Episode 1-Prehistory to the Greek Columbus!
Delve into the complex beginnings of the Germanic people, tracing their Indo-European roots and cultural evolution during the Nordic Bronze Age, marked by unique seafaring practices and religious beliefs. The episode highlights their slow adoption of Iron Age technology, the significant "sound shift" in their languages, and the persistent lack of political unity despite shared culture, before concluding with Pythias' groundbreaking exploration, marking the civilized world's first documented contact with these tribes.
Jun 21, 2013•11 min