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Alexander the Great conquered more of the known world before age 32 than almost any figure in history. But how did a Macedonian king with a relatively small army defeat the largest empire on Earth, believe he was a god, and burn entire cities in drunken rage?

In this episode, Brandon and Sean break down the life of Alexander the Great from his chaotic childhood and Aristotle-led education to his rise as the most feared military tactician of the ancient world. They explore the myths versus reality, including whether he was benevolent or brutal, how he used unconventional strategy to defeat Persia, and why his empire collapsed almost immediately after his death.

Along the way, the conversation digs into his psychology, his obsession with legacy, the turning points that pushed him from hero to tyrant, and why even total conquest could not save him from an early death.

By the end of this episode, you will walk away knowing:• Why Alexander the Great was raised to believe he was destined to rule the world• How Aristotle shaped his worldview, leadership style, and obsession with legacy• The simple tactical decisions that let a small Macedonian army defeat massive Persian forces• Why Alexander refused compromise, even when offered half the known world• How Egypt turned him from king into a living god• The moment power began to corrupt him and alienate his closest allies• Why his empire collapsed almost immediately after his death• How “to the strongest” triggered one of the bloodiest succession struggles in history

French People Are Rude is a history podcast that mixes storytelling, debate, and cultural commentary to make the past feel vivid, strange, and relevant.

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