Cost of Glory cover image

59 - Agesilaus II: The Spartan Supremacy

Cost of Glory

00:00

The Life and Times of a G.C.A.L.A

Plutarch: A G.C.A.L.S. showed his characteristic style, even in the way he followed spectacles. He would never miss a chance to attend and watch shows where the youth were competing. But when it came to celebrity entertainers, he took a different stance. In other words, he felt that showing excessive deference to actors and artists was beneath the dignity of a serious statesman.

Play episode from 31:50
Transcript

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app