History N' Games
44 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsA podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays historical fiction games and talks about the REAL stories behind gaming.
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History N' Games Episode 40 (Hades II: Who the Heck is Hecate?)
May 14, 2024 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan reveals the true origins of the mysterious goddess Hecate, and explains how she is both one of the most powerful and misunderstood gods in the Greek pantheon. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 39 (Greek Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII)
March 18, 2024 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author MJ Gallagher about the fascinating Greek myths found in Final Fantasy VII. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 38 (12 Facts About Hercules and His 12 Labors in 12 Minutes)
December 24, 2023 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBHappy Holidays, everyone! In this special episode of History N' Games, I (Meghan Sullivan) attempt to share 12 interesting facts about Hercules and his 12 labors in 12 minutes. Do I succeed? Noooo! I definitely go a bit overtime. BUT, it's still a fun-filled episode and I hope you enjoy it. ^___^ Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 37 (Dr. Kira Jones on the Hidden History of Destiny 2, Disco Elysium)
September 27, 2023 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Dr. Kira Jones on the hidden history of games like Destiny 2, Disco Elysium, Yuppie Psycho, and more. To learn more about Dr. Kira Jones, be sure to visit her website at: https://flaviansophist.com Did you enjoy this episode? If you can, please support History N' Games at https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan Questions? Comments? Feel free to email them to [email protected] Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 36 (Why Did People Worship Bronze Age Jerks? Barry Strauss Interview)
August 19, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews bestselling author and historian Barry Strauss about ancient heroes, real heroes, and why people worshipped Bronze Age jerks like Achilles. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 35 (Is Democracy in Danger? A Stanford Professor Weighs In)
August 04, 2023 22:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about the origins of democracy, how democracies succeed, and whether or not our current democracies are in danger. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 34 (Okhlos: The Crazy Origins of Democracy - Part 1)
July 26, 2023 20:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this special two-part episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the hilarious mob simulator Okhlos: Omega, and how it (accidentally) reflects the crazy real-life origins of Western Democracy. Then in the second episode, Meghan will talk to Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about whether or not democracy is currently in danger. *Note: All Greek names are pronounced as close to the 6th/5th century BCE style as possible. Apologies for any errors. Support t...
History N' Games Episode 33 (Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade)
June 15, 2023 20:00 - 7 minutes - 5.35 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan shares what is known about Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade thus far, and how it could historically tie into another very popular Assassin's Creed game. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 32 (God of War: The Real Ghost of Sparta)
May 10, 2023 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode, host Meghan Sullivan dives into the history of the REAL Ghost of Sparta...and it's not Kratos. If you like this episode, please be sure to follow History N' Games on your favorite audio platform, and be sure to check out the History N' Games Youtube channel @historyngames! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqglCWfAn7A0mwOnLyig4oQ Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 31 (Norse Mythology in Final Fantasy VII: M.J. Gallagher Interview)
March 21, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author M.J. Gallagher about his fascinating book Norse Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 30 (Hades Explained: Sarah Ils Johnston Interview)
February 16, 2023 17:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this very special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Sarah Ils Johnston of the University of Ohio, a prominent expert on Ancient Greek religion, particularly its underworld aspects. Topics include the game series Hades, the origins of Zagreus and his sister Melinoe, the truth behind Hecate, and the extreme lengths the ancient Greeks went to in order to appease angry ghosts! Watch the Youtube version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG1OuUbrQPQ&t ...
History N' Games Episode 29 (Hades II: Who is Melinoe?)
January 16, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the upcoming rogue-lite game Hades II, as well as the real story behind the game's mysterious new protagonist, Melinoe. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 29 (Hades II)
January 16, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the upcoming rogue-lite game Hades II, as well as the real story behind the game's mysterious new protagonist, Melinoe. Support the show
History N' Games Episode 28 (Pentiment Review)
November 29, 2022 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MBObsidian's Pentiment is a game full of amazing facts, but is it a good game to PLAY? Let's discuss! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 27 (Interview with Helen Carmichael)
August 06, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this History N' Games interview, game developer Helen Carmichael discusses the upcoming sequel to Regency Solitaire, helpful tips on how to make a good game, and how real stories (and romance novels!) have inspired her work. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 26 (Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes - Part 2)
July 19, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan unravels the TRUTH about Arval, discusses the historical persona they're based on, AND untangles the extremely convoluted plot surrounding them in Fire Emblem: Three Hopes. (Warning: spoilers for Fire Emblem Three Houses and Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes ahead!) #Arval #Epimenides #Larva #FireEmblem Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 25 (Regency Solitaire)
May 24, 2022 22:00 - 7 minutes - 5.36 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, Meghan talks about her experience with the popular video game Regency Solitaire, and explains the unusual story behind Solitaire itself. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 24 (Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes - Part 1)
April 26, 2022 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan explains the meaning behind the names Arval and Larva, and how these names could point to a new-and potentially dangerous-new character in the Fire Emblem universe. Note: This is the audio version of the episode, which you can watch on Youtube here: The Hidden History of Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 21 (Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes - Part 1)
April 26, 2022 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan explains the meaning behind the names Arval and Larva, and how these names could point to a new-and potentially dangerous-new character in the Fire Emblem universe. Note: This is the audio version of the episode, which you can watch on Youtube here: The Hidden History of Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan)
History N' Games Book Review - Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece
October 30, 2021 19:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MBIn this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece by Paul Cartledge. Is it worth your time? Find out here! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan)
History N' Games Episode 23 Book Review - Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece
October 30, 2021 19:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MBIn this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece by Paul Cartledge. Is it worth your time? Find out here! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 22 (Animal Crossing: The Spooky Origins of Coco & Lloyd)
October 20, 2021 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.89 MBAre Coco and Lloyd lovely neighbors or total nightmare fuel? In this History N' Games episode, I explain the cool and spooky origins of these two Animal Crossing characters! Questions? Comments? Collaborations? Email me at [email protected]. Thank you so much! ^___^ Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 21 (Ancient Latin in Final Fantasy, Assassin's Creed: Origins)
October 03, 2021 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan brings back Luke Ranieri to talk about Ancient Latin pronunciation in games like Final Fantasy and Assassin's Creed: Origins, and how almost none of it makes any sense. XD (You can also watch the video version of this interview on my Youtube channel at Meg Sullivan, and if you would like you can support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan. Thank you! <3 Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 20 (Interview with Luke Ranieri)
August 20, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBHello, History N' Games lovers! If you love ancient history, languages, and video games, then you'll love this interview with Luke Ranieri! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 19 (Hades)
July 12, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, host Meghan Sullivan talks all about the Furies, and takes listeners on a rollercoaster journey full of vengeful ghosts, avenging goddesses, remorseless trouble makers and defenders of justice. *Quick Note: In one section it's mentioned that in The Aeneid Megaera turns into a bird and terrorizes the Trojans (Book 12). Although Megaera is mentioned in the preceding paragraph, it's actually not clear WHICH Fury turns into a bird. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 18 (Interview with Adrienne Mayor)
June 05, 2021 20:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode of History N' Games host Meghan Sullivan interviews author, historian, and Stanford University research scholar Adrienne Mayor! Together they talk about the ancient origins of heroes, Amazons, biological warfare, and robots. Support History N' Games here: https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan Follow History N' Games here: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/HistoryNGames Support the Show.
History N' Games Book Review: The Battle of Salamis
May 16, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MBIn this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews The Battle of Salamis: The Naval Encounter That Saved Greece --and Western Civilization by Barry Strauss. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan)
History N' Games Episode 17 Book Review: The Battle of Salamis
May 16, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MBIn this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews The Battle of Salamis: The Naval Encounter That Saved Greece --and Western Civilization by Barry Strauss. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 16 (Immortals: Fenyx Rising - Part 2)
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.41 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan continues her discussion on the real-life origins of Prometheus, explaining how the Greek Titan is tied to Ancient Egypt, Ancient Sumer, the Caucasus, and even Ancient China! Support History N' Games on Patreon at: patreon.com/meghanrsullivan Follow History N' Games on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/HistoryNGames Follow Meghan on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/Meghan_IGN Follow Meghan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com...
History N' Games Episode 15 (Immortals: Fenyx Rising - Part 1)
January 13, 2021 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBIn this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explores the legend of Prometheus, and randomly includes an obscure wrestling reference in her story. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 14 (Yakuza - Part 1)
December 05, 2020 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explores the misty beginnings of Japan's notorious crime syndicate, which may go as far back as 900 years ago. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 13 (Ghost of Tsushima)
October 16, 2020 22:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, Meghan explores the life of Hojo Tokimune, the real-life equivalent of Sakai Jin from Ghost of Tsushima. She also dives into Japan's unconventional tactics during the Mongol invasions, which include some surprisings things that definitely did NOT make it into the acclaimed action RPG! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 12 (Interview with Max Miller)
September 02, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn another special guest episode of History N' Games, Meghan interviews the host and creator of the popular Youtube series Tasting History, Max Miller. Together they discuss ye olde recipes from ages past, video games, Pokémon, and different types of delicious gin! Check out Tasting History here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaGKqPZnGp_7N80hcHySGQ Also, if you enjoy this podcast, please support History N' Games on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 11 (Interview with Xavier Woods)
August 11, 2020 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn another special episode of History N' Games, Meghan interviews WWE Superstar & host of UpUpDownDown Xavier Woods about Greek mythology, who should be in a Greek-themed Smash Bros. game, & the real meaning of the name Herakles/Hercules! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 10 (Interview with Dr. Jackson Crawford)
July 10, 2020 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Old Norse specialist Dr. Jackson Crawford. They talk about Norse and Viking culture, why Hollywood is sitting on the coolest Norse story of them all, and how Star Wars makes for an EXCELLENT Icelandic saga! Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 9 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 4)
May 26, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan explains how Fire Emblem: 3 Houses is closely connected to William Shakespeare's King Lear, as well as the stories behind the play. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 8 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 3)
January 08, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.79 MBIn this episode, Meghan wraps up her discussion on the hidden stories of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 7 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 2)
December 20, 2019 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MBIn this episode, Meghan continues her discussion on the hidden stories of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 6 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 1)
December 12, 2019 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this Fire Emblem mini series, Meghan Sullivan walks listeners through the hidden story of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses, which includes references to Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Nabatea, and even the Ancient Far East. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 5 (The Oregon Trail)
July 26, 2019 22:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan recalls playing the classic video game The Oregon Trail while teaching listeners about what it took to survive the real thing. Highlights include: --Airships --Insanity --Songs about "Buffalo Chips" Song Credit for Audio/Youtube Podcast: Country Cue 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Music promoted by Audio Library ht...
History N' Games Episode 4 (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)
June 18, 2019 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explains how The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is closely tied to ancient Japanese history. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 3 (Assassin's Creed Odyssey - Part 3)
May 18, 2019 20:00 - 21 minutes - 9.78 MBIn this episode, Meghan discusses Ancient Greek weapons, and whether or not the relatives of Leonidas could have really wielded the legendary king's spear during the Peloponnesian War, just like in Assassin's Creed: Odyssey. (The answer may surprise you!) Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 2 (Assassin's Creed Odyssey - Part 2)
April 24, 2019 21:00 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBIn episode 2 of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan tackles the question of whether or not Alexios and Kassandra from Assassin's Creed: Odyssey could have really been Spartan mercenaries. Support the Show.
History N' Games Episode 1 (Assassin's Creed Odyssey - Part 1)
March 13, 2019 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBA history podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays video games and talks about the real stories behind the game. In this pilot episode, Meghan discusses how the protagonists of Assassin's Creed: Odyssey really could have been related to the legendary Spartan King Leonidas and his (literally)crazy family. Support the Show.