The Alexander Standard

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Reviewing, rating, and ranking all the successors of Alexander the Great from Perdiccas to Cleopatra VII. Each episode, Dustin tells the story of a successor to Meredith, then together they score them in 5 categories. But who will meet the Alexander Standard? Inspired by the Rex Factor podcast. Email us at [email protected]. Join us on Facebook (The Alexander Standard Podcast) or Instagram (@alexanderstandardpod), Twitter (@AlexStandardPod).

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Interview with Alex Lyras

Apr 13 2024 51 mins  
While we're all waiting for Ptolemy pt. 2, Dustin had the chance to sit down with actor, writer, and producer Alex Lyras and discuss his new play, "Aristotle/Alexander." Want to hear discussions of ancient and modern political thought? How about ancient gender and sexuality? Maybe even philosophical shenanigans? Or Dustin saying "wonderful" and "indeed" over and over. If the answer

Part One: Ptolemy Soter

Mar 23 2024 74 mins  
As David Lee Roth once said, "It's not whether you win or lose, it's how good you looked doing it!" Actually his dad said that, but we're pretty sure he learned it from Ptolemy! This guy is the wizard behind the curtain, even if we have no wizards and no curtains. Plus, he'll really teach you how to beef up your résumé. Come hear part one of the story of Ptolemy Soter! Sources: h

Part Two: Demetrius the Besieger of Cities

Feb 14 2024 72 mins  
Valentine's Day is all about being with that special person in your life. But if you're Demetrius, then it's the special four, five, or even six people in your life; that is, until your own people defect to some rando and kick you out of your own country because they hate you and then you have to go back on the run and get lost in Asia until your get captured by your own stepson (w

Part One: Demetrius the Besieger of Cities

Jan 30 2024 76 mins  
Demetrius is what you would call a "Beautiful Disaster." He was supposedly quite beautiful, but he was definitely a disaster. Trust us, however hard you've ever partied, Demetrius partied harder. But don't worry, we also take a detailed look at Demetrius' love life. Also, today's episode features SEVERAL guest stars, including Pontifacts, Tsar Power, Queens Podcast, Prime Time, and

Antipater I and AlexanderV

Dec 24 2023 48 mins  
So you thought Philip IV had a sad reign? Well buckle up, Buttercup, because Antipater I and Alexander V have more issues than the London Gazette! Plus, Nic and Paige join us once more to hear this terrible tale. So, trade in your bread sticks for knives, because everybody in this family is dying! Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Alexander

Philip IV

Dec 08 2023 59 mins  
Can you imagine your dad planning in anticipation of your death? Philip IV can. Also, for today’s episode we are joined by our dear friends, Nic and Paige! Come learn a “possum fact!!” Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Alexander Standard Podcast Instagram @alexanderstandardpod Twitter @AlexStandardPod Email: Alexanderstandardpod@gmail

Cassander

Nov 20 2023 86 mins  
It’s CASSANDER!!!!! Apparently he did stuff… maybe… We do know he was there, somewhere, and there was some hubbub between him and Olympias. Oh but there’s also cannibalism and the last food delivery service you’ll ever sign up for! Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Alexander Standard Podcast Instagram @alexanderstandardpod Twitter

Halloween Special

Oct 31 2023 18 mins  
Dustin reads some ancient ghost stories! Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Alexander Standard Podcast Instagram @alexanderstandardpod Twitter @AlexStandardPod Email: [email protected] Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/alexstandardpod.bsky.social

Part Two: Antigonus the One Eyed

Sep 30 2023 69 mins  
It’s part 2 of Antigonus the One-Eyed! Double your pleasure, double your fun, Antigonus’ horse says he weighs a ton! In today’s episode is a plot twist fit for a king! Plus father and son fight over the same woman! Technical difficulties and a surprise cameo from someone you thought was long gone! Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Ale

Part One: Antigonus the One-Eyed

Sep 04 2023 70 mins  
Antigonus the One-Eyed was a big man, so big in fact that his story couldn’t be contained in a single episode. In part one we learn all about Antigonus’ parenting style, horrible dad jokes, and we finally, FINALLY deal with those pesky Silver Shields. Plus, Meredith regrets being an organ donor. Sources: https://alexanderstandardpod.weebly.com/sources.html Facebook: The Alexand