The Ancients

The Ancients

A podcast for all ancient history fans! The Ancients is dedicated to discussing our distant past. Featuring interviews with historians and archaeologists, each episode covers a specific theme from antiquity. From Neolithic Britain to the Fall of Rome. Hosted by Tristan Hughes.


New episodes every Sunday and Thursday.


From History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts Dan Snow's History Hit, Gone Medieval, and Betwixt the Sheets.

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Ancient Americas: the South American Stonehenge

Ancient Americas: the South American Stonehenge

One of the largest archaeological sites in South America, located near Lake Titicaca in Western Bolivia - Tiwanaku is a brilliantly mysterious place. Believed to have been founded around 200BC, Tiwana...

28 Elo 202245min

Ancient Americas: The Moche

Ancient Americas: The Moche

Known for their iconic ceramics and notable artwork - the Moche people flourished in ancient northern Peru. But who were the people behind the clay?In this special bonus episode of our Ancient America...

25 Elo 202253min

Ancient Americas: The Olmec Heads

Ancient Americas: The Olmec Heads

One of the the earliest Mesoamerican civilisations discovered so far - Olmec influences are visible throughout history. But who were they? And what do we actually know about them?In the third episode ...

21 Elo 202242min

The Origins of Jerusalem

The Origins of Jerusalem

One of the oldest cities in history, and revered by religions across the world - what do we know about the origins of Jerusalem?In this episode, Tristan is joined, once again, by Professor Jodi Magnes...

18 Elo 202242min

Ancient Americas: Teotihuacan

Ancient Americas: Teotihuacan

A jewel of Mesoamerica, Teotihuacan was a vibrant, painted city - but who built it? And who actually lived there?In the second episode of our August series 'The Ancient Americas', Tristan is joined by...

14 Elo 202251min

The Oracle of Delphi

The Oracle of Delphi

"If Croesus goes to war he will destroy a great empire." That was the prophecy the Oracle of Delphi delivered to the Lydian King - she just left out that fact it was his own empire that would be destr...

11 Elo 202244min

Ancient Americas: Debunking The Maya Apocalypse

Ancient Americas: Debunking The Maya Apocalypse

One of the most famous, and sophisticated, cultures of Mesoamerica, why are the Maya known only for predicting the end of the world?In the first episode of our new mini series 'The Ancient Americas', ...

7 Elo 202241min

Hannibal vs Rome: Hannibal's Greatest Victory

Hannibal vs Rome: Hannibal's Greatest Victory

One of the most studied military victories in history, and arguably one of the worst Roman defeats - what went wrong for the Romans at Cannae?In our final episode in the Hannibal mini-series, Dr Louis...

4 Elo 202231min

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