08-0423 minAncient AnswersClimate Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on ancient climate and how it helped to shape the history of mankind.2021-07-2822 minAncient AnswersClimate Part IClimate change is thought to be a relatively modern topic, but in this episode Gordon and Shane demonstrate that climate has been an influential factor in human civilizations across history.2021-07-2121 minAncient AnswersAssassination CounterpointIn this episode, recorded on the Ides of March, Gordon and Shane revisit a topic from season 1: assassination. This time, however, they discuss the opposing viewpoint that assassinations don't really affect the course of history.2021-07-0825 minAncient AnswersSanitationIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the importance of sanitation; chiefly the importance of moving water systems to prevent the spread of contaminants and disease and its effect on human populations throughout history.2021-07-0123 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part VIIQuote & Answer Episode VII: The Quote AwakensIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss four more historic quotes and their relevance in modern society.2021-06-2422 minAncient AnswersMusicIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the origins and importance of music within human history and culture.2021-06-1724 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part VIIIn another Quote & Answer episode Gord and Shane dissect and discuss four more quotes from philosophers, politicians, and historians and their relevance in modern life.2021-06-1022 minAncient AnswersLeisure GamesIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the origins of board games! Learn why we play, and the origins of some iconic games that have been around for, literally, thousands of years.2021-05-2725 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part VIIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss quotes from their favourite philosophers, politicians, and orators and their relevance in modern society.2021-05-2026 minAncient AnswersAgriculture Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on the origins of agriculture and it's impact on civilization.2021-05-1325 minAncient AnswersAgriculture Part IIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the origins of agriculture and how it was the catalyst that eventually to human civilization as we know it.2021-05-0623 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part VFor the first time in season 2 Gord and Shane select four quotes from historical sources and discuss their relevance in modern society.2021-04-2921 minAncient AnswersMedicine Part IIIn the second half of the their discussion on medicine, Gordon and Shane continue to delve into the origins of modern medicine by looking at ancient Greek, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian sources.2021-04-2223 minAncient AnswersMedicine Part IIn the first episode of season 2 Gordon and Shane discuss the origins of modern medicine2021-04-1519 minAncient AnswersSeason 2 IntroductionWelcome back to Ancient Answers! In this short episode Gord and Shane re-introduce themselves and give a small taste of what's to come in the upcoming episodes.2021-04-1507 minAncient AnswersAthenian v Spartan Women Part IIIIn this very special episode Gordon and Shane conclude their interview with Lianne Harris, comparing and contrasting the women of ancient Athens and Sparta.2020-11-0633 minAncient AnswersAthenian v Spartan Women Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane continue their interview with Lianne Harris; comparing and contrasting life for Athenian and Spartan women.2020-10-2930 minAncient AnswersAthenian v Spartan Women Part IIn this very special episode of Ancient Answers Gordon and Shane sit down (metaphorically speaking) with a very special guest. Lianne Harris is an accomplished educator and published author who works in the Greater Toronto Area mixing education with theatre by presenting on an extremely wide variety of historical topics in authentic period clothing. She has presented to over 80,000 teachers and students, been an exhibiting artist at the Royal Ontario Museum, Roy Thomson Hall, The IDA Gallery, and The Shaw Festival, and was selected by W.O.M.A.D. as one of Toronto's Women of Influence in 2003. In...2020-10-2229 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part IVIn this episode Gordon and Shane discuss the relevance of four more quotes from ancient philosophers, politicians, and orators.2020-10-1521 minAncient AnswersTaxesTaxes! Listen as Gordon and Shane discuss everyone's least favourite topic; how some things are different, and some are very much the same.2020-10-0822 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part IIIIn this episode Gordon and Shane break down and discuss the relevance of four more historical quotes.2020-10-0120 minAncient AnswersAssassination Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane continue their discussion on how assassinations have changed the course of history.2020-09-2415 minAncient AnswersAssassination Part IFrom Julius Caesar to JFK, assassination has had a profound effect on history. In this episode Gordon and Shane discuss that impact by looking at some of the earliest assassinations in recorded history. Part I of II2020-09-1720 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part IIIn this episode Gordon and Shane break down four more quotes from ancient sources and reflect on their relevance in the modern world.2020-09-1020 minAncient AnswersPlague Part IIIn this episode Gord and Shane continue their discussion on pandemics and their historical impact. Part II of II2020-09-0122 minAncient AnswersPlague Part IRecorded during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic this episode discusses plagues throughout human history and their impact on society. Part I of II2020-09-0119 minAncient AnswersQ&A Part IIn this episode Gord and Shane change things up a bit. Instead of discussing a topic they choose four quotes from ancient philosophers, politicians, and orators and discuss their relevance in a modern world.2020-09-0119 minAncient AnswersSports Part IIIn this episode Gord and Shane continue their discussion on ancient sports by moving beyond the Mediterranean. Part II of II (for now)2020-09-0121 minAncient AnswersSports Part IIn this episode Gord and Shane discuss sports! The origins of athletic competition, Greco-Roman sports, as well as the economics of sport. Part I of II.2020-09-0122 minAncient AnswersIntroductionIn this episode Gord and Shane talk a little about themselves, provide a short summary of their experience studying history, the roots of their passion for ancient civilizations, and the importance of looking back to the cultures and peoples that came before us. Welcome to Ancient Answers.2020-09-0106 min