Arson, murder and goddesses: secrets of a Seventh Wonder of the Ancient World

History Extra podcast

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History

4.3 • 4.5K Ratings

🗓️ 10 August 2025

⏱️ 31 minutes

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What would it have been like to have witness one of the most spectacular sights of the ancient world first-hand? Speaking to Rachel Dinning, Bettany Hughes explores the extraordinary Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. From its awe-inspiring grandeur to its dramatic tales of arson, murder, and sanctuary, she reveals the secrets and significance of this remarkable ancient site. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:34.0	Welcome to the History Extra podcast, fascinating historical conversations from the makers of BBC History Magazine.
0:43.3	Today we're journeying back to the ancient world, to shine a spotlight on one of its most captivating marvels, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus.
0:53.1	One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, this magnificent temple of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,
0:55.7	this magnificent temple was not just a feat of architectural brilliance,
1:00.0	but a vibrant centre of religious and cultural life.
1:03.5	To find out more,
1:04.8	Rachel Dining is joined by the acclaimed historian, broadcaster and author,
1:08.8	Bettany Hughes, who's the presenter of a new series on The
1:12.0	Seven Wonders that's airing now on Channel 5, or available to stream on 5.
1:17.9	Welcome, Bettany, to the History Extra podcast.
1:20.8	It's great to have you back.
1:22.4	Lovely to be back.
1:23.6	Lovely to see you again.
1:24.5	Very lovely to see you.
1:26.1	And today we are going to be talking about
1:29.2	the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, which is now in Western Turkey. And this was one of the
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