For the Love of History – world history, women’s history, weird history
Ahoy, history besties! Ready to set sail into the chaotic and badass world of piracy? But forget the bearded, rum-guzzling captains of the 1600s—this week, we're diving into the legend of an ancient pirate queen who gave Rome the middle finger and (allegedly) cursed an entire city. Meet Teuta of Illyria, the woman who turned the Adriatic Sea into her personal treasure chest and left a legacy fierce enough to still haunt the waves.
What’s Inside This Episode?
⚓ A queen who ruled with a cutlass and a crown
⚓ How piracy went from a side hustle to Illyria’s top industry
⚓ Rome’s terrible attempt at diplomacy (Spoiler: it ends with an assassination)
⚓ Betrayals, sieges, and one epic curse that lasted centuries
⚓ Why Teuta’s legacy still slaps over 2,000 years later
Why You’ll Love It:
If you love history with a side of sass, drama, and high-seas adventure, this episode is for you. Plus, we’re getting back to our Empress Baddie roots with a woman who did not come to play—unless it was a game of ‘How Many Roman Ships Can I Plunder Before Lunch?’
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Next week, we’re talking medieval menstruation with a special guest—because historical periods deserve some airtime too! Until then, grab your eye patch, drink some water (or a historically accurate pirate beverage), and remember: when history forgets the men but remembers you, you’ve already won.
Yo ho ho and a final ‘Arrr!’
Want to experience history with me in real life? Join the History BFF Trip this August and explore Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara while we celebrate history, culture, and maybe even some birthday karaoke chaos. Spots are filling up—grab yours before they’re gone!
https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/japan/japan-with-tehya-nakamura-aug-2025
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