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Ancient History Fangirl

Jenny Williamson and Genn McMenemy
Great Pyramid Of Giza
Pompeii
Aphrodite
Herodotus
Khufu
Mount Vesuvius
The Wolf Den Trilogy
Pliny the Younger
Sacred Band Of Thebes
Roman Empire
Ancient Greece
Queer Love
Egyptian Pyramids
Sex Work
Ancient Egypt
Sparta
To Cage a God
Orion
The Great Sphinx Of Giza
Cleopatra

An ancient history podcast run by two Millennial women. Misbehaving emperors, poison assassins, mythological mayhem; it’s like if Hardcore History met up with My Favorite Murder in the ancient world, with a heavy helping of booze and laughter.

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More than 1,800 years after Spartacus fought for his freedom, another rebel leader spearheaded the most successful slave revolt in history: the Haitian Revolution. That leader was a man na... more

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This file contains the first three episodes of our Spartacus series. You'll learn about the conditions in Italy that gave rise to the Third Servile War; how Spartacus rebelled and the pre... more

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Dionysus was a god of revolutions. He featured prominently in two out of three major Roman slave rebellions. Why is that? And why was that aspect of Dionysus forgotten?

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Recent Guests

Mike Duncan
Host of The History of Rome and Revolutions; author
The History of Rome / Revolutions
Episode: RE-RELEASE: Spartacus vs. Toussaint L'Ouverture (With Mike Duncan)
David Chaffetz
Author of Raiders, Rulers, and Traders: The Horse and the Rise of Empires
Episode: The Ancient History of the Horse (with David Chaffetz)
Ayana Gray
New York Times bestselling author of Beasts of Prey and debut adult novel I Medusa
Episode: Maiden, Monster, Medusa with Ayana Gray
Ashlee Cowles
Author and co-writer with Danielle Stinsen under the pen name AD Rhine.
Episode: Horses of Fire, Daughters of Bronze (with AD Rhine)
Danielle Stinsen
Author and co-writer with Ashlee Cowles under the pen name AD Rhine.
Episode: Horses of Fire, Daughters of Bronze (with AD Rhine)
Tana Rebellis
Historical fiction author known for her Exile Duology about famous Julio-Claudian exiles, Julia the Elder and Julia the Younger.
Independent Author
Episode: Rebel Daughters of the Roman Empire (With Tana Rebellis)
Jenny Williamson
Debut author of "Enemy of My Dreams"
Episode: RE-RELEASE: Ataulf x Galla Placidia
Nalini Singh
Internationally bestselling romance novelist known for her 'Psy-Changeling' and 'Guild Hunter' series.
Episode: AHFG Book Club: Sexy Shifters and Fallen Angels with Nalini Singh
Thea Guanzon
International bestselling author and noted enemies to lovers enthusiast
Author of The Hurricane Wars
Episode: AHFG Book Club: Hot Mess Heroines and the Alarics Who Love Them (With Thea Guanzon)

Hosts

Jenny Williamson
Co-host known for her enthusiasm and insightful take on ancient history.
Genn McMenemy
Co-host who brings a witty perspective and humor to discussions on ancient topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Woke silliness

    The entire show consisted of odd 3rd grade jokes and woke nonsense explaining how bad European culture was too so don’t be bothered by the Native American history. It was painful to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The_lionrider
    United States18 days ago
  • History Fun

    Jenny and Genn take us through different parts of history with depth information presented with humor and side topics and passion. I love learning from them each podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L1081
    United Statesa month ago
  • Get to the point

    Good information but it takes 15 min to get to the story and past all the clutter of introduction and small talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taouin
    Canadaa month ago
  • This is my absolute favorite history podcast.

    They are able to do what so many other history podcasts fail at: make history into a work of art, a story to be enjoyed, and a tale of humanity past and present. Their English degrees and writing abilities perfectly mix with their interest in history to make a podcast that is so fun, funny, and deeply interesting. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessi Ruckert
    United Statesa month ago
  • 🙃

    Love this podcast! So fun listening to but it’s a little (lot) dirty so not for everyone. They make history so fun and don’t just do the famous stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lil Indiana
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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The banter between the hosts is often highlighted as a favorite aspect, contributing to a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere.
Some feedback mentions a desire for a more focused approach on history without too much personal commentary, but this is outweighed by positive reviews overall.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and engaging storytelling style that makes history feel accessible and fun.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#225
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#216
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#116
Ukraine/History
Apple Podcasts
#173
Philippines/History
Apple Podcasts
#186
Switzerland/History
Apple Podcasts
#208
Poland/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Ancient History of the Horse (with David Chaffetz)
Q: What's your experience with horses and what inspired you to want to write this book?
Chaffetz shares his journey, starting with his decision to ride in Afghanistan, where he realized the significance of horses in traditional societies.
How an Empire Ends: Gothic Paganism
Q: So how are we going to make a whole episode out of that, Jenny?
We'll try to triangulate here and create a general picture of Gothic paganism.
Rebel Daughters of the Roman Empire (With Tana Rebellis)
Q: What rules did Augustus put in place that resulted in the rebellion of his female family members?
Augustus enforced sumptuary laws on women, requiring them to marry, have children, and adhere to strict public behaviors, contrasting with the wild behaviors of his daughters and granddaughters.
Rebel Daughters of the Roman Empire (With Tana Rebellis)
Q: What can you do to avoid being exiled to an island?
Being born into the Julio-Claudian family increases risks of exile; women could be exiled simply due to their familial connections without any actions on their part.
RE-RELEASE: How to Train Your Gladiator
Q: Were there female gladiators?
Yes, while their history is less documented, female gladiators did exist although they often faced discrimination and were sometimes viewed as comic relief.

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1. Mike Duncan
2. David Chaffetz
3. Ayana Gray
4. Ashlee Cowles
5. Danielle Stinsen
6. Tana Rebellis
7. Jenny Williamson
8. Nalini Singh

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