Hardcore History Addendum, Episode 9: Glimpses of Olympias
, subject: Podcast episode about Olympias, Philip II, and Alexander's early life.
David recommends this episode for historical context on Alexander, and uses Carlin’s account of Philip II to explain the foundation behind Alexander’s achievements.
About this work
The Addendum episode approaches Alexander's origins through his mother, Olympias, setting her ambitions and relationships inside the family politics, warfare, and uncertainty surrounding Philip II's death.
Why explore it
Best if you want the historical context on Alexander that David recommends, plus his use of Carlin’s Philip II account to explain what Alexander’s achievements depended on.
Key themes
- Alexander’s inherited foundation
- Historical context for Alexander
- A recurring recommendation
Evidence and original sources
This record is supported by 4 public evidence rows linked to original Founders episodes.
- Alexander the Great — David uses Carlin's account of Philip II to explain that Alexander's achievements depended on the formidable father, army, and kingdom that preceded him.
- Heroes: From Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar to Churchill and de Gaulle — David calls the episode fantastic and recommends it for historical context on Alexander.
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