Alexander the Great
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- Oct 12, 2026
About the podcast
Hello, welcome to my podcast about Alexander the Great.
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Ι am Michalis, together we are going to analyse the life of Alexander the Great. We have a ton to talk about, at the age of 30 Alexander had conquered 2/3 of the known world. He had the equally great Aristotle as a tutor, he was born in Pella, that is, was and forever be Greek. I hope to put out an episode every two or three weeks.If you have any questions or suggestions i would love to hear from you.
Episodes 53
52. The battle of Jhelum (Hydaspes)
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51. India
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50. The end of Callisthenes
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49. Roxanne
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48. The murdering of Cleitus
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47. Bessus
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46. The Philotas conspirecy
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45. Hunting Bessus
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44. The burning of Persepolis and the death of Darius
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43. The Uxians and getting to Persepolis
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42. Babylon
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41. The battle of Gaugamela
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40. Alexandria
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39. The Siwa Oasis
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38. Alexander the Pharaoh
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I received a text at some point in the episode, if you point out the moment this happened, I will say anything you want on the next episode.
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36. Its on like Donkey Kong
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35. He too is Alexander
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34. The battle of Issus
Send us Fan MailThe year is 333 BC and Alexander is ready to face the Persians for a second time.Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/eloudianos/Support the show
33. A dip in ice
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32. Gordion
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31. Touring Asia Minor
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore Alexander’s movements after the conquest of Halicarnassus. We dive into fascinating stories like the cunning capture of Hyparna, conspiracies against the Macedonian …
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In this episode, we explore Alexander’s movements after the conquest of Halicarnassus. We dive into fascinating stories like the cunning capture of Hyparna, conspiracies against the Macedonian king, and a tale of betrayal that marked Alexander’s transformation. Plus, learn about the origins of the word assassin, inspired by ancient tactics and a notorious Persian mission. From divine winds aiding his journey to fierce battles with mountain bandits, this episode is packed with intrigue and history.
Today I Found Out: Where Did the Word Assassin Come From?
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Send us Fan MailWe follow Alexander and his men as they press forward to Halicarnassus. We’ll see Alexander face new challenges, daring night attacks, and some unexpected decisions that reveal a lot about his …
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We follow Alexander and his men as they press forward to Halicarnassus. We’ll see Alexander face new challenges, daring night attacks, and some unexpected decisions that reveal a lot about his strategy and even a bit about his personality.
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Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode we’ll explore how Alexander dealt with the aftermath of his first major Persian victory, including a little gift for his mummy, and the shifting political dynamics back in …
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In today’s episode we’ll explore how Alexander dealt with the aftermath of his first major Persian victory, including a little gift for his mummy, and the shifting political dynamics back in Macedonia. We’ll also look at his strategic decisions in Asia Minor. Join us as we unpack Alexander’s diplomatic and military genius in the first steps of his legendary conquest.
Instagram:28. Battle on the Granicus
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Finally, after 27, not so long episodes, we have the first official battle of Alexander against the Persians.
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“The Displeasure of Seleucid” Cavafy
https://cavafy.onassis.org/object/the-displeasure-of-the-seleucid/
Alexandrian Kings
https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/alexandrian-kings
Demetrius Soter
https://cavafy.onassis.org/object/demetrius-soter/
In Sparta
https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/in-sparta
Thermopylae
https://hellopoetry.com/poem/16474/thermopylae/
Come, O King of the Lacedaimonians
https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/come-o-king-of-the-lacedaimonians
Dimitris Liantinis take on the poem.
27. Going to Asia
Send us Fan MailAlexander finally makes his way to Asia. I talk a little about the lovely story of Leander and Hero also i say a few words about the relationship Alexander and Hephaestion had …
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Alexander finally makes his way to Asia. I talk a little about the lovely story of Leander and Hero also i say a few words about the relationship Alexander and Hephaestion had.
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24. Alexander ventures North
Send us Fan MailWe are in 336. Alexander travels too Delphi to ask Pythia how his Persian campaign will go. Afterwards, he will head north to avenge some of his father's …
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We are in 336. Alexander travels too Delphi to ask Pythia how his Persian campaign will go.
Afterwards, he will head north to avenge some of his father's defeats.
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