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"I'm Distraught That She Ended It"
A reader is upset that his girlfriend has broken things off. He believes that his behavior was the cause of it, and has been trying to repair the perceived damage. He wonders if there is something…
The Beautiful Suit
In this podcast we discuss H.G. Wells's fable "The Beautiful Suit." It was originally published in 1909 under the title, "A Moonlight Fable." You have probably never heard of the story, but it…
Ten General Principles Of Conflict
Recent events have prompted some reflection on general principles of conflict. In this podcast we discuss ten of them.
Love, Sloth, And Free Will
In this podcast we discuss love, sloth, and free will in the context of Canto 18 of Dante's "Purgatorio." What is the nature of love, and how does it affect our souls? What is the true meaning of…
Give It Time
We begin with a few recommendations on books and resources to use in understanding Dante's "Divine Comedy." Then we switch gears, and get into the meat of the podcast. It seems we become…
Rights That Have Been Won, Do Not Automatically Remain Won
Rights and liberties that have been won by past generations will not remain won without active and forceful advocacy by successive generations. Systems of power and control will inevitably regroup…
You Have No Right To Turn Away
In an 1842 letter to Ralph Waldo Emerson, the Scottish writer Thomas Carlyle chastised Emerson, saying, "A man has no right to say to his generation, turning away from it, 'Be Damned!' It is the…
The Aftermath Of Battle
In this podcast I describe unforgettable images that emerge from the aftermaths of certain battles. We discuss Livy's description of the battlefield after Cannae, a scene in Dante, and an anecdote…
In The Same Meadow
In this podcast we take a quote from Seneca, discuss its meaning, and apply it to some modern life lessons.
Who Frontinus Was, Why He Is Important, And Why You Should Read Him
Several days ago I published a new, annotated translation of the "Stratagems" of Frontinus. It is a vastly underappreciated classic of military theory. In this podcast, I present the work and the…
The Story of Akulka's Husband (Podcast)
In this podcast we discuss the story of "Akulka's Husband," which is found in Fyodor Dostoyevsky's novel "The House of the Dead." What does the story mean, and what conclusions can be drawn from it?
When Someone Else Has Control Of Your Work, Problems Inevitably Arise
When you give control of your work to third parties, you must take care that they do not corrupt or destroy what you have created. We use the story of the development and issuance of the M16 rifle…
When A Neighbor's House Burns, Neglected Fires Tend To Gain Strength
We tend to think that the problems of others do not affect us. But we are all connected in one way or another. And when your neighbor's house in on fire, it's your problem too. You have a…
Sometimes Winning Is Not Enough
Sometimes even a decisive victory is not enough. Your victory may immediately be followed by greater challenges that test you to the ultimate limit. There is no such thing as reaching an "end…
Book Review: "General Eoin O'Duffy: The Political Life Of An Irish Firebrand" (Podcast)
This podcast is a book review of "General Eoin O'Duffy: The Political Life Of An Irish Firebrand," by Jack Traynor. This book is a scholarly but brief political biography of a key figure of Irish…
If You're Not Losing, You're Not Learning
If you encounter someone who claims to have a perfect record, and says he has never lost in some field of endeavor, take the claim with a grain of salt. Statements like this often do not tell the…
The Branches Of Government And Their Responsibilities
In this podcast we describe the three branches of the United States government, their responsibilities, and some related details.
The Times Must Be Right For Extraordinary Characters
For a great personality to flourish and find expression, the historical times must be favorable. History is filled with examples of great men who withered in obscurity simply because the periods in…
How To Offer People Hope And Inspiration
As a leader or someone responsible for another person, you will need to offer people hope when they are in dire situations. You have to find techniques and strategies for alleviating people's stress…
With More Success Come More Responsibilities And Burdens
Some people think that as they become wealthier and more successful, their lives will resemble that of an idle aristocrat. The reality is very different. With more success come more work, and more…
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Quintus Curtius has published 313 episodes since November 2015, covering topics in Arts.
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