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Well That Aged Well

Well that Aged Well
World War I
World War II
Roman Empire
Mongol Empire
Christianization
Byzantium
Poland
Crusades
Christianity
Eastern Roman Empire
First Crusade
Dante's Inferno
Soviet Union
Napoleon Bonaparte
Indian Army
Ottoman Empire
Holocaust
Vietnam War
Japan
Mongol Invasion

In this podcast we interview historians about new topics every week ranging from Ancient Rome to pre historic era to modern history. I myself am not an academic but I always been fascinated by history and always enjoy learning about it. I am trying to make history fun and enjoyable and hopefully you will learn smomething too. New episodes coming out every week on "Well That Aged Well". With "Erlen... more

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THIS WEEK! We take a look at Ancient Egypt. If you are not as familiar as you would like to be on Ancient Egyptian times we got you covered: What period do we consider Ancient Egypt? Can we compare ancient Egyptian territory to modern Egypt? What abo... more

THIS WEEK! We are once again joined by Michael Bonner. And we discuss Iranian history, of the late Antiquity: The Sassanian Empire. The Sassanid Empire would rival the Eastern Roman Empire until the conquesst of Islam. However what do we actually kno... more

THIS WEEK! We are once again joined by Adrian Murdoch. In 79 AD Vesuvius exploded, and destroyed Pompeii. But another town also perrished that faithful night. That was The Town of Herculaneum. And this week this small town is our topic. From the lone... more

THIS WEEK! We are once again, joined by Daniel Maynard from "Eastern Roman History." And this time we discuss "Misconceptions About The Byzantine Empire". Did they really call themselves "Byzantines?", And were they really these "Lazy Greeks", who Ca... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Bonner
Historian of Iranian history
University of Oxford (implied by expertise in the field)
Episode: Episode 271: The Sassanid Empire. With Michael Bonner
Adrian Murdoch
Author of Echoes of Ash, Life in Herculaneum
Episode: Episode 270: Herculaneum: The Other Pompeii. With Adrian Murdoch
Daniel Maynard
Historian and host of the Eastern Roman Empire History YouTube channel
Eastern Roman Empire History (YouTube)
Episode: Episode 269: Misconceptions About The Byzantine Empire. With Eastern Roman History
Lindsay Powell
Historian and author discussed in the episode
Episode: Episode 267: Augustus: Rise Of An Emperor Part 1. With Lindsay Powell
Brian A. Catlos
Author of Kingdom of Faith, A New History of Islamic Spain
Author, historian
Episode: Episode 266: Islamic Spain. With Brian Catlos
Josiah Osgood
Historian, Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: Episode 264: The Height Of The Roman Republic. With Josiah Osgood
Anders Gjøstvedt Kjøstvedt
Historian guest discussing the Fall Of The Third Reich and Operation Barbarossa
Episode: Episode 262: The Fall Of The Third Reich. Part 4 With Anders G. Kjøstvedt
Anders G. Kjøstvedt
Historian and guest expert on Nazi Germany and World War II
Independent historian
Episode: Episode 261: The Third Reich At War. Part 3. With Anders. G. Kjøstvedt
Anders G. Kjødstvedt
Norwegian historian, author of The Third Reich (Norwegian edition)
Norwegian academic (teacher education, history didactics)
Episode: Episode 259: The Rise Of The Third Reich. Part 1. With Anders G. Kjødstvedt

Host

Erlend Hedegart
Host of Well That Aged Well

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • canonically, no notes

    Super funny podcast that explores and dissects the movies of my youth. Being the same age as Erika and Paul, I get all the references and every episode has been like a warm Hilarious hug.

    Audible
    5
    KoontzFan21
    United States4 months ago
  • Super funny podcast that explores and dissects the movies of my youth. Being the same age as Erika and Paul, I get all the references and every episode has been like a warm Hilarious hug.

    Audible
    5
    KoontzFan21
    United States4 months ago
  • Would be better if the host didn't interrupt all the time.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    OSCAR ORO
    8 months ago
  • I love listening to them talk about the movies of my youth. it gives me a new look at them, and helps me decide whether or not to show my kids my childhood faves. we usually do, and it leads to some interesting conversations. keep up the good work!

    Audible
    5
    Tali Mullins
    United States2 years ago
  • I love this podcast!

    I love listening to them talk about the movies of my youth. it gives me a new look at them, and helps me decide whether or not to show my kids my childhood faves. we usually do, and it leads to some interesting conversations. keep up the good work!

    Audible
    5
    Tali Mullins
    United States2 years ago

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The show covers a wide range of historical topics with depth and accessibility.
The host is a strong interviewer and brings out thoughtful insights from historians.
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Guests are knowledgeable and the discussions feel deeply researched.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 255: The Last Tsar. With Tsuyoshi Hasegawa
Q: what were the crucial missed opportunities for reform throughout his reign?
Opportunities included the 1905 October Manifesto with the Duma, the wartime leadership decisions during World War I, and the August 1915 shift away from constitutional reform, all of which could have redirected Russia's political trajectory but were not pursued.
Episode 255: The Last Tsar. With Tsuyoshi Hasegawa
Q: if Nicholas II had adopted a constitutional monarchy, would Russia have avoided the revolutions?
The guest suggests that a constitutional framework might have delayed or altered the revolutions, but much would depend on wartime leadership, how reform was implemented, and whether key institutions like the Duma could gain legitimacy and public confidence.
Episode 255: The Last Tsar. With Tsuyoshi Hasegawa
Q: what inspired you to write this book in the first place?
The author wanted to explore a uniquely rapid abdication and the surrounding social-political dynamics, arguing that the five-day crisis reveals how a modern state could collapse when autocracy clashes with modernization and wartime pressures.
Episode 249: Drunk History. With Aaron T. White
Q: What draws you to history and how do you relate it to the present day?
The guest emphasizes that history is about patterns and echoes rather than exact repetition, and that understanding historical dynamics helps illuminate current events and political behavior.
Episode 248: Mathew Restall Returns: Misconceptions About The Aztec Empire
Q: What is the reality behind the Serpent Queen myth?
The Serpent Queen nickname originated from posthumous Revolutionary propaganda and sensationalist literature, but modern scholarship views many accusations as exaggerated or unfounded, recognizing Catherine's competence as a diplomat and political actor.

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What is Well That Aged Well about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features in-depth conversations with historians and authors about a wide range of historical periods, from ancient empires to modern conflicts. Episodes tend to center on new books, unique case studies, and often overlooked angles within well-trodden histories, delivered through a casual, interview-driven format. A recurring strength is bringing complex historical topics to a curious audience with accessible explanations and thoughtful questions, sometimes exploring how narrative biases shape our understanding of the past. The show's uncut, unedited presentation adds a sense of immediacy and authenticity, which can appeal to listeners who value candor and thoroughness over polish. Potential listeners who enjoy well-researched hist... more

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2. Adrian Murdoch
3. Daniel Maynard
4. Lindsay Powell
5. Brian A. Catlos
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