A podcast telling the story of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire from 476 AD to 1453. www.thehistoryofbyzantium.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Robin Pierson Podcasts
Exploring various topics of history and government with a feeble attempt at humor. Don't worry I lack the storytelling ability of a Dan Carlin, the commitment to a fast pace and consistent release schedule of a Mike Duncan. Nor do I have the calm and reassuring voice of a Robin Pierson. What I do have is some spare time and boredom and want to talk about random things in history.
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The Small Changes Big Shifts podcast is your weekly dose of wellness encouragement. It’s the small changes that stick and ultimately compound to create big shifts in our holistic well-being. Dr. Michelle Robin and her renowned guests will share wisdom, knowledge, real life stories and practical tips to inspire and inform you as you move forward on your journey to a life of wellness.
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Teaching Empathy, Owning Mistakes: Leadership Lessons from Dr. Nicole Price
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31:40https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/teaching-empathy-owning-mistakes-leadership-lessons-from-dr-nicole-price-season-12-ep-531/Empathy isn’t soft—it’s strategic. Dr. Nicole Price brings bold truth, brilliant insight, and deep humanity to a conversation about leadership that transcends titles. With vulnerability and humor, she unpacks how personal expe…
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John VIII Palaiologos asks the Pope for an Ecumenical Council to reunite the churches. To his surprise the Pontiff says yes and a huge Byzantine contingent travels to Italy. Period: 1425-48 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Seven Habits That Can Transform Your Health, One Day at a Time
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13:12Wellness doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it starts with small, consistent choices that reconnect you to your body, your rhythm, and your purpose. Dr. Michelle Robin celebrates 15 years of Wellness on a Shoestring by revisiting the simple habits that have helped thousands reclaim their energy, focus, and joy. From sleep hygiene to hydration, movemen…
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Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Marion Pierson’s Foundational Wellness Tips
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29:36Whole-person health starts with whole-family care—and that begins with a provider who sees you, hears you, and truly walks beside you. Dr. Marion Pierson brings decades of heart-led pediatric experience to the conversation, showing how health is more than check-ups and prescriptions—it’s about relationships, rest, and raising kids in rhythm with bo…
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With the Ottoman civil war raging Manuel II Palaiologos tries to improve the Roman position and ensure his sons succeed him. Period: 1402-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Healing Through Honesty: Frank Ferrante’s Journey from Addiction to Authenticity
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34:38Transformation doesn’t begin in a wellness plan—it starts with one honest moment of saying, “I want more for myself.” Frank Ferrante’s raw and remarkable story is a powerful reminder that healing is rarely linear and never perfect. Through addiction, regret, radical self-awareness, and rediscovery, Frank reveals that the heart of wellness is not ab…
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Manuel II Palaiologos refuses to play vassal to Sultan Bayezid. So the Ottomans set up a permanent blockade of New Rome. The siege would last for eight years and only a miracle could save the Romans. Period: 1391-1402 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Breaking Generational Cycles with Love and Language: Vladimir Sainte’s Mission
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27:04Healing starts when we give kids the words to express what’s in their hearts. Vladimir Sainte’s journey—from a childhood where emotions were silenced to becoming a powerful voice for emotional literacy—is a testament to the impact of breaking generational cycles with compassion and intention. Through his work as a therapist and children’s book auth…
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John V Palaiologos faces rebellions from his sons and Grandsons. Forcing the Romans to become both Ottomans vassals and the pawns of Venice and Genoa. Period: 1371-91 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Slowing Down to Heal: Lessons from Dr. Douglas Burton’s Journey
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32:56Real strength shows up when life knocks you down and you choose to rise with gratitude, faith, and community. Dr. Douglas Burton shares how a life-altering diagnosis transformed not just his health journey, but his entire perspective on what it means to truly live well. From the operating room to the other side of the patient experience, he opens h…
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Episode 326 - The Rise of the Ottomans, Part 2
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25:30We look at the details of how the Ottomans ran their state. Including the creation of loyalty to the ruling dynasty, succession policy, military recruitment and slave trading. Period: 1280-1371 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Andrea Nakayama on Why One-Size-Fits-All Health Solutions Don’t Work
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26:43The path to healing doesn’t begin with a protocol—it begins with a story. Andrea Nakayama’s powerful journey from caregiver to trailblazing functional nutritionist is a reminder that true wellness is personal, rooted, and deeply interconnected. Through loss, love, and resilience, she discovered that lasting health requires more than symptom managem…
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Episode 325 - The Rise of the Ottomans, Part 1
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19:26We follow the last century of narrative from an Ottoman point of view. Period: 1280-1371 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Staying Grounded in Chaos: Tools for Mental and Emotional Wellness
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22:10Sometimes the most powerful shift you can make is simply choosing to show up—messy, overwhelmed, uncertain—and still commit to your own growth. As Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh navigate their own life transitions, they open up with honesty, humor, and heart about what it really takes to maintain mental and emotional wellness during chaotic seasons. Thr…
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John V Palaiologos takes charge of the Empire but finds he has only one option left to save his state. He must travel West and beg for Latin help. Meanwhile the Turks conquer Thrace. Period: 1355-71 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kiona Sinks Returns: Small Shifts That Created a Lasting Impact
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21:38Lasting change begins when you decide that your well-being matters enough to prioritize. Kiona Sinks returns to share how the Shift Experience didn’t just influence her habits—it completely reframed her relationship with herself. From vitamin routines to food choices, energy levels to emotional presence, she’s living proof that when you start showi…
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Episode 323 - At Least Things Can’t Get Any Worse
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28:30Finally in sole control of the Empire John Kantakouzenos makes plans to restore the Roman world. His plans come to nothing though as he immediately faces war, invasion and plague. Period: 1347-55 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Spark Behind the Scholarship: Kiona Sinks’ Path to Purpose and Healing
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23:24Transformation begins the moment you trust yourself enough to ask for help. When Kiona Sinks vulnerably reached out to Dr. Robin, unsure of what was wrong but certain she needed support, she unknowingly sparked the creation of what would become The Shift Experience – Scholarship Program. Her courage and curiosity laid the foundation for a movement …
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Episode 322 - The Worst Civil War, Part 2
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22:52In order to gain the throne John Kantakouzenos destroys what is left of the Roman Empire. He allows the Serbs to conquer Macedonia while his Turkish allies enslave his people. Period: 1343-47 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Power of Bold Moves: How to Create the Life You Deserve with Brittany Connor
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30:15Success isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about stepping into the unknown and building the confidence to make things happen. Bayleigh dives into an inspiring conversation with Brittany Connor, who shares her journey of embracing fear, taking bold action, and proving that the biggest breakthroughs happen outside of your comfort zone. F…
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Episode 321 - The Worst Civil War, Part 1
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28:15Andronikos III Palaiologos died on the 15th June 1341. Four months later his nearest and dearest were at each others throats. His right hand man John Kantakouzenos declared himself Emperor but was rejected by the people at every turn. Refusing to give up he invited foreign powers to intervene on his behalf. Period: 1341-43 Hosted on Acast. See acas…
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From Scholarship to Success: Veronica Caldwell’s Journey of Growth and Resilience
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25:50Success isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about stepping up, even when doubt creeps in. Bayleigh and guest Veronica Caldwell dive deep into the mindset shifts that turn fear into fuel and setbacks into stepping stones. As a past recipient of the Small Changes Big Shifts scholarship program, Veronica shares how the support and resource…
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Andronikos III Palaiologos takes charge of a Roman state still recovering from the loss of Anatolia and the raids of the Catalans. He takes on the challenge with enthusiasm and tangles with the Turks, Latins and Serbs. He also reunites Epiros and Thessaly with Constantinople. Period: 1328-41 Check out my episodes on the First Crusade which have bee…
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Embracing Change and Choosing Joy: Birthday Wisdom from Dr. Robin
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32:29Time moves fast, and every year brings new lessons, challenges, and opportunities to grow. Reflecting on the wisdom gained from different life experiences, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Petty dive into the power of intentional living—how small, consistent shifts in mindset, habits, and self-care can create profound, lasting change. With birthdays…
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Things I Wish I Would've Known:Overcoming Fear and Finding Growth with Chelsea Laub and Haley Prophet Part 2
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22:38True well-being isn’t just about what you do—it’s about how you feel, think, and evolve over time. As we continue our conversation with Chelsea Laub and Haley Prophet, they share how their perspectives on health, success, and balance have shifted, revealing the power of emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and redefining hustle culture. …
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Things I Wish I Would've Known: Overcoming Fear and Finding Growth with Chelsea Laub and Haley Prophet
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31:53Stepping into the unknown can be overwhelming, but it can also be the most rewarding decision you ever make. Our guests, Chelsea Laub and Haley Prophet, open up about their journeys from corporate careers to entrepreneurship, sharing the challenges, mindset shifts, and lessons that have shaped them. From overcoming loneliness to mastering energy ma…
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Things I Wish I Would've Known: The Hidden Impact of Breathing and Sleep with Dr. Nancy Addy
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36:02https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/things-i-wish-i-wouldve-known-the-hidden-impact-of-breathing-and-sleep-with-dr-nancy-addy-season-12-ep-516/What if the way you breathe, sleep, and hold tension in your body could be the key to unlocking better health and vitality? In this conversation, we sit down with Dr. Nancy Addy to explore the powerful connect…
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Episode 319 - Orthodox Questions with Father John Strickland. Part 2
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1:04:04This is part two of my Q&A with Father John Strickland. We talk about the Protestant reformation, Autocephalous churches and connections to Byzantium amongst other topics. John is the pastor of an Orthodox Church in Poulsbo in Washington State. He wrote a four-volume series about the history of Christian civilization called Paradise and Utopia. He’…
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Thriving at Any Age by Prioritizing Mobility and Wellness with Dr. Lorna Jarrett
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27:32Imagine a life where challenges don’t define you, but instead, fuel your growth. That’s the message Dr. Lorna Jarrett brings as she shares her passion for mobility, resilience, and adaptive wellness. With a heart for community health and a mission to empower individuals facing discomfort, disease, or aging, she reminds us that movement is more than…
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Things I Wish I Would Have Known: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Authenticity with Ginger Lee Bliss
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26:56Sometimes, the hardest thing we’ll ever do is face our own reflection and embrace who we truly are. Ginger Bliss takes us on a powerful journey of self-compassion, transformation, and breaking the cycle of self-doubt. She opens up about confronting buried pain, shifting from self-loathing to self-love, and discovering that true freedom comes from f…
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Escape the Trap of Limiting Beliefs and Transform Your Life with Charles D’Angelo
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32:45What if the biggest obstacle to your success wasn’t external, but internal? Charles D’Angelo shares his powerful journey of transformation—losing over 150 pounds and redefining his mindset—to show that lasting change starts from within. In this inspiring conversation, he reveals how shifting your self-image and mastering your inner dialogue can unl…
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Things I Wish I Would Have Known: Unlocking Lifelong Brain and Body Health with Dr. Georgia Nab
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26:15Most people focus on heart health, but what about brain health? As we continue this powerful conversation with Dr. Georgia Nab, we dive deep into the small, actionable habits that can protect and even restore cognitive function. From the crucial role of omega-3s in preventing brain shrinkage to the impact of chiropractic care on nervous system heal…
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Breaking the Silence and Owning Your Story with Jean Ibañez Payne
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29:08https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/breaking-the-silence-and-owning-your-story-with-jean-ibanez-payne-season-12-bonus/Imagine carrying a weight for decades, believing you were alone in your struggle until one day, you decide to take your power back. Jean Ibañez Payne’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and reclaiming self-worth. From over…
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Things I Wish I Would Have Known: The Hidden Keys to Heart and Metabolic Health with Dr. Georgia Nab
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23:24Your body is talking—are you listening? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Georgia Nab breaks down the vital connections between heart health, blood sugar, and overall well-being through the lens of functional medicine. She reveals why common misconceptions about blood pressure and cholesterol could be putting you at risk, how a simple cardiac s…
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Episode 318 - Orthodox Questions with Father John Strickland. Part 1
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57:10This episode is brought to you by Telepaideia, a collection of live online courses in Latin, Ancient Greek, and the classical humanities offered by The Paideia Institute. Visit www.paideiainstitute.org/telepaideia to browse the course catalogue and register! It’s my pleasure today to welcome back Father John Strickland to the podcast. Four episodes…
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Things I Wish I Would Have Known: Building a Stronger, Healthier You
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33:32Life is a series of small shifts that add up to lasting transformation. Continuing on our new series, Things I Wish I Would Have Known, one truth stands out—mental and physical well-being are non-negotiable. From understanding the impact of technology on our mental health to breaking generational cycles with self-awareness, we have the power to rew…
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This Saturday – the 8th February 2025 is the Intelligent Speech online conference. A gathering of fellow history podcasters. Who will be talking about Deception – lies and forgeries. There are 3 keynote speakers in Jo Hedwig Teeuwisse, Otto English and Wesley Livesay. Along with a host of fun roundtables packed with podcasting talent. I will be on …
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