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EPISODE · Aug 15, 2026 · 3H 1M

Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence-Publius Cornelius Tacitus

from Odes and Carmen Saeculare · host Quintus Horatius Flaccus

"Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the art of oratory and examines the factors that contribute to its decline. Tacitus engages in a thoughtful discourse on the nature of effective communication and the pitfalls of corrupt eloquence, making it a timeless exploration of rhetoric and its impact on society. This work is particularly relevant today as it encourages reflection on the quality of discourse in contemporary communication, urging listeners to consider the importance of clarity and integrity in expression.

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