Classical Stuff You Should Know

Dude. ol' Richie the Two is a pretty interesting character. You ever cow an entire army with your majesty? Probs not. He did.

While we skip a couple of stories (the Miller and Reeve are bawdy fellows), it turns out that a lawyer and a cereal widow are pretty good at spinning a yarn.

I tried so hard And got so far But in the end It doesn't even matter

You guys. It's spring. If you find yourself ready to take a walk, go on a journey, or otherwise just be outside, you're no different from anyone in the 1300s. In this episode, we'll journey with Chaucer and his buddies on their trip to Canterbury.

Who is qualified to critique art? This engaging discussion explores the tension between lay critics and literary experts through classic works like *Paradise Lost* and Tolstoy's philosophies. The hosts dive into the moral implications of art, examining how it influences emotions and societal perceptions. They also tackle modern criticism in the age of podcasts, emphasizing the value of diverse tastes and critical thought. With anecdotes and literary references, the conversation challenges listeners to reflect on their own judgments of artistic merit.

The saga of English kings continues, and in this one they go to France! Granted, it's to take over, but that's cool, right?

The third part of Cicero's "On Duty" doesn't fail to disappoint. Or, at least, it wasn't what A.J. was expecting going in. On the other hand, we get to go through some fun moral cases involving vermin, grain, and two drowning wise men having discussions about boards.

One of our last episodes elicited more listener emails than we've ever received, and a fair bit of consternation. We address a little of that here.

In the fourth installment of the Plantagenet series, we learn about Edward Longshanks and his son, Edward Shortshanks.

Take just a short pause from smooching, listener to aurally imbibe these ancient tales of ardent amory. .