Hamil

History of Sparta

Society EN ↓ 4 episodes

This podcast will chronicle the full story of the ancient Spartans, from the initial Dorian settlement, reforms of Lycurgus, Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, to the state's decline under the Roman boot.

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Hamil

Episodes

4: The Persian Colossus Draws Near (Pt.1) 22.05.2026 13:00

This episode explores the evolving geopolitical scene in the mid-6th century BC. We’ll get a brief update from the Spartans, who are slowly consolidating power in Greece, as another power sweeps across Asia Minor. Cyrus, the Persian King of Kings, makes his debut. Sound effects: Pixabay Music: Clash Defiant, Drums of the Deep Both songs are by Kevin MacLeod, whose music can be found at: https://in...

3: Inside Sparta's Government & Education System 09.05.2026 8:52

In this episode we’ll cover the brutal agoge education system that starved and beat boys into warriors, and the makeup of Sparta's government which oversaw one of history's most unequal societies. I could not have done this episode without the work of Paul Cartledge, the leading Spartan expert, and his book: The Spartans. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta

2: Lycurgus and the War That Made Sparta 02.04.2026 11:17

This episode will explore the semi-mythic Lycurgus and the Second Messenian War, spanning the period of 685-650 BC. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta

1: The Dawn of Sparta: Dorian Settlement & Origins of a Warrior State 10.02.2019 5:58

Please leave a comment and review to help grow the podcast. This episode will cover the initial Dorian settlement. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta