Lysander 1: Death of Democracy
A Spartan; first Greek honored as a god during his lifetime; destroyer of Athenian naval supremacy. In this episode: his rise to power, how he pulled off the greatest naval upset in Greek history, and WHY he did it. Guest narrator! Vincent B Davis II, author of the Sertorius Scrolls series: https://vincentbdavisii.com/
The Cost Of Glory Episodes

Harry Truman on Plutarch
Harry Truman was a great admirer of Plutarch's lives, and recommended them often. He discusses why. Quotes taken from Miller's oral biography of Truman, "Plain S...

How to Learn Free Speech
How do we translate the advice Plutarch gives on free speaking, with the example of Pericles, into the world of modern media?

The Sovereign Mind
What combination of habits produces both strength and peace? How do we become more sovereign over our lives, over ourselves? With some references from a famous, clas...
History Contains Power
My name is Alex Petkas, and in The Cost of Glory, I present you with the best stories, analyses and takeaways, from the greatest and most influential figures from Greco-Roman antiquity.