In the new Emperors of Rome podcast a special interview with Mary Beard (@wmarybeard.bsky.social) and Rhiannon Evans (@drrhiannon.bsky.social) on imperial dining, where every meal could be a performance. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...

I am so sad about the government scrapping the Latin Excellence Programme mid-year. It was bringing Latin to a range of state schools (with considerable success, as I have witnessed). I am trying hard to resist the idea that it is ill-informed prejudice against the subject. tinyurl.com/5fjr9ywk

At long, long last, we have a new podcast episode! We welcome the fabulous Grace Tierney, @wordfoolery.bsky.social, back to the show with her new book, "Words Christmas Gave Us"! We had a great time talking about festive fun and holiday etymologies. alliterative.net/podcast/2024... #etymology

In the new Emperors of Rome podcast: Diocletian and Maximian were keeping Rome safe, and ruling the empire in harmony. So much so that a general named Carausius wanted to be part of the action. "Dyrarchy Plus One" with guest @drcdavenport.bsky.social. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...