Herodotus Talk

Nathan Thomas

Herodotus Talk is your gateway to the stories that shaped our world. Inspired by the spirit of history’s first great storyteller, this podcast dives deep into the people, events, and ideas of the past. From ancient empires and legendary figures to forgotten moments, each episode brings the past to life through engaging storytelling and thoughtful analysis. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about how yesterday connects to today, Herodotus Talk invites you to explore the drama, intrigue, and lessons of history.

Episodes

  1. The History of the Olympics

    2h ago

    The History of the Olympics

    The Olympics are now a global sporting event, but they began as a religious festival in ancient Greece. This episode, traces the Games from Olympia and the worship of Zeus to their modern revival, exploring how the Olympics changed while still remaining about honor, competition, and pride.

    9 min
  2. The History of Pizza

    May 25

    The History of Pizza

    In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we trace the history of pizza from the streets of Naples to tables around the world. We’ll look at how pizza began as a cheap food for workers, how Italian unification and migration helped spread it, and how tourism, American tastes, frozen pizza, and delivery turned it into one of the world’s most popular foods.

    6 min
  3. The Black Death

    May 9

    The Black Death

    In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we explore the Black Death, one of the deadliest pandemics in history. Starting with the trade networks of Genoa and the wider Old World, we look at how plague spread, how people in the 1300s tried to explain it, and how fear, religion, and early medical ideas shaped their response. Then, we examine how the Black Death changed society, weakened old institutions, and helped push Europe toward a new era.

    8 min
  4. The Battle of Hastings

    Apr 25

    The Battle of Hastings

    In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we head to 1066, where a succession crisis pushed England into one of the most important battles in its history. We’ll cover William of Normandy’s claim to the throne, Harold Godwinson’s fight to keep it, and how the Battle of Hastings reshaped England for centuries.

    8 min
  5. The Peloponnesian War

    Apr 5

    The Peloponnesian War

    Two titans of the Hellenic world collide, as Athens and Sparta descend into a war that will reshape the ancient world.

    6 min
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About

Herodotus Talk is your gateway to the stories that shaped our world. Inspired by the spirit of history’s first great storyteller, this podcast dives deep into the people, events, and ideas of the past. From ancient empires and legendary figures to forgotten moments, each episode brings the past to life through engaging storytelling and thoughtful analysis. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about how yesterday connects to today, Herodotus Talk invites you to explore the drama, intrigue, and lessons of history.

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  • Creator
    Nathan Thomas
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nathan Thomas
  • Show Website
    Herodotus Talk