
The History of Byzantium
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An interview with Barry Strauss - Author of '10 Caesars' and the 'Antiquitas' podcast
An interview with Professor Barry Strauss about his new book '10 Caesars' and his podcast 'Antiquitas.' I quiz him about the two Emperors with most relevance to Byzantium: Diocletian and Constantine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 14 - The City of Rome with Steve Guerra
Our fourteenth Kickstarter backers reward episode looks at the city of Rome and its development from the height of Antonine Rome to the post Justinian world of Gregory the Great. You will be in the capable hands of Steve Guerra from the History of the Papacy Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 13 – The Byzantine Legacy
Our thirteenth Kickstarter backers reward episode looks at the legacy of Byzantium and why it seems so forgotten today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 189 - End of Act Two
As Constantine IX leaves the stage we see him desperately searching for ways to raise tax revenue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 188 - The Great Schism
The rapacious behaviour of the Normans in Italy brings together an alliance against them. The Byzantines and the Papacy try to get on the same page but discover that they may never be able to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 187 - Hey Big Spender
After the Pecheneg Wars the Roman treasury was empty. We look at Constantine Monomachos' response to this and other Imperial expenses which may have exacerbated the situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 186 - The Pecheneg Wars
The first large Seljuk raids on the Empire lead to a series of events which unravel Byzantium's Western defences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The History of History Podcasting
A quick interview with me about the History of History Podcasting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 185 - Winning the Election
Constantine Monomachos faces yet more challenges in the early years of his reign. We cover the annexation of Ani, the Pechenegs crossing the Danube and the revolt of Leo Tornikios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 184 - Act Two Begins
Zoe chooses Constantine Monomachos to be her new husband and Emperor. We discuss his character and relationship with our historian Michael Psellos. Then move on to two major challenges which greeted his arrival on the throne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 12 - Harald Hardrada with Noah Tetzner
Our twelfth Kickstarter backers reward episode looks at the life of Harald Hardrada in conversation with Noah Tetzner from the History of Vikings Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 183 is live
If you'd like to hear about the dramatic fall of Michael V then episode 183 is now available to buy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 182 - The Double Agent
We cover the Bulgarian uprising of 1040 and the events elsewhere in the Balkans which led up to it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 181 - A Bunch of Nobodies
Michael IV marries Zoe and becomes Emperor. Despite ill health he rules well with his brother John the Orphanotrophos. Their invasion of Sicily goes well initially but soon falls apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 180 - Stumbling Forward
Romanos III is faced with the same problems which troubled his predecessor. He decides that a campaign against Aleppo will solve some of his problems. Meanwhile Zoe is left alone and frustrated in the Palace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 179 - Where Were We
We return to the narrative with a short introduction and the short reign of Basil's brother Constantine VIII. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 11 - The Jewish Communities of Byzantium
Our eleventh Kickstarter backers reward episode explores Byzantium's Jewish communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 178 - Questions VII
Listener questions on Varangians, provincial administration, diplomacy, family mottos and the ever popular top 5 best and worst Emperors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 177 - Questions VI
Listener questions on houses, slavery, citizenship, vacations and common sayings amongst others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 176 - Michael Psellos with Peter Adamson
An interview with Peter Adamson from the History of Philosophy Without any Gaps podcast. We talk primarily about Michael Psellos and his role in the intellectual history of Byzantium. But we also talk about Byzantine philosophy in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 175 - The Turks
The Turks are coming to the borders of Armenia and we examine why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 10 - Economy and Population Questions
Our tenth Kickstarter backers reward episode answers a series of questions about the growing population and economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 174 - The Economic Recovery
We explore the economic recovery of the Empire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 9 - The Sweep of History
Our ninth Kickstarter backers reward episode discusses the sweep of history during our period and what lies under the maps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 173 - Dead Ideas Podcast interview: The Varangian Guard
I was a guest on the Dead Ideas podcast to discuss the Varangian Guard. We talk about their role in the palace and the field armies and contrast their role to Eunuchs in Byzantium. Do check out Dead Ideas for episodes covering Titoism, Serfdom, Cuneiform, Vikings and many other fun topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 172 - The Roman Army in 1025 AD
We discuss the past century of success for the Roman military and answer some listener questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 8 - Greek Fire on Land
Our eighth Kickstarter backers reward episode features questions about the use of Greek Fire on land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 171 - The Eastern Frontier
We head to the Eastern frontier to see what Byzantium's expansion into Armenia meant for the Empire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tour Announcement
The 2019 History of Byzantium tour is here. Book your place now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 7 - Georgia and the Black Sea
Our seventh Kickstarter backers reward episode features questions about Georgia, the Orthodox nations around the Black Sea and Ravenna. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 170 - The "Conquest" of Armenia
We head to the Eastern frontier to see what Byzantium's expansion into Armenia meant for the Empire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 6 - Respect, Institutions, Justice
Our sixth Kickstarter backers reward episode features questions about the institutions which influenced Byzantine life and the legal punishments for everyday crimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 169 - Constantinople in 1025
Having covered the famous monuments thoroughly we take a look around the rest of Constantinople. We survey changes in the population, harbours, architecture and palace amongst other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Byzantine Stories Episode 7 Announcement
Byzantine Stories Episode 7: Women in the Roman World is now available Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 5 - Imperial Qualities and More Feelings
Our fifth Kickstarter backers reward episode features questions about what makes a good Emperor and more about feeling attached to the Romans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 4 - Lucky Romans and Being a Celebrity
Our fourth Kickstarter backers reward episode features questions about Constantinople and some personal ones for me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 3 - What was Istanbul like?
Our third Kickstarter backers reward episode features a lot of chat about my trip to Istanbul. I talk about the experience of visiting for the first time and answer listener questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 2 - A Day in the Life of a Podcaster
Our second Kickstarter backers reward episode featuring some book recommendations and me describing a day in the life of a podcaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 168 - A Guided Tour
What would a foreign visitor to Constantinople expect to see and hear? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello from Istanbul
Hello from Istanbul Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 167 - Five Centuries On
We survey the main structures and services of Constantinople to see what has changed since 518 AD (episode 10 of the show) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post Script to episode 166
An explanation and some credits from Episode 166 - To The City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 166 - To The City
You visit Constantinople, guided by a stranger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Backer Rewards Episode 1 - Byzantine Games
Our first Kickstarter backers reward episode showcasing the Byzantine board and role playing games available. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send me your thoughts
For those who pledged £65 on the Kickstarter I need to hear from you. Get in touch with me about having your voice on the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Final Kickstarter Reminder
Final Kickstarter Reminder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 165 - The Eagle and the Frogs
We explore the reasons why the Bulgarians never became Romans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 164 - Don't Believe Your Map
The maps commonly used in books and the internet give a misleading impression of the Byzantine occupation of Bulgaria. We tour the Balkans and discuss the reality on the ground. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ask Me Anything
I am doing an AMA. That's an Ask Me Anything for a website called WhatPods. I will be answering questions on the 21st March at 4.30pm US eastern standard time. Post your questions now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A replay of the House of War
A replay of episode 89 "The House of War" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.