Fan of History

From Republic to Autocracy, How Ancient Rome Warns Us About Democracy’s FragilityAlex Petkas is a writer, entrepreneur, and the host of Cost of Glory, a podcast celebrating Western Civilization's eminent heroes. With a PhD in Classics from Princeton University, he transitioned from academia to alternative media, where he empowers professionals and entrepreneurs through educational programs and leadership retreats. Alex’s mission is to translate profound insights from Greco-Roman leaders and philosophers into actionable wisdom for contemporary achievers, fostering a deeper appreciation for historical greatness among today’s innovators.He talks to Bernie today about a topic on many people's minds these days... How similar are current events to the final days of the Roman Republic?The answers might surprise you! Tune in to find out!Hook a hard-working podcaster up!https://buymeacoffee.com/whatsnewinhistoryLinks:Alex's websitehttps://www.costofglory.com/Arnold J. Toynbee is the historian I reference in the episodehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Study_of_Historyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gzkHhSMHIAhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/755218.Catiline_s_War_The_Jurgurthine_War_HistoriesJUST READ! It's good for youhttps://kwikbrain.medium.com/10-brain-reasons-to-make-reading-a-habit-aa628d4b498cThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020

We wrap up the Roaring 520s BC with a stellar cast of characters: The Buddha, Confucius, Lao Tzu, Darius and more! Tying up loose ends in China, a young Confucius meets the wise old Taoist sage Lao Tzu and the foundation of Chinese thought is birthed right here. And in Greece if one brother wasn't such a hot-head the movie "the 300" may never have been written and one of the most iconic and dramatic events of the ancient world may never have happened.Check out this episode for all the fun, facts, and philosophy you expect from Fan of History!Bulls Blood paper link - THANKS MARTIN!!https://portal.research.lu.se/en/publications/to-drink-bulls-blood-an-analysis-of-the-story-of-midasThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie MaopolskiIf you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/

Most high school students are busy with math and history—but Michael Hoffen took it a step further and learned ancient Egyptian! In this episode, we talk with the teen author of Be a Scribe!, a beautifully illustrated book that follows young Pepi’s journey to becoming a scribe. Michael shares how his passion for hieroglyphs began in middle school, why he chose to write this book, and what we can all learn from the scribes of ancient Egypt.https://www.beascribe.com/This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020

In 524 BC, the unthinkable happened—four capitals in ancient China were engulfed in flames on the same day. But this wasn’t a random disaster; it was foretold. In this episode, we uncover the prophecy, explore the political intrigue surrounding the fires, and spotlight Zichan of Zheng, "Exemplary firefighting plan" saved his state from devastation. But did he save the turtle? Was it divine punishment or a clever conspiracy? Let’s find out!This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie MaopolskiIf you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/

One of our favorite recurring guests, Gil Kidron, has another podcast about movies and we had a wild time discussing the 1956 classic movie "The 10 Commandments" starring Charlton Heston, Yule Brenner, John Derrick and directed by Cecil B. DeMille. Amazing movie. Great discussion. Don't miss it!Links to "As Depicted on Film"spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/72b4ZP8s0Ed7qvnn4gveeAApple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/as-depicted-on-film/id1458014104The 10 Commandments moviehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeGnfbJRp8LGVzRHcj-R64l8XZ1aeEVg-buymeacoffee.com/WhatsNewInHistoryThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020

The 520s BC in China were anything but quiet. With states like Qi and Jin vying for influence, leaders like Zichan rising to prominence, and strange omens hinting at disaster, this decade laid the groundwork for one of the most extraordinary events in Zhou history. Join us as we unravel the decade’s intrigue and ambition where a father steals his son's hottie bride, an evil minister schemes and schemes, while a revenge plan is hatched. Good stuff... don't miss it!Links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Earthhttps://pearlsbuck.org/visit-the-pearl-s-buck-house/house/https://sites.asiasociety.org/arts/asiangames/power01.htmlThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie MaopolskiIf you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/

In this cross-podcast collaboration recorded in Barcelona, we explore the universal appeal of virgin and unusual birth myths. With Gil from Podcast of Biblical Proportions and Garry from History in the Bible, we connect the dots between mythic figures like Mithras, Buddha, and Jesus. Is the story of Jesus’ birth an exception—or part of a larger pattern in human storytelling?The answer may surprise you!Support What's New in History by buying us a coffee!buymeacoffee.com/WhatsNewInHistoryLinks for more researchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm73u99usTA&t=821shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uO0E4j1f6HIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcjElvISzv4This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020

In the glittering Aegean of the 520s BC, Polycrates of Samos was a man of unmatched ambition and cunning—a tyrant who ruled the seas and defied the odds. But every rise has its fall. In this episode, we follow Polycrates’ journey to his gruesome end, a story of hubris, betrayal, and the inevitable downfall of the man who thought he could cheat fate.Herodotus link:https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Herodotus/3B*.htmlThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/

An ancient Passover letter might not be what it seems. New research suggests it could reflect Zoroastrian influences, reshaping what we know about Judaism’s origins. Join me and Gil Kidron of A Podcast of Biblical Proportions as we uncover this fascinating cross-cultural connection.Linkshttps://www.haaretz.com/archaeology/2024-11-04/ty-article/new-study-of-passover-letter-may-change-what-we-know-about-the-birth-of-judaism/00000192-dc36-ddcf-a7f7-dc76c3eb0000?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=emailhttps://podcastofbiblicalproportions.com/This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020