Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! | Greek Mythology & the Ancient Mediterranean Conversations: When Ovid Invented Pick-up Artistry, the Ars Amatoria w/ Imogen Briscoe
Feb 16, 2024
Imogen Briscoe joins the podcast to discuss Ovid's 'Ars Amatoria,' exploring its role in teaching men how to attract and manipulate women. They delve into the connections between Ovid and modern pick-up artists, discussing the relevance of Ovid's work today. The podcast also examines the controversial views on women in Ovid's writing and his subsequent exile. The speakers speculate on the lost play 'Madea' and examine the themes of femininity, revenge, and masculinity in ancient literature.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
When Ovid Invented Pick-up Artistry: The Ars Amatoria
01:30 • 6min
Ovid and Modern Pick-up Artists
07:28 • 25min
Ovid's 'Ars Amatoria': Love Poetry and More
32:32 • 7min
Ovid's Controversial Views on Women
39:11 • 26min
Ovid's Exile: Possible Reasons and Timeline
01:05:21 • 6min
Speculating on the Lost Play 'Madea'
01:11:21 • 5min
Exploring themes of femininity and revenge in ancient literature
01:16:08 • 27min
Ecclesia Magazine and Fiona Benson's Poetry Anthology
01:43:35 • 9min