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Alexander the Great's Mummy Issues: Who Was Olympias?
Power, sex and murder in Ancient Macedon
They say behind every great man is a great woman. In this episode, we meet the woman behind Alexander the Great's success. From securing his status, to influencing his succession, Olympias was a force to be reckoned with.
Kate is joined for this episode by Tristan Hughes, host of our sister podcast, The Ancients.
This episode was edited by Tim Arstall and produced by Sophie Gee. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.
All music from Epidemic Sounds.
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