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Tides of History

Tides of History

350 Episodes • By Wondery / Patrick Wyman • wondery.com/shows/tides-of-histo...
Everywhere around us are echoes of the past. Those echoes define the boundaries of states and countries, how we pray and how we fight. They determine what money we spend and how we earn it at work, what language we speak and how we raise our children. From Wondery, host Patrick Wyman, PhD (“Fall Of ...more
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Henry V, the Greatest Medieval King: Interview with Dan Jones
Henry V of England was the archetypal medieval king,... more
Oct 3 2024 1h 1m
Reevaluating Henry V's Reign
Chapter 1 12 mins
Henry V
Chapter 2 11 mins
Royal Education
Chapter 3 9 mins
Royal Sons and Medieval Parenting
Chapter 4 9 mins
Agincourt
Chapter 5 9 mins
Perception of Sociopathic Kingship
Chapter 6 10 mins
Henry V's Literary Interests and Writing
Chapter 7 2 mins
Empire City
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Issus, Gaugamela, and Alexander's Conquest of Persia
It took Alexander just three years to effectively co... more
Sep 26 2024 37m
Macedonian-Persian War Strategy
Chapter 1 5 mins
The Impact of Alexander the Great
Chapter 2 11 mins
The Battle of Issus
Chapter 3 13 mins
Alexander's Strategic Conquests in Phoenicia
Chapter 4 11 mins
The Battle of Gaugamela
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Listen Now - Criminal Attorney
Paul Bergrin is a hotshot criminal defense attorney ... more
Sep 23 2024 7m
Gang Enforcement in Newark
Chapter 1 6 mins
Criminal Attorney
Chapter 2 46 sec
Tough Choice Ahead
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The Fascinating History of Gladiators: Interview with Alexander Mariotti
Gladiators are one of the most enduring symbols of t... more
Sep 19 2024 58m
Gladiator Life and Rivalries
Chapter 1 12 mins
The Legacy of Gladiators
Chapter 2 3 mins
Reevaluating Gladiators in History
Chapter 3 13 mins
The Economic Decline of Gladiatorial Combat
Chapter 4 7 mins
Evolution of Gladiatorial Combat
Chapter 5 6 mins
Gladiators in Roman Society
Chapter 6 7 mins
Training and Culture of Gladiators
Chapter 7 12 mins
Cinematic Depictions of Gladiators
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Alexander the Great Invades Persia
Alexander wasn't yet "The Great" when he invaded the... more
Sep 12 2024 38m
Understanding Alexander's Impact and Context
Chapter 1 5 mins
Alexander the Great and His Legacy
Chapter 2 4 mins
Alexander's Conquests and Contingencies
Chapter 3 11 mins
Alexander's Ambitious Invasion of Persia
Chapter 4 12 mins
Greek Soldiers in Persian Empire
Chapter 5 8 mins
Alexander's Bravery and Tactical Savvy
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Listen Now: Empire City
At a time when we’re debating where policing is goin... more
Sep 9 2024 8m
Exploring Police Museum's History Through Curator
Chapter 1 7 mins
The Dark History of the NYPD
Chapter 2 55 sec
Uncovering the NYPD's Past Through Newspapers
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The Assassination of Philip and the Rise of Alexander the Great
Philip of Macedonia was a towering figure, and if he... more
Sep 5 2024 37m
The Rise of Alexander's Father
Chapter 1 7 mins
Alexander the Great
Chapter 2 10 mins
Alexander's Legacy
Chapter 3 5 mins
Philip's Murder and Alexander's Rise
Chapter 4 5 mins
Alexander's Expansion and Diplomacy
Chapter 5 12 mins
Alexander's Campaign Against the Illyrians
Chapter 6 57 sec
Piper Alpha Oil Rig Tragedy
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Elite Networks, Mafia Families, and the Rise of Rome: Interview with Professor Nicola Terrenato
When we think of the rise of Rome, our usual image i... more
Aug 29 2024 53m
Social Factionalism in Roman History
Chapter 1 11 mins
The Origins of Roman Expansion
Chapter 2 7 mins
Roman Factionalism and Political Realism
Chapter 3 9 mins
Self-Interest and Political Dynamics
Chapter 4 16 mins
Elite Interactions in Roman Expansion
Chapter 5 12 mins
The Role of Elite Families
Chapter 6 52 sec
Tides of History Podcast Production
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Philip the One-Eye and the Macedonian Conquest of Greece
We all know the name of Alexander the Great, but his... more
Aug 22 2024 42m
Philip II
Chapter 1 4 mins
Ancient Battle Strategies and Audible Books
Chapter 2 6 mins
Philip II
Chapter 3 7 mins
Expansion of Philip's Macedonian Empire
Chapter 4 12 mins
Philip II and Thracian Expansion
Chapter 5 4 mins
Macedonian Expansion and Athenian Resistance
Chapter 6 10 mins
Alexander's Early Life and Military Education
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Philip the One-Eye and the Rise of Macedonia
For most of the history of ancient Greece, Macedonia... more
Aug 15 2024 38m
Succession Crisis Leads to Unexpected Change
Chapter 1 5 mins
Revolutionary Young Soldier in Macedonia
Chapter 2 14 mins
The Rise of Macedonia
Chapter 3 9 mins
Macedonia's Political Turmoil and Power Struggles
Chapter 4 13 mins
Philip's Rise to Power in Macedonia
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Italy Before Rome: Interview with Dr. Kathryn Lomas
What was Italy like during the period of Rome's rise... more
Aug 8 2024 1h
Political Concepts in Ancient Italy
Chapter 1 14 mins
Unveiling Rome's Early History
Chapter 2 6 mins
Exploring Roman History Through Sources
Chapter 3 9 mins
Romans and Etruscans
Chapter 4 6 mins
Rome's Rise to Dominance in Italy
Chapter 5 15 mins
Cultural Identities in Ancient Italy
Chapter 6 10 mins
Cultural Evolution in Ancient Italy
Chapter 7 49 sec
Exploring Tides of History
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Introducing Business Wars: Drug Cartels
Pablo Escobar is a household name, known for his rei... more
Aug 7 2024 4m
Assassination Mission Unfolds
Chapter 1 4 mins
Drug Cartel Rivalry in Colombia
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Summer Mailbag! Patrick Answers Your Questions
It's time for another mailbag! Patrick answers quest... more
Aug 1 2024 48m
Elite Consensus in Roman State
Chapter 1 11 mins
The Axial Age and Anatolian Languages
Chapter 2 11 mins
Interconnected Systems and Ancient Societies
Chapter 3 6 mins
The Structure and Influence of Rome
Chapter 4 8 mins
The Complexity of Understanding History
Chapter 5 3 mins
Handmade Items and Roman History
Chapter 6 12 mins
Navigating Historical Disagreements and Perspectives
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The Aftermath of the Peloponnesian War and the March of the 10,000 Greeks
The famous Greco-Persian Wars didn't mark the end of... more
Jul 25 2024 41m
The Greek-Persian Relationship Before Alexander
Chapter 1 6 mins
Greek Mercenaries in Ancient Persia
Chapter 2 9 mins
Persian Influence on Greek Politics
Chapter 3 13 mins
Persian Intrigue in the Peloponnese
Chapter 4 4 mins
Xenophon's Journey With Greek Mercenaries
Chapter 5 11 mins
The Long Retreat of the Greeks
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The Samnites and the Alternative to Rome
We tend to think of Rome's rise to power in Italy as... more
Jul 18 2024 43m
State Formation in Lowlands vs Highlands
Chapter 1 5 mins
Roman Soldiers Ambushed in Samnium
Chapter 2 14 mins
The Origins and Identity of Samnites
Chapter 3 5 mins
Evolution of Samnite Settlements in Italy
Chapter 4 8 mins
Political Organization of Samnium and Romans
Chapter 5 14 mins
Samnite League and Roman Conflict
Chapter 6 29 sec
Financial Planning With Sandy Spring Trust
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Listen Now: Everything To Play For
Self-confessed sports geeks Elis James and Colin Mur... more
Jul 14 2024 7m
Chapter 1 7 mins
Exploring Wayne Rooney's Remarkable Journey
Chapter 2 33 sec
Rooney's Memorable Debut at Goodison
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Summer Reading Recommendations
It's summer, which means it's time for some pleasure... more
Jul 11 2024 39m
Positive "Ghost on the Throne" Review
Chapter 1 9 mins
Summer History Book Recommendations
Chapter 2 6 mins
Professional Paradoxes in History
Chapter 3 13 mins
Turning Points in Historical Conquests
Chapter 4 11 mins
Perspectives on Historical Conflicts
Chapter 5 1 min
Financial Planning and Podcast Recommendations
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The Roman Conquest of Italy
At the beginning of the 4th century BC, Rome was sti... more
Jul 4 2024 42m
Early Roman Expansion
Chapter 1 4 mins
Latium Aristocrats Plan War Strategy
Chapter 2 15 mins
Evolution of Roman Republic Governance
Chapter 3 6 mins
Roman Walls
Chapter 4 7 mins
Roman Conquest Transforming Identity and Borders
Chapter 5 13 mins
Founding of Roman Nobilis Republic
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Listen Now: American History Tellers, First Ladies
The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space ... more
Jul 1 2024 7m
Chapter 1 6 mins
First Ladies of American History
Chapter 2 1 min
Michelle's Journey to Ivy League Success
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The Great Gender Divergence: Interview with Dr. Alice Evans
Gender is one of the fundamental forces structuring ... more
Jun 27 2024 51m
Elite Influence on Cultural Change
Chapter 1 10 mins
Exploring Gender Roles Throughout History
Chapter 2 5 mins
Global Gender Norms Through Ethnography
Chapter 3 8 mins
Female Employment in East Asia Rise
Chapter 4 5 mins
Cultural Perspectives on Gender Hierarchy
Chapter 5 6 mins
Cultural Influence on Gender Norms
Chapter 6 4 mins
Cultural Evolution of Gender Roles
Chapter 7 9 mins
Global Gender Norms and Cultural Influence
Chapter 8 5 mins
Gender Dynamics in Historical Context
Chapter 9 52 sec
Fun at King's Dominion Theme Park
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Rome's Patrician Republic
By 450 BC, the Roman Republic was beginning to take ... more
Jun 20 2024 44m
Aristocrats in Early Rome
Chapter 1 6 mins
Roman Warfare and State Farm Ads
Chapter 2 5 mins
The Evolution of the Roman Republic
Chapter 3 10 mins
Political Landscape of Ancient Italy
Chapter 4 11 mins
Warrior Aristocrats and Private Armies
Chapter 5 6 mins
Integration of Aristocrats in Early Rome
Chapter 6 9 mins
Aristocratic Ambitions and Roman Warfare
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Listen Now: Wow in the World's Summer of Wow!
Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids ... more
Jun 17 2024 6m
Chapter 1 6 mins
Wow in the World
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The Birth of the Roman Republic
In 509 BC, the last king of Rome - Tarquinius Superb... more
Jun 13 2024 41m
Early Rome
Chapter 1 7 mins
Evolution of the Roman Republic
Chapter 2 6 mins
Understanding the Roman Republic's Early Period
Chapter 3 9 mins
The Birth of the Roman Republic
Chapter 4 6 mins
The Birth of the Roman Republic
Chapter 5 9 mins
The Transition to Republic in Rome
Chapter 6 5 mins
Roman Conflict and Legal Developments
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The Greatest Dynasty of Medieval France: Interview with Professor Justine Firnhaber-Baker
It's been a while since Tides of History has gone to... more
Jun 6 2024 48m
Women's Influence in Medieval Manuscript Painting
Chapter 1 5 mins
Medieval Politics and the Capetian Dynasty
Chapter 2 12 mins
The Capetian Dynasty and Medieval France
Chapter 3 10 mins
Medieval Kings and Their Authority
Chapter 4 8 mins
Medieval vs. Modern Political Systems
Chapter 5 8 mins
Medieval French Queens and Political Power
Chapter 6 6 mins
Medieval Climate and Cultural Growth
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Sicily, Defeat, and the End of the Athenian Empire
The Peloponnesian War lasted for nearly 30 years, de... more
May 30 2024 45m
Fractious Sicily in 5th Century
Chapter 1 4 mins
End of the Peloponnesian War
Chapter 2 12 mins
The Peloponnesian War
Chapter 3 12 mins
The Sicilian Expedition
Chapter 4 9 mins
Athenian War Strategies and Political Revolutions
Chapter 5 9 mins
The Peloponnesian War
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