The ’’Greats’’ of History

Episode 11: Darius I, Part 2

So Darius managed to become King of Kings. Now what? Let's find out, and while we are at it, we'll take a look back at the meaning and importance of the Persian Empire. (P.S. Get over yourself, Greece.)

Episode 10: Darius I

Confession time: I didn't want to do this one. Have a listen to find out why. (Oh, and I am glad I did.)

Bonus Episode: Three New Things I've Learned About Ramesses II

I have a few new things about Ramesses II to share since his episode aired a little while back. Have a listen, and let's keep learning together. After all, Ramesses would expect, or even demand, that we keep paying attention to him. 

Episode 9: Cyrus II, part 2

Let's find out what Cyrus is up to. Spoiler alert: it's a lot, and much more than simple conquest and martial glory. 

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Episode 8: Cyrus II, part 1

The successors of Nebuchadnezzar weren't quite up to the task; Neo-Babylonians might be in trouble. But there is about to be a new, new sheriff in town. Time to say hello to the Persians. 

Bonus Episode: Three New Things I've Learned About Thutmose III

Because learning a few new things about Sargon of Akkad was so much fun, I thought I would explore whether or not there were any fun new facts about Thutmose III that we could uncover together. Turns out, there are! 

Episode 7: Nebuchadnezzar II, part 2

Let's spend some time with a ruler who preferred hanging out at home to marching on campaign, and who built what might be the greatest city in human history. 

Episode 6: Nebuchadnezzar II, part 1

Let's meet and, hopefully, say goodbye to one of the most terrifying civilizations in human history. While we're at it, let's track the rise of someone who might just be the greatest builder in the ancient world. 

Bonus Episode: Three New Things I've Learned About Sargon of Akkad

Just because we have already published an episode about Sargon, does not mean we've stopped learning about him. In fact, I wanted to share three new things that I have learned since his episode aired. These serve as an extension of the episode about our first "Great" in this series. He lived more than four millennia ago, but his story is still being written.