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History of Persia

Trevor Culley and HoPful Media

A podcast dedicated to the history of Persia, and the great empires that ruled there beginning with the Achaemenid Empire of Cyrus the Great and the foundation of an imperial legacy that directly impacted ancient civilizations from Rome to China, and everywhere in between. Join me as we explore the cultures, militaries, religions, successes, and failures of some of the greatest empires of the ancient world.

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172: Meet the Romans (Rome Check 1)

History of Persia ·

2026/10/03

The Roman Republic has finally arrived in our narrative after negotiating with Antiochus the Great on behalf of Ptolemy V. Today we begin our introduction to Rome from their earliest origins to their rise as the masters of central Italy in the 3rd Century BCE.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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171: Syria Five

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2026/09/20

Following his return from Mesopotamia and Arabia, Antiochus the Great was poised to begin a Fifth Syrian War with the goal of conquering Koile Syria. To prepare for this, he would settle Anatolia, fully annex Armenia, and forge a secret alliance with Philip V of Macedon. Then it was time to plunge the eastern Mediterranean back into a storm of conflict that would ultimately bring a new power into the Hellenistic World.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this

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170: Hellenistic Mesopotamia

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2026/09/09

We've had the opportunity to tour the Seleucid Empire under Antiochus the Great as he conquered his way from Syria to the Hindu Kush, and now it's time to discuss both the longstanding imperial core of Babylonia, and their long neglected neighbors in Assyria.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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34:25

169: A New Alexander

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2026/08/17

Following his victory over the Parthian Kingdom, Antiochus III marched against the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom and beyond, tracing the path of Alexander the Great and beyond.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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33:26

168: Xerxes, Arsakes, and Beyond

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2026/07/27

After defeating Achaeus, Antiochus III was quick to continue his reconquest of former Seleucid territory, or at least what he claimed was former Seleucid territory with a siege of Arsomasata and King Xerxes of Sophene. From there, the Seleucid army marched east to confront Arsakes II, the separatist king of Parthia.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

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42:02

167: King Achaeus

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2026/07/02

After the catastrophic Battle of Raphia, Antiochus III turned north and went to face the rebel royal Achaios and retake Anatolia in the aftermath of many surprising alliances.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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32:50

166: Meet the Egyptians

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2026/06/17

Following the Fourth Syrian War, Ptolemy IV Philopator went back to Egypt to enjoy his victory and leave administration to his advisers, at least until native Egyptian revolts brought Egypt's royal party to a screeching halt.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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33:49

165: Syrian War

History of Persia ·

2026/05/27

After defeating Molon and Alexander in the Upper Satrapies, Antiochus III arranged or accepted the assassination of Hermeias before resuming the Fourth Syrian War against Egypt. The Seleucids rise to new heights as they approach the Battle of Raphia.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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164: Frataraka

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2026/05/06

Continuing the grand tour of western Iran, it's time to talk about Hellenistic Persia. The province of Persis was home to a unique set of governors called Frataraka under Seleucid rule who introduced new and exciting trends to the Persian homeland while the Seleucids ran the show.A New Frataraka Chronology by David Engels - https://www.academia.edu/6374300/A_New_Frataraka_Chronology_in_Latomus_72_2013_28_82Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this

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Thoughts on the 2026 Iran War - America: Secret Wars 023

History of Persia ·

2026/04/28

America: Secret Wars Season 2 kicks off with Trevor, Roberto, and Ben discussing current events in the 2026 Iran-Israel-US War. We talked a lot about the foreseeable consequences of the conflict, it's place in history, and a relatively long tangent about Muppets to break up the darkness.The History of Saqartvelo Georgia https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/historysaqartvelogeorgiaTsar Power https://tsarpowerpod.weebly.com/Quest for Power https://quest-for-power.captivate.fm/Wittenberg to

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163: The Upper Satrapies

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2026/04/15

Despite his Prime Minister's insistence against it, Antiochus III resolved to march east and face the rebel satrap Molon in 220 BCE. It's also time for a new Grand Tour of the Empire as we follow Antiochus on his travels.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

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162: The Great Revolt

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2026/03/09

The Seleucid narrative is back, and Antiochus III is the new king. Fresh off the death of his father and brother, the young Antiochus found himself pulled in three different directions by his nobles as rebellions, wars, and scheming advisers took their toll on the Empire.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal:

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161: Meet the Neighbors Speed Round

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2026/03/02

Prepare for a return to the narrative with a quick round of catch up with the Seleucids' neighbors: Egypt, Macedon, India, and surprisingly, Sparta one last time before the famed warriors of Ancient Greece fade into history.Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.comSupport this podcast at —

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42:39

Intelligent Speech 2026!!!

History of Persia ·

2026/02/22

Intelligent Speech Online 2026 is almost here, and if I haven't yet sold you on attending the conference on February 28, 2026 (starting at 9am US Eastern Time), you might be interested in my presentation from last year's event.When he seized the Persian throne in 522 BCE, Darius the Great made a public declaration explaining his coup in the Bisotun Inscription. Details changed with each retelling, but that version of story is the only one that survived in ancient sources. Modern historians

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Holiday Special 2025 (Happy Sadeh!)

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2026/02/01

Slightly delayed by world events, but planned and written for December 2025, History of Persia marks the Iranian and Zoroastrian holiday of Sadeh, a feast and fire to stave off the dark winter nights and celebrate light and warmth.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!The Gist of the Jashan Ceremony - https://www.avesta.org/antia/Gist_of_the_Jashan_R1.pdfThe Atash Niyayesh - https://www.avesta.org/ka/niyayesh.htm#ny5Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to

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42:31

160: Philosophy and Medicine

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2026/01/13

Unfortunately for the study of Seleucid philosophy, the Seleucid kings were not major patrons of the lovers of wisdom as their Hellenistic neighbors were, and the works of the philosophers they did patronize have not survived. However, somewhat more can be said of Seleucid patronage of ancient medicine.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check

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159: The Lovers of Wisdom

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2025/12/22

We're taking a break from the narrative for a brief introduction to Ancient Greek Philosophy. From Thales to Epicurus, it's time.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!The Hellenistic Age Podcast - https://hellenisticagepodcast.wordpress.com/History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps - https://historyofphilosophy.net/Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out Rosetta Stone and

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158: A Flawed Inheritance

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2025/12/10

After chasing his brother out of Asia, but still beaten by the Parthians, Seleucus II returned to Antioch to face the family drama royals are best known for and to prepare for another round of war. In a speed round family episode, we'll cover the Seleucid extended family, the death of Seleucus Callinichus, and the reign of Seleucus III Ceranaus.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this

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157: The Seleucid Civil War

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2025/11/30

During the Third Syrian War, Seleucus II Callinicus discovered treachery. His younger brother, Antiochus Hierax and their royal relatives in Anatolia attempted to usurp the throne. Seleucus was forced to make a hasty peace with Ptolemy III and return to the north to face his brother in open civil war.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out

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156: Babylon Drift

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2025/11/17

With Babylonia and the Seleucis of Syria under Ptolemaic occupation, it's entirely possible that the only thing that saved Seleucus II was an Egyptian famine. Free to go on the offensive, Seleucus turned the tide of the Third Syrian War.IntelligentSpeechOnline.com – Intelligent Speech Online 2026 Tickets available now!Visit https://HoPfulMedia.com.co to support this show!Support | BlueSky | Facebook | InstagramOur Sponsors:* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal:

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