Latest Fictional history Podcast Episodes
Episode 58: Fighting on the Dock of the Bay
Algalon History Lecture Series - March 12, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture we return to the Bay of Sarat and the Eastern Galacites. We will meet Kanin Usann Kal and Kanin Colomb Alga and explore the end of the Kal-Alga feud and how that sets the stage for the formation of the League of the Bay. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected]...
Bonus Lecture: Sargrathan Independence Day
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 25, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingNote: This lecture should have originally aired on November 5. In this bonus lecture, we will discuss the signing of the Seven Treaties: the event that started the Sargrathan War of Independence, sometimes called the Northern War. You will learn about the heroics of Duke Sargratha as he sought...
Episode 57: The First Dynasty Part 3; The Downfall of a Dynasty
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 16, 2023 22:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we finish our discussion of the Dalphana Dynasty. Specifically, we follow the lineage of Zetan the Elder and his son Sunny until Govern Thoris Dalphana, the last tyrant of the Dynasty. We will examine how his attempt to create an empire led to internal and external pressures t...
Episode 56: Like Father, Like Son
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 03, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we continue our discussion of the Dalphana Dynasty. Specifically, we follow the son of Zetan: Sunny the Elder. We talk of his rule over Sunsiss and how he stretched the Dalphana power out over the region. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a b...
Episode 55: The First Dynasty Part 1
Algalon History Lecture Series - January 23, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we discuss the birth of the Dalphana Dynasty from the mind Zetan the Great of the Mid-Thousand Kingdoms, amid the people called the Eastern Winnett. We will meet Zetan Dalphana and follow his rise to power as the head of the first true dynasty of Algalon. Feel free to send me ...
Episode 54: Ice Lords of the North
Algalon History Lecture Series - October 15, 2022 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we follow members of the Eastern Galacites as they migrate from the Bay of Sarat to the area around Lake Asbe. We will discuss their displacement of the orcs and goblinoids and how that continues to affect race relations today. Finally, we will talk about the founding of the i...
Episode 53: The Witch Trials of the Futeref
Algalon History Lecture Series - October 01, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we return to the area of the Ithdan Convergence and specifically to the religious Futeref culture. There, we meet Bissoff Eldrin and explore his belief in magic and hatred of women. This episode is foundational for the Church of Algalon... whether they like it or not. Feel fr...
Episode 52: The Disappearance of the Glassholm
Algalon History Lecture Series - September 20, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture we return to the western plains of the Thousand Kindgoms, past the Anaiho Ridge, to the lands of the Glassholm. There, we discuss the sudden and mysterious disappearance of the Glassholm: the various theories of their disappearance and the impact it has on the region. Feel free...
Episode 51: The Elven Civil Wars Part 2
Algalon History Lecture Series - September 01, 2022 16:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we finish of the Elven Civil War(s). High King Ne'a'lala'en fosters civil wars across the elven forests of Algalon. We discuss the response and Ne'a'lala'en's eventual defeat. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me at @AlgalonH. I'm ...
Episode 50: The Rise of the Baghra
Algalon History Lecture Series - August 15, 2022 16:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will discuss the Kreddish culture on the west coast and we will look specifically at Berrigan Baghra and the rise of the ruthless Baghra clan ending with Samyel the Shipbuilder. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me at @AlgalonH. I...
Episode 49: The Elven Civil Wars Part 1
Algalon History Lecture Series - August 01, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we start our discussion of the Late Age of Chaos in earnest and we begin by talking about the Elven Civil War(s). High King Ne'a'lala'en expands his power and attempts to take over the forest colonized by the three main forests. Things spiral out of control quickly. Feel free...
S2E0: Welcome to the Late Age
Algalon History Lecture Series - July 17, 2022 13:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome back to the Late Age of Chaos. This lecture is a primer on the Late Age and where this lecture series will take us. I'm very excited to restart this series and I encourage you to visit www.algalonhistory.com for more information! Feel free to send me royal mail to AlgalonHistory@gmail...
Episode 48: The Final Lecture?
Algalon History Lecture Series - April 21, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will conclude the Middle Age of Chaos and for now, we will conclude this series. This is not necessarily 'goodbye' but it will be the final lecture for some time. If you want more of these lectures, please send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me ...
Episode 47: Freedom for the Toredon
Algalon History Lecture Series - April 10, 2022 16:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we finish the lectures on the Lower Thousand Kingdoms. We discuss the fate of the Toredon and where the cultures of the Lower Thousand Kingdoms are as the Middle Age of Chaos ends. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me at @AlgalonH M...
Episode 46: The Rise of the Anaiho
Algalon History Lecture Series - April 01, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture we will discuss 505 PG, when the Anaiho emerge from their cliff dwellings to confront the Calixta, the Marzajo, and to eliminate a smaller culture: the Dilelefa. We also find some unexpected heroes rising to defend against this unexpected attack. Feel free to send me royal mail...
Episode 47: The Rise of the Anaiho
Algalon History Lecture Series - April 01, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture we will discuss 505 PG, when the Anaiho emerge from their cliff dwellings to confront the Calixta, the Marzajo, and to eliminate a smaller culture: the Dilelefa. We also find some unexpected heroes rising to defend against this unexpected attack. Feel free to send me royal mail...
Episode 45: Don't Mess With Old Ladies
Algalon History Lecture Series - March 23, 2022 16:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will discuss one of the many Trade Wars that took place in the Middle Age of Chaos. Specifically, we will look at a conflict between the Marzajo and the Calixta that coincided with the war between the Renzaman and the Toredon. Finally, we'll discuss how the war came to an e...
Episode 44: The Calixta
Algalon History Lecture Series - March 11, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we introduce the Calixta - an important culture to Algalon, but arguably a more important culture to Du'Lag. They serve as a metaphorical and economic bridge to Du'Lag. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me at @AlgalonH Musical credi...
Episode 43: The Enemy of my Enemy Part 2
Algalon History Lecture Series - March 01, 2022 17:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we conclude our discussion of the Renzaman Civil War. We will cover how the different theories discussed last time might all be true - but that none of it means that the various groups were allied or even friendly. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or...
Bonus Lecture: Knights and Peasants
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 27, 2022 19:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this bonus lecture we will discuss the impact of the board game Knights and Peasants on our history and you will learn that a simple board game can cause marriage, war, and maybe even make your life a bit better. Reach me at [email protected] or @AlgalonH by tweeting bird. Musical Cr...
Episode 42: The Enemy of my Enemy Part 1
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 19, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we continue our discussion of the Renzaman and in particular, I talk about two warlords or Gorum. Itanor and Abwa and how those two consolidate power leading to a full-scale civil war. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] or send a bird to me at @Algalon...
Episode 41: The Four Concubines of Alferr
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 10, 2022 17:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will discuss the Renzaman as they transition from the Early Age of Chaos to the Middle. In particular, we will talk about their cultural dominance of the region through the allegory of the Four Concubines of Alferr. I will note, this is an allegory for the Renzaman; not for...
Episode 40: The Lower Thousand Kingdoms
Algalon History Lecture Series - February 01, 2022 17:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we start with an introduction of the Lower 1,000 Kingdoms. We will briefly describe the five major cultures of the region: the Northeastern Renzaman; the Southeastern Toredon; the Southern Calixta; the Western Anaiho; and the itinerant Marzajo. We will also look a bit deeper ...
Bonus Lecture: The Legend of Twatha the Annecite
Algalon History Lecture Series - January 28, 2022 17:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this bonus lecture, I will tell you about one of the greatest heroes in the Age of Chaos: Twatha. She led a life that betrayed the cultural norms of Galacite Culture, but through skill and a fierce lack of giving a damn, she rose to incredible significance. Reach me at AlgalonHistory@gmail....
Episode 39: The Second (Fifth?) Race War
Algalon History Lecture Series - January 19, 2022 17:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will finish our discussion of the Mid-Thousand Kingdoms as I tell you about a second war of races in the area around Star Lake. We will discuss the fact that this is actually the Fifth Great Race War of Star Lake, and why I didn't tell you about the others. We will also lo...
Episode 38: The Arrival of the Atsessa
Algalon History Lecture Series - January 10, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn today's lecture, we will discuss the origins of the Atsessa in the Sabike city of Yakkan. Specifically, we will discuss the pernicious myths surrounding a possible founder of the Atsessa: Aja Met Sess. I hope to dispel some of the rumors about her promiscuity while also reinforcing some of...
Episode 37: The Battle of Seven Hills
Algalon History Lecture Series - January 01, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHappy New Year and welcome to 880 Y.L.! In this lecture, we will discuss the end of the First Race War or War of Star Lake and specifically the Battle of Seven Hills, a battle which may or may not have actually involved seven hills. Feel free to send me royal mail to [email protected] o...
Bonus Lecture: Middle Age Traditions
Algalon History Lecture Series - December 31, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this bonus lecture held during the Week of the Gods, I will tell you about three traditions of the Week that trace their origins back to the Middle Age of Chaos. I assure you, all three traditions have nothing to do with the Gods as we know them now. Feel free to send me royal mail to Algal...
Episode 36: Notroll and Hild the Nice Lady
Algalon History Lecture Series - December 19, 2021 17:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this lecture, we will continue our discussion of the Mid-1000K, and in particular, I will tell you the creation myth for the close relationship of the Southern Trolls of Troll Island and the Najett. We will also begin our discussion of the First War of the Races from the start and inclusion ...
Bonus Lecture: The Races of the Middle Age
Algalon History Lecture Series - December 14, 2021 17:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this bonus lecture, we will discuss the various races of the Middle Age and more specifically in the Mid-1000 Kingdoms. We'll go through the Humanoids like the Apeshen and the Harpies; the Elvenoids like the Sylvan and the Nymphs; and Goblioids, like Cyclopean Trolls and Ogres. We'll finish...
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