
A podcast dedicated to the history of Persia, and the great empires that ruled there beginning with the Achaemenid Empire of Cyrus the Great and the foundation of an imperial legacy that directly impacted ancient civilizations from Rome to China, and everywhere in between. Join me as we explore the cultures, militaries, religions, successes, and failures of some of the greatest empires of the anci... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 203 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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During the Third Syrian War, Seleucus II Callinicus discovered treachery. His younger brother, Antiochus Hierax and their royal relatives in Anatolia attempted to usurp the throne. Seleucus was forced to make a hasty peace with Ptolemy III and return... more
With Babylonia and the Seleucis of Syria under Ptolemaic occupation, it's entirely possible that the only thing that saved Seleucus II was an Egyptian famine. Free to go on the offensive, Seleucus turned the tide of the Third Syrian War.
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Antiochus II Theos was dead and his wives, Laodike and Berenike, were both trying to get their sons on the Seleucid throne. Both sides called on their relatives, the Achaeids and Ptolemies, to plunder and retake the vulnerable Empire.
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We take a break from the Seleucids to discuss their western neighbors: Egypt under Ptolemy II and Macedon under Antigonus II.
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The Persians are often treated as antagonists to Greeks, Romans or Byzantines so it is awesome to get the story from the Persian perspective. The host does a good job of being both accessible and detailed. I am looking forward to when he finally gets to the Sassanids.
Gender is a social construct. According to the learned scholar, so thought the ancients. After all, the Egyptians wore makeup and skirts. Therefore, they and the Persians were down the LGPTQIA++++++++, and if you don’t agree, you’re a transphobe. Oh dear you don’t want to be called a nasty name, do you? So his thesis seems to be if it’s good enough for the ancients, it should be good enough for us. Fair enough. So we should bring back slavery, right? All ancient cultures practiced it. Carthage p... more
About 10 or 15 ep.s deep and I already love it
Lots of great knowledge and insight if you like history
Upping from 4 to 5 stars because I really enjoy the exploration of mythology in the recent episodes! Trevor’s love for this subject really shows through lately after it waned during the Alexander episodes.
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Exploring the rich tapestry of Persian history, this podcast engrosses listeners in the narratives of legendary empires, beginning from the Achaemenid Empire and extending its reach to the influences felt across ancient Rome, China, and beyond. The content includes thorough discussions on various facets of these empires, including their cultures, militaries, and religious landscapes, offering insights into both their triumphs and tribulations.
Listeners can expect a thoughtful examination of historical events, highlighting the political intrigues, familial relationships in royal dynasties, and the major conflicts that shaped the ancient world. The engaging storytelling style, combined with deep research, makes this a valuable resource for ... more
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