In the first episode of season one Jean is joined by fellow classics graduate Harriet, who now works in charities, to chat about how they both discovered ancient history and mythology and developed a passion for the topics. Both were educated at comprehensive state schools in Scotland and had no formal education in classics prior to university so relied on pop culture, television documentaries and encouraging family members to introduce them to antiquity. Hopefully, their experiences will help you discover a passion for the topic too!

Books & Shows Mentioned:

Asterix the Gaul: https://amzn.to/2uHxfOa

Plebs

Time Team

The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood: https://amzn.to/2uHxQiS

Homer's Odyssey: https://amzn.to/2JuageD

Suetonius' Lives of the Caesars: https://amzn.to/2JqJhkc

The Secret History by Donna Tartt: https://amzn.to/2uGUK9M

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