Join us for a lively journey into the ancient world as co-host Alexander Gates and I delve into the most scandalous and petty letters of antiquity. From expletive-laden tirades to guilt-tripping manipulations, we uncover the outrageous communications of everyday people. Listen in as we explore the fiery exchanges between an Ottoman Sultan and his insolent correspondent, a Sogdian wife's scathing rebuke, a Babylonian student's cunning manipulation of maternal guilt, and the rebellious outbursts of a spoiled Greek adolescent. Help support the show on Patreon! CHAPTERS: 00:00:00-What is Quickfire? 00:04:03-Reply of the Zaporizhian Cossacks 00:09:56-Sogdian wife complaining to her husband 00:12:50- Babylonian student moaning to his mother 00:16:09-Greek teenager berating his father Reply of the Zaporizhian Cossacks Painting: https://tinyurl.com/Zaporozhian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices