History N' Games
A podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays historical fiction games and talks about the REAL stories behind gaming.
Episodes
In this new History N' Games series, host Meghan Sullivan explores the hidden history of Fire Emblem: Fortunes Weave, which includes references to Ancient Carthage, Sol Invictus, and a number of powerful Roman emperors!
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.
To see the video version of this episode, be sure to follow Meghan's Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@historyngames
Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Email Meghan at megnhistory@gmail.com
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 mythology.
To see the video version of this episode, be sure to follow Meghan's Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@historyngames
Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Email Meghan at megnhistory@gmail.com
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!
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 of the most powerful and misunderstood gods in the Greek pantheon.
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author MJ Gallagher about the fascinating Greek myths found in Final Fantasy VII.
Happy Holidays, everyone! In this special episode of History N' Games, I (Meghan Sullivan) attempt to share 12 interesting facts about Hercules and his 12 labors in 12 minutes. Do I succeed? Noooo! I definitely go a bit overtime. BUT, it's still a fun-filled episode and I hope you enjoy it. ^___^
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 Elysium, Yuppie Psycho, and more.
To learn more about Dr. Kira Jones, be sure to visit her website at: https://flaviansophist.com
Did you enjoy this episode? If you can, please support History N' Games at https://www.patreon.com/meghanrsullivan
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In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews bestselling author and historian Barry Strauss about ancient heroes, real heroes, and why people worshipped Bronze Age jerks like Achilles.
In this special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about the origins of democracy, how democracies succeed, and whether or not our current democracies are in danger.
In this special two-part episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan talks about the hilarious mob simulator Okhlos: Omega, and how it (accidentally) reflects the crazy real-life origins of Western Democracy. Then in the second episode, Meghan will talk to Professor Josiah Ober of Stanford University about whether or not democracy is currently in danger.
*Note: All Greek names are pronounced as close to the 6t...
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 historically tie into another very popular Assassin's Creed game.
In this episode, host Meghan Sullivan dives into the history of the REAL Ghost of Sparta...and it's not Kratos.
If you like this episode, please be sure to follow History N' Games on your favorite audio platform, and be sure to check out the History N' Games Youtube channel @historyngames! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqglCWfAn7A0mwOnLyig4oQ
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author M.J. Gallagher about his fascinating book Norse Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII.
In this very special episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews Professor Sarah Ils Johnston of the University of Ohio, a prominent expert on Ancient Greek religion, particularly its underworld aspects. Topics include the game series Hades, the origins of Zagreus and his sister Melinoe, the truth behind Hecate, and the extreme lengths the ancient Greeks went to in order to appease angry ghosts!
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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's mysterious new protagonist, Melinoe.
Obsidian's Pentiment is a game full of amazing facts, but is it a good game to PLAY? Let's discuss!
In this History N' Games interview, game developer Helen Carmichael discusses the upcoming sequel to Regency Solitaire, helpful tips on how to make a good game, and how real stories (and romance novels!) have inspired her work.
In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan unravels the TRUTH about Arval, discusses the historical persona they're based on, AND untangles the extremely convoluted plot surrounding them in Fire Emblem: Three Hopes. (Warning: spoilers for Fire Emblem Three Houses and Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes ahead!)
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In this episode of History N' Games, Meghan talks about her experience with the popular video game Regency Solitaire, and explains the unusual story behind Solitaire itself.
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