A discussion on the influence of Cyrus the Great and how many influential figures may have done something that would have been done anyway, as their actions were shaped by their contexts.
This podcast episode discusses the mystery surrounding the death of Cyrus the Great and the different opinions held by historians about the cause of his death, including assassination and natural causes.
The ancient nomads known as the Massagetae are described, including their possible ties to the legendary queen Tamyris and their sacrifices to the god Mithra.
Exploring the descriptions of the tribes of Asia Minor by Herodotus, including their head hunting, cannabis use, wife sharing, and more, in the context of the story of Cyrus' proposal to the Queen of these tribes.