13min chapter

The Rest Is History cover image

183. History's Biggest Questions with Dan Carlin (Part 1)

The Rest Is History

CHAPTER

Perspectives in History: Civilizations and Counterfactuals

This chapter examines the historical narratives of Persian and Carthaginian cultures while critiquing the limitations of Greek records. It delves into the lives of ancient Egyptian rulers Akhenaten and Tutankhamen, exploring their significance and the implications of religious shifts. Additionally, the chapter engages in a counterfactual discussion about the possible consequences of a Confederate victory in the American Civil War on national identity and cultural divides.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode