Best Inscription Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 31 - The Witcher: Old World: Poker Face 41:16

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Send us a text Thanks for joining us as we head back to IP land and assess The Witcher: Old World. Can Hannah focus enough on it to win when there's so much SIDE CONTENT? Is there Gwent? What expansion features the sex cards? And most importantly is it functional as a 2 player experience? All these questions answered - and more, within. We hope you…

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Virgil's Aeneid: Ep. 3 Limen (Part 2) 30:13

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Following straight on from our last episode, we're finding thresholds in Books 5-8 - featuring footraces, fatherly mentors, a fearsome Fury and The Shining. Tell us your favourite 'crossing the threshold' moments on screen or on the page! And watch on YouTube to view the texts at the same time. Up Next: Cano, 'I sing' Listen wherever you get your p…

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Virgil's Aeneid: Ep. 2 Limen (Part 1) 47:02

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Starting with the word for 'threshold', Katrina and Caroline explore storytelling techniques and the stages of the Hero's Journey; the links between Paddington Bear and Aeneas; and dalliances with death, talismans, chihuahuas and K Pop Demon Hunters! Watch now on YouTube for the accompanying slides and make sure to come back for Part 2 of this bump…

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The Almost Not Great Gatsby 34:44

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In 1940, the year of Fitzgerald’s death, there were only 7 copies of The Great Gatsby sold. Fitzgerald complained to both Zelda and Max Perkins that he was a forgotten man and that clearly there was no demand for his book. He was crushed, and died thinking Gatsby was a failure. Then, a year later 155,000 copies were printed…. What happened? We dive…

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Virgil's Aeneid: Ep. 1 - Lumen 36:32

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In this brand new series, TCP host Katrina Kelly is joined by bestselling author Caroline Lawrence, to discuss Virgil's epic poem, The Aeneid. Inspired by a particular word (this week it's lumen, 'light') that acts as a springboard for each episode, Katrina and Caroline explore characters, themes and poetic techniques, their favourite Virgilian sim…

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Curious George Orwell and the Tony Soprano Collection 29:19

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When is a George Orwell signature not a George Orwell signature? Is it safe to be around a person who collects true crime artifacts? Also - there was a world record set last week and it involved the Book of Mormon... Join Jeremy and Michael as they debate the big questions in the rare book world. As always, we welcome your questions or comments at:…

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Moses Making Headlines! (Updated) 45:42

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The news of potential Proto-Sinaitic inscriptions linked to Moses has been spreading far and wide, making numerous headlines! In light of this, Mori Michael Shelomo Bar-Ron joins us once again to talk in greater detail about his Proto-Thesis and Masters/Ph.D. work on these incredible inscriptions, written in the world's oldest alphabetic script and…

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IMPORTANT Ministry Update 40:16

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An important podcast, Timothy Mahoney, Steve Law, and Jane Bjork share updates about the future of the Patterns of Evidence Foundation & plans for new Patterns of Evidence and American Miracle films. You'll hear powerful testimonies about how your support of our work has deeply impacted and changed people's lives for the glory of God! ➡️ HELP US FU…

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Episode 30 - Ticket to Ride: Europe: It Tracks 24:06

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Send us a text Hello There! In this month's episode we tackle a classic, in the form of Ticket to Ride: Europe. The blockbuster monolith of modern boardgaming where players compete to build railways across Europe. We assess the core gameplay, judge how it stacks up with other classics, and most importantly assess how it works as a 2 player experien…

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#69 The Mysterious Case of Lee Strobel 1:45:58

2M ago1:45:58

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In this episode, I discuss his book and film "The Case for Christ" and all of it's claims why everyone should come to Jesus. Are his claims valid, do they hold any water, or are they all just bad Apologetics?

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Q&A with Louise O'Brien, our Expert in Residence 32:13

2M ago32:13

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Featuring ancient sourdough, hippos, ritual instruments, obelisks in Rome, Hadrian’s lover Antinous, and Louise's favourite ancient god! Time stamps for this episode: 11 mins: what hieroglyphics sounded like 12 mins: if we didn’t have the Rosetta stone... 14:10: the Egyptian money system 15:50: Egyptian crops and diet 18:30: funeral practices 21:20…

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Echoes of Ararat with Nick Liguori (Part 2) 15:05

2M ago15:05

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We return to our series with Nick Liguori! Do the people groups of East Asia and the Pacific Islands retain a knowledge of the Garden of Eden, the Flood, and even the Tower of Babel in their historical traditions? If so, does this point to a once shared history of mankind, as described in the early chapters of Genesis? Link to Purchase Echoes of Ar…

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Episode 29 - Akrotiri: We Need Lava! 34:39

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Send us a text Hello there! In this month's episode we appraise the 2 player tile-laying, island hopping, temple excavating duel that is Akrotiri. A bit of a hidden gem this one, so if any of those things appeal and you've never encountered it, hopefully this clues you in to what might be a new favourite. We hope you enjoy! Find us on Social Media …

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Expert in Residence: Louise O'Brien 31:27

2M ago31:27

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Introducing Dr Louise O'Brien, our new Expert in Residence! Ask Louise a question for our next episode Time stamps for this episode: 9.53 Intro to Roman Egypt 11.05 Mummy portraits 14.22 Commissioning these portraits 18.15 What would you add to the curriculum? 19.55 The most shocking thing about the ancient Egyptians 21:40 Louise’ work in museums 2…

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Maniacs Are Real 30:42

2M ago30:42

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This episode is all about maniacs! Bibliomaniacs, that is.... They may be extreme, they may be passionate, and, ignoring some unsavory criminal activity, they may even have served to preserve culture over the years. If you have a story about a bibliomaniac - or perhaps you are a bibliomaniac! - please drop us a note at [email protected] Enjoy!…

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Shiloh: Excavations & Evacuations with Dr. Scott Stripling 37:49

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We're taking a short detour from our "Echoes of Ararat" series with Nick Liguori to bring you an exciting update from Dr. Scott Stripling about ABR's recent dig season at Biblical Shiloh. Hear about the powerful discoveries at Shiloh affirming the Bible, as well as the amazing evacuation story of the ABR team due to the conflict between Israel and …

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Board With Each Other Bite Size: Episode 6 - Cryptozoology for Beginners 11:29

3M ago11:29

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Send us a text In this edition of Bite Size, we take a look at the card drafting / pass your hand madcap experience that is Cryptozoology for beginners. Not one to overlook despite its small profile -listen in to find out why and join us on this (inexplicable) field trip. Find us on Social Media Facebook Twitter Instagram…

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Episode 28 - Sky Team: I Just Want to Tell You Both, Good Luck. We're All Counting On You 31:58

3M ago31:58

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Send us a text Boarding passes please! Thanks for joining us for this month's episode as we do a deep dive into the 2 player co-op smash hit Sky Team. We examine mechanics, how well it plays, it's longevity and of course the concept of passive aggressive dice placement. We hope you enjoy. Find us on Social Media Facebook Twitter Instagram…

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#68 The Gospel of Matthew is complete nonsense 52:39

3M ago52:39

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In this episode, I am going through the Gospel account of Matthew to identify what changes he makes to his predecessor, Mark (ca. 75CE). We explore reasons for his alterations, changes and updates followed by where he found his sources.

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Echoes of Ararat with Nick Liguori (Part 1) 18:55

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It has often been pointed out that legends of a great Flood in the ancient past are a part of the traditions of cultures around the world. But, how many Flood stories are there exactly? Do the histories of Native American tribes or the peoples of East Asia reveal a distant memory of the Flood of Noah? Join Timothy Mahoney and Nick Liguori, author o…

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Board with Each Other Bite Size: Episode 5 - Monopoly Deal 11:51

4M ago11:51

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Send us a text In this edition of Board With Each Other Bitesize we appraise the re-imagining of the sleeper indie hit Monopoly into the fast paced set collection card game that is Monopoly Deal. Is it worth your time despite it's shared moniker? Is Monopoly unfairly maligned? How many house rules can you add to this one? All these questions answer…

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Dining with Dali, Computer Liberation, and Bidding Against Yourself (an AI story) 29:45

4M ago29:45

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Special guest! Hélène Golay of Capitol Hill Books joins Jeremy and Michael to discuss post-war diplomacy through fine dining, Jeremy's hungry cat leads to an impulsive purchase of an early manifesto on the personal computer, and Michael and Jeremy realize they are often competing with themselves for the price of a book. Enjoy the show! Please don't…

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Episode 27 - Twilight Inscription: Galactic Yahtzee 36:54

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Send us a text Thanks for joining us for this month's episode! In this edition of Board With Each Other we assess the laudable / insane attempt to translate the behemoth that is Twilight Imperium into a tighter, more approachable roll and write experience. But does the attempt work or was it pure folly? We answer the question as well as picking out…

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A Magic Bible, and Smith with a "P" 20:09

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Whose Bible would be more fun at a dinner party, Mick Jagger's or Harry Houdini's? And what about that curious Wodehouse manuscript coming up for auction? So much to think about, including Michael's feeling that there is an alarming lack of respect for comic literature in the rare book market. Thank you for listening! Do you have any ideas for us? …

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Board with Each Other Bite Size: Episode 4 - Sea Salt & Paper 12:31

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Send us a text Thanks for joining us for this edition of Board With Each Other Bitesize! On this episode we give our quick run through and thoughts of the magnificent Sea Salt & Paper and how well it works as a 2 player game. This is a great one folks, find out why within! As always, if you like what you hear please check out the main podcast where…

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#67 A Casual Chat About Nothing With The Tall friendly Atheist Ghost Dad 1:13:06

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Over Easter The Tall Friendly Atheist Dad and I got on a call and this is became of it. Tariffs, our deconversion, Job and the Devil and Old Jewish Man Titties. You'll have to listen to the end!

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Prof. Dame Sue Black, Forensic Scientist: Classics & Careers 32:06

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We have a bonus episode for you... what better way to close out Season 2 than with an interview with one of the most fascinating people we've ever met - Baroness Black. Sue, as she prefers, is a trailblazing scientist and a champion for education and, indeed classical subjects. After graduating from the University of Aberdeen in human anatomy and f…

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GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD 17:34

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Deborah Perkins answers common questions believers often have: Does God really talk to me? How can I hear from God better? Listen to today’s episode to discover how you can be certain you hear His voice! Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it! Have a testimony? Tell us at www.HisInscriptions.com! For more books and resources on prayer, visit o…

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Q&A with Jessica Clarke, our Expert in Residence 31:20

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Before her Expert in Residence Special Lecture on Thursday 15th May, Jessica joins us to answer your questions: featuring discussion on layered cakes, Cestius' pyramid, the Appian Way, Roman London, ancient archaeologists and of course Pompey's Theatre, with a sneak preview of her lecture! To watch Jessica's lecture and participate in the Q&A, beco…

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Episode 26 - Brass: Birmingham: I'm Entering My Canal Era 48:19

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Send us a text Oh my, it's a biggie! Thank you for joining us as we tackle the official 'Best Boardgame in the World' (according to Boardgame Geek at least), the dense and delightful Brass: Birmingham. As always, we assess the game on its general merits, answer the question of how well Brass: Birmingham works as a two player game and try and answer…

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“The Frankfurt Inscription” (Light From the Past S17E7) 15:01

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Host: Dewayne Bryant | Released Tuesday, May 6, 2025 The Frankfurt Inscription has been called an artifact that will rewrite Christian history. This discovery isn’t quite that important, but it does tell us something about early Christianity. We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Dewayne Bryant

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Claudian Inscriptions with Dr Abigail Graham 19:34

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In the third and final episode of this mini series, ⁠⁠Dr Abigail Graham⁠⁠ (Institute of Classical Studies) explores the Emperor Claudius' use of epigraphy, focusing on four key monuments across the empire - from Greece to Egypt. Look out for these key timestamps: 09:16 - Claudius' letter to the Alexandrians in AD 41 13:00 - Claudius' extension of t…

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Tiberian Inscriptions with Dr Abigail Graham 12:48

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In the second episode of this mini series, ⁠Dr Abigail Graham⁠ (Institute of Classical Studies) moves on from Augustus to explore how Tiberius presented himself and his imperial inheritance, via the two following inscriptions: 1. Gythium inscription from AD 15, including discussion about the imperial cult and the role of Livia 2. from 09:18, the ge…

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#66 The Final Sin of the Jews: According to the Gospel of Mark 1:42:42

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This episode is a brief run down of the events that were taking place in Judea during the early part of the first century when the Jewish Revolutionaries decided to engage in a war with the Roman Empire. The events of the war, the people involved and the locations seem to be reflected in The Gospel of Mark from a Christian perspective. If this is t…

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A Prank Inscription, Bloody Relics, and Harry Potter Unbound 30:09

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All about a book that was not inscribed by Calvin Coolidge to Ernest Hemingway, the gloves Lincoln wore the fateful night of the assassination, and a marvelous Harry Potter curiosity... Enjoy!By Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero

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Board with Each Other Bite Size: Episode 3 - Dune: Imperium Expansions 20:42

6M ago20:42

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Send us a text In this episode of bite size, we delve into expansions for the first time, namely the first two for Dune: Imperium - The Rise of Ix and Immortality. We discuss how they alter the game, what they bring to the table in terms of content and most importantly, how essential are they to the Dune: Imperium experience. We hope you enjoy, and…

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Mary-Ann Ochota, Anthropologist & Broadcaster: Classics and Careers 45:17

6M ago45:17

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In the final episode of Season 2, Katrina chats to Mary-Ann Ochota, author of Hidden Histories and Secret Britain, anthropologist, broadcaster and President of the Countryside Charity. You might recognise Mary-Ann from Time Team or as a documentary maker and presenter for the BBC World Service. They discuss early adventures, her university experien…

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Augustan Inscriptions with Dr Abigail Graham 38:47

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After an introduction to Roman epigraphy (what do we mean by inscriptions and how can we go about reading them?), Dr Abigail Graham (Institute of Classical Studies) explores how we should analyse these types of sources and consider their limitations as well as the information they shed on the ancient past. She then hones in on the Augustan inscript…

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#65 The Resurrection Myth 29:30

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Hello Heathens, in this episode we are going to analyze the myth of the resurrection. Happy Easter!

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Episode 25 - Basilica: Angry Carcassonne 39:18

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Send us a text Thanks for joining us for this month's episode! We go a bit more niche again this time as we appraise the duel of architects that is the tile laying / worker placement hybrid Basilica (the 2022 reissue to be precise). We examine the components, shelf life and fun factor, highlight the impressive meanness to be found here, and assess …

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#64 The Curse of the Exodus 1:30:33

6M ago1:30:33

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In this episode we analyze the story about the Great Escape out of Egypt as told in the Jewish Bible. But what do we really know about this event, and can history support the story or is it a mythical tale? I will take you through what we know about this event and what the leading scholars say about it. Did it happen, was there ever a mass exodus o…

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Tom Davey, Actor & Educator: Classics and Careers 28:49

6M ago28:49

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Tom Davey, RADA trained actor, talks to Katrina about his favourite roles, playing in an adaptation of Antigone at the Edinburgh Fringe, his company Bright Torches inspiring young people and the power of storytelling to build resilience. Find out more about Bright Torches and on our blog Find more episodes of ⁠Classics and Careers ⁠ Follow the Clas…

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“The Crucifixion Gem” (Light From the Past S17E6) 15:01

6M ago15:01

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Host: Dewayne Bryant | Released Tuesday, April 1, 2025 In this episode, Dewayne discusses the earliest picture of Jesus ever found – on a gemstone. We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Dewayne Bryant

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Zoar: The Key to Sodom's Location with Dr. Titus Kennedy 1:17:15

6M ago1:17:15

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We're closing our Sodom series with a bang! Enjoy this special extra-length episode with Dr. Titus Kennedy, as he, Tim Mahoney, and Steve Law discuss compelling reasons why positively identifying the Biblical city of Zoar acts as a key, unlocking the mystery of Sodom's true location. With this in mind, is the archaeological site of Es Safi, located…

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Ancient Tokens - Revisited! 22:55

6M ago22:55

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Katrina welcomes back Dr Clare Rowan from the University of Warwick to find out what brilliant ideas entrants had in her Tokens Competition - from gladiators to feasts, gambling to securing safe passage to the Underworld, these fascinating objects have a rich and still uncertain history so there were lots of creative responses! Listen to Episode 1 …

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Nimi Shephard-Patel, Fundraising Manager: Classics and Careers 44:43

7M ago44:43

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In this episode, Katrina talks to Dr Nimisha Shephard-Patel, a fundraising manager for the Hyde Group, who also has a doctorate in Classics from King's College London. Nimi highlights the importance of curiosity and asking questions, discusses how she was inspired by one classicist in particular, and talks about her own experiences of neurodiversit…

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MAJOR UPDATE: Translating the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions (Part 3) 19:55

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If you feel led to support Mori Michael's Translational Work on the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions, please visit his GoFundMe Page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/exodus-tablets If you're interested in getting a copy of Dr. van der Veen's book, "In Search of the Biblical Patriarchs: A Historical and Archaeological Quest," you can do so via this link: http…

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MAJOR UPDATE: Translating the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions (Part 2) 31:07

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If you feel led to support Mori Michael's Translational Work on the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions, please visit his GoFundMe Page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/exodus-tablets NOTE: Not every view expressed by scholars contributing to Podcast content necessarily reflects the views of Patterns of Evidence. We include perspectives from various sides of de…

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MAJOR UPDATE: Translating the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions (Part 1) 13:42

7M ago13:42

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If you feel led to support Mori Michael's Translational Work on the Proto-Sinaitic Inscriptions, please visit his GoFundMe Page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/exodus-tablets NOTE: Not every view expressed by scholars contributing to Podcast content necessarily reflects the views of Patterns of Evidence. We include perspectives from various sides of de…

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Lillian Ross & Her Very Ernest Hemingway 42:12

7M ago42:12

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Special guest Sarah Funke Butler (funkeliterary.com) joins Jeremy and Michael to discuss a fascinating and newly unearthed trove of letters from Ernest Hemingway to the groundbreaking journalist Lillian Ross. You think you knew everything about Hemingway? Well, think again - this collection of letters has forced us to reconsider our understanding o…