The Dark Ages Podcast

05/18/2026

Good news, everyone! The Dark Ages Podcast is not dead. It passed beyond time and space, and has been sent back, until its task is done.

In Belisarius’ absence, the Byzantine’s greed and incompetence create a space for the Ostrogoths to launch a comeback. Under their new leader, Totila, they enjoy stunning success in a series of bat…

03/30/2026

03/06/2026

66. When the General’s Away…

We return to Italy, where Belisarius had the Ostrogoths on the ropes… until he didn’t. Leadership failures on both sides result in a renewal of conflict and the appearance of a new power among the Ostrogoths....

We return to Italy, where Belisarius had the Ostrogoths on the ropes… until he didn’t. Leadership failures on both sides result in a renewal of conflict and the appearance of a new power among the …

02/27/2026

Merch! Merch! Merch!

I’m pleased to announce the launch of the Dark Ages Podcast Store, going live March 3rd, 2026. If you’re looking to support the Dark Ages Podcast and get something more than sound in re…

02/20/2026

02/19/2026

65. Church and People

The episode explores the grassroots efforts of Christianization in sixth-century rural society, highlighting bishops’ struggles to convert peasants amidst lingering pagan practices. While ini…