Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms-full.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # THE ANCIENT WORLD From the first human civilizations to the Hellenistic and Roman eras ## Posts ### [Episode C21 - Son of a Nobody](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/06/episode-c21-son-of-a-nobody/) **Published:** June 10, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: During Neo-Assyria’s absence from the region, King Hazael of Aram-Damascus forges an Aramean Empire that extends to the borders of Egypt. “And Hazael said, ‘Why does my lord weep?’ He answered, ‘Because I know the evil that you will do to the people of Israel. You will set on fire their fortresses, and you will kill their young men with the sword and dash in pieces their little ones and rip open their pregnant women.’” – 2 Kings 8:12, English Standard Bible Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C21\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C21_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C21\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C21_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode A14 - Fame Imperishable](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/08/episode-a14-fame-imperishable/) **Published:** August 30, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![Stone statue of a winged mythical creature perched on a rocky pedestal against a clear blue sky.](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/A14_Image-1024x1024.jpg "A14_Image | THE ANCIENT WORLD")A14 ImageSynopsis: The fall of Old Europe and dissolution of the Cucuteni-Tripolye Culture left horse-riding steppe-herders the unchallenged paradigm on the Pontic-Caspian steppe. The introduction of the wagon around 3500 BC enabled their adoption of a fully-nomadic lifestyle, culminating with the complete dominance of the Proto-Indo-European-speaking Yamnaya horizon. > “I will declare the manly deeds of Indra, the first that he achieved, the Thunder-wielder. He slew the Dragon, then disclosed the waters, and cleft the channels of the mountain torrents. He slew the Dragon lying on the mountain: his heavenly bolt of thunder Tvastar fashioned. Like lowing kine in rapid flow descending the waters glided downward to the ocean.” *– The Rig-Veda Book 1, Hymn XXXII. Indra* Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe c. 4050 BC: ![Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe showing ancient cultures with colored regions labeled: Sredni Stog, Cucuteni-Trypolye, and Khvalynsk; surrounding seas and rivers.](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PCS4050-1-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Pontic_Caspian_Steppe_c4050_BC_v3 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Pontic Caspian Steppe c4050 BC v3Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe c. 3200 BC: ![Map showing the Pontic-Caspian Steppe region and surrounding cultures around 3200 BC, with colored zones labeled (Yamna Horizon, Botai-Tersek, Maikop, Usatovo).](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PCS3200-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Pontic_Caspian_Steppe_c3200_BC_v1 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Pontic Caspian Steppe c3200 BC v1[Episode A14 Images (click here)](https://www.flickr.com/photos/75506172@N07/albums/72177720335342929/) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A14\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A14_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A13 - The Steppe and The Sewn](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/08/episode-a13-the-steppe-and-the-sewn/) **Published:** August 16, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** SEASON 3 PREMIERE Synopsis: Despite the generally inhospitable environment, many ancient hunter-gatherers made the Northern Steppe their home. During the 6th and 5th millennia BC, their interactions with successive waves of migrating farmer-herders prompted a new cultural orientation toward the acquisition and control of large herds of cattle. Toward end of the period, the development of horse-riding enabled steppe tribes to invade the wealthy, sophisticated metalworking culture of Old Europe. Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe c. 5800 BC: ![Historical map of the Pontic–Caspian Steppe with rivers, seas, and labeled regions in the ancient world](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PCS5800-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Pontic_Caspian_Steppe_c5800_BC_v3 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Pontic Caspian Steppe c5800 BC v3Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe c. 4800 BC: ![Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe showing colored cultural regions—Dnieper-Donets II culture, Cucuteni-Trypilye culture, and Khvalynsk culture—surrounded by the Black Sea, Caspian Sea, and nearby rivers.](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PCS4800-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Pontic_Caspian_Steppe_c4800_BC_v4 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Pontic Caspian Steppe c4800 BC v4Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe c. 4050 BC: ![Map of the Pontic-Caspian Steppe showing major cultures (Sredni Stog, Cucuteni-Trypole, Khvalynsk) and labeled rivers across Europe and Asia.](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PCS4050-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Pontic_Caspian_Steppe_c4050_BC_v3 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Pontic Caspian Steppe c4050 BC v3[Click Here for Episode Images](https://www.flickr.com/photos/75506172@N07/albums/72177720335097086) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A13\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A13_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode B1 - Triumph](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/10/episode-b1-triumph/) **Published:** October 24, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The early years of Cleopatra Selene, daughter of Cleopatra and Mark Antony. “And herein particularly did he give offense to the Romans, since he bestowed the honorable and solemn rites of his native country upon the Egyptians for Cleopatra’s sake.” – Plutarch, *The Life of Marcus Antonius* “Pity fixed the eyes of the Romans upon the infants; and many of them could not forbear tears, and all beheld the sight with a mixture of sorrow and pleasure, until the children were passed.” – Plutarch, *The Life of Lucius Aemilius Paulus* Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/03-607x1024.png "03 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")03- C. P. Cavafy (Mendelsohn translation) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Actium, Alexandria, Armenia, Cleopatra, Egypt, Octavian, Parthia, Rome, Selene, Triumph --- ### [Episode B3 - Ephebus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/11/episode-b3-ephebus_96/) **Published:** November 24, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Juba accompanies Octavian during the conquest of Egypt. “Thus was Egypt enslaved.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome, Book LI* Octavian Family Tree: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/12-641x1024.png "12 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")12- C. P. Cavafy (Mehdelsohn translation) Octavian Family Tree [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Octavian\_Clan.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Octavian_Clan.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Actium, Cleopatra, Egypt, Juba, Mauretania, Octavian, Rome, Selene --- ### [Episode B19 - The Prefect](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/09/episode-b19-prefect/) **Published:** September 11, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Tiberius Julius Alexander throws Egypt’s backing behind Vespasian’s bid for the throne. “Accordingly, in order to overthrow John (of Gischala), they determined to admit Simon (bar Giora), and earnestly to desire the introduction of a second tyrant into the city…Accordingly he, in an arrogant manner, granted them his lordly protection, and came into the city, in order to deliver it from the zealots. The people also made joyful acclamations to him, as their savior and their preserver; but when he was come in, with his army, he took care to secure his own authority, and looked upon those that had invited him in to be no less his enemies than those against whom the invitation was intended. And thus did Simon get possession of Jerusalem.” – Josephus, *The Jewish War*, Book IV, Chapter 9 Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/05-724x1024.png "05 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")05- C. P. Cavafy (Mehdelsohn translation) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Egypt, Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode T3 - Thea](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/01/episode-t3-thea/) **Published:** January 17, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Lysias attempts to exercise control through the young King Antiochus V, but a deadly incident with a Roman delegation gives hope to the captive Demetrius. Ptolemy Physcon challenges his brother Ptolemy VI for control of Egypt and Cyprus. “They then went on board, and the pilot weighed anchor and started just as the day was breaking, having absolutely no idea of the real state of the case, but believing that he was conveying some soldiers from Menyllus to Ptolemy…It was not until the fourth day after his start that, Demetrius being looked for in vain, the truth was suspected. On the fifth the Senate was hastily summoned to consider the matter, when Demetrius had already cleared the Straits of Messina. The Senate gave up all idea of pursuit.” – Polybius, *The Histories, Book XXXI* ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/04-593x1024.png "04 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")04- C. P. Cavafy (Mehdelsohn translation) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T5 - Balas](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/02/episode-t5-balas/) **Published:** February 15, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Demetrius struggles to preserve his throne but ends up falling in battle. Alexander Balas begins his reign by marrying Ptolemy’s daughter, Cleopatra Thea. While the sons of Demetrius remain a threat, the couple are also forced to confront the growing menace of Parthia. “Then gathered king Alexander great forces, and camped over against Demetrius. And after the two kings had joined battle, Demetrius’ host fled: but Alexander followed after him, and prevailed against them. And he continued the battle very sore until the sun went down: and that day was Demetrius slain.” – 1 Maccabees ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/06-1-612x1024.png "06 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")06![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Screenshot-2026-04-04-174901.png "Screenshot 2026-04-04 174901 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Screenshot 2026 04 04 174901- C. P. Cavafy (Mendelsohn translation) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T16 - The Sons of Thea](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/03/episode-t16-the-sons-of-thea/) **Published:** March 13, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: While the Ptolemies intrigue in Coele Syria, Antiochus VIII Grypus and his half-brother Antiochus IX Cyzicenus struggle for seventeen years to win control of the north. After the rivals die in quick succession, the kingdom comes under control of Seleucus VI and Demetrius III, the allied sons of Grypus. “Then Grypus proceeded to besiege Antioch, the city where Cyzicenus’ wife Cleopatra (IV) was to be found, and when it was captured Tryphaena, the wife of Grypus, ordered that the highest priority be given to hunting down her sister…to ensure that she escape one of the miseries of captivity. For Tryphaena believed that it was from feelings of jealousy towards herself that Cleopatra had entered this kingdom rather than any other, and that she had declared herself her sister’s enemy by marrying her sister’s foe.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 39 ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/08-665x1024.png "08 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")08- C. P. Cavafy (Mendelsohn translation) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Characene, Charax, Cleopatra, Commagene, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Elymais, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T18 - Tigranes](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/04/episode-t18-tigranes/) **Published:** April 10, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The death of King Philip I marks the official end of the Seleucid line. Invited by the Antiochenes to rule them, King Tigranes II of Armenia proceeds to conquer all of Syria – including Cleopatra Selene’s stronghold of Ptolemais-Akko. But Tigranes’ refusal to abandon his ally, King Mithridates VI of Pontus, leads to his empire’s destruction. “Tigranes…marched forth with an army of such huge proportions that he actually laughed heartily at the appearance of the Romans present there. He is said to have remarked that, in cases where they came to make war, only a few presented themselves, but when it was an embassy, many came.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome, Book 36* “Pompey…expelled Antiochus (XIII), from the government of Syria, although he had done the Romans no wrong…The pretense was that it was unseemly for the Seleucidae, whom Tigranes had dethroned, to govern Syria, rather than the Romans, who had conquered Tigranes.” – Appian, *The Syrian Wars*, Book 10 ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/09-737x1024.png "09 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")09- C. P. Cavafy (Mendelsohn translation) (Absolutely awesome and super-useful) map of Syria and surrounding territories c. 87 BC Map of the Greater Armenian Empire of King Tigranes II ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Characene, Charax, Cleopatra, Commagene, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Elymais, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode A12 - The Flood](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/03/episode-a12-the-flood/) **Published:** March 15, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ring-1024x1024.jpg "Ring | THE ANCIENT WORLD")RingSEASON 2 FINALE Synopsis: Shulgi and his successors face major challenges to Ur III rule, including Amorite attacks, Sumerian rivals, and a newly-emboldened Shimashki. > “The god Enlil granted to Shu-Sin a long lifespan, a crown and tiara, a scepter of long days, a royal throne, a firm foundation, years of abundance, a weapon – the flood – which casts terror…” – Copy of an inscription from a statue of Shu-Sin commemorating a victory over Shimashki Map of the Near East c. 2060 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2060BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2060_BC_Map_v2 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2060 BC Map v2Map of the Near East c. 2028 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2028BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2028_BC_Map_v3 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2028 BC Map v3Map of the Near East c. 2000 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2000BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2000_BC_Map_v2 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2000 BC Map v2Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A12\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A12_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A11 - Behind the Mountains](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/03/episode-a11-behind-the-mountains/) **Published:** March 1, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Birdman-1024x1024.jpg "19825 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")19825Synopsis: The Proto-Elamite horizon sparked innovation and trade throughout Iran and Central Asia, and its collapse saw the emergence of numerous “secondary states”. Toward the end of the Third Millennium BC, the dominant polity east of the Zagros was the Oxus Civilization. Map of the Middle Asian Interaction Sphere: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MAIS-1024x859.png "MAIS | THE ANCIENT WORLD")MAISEpisode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A11\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A11_References.pdf) ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Animation.gif "Animation | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Animation\*The world’s earliest known “animation.” Reproduction of a series of images on a pottery goblet found in Shahr-i-Sokhta (Proto-Elamite period, c. 3178 BC) now in the National Museum of Iran. Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A10 - The Sword of Sumer](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/02/episode-a10-the-sword-of-sumer/) **Published:** February 8, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ur-Namma-765x1024.jpg "Ur-Namma | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Ur NammaSynopsis: Ur-Namma unifies Sumer and ejects the Elamites. His son, King Shulgi, designs a new empire and begins a push for Zagros domination. > “The trustworthy shepherd, king, the sword of Sumer, Ur-Namma, the king of the Land, was taken to the …house…he who was beloved by the troops, could not raise his neck anymore. The wise one…lay down; silence descended. As he, who was the vigor of the Land, had fallen, the Land became demolished like a mountain…He passed away in his prime…abandoned, like a broken jar.” – *The Death of Ur-Namma* Map of the Near East c. 2112 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2112BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2112_BC_Map_v2 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2112 BC Map v2Map of the Near East c. 2060 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2060BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2060_BC_Map_v2 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2060 BC Map v2Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A10\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A10_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A9 - Seventy Kings](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/01/episode-a9-seventy-kings/) **Published:** January 18, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Montu-1024x1024.jpg "Montu | THE ANCIENT WORLD")MontuSynopsis: With the fall of the Old Kingdom, power devolves to the various *nomes*. The Herakleopolitan House of Khety extends control over most of Egypt before eventually being defeated and deposed by the rival House of Thebes. > “I took care of the towns of Hefat and Hormer in every situation of crisis, when the sky was clouded and the earth was parched and everybody died of hunger. The south came with its people and the north with its children; they brought the finest oil in exchange for the barley that was given to them. The whole of Upper Egypt died of hunger and each individual had reached such a state of hunger that he ate his own children. But I refused to see anyone die of hunger and gave to the north the grain of Upper Egypt. I brought life to the provinces of Nekhen and Edfu, Elephantine and Ombos.” – Tomb Inscription of the Nomarch Ankhtifi Episode Image: Painted osiride sandstone seated Ka statue of king Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II, on display at the Egyptian Museum, Cairo. By Prof. Mortel, CC BY 2.0, . Map of Egypt in the First Intermediate Period: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/A9_Egypt.PNG "A9_Egypt | THE ANCIENT WORLD")A9 EgyptEpisode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A9\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A9_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A8 - Who Was King](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2026/01/episode-a8-who-was-king/) **Published:** January 4, 2026 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gudea-768x1024.jpg "Gudea | THE ANCIENT WORLD")GudeaSynopsis: The impacts of the Aridification Event lead to Akkadian collapse. Gudea of Lagash asserts independence and shepherds the south through the aftermath. The brief period of Guti domination is terminated by the Elamite invasion of Kutik-Inshushinak and the Sumerian revolt of Utu-Hegal of Uruk. > “They placed fetters on (Tirigan’s) hands and put a cloth over his eyes. Utu-Hegal made him lie at Utu’s feet and on his neck he set his foot. Gutium, the fanged snake of the mountain ranges, he made drink from the cracks in the earth.” – Victory Stele of Utu-Hegal of Uruk Episode Image: Statue of Gudea, Ensi of Lagash, on display at the British Museum, 2025. My photo. Map of the Near East c. 2200 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2200BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2200_BC_Map_v1 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2200 BC Map v1Map of the Near East c. 2112 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2112BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2112_BC_Map_v2 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2112 BC Map v2Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A8\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A8_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A7 - The Abode of Clouds](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/12/episode-a7-the-abode-of-clouds/) **Published:** December 21, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Pic02.PNG "Pic02 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Pic02Synopsis: The science behind the 4.2 kiloyear BPE Aridification Event. > “The great farming tracts brought forth no grain, > > The irrigated farming tracts brought forth no fish, > > The well-watered orchard brought forth neither syrup nor wine. > > The gathering clouds brought no rain, not even weeds would grow.” – *The Curse of Agade* Episode Image: Composite drawing of a Hurrian royal seal impression showing the *endan* Tupkish with the crown prince touching his lap and Queen Uqnitum holding her daughter on her lap. From Giorgio Buccellati and Marilyn Kelly-Buccellati, *In Search of Hurrian Urkesh: City of Myth*, Odyssey, May/June 2021. Map of the Near East c. 2200 BC: ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2200BC-1024x645.jpg "The_Ancient_World_Near_East_c2200_BC_Map_v1 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")The Ancient World Near East c2200 BC Map v1Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A7\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A7_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode C6 – The Splendid Flame](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/06/episode-c6-the-splendid-flame/) **Published:** June 24, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In the wake of the Sea Peoples, the Hittite Great King Kuzi-Teshub focuses on rebuilding and strengthening his kingdom. A powerful new threat soon emerges in the form of King Tiglath-Pileser I of Assyria. “In the service of my Lord Ashur, my chariots and warriors I assembled; I set out on my march. In front of my strong men I went to the country of the Aramaeans, the enemies of my Lord Ashur. From before Tsukha, as far as the city of (Carchemish) belonging to the country of (Hatti), I smote with *one blow*. Their fighting men I slew; their movables, their wealth, and their valuables in countless numbers I carried off.” – Inscription of Tiglath-Pileser I Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C6\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C6_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C5 – The Sea Peoples](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/06/episode-c5-the-sea-peoples/) **Published:** June 3, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Sea Peoples cut a swath of devastation across the Levant before their final confrontation with the pharaoh Ramesses III of Egypt. The Hittite Great King Suppiluliuma II abandons the capital of Hattusas before its final destruction. “Regarding what you wrote me before: ‘Enemy ships were observed at sea!’ If it is true that ships were observed, reinforce yourself. Where are your troops and chariots? Are they not with you? If not, who will deliver you from the enemy? Surround your cities with walls and bring your troops and chariots into them. Watch out for the enemy and reinforce yourself well!” – Letter from the King of Alashiya to King Ammurapi of Ugarit Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C5\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C5_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Aegean, Akkadian, Akko, Alashiya, Aleppo, Ammurapi, Amurru, Anatolia, Arzawa, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Carchemish, Cyprus, Denyen, Dor, Egyptian, Emar, Gasga, Gaza, Gurgum, Hamath, Hammurabi, Hatti, Hattusas, Hazor, Hittite, Hurrian, Jaffa, Kaska, Lacish, Lukka, Luwians, Malatya, Marqas, Megiddo, Merneptah, Nile, Orontes, Palestine, Peleset, Philistines, Phrygians, Qadesh, Qatna, Ramesses, Shekelesh, Suppiluliuma, Syria, Talmi-Teshub, Tarhuntassa, Tjeker, Tyre, Ugarit, Weshesh --- ### [Episode C4 – The Great Kings](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/05/episode-c4-the-great-kings/) **Published:** May 20, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Great King Tudhaliya’s sons, Arnuwanda and Suppiluliuma, take power in a time of growing famine. The collapse of Mycenaean Greece intensifies the predations of Aegean and Mediterranean pirates, who threaten Hittite grain shipments and ally with the Libyans to launch an invasion of Egypt. Among the earliest victims of the seaborne invaders is the storied city of Troy. “But when the whole host reached the walls of Troy, into the city of Priam, breathing rage of fight, with reckless battle-lust they poured; and all that fortress found they full of war and slaughter, palaces, temples, horribly blazing on all sides; glowed their hearts with joy. In deadly mood then charged they on the foe. Ares and fell Enyo maddened there: blood ran in torrents, drenched was all the earth, as Trojans and their alien helpers died.” – Quintus Smyrnaeus, *The Fall of Troy, Book 13* (translated by A. S. Way) Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C4\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C4_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Achaea, Achilles, Ahhiyawa, Alaksandu, Alashiya, Alexandros, Ammurapi, Amurru, Anatolia, Arnuwanda, Atreus, Attarssiya, Bosporus, Canaan, Carchemish, copper, Cyprus, Dorian, Egypt, Ekwesh, Eratosthenes, Etruria, Greece, Hammurabi, Hartapu, Hattusas, Hattusili, Hector, Hellenes, Hepat, Homer, Iliad, Ini-Teshub, Kurunta, Lukka, Luwian, Merneptah, Mursili, Nergal, Niqmaddu, Orchomenos, Pariamu, Piyassili, Priam, Puduhepa, Pylos, Raddato, Ramesses, Sardinia, Sharruma, Shekelesh, Sherden, Sicily, Suhurunuwash, Suppiluliuma, Syria, Talmi-Teshub, Tarhuntassa, Teshub, Thebes, Thucydides, Tiryns, Trojan, Troy, Tudhaliya, Ugarit, Urhi-Teshub, Walmu, Wilusa, Yazilikaya --- ### [Episode C3 – The Eternal Treaty](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/05/episode-c3-the-eternal-treaty/) **Published:** May 6, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Hattusili III’s diplomacy with the pharaoh Ramesses II culminates in the world’s first peace treaty. After his death, his son Tudhaliya IV drives out the Ahhiyawans, then defends northern Syria against Assyrian aggression. “The Kings who are my equals in rank are the King of Egypt, the King of Babylonia, the King of Assyria, \[and the King of Ahhiyawa\]…Since the King of Assyria is the enemy of My Majesty, he shall likewise be your enemy. Your merchant shall not go to Assyria, and you shall not allow his merchant into your land…You shall not allow any ship of Ahhiyawa to go to the King of Assyria.” – *Treaty Between Tudhaliya IV of Hatti and Shaushga-Muwa, King of Amurru* Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C3\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C3_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Adad-nirari, Ahhiyawa, Amurru, Anatolia, Arzawa, Assyria, Babylon, Carchemish, Eteocles, Hatti, Hattusili, Hayaza-Azzi, Hittite, Hurrian, Kaska, Kassites, Kizzuwadna, Kurunta, Lukka, Luwian, Lycia, Maathornneferure, Milawata, Miletus, Mitanni, Mursili, Muwatalli, Mycenaean, Nerik, Nerik-kaili, Nihriya, Piyama-Radu, Puduhepa, Ramesses, Shalmaneser, Shattuara, Suppiluliuma, Syria, Tarhuntassa, Tawagalawa, Troy, Tudhaliya, Tukulti-Ninurta, Turira, Urhi-Teshub, Washashatta, Wilusa --- ### [Episode C2 - Tarhuntassa](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/04/episode-c2-tarhuntassa/) **Published:** April 22, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: King Muwatalli II relocates the Hittite capital to the new royal city of Tarhuntassa near the Mediterranean coast, then faces off against the young pharaoh Ramesses II in the Battle of Qadesh. After Muwatalli’s death, his son and brother – Urhi-Teshub and Hattusili – contend for the Hittite throne. “For seven years I submitted to the king. But at a divine command and with human urging, Urhi-Teshub sought to destroy me. He took Hakpissa and Nerik from me. Now I submitted to him no longer. I made war against him.” – *The Apology of Hattusili III* Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C2\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C2_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Achaean, Adad, Adad-nirari, Ahhiyawa, Ammana, Amun, Amurru, Anatolia, Arzawa, Atpa, Carchemish, Damascus, Egypt, Euphrates, Hadad, Haskpissa, Hatti, Hattusili, Hepat, Horemheb, Hurri, Hurrian, Ishtar, Kadesh, Karnak, Kaska, Kizzuwadna, Kurunta, Lawazantiya, Lukka, Luwian, Lycia, Milawata, Miletus, Mitanni, Mursili, Muwatalli, Mycenaean, Nerik, Niqmaddu, Niqmepa, Nuhashshi, Pegasus, Pentip-sharri, Puduhepa, Qadesh, Ramesses, Sahurunuwash, Samuha, Sardinia, Seri, Seti, Shattiwaza, Shattuara, Shaushga-Ishtar, Sherden, Suppiluliuma, Syria, Talmi-Sharruma, Tarhunna, Tarhunt, Tarhuntassa, Taurus, tawros, Teshub, Tuya, Ugarit, Urhi-Teshub, Washukanni --- ### [Episode C1 - Carchemish](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/04/episode-c1-carchemish/) **Published:** April 8, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In the late 14th century BC, the Hittite Great King Suppiluliuma wrested Syria from the grip of the Hurrian kingdom of Mitanni. Two of his sons would succeed him to the throne, while two others founded new dynasties in the cities of Aleppo and Carchemish. “The Euphrates is my frontier. In my rear, I established Mount Lebanon as my frontier. And all of the cities of the land of Carchemish – these fortified cities – I gave to Piyassili, my son… Since Prince Piyassili crossed the Euphrates with Prince Shattiwaza and penetrated to the city of Irrite, all the cities on the west bank which Piyassili my son holds, these belong to Piyassili.” – The Suppiluliuma-Shattiwaza Treaty “The gods ran before my father, namely the Sun Goddess of Arinna, the Storm God of Hatti, the Storm God of the Army Camp, and Ishtar of the Field. He conquered the enemy.” – Mursili, *The Deeds of Suppiluliuma I* Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) The Hittite Royal Family: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Family\_Tree.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Family_Tree.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C1\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C1_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_1\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_1_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Achaean, Ahhiyawa, Aleppo, Amurru, Apasa, Arnuwanda, Arzawa, Assyria, Ay, Carchemish, Egypt, Ephesus, Euphrates, Hatti, Hattusas, Hittites, Horemheb, Hurrian, Kaska, Kizzuwadna, Luwian, Milawata, Miletus, Mira, Mitanni, Mursili, Neshites, Nuhashshe, Orontes, Piyassili, Qadesh, Sahurunuwash, Shattiwaza, Shuttarna, Suppiluliuma, Tarsus, Telipinu, Tushratta, Tutankhamun, Ugarit, Washukanni, Zannanza --- ### [Episode A6 - The Reign of Ishtar](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/07/episode-a6-the-reign-of-ishtar/) **Published:** July 6, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ancient3-1024x1024.jpg "Ancient3 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Ancient3Synopsis: The Akkadian Empire reaches its zenith under the rule of Naram-Sin. > “Its king, the shepherd, Naram-Sin, > > Shone forth like sunrise on the holy throne of Agade, > > Its walls, like a mountain range, reached up to graze the sky. > > Holy Inanna opened in them spacious gates, Big enough to let the Tigris flow out through them to the sea.” – The Curse of Agade Link to Download the Episode: Original Episode Art by Mike Oeming: Bust of Naram-sin by Museum Art Replicas: Map of SW Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A6\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A6_Map.png) Map of the Akkadian Empire (by Simeon Netchev, World History Encyclopedia): Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A6\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A6_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A5 - The Cupbearer](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/06/episode-a5-the-cupbearer/) **Published:** June 22, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Sargon of Akkad forges the world’s first Empire. > “After Enlil’s baleful glare > > Had slain Kish like the Bull of Heaven, > > Had slaughtered house and land of Uruk in the dust, > > like that monster bull, > > And Enlil had then and there given Sargon, king of Agade, > > Lordship of Uruk, kingship of Kish, > > From the lowlands to the upper regions, > > Then did holy Inanna busy herself to build > > Agade, the temple city, as her sublime dwelling, > > In Ulmash let her throne be set.” – The curse of Agade Link to Download the Episode: Map of SW Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A5\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A5_Map.png) Map of the Akkadian Empire (by Simeon Netchev, World History Encyclopedia): Episode Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A5\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A5_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A4 - The Pinnacle](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/06/episode-a4-the-pinnacle/) **Published:** June 8, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: This episode covers the rise and fall of the Egyptian Old Kingdom. > “The Second Dynasty consists of nine kings of This. The first was Boethos, for 38 years. In his reign a chasm opened at Bubastis, and many perished. > > Kaiechos, for 39 years. In his reign the bulls, Apis at Memphis and Mnevis at Heliopolis, and the Mendelsian goat were worshipped as gods. > > Binothris, for 47 years. In his reign it was decided that women might hold the kingly office. > > Tlas, for 17 years. Sethenes, for 41 years. Chaires, for 17 years. > > Nephercheres, for 25 years. In his reign (the story goes), the Nile flowed blended with honey for 11 days.” > > – Manetho’s *Aegyptiaca*, as quoted by Syncellus Link to Download the Episode: Map of SW Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4_Map.png) Map of Egypt: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4\_Egypt.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4_Egypt.png) Map of the Pyramid Fields: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4\_Pyramids.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4_Pyramids.jpg) Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A4_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A2 - The First Royal House](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/05/episode-a2-the-first-royal-house/) **Published:** May 11, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: This episode covers the early civilizations of Egypt and the Caucasus region, including the Kura-Araxes and Maikop. > “In succession to the Spirits of the Dead and the Demigods, the Egyptians reckon the First Dynasty to consist of eight kings. Among these was Menes (Narmer), whose rule in Egypt was illustrious. I shall record the rulers of each race from the time of Menes. Their succession is as follows…” – Manetho’s *Aegyptiaca*, as quoted by Syncellus Link to Download the Episode: Map of SW Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2_Map.png) Map of Egypt: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2\_Egypt.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2_Egypt.png) Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A2_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A3 - Kings of Kish](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/05/episode-a3-kings-of-kish/) **Published:** May 25, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ancient2lg-1024x1024.jpg "Ancient2lg | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Ancient2lgSynopsis: This episode covers the Early Dynastic Period in Sumer and northern Syria. > “Eannatum gave the great battle net of Enlil to the leader of Umma and made him swear to him by it. The leader of Umma swore to Eannatum: ‘By the life of Enlil, king of heaven and earth! I may exploit the field of Ningirsu as an interest-bearing loan. I shall not destroy the irrigation channel! Forever and evermore, I shall not transgress the territory of Ningirsu! I shall not shift the course of its irrigation channels and canals! I shall not smash its monuments! Whenever I do transgress, may the great battle net of Enlil, king of heaven and earth, by which I have sworn, descend upon Umma’.” – The Stele of the Vultures Link to Download the Episode: Original Episode Art by Mike Oeming: Map of SW Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3_Map.png) Map of Sumer and Northern Syria (c. 2380 BC): [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3\_Sumer.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3_Sumer.png) Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3\_Kings.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3_Kings.pdf) Images: References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A3_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Episode A1 - The Four Quarters](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2025/04/episode-a1-the-four-quarters/) **Published:** April 27, 2025 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ancient1-1024x1024.png "Ancient1 | THE ANCIENT WORLD")Ancient1Synopsis: The launch of “The Ancient World – Ages”, a new series covering the Early Bronze Age Collapse (c. 2200 BC) and the remaking of Southwest Eurasia. We start things off with a discussion of the Ubaid and Uruk Periods of early Mesopotamia. > “After Anu, Enlil, Enki, and Ninhursag > > Had fashioned the black-headed people, > > Vegetation luxuriated from the earth, > > Animals, four-legged creatures of the plain, were brought > > artfully into existence.” – The Deluge Myth Link to Download the Episode: Original Episode Art By: Map of Southwest Eurasia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A1\_Map.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A1_Map.png) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A1\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A1_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Ages --- ### [Another Message to Listeners](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/07/another-message-to-listeners/) **Published:** July 22, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Hi! Well, a little over a month has passed since I posted the last episode, and what a busy month it has been. The longed-for tapering off I’ve been hoping for has yet to transpire, but I’m still working hard toward my self-imposed deadline of getting the next episode posted before the end of July. Since I’ll be away the better part of next weekend, that puts a little extra pressure on me, but I still think I’ll be able to pull it off. So keep your eyes out for Episode 10, “Picking Up the Pieces,” coming your way soon! Also, my ongoing busy-ness is, unfortunately, making the weekly(-ish) podcast schedule untenable, so I wanted to let everyone know that I’ll be dropping back to a bi-weekly schedule for at least the month of August, and possibly for the remainder of the podcast. That’s the only way I feel I can give each episode the time and attention it deserves. Trust me, you do not want to short shrift the Neo-Assyrians – they tend to take things very personally. Thanks again for listening, and keep spreading the word! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [TAW and Mobile Devices](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/11/taw-and-mobile-devices/) **Published:** November 29, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I know, I know, you were probably hoping I’d developed an app for the show or something (which would be awesome!), but no such luck. A listener recently raised an issue that I realized might be more widespread, and I just wanted to get the word out. If you’ve been accessing the website ([www.ancientworldpodast.com](http://www.ancientworldpodast.com/)) via a mobile device (as opposed to via a regular computer), there is a part of the web page you may not be seeing. Specifically, there’s a right-hand column where I post links of images and maps (and, occasionally, photos I’ve taken) applicable to each episode, which can really be helpful in following the action and getting the flavor of some of the cultures. This right-hand column also has links to TAW on Facebook, Twitter, iTunes, and Stitcher, as well as a list of References and Recommended Reading (at the bottom). To access this content from a mobile device, you will need to tell your device to “view web version.” This may be much ado about nothing, but I want to make sure everyone has access to all the website materials so they get the fullest possible experience. Thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Episode C8 - The Heirs of Hatti](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/01/episode-c8-the-heirs-of-hatti/) **Published:** January 1, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Great Kings of Carchemish continue ruling over a Hittite rump state in northern Syria as they support the region’s recovery. After an attack by the Assyrian king Ashur-bel-kala, the Carchemish dynasty is supplanted by the house of Suhi. “In that year, in the month Kislev,…from the River Khabur of the land Kharku to the city of Carchemish of the land Hatti he plundered. He crossed the Euphrates after them in rafts made of inflated goatskins.” – The Broken Obelisk (of Ashur-bel-kala) Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C8\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C8_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_2\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_2_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Adad-apla-iddina, Akkadian, Anatolia, Aramean, Asharid-apal-Ekur, Ashur-bel-kala, Assyria, Babylon, bronze, Carchemish, Dur-Kurigalzu, Enlil, Eriba-Adad, Euphrates, Hatti, Hattusili, Hittite, Ini-Teshub, iron, Kadashman-Buriash, Kanesh, Khabur, Kubaba, Luwian, Malatya, Marduk-shapik-zeri, Mari, Mursili, Mushki, Muwatalli, Nairi, Pugnus-mili, Shamshi-adad, Suhi, Sumerian, Suppiluliuma, Suteans, Sutu, Syria, Tiglath-pileser, Tudhaliya, Ura-Tarhunza, x-pa-ziti --- ### [Episode C7 – The Heirs of Babylon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/12/episode-c7-the-heirs-of-babylon/) **Published:** December 18, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Even as Anatolia, Syria and Egypt confronted the Bronze Age Collapse, the eastern kingdoms of Assyria, Babylonia and Elam continued their ancient cycle of dynastic conflict. “Why I – who am a king, son of a king, seed of a king, scion of a king, who am king for the lands, for the land of Babylonia and the land of Elam, descendant of the eldest daughter of the mighty King Kurigalzu – why do I not sit on the throne of the land of Babylonia? I sent you a sincere proposal; you, however, have granted me no reply. You may climb up to heaven, but I’ll pull you down by your hem; you may go down to hell, but I’ll pull you up by your hair! I shall destroy your cities, demolish your fortresses, stop up your irrigation ditches, cut down your orchards, pull out the rings of the sluices at the mouths of your irrigation canals.” – Letter to the Kassite court by the Elamite king Kutir-Nahhunte. Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C7\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C7_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_2\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_2_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Adad-shuma-iddina, Agum, Akkad, Akkadian, Aramean, Arameans, Ashur-bel-kala, Ashur-dan, Ashur-resh-ishi, Ashur-uballit, Assyria, Babylon, Babylonia, Baghdad, Burna-Buriash, Der, Dur-Kurigalzu, Egal-kisharra, Elam, Enlil-kudurri-usur, Enlil-nadin-ahi, Enlil-nadin-shumi, Enlil-nirari, Eshnunna, Guti, Hallutush-Inshuthinak, Hammurabi, Hittites, Humban-numena, Hur-Batila, Hutelutush-Inshushinak, Ige-Halki, Igehalkids, Inshushinak, Isin, Itti-Marduk-balatu, Kadashman-Enlil, Kadashman-Harbe, Kadashman-Turgu, Kara-hardash, Kashtiliashu, Kassites, Kidin-Hutran, Kidinuids, Kurigalzu, Kutir-nahunte, Lurestan, Marad, Marduk, Marduk-apla-iddina, Marduk-kabit-ahheshu, Marduk-nadin-ahhe, Marduk-shapik-zeri, Meli-Shipak, Mesopotamia, Mishim-ruh, Mitanni, Muballitat-Sherua, Nabu-kudurri-usur, Napir-Asu, Napirisha, Naram-Sin, Nebuchadnezzar, Neo-Hittites, Ninurta-apal-Ekur, Nippur, Pahir-ishshan, Ramesses, Shagarakti-Shuriash, Shilhak-Inshushinak, Shimashki, Shutruk-nahunte, Shutrukids, Sippar, Sugagu, Suppiluliuma, susa, Syria, Tepti-Ahar, Tiglath-pileser, Tudhaliya, Tukulti-Ninurta, Untash-napirisha, Upi, ur, Uruk, Zababa-shuma-iddina, Zagros, ziggurat --- ### [Episode C12 – The Two Temples](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/02/episode-c12-the-two-temples/) **Published:** February 27, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The growing power of the Israelites and Arameans is reflected in the construction of new temples to Yahweh in Jerusalem and Hadad-Rammon in Damascus. A resurgent Egypt – under increasing influence of the Libyan Meshwesh – begins to eye its former Levantine holdings. “And God stirred him up another adversary, Rezon the son of Eliadah, which fled from his lord Hadadezer king of Zobah. And he gathered men unto him, and became captain over a band, when David slew them of Zobah; and they went to Damascus, and dwelt therein, and reigned in Damascus. And he was an adversary to Israel all the days of Solomon, beside the mischief that Hadad did; and he abhorred Israel, and reigned over Syria.” – 1 Kings 11:23-24 Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C12\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C12_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_2\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_2_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Abibaal, Adad, Aegean, Akhenaten, Aleppo, Amarna, Amenemnisu, Amenemope, Ammonite, Amun, Aram, Aram-damascus, Aram-zobah, Arameans, ark, Ashdod, Ashur-dan, Asiatic, Ben-hadad, Berytus, Biryawaza, Burna-Buriash, Byblos, Cyrenaica, Dagon, Damascus, David, Dison, Dor, Edomite, Egypt, Ekron, Euphrates, Gath, Gezer, Hadad, Hadad-ezer, Hadad-Rammon, Hamath, Hatti, Herakleopolis, Herihor, Hiram, Hittite, Hyksos, Jerusalem, Josephus, Jupiter, Karimala, Karnak, Kassite, Kummah, Levantine, Luwian, Lybian, Ma, Malatya, Masuwari, Memphis, Menkeperre, Merneptah, Meshwesh, Mesopotamia, Mitanni, Moabite, Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Hittite, Nimlot, Nubia, Orontes, Osorkon, pentapolis, Pharaoh, Philistines, Phoenician, Piankh, Pinedjem, Psusennes, Qadesh, Ramesses, Rezon, Shishak, Shoshenq, Siamun, Sidonian, Smendes, Soba, Solomon, Suhi, Syria, Tanis, Teshub, Tjekker, Tuthmosis, Tyre, Wenamun --- ### [Episode C11 – The House of David](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/02/episode-c11-the-house-of-david/) **Published:** February 13, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In the latter half of the 11th century BC, southern Syria witnessed the increasing prominence of semi-nomadic Semitic peoples – including the Edomites, Moabites, Ammonites and Israelites. “Kings came, they fought, the kings of Canaan fought. At Taanach, by the waters of Megiddo, they took no plunder of silver. From the heavens the stars fought, from their courses they fought against Sisera. The river Kishon swept them away, the age-old river, the river Kishon.” – The Song of Deborah Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C11\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C11_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C11\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C11_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Abdi-Heba, Aegean, Al-Balu', Amalekites, Amman, Ammon, Ammonites, Anatolia, Apiru, Aqaba, Arabah, Arabia, Arabic, Aram-zobah, Arava, Asherah, Ashkelon, Assyrian, Astarte, Baal, Babylonian, Beersheba, Bethel, Bible, Bull-El, Canaanite, Cyprus, Dan, David, Edom, Edomites, Egypt, Ekron, El, Faynan, Gilboa, Gilgal, Goliath, habiru, Hamath, Hebrew, Hepat, Hurrian, iron, Israel, Israelites, Jabesh-Gilead, Jacob, Jericho, Jerusalem, Judah, Judges, Karak, Levant, Mesha, Mizpah, Moab, Moabites, Mu'ab, Mycenaean, Nahash, Negev, Philistines, Phokaia, Rabbath-Ammon, Ramah, Ramesses, Salaam, Saul, Semitic, Shalim, Shalom, Shamash, Shasu, Shiloh, Siamun, Soba, Suppiluliuma, Sutu, Syria, Timna, Uriah, Yahweh, YHWH --- ### [Episode C10 – These Are Not Foolish Travels](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/01/episode-c10-these-are-not-foolish-travels/) **Published:** January 30, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The fracturing and diminishment of Egyptian power in the early Iron Age is captured in “The Report of Wenamun.” I found (King Zakar-baal of Byblos) seated in his upper chamber with his back against a window, and the waves of the great sea of Phoenicia broke behind his head. I said to him: “Blessings of Amun!” He said to me: “How long is it to this day since you came from the place where Amun is?” I said to him: “Five whole months till now.” He said to me: “If you are right, where is the dispatch of Amun that was in your hand? Where is the letter of the High Priest of Amun that was in your hand?” I said to him: “I gave them to Smendes and Tentamun.” Then he became very angry and said to me: “Now then, dispatches, letters you have none. Where is the ship of pinewood that Smendes gave you? Where is its Phoenician crew? Did he not entrust you to this foreign ship’s captain in order to have him kill you and have them throw you into the sea? From whom would one then seek the god? And you, from whom would one seek you? – The Report of Wenamun Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C10\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C10_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_2\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_2_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Alashiya, Amen-Re, Amenhotep, Amun, Beder, Berytus, Byblos, Canaan, Chekhov, Crete, Cyprus, Djedet, Dor, Edom, Hatiba, Herihor, Kerma, Khaemwese, Kush, Lebanon, Lichtheim, Mendes, Mengebet, Mycenaean, Nesbanebdjed, Nile, Nodjmet, Nubia, Peleset, Philistines, Phoenician, Pi-ramesses, Piankh, Pinehesy, Ramesses, Shekelesh, Sicily, Sidon, Smendes, Tanis, Tentamun, Thebes, Tjeker, Tyre, Wenamun, Yahweh, Zakar-baal, Zakros --- ### [Episode C9 – Horse to Horse, Army to Army](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/01/episode-c9-horse-to-horse-army-to-army/) **Published:** January 15, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In the mid-11th century BC, the Hittite kingdoms of northern Syria are joined by others– in the Philistine pentapolis, the Amuq plain and the region of Classical Cilicia – with ties to the former Mycenaean Greeks. The Phoenician cities of the Levantine coast begin to step from the shadow of post-Collapse Egypt. “I am really Azatiwada, Man of my Sun, the servant of Thunder God, Rendered superior by Awariku, and the ruler of Adanawa, Thunder God rendered me Mother and Father of Adanawa city, and I am the one, who developed Adanawa city, And I expanded Adanawa country, both westward and eastward, And during my reign, I made Adanawa city taste prosperity, satiety and comfort, and I filled the grain warehouses, I added horse to horse, shield to shield, army to army, everything for Thunder God and the deities…” The Karatepe Bilingual Map of the Late Bronze Age eastern Mediterranean: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA\_Hittite\_Map.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/LBA_Hittite_Map.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C9\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C9_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_2\_Refs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_2_Refs.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish **Tags:** Achaeans, Adana, Adanawa, Aegean, Ahhiyawa, Alalakh, Aleppo, Amanus, Amorite, Amun, Amuq, Amurru, Arameans, Ashur-bel-kala, Assyrians, Awariku, Beirut, Beq'a, Berytus, Byblos, Canaanites, Carchemish, Cilicia, crimson, Egypt, Greek, Gurgum, habiru, Hadad, Halys, Hamath, Hattusas, Hattusili, Herodotus, Hilakku, Hittites, Hiyawa, Hurrian, Hypachaians, Jaffa, Joppa, Kizzuwadna, Kubaba, Kush, Libyans, Luash, Luwian, Malatya, Maras, Mopsus, Mukasa, murex, Mushki, Muwatalli, Mycenaean, Nairi, Neo-Hittite, Nile, Orontes, Palistinian, Peleset, Phoenician, purple, Qadesh, Qatna, Que, Ramesses, Sidon, Suhi, Suppiluliuma, Taita, Taras, Tarhuntassa, Thebes, Thraco-Phrygians, Tiglath-pileser, Tyre, Wenamun, Zakar-baal --- ### [Episode S8 - Decumbo](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2024/06/episode-s8-decumbo/) **Published:** June 27, 2024 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Part 2 of a two-part Spotlight series on the rise and fall of the Roman Emperor Galerius: refugee, herdsman, soldier, Caesar, Augustus, Tetrarch, conqueror, schemer, would-be ruler of the (Dacian?) Empire, and persecutor of the Christians. A rollicking Third Century romp inspired by my current residence in his former tetrarchal capital of Thessaloniki, Greece. “Galerius…was born to wipe out the disgrace incurred by Valerian’s capture.” – *The Historia Augusta* “Had I a hundred mouths, a hundred tongues, A voice of brass, and adamantine lungs, Not half the dreadful scene could I disclose.” – Lactantius, *On the Deaths of the Persecutors* Link to Download the Episode: Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S8\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S8_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S8\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S8_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight --- ### [Episode S7 - Ascendo](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2024/06/episode-s7-ascendo/) **Published:** June 12, 2024 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Part 1 of a two-part Spotlight series on the rise and fall of the Roman Emperor Galerius: refugee, herdsman, soldier, Caesar, Augustus, Tetrarch, conqueror, schemer, would-be ruler of the (Dacian?) Empire, and persecutor of the Christians. A rollicking Third Century romp inspired by my current residence in his former tetrarchal capital of Thessaloniki, Greece. “Galerius…(was) trained to arms in the severe school of Aurelian and Probus.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire* “In this wild beast there dwelt a native barbarity and a savageness foreign to Roman blood; and no wonder, for his mother was born beyond the Danube.” – Lactantius, *On the Deaths of the Persecutors* Link to Download the Episode: Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S7\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S7_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S7\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/S7_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight --- ### [Episode 15 - Holding Action](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/10/episode-15-holding-action/) **Published:** October 14, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** During the first half of the eighth century BC, Egypt, Babylonia and Assyria all struggled against the forces of entropy and decline. In the absence of the Aramean threat, Israel and Judah resumed their perpetual struggle. Urartu expanded its regional influence at the expense of a weakened Assyria. Link to download the episode: Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Amaziah, Amos, Aram, Arameans, Argishti, Ashur, Ashur-dan, Ashur-nirari, Assyria, Babylon, Babylonia, Beth-shemesh, Bethel, Bit-dakkuri, Borsippa, Canaan, Chaldean, Edom, Egypt, Erebuni, Eriba-marduk, Esagila, Gadi, Haldi, Hamath, Hosea, Ishtar, Israel, Jeroboam, Joel, Jonah, Jotham, Judah, Karnak, Lachish, Libya, Marduk-apla-usur, Medes, Memphis, Menahem, Menua, Meshwesh, Musasir, Nabu, Nairi, Neo-Hittite, Nimlot, Nimrud, Osorkon, Pami, Pedubast, Persians, Petra, Ptah, Sarduri, Sealand, Selah, Shallum, Shalmaneser, Shamshi-ilu, Sheshonq, Shimiki, Shiwini, Sumer, Takelot, Tanis, Teisheba, Teshub, Thebes, turtanu, Tushpa, Urartu, Urmia, Uruk, Uzziah, Van, Yahweh, Zechariah --- ### [Episode C22 - Shammuramat](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/06/episode-c22-shammuramat/) **Published:** June 24, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Emerging triumphant from civil war, Shamshi-Adad V devotes his energies to humbling Babylonia. Upon his death, his wife Shammuramat acts as regent for their son, Adad-nirari III, and both campaign across the Euphrates to confront a resurgent Arpad. Under its vigorous king Menua, Urartu begins the military conquests that would end with its regional dominance. “When Suppiluliuma, king of Kummuh, caused Adad-nirari, king of Assyria and Shammuramat, queen, to cross the Euphrates river; I smashed Attar-shumki, son of Hadram, of the city Arpad, together with eight kings, who were with him at the city Paqarhubunu, their boundary and land…In that year they put up this boundary stone between Suppiluliuma, king of Kummuh, and Halpartuntiya, son of Larama, king of Gurgum.’” – the Pazarcik Stele Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C22_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C30 - The Death of Kings](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/12/episode-c30-the-death-of-kings/) **Published:** December 31, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Faced with a series of disloyal vassals, Sargon conquers the remaining Neo-Hittite kingdoms and absorbs them into his empire. The Cimmerian invasion of Anatolia leads to the deaths of two powerful kings. In their absence, the preservation of peace and stability falls to local rulers such as Azatiwadas of Quwe. “I am Azatiwadas, the Sun God’s man, servant of Tarhunzas, whom Awariku, king of Adanawa, made great. Tarhunzas made me mother and father to Adanawa, and I caused Adanawa to prosper. I extended the plain of Adanawa on the one hand towards the west and on the other hand toward the east, and in my days Adanawa had all good things, plentiness, and luxury. I filled the Paharean granaries, and I made horse upon horse, and I made army upon army, and I made shield upon shield, all with the help of Tarhunzas and the gods.” – Bilingual (Luwian/Phoenician) inscription of Azatiwadas, late 8th/early 7th century BC, recovered from the stone gates of his fortress at Azatiwadaya (Karatape-Aslantas, Turkiye). Link to Download the Episode: Information on the Neo-Hittite fortress of Azatiwadaya (Karatepe-Aslantas, Turkiye): Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Anatolia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Anatolia.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Anatolia.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) List of Regional Kings: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C30_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C29 - City of the Raven](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/12/episode-c29-city-of-the-raven/) **Published:** December 17, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Rusa of Urartu wins early victories against Assyrian armies, but his intrigues in the Zagros kingdom of Mannea earn him Sargon’s wrath. After a crushing defeat by Cimmerian invaders, Rusa’s unable to prevent Sargon’s destruction of his kingdom. “I caused there to be lamentation in the wide land Urartu and in all the mountains, and I made Rusa, their king, use flint blades, razors (and) scalpels to slash himself in mourning for as long as he lived. I made Musasir part of the territory of Assyria and assigned it to the authority of a eunuch of mine, the palace herald. The awesome splendor of the god Assur, my lord, overwhelmed Rusa, the Urartian, and so with his own iron dagger he stabbed himself in the heart like a pig and put an end to his life.” – The Annals of Sargon II Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of the Iron Age Zagros Mountains: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Zagros\_Enhanced.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Zagros_Enhanced.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C29\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C29_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C29\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C29_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C28 – The Fall of Carchemish](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/12/episode-c28-the-fall-of-carchemish/) **Published:** December 3, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After defeating Syrian rebels at Qarqar and extending his dominion to the borders of Egypt, Sargon II labors to defend Tabal from the advances of Midas of Phrygia. Letters to Midas from Pisiri of Carchemish give Sargon a pretext to depose the Country Lord and annex his kingdom to Assyria. “In my fifth regnal year, Pisiri of the city Carchemish sinned against the treaty sworn by the great gods and repeatedly sent messages hostile to Assyria to Midas, king of the land Musku; he held me in contempt. I threw (Pisiri), together with his family, in iron fetters. I opened his palace, his treasure house. I carried off as booty 10 talents of refined gold, (and) 2,100 talents of silver, (along with) arhu-copper, tin, iron, elephant hides, elephant ivory, battle-gear, and the guilty people among the city Carchemish who had sided with (Pisiri), along with their possessions, and brought them to Assyria. I conscripted 50 chariots, 200 cavalry and 3,000 foot soldiers from among them and added them to my royal military contingent. I settled Assyrians in the city Carchemish and imposed the yoke of the god Assur, my lord, upon them.” – The Annals of Sargon II Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Anatolia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Anatolia.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Anatolia.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C28\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C28_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C28\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C28_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C27 - True King](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/11/episode-c27-true-king/) **Published:** November 19, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Shalmaneser V succeeds his father to the thrones of Assyria and Babylonia, then deals with rebellions in Samaria and Tyre. But his reign is cut short by the violent coup of Sargon II. After losing his hold on Babylonia, Sargon marches west to confront a Syrian alliance under Yaubidi of Hamath. “With regard to the city Assur…Shalmaneser V, who did not revere the king of all the world, raised his hand against that city with evil intent…He oppressively imposed state service and *corvee*-duty upon its people and treated them as if they were of the lower class. At that time, the Enlil of the gods angrily overthrew his reign. As for me, Sargon…he exalted me and had me take hold of scepter, throne, and crown.” – The Assur Charter of Sargon II Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Anatolia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Anatolia.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Anatolia.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C27_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C26 - Damascus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/11/episode-c26-damascus/) **Published:** November 5, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Tiglath-pileser crushes rebellions in Patin and Luash and annexes their territories to Assyria. King Rasyan of Aram-Damascus forms a coalition of southern kingdoms – including Israel, Edom, Phoenicia and Philistia – to challenge Assyrian dominance, but betrayal by allies and the brutal tenacity of Tiglath-pileser lead to his kingdom’s downfall. “I am Bar-Rakib the son of Panamuwa, king of Sam’al, servant of Tiglath-pileser the lord of the four quarters of the earth. Because of the righteousness of my father and my own righteousness, I was seated by my Lord Tiglath-pileser upon the throne of my father. The house of my father has profited more than anybody else, and I have been running at the wheel of my Lord, the king of Assyria, in the midst of mighty kings, possessors of silver and possessors of gold.” – Stele of King Bar-Rakib of Sam’al Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C26\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C26_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C26\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C26_References.pdf) Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/ancientfree and use code ancientfree for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C25 - Arpad](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/10/episode-c25-arpad/) **Published:** October 22, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Matti’el of Arpad turns his back on the Treaty of Katikka and allies with Sarduri II of Urartu. The usurpation of Tiglath-pileser III heralds an Assyrian resurgence and the kingdom of Arpad’s destruction. “Matti’el the son of Attar-shumki (II) fomented a rebellion against Assyria and violated his loyalty oath. To the kings of Hatti and Urartu he sent hostile messages against Assyria and made the lands hostile. Sarduri of Urartu, Sulumal of Malatya and Tarhulara of Gurgum came to his aid.” – The Annals of Tiglath-pileser III Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C25_References.pdf) Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50ancient and use code 50ancient for 50% off plus free shipping! Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C24 - A Kingdom of Sand](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/07/episode-c24-a-kingdom-of-sand/) **Published:** July 25, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Sarduri II rules at the pinnacle of Urartian power, conquering lands from the Black Sea coast to the Zagros Mountains to the kingdoms of northern Syria. Matti’el of Arpad unifies Aramean lands north of Damascus then allies with Urartu against the Assyrians. His defeat by the mysterious ruler of KTK only results in a temporary setback, and an Assyrian Empire pressed on all fronts seems destined for imminent collapse. “I am the ruler Yariri – the prince beloved by the Storm God, Kubaba, Karhuha and the Sun. The gods have made me strong and exalted over Carchemish. I strengthened Carchemish and I exalted my lord’s house in Carchemish. I caused the river to pass (here)…I built the temple of the god of Harmana and I made my own statue…I brought up Kamani as a successor, wherefore I showed virtue above all kings. And I brought up his younger brothers, I let them in as brothers and I extended protection to them, the children of my lord Astiruwa.” – Yariri’s inscription on the Royal Buttress at Carchemish Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24_Kings_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C24_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C23 - Eclipse](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/07/episode-c23-eclipse/) **Published:** July 9, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: A siege by Adad-nirari’s subordinate, Nergal-Eresh, finally breaks the Damascene hold over southern Syria and Canaan. The Urartian kings Menua and Argishti press Assyria’s frontiers, even as they conquer and secure new territories in the Araxes River valley. In the reigns of Adad-nirari’s sons, the Empire is beset by plague, rebellions, and disturbing omens. “Through the god Haldi’s power, Argishti, son of Menua, speaks: a city for my power I erected, and gave it the name of Argishtihinli. The land around was never inhabited, nothing was established here, therefore I have led four canals from the Manu river, I had vineyards and orchards established, I have done good things here. I am Argishti, son of Menua, powerful king, the great king, the king of the Land Biai, the Lord of the city of Tushpa.” – Inscription of Argishti of Urartu Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C23\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C23_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C23\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C23_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C20 - Like A Fire](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/05/episode-c20-like-a-fire/) **Published:** May 28, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In Shalmaneser’s final years, his eldest son – the crown prince Assur-danin-pal – enters into rebellion, while his younger son, Shamshi-Adad, struggles to defend his father’s legacy. “Where my brother Assur-danin-pal, in the time of Shalmaneser, his father, acted wickedly, bringing about sedition, rebellion, and wicked plotting, caused the land to rise in revolt, prepared for war, brought the people of Assyria, north and south, to his side, and made bold speeches, brought the cities into the rebellion and set his face to begin strife and battle… 27 cities, along with their fortifications… revolted against Shalmaneser, king of the four regions of the world, my father, and… had gone to the side of Assur-danin-pal.” – Annals of King Shamshi-Adad V Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C20\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C20_Images.pdf) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19\_C20\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19_C20_Kings_List.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C20\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C20_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C19 - The Anointed](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2023/05/episode-c19-the-anointed/) **Published:** May 14, 2023 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Hazael of Aram-Damascus and Jehu of Israel bring desolation to the house of Omri. After decades of leading Assyrian campaigns, Shalmaneser III dispatches his *turtanu*, Dayan-Assur, to fight the newly-formed kingdom of Urartu. “And the Lord said unto (Elijah), Go, return on thy way to the wilderness of Damascus: And then thou comest, anoint Hazael to be king over Syria: And Jehu the son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be king over Israel:… And it shall come to pass, that him that escapeth the sword of Hazael shall Jehu slay.” – 1 Kings 19: 15-17 Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Map of Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19_Images.pdf) Regional Kings List: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19\_C20\_Kings\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19_C20_Kings_List.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C19_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode 36 - And Then What Happened?](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/10/and-then-what-happened/) **Published:** October 18, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** A little time-travel, a quick world tour, and plenty of thanks all around! Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 35 - On The Verge](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/09/episode-35-on-verge/) **Published:** September 27, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Rome was not a monarchy, but a free City, and they had made up their minds to open their gates even to an enemy sooner than to a king. It was the universal wish that whatever put an end to liberty in the City should put an end to the City itself.” – Livy, The History of Rome, Book 2 Publius Valerius Poplicola overcame Roman distrust and Etruscan aggression to set the young Republic onto firm foundations. Aristagoras’ failed attempt to capture the island of Naxos led to open warfare between Greece and Persia. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 34 - Democracy and Republic, Part 2](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/09/episode-34-democracy-and-republic-part-2/) **Published:** September 15, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “The Athenians, when ruled by tyrants, were no better in war than their neighbors, but freed from tyrants they were far superior. This shows that when they were constrained they let themselves be defeated, since they were working for an overlord, but when they were freed each one was keen to do the deed for himself.” – Herodotus Delivered from Spartan destruction, the Athenians were forced to defend their new democracy against the Thebans and Chalsidians. Shocked by a horrific crime, the Romans followed the guidance of Brutus, exiled Tarquin the Proud and declared their first Republic. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 33 - Democracy and Republic, Part 1](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/08/episode-33-democracy-and-republic-part-1/) **Published:** August 9, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “He added the Athenian people, who had formally not been in the center of things, to his own party, changed the names of the tribes and increased their number. He made ten tribal commanders instead of four and distributed demes into the tribes ten at a time. Once he had got the people on his side he had the upper hand over his rivals.” – Herodotus on Cleisthenes Darius enlisted Greek tyrants in his Scythian campaign, then extended Persia’s dominion to the foot of Mount Olympus. Spartan intervention put an end to Hippias’ oppressive rule. Inspired by Cleisthenes’ bold ideas, the Athenians rejected both tyranny and foreign domination, and restructured their *polis* into the world’s first democracy. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 32 - Things Fixed, Things Moving](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/07/episode-32-things-fixed-things-moving/) **Published:** July 18, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Black is your path, Agni, changeless, with glittering waves! When like a bull you rush eager to the trees. With teeth of flame, wind-driven, through the wood he speeds, triumphant like a bull among the herd of cows, With bright strength roaming to the everlasting air: things fixed, things moving quake before him as he flies.”- Rigvedas, Book 1, Hymn LVIII Darius retraced Cyrus’s footsteps to expand Persian control of Vedic India. Hipparchus met a bloody end at the hands of a jealous rival. Tarquin kept Rome’s military and infrastructure sound while alienating both rich and poor. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 31 - Land of Imposters](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/07/episode-31-land-of-imposters/) **Published:** July 5, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “After I became king, I fought nineteen battles in a single year and, by the grace of Ahura Mazda, I overthrew nine kings and I made them captive…As to these provinces which revolted, lies made them revolt, so that they deceived the people. Then Ahura Mazda delivered them into my hand; and I did unto them according to my will.” – Darius I, Behistun Inscription Darius spent years reconquering the rebellious territories of the Persian Empire. Peisistratos was successful in passing his Athenian tyranny down to his sons, Hippias and Hipparchus. Cleomenes set his sights on Spartan domination of the Greek mainland. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 30 - The Lost Army](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/06/episode-30-lost-army/) **Published:** June 21, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “So Darius son of Hystaspes was made king, and the whole of Asia, which Cyrus first and Cambyses after him had conquered, was subject to him…and everything was full of his power. First he made and set up a carved stone, upon which was cut the figure of a horseman, with this inscription: ‘Darius son of Hystaspes, aided by the excellence of his horse, and of Oebares his groom, got possession of the kingdom of Persia.'” – Herodotus Cambyses successfully conquered Egypt, but forays beyond its frontiers met with frustration and disaster. The promise of Lydian gold lured Polycrates to a gruesome death in Sardis. Bardiya briefly wrestled the Persian Empire from his brother, only to lose it to a conspiracy of nobles led by Darius. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/30\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/30_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 29 - A More Perfect Empire](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/06/episode-29-more-perfect-empire/) **Published:** June 8, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Remember this lesson well: Whenever you can, act as a liberator. Freedom, dignity, and wealth—these three together constitute the great happiness of humanity. If you bequeath all three to your people, their love for you will never die.” – Cyrus the Great (quoted by Xenophon) Servius Tullius laid the foundation for the Roman Republic, but his dubious claim to the throne led to his violent overthrow by Tarquin the Proud. Cyrus the Great governed his vast empire with wisdom and temperance before meeting his end along Persia’s volatile eastern frontier. Cambyses II’s Egyptian designs were aided by a high-level betrayal in the court of Ahmose II. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 28 - When the Mede Came](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/05/episode-28-when-mede-came/) **Published:** May 24, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “In winter, as you lie on a soft couch by the fire, Full of good food, munching on nuts and drinking sweet wine, Then you must ask questions such as these: ‘Where do you come from? Tell me, what is your age? How old were you when the Mede came?’” – Xenophanes of Colophon The return of Harpagus to Anatolia signaled the end of Ionian Greek freedom. After securing his third tyranny, Peisistratos brought stability and prosperity to Athens. Fresh from a series of Eastern conquests, Cyrus II used propaganda and military might to overthrow Nabonidus and claim his third Near Eastern empire. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 27 - Count No Man Happy](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/05/episode-27-count-no-man-happy/) **Published:** May 11, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “But in every matter it behooves us to mark well the end: for oftentimes God gives men a gleam of happiness, and then plunges them into ruin.” – Solon of Athens Peisistratos’ first two attempts at tyranny were thwarted by the Athenian *eupatridae*. The Spartans cultivated a reputation as the most fearsome warriors in Greece. Prophesied to destroy a mighty empire, King Croesus of Lydia led Anatolian forces against the Persians and Medes, but the unconventional strategies of Cyrus brought him to a bitter end. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 26 - The Last Kings of Babylon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/04/episode-26-last-kings-of-babylon/) **Published:** April 17, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “So it was that the Persians, who had once been the slaves of the Medes, became their masters.“ – Herodotus Nebuchadnezzar II turned Babylon into the most magnificent city of the ancient world, but the Chaldean line dissipated in his wake. Nabonidus’ fervent devotion to the moon god, Sin, served to spark a war and drive the Babylonian king into self-imposed Arabian exile. The military and political skills of Cyrus, and a high-level Median betrayal, enabled the Persians to win the empire of Astyages. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 25 - The Voyage of Solon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/04/episode-25-voyage-of-solon/) **Published:** April 6, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Ahmose became a lover of the Hellenes; and besides other proofs of friendship which he gave to several among them, he also granted the city of Naucratis for those of them who came to Egypt to dwell in; and to those who did not desire to stay, but who made voyages thither, he granted portions of land to set up altars and make sacred enclosures for their gods. Their greatest enclosure and that one which has most name and is most frequented is called the Hellenion, and this was established by the following cities in common: –of the Ionians Chios, Teos, Phocaia, Clazomenai, of the Dorians Rhodes, Cnidos, Halicarnassos, Phaselis, and of the Aiolians Mytilene alone.“ – Herodotus After his overthrow of Apries, the pharaoh Ahmose II increased Egyptian prosperity by centralizing and facilitating Greek trade at Naucratis. King Alyattes used Lydia’s vast mineral wealth to maintain a powerful army and mint the world’s first coins. Thales and the philosophers of the Milesian school introduced rationality and scientific inquiry into their studies of the cosmos. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/25\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/25_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 24 - A Wolf Among Hounds](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/03/episode-24-wolf-among-hounds/) **Published:** March 20, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I freed those here who suffered unseemly enslavement and feared the tempers of their masters. I did this by harnessing force and justice together with power, and I carried through my promises. I wrote statues alike for those of high and of low social status, fitting straight justice for each. If someone other than I had taken the goad, some ill-intentioned and greedy man, he would not have been able to control the people. For had I been willing to do what pleased the opposing party then, or what the others planned for them, this city would have lost many men. That is why I made a stout defense all round, turning like a wolf among many hounds.” – Solon of Athens The leaders of Rome, Carthage and Greece relied on strength, wisdom and cunning to navigate the turbulent political waters of the early sixth century Mediterranean. The delicate balance struck by Solon allowed Athena to prosper, while also unleashing the popular forces that would define the city’s future. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 23 - Captives of Babylon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/03/episode-23-captives-of-babylon/) **Published:** March 9, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “So they took the king and brought him up to the king of Babylon at Riblah in the land of Hamath, and he pronounced judgment on him. Then the king of Babylon killed the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes. And he killed all the princes of Judah in Riblah. He also put out the eyes of Zedekiah; and the king of Babylon bound him in bronze fetters, took him to Babylon, and put him in prison till the day of his death.” – Jeremiah 52 After eliminating the last Assyrian holdouts, King Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon warred against Egypt over control of the Levant. Repeated Judean defiance resulted in the sacking of Jerusalem. Cyaxares of Medea found his Anatolian designs curtailed by the powerful kingdom of Lydia. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 22 - The Fifth Generation](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/02/episode-22-fifth-generation/) **Published:** February 27, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “But when earth had covered this generation also, Zeus the son of Cronos made yet another, the fourth, upon the fruitful earth, which was nobler and more righteous, a god-like race of hero-men who are called demi-gods, the race before our own, throughout the boundless earth. Grim war and dread battle destroyed a part of them, some in the land of Cadmus at seven- gated Thebe when they fought for the flocks of Oedipus, and some, when it had brought them in ships over the great sea gulf to Troy for rich-haired Helen’s sake: there death’s end enshrouded a part of them. But to the others father Zeus the son of Cronos gave a living and an abode apart from men, and made them dwell at the ends of earth. And they live untouched by sorrow in the islands of the blessed along the shore of deep swirling Ocean, happy heroes for whom the grain-giving earth bears honey-sweet fruit flourishing thrice a year, far from the deathless gods…” – Hesiod, *Works and Days* During the eighth and seventh centuries BC, the Archaic Greeks struggled with tyranny, warfare and social division. But their creativity in matters of art, politics, warfare and religious practice foreshadowed the coming brilliance of the Classical Age. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/22\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/22_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 21 - For the Sake of Distant Days](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/02/episode-21-for-sake-of-distant-days/) **Published:** February 6, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Nineveh is laid waste: who will bemoan her? Whence shall I seek comforters for thee?” – Nahum 3:7 Ashurbanipal spent the end of his reign establishing a library of Mesopotamian knowledge and culture. Twenty years after his death, internal discord and powerful enemies combined to seal the fate of the Neo-Assyrian Empire. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 20 – The House of Succession](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/01/episode-20-house-of-succession/) **Published:** January 20, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** In the mid-seventh century BC, Nubia and Assyria struggled for control over Egypt before the kingdom regained independence under the pharaoh Psamtik I. King Gyges of Lydia drove the Cimmerians from western Anatolia and sent Greek mercenaries to reinforce the pharaoh’s armies. Ashurbanipal spent decades warring against the Empire’s enemies, including his older brother in Babylon, but his total destruction of the ancient kingdom of Elam sowed the seeds of Assyria’s downfall. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 19 - The Destruction of Sennacherib](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/01/episode-19-destruction-of-sennacherib/) **Published:** January 7, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “The city and its houses, from its foundations to its walls, I destroyed, I devastated, I burned with fire. The wall and outer wall, temple-tower of brick and earth, temples and gods, and many as there were, I razed and dumped into the Arahtu-Canal. Through the midst of the city I dug canals, flooded its site with water, and the very foundations thereof I destroyed. I made its destruction more complete than by a flood. That, in days to come, the site of the city, its temples and gods, might not be remembered, I completely blotted it out with floods of water, and made it like a meadow.” – Sennacherib of Assyria In the early seventh century BC, Sennacherib wrestled with Judean defiance, Urartian resurgence and Elamite invasion, but his destruction of the ancient city of Babylon led to his demise. His son, Esarhaddon, warred against the Nubian pharaoh Taharqa to extend Assyrian domination into lower Egypt. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 18 - The Three Pillars](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/12/episode-18-three-pillars/) **Published:** December 22, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** In the west, Phoenician mastery of the Mediterranean was challenged by widespread Greek colonization. Rome’s first kings established the boundaries and institutions of the early state. In the Near East, Sennacherib was confronted with the return of a Chaldean usurper to the Babylonian throne. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [Episode 17 - The Fall of Israel](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/12/episode-17-fall-of-israel/) **Published:** December 3, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Then the King of Assyria came up throughout all the land, and went up to Samaria, and besieged it for three years. In the ninth year of Hoshea, the King of Assyria took Samaria.” – II Kings 18:4 Toward the end of the eighth century BC, the Kushite priest-kings of Napata reunified Egypt under Nubian rule. Sargon II continued to extend Assyrian domination over the Near East, even as Elamite armies bolstered Chaldean resistance in Babylonia. And a desperate gambit by King Hoshea resulted in the destruction of the ancient state of Israel. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Alara, Amun, Aram, Ashdod, Assyria, Babylonia, Barbartu, Canaan, cataract, Chaldean, Cilicia, Cimmerians, Cyprus, Dur-sharrukin, Egypt, Elam, Gaza, Gordium, Haldi, Hezekiah, Hoshea, Humban-nikash, Irael, Iuput, Judah, Karkar, Karnaim, Kashta, Kush, Manneans, Marduk, Marduk-apla-iddina, Medes, Megiddo, Memphis, Meroe, Midas, Miti, Musasir, Napata, Nimlot, Nimrud, Nubia, Osorkon, Persians, Phoenicia, Phyrgians, Piankhi, Piye, Qarqar, Rafah, Rudamun, Rusa, Sais, Samaria, Sarduri, Sargon, Shabaka, Shalmaneser, Sheshonq, Shishak, Shutruk-nahunte, Siamun, Solomon, susa, Syro-palestine, Tabal, Takelot, Tanis, Tefnakht, Tiglath-pileser, Urartu, Urmia, Yahweh --- ### [Episode 16 - The Assyrian](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/11/episode-16-assyrian/) **Published:** November 20, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “And Pul, the King of Assyria, came against the land.” – II Kings, 15:19 In 745 BC, Tiglath-pileser III reformed the administrative and military structure of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, and led the armies of Assur in a virtually-unbroken string of regional conquests. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Ahaz, Aram, Arpad, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Ashur-nirari, Assyria, Babylonia, Bit-dakkuri, Borsippa, Canaan, Carthage, Chaldean, Diyala, Dur-Kurigalzu, Edom, Egypt, Ekron, Esharra, Galilee, Gilead, Hamath, Hittite, Israel, Jotham, Judah, Kadesh, Medes, Megiddo, Menahem, Moab, Nabu-nasir, Nabu-shuma-ishkun, Neo-Assyria, Nimrud, Nippur, Pekah, Pekahiah, Persians, Phoenicia, Pul, Qadesh, Qedar, Raphia, Rezin, Sarduri, Shamshi-ilu, Sidon, Sippar, Tiglath-pileser, Tikulti-apil-esharra, turtanu, Tyre, Urartu, Zabibe, Zagros --- ### [Episode 14 - In the Midst of the Seas](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/09/episode-14-in-midst-of-seas/) **Published:** September 30, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I received the tribute of the kings of the seacoast – namely, the lands of the peoples of Tyre, Sidon, Byblos, Mahallatu, Maizu, Kaizu, Amurru and the city of Arvad, which is in the midst of the seas – silver, gold, tin, bronze, a bronze vessel, multicolored linen garments, a large female monkey, a small female monkey, ebony, boxwood, and ivory of sea creatures. They submitted to me.” – Ashurnasirpal II of Assyria Under constant pressure from Assyria, Phoenician merchant fleets aggressively expanded their influence into Sardinia, North Africa and the Tartessian coast of southern Spain. In the central Mediterranean, they bore witness to the cultural resurgence of Archaic Greece, and the growing power of the Etruscan kingdoms of Italy. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Adad-nirari, Aeneas, Aeolian, alphabet, Amaziah, Amulius, Anatolia, Arabia, Aram-damascus, Arameans, Archaic, Armenia, Asherah, Ashurnasirpal, Assyria, Astarte, Baal, Ben-hadad, Byblos, Byrsa, Canaan, Carthage, Crete, Cyprus, Dido, Dorians, Edom, Eshmoun, Etruscans, Euboea, Greece, Hazael, Heracles, Hiarbus, Hiram, Homer, Iliad, Ionian, Ischia, Israel, Ithobaal, Jehoahaz, Jehoash, Judah, Kition, Kythira, Latium, Lefkandi, Mars, Mattan, Melos, Melqart, Messapians, Moab, Mycenaean, Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Hittite, Numetor, Nuragic, Odyssey, Palatine, Paphos, Phoenicia, Pithecusa, Pygmalion, Remus, Rhodes, Rome, Romulus, Salamis, Sardinia, Shalmaneser, Sharduna, Sherden, Sidon, Smyrna, Syria, Tartessus, Thasos, Tiber, Tyre, Yahweh, Zikarbaal --- ### [Episode 13 - Civil War](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/09/episode-13-civil-war/) **Published:** September 16, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “My brother Ashur-danin-apli, in the time of Shalmaneser, his father, acted wickedly, bringing about sedition, rebellion, and wicked plotting, caused the land to rise in revolt, prepared for war, brought the people of Assyria, north and south, to his side, and made bold speeches, brought the cities into the rebellion and set his face to begin strife and battle.” – Shamshi-Adad V of Assyria Shalmaneser III’s campaigns brought unrivalled wealth and power to Assyria, but internal discord tore the empire apart toward the end of his long reign. Warfare, religious strife, and bloody usurpation continued to roil the volatile states of Syria and Caanan. Meanwhile, the new kingdom of Urartu began to challenge Assyria’s role as sole regional superpower. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Adad-nirari, Ahab, Ahaziah, Anatolia, Aram-damascus, Aramean, Ararat, Ashur-dan, Ashur-danin-pal, Ashurnasirpal, Assyria, Baal, Baal-eser, Baasha, Babylonia, Canaan, Damascus, David, Dayyan-assur, Elijah, Elisha, Euphrates, Gannanati, Gasga, Hadad-ezer, Hazael, Ishpuini, Israel, Ithobaal, Jehoahaz, Jehoram, Jehoshaphat, Jehu, Jezebel, Joash, Judah, Karkar, Kaska, Marduk-balassu-iqbi, Marduk-sakir-zumi, Mattan, Menua, Mesha, Mesopotamia, Moab, Moabite, Nabu-apla-iddina, Nairi, Neo-Assyrian, Omri, Phoenicia, Pygmalion, Qarqar, Sarduri, Shalmaneser, Shamshi-adad, Shamshi-ilu, Syrian, Tabal, Tigris, Tululti-ninurta, turtanu, Tushpa, Ulaya, Urartu, Zagros --- ### [Episode 12 - Legacies of East and West](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/09/episode-12-legacies-of-east-and-west/) **Published:** September 4, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** The Olmec of Mesoamerica and the Chavin of Peru laid strong cultural foundations that would influence regional civilizations down through the first European encounters with the New World. The longest-lasting Chinese Dynasty, the Zhou, bore witness to eras of unity and conquest, the devolution of power to feudal lords, and the chaos of the Warring States Period. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/12\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/12_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Chavin, China, Confucius, Han, Huangdi, Huantar, Huari, jaguar, Legalism, Maya, Mexico, Muye, Olmec, Peru, pyramid, Qin, Shang, Taoism, Teotihuacan, terracotta, Tiwanaku, Venta, Yucatan, Zapotec, Zhou --- ### [Episode 11 - The Rise of Assyria](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/08/episode-11-rise-of-assyria/) **Published:** August 21, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I slew 14,000 of their warriors with the sword. Like Adad, I rained destruction on them. I scattered their corpses far and wide, and covered the face of the desolate plain with their wide-spreading armies. With my weapons I made their blood to flow down the valleys of the land. The plain was too small for their bodies to fall; the wide countryside was used to bury them. With their corpses I spanned the Orontes as with a bridge.” – Shalmaneser III of Assyria In the early centuries of the first millennium BC, Egypt, Babylonia and the Neo-Hittite states struggled to regain their footing, while Israel, Judah, Aram and Phoenicia continued jockeying for regional power. In 853 BC, the threat of Neo-Assyrian invasion compelled the disparate kingdoms to join forces at the Battle of Qarqar. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/11\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/11_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Abijah, Adad-nirari, Ahab, Aleppo, Amun, Arab, Aramean, Asa, Ashur-dan, Ashurnasirpal, Assyria, Astarte, Baasha, Babylon, Babylonia, Ben-hadad, Borsippa, Bubastis, Calah, Canaan, Carchemish, Chaldean, Cyprus, David, Egypt, Elah, Elijah, Guti, Gutians, Hadad-ezer, Heliopolis, Herihor, Hurrian, Isin, Israel, Ithobaal, Jeroboam, Jezebel, Judah, Kalhu, Karkar, Karnak, Kassites, Khabur, Libya, Lullubi, Marduk, Medes, Megiddo, Memphis, Meshwesh, Mesopotamia, Nabu, Nabu-apla-iddina, Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Hittite, Nimlot, Nimrud, Omri, Orontes, Osorkon, Persians, Philistines, Phoenicia, Phrygians, Qarqar, Ramesses, Rehoboam, Sealand, Shalmaneser, Sheshonq, Shishak, Siamun, Sidon, Smendes, Soloman, Syria, Syro-hittite, Takelot, Tanis, Thebes, Tiglath-pileser, Tigris, Tikulti-ninurta, Tyre, Yahweh, Zab --- ### [Episode 10 - Picking Up The Pieces](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/07/episode-10-picking-up-pieces/) **Published:** July 30, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** At the dawn of the first millennium BC, the collapse of the great Near Eastern powers allowed the cultures of Canaan to flourish. While the Phoenicians embarked on a bold new era of maritime expansion, the Hebrews and Arameans carved out new Iron Age kingdoms that would have a lasting impact on the region. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Abibaal, Absalom, Akko, alphabet, Ammon, Aram-damascus, Aram-naharaim, Aram-zobah, Aramaic, Arameans, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Astarte, Baal, Babylon, Bible, Byblos, Chaldean, Dagon, David, Edom, Egypt, Ekron, Galilee, Gath, Gaza, habiru, Hama, Hamath, Hebrew, Hiram, Israel, Jericho, Jeroboam, Joshua, Judah, Levant, Mari, Melqart, Menander, Merneptah, Moab, Nablus, Omri, Palestine, Philistines, Phoenicia, Rehoboam, Samaria, Samuel, Saul Solomon, Semitic, Shechem, Shishak, Shoshanq, Sidon, Syro-hittite, Syro-palestine, Tyre, Ugarit, Vespasian, Yahweh --- ### [Episode 9 - The Other 99 Percent](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/06/episode-9-other-99-percent/) **Published:** June 12, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Regarding what you wrote me before: ‘Enemy ships were observed at sea!’ If it is true that ships were observed, reinforce yourself. Where are your troops and chariots? Are they not with you? If not, who will deliver you from the enemy? Surround your cities with walls and bring your troops and chariots into them. Watch out for the enemy and reinforce yourself well!” – The King of Alashiya, writing to King Hammurabi of Ugarit The Sea Peoples cut a swath of destruction from Greece to Egypt, while wars, internal conflicts and hostile desert tribes ravaged the civilizations of Mesopotamia. It’s the end of the world as we know it, and I feel…like an extended break! Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/09\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/09_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Achaeans, Ahhiyawa, Akkad, Akko, Alashiya, Aleppo, Amun, Amurru, Anatolia, Aramean, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Assyria, Babylonia, Byblos, Canaan, Carchemish, Cyprus, Danaans, Danuna, Denyen, Dorians, Egypt, Ekwesh, Eshnunna, Etruscans, Gaza, Greece, habiru, Hammurabi, Hattusas, Hellenic, Hittite, Inshushinak, Jaffa, Kadesh, Karnak, Kassite, Lukka, Luxor, Marduk, mariyannu, Megiddo, Merneptah, Meshwesh, Milawata, Miletus, Muwatalli, Mycenaean, Mysia, Narim-sin, Nebuchadnezzar, Neo-Assyrian, Peleset, Philistines, Phyrgians, Qadesh, Ramesses, Sardinia, Seti, Shardana, Shekelesh, Sherden, Sicily, Sidon, Sinai, Sippar, Suppiluliuma, susa, Teresh, Thebes, Tiglath-pileser, Tikulti-ninurta, Tjeker, Tudhaliya, Ugarit, Ulaya, Untash-napirisha, ur, Urartu, Weshesh --- ### [Episode 8 - Look Upon My Works](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/06/episode-8-look-upon-my-works/) **Published:** June 5, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “…And on the pedestal these words appear: ‘My name is Ozymandius, King of Kings, Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!’ Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away.” – Shelley, *Ozymandius* The Kassites restored and preserved the ancient culture of Babylon while defending its frontiers against the growing Assyrian threat. The conflict between Egypt and Hatti over control of Caanan culminated in the Battle of Kadesh. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/08\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/08_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Abydos, Adad-nirari, Agum, Akhenaten, Amarna, Armenia, Arnuwanda, Ashur-ubalit, Assur, Assyria, Aswan, Athribis, Avaris, Babylon, Babylonia, Burnaburiash, Canaan, Dur-Kurigalzu, Egypt, Ekwesh, Enlil, Enlil-nirari, Greece, Hittites, Horemheb, Hyksos, Kadashman-Enlil, Kadesh, Karaindash, Karduniash, Karnak, Kashtiliashu, Kassites, Khufu, kudurru, Kurigalzu, Larsa, Libya, Lukka, Luxor, Megiddo, Merneptah, Mitanni, Mursili, Muwatalli, Nineveh, Nippur, Puzur-Ashur, Qadesh, Ra-horakhty, Ramesses, Sealand, Seti, Shalmaneser, Shamshi-adad, Shaushtatar, Shekelesh, Sherden, Shuttarna, Sippar, Suppiluliuma, Teresh, Thebes, Thutmose, Tikulti-ninurta, Tudhaliya, Ulamburiash, Washukanni, ziggurat --- ### [Episode 7 - Between Lions and Men](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/05/episode-7-between-lions-and-men/) **Published:** May 29, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “As there are no pacts of faith between lions and men, nor do wolves and lambs have spirit in kind,…nor for us two will there be oaths;… Recollect your every skill. Now the need is very great to be a spearman and brave warrior.” – Achilles, *the Iliad* The Mycenaean Greeks melded their warrior ethos with Minoan artistry to rule over an Aegean empire extending to the shores of ancient Troy. The Aryans, distant relatives of the Mitanni, imported their Vedic culture into Northern India by chariot and sword. Meanwhile, China’s Shang Dynasty, after ousting the corrupt Xia to build a mighty Bronze Age kingdom, saw the Mandate of Heaven pass to the Zhou. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/07\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/07_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** acropolis, Aegean, Ahhiyawa, Alashaya, Anatolia, Aryan, Arzawa, Babylonia, China, Crete, cyclopean, Cyprus, Dardanelles, Ganges, Greece, Harappan, Hattusas, Hisarlik, Hittites, Hurrian, Iliad, Ilios, Ilium, India, Indus, IVC, Mahabharata, Mesopotamia, Minoan, Mitanni, Muwatalli, Mycenaean, Odyssey, Rhodes, Sanskrit, Shang, Trojan, Troy, Ugarit, Vedas, Vedic, Wilios, Xia, Zhou --- ### [Episode 6 - The New Kingdoms](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/05/episode-6-new-kingdoms/) **Published:** May 19, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** After expelling the Hyksos, the rulers of Egypt’s 18th Dynasty led their New Kingdom in an unprecedented drive for territorial expansion. In Syria and the Levant, they were forced to contend with powerful new states forged by the Hurrians and the Hittites. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/06\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/06_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Abydos, Ahhiyawa, Ahhotep, Akenaten, Akhenaten, Amarna, Amenhotep, Amose, Amun, Ankhesenamun, Arnuwanda, Artatama, Aswan, Aten, Avaris, Ay, Babylonia, Canaan, Carchemish, Egypt, Euphrates, Gasga, Hatshepsut, Hattusas, Hattusili, Hittites, Horemheb, Hurrian, Hyksos, Kadesh, Kamose, Karnak, Kaska, Kush, Levant, Megiddo, Memnon, Mentuhotep, Mitanni, Mursili, Nefertiti, Nubia, Punt, Qadesh, Sequenenre, Sharuhen, Shuttarna, Suppiluliuma, Syria, Teshub, Thebes, Thutmose, Tutankhamun, Washukanni, Yamkhad, Zannanza --- ### [Episode 5 - Blind-sided](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/05/episode-5-blind-sided/) **Published:** May 7, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I was asleep upon my bed, having become weary…like a snake of the necropolis. As I came to, I awoke to fighting, and found that it was an attack of the bodyguard. If I had quickly taken weapons in my hand, I would have made the wretches retreat with a charge! But there is none mighty in the night, none who can fight alone.” – Amenemhet I In the turbulent period between 2,000 and 1,500 BC, Egyptian rulers were not the only ones caught off guard. After rising to new heights, Minoan Crete, Hammurabi’s Babylon and Middle Kingdom Egypt all fell victim to disaster and foreign invasion. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/05\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/05_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Akkad, Akrotiri, Amenemhet, Amorite, Ashur, Assur, Assyrian, Avaris, Babylon, chariot, Crete, Eruption, Eshnunna, Hammurabi, Hatti, Hittite, Hurrian, Hyksos, Isin, Knossos, Larsa, Marduk, Mari, Memphis, Mentuhotep, Minoan, Montu, Mursili, Mycenaean, Neopalatial, Punt, Senusret, Shamshi-adad, Sumer, Syria, Thebes, Thera, ur, Yamkhad, Zimri-lim --- ### [Episode 4 - The Pyramid Builders](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/04/episode-4-pyramid-builders/) **Published:** April 29, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “From the heights of these pyramids, forty centuries look down on us.” – Napoleon Bonaparte The power of Egypt’s Old Kingdom rulers was reflected in their awe-inspiring monuments. The Harappan civilization of the Indus River Valley traded across Central Asia, the Near East and beyond. In the Far East, Great Yu controlled the waters and founded the first Chinese dynasty, the Xia. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/04\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/04_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Abydos, China, Dashur, Djoser, Egypt, Giza, Harappan, India, IVC, Khafre, Khasekemwy, Khufu, Memphis, Menkaure, Mentuhotep, mestaba, Mohenjo, Pepi, pyramid, Snefru, Xia, Yu, ziggurat, Zoser --- ### [Episode 3 – “Wherever I Went, Let Him Go!”](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/04/episode-3-wherever-i-went-let-him-go/) **Published:** April 23, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Now any king who wants to call himself my equal, wherever I went, let him go!” – Sargon the Great In 2,334 BC, Sargon of Akkad forged the world’s first empire and created a legend that would inspire Near Eastern rulers for millennia. The Third Dynasty of Ur built its smaller but more centralized structure on Akkadian foundations. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/03\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/03_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Agade, Akkad, Akkadian, Amorites, Anshan, Anu, Babylon, Eannatum, Ebla, Enheduanna, Guti, Gutians, Isin, Kish, Lagash, Lugal-zage-si, Lullubi, Magan, Manishtushu, Mari, Meluhha, Nanna, Narim-sin, Nippur, Rimush, Sargon, Sharkalisharri, Shulgi, Sin, Sumer, Sumerian, Umma, Ur-nammu, Ur-zababa, Urukagina --- ### [Episode 2 - Circles and Labyrinths](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/04/episode-2-circles-and-labyrinths/) **Published:** April 16, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Contemporary with early Sumer and Egypt, the Norte Chico thrived along the Peruvian coast, while the Neolithic Britons built their mysterious stone circles. The first European civilization, the Minoans of ancient Crete, exerted a strong cultural influence over the eastern Mediterranean. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/02\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/02_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Akrotiri, Caral, Crete, Greece, Knossos, Minoan, Peru, Phaistos, Quipu, Stonehenge, Thera, Woodhenge --- ### [Episode 1 - "Climb the Stone Staircase"](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/04/episode-1-climb-stone-staircase/) **Published:** April 4, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Climb the stone staircase, more ancient than the mind can imagine” – *The Epic of Gilgamesh* The Sumerians of Mesopotamia, the Elamites of the Persian plateau, and the Egyptians of the Nile River valley were among the first civilizations to emerge in the ancient world. Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/01\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/01_Images.pdf) Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/TOS_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) **Tags:** Egypt, Elam, Elamite, eridu, Gilgamesh, manetho, narmer, Sumer, Sumerian, susa, ur, Uruk --- ### [Episode R1 - The Broken Stone](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/04/episode-r1-broken-stone/) **Published:** April 4, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “To speak the name of the dead is to make them live again.” – Ancient Egyptian saying Rediscovered two millennia after its creation, the Rosetta Stone provided two brilliant scholars with the key to unlocking the history of ancient Egypt. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Champollion, Coptic, Decipher, Demotic, Egypt, Hieroglyph, Napoleon, Ptolemy, Rosetta, Young --- ### [Episode R2 - Arabia Felix](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/04/episode-r2-arabia-felix/) **Published:** April 18, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “His Majesty…has dispatched a few days ago by the vessel *Greenland* a group of scholars, who will travel by way of the Mediterranean to Constantinople, and thence through Egypt to Arabia Felix, and subsequently return by way of Syria to Europe; they will on all occasions seek to make new discoveries and observations for the benefit of scholarship…” – *Copenhagen Post*, 12th January, 1761 Carsten Niebuhr survived malaria, earthquakes, civil wars, bandits, plagues and the deaths of all his colleagues to successfully complete the first modern scientific expedition to the Near East. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Akkadian, Cuneiform, Decipher, Elamite, Niebuhr, Persepolis, Persia, Yemen --- ### [Episode R3 - The Place of God](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/05/episode-r3-place-of-god/) **Published:** May 3, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “My antiquarian studies go on quietly and smoothly, and despite the taunt which you may remember once expressing, of the presumption of an ignoramus like myself attempting to decipher inscriptions which had baffled for centuries the most learned men in Europe, I have made very considerable progress…I aspire to do for the *cuneiform* alphabet what Champollion has done for the hieroglyphics.” – Henry Creswicke Rawlinson, July 1836 (writing to his sister Maria) In 1836, Henry Creswicke Rawlinson – British soldier, adventurer and Orientalist – first encountered the Behistun Inscription. He would devote the next few decades to deciphering its three *cuneiform* scripts. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Akkadian, Behistun, Cuneiform, Decipher, Elamite, Persia, Rawlinson --- ### [Episode R4 - Dwelling of the Lions](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/05/episode-r4-dwelling-of-lions/) **Published:** May 17, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “What can all this mean? Who built this structure? In what century did he live? To what nation did he belong? Are these walls telling me their tales of joy and woe? Is this beautiful *cuneiformed*character a language? I know not. I can read their glory and their victories in their figures, but their story, their age, their blood, is to me a mystery. Their remains mark the fall of a glorious and a brilliant past, but of a past known not to a living man.” – Paul-Emile Botta The excavations of Botta and Layard brought the majesty of ancient Assyria into the modern world. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Assyria, Botta, Iraq, Layard, Mosul, Nimrud, Nineveh, Rassam --- ### [Episode R5 - Behistun Hat-Trick](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/05/episode-r5-behistun-hat-trick/) **Published:** May 23, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “The Major constantly and indefatigably employed himself, from daylight to dark, revising, restoring and adding to his former materials. This was a work of great irksomeness and labour in the confined space he was compelled to stand in, with his body in close proximity to the heated rock and under a broiling September sun.” – Felix Jones, 1844 After the debacle of the First Anglo-Afghan War, Henry Creswicke Rawlinson made two more excursions to Behistun. His attempts to copy the remaining inscriptions nearly cost him his life. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Akkadian, Behistun, Cuneiform, Decipher, Elamite, Persia, Rawlinson --- ### [Episode R6 - The Heroic Age](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/06/episode-r6-heroic-age/) **Published:** June 27, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I should weary the reader, were I to describe, step by step, the progress of the work, and the discoveries gradually made in various part of the great mound. The labours of one day resembled those of the preceding; but it would be difficult to convey to others an idea of the excitement which was produced by the constant discovery of objects of the highest interest.” – Austen Henry Layard, *Nineveh and Its Remains* While Layard resumed his Assyrian excavations, and Rawlinson continued to decipher Akkadian, both efforts began to shed light on the even older civilization of ancient Sumer. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Akkad, Akkadian, Cuneiform, Decipher, Elam, Elamite, Persian, Rassam, Rawlinson, Sumer, Sumerian, Uruk --- ### [Episode R7 - The Man Who Sold Troy](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/07/episode-r7-man-who-sold-troy/) **Published:** July 11, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Who will persuade me, when I reclined upon a mighty tomb, that it did not contain a hero? – its very magnitude proved this. Men do not labour over the ignoble and petty dead – and why should not the dead be Homer’s dead?” – George Gordon, Lord Byron, 1810 Three millennia after its fall, British archaeologist Frank Calvert used clues from Homer, and his own deep knowledge of the region, to establish the most likely site of ancient Troy. Unable to finance the excavation, he was compelled to partner with wealthy enthusiast Heinrich Schliemann. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Anatolia, Calvert, Hittite, Homer, Iliad, Schliemann, Troy --- ### [Episode R8 - The Thousand Year Gap](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/07/episode-r8-thousand-year-gap/) **Published:** July 26, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Whilst fully recognizing his enterprise, devotion, and energy in carrying out these excavations, I cannot but express the regret that Dr. Schliemann should have allowed the ‘enthusiasm,’ which, as he himself admits, ‘borders on fanaticism,’ to make it so paramount an object with him to discover the Troy described by Homer, as to induce him either to suppress or to pervert every fact brought to light that could not be reconciled with the *Iliad*.” – Frank Calvert, 1875 Despite numerous returns to Hisarlik, Heinrich Schliemann was unable to establish the layer holding Homer’s Troy. It was only near the end of his life, with the aid of Wilhelm Dorpfeld, that his quest was finally rewarded. In the meantime, Schliemann’s excavations at Mycenae and Tiryns had shed new light on the wealth and power of Late Bronze Age Greece. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Anatolia, Calvert, Hittite, Homer, Iliad, Schliemann, Troy --- ### [Episode R9 - The Flood](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/08/episode-r9-flood/) **Published:** August 9, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “Surpassing all kings, powerful and tall beyond all others, violent, splendid, a wild bull of a man, unvanquished leader, hero in the front lines, beloved of his soldiers – *fortress* they called him, *protector of the people*, *raging flood that destroys all defenses*…” – *the Epic of Gilgamesh* George Smith’s 1872 discovery of the Mesopotamian Flood tablet won him widespread acclaim. Four years later, his ill-timed expedition to Nineveh would end in tragedy. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Babylon, Babylonian, Cuneiform, Decipher, Deluge, Flood, Gilgamesh, Iraq, Mosul, Smith, Sumer, Sumerian --- ### [Episode R10 - The Bull and the Aten](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/09/episode-r10-bull-and-aten_5/) **Published:** September 5, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I am a faithful servant of the king, and I have not rebelled and I have not sinned, and I do not withhold my tribute, and I do not refuse the requests of my commissioner. Now they wickedly slander me, but let the king, my lord, not impute rebellion to me!…If the king should write to me, ‘Plunge a bronze dagger into thy heart and die!,’ how could I refuse to carry out the command of the king?” – Labayu (Caananite warlord) writing to Amenhotep III Discoveries at Tell El Amarna and the Valley of the Kings showed the wealth and influence of the Egyptian New Kingdom, while archives uncovered in central Anatolia shed light on Hittite civilization. Excavations and Knossos confirmed Mycenaean Greek dominance and revealed the majesty of Minoan Crete. Series References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/R_References.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Rediscovery **Tags:** Akhenaten, Akkadian, Amarna, Carter, Crete, Cuneiform, Egypt, Minoan, Tablets, Tomb, Tutankhamun --- ### [Episode B2 - Rex Socius Amicusque](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/11/episode-b2-rex-socius-amicusque/) **Published:** November 7, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The early years of Juba II, fostered in the family of Octavian and Octavia. “(Scipio) increased the honor by observing, that among the Romans there was nothing more magnificent than a Triumph; and that those who triumphed were not arrayed with more splendid ornaments than those with which the Roman people considered Massinissa alone, of all foreigners, worthy.” – Livy, *The History of Rome, Book XXX* Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caesar, Juba, Mauretania, Numidia, Octavian, Rome, Triumph --- ### [Episode B4 - Limitem Mundi](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/12/episode-b4-limitem-mundi/) **Published:** December 5, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Juba and Selene begin their rule of Mauretania. “Cato said…they must make no prayer for him; prayer belonged to the conquered, and the craving of grace to those who had done wrong; but for his part he had not only been unvanquished all his life, but was actually a victor now as far as he chose to be, and a conqueror of Caesar in all that was honorable and just.” – Plutarch, *The Life of Cato the Younger* “My husband has died and I have no son. They say about you that you have many sons. You might give me one of your sons to become my husband. I would not wish to take one of my subjects as a husband… I am afraid.” – Queen Ankhesenamun of Egypt, *Letter to King Suppiluliuma I of Hatti* Map of Mauretania Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Cleopatra, Juba, Mauretania, Octavian, Rome, Selene --- ### [Episode B5 - Eclipsis](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/12/episode-b5-eclipsis/) **Published:** December 19, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The birth of Juba and Selene’s children, Ptolemy and Drusilla, and the death of Cleopatra Selene. “The moon herself grew dark, rising at sunset, Covering her suffering in the night, Because she saw her beautiful namesake, Selene, Breathless, descending to Hades, With her she’d had the beauty of her light in common, And mingled her own darkness with her death.” – Crinagoras of Myteline, *Epigram for Cleopatra Selene* Octavian Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/2\_Octavian\_Clan\_1BC.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/2_Octavian_Clan_1BC.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Cleopatra, Juba, Mauretania, Octavian, Rome, Selene --- ### [Episode B6 - Eurus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/01/episode-b6-eurus/) **Published:** January 3, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Juba accompanies Gaius Caesar on his Eastern expedition. “Tigranes…marched forth with an army of such huge proportions that he actually laughed heartily at the appearance of the Romans present there. He is said to have remarked that, in cases where they came to make war, only a few presented themselves, but when it was an embassy, many came.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome, Book 36 “Pompey…announced to his soldiers that Mithridates was dead…Upon this the army filled with joy and, as was natural, gave itself up to sacrifices and entertainments, feeling that in the person of Mithridates ten thousand enemies had died.” – Plutarch, *The Life of Pompey Map of the Near East c. 1 BC: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_1BC.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_1BC.jpg) Near East Family Trees: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/3\_Near\_East\_A.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/3_Near_East_A.pdf) [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/4\_Near\_East\_B.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/4_Near_East_B.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Armenia, Cappadocia, Juba, Mauretania, Mithridates, Nabateans, Octavian, Parthia, Rome, Syria, Tiberius, Tigranes --- ### [Episode B7 - Tropaion](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/01/episode-6-tropaion/) **Published:** January 16, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The death of Gaius Caesar, and Juba’s return to Mauretania. Tropaion (Greek): A battlefield monument, erected at the “turning point” where the enemy’s phalanx broke. Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Juba, Mauretania, Octavian, Rome, Tiberius --- ### [Episode B8 - Scelus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/01/episode-b8-scelus/) **Published:** January 30, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The death of Octavian, elevation of Tiberius, and early military careers of Germanicus and Ptolemy. “Even during the years when he lived at Rhodes, in ostensible retirement and actual exile, (Tiberius) had studied nothing save anger, hypocrisy, and secret lasciviousness.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book I “Yet the temper of the soldiers remained savage, and a sudden desire came over them to advance against the enemy: it would be expiation of their madness; nor could the ghosts of their companions be appeased till their own impious breasts had been marked with honorable wounds. Falling in with the enthusiasm of his troops, (Germanicus) laid a bridge over the Rhine, and threw across twelve thousand legionaries.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book I Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Juba, Mauretania, Rome, Tiberius --- ### [Episode B9 - Germanicus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/02/episode-b9-germanicus/) **Published:** February 13, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Germanicus travels to Syria to assume his Eastern Imperium. “‘The prime duty of friends is not to follow their dead with passive laments, but to remember his wishes and carry out his commands. Strangers themselves will bewail Germanicus: *you*will avenge him – if you loved me, and not my fortune. Show to the Roman people the granddaughter of their deified Augustus, who was also my wife; number her six children: pity will side with the accusers, and, if the murderers allege some infamous warrant, they will find no credence in men – or no forgiveness!’ His friends touched the dying hand, and swore to forgo life sooner than revenge.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book II Updated Near Eastern Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/5\_Near\_East\_19AD.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/5_Near_East_19AD.pdf) Updated Map of the Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_18AD.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_18AD.jpg) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Germanicus, Juba, Mauretania, Ptolemy, Rome, Tiberius --- ### [Episode B10 - Insurgo](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/02/episode-b10-insurgo/) **Published:** February 27, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The ongoing rebellion of Tacfarinas, and the death of Juba. “For Tacfarinas, in spite of many repulses, having first recruited his forces in the heart of Africa, had reached such a pitch of insolence as to send an embassy to Tiberius, demanding nothing less than a territorial settlement for himself and his army, and threatening in the alternative a war from which there was no extrication.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book III Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Juba, Mauretania, Ptolemy, Rome, Tiberius --- ### [Episode B11 - Caedis](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/03/episode-b11-caedis/) **Published:** March 13, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The end of Tacfarinas, and the bloody co-rule of Tiberius and Sejanus. “Then, as the campaign had demonstrated Ptolemy’s good-will, an old-fashioned distinction was revived, and a member of the Senate was dispatched to present him with the traditional bounty of the Fathers, an ivory scepter with the embroidered robe, and to greet him by the style of king, ally and friend.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book IV “There followed from now onward a sheer and grinding despotism: for, with Augusta still alive, there had remained a refuge; since deference to his mother was ingrained in Tiberius, nor did Sejanus venture to claim precedence over the authority of a parent. But now, as though freed from the curb, they broke out unrestrained.” – Tacitus, *The Annals*, Book V Updated Julio-Claudian Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/6\_Octavian\_Clan\_31AD.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/6_Octavian_Clan_31AD.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caligula, Mauretania, Ptolemy, Rome, Sejanus, Tiberius --- ### [Episode B12 - Antonii](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/03/episode-b12-antonii/) **Published:** March 27, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The death of Tiberius, elevation of Caligula, and final years of King Ptolemy I. “Ptolemy, whom (Caligula) invited from his kingdom, and received with great honors, he suddenly put to death, for no other reason, but because he observed that upon entering the theatre, at a public exhibition, he attracted the eyes of all the spectators, by the splendor of his purple robe.” – Suetonius, *The Twelve Caesars, XXXV* “Meanwhile Gaius sent for Ptolemy, the son of Juba, and on ascertaining that he was wealthy put him to death.” – Cassius Dio, *Roman History, Book 59* Heirs of Mark Antony: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/7\_Antonii\_36AD\_1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/7_Antonii_36AD_1.pdf) [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/8\_Antonii\_36AD\_2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/8_Antonii_36AD_2.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc1.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc1.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caligula, Mauretania, Ptolemy, Rome --- ### [Episode B13 - Zealot](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/05/episode-b13-zealot/) **Published:** May 3, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The early life of Drusilla of Mauretania, and her marriage to Marcus Antonius Felix, Roman Procurator of Judea “This Judas, having gotten together a multitude of men of a profligate character about Sepphoris in Galilee, made an assault upon the palace there, and seized upon all the weapons that were laid up in it, and with them armed every one of those that were with him, and carried away what money was left there; and he became terrible to all men, by tearing and rending those that came near him.” – Josephus, *Jewish Antiquities*, Book XVII, Chapter 10 Nero Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/9\_Nero\_48AD.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/9_Nero_48AD.pdf) Regions of Judea: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Judea\_53AD\_1.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Judea_53AD_1.jpg)Select Cities of Judea: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Judea\_53AD\_2.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Judea_53AD_2.jpg) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Christianity, Claudius, Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B14 - The Just](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/05/episode-b14-just/) **Published:** May 15, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The divorce of Felix and Drusilla. James and Paul struggle for the soul of early Christianity. “And then it was that the *sicarii*, as they were called, who were robbers, grew numerous. They made use of small swords, not much different in length from the Persian *acinacae*, but somewhat crooked, and like the Roman *sicae*, as they were called; and from these weapons these robbers got their denomination; and with these weapons they slew a great many; for they mingled themselves among the multitude at their festivals, when they were come up in crowds from all parts to the city to worship God, as we said before, and easily slew those that they had a mind to slay.” – Josephus, *Jewish Antiquities*, Chapter 8 Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Christianity, Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B15 - God of the Mountain](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/05/episode-b15-god-of-mountain/) **Published:** May 29, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Drusilla marries the Emesene Priest-King Gaius Julius Sohaemus. Rome and Parthia go to war over Armenia. “Our ancestors worshipped the Sun, and they were not that foolish. It makes sense to revere the Sun and the stars, for we are their children.” – Carl Sagan Syria and adjacent regions: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Syria\_55AD.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Syria_55AD.jpg) Emesene family tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/10\_Emesenes\_55AD.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/10_Emesenes_55AD.pdf) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B16 - Burn](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/06/episode-b16-burn_12/) **Published:** June 12, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The birth of Drusilla and Sohaemus’ son Gaius Julius Alexio. The Empire confronts the revolt of Boudica, renewed warfare in Armenia, and the Great Fire of Rome. “Rome shall perish – write that word In the blood that she has spilt; Perish, hopeless and abhorr’d, Deep in ruin as in guilt.” – William Cowper, *Boadicea: An Ode* Map of Near East c. 64AD: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_64AD.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_64AD.jpg) Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Boudicca, Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Nero, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode B17 - The Valley](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/06/episode-b17-valley/) **Published:** June 26, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Nero crowns Tiridates King of Armenia. A succession of brutal and corrupt procurators set Judea on the path to revolt. “Go forth unto the valley of the son of Hinnom (Gehenna), which is by the entry of the east gate, and proclaim there the words that I shall tell thee…Because they have forsaken me, and have estranged this place, and have burned incense in it unto other gods, whom neither they nor their fathers have known, nor the kings of Judah, and have filled this place with the blood of innocents; They have built also the high places of Baal, to burn their sons with fire for burnt offerings unto Baal, which I commanded not, nor spake it, neither came it into my mind. Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that this place shall no more be called Tophet, nor the valley of the son of Hinnom, but the valley of slaughter.” – *Jeremiah 19:2-6* Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode B18 - The Josephus Problem](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/08/episodeb18-josephus-problem-synopsis/) **Published:** August 28, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Joseph ben Matityahu fought the Romans as a Jewish General before becoming a trusted advisor to the Flavians. The Josephus Problem (*mathematics*): Given a group of *n* men arranged in a circle under the edict that every *m*th man will be executed going around the circle until only one remains, find the position *L (n, m)* in which you should stand in order to be the last survivor. Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode B20 - The God of Dusk](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/09/episode-b20-god-of-dusk/) **Published:** September 25, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The destruction of Jerusalem. Shalim (*semetic*): Caananite god of dusk and the evening star, paired with Shahar, god of dawn and the morning star. Root of Hebrew *shalom* and Arabic *salam*(peace), associated with sunset and the completion of the workday. Related to the Caananite sun goddess Shapash, a possible manifestation of Shamash. An element in the names of King David’s sons Solomon and Absalom. Original guardian, patron and protective deity of Jerusalem. “Before the fifteenth of July all Syria had sworn the same allegiance. Vespasian’s cause was now joined also by Sohaemus with his entire kingdom, whose strength was not to be despised, and by Antiochus who had enormous ancestral wealth, and was in fact the richest of the subject princes. Presently Agrippa, summoned from Rome by private messages from his friends, while Vitellius was still unaware of his action, quickly crossed the sea and joined the cause.” – Tacitus, *The Histories*, Book II Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Jerusalem, Judea, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode B21 - Betrayal](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/10/episode-b21-betrayal/) **Published:** October 10, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Gaius Julius Sohaemus is compelled to help the Romans conquer Commagene. “Petus…fell upon Commagene before Antiochus and his people had the least expectation of his coming. He had with him the tenth legion, and also some cohorts and troops of horsemen. These kings also came to his assistance: Aristibulus, king of the country called Chalcidene, and Sohaemus, who was called King of Emesa. Nor was there any opposition made to his forces when they entered the kingdom, for no one of that country would so much as lift up his hand against them.” – Josephus, *The Jewish War*, Book VII, Chapter 7 Triptychs for Episodes B1 through B21: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21\_Triptychs.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B1-B21_Triptychs.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Commagene, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Vespasian --- ### [Episode B22 - Optimus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/10/episode-b22-optimus/) **Published:** October 23, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Silas guides Emesa in its transition to a pilgrimage site. The death of King Tiridates I of Armenia brings Rome and Parthia into conflict. “(Parthomasiris) greeted him, took off his diadem from his head, and laid it at (Trajan’s) feet. Then he stood there in silence, expecting to receive it back. At this the soldiers shouted aloud, and hailed Trajan imperator as if on account of some victory (they termed it an uncrowned, bloodless victory to see the king, a descendant of Arsaces, a son of Pacorus, and a nephew of Osroes, standing beside Trajan without a diadem, like a captive). The shout terrified the prince, who though that it heralded insult and destruction for him.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 68 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Armenia, Emesa, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Syria, Trajan --- ### [Episode B23 - Parthicus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/11/episode-b23-parthicus/) **Published:** November 7, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: At the far point of his campaign, Trajan’s Eastern conquests begin to slip from his fingers. “Thence he came to the (Persian Gulf) itself, and when he had learned its nature and seen a boat sailing to India, he said: ‘I should certainly have cross over to the Indi, if I were still young.’ He gave much thought to the Indi, and was curious about their affairs. Alexander he counted a happy man and at the same time declared that he himself had advanced farther. This was the tenor of the dispatch that he forwarded to the Senate, although he was unable to preserve even what territory had been subdued.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 68 The Near East c. 116AD – Provinces and Kingdoms [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_116AD\_1.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_116AD_1.jpg) The Near East c. 116AD – Major Cities [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_116AD\_2.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_116AD_2.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Armenia, Emesa, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Syria, Trajan --- ### [Episode B24 - The Yona Kings](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/11/episode-b24-yona-kings/) **Published:** November 19, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Macedonian kingdoms of Central Asia endured for centuries before being absorbed into the Kushan Empire. Hadrian’s actions in Judea spark a third Jewish Revolt. “Has it ever happened to you, O king, that rival kings rose up against you as enemies and opponents? -Yes, certainly. -Then you set to work, I suppose, to have moats dug, and ramparts thrown up, and watch towers erected, and strongholds built, and stores of food collected? -Not at all. All that had been prepared beforehand. -Or you had yourself trained in the management of war elephants, and in horsemanship, and in the use of the war chariot, and in archery and fencing? -Not at all. I had learnt all that before. -But why? -With the object of warding off future danger.” – *Milinda Panha (The Questions of King Menander)*, Book III, Chapter 7 Map of Central Asia: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/CA\_Regions.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/CA_Regions.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc2.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc2.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Ancient, Antiochus, Arsaces, Babylon, Bactria, Demetrius, Diodotus, Egypt, Emesenes, Eucratides, Euthydemus, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Macedonia, Media, Menander, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Parthia, Persia, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Saka, Scythian, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sogdia, Syria, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode B25 - Discindo](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/02/episode-b25-discindo_5/) **Published:** February 5, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The overthrow of King Gaius Julius Sohaemus of Armenia leads to war between Parthia and Rome. “For Vologases had begun war by assailing on all sides the Roman camp under Severianus, situated in Elegeia, a place in Armenia; and he had shot down and destroyed the whole force, leaders and all. He was now proceeding with numbers that inspired terror against the cities of Syria.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 71 Avidius Cassius Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B25\_Avidius\_Cassius.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B25_Avidius_Cassius.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Armenia, Emesa, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B26 - Emanes](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/02/episode-b26-emanes/) **Published:** February 19, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The revolt of Avidius Cassius. “There is only one thing I fear, fellow-soldiers…and that is that (Avidius Cassius) may either kill himself because ashamed to come into our presence, or someone else upon learning that I shall come and am setting out against him may do it. Then should I be deprived of a great prize both of war and of victory, and of a magnitude such as no human being ever yet obtained. What is this? Why, to forgive a man that has done you an injury, to remain a friend to one who has transgressed friendship, to continue faithful to one who has broken faith.” – Marcus Aurelius, quoted by Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 71 Avidius Cassius Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B25\_Avidius\_Cassius.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B25_Avidius_Cassius.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Egypt, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B27 - Lucifugus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/03/episode-b27-lucifugus/) **Published:** March 5, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Julia Domna was daughter of the Emesene High Priest, destined to marry a king. Then she met Septimius Severus. “Our history now descends from a kingdom of gold to one of iron and rust.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 71 “The primitive Christians perpetually trod on mystic ground, and their minds were exercised by the habits of believing the most extraordinary events.” – Edward Gibbon, *The Christians and the Fall of Rome* Bloodline Family Tree (c. 182AD): [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B27\_Bloodline.png](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B27_Bloodline.png) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Christianity, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B28 - Bestiarius](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/03/episode-b28-bestiarius/) **Published:** March 18, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Julia Domna marries Septimius Severus and gives birth to Caracalla and Geta. Left behind in Rome with her young children, Julia watches as Commodus re-founds the Empire in his own image. “The effect of Commodus upon the Romans was worse than that of all pestilences and all villainies.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 72 Detailed Map of the Roman Empire (brilliantmaps.com): Julia Domna Family Tree: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B27\_Bloodline.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B27_Bloodline.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caracalla, Commodus, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Pertinax, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B29 - 193](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/04/episode-b29-193/) **Published:** April 1, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After Pertinax and his successor are killed in the same year, Severus’s claim to the Empire is contested by two rivals. “Pertinax was one of those men to whom no exception can be taken, but he ruled only for an exceedingly brief space of time and was then put out of the way by the soldiers.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 73 “The Pannonian army was at that time commanded by Septimius Severus, a native of Africa, who, in the gradual ascent of private honors, had concealed his daring ambition.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,* Volume 1, Chapter 5 Bloodline Family Tree (c. 193AD): [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B29\_Bloodline.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B29_Bloodline.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caracalla, Commodus, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Pertinax, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B30 - Mater Castrorum](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/04/episode-b30-mater-castrorum/) **Published:** April 15, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Severus defeats Niger and wages a limited Eastern campaign. While Julia Domna is hailed as Mother of the Camps, Caracalla’s elevation to Caesar prompts a second civil war. *“There used to be an oracle about Hannibal’s death.* *‘The soil of Libyssa would cover Hannibal’s body.’* *The later emperor of the Romans, Severus,* *Who was a descendant of the Libyans, he put upon this man’s* *Tomb a white piece of marble to honor the commander Hannibal.”* – John Tzetzes, Chiliades (or Book of Histories), Book 1, 801 – 805 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Albinus, Caracalla, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B31 - Perish in Blood](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/04/episode-b31-perish-in-blood/) **Published:** April 29, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Severus confronts Albinus at Lugdunum, then launches a war against the Parthians. At the pinnacle of his power, the oracle of Zeus Belos reveals his family’s fate. “The youth of Severus had been trained in the implicit obedience of the camps, and the riper years spent in the despotism of military command. His haughty and inflexible spirit could not discover, or would not acknowledge, the advantage of preserving an intermediate power, however imaginary, between the Emperor and the army.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,* Volume 1, Chapter 5 “Here is one man who overthrew three Emperors after they were already ruling, and got the upper hand of the Praetorians by a trick…He prevailed over them all by his courage. It is not possible to name another like Severus.” – Herodian, *History of the Roman Empire from the Death of Marcus Aurelius to the Accession of Gordian III*, Book 3, Chapter 7 Map of the Near East c. 198AD (provinces): [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_198AD\_1.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_198AD_1.jpg) Map of the Near East c. 198AD (cities): [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_198AD\_2.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_198AD_2.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caracalla, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B32 - The Fourth Caesar](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/07/episode-b32-fourth-caesar/) **Published:** July 22, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Severus’ close friendship with Plautianus estranges him from his family. In his final years, a rebellion in Britannia provides one last opportunity to shape his legacy. “The contemporaries of Severus, in this enjoyment of the peace and glory of his reign, forgave the cruelties by which it had been introduced. Posterity, who experienced the fatal effects of his maxims and example, justly considered him as the principal author of the decline of the Roman Empire.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,* Volume 1, Chapter 5 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caracalla, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B33 - Semiramis](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/08/episode-b33-semiramis_29/) **Published:** August 5, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Caracalla cuts a murderous path through Rome, and provokes a dangerous war with Parthia. After his murder, Julia Domna is forced to contend with a would-be usurper. “Julia Domna deserved all that the stars could promise her. She possessed, even in advanced age, the attractions of beauty, and united to a lively imagination a firmness of mind, and strength of judgement, seldom bestowed on her sex. Her amiable qualities never made any deep impression on the dark and jealous temper of her husband; but in her son’s reign, she administered the principal affairs of the empire, with a prudence that supported his authority, and with a moderation that sometimes corrected his wild extravagancies.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,* Volume 1, Chapter 6 The Bloodline Family Tree – Part I [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33\_Bloodline01.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33_Bloodline01.pdf) The Bloodline Family Tree – Part II [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33\_Bloodline02.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33_Bloodline02.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Caracalla, Egypt, Emesa, Geta, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B34 - Keepers of the Fire](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/08/episode-b34-keepers-of-fire/) **Published:** August 26, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: King Artabanus of Parthia gathers his forces to seek revenge on Rome. Usurpation and war gain the Sasanids control over the southern territory of Fars. “Macrinus, seeing that Artabanus was exceedingly angry at the way he had been treated and had invaded Mesopotamia with a large force, at first of his own accord sent him captives and used friendly language, urging him to accept peace and laying the blame for the past on (Caracalla). But the other would not entertain his proposition, and furthermore bade him build up the forts and demolished cities, abandon Mesopotamia entirely and offer satisfaction in general, but particularly for the damage to the royal tombs. For, trusting in the large force that he had gathered, and despising Macrinus as an unworthy emperor, he gave reign to his wrath and expected that even without Roman consent he could accomplish whatever he wished.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 78 Map of the Parthian Empire [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/PARTHIA\_FINAL.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/PARTHIA_FINAL.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Ardeshir, Characene, Charax, Elymais, Emesa, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Syria, Zoroastrian --- ### [Episode B35 - Bassus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/09/episode-b35-bassus/) **Published:** September 9, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Deception, good fortune, and Macrinus’ failings allow the Severans to retake the Roman throne. As Emperor, Elagabalus makes plans to install the black stone of Elah Gabal in the Capital. “(Elagabalus and Severus Alexander) were priests of the sun god, whom their countrymen worship under the Phoenician name Elagabalus. A huge temple was erected to this god, lavishly decorated with gold, silver, and costly gems. Not only is this god worshipped by the natives, but all the neighboring rulers and kings send generous and expensive gifts to him each year. No statue made by man in the likeness of the god stands in the temple, as in Greek and Roman temples. The temple does, however, contain a huge black stone with a pointed end and round base in the shape of a cone. The Phoenicians solemnly maintain that this stone came down from Zeus; pointing out certain small figures in relief, they assert that it is an unwrought image of the sun, for naturally that is what they wish to see.” – Herodian, *History of the Roman Empire from the Death of Marcus Aurelius to the Accession off Gordian III*, Book V, Chapter III References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Elagabalus, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B36 - The Black Stone](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/09/episode-b36-black-stone_67/) **Published:** September 23, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Elagabalus spearheads a religious revolution in Rome, but his unpopular rule drives Julia Maesa to enact a back-up plan. “To this temple, as to the common center of religious worship, the Imperial fanatic attempted to remove the Ancilia, the Palladium, and all the sacred pledges of the faith of Numa. A crowd of inferior deities attended in various stations the majesty of the god of Emesa; but his court was still imperfect, till a female of distinguished rank was admitted to his bed. Pallas had been first chosen for his consort; but as it was dreaded lest her warlike terrors might affront the soft delicacy of a Syrian deity, the Moon, adorned by the Africans under the name of Astarte, was deemed a more suitable companion for the Sun.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire*, Volume 1, Chapter 6 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Elagabalus, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B37 - Shahanshah](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/10/episode-b37-shahanshah_28/) **Published:** October 28, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Ardeshir defeats Artabanus in battle and claims the Parthian Empire for the Sasanids. After a failed attempt to conquer Armenia, he sets his sights on the Roman East. “Then (Ardeshir) came to battle with Artabanus, killed the entire army of the latter, seized their wealth, property, horses, and portable lodges, and settled himself in Istakhr. He collected soldiers in large numbers from Kerman, Mokristan, Isfahan, and different districts of Fars, and came to fight with Artabanus himself. So Artabanus sent for soldiers and provisions from different frontiers…But as the Glory of the Kayanians (Achaemenids) was with Ardeshir, the latter gained success. He killed Artabanus, whose entire wealth and property fell into the hands of Ardeshir, who married Artabanus’s daughter, and went back to Fars.” – *The Book of Deeds of Ardeshir Son of Pabag*, Chapter IV “Artaxerxes, a Persian, having conquered the Parthians in three battles and killed their king, Artabanus, made a campaign against Hatra, which he endeavored to take as a base for attacking the Romans. He did make a breach in the wall but, as he lost a number of soldiers through an ambuscade, he transferred his position to Media. Of this district, as also of Parthia, he acquired no small portion, partly by force and partly by intimidation, and then marched against Armenia. Here he suffered a reverse at the hands of the natives, some Medes, and the children of Artabanus, and either fled (as some say) or (as others assert) retired to prepare a larger expedition. He accordingly became a source of fear for us.” – Cassius Dio, *Rome*, Book 80 Map of the Roman-Sasanid Frontier c. 232 AD: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/SASANID\_FINAL.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/SASANID_FINAL.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Ardeshir, Elagabalus, Emesa, Palmyra, Parthia, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B38 - The Last Severan](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/11/episode-b38-last-severan/) **Published:** November 12, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Overseen by his mother and grandmother, Severus Alexander’s early reign was marked by wisdom and temperance. A decade later, a Sasanid invasion would test both Rome and its emperor. “When Alexander received the empire, the appearance and the title of Emperor were allowed him, but the management and control of imperial affairs were in the hands of his women, and they undertook a more moderate and more equitable administration.” – Herodian, *History of the Roman Empire from the Death of Marcus Aurelius to the Accession of Gordian III*, Book VI, Chapter I “(Ardeshir) did not remain quiet, however, nor stay on his side of the Tigris River, but, after scaling its banks and crossing the borders of the Roman empire, he overran Mesopotamia and threatened Syria. The entire continent opposite Europe, separated from it by the Aegean Sea and the Propontic Gulf, and the region called Asia, he wished to recover for the Persian empire…When the Eastern governors revealed these developments in their dispatches, Alexander was greatly disturbed by these unanticipated tidings, particularly since, raised from childhood in an age of peace, he had spent his entire life in urban ease and comfort.” – Herodian, *History of the Roman Empire from the Death of Marcus Aurelius to the Accession of Gordian III*, Book VI, Chapter II References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Elagabalus, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Syria --- ### [Episode B39 - Excidium](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/12/episode-b39-excidium/) **Published:** December 2, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Alexander marches East to counter Ardeshir’s invasion, but the conflict ends in a stalemate. A short time later, a legionary rebellion along the Rhine brings the Severan regime to a bloody end. “The lenity of the Emperor confirmed the insolence of the troops; the legions imitated the example of the Guards, and defended their prerogative of licentiousness with the same furious obstinacy. The administration of Alexander was unavailing struggle against the corruption of this age…Fresh mutinies perpetually broke out; his officers were murdered, his authority was insulted, and his life at last sacrificed to the fierce discontents of the army.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire*, Chapter VI, Part IV The Roman War Plan for 233 AD [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/SASANID\_ALEX.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/SASANID_ALEX.jpg) The Bloodline Family Tree (Part 1) [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33\_Bloodline01.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B33_Bloodline01.pdf) The Bloodline Family Tree (Part 2) [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B39\_Bloodline02.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/B39_Bloodline02.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc3.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc3.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Alexander, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Severans, Shapur, Syria, Thrax --- ### [Episode B40 - Uranius](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/04/episode-b40-uranius/) **Published:** April 28, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After the death of Elagabalus, Uranius Antoninus served as High Priest of Elah Gabal in Emesa. From this vantage, he witnessed the birth of Ardeshir’s Persia and the changing fortunes of the Palmyrenes. “Even the name of Tadmor, or Palmyra, by its signification in the Syrian as well as in the Latin language, denoted the multitude of palm-trees which afforded shade and verdure to that temperate region…Palmyra, for a while, stood forth the rival of Rome; but the competition was fatal, and ages of prosperity were sacrificed to a moment of glory.” – Gibbon, *The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire*, Chapter XI, Part III References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) *Dedicated with great respect to Khaled al-Asaad, Palmyra’s devoted protector* ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B41 - Samsigeramus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/05/episode-b41-samsigeramus/) **Published:** May 12, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Shortly after Hatra’s destruction, Shapur inherits the Persian Empire. Gordian’s invasion the following year ends in defeat and humiliation for Rome. “When at first we had become established in the Empire, Gordian Caesar raised in all of the Roman Empire a force from the Goth and German realms, and marched on Asoristan against the Empire of Iran and against us. On the border of Asoristan and Misik a great frontal battle occurred. Gordian Caesar was killed and the Roman force was destroyed.” – *The Great Inscription of Shapur I*, Naqsh-i-Rustam The Roman Near East c. 240AD [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near\_East\_240\_Region.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Near_East_240_Region.jpg) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B42 - Iotapian](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/05/episode-b42-iotapian/) **Published:** May 26, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The revolt of Iotapian shows Eastern nobles the possibilities among the chaos. Shapur’s invasion of Syria drives Samsigeramus to make a bold stand. “As there were at that time many disturbances in the empire, the eastern provinces – which were uneasy, partly owing to the exactions of exorbitant tributes, and partly to their dislike of Priscus, their governor, who was a man of an intolerably evil disposition – wished for innovation, and set up (Iotapian) for emperor.” – Zosimus,*The History,* Book 1 “So rapid were the motions of the Persian cavalry, that, if we may credit a very judicious historian, the city of Antioch was surprised when the idle multitude were fondly gazing on the amusements of the theatre. The splendid buildings of Antioch, private as well as public, were either pillaged or destroyed; and the numerous inhabitants were put to the sword, or led away into captivity.” – Edward Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,* Chapter X, Part IV References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B43 - Sibylline](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/06/episode-b43-sibylline/) **Published:** June 16, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Samsigeramus saves Emesa from Sasanid destruction, then proclaims himself Augustus. The arrival of Valerian marks the end of his reign and the elevation of Odaenathus to provincial governor. “And then there shall be a flight of Romans; and thereafter there shall come the priest heard of all round, sent by the sun, from Syria appearing, and by guile shall he accomplish all things. And then too the city of the sun shall offer prayer; and round about her shall the Persians dare the fearful threatenings of the Phoenicians.” – *The Sibylline Oracles*, Book XIII References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria --- ### [Episode B44 - Edessa](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/09/episode-b44-edessa/) **Published:** September 29, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After his humiliating defeat at the hands of Shapur, Valerian joins tens of thousands of Roman captives deported to the heartland of Persia. “Going without consideration to Shapur with a small retinue, to treat for a peace, (Valerian) was presently laid hold off by the enemy, and so ended his days in the capacity of a slave among the Persians, to the disgrace of the Roman name in all future times.” – Zosimus, *The History* “Whatever treatment the unfortunate Valerian might experience in Persia, it is at least certain that the only emperor of Rome who had ever fallen into the hands of the enemy, languished away his life in hopeless captivity.” – Gibbon, *History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire*, Chapter X, Part IV References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Edessa, Emesa, Odaenathus, Palmyra, Rome, Shapur, Syria, Valerian --- ### [Episode B45 - Odaenathus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/10/episode-b45-odaenathus/) **Published:** October 13, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Odaenathus helps drive the Persians from Syria and preserve Gallienus’ throne. After his peace offering is spurned by Shapur, Odaenathus prepares to invade the Sasanid Empire. “Had not Odaenathus, prince of the Palmyrenes, seized the imperial power after the capture of Valerian, when the strength of the Roman state was exhausted, all would have been lost in the East.” – *The Historia Augusta* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Anatolia, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Shapur, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B46 - Melek Melek](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/10/episode-b46-melek-melek/) **Published:** October 27, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Odaenathus declares himself King of Kings, twice besieges the Sasanid capital, and combats Gothic pirates on the Black Sea coast. At the height of his power he’s betrayed and murdered, and Palmyrene power passes to Queen Zenobia. “While Valerian was growing old in Persia, Odaenathus the Palmyrene gathered together an army and restored the Roman power almost to its pristine condition.” – *The Historia Augusta* “Him will glory attend. He himself, unblemished and great, will rule over the Romans, and the Persians will be powerless.” – *The Thirteenth Sibylline Oracle* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Anatolia, Ctesiphon, Emesa, Odaenathus, Palmyra, Rome, Sasanian, Shapur, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B47 - Zenobia](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/11/episode-b47-zenobia/) **Published:** November 10, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Following the murder of the Emperor Gallienus, Zenobia successfully defends Palmyra against both Roman and Persian aggression. “Zenobia then took upon her the administration of affairs. She was the wife of Odaenathus, but had the courage of a man, and with the assistance of her husband’s friends, acted in every respect as well as he had done.” – Zosimus, T*he History* “This Heraclianus, however, on setting out against the Persians, was defeated by the Palmyrenes, and lost all the troops he had gathered, for Zenobia was ruling Palmyra and most of the East with the vigour of a man.” – *The Historia Augusta* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Emesa, Odaenathus, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B48 - 270](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/11/episode-b48-270/) **Published:** November 24, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Zenobia’s armies successfully capture Arabia Petraea and Egypt. The death of Claudius and his brother Quintillus pave the way for the Emperor Aurelian. “Zenobia began to think of extending her dominion, and therefore sent Zabdas into Egypt.” – Zosimus, *The History* “Nor was the plague confined to the Barbarians alone, but began to infest the Romans, many of whom died, and amongst the rest Claudius, a person adorned with every virtue…Quintillus, the brother of Claudius, was then declared emperor. He had reigned but a few months, and had performed nothing worthy of notice, before Aurelian was raised to the imperial throne.” – Zosimus, *The History* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Anatolia, Egypt, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B49 - Nemesis](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/01/episode-b49-nemesis/) **Published:** January 12, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Zenobia orders her general Zabdas to capture Anatolia. After subduing the Marcomanni and the Goths, Aurelian makes preparations to reclaim the East. “(Aurelian) was naturally of a severe disposition. A peasant and a soldier, his nerves yielded not easily to the impressions of sympathy, and he could sustain without emotion the sight of tortures and death. Trained from his earliest youth in the exercise of arms, he set too small a value on the life of a citizen, chastised by military execution the slightest offences, and transferred the stern discipline of the camp into the civil administration of the laws.” – Edward Gibbon, *The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire* “Since there were in the army two tribunes, both named Aurelian…the soldiers game him the nickname of ‘Sword-in-hand,’ so that, if anyone chanced to ask which Aurelian had done anything or performed any exploit, the reply would be made ‘Aurelian Sword-in-hand,’ and so he would be identified.” – *The Historia Augusta* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Anatolia, Aurelian, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B50 - Augusta](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/01/episode-b50-augusta/) **Published:** January 26, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Aurelian’s vision compels him to spare the defiant citizens of Tyana. As the Romans advance through Anatolia, Zenobia concentrates her forces in Syria, and the two sides finally clash at the Battle of Immae. “As soon as the Emperor was on his march thither, Ancyra submitted to the Romans, and afterwards Tyana, and all the cities between that and Antioch. There finding Zenobia with a large army ready to engage, as he himself also was, he met and engaged her as honor obliged him.” – Zosimus, *the History* “Zenobia would have ill deserved her reputation, had she indolently permitted the Emperor of the West to approach within a hundred miles of her capital…The Queen of Palmyra animated the armies by her presence, and devolved the execution of her orders on Zabdas, who had already signaled his military talents by the conquest of Egypt. The numerous forces of Zenobia consisted for the most part of light archers, and of heavy cavalry clothed in complete steel.” – Gibbon, *The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Anatolia, Aurelian, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B51 - Emesa](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/02/episode-b51-emesa/) **Published:** February 9, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After a crushing defeat at the Battle of Emesa, Zenobia retreats to Palmyra. Aurelian has a divine encounter at the Temple of Elah Gabal. “After this, the whole issue of the war was decided near Emesa in a mighty battle fought against Zenobia and Zabdas, her ally. When Aurelian’s horsemen, now exhausted, were on the point of breaking their ranks and turning their backs, suddenly by the power of a supernatural agency, as was afterwards made known, a divine form spread encouragement throughout the foot-soldiers and even rallied the horsemen. Zenobia and Zabdas were put to flight, and a victory was won in full.” – *The Historia Augusta* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Aurelian, Cataphract, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B52 - Palmyra](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/02/episode-b52-palmyra/) **Published:** February 24, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Boxed in by Aurelian’s siege, Zenobia makes a desperate attempt to enlist the support of the Persians. “Palmyra was the last resource of the widow of Odaenathus. She retired within the walls of her capital, made every preparation for a vigorous resistance, and declared, with the intrepidity of a heroine, that the last moment of her reign and of her life should be the same.” – Gibbon, *The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire* “You have the prospect of such Magnicient Ruines, that if it be Lawful to frame a Conjecture of the Original Beauty of the place, by what is still remaining, I question somewhat whether any City in the World could have challenged Precedence over this in all its Glory.” – W. Halifax, *A Relation of a Voyage from Aleppo to Palmyra in Syria*, 1695 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Aurelian, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B53 - Memento Mori](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/03/episode-b53-memento-mori/) **Published:** March 9, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Aurelian returns East to crush Palmyrene revolts in Syria and Egypt. The sources relate differing accounts of Zenobia’s ultimate fate. “To the tumultuous throng which crowded under these porticoes the solitude of death has succeeded. The silence of the tomb is substituted for the hum of polite places.” – Count C.F.C deVolney, *The Ruins, or Meditations on the Revolutions of Empires* “The elevation of Odaenathus and Zenobia appeared to reflect new splendor on their country, and Palmyra, for a while, stood forth the rival of Rome; but the competition was fatal, and ages of prosperity were sacrificed to a moment of glory.” *– Gibbon, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire* “When the sand seems to disappear, not beneath the verdure of an oasis but beneath an accumulation of marble and worked stones, silence falls among the travelers…it is then that a man, even the least civilized, feels himself to be small and, despite himself, meditates on the presence of that mighty ruin as upon a mighty sorrow.” – L. Double, 1877 References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Aurelian, Egypt, Emesa, Palmyra, Rome, Syria, Triumph, Zenobia --- ### [Episode B54 - Efqa](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/03/episode-b54-efqa/) **Published:** March 23, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Monotheism, modern Syria, the world’s first romance story, and the end of the Bloodline. “The oasis and town of Palmyra owe their existence to the plentiful spring that runs from Jebel Muntar. This spring dominates a narrow passage in the principal route between the Homs pass and the Euphrates River and is in the heart of the Syrian desert. The oasis furnishes a resting place between Iraq and Central Syria, and it was a primary stop for caravans plying between the Gulf, Iran, and the Mediterranean.” – Khaled Al-Asaad and Adnan Bounni, *Palmyra: History, Monuments & Museum* References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline\_Arc4.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Bloodline_Arc4.pdf) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Bloodline **Tags:** Armenia, Aurelian, Bahram, Christianity, Constantine, Emesa, Kartir, Mani, Manicheism, Palmyra, Rome, Severans, Syria, Zenobia, Zoroastrian --- ### [Just Did My First Interview](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/06/just-did-my-first-interview/) **Published:** June 26, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** with the lovely and talented Drew from the Wonders of the World podcast, where we talk about the exotic Roman Emperor Elagabalus, the amazing temple complex at Baalbek, and lots of other fun stuff. Enjoy! And please also check out his other episodes (it helps if you bring a healthy love of Demetrius Poliorcetes 😉 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** from Wonders of the World podcast --- ### [The Rest of My Interview](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/07/the-rest-of-my-interview/) **Published:** July 11, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** with Drew from the Wonders of the World Podcast, where we talk about Palmyra, Odaenathus, and (of course) Queen Zenobia. Enjoy! ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** from Wonders of the World podcast --- ### [Episode T1 – Nicator](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-t1-nicator/) **Published:** December 21, 2018 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Seleucus I Nicator forges the Seleucid Empire, and his descendants spend the next century struggling to preserve his legacy. “In Asia, after the defeat of Demetrius at Gaza in Syria, Seleucus, receiving from Ptolemy no more than eight hundred foot soldiers and about two hundred horse, set out for Babylon.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Library of History, Book XIX* ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Diadochi, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T2 - Megas](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/01/episode-t2-megas/) **Published:** January 4, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Antiochus the Great restores Seleucid fortunes, but his son Antiochus IV sews the seeds of the Empire’s destruction. “On (Antiochus IV), after reading the dispatch, saying that he desired to consult with his friends on the situation, Popilius did a thing which was looked upon as exceedingly overbearing and insolent. Happening to have a vine stick in his hand, he drew a circle round Antiochus with it, and ordered him to give his answer to the letter before he stepped out of that circumference.” – Polybius, *the Histories, Book XXIX* ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Apamea, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Characene, Charax, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Elymais, Emesenes, Greece, Hannibal, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T4 - Soter](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/02/episode-t4-soter/) **Published:** February 1, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Demetrius seizes the Syrian throne and stems immediate threats from Media and Judaea. But deposed officials and regional rulers conspire to engineer his downfall. “When it became known that the Romans were ill disposed towards Demetrius, not only the other kings but even some of the satraps subject to him regarded his kingship with scant respect. Of these satraps the most outstanding was a certain Timarchus…By launching many accusations against Demetrius (he) persuaded the senate to enact (a decree making him king). Emboldened by this decree he raised an army of considerable size in Media; he also entered into alliance against Demetrius with Artaxias, the king of Armenia.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Library of History, Book XXXI* ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T6 - Philometor](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/02/episode-t6-philometor/) **Published:** February 28, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: With Syria beset by regional enemies, three kings face off at the Battle of the Oenoparos River. The lone survivor, King Demetrius II, inaugurates his reign with the violent destruction of Antioch. “And the king of Egypt gathered together a great host, like the sand that lieth upon the sea shore, and many ships, and went about through deceit to get Alexander’s kingdom, and join it to his own…Wherefore he took his daughter from him, and gave her to Demetrius, and forsook Alexander, so that their hatred was openly known. Then Ptolemy entered into Antioch, where he set two crowns upon his head, the crown of Asia, and of Egypt.” – 1 Maccabees, Chapter 11 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T7 - Blazing From Afar](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/07/episode-t7-blazing-from-afar/) **Published:** July 12, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: On the eastern frontiers of the Seleucid Empire, Parthia, Bactria and the Indo-Greeks struggle for regional supremacy. The stalemate in Syria and murder of Eucratides advance the fortunes of Mithridates. “At about the same time that Mithridates was beginning his rule in Parthia, Eucratides was beginning his in Bactria, both of them great men. But the fortunes of the Parthians prevailed, carrying them to the zenith of their power under this king.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, 41.6“The Yavanas (Greeks) will command, the Kings will disappear. But ultimately the Yavanas, intoxicated with fighting, will not stay in Madhadesa (the Middle Country); there will be undoubtedly a civil war among them, arising in their own country (Bactria), there will be a terrible and ferocious war.” – Gargi-Samhita, *Yuga Purana*, Chapter 7 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Arsaces, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Diodotus, Egypt, Emesenes, Eucratides, Euthydemus, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Menander, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Saka, Scythian, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode T8 - The City](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/07/episode-t8-city/) **Published:** July 26, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The rediscovery of Ai Khanoum testified to the wealth and power of the Bactrian Kingdom. Mithridates’ conquest of Babylonia is countered by an unlikely coalition. “The cities of Bactria were Bactra, which they also call Zariaspa and through which flows a river of the same name that empties into the Oxus, plus the city of Darapsa, and others more. Among these was a city called Eucratideia, named after its ruler… (The Greeks) also controlled Sogdiana, which lies above and to the east of Bactria between the Oxus River – demarcating Bactrians from Sogdians – and the Jaxartes River, likewise separating the Sogdians from the nomads.” – Strabo, *Geography*, 11.11.2 “These wise sayings of earlier men, the words of well-known men, are enshrined in the holy Pytho. There Clearchus copied them faithfully, and set them up here in the sanctuary of Kineas, blazing from afar. As a child, be well-behaved. As a youth, be self-controlled. As an adult, be just. As an elder, be wise. As one dying, be without pain.” – Inscription at the Heroon (hero’s tomb) of Kineas, oikistes (founder) of the city of Ai Khanoum, Afghanistan, dated 300 – 250 BC Map of Ai Khanoum and Ashoka Rock Edicts [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Ai\_Khanoum.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Ai_Khanoum.jpg) Map of the Eastern Satrapies [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Eastern\_Satrapies.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Eastern_Satrapies.jpg) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Arsaces, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Diodotus, Egypt, Emesenes, Eucratides, Euthydemus, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Menander, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Saka, Scythian, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode T9 - Tryphon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/08/episode-t9-tryphon/) **Published:** August 9, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Seleucid rebel Diodotus Tryphon uses Thea and Alexander Balas’ young son, Antiochus VI, to capture most of Syria. Though paralyzed at home, Demetrius II embarks on a bold plan to challenge the conquests of Mithridates. “Now there was a certain commander…whose name was Diodotus, who was also called Tryphon, who took notice of the ill-will the soldiers bore toward Demetrius, and went to (Iamblichus) the Arabian, who brought up Antiochus, the son of Alexander…and persuaded him to give him Antiochus, because he would make him king.” – Josephus, *The Antiquities of the Jews*, Book XIII, Chapter 5 “And so cities in all districts rebelled against (Demetrius’) rule; and to remove the stigma of indolence he decided to attack the Parthians.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, 36.1.7 Map of Syria c. 200 BC (courtesy of [www.timemaps.com](http://www.timemaps.com/)) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T10 - Sidetes](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/08/episode-t10-sidetes/) **Published:** August 24, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Cleopatra Thea marries Demetrius II’s brother, Antiochus VII, becoming the simultaneous queen of two Seleucid kings. While Antiochus crushes Tryphon’s revolt and recovers former Seleucid territories, Demetrius is defeated by Mithridates and imprisoned in distant Hyrcania. “But as Antiochus, the brother of Demetrius (II) who was called Soter, was not admitted by any of the cities on account of Tryphon, Cleopatra sent to him, and invited him to marry her, and to take the kingdom. The reasons why she made this invitation were these: That her friends persuaded her to it, and that she was afraid for herself, in case some of the people of Seleucia (Pieria) should deliver up the city to Tryphon. As Antiochus was now come to Seleucia, and his forces increased every day, he marched to fight Tryphon; and having beaten him in battle, he ejected him out of Upper Syria into Phoenicia, and pursued him thither, and besieged him in Dora which was a fortress hard to be taken, whither he had fled.” – Josephus, *The Antiquities of the Jews*, Book XIII, Chapter 7 “Antiochus well remembered that his father had been hated for his arrogance and his brother despised for his idleness. To avoid falling into the same vices himself, he married Cleopatra, his brother’s widow, and took vigorous action against the cities which had defected at the start of his brother’s reign. He subdued them and added them once more to the territory of his kingdom.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, 36.1.9 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode S1 - Alexander in Bactria](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/09/episode-s1-alexander-in-bactria/) **Published:** September 13, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “I am engaged in a land of a leonine and brave people, where every foot of the ground is like a wall of steel confronting my soldiers. You have brought only one Alexander into the world, but every mother in this land has brought an Alexander into the world.” – Alexander the Great, in a letter written to his mother Olympias from Bactria Synopsis: Five years of campaigning brought Alexander the Great to the doorstep of Bactria, but he’d spend much of the next three years – arguably the most difficult of his life – trying to control the region. In this first episode of an occasional series called “The Ancient World – Spotlight” I’m joined by historian and author Tristan Hughes to discuss the uprising of the Sogdian warlord Spitamenes, quite possibly Alexander’s greatest foe, and the later revolts of Hellenic troops upon news of Alexander’s death. Tristan Hughes @BattlesAncients on Twitter Battles of the Ancients website [www.turningpointsoftheancientworld.com](http://www.turningpointsoftheancientworld.com/) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode S2 - The Bactrian Kingdom](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/10/episode-s2-bactrian-kingdom/) **Published:** October 11, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** “In this battle, Antiochus’ horse was wounded and killed, and the king himself was struck through the mouth and lost some of his teeth. On the whole, he acquired on that occasion the greatest reputation for valor. Because of this battle, Euthydemus was caught off guard and retreated with his forces into the Bactrian city of Zariaspa.” – Polybius, *The Histories*, 10.49 Synopsis: After the death of Alexander the Great, Bactria came under Seleucid rule before gaining its independence under the Diodotid and Euthydemid kings. In the second part of my interview with historian and author Tristan Hughes, we discuss how the Bactrian Kingdom was born, preserved itself against multiple attempts at Seleucid reconquest, and finally met its end. Tristan Hughes @BattlesAncients on Twitter Battles of the Ancients website [www.turningpointsoftheancientworld.com](http://www.turningpointsoftheancientworld.com/) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Arsaces, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Diodotus, Egypt, Emesenes, Eucratides, Euthydemus, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Menander, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Saka, Scythian, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode T11 - Euergetes](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/11/episode-t11-euergetes/) **Published:** November 15, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Ongoing strife in Anatolia and Egypt allows Antiochus VII to campaign east against the Parthians. His early successes inspire hopes of a resurgent Seleucid Empire, hopes shattered by his unexpected death. “In Asia, Attalos III as soon as he came to the throne began to manage affairs in a way quite different from all the former kings; for they, by their clemency and kindness to their subjects, reigned prosperously and happily themselves and were a blessing to the kingdom; but this prince being of a cruel and bloody disposition oppressed his subjects with many slaughters and grievous calamities.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Historical Library*, Book 35 “Ptolemy Physcon, when he saw that his sister Cleopatra (II) was so great an enemy to him, and could not revenge himself otherwise upon her, contrived a most abominable piece of villainy for that purpose. For, imitating the cruelty of Medeia, he murdered her son, begotten by himself, in Cyprus; the son was called Memphites, and was still a young boy.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Historical Library*, Book 35 “(Queen) Laodice (of Cappadocia) had had six children of the male sex by King Ariarathes (V); she feared that she would not long remain in control of the kingdom once any of them grew up, so she resorted to murder, killing five of them by poison.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 37 Map of Anatolia after the Treaty of Apamea (c. 188 BC): ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, India, Indo-Greeks, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T12 - Sar Matati](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/11/episode-t12-sar-matati/) **Published:** November 29, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: After Mithridates is struck down by an illness, his son Phraates II defends Parthian gains against the army of Antiochus VII. Forced to retreat to Hyrcania, Phraates sets events in motion that result in the deaths of both kings. “On Antiochus (VII)’s approach, many eastern princes came to meet him, surrendering their persons and their thrones, with curses of the arrogance of the Parthians. The first encounter took place forthwith. Victorious in three battles, Antiochus seized Babylon and began to be dubbed ‘the Great.’ Thus, as all the peoples were defecting to him, the Parthians were left with nothing but the lands of their fathers.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 38 “When word of (a revolt) came to Antiochus (VII), he advanced with the contingent which was wintering with him in order to assist those who were closest at hand, only to meet while on the march the king of the Parthians, against whom he put up a braver fight than did his forces. Finally, however, the enemy’s valor prevailed and Antiochus, deserted by his craven troops, was killed.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 38 “Let’s sit on the ground and tell sad stories of the death of kings, how some were overthrown and others killed in war. Some were haunted by the ghosts of the kings they had overthrown.” – Shakespeare, *Richard II: Act 3 Scene 2* Map of the Parthian Empire c. 96 BC, which is fairly similar to what they held under Mithridates I c. 138 BC: ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Afghanistan, Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Bactria, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Saka, Scythian, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Sogdia, Syria, Turkey, Tyre, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode T13 - Eunus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2019/12/episode-t13-eunus/) **Published:** December 13, 2019 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: A Syrian man from Apamea, enslaved on the island of Sicily, renames himself King Antiochus and launches the first large-scale slave rebellion against the Roman Republic. “The Sicilians, through the enjoyment of a long peace, grew very rich, and brought up an abundance of slaves; who being driven in droves like so many herds of cattle from the different places where they were bred and brought up, were branded with certain marks burned on their bodies….their masters were very strict and severe with them, and took no care to provide either necessary food or clothing for them, so that most of them were forced to rob and steal to get these necessities; so that all places were full of slaughters and murders.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Historical Library*, Book 34 “Then they made Eunus king, not for his valor or skill in warfare, but on account of his extraordinary tricks, and because he was made the leader and author of the defection…At length, putting a diadem upon his head and graced with all the emblems of royalty, he caused his wife, who was also a Syrian from the same city, to be called queen, and chose such as he judged to be the most prudent to be his councillors.” – Diodorus Siculus, *The Historical Library*, Book 34 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Delos, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sicily, Sidon, Slavery, Spartacus, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T14 - Zabinas](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/02/episode-t14-zabinas/) **Published:** February 14, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Demetrius II returns to Syria, but his unpopularity – and support for the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra II – results in a usurper named Alexander Zabinas taking most of his kingdom. Fleeing a military defeat, Demetrius is denied entry to Ptolemais-Akko by Cleopatra Thea, an act that leads to his death. The elevation of their son Seleucus V results in a darker tragedy. “Released from confinement among the Parthians and restored to his throne, Antiochus’ brother Demetrius (II) decided to make war on Egypt…For his mother-in-law, Cleopatra (II), promised him the throne of Egypt as the reward for his assistance against her brother.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 39. “Demetrius (II), for his part, was defeated by Alexander (Zabinas) and, with misfortune besetting him on all sides, he was finally abandoned even by his wife and children. Left with a few slaves, he made for Tyre, intending to use the sanctity of the temple to protect himself; but as he disembarked from this ship he was killed on the orders of the governor.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 39. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Cleopatra, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode T15 - Grypus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/02/episode-t15-grypus/) **Published:** February 28, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Cleopatra Thea convinces her son Antiochus VIII Grypus to return to Syria and share the throne. But once Zabinas is defeated and the kingdom secure, Grypus decides to avenge his brother’s murder. “Ptolemy (Physcon)…proceeded to devote his entire strength to the destruction of Alexander (Zabinas’) kingdom, which the latter had acquired by Ptolemy’s resources solely because of his hatred for Demetrius (II). He therefore sent assistance to Grypus on a massive scale and also gave him the hand of his daughter, Tryphaena, in marriage.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 39 “After recovering his father’s throne and being freed from threats from abroad, Grypus became the target of his mother’s treachery. Through her lust for power she had already betrayed her husband, Demetrius, and killed her other son; now she took it ill that her prestige was diminished by Grypus’ victory, and so she set before him a cup of poison.” – Justin, *Epitome of the Philippic History of Pompeius Trogus*, Book 39 ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Characene, Charax, Cleopatra, Commagene, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Elymais, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre, Yuezhi --- ### [Episode T17 - The Sons of Grypus](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/03/episode-t17-the-sons-of-grypus/) **Published:** March 27, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: With Rome encroaching from the north and south, the sons of Grypus battle Parthians, usurpers and local powers to keep their hold on Syria. “As he lingered on the banks of the Euphrates, (Sulla) received a visit from Orobazus, a Parthian, who came as an ambassador from King Arsaces, although up to this time the two nations had held no intercourse with one another. This also is thought to have been part of Sulla’s great good fortune, that he should be the first Roman with whom the Parthians held conference when they wanted alliance and friendship.” – Plutarch, *Parallel Lives*, Sulla “Straton, the tyrant of Berroea…called in Zizon, the ruler of the Arabian tribes, and Mithridates Sinax, the ruler of the Parthians, who coming with a great number of forces, and besieging Demetrius (III) in his encampment, into which they had driven them with their arrows, compelled those that were with him by thirst to deliver up themselves. So they took a great many spoils out of that country, and Demetrius himself, whom they sent to Mithridates (II).” – Josephus, *Antiquities of the Jews*, Book XIII, Chapter 12 (Absolutely awesome and super-useful) map of Syria and surrounding territories c. 95 BC ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Thea **Tags:** Alexander, Alexandria, Anatolia, Ancient, Antioch, Antiochus, Arabia, Armenia, Babylon, Cappadocia, Characene, Charax, Cleopatra, Commagene, Cyprus, Damascus, Demetrius, Egypt, Elymais, Emesenes, Greece, Hellenistic, History, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Judea, Lebanon, Macedonia, Media, Mesopotamia, Mithridates, Nabateans, Parthia, Persia, Phoenicia, Pontus, Ptolemies, Ptolemy, Rome, Seleucids, Seleucus, Sidon, Syria, Turkey, Tyre --- ### [Episode S3 – Queen Mavia](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/07/episode-s3-queen-mavia/) **Published:** July 10, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: A century after Queen Zenobia, another Syrian Arab warrior queen rises to challenge the power or Rome – and succeeds. The story of Queen Mavia of the Tanukh. “Mavia, queen of the Saracens, had begun to convulse the villages and towns on the border of Palestine and Arabia with a violent war, and to ravage the neighboring provinces.” – Rufinas ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight **Tags:** Adrianople, al-Hawari, al-Tabari, Aleppo, Arian, Chalcis, Chasidat, Christianity, Constantinople, Danube, foederati, Fritigern, Goths, Gratian, Jadhima, Julian, Lakhmids, Manichees, Mavia, Mawiyya, Medina, Monopysite, Moses, Palmyra, Richomer, Rome, Sasanian, Shapur, Spartacus, Syria, Tanukh, Valens, Valentinian, Victor, Zenobia --- ### [Episode S4 - Children of the Moon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/10/episode-s4-children-of-the-moon/) **Published:** October 9, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Sabaeans and Himyarites leveraged their control over south Arabian aromatics into a lucrative trade that spanned the ancient world. The region’s remoteness, wealth and active diplomacy afforded some protection from the powerful empires who frequently dominated the north. Map of the Arabian Peninsula: ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight **Tags:** Adummatu, Alexander, Almaqah, Antiochus, Arabia, Augustus, Axum, Babylon, Berenice, Byblos, Christianity, Constantine, Erythraean, Ethiopia, Frumentius, Gallus, Gaza, Gerrha, Hadramaut, Himyar, Himyarites, Judaism, Kush, Lakhmids, malik, Marib, Memphis, Meroe, mukarrib, Nabataeans, Persia, Qataban, Qedar, Rome, Rufinus, Saba, Sabaeans, Sennacherib, Severans, Shamshi, Shapur, Sheba, Sidon, Sin, Sirwa, Solomon, Strabo, Tigray, Trajan, Tyre, Yemen --- ### [Episode S5 - Ordeal by Fire](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2020/10/episode-s5-ordeal-by-fire/) **Published:** October 23, 2020 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: In the 4th century AD, the Ethiopian kingdom of Axum converted to Christianity even as the neighboring Himyarites of Yemen converted to Judaism. Centuries later, Axum’s invasion of Yemen to stop the persecution of Christians triggered a conflict with Persia. Map of the kingdoms of Axum and Himyar: ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight --- ### [A Young Man's Fancy](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2021/03/a-young-mans-fancy/) **Published:** March 21, 2021 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners **Tags:** Egypt, Hittites --- ### [Episode S6 – Castle of the Slave](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/07/episode-s6-castle-of-the-slave/) **Published:** July 1, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Joseph and Hyrcanus of the Tobiad clan served as tax farmers in Coele Syria for nearly half a century, weathering the transition from Ptolemaic and Seleucid control along with the constant maelstrom of Jerusalem politics. “Hyrcanus determined not to return to Jerusalem any more, but seated himself beyond Jordan, and was at perpetual war with the Arabians, and slew many of them, and took many of them captives. He also erected a strong castle, and built it entirely of white stone to the very roof, and had animals of a prodigious magnitude engraven upon it…And he ruled over those parts for seven years, even all the time that Seleucus was king of Syria. But when he was dead, his brother Antiochus, who was called Epiphanes, took the kingdom.” – Josephus, *Antiquities of the Jews*, Book XII, Chapter 4 Map of the Decapolis region: ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Spotlight **Tags:** Achaemenid, Alexandria, Amman, Antiochus, Arabs, Aradus, Aretas, Ashkelon, Athenion, cataphracts, Cleopatra, Coele, Decapolis, Dion, Edomite, Egypt, Emesa, Gadara, Gerasa, Hasmoneus, Heliodorus, Hippos, Homs, Hyrcanus, Jason, Jerusalem, Jordan, Joseph, Josephus, Judea, Maccabees, Macedonian, Mattathias, Memphis, Menelaus, Nabateans, Neo-Babylonian, Onias, Panium, Persian, Petra, phalangites, phalanx, Philadelphia, Ptolemais-Akko, Ptolemy, Rabbath-Ammon, Rafah, Raphia, Rosetta, Samaria, Scythopolis, Seleucid, Seleucus, Seleukeia, Simon, Syria, Syrians, tesserakonteres, Tobiads, Tyre, Tyros --- ### [Episode C18 – Qarqar](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/12/episode-c18-qarqar/) **Published:** December 25, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: A coalition marshalled by Hadad-ezer of Aram-Damascus and Urahilina of Hamath successfully defends southern Syria from further Assyrian encroachment. But a decade of campaigning by Shalmaneser begins to take its toll. “I destroyed, devastated, and set fire to Qarqar, his royal city. Urahilina brought twelve kings to his support; they came against me to offer battle and fight: 1,200 chariots, 1,200 cavalry, and 20,000 soldiers belonging to Hadad-ezer of Damascus; 700 chariots, 700 cavalry, and 10,000 soldiers belonging to Urahilina of Hamath; 2,000 chariots, and 10,000 soldiers belonging to Ahab, the Israelite; 500 soldiers belonging to the Gueans; 1,000 soldiers belonging to the Musreans; 10 chariots and 10,000 soldiers belonging to the Irkanateans; 200 soldiers belonging to Matinuba’il the Arwadite; 200 soldiers belonging to the Usanateans; 30 chariots and 1,000 soldiers belonging to Adunu-ba’il the Shianean; 1,000 camels belonging to Gindibu’ the Arabian; and 1,000 soldiers \[belonging to\] Baasha, son of Ruhubi, the Ammonite. Trusting in the exalted might which the lord Assur had given me, in the mighty weapons, which Nergal, who goes before me, had presented to me, I battled with them.” – The Kurkh Stele of Shalmaneser III Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) The Kings of Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_3\_King\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_3_King_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C18\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C18_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C18\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C18_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C17 – The House of Omri](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/12/episode-c17-the-house-of-omri/) **Published:** December 11, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Political intrigues in Iron Age Israel end with the rise of King Omri. The kingdoms of Hamath and Aram-Damascus leverage military power and regional diplomacy to prepare for the coming of Shalmaneser. “I am Urahilina, son of Paritas, king of Hamath…I made my own seat for every single god. But this seat I built for Ba’alat, and I put my name and Ba’alat’s on it…During the time of my father and grandfather, the temple of Ba’alat lacked income. They did not burn the burnt offering, a sacrificial ox, up and down to the god. But myself, in my times, it shall not lack income.” – Building inscription of King Urahilina of Hamath, recording the construction and endowment of a temple to the goddess Ba’alat Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) The Kings of Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_3\_King\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_3_King_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C17\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C17_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C17\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C17_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C16 - Kar Shalmaneser](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/11/episode-c16-kar-shalmaneser/) **Published:** November 27, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: Shalmaneser’s Syrian invasions were countered by a coalition forged by King Ahuni of Bit-Adini. But repeated campaigns wore down his rivals and ended in Assyrian dominance. “Ahuni, terrified by my terrible, awe-inspiring weapons and my grim warfare, crossed over the Euphrates to save his life, and made his way to other lands. At the command of my lord Assur, the great lord, I annexed Til-barsip, Aligu, Nappigi and Rugulit as royal cities. I settled Assyrians there and built palaces in them for my royal residence. I renamed Til-barsip as Kar-Shalmaneser.” – Inscription of Shalmaneser III on the Kurkh Monolith Link to Download the Episode: Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) The Kings of Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_3\_King\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_3_King_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C16\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C16_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C16\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C16_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C15 - The Merciless Weapon](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/11/episode-c15-the-merciless-weapon/) **Published:** November 13, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Syrian campaigns of Ashurnasirpal II cemented Assyrian dominance. Tribute from the western kingdoms fueled construction of the king’s magnificent new showpiece of Kalhu. “Ashurnasirpal, strong king, king of Assyria, designate of the god Sin, favorite of the god Anu, loved one of the god Adad who is almighty among the gods, I, the merciless weapon which lays low lands hostile to him, I, the king, capable in battle, vanquisher of cities and highlands, foremost in battle, king of the four quarters.” – Inscription of King Ashurnasirpal II at Kalhu Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) The Kings of Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season\_3\_King\_List.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Season_3_King_List.pdf) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C15\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C15_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C15\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C15_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C14 - The House of Suhi](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/10/episode-c14-the-house-of-suhi/) **Published:** October 30, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Country Lords of Carchemish adorned their city with temples and monuments. But Assyrian conquests in the Khabur River valley heralded a growing eastern threat. “I am the ruler Katuwa, Country Lord of Carchemish, son of the Country Lord Suhi (II), grandson of the Country-Lord Astuwatamanza. The gods raised me by the hand and they gave to me my paternal succession. And because of my justice the gods raised me in strength….I myself then constructed the temple for the Storm God of Carchemish with that abundance, and I established for him seasonal offerings.” – Inscription of Katuwa on the King’s Gate at Carchemish, late 10th/early 9th century BC Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Northern Syria: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Syria.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Syria.jpg) Rulers of Carchemish: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14\_Rulers\_of\_Carchemish.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14_Rulers_of_Carchemish.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C14_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Episode C13 - The Hand of Shishak](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2022/10/episode-c13-the-hand-of-shishak/) **Published:** October 16, 2022 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Synopsis: The Canaanite cities of Tel-Rehov and Beth-Shean were re-founded by the Pharaoh Thutmose III in the wake of the Battle of Megiddo. By the early Iron Age, their size, location and wealth drew the attention of the Pharaoh Shoshenq I. “(Thutmose) was in their center, Amun being the protection of his person in the melee, and the strength of Set pervading his members…Then (the enemy) saw his majesty prevailing over them, and they fled headlong to Megiddo with faces of fear.” – The Battle of Megiddo Inscription Map of the Early Iron Age Near East: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Near\_East.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Near_East.jpg) Map of Early Iron Age Southern Syria and Canaan: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map\_Canaan.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Map_Canaan.jpg) Episode Images: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C13\_Images.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C13_Images.pdf) References and Further Reading: [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C13\_References.pdf](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/C13_References.pdf) Please contact if you would like to advertise on this podcast. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/36d1c433213e6e47ce9809ec50a4d4ec624dd0b5e8c0d8a139da653e3042eda3?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/taw_173718381/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World - Carchemish --- ### [Help Me Help Syria](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/06/help-me-help-syria/) **Published:** June 1, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Ever since I knew the series would be spending time in Syria, I wanted to find out something I could do to try to help the situation there. Basically I wanted to find a group working in the area that I could point listeners to. Of course the problems in Syria are massive and there are a lot of great organizations doing really amazing work. Those of you on my Facebook page know I’ve been following the damage to ancient world heritage sites in Syria and Iraq – especially ones I feel particularly close to like Nineveh and Palmyra. I’ve done whole episodes on Nineveh and the current series, Bloodline, will end up in Palmyra. When I get there I’d be very, very happy if I could still talk about it as an actual place that people can go and see, rather than a place that used to exist. After doing some research, I’ve found an organization that I think is a really good fit. It’s called the Syrian Heritage Initiative, or SHI, and it’s fully dedicated to documenting, protecting and preserving Syria’s cultural heritage. If you’ve been feeling helpless watching groups like IS capture and destroy ancient heritage sites then supporting the SHI is a great step. You can find all their details on their website: . For those who’d prefer to donate to a group providing critical support to Syrian refugees, another great option is the International Rescue Committee, or IRC. If you want to help improve the lives of innocent Syrians caught up in a horrible civil war then supporting the IRC is a great step. You can find all their details on their website: www.rescue.org/crisis-syria. And of course if you want to support both groups, even better! I’ve put Donate buttons for both organizations up on The Ancient World website. The buttons may not be visible on mobile phones or iPads, and you may have to view the website on a computer to see them. Both organizations are 501c3, and are therefore eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable donations. If you’d prefer to donate to either organization via regular mail or over the phone, you can find that information on their websites. As you probably know, I spend most of my free time – OK who am I kidding, all of my free time – putting together this podcast series. Which is really nobody’s fault but my own. But if you appreciate the work I do and have ever thought about donating to me or the podcast, please donate to one of these organizations instead. As best I can figure, the series has around ten thousand regular subscribers. Together, I’m hoping we can do some real good. OK, now for the fun part. I’ve decided to give away prizes to listeners who donate to either organization. So please save the confirmation of your donation so you can redeem it for one or more of these prizes. ***Please e-mail your confirmation and other information to:*** . First off, anyone who donates $10 or more will be thanked on The Ancient World website. If you’d like to be thanked, please give me your name (or the name you’d like me to use) when you e-mail me your donation confirmation. A $25 donation will get you a set of JPEG files of all the maps, family trees and header photos I’ve created so far for Bloodline. Moving up the scale, a $50 donation will get you a photobook containing my very favorite Ancient World photos I’ve taken on my travels. I’ll also provide details on when and where each photo was taken and what makes the photo one of my favorites. The photobooks will be 4×6”, softcover, and contain 10 photos. Unfortunately, due to shipping costs, this prize will only be available within the continental United States. Outside of the US, the alternate prize for a $50 donation will be JPEG files of 20 of my favorite photos, along with the details on each. A $150 donation will get you a signed hardcopy script of any Ancient World episode – from any series. It’ll be printed out all pretty and I’ll include some “liner notes” with extra information. If you have a favorite Ancient World episode I’d really encourage you to consider this option. Unfortunately due to shipping costs, the hardcopy version will only be available within the continental United States. Outside of the US, the alternate prize for a $150 donation will a signed PDF file of the script along with the liner notes, etc. Now we get to the sentimental stuff. For a donation of $300 or more you can have one of the actual reference books I used to generate the original Ancient World series – with the rampant yellow-highlighting to prove it. Again these will be signed and I’ll include some “liner notes” discussing how I used the reference in the series. The books on offer are: “A History of the Ancient Near East” by Marc Van De Mieroop “Ancient Iraq” by Georges Roux “Carthage Must Be Destroyed” by Richard Miles “Persian Fire” by Tom Holland And then of course there’s the grand prize. For a super-generous donation of $1,000 or more you can pick any person or event between 500 BC and 500 AD – and I’ll do a full-length episode on him, her or it. So basically the prize is two weeks of my life – maybe even a little more. This is a one-time offer, so once someone grabs it’ll be off the table. The Syrian charity drive will be going on between today, June 1, and the end of the month, June 30. All prizes will be sent out as soon as possible after the end of the charity drive. After June 30 you can keep making donations through The Ancient World website, but the only reward will be knowing you’ve supported a really great cause. So, that’s it! Give to a great cause, get a cool gift – it’s a win-win. Thanks again for listening and thanks for helping me help Syria. Scott C. [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Help\_Me\_Help\_Syria.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Help_Me_Help_Syria.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [A Few Updates](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/09/a-few-updates/) **Published:** September 9, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Hi TAW listeners! You may have noticed that I’ve passed the dozen episode mark and still have a few hundred years and a lot of history to cover before I reach 500 BC. In a nod to reality, I’ve changed the blog subtitle from “(around) a dozen” to “(around) twenty” podcasts. The fact that the series has grown since my original outline is definitely a good thing for me, since it means I’ve come across a lot of new and interesting information that I wanted to pass along while researching each culture and period. And if you’re a fan of the podcast, hopefully it’s a good thing for you too, since that means there will be more of the series to listen to! I also wanted to mention that The Ancient World is now available on Stitcher SmartRadio. With Stitcher, you can listen to episodes on your iPhone, Android Phone, Kindle Fire and other devices. You can find Stitcher in your app store or at stitcher.com. The Ancient World Stitcher link is now included over on the right-hand side of this blog page (along with the Facebook, iTunes and Twitter links). And lastly (for the moment), I wanted to mention that The Ancient World page on Facebook just got its 100th “Like.” That’s a fun milestone, and I’d like to thank everyone involved for making it happen. If you haven’t had the chance to check out The Ancient World Facebook page yet, it’s the forum I often use for more frequent and informal updates regarding both the podcast series and other related topics. Please feel free to come by for a visit. Thanks again for listening, and please keep spreading the word! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [The Making Of](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/08/the-making-of_10/) **Published:** August 10, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Listener Alexander asked for some feedback for his upcoming Persian history podcast. I thought TAW listeners might be interested in the information as well: ***How long did it take you to write the first episode/ how long does it take you to write a typical episode now that you’re in full swing?*** It’s hard to recall the timing on Episode 1, but I can certainly tell you how long it takes nowadays. The first step is finding a few good reference books (or other materials) and perusing them. The time needed for that can vary pretty widely. After I’ve reviewed the materials, the next (and main) step involves around 8 – 12 hours of solid writing. Then I usually let the draft episode “sit” for a few days, then come back to it once or twice more to fine-tune things a bit. When you add in researching pronunciations, etc., I’d say 12 – 16 hours of work per episode is pretty ballpark, and 20 isn’t unusual. Which is why I decided to go with a 2-week schedule. Since I have a “regular job,” this is all evenings and weekends for me. ***How do you sort out contradictory accounts? I want to get my facts straight, but I’m beginning to realize there are always going to be 10 people with 11 different versions of the story.*** Even using primary sources, this can be a tough one. I do my best to cross-check important (or dubious!) facts across multiple accounts; then you can have some reassurance you’re relating the most solid version of the story. Where differing accounts can’t be reconciled, I try to relate what’s considered the most plausible, well-documented and/or commonly accepted version, but also mention that there are other possible versions. I recall doing this with, for example, both the death of Croesus and with Cyrus’ capture of Babylon. ***How forgiving, on a scale from 1 to Assyrian (1 being very forgiving and Assyrian being “display my skin at a dinner party”) are the listeners about mistakes?*** Since I’ve rarely been called out on any mistakes, and I’m pretty sure I must’ve made a few along the way, I can only assume TAW listeners are VERY forgiving! Oh, except they do get annoyed when you don’t pronounce the K in “Knossos.” ***What did your outlines/drafts look like for each episode? Was there a general formula?*** In my experience, six single-spaced pages comes out to around 30 minutes of podcast, which is typically around the length I’m shooting for. My usual approach is to intentionally over-write a bit, then come back and edit out the less important chunks (“trim the fat”) and still end up at around 30 minutes. Other than that, the only “formula” I had for the original series was trying to discuss around three different civilizations per episode. But formulas can also be a double-edged sword. I’d mainly concentrate on finding your own voice, and letting your genuine passion for the material shine through. ***Is there anything technical that you didn’t know going in that would be useful for me?*** I try to keep my logistics as simple as possible since, although I AM and engineer, I am NOT a technophile. I use Audacity to record my audio files (using a Yeti Blue USB microphone) and convert them to MP3’s, then use FileZilla to transfer them to my file hosting website. I’ve only had one major technical issue I can think of (knock on wood!): If you use Google Feedburner to burn your podcast feeds, by default it only keeps the most recent 25 posts active. That means, for example, that when I posted my 26th blog post, Episode 1 was no longer appearing in iTunes (my 27th post knocked out Episode 2, etc.). Luckily, a listener told me how to change the number of active posts in Feedburner from the default 25 to any number (mine’s currently set for 99), which fixed the problem. Oh, and in an unrelated (but still technical) vein, investing some time in learning how to edit your audio files will reduce your stress when you keep “blowing that one line” in your podcast script. Take it from me – good editing can cover a multitude of sins. Hope this information is useful. Now go make history! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [The Ancient World - Rediscovery](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/03/the-ancient-world-rediscovery/) **Published:** March 15, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Anniversaries can be fun! Unless you’ve forgotten to buy a gift, and your wife has gotten you something really great – that can be problematic. But I’m here to talk about the fun kind. This April 4 will be the second anniversary of my posting Episode 1 of “The Ancient World.” So I thought it would be a nice, resonant date for launching my new podcast (mini-)series, “The Ancient World – Rediscovery.” I say (mini-)series since it’s both my intention and expectation that the new series will run a dozen or fewer episodes. (Mini-) is in parentheses since, well, “The Ancient World” was also originally supposed to only run for a dozen episodes, so that shows you how well I can plan sometimes. What will the series be about? This is one book you CAN judge by its cover. Awhile back, I started thinking that it might be fun to trace the rediscovery of some of these ancient civilizations in the modern era. Not only would give the original series a nice sense of symmetry, and let me explore some other historical periods, but I was also pretty sure there’d be some interesting stories to tell along the way. So I picked a number of re-discoveries that I think tie in well with the original series, started researching and writing about them, and – like I said – intend to post the first episode this April 4. Technically-speaking, I’m doing my best to keep the process seamless for you, the TAW listener: same website, same iTunes subscription, same social media links, etc. If you’re already subscribed (and thanks for staying subscribed!) the first episode should pop right up and you’ll be off and running. Thanks again for listening, and I hope you enjoy the new series! – Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [TAW Wrap Party & Mike Duncan Interview](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/11/taw-wrap-party-mike-duncan-interview/) **Published:** November 7, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I just got clued into this recent Mike Duncan interview on Podcast 411, where he (very accurately!) relates the story of how The Ancient World podcast got started. Enjoy! And here’s the scoop on the TAW Wrap Party: There’s a bar right down the street, where my wife and I (and maybe a few friends) plan to plant ourselves for a few hours, in the hopes of sharing a few drinks, stories, and seasons greetings with any TAW listeners who’d like to swing by. If you’re coming from out of town, and want to make a truly “historic” weekend of it, I’d certainly recommend a visit to two of San Francisco’s best museums: The Asian Art Museum, and the Legion of Honor, both of which have permanent exhibitions with plenty of amazing ancient art. Oh, and the statue of Ashurbanipal is located right outside the Asian Art Museum, so don’t miss that! And then of course there are also the million other things you can do in San Francisco during any given weekend. I’m sure you’ll figure it out. Saturday, November 16, 8 – 11PM Spitfire Rose 1790 San Jose Avenue San Francisco, CA 94112Saturday November 16, 8 – 11PM Spitfire Rose 1790 San Jose Ave. San Francisco, CA Hope to see you there! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Upcoming Reddit IAMA!](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/06/upcoming-reddit-iama/) **Published:** June 23, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** A few weeks ago, I was invited to do an IAMA (“I am \_\_\_\_\_, ask me anything”) thread on Reddit.com. As many TAW listeners probably know, Reddit is a major web community, with roughly 20 million users. As an extra bonus, recent Reddit IAMAs have been done by Mike Duncan of The History of Rome and Lars Brownworth of 12 Byzantine Rulers and Norman Centuries (both of whom were major inspirations for my creating The Ancient World) as well as a number of other great history podcasters. I’m happy to announce that my TAW IAMA will happen this Tuesday June 25th at 6:30PM EST, and will run for a few hours. On the day of the IAMA, you should be able to access the thread by going to: From what I’ve been told, it should be easy to find from there. Please feel free to stop by, say hi, and ask any questions you’ve been meaning to ask, about the podcast or anything else. Thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Quick (One-Question) Listener Poll](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/03/quick-one-question-listener-poll/) **Published:** March 26, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** (Also anonymous, and all that) With the current series ending over the next few months, I wanted to gauge how many (local?) listeners might be interested in attending some sort of informal wrap-party in SF. Let me know what you think: [http://www.eSurveysPro.com/Survey.aspx?id=4e63abd5-0ba2-4abf-bae7-e9c531afaea7](http://www.esurveyspro.com/Survey.aspx?id=4e63abd5-0ba2-4abf-bae7-e9c531afaea7) Thanks! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Anniversary and Milestones](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/03/anniversary-and-milestones/) **Published:** March 22, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Greetings TAW listeners! April 4, 2013 will mark the one year anniversary since this podcast was first launched, and what an amazing year it’s been. I wanted to thank you all – not only for your kind words, wonderful iTunes reviews, and lovely Facebook posts – but also for helping me, and the series, reach the following, rather mind-boggling, set of milestones: - 250 Facebook “Likes” (OK, that’s not mind-boggling, but it is fun) - 5,000 regular subscribers, and (wait for it…) - 250,000 episode downloads!!! Episode 25 (the Silver Anniversary episode!) is coming up next and, in yet another nod to reality, I’ll officially be changing the subtitle of TAW from “around 20 episodes” to “around 30 episodes.” A few thousand years in the bank, less than a century left to go – but trust me, there are a lot of amazing developments crammed into that last century. Thanks again for listening, and keep spreading the word! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Blogger and iTunes](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2013/01/blogger-and-itunes_28/) **Published:** January 28, 2013 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I just found out that the first few episodes of TAW are no longer showing up on iTunes, which is obviously an issue for new subscribers. I’m working to address the issue, but in the meantime, if any listeners have any advice on making Blogger and iTunes play nice (via Feedburner) please let me know. Thanks! Scott C. *UPDATE: Oh Happy Day!!! All TAW episodes are once again present and accounted for in the iTunes feed. Thanks to TAW listener Marwan for the heads-up, to our old friend Mike Duncan for ID-ing the problem, and to listener Amberlee for giving me the fix. You guys are awesome! Thanks again, Scott C.* ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [So Here's What's Up](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/10/so-heres-whats-up/) **Published:** October 26, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I wasn’t planning to take another extended break so soon, but, well, “man plans, god laughs” and all that. First off, my wife and I have (surprisingly) just managed to purchase our very first house, and are devoting a fair amount of time to TCB-ing on all related fronts. If it were only that, I might be able to power through. BUT it also just so happens that our 5th wedding anniversary is coming up at the end of October, and we’ve decided to celebrate by taking a trip down to Mexico. Mix in a few additional weeks of work travel, and it looks like it may be mid/late November before I’ll be able to get back into a regular groove again. If there’s any way I can pull together a new episode before that, I’ll certainly do so. Otherwise, have a lovely month (or so), and I’ll be back with new episodes as soon as I can. In the meantime, thanks again for listening, and please keep spreading the word! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** SERIES: The Ancient World (original series) --- ### [The Results Are In!](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/08/the-results-are-in/) **Published:** August 24, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** First, let me say that you guys are awesome! Over a hundred of you voted in the Baddest Assyrian Ruler Name poll. For awhile it was a real (saddle-less, paired-rider) horse-race, but in the end the decision was clear. Without further ado, here are top three vote-getters: **Coming in at #3, Tukulti-ninurta!** Definitely one of my perennial favorites, the name itself fairly exudes brutality and malevolence. And that’s even BEFORE you realize that it translates to “My Trust is in (the Warrior God) Ninurta.” The first Assyrian ruler with this name conquered Babylon in the late 13th century BC, built a brand new city named after himself, and then got besieged and murdered in it – by his own sons! That is some serious cojones, and (one assumes) some seriously bad parenting. The second ruler with this name, whom we just covered last episode, spent his free time doing a little something called CONQUERING THE PERSIANS! OK, so the Persians were no great shakes in the early 9th century BC, but still – no one else could really make that claim until Alexander the Great around 600 years later. So take THAT Tiglath-pileser (who, incidentally, he just beat out by a few votes). **At #2, it’s Shalmaneser!\*** Sinister is the adjective for this Assyrian ruler name. You know he’s Slytherin before he even gets close to the Sorting Hat. The name is also pronounced “Salmanu-asared,” and translates to “The God Salmanu is Pre-eminent.” Salmanu, by the way, is the Assyrian god of the underworld, fertility and war, which (a) nice grouping, and (b) I’m guessing you know which one Shalmenser’s favorite is. The first ruler with this name put the final nail in the Mitanni coffin when he took incorporated half of their kingdom into Greater Assyria back in the early 13th century BC. He also claimed to have blinded 14,400 prisoners in one eye, making him a definite trendsetter in the realm of Assyrian brutality. And if this wasn’t enough, he was also father of the above-mentioned Tukulti-ninurta I, so I’m guessing the brutal apple didn’t fall TOO far from the malicious tree. The second Assyrian king with this name ruled during the dark age of the late 11th century BC, and in the absence of information we’ll make the pretty safe assumption that he was also a very, very bad man. The third, whom we introduced last episode, is just getting started earning his name. With Shalmaneser, it looks like the third time just might be the charm! **And the winner is…Ashurbanipal!** It’s got Ashur right in the name, so you know it’s hard-core! PLUS only one Assyrian ruler had this name, making it unique. The name is also pronounced “Ashur-bani-apli,” and translates to “Ashur is Creator of an Heir.” Coming late in the Neo-Assyrian game, he will be the last strong ruler before (spoiler alert!) the empire finally falls. Sure, he had a penchant for collecting valuable and important historical documents, but he made up for this by ramping up Neo-Assyrian cruelty to truly over-the-top levels. An example? How about putting a dog chain through the jaw of a defeated king and then making him live in a dog kennel. It’s just that kind of outside-the-box savagery that earns Ashurbanipal the coveted top spot in our list of Baddest Assyrian Ruler Names of All Time! Thanks again to everyone who participated! \*Per contest rules, if the winner is unable to perform his duties with sufficient brutality, the #2 Ruler Name will take his place. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [First Ever TAW User Poll*](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/08/first-ever-taw-user-poll/) **Published:** August 10, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** The Kings of Assyria were a group of very bad men. Not “Shaft” bad – just really, truly bad. But they also had some pretty crazy-cool names. In this first-ever TAW user’s poll, I wanted to give you, the listener, the chance to lord over all of the rulers in Assyrian history (Old, Middle and Neo) and choose which one had the baddest (yes, this time, “Shaft” baddest) name of all time!\*\* (\*and totally not a stalling tactic while I continue cranking on the next episode) (\*\*keep in mind: poll is super-scientific, and results are 100% binding) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [A Message to Listeners](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2012/05/message-to-listeners/) **Published:** May 10, 2012 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** First off, thanks for listening! I really enjoy making this podcast, but it makes the effort all the more rewarding to see the subscription numbers slowly climb. So if you know anyone else who might be interested in The Ancient World, please feel free to spread the word. For those who don’t know, the podcast is also up on iTunes, which makes it super-easy to subscribe. You can also post a review there if you’d like. If you have any other feedback, you’re welcome to post (or message me) at the Facebook contact link. Either way, I’d love to hear from you! Now a bit of logistics: Remember April? Ah, that was a lovely month, with every weekend free so I could get some traction getting this thing off the ground. Unfortunately, such things never last. The next few months have just enough work and personal travel to throw me off my weekly podcast schedule. My plan is to get the next episode up on May 20, then hopefully post additional episodes on May 27 and June 3, which (again, I’m hoping) should take us up to the Bronze Age Collapse – you know, that period around 1,200 BC when the hand of fate picked up the regional etch-a-sketch and gave it a good, hard shake. After that, I’ll probably be a few weeks before I’m able to post again. But never fear, I am 110% committed to completing this project, so please stay subscribed and await further updates. On the brighter side (for those of you who enjoy this podcast): I don’t think 12 episodes are quite going to do it. As I proceed through this effort, I’m finding that my nice, tidy 12-episode outline is slowly expanding and re-shuffling as I come across more new information I want to include and different ways I want to approach the material. So, 12 will probably become more like 15 by the time things are done. But I’m happy to keep making them as long as you keep listening! Thanks again for supporting the podcast, I really appreciate it! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Calling all interaction designers](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/09/calling-all-interaction-designers/) **Published:** September 7, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Is anyone out there an expert in interaction design? If so, I need some help putting together a few files (map transitions, interactive family trees, etc.) for the upcoming series. If you have the time and interest to take on a small project to support the podcast, please leave a message below (or on the Facebook page) with your contact information and I’ll pass you more details. Thanks in advance! – Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [The Ancient World - Bloodline](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/09/the-ancient-world-bloodline_25/) **Published:** September 25, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Let the cryptic teasers begin! First off, the new series will be called “The Ancient World – Bloodline.” I recently finished drafting the first episode. It’s one of the toughest I’ve ever written, since it covers major world events from the perspective of an adolescent girl. Having never been an adolescent girl, the challenges are fairly obvious, but I think the text is getting close to where I want it to be. I also started drafting the second episode, which is a much more straightforward affair. I want to get around three or so episodes drafted before I start thinking about production, but (fingers crossed!) I should be in good shape to start posting sometime next month. For those who like change, the new series will have new subject matter, a new website design, new music, and a more “streamlined” approach. For those who like consistency, it will have the same website, same social media sites, same podcast feed and, well, same podcaster. I’m still playing the subject matter pretty close to the vest. You’ll get the general idea in the first episode, but it really won’t be until a half-dozen or so in before the overall journey will take shape. Hopefully it’ll be one you’ll enjoy. Thanks for listening! – Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [In Case You're Wondering](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/10/in-case-youre-wondering/) **Published:** October 29, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Hope everyone enjoyed the first episode! By the way, in case you’re wondering, here’s a couple things the new series is NOT: · It’s not “The History of Rome” – that’s already been done quite well, thank you · It’s not “The Young Cleopatra Selene Chronicles” (unless the networks greenlight my spec script, then all bets are off!) It’s instead…something different. Many of you may already suspect where the series is going based on the title and the first episode (and you’re welcome to post your guesses). But like I mentioned earlier, things will really start crystallizing around a half-dozen episodes in, but which time it should be fairly obvious. Still, I hope the current “groundwork-laying” phase is as fun for you as it is for me. And now it’s time for a very special “Thank You!” to longtime listener, and talented composer, Morten. I was still deep in the original series when Morten first approached me with his offer to score the series. And while I passed for “Rediscovery” (which I felt was basically a continuation of the original series), I eagerly accepted his offer for “Bloodline.” I basically gave him a thumbnail sketch of the era and setting, and he generated a variety of wonderful musical clips, out of which emerged the current title track. I love it, and I think it fits the new series wonderfully. He’s even been gracious enough to title the piece “Bloodline” – how cool is that! If you want to check out more of Morten’s great compositions, please go to [morlam.dk](http://morlam.dk/) Thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Over One Million Served!](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/11/over-one-million-served/) **Published:** November 12, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Last week TAW hit its latest major milestone – the million download mark! And I wanted to take a moment to thank all of you dedicated listeners for making it happen. This podcast has obviously gone on much longer, and reached a much wider audience, than I ever envisioned, and I really appreciate all the support and encouragement you’ve given me along the way. Also, just so you know, I am completely obsessed with “Bloodline,” so you can count on plenty more episodes coming your way over the weeks and months to come. Take care, and thanks again! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Queens of the East](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2014/12/queens-of-east/) **Published:** December 27, 2014 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** or “Hey Scott, what is this new series all about , anyway?” As historian Warwick Ball put it, “History can never resist a warrior queen” – and, well, neither can I. Of course, since most ancient societies were patriarchal, the most common way for women to exercise political power was through their children or husbands. When first listening to Mike Duncan’s “The History of Rome” (THoR) podcast series, I remember being intrigued by the characters of Julia Domna and Julia Maesa. For years, I’ve been playing with the idea of writing a book on that family, who had so much influence on Roman affairs during the Severan Dynasty. A few months ago, when this thought had bubbled up again, it was countered, for the first time, by another thought – “I don’t write books, I do podcasts.” Which was actually a fruitful admission, since it got me thinking about the subject in new ways. But, of course, Mike had already covered the Emesa clan both so well in THoR that there was no point in revisiting the topic unless I thought I had something new and interesting to contribute. During my initial research, my memory was jogged by a few offhand remarks connecting the Emesa clan with both Queen Zenobia of Palmyra and Queen Cleopatra of Egypt. Didn’t Zenobia claim to be descended from Cleopatra, and wasn’t Emesa supposed to provide some of the “connective tissue” between these two legendary Queens of the East? This was the moment of “inspiration” (typically defined as “the split-second between having a great idea and realizing there is no way it will work”). When I started to “connect the dots” I expected to find enormous, unbridgeable gaps that would make any connection between Cleopatra and Zenobia implausible at best. But, much to my surprise and growing excitement, I found more (and more solid) connections that I’d expected, and the thought began to cross my mind that I just might be on to something. The centerpiece of the series was, and is, Emesa – modern Homs in Syria. During most of Roman history, Syria always seemed to exist on the periphery – an alien land from which victorious Roman generals (like Vespasian) or horrible Roman Emperors (yes, I’m looking at you Elagabalis) emerged, to take their central place in the story of Rome. But the history of the whole Syrian region, from the Assyrians, to the Chaldeans, to the Persians, to the Macedonians, to the Arabs and Romans, always seemed interesting enough to me to warrant its own podcast series. One of my earlier ideas for a follow-on series to The Ancient World was to cover the history of the ancient Near East between 500 BC and the Muslim conquest – but that always seemed too complex and daunting a project. Months ago, I started thinking of the possibility of covering the same time-period through the lens of a particular city – say Babylon, Antioch, or Aleppo – as waves of conquerors and immigrants washed back and forth across the region. But now suddenly, I thought there might be an even better lens – why not tell the history of the ancient Near East from the perspective of a particular family? And what if that family also happened to be the same bloodline that connected Cleopatra to Zenobia? A single series that could combine my love of the Near East, my desire to cover a different historical period, and my interest in the Emesa clan? And one that could leverage the history already covered in my earlier podcast, as well as in THoR, to build on? Well, ideas that bring that many mental threads together don’t come along every day, so I obviously dove in with a vengeance. Even off the bat, the story of Cleopatra’s daughter Selene seemed insanely compelling. In 4 years, she went from future Queen of Crete and Cyrenaica to Roman prisoner, then bounced back to run a major North African kingdom. I mean…what?? All of this really happened?? Does nobody know about this?? Because this is a story that deserves to be out there, or at least better known. As a bonus, it also meant that I got to research and write about Roman North Africa, about which I knew next to nothing. Other descendants have their own interesting stories to tell, all of which will be revealed in time. The beginning of the series has been fairly Rome-heavy, mainly due to Selene’s adoption into Octavia’s family, and the fact that both she and Juba were raised alongside so many famous figures. In the next generation, Ptolemy of Mauretania is a direct blood-cousin of Germanicus (for instance), which also keeps the Rome connection fairly strong. But as both physical distance, and the distance of generations, increases, my plan is to give Rome comparable treatment to Parthia and other Eastern kingdoms. In the meantime, I’m attempting to provide enough general Roman history for any listeners who may not have heard THoR without belaboring a subject that Mike Duncan has already covered so well. One of the original ideas I toyed with for the series name was “Queens of the East.” The reasons I decided against it were, first, there were a lot of connecting generations where the heir in question was male and, second, I didn’t want to give away the game too quick. But now that all stands revealed, I’m proud to announce the unofficial tag-line for the series: “Cleopatra to Zenobia or Bust!” Thanks for listening, and hope you enjoy the trip! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Crossing the Dateline](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/01/crossing-dateline/) **Published:** January 10, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Episode B6, Eurus (“East Wind”) represents a milestone of sorts, in that it took the story from 1 BC to 1 AD. Actually, it’s even a bit more poignant, since Juba & company were marching around near, or sailing close by, Judea that year. Very “right place, right time” of them! It also represents another milestone, in that it’s around the middle of the first story arc of the series, covering Juba, Selene and Ptolemy of Mauretania. After the first dozen-or-so episode arc is complete, I’ll probably be taking a month or two off to relax, recoup and prepare for the next story arc. Episode B6 was also significant for another reason. Episode 36 of the original series left off with the conquests of Alexander the Great in the late 4th century BC. Since the current series will be spending a lot of time in the Near East, I wanted to bring everyone up to speed on (1) what does the Near East look like now and (2) how did it get that way from Alexander’s time? There were a number of possible approaches, ranging from going country by country and giving a synopsis, to just having the characters “show up” places without giving much historical background. My choice was to strike a “middle ground”, starting around 90 BC and projecting each major Near Eastern country both backward and forward. Using this approach, I was able to bring us up to date with Pontus, Armenia, Media, Parthia, Cappadocia, Judea and Nabatea – the big Near Eastern players of the day – while also placing incidents related earlier in the series in a bit more context. And for those who were a bit overwhelmed by the names and dates, just be glad I didn’t get into Sophene, Commagene, Osrhoene, Cilicia, Bithynia, Iberia, Lycia or Colchis. You’re welcome! Eurus will serve as the “connective tissue”,“primer coat”, etc. for the ongoing storyline. Many of the characters introduced will pop back up, family dynasties will continue to intertwine, and different regions will have their moment (or longer) in the spotlight. Also, as we spend more time in particular countries, I’m planning to more fully flesh them out, historically, geographically and culturally. Next episode, we cover the remainder of Gaius Caesar’s Eastern imperium. HINT: When Armenian rebels invite you up to the city walls to “talk,” send a centurion in your place. And not your favorite one. Thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [The Germanicus Thing](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/02/the-germanicus-thing/) **Published:** February 6, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** The story of Germanicus is one of the great Roman tragedies. While the House of Octavian was consistently beset by scandals and misfortunes, the Germanicus affair represented a major turning point in both the reign of Tiberius and the legitimacy of the Julio-Claudians. Before Germanicus, the Principate was viewed with respect tinged with fear. After Germanicus, fear became dominant. Before Germanicus, most Romans were at least willing to give Tiberius a chance. Afterward, they just hoped to survive him. I knew from the start of the new series that I wanted to cover the story of Germanicus in some depth. In linking it to the story proper, the closest connection was Ptolemy. They were both grandsons of Mark Antony, were roughly the same age, both began their military careers at the same time, and (as it turned out) spent roughly six years growing up together in Rome, in the household of Antonia Minor. But in the end, the story of Germanicus is so powerful and self-contained, that I decided to take a minor detour from the storyline to give it its due. Not something I’m planning to do often, but, well…Germanicus! So this is just a short note to let you know that, Germanicus aside, the focus of the series will continue to be the descendants of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. And their grandson Ptolemy still has a few adventures to come over the next few decades. All that said, please enjoy next week’s episode, “Germanicus.” Thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Thanks!](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/07/thanks/) **Published:** July 2, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who donated to the TAW Syria Fund Drive. In the end, we raised over $5,000 to help preserve Syrian heritage sites and support Syrian refugees. You guys definitely came through, and I really appreciate it. Big TAW thanks go out to all the following donors (in no particular order): *Patricia Matson (in Memory of Lloyd and Tina Elkins) Parker Newcomb* *Kevin McFadden Aimee Popp* *Terry Dillon Richie Walker* *Antti Rasinen Georgi Petrov* *Gnanadeep Kollipara Johan Torne* *Rita Mathis Julie Jones* *Travis Anderson Matthew Smith* *Joseph Cigliano Paul and Meg Strong* *Michele Dana Gary Jones* *Steven Diamond Julius (Jay) Bennett* *Brenda Buxton Colby Stearns* *Ned Mastro Brent Mallinckrodt* *Matthew Brauer Greg Strasburg* *Ryan Murphy Christophe Mandy* *Benjamin Amy Briauna Dodson* *Mark Simms Richard Burgess* *Jan Willem van Dalen Radu-Iulian Costin* *Brian Collins Julienne Tracy* *Darren Hart Jared Magee* *Heather Jacobsen Jonathan Bergdoll* *Norman Casagrande Jed Joyce* *Franz Rivera Mark Webster* *Bart Nadeau Steven Malone* *Peter McIntyre Alan Barker* *Andrew Wren Bryant Fairley* *Carl Thoren Christopher Hays* *David Wallace Dennis White* *Jason Rosecast Jeff Edelbrock* *John Holmes Keith Binns* *Kyle Parker Natacha Tracy* *Paul Ross Sam Cumming* *Scott Brayton Wim Hance* *Gregory Estey Gil Elgez* I also need to mention that a lot of you have donated enough to get a prize, but haven’t given me your contact information, or let me know which prize you want. If you donated enough to get one of the prizes, ***please make sure you** **e-mail me at*** [**stches@ancientworldpodcast.com**](mailto:stches@ancientworldpodcast.com) with your donation receipt, contact information, and letting me know which gift you want. You’ve already earned it, now I just need to get it to you! And now some logistics. The past few months were mostly about getting the Fund Drive up and running, and the past few weeks I’ve been overseas on a project. The end result is that I’m way behind in drafting new episodes for the series. In fact, before I write any more, I need to do more research. And before I do more research, I need to get the Fund Drive gifts prepared and shipped out to all the donors – which I’m hoping to do by the end of July, but may roll into early August, so please be patient! And I think you all know where this conversation is going. Yes, the end result is that it will likely be September before Bloodline picks up with the story of the Roman-Jewish War. It sucks, but there it is – and I wanted to give you advanced notice so you don’t think I dropped off the face of the earth. In the meantime, I’ll still be keeping in touch with listeners on Facebook and Twitter, so make sure you’re following me there. And if you want an update on when your prize is coming, you’re welcome to e-mail me at . In the meantime, thanks for helping out with the TAW Syria Fund Drive, and thanks again for listening! Scott C. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [A Brief Intermission](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/03/a-brief-intermission/) **Published:** March 31, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A\_Brief\_Intermission.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/A_Brief_Intermission.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Halftime](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2015/12/halftime_18/) **Published:** December 18, 2015 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Episode B24, “The Yona Kings”, closes out the second story arc of “The Ancient World – Bloodline.” The first dozen episodes – which I guess you could call the “Mauretanian story arc” – covered the final years of Antony and Cleopatra, then discussed the lives of Cleopatra Selene, Juba and their son Ptolemy – all the way up through his murder by Caligula. The next dozen episodes – the “Judean story arc” – started with Ptolemy’s daughter Drusilla and her marriages to Marcus Antonius Felix and Gaius Julius Sohaemus. We then covered Drusilla’s short-lived son Gaius Julius Alexio, her grandson Silas, and began the story of Silas’ three sons: Longinus, Agrippa and Sohaemus. So far it’s breaking down to around 3 generations, and around a dozen episodes, per story arc. Which I didn’t particularly plan for but will totally take – since round numbers are always nice. What that also means is that – based on my calculations – we’re around halfway done with the “Bloodline” series. Which sounds like a good time for a break. Which is why I’m taking one. The break will probably last for a couple months – and we’ll pick back up sometime in February with the story of Silas’ three sons. I’ve also posted the Bloodline Family Tree – so far – up on both the blog and Facebook sites. In the meantime there are a couple of things I wanted to mention. First off, as many of you know my wife Tracy DeLuca produces her own podcast called “Results May Vary.” In the series Tracy and her friend Chris draw on their vast work experience in design thinking and innovation to help people design the lives they want. No guarantees – I mean, the title is “Results May Vary” – just lots of interesting interviews, test cases and practical advice about living life by design. What you might not know is that Tracy’s latest episode is with Mike Duncan – creator of “The History of Rome” and “Revolutions” podcasts and author of the forthcoming book “The Storm Before the Storm.” Among other topics, the episode covers how to design the past to better engage people in our shared history and how to apply the lessons of history toward designing a better future. The episode is posted at [resultsmayvarypodcast.com](http://resultsmayvarypodcast.com/). And while you’re at it make sure to check out ongoing episodes of “Revolutions” at [revolutionspodcast.com](http://revolutionspodcast.com/). You can also find both series on iTunes. Second, I wanted to engage the many wonderful and talented listeners out there in a little project. Part of what I’ve been trying to do with “Bloodline” is bring the stories of Antony and Cleopatra’s descendants to life by talking about the times, places and events they lived through. But of course what I do is mainly audio – and I was thinking it would also be pretty amazing to bring the story to life visually. I’m a pretty crap artist myself, but I’m betting many of you out there are much, much better. So I’ve decided to hold a bit of a contest. Pick any subject from the series – a place, a scene, a character, even a concept – render it in whatever visual medium strikes your fancy, and ***e-mail the image to*** [***stches@ancientworldpodcast.com***](mailto:stches@ancientworldpodcast.com) ***with the Subject “Bloodline Images.”*** Whether it’s the execution of King Ptolemy, the Temple of Elah Gabal, even a creative rendering of the Bloodline Family Tree – if it’s from the series it’s fair game. I’ll feature some of my favorites on The Ancient World media sites. And – even better – every contributor will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win two books. The books in question are Tom Holland’s “Persian Fire” and Richard Miles’ “Carthage Must be Destroyed.” Both books were a big help in creating the original series, and they’ve got the extensive highlighting to prove it. I’m also more than happy to sign them for you. ***The contest runs between now, December 18, and January 31, 2016*** – when I’ll announce the winner of the drawing. In the meantime, uncork that creativity, have fun and I look forward to seeing your handiwork. So that’s it for the moment. I really hope you’re enjoying the “Bloodline” series as much as I am making it – which is very, very much. And trust me, the upcoming story arc is going to be epic. Because it’s with the Severans that the descendants of Mark Antony and Cleopatra finally stake their claim to the Roman Empire – and the result is, well, kind of a disaster. But it is fun to watch. Until then, thanks for all the kind words and support, and thanks again for listening. The Bloodline Family Tree (so far!) [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/The\_Bloodline.jpg](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/The_Bloodline.jpg) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Another Break](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/05/another-break/) **Published:** May 14, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** I wanted to let everyone know that the latest Episode, “Perish in Blood”, will be the last one for a month or two. I’ll be off on Vacation for a while, and generally taking a break. In the meantime, I hope you’re all enjoying the Severan story arc. Like I mentioned early on, the extended family of Julia Domna was the original inspiration of the series, and I’m hoping to flesh out all the family members as much as I can. At the same time, I’m planning to give a lot of attention to the Sasanids, including their history and background, their conflict with the Parthians, and – eventually – their conflict with Julia Domna’s great-nephew, Severus Alexander. So, look for all that when I pick the story back up in a month or two. In the meantime, please do a couple things to support the show. First, for those of you on iTunes, please swing by and review The Ancient World. You can just give it a starred rating, or you can also leave a comment, which I always love to read. And second, The Ancient World may be in the running for this year’s Podcast Awards. The final slate will be announced on May 22 at [www.podcastawards.com](http://www.podcastawards.com/). On the off-chance we are in the running, please do whatever you can to support the show – it’s a great way to get the word out. Otherwise, thanks again for listening, and I’ll see you in a month or two! [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Another\_Break.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Another_Break.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Off Again](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/09/off-again/) **Published:** September 30, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Just a quick note to say that the latest Episode, “The Black Stone,” will be the last one for the next month or so, due to Vacation and a few other things. Around the end of October, I’ll be back with the final three episodes of the Severan story arc, which should wrap up just before the Holidays. At that point, I’ll be over three-quarters done with “The Ancient World – Bloodline” – and’ll be rounding the corner toward home. And by the way, the next episode – Episode B37 – will officially make Bloodline my longest series to-date! While I’m away, please keep helping out with the Twitter Follows, the Facebook Likes and – especially – the iTunes Reviews. And for anyone listening to the show on iTunes outside the US, I’d really appreciate if you could copy and paste my written iTunes reviews (for your country) and e-mail them to . I can’t access my foreign reviews from the US and would like to check them out. Thanks again and I’ll see you all in a month or so! – Scott C. [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Off\_Again.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Off_Again.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [You Are Here](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2016/12/you-are-here/) **Published:** December 19, 2016 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** Episode B39, “Excidium,” finishes off the third story arc of The Ancient World Bloodline. We’ve come a pretty long way from the days of Cleopatra Selene and Juba II – in fact we’ve come about ten generations – and now there’s only a little ways left to go. The upcoming final story arc will focus on Palmyra, Emesa and the Sasanids, while out West the Romans’ll be tearing through Emperors like used paper towels. Just to give some context, the first two story arcs – on Mauretania and Judea – went 12 episodes each, and the latest one on the Severans took 15. If I had to guess I’d say the final story arc will run less than 10 episodes, but it’s really too early to say. What I can say is it’ll be quite a while before any new episodes are posted. First off I’ll be taking a long break over the Holidays and through my birthday in early February. And by the way that’ll be my 50th birthday, for which I’m already working up some pretty fun plans. Actually next year is also my 10th wedding anniversary and also marks 5 – yes 5 – years as a podcaster. Which is why my tentative plan is to post the next episode, Episode B40, around my 5-year podcasting anniversary in April 2017. So what can you do in the meantime? Well, you could always marathon old episodes of Bloodline. It’s still less than a full day back-to-back. You could tell friends, neighbors and fellow history fans – or even just fans of a good story – to give the podcast a listen. And if you really want to help out the show – cue the broken record – you could stop by and review the series on iTunes. You can also keep in touch on Twitter and Facebook. That’s @TheAncientWorld on Twitter and @ancientworldpodcast on Facebook. I’ve been posting tons of photos from my recent history-related travels up on the Facebook page, and I always try to keep my Twitter feed chalk full of ancient history stuff. So if you like the podcast I’m pretty sure you’ll like both sites. That’s about it for now, I just wanted to give a status and a bit of a look-ahead. When I return we’ll cover the last few generations of Cleopatra’s heirs, and I’ll also be telling the story of Palmyra – a place which is unfortunately back in the news for very tragic reasons. But for a short time under Zenobia Palmyra ruled the entire Roman East and was powerful enough militarily to fend off the Sasanids. It’s an interesting story, and I’m going to do my best to give it its due. In the meantime please have a great Holiday Season and I’ll see you all in 2017! [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/You\_Are\_Here.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/You_Are_Here.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Samsigeramus, Zenobia, and the End of the Bloodline](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/07/samsigeramus-zenobia-and-end-of/) **Published:** July 15, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** After listening to Episode B43, astute listener Jacob asked (on the TAW Facebook page): “So with the death of Samsigeramus is that technically the end of the Bloodline as far as we can prove?” My answer is a reluctant but unqualified “yes.” Samsigeramus, like Severus Alexander, may well have been a tenth generation descendant of Cleopatra and Mark Antony – though it’s worth noting that the generations (and exact connections) between Gaius Julius Alexio and Julius Bassianus are pretty sparsely documented. In the Bloodline series I’ve proposed what I think is a reasonable reconstruction to span the requisite gaps. But even that’s a six-lane freeway compared to the dusty unmarked trail connecting Cleopatra’s descendants – in any reasonable way – to the Palmyrene Queen Zenobia. My initial research hinted at connections, and I used those connections to frame the series. But I’ve since read works by modern historians who argue (convincingly) that there’s just no “there” there. Zenobia’s claims in this regard were pretty clearly propaganda, designed to appeal at a critical time to a very critical power base. This revelation does little to diminish her stature – and she remains a remarkable, heroic, and ultimately tragic figure. But it does throw a monkey wrench into the series structure, by forcing the end of the family through-line with the death of Samsigeramus. So…what now? Well, never fear – I’m still fully committed to finishing the story of the meteoric rise and fall of the Palmyrene Empire, and the series will still conclude with the ultimate fate of Zenobia. In a broader sense it’s also the story of a particular time and place: the Syria of the late third century, precariously balanced between a distant Rome, an aggressive Persia, and the rising power of Palmyra. At the same time it’s the story of Emesa – modern Homs in Syria – the Jerusalem of the Sun God and cradle of the Severan Dynasty. Even after Samsigeramus’ death the city will remain a historical nexus, and witness the murder of a King, the defeat of an Empire, and the first declaration of monotheism by a sitting Roman Emperor. I hope you enjoy the ride. Scott C. PS A quick word about timing. Due to an overflow of competing commitments, it’s recently proven extremely challenging to post episodes on a regular basis. It’s my general intention to complete the series before the end of the year, but aside from that I really can’t provide much in the way of details. So please keep subscribed to the Bloodline feed and look forward to the occasional happy surprise as new episodes (or groups of episodes) make it your way. And, as always, thanks for listening! ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. [See Full Bio](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) [ ](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/author/scott-c/) **Categories:** Message to Listeners --- ### [Holiday Break](https://ancientworldpodcast.com/2017/11/holiday-break/) **Published:** November 26, 2017 **Author:** Scott C. **Content:** So…Egypt, huh? Yeah, that was pretty crazy. And what about this new guy, Aurelian? I can’t quite put my finger on it but he seems like he could be trouble. But I’m sorry to say it’ll be a few weeks before we continue the story. You have to admit I’ve been pretty good – I got 5 new episodes out back to back. I’m not asking for a parade or anything, I’m just pretty happy I managed to pull it off. But now yeah, the usual – work and the Holidays are putting me a little behind the podcast production curve. Things being where they are Zenobia-wise, my plan is to write the final episodes of the series then release them all in another steady string – starting sometime around the beginning of the New Year. Which means I’m not talking about a huge break, just a few weeks. So everyone please enjoy your Holidays, and look forward to starting off 2018 with more new episodes of The Ancient World. I also wanted to mention that – for those of you in Northern California – Mike Duncan’s book tour for “The Storm Before the Storm” is hitting Book Passage in San Francisco at 6PM on December 5 – a little over a week away. My wife and I will be there, so if you’re so inclined please come on out to support Mike and feel free to say “hi” to us as well. I’ve posted a pic on the Facebook page, so you’ll at least have a chance of picking us out of what I’m sure will be a super-enormous crowd. Everyone please have a great Holiday, and thanks again for listening! [https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Holiday\_Break.mp3](https://audio.ancientworldpodcast.com/Holiday_Break.mp3) ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=300&d=retro&r=g) Scott C. 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