🎙️ The Ides of April — Two-Part SeriesPhilip of Macedon: The Father Behind the EmpireBefore the legend of Alexander the Great, there was the man who made his rise possible.In this two-part series of The Ides of April, we travel to the rugged northern kingdom of Macedonia to explore the life, ambition, and violent death of Philip II of Macedon — the ruler who transformed a dismissed frontier state into the dominant power of the Greek world.Part One — The King from the Edge of GreeceLong before Macedonia commanded armies and alliances, it was considered backward by the great city-states of southern Greece.This episode traces:    •    The harsh frontier culture that shaped Philip’s early life    •    His time as a political hostage in Thebes — where he studied the future of warfare    •    The military revolution that created the Macedonian war machine    •    The rise of Philip’s power across Greece    •    The complex royal family dynamics that shaped succession    •    The early signs of greatness in his young son — including the famous taming of BucephalusBy the time Philip stands at the height of his power, Greece is unified under his leadership and a massive invasion of Persia is within reach.But success has created enemies — both abroad and within his own court.💼 SPONSORS🧥 QUINCELuxury essentials at affordable prices.Free shipping + 365-day returns:👉 http://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF📱 MINT MOBILEPremium wireless for just $15/month.Switch and get free shipping:👉 www.mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN🛰️ EXPRESSVPNProtect your data anywhere.Get up to 4 months free:👉 http://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN🌿 MOODCBD and THC gummies shipped nationwide.20% off with code DEVILWITHIN:👉 http://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN🐶 OLLIE DOG FOODReal, fresh, human-grade meals for your dog.60% off your first box:👉 http://www.ollie.com/IDES💰 MONARCHThe only finance app you’ll ever need.50% off your first year:👉 www.monarchmoney.com/IDELearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices