Romaic Ruminations

EP01 - Dean and Peter launch a podcast for lovers of quirky Hellenic history and politics

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Join Melbourne natives Dean and Peter as they delve into the seldom-explored facets of history and politics through the lens of the Greek community. These long-time friends and active members of Melbourne's vibrant Greek circle bring a unique mix of light-hearted banter, sharp wit, and thoughtful discussion.


In this episode, the two ask and discuss:

  • Why is Medea riding a chariot drawn by dragons?
  • What is the significance of the "Riding Aristotle" statue that fascinated Europeans?
  • What is the Italian in the Greek Anthem?
  • Why did a Pontian leave Constantinople to build a library in Venice?
  • Why did the lighting of the opera house for the 200 year anniversary of Greek Independence offend some people?
  • What is the significance of "Three faces, two classes, one Greece"?
  • What was EOK and the fight to free Cyprus from colonial oppression?
  • and what is the significance of 1821 re-enactment of taking the oath?


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