Exploring the history and mythology of the ancient world. Archaeologists and scholars join to discuss ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other civilizations of the distant past.
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History isn't black and white, yet too often it's presented as such. Explore the ambiguities and nuances of the French Revolution. Support the show today: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Ever wondered how the French Revolution started with hope for liberty and equality and descended into the Reign of Terror? Curious as to how the French Revolution still influences your life today? Looking for your next long-form, detailed history podcast recommended by universities and loved by French Re ...
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Welcome to "Steady Hands" the podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey into the world of competitive shooting. Join us as we explore the captivating stories of individuals from all walks of life who share a common passion for precision, accuracy, and the art of the shot.
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Author Christopher Cosmos joins to talk about his new novel about the childhood of Alexander III of Macedon and his closest companion Hephaestion, as well as related topics.Por Patrick Garvey
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Listen to me read the third chapter of my new novel The Heir of Achilles, now available on Amazon.Por Patrick Garvey
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My reading of the second chapter of The Heir of Achilles, now available on Amazon.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.76 The Battle for the Sans-Culottes Part I
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The faction menace returns! The Enraged and the Jacobins battle for supremacy, while the Hébertists rise to challenge both! This episode explore The Manifesto of the Enraged, and the emergence of Jacques Hébert as a revolutionary leader. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 77 "The Battle for the Sans-Culottes Part II" no…
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Listen to me read the first chapter of The Heir of Achilles, now available on Amazon.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.75 The Death of Marat
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Murder in the bathtub! Explore the most famous assassination of the French Revolution! From the motives of Charlotte Corday to the legacy of Jean-Paul Marat, this episode leaves unpacks it all! Bonus Content 1.75.1 The Cult of Marat A new Jesus?! Explore the crazy developments of the Cult of Marat! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and list…
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History Daily is another great history podcast that you might enjoy. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Whether it’s to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day “that will live in infamy,” or to celebrate that 20th day in July 1969, when mankind r…
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The Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman Empire, was a force from the 5th century to the 15th century AD. Historian Anthony Kaldellis comes on to talk all things Byzantium.Por Patrick Garvey
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Joint Episode: Let The Games Begin
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It’s time for the French History Games! I team up with The Age of Napoleon and The Siècle to host a very special sporting event. Get ready for some controversial gold medal winners, and you can nominate your own! Nominate Your Winners & Feature on the Show! Keen to share your thoughts? Use the link below to nominate your own winners for the followi…
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1.74 The Constitution of 1793
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An instrument of pacification. Fearful of civil war and another insurrection, the deputies of the National Convention (finally) create a constitution. Despite the fact it was never properly implemented, the Constitution of 1793 continues to shape our politics in the 21st century. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 75 "T…
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Was evacuating 30,000 civilians from Toulon even possible? What happens to Napoleon after the siege? How did Gironde respond to the purge of their deputies? These questions and more are explored in this fantastic bonus episode available exclusively for members of the Grey History Community! Listen Here The Grey History Community Help keep Grey Hist…
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Historical fiction authors Ashlee Cowles and Danielle Stinson (known together as A.D. Rhine) come on the show to talk about their epic retelling of the Trojan War, the overlooked storylines and characters of the Iliad, Bronze Age history, and much more.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.73 Toulon V: Napoleon's Triumph
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A tremendous victory and a terrible cost. Explore the trials and controversies of the siege of Toulon, and Napoleon’s great victory! Don't miss the Episode Extras! 1.73.1 The Evacuation of Toulon Thousands try to flee Toulon as the Republic’s armies advance. In the resulting chaos, scenes of misery and panic define the last hours of the siege. Hist…
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I talk about my upcoming book (now available for preorder on Kickstarter).Por Patrick Garvey
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Joint Episode: The Art of Revolution
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From lions to ghosts, this episode has it all! Host Will Clark and Gavin Whitehead (The Art of Crime Podcast) discuss six noteworthy examples of revolutionary art! You're in for a treat! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 73 "Toulon V: Napoleon's Triumph" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! Artwork Se…
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1.72 Toulon IV: The Siege of Toulon
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Having seized the port of Toulon, how were they going to keep it? That was the question which vexed the First Coalition. Mistakes were plentiful as both sides blundered their response. Amongst the chaos and bloodshed, a young Napoleon Bonaparte plotted his first victory. Episode Extras 1.72 Unwanted Help Explore potential allies for Toulon's defenc…
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Historian Eckart Frahm joins to discuss the great Assyrian Empire, Babylon, the Epic of Gilgamesh, cuneiform, and more.Por Patrick Garvey
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Bestselling thriller author J.F. Penn joins to talk about the mysterious lance that was allegedly used against Jesus during the crucifixion and its role in her latest novel.Por Patrick Garvey
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English medievalist Anthony Bale joins to talk about the Middle Ages, from the top medieval travel destinations to the legends of King Arthur.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.71 Toulon III: Terror or Treason!
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As the Federalist Revolts collapsed around them, the citizens of Toulon faced an unenviable choice: the Jacobins or the British. Their decision would shape the Republic, the Empire, and the entire history of Europe! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 72 "Toulon IV: The Siege of Toulon" now! Available for all True Revolu…
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Most know of King Herod from the Bible. But who was he really and what was his kingdom of Judea like in the years leading up to the birth of Jesus? Historian Martin Goodman comes on to help answer these questions and more.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.70 Toulon II: A Harbour of Discontent
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Toulon's history is like no other. Defined by violence and contradictions, the presence of the mighty naval arsenal shaped every aspect of Toulon. This episode explores the town's history, it's struggles, and it's numerous deviations from the norm. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 71 "Toulon III: Terror or Treason!" n…
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1.69 Toulon I: The Flimsy Coalition and the Second Partition of Poland
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Toulon turns to treason. Placing its hopes in the First Coalition, the French rebels found an alliance crippled by mistrust and division. With the allies focused on their own self-interests, the war with France was often a secondary consideration compared to other territorial or commercial gains. This episode explore the dysfunctions of the First C…
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Joint Episode: Young Napoleon And Divided France with The Age of Napoleon
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Where was Napoleon prior to the Siege of Toulon? How had the revolution impacted his career and his native home of Corsica? What were Napoleon's experiences of the social schisms which gripped revolutionary France? All of this, and more, is explored in this fantastic episode with the Age of Napoleon podcast. Early Access Don't wait! Support the sho…
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What was the Late Bronze Age Collapse? What happened to the grand civilizations of the time, including Egypt and Greece? Archaeologist and best selling author Eric Cline joins to discuss.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.68 Marseille: Fight and Flight
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“To arms, Frenchmen, to arms!”. As Marseille rallied the country to revolt, the great port city achieved stunning success. Angered by the purging of the Girondins, and driven by its own internal divisions, Marseille marched on Paris to overthrow the Jacobin tyranny. Yet, despite “liberating” Avignon in July 1793, setbacks soon become insurmountable…
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Classical and Biblical archaeologist Jodi Magness joins to talk about the history of Jerusalem, a sacred city in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We talk about the city's origins, its development into a major religious site, the lost Ark of the Covenant, and much more.Por Patrick Garvey
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With the bloodshed of Lyon's Terror mired in controversy, there's no shortage of grey to explore! Examine what motivated Collot d'Herbois to embrace bloody repression. Learn how the Committee of Public Safety responded to his divisive actions. Who is responsible for the excesses in the city, and why do historians bitterly disagree? These are just s…
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#53 - The Dangerous Obsession with Human Origins (w/ Stefanos Geroulanos)
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What is meant by human "prehistory" and how do we understand the story of our species? Historian Stefanos Geroulanos makes the case that modern ideas about human prehistory often say more about us than they do about our ancestors from the distant past.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.66 Lyon III: Liberated City
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Confronted by the purge of the Girondins, the city of Lyon commences insurrection. The rebellion does not go to plan. Despite attempts at a negotiated solution, the city's revolt ends in horrific bloodshed. The Terror in Lyon permanently tarnishes the revolutionary project. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 67 "Lyon IV…
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1.65 Lyon II: Whose Revolution Is it Anyway?
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Insurrection arrives in the city of silk! Although consumed by the same factionalism which devoured the capital, Lyon charts a unique path in 1793. With an unusual twist to familiar developments, the scene was set for one of the most controversial acts of the Reign of Terror. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 66 "Lyon:…
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My thoughts on the controversial new miniseries about the campaign of Alexander the Great.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.64 Lyon I: Royalist or Revolutionary?
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Famed for being a bastion of reaction, the Republic's second city was anything but. This episode explores Lyon's unique experience of the revolution, unpacking both it's conservative and revolutionary stages. A trailblazer for popular democracy, the history of Lyon is one of contradictions, misnomers, and copious amounts of silk. It's also one civi…
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Modern-day traveling bard Joe Goodkin joins to talk about Homer, Achilles, and the legendary war at the heart of Greek mythology. He also performs a few of his original songs inspired by the Iliad.Por Patrick Garvey
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Joint Episode: American Politics and the French Revolution with My History Can Beat Up Your Politics
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How did the French Revolution shape American politics? Why did the French Revolutionaries diverge from the Americans? Did the American Revolution inspire revolutionaries across the Atlantic? In this fantastic episode with Bruce Carlson of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics, we explore a range of intersections between the French Revolution and Ame…
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1.63 Caen: The North Rebels!
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Normandy and Brittany declare insurrection. Proclaiming their intention to march against the capital, a northern army was assembled to crush the anarchists in Paris. But, despite noteworthy successes, the Federalist Revolt of the North ended in disaster. Why did the Norman port of Caen become a key federalist stronghold? Did the insurrections pursu…
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I rank these seven legendary structures from least impressive to most impressive.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.62 The Federalist Revolts
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Outraged by the coup in the capital, insurrections erupted across the nation. With leading Girondins fleeing to the provinces, civil war was sure to follow. The Federalist Revolts had begun! This episode explores the national and local causes of the Federalist Revolts, as well as the meaning of federalism in the context of the French Revolution. It…
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Journalist and bestselling author Douglas Preston joins to discuss his first-hand investigations into some of archaeology's greatest mysteries.Por Patrick Garvey
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Lafayette’s time in prison, opportunities for Louis XVI to escape his fate, debt jubilees in the modern world, and extrajudicial killings! These are just some of the great topics explored in this special bonus episode for the Grey History Community! You can access the full episode by supporting the podcast today! Full Members-Only Questions & Answe…
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1.61 The Purge of the Girondins Part III
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Facing setbacks and defeat, the insurrectionists of Paris recommitted to the cause. Surrounding the Convention with armed force, the deputies of the Convention are compelled to submit. On June 2 1793, the Girondins were purged, and French history was changed forever. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.61 The Brave, Ironic and Chaotic Speech…
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Joint Episode: Napoleon in Egypt with History of Egypt Podcast
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In this spectacular joint episode, Dominic Perry (The History of Egypt Podcast) and I team up to discuss the French Expedition to Egypt in 1798! We recap the revolutionary events that preceded the expedition, as well as the various motivations behind Napoleon's undertaking. We also explore what Europeans knew of Ancient Egypt before the invasion, a…
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What was the Lighthouse of Alexandria actually like? Why is it included in the list of Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? We talk to scientist and scholar Michael Denis Higgins about the famous lighthouse and how it evolved over the centuries.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.60 The Purge of the Girondins Part II
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Insurrection! With deadlock paralysing the Convention, and the Commission of Twelve provoking the radicals of Paris, another journée consumed the capital. With the establishment of the Central Revolutionary Committee and the Évêché Assembly, the sections of Paris led a new uprising against the national representation. The Insurrection of 31 May 179…
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From the Fast Lane to the Firing Line With Christopher Ancien
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In this adrenaline-fueled episode of Steady Hands, we dive into the thrilling life and unexpected career transition of Christopher Ancien, a former professional MotoAmerica AMA Superbike racer turned competition shooting expert. Join us as we explore the fascinating trajectory of this remarkable athlete who once conquered the racetracks and now dom…
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How did fossils inspire ancient Greek and Roman myth? Were the Amazons real? Historian and classical folklorist Adrienne Mayor joins me to answer these questions and many more.Por Patrick Garvey
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To celebrate Ridley Scott's new Napoleon film, I'm giving away 15 Grey History T-Shirts! 10 shirts will be randomly won by members of the Grey History Community. Another 5 will be randomly won by subscribers to the Grey History Newsletter. All Champions of the People and Heroes of the Revolution can also claim a shirt. To enter, subscribe to the Gr…
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The Elgin Marbles at the British Museum have long been a lightning rod for debate about whether museums are obligated to return artifacts that were taken from other parts of the world. I talk about the factors I would consider when trying to decide what the right answer is.Por Patrick Garvey
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1.59 The Purge of the Girondins Part I
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With the revolution paralysed by factional feuds, the people of Paris moved to break the deadlock. This episode explores the weeks immediately preceding the Purge of the Girondins, including how Brissot and his allies rallied support across the country. It also examines the differing opinions of historians in relation to the actions of the Girondin…
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The Science Of Competition Shooting With Andrew Peil
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In this captivating episode of "Steady Hands," we invite you to join us for an enlightening conversation with our distinguished guest, Dr. Andrew Peil. As an accomplished competitive shooter with a doctorate in pharmacy, Dr. Peil brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the podcast. Our focus in this episode "The Science Of Competit…
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