Episode Appearances
History Extra podcast · Apr 2, 2026
How to stay healthy in the Middle Ages
“Medieval figure noted as being proud of his grandfather's longevity, reaching age 104”
Humoral Theory and Medieval MedicinePreventative Health Practices in the Middle AgesMedieval Hygiene and Sanitation Standards
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I Can’t Sleep · Apr 1, 2026
Tourism | Calm Reading to Help You Sleep
“Medieval Italian writer who documented 1336 Mont Ventoux ascent as early instance of travel for its own sake”
Tourism definition and UN classification frameworksHistory of tourism from ancient Egypt to modern eraGrand Tour tradition and aristocratic travel culture
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Dwarkesh Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
How cosplaying Ancient Rome led to the scientific revolution
“14th century scholar who initiated the Renaissance humanist movement to revive Roman virtues”
Renaissance humanismScientific revolution originsPrinting press economics
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The Daily Stoic · Feb 11, 2026
Stephen Greenblatt: Why “This Time Is Different” Is Always Wrong
“14th-century scholar who discovered Cicero's letters and was disappointed by the author's character”
Shakespeare's use of indirect political commentary in playsMontaigne's intellectual independence during religious conflictSeneca's philosophical writings versus his service to Nero
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