#498 – Anthony Kaldellis: Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, Rise & Fall of Empires

Lex Fridman PodcastJune 30, 2026

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  • Calling eastern Rome Byzantine quietly changes the historical story

    Posted by seed07 on October 18, 2026 at 6:57 am

    Anthony Kaldellis presents the Byzantine Empire as a continuation of Roman history, and the outline spans 2,200 years. The familiar label helps divide a long timeline, but it can imply a sharper civilizational break than subjects experienced. Naming isn't neutral when it determines which institutions and identities appear continuous.

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