Mer Herosner: Unveiling the History of an Ancient Land
Mer herosner, is a podcast about Armenian history and culture. Every episode your hosts Vic Aslanyan and Mike Balian will be learning about the Armenian rich history by discussing different eras, people, and events. They also invite historians and educators across the world to discuss these topics. The goal is to teach our new generation about our rich history going back 12,000 years. We believe history is the fruit of power, and we cannot allow foreign forces to falsify our history. It is our job to make sure that this and next generation knows and understand who we are as Armenians and what we have given to this world. Subscribe and stay tuned, you will not be disappointed!
Episodes
93 episodes
S2: EP22: History of Armenia in the 9th Century (One Year Anniversary Episode)
Vic and Mike celebrate the one year anniversary of the Mer Herosner Podcast. They dive into the 9th Century of Armenian history and discuss all events leading up to the rebirth of the Armenian Kingdom at end of the 9th century with the crowning...
Season 2: Episode 21: History of Armenia in the 8th Century
Vic and Mike dive into the 8th Century of Armenian history and discuss all the turmoil and battles involving the Arab Caliphate. Watch the episode here https://youtu.be/g_zXFcwAeWMFor merchandise: https://merherosner.com/
Season 2: Episode 20: History of Armenia in the 7th Century Pt 2
Vic and Mike continue reading and discussing about the Armenian history in the 7th century. They cover the end of the Sassanian empire and the invasion of the Arab Caliphate. Watch the episode here https://youtu.be/4Wsm2NSOodw<...
Season 2: Episode 19: Christian Conversion and Armenian Identity
Anthropologist, Madlen Avetyan joins Vic and Mike in the studio to talk about the Armenian Identity during the conversion to Christianity in the 4th centuryWatch the live here https://youtu.be/DuDTHzd8YGEFor merchandise: https:/...
Season 2: Episode 18: History of Armenia in the 7th Century Pt 1
Vic and Mike discuss the history of Armenia in the 7th century. They cover the tale of Emperor Heraclius the Elder who was of Armenian origins along with his son and their battle against the Sassanian Shahs. Watch the episode on Yo...
Season 2: Episode 17: The Armenian Vishap (dragon) stones
Dr. Arsen Bobokhyan joins Vic and mike live to discuss the unique monuments called "vishapakar" (dragon stones) which have been preserved for thousands of years and their secrets are far from being deciphered.Watch here https://youtu.be...
S2: EP16: Uncovering the Untold Story of Armenia's Sixth Century! Part 2
Vic and Mike continue their conversation about the history of Armenian in the 6th century. They cover the stories of Artavazd, Nerses, and Mousheg Mamikonian. Watch here https://youtu.be/liZvDeYQkGgFor merchandise: http...
S2: EP15: Uncovering the Untold Story of Armenia's Sixth Century! Part 1
Vic and Mike read and discuss the history of Armenian in the sixth century. They cover the constant struggle of Armenia being under the Roma and Persian rule and the great achievements of Nerses Kamsarakan.WATCH THE LIVE HERE https://yo...
Season 2: Episode 14: The Woodrow Wilson's Arbitral Award with Ara Papian
Mr. Ara Papian joins us live in the studio to discuss the The Woodrow Wilson's Arbitral Award, its history and how important it is for the future of Armenia.Watch the livestream here https://youtu.be/x_CZfLs0d8MFor merchandise: ...
Season 2: Episode 13: The Life of Andranik Ozanian
Historian Gevork Nazarian joins Vic and Mike live from Yerevan to discuss the life of legendary General Andarnik Ozanian aka Andranik Pasha.Watch the livestream here https://youtu.be/Lims7ZH5ZksFor merchandise: https://merherosn...
Season 2: Episode 12: The Orphan Carpet - Live from Ararat-Eskijian Museum
Heratch Kozibeyokian joins Vic and Mike live from the Ararat-Eskijian Museum to continue their conversation about historical Armenian rugs from the 19th century and the famous Orphan carpet form the 20th century after the Armenian Genocide....
S2: EP11: Uncovering the Untold Story of the Vahanants War & The Treaty of Nvarsak
Vic and Mike continue discussing the House of Mamikonina continues battle against the Sassanians for the freedom of their religion in Armenian with the Vahanants War and the Treaty of NvarsakSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www....
S2: EP10: How a Small War Changed the Course of History: The Vardanants War and The Battle of Avarayr
Vic and Mike are back with their research and discuss the The Vardanants War and The Battle of Avarayr Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/MerHerosnerPodcastFor merchandise: https://merherosner.com/
Season 2: Episode 9: Ancient Chemists with Dr. Vahan Setyan PhD
Dr Vahan Setyan returns to discuss the Ancient Chemists of Armenia and Armenian Highlands.Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/Y2M7h56A1KkFollow Dr. Setyan https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076718102369For...
Season 2: Episode 8: Spyurk (Armenian Diaspora) with Dr. Tigran Avagyan PhD
Vic and Mike have a conversation about the Armenian diaspora, its past, present, and future with Dr. Tigran Avagyan PhD. He is a professor of Political Science. He is also the former Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine. He is ...
Season 2: Episode 7: Armenians of Aintab with historian and author Ümit Kurt
Vic and Mike discuss the history of Armenians in the city of Aintab from the early 19th to begging of 20th century with historian and author of the book, The Armenians of Aintab: The Economics of Genocide in an Ottoman Province, Ümit Kurt.<...
Season 2: Episode 6: Carla Garapedian
Filmmaker, director, writer and broadcaster Carla Garapedian join Vic and Mike live on YouTube to talk about here career as an Armenian woman in the entertainment industry. Her work as a producer on the movie The Promise, and her upcoming new f...
Season 2: Episode 5: Project Save
Vic and Mike have a fascinating conversation with founder and president of Project Save, Ruth Thomasian and executive director Arto Vaun.Watch the live here https://youtu.be/NnZfTe92pncFor merchandise: https://merherosner.com/
Season 2: Episode 4: Arshakuni Dynasty Part 2
Vic and Mike continue their conversations about the Arashkuni Dynasty covering Queen Parandzem, King Pap, and other monarchs who reigned in a 400+ year span of this great Dynasty For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/que...
Season 2: Episode 3: The Missing Pages With Professor of Art History Heghnar Watenpaugh, Ph.D.
Join Vic and Mike as they discuss the book "The Missing Page" with Professor of Art History from UC Davis, Heghnar Watenpaugh, Ph.D. and its connection with cultural heritage and human rights. You may also watch the live here https...
Season 2: Episode 2: Arshakuni Dynasty Part 1
Vic and Mike discuss the 400+ years of the Arshakuni Dynasty from its first king Trtad I all the wat to Arshak II. They dive deep into the pinacol point in Armenian history and the acceptance of Christianity as a nation under the rule of Trtad ...
Season 2: Episode 1: Armenian History Through Coinage with guest Dr. Joseph Sarkissian
Dr Joseph Sarkissian, who is a coin collector and history researcher joins Vic and Mike live on YouTube and Facebook for a trip down history lane of ancient Armenian History through coinage. For the great visual of these coins, yo...
Live Q&A Show On YouTube and Facebook
Vic and Mike host a live end of the year Q&A show with special guest and have great laughs, conversation about current events, history, and plans for 2022. You may also watch the live by clicking here https://youtu.be/mRxcwwanQ6g ...
Season 1: Episode 18: Artashes Dynasty
Vic and Mike discuss the 200 year history of the Artashes Dynasty and cover important events which took place with the Romans, Parthians, and the great Kings and Queens of The Armenian Kingdom Visit https://www.armenianrugsso...
Season 1: Episode 17: History of Armenian Rugs with Hratch Kozibeyokian
Vic and Mike interview the president of the Armenian Rug Society Hratch Kozibeyokian and learn about the history of Armenian rug making dating back 10,000 years Visit https://www.armenianrugssociety.org to learn more about th...