Ep 292:Venice and the Rest of the Empire w/ John Giebfried
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Dr. Giebfried from the University of Vienna joins me to explore uncharted territories of the Roman Empire post-siege narrative, including Attalia, Trebizond and the multiple acquisitions of Venice

Ep 291: Michael Doukas of Epiros
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Michael Komnenos Doukas's career was almost forgettable, until chaos after Manuel Komnenos' death led him to establish a new state in Epirus, eventually conquering vast Roman territories.

Emperor of the Romans, Nikephoros II Phokas - liberator of Crete and Cyprus, Pale Death of the Saracens, and the restorer of Roman might in the Mediterranean.

Oil on cardboard, 33 x 41 cm. The original is for sale, please DM me if interested.

#roman #byzantine #constantinople

The death of Emperor Julian

Vamos!!

you are my favourite notification 😳 Robin Pierson

Ep 290: The Despot, Theodore Laskaris
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Follow Theodore Laskaris as he flees Constantinople, founds a new state in Nicaea and battles rivals to reclaim the Roman throne, including the Turks.

📸Laskaris’ forked beard on his coins (Dumbarton Oaks)

1204-12

Do I make a convincing John Tsimiskes? youtube.com/watch?v=R73vqA… It's the Sea Walls of Constantinople #constantinople #tsimiskes #phokas #istanbul

Robin Pierson

Ep 289: Kaloyan, Tsar of Bulgaria
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With Baldwin and Boniface gone, Bulgarians rampage through Thrace. Tsar Kaloyan eyes Thessalonica, could he be the new Roman Emperor?
📸St.Demetrius Killing Kaloyan. Mosaic: Visoki Dečani Monastery, Kosovo
Period: 1204-07

Ep 288: Boniface, Marquis of Montferrat
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After a tantrum, Boniface becomes King of Thessalonica. He sent his troops to conquer Greece, but the Bulgarians weren't far behind.

📸The Acrocorinth where Leo Sgouros took refuge

Period: 1204-07

Ep 287: Count Baldwin of Flanders and Hainaut
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Latin forces commit to another year, aiming to conquer the entire Roman Empire. Count Baldwin of Flanders becomes Emperor.

📸 Statue of Baldwin I in Mons (capital of Hainault), Belgium

Period: 1204-05

Ep. 286 – Vantage Point
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In 1204, Constantinople fell to the Latins, fracturing the Roman world into 13 states. Inspired by 'Vantage Point', we delve into diverse perspectives post-sack. Beginning with Alexios V Doukas, who escaped before the city's demise

Are you ready for one of the worst popes in history?!
You better be, because his episode is coming out tomorrow!

Had great fun doing this. Check it out!

Ep. 285 - Totalus Rankium
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From Augustus to Constantine XI, Rob and Jamie rank every emperor. It’s a really fun listen, including all the amusing stories I edited out of Byzantine history.

They also rank Presidents. Check it out
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It was a real pleasure to talk about ‘To the City’ with Robin Pierson for his excellent ‘History of Byzantium’ podcast. You can listen to it here: thehistoryofbyzantium.com/2024/02/27/epi…

Brilliant episode of Robin Pierson with Alexander Christie-Miller talking about history of #Istanbul & his new book TO THE CITY

Episode 284 - To The City with Alexander Christie-Miller
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Ex-Times correspondent turned author, Alexander explores Istanbul's evolution. From Wiltshire to Istanbul, his journey captivates. 'To the City' is a riveting read for all visitors.

Lost Roman Heroes Podcast would like to send a special thanks on the eve of our 30th episode to Totalus Rankium Podcast , Robin Pierson and Mike Duncan for inspiring us to create this podcast. You guys rock - thank you for showing us the way!