Conspiracy of Apelles

About this episode

The episode explores the Conspiracy of Apelles in Macedon, featuring court intrigue and humorous research mishaps.

There’s been a conspiracy… in Macedon! Ever wonder what it would look like if Dustin got WAY out of control while researching? This episode. We’re traveling back in time and doing a deep dive on the “Conspiracy of Apelles” in 218. In today’s episode we have court intrigue, Aratus of Sicyon, biased sources, and Meredith investing in a cattle prod the next time Dustin pulls something like this. Come witness the dumbest rivalry in ancient history! More from the Alexander Standard Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter Alexanderstandardpod@gmail.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Dustin, Meredith

Topics covered

• ancient history
• Macedon
• court intrigue
• Conspiracy of Apelles
• research mishaps
• rivalries

Keywords

• Conspiracy of Apelles
• Macedon
• Dustin
• Meredith
• Aratus of Sicyon
• ancient history
• court intrigue
• rivalry

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Macedon

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