Ancient History Podcasts

A funny retelling of some of the well known and not well known stories that make up our collective history. Join Ancient History nerd Patrick Little and his various guests for history lesson not quite like any other as they shit talk their way through some of the greatest stories ever told.

A Podcast All About Christianity beginning with John the Baptist down to the present time. Hosted by Stephen J. Bedard.

Come join me, Cy, as I uncover and explore the stories of the people and places that make up (or made up) our world. Whether through primary sources such as ancient inscriptions or interviews with some of the greatest scholars in the field of ancient and medieval history, this podcast will expose you to historical […]

Welcome to Reel History! On this podcast we talk about historical movies and TV, anything that claims to be based on a true story, and we check – how bad did they mess it up? What was life actually like during that time period? That’s why we’re here – to separate the real history from […]

The History of Ancient Greece Podcast is a deep-dive into one of the most influential and fundamental civilization in world history. Hosted by philhellene Ryan Stitt, THOAG spans over two millennia. From the Bronze Age to the Archaic Period, from Classical Greece to the Hellenistic kingdoms, and finally to the Roman conquest, this podcast will […]

Burning incense is a practice embraced by nearly every single culture throughout history. It is both spiritual and medicinal as well as one of life’s most profoundly simple pleasures. Grounded in ritual, yet unpretentious and accessible to everyone. Journey with us as we explore the history, culture, plants, medicine and everything in between this sacred […]

Mythillogical is the podcast where two enthusiasts of mythology, history and folklore try and make sense of the wide variety of fantastic tales told by cultures around the world. We discuss why the same idea can show up in the mythology of cultures on opposite sides of the world, what real events can inspire superstition […]

Join our hosts Chelsi Slotten, Emily Long, Kirsten Lopez, and a rotating panel of guests as they discuss archaeological topics ranging from career planning to subfields, women’s issues to what to take on a dig. We cover all topics as they relate to archaeology and women, and invite you to join the conversation.

The Egypt History and Culture Podcast features interesting and insightful stories about the history of Egypt, both ancient and modern, as well as cultural nuances of the world’s number one bucket list travel destination. For more info, visit EgyptTravelBlog.com or EgyptElite.com

“Human Being Human” is a podcast that digs into the gripping history of humankind, as told through personal stories, scholastic explorations, and sonic landscapes. Created and narrated by Karrington Cooper, a human being human.

A unique view of mythology … Imagine: Ancient Greek gods in the modern world … Were the Greek gods no more than myths? Modern scholars say so. What if they’re wrong? … Join best selling author and mythologist Patrick Garner as he explores the Greek gods — Zeus, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Athena, Poseidon, Ares and […]

A podcast focusing on all the most outlandish stories, myths, people, and events from the ancient world. Join host Zion Lashua as he guides oblivious guests through adventures in antiquity!

Natalie Haynes takes a fresh look at the ancient world, creating stand-up routines about figures from ancient Greece and Rome.

A look at documents that have made a difference in the world. Joe Janes, of the University of Washington Information School, tells the stories of these important information objects, how and why they were created, and the impacts they’ve had. These documents also tell the story of human society. and its never ending evolution. Look […]

With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, […]

In times of trouble, mankind has always turned to the heavens for help. Each episode, we audition two divine beings to see who has what it takes for a chance at the ultimate comeback. May the best god win.

Reflecting Light is a podcast hosted by Mandy Green that explores myth, ancient texts, scripture, great works of world literature and the works of artists, past and present, for the threads of light and truth they left behind for us to learn from.

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Andrew Davidsburg, Badass Jews digs into the untold stories of the Athletes, Soldiers, Spies and all-around tough guys that lived their lives in true Macacbian style. We dig into legends of those Hebraic heroes who made our people proud whether it was in winning gold, saving drowning children, or throwing […]

The EuroClio Podcast ‘Past Times – Talking and Teaching History’ is a podcast series for and by history educators. The aim of the podcast is to discuss topics and ideas that are relevant for the teaching of history, to inspire each other and learn from some of the great minds that are part of our […]

🌍 Welcome to “The Story of Us”! 🌍 Join host Seth Chagi as we explore human evolution on “The Story of Us,” by the World of Paleoanthropology. Discover groundbreaking discoveries, meet key figures, and unravel ancient mysteries through engaging storytelling and stunning visuals. 🔔 Subscribe & Stay Updated: Never miss an episode—subscribe and hit the […]

LATEST SERIES: Carchemish (C Episodes) – tracing the life and death of the Neo-Hittite kingdoms; PREVIOUS SERIES: The Ancient World – from the earliest human civilizations down through 500 BC; Rediscovery (R Episodes) – the stories of the modern scholars and adventurers who rediscovered the ancient world; Bloodline (B Episodes) – tracing the descendants of […]

That’s Ancient History: the podcast for all things classical, old & new. Exploring antiquity from its history to its place in today’s world. Host and producer Dr Jean Menzies.

Somewhere between Dan Carlin and George Carlin, professional comedian and history enthusiast Damian Smith regales with his favourite anecdotes from throughout the annals of time. These stories are fun, exciting, compelling, and quite often actually happened – for as Leo Ferre once said: ”you must believe in ancient history, even if it is not true.” […]

Tom Cox from grammaticus.co explores Plutarch’s Parallel Lives to introduce you to antiquity, encourage you in your education, or refresh your perspective on people and politics by stepping outside the news cycle. Biography invigorates the study of history by bringing it to life. Plutarch was the first master of this form, examining in a person […]

Conversations with artists, scholars, politicians, and mystics.

In Viking times, a ‘Thing’ was a gathering; a place where leaders and warriors could meet and talk. In the 21st century, our ‘Thing’ is a virtual place where Viking academics and enthusiasts from around the world can come together to share knowledge. Join Miranda and Lucas, from the JORVIK Viking Centre, as they delve […]

Mesoamerican art historian Catherine Nuckols Wilde interviews archaeologists, art historians, linguists, museum curators and more to provide listeners with up-to-date information on the Maya, Aztec, Olmec and more!

Go Dig a Hole is a podcast that explores all things related to archaeology, with a mission to make better archaeologists and build a more inclusive archaeology.

Get Ready for Rome helps the thoughtful traveler prepare to visit the Eternal City by introducing the city’s main monuments and the sometimes acrimonious dialogue they imply. Add value to your visit to Rome by getting to know in advance the ideas and history that stand behind St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel […]

A Podcast that covers the life, conquests, character, and legacy of the infamous Timur the Lame. Episodes release every Thursday.

Culinary historian Linda Pelaccio takes a journey through the history of food. Take a dive into food cultures through history, from ancient Mesopotamia and imperial China to the grazing tables and deli counters of today. Tune in as Linda, along with a guest list of culinary chroniclers and enthusiasts, explores the lively links between food […]

Let’s Learn About… is a fun, educational, general knowledge podcast that teaches you things you probably didn’t need to know, but we’re going to teach them to you anyway! Each episode, we’ll learn about a new topic and then share some resources if you want to learn more. Some of our favourite topics are history, […]

a podcast on all things Greek myth

Welcome to the podcast series that my students and I worked to develop in a course I created called, GE30CW : “Now as Then: A Cultural Examination of the Reception of “Ancient Egypt” as Myth Through Time.” This class was developed as part of the Cluster series at UCLA, which is a unique series of […]

Exploring the past, one skeleton at a time. www.oldbones.co.uk

The Oxford Anthropology Podcast brings together talks by internationally renowned scholars and cutting edge researchers. Their lectures explore a wide range of human experience and feature case studies from around the world. We are grateful to the speakers and staff and students from the School of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography who have made this podcast […]

History is about all people, so it should be for all people. Our goal is to take powerful historical topics and turn them into fun conversations. Everyone should be able to enjoy the hobby of studying history.

A history podcast looking at the collapse of a different civilization each episode. What did they have in common? Why did they fall? And what did it feel like to watch it happen?

Take a deep dive deep into African history with this in-depth podcast. From Casablanca to Cape Town, tune in to this podcast to learn about the magnificent and oft-forgotten history of Africa. To access more free resources about African history, provide feedback, or support the show, check out our associated website at https://historyofafricapodcast.blogspot.com

The Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney’s monthly podcast series. Host Dr Craig Barker asks guests to choose any one item to discuss from the museum’s collections of art, archaeology, natural history, science and culture.

Lighthearted look into the history of all the emperors of Rome. Join us as we rank them one by one. How well did they fight for the empire? How crazy were they? What did they look like, and most importantly: do they have a certain… Je na Caesar…?

An adventure through food history, industry talk and other highlights from the Saint duo. A non-archaeologist making assumptions and being told “Um, Actually” by the archaeologist. Consider showing support by listening to ad free through here or our Patreon https://plus.acast.com/s/bitesizedhistory. ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

http://www.adfreebooks.com – 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free! Embark on a captivating journey exploring the uncharted realms of ancient Greek storytelling! Following a unique perspective, this book unveils hidden gems often overlooked in children’s narratives. Drawing inspiration from the timeless Odes of Pindar instead of the usual myths, it presents renowned sagas such as Jason’s epic […]

A book for students of history to test their knowledge and to direct their studies. As the title tells us, this is a book of 1001 questions, with answers, regarding world history.

“Come with me on a journey down Ibiza’s forgotten pathways… take my hand and let me lead you to the secret heart of the island, to the Wells of Tanit…” The Wells of Tanit is a podcast celebrating the traditional culture, folklore, history, mythology and ecology of the island of Ibiza, in Spain. Each episode […]

Presenting a chronological history of the ancient Spartan peoples. Beginning with their earliest mentions in the epics of Homer, the Iliad and Odyssey, right through to the collapse of Spartan dominance in the 4th century BCE.

Bede is a bimonthly conversation about Church History by historian Dr. Michael A.G. Haykin and co-host Caleb Anthony Neel. https://michaelazadaghaykin.substack.com http://andrewfullercenter.org Music: ””Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir

Barbarians, political breakdown, economic collapse, mass migration, pillaging and plunder. The fall of the Roman Empire has been studied for years, but genetics, climate science, forensic science, network models, and globalization studies have reshaped our understanding of one of the most important events in human history. PhD historian and specialist Patrick Wyman brings the cutting […]

History of value and economic innovation.

Carlton Gover, Connor Johnen, and David Howe are three friends that went to graduate school together and decided to start an archaeology podcast. Join them every week for witty conversation, amazing guests, and a bit of profanity – all in the name of archaeological science. Join them as they investigate the careers of those living […]

What led to the rise of the modern world? How have we made so much progress, and what are its consequences? What are humanity’s best ideas? Join award-winning historian Brad Harris as he engages these fundamental questions and interprets the biggest historical forces that shape their answers, from the rise of civilization and the development […]

If you’ve ever wanted to learn about modern topics from a historical perspective (or vise versa), this is the show for you! From religion, to rap music, to weightlifting, to ancient thought experiments, biographies and book reviews, we cover it all! Subscribe to the channel and follow us on social media for an endless supply […]

Welcome to Badasses from History, the podcast that brings you the stories of the most remarkable and daring individuals from throughout the ages. Each episode, we’ll delve into the lives of those who defied the odds and changed the course of history with their sheer badassery. From fearless warriors to brilliant scientists, we’ll explore the […]

An ancient history podcast hosted by two beautiful boys. We are not experts, just huge nerds who love and are excited by history. https://linktr.ee/theboysbc

This podcast will encompass “History for Everyone”. It is history from the point of view of an average amateur historian. I have a true love of history reading, collecting, seeing, and talking about history. This podcast gives me a chance to talk about topics, events, and people of history I find interesting. It will include […]

In this four part documentary series we explore how geology and landscapes have influenced the communities and cultures of the British isles. We’ll discover what connects ice-age floods, and the dialects we speak, and how pre-historic geological events, can form the bedrock of community, or become the driving force behind neighbourhood feuds. People’s Landscapes is […]

A fun, informal podcast, where I intend to share my knowledge of Greek mythology with everyone. I am sourcing from various books including “Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece” by Edward E. Barthell Jr., “Meridian Handbook of Classical Mythology” by Edward Tripp, “Dictionary of Classical Mythology” by Jenny March, and “Dictionary of Classical Mythology” by […]

A podcast detailing mythical creatures and folklore from across the Black diaspora

Travel the world in search of the strangest and most powerful creatures from myth and legend. These beasts are alternately beautiful and ferocious, seductive and sadistic. But no matter what form they take, they tell a story about their culture as only a monster can. Mythical Monsters is a Spotify Original from Parcast.

Two buddies have an off the cuff discussion about the Sword and Planet genre from ERB’s Barsoom to Aker’s Anatares and beyond. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podcastofmars/support