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Midas’s garden

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In this episode, we explore Alexander’s movements after the conquest of Halicarnassus. We dive into fascinating stories like the cunning capture of Hyparna, conspiracies against the Macedonian king, and a tale of betrayal that marked Alexander’s transformation. Plus, learn about the origins of the word assassin, inspired by ancient tactics and a notorious Persian mission. From divine winds aiding his journey to fierce battles with mountain bandits, this episode is packed with intrigue and history.

Today I Found Out: Where Did the Word Assassin Come From?

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We follow Alexander and his men as they press forward to Halicarnassus. We’ll see Alexander face new challenges, daring night attacks, and some unexpected decisions that reveal a lot about his strategy and even a bit about his personality. 

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In today’s episode  we’ll explore how Alexander dealt with the aftermath of his first major Persian victory, including a little gift for his mummy, and the shifting political dynamics back in Macedonia. We’ll also look at his strategic decisions in Asia Minor. Join us as we unpack Alexander’s diplomatic and military genius in the first steps of his legendary conquest.

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Finally, after 27, not so long episodes, we have the first official battle of Alexander against the Persians.

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“The Displeasure of Seleucid” Cavafy 

https://cavafy.onassis.org/object/the-displeasure-of-the-seleucid/ 

Alexandrian Kings

https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/alexandrian-kings 

Demetrius Soter

https://cavafy.onassis.org/object/demetrius-soter/ 

In Sparta

https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/in-sparta 

Thermopylae

https://hellopoetry.com/poem/16474/thermopylae/ 

Come, O King of the Lacedaimonians 

https://www.onassis.org/initiatives/cavafy-archive/the-canon/come-o-king-of-the-lacedaimonians 

Dimitris Liantinis take on the poem.

https://liantinis.org/2016/01/18/%CE%BF-%CE%BA%CE%B1%CE%B2%CE%AC%CF%86%CE%B7%CF%82-%CF%83%CF%84%CE%B1-200-%CF%80-%CF%87/

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Alexander finally makes his way to Asia. I talk a little about the lovely story of Leander and Hero also i say a few words about the relationship Alexander and Hephaestion had.

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Not Alexanders proudest moment.
 
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We are in 336. Alexander travels too Delphi to ask Pythia how his Persian campaign will go.

Afterwards, he will head north to avenge some of his father's defeats.

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