The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age culture that flourished on the island of Crete from around 2000 to 1500 BCE. The Minoans were known for their advanced architectural, artistic, and religious practices, which had a profound influence on the development of later Greek culture.

The podcast episodes 'There Once Was a Man Named Minos, the Bronze Age Minoans of Crete' and 'The Bronze Age, Mythic Origins and the Real People Behind Them' provide in-depth discussions of the Minoan civilization, exploring its palatial centers, religious practices, artwork, and writing systems, as well as how this ancient culture has influenced Greek mythology and the transition to the Iron Age period.