The decemvirs continue to drive strong feeling among the senators. But while the patricians argue, Rome's enemies draw ever closer...

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We chat with Dr Debby Sneed about her work on impairment in antiquity. Tune in for human remains, sanctuaries, and textual evidence!

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We review the major events in Roman history for the decade of the 450s BCE!

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After seizing power, the decemvirs under Appius Claudius realise that they might need the Senate as Rome faces war on two fronts!

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Cleopatra VII is infamous as the lover of Caesar and Antony, but did you know that she's also famous for her scholarship and leadership?

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The First Decemvirate was a big success, so much so that Rome opts for a Second Decemvirate! It's only now that the cracks start to appear...

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The Twelve Tables are a landmark moment of early Republican Roman history. In this episode we explore some of the highlights of this law code!

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We revisit the 460s BCE to learn what the Romans have been up to. There's neighbourly disputes, internal conflict, and battles galore!

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The Roman republic is in full swing and it's time for the first decemvirate! The growing discontent amongst the population is reaching breaking point according to our narrative sources.

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We explore the Year of the Four Emperors - 69 CE with our special guest Dr Rob Cromarty! Join us for all the political machinations and hijinks of this transition from the Julio-Claudians to the Flavians.

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