Best Robin Morton Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 308 - The Fall of Anatolia 28:20

43m ago28:20

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The arrival of the Mongols in Anatolia would eventually lead to the expulsion of the Romans. Mongol dominance of the plateau sent waves of tribes into Byzantine territory. It was a crisis which the Emperor Andronikos was not equal to. Period: 1281-1303 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 307 - Healing the Divisions 20:54

10m ago20:54

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The Union of Lyons had unleashed bitter division within Byzantium. We follow Michael and his son Andronikos as they try to make peace with the various factions that had opposed them. Period: 1281-1310 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 306 - Church Union 36:53

6m ago36:53

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The Pope responds with despair to the news of Constantinople's fall. He calls for a Crusade to restore the Latin position. The man who answers is the brother of the King of France, Charles of Anjou. Michael Palaiologos is willing to do whatever it takes to stop them. This means he must agree to church union. Period: 1261-82 Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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Episode 305 - The Return from Exile 22:26

21d ago22:26

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Michael VIII Palaiologos enters the city of Constantine for the first time. He has a lot of work to do to rebuild the city and restore its prestige. He must also navigate a complex diplomatic position which sees his forces in action on five fronts simultaneously. Period: 1261-5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 304 - Questions XIV 35:49

1M ago35:49

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We look at listener questions about this period of narrative. Were the Varangian Guard still employed at Nicaea? Had Greek Fire been lost? How many Emperors are actually Saints? Why did Nicaea win? Should they have moved back to Constantinople? Were the Romans Greeks now? Period: 1204-61 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 303 - Pinch Me 22:27

1M ago22:27

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We talk about the challenges which Michael Palaiologos and the Nicaens faced as they prepared to move back to Constantinople. Period: 1204-61 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 302 - Colonial Occupation 27:29

2M ago27:29

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We talk about the Latin occupied parts of Byzantium. What was life like for the conquered and the conquerors? Was the occupation a colonial enterprise? Period: 1204-61 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 301 - The Fifth Crusade with Nicholas Morton 54:16

2M ago54:16

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Professor Nicholas Morton returns to tell us the story of the Fifth Crusade. To learn more check out his book The Mongol Storm: Making and Breaking Empires in the Medieval Near East. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 300 - The 10 Greatest Byzantine Emperors 22:38

2M ago22:38

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For our 300th episode I decided to do something different. I chose my 10 greatest Byzantine Emperors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 299 - Baldwin II with John Giebfried 48:32

2M ago48:32

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With Constantinople back in Roman hands we explore the one vantage point we've ignored: the last Latin Emperor Baldwin II. Dr John Giebfried returns to give us Baldwin's biography. Period: 1215-61 John completed his PhD in Medieval History at St Louis University in 2015 and has subsequently worked at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Georgia Sout…

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Episode 298 - The Providence of God 29:02

3M ago29:02

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Theodore Laskaris II beds down his father's conquests in Europe. But his early death sees his family sidelined by Michael Palaiologos. The new Emperor needs some victories to legitimise his seizure of power and the fates reward him beyond all expectations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 297 - The Rise and Rise of Nicaea 23:35

3M ago23:35

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With the Bulgarians and Turks hobbled by the Mongols the field is clear for Nicaea. John Vatatzes annexes a huge swathe of European territory and is widely recognised as the true Roman Emperor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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BRAD COLE- Well Paid and Organized Kindergarten (Phil Collins, Supertramp, Gino Vannelli) 1:34:56

2M ago1:34:56

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Keyboardist, Brad Cole talks about his 30 years touring with pop icon, Phil Collins. He remembers moving to Los Angeles in the late seventies and entering the session scene. He recalls the lessons he’s learned working with all different types of musical artists and reveals his secrets to working with complicated creatives. www.thecolemine.com www.d…

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Episode 296 - The Mongol Storm with Nicholas Morton 44:39

3M ago44:39

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We talk to Dr Nicholas Morton about the arrival of the Mongols into the Byzantine world. Their confrontation with the Seljuks of Anatolia will have serious consequences. Dr Morton is Associate Professor in Middle Eastern and Global history at Nottingham Trent University in the UK. His new book The Mongol Storm: Making and Breaking Empires in the Me…

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Episode 295 - The Forgotten Siege 27:26

3M ago27:26

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While Epirus was rising and falling, Nicaea was consolidating. John Vatatzes, the new Emperor, was competent at home and abroad. After years of consolidation he decided to besiege Constantinople. But he didn't act alone he invited an unlikely ally to join him. Period: 1215-37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 294 - The Rise and Fall of Epirus 16:47

3M ago16:47

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Theodoros Doukas the leader of the Roman state of Epirus leads his people to ever greater heights in the 1220s. He captures Thessalonica and drives towards Constantinople itself. Doukas declares himself Emperor but does he have the resources necessary to reach the Hagia Sophia? Period: 1215-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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NATE MORTON- Five Year Old Neanderthal (The Voice, Cher, Natalie Cole) 1:47:18

3M ago1:47:18

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Drummer, Nate Morton, talks about his experience being on the hit NBC show, The Voice. He reminisces about his time at Berklee College of Music and explains how it’s helped him throughout his career. He recalls some of his best musical advice he’s gotten over the years and how important moving to L.A. has been for his music career. www.natemorton.c…

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We HEAR Her Podcast: “Take the Path Less Traveled” with Melisa Griffith 19:07

4M ago19:07

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Melisa Griffith, is the Sr. Membership Director for the Ken Garff University Club. As her LinkedIn profile states she “Connects People with Purpose”. Melisa has traveled extensively around the globe for humanitarian purposes. In her podcast she describes how that path was not typical for a young, single woman in Utah but it worth it!…

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Episode 293 - Governing Constantinople with John Giebfried 43:09

4M ago43:09

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Today we look at Constantinople itself. What was the physical state of the city and what was the Latin administration like? Guiding us today is Dr John Giebfried. John completed his PhD in Medieval History at St Louis University in 2015 and has subsequently worked at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Georgia Southern University, East Georgia Stat…

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Episode 292 - Venice and the Rest of the Empire with John Giebfried 27:57

4M ago27:57

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Today we look at the parts of the Roman Empire we haven't covered so far in the post-siege narrative. This includes Attalia, Trebizond and the multiple acquisitions of Venice. Helping me is Dr John Giebfried from the University of Vienna. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We HEAR Her Podcast: “Strength Gained Through Accountability” with Amanda Morton 17:59

4M ago17:59

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Amanda Morton, Vice President of Relationship Development for Cyprus Credit Union has gone from owning her own hair salons to 10 years in the banking industry. From being a small business owner to the world of banking Amanda shares how work-ethic and accountability are the keys to success!By Women Who Succeed

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Episode 291 - Michael Doukas of Epirus 20:33

4M ago20:33

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Michael Komnenos Doukas would have had a forgettable career if it wasn't for the chaos which followed Manuel Komnenos' death. But the twists of fate allowed him to found a new state in Epirus (Western Greece) which would eventually seize huge parts of the Roman world. Period: 1204-15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 290 - The Despot, Theodore Laskaris 25:32

4M ago25:32

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We follow Theodore Laskaris as he escapes from Constantinople and establishes a new state at Nicaea. Crowned as the new Roman Emperor he must face down rivals on every side including the Turks. Period: 1204-12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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KATIE BOECK- Now I Understand The Assignment (Spring Awakening) 1:17:09

4M ago1:17:09

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Singer/Songwriter, Katie Boeck, discusses the struggle to find and protect her artistic voice in a music business that tends toward exploitation. She talks about the making of her album, Calico, and the life events that went into the writing. She pays tribute to her first producer Bobby Williams and explains the lessons she learned from him. Katie …

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We HEAR Her Podcast: “Build that Plane While You Fly It” with Mallory Santa Cruz and Amy Browning 23:36

4M ago23:36

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Mallory Santa Cruz, newly appointed Vice President of Success in Education and Amy Browning, newly appointed Senior Director of Development talk about the journey of building Women Who Succeed over the past three years. Lessons they have learned, what they have shared with young staff, and the need for entrepreneurial flexibility in a non-profit se…

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Episode 289 - Kaloyan, Tsar of Bulgaria 25:38

5M ago25:38

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With Baldwin and Boniface dead the Bulgarians run riot across Thrace. Their Tsar Kaloyan attempts to capture Thessalonica and ponders whether he could become the new Roman Emperor. Period: 1204-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We HEAR Her Podcast: “You Are More Than Enough” with Laura Peifer 24:33

5M ago24:33

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Laura Peifer, Health Consultant and Vice President of GBS Benefits discusses the complexities of giving 120% to her professional career and 120% to her personal life. She reflects during yoga her affirmation “LCR”, which stands for “I deserve to be loved, chosen, and respected.”By Women Who Succeed

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Episode 288 - Boniface, Marquis of Montferrat 21:05

5M ago21:05

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After throwing a huge strop Boniface, the Marquis of Montferrat, is made King of Thessalonica. He sent his men to conquer most of Greece but the Bulgarians were on his tail. Period: 1204-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 287 - Count Baldwin of Flanders and Hainaut 24:22

5M ago24:22

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The Latins agree to stay for another year and to conquer the whole of the Roman Empire. They elect Count Baldwin of Flanders and Hainaut to be their Emperor and all seems well. It only takes a year for everything to fall apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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