Robin Whelan

Judith Herrin, an expert in Late Antique and Byzantine Studies, joins Robin Whelan, who specializes in Mediterranean history, to discuss Arianism's fascinating journey through the 4th century. They explore how the Ostrogoths, Vandals, and Visigoths adopted this form of Christianity from Roman missionaries. The duo highlights the theological tensions ignited by Arius and the infamous Council of Nicaea, alongside Theoderic's role in a predominantly Catholic Italy. Their discussion unveils Arianism's shift from an orthodox view to a heretical status, impacting Christian history profoundly.

Dr. Robin Whelan, a historian specializing in late antique North African Christianity, shares fascinating insights about Christianity in Vandal Africa. He discusses the Vandals' capture of Carthage and their intricate relationship with the region's religious landscape. Whelan highlights the existence of multiple Christianities, revealing how local beliefs varied before imperial oversight. He explains the significance of theological debates, such as the Arian controversy, and how these shaped Vandal politics and identity in a turbulent era.