Geography 101, now in its fourth season, proudly features Greece—a nation where ancient civilization, geography, and living culture converge. From the marble columns of Athens to the sunlit islands of the Aegean and Ionian Seas, Greece offers a powerful study of how landscape shapes history, philoso

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Geography 101, in its fourth season, features Greece, a nation where geography and history are inseparably intertwined. Shaped by rugged mountains, expansive coastlines, and thousands of islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian Seas, Greece’s landscape influenced the rise of city-states, maritime trade, and enduring cultural exchange. Its strategic position at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa fostered innovation in philosophy, politics, and the arts, while its varied climate and terrain continue to shape modern life. This season invites listeners to explore how Greece’s physical geography helped form one of the world’s most influential civilizations—and why its geographic story still matters today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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