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History of Modern Greece

Daniel Roberts
Byzantine Empire
Constantinople
Genghis Khan
Crusades
Second Crusade
Mongolian Empire
Latin Empire
Fourth Crusade
Jin Dynasty
Crusaders
Jerusalem
Fifth Crusade
John Of Brienne
Beijing
Nicaea
Holy Roman Empire
Silk Road
Khwarezmian Empire
Hagia Sophia
Ottoman Empire

The History of Modern Greece covers the events of the Greek People from the fall of Constantinople in 1453 to the Greek War of Independence in 1821-1832, to the modern day. We are a father and son team. We are not historians, but we are hardcore fans of history. We embarked on a mission to understand exactly how the Ancient Greek civilization transformed into the modern nation we see today. To pre... more

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John V Palaiologos finally returned to Constantinople after being rescued from Venetian detention by his loyal son Manuel, who raised money in Thessalonica, sold his own possessions, and even offered himself as a hostage when the funds proved insuffi... more

In this episode we move away from the collapse of Constantinople, and the rise of the Ottomans, and see exactly why France and England were nowhere to be seen. For centuries, the French and English were championed crusaders, and now they were fightin... more

In this episode, we cover the emperor's journey to Rome, where he finally bends the knee to the Pope and converts to Catholicism. This was a gamble, for he risked alienating his people by converting to the faith of those who sacked Constantinople in ... more

The Savoyard Crusade of 1366 was a late-medieval military expedition led by Amadeus VI, known as the "Green Count," to assist his cousin, the Byzantine Emperor John V Palaiologos. Amadeus successfully recaptured the strategic fortress of Gallipoli fr... more

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Daniel Roberts
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George Roberts
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Format was challenging

    While I liked the ambitious range of topics explored, I did not enjoy the delivery. Too much time was taken up in side-bars and imagined hypotheticals which made the narrative feel choppy.

    Audible
    2
    Roy
    United States20 days ago
  • Just what I need

    Thank you for a thorough podcast, just what I was looking for - thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZantE_MA
    Australia2 years ago
  • Very good but not quite as advertised

    The description of the podcast says it will cover from the fall of Constantinople through the Greco Turkish War in 1923

    However they start much earlier and go over many of the major players (mostly) during the Byzantine or Eastern Roman period

    Fortunately they deliver an interesting and well prepared podcast very well and should be humming along for awhile since they’re up to the second crusade as of mid April 2024

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TJwheelie
    United States2 years ago
  • Great storytelling of history

    This podcast is a gem. They do a great job of identifying the underlying issues that influenced historical figures and put historical events into context. Their passion for learning and good storytelling comes through in every episode. I highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheIncredibleHawk
    United States2 years ago
  • Brilliant, knowledgeable podcast

    Thank you for this podcast, just what I needed during my long morning drives to work.

    Very informative, concise and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kosmokanat
    Australia3 years ago

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Great chemistry between father and son enhances listening experience.
A few episodes occasionally go broad beyond promised scope, but remain engaging.
Strong storytelling with vivid descriptions and geography context.
The hosts are clearly passionate and knowledgeable.
Accessible storytelling makes dense history approachable.

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151: Season Six Introduction: The Death of Byzantium
Q: What was your biggest surprise in learning about these historical events?
George found it surprising how little he knew about the events surrounding the fall of Constantinople and all the different factions involved.
151: Season Six Introduction: The Death of Byzantium
Q: Was there anything about the Mongol Empire's impact that surprised you?
The proximity of the Mongols to Greece and how close they came to potentially wiping Greece out in the 1250s was shocking.
141: The Empire in Nicaea: Part Three: Saint John Vatatzes the Merciful
Q: Do you think that the Huns, when they were living in the Hungarian plain and were suddenly faced off against the Mongolians, they saw the irony?
The discussion is speculative, suggesting that perhaps they were not aware of their past due to the passage of eight hundred years.
141: The Empire in Nicaea: Part Three: Saint John Vatatzes the Merciful
Q: So dad, what do you think? Was it pity or mischief that got Theodore released from prison?
The release of Theodore was likely due to mischief rather than pity, as the speaker suggests that releasing him would destabilize the despotate of Epirus.
138: The Mongolians: Part Three: The Golden Khan
Q: So, Daniel, is there like a border between the Song and the Jin? Like maybe, I don't know, a mountain range or a river or something?
Yes, there is a big river that goes right through China in the middle.

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This series centers on historical events shaping Greece from late antiquity to the formation of the modern Greek state, with a father–son hosting duo delivering approachable, conversation-driven history. Episodes blend vivid storytelling with clear contextual explanations—often linking political drama, diplomacy, warfare, and environmental factors to the broader arc of Greek history. A standout is the personable dynamic between hosts, which makes dense material feel accessible, and the frequent emphasis on geography and regional power dynamics that helps listeners visualize events. The show's strengths likely appeal to engaged history buffs, educated general listeners, and anyone curious about how past empires and identities evolved into mo... more

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