History of Portugal

Rob Mendes

I created History of Portugal to bring Portugal’s past to life through engaging, narrative storytelling. From its earliest roots to the rise of a global empire, I explore the people, battles, political intrigues, and unexpected events that shaped Portuguese history. I combine in-depth historical research with cinematic music and occasional sound effects to create an immersive experience that is as entertaining as it is informative. My goal is to make Portugal’s fascinating history accessible to everyone, one story at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 1

    Roots to Romans

    In this episode, we travel from 800 B.C to 392 A.D, and cover some of the major events that gripped and shaped the Iberian Peninsula! Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Pete Linforth Music Info: Rhythm of War, Composer: Zakhar Valaha (BMI IPI # 0086614911) Music Link: https://bit.ly/3sYC0zL  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Roots to Romans

  2. Episode 2

    Visigothic Dreams

    On this episode of History of Portugal, we go through the events that give rise to the Iberian Visigothic Kingdom. We also take a general look at different facets of society under the Visigoths, right up to the beginning of their terminal decline. Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Pete Linforth Music Info: Rhythm of War, Composer: Zakhar Valaha (BMI IPI # 0086614911) Music Link: https://bit.ly/3sYC0zL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Visigothic Dreams

  3. Episode 3

    Movable Objects and an Unstoppable Force

    This episode we take a step back in time, and hop over to the Arabian Peninsula, where we take a very wide lensed view at how a previously unassuming group of people forged their own sprawling dominion.  Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Pete Linforth Intro Music Info: Rhythm of War, Composer: Zakhar Valaha (BMI IPI # 0086614911) Music Link: https://bit.ly/3sYC0zL Outro Music Info: Desert Raid, Composer: IAmFowler from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Movable Objects and an Unstoppable Force

  4. Episode 4

    Shut’em Down, Open up Shop

    On this episode we cover the initial conquest of Iberia, by the North African Berber army led by Tariq ibn Ziyad! Join me on Patreon to support the show and get your questions answered on the podcast!: https://www.patreon.com/historyofportugal Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Pete Linforth Intro Music Info: "Rhythm of War" by Zakhar Valaha (BMI IPI # 0086614911) Music Link: https://bit.ly/3sYC0zL Additional music: "Toward the Mountains" by GioeleFazzeri from Pixabay, "The Right Voice" by Robbero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shut’em Down, Open up Shop

  5. Episode 5

    Ambitions as a Raider

    On this episode we cover the efforts of consolidation by the Muslim governors of Al-Andalus, along with the birth of the birth of the Asturian kingdom. Join me on Patreon to support the show and get your questions answered on the podcast!: https://www.patreon.com/historyofportugal Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay  Music by Geibral from Pixabay: Ethereal Dreams Cinematic Music by Michael Kobrin from Pixabay: Under Pressure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ambitions as a Raider

  6. Episode 6

    When We Ride on Our Enemies

    On this episode we cover the conflict between the Umayyads and the Aquitanians in southern France! Join me on Patreon to support the show and get your questions answered on the podcast!: https://www.patreon.com/historyofportugal Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal   If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    When We Ride on Our Enemies

  7. Episode 7

    Action, Reaction

    On this episode we cover the fall of the Umayyad dynasty in Syria, along with the secession of Al-Andalus from the rest of the caliphate. We also catch up on the events and expansion of the Kingdom of the Asturias. Join me on Patreon to support the show and get your questions answered on the podcast!: https://www.patreon.com/historyofportugal Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Action, Reaction

  8. Episode 8

    Alfonso II

    On this episode we cover the reign of Alfonso II Join me on Patreon to support the show and get your questions answered on the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/historyofportugal Join us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofportugalpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/historyportugal   If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Alfonso II
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About

I created History of Portugal to bring Portugal’s past to life through engaging, narrative storytelling. From its earliest roots to the rise of a global empire, I explore the people, battles, political intrigues, and unexpected events that shaped Portuguese history. I combine in-depth historical research with cinematic music and occasional sound effects to create an immersive experience that is as entertaining as it is informative. My goal is to make Portugal’s fascinating history accessible to everyone, one story at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Rob Mendes
  • Years Active
    2021
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Roberto Mendes
  • Show Website
    History of Portugal

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