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A comparison of the ancient world with modern society by Rob Cain.
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Exploring the history and mythology of the ancient world. Archaeologists and scholars join to discuss ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other civilizations of the distant past.
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Discussions from Ancient Warfare Magazine. Why did early civilisations fight? Who were their Generals? What was life like for the earliest soldiers? Ancient Warfare Magazine will try and answer these questions. Warfare minus two thousand years.
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The most influential biographies ever written, admired by leaders, creators, soldiers, and thinkers for nearly 2,000 years: Plutarch’s Parallel lives. Essential listening for anyone striving after greatness. Alex Petkas, former professor of ancient philosophy and history, revives and dramatically retells these unforgettable stories for modern audiences. The subjects are statesmen, generals, orators, and founders; pious and profane, stoics and hedonists. The stakes bear on the future of Weste ...
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I'm all about ancient history and this podcast covers ancient Greece, Rome and other cultures from antiquity. From mainstay topics through to the more niche and aimed at all levels of knowledge I think you'll find something good to listen to. Why not have a browse? It would be great to have you join me. More content, including episode notes, on my ancient history website www.ancientblogger.com
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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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Historian Dan Snow investigates the 'how' and 'why' of history's defining moments. From the Colosseum of Ancient Rome and the battlefields of Waterloo to the tomb of Tutankhamun, Dan journeys across the globe to share the greatest stories from the past that help us understand the present. New episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. You can get in touch with us at ds.hh@historyhit.com A podcast by History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts The An ...
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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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An ancient Roman History podcast hosted by smart ladies!
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An ancient Roman History podcast hosted by smart ladies!
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“Great empires are not maintained by timidity.” - Tacitus. A podcast series looking at the rulers of the ancient Roman empire, by Dr Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith.
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”Welcome to ’Fascinating People, Fascinating Places,’ the engaging bi-weekly documentary podcast that takes you on an immersive journey through the realms of news, history, politics, religion, and social justice. Join us as we delve into the depths of these critical subjects with leading experts and celebrity guests who bring their unique insights to the table. If you’re passionate about history, news, or social consciousness, this podcast is your essential guide. Discover moving stories and ...
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Join host Dr. Chelsea Gardner and co-hosts Dr. Carolyn Laferièrre and Dr. Melissa Funke for a journey through under-explored aspects of archaeology, history, and everyday life in the ancient Mediterranean. Every week we feature an expert whose cutting-edge research sheds light on the real people who lived in ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and beyond. Follow us on Twitter @peoplingthepast with the #peoplingpodcast, on Instagram and Facebook @peoplingthepast, and on our website peoplingthepast.com.
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A podcast dedicated to the history of Persia, and the great empires that ruled there beginning with the Achaemenid Empire of Cyrus the Great and the foundation of an imperial legacy that directly impacted ancient civilizations from Rome to China, and everywhere in between. Join me as we explore the cultures, militaries, religions, successes, and failures of some of the greatest empires of the ancient world.
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Welcome to the Ancient Rome: Table IX podcast, where amazing things happen. Cover art photo provided by Nathan Anderson on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@nathananderson
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Hey guys it’s me Zach here and in this podcast I’m going to be talking about Ancient Rome when I was more little I used to love learning about Rome! And I still do today! Don’t you?
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A podcast by the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama. In each episode, the APGRD invites creative practitioners - directors, playwrights, actors, choreographers etc. - and/or academics to talk to us about their research, archival discoveries, and creative practices.
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Interviews, musings and extra material from the makers of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History. If it did not fit in the HH feed it's probably here
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It’s about Julius Caesar Cover art photo provided by Ken Lawrence on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@kenner_be
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Dan Horning and Bernie Maopolski discuss the events of ancient history all over the world, decade by decade, starting at 1000 BC and moving forward. We love history! History, History, History! That’s all we think of … History in the morning, History for lunch, History for dinner… even history right before bed! And we talk about all the key people in Ancient History – Julius Caesar, Gilgamesh, Jesus, Budha, Lao Tzu, Confucious, Solon, Pythagoras, Alexander the Great, Plato, Socrates, Aristotl ...
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A regular podcast series about place and space in the ancient Roman Empire. “I found Rome built of sun-dried bricks; I leave her clothed in marble.” - Augustus.
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This is about several Ancient Egyptians that are being interviewed about Ancient Egypt. Cover art photo provided by AussieActive on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@aussieactive
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Where history and epic collide--"History on Fire" is a podcast by author and university professor Daniele Bolelli.
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In this podcast we interview historians about new topics every week ranging from Ancient Rome to pre historic era to modern history. I myself am not an academic but I always been fascinated by history and always enjoy learning about it. I am trying to make history fun and enjoyable and hopefully you will learn smomething too. New episodes coming out every week on "Well That Aged Well". With "Erlend Hedegart". This podcast is uncut, and unedited.So what you see is what you get. Which means th ...
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Join the hosts of New Humanists and founders of the Ancient Language Institute, Jonathan Roberts and Ryan Hammill, on their quest to discover what a renewed humanism looks like for the modern world. The Ancient Language Institute is an online language school and think tank, dedicated to changing the way ancient languages are taught.
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A show where we resurrect people from Ancient Rome
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Where the course of history has been decided on the battlefield. These are the battles that made us -- a detailed, entertaining, and tangent-free program about history's greatest battles. In this program, we embark on a journey through the constancy of human conflict, where the fates of nations and the course of history have been decided on the battlefield. This program delves into our world-history's most significant and seminal battles, exploring not just the events themselves but their pr ...
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The Gray Area with Sean Illing takes a philosophy-minded look at culture, technology, politics, and the world of ideas. Each week, we invite a guest to explore a question or topic that matters. From the the state of democracy, to the struggle with depression and anxiety, to the nature of identity in the digital age, each episode looks for nuance and honesty in the most important conversations of our time. New episodes drop every Monday.
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A fast-moving history of the western world from the ancient world to the present day. Examine how the emergence of the western world as a global dominant power was not something that should ever have been taken for granted. This podcast traces the development of western civilization starting in the ancient Near East, through Greece and Rome, past the collapse of the Western Roman Empire into the Dark Ages, and then follows European and, ultimately, American history as the western world moved ...
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The “Ancient Weirdness With Gunnar Hauser” podcast is an exploration of obscure people, events, and ideas from ancient history. It will entertain, intrigue, frighten, and amaze you. We will examine tales of ghosts, vampires and other undead, insane generals and philosophers, heroes and cult leaders, athletes and artists, accounts of dreams, and much more. We will cover stories that specialists have known about for a long time, but they are mostly unknown to the general public and you probabl ...
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Rome: a majestic city with a rich past, spanning over two and a half thousand years. What remains to be seen of ancient Rome? As the heart of the Roman Empire, ancient Rome’s archaeological remains have been studied and admired for centuries, many being well-preserved due to their incorporation into newer structures. This album explores the sites of some of the republican temples in Rome’s Campus Martius, and relates them to the men who built them. The Roman Forum, centre of political and so ...
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Is it a movie podcast? Is it a history podcast? Is it an unholy union of the two? Short answer: yes! Each episode, hosts Colin MacCormack, Elijah Fleming and Christie Vogler break down a new movie about Greece, Rome or the wider ancient world and what works (or doesn’t work) about them. But this isn’t a podcast for nitpicking historical inaccuracies. Rather, it’s a chance to get hot takes on Hollywood films from professional nerds/academics and take a closer look at the relation between our ...
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The Mirror of Antiquity features portraits of classical scholars that blend storytelling and academic research. Guests explore how their work on ancient Greece and Rome helps them understand the contemporary world and their own lives. Produced by Curtis Dozier with support from the Vassar College Department of Greek and Roman Studies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Natalie Haynes takes a fresh look at the ancient world, creating stand-up routines about figures from ancient Greece and Rome.
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Pandemics, violent eruptions, city sackings, egomaniac emperors. Sound familiar? History always repeats itself. Archaeologist host Darius Arya Digs goes back 2000 years to uncover elements of Ancient Rome & its expansive Empire. On location from the back streets of Rome to the bazaar of Cairo, from the Agora of Athens to the Medina of Tunis, and from the Vatican Museums to the Roman emperor Diocletian’s palace of Split. Episodes drop each Monday!
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Parallax -- noun. (ˈpɛrəˌlæks) The apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object. A podcast that is an exploration from the ancient world to the cosmic future. Different points of view than what are normally heard. New visions.
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This show is dedicated to examining the ideas, events, and people that have molded modern American politics. We'll look at history and philosophy going back to the Ancient Romans and Greeks all the way up until present day and talk about how and why it matters today. If you have ever wondered what events and ideas shape the world you live in today, we'll cover it on this podcast.
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Stand Up Comedian and Archaeologist Khalid Winter invites fellow comedians to choose a historical topic and discuss it on Comedians Talking History
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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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Step into The Ten Minute Time Machine, where history unfolds in bite-sized, 10-minute episodes that transport you across time and space. Each episode offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of legendary figures, ancient civilizations, and the remarkable events that shaped our world. From the grandeur of Rome and the mysteries of ancient Egypt to the philosophies of Plato and the secrets of the Aztec Empire, this podcast takes you on a thrilling journey through history's most iconic and i ...
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The podcast that transports you to the ancient world and back, with some good conversation along the way. It's not just about ancient Greece. It's about a huge chunk of human history that the Greek texts give us access to: from Egypt and Babylon, to Persia, to Carthage and Rome, we'll sail the wine-dark sea of history with some expert guides at the helm. Topics will include archaeology, literature, and philosophy. New episode every month.
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The Ravages history podcast focuses on military history, from the wars of Ancient Greece and Rome to the battlefields of the Second World War. As well as this focus, it will also spotlight important events and individuals throughout history.
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A rewatch podcast for HBO's Rome with Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith
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Looking to explore stoicism? Enjoy a narrated letter from Seneca's Epistulae Morales ad Lucilium once a week. Also available by mail. Learn to think like a stoic on contemplative walks, your daily commute, or however you choose to enjoy podcast. Letters and writings from other famous stoics and philosophers, including Marcus Aurelius, will follow once this series conclude.
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What can ancient Rome teach us about American democracy? The Roman Republic fell for a lot of reasons: The state became too big and chaotic; the influence of money and private interests corrupted public institutions; and social and economic inequalities became so large that citizens lost faith in the system altogether and gradually fell into the ar…
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AWA327 - When did Rome's conquest of Italy become inevitable?
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At what point was Roman success inevitable during Rome's wars to conquer the rest of Italy through the 5th, 4th, and 3rd centuries BC? Murray gives us his thoughts. Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast
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Rob Cain interviewed Alison Morton, author of the thriller and the altenative history book INCEPTIO. Synopsis: Imagine a Christian Emperor forcing pagans to convert, and those that refuse decide to migrate to a new homeland in Europe. Now in the 21st Century a NEW ROME, a ROMA NOVA has come into being. Roma Nova is now an advanced techological soci…
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Episode 205: The Guns Of August. With Chris Kempshell
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THIS WEEK! We are discussing The first month of the First World War. From the tension that lured in Europe, to the alliances, and the shot of Sarajevo that would be the casus beli for The First World War. All this, and more this week on "Well That Aged Well. With "Erlend Hedegart". Find Dr. Kempshall on social media here: Twitter/X: @ chriskepmshal…
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Today, we often see the Amazon basin as an endless expanse of trees and rainforest. But 2,000 years ago, at the same time that great cities like Rome, Athens and Alexandria were at their height, this massive area of South America was home to a huge range of landscapes, biodiversity and ancient Amazonian civilisations. In this episode of The Ancient…
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Fill out an application for the Cost of Glory Men's Retreat - "SELL IT LIKE CAESAR". January 23-26th. Apply here. More details to follow soon. (URL here: https://forms.costofglory.com/2025-retreat ). How to make progress, and know it. Featuring a few of Plutarch's critiques of some Stoics of his day - whether fairly or unfairly, you can decide. Als…
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Hadrian’s Wall: A Monument of Roman Britain
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Hadrian’s Wall: A Monument of Roman Britain Hadrian’s Wall is a prominent remnant of the Roman Empire in Britain, symbolizing Rome’s northernmost frontier and showcasing its engineering prowess. Built during Emperor Hadrian’s reign (117–138 AD), the wall stretched across northern England from the River Tyne to the Solway Firth. Its primary purpose …
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From the 10th of November 2024, join Dan on an adventure to Rome to discover the true history of the gladiators: from the brutal training schools to the mighty Colosseum itself. Dan and his guests delve into the ingenuity and cruelty of ancient Roman entertainment —the weapons, the bloodsports, the fierce power plays that unfolded from the Emperor’…
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These 4,600 scrolls have been called the greatest discovery in Egypt in the 21st Century. Dan surprises Bernie in this episode with this amazing find. But what's in the scrolls? Hint: It has to do with the pyramids. Is this the proof ALIENS were involved?? HA! Listen to find out. This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like wh…
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The election of 1860 was unquestionably the most important election in American history. The presidential election after that was still important, but it has the distinction of being perhaps the oddest presidential election in history, if for no other reason than it was conducted in the middle of a civil war. Learn more about the election of 1864 a…
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The Clinton Body Count to the QAnon Shaman: Conspiracy Theories in American Politics
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From the Clinton 'crime family' to businessman JP Morgan sinking the Titanic to kill off his rivals, conspiracy theories are rife on the internet. Dan Snow teams up with BBC journalist Gabriel Gatehouse, creator of hit The Coming Storm podcast, to unravel the journey of conspiracy theories from whispered suspicions to narratives that have shaped mo…
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Ptolemy I Soter: The First Greek Pharaoh of Egypt
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Ptolemy I Soter, one of the most significant figures of the Hellenistic period, was a key player in the conquests of Alexander the Great and the founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt. His reign marked the beginning of a unique fusion of Greek and Egyptian cultures, a blend that would last for nearly 300 years. His rise to power, political strat…
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The Battle of the Nile (Aboukir Bay), 1798. Napoleon Loses Mediterranean Dominance, French Marooned in Egypt, Britain Controls Med Trade Routes.
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The British struck a devastating blow to Napoleon’s plans, trapping his army in the sands of Egypt and extinguishing his hopes of commanding the Red Sea. With ruthless precision, they seized Malta, the strategic linchpin of the Mediterranean—a fortress they would hold, unyielding, until the final fires of World War II burned out. Aboukir Bay. Augus…
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During the Second World War, the Allies were desperate to develop ideas to help them win the war. Some of these ideas, such as the atomic bomb and the Norden bombsight, were so promising that they warranted investments of staggering amounts, reaching into the millions and billions of dollars. Other ideas, such as training bats to drop bombs or pige…
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The Final Cheeky Preview - Last Man Standing: Masada
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We are thrilled to release the final cheeky preview from our new book, Your Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire. The final chapter from our ‘With a Rebel Yell’ bonus material is entitled ‘Last Man Standing: Masada’. This bonus episode is coming out on the very same day that our book officially hits the shelves. Huzzah! The Final Cheeky Preview – Last …
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The Final Cheeky Preview - Last Man Standing: Masada
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We are thrilled to release the final cheeky preview from our new book, Your Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire. The final chapter from our ‘With a Rebel Yell’ bonus material is entitled ‘Last Man Standing: Masada’. This bonus episode is coming out on the very same day that our book officially hits the shelves. Huzzah! The Final Cheeky Preview – Last …
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The Battle of the Dunes, 1658. Groundwork for Modern Democracy, Sparks of Revolutions, Parliament's Power Secured.
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The Anglo-French victory broke Spain’s resolve, forcing them to the peace table by year’s end and extinguishing Charles the second’s last, desperate hope of seizing back his throne under his own banner. In that decisive hour, the ascendancy of Parliament was carved into stone, rising unchallenged above the crown and marking the dawn of a new order …
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Alexander the Great: Conqueror, Visionary, and Architect of an Empire
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Abstract Alexander the Great, one of the most renowned figures in history, built one of the largest empires in the ancient world. This summary examines his early life, military conquests, and the enduring legacy of his empire, which spanned three continents and blended Greek and Eastern cultures. 1. Introduction Alexander III of Macedon, known as A…
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The Surprising Origin of Monopoly (Encore)
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One of the most popular board games in the world is Monopoly. Millions of copies of the game have been sold and thousands of different versions have been published. However, the origins of the game are not what most people think. In fact, the game was originally designed not as a way for people to win by amassing properties but rather to demonstrat…
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What does it mean to be "woke"? It's become a catchall term to smear or dismiss anything that has any vague association with progressive politics. As a result, anytime you venture into an argument about “wokeness,” it becomes hopelessly entangled in a broader cultural battle. Today’s guest, journalist and professor Musa al-Gharbi, helps us untangle…
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In the western nave of Westminster Abbey, nestled between illustrious tombs and beneath a slab of black Belgian marble, lies the body of an unidentified soldier of the First World War. He is remembered as the Unknown Warrior, a symbol of the half a million Commonwealth servicemen who went missing between 1914 and 1918, their earthly remains lost to…
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In this Night of the Livy Dead Halloween special I discuss the types of curses which made it onto tablets and figurines from antiquity. Starting with ancient Egypt and ending in the later Roman period I look into what they were used for, who they were used against and what it tells us about how people were living. As you might imagine it can get ve…
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Anubis: The Jackal-headed Guardian of the Dead in Ancient Egyptian Religion
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Anubis, one of ancient Egypt's most significant deities, is associated with death, mummification, and the afterlife. Often depicted as a jackal or jackal-headed man, Anubis symbolized protection of graves and the safe passage of souls into the afterlife. His black head symbolized both mummified flesh and the fertile Nile soil, representing death an…
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Ancient mathematics was very different than the mathematics you are used to today. Two primary tools ancient mathematicians used were the compass and the straightedge. With these two very simple objects, they were able to make an astounding number of proofs and mathematical discoveries. However, there were some problems that were always beyond thei…
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From the arrival of the first humans reaching the Japanese archipelago some 50,000 years ago to the enduring Jomon culture, Japan has a fascinating prehistory. This is discovered in the rich archaeological record that includes stone circles, intricate ceramics and evidence of the incredibly diverse hunter-gatherer lifestyle that was mastered. Join …
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Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar: The Life and Legacy of El Cid Campeador
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Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, better known as El Cid Campeador, is a legendary figure in Spanish history, renowned for his role in the Christian Reconquista of the Iberian Peninsula. Born in the 11th century in Vivar, near Burgos, in the Kingdom of Castile, he came from a minor noble family connected to the Castilian monarchy. Rodrigo's early life was sha…
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Right now in the Northern Hemisphere, the days are getting shorter, and things are getting colder. In the southern hemisphere, the opposite is happening. Regardless of whether you are in the North or the South, there is one thing for certain…in November, there shall be questions, and there shall be answers. Stay tuned for Questions and Answers volu…
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Archaeologist Khalid Winter tries to cover the entire history of London Bridge We have a patreon sign up here to support the show and receive a host of special rewards including full audio documentary series https://patreon.com/comedianstalkinghistory?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Com…
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Roanoke: The Unsolved Mystery of America’s Lost Colony with Elena Perez
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The mystery of the Roanoke Colony, also known as the "Lost Colony," remains one of the most captivating and unsolved puzzles in American history. Established in 1587, Roanoke was the first English settlement in the New World, located on Roanoke Island in what is now North Carolina. Led by John White, the colony comprised about 115 settlers, includi…
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The Battle of Granada, 1491. The End of Muslim Spain, Spanish Ascendancy on World Stage.
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Ferdinand’s victorious siege of Granada shattered the last stronghold of Moorish power in Spain, silencing a struggle that had raged for nearly 700 relentless years. An age-old clash of faiths, empires, and warriors had finally reached its thunderous end, sealing Spain’s fate and forever altering the course of history. Granada. June - December, 149…
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How to Train a Pastor | Episode LXXVII
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Send us a text He who teaches the truth finds himself locked in battle against all those who teach falsehood. With what tools will you equip him? That is the question motivating "Education of the Clergy," a 9th century treatise written by one of the great students of Alcuin: Rhabanus Maurus. The stereotype of the "dark ages" - the narrowness of min…
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Episode 324: Ivan the Terrible (Part One)
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Ivan IV assumes the throne after a twelve-year regency. It does not take him long to earn his nickname. Website Western Civ 2.0By Adam Walsh
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The First Viking Raid at Lindisfarne Priory: A Turning Point in English History
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The Viking raid on Lindisfarne Priory in 793 CE is widely regarded as the start of the Viking Age, a period of Scandinavian incursions, exploration, and eventual settlement that transformed the British Isles. To understand its significance, one must consider the Viking society and the state of Anglo-Saxon England before the attack. Before the raid,…
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Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft (2024)
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In this episode we learn that your hosts do not know how to behave themselves without an awesome guest to keep them in line! That being said, Colin, Elijah, and Christie delve into the latest iteration of Tomb Raider from the new Netflix animated series. It has a fully realized Lara, beautiful animation, and a plot that actually requires the heroin…
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Today, there is a giant rift that is tearing the continent of Africa apart. ..and I mean this quite literally because the rift isn’t cultural, economic, or political, it’s geologic. In several million years, Africa will be split into two continents, and while the process will take a long time, you see ample evidence for it right now. Learn more abo…
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AWA329 - What defines heavy infantry in the ancient world?
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Another question from Miles, what defines heavy infantry in the ancient world? Were Phalangites considered heavy infantry at the time? Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast
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Will This Be America's Closest Election Ever?
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The 2024 US Presidential election is just around the corner, and it seems like the result is balanced on a knife's edge. As the polls continue to roll in, pundits are predicting the closest US election ever. But we history lovers are always wary of the word 'ever', and so in this special Explainer episode, Dan gets under the hood of the US electora…
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The Lost Connection: How Ancient Cultures Viewed the Stars
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In today's world, much of the night sky has been obscured by light pollution. The bright glow of cities has dimmed the stars, making them a distant memory for many. Where ancient peoples once relied on the stars for guidance, explanation, and wonder, modern society often sees them as little more than a backdrop. This disconnection from the stars ma…
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The Naval Battle of Lepanto, 1571. Ottoman Defeat Ceded the Western Mediterranean to the West.
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The defeat at Lepanto shattered Ottoman ambitions in the Mediterranean, halting their advance and preserving Western supremacy over these crucial waters. The myth of Turkish invincibility lay broken, and across Europe, a new certainty took root—the Turks, once an unstoppable force, could indeed be crushed. This victory rekindled a fierce confidence…
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The myth of the werewolf, a human who transforms into a wolf, is one of the most enduring and pervasive tales in folklore. Tales of werewolves could be found in many countries for over 2000 years. In the Middle Ages, people suspected of being werewolves were hunted alongside witches and vampires. By the 20th century, the werewolf myth had evolved i…
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Our new book ‘Your Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire’ has nearly landed! Pre-order your copy via Ulysses Press! It’s happening – the Romans enter the fourth century! In this episode, we compare and contrast the ancient source accounts for the year that was 399 BCE. Rome and Veii are still locked in a siege, with Roman forces outside the gates of the…
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Our new book ‘Your Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire’ has nearly landed! Pre-order your copy via Ulysses Press! It’s happening – the Romans enter the fourth century! In this episode, we compare and contrast the ancient source accounts for the year that was 399 BCE. Rome and Veii are still locked in a siege, with Roman forces outside the gates of the…
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Episode 204: Halloween Special: Dantes Inferno. With Francis Young
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IN THIS YEARS HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! We discuss the famous work of Dante Alighieris "The Divine Comedy". From a brief history of Dante, to how he enters hell. We discuss some levels of Hell such as limbo, and the circle of Lust. And what is the influence of Dantes "Divine Comedy?" Find out this week on "Well That Aged Well", With "Erlend Hedegart Don`t…
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When they were discovered in the Qumran Caves in the mid-20th century, the Dead Sea Scrolls revolutionised our understanding of biblical history. But one particular scroll was different. It was not written on parchment or papyrus like the other scrolls, but on metal - 99% copper and 1% tin. In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes visits Jor…
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Perseus: The Heroic Conqueror of Myth and Legend in Ancient Greek Culture
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Perseus: The Heroic Conqueror of Myth and Legend in Ancient Greek Culture Perseus is one of the most celebrated heroes in Greek mythology, known for his daring exploits, particularly slaying Medusa and rescuing Andromeda. His tale intertwines elements of divine intervention, courage, and moral justice, reflecting key themes in Greek culture and bel…
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The Battle of Tours, 732 A.D. Muslim Expansion into Western Europe is Stopped by the Franks. Feudalism Ascends. The Armored Knight Begins.
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The Muslim defeat at Tours shattered any lingering hopes of Muslim expansion into Western Europe. This wasn’t just a battle; it was a defining moment. Frankish victory secured their dominance across the West, carving out a legacy that would blaze a path to empire under Charlemagne. With this triumph, the Franks didn’t just defend their lands—they c…
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