Season 2, Witness of the Times, Episode 9: Alexandria: The Soul of a City

Season 2, Witness of the Times, Episode 9 – “Alexandria: The Soul of a City” 🎧 Show Notes – Witness of the Times In this sweeping episode, we explore the rise—and eventual decline—of one of the most remarkable cities in human history: Alexandria, Egypt. Founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was built from the ground up with the ambition to become the intellectual, cultural, and naval heart of the Mediterranean. It boasted two harbors, the legendary Lighthouse of Pharos, and the world-renowned Library of Alexandria—home to over 500,000 scrolls and many of history’s greatest minds, from Euclid to Eratosthenes, and Hypatia. But Alexandria's greatness wasn’t just in architecture or scholarship—it was in its embrace of multiculturalism, tolerance, and the free exchange of ideas. Ultimately, it was the loss of those values, not fire alone, that led to the city's slow death. Join us as we trace Alexandria’s breathtaking rise and sobering fall—a lesson in what happens when knowledge is sacrificed and tolerance extinguished. Connect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review Witness of The Times on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. Every positive review helps new listeners find the show. We also want to hear from you! Send us your questions about the stories we profile. You can email us at [email protected]. You can find us on Facebook at Witness of the Times. Credits: Executive Producers: Marc Veazey and Dr. Bruce Baker Music: Jorgen Hallberg Hosts: Marc Veazey and Dr. Bruce Baker Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey through history with Witness of The Times. We can't wait to share more enthralling stories with you in upcoming episodes.