Podcast Episodes

How permanent were institutions like dux or comes?

Episode 367

In this episode of the Ancient Warfare Podcast, Murray answers a question inspired by Finis Britanniae: Were Roman military commands permanent structures, or more ad hoc arrangements that changed wit…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

AWA366 - When did the classical Greek hoplite cease to exist?

Episode 366

In this episode of the Ancient Warfare Podcast, Murray tackles a listener question from @tadejtomic1943: When did the classical Greek hoplite cease to exist? Drawing on historical sources and archaeo…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Controversies of Roman Warfare

Episode 365

We're between issues of Ancient Warfare magazine, so in this episode the team takes the opportunity to discuss some of the major controversies in Roman warfare.

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Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Victories by missile-based armies

Episode 364

In this episode, Murray tackles a thoughtful listener question: were heavy, armoured troops consistently more effective than missile-armed light troops? Our listener reflects that European armies rar…

Published on 3 months ago

Why do slingers go away?

Episode 363

In this episode, Murray takes on a question that's been asked before — but this time, he's invited to share his personal opinion:

"OK... so it's been asked before in a general sense and the official …

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

What can you tell me about the Scythed Chariots at Gaugamela?

Episode 362

In this episode, Murray addresses a fascinating and complex listener question concerning the famous scythed chariots used at the Battle of Gaugamela:

"Dear Murray,
I have a question on the scythed ch…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Helmets in the Ancient World

Episode 361

"From the simple cap to the most intricately-wrought and elaborately-decorated royal example, the humble helmet could do much more than just protect its bearer’s head."

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Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Did the ancient Greeks have a padded garment under their armour?

Episode 360

In this episode, Murray tackles a listener question sent in by postcard from Damien in Tasmania:

"Hi Murray, I love the magazine and the podcasts. My question is: Is there any evidence for a standard…

Published on 4 months ago

Who are your go-to translators for your favourite texts?

Episode 359

In this episode, Murray Dahm tackles a listener question about the best translators for classical texts like Herodotus’s Histories. Are modern versions better? What’s the deal with Penguin’s Aubrey d…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

What was an oblique phalanx?

Episode 358

Matt from North Carolina writes 'Can you explain and describe what an oblique phalanx is and how it was used in war by Alexander the Great?' 

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Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago