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Best podcasts about ancient warfare

Latest podcast episodes about ancient warfare

History Unplugged Podcast
Hooves of History: How Horses Created Ancient Warfare, Built the Silk Road, and Became the Dividing Line Between Nobleman and Peasant

History Unplugged Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 44:28


In order to become rich, powerful, and prestigious in the pre-modern world, nothing mattered more than horses. They were the fundamental unit of warfare, enabling cavalry charges, and logistical support. They facilitated the creation of the Silk Road (which could arguably be called the “Horse Road”) since China largely built it to enable the purchase of millions of horses to fight its nomadic neighbors to the north. The term "caballero," meaning a gentleman or knight in Spanish, derived from the Latin "caballus" (horse), reflecting how wealth, status, and the skilled ability to ride a horse defined chivalric ideals in medieval society. From the windswept Eurasian steppe to the royal stables of Persia and the warpaths of Genghis Khan, today’s guest, David Chaffetz, author of Raiders, Rulers, and Traders traces the story of how horses changed the world—not just in warfare, but in statecraft, commerce, and culture. Chaffetz makes the case that the so-called “Silk Road” might more accurately be remembered as the Horse Road. Horse-driven mobility shaped empires from Assyria and the Achaemenids to the Mughals and the Soviets. Just as we rely on the Internet today, ancient societies depended on the horse as a transformative technology that shaped everything from warfare to governance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clube dos Generais
O Fim das Legiões e a Ascensão da Cavalaria - CGCast #142

Clube dos Generais

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 61:05


Hoje o assunto é daqueles que a gente tem um apreço especial. Mergulharemos na transição do modo de fazer guerra que dominou a Antiguidade e estudamos os elementos que transformaram a lógica da arte militar para a Antiguidade Tardia e Medievo.Hoje é dia de Cavalaria!Vem com a gente!Nosso agradecimento aos membros do nosso canal no YouTube!Categoria Capitão: Rafael Andrade, Breno Achete MendesCategoria Sargento: Paulo RobertoCategoria Cabo: Paulo Fernandes, Dani Dani, Geraldo "Schulz, Schulz, Schulz!" Domiciano, Silvano Francisco de Oliveira, Túlio Polido, Telasco Pinto Corrêa, Fabiano Bittencourt, Márcio Leandro "Wood" Montanha, Gustavo GrossiCategoria Hater: Cristiano FerreiraCategoria Recruta: Iago "BT-7" Bovi, Edaur, VaderBrasil, Brendo Salustiano, Carlos Eduardo Perez de MoraisApoiadores diretos no nosso site: Francisco Beck, Felipe Veiga Ramos, Fabrizio Messetti, Raphael Moussalem, Victor Gollner Coelho, Davis Oliveira Barbosa e Frederico McAyresIndicações bibliográficas:- Legions of Rome: The definitive history of every Roman legion https://amzn.to/4kBaa75- Gladius: Living, Fighting and Dying in the Roman Army https://amzn.to/3SOnF7n- Pax: War and Peace in Rome's Golden Age https://amzn.to/4k7zamj- The Complete Roman Army https://amzn.to/4ks9b8V- Pax Romana: War, Peace and Conquest in the Roman World https://amzn.to/4kq6G78- Roman Warfare https://amzn.to/44R04dx- A Cavalaria: Da Germânia antiga à França do século XII https://amzn.to/4dsNROm- Warhorse: Cavalry in Ancient Warfare https://amzn.to/3HkTfqK- Sword and Scimitar: Fourteen Centuries of War Between Islam and the West https://amzn.to/3SdsUxgAcompanhe as atividades do Clube dos Generais direto no nosso site!https://clubedosgenerais.com.br/Compre com nosso link na Amazon, não gaste nada a mais e ajude a manter nossas atividades online:https://www.amazon.com.br/shop/clubedosgeneraisQuer contribuir direto, sem intermediários?Pix para estadomaiorcg@gmail.com

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW356 - New discoveries in Ancient Warfare 2025

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 37:36


In this episode of the Ancient Warfare Magazine Podcast, the team explores groundbreaking archaeological discoveries from 2025 that are reshaping our understanding of ancient conflicts. From mass graves to reinterpreted royal tombs, these finds illuminate the strategies, societies, and struggles of the past.    Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA349 - Were there any inspiring elites in ancient warfare?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 11:37


Dylan Thomas, watching on YouTube, asked, 'I'm curious about the early life of Marcus Furius Camillus. He seems to pop up during the siege of Veii in Livy's work, with few mentions beforehand, and is then an important figure going forward. Are there any primary sources that recount his early life and career? The man's a legend, easily one of the top ten Romans of all time, but there seem to be scant records of him.'   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast    

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA346 - Questions about Masada and Josephus

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 10:35


Chris sent this question for Murray, asking him to expand on one of his articles in the magazine. 'I recently read your article on the siege of Masada in Ancient Warfare magazine. I had a couple of questions regarding the assumptions made about the shortened timeline of the siege. Specifically, you mentioned two assumptions supporting the idea of a shorter siege. Could you provide more information or sources to support this hypothesis? Additionally, I have a colleague who views Josephus's work with scepticism, considering him a collaborator whose writings might have served as Roman propaganda. Given this perspective, I wondered why there seems to be such heavy reliance on Josephus, especially considering the article's focus on Legion X Fretensis rather than Josephus's narrative.' Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Dark Finds Podcast
#25 - Dr. Adrain Goldsworthy - Ancient Rome, Alexander the Great, Gladiators, & Ancient Warfare

Dark Finds Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 67:25


On this week's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Adrian Goldsworthy, ancient historian and novelist, who has authored nearly 30 books. From his deep dives into the lives of Julius Caesar and Augustus to his gripping novels set in Roman Britain, Dr. Goldsworthy is a master storyteller who brings history vividly to life. Today, we'll be delving into ancient Rome and the fascinating world of Philip II and Alexander the Great—two legendary figures whose vision and ambition reshaped the ancient world.Adrain's website: http://www.adriangoldsworthy.com/Adrain's YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AdrianGoldsworthytheAuthorDark Finds Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/darkfindspodcast/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/darkfindspodcast/membershipDark Finds IG - https://www.instagram.com/dark.finds/Dark Finds YouTube Channel for more dark long-form content - https://www.youtube.com/@DarkFindsChannelDark Finds book - https://amzn.eu/d/3VHPOTjAncient HistoryAncient RomeAlexander the GreatPhilip IIAncient WarfareHedrains Wall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA340 - Usurpers legions and provinces

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 16:41


Two great questions here for Murray on the topic of usurpers. 'It seems Legio VII Gemina raised by Galba in AD 68 in Hispania is quite unique. In terms of being a creation by a usurper. Are there any other similar units raised usurpers and retained by victors? Also, what province Ancient Warfare crew consider the best in terms of starting usurpation/rise of the new Emperor?'   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Show 72 - Mania for Subjugation II

Dan Carlin's Hardcore History

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 231:26


Is it safe to hand control of the deadliest army in the world to a 20-year old? If you are Thracian, Triballian, Illyrian or Theban, the answer is definitely no. Alexander becomes king and fights off threats to his rule in all directions.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW335 - Gladiator II

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 46:40


With the release of Ridley Scott's Gladiator II, the Ancient Warfare team have headed off to their local cinemas (well, almost all of the team) for a screening. Will this be as influential on future historians as the original Gladiator movie?   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA332 - Why were there no invasions of Macedonia or Greece while Alexander was in Asia?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 11:19


Thanks to Valentine for sending this in. 'I have finished rereading your excellent article, “Men you can Trust,” in Volume 16, Issue 6 of Ancient Warfare. A question arose in my mind that you may be able to answer. With the bulk of Alexander's army in Asia, and especially India, why did no foreign invader seek to take advantage of the situation by invading parts of Macedonia?'   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

The History of the Bible
Ep.85 The Northern Alliance

The History of the Bible

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 17:28


In ancient Canaan, King Jabin of Hazor learns of the southern campaign of the Israelites. Determined not to fall to their conquests, he sends messengers far and wide to gather a formidable alliance of northern kings and city-states. From the rugged mountains to the fertile plains, they heed his call, assembling a vast army likened to the sands of the seashore. Led by Hazor, a prosperous city on a crucial trade route, the coalition prepares for battle at the Waters of Merom, their chariots symbolizing both their military prowess and economic might. This tale unfolds against the backdrop of ancient geopolitics, where alliances, technology, and strategic positioning shape the fate of nations.   We will cover part of chapter 11 in the Book of Joshua in this episode.  Hazor, Northern Campaign, Israelites, Joshua, Ancient Canaan, King Jabin, Alliance of Kings, Waters of Merom, Chariots in Ancient Warfare, Trade Routes in Canaan, Geopolitics of Ancient Near East   If you'd like to support "The History of the Bible" podcast, visit our Patreon Page at https://patreon.com/TheHistoryoftheBible. Your feedback is valuable to us! Share your thoughts and insights via our feedback form at https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8. Let us know how our podcast has impacted you or someone you know by filling out our impact form at https://forms.gle/jr4EdGsqCaFk4qZm8. If you have concerns about any information presented, please inform us via our correction form at https://forms.gle/PiMMkPnJFaa4j5p37. "The History of the Bible" podcast is edited and produced by Nikao Productions. Explore more shows from Nikao Productions on your preferred podcast platform and follow them on Instagram @Nikaoproductions.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW309 - Finis Britanniae: A Military History of Late Roman Britain and the Saxon Conquest

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 57:01


In conversation with Ancient Warfare regular Marc DeSantis, Murray tells us about his new book Finis Britanniae: A Military History of Late Roman Britain and the Saxon Conquest.   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW304 - Invasion of the Celts

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 39:31


'After two decades of war, Alexander's successors had found a delicate balance. When Ptolemy's wayward son managed to destabilize matters, the Celts grabbed their chance.' The Ancient Warfare team discuss the latest issue of the magazine XVII.2 Invasion of the Celts: Brennus' Campaign into Greece. Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

History Hack
History Hack: Atrocities in Ancient Warfare

History Hack

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 50:06


Gabriel Baker joins us to not talk about modern day atrocities but atrocities in the Ancient world, and of course Chris will bring up Star Wars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The History of the Bible
Ep.77 Ancient Warfare

The History of the Bible

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 17:14


The plans have been given to Joshua on how to conquer the city of Jericho. But have you ever wondered how battles against cities were waged in the Late Bronze Age? What technology was used to conquer cities? Plus, what did the Israelites wield in battle to fight?   Welcome to the History of the Bible!   If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon Page (https://patreon.com/TheHistoryoftheBible)  To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link (https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8). Let us know how this podcast has impacted you or someone you know click the link (https://forms.gle/jr4EdGsqCaFk4qZm8)! Please let us know if you believe something was presented with incorrect information (https://forms.gle/PiMMkPnJFaa4j5p37).  Our show was edited and produced by Nikao Productions. Search Nikao Productions wherever you listen to podcasts to check out other shows! Follow them on Instagram @Nikaoproductions  

David Boles: Human Meme
How Ancient Warfare Shaped Modern Medicine and Surgical Innovation

David Boles: Human Meme

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 14:21


Digging into the ancient theaters of war, we find ourselves amidst a world where the art of healing was as pivotal as the art of warfare. The writings of physicians like Hippocrates and Galen are not just historical texts; they are windows into the early development of medical science, shaped significantly by the exigencies of war. In this segment, let's explore how the brutal necessity of treating battlefield injuries in antiquity laid the groundwork for modern medicine, particularly in the realm of surgery and orthopedics.

Well... That’s Interesting
Ep. 174: From Scorpion Bombs To ‘Cursed Rams And Donkeys,' 3 Ways Ancient Warfare Got Weird

Well... That’s Interesting

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 25:07


My friends, charge up the ol' Time Machine and grab some hand sanitizer, we're off to the early ADs and BCEs. Things are going to get gross. --- Love the show and wanna show some love? Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellthatsinterestingpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wti_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Venmo Tip Jar: @WellThatsInteresting Oh, BTW. You're interesting. Email YOUR facts, stories, experiences... Nothing is too big or too small. I'll read it on the show: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com WTI is a part of the Airwave Media podcast network! Visit AirwaveMedia.com to listen and subscribe to other incredible shows. Want to advertise your glorious product on WTI? Email me: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW282 - Alexander Attacks Persia

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 44:31


'King at just 20, Alexander of Macedon spent two years securing his northern borders and Greece. In 334 he crossed the Hellespont to begin the campaign his father had prepared: the invasion of Achaemenid Persia.' The Ancient Warfare team discuss issue XVI.6 of the magazine Alexander versus Darius.    Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW261 - An Audience with Murray Dahm

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 52:33


Something slightly different for this episode of the Ancient Warfare podcast. Regular of the podcast Marc De Santis talks to Murray about his work, focusing on the books Murray has written for Osprey, specifically his four books for the Combat Series. Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW243 - The Coming of the Hoplite

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 55:16


When did the phalanx become the fully-developed formation we imagine? In this issue of Ancient Warfare, we explore the various changes and developments in the seventh through fifth centuries BC that eventually led to the emergence of the 'Classical' Greek hoplite. The Ancient Warfare team discuss issue XVI.2 of the magazine, The coming of the Hoplite: Shields, spears and shining bronze.   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Women Warriors podcast
Helmet of salvation

Women Warriors podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 24:57


Ephesians 6:17, Acts 4:12 and 1Thess. 5:8 (MEV) materials cited from womeninthebible.net Helmets in Ancient Warfare, and Bibleillustration.blogspot.com David and Goliath and Philistine Armor. Spiritual Warfare Bible MEV --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/suzanne-urban/message

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW235 - Piracy and Raids

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 41:34


One man's pirate is another's daring raider, and the boundary between warrior and pirate can be equally nebulous. Piracy is an age-old problem without a simple solution. The team discuss issue XVI.1 of the Ancient Warfare magazine Piracy and Raids: Robbers on the Mediterranean. Find us on Patreon: patrion.com/ancientwarfarepodcast Subscribe to Ancient Warfare Magazine: ancient-warfare.com

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW229 - Ancient Warfare Consumes Media

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 48:47


With the holiday season almost upon us, the Ancient Warfare Magazine team discuss new books released in 2022, old and new documentaries that are now available on streaming services and throw in a couple of audiobook suggestions for good measure!   Links (not quite a comprehensive list of all the media mentioned in the show) Books Adrienne Mayor, Greek Fire, Poison Arrows, and Scorpion Bombs: Unconventional Warfare in the Ancient World (2022) Conor Whately, A Sensory History of Ancient Warfare: Reconstructing the Physical Experience of War in the Classical World (2022) Murray Dahm, Hunnic Warrior vs Late Roman Cavalryman: Attila's Wars AD 440–53 (2022) Josiah Osgood, Uncommon Wrath: How Caesar and Cato's Deadly Rivalry Destroyed the Roman Republic (2022) MC Bishop, Roman Plate Armour (2022) Peter Stothard, Crassus: The First Tycoon (2022) Raffaele D'Amato, Post-Roman Kingdoms: ‘Dark Ages' Gaul & Britain, AD 450–800 (2023) Raffaele D'Amato, Roman Army Units in the Eastern Provinces (2): 3rd Century AD (2022) William Horsted, British Celtic Warrior vs Roman Soldier: Britannia AD 43–105 (2022)   Audiobooks Stephen Fry, Troy: The Siege of Troy Retold Tony Robinson, Odysseus: The Greatest Hero of them All   Film & TV Barbarians (2020 - ) In search of the Trojan War (1985) In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great (1998) On Hannibal's Trail (2010) Secrets of the Dead (2000 - ) Spartacus (1960) Scipione l'africano (1937)   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast    

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA220 - What is a useful analogy for talking about ancient warfare?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 11:32


Murray, once more on his own, discusses what, in his opinion, is a useful analogy for talking about ancient warfare. Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

PGurus
Elmer Yuen I Ancient warfare technique is China using to rattle Taiwan

PGurus

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2022 31:06


Is China letting off steam or is there a strategy behind the way it has started circling Taiwan? What would the US response be? What could end up being the next trigger point? Watch all this and more! #chinataiwanconflict #chinataiwantension #China #Taiwan #UnitedStates #taiwanstrait #nancypelosi

Wind Words
Episode 13: Practical Ancient Warfare

Wind Words

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2022 95:16


Our guest for episode 13 is Nikolas Lloyd, the multi-talented host of the Lindybeige YouTube channel. News Jörg mentions Eternal Convention at Castle Stahleck in Bacharach, Germany, and the UK Game Expo which both just...

Point of the Spear | Military History
Author Lindsay Powell, Bar Kokhba

Point of the Spear | Military History

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 20:48


Join Robert Child for a conversation with author Lindsay Powell. Lindsay writes for Ancient History and Ancient Warfare magazine. His articles have also appeared in Military Heritage and Strategy and Tactics. His appearances include BBC Radio, British Forces Broadcasting Service, History Channel and HistoryHit. His latest book is Bar Kokhba. Sign up for our twice monthly email Newsletter SOCIAL: YouTube Twitter Facebook Website --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-child/support

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW199 - The Rise of the Legion (part II)

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 52:53


The legion that wrested control of the Mediterranean region from Carthage and the Successor states is very familiar. But some notions have recently been challenged. Following the discussion of the Roman legion in episode 119, the Ancient Warfare team returns to the topic with this episode looking at issue XV.4 of the magazine. Patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Radiolab
Hello, My Name Is

Radiolab

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 71:51 Very Popular


As a species, we're obsessed with names. They're one of the first labels we get as kids. We name and rename absolutely everything around us. And these names carry our histories, they can open and close our eyes to the world around us, and they drag the weight of expectation and even irony along with them. This week on Radiolab, we've got six stories all about names. Horse names, the names of diseases, names for the beginning, and names for the end. Listen to “Hello, My Name Is” on Radiolab, wherever you find podcasts.  Special thanks to Jim Wright, author of “The Real James Bond” (Bond segment), Tad Davis (reporting help for The Other Robert E. Lee), Cole delCharco (“del-CHAR-ko”) (tape syncer for Horse Names), Peter Frick-Wright, Alexa Rose Miller, Katherine De La Cruz, and Fahima Haque.Members of The Lab, watch for an audio extra on your exclusive feeds, a poem written and read by Mary Szybist, whom Molly Webster interviewed for her story in this episode about endlings. It is titled “We Think We Do Not Have Medieval Eyes.” If you are not yet a member and would like to listen to it, you can join here. Radiolab is on YouTube! Catch up with new episodes and hear classics from our archive. Plus, find other cool things we did in the past — like miniseries, music videos, short films and animations, behind-the-scenes features, Radiolab live shows, and more. Take a look, explore and subscribe!Citations: The Emperor of All Maladies by Siddhartha Mukherjee Warhorse: Cavalry in Ancient Warfare by Philip SidnellCheck out ArtsPractica.com, a site focused on medical uncertainty. Alexa Rose Miller.

Cauldron - A History Of The World Battle By Battle

A little bit of a pivot this week; instead of the Battle of Kleidion (which will just get pushed back a week) you'll be listening to a chat between myself and Brett from the Whiskey Tango Podcast. I've got a nasty little cold that's keeping me from recording but Brett and I have been talking about doing a joint show for a while and we finally got one recorded. I had a blast and getting to actually speak to someone instead of the wall of my recording closet was a nice change of pace. Ipsus is a fantastic battle to cover and I think you guys will enjoy it! Make sure you follow/rate/review and subscribe to the Whiskey Tango Podcast guys, and enjoy!Whiskey Tango PodcastFind Brett elsewhere - @brett_james_theincomparable@whiskeytangopodcast   

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA192 - What Mattered Most in Ancient Warfare – Murray's Take

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 7:27


Murray is once more without Jasper but give us his opinion on what he thinks mattered most in Ancient Warfare. Patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA191 - When do ancient sources agree but you call foul?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 9:05


Murray is on his own this week and tackles this question sent in by Patron of the podcast Paul, 'Name one event in Ancient Warfare where the majority of the sources are in agreement with an event happening, be it a battle or an event during a battle, etc. but you call foul - never happened - and vice versa.' Patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW190 - What do you think was the most important factor in ancient warfare?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2022 47:36


While we wait for the latest episode of the magazine to be released, Murray suggested the Ancient Warfare team address one of the questions sent from a listener. What do you think was the most important factor in ancient warfare?

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW186 - The Biggest Recent Developments in Ancient Warfare

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 43:13


We regularly receive emails for Jasper and Murray with suggestions for Ancient Warfare Answers. Greg asked ‘what have been the biggest developments or changes in the past 15-20 years in our understanding of ancient warfare?' It is too good of a question for just Murray and Jasper, so in this episode of the Ancient Warfare Magazine podcast Greg's question is put to the team. Patreon:patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Timesuck with Dan Cummins
282 - Attila the Hun: Evil or Slandered?

Timesuck with Dan Cummins

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 133:33


Attila the Hun! Does his name conjure up images of savagery in your mind? Of a bloodthirsty warrior-king who ruthlessly tortured and killed his enemies as he sacked city after city?  An especially barbaric man who stood out for violence in a time known for so much violence? OR - was he a man of his times? Was he no more or less violent than the Romans, whose historians wrote his story? And when they wrote his story, how much was truth and how much was hyperbole and slander? Today we look into 5th century CE Europe, when the Western Roman Empire is falling, when Attila and his Huns are sacking city after city. We try to separate fact from fiction, and get to know the real Attila, not the evil cartoon presented in clickbait articles and videos. The Bad Magic Charity of the month is SEO: Sponsors for Educational Opportunity. SEO's mission is to create a more equitable society by closing the opportunity gap for young people from historically excluded communities. To find out more, go to seo-use.orgWatch the Suck on YouTube: https://youtu.be/95AGdmpbw88Merch - https://badmagicmerch.com/  Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious private Facebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" in order to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard?  Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcastSign up through Patreon and for $5 a month you get to listen to the Secret Suck, which will drop Thursdays at Noon, PST. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. You get to vote on two Monday topics each month via the app. And you get the download link for my new comedy album, Feel the Heat. Check the Patreon posts to find out how to download the new album and take advantage of other benefits.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA185 - What made slings so suited to Ancient Warfare?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 9:32


Adam asks 'Slings are an iconic weapon of the ancient period, but don't seem to have been used much in later periods. What made them so suited to ancient warfare?' Murray is on his own and tackles this one. Patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Well That Aged Well
Episode 64: Germanicus. One Of Romes Greatest Generals. With Lindsay Powell

Well That Aged Well

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 113:28


Lindsay Powell is a historian and writer. He is the news editor of Ancient Warfare and Ancient History magazines. He writes about commanders, campaigns and conflicts in the Ancient World. Lindsay is the author of eight critically acclaimed books, including AUGUSTUS AT WAR, MARCUS AGRIPPA, GERMANICUS, and his recently published BAR KOKHBA. Find out more at https://about.me/lindsaypowell and follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Lindsay_PowellTo order a copy of GERMANICUS, go to Pen and Sword Books at https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Germanicus-Paperback/p/12132 or your favourite bookseller.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/well-that-aged-well. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW182 - Warfare in the Age of Homer

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 62:52


'To the Greeks and Romans, the Trojan War was the beginning of all warfare and set the standards for the expected behaviour of all men. How does the epic fit actual history?'   The Ancient Warfare podcast team discuss the latest issue of the magazine X.3 Warfare in the Age of Homer.   Patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Hobby Support Group
Hobby Support Group Ep 29 Interview with Jasper Oorthuys

Hobby Support Group

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 35:05


In this episode we chat with Jasper Oorthuys, Editor in chief at Karwansaray Publishers, editor of Ancient Warfare magazine and known also for The Ancient Warfare Magazine Podcast along with Ancient Warfare answers and Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy among many other things.

Faith and Culture Now
Ancient Warfare and Political Unrest

Faith and Culture Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 47:23


In this episode I speak with Dr. Joseph Cathey about ancient warfare, political unrest, and understanding unrest in our culture today.

Enemies on SermonAudio
An Ancient Warfare Continued

Enemies on SermonAudio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 44:00


A new MP3 sermon from Reformed Pres. Church of Slate Lick is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: An Ancient Warfare Continued Subtitle: Esther Speaker: Richard T. Crofutt Broadcaster: Reformed Pres. Church of Slate Lick Event: Sunday - AM Date: 10/23/2021 Bible: Esther 3:1-15 Length: 44 min.

Yuddha - The Indian Military History Podcast
Empire of Paper: Inside the Mughal War Machine

Yuddha - The Indian Military History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 50:04


By the time of the Battle of Haldighati in 1576, the Mughals had consolidated their power over a large swathe of North India. Yet, the desire for further conquests never waned. As the Mughals transformed from a war band into an empire, their armies also mutated into gigantic earth-shaking beasts.Yet it required deft politics and a complex bureaucracy to build and maintain this massive war machine. The Mughals may have made war, but war in turn, made the Mughal state.YUDDHA is made possible thanks to the support of the Takshashila Institution and the Independent and Public Spirited Media Foundation.Notes and sources will be available at https://www.anirudhkanisetti.com - sign up for updates!You can follow Anirudh on Twitter @AKanisetti and Instagram @aniryuddha, @connectedhistories, or @cholabhaturaempire.You can follow Aditya on Twitter @adityascripts or Instagram @adityaramanathan.

Hanselminutes - Fresh Talk and Tech for Developers
Building 0 A.D. a free, open-source game of ancient warfare

Hanselminutes - Fresh Talk and Tech for Developers

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 32:59


0 A.D. is a free and open-source real-time strategy video game under development by Wildfire Games. It is a historical war and economy game made an international group of volunteer game developers and it is AMAZING. The game is cross-platform, playable on Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD, OpenBSD, even Raspberry Pi! Stanislas Dolcini has been working on 0 A.D. for years and shares with Scott how it started and how it's going!https://play0ad.com for free!

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW171 - The Bronze Lie: Shattering the Myth of Spartan Warrior Supremacy

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 50:52


Ancient Warfare regular Myke Cole has a new book available, The Bronze Lie. In this episode of the podcast Murray and Mark discuss the book with Myke.   'The Bronze Lie' explores the Spartans' arms and armour, tactics and strategy, the personalities of commanders and the common soldiery alike. It looks at the major battles, with a special focus on previously under-publicized Spartan reverses that have been left largely unexamined. The result is a refreshingly honest and accurate account of Spartan warfare.

History Is Dank
Smoky The Combat Yorkshire Terrier

History Is Dank

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 33:00


Strider welcomes his dank dog Sunny to Hollywood while honoring man's best friend both on and off the field of combat. Smoky, a rescue dog saved soldiers during and after WWII in more ways than one might suspect.  Sources: Military.com, Nationalgeographic.com ‘Dogs at war: Smoky, A Healing Presence For Wounded WWII Soldiers' by Rebecca Frankel, Jstor.org ‘Dogs in Ancient Warfare' by E.S. Forester, Rare.us ‘Smoky The Yorkshire Terrier Was The Tiniest World War II Hero' by Moriah gill See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW167 - Special Operations in antiquity

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 46:54


'If ancient soldiers were trained at all, it was generally for fighting in a formation in the battle line. But on rare occasions, generals would train and use troops for special operations.' The Ancient Warfare team consider Ancient Warfare Magazine XV.1 which focuses on Special Operations in antiquity. Find us a patreon: patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW164 - Ancient Warfare Fiction

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 50:41


With the summer holiday season in full swing for all the team (except Murray in Australia), we thought we'd discuss everyone's favourite fiction books, which feature ancient warfare.   Subscribe to the magazine: https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/ancient-warfare-magazine   Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast   Books Mentioned:Banner, James M. The Ever-Changing Past Breem, Wallace. Eagle in the Snow Davis, Lindsay. The Falco Series https://www.lindseydavis.co.uk/publications/ Duggan, Alfred. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfred_Duggan Cameron, Christian. The Tyrant Series https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_Cameron Graves, Robert. I, Claudius Graves, Robert. Claudius the God Graves, Robert. Count Belisarius Harris, Robert. The Cicero Trilogy: Imperium Harris, Robert. The Cicero Trilogy: Lustrum Harris, Robert. The Cicero Trilogy: Dictator Haynes, Natalie. A Thousand Ships Haynes, Natalie. The Children of Jocasta https://nataliehaynes.com Holland, Tom. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Holland_(author) Homer. The Illiad Homer. The Odyssey Keegan, John. The Face of Battle McCullough, Colleen. The First Man in Rome https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colleen_McCullough Miller, Madeline. The Song of Achilles Moorhead, Sam. Stutard, David. The Romans who Shaped Britain Pressfield, Steven. Tides of War https://stevenpressfield.com Renault, Mary. The Alexander Trilogy: Fire from Heaven Renault, Mary. The Alexander Trilogy: The Persian Boy Renault, Mary. The Alexander Trilogy: Funeral Games Sidebottom, Harry. https://www.harrysidebottom.co.uk Sutcliff, Rosemary. Eagle of the Ninth Vidal, Gore. Julian Vidal, Gore. Creation Yourcenar, Marguerite. Memoirs of Hadrian  

Visualising War and Peace
Ancient Warfare Magazine with Jasper Oorthuys and Murray Dahm

Visualising War and Peace

Play Episode Play 57 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 52:49


In this episode, Alice and Nicolas interview the editors of Ancient Warfare Magazine - Jasper Oorthuys and Murray Dahm. Founded in 2007, Ancient Warfare examines the military history of many different ancient cultures in Europe, the Middle East and parts of Africa and Asia, with a particular focus on Greece and Rome from around 1200BC to 600AD. It has thousands of readers all around the world – and thousands tune in to the Ancient Warfare podcast. We ask Jasper and Murray what their readers are looking for and what goes into the creation of each issue. That gets us chatting about the enduring appeal of ancient military history, the challenges of reconstructing what ancient warfare was really like, and what we gain from learning about and trying to visualise ancient warfare.Among other questions, we asked:Does Ancient Warfare Magazine foreground some aspects of war more than others? What aspects does it cover less often, and why?How do the editors balance readers' expectations and habits of visualising ancient warfare with what their authors want to communicate and new advances in research?What role do illustrations play alongside textual descriptions in bringing ancient warfare to life for modern readers? And how much creative interpretation goes into the magazine's artistic reconstructions of ancient warfare?What factors influence modern reconstructions or visualisations of ancient warfare?What challenges and responsibilities does the magazine industry/popular press have to think about when representing ancient warfare in the 21st century?We hope you enjoy the episode! For a version of our podcast with close captions, please use this link. If you want to find out more about Ancient Warfare Magazine, you can look up their latest issues here and listen to their podcast here.For more information about individuals and their projects, access to resources and more, please have a look on the University of St Andrews Visualising War website.  Music composed by Jonathan Young Sound mixing by Zofia Guertin 

The Study of Antiquity and the Middle Ages
The History and Development of Naval Battering Rams | Ancient Warfare Special Guest Stephen DeCasien

The Study of Antiquity and the Middle Ages

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 28:44


In this episode PhD student takes us into a fascinating and obscure topic relating to ancient history, maritime history and military history, and that is the development and use of the battery ram in ancient naval warfare with a focus on the Greeks and Romans. From discussing their origin and apparent unsuccessful proto rams we watch as craftsmen and experts perfect their work over time through trial and error to create a piece that would come to play a crucial war in warfare on the ancient seas. He explores what sources we have from ancient historians and what do they have to say. He then approaches the history of naval rams in general categorizing them by period and giving an awesome overview on the subject. We also explore tactics and how they were used along with what we know about how they were crafted, how they were put on the ship and lastly we approach the end of the naval ram in Mediterranean and Aegean warfare as it becomes more of a sign of power and symbolism rather than a tool of war. Before leaving off he talks about an upcoming project where he and his colleagues will be setting out to build a naval ram to better understand the process and how the ancients built them. Support our awesome guest below! Twitter: @SDeCasien Website: stephendecasien.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antiquity-middlages/support

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW146 - Breakaway empires of the third century AD

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 52:53


'The second half of the third century AD saw Rome's military leadership embroiled in a deadly power struggle. Meanwhile, on the empire's frontiers, trouble was brewing...' The Ancient Warfare team discuss issue XIV.5 of Ancient Warfare magazine. If you're not already a patron of the podcast you can find us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW133 - Coups, successes and failures

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 56:23


In this episode the Ancient Warfare team are between issues of the magazine, so Mark suggested they discuss coups in the ancient world. For those who are not already patrons of the podcast, we've updated the tiers. We've added subscription to the magazine. You can find out more at patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast.

Casting Through Ancient Greece
Episode 22: The Battle of Artemisium

Casting Through Ancient Greece

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 30:51


The Initial defence plan the Hellenic league put into action saw a land force attempting to block the Persian army’s march into Greece. Though, this was part of a larger plan which also saw a Greek fleet take up a position at Artemisium to block the advance of the Persian navy. Their position was located some 40 miles north east of Thermopylae and would help protect the hoplites in the pass being outflanked by Xerxes armada.The Greek fleet was commanded by the Spartan, Euryrbiades although they supplied one of the smallest contingents. The majority of the fleet was made up of Athenian vessels, with them being commanded by their cunning leader, Themistocles. Themistocles also comes down through history as a driving force in the fleet’s strategy and would influence the decisions made in the Greek camp. Tradition has it that while the fighting was raging in the pass at Thermopylae, the naval action at Artemisium was also unfolding over the same 3 days. The Greeks would use the position at Artemisium to their advantage and look to nullify the Persian’s superiority in numbers. They would also employ cleaver tactics to avoid a decisive action, while the “gods” would also provide some assistance.The final day at Artemisium would see the Persians attempt to force a full-scale engagement. Both sides would suffer in the action with the Persian fleet receiving the worst of it. The Greeks though, decided they would need to withdraw as they could ill afford the losses taken, the Persians could sustain a battle of attrition. News had also arrived that the Greek position at Thermopylae had fallen. The position had also now become irrelevant, the march into central Greece was now open.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AWA124 - Barbarians

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 65:31


'Torn between the mighty empire that raised him and his own tribal people, a Roman officer's conflicted allegiances lead to an epic historical clash' The Ancient Warfare magazine team are joined by Joanne Ball from Liverpool University to discuss the new Netflix hit series Barbarians. The action takes place in Magna Germania in 9 AD, with events culminating in the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest.

Khaki Malarkey
Women in Ancient Warfare

Khaki Malarkey

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 42:58


We speak to Paul Chrystal, author of Women at War in the Classical World in a brilliant interview about the Amazons, Boudicca, female Gladiators, and much more. Remember to listen through to the end of the episode, in order to hear an exclusive discount code for Paul's title, which you can redeem for 20% off at Pen and Sword's website. Khaki Malarkey is a military history review podcast bringing you interviews with the most exciting military historians on their latest discoveries, and book releases. Where possible we also try to get you a discount on the titles we feature. Presented by Zack White, Phoebe Style and Olivia Smith, the podcast is affiliated to the British Commission of Military History. You can get in touch with the team on twitter @KhakiMalarkey.

Across The Pond Wargamers
Episode 11 - The Current State Of Our Hobby

Across The Pond Wargamers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 82:39


In this episode we are joined by Tony Marano representing LittleWarsTV and Jasper Oorthuys, Editor in Chief of Wargames Soldiers & Strategy magazine for a discussion of the current state of our hobby.Some of the rules, manufacturers, and publications mentioned in this episode:· Wargame Soldiers & Strategy (https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/wss-mag)· Ancient Warfare (https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/ancient-warfare-magazine)· LittleWarsTV (http://www.littlewarstv.com/)· Mortem et Gloriam published by The Plastic Soldier Company (https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/mortem-et-gloriam-compendium-box-set/)· Footsore Miniatures (https://footsoreminiatures.co.uk/)· Hagen Miniatures (https://www.hagen-miniatures.de/)· Pony Wars (https://ponywars.uk/)· Rubicon Models (https://www.rubiconmodels.com/)· Force on Force published by Ambush Alley Games (http://www.ambushalleygames.net/)· Chain of Command published by Too Fat Lardies (https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product-category/chain-of-command/)If you find yourself near Ommen in the Netherlands please drop in and support the National Tin Figure Museum (https://www.tinnenfigurenmuseum.nl/)Patreon Page:· www.patreon.com/accrossthepondwargamersWe welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.comHosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa

Ancient Warfare Podcast
AW115 - Rams and Ramming

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 57:16


Rams and ramming, is the topic of this Ancient Warfare magazine podcast. The chaps focus on the Actian Victory monument and the Egadi and others found around Sicily. Jasper, Murray, Marc, Lindsay and Mark are joined by Stephen DeCasien.  

Military History Inside Out
Ancient Warfare – “Ancient Rome: Facts and Fictions” (ABC-CLIO, 2020) – Monica Bontty interview

Military History Inside Out

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 61:19


Check out this book here   https://amzn.to/2B0MNTC Dr. Monica Bontty is a professor of archaeological studies and ancient history. She teaches at the University of Louisiana-Monroe and she wrote a book on misconceptions about Ancient Rome. We spoke about the ancient Roman military from the Republic to the Empire and the research she did for the…

The History Network
2805 The ubiquity of the Cretan Archer in Ancient Warfare - Part 2

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 24:44


One thing to note in regard to Cretans is that when they are mentioned in our sources they are always referred to as Cretan archers or just ‘Cretans' or, occasionally just archers and we must work out from the context that they were Cretan. Dur: 25mins. File. mp3

The History Network
2804 The ubiquity of the Cretan Archer in Ancient Warfare - Part 1

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 13:52


When a contingent of archers is mentioned in the context of Greek and Roman armies, more often than not the culture associated with them is that of Crete. Indeed, when we just have archers mentioned in an army without a specified origin, Cretan archers are commonly assumed to be meant, so ubiquitous with archery and groups of mercenary archers were the Cretans. The Cretans are the most famous, but certainly not the only ‘nation' associated with a particular fighting style (Rhodian slingers and Thracian peltasts leap to mind but there are others too). The long history of Cretan archers can be seen in the sources – according to some stretching from the First Messenian War right down to the fall of Constantinople in 1453. Even in the reliable historical record we find Cretan archer units from the Peloponnesian War well into the Roman period. Dur: 14mins File: .mp3

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Watch, read, listen... Ancient Warfare in 'Lockdown'

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 60:23


These are strange times, with many of us trapped at home Jasper suggested the Ancient Warfare Magazine team share their recommendations for books, movies, articles and podcasts to pass the time. If you don't already subscribe to the magazine use the offer code awpodcast to get a 33% discount off any Ancient Warfare digital subscription at ancient-warfare.com (offer ends 31 May,2020). The teams recommendations Myke Field of Glory Rulebook: Ancient and Medieval Wargaming Rules Great Battles of History - GMT Games Arms and Armour of the Greeks by Anthony M. Snodgrass Persian Interventions: The Achaemenid Empire, Athens, and Sparta, 450-386 BCE by John O. Hyland Classical Greek Tactics by Roel Konijnendijk Greek Military Service in the Ancient Near East, 401330 BCE by Jeffrey Rop Murray 'Ancient warfare Movie Watching Bingo' 'Ancient warfare workouts' Marc Michael Woods' In Search of the Trojan War & In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great The Art of War in the Western World by Archer Jones The Grand Strategy of the Roman Empire by Edward Luttwak. Mark HBO’s Rome series Robert Harris’ Cicero trilogy Colleen McCullough’s Masters of Rome Lindsay Cassius Dio, Roman History - Loeb Classics Asterix I, Claudius (the TV Series) Jasper Ancient Warfare Magazine Army of the Roman Emperors: Archaeology and History by Thomas Fischer    

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series
Marching With Caesar Podcast Series- Episode Four

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2019 42:36


In this, the fourth podcast of the Marching With Caesar series, Ron Peake talks about the value he derived from spending time in some of the locations that feature in the Marching With Caesar series, and how he used technology to conduct a virtual reconnaissance of several key battle sites those places he couldn't visit personally. He also discusses the value of a personal guide, and some of the things he learned from his extensive time spent in Rome and Croatia.

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series
Marching With Caesar Podcast Series- Episode Three

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2019 41:12


In this episode, R.W. Peake talks about both Marching With Caesar and Caesar Ascending, where it's been and where they're headed, both in the near term and in his long term ambitions for both series. In addition, he will talk about some of the inspirations and influences for his work.

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series
Marching With Caesar Podcast Series- Episode One

Marching With Caesar Podcast Series

Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 33:02


This is the first podcast by R.W. Peake, the author of the international bestselling Roman historical fiction series Marching With Caesar, and the alternative history series Caesar Ascending. In this episode, the author answers the most common questions he gets from readers concerning his research into the Legions of Rome, how his experiences as a retired Marine impacts and colors his stories, and when he makes assumptions, such as the measurement of time, how he arrived at his conclusions. He also offers a brief insight into how he made the transition from a burned out software executive to bestselling author, including the mistakes and happy accidents that happened along the way.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
The role of geography in ancient warfare

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 58:34


'Natural and man-made geography exerts its influence on warfare, determining the passage of whole armies and fleets, sometimes allowing a single soldier to hold up an entire host.' The team discuss Ancient Warfare Magazine XIII.2 'Hunting for good ground: The role of geography in warfare'. You can pick up you copy of the magazine here.  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Ancient Warfare tropes

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 45:47


We're back with another Ancient Warfare podcast. In this episode we're going to be discussing tropes; what we know, what we thing we know and where it all goes wrong! Don't forget if you're not already a subscriber to the magazine you can find her here.  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Hired Help From Overseas

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2019 57:44


Tarentum in southern Italy may have been a Spartan colony, but when it was under pressure from first its Italic neighbours and then Rome itself, it preferred to call in some help from abroad. In this episode the Ancient Warfare team discuss the latest episode of the magazine which covers Hellenistic mercenary armies in Southern Italy.

Cauldron - A History Of The World Battle By Battle
Caesar Lacks Control - The Battle of Thapsus 46 BC

Cauldron - A History Of The World Battle By Battle

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 67:58


Thapsus was a rare battle in that it showed Caesar not as the consummate warlord but as a general that at times had no control over his own army. The action was joined after one of his wings charged the enemy of their own volition and unable to call his men back, Caesar was forced to order an all-out attack. Again at the end of the battle, we see another instance of Caesar having no power over his men when the enemy army collapsed a large number attempted to surrender. In many cases, the Caesarian soldiers ignored the attempted surrender and proceeded to slaughter the defenseless victims. In one case the blood rush was such that a group of Caesar’s officers was mistaken for the enemy and butchered before the confusion could be put to rights. Between Thapsus and Munda, the final battles of the Civil War were not Caesar the General’s most exceptional performances. Questions or Corrections - https://www.cauldronpodcast.com/sendustheories The song we used - Crusade - Video Classica by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100884 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ This weeks main source - Masters of Command by Barry Strauss To support the show got to https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8278347 and search Cauldron Podcast For images, videos, and sources check us out on Facebook @cauldronpodcast Instagram @cauldronpodcast Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/228wnzQC4Pq3hDbJIjtyOk?si=GLNc6VIjSmOVbEg1G7sozQ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cauldron-a-history-of-the-world-battle-by-battle/id1345505888 GooglePlay https://play.google.com/music/m/I2ajdfquypzr4sxjfmcd2p5bdau?t=Cauldron_-_A_History_Of_The_World_Battle_By_Battle

Military History Inside Out
Ancient warfare military history book – “Soldier, Priest, and God” (Oxford University Press, 2018) – Fred Naiden interview

Military History Inside Out

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2019 56:16


Dr. Fred Naiden studies ancient Greek law, religion, and warfare, including Near-Eastern parallels.  He teaches at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and we spoke about his latest book on Alexander the Great. 0:52 – Fred talks about how he became interested in writing on this. 3:15 – Fred talks about how the…

Somehow Related with Dave O'Neil & Glenn Robbins
Starbucks and Ancient Greece

Somehow Related with Dave O'Neil & Glenn Robbins

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2018 28:21


FYI - this episode has been reposted. I, Courtney the producer, scheduled the wrong ep. But this one is what is says it is. You don't need a couple of days to figure out this one! Just a little background in the coffee shop and some reading of Ancient Greek history. Easier way to go, listen to the episode. Bee-you-ti-fullllll.   SPOILER: The Oracle's got the aswer, she's quoted in AdWeek. An unlikely way Starbucks started out thanks to Adult Swim.   Somehow Related is produced by Nearly, a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good. Original theme music by Kit Warhurst. Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis.   Find a new podcast! The Clappers - Pop culture insights with Karl Quinn and Andrew Young The Debrief with Dave O'Neil - Dave gives a comedian a lift home from a gig. 10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions with answers that vary wildly.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Army for an Empire: Augustus' new Roman army

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2018 93:18


Control and use of the legions played a critical role in Octavian's carefully orchestrated rise to power. Angus, Jasper, Murray, Lindsay, Mark and Marc discuss Ancient Warfare magazine XII.1.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Why we love Ancient Warfare

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2018 63:44


Jasper recently published a blog on the ancient warfare website, the title was ‘Why I love Ancient Warfare?’. To discuss why Jasper loves Ancient Warfare Angus is joined by Jasper Oothruys, Murray Dahm, Mark McCaffery, Marc DeSantis and Lindsay Powell.

The History Network
2406 You could be the next Alexander the Great

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2018 16:59


As some of you might be aware Angus hosts the Ancient Warfare podcast, a monthly round table discussion about war in the ancient world. Last year we launched a patreon page for the podcast. Historians aren't the best paid lot, and everyone is essentially doing the podcast for free. We thought it might be a good way to help cover costs, and if you enjoy it, to tip us a $ each time we produce something. The upshot is regular, Murray Dahm has decided to read some of his old Articles he's written for Ancient Warfare Magazine, exclusively for patrons of the podcast. As we had a hole in our schedule, we thought we'd let you guys have a listen to the first one Murray recorded… 'You could be the next Alexander'

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Simulating Ancient Warfare

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2018 50:40


We were casting around for a topic between ourselves, another film? A piece of kit? Murray suggested we discuss trying to simulated the ancient battlefield. We look at table top games, computer games and re-enactment. Its a big thank you to those who sent in questions, its really appreciated and it does help guide out conversation.

To Wage War
To Wage War Episode 9 - Location, Location, Location

To Wage War

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2017 25:01


530 AD, Iberian War. The Sassanid Persians have the Byzantine Empire outnumbered two-to-one. Can Flavius Belisarius deploy his troops to meet the challenge of the famous Persian Zheydan? Artwork by the US Military Academy Atlas for Ancient Warfare.

Podcasts – Wargaming Recon
Great Wargaming Survey 2017 with Jasper Oorthuys: Wargaming Recon 189

Podcasts – Wargaming Recon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2017 84:04


This episode we are joined by Jasper Oorthuys (pronounced Yasper Oar-ties) who is the managing director for Karwansaray Publishers. He is also editor of Ancient Warfare magazine. We first discussed the Great Wargaming Survey in 2014 on The Great Wargaming Survey: Episode 123, which has been downloaded almost 3,000 times! Mike Paine… Read More» The post Great Wargaming Survey 2017 with Jasper Oorthuys: Wargaming Recon 189 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
What Ancient Battle Would You Like To Witness?

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2017 61:18


You may or may not be aware Ancient Warfare has a sister publication Medieval Warfare which Angus also helps produce the podcast for… You can find more information on the magazine at medieval-warfare.com. Peter, the host, recently recorded an episode discussing with Michael Livingston and Kelly DeVries which Medieval battle that would like to witness? We thought it was a great idea so we've stolen it for this episode of the ancient warfare podcast. Angus, Jasper, Murray and Marc discuss the Battles of Mylae, Marathon, the Teutoburg forest, Alesia, Gaugamela, Zama and Scythed Chariots. A thank you to all our patrons who made suggestions for the show. After we finished recording we realised we'd forgotten to mention the Illiad so we've recorded a "extra" only available to those who support us via patreon.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
The Aftermath of Battle

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2016 74:37


A long and lively discussion of Ancient Warfare Magazine IX.6 "The Aftermath of Battle". "When we think about warfare in the ancient world, the first thing that probably pops into mind are images of men, clad in armour, fighting each other. Battle usually draws a lot of attention, and there have been many heated discussions about the nature and mechanics of combat. By comparison, there is often less interest in what happens after battle has been decided and the dust has settled. But the aftermath of conflict is no less interesting than the fight itself, as this issue of Ancient Warfare magazine will demonstrate." Angus is joined by Josho Brouwers, Murray Dahm, Lindsay Powell, Mark McCaffery and Cezary Kucewicz.

Three Moves Ahead
Three Moves Ahead 339: Ancient Warfare

Three Moves Ahead

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2016 72:21


Spears! Cavalry! Dirt in your sandals! Rob, Bruce, and Troy "Is my pilum showing?" Goodfellow continue with the Winter of Wargaming and their discussion of ancient warfare. Learn more about history than you ever wanted from a video game podcast as the trio discuss their favorite games as well as a new secret project.

Women of Substance Music Podcast
#165 Music by Cassaundra Fitch, Fabiana Passoni, Eilen Jewell, Lily Anna Nuris, Ancient Warfare, Sheila K Cameron, Tiara Mason

Women of Substance Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2015 30:31


To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit  This show includes the following songs: Cassundra Fitch – Fire Fabiana Passoni - Remember My Name Eilen Jewell - Worried Mind Lily Anna Nuris - Wishing Well Ancient Warfare - Gunsmoke Sheila K Cameron - Like the Sea Rolling In Tia- No Sweeter Lover     For Music Biz Resources Visit  Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Amused Now at Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Nitanee Paris at

Women of Substance Music Podcast
#165 Music by Cassaundra Fitch, Fabiana Passoni, Eilen Jewell, Lily Anna Nuris, Ancient Warfare, Sheila K Cameron, Tiara Mason

Women of Substance Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2015 30:32


To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit  This show includes the following songs: Cassundra Fitch – Fire Fabiana Passoni - Remember My Name Eilen Jewell - Worried Mind Lily Anna Nuris - Wishing Well Ancient Warfare - Gunsmoke Sheila K Cameron - Like the Sea Rolling In Tia- No Sweeter Lover     For Music Biz Resources Visit  Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Amused Now at Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Nitanee Paris at

Women of Substance Music Podcast Volume 1
#165 Music by Cassaundra Fitch, Fabiana Passoni, Eilen Jewell, Lily Anna Nuris, Ancient Warfare, Sheila K Cameron, Tiara Mason

Women of Substance Music Podcast Volume 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2015 30:31


To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit  This show includes the following songs: Cassundra Fitch – Fire Fabiana Passoni - Remember My Name Eilen Jewell - Worried Mind Lily Anna Nuris - Wishing Well Ancient Warfare - Gunsmoke Sheila K Cameron - Like the Sea Rolling In Tia- No Sweeter Lover     For Music Biz Resources Visit  Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Amused Now at Visit our Sponsor: Get music by Nitanee Paris at

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HOMOGROUND - queer music radio (LGBTQ)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2014 60:01


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Ancient Warfare Podcast
March of the Ten Thousand

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2014 74:58


Josho, Murray and Lindsay are joined by Roel Konijnendijk to discuss Ancient Warfare issue VII.5 "The march of the Ten Thousand is one of the best documented campaigns in Greek military history, thanks to the detailed narrative of Xenophon. He was a young Athenian expatriate who eventually rose to a senior position of command among the Hellenic survivors of Cyrus’ mercenary army." For more information Ancient Warfare Magazine visit ancient-warfare.com

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Protect thyself. Shields, helmets and armor.

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2011 51:33


Jasper, Murray, Mike and Lindsay take a trip down memory lane and revisit Ancient Warfare magazine I.III "Protect thyself. Shields, helmets and armor." Starting with why we need armour we take a trip through the ancient world covering arms and armour from the Greeks to the late Roman Empire. Dur: 51min

The History Network
Protect thyself. Shields, helmets and armor.

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2011 51:33


Jasper, Murray, Mike and Lindsay take a trip down memory lane and revisit Ancient Warfare magazine I.III "Protect thyself. Shields, helmets and armor."  Starting with why we need armour we take a trip through the ancient world covering arms and armour from the Greeks to the late Roman Empire. Dur: 51min

The History Network
Gaius Marius at War

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2011 50:31


Gaius Marius is credited with introducing wide ranging reforms which would transform the Roman Army into the professional machine of the Empire. Elected consul and unprecedented seven times, he authorised landless citizens to do military service (something that may have lead to the eventually down fall of the Roman Empire as troops became bound to their Generals to ensure their care), he gave them fixed duration of service and as such established a standing army. But were all of Marius's reforms his own? What was there impact? And was he the great a leader as we are allowed to believe? In a lively discussion Jasper, Lindsay, Murray and Michael discuss Ancient Warfare magazine V-1, The 'new man' who saved Rome. Gaius Marius at War.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Gaius Marius at War

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2011 50:31


Gaius Marius is credited with introducing wide ranging reforms which would transform the Roman Army into the professional machine of the Empire. Elected consul and unprecedented seven times, he authorised landless citizens to do military service (something that may have lead to the eventually down fall of the Roman Empire as troops became bound to their Generals to ensure their care), he gave them fixed duration of service and as such established a standing army. But were all of Marius's reforms his own? What was there impact? And was he the great a leader as we are allowed to believe? In a lively discussion Jasper, Lindsay, Murray and Michael discuss Ancient Warfare magazine V-1, The 'new man' who saved Rome. Gaius Marius at War.

The History Network
The Campaigns of Gnaeus Julius Agricola

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2011


Jasper and team go back to the first Ancient Warfare magazine and discuss the career of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, the issues of the sources such a Tacitus and his use of axillery troops among over things. Gnaeus Julius Agricola was govenor of Britain from 77AD, he was responsible for much of the expansion of Roman terrioty in Britain and sent his army North into Caledonia, modern day scotland. After an unusually length period as governor he returned to Rome in 85AD. Dur: 42min

Ancient Warfare Podcast
The Campaigns of Gnaeus Julius Agricola

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2011 42:43


Jasper and team go back to the first Ancient Warfare magazine and discuss the career of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, the issues of the sources such a Tacitus and his use of axillery troops among over things. Gnaeus Julius Agricola was govenor of Britain from 77AD, he was responsible for much of the expansion of Roman terrioty in Britain and sent his army North into Caledonia, modern day scotland. After an unusually length period as governor he returned to Rome in 85AD. Dur: 42min

The History Network
Belisarius & The Byzantine Empires

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2010 38:52


Belisarius & The Byzantine Empires Jasper and the team are joined by Ian Huges, author of “Belisarius: The Last Roman General”, to discuss Ancient Warfare issue IV-3, and further explore subjects brought up in the magazine. Belisarius was one of the greatest Generals of the Eastern Roman Empire, under the Emperor Justinian. He was key to a revival of Roman fortunes. Dur: 38min

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Belisarius & The Byzantine Empires

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2010 38:47


Belisarius & The Byzantine Empires Jasper and the team are joined by Ian Huges, author of “Belisarius: The Last Roman General”, to discuss Ancient Warfare issue IV-3, and further explore subjects brought up in the magazine. Belisarius was one of the greatest Generals of the Eastern Roman Empire, under the Emperor Justinian. He was key to a revival of Roman fortunes. Dur: 38min

The Meeples & Miniatures Podcast
Meeples & Miniatures - Episode 68

The Meeples & Miniatures Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2010 66:57


Welcome to Episode 68 of the Meeples & Miniatures Podcast. In this show I take a look at the Ancient Warfare 2010 Special, Extra Impetus 3 and delve deep into the pages of one of the latest set of Sci-Fi rules to be released Hammers Slammer: The Crucible. All this, plus the usual chat, and a new competition. I hope you enjoy the show  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Core of the Legions: The Roman Imperial Centuria

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2010 64:30


Jasper and the team discuss issues brought up in the Ancient Warfare special for 2010, The Core of the Legions: The Roman Imperial Centuria. Dur: 1hr 04min

The History Network
Core of the Legions: The Roman Imperial Centuria

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2010 64:35


  Jasper and the team discuss issues brought up in the Ancient Warfare special for 2010, The Core of the Legions: The Roman Imperial Centuria. Dur: 1hr 04min  

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Siege Warfare

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2010 45:24


Jasper and the team discuss issues brought up in Ancient Warfare magazine issue IV-2 around the topic of sieges in the ancient world.

The History Network
Siege Warfare

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2010 45:24


Jasper and the team discuss issues brought up in Ancient Warfare magazine issue IV-2 around the topic of sieges in the ancient world.

Ancient Warfare Podcast
Varus & The Teutoburg Forest

Ancient Warfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2009 59:49


To commemorate the 2000th anniversary of the loss of legions XVII, XVIII (aka XIIX) and XIX somewhere in northern Germany, Ancient Warfare magazine published a special issue. In this episode of the podcast Jasper discusses with Murray Dahm and Lindsay Powell issues that the magazine brought up. File: .mp3 Dur: 1hr

The History Network
Varus & The Teutoburg Forest

The History Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2009 59:48


To commemorate the 2000th anniversary of the loss of legions XVII, XVIII (aka XIIX) and XIX somewhere in northern Germany, Ancient Warfare magazine published a special issue. In this episode of the podcast Jasper discusses with Murray Dahm and Lindsay Powell issues that the magazine brought up. File: .mp3 Dur: 1hr