In this penultimate episode, host Jessica Leigh Lebos finally gains rare access to the Greenwich statues after years of research, persistence, and archival sleuthing. Accompanied by Luciana Spracher, the City of Savannah archivist, and Dr. Mark Abbe, she steps into a hidden storage space on the edge of the city and encounters centuries-old marble pieces that have remained out of public view for decades.

Standing among the statues, Jessica reflects on the layers of history, artistry, and human ambition embedded in each piece. Savannah Alderman Nick Palumbo shares his perspective on the city’s role in preserving these treasures, highlighting the challenges and decisions involved in caring for such a unique collection. Questions about their origins, authenticity, and significance linger—but the biggest question remains: What will happen to them next?

As the statues remain in the city’s care, this episode leaves listeners with a sense of discovery, reverence, and anticipation for the final chapter of the Savannah Sideways Podcast Season One: The Strange Story of Savannah’s Ancient Roman Statuary.

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THANKS TO THOSE WHO MADE THIS SHOW POSSIBLE:

Dr. Erika Morrow and the team at ForSight Unique Eye Care & Eye Wear

Bubba Gumbo's Tybee Island

Tybee Island Marina

BG’s Seafood Co-Op

Bonaventure Don

The 5 Spot

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

Shot By Somi

SIXBY

Lone Wolf Lounge

Over Yonder

Celebritees

00:17 First Encounter with the Statues

02:08 Dr. Abbey's Examination

03:33 Historical Context and Provenance

05:07 Repatriation and Ethical Considerations

10:23 The Future of the Statues

13:51 Savannah's Economic Growth and Preservation

16:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts