It's All Greek (and Latin) To Me

Ever wonder why a "mortgage" feels like a "death pledge" or how a "decimated" army lost exactly one in ten soldiers? It's All Greek (and Latin) To Me digs into the ancient roots of the words and ideas we use every day, revealing the stories buried in our language. This isn't a dry grammar lesson; it's a series of deep dives into how Greek and Latin have shaped modern thought, law, science, and culture. Each episode focuses on a specific term or concept, tracing its journey from antiquity to the present, and in the process, we explore surprising connections across history and society. You'll hear how philosophical debates from Athens influence contemporary ethics, or how Roman engineering terms are still embedded in our infrastructure. The goal is to make the classical world feel immediate and relevant, showing that these ancient languages are far from dead-they're actively whispering in our ears. Tune in to this podcast for a blend of etymology, history, and cultural analysis that transforms the way you listen to the news, read a book, or even have a casual conversation. It’s for the curious, for those who love a good story behind a word, and for anyone who’s ever suspected there’s more to our modern vocabulary than meets the eye.