Herodotus Talk is your gateway to the stories that shaped our world. Inspired by the spirit of history’s first great storyteller, this podcast dives deep into the people, events, and ideas of the past. From ancient empires and legendary figures to forgotten moments, each episode brings the past to life through engaging storytelling and thoughtful analysis.Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about how yesterday connects to today, Herodotus Talk invites you to explore the drama, intrigue, and lessons of history.
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Booking probability
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Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchHerodotus Talk is your gateway to the stories that shaped our world. Inspired by the spirit of history’s first great storyteller, this podcast dives deep into the people, events, and ideas of the past. From ancient empires and legendary figures to forgotten moments, each episode brings the past to life through engaging storytelling and thoughtful analysis.
Herodotus Talk is hosted by Nathan Thomas. The show has published 10 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Molasses flood of 1919" (18 October 2026, 5 minutes), "The Anglo Zanzibar War" (4 October 2026, 8 minutes), and "The Alaska Purchase" (14 September 2026, 7 minutes).
Herodotus Talk publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 7 minutes across 10 episodes.
Booking probability for Herodotus Talk is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Herodotus Talk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Herodotus Talk's contact route on record: public web form.
Nathan Thomas hosts Herodotus Talk, a history podcast with 10 episodes published.
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Episode #10
On January 15, 1919, a massive storage tank burst in Boston's North End, sending over two million gallons of molasses rushing through the streets. The disaster killed 21 people, injured around 150 others, and raised...
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In 1896, Britain and Zanzibar fought what is often called the shortest war in recorded history. Lasting less than an hour, the conflict ended almost as quickly as it began. In this episode of The Herodotus Talk , we...
Episode #8
In 1867, the United States bought Alaska from Russia for just $7.2 million. But why did Russia sell such a massive territory, why did America want it, and how did Alaska end up being sold for so little? In this episode...
Episode #7
Coffee is everywhere today—but its journey to becoming one of the world’s most popular drinks was anything but simple. In this episode of The Herodotus Talk , we trace coffee from its early history in Ethiopia and Yemen...
Episode #6
In this episode of The Herodotus Talk , Nathan Thomas explores the fascinating history of the printing press, from the early movable type developed in China and Korea to Johannes Gutenberg's revolutionary mechanized...
Episode #6
<p>In this episode of The Herodotus Talk, Nathan Thomas explores the fascinating history of the printing press, from the early movable type developed in China and Korea to Johannes Gutenberg's revolutionary mechanized...
Episode #5
<p>The Olympics are now a global sporting event, but they began as a religious festival in ancient Greece. This episode, traces the Games from Olympia and the worship of Zeus to their modern revival, exploring how the...
Episode #5
The Olympics are now a global sporting event, but they began as a religious festival in ancient Greece. This episode, traces the Games from Olympia and the worship of Zeus to their modern revival, exploring how the...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we trace the history of pizza from the streets of Naples to tables around the world. We’ll look at how pizza began as a cheap food for workers, how Italian unification and migration...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we explore the Black Death, one of the deadliest pandemics in history. Starting with the trade networks of Genoa and the wider Old World, we look at how plague spread, how people in...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode of Herodotus Talk, we head to 1066, where a succession crisis pushed England into one of the most important battles in its history. We’ll cover William of Normandy’s claim to the throne, Harold...
Episode #1
<p>Two titans of the Hellenic world collide, as Athens and Sparta descend into a war that will reshape the ancient world.</p>
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