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Interview with Prof. Robert C. Bartlett | The New Thinkery Ep. 9
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57 minutes
Released:
Sep 23, 2020
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This week, the guys are joined by one of Greg's former teachers, Robert C. Bartlett, Behrakis Professor of Hellenic Political Studies at Boston College. Together, they discuss his new book of translations of and essays on Aristophanes' two earliest plays: the Acharnians and the Knights. Don't miss out on a history lesson in ancient Greece and the answers to some big questions, like what role humor should play in human life and what color Professor Bartlett's first car was!
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Sep 23, 2020
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