Episode 12: The Social War-The Tyranny of Deterioration
The Social War may be won for Rome, but that doesn't mean it's over. Gaius Marius and Lucius Sulla take the stage in a winner take all battle for Rome. As the heads roll and the bodies pile up, nobody...
14 Mar 201730min
Episode 11: The Social War-When Conversation Fails
In 91 BC, reason and civil discussion have failed, so now it comes to war for Rome and the Italian Allies. A bizarre conclusion in 88 BC makes all sides wonder what it all was for. Hundreds of thousan...
28 Feb 201728min
Episode 10: The Social War-The Beginning of the End
Most people learn that the Roman Republic ended with Julius Caesar crossing the Rubicon in 49 BC. Maybe, but the seeds of its doom were planted in the years from 140 BC-91 BC. Seemingly small issues a...
14 Feb 201726min
Episode 9: The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius was a complex man who dealt with absolute power in a way that no Roman Emperor ever had. He left a positive (but not uncontroversial) legacy of wisdom, justice, and leadership that has...
22 Jan 201726min
Episode 8: Life of a Soldier
War is the most extreme experience human beings can take part in. How did soldiers during the United States Civil War endure and survive? -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on...
8 Jan 201726min
Episode 7: The Last War Between Gentleman
More than 150 years after the final shots were fired, few historical events are as hotly debated as the American Civil War. Sadly, the human element of the war often gets overlooked. -Consider Suppor...
14 Des 201626min
Episode 6: Benedict Arnold-Part II: The Villain
Factional disputes, midnight spy meetings, and a little light treason conclude the story of Benedict Arnold. -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on apple podcasts or spotify! ...
15 Nov 201636min
Episode 5: Benedict Arnold-Part I: The Hero
Benedict Arnold is often regarded as America's first true villain. Is there more to the story? -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on apple podcasts or spotify! Support the pod...
15 Okt 201635min
