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Life as a Colosseum Attendee
Life as a Colosseum Attendee

In this episode, we explore what it was like to spend a day as a spectator inside the Roman Colosseum. From crowded entrances and seating rules to fo…

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Mongol Warriors: A Day on Campaign
Mongol Warriors: A Day on Campaign

In this episode, we examine the experiences of Mongol warriors as they navigated life during military campaigns. Learn about their duties and the cam…

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The Greek Influence on Roman Myths
The Greek Influence on Roman Myths

In this episode, we explore how Rome absorbed Greek religion and reshaped it into something more political, practical, and strange. We look at how fa…

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A Day in the Life of Crusaders
A Day in the Life of Crusaders

In this episode, we explore why surviving the age of the Crusades would be far harder than most people imagine. We look at violence, disease, harsh t…

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The Burden of Tax Collectors in the Middle Ages
The Burden of Tax Collectors in the Middle Ages

In this episode, we explore why medieval tax collectors were among the most disliked figures in society. We look at the dangers, corruption, pressure…

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Controversial Popes of Medieval Times
Controversial Popes of Medieval Times

In this episode, we look at the medieval popes whose corruption, ambition, feuds, and personal scandals shook the Church. We explore how their action…

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Vikings and Winter Survival Techniques
Vikings and Winter Survival Techniques

In this episode, we explore how the Vikings stayed alive through the coldest nights of the year using shelters, fire, layered clothing, and shared li…

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The Sanitation Practices of the Middle Ages
The Sanitation Practices of the Middle Ages

In this episode, we explore how medieval cities dealt with human waste, dirty water, and trash before modern plumbing. We look at the rules, workers,…

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Thriving in the Victorian Era
Thriving in the Victorian Era

In this episode, we explore how someone could survive Victorian London, from avoiding disease and crime to navigating overcrowded streets, dangerous …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Oregon Trail's True Toughness
The Oregon Trail's True Toughness

In this episode, we look at why the real Oregon Trail was far harsher than the game version, from disease and exhaustion to dangerous river crossings…

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