Lecture Notes on the Podcast with Dr. Hillman

Introduction

• Dr. Hilman: PhD in Classics, master’s in bacteriology and Classics
• Authored "The Chemical Muse"
• Controversial topics: Religion, Classics, demon possession investigation by the Catholic Church
• Podcast promises provocative content, with full uncensored version on Patreon

Introduction of Dr. Hillman

• Described as a controversial figure
• Not a Satanist, despite provocative views
• Defines himself as a classicist, focusing on ancient Greek translation
• Highlights Greek's complexity and superiority
• Duties of classicists: Preserve and keep ancient documents relevant

Dr. Hillman’s Background

• Religious upbringing; born-again Christian
• Transition from evangelical activities to academic pursuits
• Critical of Christian Greek education standards
• Attended University of Arizona, special high school education
• Studied Greek extensively
• Missionary work involved converting alcoholics

Academic Pursuits

• PhD in bacteriology; involved in studying neuropeptides related to puberty
• Research on brain function and endocrinology
• Shifted back to Classics after initial science career
• Involved in classics program at University of Arizona
• Studied Galen’s untranslated texts

Controversies and Challenges

• Dissertation on Roman Pharmacy: Faced censorship over chapter on recreational drugs
• Professors rejected dissertation unless references to recreational drugs were removed
• Published "The Chemical Muse"