The Apple and The Hero
Forget dusty textbooks!
Join me, Dr. Sara Orfali, a Medieval historian with a passion for storytelling, as I peel back the layers of history in The Apple and The Hero.
This podcast is your gateway to exploring the captivating myths, legends, and heroes that shaped the foundation of European countries - all through engaging anecdotes, thrilling tales, and insightful analysis.
So, ditch the dates and delve into the drama, intrigue, and epic sagas that brought history to life.
Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about the past, tune in to The Apple and The Hero for a captivating journey through the heart of Europe's legendary past!
The Apple and The Hero
008_The Irreverent Chieftain
“Beware, lest this very spot where we are now encamped get its name from the calamity that shall befall your army and transmit the memory of it to your children’s children!”
Bold words, spoken by the chief of a small, almost forgotten tribe to none other than Julius Caesar.
It was with such a declaration that Divico, chief of the Tigurini, sealed his fate and that of his people in life, eternalising them all into legend!
Let's go meet the ancestors of modern Swiss people, who chose to die free rather than live under someone else's rule.