The Delingpod: The James Delingpole Podcast Scipio Eruditus
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Nov 29, 2025 Scipio Eruditus, a writer and commentator on parapolitics, dives into intriguing discussions on biblical and Roman histories. He elaborates on the dark practices of Carthaginians and their religious rituals. Scipio also critiques Sigmund Freud, suggesting he was influenced by elite circles to secularize confession and promote sexual ideology. The conversation touches on Freud's controversial theories and their lasting impact on modern culture, ultimately linking these ideas to issues of pornography and societal decline.
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Pseudonym Signals Scholarly Focus
- Scipio Eruditus chose his pen name to signal Roman learning and admiration for Scipio Africanus.
- The pseudonym frames his work on Roman history, parapolitics, and alternative narratives.
Carthage And Child Sacrifice
- Scipio argues Carthaginian religion involved systematic child sacrifice and ritual violence.
- He cites archaeological infant burials as evidence supporting ancient Roman charges against Carthage.
Interpreting Conquest And Archaeology
- Scipio accepts a biblical dating of the Exodus and sees archaeological echoes at Jericho.
- He argues ancient war rhetoric uses hyperbole, explaining residual Canaanites after conquest.
