If Objects Could Talk

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What is Athena's owl doing in the Greek marketplace? How can a clock tell time in the dark? On If Objects Could Talk, art and artifacts leave the museum vault and come alive to share their side of the story. Featuring objects from the Getty Museum collection, each episode introduces listeners to the history, creation, and everyday use of incredible items like an Egyptian cat statue, a Rococo microscope, and a glass flask shaped like a fish. Voice actors and immersive sound design bring these historical fiction tales to life. Find coloring pages, discussion guides, and related activities on the...

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  • Resting Bust FaceSep 28, 2026 · 13 min
  • Purrquoise the Traveling CatSep 21, 2026 · 14 min
  • The Magnificent Microscope and the Fabulous FleaSep 14, 2026 · 12 min
  • Coming Soon: Bastille Day (and Season 2)Jul 9, 2026 · 5 min
  • (Rerun) Snake Charm on Your ArmMar 6, 2026 · 10 min
  • Going for Glory: A History of the Ancient OlympicsFeb 2, 2026 · 13 min
  • Introducing Constant Wonder Kids: Do Plants Think?Jan 26, 2026 · 17 min
  • Your Ultimate Saturnalia Gift Guide!Dec 17, 2025 · 9 min
  • Culture Kids Collab: You're Invited to an Ancient Roman Dinner Party! (Part 2)Dec 15, 2025 · 16 min
  • Culture Kids Collab: Culture Train Time Travel to Ancient Rome! (Part 1)Dec 8, 2025 · 18 min

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