Richard has been a teacher and writer for a long while and is excited about the opportunities to share and learn in digital humanities. He enjoys myth, the ancient world, world religion, mysticism, film, archaeology, indigenous cultures, and psychology. Richard recently finished a mixed-genre collection of stories, Speaking of the Dead: Mummies & Mysteries of Ancient Egypt, for Blydyn Square Books in New Jersey. In addition, he and his wife Renah and child Inanna make films; they also enjoy yoga, hiking, and travel. Natural beauty and the ancient places in the world are especially inspiring. Richard has a doctorate from New York University and has had a Fulbright to teach at LMU Munich, as well as seven NEH study grants (most recently at College of the Holy Cross for Asian Studies). He has certifications to teach yoga, meditation, and do life coaching. He is a long-term Green and Animal Rights Advocate.
Areas of Expertise
Egypt During the Bronze Age Collapse, an Interview With Dr Kara Cooney
Richard Marranca talks to Dr Kara Cooney about the Bronze Age Collapse in ancient Egypt, including organized grave robbing and reuse of burial goods.
The Odyssey Still Matters! Dr. Paul Cartledge on Homer’s Epic
Richard Marranca talks Homer, the Odyssey, and Bronze Age technology with Dr. Paul Cartledge, Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Cambridge.
Son of a Witch! Greg Houle on the Salem Witch Trials of 1692
Richard Marranca talks with Greg Houle about the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 and his recent historical novel about his own family’s experiences.
The Secrets of Rome’s Capuchin Crypt: Interview with Pietro Costantini
Discover the secrets of the Capuchins’ crypt below the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini, with Director Pietro Costantini.
Dr. Paul Cartledge on Socrates: The Philosopher Who Changed the World
Richard Marranca talks all things Socrates with Dr. Paul Cartledge, Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Cambridge.
Sacred Objects & Places in the Inca World: Interview With Dr. Cummins
Richard Marranca interviews Thomas B.F. Cummins about the immersive sacredness of the Incas, their empire, and their overall inventiveness and genius.
Food & Diet in Ancient Egypt: An Interview with Dr. Sarah Doherty
An Experience of Ancient Egypt’s Cuisine with Dr. Sarah Doherty. Since the earliest times, Egypt was a powerhouse for agriculture and food production – that included beer, wine and honeyed desserts.
Margaret Fuller’s Dazzling Life: Interview with Dr. John T. Matteson
Richard Marranca interviews Dr. Matteson about Margaret Fuller, one of her era’s most brilliant and versatile intellectuals.
Dr Paul Cartledge on Alexander the Great’s Tomb, Netflix & More
A discussion on Alexander the Great, the recent Netflix docudrama, his tomb, and more with Paul Cartledge, Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Cambridge.
An Interview with Zahi Hawass: Indiana Jones, Cleopatra, and More
A discussion about Indiana Jones, Cleopatra, archaeological discoveries, and more. Richard Marranca interviews Zahi Hawass, the world’s most famous archaeologist.
Who Is Cleopatra? An Interview with Prof. Paul Cartledge
A discussion on Queen Cleopatra VII of Egypt. Richard Marranca interviews Paul Cartledge, Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Cambridge.