Podcast Episodes

And the Winner is

Hello everyone, as you may remember our last episode was an interview with author Gordon Doherty. Gordon generously offered to give away a copy of his book – Strategos: Born in the Borderlands to one…

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

Baby and New Schedule

I have big news. A History of Byzantium baby is on the way. The purple room in the Palace is being prepared for the Autumn and I can assure you that the names Justinian and Theodora will not be under…

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

Episode 247 - Writing Byzantine Fiction with Gordon Doherty

I talk to historical fiction author Gordon Doherty about his Byzantine book series 'Strategos.' We talk about inspiration and research but also what advice he'd give to aspiring writers.

We also give …

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

Episode 246 - Travelling to Turkey with Şerif Yenen

While I'm away on the third 'History of Byzantium' tour I thought it was time to talk to the man behind them - Şerif Yenen. Şerif has been a tour guide in Istanbul for decades and has published many …

Published on 3 years, 8 months ago

April 2022 Update

April 2022 Update

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Published on 3 years, 8 months ago

Episode 245 - Means and Ends

I answer listener questions about Manuel's reign. 

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Published on 3 years, 8 months ago

Episode 244 - Not Completely Unreasonable

Manuel deals with the aftermath of the Battle of Myriokephalon. He is left out of an Italian peace conference and must negotiate a peace of his own in Anatolia. He continues his efforts to position B…

Published on 3 years, 9 months ago

Episode 243 - The Battle of Myriokephalon

Manuel launches a Crusade against the Turks of Iconium. 

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Published on 3 years, 9 months ago

The History of Byzantium on Youtube - Flash Point History

I have teamed up with Nitin Sil of the Flash Point History Youtube Channel. We are turning the podcast into a Youtube series with brilliant maps, images and animations accompanying my words. Check ou…

Published on 3 years, 9 months ago

Episode 242 - Manuel’s Follies

While his armies were fighting in the Balkans Manuel's diplomats and fleets were busy elsewhere. Komnenos poured money into Italy to try and gain influence there. He considered alliances with the Ger…

Published on 3 years, 9 months ago