We've finally nailed down dates for the next History of Rome Tour: May 25-June 5, 2013. I hope you'll come along. They're super fun!
http://www.historyofrometour.com/
While I'm here I may as well give you an update on when the next project might launch. The good news is that I know what I am going to do and have started gathering material. The bad news is that it'll be a little while. I'm in the middle of pursuing a Master's Degree at the moment and between that and the family there is not a lot of time left over for podcasting. I am aiming to be wrapped up with the program in August 2014. I know that sounds like a long way off, but it's really not. It's only 18 months away (and two of those months are February, which hardly even count). I'll be back before you know it.
See you in Rome,
Mike
Great news about the new show!
Posted by: Dean Kerrigan | February 05, 2013 at 03:42 AM
Nunc venio. Videre te in Romae. :)
Can't wait.
Posted by: Predrag | February 05, 2013 at 05:38 AM
That's great to hear! I'm truly looking forward to the new show.
Posted by: Taylorjmarvin | February 06, 2013 at 07:17 PM
So glad to hear of your return! But remember, your son will be at the toddler stage in August 2014 and you'll have your hands full with that too. ;-)
Posted by: Richard Eppert | February 07, 2013 at 05:08 AM
What's it about????
Posted by: Pb | February 08, 2013 at 05:19 AM
Awesome! I can't wait to hear what the new show is going to be. In the meantime, we've got The History of Byzantium to keep us occupied. Good luck with the degree and the family!
Posted by: Justinian | February 12, 2013 at 09:44 AM
Really looking to have you back Mike!
Posted by: Alastair (Scotland) | February 14, 2013 at 03:40 PM
It will be well worth the wait!
Posted by: JP | February 14, 2013 at 08:10 PM
Hi all! What does everyone think of 'The History of Byzantium' podcast? It took me a few episodes to get into it, however, I'm finally enjoying it now...
Posted by: Steven Silvestro | February 17, 2013 at 10:09 PM
I came across The History of Rome shortly after you posted the last episode. I put the whole thing on my iPod, and listened to nothing but during my commutes until I wrapped up just last week. It even pulled me away from the 100 Objects podcast with an episode only half listened to. Thanks for doing it, and best of luck with the continued tours (sadly, not in the cards for me), your son, and the next podcast.
Posted by: DL_Thurston | February 18, 2013 at 06:08 AM
So glad you're back in business! I had countless hours of fun listening to your podcast, so well researched and so well presented.
Posted by: Gianna | February 19, 2013 at 12:31 PM
My first suggestion: A Mike Duncan narrated 'walking tour' podcast.
I won't make this year's or next (World Cup, sorry) but here's hoping you do another one in 2015
Posted by: Hersh Sahai | February 20, 2013 at 03:31 PM
Thank you for sharing this post. A history of Rome tour sounds amazing. I went there last summer and had an amazing time. I feel like there is so much to do that I missed a lot of things I wanted to see. I can't wait to go back!
Posted by: Tuscany Villa Rental | February 21, 2013 at 07:15 AM
Great news Mike!
I'm also listening to 'The History of Byzantium'
and liking it so far.
Posted by: david smith | February 24, 2013 at 08:50 AM
Mike, you just made my day! I've been relistening to the podcast (poor Alexander Severus is about to bite the dust), and it's just as good the second time around. Can't wait to hear the new show!
Posted by: Ron | February 25, 2013 at 10:24 PM
Awesome man, I love your podcasts! Let me know if you need any help with graphics/logo or anything. Love to give back something for the hours of entertaining education you gave us :)
Posted by: Trevor | February 28, 2013 at 08:59 PM
still crossing fingers on the history of rome podcast becoming a book to read
Posted by: robert | March 01, 2013 at 07:37 PM
please help clarify some debating
where exactly was Ceasar(suppose to be)during the revolt of Spartacus
Posted by: robert | March 01, 2013 at 07:39 PM
I'm about half way through my second listening of the podcast and eagerly anticipate your next project! All the best.
Posted by: Miles | March 04, 2013 at 02:58 PM
robertÑ Caesar was elected Pontifix Maximus in 73, which was the same year Spartacus escaped and started the war.
Posted by: Jamison | March 06, 2013 at 02:39 PM
Good luck in all things! Thanks for all your hard work and the amazing podcast you've made.
My question is, though, what exactly happens in August 2014? You finish your graduate program and begin your next podcast, or you finish the last episode of your next podcast?
Posted by: Dimitri | March 08, 2013 at 05:09 PM
Oohh. Next topic! Give us a hint. Is it US founding father stuff maybe?
Posted by: Greg bailey | March 10, 2013 at 10:41 AM
Thanks for the update. I've been checking back periodically for info on the new podcast. I think I know what the subject matter is but purely a guess, but I'll keep it to myself. Looking forward to whatever you come up with. Good luck with everything else in the meantime.
Posted by: S. Ferry | March 15, 2013 at 07:14 AM
I am so excited about the new subject. I am up to Nero on my second listening. Wish I could go on the tour. Good Luck!
Posted by: A. Hicks | March 18, 2013 at 06:23 AM
Congratulations on your master's work. I suspect your thesis will be the easiest part. I was just discussing the digging of the Bosporus Strait for the transit system in Istanbul and recalling that when the first artifacts were being discovered we were in the middle of THoR.
Enjoy your life! Book schmook! Whatever, whenever, of course, we loved your entertaining and educational work. Clearly whatever works for you will be the best for any future podcast. I am looking forward to the additional personal snipets of life that end up being included with the ancient or modern history you end up presenting.
Ave Mike!
Posted by: Val from Vancouver | March 22, 2013 at 05:33 PM