Chronicles of Ancient Greece

Mar 09 2025 9 ep. 27 mins 7

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Welcome to Chronicles of Ancient Greece, the podcast where we dive into the fascinating, bloody, and unpredictable world of the Mediterranean. From the rise and fall of city-states to the gods and heroes who shaped the world, we explore both the myths and real events that defined the Western world, including the Trojan War, Alexander the Great, or the rise of great philosophers. Ready for epic drama? Tune in! Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/historypodcaster.bsky.social Follow on Instagram: https://shorturl.at/tkEsP

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05.05 - Somebody get this man some GPS

Mar 09 2025 24 mins

This week, the journey gets even more confusing, as Odysseus and his crew, instead of sailing straight back to Ithaca, start criss crossing the entire Mediterranean and apparently also the underworld. Odysseus' crew also show their animalistic side. Literally. Meanwhile, our hero stays with a witch for a year and fathers a child with her.Does he even want to get home? Follow on

05.04 - Aftermath of the Trojan War

Mar 02 2025 25 mins

This week, Odysseus is going to mess with a Cyclops. Spoiler Alert: That's a really really bad idea. Oh, and also: What's in the bag?!

05.03 - Please, DO look that gift horse in the mouth!

Feb 23 2025 29 mins

In this episode, we'll take a loot at the climactic events of the Trojan War. The famous duel between Hector and Achilles, what Achilles does once Hector is defeated, how Achilles meets his own downfall when Paris exploits his, well, Achilles' heel, and what role a giant wooden horse plays in all of this. Plus: What evidence is there for the existence of the city of Troy and how ha

05.02. - Like, are they friends?!

Feb 19 2025 25 mins

We're back! This time we'll dive into the nitty gritty of the Trojan War. How the war itself could have been ended after it had barely begun, how the Amazons made even Achilles think twice, and how not to deal with disgruntled warriors. Especially the prideful ones. Also, we'll talk about the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus and how different times have put their spin on

05.01. - The Wedding that launched a thousand ships

Feb 09 2025 25 mins

Welcome back to Chronicles of Ancient Greece!In this episode, we explore the origins of the Trojan War, from the golden apple that sparked a divine rivalry and the oath that bound Greece’s greatest warriors to a decade-long conflict to the beginning of hostilities.Meet the key figures, both mortal and divine, whose choices shaped one of the most enduring legends of the ancient wo

04 - Bronze, Blood, and Bureaucracy

Feb 02 2025 25 mins

This week, we trade in Minoan frescoes for Mycenaean fortresses, diving into the gritty rise of the Mycenaean civilization—where kings ruled with bronze swords in one hand and bureaucratic tablets in the other. From Cyclopean walls that made invaders think twice, to Linear B scribes who documented everything from chariot wheels to goat debts, the Mycenaeans were as much about pa

03 - When in doubt, build a labyrinth

Jan 26 2025 34 mins

In this episode of Chronicles of Ancient Greece, we journey to Crete, the heart of the Minoan civilization, one of the most vibrant and mysterious cultures of the Aegean Bronze Age. We explore their stunning palaces, vibrant frescoes, and advanced society while uncovering the myths that intertwine with history—most famously, the tale of the Minotaur and the labyrinth. From bustl

02 - Islands and Marble

Jan 19 2025 35 mins

Episode 2 dives deep into the Cycladic culture, looking at the Geography of islands like Santorini, Naxos, and Mykonos. We look at different areas of living in the Cycladic islands during the Early Bronze Age and we follow the myth of the Cycladic's most famous art: the marble figurines. Plus, we take a look at what a typical day looked like for the inhabitants of the Cyclades

01 - What came before

Jan 12 2025 24 mins

Welcome to Chronicles of Ancient Greece, the podcast that explores the histories, myths, and legacies of Ancient Greece! In our debut episode, we journey back to the prehistoric Aegean, exploring the geography, early farming innovations, domestication of animals, and the Neolithic Revolution that transformed human life. Discover how early societies laid the groundwork for the grea