Cost of Glory

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123 - Odyssey 2: Man of Wiles

September 14, 2026

A goddess offers Odysseus immortality. He says no.Eight years on Calypso's island. Paradise, more or less. And he spends his days sitting on the beach, weeping for a rocky little kingdom he may never see again.Welcome to Part 2 (of 6!) of our series on Homer's great epic.Part 2 covers Books 5 to 8. We finally meet the man himself, and he arrives naked, half drowned, and buried under a pile of leaves. Why would anyone choose death over eternal life? And why does the greatest hero of the age ge...

122 - Odyssey 1: Society on the Brink

July 07, 2026

Something is very wrong in the opening scenes of the Odyssey. The master of the house is gone. His wife is besieged. His son is powerless. And the men eating him out of house and home are waiting for the right moment to strike. Welcome to Part 1 (of 6!) of our new series, where we cover Homer's great epic. Part 1 covers Books 1 to 4, the monsters haven't arrived yet — but the groundwork for everything is laid here. What does it take to reestablish order once it has fallen? What kind of man ca...

121 - Plutarch and Shakespeare, w/ The Base Creates

June 04, 2026

A conversation with Morgan Watkins of TheBaseCreates and George Carter from Old Sovereign Publishing about the importance of re-enchanting the world through theatre and the tradition of the classics, specifically focusing on a new drama competition called "The Great Panathenaea". Links: TheBaseCreates YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBaseCreates TheBaseCreates X: https://x.com/thebasecreatesSubscribe to the Cost of Glory newsletter for detailed maps, images, and analysis of this pivotal m...

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Cost of Glory is hosted by Alex Petkas. Its publicly listed email is alex@costofglory.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Cost of Glory?

The publicly listed email for Cost of Glory: alex@costofglory.com.

How many listeners does Cost of Glory have?

Podseeker estimates Cost of Glory reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Cost of Glory?

Cost of Glory typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Authors, classicists, historians, publishers, theater leaders, and other cultural practitioners with substantive expertise in classical tradition, ancient history, military history, or civilizational themes. Common among recent guests: Published books or other serious work; Leadership of cultural, theatrical, or publishing initiatives. Recent guests include George Carter and Morgan Watkins.

How hard is it to get booked on Cost of Glory?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Cost of Glory cover?

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