Episode Synopsis "Chariot Racing Part I"

In this episode Gordon and Shane discuss one of the greatest sports spectacles in human history: chariot racing. Beginning with its origins in ancient Greek literature all the way through to modern NASCAR and Formula 1, chariot racing has had an immense impact on human history and culture. Listen here to learn how!

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