Riffin' with Daniele Bolelli (History On Fire)

08/30/21 • 30 min

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to sit down with some podcasting royalty!

Daniele Bolelli is university professor, published author, marital arts expert and (of course) an OG History Podcaster.

Daniele created the History On Fire podcast in 2015, which focuses on the most dramatic moments in history. His enthralling story telling skills and witty sense of humour was one of my inspirations for starting Anthology Of Heroes.

In this episode we chat about what it means to be a hero, personal inspiration and philosophy.

You can find History On Fire here

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I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to sit down with some podcasting royalty!

Daniele Bolelli is university professor, published author, marital arts expert and (of course) an OG History Podcaster.

In this episode we chat about what it means to be a hero, personal inspiration and philosophy.

You can find History On Fire here

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Previous Episode

The Last Prince of Wales: Owain Glyndŵr and the Welsh Revolt | Part 2

In this episode, we continue our exploration of Owain Glyndŵr and his rebellion against English rule.

We delve into the military tactics and strategies used by Glyndŵr and his army, including their use of guerrilla warfare and hit-and-run attacks.

We also examine the impact of the Welsh revolt on Welsh and British history, including the role of the English monarchy and parliament, the effects on Welsh culture and language, and the legacy of Glyndŵr's uprising in Welsh national identity.

Finally, we consider Glyndŵr's legacy and the ways in which he continues to inspire Welsh pride and resistance to this day.

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The Admiral Who Saved Korea: Yi Sun Sin | Part 1

In this two-part series, we delve into the remarkable life and legacy of Admiral Yi Sun Sin, one of Korea's greatest military heroes.

In Part 1, we explore Yi Sun Sin's background and upbringing, his military career, and his role in the Imjin War, a 16th-century conflict between Korea and Japan.

We examine the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between Korea, Japan, and China, and the impact of the war on the Korean people.

We also explore the naval tactics and strategies used by Yi Sun Sin and his fleet, including his famous turtle ship, and the impact of his victories on the course of the war.

Additionally, we discuss Yi Sun Sin's imprisonment due to false accusations made by fellow Admiral Won Gyun, and the subsequent exoneration and reinstatement of Yi Sun Sin.

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