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Ancient History HoundFestivals in ancient Rome: July & AugustIn this episode I get speculative and try to piece together what happened at the Consualia and an infamous event in Rome's early history. Alongside that there's Roman women saving the day, the strange disappearance of Romulus and more. You can find me here. If you can review or recommend that would be great, feel free to use those links (or email me at ancientblogger@hotmail.com) to say hi!
2026-06-2223 min
Ancient History HoundHannibal: surprise, Celts and not besieging RomeIn this episode I get into a famous event and a famous non-event. Did Hannibal really take Rome by surprise by crossing the Alps and why didn't he attack Rome directly after Cannae? I tackle both of these questions whilst throwing in the Celts and army attrition for good measure. Links below but you can find me on most social media platforms as 'ancientblogger' and can email me at ancientblogger@hotmail.com Find me here Feel free to find me and say hi! If you can rate or review please do but more...
2026-05-0417 min
Sistory HistoryBONUS EPISODE - Military Matters Part 2 (Q&A on the Ancient Roman Army)Welcome to part 2 of Military Matters - our Roman army Q&A with special guest Neil from the Ancient History Hound podcast. This time we´re launching into the realities of battle. The importance of weaponry, logistics and psychological warfare, plus an interesting consideration of how the Romans might have approached mental health and the impact of combat.Thanks to everyone who submitted questions - Neil had a ball researching them and we loved listening to his answers... We hope you enjoy the episode. Neil is the creator and h...
2026-04-2229 minSistory HistoryBONUS EPISODE - Military Matters Part 1 (Q&A on the Ancient Roman army)Welcome to part 1 of Military Matters - a Q&A with special guest Neil from the Ancient History Hound podcast, focused on the Ancient Roman military and army life. In this episode we cover army ranks, the role of women, kit, rations, camp nightlife and much more besides. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions - if you don´t hear yours in this episode then be sure to tune in for the next. For now though, sit back and relax as Neil regales us with tales of bakeries, bees and bathhouses...
2026-04-1530 min
Ancient History HoundSparta in the Spotlight. Part IIIn this episode I look at how the Spartan soldier fared in battle. What advantages had they been given through the agoge and syssitia? What was hoplite battle like and how good were the Spartans? I also look at a couple of Plutarch's sayings about the Spartans in the context of war and weigh up whether they were just a later invention or if there was something more to them. Find me on X, Instagram, Bluesky and TikTok as ancientblogger (see links below). There's my AncientBlogger YouTube channel and the Ancient History Hound subreddit. Come say hello...
2026-03-2730 min
Ancient History HoundSparta in the Spotlight. Part ISparta, what do we know about it exactly and what's been exaggerated, or just made up? In the first of three episodes I look at the education system (agoge), communal mess (syssitia) and get into the Krypteia (not literally though). What do the sources say about these and how do they differ from ways they are sometimes depicted? In addition to all of this I have a quick overview of the sources which have their part to play and get into a few anecdotes. Find me on X, Instagram, Bluesky and TikTok as ancientblogger (see li...
2026-02-2435 min
Ancient History Hound2026 updateTime for a quick update about what to expect in 2026 and when the next episode will drop. Let me know what you think, I'm @ancientblogger on Instagram, X, Bluesky and TikTok. There's also the Ancient History Hound subreddit and AncientBlogger YouTube channel. Or just good old email ancientblogger@hotmail.com Thanks for listening and here's to a 2026 with more ancient history content. Cheers, Neil (and Bodhi).
2026-01-2502 min
Ancient History HoundExploring Place in Regal Rome (Part 2).This is the second of two episodes where I was a guest back in 2024 on the Partial Historians, a fantastic podcast which I suggest you check out. Over two epsiodes we discuss the places in ancient Rome linked to the Regal period, or at least tied to it by the later sources. In the second episode I get into a fruit controversy at the Tullianum, what I think is the most important structure in early Rome, Ostia and more. Thanks again to the Partial Historians for letting me share these episodes. You can find their p...
2025-12-301h 12
Ancient History HoundExploring Place in Regal Rome (Part 1).This is the first of two episodes where I was a guest back in 2024 on the Partial Historians, a fantastic podcast which I suggest you check out. Over two epsiodes we discuss the places in ancient Rome linked to the Regal period, or at least tied to it by the later sources. In the first episode it's time to consider the strategic position of Rome, some of the hills, the Tiber, Pomerium and much more. Plenty of tangents ensued which were all my fault as you will hear. Dr G and Dr Rad were fab hosts and I...
2025-12-151h 23
Podcasting Amplified: Podcasting for Business Growth and MarketingThe Keys To Building a Thriving, Loyal Podcast AudienceMost niche topic podcasts struggle to grow beyond a small circle of listeners - but this podcaster has done something different. In this episode I'm joined by Neil Cozzi, host of Ancient History Hound. He's been podcasting for eight years and has grown a loyal following of history enthusiasts. Neil's collected over 200 reviews on Spotify alone and has a subreddit dedicated to his podcast with over 4,000 subscribers. He shares the strategies that he's used to grow his niche interest podcast and how he's able to make every episode a high-quality, well-researched experience. In t...
2025-10-1436 min
Podcast Archives - The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladiesExploring Place in Regal Rome with Neil, The Ancient Blogger - Part 1
We are thrilled to sit down with Neil, The Ancient Blogger and host of the Ancient History Hound podcast to explore space and place in the Roman regal period.
Neil, or ancientblogger as he’s more commonly known, studied ancient history at degree level and then completed an MA in Classical Civilisation. Though he has a full time job he spends most of his time creating content on Instagram, X, YouTube and TikTok – just search for ancientblogger. He also has a website ancientblogger.com and several years ago started what is now the Ancient History Hound podcast, where...
2024-04-251h 19Special Episodes Archives - The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladiesExploring Place in Regal Rome with Neil, The Ancient Blogger - Part 1
We are thrilled to sit down with Neil, The Ancient Blogger and host of the Ancient History Hound podcast to explore space and place in the Roman regal period.
Neil, or ancientblogger as he’s more commonly known, studied ancient history at degree level and then completed an MA in Classical Civilisation. Though he has a full time job he spends most of his time creating content on Instagram, X, YouTube and TikTok – just search for ancientblogger. He also has a website ancientblogger.com and several years ago started what is now the Ancient History Hound podcast, where...
2024-04-251h 19
The Partial HistoriansExploring Place in Regal Rome with Neil, The Ancient Blogger - Part 1We are thrilled to sit down with Neil, The Ancient Blogger and host of the Ancient History Hound podcast to explore space and place in the Roman regal period. Neil, or ancientblogger as he's more commonly known, studied ancient history at degree level and then completed an MA in Classical Civilisation. Though he has a full time job he spends most of his time creating content on Instagram, X, YouTube and TikTok – just search for ancientblogger. He also has a website ancientblogger.com and several years ago started what is now the Ancient History Hound podcast, where he...
2024-04-251h 19
The Delicious LegacyEpisode Swap! The Haloa Festival of Ancient AthensHello!This is a short bonus episode where I swapped with Ancient History Hound which is one of the first podcasts and friends on ancient Greek/ Roman history that I've been listening to since I started.He tells us all about an Ancient Athenian Winter Festival - The Haloa. One of many, celebrated the goddess Demeter and in was happening during or around or month December/January.He's website is : https://ancientblogger.com/ Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ancient-history-hound/id1281030015 He is on Tw...
2023-12-0619 min
Ancient History HoundPiracy in Ancient Greece.How did piracy feature in ancient Greece? What was it and how did the Greeks respond? In this episode I give an overview from Homer through to the Hellenistic. Why not give it a listen and a review? Don't forget to head on over to www.ancientblogger.com for the episode notes! Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
2022-07-3135 min
Ancient History HoundSappho's Ode to AphroditeIn this mini episode I pick out some themes from Sappho's famous poem. But that's not all - I also include a performance of it in ancient Greek courtesy of Seikilo. For more info, a reading list, more about Seikilo and transcription of the episode head over to www.ancientblogger.com - as you'll hear it's had a bit of an overhaul. If you can review or send feedback my way I'd be grateful. More importantly, keep safe and thanks for listening. Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
2022-07-0215 min
Ancient History HoundThe Oracle of DodonaOver the course of 400 years people travelled to the Oracle of Dodona and asked questions. Some of these have survived and give an fascinating insight into what the people of ancient Greece were thinking. In this episode I take you through the history and background of the oracle before getting stuck into those questions. Perhaps less pig theft but certainly job and relationship advice. I reckon there's a few which are relevant today. Full episode notes and a transcription is available at www.ancientblogger.com I've also swapped promos with the Ancient Office Hours podcast...
2022-06-0426 min
Ancient History HoundThe Second Punic War. Cannae.Time for the big one. Cannae is one of the most famous battles of antiquity. Not only did Rome suffer a crushing defeat but the tactics behind the victory have been studied by generals and military tacticians ever since. In this episode I discuss what happened in the lead up to it, trust me there's a drama at every turn. From dictators to deceptive cattle. Then there's the battle itself which I try to unpack to see how each side approached it and what tactics were used. Aside from the brutality and bloodshed there's a lot to g...
2022-04-2339 min
Ancient History HoundThe Second Punic War. TrasimeneThe focus on Trasimene is often largely about the events of the day, but what is as interesting are the events leading up to it. What choices did Hannibal have and how did Rome try to anticipate him? As well as the battle I discuss the details and events leading up to the battle. A transcription and episode notes (with maps etc) can be found on www.ancientblogger.com Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
2022-02-2732 min
Ancient History HoundThe Second Punic War. Trebia.The opening battle of the Second Punic War was to set the trend in many ways and anticipate much of what was to come. But how did it come about? Who were the figures involved, how did the conditions come into play and what exactly happened? In this episode I try to unpick the basics and some more detailed aspects. Full transcript and episode notes at ancientblogger.com. If you can rate or review please do - it really helps. Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
2022-01-2535 min
Ancient History HoundSex and Sexuality in ancient Rome with LJ TraffordIt's time to welcome LJ Trafford back onto the podcast and talk about her new book, Sex and Sexuality in Ancient Rome. We discuss a number of topics, from homosexuality through to what the sexual expectations were of the time. What did the Romans view as acceptable and what was considered shameful? Obviously the content here is adult so please bear that it mind. If the platform you are listening on allows a review then why not? It really helps! Find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as well as the podcast (@HoundAncient). There's also...
2021-11-3058 min
Ancient History HoundFantasy Dinner Guests with Helen McVeighEver play the "who would you invite to a dinner party" game? Well, here is the ancient history and myth version. Joining me for the first episode is Helen McVeigh and we run through her 6 picks. You can find episode notes at ancientblogger.com which will include anything we have mentioned in the show (including Helen's book recommendations). Please rate and review if you can. FYI we do mention sexual violence (as per Greek myth). Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
2021-11-121h 08
Ancient History HoundNight of the Livy Dead 3. Ghosts.It's Halloween so time for the third NOTLD episode. In this episode I talk about hauntings and instances of ghosts in Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome. From festivals aiming to placate them through to reports of hauntings and even ways to counter a ghost. There's even a very dangerous trick with a walnut. Episode notes at www.ancientblogger.com. Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2020-10-2447 min
Ancient History HoundThe Ancient OlympicsIn this Olympic length episode I discuss the origin of the games and how both they and the site developed over time. I'll also be picking up the wider aspects of it all from politics to nudity and even foul play. Episode notes at www.ancientblogger.com Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2020-09-051h 03
The Hellenistic Age Podcast049: Barbarians of the Black Sea - The Galatians & Odrysian ThraceIn this episode, we will be looking at two regions of Asia Minor and the Black Sea: the first is Galatia, home to the descendants of the Celtic tribes who marauded their way through Greece before being settled in central Anatolia, remaining an enclave of Celtic culture while serving as mercenaries (and foes) to the Hellenistic kingdoms. The second is the Odrysian Kingdom of Thrace, a formerly powerful entity along the Bosporus which, underneath the reign of the ambitious King Seuthes III (~330 – 300/295), would attempt to restore their previous greatness during the Wars of the Diadochi. Using these two case studies, we...
2020-08-1735 min
Ancient History HoundMountains in Myth.In this episode I discuss four mountains which featured in ancient Greece. How did they feature in the local myths? What happened on them? I cover this as well as the more obscure mountain associations, from bizarre marital advice, singing competitions to very bad family cooking. Notes to the episode can be found at www.ancientblogger.com Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental) Modified picture courtesy of https://theblogofdimi.com/
2020-07-2741 min
Ancient History HoundEclipses in AntiquityIt's time to turn my attention to the references made to eclipses in antiquity. They appear in palace records, poems and historical writings and across the Mediterranean (including Mesopotamia). How where they understood? What rituals were observed and how can they be used to date and locate an event? Join me to find out more. Notes to the episode can also be found at ancientblogger.com Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2020-06-2742 min
Ancient History HoundOstracism, a very tall woman and tyrants.In this podcast I look at the oddity that was ostracism in Ancient Athens. Why was it needed? What did it aim to do? There's also a brief chat about tyrants and which includes an instance which Herodotus calls the silliest trick in history. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-08-1431 min
Ancient History HoundWish you weren't here: The Sicilian Expedition.To what extent does Thucydides alter and tweak his account of the Athenian disaster? In this episode I look at some of the arguments which suggest Thucydides amended and changed his account to align with his views through subtle and none-too-subtle techniques. I also point out why Nicias would be an ideal guest at a poker night. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-06-2830 min
Ancient History HoundMarius and Me: marching in Roman armourOn the back of a 5km march in Roman armour for the Rise UK charity (here's my JustGiving) I look at marching in the Roman empire including some fancy stats and how the reforms of Marius affected the legionary in this respect. Want to know how many Mars bars a legionary would work off? Who was Marius' favourite X-Men character? The important questions finally covered... Steve Kaye's fine work can be found here. You might also want to refer to my website article with some of the figures (here). Feel free to find me on...
2018-06-0315 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 8. We got there in the end.A weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the final epsiode I go over what happened during the sack of Troy, why the wooden horse makes sense and how not to exit a wooden horse if you ever find yourself in one. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-04-1418 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 7. Mr Ed or just Mr Dead.A weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the seventh epsiode I unwrap the dialogue between Priam and Achilles, what the chariots did and wonder where the talking horse got to. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-04-0408 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 6. Taxi for Hector.A weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the sixth epsiode I consider whether we can date Patroclus' death, why Penthesilea would have terrified Hitler had she been on the moon and the big showdown between Achilles and Hector. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-03-2711 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 5. "Uncle Owen? Aunt Beru??"A weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the fifth epsiode I examine the themes of infanticide, jumping off cliffs with Aphrodite and negotiating with Achilles. For obvious reasons Mean Girls gets a mention too. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as I'll be following each episode live. Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-03-2010 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 4. Ant Men and Beach BoysA weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the fourth epsiode I consider a couple of interesting details from Homer's depiction of the duel between Paris and Menelaus, how to annoy Myrmidons and that kiss. I also possibly annoy you with a question. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as I'll be following each episode live… Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-03-1313 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 3. That poor dogA weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the third epsiode I talk about Helen's wedding and why you should always wash your hands after a siege Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as I'll be following each episode live... Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-03-0509 min
The History of Ancient Greece071 Love, Sex, and ProstitutionIn this episode, we discuss Greek love and sexuality by examining the formal social institution known as pederasty; the various theories of love as described by Plato (through various speakers) in his treatise, the Symposion; the various methods in which Athenian males (and non-citizen women) were able to have sex; the depiction of nudity and genitalia in art and masturbation; the various types of female and male prostitutes; pictorial and medical evidence for the daily life of prostitutes and philosophical and comedic representation of prostitution; and the lives of several famous hetairai (Rhodopis, Thargelia, Aspasia, Phryne, and Neaira)
2018-03-051h 23
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 2. Perhaps tell the bride..A weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the second epsiode I consider those awkward reality TV wedding show moments, how many Greeks and Trojans really got the point and shower you with puns. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as I'll be following each episode live #TroyFallofaCity Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
2018-02-2709 min
Ancient History HoundTroy Fall of a City, Episode 1: Backsides and backstoriesA weekly recap of some pointers from Troy, Fall of a City. In the first epsiode I consider the difficulty in transferring oral myth to the screen, large flightless birds and a bad pun I came up with. Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger) as I'll be following each episode live #TroyFallofaCity
2018-02-1807 min
Ancient History HoundBees BCIn this episode I look at the origins of beekeeping, from the developed industry of the Egyptians and Hittites through to what the hive meant to the Romans and Greeks. You can find me here https://linktr.ee/ancientblogger
2017-09-0725 min