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Episode 142: The Italian Renaissance Part Two
In this episode, we turn to Milan and its contributions to the Renaissance as well as doing a quick overview of the city's history during this early-…
5 years, 4 months ago
A History of Classical Greek Medicine
Inspired by my interview with Historian Robin Lane Fox, I put together a brief overview of Classical Greek medical thought and practice. If you want …
5 years, 5 months ago
Episode 141: The Italian Renaissance Part One
In our first Renaissance episode, we cover the traditional "Fathers" of the Renaissance: Petrarch and Boccaccio. We discuss Humanism. Then, finally, …
5 years, 5 months ago
Supplemental: Europe at 1450
In this very quick supplemental, we take a short tour of Europe around the year 1450 (well, really 1453). There is a map posted on the website, weste…
5 years, 5 months ago
Bonus: The History of Christmas
A bonus episode covering the history of the western world's most popular holiday. From Santa Claus to December 25 and the origins of the Christmas tr…
5 years, 5 months ago
Bonus: Alexander Redux
The entire "Alexander Redux" series is complete and now available for purchase at the website: westerncivpodcast.com. For only two dollars you get fo…
5 years, 6 months ago
Episode 140: Triumph of the Crescent Moon
Season 1
The battle for Constantinople comes to a head. Mehmet and Constantine fight for the future of Europe outside the great Theodosian Walls. Nearly sixty…
5 years, 6 months ago
Episode 139: On Knife's Edge
Now months into the siege, Mehmet and Constantine trade blows to determine the fate of Constantinople. Mehmet launches several new attacks, which the…
5 years, 6 months ago
Preview: The Search for Atlantis
The lost city of Atlantis. Is there any more romantic archeological find remaining? Is it real? Or, does Atlantis continue to reside merely in Plato'…
5 years, 6 months ago