Latest Earlyislamicconquest Podcast Episodes
WOTW - 10 - Part 1 - Reconquista The Next Generation - Ferdinand III The Warrior King
Flash Point History - March 31, 2019 21:43 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe story of the Reconquista continues in the aftermath of the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa. Castile is united with Leon, creating the largest Kingdom since the time of the Umayyad Caliphate of Cordoba. Under her new king, Ferdinand III, a massive assault is unleashed on Al Andalus! Cont...
WOTW - 9 - The History of the Reconquista - The Rise of the Christian Kingdoms
Flash Point History - December 15, 2018 19:22 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsWe take a step back in this episode and look at the Rise of the Christian Kingdoms and the beginning of the epic struggle to retake the Iberian Peninsula from the Muslims. With the birth of Asturias, Leon, Castile, Navarre, Portugal, Catalonia, and Aragon - the Reconqusita would come into being....
WOTW - 8 - Almohads & Las Navas De Tolosa - History of Islamic Spain
Flash Point History - September 02, 2018 18:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe story of Al Andalus & Moorish Spain continues as the Almoravids are replaced by an even more fundamental Almohad. However, the Christian Kingdoms in the north are also becoming more organized in the era of religious crusades. Check out the History of Ancient Greece Podcast http://www.th...
War of the Worlds - Bonus - The First Crusade
Flash Point History - July 14, 2018 17:54 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsWe break from the history of Al Andalus and take a quick peek on the other end of the Mediterranean. A new era in warfare begins as the Crusades would start and pit Christianity versus Islam. ANCIENT HISTORY GUY CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gQS5SByUgXeS8DwjTgSuw Contribut...
War of the Worlds - EP 7 - Taifas & Almoravids - History of Moorish Spain
Flash Point History - May 31, 2018 15:48 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe historical narrative continues as the Taifa states discover that a house divided can not stand. In this difficulty situation they look for help from the Almoravids who have grown in power in North Africa. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flas...
War of the Worlds - EP 6 - Cordoba & Moorish Spain - The Ornament of the World
Flash Point History - April 05, 2018 20:33 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsA look into the cultural heritage of Moorish Spain. Was it truly a golden age of enlightenment and meaningful co-existence? Or was it just an over celebrated failed experiment in multiculturalism? Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhistory...
War of the Worlds - EP 5 - Abd Al Rahman III - Camelot and Catastrophe
Flash Point History - January 31, 2018 23:32 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsAbd Al Rahman III comes to the scene and brings Al Andalus back from the brink. His successes usher in a period of prosperity that unfortunately is short lived. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: [email protected] Follow along on Facebook...
War of the Worlds - Bonus - Song of Roland
Flash Point History - December 30, 2017 04:26 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe Song of Roland is an 11th Century Epic Poem Based on a late 8th century event. While the history not exact, the poem is a window into 11th century Christian thought and a foreshadowing of the emerging Crusader movement. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some fee...
War of the Worlds - EP 4 - The Tale of a Refugee and a Regent
Flash Point History - November 26, 2017 00:02 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsAfter the fall of the Umayyad Caliphate, one of its few surviving members escapes from Syria and arrives in Spain. His name is Abd Al-Rahman I and through his resourcefulness, establishes a Dynasty that leaves its mark on world history. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ...
War of the Worlds - EP 3 - The Moors of Andalusia
Flash Point History - October 05, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe Moors invade Spain in what will be a lightning affair. They are soon poised to attack France. But as the Islamic Expansion continues, it begins to face serious threats both domestic and foreign. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhisto...
War of the Worlds - EP 2 - The Journey to al-Andalus
Flash Point History - August 13, 2017 01:33 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsArabian armies, flush with victory over the Byzantine and Persian Empires, now push west into North Africa. By 709, the Caliphate has expanded from the Indus to the Atlantic and only the Strait of Gibraltar stands in the path of the conquest of Spain. Contribute on Patreon:https://www.patreon...
War of the Worlds - EP 1 - Intro / Early Islamic Conquest
Flash Point History - June 30, 2017 07:07 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsOur journey begins with the rise of Islam. Despite incredible hardships, that at times nearly lead to extinction, the Arabian people unite and bring a new religion and community to the world stage. Contribute to the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Follow along on Facebook: https://www.fa...
Punic Wars - Part VII - Romani Ite Domum
Flash Point History - May 06, 2017 23:21 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsBonus Episode ! - 4 'What if' scenarios to contemplate if the Punic Wars had gone awry. What if Hannibal had marched on Rome after the battle of Cannae? What if he gained the ability to siege Roman cities? What if the Punic Wars never happened? Apple Podcasts / iTunes site for more downloads...
Punic Wars - Part VI - Delenda Est Carthago
Flash Point History - January 20, 2017 00:16 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe Battle of Zama is in full swing and the fate of Carthage hangs in the balance. Scipio and Hannibal realize in the post war world that sometimes their worst opponents are not in the enemy camp. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/F...
Punic Wars - Part V - The Return of The Scipi
Flash Point History - November 19, 2016 08:16 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsHannibal's victory at Cannae sends the Roman Republic into a death spiral. However despite the calamities that ensue, Rome holds on and resolves to fight. Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueiAqnVD3IQ
Punic Wars - Part IV - Hannibal Strikes Back
Flash Point History - August 01, 2016 02:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe Siege of Saguntum sets of the Second Punic War, and Hannibal Barca wouldn't have it any other way. Setting off from Spain, Hannibal brings Carthaginian vengeance to the Roman doorstep in one of the most spectacular military campaigns of all time. Video Companion: https://www.youtube.com/wa...
Punic Wars - Part III - A New Hope
Flash Point History - May 19, 2016 04:57 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsCarthage has lost the First Punic War and her condition was only going to get worse as she is consumed by the Mercenary Wars. But while Carthage was down, she was by no means out. From this debacle arises a New Hope. Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxxilM6EuAc
Punic Wars - Part II - Bellum Inexpertis
Flash Point History - March 23, 2016 20:38 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe 1st Punic War is in full swing as Rome and Carthage slam into one another over Sicily. But lack of a grand strategy and incompetence on both sides make a quick land grab into a 23 year long conflict. VIDEO COMPANION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2hcrsRPEZM
Punic Wars - Part I - Prelude
Flash Point History - January 16, 2016 19:31 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsRome and Carthage, two names that imply great civilization, were destined for conflict. Their expansion was only outdone by their ambition and thus the stage was set for one of the largest conflicts of Western Civilization. In this episode, we begin with the prelude to that led to this conflag...
Attila the Hun - Part 3
Flash Point History - November 05, 2015 06:09 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe might of a combined Hun Empire challenges the remains of a declining and dying Western Roman Empire. Attila faces his greatest challenge at the hands of his friend and former colleague, Aetius. The fate of western civilization hangs in the balance as the Huns once again go to war!
Attila the Hun - Part 2
Flash Point History - June 03, 2015 03:06 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe Roman Empire continued its fall into oblivion as Attila and his Huns rose to prominence. Men like Aetius struggled to keep the dying Civilization of Rome intact, but the King of the Huns had other ideas.
Attila the Hun - Part 1
Flash Point History - March 26, 2015 04:44 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 430 ratingsThe decline of the late Roman Empire was exacerbated by the invasions of several barbarian groups who were only too willing to take advantage of its fall. Attila the Hun was the embodiment of this invasion and would be known to history as the "Scourge of God."
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