The History of Byzantium

We take a look at the whole period of Iconoclasm as an introduction to this era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 Apr 201527min

An interview with author Sean Munger about his book "Zombies of Byzantium." The novel is set during the Siege of 717-18 and sees an outbreak of the undead just as Maslama and Leo battle in Constantino...

12 Apr 201531min

Maslama puts Constantinople under siege. The Romans look to the heavens for a sign that God still favours them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Mars 20151h 20min

We trace the origins of Leo III from his family's relocation to Thrace, his service in the Caucasus through to his interaction with the invading Arabs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

13 Mars 201522min

Justinian II tries to return to vigorous action but things quickly fall apart. The Arabs advance in the east and a rebellion in Cherson blows up. We meet our fourth, fifth and sixth Emperors. Hosted o...

3 Mars 201528min

Justinian II heads off into exile but dreams of returning to Constantinople. He makes friends in Cherson and talks openly of rebellion. The city's authorities report this to Apsimar and Justinian flee...

24 Feb 201521min

The Arabs capture Carthage and the new Emperor Leontius is forced to send a fleet to recapture it. When that mission fails the men of the fleet wonder if one of their own might make a better Emperor. ...

13 Feb 201525min

We finish our 7th century tour by answering more of your questions. We cover nose slitting, coins, education, fashion, when did Late Antiquity end and did the Romans miss the Persians? Hosted on Acast...

10 Feb 201536min