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The Herodotus Podcast

The Herodotus Podcast

By: Ted Graham
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 The Herodotus Podcast is a podcast devoted to ”The Histories” by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. Join us as we delve into his epic narrative of the Persian Empire‘s attempt to conquer the Greeks, and their struggle to preserve their freedom. Stick around for the captivating, sometimes outrageous stories that go along with the narrative: murders, ghosts, magic dolphins, and giant gold-digging ants.Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. World
Episodes
  • Episode 15: A Look at Lydia (1.93-94)

    Episode 15: A Look at Lydia (1.93-94)
    Aug 12 2025

    Herodotus plays tour guide/ethnographer and gives us a glimpse of the land of Lydia and its people. But should we believe him?

    The Tomb of Alyattes today

    Some ancient knucklebones

    Ajax and Achilles maybe playing pessoi
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    23 mins
  • Episode 14: Croesus Considered

    Episode 14: Croesus Considered
    Jun 29 2025

    One last look at our favorite Lydian before moving on: why does Herodotus spend so much time talking about him, and why put his story at the start of the entire Histories?

    Please consider supporting my work at www.patreon.com/herodotuspodcast. The first bonus episode is in the pipeline!
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    17 mins
  • Episode 13: Croesus on the Pyre (1.85-92)

    Episode 13: Croesus on the Pyre (1.85-92)
    May 28 2024

    Staring death in the face, Croesus channels his inner sage, and saves his own life.
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    16 mins
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