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19 (HD): Ancient Olympics, Part 2
19 (HD): Ancient Olympics, Part 2
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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Mar 28, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Grab yer beer hat and foam finger, ‘cause it’s game on for part 2 of the Ancient Olympics on the Ancient Art Podcast. In episode 19 we continue to explore the idea of a tragic untimely demise as a good reason to hold an athletic contest. We take a close look at some very early Greek artwork dated to about the time of the foundation of the Olympic games, which may suggest chariot racing and funerary games. And then we “expose” — so to speak — various interpretations on nudity in the ancient games.
Released:
Mar 28, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
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