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We discuss sociocultural problems that have led to a silent crisis where men comprise 80% of all suicide deaths. We examine the roots of the teachings and belief systems that have shaped today's men's zeitgeist. Most men are not allowed to show emotions, can't ask for help, are encouraged to be stoic, are terrified of vulnerability, and only get respect if they're labeled "alpha males'. We dare to go where others don't have the courage to until mental health is destigmatized and men feel saf ...
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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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Tides of History

Wondery / Patrick Wyman

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Everywhere around us are echoes of the past. Those echoes define the boundaries of states and countries, how we pray and how we fight. They determine what money we spend and how we earn it at work, what language we speak and how we raise our children. From Wondery, host Patrick Wyman, PhD (“Fall Of Rome”) helps us understand our world and how it got to be the way it is. Listen to Tides of History on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to bonus episodes available ...
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HITM uses character focused storytelling to convey the ideas of the past that have shaped us today. We dive into wars and politics to see how the values of nations and their populations have reacted to the world around them. This is social evolution and biography wrapped in storytelling. This is History in the Making. HITM is currently in Season 1. Season 1 covers much of the classical age of Greece including the “invention” of democracy, the Persian Wars, politics of Pericles and Themistocl ...
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The First War for Western Civilization

Worrigee Multimedia (Australia)

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This video is a preview lasting 3:00 Minutes. TO SEE ALL 8 EPISODES IN THEIR ENTIRETY, PLEASE VISIT http://www.celebrategreece.com/products/56-the-first-war-for-the-west "Go back 2,500 years to the wars between ancient Greece (West) and Persia (East). The Greco-Persian Wars 2,500 years ago were a clash between two peoples, two cultures, two systems of government and two continents. The first clash between East and West. A clash that has, sadly, continued all the way to today." -- Dr. Michael ...
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Superhumanize and learn how to transform and transcend your human experience, and achieve the highest potential of mind, body and spirit. Our host Ariane Sommer brings you deeply insightful interviews with the global thought leaders in health, personal development, business, biohacking, science and spirituality - to inspire YOU to live your best life ever. Ariane is a published author, vegan biohacker and wellness entrepreneur, journalist and keynote speaker. Born in Germany and growing up i ...
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Presenting a chronological history of the ancient Spartan peoples. Beginning with their earliest mentions in the epics of Homer, the Iliad and Odyssey, right through to the collapse of Spartan dominance in the 4th century BCE.
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Experts on History

World History Encyclopedia

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Join your host Dr Fiona Richards as she interviews our Experts on History! We'll meet historians, archaeologists and curators who are experts in their field and hear about the lives of people who have made history their jobs, learn fascinating facts about the past, and go on a journey through world history. Fiona also includes questions for our experts that were sent in by WHE readers.
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News To Reviews is a video game news and impressions podcast. Each month Zac, Lachy and an awesome guest sit down to discuss the most interesting stories in gaming and impressions on the latest games. Forget your troubles listening to a bunch of friends talking about what they love most! New episode the first Monday or Tuesday of every month. News:…
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The following episode is not just about a story of survival—this is a story of profound resilience, of rising from the ashes of unimaginable hardship and emerging stronger, more empowered, and with a deep sense of purpose. Our guest Rebecca Deng’s life is a testament to the human spirit's ability to thrive, even after the darkest of times. Rebecca …
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Henry V of England was the archetypal medieval king, a warrior par excellence whose example inspired English kings for centuries to come, the victor at Agincourt and conqueror of much of France. Tides of History's returning champion guest, Dan Jones, joins me to talk about his new book on Henry V, the king's childhood and adolescence, and why he ma…
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The three decades from 508-478BC were possibly the most consequential in all of ancient history. In this episode and the next, we tell the story of the Greco-Persian Wars through the eyes of Themistocles, the Athenian mastermind who guided the Greeks to victory. Contents of the episode, with timestamps: [04:50] Themistocles' Childhood and the Athen…
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It took Alexander just three years to effectively conquer the Persian Empire. Two decisive battles - Issus and Gaugamela - proved his supremacy over the Persian king Darius III, and the two-century rule of the Achaemenids died on battlefields in the Fertile Crescent. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Fort…
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Paul Bergrin is a hotshot criminal defense attorney in Newark, New Jersey. Seemingly unstoppable and with unorthodox methods, he’s built a reputation for getting his clients off the hook. But as Paul's legend grows, so do the suspicions swirling around him. When FBI Agent Shawn Brokos starts investigating a major drug ring, she makes a shocking dis…
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Gladiators are one of the most enduring symbols of the Roman world, but what do we really know about them? Gladiator historian Alexander Mariotti joins me to discuss the logic behind gladiatorial games, the lives of real gladiators, and how the reality contrasts with the popular image we have today. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: R…
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Welcome to Superhumanize, where we explore the frontiers of human potential and the complex tapestry of consciousness. Today, we have an extraordinary guest—one of the most controversial and transformative thinkers of our time, Dr. Marc Gafni. Marc is not just a philosopher; he’s a revolutionary mind, a master teacher, and a provocateur who challen…
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Welcome to Superhumanize, where we explore the wisdom and traditions that connect us to our roots, our purpose, and the universe itself. Today, we have the incredible honor of hosting Kumu Ramsay Taum, a revered cultural practitioner and spiritual leader whose work in integrating Native Hawaiian values into modern contexts is truly evolutionary. Ku…
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Alexander wasn't yet "The Great" when he invaded the westernmost provinces of the Persian Empire in 334 BC, but he quickly showed that he was a serious threat to the old and still-powerful state ruled by Darius III. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or …
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Imagine a world where our deepest wounds are not just healed but transformed into our greatest gifts—a world where the boundaries between the human and the divine dissolve in the dance of everyday life. Today, I'm thrilled to take you on a journey with Gaia Ma, a visionary leader in personal and spiritual transformation. Gaia Ma is the founder of T…
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Hollie McKay is an extraordinary individual whose life and work have taken her to the front lines of some of the world’s most dangerous and complex conflicts. As a war reporter, geopolitical analyst, and international humanitarian, Holly has seen the very best and the very worst of humanity. Her journey through war zones, her powerful storytelling,…
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News To Reviews is a video game news and impressions podcast. Each month Zac, Lachy and an awesome guest sit down to discuss the most interesting stories in gaming and impressions on the latest games. Forget your troubles listening to a bunch of friends talking about what they love most! New episode the first Monday or Tuesday of every month. ***Fe…
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AGD is going back to Greece this January 3-11 for another epic adventure! This time we'll be exploring the Persian Wars and the profound effect they had on Greek civilization. We will visit all the major focal points of the Greco-Persian showdown (Marathon, the Acropolis, Eretria, Salamis, Thermopylae, Plataea, and Delphi) as well as a wide variety…
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Philip of Macedonia was a towering figure, and if he had been succeeded by anyone other than Alexander the Great, he would be far better known today. But in 336 BC, at the peak of his powers, Philip was assassinated, and it became Alexander's kingdom to expand. He would do so beyond anyone's wildest dreams. Patrick's book is now available! Get The …
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Welcome to a journey into the mind and the mystic. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Shauheen Etminan, a visionary who marries the ancient wisdom of Eastern medicine with the cutting-edge discoveries of modern science. As the founder of Ancestral Magi and VCENNA, Dr. Etminan is at the forefront of exploring how sacred plants and their psychoacti…
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When we think of the rise of Rome, our usual image is one of conquest: Roman armies marching out year after year to subdue their adversaries. But Professor Nicola Terrenato has an alternative way of understanding that process, one rooted in negotiation, the relationships and networks of elite families, and the self-interest of powerful individuals …
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Welcome back, Superhumans. Today, we are navigating the deep waters where sexuality, trauma, and psychedelics converge. Our guest, Dr. Cat Meyer, is not just a therapist; she's a modern-day alchemist of the soul—a psychotherapist who integrates the ancient wisdom of tantra and yoga with the cutting-edge science of ketamine therapy. As a licensed ps…
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We all know the name of Alexander the Great, but his father Philip the One-Eye was no less important a historical figure. In just 20 years, he turned Macedonia into the preeminent power in the Greek world, laying the foundation for the much better-known exploits of his son and heir. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renai…
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Welcome back to Superhumanize, where we explore the frontier of what it means to truly thrive in body, mind, and spirit. Today, I’m excited to be joined by someone who stands at the intersection of cutting-edge science and practical wellness—Dr. John Lewis. Dr. Lewis is a pioneer in the field of nutritional psychiatry and cognitive health. His grou…
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For most of the history of ancient Greece, Macedonia was a backwater: a semi-barbarian kingdom on the fringes of the Greek world, only tangentially involved in the dealings of the sophisticated city-states to the south. But with the rise of King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, all of that began to change very quickly. Patrick's book is no…
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News To Reviews is a video game news and impressions podcast. Each month Zac, Lachy and an awesome guest sit down to discuss the most interesting stories in gaming and impressions on the latest games. Forget your troubles listening to a bunch of friends talking about what they love most! New episode the first Monday or Tuesday of every month. News:…
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Welcome to this episode of The Superhumanize Podcast, where we explore the frontiers of science and spirituality looking into the profound connections that shape our understanding of reality. Today, I am thrilled to introduce a guest who has been at the forefront of this intersection for decades—Lynne McTaggart. Lynne McTaggart is not just an autho…
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What was Italy like during the period of Rome's rise to power? Dr. Kathryn Lomas, author of The Rise of Rome: From the Iron Age to the Punic Wars, joins me to discuss the fascinating history of Italy outside and inside the city of Rome. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in…
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It's time for another mailbag! Patrick answers questions about the Axial Age, the best places to see Iron Age archaeology, and how to be a discerning consumer of history. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit…
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We're honored to welcome to the show Ryan James, a transformative thought leader whose work integrates ancient wisdom with modern practices to foster global transformation and spiritual purpose. As the founder of Sixth Sun Immersions, Ryan co-creates with a collective of elders and thought leaders to inspire heart-centered leadership and service to…
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Welcome to Superhumanize and another deep dive into all things human potential. Today, I am thrilled to have Dr. Judith Orloff join us. Dr. Orloff is a psychiatrist, an empath and intuitive healer, and the New York Times bestselling author of several transformative books, including "The Empath’s Survival Guide," "Thriving as an Empath" and her late…
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The famous Greco-Persian Wars didn't mark the end of the relationship between Persia and Greece, but its beginning. For the next 150 years, the seemingly internal politics of the Greek world became increasingly tied to what was happening under the rule of Persia's Greek king, culminating in the Peloponnesian War and its aftermath. Patrick's book is…
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We tend to think of Rome's rise to power in Italy as inevitable, but it was far from guaranteed. Their most fearsome enemies within the Italian peninsula were the Samnites, hill-people from the mountainous central regions. But what made the Samnites so formidable, and how were they able to hold out for so long? The answer lies in the fact that they…
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It's summer, which means it's time for some pleasure reading! Here are seven books that Patrick is recommending for your next summer reads: 1) Svetlana Alexievich, The Unwomanly Face of War: An Oral History of Women in World War II 2) Joel F. Harrington, The Faithful Executioner: Life and Death, Honor and Shame in the Turbulent Sixteenth Century 3)…
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At the beginning of the 4th century BC, Rome was still not the dominant force in Latium, the small region surrounding the city; by the end of that century, Rome was the dominant power in all of Italy. How did that happen? The answer lies not so much in conquest as cooperation. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance…
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