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Emperors of Rome

La Trobe University
Catiline Conspiracy
Cicero
Rome
Sallust
Julius Caesar
Senate
Roman Empire
Martial
Hispala Faecena
Late Republic
Domitian
Social Wars
Pompey the Great
Cato
La Trobe University
Bacchus
Second Punic War
Land Reform
Roman Politics
Debt Cancellation

“Great empires are not maintained by timidity.” - Tacitus. A podcast series looking at the rulers of the ancient Roman empire, by Dr Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith.

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Arria, and her daughter of the same name, were celebrated in Roman literature for their virtues, piety, and devotion to family. Remembered above all for their willingness to embrace self-sacrifice, their lives and deaths became exemplars of courage a... more

In times of antiquity, alongside the Via Appia, stood the Laudatio Turiae, a funerary inscription praising the life of an exceptional Roman woman. While we aren’t sure of her actual identity her husband was clearly fond to her, and wanted everyone ap... more

In times of antiquity, alongside the Via Appia, stood the Laudatio Turiae, a funerary inscription praising the life of an exceptional Roman woman. While we aren’t sure of her actual identity her husband was clearly fond to her, and wanted everyone ap... more

When Nero took his own life in 68CE it was the end of an era for Rome. The Julio-Claudians had ruled for close to 100 years, and with the end of the dynasty there was confusion, civil war, and an outpouring of grief.

Some would exploit this confus... more

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Recent Guests

Zachary Herz
Assistant Professor in Classics
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: False Nero
Mary Beard
Classicist, author, and Cambridge University professor
Cambridge University
Episode: Imperial Dining (with Mary Beard)
Caillan Davenport
Associate Professor, Head of the Centre for Classical Studies
Australian National University
Episode: Episode CCXXXIV - Dyarchy Plus One (Diocletian II)
Rhiannon Evans
Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History
La Trobe University
Episode: Episode CCXXVII - The Catiline Comparison (The Catiline Conspiracy VIII)
Nick Bisley
Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences
La Trobe University
Episode: Episode CCXXVII - The Catiline Comparison (The Catiline Conspiracy VIII)
Dr. Emma Southon
Co-host of the History is Sexy podcast and author of A History of the Roman Empire in 21 Women
History is Sexy podcast
Episode: Episode CCXIX - Hispala Faecena and the Bacchanalia Conspiracy

Hosts

Matt Smith
Host of Emperors of Rome.
Dr. Rhiannon Evans
Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Just stick to actual history, please

    The actual history part of this podcast is great. I only gave four starts instead of five because of the woketard land acknowledgments at the end of every episode and the one super-cringe episode on the Cataline Conspiracy where they try to draw a comparison to American politics. That episode was trash, and the numerous basic factual errors on American politics and political events should embarrass everyone involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kjolnir
    United States15 days ago
  • Deep dive into sources!

    Hosts always dive into the sources and provides view points that are not always elaborated on. If you want an accurate overview of ancient Roman history and alternative understanding of history this is a great podcast. I love this podcast and listen every time I see a new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8990jc
    United States2 months ago
  • Y

    Nice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glitch Plunger Cameraman
    Australia3 months ago
  • So Much More Than Just the Emperors

    Love this podcast, as well as “Raising Standards.” I’m just getting started on “When in Rome,” but I’m sure I’ll like that too! Rhiannon and Matt have a great rapport, and I learn a lot, in a very accessible way.

    I really enjoy the conversational nature of the episodes. A listener will learn about the Latin language and general Mediterranean History as well, provided by Dr. Evans and additionally encouraged and prompted by Matt Smith’s great questions and observations. A blend of History ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seriocom
    United States3 months ago
  • It’s BC & AD, not BCE and CE

    I cannot do it anymore. I cannot sit through another episode of this podcast as it continues to try and change how we, in the Anglosphere, due to being predominately Christian for a millennia, say whether something happened before or after Christ’s birth.

    Academics seem to think calling it “Before Common Era” is a clever way to drive their modern, atheist/agnostic view on the world without going whole hog, I.e. changing the entire calendar. “BCE is near to what we say normally, so what differ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sir Attica
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Reviews highlight the enjoyable rapport between the hosts, enhancing the learning experience.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' engaging delivery and in-depth exploration of ancient history.
The podcast fosters an appreciation for lesser-known historical figures and events, sometimes challenging mainstream narratives.
The content is noted for its educational depth, balancing accessibility with academic rigour.
Some listeners have critiqued specific terminology used in discussions, indicating a preference for traditional terms over modern reinterpretations.

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False Nero
Q: What is it about this trend then that you think it happened around Nero?
There seems to be a genuine desire by the people to believe in the return of a beloved leader amidst political upheaval.
False Nero
Q: Why do you think that it was the Eastern provinces, the Eastern part of the Roman Empire, that these false Nero seemed to crop up?
The eastern provinces had a strong cultural connection to Nero, who was enamored with Greece and its culture.
Episode CCXIX - Hispala Faecena and the Bacchanalia Conspiracy
Q: What are we going to be learning about today?
We're going to discuss Hispanic Faecena and her role in the Bacchanalia conspiracy.
Episode CCXIX - Hispala Faecena and the Bacchanalia Conspiracy
Q: How did you choose the women that you decided to put into your book?
It was a long process that focused on underrepresented figures in various historical periods, ensuring a chronological representation.
Episode CCXXVII - The Catiline Comparison (The Catiline Conspiracy VIII)
Q: How do you think it flows in the opposite direction? Do you think that Catiline shows a lot of Trumpian qualities?
Both characters play on a sense of nostalgia for a past glory that never truly existed, and both mobilized grievances in similar ways.

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Focused on the rulers of the ancient Roman Empire, this series engages listeners with in-depth discussions on historical figures, significant events, and cultural contexts that shaped Rome's imperial narrative. The hosts, with their academic backgrounds, blend rigorous scholarship with a conversational style, making complex historical concepts accessible to a wide audience. Episodes explore themes such as political intrigue, the lives of prominent Emperors, and societal issues prevalent during their reigns, often critiquing traditional narratives and examining lesser-known aspects of Roman history.

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2. Mary Beard
3. Caillan Davenport
4. Rhiannon Evans
5. Nick Bisley
6. Dr. Emma Southon

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