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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 o ...
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Mer Herosner Podcast, Dr. Shushan Karapetian, Director of the USC Institute of Armenian Studies, joins Vic and Mike for a very interesting conversation 🎙️ Dr. Karapetian is a distinguished scholar with a PhD in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures from UCLA. Her groundbreaking research on Eastern Armeni…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mer Herosner podcast, Vic and Mike are joined by the illustrious creator and director, Roger Kupelian, to dive into his groundbreaking Patreon-exclusive webisode series, "Warrior Saints." This series breathes life into the obscured stories of legendary warriors whose valor and strategic genius not only…
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Send us a Text Message. In this captivating episode of Mer Herosner, we delve into the intriguing origins of the Cilician Kingdom of Armenia, a pivotal chapter in Armenian history. Join Vic and Mike as they explore the ambitious beginnings of this storied realm, focusing on the visionary leader at its heart, Prince Ruben. Discover the challenges an…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Mer Herosner podcast, we delve into the heart of Jerusalem's historic Armenian Quarter with special guests Setrag Balian and Hagop Djernasian, the passionate founders of Save the ArQ. This movement is dedicated to the defense and preservation of one of the oldest continuously inhabited Armenian diaspora co…
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Send us a Text Message. In this captivating episode of Mer Herosner podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Armen Manuk-Khaloyan, a distinguished historian and expert on Armenian history during the Ottoman empire. Our journey with Armen delves deep into the rich and complex tapestry of Armenian life in the Ottoman Empire from the mid-19th to early 20th…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic was recently invited to join Chris B and Rob K on their podcast, Real Dad Talk. They had a heartfelt conversation about the joys and challenges of fatherhood, sharing experiences in raising kids in today's world. They discuss their relationships with their own fathers, compare parenting styles, and discussed how to navig…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Vic and Mike as they invite special guest, Michael Lee Gavlak to the studio. Michael, is an Emmy Award-winning Hollywood producer. In 2017, he encountered the story of Talaat's assassination and the consequential landmark court case, a tale that surprisingly was new to him. Puzzled by his unfamiliarity with this signifi…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Vic and Mike for the finale episode in 2023, as they delve into the intriguing and rich history of the Bagratuni Era, culminating with an in-depth exploration of King Gagik II's reign – a period marked by pivotal moments and the end of the Bagratuni Dynasty. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/D7yr--wg_So Join our …
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the critical issue of addressing displacement and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Armenians of Artsakh. Our special guests, Vigen Arabian and Edgar Akopian from the Support Our Heroes Armenian NGO, bring their unique insights and experiences to this vital conversation. Don't…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode titled "Brothers in Conflict: Smbat III, Ashot IV, and The Sunset of Bagratuni Rule," we delve into the fascinating story of Smbat III, Ashot IV, and the eventual decline of the Bagratuni dynasty. Explore the historical significance and the conflicts that shaped their rule in this captivating narrative. Throu…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into the captivating history of King Gagik I Bagratuni, a prominent figure who ruled over Armenia during the illustrious year of 990. Join us as we unravel the captivating account of King Gagik I Bagratuni's reign, which unveiled Armenia's Golden Era and left an indelible mark on the nation's rich h…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we welcome the incredible Katia Karageuzian to the Mer Herosner podcast! Katia, the author of the award-winning book "Forbidden Homeland," will be sharing her inspiring journey from her professional career to acclaimed writer. We'll dive into the heart of her "labor of love project," exploring Armenian heritage, h…
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode, Vic and Mike will dive deep into the touching and inspiring story of the Armenian community's unwavering solidarity with the displaced families from Artsakh. As the crisis unfolds, how is the Armenian diaspora responding? To give us a firsthand account, we're honored to have Tavit Ohanian, a key figu…
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Send us a Text Message. We have the distinct honor of hosting a leading authority in the field of Armenian art and architectural history, Dr. Christina Maranci, PhD. With numerous publications under her belt, Dr. Maranci has been instrumental in shedding light on the richness of Armenian heritage, especially the mesmerizing period of the Bagratid D…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike are back with a new season of Mer Herosner Podcast. In this episode they will dive into the story of Armenian King Smbat II rule during the end of the 10th century. Watch here https://youtu.be/Di5NLPqWOmA Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9jBwzX_6QkUFrfxw6t8…
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Send us a Text Message. Special Episode: We dive into the significant role the diaspora is playing during the Artsakh blockade. We outline Artsakh's history, then spotlight the diaspora's global efforts in support of their homeland. Featuring insights from special guests who are involved in bringing awareness to the blockade, this episode will high…
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Send us a Text Message. Quick Update about our summer plans and season 4. Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9jBwzX_6QkUFrfxw6t8mg/join For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ Support The Show https://www.patreon.com/merherosner questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Foll…
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Send us a Text Message. Author of the book White Genocide: Explaining the Origins of It and Providing the Solution, Artashes Keshishyan joins Vic and Mike live from Canada to discuss the assimilation of Armenian language, music, traditions and history in the diaspora and Armenia. Don't miss this episode! Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we dive into the history of the Armenian genocide and its impact on the Armenian diaspora. Special guest Los Angeles County Commissioner, Community Advocate/Activist, David Gevorkyan joins Vic and Mike live in the studio to discuss the struggles faced in the aftermath of the genocide and how Armenians mainta…
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Send us a Text Message. Founder and member of the Armenian Film Society, Armen Karaoghlanian joins Vic and Mike in the studios to talk about 100 year history of Armenian film Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/live/Lgyz3fWaQwo Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9jBwzX_6QkUFrfxw6t8mg/joi…
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Send us a Text Message. Dr Gevork Nazarian retunes to the studio with Vic and Mike to talk about four centuries of Armenian Americans and their integral part of the American fabric from 1618 to the present. Join us live and don't miss this great educational episode MerTalk: Exploring The Cradle of Civilization Get your tickets here https://agbupac.…
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Send us a Text Message. The Armenian question refers to a series of political and territorial disputes surrounding the Armenian people and their homeland. The question dates back to the late 19th century and has been marked by massacres, forced deportations, and territorial conflicts. At the heart of the issue is the desire of the Armenian people f…
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Send us a Text Message. Special correspondent Elena Semerdjian joins Vic and Mike in the studion to discuss the incredible story about Queen Khosrovanush - the wife of King Ashot III the Merciful. watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/live/4R-9JkF4-04 Join us live and don't miss this great educational episode MerTalk: Exploring The Cradle of …
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Send us a Text Message. Historian Gevork Nazaryan joins Vic and Mike live in the studio for the first time to discuss the the first republic of Armenia in 1918. We'll dive deep on it foundations, the turbulent times, and its downfall to the Bolshevik movement. MerTalk: Exploring The Cradle of Civilization Get your tickets here https://agbupac.ticke…
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Send us a Text Message. British Journalist and author Tom de Waal joins Vic and Mike live from London to discuss his book Black Garden and help us unpack the Caucasus conflict from it's earlier days in 1988 to present day. Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/live/Lf8Z9BHy0qY Purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Garden-Armenia-Aze…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Mer Herosner, we learn more about the 10th century king Ashot III the Merciful. Ashot was the ruler of the Bagratuni Kingdom, and during his reign he achieved significant achievements, including the restoration of religious monuments and the introduction of new legal systems. Who was Ashot III the Merciful…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Mer Herosner, Mike Cunningham joins Vic and Mike live from Austin, Texas to talk about the amazing connections to some unexpected famous people with their Armenian ancestry and the actual impact that it has on the Armenian diaspora. Don't miss this episode! Watch on YouTube https://youtube.com/live/6NCaTb8…
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode, we'll be discussing the recent conflict in Artsakh, and its impact on the people of Artsakh and the surrounding region with special guest Vicken Arabian from Support Our Heroes, Armenia. We'll explore the past, present, and future of the conflict, and provide my thoughts on what it means for the peop…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mer Heroesner Podcast, Special corresponded Elena Semerdjian joins Vic and Mike live in the studio as we explore the legacy of Queen Tamar of Vaspurakan. Tamar was a powerful queen who led her kingdom to great economic successes. Yet little is known about her life and her legacy. We explore the mystery…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike join Kristine Kumuryan in their studio for an interview on Kandid Koffe and discuss life, history, politics, and have some great laughs. We hope you enjoy this episode. Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sxjK2qmNESY Follow Kandid Koffee at https://www.youtube.com/@kandidkoffee7862 Follow Kristine on Instagram…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mer Herosner Podcast, we take a look at King Abas Bagratuni, one of the most important Armenian monarchs. We explore his life, his battles, and his fortress of Kars. If you're interested in Armenian history, then this episode is a must-listen. King Abas Bagratuni is one of the most influential Armenian…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mer Herosner Podcast, we discuss the life of King Ashot II, The Iron King. From his trials and tribulations to his impressive tabulations, this is a story you don't want to miss! Whether you're a fan of history or not, this is a story that you'll want to hear. King Ashot II, The Iron King is a fascinat…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Mer Herosner, special guest Yegishe Kazarain joins us live as we explore new genetics data that shows Indo-European Homeland in Armenian Highlands. Urartu was an ancient kingdom located in the Armenian Highlands that is credited with launching the Proto-Indo-European language family. In this episode of Hid…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Mer Herosner, archaeologist Miqayel Badlayan joins Vic and Mike live from Armenia as we explore the secrets that the Erebuni Fortress holds. Located in Armenia, this fortress was once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Urartu. In this episode, we discuss the history of the Erebuni Fortress, as well as s…
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Send us a Text Message. Hamlet Nersesian joins Vic and Mike to discuss the similarities of the Mongols and Slejuks and how they influenced Armenian history and the Armenophobia of today. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/1jro5-aGetU Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9jBwzX_6QkUFrfxw6t8mg…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we celebrate our 50th episode and reflect on what we have covered so far. Talk about our favorite episodes, giveaways, and special guests join us for some stories and great laughs. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/xebUAOVFJfI Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/cha…
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Send us a Text Message. World Famous Canadian-Armenian photographer Hrayr Baze Khacheryan joins Vic and Mike live in the studio to discuss the lost treasures of Artsakh and Jugha Khatchkars. Watch the live stream here https://youtu.be/caPPlJIGOaQ Join our Mer Hersoner channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9jBwzX_6QkUFrf…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike discuss the life of The Life of King Gagik I Artsruni and The Kingdom Of Vaspurakan. From his beginnings as a prince to being crowned king. His betrayal to King Smbat I and Kingdom of Armenia to his magnificent architectural development of Vaspurakan. Watch the episode here https://youtu.be/S0qJo7P1Bzk Join our …
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike are back with their research in to the life of King Smbat I Bagratuni. A life of man who faced so many trial and tribulations to keep the United Kingdom of Armenia strong and prosperous, yet only to be betrayed by his closest family. For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosne…
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Send us a Text Message. Jivan Avetisyan, Filmmaker and Director from Armenia joins Vic and Mike in the studio to discuss the history of film making in Armenia, the stories they tell, and the future of the industry. Watch the live here: https://youtu.be/YKfdP_QqGPA Tickets for GATE TO HEAVEN : https://www.fandango.com/gate-to-heaven-2022-227700/movi…
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Send us a Text Message. Hayk Nazaryan joins Vic and Mike to talk about his journey from growing up in Los Angeles, repatriating to Armenian, serving in the military and the 2020 Artsakh war. For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/merhero…
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Send us a Text Message. Special guest cartographer, Rouben Galichian joins Vic and Mike to discuss the history of Armenia's maps and it's ever changing borders. Watch the live here https://youtu.be/SKs7Wz8OFjo For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Follow us on Instagram https://www.in…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike are back with Mer Herosner season 3. Special guest, founder of People of Ar, Yeghishe Kazarian joins live from Greece to discuss his extensive research on the Kingdom of Urartu and the Urartians. Watch the live here: https://youtu.be/_LrkyCDqUIw For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at po…
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Send us a Text Message. WiseNuts Podcast and Mer Hersoner Podcast come together to host a special live stream to cover the current developments in Armenia. Multiple guest join from around the world to help put prospective to what the fate of Armenia is and what we can do ourselves. Watch the live here: https://youtu.be/MtYGTmdgOl8 Follow WiseNuts P…
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Send us a Text Message. Analyst of Armenian history Hamlet Nersesian joins Vic and Mike to discuss the importance of Armenian History and the attempts to falsified it by foreign powers. Watch the episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/14X8sJkwGd8 For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Fol…
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Send us a Text Message. Vic and Mike cover the life of King Ashot I Bagratuni and all of his efforts to restore the Great Kingdom Of Armenia in the 9th Century. Watch the episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/LoExNzUPrlY For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Follow us on Instagram https…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 of King Ashot I Bagratuni. Watch the episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/wi1mqciC…
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Send us a Text Message. 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_zXFcwAeWM For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ questions? email us at pod@merherosner.com Support the Show. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagr…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 For merchandise: https://merherosner.com/ Support The Show https://www.patreon.com/merherosner Supp…
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