Fan of History

27/11/2024

Cambyses - Son of Cyrus the Great - is dead, and the Persian Empire is up for grabs.

Enter Darius: ambitious, cunning, and ready to rule.

It’s the 520s BC, and Persia is having a Game of Thrones moment! It’s high drama in the Empire, who will live, who will die, and who will take the crown? And of course Fan of History style, we even have a guy that sticks his fingers in a horse's ... um.. well, just tune in to find out.

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/204-520s-bc-part-4-persian-game-of-thrones

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Cambyses - Son of Cyrus the Great - is dead, and the Persian Empire is up for grabs. Enter Darius: ambitious, cunning, and ready to rule. It’s the 520s BC, and Persia is having a Game of Thrones moment! It’s high drama in the Empire, who will live, who will die, and who will take the crown? And ...

20/11/2024

A Conversation with author George K. Mehok

In this episode of "What's New In History," I sit down with George K. Mehok, author of the gripping new thriller "Going Dark." Mehok's debut novel masterfully intertwines modern-day cyber intrigue with Revolutionary-era secrets, crafting a narrative that is both thrilling and historically rich.

Join us as we delve into the inspirations behind "Going Dark," explore the challenges of blending historical events with contemporary themes, and discuss the meticulous research that brings authenticity to Mehok's storytelling. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a fan of suspenseful fiction, this conversation offers a unique glimpse into the creation of a novel that bridges past and present in a compelling tapestry of intrigue and adventure.

Check it out!

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/whats-new-in-history-unveiling-the-historical-thriller-going-dark

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A Conversation with author George K. Mehok In this episode of "What's New In History," I sit down with George K. Mehok, author of the gripping new thriller "Going Dark." Mehok's debut novel masterfully intertwines modern-day cyber intrigue with Revolutionary-era secrets, crafting a narrative that is...

13/11/2024

In this lively cross-border episode, Bernie and Gil huddle up in Barcelona, while Dan joins from Sweden, to explore an ancient meeting of minds in 525 BC. As the Persian empire expanded into Egypt, Jewish communities from different lands converged, sharing stories and traditions that would become the foundation for parts of the Old Testament. Join us for a journey back to a pivotal moment where worlds—and minds—collided, leaving a lasting mark on history.

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/203-520s-bc-part-3-a-meeting-of-the-minds-and-mindless-with-gil-kidron

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In this lively cross-border episode, Bernie and Gil huddle up in Barcelona, while Dan joins from Sweden, to explore an ancient meeting of minds in 525 BC. As the Persian empire expanded into Egypt, Jewish communities from different lands converged, sharing stories and traditions that would become th...

06/11/2024

These 4,600 scrolls have been called the greatest discovery in Egypt in the 21st Century.
Dan surprises Bernie in this episode with this amazing find. But what's in the scrolls? Hint: It has to do with the pyramids. Is this the proof ALIENS were involved??
HA! Listen to find out.

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/whats-new-in-history-red-sea-scrolls

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These 4,600 scrolls have been called the greatest discovery in Egypt in the 21st Century. Dan surprises Bernie in this episode with this amazing find. But what's in the scrolls? Hint: It has to do with the pyramids. Is this the proof ALIENS were involved?? HA! Listen to find out. This is a podcast b...

30/10/2024

A Mad King ... True or False?

Cambyses has some pretty bad historical credibility. He's been considered a mad king for millennia. We tell the great stories of his insane behavior in Egypt. Of course in Fan of History style we do a deep dive and have a lot of fun with it, including asking the question "how freaking old is Croesus now??"

Don't forget to email us your address to get some new Fan if History stickers!

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/202-520s-bc-cambyses-vs-egypt-part-2

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A Mad King ... True or False? Cambyses has some pretty bad historical credibility. He's been considered a mad king for millennia. We tell the great stories of his insane behavior in Egypt. Of course in Fan of History style we do a deep dive and have a lot of fun with it, including asking the questio...

16/10/2024

In the 520s BC, the Pyramids were already 2,000 years old! Now the upstart Persian Empire with only their 2nd king is going to try to add the ancient kingdom to their collection of ancient Empires. Will their strategy using "los gatos" work?
Find out on this first of many episodes on the 520s BC where we have some great stories from Herodotus and other ancient authors.

You'll find the new episode here: https://pod.fo/e/274f60

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In the 520s BC, the Pyramids were already 2,000 years old! Now the upstart Persian Empire with only their 2nd king is going to try to add the ancient kingdom to their collection of ancient Empires. Will their strategy using "los gatos" work? Find out on this first of many episodes on the 520s BC whe...

18/09/2024

Can you believe there's been another 100 Fan of History episodes since the last time we did this! Take a stroll back in podcast time through the past 100 episodes with Dan and Bernie as they reminisce:
Ashurbanipal the OG Assyrian emperor, Dugdamus the Demon King, Nebuchadnezzar nemesis of the Jews, Cyrus the Freaking Great.... and no episode would be complete without good ole GYGES!

We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed making it and the past 100 episodes!

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/200-200th-episode

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Can you believe there's been another 100 Fan of History episodes since the last time we did this! Take a stroll back in podcast time through the past 100 episodes with Dan and Bernie as they reminisce: Ashurbanipal the OG Assyrian emperor, Dugdamus the Demon King, Nebuchadnezzar nemesis of the Jews,...

11/09/2024

Garry from History in the Bible podcast is back!

With Garry from History in the Bible podcast. 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/fanofhistory Contact information: E-mail: [email protected] http://facebook.com/fanofhistory https:...

04/09/2024

Three P's of Ancient Greece - Pythagoras, Polycrates, and Pisistratus

Dan and Bernie wrap up the 530's BC with Ancient Greece. We have Pythagoras who is much more than just right angled triangles, Polycrates and his magic ring, and good ole Pisistratus is still around making Athens great.

Plus the Olympics and the good times you expect from a Fan of History episode!

Remember to email us your address if you want some Fan of History stickers!

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/200-530s-bc-part-8-greece-dionysus-is-our-kind-of-jesus

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Three P's of Ancient Greece - Pythagoras, Polycrates, and Pisistratus Dan and Bernie wrap up the 530's BC with Ancient Greece. We have Pythagoras who is much more than just right angled triangles, Polycrates and his magic ring, and good ole Pisistratus is still around making Athens great. Plus the O...

21/08/2024

Detail and fun like you will only get at Fan of History from Dan the Rome Man.

This really is an amazing episode... so many wild things happen!
Unlike some other leaders in our day who bow out gracefully - ahem - our guy gets thrown down the steps. And that's just the beginning of his problems.

And then we have all the good Roman names like
Tarquinius Superbus
Servius Tullis
Biggus Dickus

I mean come on, where are you going to get all this??
And just when you think you've heard it all... you haven't when the world's best salesperson shows up.

Listen all the way to the end and enjoy!
https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/199-530s-bc-part-7-rome

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Detail and fun like you will only get at Fan of History from Dan the Rome Man. This really is an amazing episode... so many wild things happen! Unlike some other leaders in our day who bow out gracefully - ahem - our guy gets thrown down the steps. And that's just the beginning of his problems. And....

14/08/2024

"Changed my worldview" - Dan Horning
A Buried Ancient Egyptian Port Reveals the Hidden Connections Between Distant Civilizations
We'll let this episode speak for itself. The finds and what they mean for how we understand antiquity are simply stunning!

https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/whats-new-in-history-berenike

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"Changed my worldview" - Dan Horning A Buried Ancient Egyptian Port Reveals the Hidden Connections Between Distant Civilizations We'll let this episode speak for itself. The finds and what they mean for how we understand antiquity are simply stunning! Don't miss this one and make sure to read the ar...

31/07/2024

With Garry Stevens and Gil Kidron
I was visiting Barcelona and a ran into Gil. Before I knew it a discussion about ancient history broke out.

Hope you enjoy it!

The episode can be found here: https://pod.fo/e/258c63

24/07/2024

We wrap up Cyrus in this episode Fan of History style with all the nitty gritty details... Enjoy!

You'll find the new episode here: https://pod.fo/e/256407

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He's good and dead now. We wrap up Cyrus in this episode Fan of History style with all the nitty gritty details... Enjoy! 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/fanofhistory Contact informat...

17/07/2024

Unlock the secrets of Plato’s final legacy… the real story of the Atlantis myth.

Jack Kelley is a film maker, classicist, and seeker of the truth. It looks like he found it! Jack tells Bernie about the just released documentary "The Atlantis Puzzle"... how it came to be and how his serendipitous reading on a vacation to Greece led to this amazing revelation.

I was fascinated by our conversation and even more so by the documentary!

You'll find the new episode here: https://pod.fo/e/25331c

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Unlock the secrets of Plato’s final legacy… the real story of the Atlantis myth. Jack Kelley is a film maker, classicist, and seeker of the truth. And "by GEORGE" it looks like he found it! Jack tells Bernie about the just released documentary "The Atlantis Puzzle"... how it came to be and how h...

10/07/2024

Will the world's greatest conqueror remain undefeated?

We are back to Persia and our hero Cyrus the Great. We know he can't live forever, but how will he meet his end?

We discuss all the amazing stories and facts in this first of 2 episodes Fan of History style. Check it out!

You'll find the new episode here: https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/197-530s-bc-part-5-death-of-cyrus-the-great

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26/06/2024

We're in the Spring and Autumn Period and man is this a really fun episode! I mean, where can you get all this in one place:
• Human Sacrifice
• Ghosts and Ghost Theory
• Beguiling
• Tibetan Buddhism
• and beheading a horse!

Not only the fun stuff but Confucius, Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, and the really big star Zichan of Zheng posts the laws for the first time. WHAT... NO LAWS??

And after this episode was recorded this rolled off Garry from History In the Bible podcast's tongue
"The purpose of the law is to bind the poor without protecting them; and to protect the rich without binding them".

Listen to this really informative and FUN episode to hear all that and actually way more. Dan and I had a great time recording this one!

You'll find the new episode here: https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/958058555/fan-of-history/196-530s-bc-part-4-china

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We're in the Spring and Autumn Period and man is this a really fun episode! I mean, where can you get all this in one place: • Human Sacrifice • Ghosts and Ghost Theory • Beguiling • Tibetan Buddhism • and beheading a horse! Not only the fun stuff but Confucius, Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, and the r...