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Ancient History Podcast

Owain Williams
Achaemenid Empire
Greek Mythology
Stasis
Fulvia
Pontius Pilate
Jesus Of Nazareth
Near Eastern Mythology
Ancient Greece
Methodology
Satraps
Moan Inc
Greco-Roman Antiquity
Athens
House Of the Satrap
Translation
Gospels
Judea
Jerusalem
Phoenicians
Transmission Of Myths

The Ancient History podcast is the companion podcast of Ancient History Magazine, a publication dedicated to exploring the ancient world. Each episode will feature a new guest to discuss their research, a new book, or talk about ancient history, from Greece and Rome to Mesopotamia and China, and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of the podcast, we speak with David Stuart about the Classical Maya period, the decipherment of Mayan hieroglyphs, and the reconstruction of Classical Mayan history.

In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Scott Lawin Arcenas about stasis (political violence) in ancient Greece, how frequently the Greeks engaged in political violence, and how political violence was related to the ancient Greek world's econom... more

In this episode of the podcast, we talk to Katherine Backler about women in Classical Athens, what sources are available for the study of Classical Athenian women, the limitations of those sources, and how diverse women's experiences were in the anci... more

In this episode of the podcast, we talk with Curtis Dozier about how White Nationalists appropriate Greco-Roman Antiquity, why Greco-Roman antiquity appeals to White Nationalists, and how investigating the modern historiography can counter such appro... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Lawin Arcenas
Associate Professor of History and Classics at the University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: AH29 - Political Violence in Ancient Greece
Katherine Backler
Lecturer in Ancient History at the University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Episode: AH28 - Women in Classical Athens
Curtis Dozier
Associate Professor and Chair of Greek and Roman Studies at Vassar College
Vassar College
Episode: AH27 - White Pedestal with Curtis Dozier
Jessica Clarke
Roman historian focusing on ancient entertainment; Early career research associate at the Institute of Classical Studies, University of London; Shortland Jones Fellow at the British School at Rome
Institute of Classical Studies, University of London; British School at Rome
Episode: AH26 - A New History of Ancient Roman Theatre
Carolina López-Ruiz
Professor of Ancient Mediterranean Religions and Mythologies, University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: AH25 - Greek Mythology with Carolina López-Ruiz
Nathanael Andrade
Professor of history at Binghamton University
Binghamton University
Episode: AH24 - Killing the Messiah
Michael Cosmopoulos
Professor of archaeology and holder of the Hellenic government Karakas Foundation Endowed Chair in Greek Studies at the University of Missouri St. Louis
University of Missouri St. Louis
Episode: AH23 - The World of Homer
Walter Scheidel
Professor of Classics and Ancient History at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: AH22 - What is Ancient History? With Walter Scheidel
Erica Stevenson
Host of MoAn Inc, YouTube channel about mythology, philosophy, and history of the Ancient Greeks and Romans
MoAn Inc
Episode: AH21 - YouTube with Erica Stevenson

Hosts

Owain Williams
Host of the Ancient History Podcast; affiliated with Ancient History Magazine
Owen Williams
Host of the Ancient History Podcast; affiliated with Ancient History Magazine

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Very relevant

    A very relevant and interesting episode .

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    veganman1961
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Ancient Woke History

    I don’t want to hear neo leftist input while learning about history please

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Numidia124
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast!

    Great podcast on the satraps. Have to get the speaker on again. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friends with Pods
    United Statesa year ago
  • Tedious

    Last podcast was a bit on the tedious slide side

    Guests are better

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    veganman1961
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Really good podcast with interesting content

    This is a great podcast. Content is quite varied with a range of unusual topics beyond the usual wars etc. really like it so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Upli776
    Canadaa year ago

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AH 19 - The House of the Satrap with Rhyne King
Q: How does the House of the Satrap function to sustain empire-wide stability over centuries?
The interviewee argues that satraps and their households have a personal stake in the empire's upkeep, particularly through road networks, taxation on movement, and infrastructure, which incentivizes rulers to act in ways that both enrich themselves and support imperial needs; this balance supports long-term stability.
AH24 - Killing the Messiah
Q: Why are there so many varied interpretations of the trial and crucifixion across different sources?
Interpretations differ because the gospels reflect different historical angles, theological aims, and editorial practices; later authors tend to portray Pilate as more reluctant, while earlier accounts show more direct involvement, illustrating the evolving understanding of the event across communities.
AH24 - Killing the Messiah
Q: The title of your book is quite self-explanatory. Can you give us a bit more about what the detail of the book covers?
The book centers on Pontius Pilate's legal reasoning and the basis for convicting Jesus and ordering crucifixion, exploring how sources portray Pilate as potentially innocent but pressured by Jewish leadership and crowds, and how that portrayal holds up to historical and contextual scrutiny.
AH23 - The World of Homer
Q: Why is it unlikely that there was a single author named Homer, and how did the concept of Homer evolve?
Evidence suggests Homer as a sole author is a construct; the name appears in the mid-6th century BC, and the poems likely arose from a long tradition of many poets, stitched together by guilds like the Homeridae, evolving over centuries through oral performance before being standardized in later periods.
AH23 - The World of Homer
Q: What was the main goal of your book, and how does it help both specialists and general readers?
The book aims to consolidate a vast amount of information about Homer into one accessible volume, presenting the current understanding of the world of Homer—from the composition of the epics to their archaeological context—so both scholars and general readers can grasp how these poems emerged and what they tell us about ancient Greek society.

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What is Ancient History Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, scholarship-forward show that centers on ancient history, archaeology, and classical studies, often pairing researchers and authors with in-depth discussions. Episodes frequently combine methodological debates, new interpretive frameworks, and the social, political, and cultural contexts of the ancient world, with notable attention to underexplored topics like stasis in Greece, women in classical Athens, and public reception of antiquity. The format leans into expert voices, cutting-edge research, and accessible explanations that connect ancient phenomena to broader historical questions, making it appealing for listeners who want depth without sacrificing clarity. A standout feature is the show's willingness to challenge traditi... more

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1. Scott Lawin Arcenas
2. Katherine Backler
3. Curtis Dozier
4. Jessica Clarke
5. Carolina López-Ruiz
6. Nathanael Andrade
7. Michael Cosmopoulos
8. Walter Scheidel

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