

Women of the Wolf Den: Sex Workers of Pompeii (With Elodie Harper)
Sep 30, 2021
Elodie Harper, author of 'The Wolf Den,' discusses the lives of sex workers in Pompeii's infamous Lupanar. The podcast explores the realities of sex work, the tightly-knit community in the brothel, and the significance of graffiti found there. It also touches on the roles of other sex workers in ancient Rome and the festival dedicated to Venus and Jupiter.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Inspiration behind 'The Wolf Den' and the Lives of Ordinary People in Pompeii
01:37 • 3min
Exploring the Lives of Sex Workers in Pompeii
04:11 • 19min
Exploring the Various Aspects of Sex Work in Ancient Rome
23:19 • 2min
Holiday Stress, the Mistake that Ruined a Printer's Reputation, and Podcast Sponsorships
24:54 • 3min
Sisterhood and Support in the Wolf Den
28:13 • 11min
The Festival of Venus and Jupiter: Recognition and Symbolism
39:27 • 23min