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Part One (.5): Philip V

August 11, 2025 • 104 mins

There’s been a conspiracy… in Macedon! Ever wonder what it would look like if Dustin got WAY out of control while researching? This episode. We’re traveling back in time and doing a deep dive on the “Conspiracy of Apelles” in 218. In today’s episode we have court intrigue, Aratus of Sicyon, biased sources, and Meredith investing in a cattle prod the next time Dustin pulls something like this. Come witness the dumbest rivalry in anc...

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Part One: Philip V

July 24, 2025 • 106 mins

Rule number one: When the Aetolians agree to a peace treaty, it means they are getting ready to declare war again. In other news, the scion of the House of Antigonos has appeared, on whom the fate of Macedon rests! And all he has to do is not to make friends with the wrong people. Come hear the tale of Philip V!

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Mini (?)- Sode: First and Second Punic Wars

July 10, 2025 • 52 mins

A not so "mini" minisode! As we continue to prep for Philip V, let's learn about the first and second Punic Wars! Did Rome bully Carthage? Was Hannibal a dumb-dumb with his Dumbo's? Did Dustin ever turn the ringer off on his phone? Find out today!

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Mini-Sode: Demetrius the Fair

June 26, 2025 • 16 mins

Here's a little snack from something we cut from Antigonus III Doson's episode.

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Antigonus III Doson

June 19, 2025 • 105 mins

Macedon runs on Doson! In today’s episode, the role of Meredith is played by Roberto from Tsar Power! Sparta tries to not be lame with limited success. The Achaeans less so. And learn how to be competent with your continence.

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Demetrius II Aetolicus

May 8, 2025 • 78 mins

It’s not Demetrius II’s fault that his dad handed him a time bomb. It’s not his fault we can’t figure out which cousin he married. It’s not his fault! But it IS his episode!

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Aristotle/Alexander with Alex Lyras

April 24, 2025 • 42 mins

We are thrilled to welcome back actor, writer, and producer Alex Lyras and discuss the second production of his play, "Aristotle/Alexander." Want to hear discussions of ancient and modern political thought? Maybe even philosophical shenanigans? If the answer to even one of those questions is "yes," then this episode is for you!

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Part Three: Antigonos II Gonatas

April 10, 2025 • 83 mins

It's curtains for old Antigonos Gonatas in his finale episode. Meredith's jet lag leads to interesting new historical takes such as can the Ptlomey dynasty swim? A general gets some digestive issues and so much more!

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Part Two: Antigonos II Gonatas

March 14, 2025 • 74 mins

Antigonos Gonatas plays all the hits you’ve heard before: kings abandoned by armies, uncomfortable marriages, and Athens and Sparta being stupid. Oh and an elephant plays with a baby (no one dies… promise).

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Part One: Antigonos II Gonatas

February 22, 2025 • 83 mins

Is he our new “best boy?” Is he the “hardest working boy?” Did Dustin lose friends along the way? Is our cat a domestic terrorist? (Yes) Check out part 1 of Antigonos II Gonatas!

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Join Us on Patreon

February 13, 2025 • 3 mins

Meredith has overcome her fears of technology and we are excited to announce our Patreon is up and running! We appreciate everyone's continued support on this journey!

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Part Three: Pyrrhus of Epirus

February 6, 2025 • 61 mins

Welcome to the finale! When Pyrrhus sets his mind to something, he sticks to it… until he sees something shiny and declares war on it! Oh, and today we cut people in half, the baby elephant DOES appear, and frisbee claims another victim (seriously)!

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Part Two: Pyrrhus of Epirus

January 27, 2025 • 76 mins

Pyrrhus got bored. Pyrrhus went to Italy. People died. Pyrrhus got bored. Pyrrhus went to Sicily. People died. And a baby elephant searches for mommy. It’s part two of Pyrrhus of Epirus!

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Part One: Pyrrhus of Epirus

January 9, 2025 • 92 mins

The dry spell is over! And Pyrrhus is bringing the rain, even if he’s raining fire! We’ve got love, war, adventures while babysitting, and poop… this story features poop. It’s part 1 of Pyrrhus, king of Epirus (and Macedon)!

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Antipater II Etesias

December 19, 2024 • 28 mins

Meredith and Dustin debated what to say in this blurb, longer than Antipater II Etesias may have sat on the throne.

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Meleager

December 6, 2024 • 31 mins

Thanksgiving might be over, but check out this turkey...or guinea fowl! Turns out that being born into a royal family doesn't always guarantee success!

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Part Two: Ptolemy Keraunos

November 21, 2024 • 45 mins

Remember the puppy with the flamethrower looking for a home that he could burn down? Well he’s all grown up, found a place to call home, and he still has the flamethrower. Everything in Macedon is just fine… Hi, Ptolemy Keraunos!

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Part One: Ptolemy Keraunos

November 7, 2024 • 59 mins

Imagine a puppy. Now give it a flame thrower. Now kick the puppy out into the cold night and tell it that anything flammable is the reason it has no family. That is Ptolemy Keraunos. Have a nice day.

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Patreon Preview: Alexander The Great (2004)

October 24, 2024 • 66 mins

Approaching the kick off of season two, we wanted to give you a preview of our soon to be launch patreon offerings! Join us for Hysterically Accurate, where two people with history degrees watch historical films and try not to lose their minds!