Rostra-The Podcast of Guerin Catholic Latin

Rostra

Rostra, the speakers’ platform in the ancient Roman forum, is now the podcast of St. Theodore Guerin Catholic High School Latin, where we bring the lessons of classical study into the light for the benefit of all. Our logo is from a painting of the rostra by the mother of one of my students. Intro and outro music “Psalm 23” by Edoy on freemusicarchive.org. read less

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S2E9-The Roman Army

S2E9-The Roman Army

What did it mean to fight for the eagles? Why was the Roman army so successful? Join us as Miles McGreal and Max Thompson talk about one of the greatest military forces in history.

S2E9-The Roman Army

S2E9-The Roman Army

What did it mean to fight for the eagles? Why was the Roman army so successful? Join us as Miles McGreal and Max Thompson talk about one of the greatest military forces in history.

S2E8-Roman Families

S2E8-Roman Families

You’ve got one. All your friends have them. But what were Roman families like? Maisy Svec and Sydney Delagrange talk with us about the ins and outs of family life in the ancient world.

S2E7-Roman Chariot Racing

S2E7-Roman Chariot Racing

Just what did The Beach Boys mean when they sang, “She makes the Indy 500 look like a Roman chariot race?” Find out as Andrew Clidence and Johnny Quinn take us trackside at one of the hottest sporting events in Ancient Rome!

S2E6-Alexander the Great

S2E6-Alexander the Great

So famous that even Roman emperors were known to visit his tomb, Alexander the Great conquered the known world. Join us as Carson Hess and Owen Nielsen help us understand why he continues to captivate our attention today.

S2E5-Roman Baths

S2E5-Roman Baths

Everyone takes a bath now and then, but how did the Romans do it without special soaps and shampoos and all the things we take for granted? Jacob Dumas takes into the Roman baths and shows us how the Romans cleaned up.

S2E4-Bad Roman Emperors

S2E4-Bad Roman Emperors

It’s not just clickbait! Some of the Roman emperors were stunningly bad, and Alli Weaver helps us understand why they are still the poster boys for what it means to be a terrible ruler.

S2E3-Mythological Groups

S2E3-Mythological Groups

The modern world has The Avengers and The Justice League, but the ancient world had its mythological groups, too. Join us as Cassie Brackett talks about the Fates, the Furies, the Muses, and more.

S2E2-The Twelve Labors of Hercules

S2E2-The Twelve Labors of Hercules

The forerunner to the comic book superheroes of today, Hercules was the mythological strongman of Greco-Roman mythology. Robbie Fraga takes us through some of his famous exploits in an episode that may have you wanting to watch a certain Disney movie!

S2E1-Latin Expressions in Modern English

S2E1-Latin Expressions in Modern English

Isaac Summers kicks off Season 2 of this popular podcast by talking about Latin expressions we encounter all the time in English. Hopefully you won’t need an “alibi” for why you missed this episode, so “carpe diem” and check it out!

S1E30-The Wrap Up

S1E30-The Wrap Up

With more than 1,375 downloads, Rostra had a great first season as we explored Greco-Roman antiquity. Join us for a special episode with Principal James McNeany, history teacher John Lux, and former guests Dominic Moringiello, Kyle Taylor, and Saran Wagner reflect on our first season and talk about ideas for Season 2.

S1E29-The Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius

S1E29-The Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius

In September of 79 A.D., Mt. Vesuvius erupted, destroying yet ultimately preserving Roman culture in southern Italy. Join us as Sawyer Holman talks about this tragic event that today gives us a window into the past.

S1E28-The Five Good Emperors

S1E28-The Five Good Emperors

Some of the Roman emperors were notorious, but others ruled well. Join us as Elizabeth Nies talks about a group of them that are known as The Five Good Emperors and find out what makes them stand out from the rest.

S1E27-Mythological Groups

S1E27-Mythological Groups

Super heroes come in groups like The Avengers and the Justice League, so why not mythological creatures? Join us as Elle Bennett and Gigi Moringiello talk about centaurs, satyrs, and more!

S1E26-Latin Expressions in English

S1E26-Latin Expressions in English

This episode is not merely ars gratiā artis. It is a bona fide example of how Latin is used in the modern world. Join us as Otto Perry shows how Latin is alive in more than just English derivatives.

S1E25-The 12 Labors of Hercules

S1E25-The 12 Labors of Hercules

One of the most famous characters in Greco–Roman mythology is Hercules. Join us as Grace Zirkelbach talks about his famous 12 labors and why he might not have been the best subject for a Disney movie after all.

S1E24-Roman Chariot Racing

S1E24-Roman Chariot Racing

The Beach Boys sang, “She makes the Indy 500 look like a Roman chariot race,” but what does that really mean? Join as Stella Kolb returns to Rostra to talk about this popular Roman entertainment.

S1E23-Roman Architecture

S1E23-Roman Architecture

Modern architecture is great, but much of it is based on that of the ancient world. Join us as Wesley Street returns to Rostra to talk about the influence of the Romans on the buildings around us.

S1E22-Roman Religious Practices

S1E22-Roman Religious Practices

It wasn’t just mythology for the Romans when it came to their gods. Join us as Reese Ryan talks about ancient Roman religious practices.

S1E21-The Colosseum

S1E21-The Colosseum

It is one of the most distinctive buildings in the world. It’s what you think of when you think of Ancient Rome. Join us as Max Thompson talks about the legendary Roman Colosseum!

S1E20-The Latin Influence on Other Languages

S1E20-The Latin Influence on Other Languages

If no one speaks Latin these days, why study it? If there had been no Latin, you might not have a language at all! Join us as Margaret Martin talks about the far-reaching influence of Latin on languages through the centuries.