Sep 9, 2016
Rome had never seen anything like the three—day celebration of Octavian’s three-fold triumph — for his victories in Illyricum, Actium, and Alexandria — held in August of 29 BC. He was granted a range of new powers, some he even refused as being too...
Sep 2, 2016
The poets of Rome vilify Cleopatra and yet also are in awe of her. Antony’s name and memory is wiped from the official records. And a Cicero gets to rejoice in the news of Antony’s suicide. But of course the question on everyone’s lips is –...
Aug 26, 2016
This is one of those episodes that feel like major turning points in the narrative. Ever since Julius Caesar was assassinated, way way back in 44 BCE, Mark Antony has been one of our main characters. He bestrode the Roman world like a colossus. And today we kill him...
Aug 18, 2016
The Battle of Actium begins. Octavian (& Agrippa) versus Mark Antony (& Cleopatra) fight to see who will be the last man standing in Rome. [powerpress] HOW TO LISTEN If you’re seeing this message, it means you aren’t logged in as a...
Aug 12, 2016
After 13 years of being frenemies, shit finally comes to a head between Octavian and Antony (and Cleopatra) as they throw down gauntlets that will lead them to the Battle of Actium on 2 September, 31 BCE. [powerpress] HOW TO LISTEN If you’re seeing this...
Aug 5, 2016
We’re back! On this episode, Octavia and Livia are made sacrosanct and granted unprecedented honours. We talk about “pater familias”, something Ray is trying hard to bring back. Then Antony gets back on the horse and captures Slartibartfast aka King...
Jul 15, 2016
Agrippa rolls up his sleeves and gets shit done (literally) and we talk about the woman who ruled a country, wrote a book about make-up, and could talk 27 languages – including the language of love – Cleopatra. [powerpress] HOW TO LISTEN If you’re...
Jul 8, 2016
Octavian fights in Illyricum (Croatia) where he reportedly is a brave and daring leader of men (cough cough bullshit). When he gets back to Rome, he and Agrippa start MAKING ROME GREAT AGAIN. They don’t build a wall – but they do build a few aqueducts and...
Jul 1, 2016
Meanwhile back at Rome, Octavian decides he will now be known as Imperator Caesar. He crucifies 6000 slaves, creates Rome’s first public police and fire brigade and is made Tribune For Life. Not bad for someone who is still under 30. Then he decides to rescue...
Jun 17, 2016
Let’s talk some more about Antony’s Parthian campaign. If you're seeing this message, it means you aren't logged in as a subscriber. If want to listen to the premium episodes of the series - hundreds of episodes on the lives of Julius, Augustus, Tiberius, Claudius,...
Jun 10, 2016
Let’s talk about Antony’s Parthian campaign. If you're seeing this message, it means you aren't logged in as a subscriber. If want to listen to the premium episodes of the series - hundreds of episodes on the lives of Julius, Augustus, Tiberius, Claudius, Caligula,...
Jun 3, 2016
In this episode we say goodbye to two members of the triumvirate – Sextus Pompeius and Lepidus. If you're seeing this message, it means you aren't logged in as a subscriber. If want to listen to the premium episodes of the series - hundreds of episodes on the...
May 29, 2016
Thanks to everyone who nominated us for a Podcast Award! We made the official “Society & Culture” nomination list! Now we need you to go and vote for us. You can vote for us once a day. Vote early, vote often! If we win, there will be a very special...
May 20, 2016
Our guest today is Lindsay Powell, history detective, and the guy who wrote the book about everyone’s favourite right-hand man, Agrippa!
May 6, 2016
How much does Agrippa know about naval battles? NADA! But what he does know about is GETTING SHIT DONE RIGHT. And so that’s what he does on today’s episode. Meanwhile, Ray get’s his sweet, sweet revenge. If you're seeing this message, it means you...
Apr 22, 2016
Sextus defeats Octavian’s fleet with the help of Neptune, god of the sea. Octavian invites Antony to come to Brundisium but then stands him up because he’s too busy banging the new bride. But they meet again six months later and hug it out. Agrippa gets...
Apr 15, 2016
There is peace in Italy. So why is Octavian building so many ships? And why did he have to have his first shave ever to impress Livia – his new squeeze? Maybe Octavian has a plan? If you're seeing this message, it means you aren't logged in as a subscriber. If...
Apr 8, 2016
We finally get to spend some time talking about Octavian’s right-hand man, Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa. Antony and Octavia (his new wife) both went east to spend the winter of 39 – 38 BCE in Athens, where they are worshipped as gods. If you're seeing this...
Mar 27, 2016
Back when we were in Vegas in January, we recorded an interview with author Steve Saylor about his latest Gordianus book “THE WRATH OF THE FURIES”. Unfortunately, we had some technical issues during the recording. We’ve done our best to salvage it...
Mar 11, 2016
This episode is all about Sextus Pompey, aka Sexy P, how he held Italy to ransom and his eventual negotiations with the triumvirs. If you're seeing this message, it means you aren't logged in as a subscriber. If want to listen to the premium episodes of the series -...
