After Alexander

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This podcast explores what happened after Alexander the Great, with a specific focus on the story of the Seleucids- a dynasty which descended from one of Alexander's generals and came to rule an empire stretching from Anatolia to India. Join us as we examine the Hellenistic world and watch the shifting Seleucid fortunes through the various highs and lows. Currently covering: The reign of Seleucus IV Philopater (187- 175 BCE).

  1. JAN 24 · BONUS

    Announcement- The Diadochina

    I have become a father! My firstborn daughter is here and is of course wonderful. However, the fact of her existence means that there may be some disruption to the podcast schedule. Thank you for your understanding!

    2 min

  2. JAN 15 · BONUS

    Looking Ahead 3- Athens Through the Ages

    This is part of a triple collaboration with Biopedia and Autocrat. Autocrat are discussing the founding myth of Athens, while Biopedia explore the olive trees that feature so prominently in the story. Well, here on After Alexander, it's time to examine what Athens gets up to before and after the Hellenistic Age- into the modern day. Sources for this episode: TBA

    13 min

  3. JAN 11

    99- Things Fall Apart

    Defeat at Magnesia sparks collapse throughout the Seleucid empire. Antiochus III leaves his son behind in Antioch as Seleucus IV and then heads out east- only to meet his end while trying to rob a temple in Persia. Sources for this episode: TBA

    15 min

  4. 12/28/2025

    98- The Treaty of Apamea

    With Antiochus III having sent delegates to Rome, it is up to the Senate to decide what to do with the defeated Seleucid kingdom. The results definitely please Eumenes II of a newly expanded Pergamon, but the Seleucids are not so happy. As of 188 BCE, it is back behind the Taurus mountains we go- forever this time... Sources for this episode: TBA

    11 min

  5. 12/14/2025

    97- Anatolia Crumbles

    With the Seleucid armies shattered after Magnesia, the cities of Anatolia begin to fall like dominoes. Antiochus III finds himself with no choice but to come to the negotiating table once again- to find Africanus stealing the show off his brother once more... Sources for this episode: Livy (1983), Rome and the Mediterranean. Translated by H. Bettensen. Harmondsworth: Penguin Books Ltd.Robinson, C. E. (1932), A History of the Roman Republic. London: Methuen & Co., Ltd.Author unknown, Bank of England (date unknown), Inflation calculator (online) (Accessed 13/12/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Antiochus III the Great (online) (Accessed 13/12/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), List of rulers of Bithynia (online) (Accessed 13/12/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Treaty of Lutatius (online) (Accessed 13/12/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Watches of the Night (online) (Accessed 13/12/2025).

    13 min

  6. 11/30/2025

    96- The Battle of Magnesia

    In 190 BCE, Antiochus III faces off against the Scipio brothers near the settlement of Magnesia-by-Sipylus. The resulting battle will be a disaster for the Seleucids- and see the king go running back to Syria with his tail between his legs... Sources for this episode: TBA

    16 min

  7. 11/16/2025

    95- Countdown to Magnesia

    With the Romans now in Anatolia, Antiochus III has only got so long to go before a major showdown. He tries his best to avoid it- mainly by attempting to bribe Scipio Africanus- but in the end, we are setting up for a showdown near Magnesia-by-Sipylus. Sources for this episode: Bevan (1966), The House of Seleucus (Vol. II). New York: Barnes & Noble, Inc.Greene, R. (2002), The 48 Laws of Power. London: Profile Books Ltd.Livy (1983), Rome and the Mediterranean. Translated by H. Bettensen. Harmondsworth: Penguin Books Ltd.

    10 min

  8. 11/02/2025

    94- The Seleucids Lose the Seas

    The Roman and Seleucid fleets face each other at Myonessus, and the war swings decisively in favour of the Romans. Not only that, but Antiochus III retreats from Europe and the Scipio brothers cross into Asia. Oh dear... Sources for this episode: Bevan (1966), The House of Seleucus (Vol. II). New York: Barnes & Noble, Inc.Livy (1983), Rome and the Mediterranean. Translated by H. Bettensen. Harmondsworth: Penguin Books Ltd.Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Lucius Cornelius Scipio (praetor 174 BC) (online) (Accessed 31/10/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Myonessus (online) (Accessed 31/10/2025).Author unknown, Wikipedia (date unknown), Taurus Mountains (online) (Accessed 31/10/2025).

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This podcast explores what happened after Alexander the Great, with a specific focus on the story of the Seleucids- a dynasty which descended from one of Alexander's generals and came to rule an empire stretching from Anatolia to India. Join us as we examine the Hellenistic world and watch the shifting Seleucid fortunes through the various highs and lows. Currently covering: The reign of Seleucus IV Philopater (187- 175 BCE).

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    Vince's Podcasts
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    2020 - 2026
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