The History of Byzantium
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A podcast telling the story of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire from 476 AD to 1453. www.thehistoryofbyzantium.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 24, 2016 • 42min
Episode 96 - Shoulda
Why were the Bulgars so successful compared to their larger neighbour? We look at this question and the limitations of the Byzantine army on campaign as Nicephorus leads his men to their doom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2016 • 34min
Episode 95 - Coulda
Nicephorus turns his attention to the Balkans and begins settling colonists in the Peloponnese. His plans for Macedonia though are thwarted by the Bulgars. The Emperor organises a mass migration from Anatolia to Europe and reorganises the Themes and the finances of the state to make the new venture a success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 10, 2016 • 30min
Episode 94 - Woulda
The General Logothete Nicephorus becomes Emperor and embarks on a wide ranging programme of reform. In this episode we focus on relations with the Caliphate, Charlemagne and the clergy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 3, 2016 • 17min
Episode 93 - Recap and Precap
A reminder of where we've come from in the 8th century and where we are going in the 9th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 23, 2015 • 30min
Episode 92 - Questions III
I answer your questions about the Themes, the Khazars, China, daily life and blinding. I also update our Constantine acrostic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 21, 2015 • 28min
Episode 91 - An Interview with Author Vincent O'Reilly
An Interview with Paul Kastenellos (the pseudonym of author Vincent O'Reilly) about his two historical novels "Antonina - A Byzantine Slut" and "Count No Man Happy." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 16, 2015 • 36min
Episode 90 - The Roman Army in 800AD
I flesh out some details and answer your questions about the Roman army in 800AD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2015 • 34min
Episode 89 - The House of War
I present a fantasy narrative of a soldier's life during a raid in Cappadocia. The details are all taken from Byzantine sources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 22, 2015 • 15min
Episode 88 - More Thoughts on the Byzantine Republic by Anthony Kaldellis
More Thoughts on "The Byzantine Republic" and my interview with Anthony Kaldellis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2015 • 1h 17min
Episode 87 - The Byzantine Republic with Anthony Kaldellis
An interview with Professor Anthony Kaldellis about his book "The Byzantine Republic." It's a fascinating discussion about Byzantine political culture. He explores what the Romans really thought about their government and what all those rebellions really say about them. You will want to hear this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
