Special Release - Understanding “Outlander”: Intersecting History and Popular Culture with Dr. Alex Dold

Dr. Alex Dold, a literary scholar, historian, and unofficial “Dr. of Outlander,” joins Lexie to discuss her insights on how she blends literary scholarship and historical research, the challenges of researching an ongoing series, the importance of studying popular culture academically, and the essential role of books and public 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 January 28, 2026. 

Learn more about Dr. Dold: https://alexdold.com/ 

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex.dold.historian/ 

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Check out her chapters in the new academic volume on Outlander: https://luath.co.uk/products/outlander-and-scotland?srsltid=AfmBOorsHtSQxR6pMQ7uNDzNOCWmlL1h_BwFuW6KdkvAMnFRlyBSvoAT 

Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday. 

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