Curated Video
King Hostilius was... exactly what his name sounds like
The third king of Rome, Tullus Hostilius, was, as his name suggests, hostile. Even more hostile than Mr. “hide your kids hide your wives” Romulus. He ripped his enemies apart with chariots, and conquered and/or destroyed Alba Longa, sort...
Curated Video
The First Roman Hero was a Trojan
So Romulus is the traditional founder of Rome, but the Romans traced their history back even further. In the Iliad, Aeneas is a minor character, one of the dozens of princes of Troy, but in Roman mythology he went on to lead his family...
Curated Video
Servius Tullius: Too Woke for Rome
Servius Tullius, sixth king of Rome, has a lot of conflicting stories about his background. His mother was a captured Latin princess, his father was maybe a mercenary, or was he a god? So easy to get the two mixed up. Anyway things were...
Jack Rackam
Romulus: Founder of Rome and All-Around Scumbag
Romulus is the man credited with founding Rome - he and his brother Remus were descendants of Mars the god of War and Venus the goddess of love. The two boys were raised by a wolf and then they decided to make a city, but couldn’t agree...
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The Lobbyist King
Roman king #5! Lucius Tarquinus Priscus was an Etruscan man whose hometown wouldn’t let the children of immigrants run for office so he moved to Rome because he’s rich. Priscus was a close friend of King #4 and managed to lobby his way...
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My Favorite Lie about Rome
King Ancus Marcius was said to have been as warlike as Romulus and as peace-loving and pious as King Numa. Sure, that makes sense. He definitely did more religious rituals than his predecessor, considering the latter got smited with...
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King Numa was Built Different
It’s said the Romans were descended from Mars and Venus, and if Romulus was the aspect of Mars personified, then Rome’s second king Numa was the aspect of Venus. Where Romulus spent his days abducting women and waging war, Numa lived a...
Jabzy
When did People stop using Hieroglyphics or Worshipping Zeus? Who were the Last Ancient People?
When did People stop using Hieroglyphics or Worshipping Zeus? Who were the Last Ancient People?
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Dragons: The History & Origin Stories You Were Never Told
Today we take a look at the dragons, the history behind these mythical monsters and how their appearance and significance has changed over time.
Two Minute Music Theory
Music and Mythology, Education, and Theory (Greece, Part 2) - Music In History
It's hard to separate the study of Greek music into different categories since they were all so interconnected...but we're going to try! Today's Episode features research and commentary from Dr. Emily Williams Burch, who joins me to talk...
Hip Hughes History
The "National" Drinking Age Explained
Should the US Lower it's drinking age? Why is the drinking age 21? Explore the history of the drinking age in US History. Perfect for APGOV students, lifelong learners and the cray cray on the internet.
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Hera - The Queen of Olympus | Greek Mythology Explained
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the story of the queen of Olympus herself, Hera! We take a look at the domains and worship surrounding Hera, as well as the many stories she appears in. The story of how she married Zeus, her...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Many Faces of Medusa - Monster, Victim or Protector? (Greek Mythology Explained)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the stories behind Greek mythology's most iconic monster, Medusa
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Children of Loki | A Tale of Neglect, Fear and Prophecy
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the various legends and stories surrounding the children of Loki
NASA
NASA in Silicon Valley: NASA in Silicon Valley Live - Moon 2024: Countdown to Arrival
In this episode streamed on June 19, 2019, we talk about our plans to land astronauts on the Moon by 2024 and how exploring the Moon will help us prepare to send humans to Mars.
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Amazons - The Most Feared Warrior Women of Greek Mythology (Greek Mythology Explained)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the Greek legend of the Amazons
Mythology & Fiction Explained
How Zeus Became King of the gods!
Mythology & Fiction Explained covers the story of how Zeus became king of the gods in 60 seconds.
NASA
The Invisible Network: 07. Hunter-Gatherer | NASA's The Invisible Network Podcast
In recent years, NASA has renewed its focus on the Moon. Soon, we will look up at the Moon and rediscover a magic first experienced in 1969. It’s a magic that will flow through networks more sophisticated than ever before — an...
Easy Languages
Your Favorite Ancient Greek Myth | Easy Greek 60
Your Favorite Ancient Greek Myth | Easy Greek 60 Easy Greek is a project to help you learn Greek in an authentic and fun way. We interview people in the streets of Athens and other places in Greece. All our videos have subtitles in Greek...
Curated Video
Statue of Liberty: A French Peace Offering
A symbol of freedom and democracy, the Statue of Liberty has been welcoming immigrants and visitors to New York Harbour since 1875. But the story behind this gift from a European ally is filled with drama!
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Sad & Strange Stories of Zeus's Lovers - (Greek Mythology Explained)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the various legends and folklore surrounding the Christmas festivites