Dive deep into the heart of ancient Crete as we explore the legendary Palace of Minos at Knossos. From sprawling labyrinths to mythical minotaurs, discover how Sir Arthur Evans' excavations unveiled a world where fact meets fantasy. Journey through multi-storeyed marvels, ancient sports, and the OG plumbing systems. Unravel quirky tales from the tiles and see how the Minoan legacy resonates in our modern world. Wrap up with wisdom from the past and get inspired to explore the stories that history has to offer.

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Dive into the passionate tales of ancient lovers that shaped legends and defied empires. From Antony and Cleopatra's empire-shaking affair to Hero and Leander's tragic devotion, explore how love in the ancient world was as exhilarating and perilous as it is today. Discover the timeless truths about romance, longing, and the barriers that lovers faced, reminding us that the essence of love remains unchanged through the ages. Join us on this journey through time, and let these epic love stories captivate your heart.

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The Vestal Virgins were an elite order of priestesses who tended the sacred flames in the Temple of Vesta in ancient Rome. Selected as children from noble families, they took vows of chastity and lived in seclusion, performing rituals and prayers. Their presence brought good omens, yet breaking their vows resulted in being buried alive. Though their lifestyle was restricted, Vestals enjoyed status and privileges for their dedication. Their 30-year path reveals much about the values of Roman society. This episode transports listeners back to discover the dramatic daily lives and responsibilities of Rome's virgin sisterhood.

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Dive into the enigmatic world of Göbekli Tepe, an ancient temple predating Stonehenge by thousands of years. Located in modern-day Turkey, this Neolithic marvel challenges our understanding of early human civilisation. Explore its intricate carvings, revel in tales of prehistoric pranks and celebrations, and draw parallels between the unity and creativity of our ancestors and our modern world. Discover how this ancient site could be the precursor to our favourite hangout spots today and how it stands as a testament to human spirit, ingenuity, and the timeless joy of discovery.

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Dive into the captivating world of the Minoans, an ancient civilization from the island of Crete that laid the groundwork for legends like the Minotaur. Explore the architectural wonders of the Palace of Knossos, get dazzled by the vibrant Minoan art, sail the Mediterranean with their maritime exploits, and decode the mysterious scripts that leave historians scratching their heads. From thrilling bull-leaping sports to their distinctive fashion statements and the significant role of women in their society, discover how the Minoans are not so different from us. A journey back in time that promises to be both educational and downright entertaining.

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The 2000 film Gladiator portrays Roman emperor Commodus as a power-hungry patricide. But while the real Commodus was an egotistical and flawed ruler, he was not the unhinged psychopath shown in the movie. He ruled successfully for over a decade and did not kill his father Marcus Aurelius, who likely died from natural causes. Though Commodus enjoyed fighting as a gladiator and indulged his megalomania, he avoided major political disasters until later in his reign. His story shows how power can go to leaders' heads in any era, ancient or modern. Even 1,800 years later, Commodus provides lessons on ego and spectacle in leadership resonating through the ages.

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Alexander the Great conquered the mighty Persian Empire and territories all the way to India in just over 10 years. His military genius and political prowess allowed him to spread Greek culture widely across the Near East and Asia. This podcast explores Alexander's epic journey and the enduring legacy of his brief but larger than life conquests that still echo through history.

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Join our time-travelling host as he explores ancient medical practices from bloodletting to trepanation. We visit mystical Egyptian healers, China's pioneering surgeons, Ayurvedic medicine in India, and Greek physicians like Hippocrates. We also uncover wild historical anecdotes, like the Egyptian doctor who pioneered sutures and the Chinese anesthetist who perfected magical sleeping potions. This raucous journey reveals how early shamans, herbalists, and philosophers developed the foundations of medicine. Though practices like drinking mercury elixirs were ill-advised, ancient knowledge paved the way for anatomy, pharmacy, and modern healthcare. Listen in for the highlights and low points of healing from antiquity!

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