In May 323, a week before his intended invasion of Arabia, Alexander throws a party to celebrate the announcement by the oracle of Zeus Ammon at Siwah that Hephaestion is to receive a heroic cult. He is then invited to an after party attended by twenty of his inner circle. He drinks a massive cup of wine – and collapses in pain. Eight days later, the king of the world is DEAD.

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The Music: We want to get down on our knees and worship the amazing and talented composer who offered us the use of one of his amazing tracks, “Hero”, as our theme music: Jofre Horta. He's already a big deal in the composing world but he's going to be even bigger – and you can say you heard him first on our little show! Listen to his whole album on Spotify or iTunes.