Ancient History 101
Alexandra SillsIf you're the type of person who thinks about Rome once a day, this is the show for you.
Hosted by award-winning ancient historian Alexandra Sills, each week we invite an expert guest to give us a crash course in a topic related to ancient Greece, Rome, or their neighbours.
We'll have biographies of historical figures, introductions to ancient works of art and literature, blow-by-blow accounts of ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryArts | |||
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Fancy dipping your toes into one of the murkier periods in history? Lots of people have Big Opinions on the decline and fall of Rome, but do they know what they're talking about? Here to answer this, as well as explain how and why Christianity became... more
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- Brilliant podcast!
Really great podcast for anybody from people with a general interest in the classical world, or students like myself. I found the episode on how the Greeks viewed Disability particularly fascinating! And the episodes on Fulvia and Gladiators have helped me get in the zone for my upcoming module on the Romans!
Apple Podcasts5Inanna96
United Kingdom23 days ago - Accessible history at its best!
This podcast continues to present an incredible array of topics from the Ancient World, including conversations with genuine leading specialists, in a fun and engaging way that makes the subject matter easily digestible. Alexandra is able to break down what can be quite complex subjects into simple concepts by questioning the specialists and providing her own insights. Whether you’re a seasoned classicist or just starting out, this podcast really caters to all levels.
Apple Podcasts5Ben PaitesUnited Kingdoma month ago - Fantastic intro into the classics
This is a wonderful introduction to the ancient world. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the Ancient Roman and Greek worlds. One week there will be a discussion on the Greek gods and another there’s an exploration on modern day museums. Alexandra is a great host with a gloriously resonant voice.
Apple Podcasts5Bob Shangela Violet
Australia2 months ago - My favorite new podcast
I absolutely love this podcast. I enjoy listening to experts talk about ancient history and it has become appointment listening for me every week. Thank you for sharing your infectious love of the past.
Apple Podcasts5maze4muz
United States4 months ago - Excellent
A very informative and surprisingly entertaining pod about antiquity. I also appreciate it’s effort in public outreach; trying to bridge the gap between academia and general audiences.
I’m here for the long haul and I can’t wait to see it break future milestones.
Apple Podcasts5Caius_CaesarUnited States5 months ago
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A lively deep-dive into the ancient Mediterranean, focusing on Greece and Rome and their neighbors. Each episode features an expert guest who unpacks a specific topic with scholarly context, vivid anecdotes, and accessible explanations that bridge academia and public understanding. Highlights include fresh takes on well-trodden histories, conversations about sources, archaeology, and how ancient texts influence modern culture and politics. The show consistently emphasizes clear takeaways, practical insights for students and educators, and a knack for busting myths while keeping complex ideas approachable for a broad audience.
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2. Alexander Vandewalle
3. Stephen Harrison
4. Jane Draycott
5. Michael Furman
6. Alicia Matz
7. LJ Trafford
8. Ben Paites
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