Talking Classics

In Talking Classics, renowned scholar Mary Beard explores the enduring relevance of ancient Greece and Rome, illustrating how their art, literature, and history continue to resonate today. Through engaging stories, curious facts, and connections to modern figures and ideas, she highlights the surprising ways in which the distant past influences our world. Beard invites listeners to appreciate the value of antiquity, not just for historians, but for anyone interested in understanding ourselves better.