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Drunk On History

by lauren_dogaer

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About the show

Drunk On History is a podcast that explores humanity’s complex relationship with alcohol — from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to Rome, Mesoamerica, India, China, and beyond. Together with experts, I dive into how ancient civilizations used, abused, and understood alcohol. How did the ancients manage the age-old question of “How much is too much?” What laws or moral codes tried to curb excess? What can warnings on drinking cups or ancient myths about intoxication tell us about moderation and society? Pour yourself a glass and join me on a journey through time!

Latest episodes

Episode 8: Alcohol in the Levant and the Bible

September 28, 2026 · 43 min

In the eighth episode of Drunk On History, host Lauren Dogaer talks with Jacob Damm, archaeologist and specialist in the ancient Levant, to explore the long and fascinating history of alcohol production and consumption in the region…
Episode 7: Drinking Culture in Iron Age Europe

August 29, 2026 · 37 min

In the seventh episode of Drunk On History, host Lauren Dogaer talks with Joshua Driscoll, an archaeologist specializing in Iron Age Europe. Together, they explore the diverse drinking cultures of Iron Age communities, from beer and mead…
Episode 6: Alcohol in Indian Religion and Sanskrit Texts

July 31, 2026 · 33 min

In the sixth episode of Drunk On History, host Lauren Dogaer talks with James McHugh, an expert in pre-modern India, Indian religion, and Sanskrit literature. Together, they explore what ancient Sanskrit texts reveal, and sometimes…
Episode 5: The Archaeology of Wine in the Roman Empire

June 28, 2026 · 35 min

In the fifth episode of Drunk On History, host Lauren Dogaer talks with Emlyn Dodd, archaeologist and expert on ancient wine production in the Roman world. Together, they explore the central role of wine in Roman society, from everyday…
Episode 4: Alcohol in Pharaonic Egypt

May 30, 2026 · 35 min

In the fourth episode of Drunk On History, host Lauren Dogaer talks with Morgan Moroney, Assistant Curator of Egyptian, Classical and Ancient Near Eastern Art at the Brooklyn Museum in New York. Together, they explore common assumptions…
Episode 3: The Greek Symposium

April 26, 2026 · 38 min

In the third episode of the Drunk On History podcast, host Lauren Dogaer and Professor Nadhira Hill of Randolph-Macon College delve into the fascinating world of ancient Greek drinking practices, particularly focusing on the symposium…
Episode 2: Beer in Bronze Age Mesopotamia

March 26, 2026 · 44 min

In this fascinating episode, host Lauren Dogaer sits down with Professor Tate Paulette of North Carolina State University, a leading expert in ancient urban food systems and Mesopotamian archaeology. Together, they explore the world of…
Episode 1: The Social Construct of Alcohol through the Ages

February 24, 2026 · 37 min

In the inaugural episode of Drunk on History, we’re joined by renowned anthropologist Prof. Michael Dietler for a deep dive into the complex social life of alcohol. Far from being just a beverage, alcohol has long been a powerful cultural…