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The Importance of Being Earnest with Dr. Grace Hamman
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- The Classical Mind
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- Jun 9, 2026
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- 4084
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Summary
Welcome to another episode of The Classical Mind , the podcast where we explore the great books of the Western tradition! In this episode, hosts Father Wesley Walker and Dr. Junius Johnson are thrilled to welcome a special guest, Dr. Grace Hamman. Dr. Hamman holds a PhD from Duke University, focuses on late medieval poetry and contemplative writing, and hosts the Old Books with Grace podcast. Together, they dive into a delightful and deep discussion about Oscar Wilde’s brilliant drawing-room comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest . Endnotes * Junius: Oscar Wilde’s fairy tales— The Happy Prince , The Nightingale and the Rose , and The Selfish Giant * Wesley: Ricky Stanicky * Grace: Arrested Development This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theclassicalmind.com/subscribe