Alexandria

Type: Location

Alexandria

As of November 2026, Alexandria has been mentioned in 3 episodes across 3 podcasts, first heard Apr 2022 on Dan Carlin. In the episode "EP 20 A Republic Lost at Sea" on Dan Carlin, Alexandria is highlighted as a key location in the narrative, particularly in relation to Cleopatra and the Ptolemaic Dynasty. It is described as the greatest city in the Mediterranean world and a significant cultural center. This context emphasizes Alexandria's historical importance in shaping events during that era.

Alexandria is a major city in Egypt. Lying at the western edge of the Nile River Delta, it extends about 40 km (25 mi) along the country's northern coast. It is Egypt's principal seaport, the second largest city after Cairo, and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was one of the largest and most important cities of antiquity and a leading hub for science, culture, and scholarship.

Alexandria at a glance
Mentioned in3 episodes on 3 podcasts (as of November 2026)
First heardApr 2022 on Dan Carlin
Typecity
CountryEgypt

What do podcasts say about Alexandria?

2 quotes, recorded on Dan Carlin and Glen Scrivener (Speak Life).

How do different shows talk about Alexandria?

3 shows discussed Alexandria in these episodes.

Who talks about Alexandria on podcasts?

Alexandria came up; the most recent mention was May 2026 on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life).

Which podcasts mention Alexandria most?

NPR (1 episode), Dan Carlin (1 episode) and Glen Scrivener (Speak Life) (1 episode) mention Alexandria most.

  1. NPR — 1 episode
  2. Dan Carlin — 1 episode
  3. Glen Scrivener (Speak Life) — 1 episode

What is Alexandria mentioned alongside?

Alexandria is most often mentioned alongside Ptolemaic Dynasty, Ukraine and Arches National Park.

Located here: Ptolemaic Dynasty

Mentioned together: Ukraine, Arches National Park, Latino advocacy groups, Ryan Lucas, James Comey, US District Judge Cameron McGowan Curry, Joanna Kakissis, Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, Aya Batrawy