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The Ancients History

The Ancients History

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 Hosted by Tristan Hughes, The Ancients is a History Hit podcast dedicated to unearthing our distant past. Spanning from the Neolithic Stone Age to the fall of the Roman Empire, the show explores the rise and fall of civilizations through interviews with world-leading historians and archaeologists. Whether covering legendary figures like Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great, or the nuances of everyday life in antiquity, it offers an accessible yet deep dive into the foundational eras of human history.The Ancients History World
Episodes
  • Two Bombs That Changed Global Warfare

    Two Bombs That Changed Global Warfare
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we explore how atomic weapons instantly rewrote military strategy. We explain why Japan surrendered in response.
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    4 mins
  • The Secret Infrastructure Behind the Atomic Bomb

    The Secret Infrastructure Behind the Atomic Bomb
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we break down the massive hidden infrastructure required to build the atomic bomb. In this episode, we explain how factories, labs, and supply chains stayed classified.
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    4 mins
  • A City Caught in World War II

    A City Caught in World War II
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we explore how Manila became trapped between opposing forces in 1945. In this episode, we explain how civilians endured unimaginable conditions.
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    5 mins
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