Welcome to the Savannah Sideways Podcast - Season One - The Strange Story of Savannah's Ancient Roman Statuary.
EPISODE 1 - STUFF FOR SALE: In this debut episode, host Jessica Leigh Lebos begins unraveling the strange tale of Savannah’s ancient Roman statuary—a story that stretches from the ruins of Rome to the marshes of coastal Georgia.
On April 9, 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Savannah’s City Council quietly considered selling off a cache of centuries-old artifacts, including a 15th-century ram’s head pedestal and a bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. These treasures had been tucked away for decades, but in a time of financial strain, they suddenly reemerged as a possible solution.
Jessica, a longtime Savannah resident and award-winning writer, blends personal reflection with deep research. She takes listeners from Savannah’s cemeteries to its council chambers, connecting the city’s eccentric charm to global history. With stories spanning the Revolutionary War to the digital age, this debut episode sets the stage for a season full of historical twists, cultural mysteries, and sideways views of Savannah you won’t hear anywhere else.
SHOW LINKS:
Check out Savannah Sideways Substack
Meet the Producers: Dee Daniels Media
THANKS TO THOSE WHO MADE THIS SHOW POSSIBLE:
Dr. Erika Morrow and the team at ForSight Unique Eye Care & Eye Wear
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Introduction to Savannah Sideways Podcast
00:15 City Council's Virtual Meeting and Surplus Statuary
04:23 The Fascinating Journey of Savannah's Roman Statuary
04:54 Meet Jessica Leigh Lebos: Your Guide to Savannah
07:01 Savannah's Rich History and Cultural Significance
08:06 Exploring Savannah's Historic Cemeteries
13:52 The Enchanting Greenwich Cemetery
17:02 Sponsors and Local Recommendations
18:33 Conclusion and Credits
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