Athenaeum Book Club

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Auron MacIntyre - The Prince

September 02, 2026

In this episode of The Athenaeum Book Club, host Jeremy Ryan Slate is joined by Auron MacIntyre to explore Niccolò Machiavelli’s The Prince, one of history’s most influential, and misunderstood, works on power. Together they examine the turbulent world of Renaissance Italy, Machiavelli’s firsthand experience with politics, and his famous ideas about fear, fortune, virtue, and leadership. They also explore Machiavelli’s fascination with Cesare Borgia, whom he personally observed during his dra...

Alex Petkas - The Odyssey

August 06, 2026

In this episode of The Athenaeum Book Club, host Jeremy Ryan Slate is joined by Dr. Alex Petkas for an exploration of Homer’s The Odyssey, one of the foundational works of Western literature. Together they journey through Odysseus’ epic voyage home, examining the poem’s timeless themes of courage, perseverance, identity, and the longing for home. Dr. Petkas provides insight into Homer’s world, the oral tradition that preserved the epic, and the enduring wisdom behind one of history’s greatest...

Dr. Joshua Phillips - The Old Man and the Sea

July 25, 2026

In this episode of The Athenaeum Book Club, host Jeremy Ryan Slate is joined by Dr. Joshua Phillips for a thoughtful exploration of Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea. Together they examine Hemingway’s timeless story of Santiago, an aging fisherman whose struggle with a great marlin becomes a profound meditation on perseverance, dignity, and the meaning of true success. Dr. Phillips unpacks Hemingway’s understated prose, rich symbolism, and enduring philosophy, revealing why this Puli...

St. John's College (Annapolis) Lectures · High booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

The Common Reader · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

Barbarian Banter · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

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What is the email for Athenaeum Book Club?

The publicly listed email for Athenaeum Book Club: athenaeumbooks@jeremyryanslate.com.

How many listeners does Athenaeum Book Club have?

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Who is an ideal guest for Athenaeum Book Club?

Athenaeum Book Club typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Historians, literary scholars, professors, authors, and public intellectuals with demonstrated expertise in classic literature, history, or major works of human thought. Common among recent guests: Published books; Academic expertise; Recognized scholarship in literature or history. Recent guests include Jessica Hooten Wilson and Joshua Phillips.

How hard is it to get booked on Athenaeum Book Club?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Athenaeum Book Club cover?

Recent episodes cover History, Literature, Classics, Philosophy, and Civilization. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.