Recent Podcasts
21. A Second Look at the Colosseum: The Structure Itself
This podcast discusses the Colosseum as a building, including its overall shape, the huge awning that protected the spectators from the hot Roman sun, the foundations needed to support it, and its decorative elements. Our next episode will take up the kind of events that were staged in it.
20. A Secular Roman Monument Gets the Faith Mini Pod
Description Although its exterior is utterly devoid of Christian symbols, the Monument to King [...]
19. Modern Italy’s Main Monument to Itself: the Vittoriano
Description Modern Italy’s largest, most expensive, and most eye-catching monument goes most often by [...]
Subsequent episodes will be published every Tuesday for a year, or longer if things go well. Mini-pods will be added from time to time on Thursday.