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History by the Pint
by Alex Rowson
A podcast series that covers all things history and archaeology, in the time it takes to drink a pint. Co-hosted by writer and producer Alex Rowson, museum curator Glynn Davis, and lecturer and researcher Dr Chris Siwicki.
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18
Tombs of the Caesars
Where was Julius Caesar buried? Do any imperial ashes survive? What happened to the emperors' tombs in Rome? Alex and Chris find out.
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17
The Horses of St Mark's
Alex and Chris explore the amazing history and globe-trotting travels of Venice's famous statue group, the bronze horses of St Mark's.
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16
Notes from Rome 2025
Chris relays the latest archaeological news from Rome (2025).
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15
Ravenna: Mosaic City
Alex and Chris explore the Italian city of Ravenna, and its incredible collection of early Christian mosaics.
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14
The Crown of Thorns
From Jerusalem to Paris, Alex and Chris chart the extraordinary journey of one of Christianity's most revered relics – the holy Crown of Thorns.
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13
Augustus's Obelisks
Alex and Chris discuss ancient Rome's fascination with Egypt, and the story of the first obelisks to arrive in Italy.
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12
Caligula's Ships
The guys discuss one of the greatest discoveries of 20th century archaeology – Caligula's ships from Lake Nemi, Italy.
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11
Museum Muse-ings Pt.1 Blockbuster Exhibitions
Alex, Glynn and Chris discuss blockbuster exhibitions and the different ways museums tell history's biggest stories.
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10
Notes From Rome 2024
Lecturer and researcher Dr Chris Siwicki recaps all the latest archaeological news from Rome (2024).
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9
Nero's Golden House
Nero's Golden House was ancient Rome's most lavish residence. Dr Chris Siwicki takes us on a tour of the surviving remains.
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8
Journey into the Maya Underworld
Producer and writer Alex Rowson explores the Cave of the Stone Sepulchre in Belize, a portal to the Maya underworld.
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7
First Blood Boudicca: The Destruction of Colchester AD 60/1
Curator Glynn Davis recounts Boudicca's destruction of Colchester, and the discovery of a stunning hoard retrieved from the ashes.
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6
The Marble Plan of Rome
Dr Chris Siwicki chats about the incredible marble plan of Rome, ancient history's largest jigsaw puzzle.
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5
Pella: Birthplace of Alexander the Great
Alex Rowson discusses the latest archaeological news from Pella in northern Greece – the capital of ancient Macedonia and birthplace of Alexander the Great.
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4
The Amber Road
Curator Glynn Davis reveals the fascinating and magical history of ancient amber.
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3
Digging Up Richard III
TV Producer and author Alex Rowson recounts his experiences filming the discovery of Richard III.
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2
Notes From Rome 2023
Lecturer and researcher Dr Chris Siwicki recaps all the latest archaeological news from Rome (2023).
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1
Secrets of the Colchester Gladiator Vase
Curator Glynn Davis chats about Colchester Castle Museum's new exhibition Gladiators: A Day at the Roman Games, and some fascinating new research on its star artefact, the Colchester Vase.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast series that covers all things history and archaeology, in the time it takes to drink a pint. Co-hosted by writer and producer Alex Rowson, museum curator Glynn Davis, and lecturer and researcher Dr Chris Siwicki.
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A podcast series that covers all things history and archaeology, in the time it takes to drink a pint. Co-hosted by writer and producer Alex Rowson, museum curator Glynn Davis, and lecturer and researcher Dr Chris Siwicki.
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History by the Pint is created and hosted by Alex Rowson.
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