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The Fall of Rome Podcast
Barbarians, political breakdown, economic collapse, mass migration, pillaging and plunder. The fall of the Roman Empire has been studied for years, but genetics, climate science, forensic science, network models, and globalization studies have reshaped our understanding of one of the most important events in human history. PhD historian and specialist Patrick Wyman brings the cutting edge of history to listeners in plain, relatable English.Binge all episodes of The Fall of Rome ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial...
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 stars from 2,731 ratings
Great, meaty history
One of the more meaty history pods I’ve heard in a while. Great to hear Wyman give an overview of scholarly debates, without going too far down those rabbit holes. I am now on team Goth, with two thumbs down for the Vandals.
Jay Woland via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/23/24
Just perfect!
I will take 50 more episodes on the same subjects!
MCFerland via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 08/04/24
Eliminating gaps in my education
I started with Season One, Episode 6 because I am reading a book that is set in 7th Century Britain and thought this podcast might provide good background information. It does, and it also has me hooked on learning more about the history of the Fall of Rome! Three cheers, and 5 stars.
wendy.bikes.byrne via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/08/24
Recent Episodes
Published 09/05/23
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Published 04/03/18
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