Podcasts about Trajan

Rumor has sparked that Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs could hold out of Detroit Lions training camp, plus Detroit Pistons beat writer Detroit Kool-Aid joins the show to talk Pistons offseason.

Proclus was the uncle of Hilarius; both were from Kallippi in Asia during the reign of Trajan. When Proclus was brought to be tried as a Christian, the judge asked him 'Of what race are you?' Proclus answered 'I am of the race of Christ, and my hope is in my God.' When the judge threatened to torture him, he said 'When you are afraid to transgress the Emperor's commands and risk falling into temporal punishment, how much more do we Christians fear to transgress against God's commands and fall into eternal torment!' When Proclus was given over to torture, his nephew Hilarius came forward and proclaimed 'I too am a Christian.' After torture, both were condemned to death; Proclus was crucified and Hilarius beheaded.   Imagine how the Orthodox Church would benefit if, when we were asked 'Of what race are you?' the first answer that came to mind was not 'I am Greek, Russian, Serbian...' but 'I am of the race of Christ!'

Valenti and Brendan dove into some Pistons talk, with Mike sharing his frustration over one mistake he thinks Trajan Langdon made this offseason.

Where do the Pistons go from here with Jalen Duren?

Detroit Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart, Caris Levert, and Marcus Sasser in exchange for Gary Harris, and Tauren Prince.Did the Detroit Pistons make the right move? Are the Detroit Pistons DONE making moves? Find out next on the Woodward Heavyweights.

On this episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi reacts to Ebuka Okorie's NBA Summer League debut and breaks down what stood out from the Pistons' first-round pick. Did Okorie show enough to get fans excited about his future, or is there still plenty of room for growth?Lance also shares his frustrations with the Detroit Pistons' offseason, arguing that President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon didn't do enough to position the team as a legitimate contender this season. What moves were left on the table, and did Detroit miss an opportunity to take the next step?If you're looking for Detroit Pistons news, Ebuka Okorie highlights, NBA Summer League analysis, Trajan Langdon reactions, roster breakdowns, and Pistons offseason coverage, this episode of 3 Championship Drive is for you.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

Ambie and Crystal discuss a game they both played recently, Playthings. Then we talk about different ways you can learn rules in board games and which are our favorite ways to learn. Remember to check out our new merch! 0:00-Intro 0:40-Announcements 3:05-Recent Games - Playthings 15:04-Ways of Learning 31:15-Outro 32:19-Bloopers Join our discord Support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/boardgameblitz Or shop at our merch store or our Amazon Storefront This episode was sponsored by Grey Fox Games. Use the code "BLITZ2026" to get 10% off your entire cart. Consolidated Links For the full show notes visit our site at http://www.boardgameblitz.com/posts/441

Jeff Junior, founder and CEO of Trajan Wealth, joins Bob Sirott to discuss doing a mid-year check up when it comes to keeping track of your taxes and what the Augusta Rule is. He also explains who is more likely to overpay for their mortgage and how Trajan Wealth’s “Serve The Brave” program helps veterans.

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What's up Langdon's sleeve?

Mike and Rico bring the people in on the Pistons' offseason conversation via your texts and calls.

The Detroit Pistons trade up in the 2026 NBA draft to select Ebuka Okorie with the 17th overall pick. Ku Khahil from Locked on Pistons joins the Woodward Heavyweights to discuss the move plus potiental Detroit Pistons trades.

The Heavyweights aren't giving up on Tyler Herro to the Detroit Pistons.

Trajan Langdon post 1st round and top 25 2nd round picksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi shares his reactions and key takeaways from Detroit Pistons President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon's pre-draft press conference. Lance breaks down Langdon's comments on the Pistons' offseason plans, roster-building philosophy, the upcoming NBA Draft, and what his remarks could reveal about Detroit's strategy moving forward. Were there any clues about potential trades, free agency targets, or what the Pistons might do with the No. 21 overall pick? If you're looking for Detroit Pistons news, NBA Draft coverage, trade rumors, roster analysis, and insight into the franchise's future, this episode of 3 Championship Drive is for you.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

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Bryce and Omari break down the key takeaways from Trajan Langdon’s end of season press conference and game out what’s next for the Pistons if they keep Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Spencer Raxter and Eazy discuss if the Detroit Pistons should trade up in the NBA Draft for Yaxel Lendeborg and Kawhi Leonard. Plus who are the biggest contenders in the NFC for the Detroit Lions.

The hosts break down the polarizing fallout from Pistons President Trajan Langdon's recent press conference and debate the team's urgent need for outside star power. They also dissect the financial risks of a massive contract extension for center Jaylen Duren, drawing cautionary parallels to past NBA roster blunders.

The hosts break down the polarizing fallout from Pistons President Trajan Langdon's recent press conference and debate the team's urgent need for outside star power. They also dissect the financial risks of a massive contract extension for center Jaylen Duren, drawing cautionary parallels to past NBA roster blunders.

The hosts break down the polarizing fallout from Pistons President Trajan Langdon's recent press conference and debate the team's urgent need for outside star power. They also dissect the financial risks of a massive contract extension for center Jaylen Duren, drawing cautionary parallels to past NBA roster blunders.

On this episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi and Zach Decker react to Trajan Langdon's end of season press conference. Who's more important going forward Ausar Thompson or Jalen Duren? Is Ausar Thompson untouchable? 

Pistons GM Trajan Langdon recaps the season and looks aheadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5/20/26 - What stood out from the Trajan Langdon press conference? Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down, Is Wemby the current MVP across all of sports? Have you given up on the Tigers?

8:00 HOUR: Is Wemby the MVP in all of sports right now? Trajan Langdon made it sound like Jalen Duren will be back next season

6:00 HOUR: The Tigers have dropped 12 of their last 14, Two things that stood out from Trajan Langdon's press conference

Langdon met with the media after the Pistons were bounced from the playoffs

How did you feel after?

Recap Pistons presser.

The guys discussed Trajan Langdon's comments during his press conference today and why they're disappointed in them to open the show. Then, they heard from a bunch of the people before closing out the hour with their reactions to the teams that are favored to win both the NFC and AFC in 2026.

The guys are not pleased with what Pistons GM Trajan Langdon had to say today.

Recap Langdon presser.

End of season presser.

Doug and Gator react to the Langdon presser.

Doug has done the deep dive!

What's next for the Pistons?

Eazy, Spencer Raxter, Chris Platte and Nick Kohloff react to the Detroit Pistons Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. They also discuss the future of the Detroit Pistons with Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren. 

Did Ignatius of Antioch believe there was a bishop in Rome?One of the most common arguments against early Roman primacy is that Ignatius never explicitly mentions a bishop in his Letter to the Romans while repeatedly emphasizing bishops everywhere else. But is the argument really that simple?In this episode, Stephen Boyce examines the historical context surrounding Ignatius' journey to Rome under arrest during the reign of Trajan, the unique language Ignatius uses for the Roman Church, and whether the silence surrounding the bishop of Rome may actually reflect the dangerous political realities facing Christians in the imperial capital.We will also examine:• Ignatius' famous “presiding” language• The significance of Peter and Paul in Romans 4• Whether Rome already possessed a recognized authority distinct from other churches• The possible identity of the bishop of Rome during Ignatius' imprisonment• Why Ignatius treats the Roman Church differently from every other church in his corpus• Whether the “no bishop mentioned” argument creates more problems than it solvesWas the pope hidden in Ignatius' Letter to Rome? Or does the letter actually undermine later claims about Roman primacy?Join us as we walk carefully through the historical, textual, and theological evidence surrounding one of the most debated letters in early Christianity.If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Stephen Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7My paper on Ignatius: https://www.academia.edu/129081682/The_Quest_for_Ignatius_of_Antioch_Untangling_History_and_Tradition#IgnatiusOfAntioch #ChurchHistory #JamesWhite #JoeHeschmeyer #Papacy #EarlyChurch #ChristianHistory #Catholic #Orthodox #Patristics #Episcopacy #Rome

We were very fortunate to be joined by the delightful Dr Simon Elliot in this special episode about his latest book, The African Emperor: The Life of Septimius Severus.Dr Elliott (now forever known as Dr E) is a historian, archaeologist and broadcaster. His PhD is in Classics and Archaeology from the University of Kent. Dr E is the author of nineteen books (yes, nineteen!) on the ancient world, including Early Imperial Romans, Pertinax: The Son of a Slave Who Became Roman Emperor, and Roman Britain's Missing Legion. To find a full list of his many endeavours, check out his website.However, it is Septimius Severus, ruler of the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 CE, who we want to focus on today. You may not be particularly familiar with this emperor, but if you have seen Gladiator 2, you have met his children. Severus was the father of Caracalla and Geta who do not have the best reputation. But there is much more to his story than his disappointing children.Dr Elliott takes us through the remarkable rise of this man: from Leptis Magna to the imperial purple. In this interview, we tackle the following questions: · How did Severus emerge victorious from the chaos of The Year of Five Emperors?· What made him the most successful Severan emperor? (Aside from not being murdered with his mum) · Was Septimius Severus responsible for a genocide during his campaign in Britain?· Is there a case to be made that Septimius Severus deserves to rank alongside the likes of Augustus and Trajan?· When is Netflix going to make I, Julia – a series revolving around all of the Julias from the Severan dynasty? (Copyright, The Partial Historians, 2026)Join us for the fascinating life story of the founder of the last dynasty before the near collapse of the Empire in the third century CE. And don't forget to grab yourself a copy of the book, currently a Sunday Times bestseller.Please note: at around 39:11, when Dr E is discussing the women in the Severan dynasty, he makes reference to Julia Domna's sister as Julia Soaemias. A slip of the tongue, as Julia Domna's sister was Julia Maesa, and her daughters were Julia Soaemias (mother of Elagabalus) and Julia Mamaea (mother of Severus Alexander).Sound CreditsOur music is by Bettina Joy de GuzmanFor our full show notes and edited transcripts, head on over to https://partialhistorians.com/Support the showPatreonKo-FiRead our booksRex: The Seven Kings of RomeYour Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

116 n. Chr. erreicht das Imperium Romanum mit Kaiser Trajans Partherfeldzug seine größte Ausdehnung. So heißt es in Geschichtsbüchern. Aber stimmt das wirklich? **********Ihr hört in dieser Folge "Eine Stunde History":6:06 - Trajan-Biografin Annette Nünnerich-Asmus über das Wirken des ersten Adoptivkaisers14:56 - Deutschlandfunk-Nova-Reporterin Kristin Mockenhaupt über den Partherfeldzug Kaiser Trajans.21:14 - Historiker Armin Eich den Zustand des Imperium Romanum zur Zeit Trajans und danach.31:17 - Historiker Henning Börm über den Weg des Reichs von der Teilung in West- und Ostrom bis zum Ende im Westen 476**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Römisches Reich: Die Metamorphosen des OvidImperium Romanum: Maximinus Thrax und die ReichskriseVia Reggia: Handel im Mittelalter**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********In dieser Folge mit: Moderation: Steffi Orbach Gesprächspartner: Dr. Matthias von Hellfeld, Deutschlandfunk-Nova-Geschichtsexperte Autorin: Kristin Mockenhaupt, Deutschlandfunk-Nova-Reporterin Gesprächspartnerin: Annette Nünnerich-Asmus, Trajan-Biografin Gesprächspartner: Armin Eich, Historiker für Alte Geschichte an der Uni Wuppertal Gesprächspartner: Historiker Henning Börm, Historiker an der Ruhr-Uni Bochum

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker.** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses **Title: The Reliability of the Gospel: Historical Evidence for the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of JesusSummary: An exploration of the core gospel message—Christ's death, burial, and resurrection—supported by early historical sources and eyewitness accounts that demonstrate the reliability and rapid spread of Christian belief in the first century.Approximate Lesson Outline:00:00 - What Is the Gospel?01:18 - The Core Message: 1 Corinthians 1503:04 - The Resurrection Question05:02 - Paul's Timeline and Credibility09:06 - The Simplicity of the Gospel11:23 - Roman Historians on Early Christians14:04 - Pliny's Letter to Emperor Trajan19:19 - Trajan's Response21:21 - Josephus: A Jewish Historian's Account

Eudocia was from Heliopolis of Phoenicia (now Baalbek in Lebanon). A surpassingly beautiful pagan, she led a licentious life and became wealthy from the gifts of her many lovers. One day an elderly monk, Germanus, came to Heliopolis and stayed with a Christian whose house adjoined Eudocia's. At night, he began to read aloud from the Psalter and a book on the Last Judgment. From next-door, Eudocia heard him. Her heart was reached, and she stood attentively all night, listening to every word in fear and contrition. The next day she begged Germanus to visit her, and he explained the saving Christian faith to her. Finally, Eudocia asked the local bishop to baptise her. She freed her servants, gave all her wealth to the poor, and entered a monastery.   "Her former lovers, enraged at her conversion, her refusal to return to her old ways, and the withering away of her beauty through the severe mortifications she practiced, betrayed her as a Christian to Vincent the Governor, and she was beheaded"(Great Horologion). According to some,this was under Trajan (98-117); according to others, under Hadrian (117-138).   The Prologue gives a somewhat different account: that after entering the monastery, Eudocia was permitted to pursue the monastic life in peace — with such devotion that, thirteen months after she entered the monastery, she was chosen as abbess. She lived for fifty-six years in the monastery, and was granted the gift of raising the dead. In her old age, a persecution of Christians arose, and Eudocia was beheaded along with many others. "Here is a wonderful example of how a vessel of uncleanness can be purified, sanctified and filled with a precious, heavenly fragrance by the grace of the Holy Spirit" (Prologue).

Ambie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Trajan, The Gang, and Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated. Then we talk about what we would put in our board game go bags (if we had them) to take to gatherings that aren't necessarily about board games. 0:00-Intro 0:39-Announcements 2:10-Recent Games - Trajan 10:38-The Gang 18:42-Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated 20:08-BG Go Bags 28:58-Outro 30:02-Bloopers Join our discord Support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/boardgameblitz Or shop at our merch store or our Amazon Storefront This episode was sponsored by Grey Fox Games. Use the code "BLITZ2026" to get 10% off your entire cart. Consolidated Links For the full show notes visit our site at http://www.boardgameblitz.com/posts/431

Professor Barry Strauss. During Trajan's campaign against Parthia, a coordinated Jewish revolt erupted across Libya, Egypt, and Cyprus. This massive insurgency threatened Rome's grain supply, forcing Trajan to divert troops. The suppression of this revolt devastated the historic Jewish community in Alexandria and strained Roman resources. 1843 MASADA

THE BARRACKS EMPERORS AND THE ANTONINE PLAGUE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. The discussion turns to the "barracks emperors," highlighting Trajan's expansion into Dacia and Hadrian's infrastructure focus. Watts describes Marcus Aurelius's Stoic governance during constant warfare and a devastating smallpox pandemic, which forced Rome to settle German immigrants to repopulate the empire. NUMBER 12

THE YEAR OF FOUR EMPERORS AND FLAVIAN RULE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Watts analyzes the chaos following Nero's death, where Vespasian seized power after a brutal civil war that burned Capitoline Hill. The segment covers the Flavian dynasty, Titus's destruction of Jerusalem, and Domitian's vilification, concluding with Nerva's coup and the adoption of Trajan to stabilize the succession. NUMBER 11

SHOW 12-19-25 THE SHOW BEGINS WITH DOUBTS ABOUTGAVIN NNEWSOM  ON THE AMPAIGN TRAIL FOR 2028... LA 1900 WEST COAST WEATHER AND PORTLAND'S DECLINE Colleague Jeff Bliss, Pacific Watch. Jeff Bliss reports that Nordstrom Rack is leaving downtown Portland, citing high vacancy rates, crime, and homelessness. He also details a massive atmospheric river bringing heavy rain to the West Coast and dangerous Tule fog in California, while analyzing Gavin Newsom's presidential prospects amidst state economic struggles. NUMBER 1 CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting that AI in military war games tends to escalate conflicts aggressively toward nuclear options, warning that China may fuse AI with its nuclear command systems. NUMBER 2 ITALY'S ECONOMIC STABILITY AND DEMOGRAPHIC CRISIS Colleague Lorenzo Fiori, Il Giornale. Lorenzo Fiori reports that Italy's economy is stabilizing, with debt under control and bond spreads narrowing close to Germany's levels. While northern Italy remains industrialized, the south suffers from depopulation and climate change. Fiori emphasizes the urgent need for government policies to boost Italy's declining birth rate. NUMBER 3 NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION AND RUSSIAN SANCTIONS Colleague Henry Sokolski, Nonproliferation Policy Education Center. Sokolski criticizes the lifting of sanctions on Russian banks for nuclear projects and highlights the dangers at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant. He warns against potential deals allowing Saudi Arabia and South Korea to enrich uranium, arguing this brings them dangerously close to bomb-making capabilities. NUMBER 4 LANCASTER COUNTY AND A HOLIDAY SPENDING SLUMP Colleague Jim McTague, Author and Journalist. Reporting from Lancaster County, Jim McTague observes a sluggish Christmas shopping season, with consumers buying practical items like gloves rather than expensive packages. While tourist venues like Sight & Sound Theaterremain busy, he predicts a mild recession in 2026 due to rising local taxes and utility costs. NUMBER 5 THE URGENCY OF SOCIAL SECURITY REFORM Colleague Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus Center. Veronique de Rugy argues Social Security must be reformed before trust funds run dry in the 2030s. She contends the system unfairly redistributes wealth from young workers to increasingly wealthy seniors and advocates for capping benefits or means-testing rather than raising taxes or allowing across-the-board cuts. NUMBER 6 NASA'S NEW LEADERSHIP AND PRIVATE SPACE Colleague Bob Zimmerman, BehindtheBlack.com. Bob Zimmerman discusses Jared Isaacman's confirmation as NASA administrator and an executive order prioritizing commercial space. Zimmerman predicts Isaacman might cancel the crewed Artemis II mission due to safety concerns with the Orion capsule, signaling a shift away from government-run programs like SLS toward private enterprise. NUMBER 7 SPACE BRIEFS: ROCKET LAB AND MARS RIVERS Colleague Bob Zimmerman, BehindtheBlack.com. Zimmerman highlights Rocket Lab's record launches and Max Space's new inflatable station module. He notes a European satellite report on sea levels omitted "global warming" references. Additionally, he describes Martian drainage features that resemble rivers and cites a study claiming AI algorithms are exposing children to harmful content. NUMBER 8 THE FALL OF THE REPUBLIC: SULLA TO CAESAR Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Watts traces the Republic's fall, starting with the rivalry between Marius and Sulla. Sulla'sbrutal proscriptions and dictatorship traumatized a young Julius Caesar. Watts explains that Caesar eventually concluded the Republic's structures were broken, leading him to seize power to enforce rights, which his assassins misinterpreted as kingship. NUMBER 9 NERO, AGRIPPINA, AND THE MATRICIDE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Professor Watts details the pathology of the Roman emperorship, focusing on Agrippina's maneuvering to install her son Nero. Watts describes Nero's eventual assassination of his mother using a collapsible ship and his pivot to seeking popularity through rigged Olympic victories in Greece before losing control of Rome. NUMBER 10 THE YEAR OF FOUR EMPERORS AND FLAVIAN RULE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Watts analyzes the chaos following Nero's death, where Vespasian seized power after a brutal civil war that burned Capitoline Hill. The segment covers the Flavian dynasty, Titus's destruction of Jerusalem, and Domitian's vilification, concluding with Nerva's coup and the adoption of Trajan to stabilize the succession. NUMBER 11 THE BARRACKS EMPERORS AND THE ANTONINE PLAGUE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. The discussion turns to the "barracks emperors," highlighting Trajan's expansion into Dacia and Hadrian's infrastructure focus. Watts describes Marcus Aurelius's Stoic governance during constant warfare and a devastating smallpox pandemic, which forced Rome to settle German immigrants to repopulate the empire. NUMBER 12 SUPREME COURT CHALLENGES TO TARIFF POWERS Colleague Professor Richard Epstein, Hoover Institution. Professor Epstein analyzes potential Supreme Court rulings on the President's use of emergency powers for broad tariffs. He predicts the Court may find the interpretation unconstitutional, creating a logistical nightmare regarding the refund of billions in collected revenues and addressing the complexity of overturning Article I court precedents. NUMBER 13 EXECUTIVE POWER AND INDEPENDENT AGENCIES Colleague Professor Richard Epstein, Hoover Institution. Epstein discusses a Supreme Court case regarding the President's power to fire members of independent boards like the FTC. He fears Chief Justice Roberts will side with executive power, a move Epstein views as an "unmitigated disaster" that undermines the necessary independence of agencies like the Federal Reserve. NUMBER 14 ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN AND CONSUMER SPENDING Colleague Gene Marks, The Guardian. Gene Marksreports on a US economic slowdown, citing contracting architectural billings and falling hotel occupancy. He notes that while the wealthy continue spending, the middle class is cutting back on dining out. Marks attributes inflation to government money circulation and discusses proposals for mandated retirement contributions. NUMBER 15 AI ADOPTION IN BUSINESS AND CONSTRUCTION Colleague Gene Marks, The Guardian. Marks argues that AI is enhancing productivity rather than replacing humans, despite accuracy issues. He highlights AI adoption in construction, including drones and augmented reality for safety. Marks notes that small businesses are eager for these technologies to improve efficiency, while displaced tech workers find roles in smaller firms. NUMBER 16