8 Best Ancient Mesopotamia Podcasts

1. Oldest Stories

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History and myth of the Cradle of Civilization, bronze age Mesopotamia, beginning with the dawn of writing. The show will cover the full history of Mesopotamia, from Gilgamesh to Nabonidas, a span of some 2500 years, with myths of heroes and gods, and tales of daily life peppered throughout. Sumer, Akkad, Old Babylon, Hittites, and Israel have all been covered in depth, current episodes get deep into the Assyrian Empire. New episodes every other Wednesday. Online at oldeststories.net.more Host James Bleckley
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2. Myths of Babylonia and Assyria

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Dive into the fascinating world of ancient Mesopotamia with Myths of Babylonia and Assyria, penned by the esteemed Scottish writer Donald Alexander Mackenzie. Known for his extensive work in religion, mythology, and anthropology, Mackenzie provides a captivating exploration of the myths and legends that shaped the civilizations of Babylonia and Assyria. This volume offers a historical narrative that journeys through over thirty centuries of human progress, beginning with the early Sumerian Age and culminating in the eras of the Persian and Grecian Empires...more Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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3. Discoveries Among the Ruins of Nineveh and Babylon

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Step into the ancient world with Austen Henry Layard, the trailblazing archaeologist celebrated for his remarkable excavations in Nimrud and Nineveh. In this enthralling narrative of his second expedition, Layard unveils the astonishing treasures he discovered, including exquisite Assyrian palace reliefs and the fabled library of Ashurbanipal. This extraordinary collection of 7th-century BC clay tablets contained a vast reservoir of knowledge, featuring the legendary Epic of Gilgamesh...more Producer/Network Austen Layard
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4. The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Great Deluge

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Dive into the ancient world as we explore the timeless tale of Gilgamesh, a legendary king on a quest for immortality, and the captivating narrative of The Great Deluge. Discover the profound themes of friendship, mortality, and the human experience that resonate through these epic stories, revealing the wisdom of ancient civilizations.more Producer/Network Anonymous
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5. Mesopotamia

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Step into the cradle of civilization and discover the secrets of ancient Mesopotamia. This podcast delves deep into the rich history, groundbreaking innovations, and profound cultural legacies of the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. From the rise of Sumer and the grandeur of Babylon to the enigmatic stories of Assyria and Akkad, *Mysteries of Mesopotamia* explores how this ancient region shaped the world as we know it. Discover how the Mesopotamians revolutionized human progress with writing, laws, astronomy, and monumental architecture...more Email ****@gmail.com
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6. The Digital Hammurabi Podcast

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Digital Hammurabi is the creative outlet for two Assyriologists, Megan Lewis and Joshua Bowen. Driven by a passion for the ancient Near East and the belief that history is both important and relevant to modern life, Megan and Josh aim to break out of the ivory tower of academia and bring ancient Mesopotamia to the world! This podcast brings academic scholarship and interviews with researchers to your brain (via your ears) in an easily-understood format, so you can enjoy fascinating content wherever you are!more Host Megan Lewis
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7. Mesopotamia

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Step into the cradle of civilization and discover the secrets of ancient Mesopotamia. This podcast delves deep into the rich history, groundbreaking innovations, and profound cultural legacies of the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. From the rise of Sumer and the grandeur of Babylon to the enigmatic stories of Assyria and Akkad, *Mysteries of Mesopotamia* explores how this ancient region shaped the world as we know it. Discover how the Mesopotamians revolutionized human progress with writing, laws, astronomy, and monumental architecture...more Producer/Network jojo
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8. Babylonian Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamesh

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Dive into the captivating world of ancient Babylon with this insightful monograph, which explores the legendary flood myth and the renowned Epic of Gilgamesh, particularly the Standard Babylonian version dating back to the 7th century BC. Unearthed from the clay tablets of the Royal Library of Ashurbanipal at the historic Nineveh, the capital of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, this work not only narrates these timeless stories through a blend of direct translation and engaging paraphrase but also provides a vivid description of the library and the intriguing tale of its discovery...more Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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