Shows
Saturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Timurids and the OttomansToday we examine the impact the Timurids had on our story of Byzantine history.
2022-02-0819 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesRise of the OttomansIn today's lecture, we take a look at a new player in the Byzantine theatre, the Ottoman Turks.
2022-01-2919 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesDiscussion on EducationTaking a break from our regularly scheduled programming, I discuss the state of Education in America with my friends Andrew and Steven.
2022-01-2541 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesRetaking ConstantinopleToday we detail the period of time between the sack of Constantinople of 1204 and the reinstatement of the Byzantine Empire in 1261.
2022-01-1338 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBest Books I Read This YearToday we look back at the books we covered on the podcast during 2021.
2022-01-0214 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Fourth CrusadeIn today's lecture, we detail the events of the Fourth Crusade.
2021-12-2026 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Scapegoating of Kyle RittenhouseIn my first video essay, I provide my thoughts in the aftermath of the Rittenhouse trial.
2021-12-1709 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesDid Manuel Komnenos Have a Drama Free Zone?In today's lecture we examine the reign of Manuel Komnenos and find out if his time on the throne was drama free.
2021-12-1328 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho Was John Comnenus?In this week's lecture, we take a look at the reign of John Comnenus, the son of Alexios.
2021-12-0127 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Battle of ManzikertIn today's lecture we go over the events leading up to the battle of Manzikert, the battle itself, and what the results mean going forward for the Byzantines.
2021-11-1318 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was Alexois Comnenus?In our first lecture back from break, we discuss the remarkable reign of Alexios Comnenus.
2021-11-0744 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesReturn of the WrenJust a short video announcing my return to our Byzantine history series!
2021-10-3006 min
Saturdays are for the ByzantinesGolden Age of Byzantine History - Part 2In today's lecture, we focus on the reign of Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer. Basil was the longest reigning emperor going all the way back to Augustus.
2021-07-0524 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was St John of Damascus/IconoclasmToday we look into the background of St. John of Damascus, as well as his writings on iconoclasm.
2021-06-2421 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesGolden Age of Byzantine History - Part IIn this week's lecture, we discuss the golden age of Byzantine history beginning roughly in 963 until the reign of Basil II.
2021-06-1937 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesByzantine Reconstruction, 717-843This week's lecture focuses on the period of Byzantine reconstruction from 717-843. We begin discussing Iconoclasm as a heresy and examine the interesting reign of Irene.
2021-06-0434 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesByzantine Contraction, 641-717In today's lecture, we analyze the period of Byzantine contraction from 641-717, focusing on the reign of Constans II, the Thematic reforms, and the chaos following the reign of Constantine IV.
2021-05-2440 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesSome Byzantine CultureToday we go over some religious and linguistic things from the time period we are covering. Enjoy!
2021-05-2021 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Origins of IslamIn today's lecture, I guess you could say, we discuss the origins of Islam and the early expansion of the Islamic state. Apologies for the poor audio quality, I did not realize my microphone was not connected to GarageBand, so the audio is coming from my computer microphone. The audio will be back to the regular quality in the next episode.
2021-05-1736 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Beginning of the EndHeraclius' status as a tragic hero is analyzed in today's lecture, provided the professor can stop sneezing enough to talk.Here is a link to the documentary I mention during the lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iKaySkQZjo&t=38s
2021-05-0936 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWhat is Oriental Orthodoxy?Today we analyze the Miaphysite heresy and how it caused a split between the Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches.
2021-05-0636 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesByzantine Palace IntrigueIn today's lecture we examine the somewhat rapid transition between several Byzantine emperors, several of which resulted from mutiny and rebellions.Here is the Treadgold text I use: https://www.amazon.com/Concise-History-Byzantium-Warren-Treadgold/dp/1352009870/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=concise+history+of+byzantium&qid=1619919925&sr=8-3
2021-05-0236 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWhat is Justinian's Legacy?In today's lecture, roughly speaking, we take a look at Justinian's Corpus Juris Civilis, some of his building projects, and what Justinian's legacy is.
2021-04-2536 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho were the Slavs?Today we take a look at some early references to the Slavic peoples, roughly where they came from, and we talk about some aspects of different groups' language and religion.
2021-04-2236 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Wars of Justinian: Part 3In today's lecture, I guess you could say, we analyze the Gothic resurgence and the Byzantine's response to it as we wrap up the Gothic Wars. I also want to issue a correction here: when I refer to the Battle of Taginae, I am actually referring to the Battle of Mons Lactarius. I wrote down the wrong name in my notes.
2021-04-1836 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWhat is the Liturgy of St. James?Today we take a look at the little known Liturgy of St. James.Here are the two links I reference in the video:Shorter video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOKoJS7ABVc Longer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RX23jIhacC0&t=4s
2021-04-1636 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesMonasticism ExplainedIn today's lecture, I guess you could say, we examine the origins of the monastic tradition and what impact they have on our civilization.
2021-04-1436 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Wars of Justinian: Part 2In today's lecture, roughly speaking, we examine the end of the first part of the Gothic wars. We then preview how the Goths are able to make a revival coming up during the ensuing decade of history. You can get the copy of Justinian's Wars that I am reading at this link:https://www.amazon.com/Wars-Justinian-Hackett-Classics/dp/162466170X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=justinian%27s+wars&qid=1618183135&sr=8-1
2021-04-1236 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWhat happened to pagan Rome?This video is a response to a comment from a viewer, Jay Uno, where we discuss what happened to Hellenistic paganism in the Rome.
2021-04-0636 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesRoman Horse Archers???Today we discuss the development of horse archers in the Byzantine army. When we think of Roman armies, we usually think of Caesar's late Republican legions. However, as time goes on and situations change, the Byzantines change their focus to meet their military needs.
2021-03-3136 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Wars of Justinian: Part IToday's lecture is the first in a multi-part miniseries on the Wars of Justinian. Today we cover the Vandal War and part of the Gothic War, up until the taking of Naples.
2021-03-2836 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesByzantine OriginsIn today's episode we discuss the history of the term "Byzantine", where it comes from, and how it becomes popularized.Check out Admiral Price's channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/AdmiralPrice Check out Eastern Roman History's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGRhKKPf80FgqDS-qStL0WQ
2021-03-2436 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was Justinian?Today we get a primer for Justinian, who will be the subject of the next several lectures.
2021-03-2036 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was Procopius?Today we introduce the historical character Procopius and debate whether he is a historian or a tabloid writer.
2021-03-1936 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesIdentity in the Holy Roman EmpireToday we discuss a viewer's question about how people in the Holy Roman Empire thought about themselves.
2021-03-1736 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesIn Medias ResToday we discuss an interim period between the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the rise of Justinian.
2021-03-1436 min2021-03-1015 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBarbarian Invasion Part 4: FALL OF ROMEIn today's lecture, we discuss the Fall of the Rome and analyze its causes.
2021-03-0736 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesEconomic Boom in Byzantium?Today we analyze the Byzantine economy during the early 6th century and how that impacted the reign of Justinian.
2021-03-0518 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was St. Leo the Great?In this video we take a closer look at who St. Leo the Great was.
2021-03-0336 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBarbarian Invasion Part 3: The HunsToday we analyze the various Hunnic invasions of Rome and if they caused the fall of Rome.
2021-02-2736 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was St. Augustine? City of God explained!Today we take a brief look into St. Augustine's life and examine his great book, City of God.
2021-02-2536 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBarbarian Invasion Part 2: The VandalsIn today's lecture, we analyze the story of the Vandal's invasion of Rome and the establishment of the Vandalic Kingdom.
2021-02-2036 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesWho was St. Jerome?In this episode we take a look at who St. Jerome was.
2021-02-1936 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesMonophysitism explainedToday we discuss another Church heresy from the time period, Monophysitism. This video is the second in our series of short videos to break up the longer lectures from the weekend. I want to set a tentative schedule of Tuesdays and Thursdays for our short videos. I may change it over time, but we will see what happens.
2021-02-1712 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBarbarian Invasion part 1: The VisigothsThis week we analyze the events which resulted in the Visigothic invasion of Italy, culminating in the 410 sack of Rome.
2021-02-1428 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesNestorianism explainedIn this video, we briefly dive into the Nestorian heresy. We discuss its origins, beliefs, and how it was condemned at the Council of Ephesus.
2021-02-1113 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesBarbarian Invasion - the PrecursorIn this episode, we will analyze what caused a number of barbarian tribes to invade/to migrate into the Roman Empire. We will focus heavily on the Huns, and I will make the case as to why the Huns could have caused the Fall of Rome without ever invading the empire.
2021-02-0743 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesTheodosius and St. AmbroseIn this episode we examine the emperor Theodosius and St. Ambrose and how their paths cross.
2021-01-3140 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesThe Battle of AdrianopleThis episode analyzes the events leading up to the Battle of Adrianople and the battle itself.
2021-01-2448 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesJulian the Apostate/Cappadocian FathersWe discuss the brief reign of Julian the Apostate, as well as the Cappadocian Fathers of the Church.
2021-01-1740 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesConstantine's Legacy - Saturdays are for the Byzantines ep. 4In this episode we discuss Constantine's legacy from a religious, military, civil, and familial perspective, as well as the foundation of Constantinople as the capital of the Roman Empire.
2021-01-0938 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesConstantine and Christianity part 2In this episode, we conclude our conversation regarding the Emperor Constantine and Christianity.
2020-12-2729 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesConstantine and Christianity part 1 - Saturdays are for the Byzantines episode 3In this episode, we examine Constantine's relationship with Christianity, namely the Edict of Milan and the Donatist heresy.
2020-12-2030 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesYoung Constantine - Saturdays are for the Byzantines episode 2This episode will examine the rise of the soon to be Emperor Constantine, as well as his epiphany with Christianity.
2020-12-1227 minSaturdays are for the ByzantinesSaturdays are for the Byzantines Episode 1 - Emperor SuperflyEpisode 1 of the podcast series Saturdays are for the Byzantines. In this episode, we discuss the reign of Emperor Diocletian as context for the upcoming reign of Constantine the Great.
2020-12-0743 min