
From the first human civilizations to the Hellenistic and Roman eras
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 180 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

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Synopsis: Shulgi and his successors face major challenges to Ur III rule, including Amorite attacks, Sumerian rivals, and a newly-emboldened Shimashki.
“The god Enlil granted to Shu-Sin a long lifespan, a crown and tiara, a scepter ... more
Synopsis: The Proto-Elamite horizon sparked innovation and trade throughout Iran and Central Asia, and its collapse saw the emergence of numerous “secondary states”. Toward the end of the Third Millennium BC, the dominant polity east of the Zagros wa... more
Synopsis: Ur-Namma unifies Sumer and ejects the Elamites. His son, King Shulgi, designs a new empire and begins a push for Zagros domination.
“The trustworthy shepherd, king, the sword of Sumer, Ur-Namma, the king of the Land, was taken to the …hous... more
Synopsis: With the fall of the Old Kingdom, power devolves to the various nomes. The Herakleopolitan House of Khety extends control over most of Egypt before eventually being defeated and deposed by the rival House of Thebes.
“I took care of the tow... more
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Great pod on Elam. Thanks, Scott!
The perfect podcast for me as I love ancient history
I have listened over and over to many episodes as Scott is so informative.
I spend the winter outside USA due to burnt home and inability to camp - this is what keeps me sane nightly where ever I might be so appreciated
Great pod on Sumer. Thanks!
Great pods on the end of the Old Kingdom in Egypt. Thanks, Scott!
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The show centers on ancient civilizations from early Mesopotamia to classical eras, delivering in-depth histories, cultural context, and the people, places, and events that shaped the ancient world. Episodes often weave together political power, monumental building projects, legal and administrative reforms, and the connections between different cultures, with rich maps, sources, and narrative color. A standout is the host's thorough research paired with a distinctive, engaging delivery—it's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy detailed historical storytelling with constant reference points to sources and artifacts. The format tends to blend narrative with scholarly context, and the show frequently covers lesser-known topics alongside we... more
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