Ancient Answers

20/04/2022

Been a while since we posted, but rest assured that we are working on new content! We are both busy people who do this as a side project so thank you for your patience!
Here is a meme to reward you!

18/03/2022

Only some people will get this, but those that do will know that this is hilarious!

10/03/2022

If you aren't familiar with it, check out story of Ernest Shackleton. One of history's greatest badasses.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmIwipIhRq8

Few exploits of the 20th century could match the courage and perseverance of the Shackleton expedition. Ernest Shackleton became the ultimate model for crisi...

10/03/2022

A real piece of history has been uncovered!
https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/shackleton-endurance-shipwreck-1.6378176

The wreckage of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton's ship Endurance, which was crushed by Antarctic ice and sank some 3,000 metres (10,000 feet) to the ocean floor more than a century ago, has been found, a team searching for it said on Wednesday.

28/02/2022

Ancient Answers has been MIA for a while as we prepare to get season three underway. We have some new ideas in mind that are taking longer to shape than we thought, so we appreciate your patience.
We are, however, coming back to social media to express our support for Ukraine and our condemnation of Putin's heinous invasion. The Ukrainian people have proven stalwart, and with the support of the world they will triumph over Putin's iron-fisted regime.
The world has changed, Mr. Putin. Those who do not change with it will be forgotten.

22/01/2022

Oh... oh this is so true... so very very true...

16/01/2022

More modern than we usually discuss, but you can't not share a great history meme when you see one.

11/01/2022

Worry about her all you want, but Candace knows her history

09/01/2022

For the first history meme of the new year we're going to yell at England to return the Elgin Marbles!

06/01/2022

Happy New Year! No new episodes yet. Is that because Gordon and Shane are hard at work recording and editing?
No. We spent the holidays relaxing.
Can our listeners expect a new episode next week?!?!?
Also no. It's day six of the new year and they both work full time.
But will there be awesome new episodes and video content to enjoy this season?
Absolutely! Stay tuned!

22/12/2021

That's a wrap! Click here to listen to our final episode of Season 2 as we reflect on the discussions we've had and the things we've learned along the way.
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Reflections-e1c24qf

In the final episode of Season 2, Gordon and Shane look back at the discussions they had and the things they learned over the previous 29 episodes, and share some upcoming news about Season 3.

15/12/2021

Our last Q&A of season 2! Click the link below to listen!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/QA-Part-XII-e1bp3r4

In the final Q&A episode of season 2, Gordon and Shane discuss four quotes from ancient philosophers, orators, and historians and discuss their relevance in the modern world.

08/12/2021

WE'RE BACK, BABY!
Thank you all very much for your patience. The link below will take you to the first of our final three episodes for season two.
We begin with our discussion on historical figures (Biography? Profiles? We need a name for this segment), so listen in as Gordon and Shane discuss the lives of Philip II of Macedon (father to Alexander the Great) and Roman Emperor Constantine the Great.
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Philip--Constantine-e1be3bd

In the first of the final three for season two, Gordon and Shane open with another selection of historical biographies, discussing the lives of Philip II of Macedon (father of Alexander the Great) and Roman Emperor Constantine the Great.

01/12/2021

Who wants a roller coaster of a headline?

24/11/2021

As you may have noticed, no new episode aired this morning. We're currently working on three more to wrap up the season (and the year), but we fell behind on our recordings due to *gestures vaguely at everything*
That being said, stay tuned for more history-based content, and our final three episodes of season two!

18/11/2021

Apologies for the delay in posting the latest episode, but our small team has recently had a shakeup in scheduling.
Without further ado, click the link below to listen to our latest episode! The second in our new series on historical profiles featuring Scipio Africanus and Boudicca!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Scipio-Africanus--Boudicca-e1aeovj

In the second iteration of historical profiles, Gordon and Shane discuss the lives and influences of Roman General Scipio Africanus and Celtic rebel leader Boudicca.

10/11/2021

New! Episode! Day!
Listen here for Part II on our discussion on Revolutions!
Here's a question to get you thinking: are we on the verge of a revolution? Love to hear what you think!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Revolutions-Part-II-e1a2ben

In this episode, Gordon and Shane continue their discussion on ancient revolutions and ask a potentially alarming question: are we on the cusp of another revolution?

07/11/2021

Google the "Emu War." Seriously, it's hilarious.

03/11/2021

You say you want a revolution, well you know, we all wanna change the world.
Click here to listen to our latest episode on revolutions!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Revolutions-Part-I-e19n4k3

In this episode Gordon and Shane take a look back at revolutions in ancient history and how they shaped the modern world. Or did they?

27/10/2021

A little slow out of the starting gate this morning, but here is Q&A Part XI!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/QA-Part-XI-e19csac

In the 11th instalment of the Quote & Answer series, Gordon and Shane discuss four more quotes from ancient sources and their relevance to modern life.

25/10/2021

The Wheel turns...

20/10/2021

Time for not only a new episode, but a new series! In this episode Gordon and Shane discuss two figures from history; their lives, their impact on history, and what they would ask these figures given the chance. We being with Sargon of Akkad and Odysseus.
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Sargon--Odysseus-e19235p

In this episode Gordon and Shane introduce a new format where they discuss two historical figures; their lives, their impact on history, and what they would ask them given the chance. To start off this new series they have selected Sargon of Akkad and Odysseus.

19/10/2021

It's all a matter of accessible records, and it's hard to keep good records when your conquerors destroyed them all.

19/10/2021

Ancient Answers would like to thank a loyal listener for his advice on our sound. If you have any suggestions for ways we can improve the podcast (or topics, quotes, and historical figures you'd like us to discuss) please let us know!
Ancient Answers is a small podcast run entirely by the two of us, and we're very much doing the best we can with what we have. That being said, with feedback from our listeners we can always improve!

14/10/2021

You'd think the major breweries could actually make a decent beer.

13/10/2021

That moment when Penelope realizes she's the side piece.

13/10/2021

New episode day!
Click here to listen to the conclusion on our conversation regarding Roman Chariot Racing!
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Chariot-Racing-Part-II-e18nib3

In this episode Gordon and Shane conclude their discussion on chariot racing and the influence it had throughout the course of human history.

06/10/2021

"Give them bread and circuses and they will never revolt." - Juvenal
And how! Click here to listen to a discuss on Roman Chariot racing and impact it had on human history and culture right to the modern age.
https://anchor.fm/ancient-answers/episodes/Chariot-Racing-e18d028

In this episode Gordon and Shane discuss one of the greatest sports spectacles in human history: chariot racing. Beginning with its origins in ancient Greek literature all the way through to modern NASCAR and Formula 1, chariot racing has had an immense impact on human history and culture. Listen he...

03/10/2021

Just a teaser for our upcoming episodes.
https://youtu.be/9gA0oXWgbWM

The story of Flavius Scorpus. One of Rome's most famous charioteers. And new evidence reveals the vivid truth about the spectacular, lethal Roman sport of ch...

02/10/2021

This is extremely relevant to our program!