Ancient Office Hours

Lexie Henning
  • 5.0 (43)
  • HISTORY
  • UPDATED BIMONTHLY

Join Lexie Henning as she chats with thought leaders in academia and the entertainment industry about how they got into their field, their current work, and how they connect with the past. Together they strive to connect modern societies to ancient worlds, explore antiquity via contemporary storytelling, and introduce a wider audience to the various ways history and mythology influences popular culture around the world. Tune in for intimate conversations with established top scholars, current postgrads, early career academics, and professionals in their respective fields as their wisdom and advice has never been more accessible! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 127 - Dr. Aisha Dad

    3D AGO

    Episode 127 - Dr. Aisha Dad

    Dr. Aisha Dad, a Research Affiliate at the Carolina Asia Center and Director of the Classics Gaming Collaborative, joins Lexie to discuss her move from medicine to falling in love with literature and classics, her work in reception studies, particularly in how ancient stories are retold in modern contexts such as video games and literature, the challenges of being a person of color in the field and the importance of rethinking what constitutes 'classics’. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded April 24, 2025.     Check out the Apollodorus Project: https://paizomen.com/apollodorus/  Find her forthcoming book Through the Looking Glass: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674303317  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  2. Special Release - The Legacy of Storytelling: Insights from The Last of Us with Troy Baker

    NOV 5 · BONUS

    Special Release - The Legacy of Storytelling: Insights from The Last of Us with Troy Baker

    Lexie chats with Troy Baker, the voice of Joel in the popular video game series 'The Last of Us.' The conversation explores a range of topics, from childhood narratives and their impact on personal growth to the philosophical and historical influences that shape storytelling. Troy dives deep into his own nostalgic triggers, the importance of simple yet profound narratives, and the experience of loss and empathy in 'The Last of Us Part II.' They also touch on the critical balance between player agency and linear storytelling in video games. This episode provides a rich exploration of how ancient and modern stories continue to resonate today, all through the lens of a beloved video game series.  Originally recorded November 11, 2023. Follow Troy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialtroybaker/?hl=en  Find all of his projects on his IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1684869/  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m
  3. Episode 126 - Dr. Christian Langer

    OCT 29

    Episode 126 - Dr. Christian Langer

    Dr. Christian Langer, a trained Egyptologist and professor in the Classics department at the University of Georgia, joins Lexie to discuss his interest in ancient Egypt's political economy, forced migration, and the nuanced interplay between Egyptian and Nubian relations, contemporary issues of decolonizing academic fields such as Egyptology, and the ongoing challenges of integrating diverse perspectives in a traditionally Western-dominated discipline. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Bluesky, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded April 12, 2025.  Learn more about Dr. Langer: https://www.classics.uga.edu/directory/people/christian-langer Check out his publications on Academia: https://uga.academia.edu/ChristianLangerFRHistS  Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-langer-8a393a113/  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 24m
  4. Special Release - Lesche: Ancient Greece, New Ideas with Dr. Johanna Hanink

    OCT 15

    Special Release - Lesche: Ancient Greece, New Ideas with Dr. Johanna Hanink

    Dr. Johanna Hanink, a professor of Classics at Brown University, joins Lexie for a podcast centric episode, in which we dive into the origins and inspirations that led to the creation of her podcast Lesche. Our conversation covers the inspirations she took from other podcasts like Byzantium and Friends, the challenges of balancing academic rigor with creating accessible content, to her approach to preparing for interviews. It also highlights the importance of fostering a hype culture within academia and future plans for the podcast. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded April 8, 2025. Learn more about Dr. Hanink: https://www.johannahanink.com/ Check out Lesche podcast: https://www.leschepodcast.com/2388571  Follow Lesche on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leschepodcast/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  5. Episode 125 - Dr. Dunstan Lowe

    OCT 1

    Episode 125 - Dr. Dunstan Lowe

    Dr. Dunstan Lowe, a senior lecturer in Latin Literature at the University of Kent, joins Lexie to discuss his journey into the field of classical studies, driven by an early fascination with Roman history and mythology, the nuanced differences between Greek and Roman literature, particularly the works of Virgil and Ovid, and his fascination with archaeogaming and its relevance today. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded February 25, 2025.  Learn more about Dr. Lowe: https://www.kent.ac.uk/classics-archaeology/people/1744/lowe-dunstan Follow him on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ancientplay.bsky.social Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  6. Special Release - Radical Antiquity with Dr. Christopher Zeichmann

    SEP 24

    Special Release - Radical Antiquity with Dr. Christopher Zeichmann

    Dr. Christopher Zeichmann, a New Testament scholar and lecturer at Toronto Metropolitan University, joins Lexie to discuss his new book focused on radical groups in antiquity. Dr. Zeichmann, a scholar specializing in early Christianity and the Roman military, explains his research background and the genesis of his book, 'Radical Antiquity: Free Love, Zoroastrian Farming Pirates, and Ancient Uprisings.' He explores the lives and societies of radical, leaderless communities throughout history, emphasizing the social experimentation that marked these groups. The conversation offers insights into Zeichmann’s motivations and the broader implications of his work for both scholars and general readers interested in political readings of history. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded August 14, 2025.  Learn more about Dr. Zeichmann: https://christopherzeichmann.com/ & https://www.torontomu.ca/philosophy/undergraduate/religious-studies/christopher-zeichmann/ Check out his publications on Academia: https://torontomu.academia.edu/ChristopherZeichmann Find his new book “Radical Antiquity” here: https://firestorm.coop/products/23867-radical-antiquity.html Or get the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Antiquity-Zoroastrians-Farming-Uprisings/dp/0745350399 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  7. Episode 124 - Dr. Caroline Arbuckle MacLeod

    SEP 17

    Episode 124 - Dr. Caroline Arbuckle MacLeod

    Dr. Caroline Arbuckle MacLeod, an Egyptologist and professor of Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology at the University of Saskatchewan, joins Lexie to discuss her path through near Eastern archeology, and how the Syrian conflict led her to fall in love with ancient Egypt, the unique interest in daily life, beliefs, and preservation of ancient Egyptian sites, her focus on woodworking in ancient Egypt and the practical and the spiritual significance of various woods used in Egyptian coffins. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded February 24, 2025.  Learn more about Dr. Arbuckle MacLeod: https://stmcollege.ca/contacts/caroline-arbuckle.php?_gl=1*p96iqh*_ga*MTk1NDY2MDgxNC4xNzU3MTc1NjA4*_ga_7P8QY8C9QK*czE3NTcxNzU2MDckbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxNzU2MzIkajM1JGwwJGgw#top Check out her personal website: https://carriearbuckle.wordpress.com/ Check out her publications on Academia: https://usask.academia.edu/CarolineArbuckleMacLeod Find her on Women Know History: https://womenalsoknowhistory.com/individual-scholar-page/?pdb=7591 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m
  8. Bonus - Roman Horses, Sport & Spectacle with Dr. Carolyn Willekes

    SEP 3 · BONUS

    Bonus - Roman Horses, Sport & Spectacle with Dr. Carolyn Willekes

    Dr. Carolyn Willekes, an equine archaeologist and professor of Ancient History at Mount Royal University in Canada, joins Lexie to discuss how horses were used for sport & spectacle in the Roman Empire & other fun horsey tidbits like using saddles (or the lack thereof) and the Byzantine factions. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!  Originally recorded February 14, 2025.  Learn more about Dr. Willekes: https://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/FacultiesSchoolsCentres/Arts/Departments/Humanities/Faculty/Carolyn-Willekes.htm Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/academic.equestrian/  Check out her publications on Academia: https://mtroyal.academia.edu/CarolynWillekes  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject  Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m
See All (148)

Trailers

5
out of 5
43 Ratings

About

Join Lexie Henning as she chats with thought leaders in academia and the entertainment industry about how they got into their field, their current work, and how they connect with the past. Together they strive to connect modern societies to ancient worlds, explore antiquity via contemporary storytelling, and introduce a wider audience to the various ways history and mythology influences popular culture around the world. Tune in for intimate conversations with established top scholars, current postgrads, early career academics, and professionals in their respective fields as their wisdom and advice has never been more accessible! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Lexie Henning
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    148
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Ozymandias Project
  • Show Website
    Ancient Office Hours

You Might Also Like