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Quintus Curtius is an attorney, writer, translator, and former Marine officer. His books deal with a variety of ethical, moral, and character topics, using examples in history, biography, literature, and philosophy. The result is both unique and inspiring. His podcasts are his personal dialogues with listeners.
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- 1 weeks ago14 min
"Lord Of Yourself I Crown And Mitre You"
In this podcast, we discuss Canto 27 of Dante's "Purgatorio." What are its key themes, and various meanings? We emphasize the purgative and redemptive fire, the contrast between the active and contemplative life, free will, and Virgil's poignant and profound words of farewell to Dante.
- 3 weeks ago15 min
Wrath And Sloth
In this podcast, we discuss Canto XVII of Dante's "Purgatorio." We examine the three types of wrath, and the legends Dante has used to illustrate this sin. We also briefly point out the sin of sloth, also known as "acedia" or "acedy," and explain why it is a particularly insidious vice.
- Oct 3, 202617 min
We Know When We Have Sufficiently Atoned
Dante's opening canto of the "Purgatorio" describes his and Virgil's emergence from Hell. They find themselves in the southern hemisphere, confronted by Purgatory, which is presented as an immense mountain. Dante's conception of Purgatory is different from his depiction of Hell, and we discuss one such difference.
- Sep 19, 202620 min
Great B-Movies You've Probably Overlooked
There are some fantastic low-budget movies out there. Some of them are so good that they approach the level of "comfort movies": that is, films you enjoy returning to again and again, and that can improve your mood. This podcast is about some of my favorite B-movies. Some you may already have seen, but many you may have overlooked.
- Aug 30, 202615 min
A Patch Of Fog
In this podcast we explore two movies. The first is "A Patch of Fog," a British psychological thriller from 2015, and the newly-released film "The Dog Stars" (2026), a post-apocalypse drama starring Josh Brolin. Both are satisfying movies, and invite useful contemplation. We discuss.
- Aug 23, 202614 min
The World Will Never Be All That We Wish
I just finished watching the 2021 documentary film "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain." It chronicles the life and tragic end of the celebrity chef and traveler Anthony Bourdain. I see his tragedy as a cautionary tale. What was the source of his despair? And what lessons, if any, can be learned from his story?
- Aug 9, 202611 min
Time, Effort, And Hope
A recent trip to Manaus, Brazil prompted some thoughts about the limited time we have on this earth, and what we can do to make the most of our efforts. What things are within our control? What things are not? And how can we know when we are deceiving ourselves?
- Jul 4, 20267 min
Wealth Cannot Turn Back Time
In this podcast we discuss a short moral essay of Samuel Johnson. In the essay, a narrator, who was once poor but now is rich, desires to return to his hometown and treat with condescension those who once viewed him with disdain. His scheme of petty revenge, however, does not play out as he wishes. We discuss why, and what the implications are.
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About Quintus Curtius
Quintus Curtius is an attorney, writer, translator, and former Marine officer. His books deal with a variety of ethical, moral, and character topics, using examples in history, biography, literature, and philosophy. The result is both unique and inspiring. His podcasts are his personal dialogues with listeners.
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