History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. With Noiser+ you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content on shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions A Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser ...
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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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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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I'm all about ancient history so why not join me as I explore Greece, Rome and other cultures from antiquity. I cover a range of topics which are suitable for all levels of understanding. Have a scroll through and start listening. Find me on Instagram, TikTok, X and Bluesky as @ancientblogger. There's also the @ancientblogger YouTube channel and the Ancient History Hound subreddit. Come say hi!
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Join Dr Rad and Dr G as we discuss, spar, and laugh our way through different aspects of the ancient Roman world! Our main series 'From the Foundation of the City' follows Roman history year by year from the traditional foundation date of 753 BCE. We also interview academics and specialists from around the globe for their insights into history and the representation of Rome and the ancient Mediterranean in popular culture. Dr Fiona Radford is an expert on Rome on film and wrote her thesis on ...
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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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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. New episodes every Sunday and Thursday. From History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts Dan Snow's History Hit, Gone Medieval, and Betwixt the Sheets. Sign up to History Hit fo ...
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Every week on Undeceptions we’ll explore some aspect of life, faith, history, culture, or ethics that is either much misunderstood or mostly forgotten. With the help of people who know what they’re talking about, we’ll be trying to ‘undeceive ourselves’ and let the truth ‘out’.
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This podcast will explore the development of the art, architecture, culture and history in Italy, from ancient Roman times through the Renaissance. Listeners will develop an understanding of Italy's role in the development of Western civilization and an ability to appreciate and understand works of art in their historical context.
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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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A comparison of the ancient world with modern society by Rob Cain.
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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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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, the birth of Christianity, and the early Middle Ages. The show's curren ...
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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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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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It’s about Julius Caesar Cover art photo provided by Ken Lawrence on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@kenner_be
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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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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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History is built by people like you, and Past Lives is here to bring their stories to life. Every week, we’ll focus on the lived experiences of real people in the past, from the Stone Age to the near-present. Peasants, laborers, artisans, merchants, soldiers, and the enslaved are far too often overlooked in favor of kings, generals, and politicians; not here. On Past Lives, we keep the focus where it belongs: on the real people who populate our shared past. By understanding them, we can stri ...
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Citations Needed is a podcast about the intersection of media, PR, and power, hosted by Nima Shirazi and Adam Johnson.
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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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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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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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The Ancient Philosophy Podcast explores important topics in ancient Greek philosophy, whether that's in India, China, Greece, Rome, the Near East, or beyond. Hosted by Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College in Michigan.
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A show where we resurrect people from Ancient Rome
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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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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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The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. In each episode of You’re Dead to Me from BBC Radio 4, Greg Jenner is joined by a comedian and an expert historian to learn and laugh about the past. History isn’t just about dates and textbooks – it’s about extraordinary characters, amazing stories, and some very questionable fashion choices. How long did it take to build an Egyptian pyramid? What does the Bayeux Tapestry reveal about medieval life? Why did it take nearly half a millennium fo ...
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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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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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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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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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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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Learn about dinosaurs The titanic and Ancient Rome when you hit the play button you’ll be transported back in time to the most important events in history
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How can the wisdom of the stoics help you become a better writer? Best-selling fantasy author Jon Cronshaw shares the wisdom of Ancient Rome to help you improve your author mindset.
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A comedic selection of skits and radio plays to get you home at the end of the week. Come home to funny, bizarre and punny stories that’ll take you from Ancient Rome, to the Australian Outback, haunted hotspots and the streets of akin to a Noir film and the world beyond. Old style comedy with some new twist. Let’s Get You Home on Friday.
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This podcast is about ancient Roman and Chinese artillery Cover art photo provided by Willian West on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@willianwest
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A rewatch podcast for HBO's Rome with Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith
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A journey through the myths and history of Ancient Greece and Rome for all the family.
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The Roman World introduces students to the society, literature and art of ancient Rome, through a study of its major historical and literary figures, such as Julius Caesar, Augustus, Nero, Virgil and Ovid. We shall look at Rome’s place in the ancient Mediterranean world, and its connections with ancient Greece and other cultures, such as Egypt and Gaul. Through almost constant warfare, Rome accumulated an enormous Mediterranean empire, and this subject will investigate how this shaped Roman ...
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I'm Cullen Burke, and this is Cauldron - A Military History Podcast. I'll cover the significant battles in history, breaking down the vital players, weapons, methods, events, and outcomes. Let’s take a peek into the past and see what, if anything, can be learned from the most dramatic moments in our collective story. Let’s get stuck in!
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Who doesn’t like petty texts, celebrity gossip, dating advice, spicy song lyrics, or controversial opinions? Now imagine all that... but it’s historical. In this podcast we’ll be reading some juicy historical letters, diaries, articles and other piping hot tea. So get yourself something to drink and let’s jump into TEXTORY. Hosted by Karolina Żebrowska
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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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Exploring Place in Regal Rome (Part 2).
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This is the second of two episodes where I was a guest back in 2024 on the Partial Historians, a fantastic podcast which I suggest you check out. Over two epsiodes we discuss the places in ancient Rome linked to the Regal period, or at least tied to it by the later sources. In the second episode I get into a fruit controversy at the Tullianum, what…
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AWA389 - Rome's Elite Veterans: Influence, Origins, and End
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Listener question from TheSgruby: How important were the Evocati in Roman political and military life? And when do they first – and last – appear in the historical record? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast
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Terence, Slavery, and Ancient Rome's First Literature
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Terence was one of ancient Rome's most popular playwrights and a founder of Latin literature, read by schoolchildren for centuries to come. He had also been enslaved in his youth, and when we look closely, it turns out that early Roman writers were mostly outsiders just like Terence. Become a member now at www.patreon.com/cw/PastLivesMedia. You'll …
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Episode 168 – The Gallic Sack of Rome – Part 3
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In this episode, we discuss one of the more tragic episodes from the Gallic sack of Rome. Want to know how we got here? Check out our previous coverage! We Who Are About to Die… The Romans who have remained in the city take up their defensive positions on the Capitol. The old patricians did not join them. Instead, their retired to their houses. Wea…
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Episode 361 - Rome - The National Gallery of Ancient Art in the Barberini Palace
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Located in the beautiful Baroque Barberini Palace, the National Gallery of Ancient Art contains works of art produced before the year 1800. It includes masterpieces by Andrea del Sarto, Bronzino, Canaletto, Titian, and Tintoretto. But the collection's most important works are Caravaggio's "Judith and Holofernes," Bernini's "Bust of Pope Urban VIII,…
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James Madison watches as Washington DC burns. But America emerges from the War of 1812 more united and confident than ever before. Western Civ 2.0 Free TrialBy Adam Walsh
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Episode 365 - Vatican Museums - The Raphael Rooms
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The next major stop in your visit to the Vatican Museums after the Gallery of the Maps is the former apartments of Pope Julius II. They are known as the "Rooms of Raphael" because they were decorated with beautiful frescoes by Raphael between 1507 and 1513, including his famous "School of Athens." This fresco depicts the greatest philosophical and …
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Abbas and the Roman Slave Trade (Parthia, Second Century AD)
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On May 24th, 166 AD, a seven-year-old boy was sold for the price of 200 denarii in the city of Seleucia Pieria. How did Abbas get there, and what happened to him afterward? The answers shed a great deal of light on how the Roman slave trade actually worked in practice. Become a member now at www.patreon.com/cw/PastLivesMedia. You'll get access to t…
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Sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine is the nation of Moldova. As with many landlocked countries in Central and Eastern Europe, it has a long history as a crossroads for armies and people. In addition to serving as a crossroads of civilizations, it has also served as a buffer between states. All of which has made for a very interesting history. L…
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Unfortunately for the study of Seleucid philosophy, the Seleucid kings were not major patrons of the lovers of wisdom as their Hellenistic neighbors were, and the works of the philosophers they did patronize have not survived. However, somewhat more can be said of Seleucid patronage of ancient medicine. IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Spe…
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Communism is an ideology that millions of people had to live under during the 20th century. Despite the communist label many nations adhered to, there were often vast differences in how they practiced communism or even what they considered communism to be. In fact, Karl Marx would have probably been shocked to see where Communist governments were e…
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The Sundarbans is the world’s largest mangrove forest and a UNESCO World Heritage site spanning the border of India and Bangladesh. This landscape is home to nearly ten million people who live alongside some of Earth’s deadliest predators. Driven by chronic poverty, residents of the region are forced to extreme lengths to survive and are forced to …
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4. Aristotle on Character and Intellectual Virtues
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This episode is about a crucial distinction that Aristotle draws between intellectual and character virtues in the Nicomachean Ethics. Host: I am Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. You can subscribe to The Ancient Philosophy Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast, too. I have a Substack: platosfisht…
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This episode will be available to listen to for free on 12th January, 2026. You can listen to it right away by subscribing to Noiser Plus. Head to www.noiser.com/subscriptions for more information. A Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick u…
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Episode 508: The Jefferson Administration
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Thomas Jefferson's administration was full of contradictions and sweeping successes. Western Civ 2.0 Free TrialBy Adam Walsh
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Area 51 is a place where secrecy became legend and speculation turned into modern mythology. Tucked away in the Nevada desert, it has been the alleged site for alien autopsies, hidden spacecraft, and technologies decades ahead of their time, all while the US government insisted it barely existed at all. The reality is far less dramatic or conspirat…
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Medea: Maligned Sorceress or Heartless Murderer?
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She helped Jason win the Golden Fleece, betrayed her own family, and became one of the most feared figures in Greek myth. Medea’s name has echoed through the ancient world for over two millennia, a byword for passion and revenge but was she really a villain? In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by acclaimed classicist and bests…
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In 1908, a two-year-old boy named Puyi was installed as the 11th Emperor of the Qing Dynasty in China. His life would prove to be radically different from that of any other Chinese emperor who came before him. He would see the end of Imperial China, become a puppet ruler for those who wished legitimacy, wind up in prison, and finally live out his f…
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Episode 259: The Rise Of The Third Reich. Part 1. With Anders G. Kjødstvedt
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THIS WEEK! We kick off 2026 with a Three part, (possibly 4!), With a series on The Third Reich. In Part 1 we take a look at The Rise Of The Third Reich. From the rise of Hitler, to how he met the NSDAP, (Nazi Party!), to how Hitler would become a politician for the NSDAP, to the Beer Hall Poutch. And how did Hitler become Chancelor in 1933? Find ou…
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France, under Napoleon, reaches the apex of its power. But, within the empire, the Spanish Ulcer and Continental System begin to unravel everything he had built. Western Civ 2.0 Free TrialBy Adam Walsh
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In the dark skies over the Eastern Front of World War II, the Soviet Union deployed one of the most unusual and effective combat units of the war: the Night Witches. Officially the 588th Night Bomber Regiment, this unit flew outdated, fragile biplanes on nighttime harassment missions against German forces, cutting their engines to glide silently to…
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Greg Jenner is joined in Egypt by historian Professor Islam Issa and comedian Athena Kugblenu to learn all about the history of science and philosophy in the city of Alexandria. Founded by ancient conqueror Alexander the Great, Alexandria from its earliest days was a city at the forefront of scientific discoveries, philosophical enquiry and religio…
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Listener question from Andrew: While watching a video on the Second Persian Invasion, Andrew wondered why the Greeks didn't attack the Persian engineers as they built the massive pontoon bridge across the Hellespont. How was the bridge constructed and defended, and did the Greeks miss a real chance to destroy it? Murray explains. Join us on Patreon…
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Approximately 55 times a day, or 20,000 times a year, an earthquake occurs somewhere on Earth. Of those, the vast majority go unnoticed and cause no damage whatsoever. Nonetheless, earthquakes are commonly considered among the most feared natural disasters due to their sudden, unpredictable nature and their potential to unleash incredible devastati…
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How did Sparta, the most feared military state in ancient Greece, fall from grace in a single generation? In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr Roel Konijnendijk and Dr Owen Rees to chronicle Sparta's catastrophic collapse in the fourth century BC. Fresh from its victory over Athens in the year 404, Sparta stood unrivalled…
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News Brief: How Corporate Media Laid the Groundwork for a Rightwing Incitement Campaign in Minnesota
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In this News Brief, we detail how CBS, Fox, WSJ, and NYT promoted an essentialized, overblown narrative on the "Somali Minnesota fraud" story, teeing up a full blown rightwing incitement campaign against Minneapolis's immigrant communities.
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Episode 364 - Vatican Museums - Galleries of the Tapestries and Geographical Maps
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This podcast examines the extraordinary collection of 16th and 17th century tapestries in the Vatican collection, many of which were designed by Raphael and his workshop. It also looks at the amazing array of geographical maps of Italian territories and Papal dominions in Renaissance Italy that cover more than a football field of wall space!…
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Eurysaces’ Bakers and the Hell of Roman Industry
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Standing just outside Rome's Porta Maggiore is a unique funeral monument to a successful baking entrepreneur named Eurysaces, who was proud of his occupation and his prosperity. But Eurysaces' wealth rested on the brutalized laborers who worked in his hellish industrial bakery, and through Eurysaces, we can understand them. Become a member now at w…
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When you think of countries in Africa, it is unlikely that Gabon will be one of the first to cross your mind. It is entirely possible that some of you might never ever heard of Gabon. Considered “Earth’s last Eden,” Gabon is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, yet very little is known about it because not much has ever happened there…
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Modern fairy tales often conclude with a protagonist achieving their dreams and a simple "happily ever after." This popular image, often promoted by studios like Disney for family-friendly consumption, only scratches the surface of these classic narratives. In reality, many of these beloved stories boast far darker origins, featuring unsettling the…
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Napoleon reaches the height of his powers on the frozen fields of Moravia. Western Civ 2.0 Free TrialBy Adam Walsh
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Alphonse Gabriel Capone, aka Al Capone, aka Scarface, is one of the most notorious gangsters in American history. Known for dominating Chicago’s underworld during prohibition, his criminal operation had a reach that extended throughout the United States. Capone cultivated a celebrity image while participating in violent criminal activity. Despite h…
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3. Rachel O'Keefe: Plotinus' Metaphysics
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In this episode, I speak with Rachel O'Keefe about Plotinus' metaphysical system, especially the view of the hypostases that he develops in Enneads V.1. We begin the episode by discussing who Plotinus was. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. Interviewee: Rachel O'Keefe, who teaches and works …
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A Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick up your copy now at your local bookstore or visit noiser.com/books to learn more. In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson negotiated the purchase of 820,000 square miles of land from Napoleon, includi…
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2. How Galileo Used the Telescope to Refute Aristotle and Ptolemy
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This episode is about how Galileo used the then-recent invention of the telescope to refute ancient and long-standing views about the cosmos. In the process, he got in trouble with the Vatican. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. You can subscribe to The Ancient Philosophy Podcast wherever yo…
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This episode is about what the Stoics thought philosophy was. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. You can subscribe to The Ancient Philosophy Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. There is a YouTube channel available with video episodes. I have a Substack: platosfishtrap.substack.com. You can…
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One of the most significant and long-lasting outcomes of World War I didn’t take place in Europe. It was a reshuffling of the political order in the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant. During the war, various Arab tribes joined together to free themselves from centuries of Ottoman Rule. The legacy of the rebellion can still be seen in the map of the …
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How did a persecuted minority religion rise to be embraced and enforced by mighty Roman Emperors? Tristan Hughes is joined by Professor Peter Heather to chart the dramatic rise of Christianity, exploring how Emperors such as Constantine the Great were forced to hide their true religions and the suppression of paganism across the world. MORE Council…
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In 1943, one of the most notable acts of Jewish resistance during World War II took place. For nearly one month, residents of the Warsaw Ghetto fought against Nazi soldiers who were attempting to transport the residents to concentration camps. The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, the largest single Jewish Revolt during the war, was well-organized, hard-foug…
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Prague is one of the truly great cities of Central Europe. Prague is noted for its preserved medieval and Baroque architecture, the Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, the Astronomical Clock, and its Gothic Old Town. In addition, it has one of the world’s greatest beer and brewing cultures. They also happen to like to throw people out of windows. Learn …
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Dead Funny History: The Brontës. Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the lives of the Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anne, three literary legends whose tragic family story inspired some of the greatest novels of the 19th century. This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches a…
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Listener question from @klappspatenkamikaze: After commenting on an earlier episode about cloaks in combat, they added, "Now I want to know more about signalling 😃." Murray is happy to oblige. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast
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