The Classics Podcast
By The Classical Association
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Out now: The Classics Podcast Does...Careers
The Classics PodcastNov 01, 2022
Historical Han: Q&A with our Expert in Residence
We're back with Han for Part 2 where we chat ancient pets, travel tips for Nîmes, working with Jimmy Carr, more about Tyche and Han's advice for budding content creators. Stay tuned to find out who will be revealed as our Spring '24 Expert...!
*Bonus Episode* feat. winning writer Cait Kremenstein
Katrina sits down for a chat with the winner of the CA's recent Creative Writing Competition, held in partnership with Bloomsbury Publishing, to discuss sixteen year old Cait's winning story 'In the Bad Times' and how she was inspired by Ovid, Seamus Heaney and her Irish heritage.
You can read all of the shortlisted entries here
Entries for the CA Poetry Competition are open until Friday 5 April
Historical Han: our new Expert in Residence
We welcome Hannah Parker, better known as @historical_han, a TikTokker with over 26m likes, to the podcast as our inaugural Expert in Residence. In Part 1 of our Q&A with Han we discuss her Masters' thesis, her cat's imperial connections, the many guises of the goddess Tyche, which books she'd recommend and why Sparta is such a magical place. Stay tuned for Part 2 and click here to ask Han your questions!
Find our more about Our Expert in Residence scheme
Show Notes:
Classics and Careers: Jennifer Saint, Bestselling Author
In this special bonus episode, we're joined by Jennifer Saint, former English teacher turned bestselling novelist whose debut novel Ariadne took the world by storm and was shortlisted for the Waterstones Book of the Year Award in 2021.
Since then, she's followed up with Elektra and, most recently, Atalanta, two vivid and unique reworkings of ancient stories and it was fascinating to chat to Jenny about her early interest in these characters, her transition from scholar to teacher to writer, her childhood love for Cyprus and how the ironing board can bring inspiration!
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Transcript of this episode available here.
Show Notes
Follow Jennifer on X or Instagram
Join the Classical Association to access discounts, events and more
More info and enter the CA's Creative Writing Competition here
Watch the CA's Anniversary Film feat. a host of famous faces!
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Amanda Dylina Morse, Social Epidemiologist
Amanda Dylina Morse is a public health researcher, lecturer, and PhD student at Queen's University, Belfast. She studied her undergraduate degree in Classical Studies and Ancient History at the University of Washington before embarking upon a Master's in Public Health. She then became a surveillance epidemiologist leading and supporting investigations using emergency department, hospitalisation, and outpatient data in the United States.
In this episode, we discover how the ancient world has been a thread throughout her varied career, her take on the differences between life in the US, UK and Ireland, and why she'd dress like Livia, kill Theseus, and always make sure the meat at a Roman banquet was fully cooked!
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Transcript of this episode available here.
Show Notes
Follow Amanda on LinkedIn or Instagram
Join the Classical Association to access discounts, events and more
More info and enter the CA's Young Speaker Competition here
Watch the CA's Anniversary Film feat. a host of famous faces!
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: George Maher, actuary and Roman economist
Dr George Maher, actuary, Roman economist and honorary treasurer of the Classical Association discuss his twofold career, what the Romans would have made of Bitcoin, life on a Roman frontier, and gives us a crash course in ancient economics 101 - this is such an interesting conversation and we hope you enjoy Episode 7 of Classics and Careers!
A former Partner at Tillinghast-Towers Perrin, the international firm of actuaries and risk management consultants, George is the author of Pugnare. Economic Success and Failure which uses the Roman Empire as a parable for our times and was listed by The Week magazine as one of the top ten business books of 2021. George studied in Dublin, at Birkbeck College London and King's College London for a number of degrees, as you will hear. He is a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries and joined the CA in 2023.
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Transcript of this episode available here.
Show Notes
The map George talks about is here
More info and enter the CA's Young Speaker Competition here
Watch the CA's Anniversary Film feat. a host of famous faces!
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Sabah Hussain, Rights and Security International
In the sixth episode of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', we welcome Sabah Hussain, Migration and Citizenship Team Leader at Rights & Security International, to discuss Odysseus' no 1 virtue, the resonance of faith, studying abroad and the weirdness of the ancient world.
Sabah studied her undergraduate degree in Ancient World Studies at University College London before an MA in Investigative Journalism at City University.
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Transcript of this episode available here.
Show Notes
More info and enter the CA's Young Speaker Competition here
Follow Sabah on Twitter/X
Check out the CA's education work and grants programme
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And learn more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Sam Betley, Senior Policy Adviser at HM Treasury
In Episode 5 of 'The Classics Podcast does...Careers' Sam Betley talks about digging abroad, how love (and classics) brought him to ultra-running, and daily life in the civil service. Sam studied Ancient History and Archaeology at Durham University and he is currently a Senior Policy Adviser in Financial Service Taxation at HM Treasury.
Show Notes:
Apply for a CA x NEC Bursary
Submit your proposals for the CA's Classics Conference before 31 Aug - this short video explains how you can get involved
Connect with Sam on LinkedIn
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
You can find the transcript for this episode on our podcast page.
Classics and Careers: Jonathan Goddard, Educator and Rapper
In Episode 4 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', we welcome rapper and educator Jonathan Goddard, the Director of Teaching and Learning at the Latin Programme and the Executive Director of Rapteach, to discuss infusing music and language learning, being a better teacher than a student, the kinesthetic method, and why Latin is a superpower!
Jonathan studied Anthropology at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) and he is a performer, teacher and creative director.
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Transcript of this episode available here.
Show Notes
Submit your proposals for the CA's Classics Conference before 31 Aug - this short video explains how you can get involved
Listen now to Jonathan's raps
Find out more about the Latin Programme
Check out the CA's education work and grants programme
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Claire Marchetti, Carbon and Sustainability Manager at Historic England
In Episode 3, Claire Marchetti joins Katrina for a wide ranging chat: they talk Roman roads, pragmatism, Horace, project management, the triumvirate’s shared inbox, and some of her favourite historic places to visit in England. Claire studied for a BA and MA in Classics at the University of Exeter and she has since worked for the National Trust, Highways England and now Historic England.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
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In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
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Show Notes
Apply for a CA x NEC Bursary
Classical Association For Teachers
Submit your proposals for the CA's Classics Conference before 31 Aug - this short video explains how you can get involved
Connect with Claire on LinkedIn
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Tristan Hughes, Producer and Presenter at History Hit
In Episode 2 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', Katrina chats to Tristan Hughes, Producer and Presenter at History Hit and the host of The Ancients podcast. They chat Rome Total War, ed tech start ups, studying Down Under, the secrets of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and whether podcasts can beat TV...
Tristan studied Ancient History at the University of Edinburgh and he is the author of "Alexander’s Successors at War: The Perdiccas Years 323 – 320 BC".
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Show Notes
Submit your proposals for the CA's Classics Conference before 31 Aug - this short video explains how you can get involved
Listen now to The Ancients Podcast
Find out more about History Hit
Follow Tristan's Instagram and check out his website
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
Classics and Careers: Helena Lee, Features Director at Harper's Bazaar
In Episode 1 of 'The Classics Podcast Does...Careers', Katrina chats to Helena Lee, Features Director at monthly fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar, and they discuss learning how to develop and defend an argument, becoming a writer and an advocate, and who would be the cover star of an ancient edition of Harper's Bazaar!
Helena studied Classics at university (with no previous knowledge of ancient languages) and she is now the author of East Side Voices, as well as a Visiting Lecturer at City University.
In this series, we meet guests from all walks of life, fascinating people with a connection to classics who lead fascinating lives and we discuss where studying the past can take you; what classicists bring to the workplace (and the world!); how to forge your own path; and the resonance of the #ancientworld.
Share your own personal story about #classics and #careers and find us at @theclassicalpod on Instagram or Threads.
Show Notes
Watch the CA's Anniversary Film feat. a host of famous faces!
Find out more about East Side Voices
Follow Helena's Instagram
Follow the CA on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #35 War - The Mother of Heroes
The Final Episode! The Mother of Heroes was awarded first place in the Open Category of our 2022 Creative Writing Competition. It was written by Allan Gaw and narrated by the bestselling historical novelist Lindsey Davis, a former President of the Classical Association and Chair of the Society of Authors. You can follow Allan here.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #34 War - The Fox Who Charmed The Snake
In this story, inspired by Homer and Sophocles, Benjamin Howell introduces us to Diomedes and Odysseus who are en route to visit an old acquaintance - his name is Philoctetes...
The Fox Who Charmed The Snake was narrated by the University of Edinburgh's Professor Douglas Cairns, Chair of the Classical Association Council and a Fellow of the British Academy.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #33 War - ὁλος
Αt Aulis, three crones enter a bar...no, it's not the start of a bad joke but a brilliant story by Senior category entrant Seung-A-Han! Listen now to ὁλος, narrated by Caroline Bristow, Director of the Cambridge Schools Classics Project and member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at https://twitter.com/MsCBristow.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 3, Athens Depth Study - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history.
Part 3 focuses on the Athens Depth Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen back to the rest of the series.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 2, Sparta Depth Study - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history.
Part 2 focuses on the Sparta Depth Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen back to the rest of the series.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 6 Part 1 - Aristophanes with Rosie Wyles
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 6 features Dr Rosie Wyles and James discussing how we can enjoy and use Aristophanes as a valuable source for this period of ancient Greek history.
Part 1 focuses on the Greek Period Study. You can follow Rosie here. Click here for the transcript for this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen back to the rest of the series.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 5 - Plutarch with Judith Mossman
In this episode of TCP Does Ancient History A Level, Professor Judith Mossman talks to James about the life and works of the biographer and historian Plutarch.
Time codes: Greek Period Study (00:00-41:35). Sparta Depth Study (41:45). Macedon Depth Study (56:00). Rome Study (1:11:32). Shakespeare (1:22:00).
Click here for the transcript of this episode and make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to the rest of the series.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - Episode 4 - Attic Inscriptions with Peter Liddel
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 4 features Professor Peter Liddel and James discussing the importance of Attic Inscriptions to our understanding of this period of ancient history.
Click here for the transcript for this episode and here for the list of sources discussed. Find out more about Attic Inscriptions here.
Make sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to the rest of the series.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #32 War - I Am Too Much In The Sun
"Before, sleep felt like coming alive. Before, in dream, he walked among heroes"...
Heather Chapman's solemn, atmospheric tale of war brings us towards the end of our audiobook - but fear not, there are still a few stories still remaining. This episode was narrated by Dr Alex McAuley, Honorary Secretary of the Classical Association.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #31 War - The Last Song
Yesterday, Odysseus met Cassandra; today, we meet Lorna Lee's Cassandra reflecting on the past, the future and her present in war-torn Troy. The Last Song was narrated by award winning author Daisy Dunn, winner of the 2020 Classical Association Prize. Follow Daisy at @DaisyfDunn and Lorna at @unexpectedlj
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #30 War - Ode to an Odyssey
In Ode to an Odyssey, we see the aftermath of the sack of Troy through the eyes of a Greek king as author Vijay Hare takes us to meet a famed inhabitant of the smouldering city. This commended story was narrated by Katrina Kelly, CA Engagement Coordinator.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #29 War - The God of Forget
The God of Forget is Joseph Nevin's poignant story, which was commended in the Open category and was inspired by the aftermath of the fall of Troy. It was narrated by Caroline Bristow, Director of the Cambridge Schools Classics Project and member of the Classical Association Teaching Board. Follow her at https://twitter.com/MsCBristow.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
Follow us on
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E3 Part 2 - Why did the Athenians lose the Peloponnesian War?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 3 features Greek historians Dr Maria Fragoulaki and Professor Paul Cartledge examining the reasons why the Athenians lost the Peloponnesian War.
Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to be the first to hear next week's episodes.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E3 Part 1 - Why did the Athenians lose the Peloponnesian War?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 3 features Greek historians Dr Maria Fragoulaki and Professor Paul Cartledge examining the reasons why the Athenians lost the Peloponnesian War.
Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to Part 2.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E2 Part 2 - The Causes of the Peloponnesian War
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 2 features Professor Polly Low and Professor Neville Morley debating the manifold causes of the Peloponnesian War.
Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to be the first to hear our next episode.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E2 Part 1 - The Causes of the Peloponnesian War
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world! Episode 2 features Professor Polly Low and Professor Neville Morley debating the manifold causes of the Peloponnesian War with James.
Click here for the transcript for this episode and made sure you've subscribed to The Classics Podcast to listen to Part 2.
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In TCP Does Ancient History A Level, teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E1 Part 2 - Why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world!
Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. We're back for the second half of Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell to explore the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persians in 480–479 BCE.
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Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
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TCP Does Ancient History A Level - E1 Part 1 - Why did the Greeks win the Persian Wars?
Welcome to The Classics Podcast Does…Ancient History A Level, a brand new series designed for students, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about the ancient world!
Ancient History teacher and author James Renshaw chats to experts about some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level. Episode 1 with Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Professor Lynette Mitchell explores the reasons for the Greek victory over the Persians in 480–479 BCE.
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Season 1 features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #28 War - Troy
Along with Achilles, Hector, Helen and Cassandra, one of the most famous names associated with Troy is Heinrich Schilemann, German businessman and 'discoverer' of Troy. In this entertaining story, Rebecca Lewis-Oakes reimagines how Schilemann's discovery came about, with a little help from the gods...follow Rebecca here and on Twitter.
Troy was narrated by Anastacia Holding, Classical Association EDI Officer and keen archaeologist.
We're sorry about the background noise in parts of this episode!
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
Over six weeks, we have been releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #27 War - Just like an honest, wool-working woman
Inspired by a line in Book 12 of Homer's Iliad, Susanna Phillippo's story about grief and storytelling was commended in the Open Category and it was vividly brought to life in this narration by Professor James Robson. Susanna is herself a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Newcastle University and you can read her profile here.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
We are releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #26 War - Not Long Now
A new story for a new theme - in the final section of our EPIC Compendium, we're showcasing stories of war, inspired by the Open category theme 'Troy'. We begin with an epistolary story from Ellie Field, narrated by Professor Douglas Cairns, Chair of the Classical Association Council and a Fellow of the British Academy. Can you spot the tribute to Stephen Fry in Ellie's story?
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
Over six weeks, we have been releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #25 Justice - Could've been a hero
Roman and Remmie, two business magnates - but only one can survive. Sophie Hislop's gripping story was inspired by the Senior category theme 'Heroes' and it was narrated by Katrina Kelly, CA Engagement and Branches Coordinator.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #24 Justice - Heroes and Murderers
Not for the squeamish, this is a bloody tale of revenge, deception and justice with some very famous characters involved, as Isabella Dennis makes us think - what really makes a hero a hero? Heroes and Murderers was narrated by Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #23 Justice - Fury
When you think of justice in the ancient world, you might think of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, or of the Furies themselves - Tisiphone and Alecto. In today's episode, Cheryl Byrne brings these characters to life, building to a dramatic crescendo. Fury was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #22 Justice - Stone Cold
In this brilliant short story, James Robson takes us into the mind of Meredith Gorgo - and introduces us to a young journalist on a mission. Stone Cold was awarded Third Place in the Senior Category and it was written by Sophie Davies. James is a Professor of Classical Studies at the Open University and the Grants Officer of the Classical Association.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #21 Justice - Her Retaliation
Revenge is sweet in this dramatic story by Maya Pyshkin, inspired by the theme 'Heroes' and written for the Senior category. It was narrated by Dr Ian Goh, a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Swansea University and a council member of the Classical Association. You can follow Ian here - https://twitter.com/iklg2. Bonus: Ian's dog was keen to get involved in the storytelling too!
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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TRAILER: The Classics Podcast Does...Ancient History A Level
Katrina chats to James Renshaw, Ancient History teacher, author and host of The Classics Podcast Does...Ancient History A Level, about what you've got to look forward to in this brand new series designed to support A Level students and their teachers, and educate and entertain anyone who is interested in Ancient History! Two-part episodes will be released, starting on Wednesday 23 November - make sure you follow or subscribe to The Classics Podcast and turn on notifications to be the first to hear new material.
James and his expert guests, including Professor Paul Cartledge and Dr Rosie Wyles, will be discussing some of the key events, themes, sources and debates in the OCR Ancient History A Level.
This season features six episodes on Greek history, and explores the three interpretation questions on the syllabus, centred on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and three key types of source that feature prominently in the course - Attic inscriptions written and preserved on stone; the comic plays of Aristophanes; and the biographies of Plutarch (who is also an important source for the Roman Republic Depth Study).
Follow James @jajrenshaw and the Classical Association @classical_assoc on Twitter. You can also follow @ocrclassics.
Students: click here to find out more about what the CA does and how we can support you
Teachers: click here for more resources, CPD and advocacy or sign up to our free twice termly mailout here.
Everyone: follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube!
And find out more at classicalassociation.org
EPIC #20 Justice - We Are Very Little Things
Please be advised that the following story contains themes and addresses topics relating to abduction and sexual assault that some listeners might find upsetting.
We Are Very Little Things, by Madeleine Whitmore, was awarded second place in the Senior category and was highly commended by the judges. It was narrated by Katrina Kelly, host of The Classics Podcast. Follow Katrina here.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #19 Justice - Orestes: Wrath of the Erinyes
Dr Alex McAuley, a Senior Lecturer in Hellenistic History and the Classical Association Honorary Secretary, narrates Milly Kotecha's riveting retelling of the myth of Orestes and Pylades, two characters who feature prominently in Greek tragedies such as Euripides' Electra and Orestes and Aechylus' Eumenides.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #18 Justice - Thus Αlways
With a new theme, Justice, we have moved over to the Roman world and an infamous moment in political history. Annie Whyman's story Thus Αlways was written in response to the prompt 'Heroes', in the Senior category, and it was narrated by Clare Harvey, member of the Classical Association Teaching Board.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #17 Myth - Daughters of Artemis
This brilliant collection of short poems by Ash Bond was ingeniously written in response to the theme 'Troy' and forms the last instalment in our Myth series. It was narrated by Dr Mai Musié. Mai is an Ancient Historian and Public Engagement Specialist and she was the recipient of the 2019 CA Prize. You can follow Mai here and Ash here.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #16 Myth - Relics
Marnie McPartland's unique take on the theme 'Heroes' makes us view the Gods in a whole new light...Relics was narrated by Jessica Dixon, Head of Classics at Woldingham School and the Latin representative on the Classical Association Teaching Board. You can fellow Jess on Twitter at @jessbisc
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #15 Myth - A Ballad of Melancholy
We return to the Underworld as James Renshaw reads A Ballad of Melancholy, Matilda Jenkins' gripping retelling of the myth of Orpheus, which was commended in our Senior category.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
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EPIC #14 Myth - The World Myth
The World Myth by Amelie Bea Sumner was inspired by stories from Africa, Asia and Ancient Greece and it was awarded third place in the Junior category. Barbara Bell, author of Minimus and former director of the Primary Latin Project, here tells the tale of Alvaro and Alexene. Read more about Barbara, who won the Classical Association Prize in 2005, and her work here.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #13 Myth - Heroes and Heroines
A trip to the Games at ancient Olympia...who will be victorious? Join Gráinne Cassidy, CA Education Coordinator, as she narrates Heroes and Heroines, an imaginative story by Senior category entrant Chloe Defriez.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #12 Myth - Looking for Ulysses
How to avoid the Sirens, and six scary bullies? Louis Nicol, who wrote Looking for Ulysses aged 8 and 3/4, was commended in the Junior Category for this gripping story! It was narrated by Arlene Holmes-Henderson, who is an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History and the CA Outreach Officer. A former school teacher, she often tweets about exciting things happening to do with Classics - follow her @DrArleneHH.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #11 Myth - Oedipus Again
Caelan Landers' eerie and dramatic reimagining of a pivotal moment in this archetypal tragic character's life was inspired by our 'Heroes' theme in the 'Senior' category. Oedipus Again was narrated by James Renshaw, the Classical Association's Ancient History lead and the host of the Ancient World Breakfast Club. Follow James @jajrenshaw.
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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EPIC #10 Myth - Echo, Echo, Echo
Emily Nicholson's engaging story starts our new theme - myths retold - and was commended in our Junior category. It was narrated by Professor Sharon Marshall, who was the head judge of the Junior category and who you can follow here: @lemonamarshall. Enjoy!
EPIC: Modern Writers, Ancient Stories is a compilation of short stories written by entrants in the 2022 Classical Association Creative Writing Competition, inspired by Stephen Fry's trilogy Mythos, Heroes and Troy.
For the next six weeks, we will be releasing a brand-new story influenced by the ancient world every day, read by a different narrator - make sure you hit 'follow' or 'subscribe' to ensure you don't miss a single story. The full e-book will be released later this year.
To enter our 2023 Competition click here.
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