Ali Olomi
Historian, writer and podcaster and Loyola Marymount University scholar who specializes in medieval Baghdad and served as a consultant on Assassin's Creed Mirage, providing expertise on the Banu Musa.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 45min
The Da Vinci of Medieval Baghdad: Who Were The Sons Of Moses?
Dr Ali Olomi, historian and Loyola Marymount scholar who consults on medieval Baghdad, introduces the Banu Musa, three influential brothers of the Abbasid era. They discuss the brothers’ roles at the House of Wisdom. Listeners hear about their engineering manuals, water-driven automata, musical machines and political power in Baghdad’s meritocratic world.
Aug 17, 2022 • 57min
Metals, Part One
Join Edward Hunter, an armorer from The Met, Marco Leona, a scientific researcher, and other experts as they dive into the magical world of metals. They discuss the enchanting craft of 16th-century armor, revealing its artistry and social significance. Explore the ancient Chinese bianzhong bells and their powerful history. Delve into the dual nature of lead, balancing its uses with its risks. Discover the cultural depths of the Sigale Gale puppet and its connection to grief, and see how copper embodies stories of memory and art in Islamic traditions.
