
Ancient to Recent is a history podcast that explores how the past continues to shape our world today. From forgotten empires and overlooked revolutions to the hidden lives of historical figures, each episode takes a deep dive into the moments that mattered and the ones that should have. 🎙️ New episodes every week 📚 Based on real historical research and books 🌍 Covering everything from ancient c... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 61 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

The conquest reaches its devastating conclusion.
As Hernán Cortés launches his final assault on Tenochtitlan, one of the greatest cities on earth becomes the scene of one of history's most brutal sieges.
Thirteen brigantines dominate the waters of... more
The splendour of Tenochtitlan soon gives way to horror.
As the Spaniards settle into the heart of the Mexica capital, they are overwhelmed by its wealth, its markets and its astonishing organisation. Yet beneath the city's beauty lies an uneasy calm... more
From the mountain passes, the Spaniards finally see it.
A vast city shimmering across a great lake. Towering pyramids. Broad causeways. Thousands of canoes. To many of Cortés's hardened veterans, Tenochtitlan appears less like a city than a dream.
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Out of the eastern horizon, strange white shapes drift across the water. Not canoes. Not trading vessels. Floating mountains. What the peoples of the Americas witness that day will change their world forever, and it begins nearly three decades before... more
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Came here from the YouTube channel book reviews and was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed the podcast. From content to pace of the episodes, this podcast has now become one of my favorites. Going through the backlog now and haven’t found an episode yet I couldn’t get engrossed in. 5 stars
One of the best history podcasts I’ve listened to
It’s rare to find a podcast that can take some of the darkest and deadliest moments in human history and breathe new life into the subject whilst not sounding dead pan or sensationalist. Instead our host, who is clearly passionate and knowledgeable, guides us through the story as if he is reading us a great novel. Covering a range of interesting subject matter, if you enjoy history, thrillers and mysteries, this is an excellent podcast for you!
There is a depth to this show that is missing from a lot of others in this format. Really really enjoyable and shows a level of academic discipline
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Deep historical storytelling that blends meticulous research with cinematic narration, covering major events, biographies, and geopolitical turning points. Episodes frequently explore how past decisions shape present-day realities, with a clear emphasis on context, sources, and the human costs behind history. A standout quality is the single-host, documentary-style delivery that combines narrative drive with rigorous scholarship, often supported by sponsor integrations that illuminate media literacy and historical interpretation.
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