Episode 141: The Italian Renaissance Part One
In our first Renaissance episode, we cover the traditional "Fathers" of the Renaissance: Petrarch and Boccaccio. We discuss Humanism. Then, finally, we end with an examination of early-modern Venice. ...
1 Jan 202138min
Supplemental: Europe at 1450
In this very quick supplemental, we take a short tour of Europe around the year 1450 (well, really 1453). There is a map posted on the website, westerncivpodcast.com, for those interested in following...
25 Des 20206min
Bonus: The History of Christmas
A bonus episode covering the history of the western world's most popular holiday. From Santa Claus to December 25 and the origins of the Christmas tree, we cover it all. Check out our website for mor...
24 Des 202015min
Interview with Historian Robin Lane Fox
21 Des 202052min
Bonus: Alexander Redux
The entire "Alexander Redux" series is complete and now available for purchase at the website: westerncivpodcast.com. For only two dollars you get four hours of audio content. Enjoy a free preview her...
5 Des 202018min
Episode 140: Triumph of the Crescent Moon
The battle for Constantinople comes to a head. Mehmet and Constantine fight for the future of Europe outside the great Theodosian Walls. Nearly sixty days of siege come down to five short hours. Giust...
4 Des 202058min
Episode 139: On Knife's Edge
Now months into the siege, Mehmet and Constantine trade blows to determine the fate of Constantinople. Mehmet launches several new attacks, which the Byzantines hold off, but just barely. Then, with h...
26 Nov 202037min
Preview: The Search for Atlantis
The lost city of Atlantis. Is there any more romantic archeological find remaining? Is it real? Or, does Atlantis continue to reside merely in Plato's imagination? In a three-part series, I take a loo...
22 Nov 202019min
