Tides of History

Explore the Persian perspective on the Greco-Persian Wars through newly discovered evidence, analyzing Herodotus's account, and understanding the Persian king's intentions. Discover the expansion of Persian Empire studies and the importance of primary sources. Challenge the idea of the wars being isolated events and delve into the continuous interaction between Persia, Sparta, and Athens.

This podcast discusses the rise of the Persian Empire, its expansion and enduring nature, the challenges it faced, its complex relationship with Greece, the conquest of Egypt, succession crises, Persian control in the Indus Valley and involvement in ancient Greece, and the troubled relationship between Persia and Greece.

Explore the forgotten kingdoms of Iron Age Anatolia, their rise and fall, and the cultural significance of the region. Discover the diverse and fragmented nature of Anatolia, the power struggles between different kingdoms, and the survival of Neo-Hittite states. Unravel the mysteries of the disappearance of Mike Williams, the relationships between Phrygia and Assyria, and the Hellenization of Lydia. Delve into the defeat of Cresis's army, the siege of Sardis, and the limited nature of historical knowledge.

Explore the archaeology of ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah with Professor Avraham Faust. Discover the significance of biblical tradition, hands-on experiences in biblical archaeology, integrating textual and archaeological evidence, interactions between ancient empires, and the impact of Imperial actions. Compare Babylonian and Assyrian destruction, analyze conquest strategies of ancient empires, and enjoy enlightening conversations with ad promotions for related content.

Welcome to "The Pursuit of Dadliness." This is a podcast for folks who want to enjoy their passions and their hobbies, whatever those might be, and genuinely strive to get better at doing stuff and more knowledgeable about the world around them. That, to me, is the essence of Dadliness. If you like tall wooden ships, smoked meats, remembering mediocre athletes of yesteryear, home gyms, comfortable sneakers, and much more, then subscribe now to "The Pursuit of Dadliness" wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Explore the rise of the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great, his conquests and territorial expansion. Learn about the stability and unity of the empire, as well as its negative portrayal in ancient Greek writings. Discover Cyrus's achievements in uniting the Zagros Mountains and Western Iranian Plateau. Delve into his expansion into Eastern Anatolia, conflicts with Assyrians and clashes with Lydia. Finally, learn about the fall of the Babylonian Empire and Cyrus's victory and restoration of the gods' statues.

Explore the fragmented state of Egypt in the Third Intermediate Period after the New Kingdom. Delve into the challenges of studying and understanding this period. Discover the power dynamics in Upper Egypt and the rise of the powerful priesthood of Amun. Learn about the Saite period and the unification of Egypt after the Assyrian invasion.

Explore the lesser-known empires of the Assyrians and Persians and their historical influence. Learn about the conquests, architecture, and cultural influence of the forgotten Neo-Babylonian Empire. Discover the downfall of the Assyrian Empire and the rise of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. Uncover the strategic vision, conflicts, and the destruction of Jerusalem. Delve into the Babylonian exile and its impact on Judah. Understand the differences between the Assyrian and Neo-Babylonian Empires and the emerging Persian influence.

The Persian Empire followed in the footsteps of the Assyrians and Babylonians, but it was a much different entity than its predecessors, and its founder - Cyrus the Great - deserves to be mentioned among history's most accomplished conquerors. Professor Matt Waters joins me to discuss Cyrus, the Persians, and the empires that shaped life for millions upon millions of people.Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit.ly/PWverge. And check out Patrick's new review podcast of the TV series Rome: https://bit.ly/PWromeListen to new episodes 1 week early, to exclusive seasons 1 and 2, and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/tidesofhistorySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's summertime, and I hope you're reading some great books. Dr. Keith Pluymers joins me once again to talk about one that you all might enjoy, by the historian Pekka Hamalainen - Indigenous Continent: The Epic Contest for North America.Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit.ly/PWverge. And check out Patrick's new review podcast of the TV series Rome: https://bit.ly/PWromeListen to new episodes 1 week early, to exclusive seasons 1 and 2, and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/tidesofhistorySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.