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A podcast for all ancient history fans! The Ancients is dedicated to discussing our distant past. Featuring interviews with historians and archaeologists, each episode covers a specific theme from antiquity. From Neolithic Britain to the Fall of Rome. Hosted by Tristan Hughes.
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A weekly podcast tracing the history of the Roman Empire, beginning with Aeneas's arrival in Italy and ending with the exile of Romulus Augustulus, last Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Now complete!
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Barbarians, political breakdown, economic collapse, mass migration, pillaging and plunder. The fall of the Roman Empire has been studied for years, but genetics, climate science, forensic science, network models, and globalization studies have reshaped our understanding of one of the most important events in human history. PhD historian and specialist Patrick Wyman brings the cutting edge of history to listeners in plain, relatable English. Binge all episodes of The Fall of Rome ad-free by j ...
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The history of Europe from 376 and beyond the Fall of Rome. Barbarian invasions, kings, queens, and saints, myths and legends. It’s the history they skipped.
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Learn something new every day! Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, Chi ...
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The Effect of Rome falling and the start of the Middle ages. Also we talk about the Vikings starting to invade. Cover art photo provided by Sandra Ahn Mode on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@sandramode
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A highly detailed and thorough examination of the life and times of one of Rome's greatest generals.
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The PFN Scouting podcast, hosted by Dalton Miller and Ian Cummings, offers in-depth weekly discussions about NFL draft prospects and storylines. They provide year-round coverage, including pre-draft scouting in the fall and winter, featuring guest appearances and a focus on delivering comprehensive insights into one of the NFL’s major annual events.
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Stories from the chaotic frontier between Rome and the "Barbarians" that became Europe's fault line. We chart the rise of the Roman Empire, it's fall in the West, and the reverberations that led to centuries of conflict between France and Germany.
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A podcast about myths, movies, and one doctor of classics teaching two dumb idiots about history and mythology
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Walking in the footsteps of history, fifteen minutes at a time. Join us for a 15-minute episode covering a person, place, or event in history, and stay for an extended discussion. New episodes and discussions will recommence this Fall. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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A bunch of opinionated drivel from Central Coast-bred 30 year olds, most of whom now dwell in Sydney. If you are completely jaded by the state of the world, or you've often wondered how to deal with tricky problems at home, this is the place to make all of those worries even worse. We have no interesting life story, we aren't entrepreneurs, and we are only moderately successful - but we do know the value of a bottle of Sangiovese. Listen to this podcast. It's probably not worth your time. Bu ...
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Post Show Recaps covers “The White Lotus,” the HBO comedy drama created by Mike White.
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The Layman's Historian is a podcast about interesting periods of history that a layman would appreciate. My first series covers the history of Carthage including the three Punic Wars between Carthage and Rome.
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The history of the ancient Mediterranean world is a storytellers dream. The rivalry between Rome and Carthage is a forever war marked by passionate maniacs, murderous barbarians and intergenerational vendettas. And we continue to fight it today. These are the stories.
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The History of Cologne is a podcast that tells the story of Cologne, Germany. It’s a city with 2,000 years worth of history and it has so much to tell! Listen to the city growing. Dive into the early history of the city being founded by the Romans. How did it become a bustling medieval city? How did Cologne perform during Napoleon and the Industrial Revolution? And how about the Nazi time? Triweekly schedule, going chronological from the Roman roots up until today. Where is this podcast now ...
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A narrative history podcast taking you from the fall of the House of Hohenstaufen to the Golden Bull, which laid down the constitution of the Holy Roman empire with its Prince-electors, diets, courts and elaborate ceremonies. Episodes appear weekly and are 25-35 min long.
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This is a narration of ancient Rome and its history from the founding of Rome in the year 753 BC, until the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. http://www.thetaleofrome.com This podcast is published on a weekly basis, and episodes are around fifteen minutes in length. Episode by episode, the podcast will travel in time, starting from a man called Aeneas who left Troy and settled in Italy. It will continue its trip to the birth of Romulus and Remus, and how they founded Rome. Later yo ...
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a sort of movie, sort of history podcast https://www.patreon.com/GladioFreeEurope Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gladiofreeeurope/support
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From the daring escapes of would-be-queens to impossible feats of ordinary people in the past - this podcast covers it all, from chaos and conflict to little known facts that changed the world.
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Post Show Recaps covers “Game of Thrones” prequel “House of the Dragon,” with instant recaps, feedback shows, book club specials, and more.
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Ever wondered what the Crusades were and why they really happened? This podcast not only tells the full history of the Crusades, it also links them with the forgotten story of the fall of Byzantium. Listen to one of the most amazing tales ever told! Nick Holmes is a British historian, author and podcaster - check out his website at www.nickholmesauthor.com.
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Nazis lie. A lot. And the things they lie about are often too niche or too technical to find the truth. The Nazi Lies Podcast talks experts in subject areas nazis lie about to find the truth about nazi lies.
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Mr. Sorenson will cover the material for the week to help students get prepared for our quizzes and tests. This podcast will be released on Thursdays.
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History, the story of us, is something that's often discussed but is sometimes misunderstood. From the charging of Normandy, to the Fall of Rome, everyone is aware of these life changing events from years past. But what of forgotten leaders who watched cities burn, or century long wars over a bucket? What about the strange history? In this podcast, we discuss the parts of history that you might not have heard about in school; from knights of the skies to bridges and encounters with the unkno ...
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Discover everything that you were never taught about the history of African Civilizations. As the author of NUBIA: The Rise and Fall of African Empires, Andre Samuels discusses how African Civilizations helped shape the modern world. In PODCASTING NUBIA, he connects News and Hot Topics to the incredibly exciting history of Black Cultures.
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Welcome to Alynn Kirschner, where amazing things happen.
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Welcome to Deep Dive, the podcast where politics, history, and queer lives intersect in engaging, in-depth conversations. I'm Dr. Shawn C. Fettig, a political scientist, and I've crafted this show to go beyond the headlines, diving into the heart of critical issues with authors, researchers, activists, and politicians. Forget surface-level analysis; we're here for the real stories, the hidden layers, and the nuanced discussions that matter. Join me as we explore the intricate world of govern ...
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A podcast for fans of the Spartacus TV series on Starz. Hosted by Roberto Suarez and John Whitford.
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Welcome to "Italy's History Mysteries," the ultimate kids' history podcast where each episode is a new adventure! Designed specifically for curious young detectives aged 7-10, this family-friendly podcast combines fun learning with exciting storytelling. Join Luca, our intrepid guide, as we travel back in time, unraveling the greatest art history mysteries and solving puzzles along the way. Each episode features interactive storytelling that encourages our young listeners to think and partic ...
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Agnus is a monthly podcast about the fields of Late Antique, Medieval, Byzantine, and Medieval Islamic studies. Each month, Glenn McDorman talks to a scholar about her or his recent work on topics ranging from literature to politics, and from religion to art.
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A short-format podcast where we explore strange, interesting, and vague moments in history in an effort to separate fact from fiction! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-william-denton/support
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum: Roman Comedy
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Greeced Lightning supports a permanent end to the violence and genocide in Gaza. We encourage you to take action however you are able. Sara and Sam explore the sitcoms of the ancient world: the Roman comedies by Plautus. Join us to learn about vibe translations, Buster Keaton’s criminally brief storyline, camel-related compliments, the hosts’ break…
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Adam Smith | Self-Interest, Division of Labor, and the Invisible Hand (Republish)
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During the summer break, the 15-Minute History podcast team are republishing some of their favorite episodes. This episode and discussion on Adam Smith originally aired on April 18, 2022. ___ This season we have been covering individuals who have had a direct effect on history, in a positive or negative way. Adam Smith is one of those. He is called…
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Located in the state of Wyoming and a little bit of Montana and Idaho lies one of the world’s greatest national parks on Earth: Yellowstone. In the 19th century, Yellowstone was declared the first national park in the world. However, what makes Yellowstone special actually dates back millions of years. The geologic circumstances that led to the cre…
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After America E5: Altar-ing the Constitution - Christian Nationalism's Rewrite
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Can Christian nationalism coexist with American democracy, or is it a threat to the very foundation of our nation? Join us for a compelling discussion on "After America" as we tackle these urgent questions. This episode kicks off with an in-depth analysis of Mike Johnson's rise to Speaker of the House and how his Christian nationalist views are sha…
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You have probably heard the expression, “The house always wins.” This is usually true….in fact, it's almost always true. If it weren’t true, then casinos wouldn’t exist. Every game in a casino is designed to give the house an edge so that in the long run, with enough players, they are mathematically guaranteed to win money. However, there have been…
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Just over 1,000 years ago, the ancient Maya world in Mesoamerica was turned upside down. Prominent cities like Tikal, Palenque, Copan and Calakmul, their great stone art and architecture left to be gradually reclaimed by the jungle. It's a time of decline known as the Maya Collapse. But what caused it? And did the entirety of Mayan civilisation rea…
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For over 1000 years, Rome, either in its Republican or Imperial form, was the dominant power in the Mediterranean. Then, at least in the West, the empire eventually fell apart. Ever since people have been asking the question….why? Ever since it happened, people have been debating the reasons why, and after 1500 years, there still isn’t a consensus.…
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On April 24, 1990, the Space Shuttle Discovery launched the Hubble Space Telescope into low Earth orbit. After some initial technical problems, it began providing images of our universe, the likes of which we’ve never seen before. Even though larger, better telescopes have been sent to space for over 30 years, the Hubble has remained one of the mos…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! During the summer break, the team still wanted to bring you, our awesome audience, some new content. Every Thursday, one of the hosts will ask the other a question about history they must answer. Have an idea for a topic? Send it to us at 15minutehistory@gmail.com or submit it to our website at https://www.15minutehistorypo…
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Cleopatra VII Philopator was the last ruler of an independent Egypt and one of the most important women of the ancient world. In addition to being a brilliant and cunning ruler in her own right, she was also famously associated with two of the most powerful men in the late Roman Republic. Yet was her involvement with these men that ultimately led t…
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The ferocious, professional fighters who fought in great arenas all across the Roman Empire for the pleasure of the crowd were the celebrities of their day. They were sex symbols and yet they also ranked amongst the lowest in Roman society. Today the gladiator is one of the great images of ancient Rome but who exactly were they and what do we know …
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2025 NFL Draft Tight Ends Preview: Colston Loveland, Luke Lachey Hearken Strong Class
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There might not be a tight end prospect at Brock Bowers' caliber in the 2025 NFL Draft class, but the upcoming group still has a lot to offer. How do TE talents like Colston Loveland, Luke Lachey, Tyler Warren, Oronde Gadsden II, and Bryson Nesbit stack up? On the latest episode of the PFN Scouting Podcast, Ian Cummings and Derek Tate give their pr…
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Perhaps the greatest advancement in the arts in the 20th century was the creation of motion pictures. Motions Pictures was a brand-new art form. While initially it was just recorded stage presentations, it eventually evolved into something much more. Today, it is a multi-billion-dollar industry, which is all due to countless technical advancements …
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Five Kings and Some Romans 513 to 552 CE Putting on the afterburners to get through about fifty years of Visigothic history, as the Balt dynasty runs out into the sand, and uncertainty and internal division opens the door to outside powers. Webpage for this Episode https://darkagespod.com/2024/07/21/50-five-kings-and-some-romans/ This episode spons…
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Tristan da Cunha: The World’s Most Isolated Settlement (Encore)
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Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, situated between South America and Africa, lies the most remote human settlement on Earth. There, a community of a little over 250 people eke out a living over 1,500 miles from the next closest humans. Getting there is difficult, and living there is probably even harder. Learn more about Tristian da Cuhna and ho…
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Part 4: From The White Ship to The Anarchy: The Battle of Lincoln. All stakes for the crown
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(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy- In this podcast episode: The Battle of Lincoln which saw a king captured - and the reversal of fortune for a would-be queen.…
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C.S. Lewis | Reluctant Apologist (Republish)
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During the summer break, the 15-Minute History podcast team are republishing some of their favorite episodes. This episode and discussion on C.S. Lewis originally aired on January 17, 2022.___ Three men walked along a tree-covered path in the early hours of a Sunday morning. Their conversation mixed with the sound of water flowing over rocks in a s…
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One of the most difficult concepts for early thinkers to get their heads around was the idea of nothing. Everywhere we go, all our lives, there is something. There is air and matter that surrounds us everywhere because if there weren’t, we wouldn’t be here. Eventually, scientists and philosophers became comfortable with the idea of nothing and were…
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After America E4: White Supremacy, Red Alert - Right-Wing Extremism's Threat to Democracy
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White supremacist and right-wing militia groups are threatening American democracy. Join us as we unveil the alarming rise and evolution of these extremist ideologies, tracing their roots from historical moments like Ruby Ridge and Waco to modern-day influences bolstered by political figures such as Donald Trump. In this episode, we uncover how pol…
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Just south of the United States and north of Guatemala is Mexico, a fact which I’m sure all of you know. However, most people don’t know that much about Mexico. There are caricatures of Mexico, and many people are familiar with some of the tourist areas, but that’s about it. In reality, Mexico is one of the world’s largest countries, and its unique…
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For more than 100,000 years, Neanderthals made their home in Ice Age Britain, right on the edge of the inhabitable world. But what evidence do we have for this early species in what is today Britain? Dr Matthew Pope from UCL joins Tristan Hughes to discuss this fascinating period pre-history; Neanderthal Britain. What do we know about these people'…
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For thousands of years, many theories have been put forward as to the cause of communicable diseases. These theories ranged from the religious to the magical and sometimes quasiscientific, but what they all had in common was that there was no proof for anything. Over the centuries these theories became dogma and often prevented a better understandi…
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Part 3: From The White Ship to The Anarchy: Restless peace, winds of conflict
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(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy King Stephen is crowned but soon his new found friends will turn into rebels - all with their own reasons for turning towards King Stephen's…
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The 1919 Chicago Black Sox Scandal (Encore)
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In October 1919, the champions of the National League, the Cincinnati Reds, faced the champions of the American League, the Chicago White Sox, in the World Series. While Cincinnati won the championship on the field five games to three, the series will be forever remembered because of the events surrounding it. Even a hundred years later, it remains…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! During the summer break, the team still wanted to bring you, our awesome audience, some new content. Every Thursday, one of the hosts will ask the other a question about history they must answer. Have an idea for a topic? Send it to us at 15minutehistory@gmail.com or submit it to our website at https://www.15minutehistorypo…
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A History of Textiles, Fabrics, and Cloth
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I would say that there is a very good chance that almost everyone listening to the sound of my voice right now is wearing something made of cloth. Cloth, textiles, and fabrics go back a very long way, but despite their ancient origins, not every culture had them. Yet, where they existed, they were often some of the most valuable commodities, and th…
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Ep. 18 (155): The Youth of the Emperor Karl IV
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You have heard me complaining regularly over the last 154 episodes that what we report as political ambitions or strategic plans of the kings and emperors was pure conjecture derived from their actions and public statement. But we could never know what they were really thinking because none of them kept a diary, or if they did they did not survive …
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The Pyramid of the Sun is ancient America’s Great Pyramid of Giza. Built in the legendary city of Teotihuacán, and given its name by the Aztecs, this magnificent step pyramid is another great wonder of the ancient world. But who built it? And what for? In today’s episode of The Ancients Tristan Hughes is joined by Annabeth Headrick, an expert on al…
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In the year 53 BC, Rome suffered one of the greatest military defeats in its history. A Roman army led by Marcus Lucinisu Crassus was led into the desert in present-day Southern Turkey and was systematically destroy by an army from the Kingdom of Parthia. The defeat itself didn’t radically weaken Rome, but the death of Crassus led to a chain of eve…
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Located between China and India, Pakistan, Buthan, and Nepal is the world’s highest chain of mountains, The Himalayas. The Himalayas aren’t just very tall, picturesque mountains that are the home of Mount Everest. They are perhaps the most important mountain range on Earth. The Himalayas serve as the source of several of the world’s most important …
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Sharing an episode of “What It’s Like to Be...” from author Dan Heath. On the podcast, Dan explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. He finds out: What does a couples therapist think when a friend asks for relationship advice? How does a stand-up comedian come up with new material? What are t…
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After America: Statement on American Political Violence (and How to Reject It)
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A statement on the current state of political violence in the United States from the After America team. Music: Infados - Kevin MacLeod ------------------------- Follow Deep Dive: Instagram YouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.comBy Sea Tree Media
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Greeced Lightning supports a permanent end to the violence and genocide in Gaza. We encourage you to take action however you are able. We just can’t quit you, Legio IX! Remnants of Rome’s 9th Legion crop up yet again as Sara and Sam explore the decline of the Western Roman Empire. Discussion includes the Germanic invasions, the last Western emperor…
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Alexander the Great | Conqueror of the World (Republish)
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During the summer break, the 15-Minute History podcast team are republishing some of their favorite episodes. This episode and discussion on Alexander the Great originally aired on January 31, 2022. ___ He looked out across the field and then back at his formations. The wind was coming in from the west, throwing dust clouds up into the air on his l…
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In September 1944, despite over half a year still remaining in World War II, the Allies began preparing for an eventual post-war world. One of the biggest questions being discussed was what to do with Germany. After two world wars with Germany in just a quarter century, no one wanted a third. One American official developed a plan that would basica…
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#75 A Royal Welcome: The English Princess Isabella's Arrival in Cologne in 1235
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The future Empress visits High Medieval Cologne Explore the grand welcome of Princess Isabella of England in Cologne on May 24, 1235, as the city celebrated her arrival with festivities, jousting, and a display of its diverse social classes. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info a…
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Part 2: The 1120 Disaster of the White Ship - The Aftermath: 2 Weddings, A Crown Snatched
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NEW, previously unreleased EPISODE! The sinking of the White Ship has robbed King Henry of his heir. In a bid to secure his legacy, the king hastily marries - and later commands his daughter, Matilda, to marry a sometime ally, sometime enemy of his kingdom. But events unfold contrary to King Henry's wishes - and upon his death - old enemies become …
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After America E3: The Rise of Nazi Germany, the Fall of Rome, and America's Future
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If American democracy were to collapse, what historical parallels could help us understand what we might be in for? Nazi Germany? Learn how the Nazis swiftly exploited the Reichstag Fire in 1933 to enact the Reichstag Fire Decree, leading to a brutal suppression of political opponents and securing their dominance in the March 5th elections. We expl…
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In the early 1960s, the United States was always a step behind the Soviet Union in the space race. By the mid-1960s, the Americans had caught up. They didn’t have many glamorous firsts, but they were doing increasingly difficult things in space. All of that came crashing to a halt on January 27, 1967, when three astronauts died in what was a seemin…
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Do all roads lead to Rome? We find out in today's episode all about one of the Roman Empire's greatest legacies - it's web-like network of roads and route-ways. From the famous Via Appia, the longest road in mainland Italy, to Watling Street, the road on which Boudica was defeated, Rome's roads left an indelible mark on the territories their centur…
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In the mid-18th century, excavations in the ancient town of Herculaneum, just outside the city of Pompeii and destroyed by the same volcano, discovered something….interesting. They found a villa that contained 1800 ancient scrolls. Unfortunately, the volcano's heat carbonized them, making them illegible and incredibly fragile. Still, for over 250 y…
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In the early 19th century, the most abundant bird in North America, and perhaps the entire world, was the passenger pigeon. An estimated three billion of them would fly in flocks so large that they could blot out the sun. However, within a century, the entire species had gone extinct. It was one of the fastest and most disastrous turnarounds for an…
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2025 NFL Draft Offensive Line Preview: Emery Jones Jr., Kelvin Banks Jr. Lead Class Early
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The 2024 NFL Draft offensive line class was revered for its top-end talent -- including first-round picks like Joe Alt, JC Latham, Olu Fashanu, Taliese Fuaga, Troy Fautanu, Amarius Mims, and Graham Barton. The 2025 NFL Draft class might not match that output, but there are still prospects to know. How do players like Emery Jones Jr., Jonah Savaiina…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! During the summer break, the team still wanted to bring you, our awesome audience, some new content. Every Thursday, one of the hosts will ask the other a question about history they must answer. Have an idea for a topic? Send it to us at 15minutehistory@gmail.com or submit it to our website at https://www.15minutehistorypo…
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Depending on how you define it, there were somewhere between 70 to 100 Roman emperors between the ascension of Augustus to the fall of the western empire in 476. A period of about 500 years. Some of them managed to be just and competent rulers who ruled for extended periods of peace and prosperity. Others….were not. Learn more about the worst Roman…
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Ep. 17 (154) - The Blind King John of Bohemia
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The noble and gallant King of Bohemia, also known as John of Luxemburg because he was the son of the Emperor Henry of Luxemburg, was told by his people that the battle had begun. Although he was in full armour and equipped for combat, he could see nothing because he was blind. He asked his knights what the situation was and they described the rout …
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It’s the end of the 12th century BC, and a once remarkable Near eastern world lay in ruin. Drought, warfare, famine, earthquakes, plague - all had combined to brutally devastate ancient civilisations stretching from Mesopotamia to Egypt to mainland Greece. It was a catastrophe unlike anything else - a Bronze Age collapse. But that’s only half the s…
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Part 1: The 1120 Disaster of the The White Ship - A Fateful Night of Despair
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A confident king. A popular heir. A festive ship, and a fateful night. A 12th century shipwreck which led to a 20 year-long civil war. The calamitous event which led to The Anarchy, and inspired literary works such as House of the Dragon. This is a remix of an episode from 2022By restlesstimesinhistory
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The Origin of Words and Phrases: Common Idioms
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Let me cut right to the chase. This episode is going to be a deep dive into the origin of some common idioms. I don’t want to dance around the subject or have to walk on eggshells, so I’m using this introduction to break the ice. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or ready to burn the midnight oil with us, you’re in for a treat. I will spill …
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One of the most famous lines in poetry comes from the poet Robert Burns, who spoke of ‘The best-laid schemes of mice and men.’ The line has been used in reference to the fact that no matter how good the plan or the intentions behind it, things will often not go according to plan. Indeed, there have been times in history when plans have made things …
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