198. 530s BC part 6 Death of Cyrus the Great

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.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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Nov 202432min

A Conversation with author George K. MehokIn 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://www.georgemehok.com/Don't forget to email us your address to get some new Fan of History stickers!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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Nov 202436min

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.Link to Gil's Podcasthttps://podcastofbiblicalproportions.com/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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Nov 202423min

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 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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020Merer's Diary, diary of Merer, Fourth Dynasty, Khufu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Nov 202417min

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 of History stickers!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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Okt 202444min

I had the great pleasure of speaking with Blue from Brand Nubiin. Blue, apart from being one of the coolest guys you will ever meet, is a part of the Nubian diaspora who are coming together to celebrate and highlight the rich culture and history of Nubia.We discuss the history and culture and of course get into philosophy and the power of humanity, because... me! There's really some interesting stuff in here so definitely check it out. I apologize in advance for some of the noises in the audio. Our guest was in a busy area and I was not able to edit some of them out. Check out the links below and let me know what you think after listening. -BERNIEPS without the editing help of my favorite Aussie Garry Stevens from History IN the Bible I would not even have this episode out at all! Hooray for Garry!https://www.nubiin.com/http://jebelbarkal.org/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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 Okt 202431min

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.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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Okt 202437min

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!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/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Sep 202437min