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Alex Petkas
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Alex Petkas is a historian, writer, and podcaster known for his work on ancient history and classical literature. He is the creator of the podcast 'The Cost of Glory', where he explores the lives of great figures from antiquity, including those documented in Plutarch's Lives.
2 episodes featuring Alex Petkas
Modern Wisdom
Alex Hormozi outlines brutal truths for overcoming decision paralysis and achieving exceptionalism
Achieving exceptional growth requires understanding the psychological friction of transformation, from enduring isolation to making irreversible trade-offs.
Jun 29, 2026 · 4h 9m
Modern Wisdom
How Julius Caesar exploited a crumbling Roman Republic to seize power
Understanding the precise political and social mechanisms that enabled Julius Caesar's rise offers timeless lessons on the fragility of democratic institutions.
Apr 16, 2026 · 2h 2m