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From Republic to Autocracy, How Ancient Rome Warns Us About Democracy’s Fragility Alex Petkas is a writer, entrepreneur, and the host of Cost of Glory, a podcast celebrating Western Civilization's eminent heroes. With a PhD in Classics from Princeton University, he transitioned from academia to alternative media, where he empowers professionals and entrepreneurs through educational programs and leadership retreats. Alex’s mission is to translate profound insights from Greco-Roman leaders and philosophers into actionable wisdom for contemporary achievers, fostering a deeper appreciation for historical greatness among today’s innovators. He talks to Bernie today about a topic on many people's minds these days... How similar are current events to the final days of the Roman Republic? The answers might surprise you! Tune in to find out! Hook a hard-working podcaster up! https://buymeacoffee.com/whatsnewinhistory Links: Alex's website https://www.costofglory.com/ Arnold J. Toynbee is the historian I reference in the episode https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Study_of_History https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gzkHhSMHIA https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/755218.Catiline_s_War_The_Jurgurthine_War_Histories JUST READ! It's good for you https://kwikbrain.medium.com/10-brain-reasons-to-make-reading-a-habit-aa628d4b498c This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMost high school students are busy with math and history—but Michael Hoffen took it a step further and learned ancient Egyptian! In this episode, we talk with the teen author of Be a Scribe!, a beautifully illustrated book that follows young Pepi’s journey to becoming a scribe. Michael shares how his passion for hieroglyphs began in middle school, why he chose to write this book, and what we can all learn from the scribes of ancient Egypt. https://www.beascribe.com/ This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn 524 BC, the unthinkable happened—four capitals in ancient China were engulfed in flames on the same day. But this wasn’t a random disaster; it was foretold. In this episode, we uncover the prophecy, explore the political intrigue surrounding the fires, and spotlight Zichan of Zheng, "Exemplary firefighting plan" saved his state from devastation. But did he save the turtle? Was it divine punishment or a clever conspiracy? Let’s find out! This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of our favorite recurring guests, Gil Kidron, has another podcast about movies and we had a wild time discussing the 1956 classic movie "The 10 Commandments" starring Charlton Heston, Yule Brenner, John Derrick and directed by Cecil B. DeMille. Amazing movie. Great discussion. Don't miss it! Links to "As Depicted on Film" spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/72b4ZP8s0Ed7qvnn4gveeA Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/as-depicted-on-film/id1458014104 The 10 Commandments movie https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeGnfbJRp8LGVzRHcj-R64l8XZ1aeEVg- buymeacoffee.com/WhatsNewInHistory This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 520s BC in China were anything but quiet. With states like Qi and Jin vying for influence, leaders like Zichan rising to prominence, and strange omens hinting at disaster, this decade laid the groundwork for one of the most extraordinary events in Zhou history. Join us as we unravel the decade’s intrigue and ambition where a father steals his son's hottie bride, an evil minister schemes and schemes, while a revenge plan is hatched. Good stuff... don't miss it! Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Earth https://pearlsbuck.org/visit-the-pearl-s-buck-house/house/ https://sites.asiasociety.org/arts/asiangames/power01.html This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the glittering Aegean of the 520s BC, Polycrates of Samos was a man of unmatched ambition and cunning—a tyrant who ruled the seas and defied the odds. But every rise has its fall. In this episode, we follow Polycrates’ journey to his gruesome end, a story of hubris, betrayal, and the inevitable downfall of the man who thought he could cheat fate. Herodotus link: https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Herodotus/3B*.html This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAn ancient Passover letter might not be what it seems. New research suggests it could reflect Zoroastrian influences, reshaping what we know about Judaism’s origins. Join me and Gil Kidron of A Podcast of Biblical Proportions as we uncover this fascinating cross-cultural connection. Links https://www.haaretz.com/archaeology/2024-11-04/ty-article/new-study-of-passover-letter-may-change-what-we-know-about-the-birth-of-judaism/00000192-dc36-ddcf-a7f7-dc76c3eb0000?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email https://podcastofbiblicalproportions.com/ This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDan and Bernie return to Greece in the 520s BC where Kimon "The Booby" gains an Olympic title but loses his head. Did he win by running like an insane person in full hoplite gear? You'll just have to listen to find out! Quasi Moon Name - Vote Here https://radiolab.org/quasi-moon This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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1 205. 520s BC Part 5 Rebellion, Fake Kings, and a Massive Rock Billboard 29:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Behistun Chronicles: How Darius Turned Chaos into Control. Darius the Great didn’t just take an empire—he wrote the ultimate victory speech on a mountainside! Join us on our journey as we explore the chaos of the 520s BC, from quelling rebellions to the legendary Behistun Inscription that told the ancient world exactly who was boss. This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe first cities sprang up in Mesopotamia right? Not so fast! Recent discoveries are rewriting the history books. Join us as we delve into the evidence and debate which ancient city truly holds the crown." Link to article: https://interestingengineering.com/culture/worlds-oldest-city-was-not-in-mesopotamia This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Cucuteni-Trypillia culture. Ukraine megacities. Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCambyses - Son of Cyrus the Great - is dead, and the Persian Empire is up for grabs. Enter Darius: ambitious, cunning, and ready to rule. It’s the 520s BC, and Persia is having a Game of Thrones moment! It’s high drama in the Empire, who will live, who will die, and who will take the crown? And of course Fan of History style, we even have a guy that sticks his fingers in a horse's ... um.. well, just tune in to find out. This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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1 What´s New In History: Unveiling the Historical Thriller "Going Dark" 36:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA Conversation with author George K. Mehok In this episode of "What's New In History," I sit down with George K. Mehok, author of the gripping new thriller "Going Dark." Mehok's debut novel masterfully intertwines modern-day cyber intrigue with Revolutionary-era secrets, crafting a narrative that is both thrilling and historically rich. Join us as we delve into the inspirations behind "Going Dark," explore the challenges of blending historical events with contemporary themes, and discuss the meticulous research that brings authenticity to Mehok's storytelling. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a fan of suspenseful fiction, this conversation offers a unique glimpse into the creation of a novel that bridges past and present in a compelling tapestry of intrigue and adventure. Check it out! https://www.georgemehok.com/ Don't forget to email us your address to get some new Fan of History stickers! This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this lively cross-border episode, Bernie and Gil huddle up in Barcelona, while Dan joins from Sweden, to explore an ancient meeting of minds in 525 BC. As the Persian empire expanded into Egypt, Jewish communities from different lands converged, sharing stories and traditions that would become the foundation for parts of the Old Testament. Join us for a journey back to a pivotal moment where worlds—and minds—collided, leaving a lasting mark on history. Link to Gil's Podcast https://podcastofbiblicalproportions.com/ This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.com http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https://twitter.com/danhorning https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/ Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse. Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Support the show and listen ad-free to all of the episodes, including episode 1-87. Click here: https://plus.acast.com/s/history . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Shark Attacks in Paradise
HyperObject Industries & Little Everywhere
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It was the deadliest string of shark attacks the world has ever seen. In 2011, sharks in Réunion, a beautiful island, way out in the Indian Ocean started biting people way more than ever before and with lunatic violence. The epidemic forced local surfers, politicians, and business owners into a proxy war with ocean lovers and conservationists worldwide, where long simmering tensions boiled over. Réunion: Shark Attacks in Paradise is the story of what happened on this beautiful island, and t ...
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