The island of Santorini has not only has breathtaking views but also a fascinating history. Traces of its first inhabitants have been linked back to 4500 BC. In 1613 BC the most powerful volcanic event in the last 10,000 years took place – completely destroying all the islands within a 60 km radius. It has been estimated that 90 billion tons of molten rock w ... Show More
Nov 25
7 Principles of Inner Excellence to Stay Calm Under Fire | Jim Murphy
Top Performance Coach Jim Murphy reveals how to eliminate fear, master pressure, and unlock elite performance.
Jim spent 5 years writing Inner Excellence, the mental toughness manual that shot from obscurity to #1 New York Times bestseller overnight when star athlete A.J. Brown ... Show More
1h 17m
Nov 11
The Brutal Truth About Success No One Talks About | Panera Founder Ron Shaich
Restauranteur Ron Shaich reveals how he built the fast casual industry, scale a business, and spot the trends before they happen.
Ron Shaich is an entrepreneur and investor. He was the founder and former CEO of Panera Bread and Au Bon Pain, generating 25% annualized returns a ... Show More
1h 43m
Sep 7
The Minoan Eruption: Bronze Age Cataclysm
More than 3,500 years ago, a massive volcanic eruption devastated Thera - modern day Santorini - engulfing the Bronze Age world in ash and fire. Entire landscapes were buried, ash darkened the skies, and the shockwaves rippled across the eastern Mediterranean.In this episode of T ... Show More
55m 9s
Aug 2024
The Parthenon: Wonder of Athens
<p>It is the most famous monument of ancient Greece. Its remains standing tall above modern Athens today, more than 2,000 years old. The Parthenon. A temple, treasury, the residence of a powerful general after Alexander the Great’s death…and his courtesans, a church, a mosque, a ... Show More
58m 44s
Jun 2025
The Mysteries of Easter Island
<p>In the heart of the Pacific Ocean, over 2,000 miles from the nearest continent, lies one of the world’s most iconic archaeological treasure troves - Rapa Nui, known to the outside world as Easter Island. Famed for the towering stone faces of the <em>moai</em>, the island has u ... Show More
41m 27s
Aug 2024
Mycenae: Cradle of Bronze Age Greece
<p>Overlooking the Argolid Plain in the eastern Peloponnese, Mycenae was once the envy of the Mediterranean world. It rose to prominence in the late Bronze Age, centuries before the great Greek states of Athens, Sparta and Corinth, and is known as the birthplace of mythical bronz ... Show More
52m 17s
Feb 2025
E076 - *NEW* Unsolved Ancient Mysteries That Science Can’t Explain (alien gods?)
<strong>This week's episode is a special one.</strong><br>I’m joined by explorer and author Matthew LaCroix, a researcher dedicated to uncovering the secrets of ancient history. With a deep passion for challenging mainstream narratives, Matt explores the lost civilisations, adv ... Show More
1h 35m
Aug 2024
Exploring Signagi: A Complete Guide to Georgia's Charming Town
This episode of the Tbilisi podcast dives into the enchanting town of Signagi, often referred to as the "City of Love." Hosts Meg and Tom explore the unique charm of this picturesque destination, highlighting its stunning architecture, rich history, and breathtaking views of the ... Show More
38m 25s
Oct 2024
The Last Regular Day in Pompeii
October 24, 79 CE. Pompeii is one of the crown jewels of the Roman Empire, a bustling city that serves as a coastal retreat for Rome's elite. But Pompeii also has a large, often overlooked middle-class population. They don't live in Pompeii's massive villas. Instead, they live a ... Show More
36m 38s
Feb 2025
Ep 204: Why Bhutan Could Be the World’s Next Great Wine Region & High-Altitude Vineyards with Wine Journalist Kathleen Willcox (Part 2)
<p>Welcome back, wine friends! This is part two with the brilliant wine journalist <a href='https://www.instagram.com/kathleenwillcox/?igsh=MXY1ZDR6MDZseTJwdQ%3D%3D'>Kathleen Willcox</a>, whose work you can find in Wine Searcher, The Drinks Business, Full Pour, and Wine Enthusias ... Show More
30m 27s