History N' Games
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History N' Games
A podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays historical fiction games and talks about the REAL stories behind gaming.
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History N' Games Episode 43 (Hades II: The Terrifying Tale of Medea Part 2)
In part 2 of this episode on Medea, host Meghan Sullivan explains the possible origins of Medea's terrifying tale, and how these origins tie into real...
History N' Games Episode 42 (Hades II: The Terrifying Tale of Medea Part 1)
In the spookiest episode of History N' Games yet, host Meghan Sullivan recounts the terrifying tale of Medea, the scariest woman in all of Greek mytho...
History N' Games Episode 41 (Assassin's Creed: Shadows)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the fascinating real-life history of the man called Yasuke. Was he a samurai or not? Let's discuss! ...
History N' Games Episode 40 (Hades II: Who the Heck is Hecate?)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan reveals the true origins of the mysterious goddess Hecate, and explains how she is both one...
History N' Games Episode 39 (Greek Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author MJ Gallagher about the fascinating Greek myths found in Final Fantasy VII....
History N' Games Episode 38 (12 Facts About Hercules and His 12 Labors in 12 Minutes)
Happy Holidays, everyone! In this special episode of History N' Games, I (Meghan Sullivan) attempt to share 12 interesting facts about Hercules and hi...
History N' Games Episode 37 (Dr. Kira Jones on the Hidden History of Destiny 2, Disco Elysium)
In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Dr. Kira Jones on the hidden history of games like Destiny 2, Disco Elysi...
History N' Games Episode 36 (Why Did People Worship Bronze Age Jerks? Barry Strauss Interview)
In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews bestselling author and historian Barry Strauss about ancient heroes, real...
History N' Games Episode 35 (Is Democracy in Danger? A Stanford Professor Weighs In)
In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about the origins of democra...
History N' Games Episode 34 (Okhlos: The Crazy Origins of Democracy - Part 1)
In this special two-part episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the hilarious mob simulator Okhlos: Omega, and how it (accident...
History N' Games Episode 33 (Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan shares what is known about Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade thus far, and how it could histor...
History N' Games Episode 32 (God of War: The Real Ghost of Sparta)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan dives into the history of the REAL Ghost of Sparta...and it's not Kratos.
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History N' Games Episode 31 (Norse Mythology in Final Fantasy VII: M.J. Gallagher Interview)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author M.J. Gallagher about his fascinating book Norse Myths That Inspired Final...
History N' Games Episode 30 (Hades Explained: Sarah Ils Johnston Interview)
In this very special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Sarah Ils Johnston of the University of Ohio, a prominent...
History N' Games Episode 29 (Hades II: Who is Melinoe?)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the upcoming rogue-lite game Hades II, as well as the real story behind the game...
History N' Games Episode 28 (Pentiment Review)
Obsidian's Pentiment is a game full of amazing facts, but is it a good game to PLAY? Let's discuss!
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History N' Games Episode 27 (Interview with Helen Carmichael)
In this History N' Games interview, game developer Helen Carmichael discusses the upcoming sequel to Regency Solitaire, helpful tips on how to make a...
History N' Games Episode 26 (Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes - Part 2)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan unravels the TRUTH about Arval, discusses the historical persona they're based on, AND untan...
History N' Games Episode 25 (Regency Solitaire)
In this episode of History N' Games, Meghan talks about her experience with the popular video game Regency Solitaire, and explains the unusual story...
History N' Games Episode 24 (Fire Emblem Warriors: 3 Hopes - Part 1)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan explains the meaning behind the names Arval and Larva, and how these names could point to a...
History N' Games Episode 23 Book Review - Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece
In this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece by Paul Cartledge. Is it worth your time? Find out here!
History N' Games Episode 22 (Animal Crossing: The Spooky Origins of Coco & Lloyd)
Are Coco and Lloyd lovely neighbors or total nightmare fuel? In this History N' Games episode, I explain the cool and spooky origins of these two Anim...
History N' Games Episode 21 (Ancient Latin in Final Fantasy, Assassin's Creed: Origins)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan brings back Luke Ranieri to talk about Ancient Latin pronunciation in games like Final Fanta...
History N' Games Episode 20 (Interview with Luke Ranieri)
Hello, History N' Games lovers! If you love ancient history, languages, and video games, then you'll love this interview with Luke Ranieri!
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History N' Games Episode 19 (Hades)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan talks all about the Furies, and takes listeners on a rollercoaster journey full of vengeful ghosts, avenging god...
History N' Games Episode 18 (Interview with Adrienne Mayor)
In this episode of History N' Games host Meghan Sullivan interviews author, historian, and Stanford University research scholar Adrienne Mayor! Togeth...
History N' Games Episode 17 Book Review: The Battle of Salamis
In this episode host Meghan Sullivan reviews The Battle of Salamis: The Naval Encounter That Saved Greece --and Western Civilization by Barry Strauss...
History N' Games Episode 16 (Immortals: Fenyx Rising - Part 2)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan continues her discussion on the real-life origins of Prometheus, explaining how the Greek Ti...
History N' Games Episode 15 (Immortals: Fenyx Rising - Part 1)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explores the legend of Prometheus, and randomly includes an obscure wrestling reference in her story.
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History N' Games Episode 14 (Yakuza - Part 1)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explores the misty beginnings of Japan's notorious crime syndicate, which may go as far back as 900 years ago. <...
History N' Games Episode 13 (Ghost of Tsushima)
In this episode of History N' Games, Meghan explores the life of Hojo Tokimune, the real-life equivalent of Sakai Jin from Ghost of Tsushima. She als...
History N' Games Episode 12 (Interview with Max Miller)
In another special guest episode of History N' Games, Meghan interviews the host and creator of the popular Youtube series Tasting History, Max Miller...
History N' Games Episode 11 (Interview with Xavier Woods)
In another special episode of History N' Games, Meghan interviews WWE Superstar & host of UpUpDownDown Xavier Woods about Greek mythology, who should...
History N' Games Episode 10 (Interview with Dr. Jackson Crawford)
In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Old Norse specialist Dr. Jackson Crawford. They talk about Norse and Viki...
History N' Games Episode 9 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 4)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan explains how Fire Emblem: 3 Houses is closely connected to William Shakespeare's King Lear,...
History N' Games Episode 8 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 3)
In this episode, Meghan wraps up her discussion on the hidden stories of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses.
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History N' Games Episode 7 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 2)
In this episode, Meghan continues her discussion on the hidden stories of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses.
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History N' Games Episode 6 (Fire Emblem: 3 Houses - Part 1)
In this Fire Emblem mini series, Meghan Sullivan walks listeners through the hidden story of Fire Emblem: 3 Houses, which includes references to Ancie...
History N' Games Episode 5 (The Oregon Trail)
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan recalls playing the classic video game The Oregon Trail while teaching listeners about what...
History N' Games Episode 4 (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan explains how The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is closely tied to ancient Japanese history.
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