The Philistines (opens in new tab)

Perhaps best known from the Biblical tale of David and Goliath, the Philistines were an ancient civilisation who lived on the south coast of Canaan. Despite living over a millennia ago, their name has been rebranded as a description of someone who disregards intellectual pursuits - but how, and why, was this connection made? Just who were the philistines, and what do we know about them?In today's episode, Tristan is joined by archaeologist, and leading Philistine expert, Dr Aren Maeir, leader...