Closet History Podcast: Recent Episodes
Closet History
In the midst of war one of the greatest modern artefacts is lost. Will curators Anatoly Kuchumov or Alexander Brusov find its resting place, or will it be another casualty of war?
Scipio emerges victorious from Spain and invades Africa. Hannibal is recalled from Italy to defend his homeland. On the plains of Zama, the armies of Rome and Carthage fight in history's ultimate showdown that will determine the future of the Mediterranean world.
Carthage expands her dominions in Iberia, prompting Rome to respond. Hannibal begins an epic trek across Europe and brings the fight to Rome, stunning her with an unprecedented string of victories.
Carthage encounters a new nemesis that proves to be her match: the Senate and People of Rome. A contest rages for over a quarter of a century that changes the Western Mediterranean forever.
The wars with Syracuse reach new heights of violence and intensity. Carthage encounters fresh foes intending to bring destruction to Punic Sicily.
A discussion of Carthaginian maritime ventures covering the realms of commerce, naval operations and voyages of discovery.
An examination of the two most influential institutions of Carthage: its government and religion.
A look at the early settlement of Carthage and an overview of the ancient Mediterranean world in which it was founded.
The origins of the city of Carthage and the beginning of a meteoric rise to power and dominion.
Hannibal runs up against his toughest opponent yet, his abilities are tested and a legacy is created that will last for generations.
Fabius Quintus Maximus employs new tactics in the war against Hannibal. A dangerous game of cat and mouse ensues. A new set of counsels are elected who are determined to rid Hannibal from Italy once and for all.
Hannibal engages Consul Longus near the Trebia. Gnaeus Cornelus Scipio finds success in Barcid Spain. Hannibal is faced with another great obstacle on his path southward.
Hannibal wins his first victory. Consul Scipio is wounded in battle. Tiberius Sempronius Longus endeavors to find a triumph.
Hamilcar's death prompts a change in leadership. Hamilcar's eldest son, Hannibal, takes the reign. Another war with Rome looms on the horizon.
The first installment in a multi-part series about Hannibal, Scipio, the Battle of Cannae and the Punic Wars.