Podcast
The History of Byzantium
Hosted by thehistoryofbyzantium@gmail.com · EN
A podcast telling the story of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire from 476 AD to 1453. www.thehistoryofbyzantium.com
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Episode 350 - Questions XIX
4w ago00:39:51Tap to summarizeI answer your questions about where the Romans got their gold from, how Romania ended up with a Romance language, Byzantine games of polo and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 349 - Questions XVIII
Apr 1500:26:01Tap to summarizeI answer your questions about the Secret History, eunuchs, the Doukas name, the Byzantine crown, the Crown of Thorns and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 348 - Trebizond! Part Two
Apr 900:47:28Tap to summarizeWe explore the history of Trebizond under the Grand Komnenoi. Today I cover the period from 1297-1453.The music for these episodes comes from the brilliant Youtube channel of Farya Faraji. Farya is a musicologist who collaborates with traditional musicians around the world to present music from different cultures on his channel, with an emphasis on authenticity and accurate cultural representation. This track is called Trapezuntine - Epic Byzantine Music. You can buy his music here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 347 - Trebizond! Part One
Mar 3100:41:00Tap to summarizeWe explore the history of Trebizond under the Grand Komnenoi. Today I cover the period from 1204-1297.The music for these episodes comes from the brilliant Youtube channel of Farya Faraji. Farya is a musicologist who collaborates with traditional musicians around the world to present music from different cultures on his channel, with an emphasis on authenticity and accurate cultural representation. This track is called Trapezuntine - Epic Byzantine Music. You can buy his music here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 346 - What If?
Mar 2400:39:05Tap to summarizeI tackle your counter factual questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 345 - The Immortal Emperor
Mar 1700:27:18Tap to summarizeDid you hear that Constantine XI didn't die? That he was taken below ground by an angel and will one day return. We explore all the myths which attached themselves to the final Roman Emperor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 344 - Cold Case: Constantine XI
Mar 1001:06:30Tap to summarizeI investigate the death of the Emperor Constantine XI. What happened to him on the last day of his life? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 343 - The End of Crusading and the Third Rome
Mar 200:22:48Tap to summarizeWe look at the reaction to the fall of Constantinople in Venice, Rome and Russia. And briefly discuss those who claimed descent from Constantine XI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Intelligent Speech conference this Saturday
Feb 2500:01:49Tap to summarizeWhat if Belisarius had accepted the Goths offer and become the Western Roman Emperor in 540AD? This is one scenario I will be discussing on Saturday at the Intelligent Speech Conference. Use the code Byzantium to get 10% off your ticket https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Episode 342 - The Roman Diaspora
Feb 2300:28:40Tap to summarizeWe look at the fate of the Roman people after 1453. Many were enslaved while others searched desperately for loved ones. Those who adapted quickly to Ottoman rule could gain great wealth. While some fled to the West. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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