0.19. Classical Myths, Monsters, and Ancient Gays: A Conversation with Liz Gloyn

In this interview episode, Leigh talks with Dr. Elizabeth Gloyn,
Reader in Latin Language and Literature at Royal Holloway, the
University of London, and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education
Academy. Her research focuses on the intersection between Latin
literature, ancient philosophy, and gender studies; as well as
topics of classical reception (particularly monsters) and the
history of women in Classics. She is also the author
of Tracking Classical Monsters in Popular Culture.


Thanks to listener Cheryl Morgan for connecting us for this
wonderful conversation on queerness in the ancient world
(including adorable poly couples), what Seneca really said about
the Amazons, and how fanfiction has created a unique space for
queering classical monsters.



Where to find more from Liz Gloyn online:


@lizgloyn on Twitter

Classically Inclined, Liz's blog on Wordpress

"Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken is the latest film to give a
monster a makeover"



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