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#498 – Anthony Kaldellis: Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, Rise & Fall of Empires

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Commencé July 01, 2026

Anthony Kaldellis is a historian of the Roman Empire and author of “The New Roman Empire”, a comprehensive history of the Byzantine Empire (Eastern Roman Empire). Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep498-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/anthony-kaldellis-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback – give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA – s...

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The rise and fall of empires provide essential lessons on governance, diplomacy, and societal values that remain relevant today.

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Overemphasizing the significance of the Byzantine Empire risks overshadowing the contributions of other cultures in shaping European history.

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Understanding the complexities of the Byzantine Empire enriches our perspective on modern political and cultural issues in the East and West.

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The narrative of the Roman and Byzantine Empires often romanticizes imperialism, ignoring the suffering and displacement it caused.

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The Byzantine Empire's resilience demonstrates that cultural continuity can be as vital as military strength in sustaining a civilization.

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