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History of the Celts

Trevor Callahan
Second Punic War
Rome
Carthage
St. Patrick
First Punic War
Hannibal
Hannibal Barca
Cisalpine Gaul
Polybius
Celtic Mercenaries
Patreon
Battle Of Cannae
Ptolemaic Egypt
Irish Potato Famine
Christianity
Celtic Studies
The Celts, A Modern History
Quintus Fabius Maximus
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Roman Military

This podcast is a project by Trevor Callahan done to catalogue and present the History of the Celts from pre-history to modern times.

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Today's episode is an interview with Dr. Jennifer Paxton. Dr. Paxton is Associate Professor of History at the Catholic University of America. She is well known for her lecture series on the the Great Courses series which includes a partial inspiratio... more

This episode I interview Dr. Dorsey Armstrong. Dr. Armstrong is a professor of English at Perdue University. Her specific field of study is Medieval English Literature with a specific focus on the legend of King Arthur. Dr. Armstrong is also chief ed... more

This episode I discuss three battles that were steppingstones to the end of the Second Punic War. Baecula in Spain sent Hasdrubal Barca to Italy to attempt to aid his brother in taking control of Italy. Venusia was another loss for the Romans but the... more

This episode I discuss the beginning of Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus’ career. I start off with the final days of his Father, also named Publius Corneilus Scipio, and his Uncle, Gnaeus Cornelius Scipio, who were busy expanding Roman control over... more

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Dr. Ian Stewart
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Author of the book 'The Celts, A Modern History'
Episode: Episode 16: Hannibal's Crossing

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
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    Good show. Recommended

    Apple Podcasts
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    Joe362
    Canada2 years ago
  • Brief but recommended podcasts. Celtic history has been written and re-written from many perspectives, some suspect. This author provides honest, clear visions of Celtic history that I find refreshing; for example, he makes a clear case for a distinct Celt-type coined as Hallstatt Celts. Furthermore, the Celtic language(s) are among the few traces of evidence we have about Celtic history – to understand the linguistic nuances and primary sources, we gain a more solid foundation of knowledge. Fin... more

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    4
    daily walker
    United States3 years ago
  • Fresh visions of Celtic history

    Brief but recommended podcasts. Celtic history has been written and re-written from many perspectives, some suspect. This author provides honest, clear visions of Celtic history that I find refreshing; for example, he makes a clear case for a distinct Celt-type coined as Hallstatt Celts. Furthermore, the Celtic language(s) are among the few traces of evidence we have about Celtic history – to understand the linguistic nuances and primary sources, we gain a more solid foundation of knowledge. Fin... more

    Audible
    4
    daily walker
    United States3 years ago

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Interview Episode: Dr. Ian Stewart
Q: How did the modern idea of the Celts or the Celtic nations form during the period between the 1700s and the 1800s and even beyond?
The modern idea emerged from classical sources and was shaped by a mix of scholarly work in linguistics and nationalism, linked significantly to race and identity throughout the 19th century.
Interview Episode: Dr. Ian Stewart
Q: In researching and writing your book, The Celts of Modern History, what challenges did you face?
Some challenges included learning Celtic languages, understanding shifting ideas over time, and addressing the sensitivity around modern identities associated with the Celts.
Interview Episode: Dr. Ian Stewart
Q: How did you initially become interested in Celtic history or Celtic studies more broadly?
I became really interested in European history through undergraduate studies, although I wasn't initially interested in the Celts. My interest developed during my master's at King's College London and evolved into a focus on Celtic identity.

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A history-focused show that explores major conflicts, leaders, and turning points in ancient Britain and the Roman world, with a strong emphasis on the Second Punic War and its broader Mediterranean impact. Episodes thread together tactical battles, political maneuvering, and alliance dynamics to illuminate how Rome, Carthage, and Celtic polities shaped the era. Noteworthy is the consistent use of military analysis to ground historical narratives, along with accessible storytelling that appeals to both students and general history enthusiasts who enjoy strategic context and vivid battle scenes.

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