Episode 36: Dr. Jennifer Finn

Legacies of Ancient Persia · Feb 26, 2026 · 1h 7m

Dr. Jennifer Finn, an ancient historian and chair of the Department of Classics at Loyola University, joins Lexie to discuss her research focus on Alexander the Great's military strategies and the cultural exchanges between Greeks and Persians, exploring the complexities of learning ancient languages like Akkadian and Sumerian and reflections on the challenges of studying Persian history through limited source material, and insights into the representation of Persian history in media, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced and balanced portrayal. We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you…