Episode 002: Educational?
In this brief podcast we examine whether this will be an academic or entertaining podcast.
31 Mars 20184min
Episode 001: Introduction
Introduction to the Alexander Schmid podcast. A run-down of literature and future topics of discussion will be covered.
31 Mars 20184min
Episode 043: Homer's "Iliad" Bk XIII Pt 2
In this episode, I consider (1) anger and sorrow as motivational forces on warriors, (2) differences between Idomeneus and Aineias, and (3) connections between Aineias and Dante and Christ (Easter-spe...
30 Mars 201843min
Episode 042: Homer's "Iliad" Bk XIII Pt 1
In this episode, we discuss (1) the disobedience of Poseidon and his relation to Zeus, (2) the dualities and relationships of Book 13, and (3) the full depth of man's recklessness examined in the wake...
27 Mars 201843min
Episode 041: Contemplative Conversations 009
In this episode, Mr. Wes Schantz of Bookwarm Games joins me to discuss: (1) morning creative rituals and setting the pattern of one's life during one's day; (2) Dante's notion of the Trinity and its c...
25 Mars 201856min
Episode 040: On the Origin of Language
In this episode, Wes Schantz asks me to give some details about the origins and evolution of language as transmitted through story and across culture. I also expound on the connections between the dev...
18 Mars 201829min
Episode 039: Iliad Bk XII Pt 2
In this episode, we consider (a) the exploits of Sarpedon and the Lykians, (b) the defensive heroics of Aias the Greater, and (c) the breaching of the Achaian wall by Hektor.
11 Mars 201822min
Episode 038: Iliad Bk XII Pt 1
In Episode 038, we consider Homer's "Iliad" Bk XII. We observe (a) the future destruction of the Achaian wall, (b) the valiant efforts of the Lapithai, and (c) trouble between Hektor and his advisor P...
4 Mars 201832min
