
Dan-el Padilla Peralta
Dominican-born classics professor at Princeton known for his outspoken critique of the field's entanglement with white supremacy.
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May 2, 2021 • 58min
The Sunday Read: ‘He Wants to Save Classics From Whiteness. Can the Field Survive?’
Dan-el Padilla Peralta, a Dominican-born classics professor at Princeton, passionately critiques the field’s longstanding ties to white supremacy. He discusses how classical studies have perpetuated racial injustices and the urgent need to reshape these narratives. The conversation delves into the grim realities of ancient slavery and emphasizes the importance of diverse voices in academia. Padilla argues for a transformative approach in teaching classics, making it more relevant to contemporary issues of race, identity, and representation.

Jul 30, 2025 • 49min
Dan-el Padilla Peralta, "Classicism and Other Phobias" (Princeton UP, 2025)
Dan-el Padilla Peralta, a classics professor at Princeton and author of "Classicism and Other Phobias," explores the intersection of classicism and racial politics. He argues that traditional views of classicism often marginalize Black expressions and suggests a reimagined classicism rooted in insurgence and emancipation. Delving into the histories of ancient Greece and Rome, he examines their ties to colonialism and their impact on Black narratives. Featuring insights on Black classicism and art, Padilla Peralta calls for a fundamental shift in understanding classicism.

Jul 31, 2025 • 51min
Dan-el Padilla Peralta, "Classicism and Other Phobias" (Princeton UP, 2025)
Dan-el Padilla Peralta, a professor of classics at Princeton University, delves into the complex relationship between classicism and Black life. He critiques how traditional classical studies overlook Black cultural expressions, advocating for a redefined classicism rooted in insurgence and emancipation. The discussion spans the impact of colonialism on classical narratives and highlights the work of W.E.B. Du Bois. Padilla Peralta also emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to revitalize classical scholarship and address contemporary academic challenges.