Emperors Of Rome

  • Autor: Vários
  • Narrador: Vários
  • Editora: Podcast
  • Duração: 120:36:42
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Sinopse

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.

Episódios

  • Episode XXII - What a Artist Dies in Nero

    23/03/2015 Duração: 20min

    Nero always seemed more interested in a playboy lifestyle than managing Rome, and this angered the people of Rome, the Senate and the military.

  • Episode XXI - The Great Fire of Rome in 64CE

    16/03/2015 Duração: 14min

    Nero’s biggest test as an Emperor came when a great fire tore through Rome in 64AD. What caused this fire and how Nero acted and reacted is a debate that academics continue to this day.

  • Interlude - Q and A

    12/03/2015 Duração: 18min

    We put out a call to the audience for questions and you responded! Here are our answers.

  • Episode XX - Agrippina the Younger

    09/03/2015 Duração: 23min

    Agrippina the Younger was well connected in Rome - the sister of emperor Caligula, the wife of Claudius and the mother of Nero, she was at the centre of power for many years - and some say she held it herself.

  • Episode XIX - Nero the Youngest Emperor

    02/03/2015 Duração: 14min

    At the age of 17, Nero is the youngest Emperor yet. Through influence and guidance he takes Rome through what is called ‘five good years’, but it isn’t going to last.

  • Episode XVIII - The Life of Claudius

    16/02/2015 Duração: 18min

    Claudius brings his own style to the emperor which makes him enemies in both his family and the senate.

  • Episode XVII - Claudius Conquers Britannia

    09/02/2015 Duração: 11min

    The new emperor Claudius has a strong grounding as a scholar, but little experience as a soldier. He turns his attention to a land that has remained virtually untouched since Caesar's time: Britannia.

  • Episode XVI - Claudius the Unlikely Emperor

    02/02/2015 Duração: 13min

    With Caligula's brief rule leaving the Julio-Claudians in a sorry state, there isn't much of the imperial family left to become emperor. The title goes to his uncle Claudius mostly be default.

  • Interlude - Reading List I

    26/01/2015 Duração: 07min

    We’ve had requests for books to compliment this podcast series, so here’s a few suggestions. There’ll be a complete reading list available on our Facebook page.

  • Episode XV - The Assassination of Caligula

    19/01/2015 Duração: 13min

    Caligula's erratic rule has led to a fast erosion in popularity and support, and rumours of assassination come to head just four short years after he becomes emperor. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at downfall of this hated ruler of Rome.

  • Episode XIV - The Madness of Caligula

    11/01/2015 Duração: 12min

    Caligula is best known for his erratic and tyrannical behaviour, but were his reactions a result of deviance or madness? Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at the literary sources on Caligula and the wrongs that they accuse him of.

  • Episode XIII - The Rule of Caligula

    04/01/2015 Duração: 15min

    When Caligula became emperor there was a lot of expectations after the disappointing neglect of Tiberius. But for an emperor with such a short time in power he had a lasting impact on the Roman Empire. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith discuss the promising beginning of the reign of Caligula.

  • Episode XII - Tiberius the Gloomiest of Men

    22/12/2014 Duração: 17min

    Tiberius has withdrawn to a life of seclusion on the island of Capri, and while he’s there he loses control of both Rome and his reputation. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at the downfall of Tiberius, his trashed reputation, and the scheme of Sejanus.

  • Episode XI - Tiberius the Reluctant Emperor

    15/12/2014 Duração: 17min

    Tiberius became emperor of Rome at the relatively advanced age of 55. He was well-known as a military commander and was popular with the soldiers, but history portrays him as a reluctant leader. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith discuss the reality of Tiberius.

  • Episode X - The Augustan Succession

    08/12/2014 Duração: 11min

    After a lengthy reign of 41 years the Emperor Augustus needs to designate his successor, and after a number of candidates die young he is left with limited options. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at Augustus' succession problem and how he secures his legacy.

  • Interlude - Pax Romana

    02/12/2014 Duração: 06min

    Pax Romana - the 'Roman peace' was a long period of relative peace experienced by the Roman Empire, and is said to have been established during the rule of Augustus. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at the contemporary views of peace and how Augustus used it to his advantage.

  • Episode IX - Augustan Rome

    24/11/2014 Duração: 16min

    During Augustus’ time as emperor he had a lasting impact on Rome, during which culture thrived and there was extensive building projects. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at Augustan Rome’s good and bad - from culture to censorship.

  • Episode VIII - The Augustan Revolution

    14/11/2014 Duração: 16min

    Augustus was the founder of the Roman Empire and its first emperor, and after the tumultuous rule of Caesar he enjoyed a long reign. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at how he came to power and whether he was a man of war or peace.

  • Interlude - What is an Emperor?

    15/10/2014 Duração: 07min

    What does the word 'emperor' mean and who can it be applied to in Rome's history? Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at what the emperors called themselves in antiquity, and why the title doesn't apply to Julius Caesar.

  • Episode VII - The Legacy of Caesar

    23/06/2014 Duração: 14min

    For someone who had power for a short amount of time, Caesar’s impact is undeniable. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) and host Matt Smith look at the impact of Julius Caesar – the veneration, the public works in his name, and the attempts of emperors to style themselves in his image.

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