Mer Herosner: Unveiling the History of an Ancient Land Vic Aslanyan, Mike Balian

Send us a Text Message.Join Vic and Mike from the Mer Herosner podcast for a special live stream from the vibrant Vardavar Water Festival at Verdugo Park in Glendale, CA! Experience the joy and excitement of this unique Armenian tradition, where water splashing symbolizes purification and renewal. Tune in for lively interviews, cultural insights, and a front-row seat to all the festive fun. Don’t miss out on this splash-tacular event! Support the Show.Follow us on Instagram https://www.i...

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to another episode of Mer Herosner, the podcast where we delve into the rich and intricate history of Armenia. In this episode, Vic and Mike will take you on a journey through the reigns of the Cilician rulers from 1095 to 1295. We'll explore the rise and fall of this remarkable Armenian rulers, examining the key figures, pivotal battles, and significant cultural advancements that shaped this era. Join us as we unravel the stories of kings and queens, knights an...

Send us a Text Message.On this episode of the Mer Herosner Podcast, Dr. Shushan Karapetian, Director of the USC Institute of Armenian Studies, joins Vic and Mike for a very interesting conversation 🎙️Dr. Karapetian is a distinguished scholar with a PhD in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures from UCLA. Her groundbreaking research on Eastern Armenian heritage language speakers in Los Angeles has earned her numerous accolades, including the Society for Armenian Studies Distinguished Dissertation...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Mer Herosner podcast, Vic and Mike are joined by the illustrious creator and director, Roger Kupelian, to dive into his groundbreaking Patreon-exclusive webisode series, "Warrior Saints." This series breathes life into the obscured stories of legendary warriors whose valor and strategic genius not only carved the destinies of empires but also left indelible marks on the world's religious landscapes. Don't miss this deep dive into the creative proc...

Send us a Text Message.In this captivating episode of Mer Herosner, we delve into the intriguing origins of the Cilician Kingdom of Armenia, a pivotal chapter in Armenian history. Join Vic and Mike as they explore the ambitious beginnings of this storied realm, focusing on the visionary leader at its heart, Prince Ruben. Discover the challenges and triumphs that marked the birth of a kingdom, from its roots in the Byzantine Empire's fading glory to its emergence as a beacon of Armenian cultur...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Mer Herosner podcast, we delve into the heart of Jerusalem's historic Armenian Quarter with special guests Setrag Balian and Hagop Djernasian, the passionate founders of Save the ArQ. This movement is dedicated to the defense and preservation of one of the oldest continuously inhabited Armenian diaspora communities in the world.Join us as Setrag and Hagop share their story of the Armenian Quarter, a place rich in history and culture, yet facing modern...