
Conversations with experts in the history of Byzantium and surrounding fields, hosted by Anthony Kaldellis.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 152 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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A conversation with Alessandra Bucossi (Ca' Foscari University) on the preoccupation with heresy in the twelfth century, which resulted in the production of a number of massive anti-heretical treatises. We discuss the historical context of their prod... more
A conversation with Marica Cassis (University of Calgary) about the archaeological study of the east Roman world and how it interfaces with traditional, text-based historiography. What can archaeology see and what not? What challenges has it faced to... more
A conversation with Alicia Walker (Bryn Mawr College) on the pseudo-Arabic inscriptions (or pseudo-kufic) that appear on a number of tenth- and eleventh-century churches in Greece, most notably at the monastery of Hosios Loukas. What did the Arabic s... more
A conversation with Kevin van Bladel (Yale University) on his proposal regarding "The Classical Near East," a constellation of fields defined by the classical literary traditions of medieval Near Eastern cultures, including Byzantium. We talk about l... more
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This is a fantastic public service. It makes cutting edge academic research on Late Roman topics available to anyone who cares to listen. Fascinating podcast.
I’ve been listening for years now although I’m neither an academic nor particularly interested in Byzantium compared to other cultures. But this is so good to listen to, I’ve been a regular for years
I have personally met with Professor Kaldellis, and I really respect him for his contributions to the field. His expansion of Byzantine studies to wider audiences through new mediums has greatly influenced both me and countless others interested in the subject. As a result, I predictably became invested in Byzantium and Friends and have been listening for quite a while now.
Unfortunately, I have come to realize that Kaldellis’ podcast represents a larger issue present in contemporary academia. ... more
Love this podcast. Excellent scholarship, presented without pretention.
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This podcast features in-depth conversations with experts in Byzantine history and related disciplines, providing an extensive exploration of ancient Mediterranean themes. With a focus on topics ranging from economic structures and cultural practices in the Roman Empire to the nuances of early Christian history and interactions between different societies, it offers rich insights into the complexities of historical narratives. The discussions cover both well-known events and often overlooked aspects of Byzantium, connecting past societal issues with contemporary perspectives, appealing to both scholars and history enthusiasts alike.
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Recent guests on Byzantium & Friends include:
1. Marica Cassis
2. Alicia Walker
3. Kevin van Bladel
4. Jana Matuszak
5. Petra Goedegebuure
6. Kim Bowes
7. Aaron Butts
8. Ellen Muehlberger
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