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Death of the Roman RepublicDOTRR Reviews Gladiator IIHappy 2025! Listen to Death of the Roman Republic's review of Gladiator II. 2025-01-151h 13

Death of the Roman RepublicDOTRR Reviews GladiatorARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED??? Listen to Death of the Roman Republic's review of Gladiator, before catching Gladiator II - Gladius Boogaloo in theaters. 2024-11-2259 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” - Series ReviewedAfter finishing the entirety of HBO's "Rome", Jacob, Cole, BP, and I share some thoughts about the entire series! This will (probably) be the last episode in the DOTRR feed for a while, we'll see what happens to this feed from here! I'll see you sometime in 2025 at least! If you're interested in learning more of the real history behind the series, listen to the Death of the Roman Republic main series: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-sdxpt-884b6a BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6...2024-03-151h 11

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” - Season 2 - ReviewedAfter finishing the entirety of HBO's "Rome" Season 2, Jacob, Cole, BP, and I share some thoughts about the season! If you're interested in learning more of the real history behind the series, listen to the Death of the Roman Republic main series: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-sdxpt-884b6a BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. 2024-03-0829 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E10 ”Deus Impeditio Esuritori Nullus” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s final episode, “De Patre Vostro (About Your Father).” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “De Patre Vostro (About Your Father)” - Season 2, Episode 10. Death of the Roman Republic eps that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-24m9m-e6e0b5 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-yjw7c-e6e2fa BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Mov...2024-03-011h 07

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E9 ”Deus Impeditio Esuritori Nullus” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s penultimate episode, “Deus Impeditio Esuritori Nullus (No God Can Stop a Hungry Man).” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Deus Impeditio Esuritori Nullus (No God Can Stop a Hungry Man)” - Season 2, Episode 9. Death of the Roman Republic eps that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-7xf9r-e6deb7 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-24m9m-e6e0b5 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhP...2024-02-2359 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E8 ”A Necessary Fiction” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 8, “A Necessary Fiction.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “A Necessary Fiction” - Season 2, Episode 8. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-22qs4-e6dd74 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail made...2024-02-1659 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E7 ”Death Mask” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 7, “Death Mask.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Death Mask” - Season 2, Episode 7. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-22qs4-e6dd74 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail made with Bannersnac 2024-02-0952 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E6 ”Philippi” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 6, “Philippi.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Philippi” - Season 2, Episode 6. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-22qs4-e6dd74 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. 2024-02-0200 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E5 ”Heroes of the Republic” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 5, “Heroes of the Republic.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Heroes of the Republic” - Season 2, Episode 5. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-9a57r-e6e766 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail...2024-01-2659 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E4 ”Testudo et Lepus” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 4, “Testudo et Lepus (The Tortoise and the Hare).” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Testudo et Lepus (The Tortoise and the Hare)” - Season 2, Episode 4. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-9a57r-e6e766 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcast...2024-01-1958 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E3 ”These Being the Words of Cicero” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 3, “These Being the Words of Marcus Tullius Cicero.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “These Being the Words of Marcus Tullius Cicero” - Season 2, Episode 3. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-9a57r-e6e766 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcast...2024-01-1258 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E2 ”Son of Hades” - ReviewEnjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2, episode 2, “Son of Hades.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Son of Hades” - Season 2, Episode 2. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-9a57r-e6e766 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review-hour/id1692116649 Thumbnail made...2024-01-0555 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S2E1 ”Passover” - ReviewDOTRR is back, just before the end of 2023! Enjoy DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 2 premiere, “Passover.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “Passover” - Season 2, Episode 1. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-9a57r-e6e766 BP Movie Review Hour on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4H3hwsITLhPw6olm8Ln7Mi?si=6199d2b58f3344a3 BP Movie Review Hour on Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bp-movie-review...2023-12-2959 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” - Season 1 - ReviewedAfter finishing the entirety of HBO's "Rome" Season 1, Jacob, Cole, BP, and I share some thoughts about the season! This will (probably) be the last episode in the DOTRR feed for a while, but do expect content in 2023, and hopefully, our review of Season 2 in Summer 2023! Death of the Roman Republic Chapters 1-14 are relevant to the events of the first season of "Rome" https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-sdxpt-884b6a The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/So...2022-10-0758 min

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E12 ”Kalends of February” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s season 1 finale, “Kalends of February.” Friends and I summarize the episode, talk about it, and have some fun! “The Kalends of February” - Season 1, Episode 12. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-3s6jy-e6da2e The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty Thum...2022-09-301h 34

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E11 ”The Spoils” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s eeleventh episode, “The Spoils.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on eels! “The Spoils” - Season 1, Episode 11. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-3s6jy-e6da2e The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty Thum...2022-09-231h 44

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E10 ”Triumph” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s tenth episode, “Triumph.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “Triumph” - Season 1, Episode 10. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-3s6jy-e6da2e Cob Does Music: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdETpAXkLhh372xKRunx1nQ/featured Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty Thumbnail made...2022-09-161h 23

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E9 ”Utica” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s ninth episode, “Utica.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and talk about our favorite characters (again)! “Utica” - Season 1, Episode 9. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ggzfc-e6cdb0 Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made with B 2022-09-091h 54

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E8 ”Caesarion” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s eighth episode, “Caesarion.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, take a quiz on historical accuracy, and talk about poetry! “Caesarion” - Season 1, Episode 8. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ggzfc-e6cdb0 The Lady of the Library Video on Cleopatra’s Ethnicity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3d1c4l1pgM Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r...2022-09-021h 19

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E7 ”Pharsalus” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s seventh episode, “Pharsalus.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “Pharsalus” - Season 1, Episode 7. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ggzfc-e6cdb0 Cole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lil_Borty The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made with B 2022-08-261h 24

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E6 ”Egeria” - ReviewHalfway through Season 1! DOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s sixth episode, “Egeria.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and talk about our favorite characters! “Egeria” - Season 1, Episode 6. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. 2022-08-191h 34

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E5 ”The Ram Has Touched the Wall” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s fifth episode, “The Ram Has Touched the Wall.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “The Ram Has Touched the Wall” - Season 1, Episode 5. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kejni-e6cc2b The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made wi...2022-08-121h 09

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E4 ”Stealing from Saturn”- ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s fourth episode, “Stealing from Saturn.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “Stealing from Saturn” - Season 1, Episode 4. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kejni-e6cc2b The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. 2022-08-051h 18

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E3 ”An Owl in a Thornbush” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s third episode, “An Owl in a Thornbush.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “An Owl in a Thornbush” - Season 1, Episode 3. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kejni-e6cc2b The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ Thumbnail made with Bannersna 2022-07-291h 25

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E2 ”How Pullo Brought Down the Republic” - ReviewDOTRR’s review of HBO’s Rome’s second episode, “How Titus Pullo Brought Down the Republic.” Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy! “How Titus Pullo Brought Down the Republic” - Season 1, Episode 2. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-td4yk-e6cb18 The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/ 2022-07-221h 10

Death of the Roman RepublicHBO’s ”Rome” S1E1 ”The Stolen Eagle” - ReviewDOTRR’s first episode reviewing HBO’s Rome's first episode, “The Stolen Eagle”! Friends and I summarize the episode, speculate about the show, and take a quiz on historical accuracy in a fun episode that is entirely too long. “The Stolen Eagle” - Season 1, Episode 1. Death of the Roman Republic ep that corresponds to this episode: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-rwtxh-e67fbf The Great Wilds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqrajk4r_m_QDGniLhXV_g Jacob’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoupCatFishYOLO BP’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bpoilspill98/2022-07-151h 37

Death of the Roman RepublicNew Series! DOTRR Reviews HBO’s Rome - PrologueDeath of the Roman Republic is reviewing the 2005 HBO Original Series, Rome! My friends, BP, Cole, and Jacob, are joining me to review the series, all of whom will bring a unique insight. This is a little preview of what the new series/season will be, still on this DOTRR feed! Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. 2022-07-1309 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series X: The Reign of CleopatraConcluding our examination of Queen Cleopatra of Egypt, her reign was very much affected by the Roman Republic’s politics, and her sense of security was rocked after the assassination of Julius Caesar. Cleopatra would ally herself to Mark Antony, for the rest of her life. The US National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800-273-8255 if you feel like you need support. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using mode...2022-07-081h 09

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series IX: Cleopatra, Queen of EgyptWhile Cleopatra of Egypt was not a Roman woman, her life is intertwined in the death of the Roman Republic. This post-series episode examines the early life and reign of Cleopatra, and gives an overview of the Ptolemaic Dynasty she comes from. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to help people relate to a 2000 year old story. (Speaking as a not-Fair Use expert), DOTRR seeks to use Fair Use, i...2022-07-0147 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series VIII: Livia, the Golden YearsConcluding our examination on the life of Livia, we examine the final years of her life, the drama she was involved in, and events she witnessed in her son’s reign as Rome’s second emperor. I got a lot of help in sampling from Twitter friends Mia and Liv! You can follow Mia @obscenerity, and Liv @catboycatilina! Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to help people relate...2022-01-2741 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series VII: Livia, and Imperial IntriguePart two in an examination of Livia's life. As the empress consort, she was near the center of a lot of drama in the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Livia is the fourth woman examined in a short series of notable women from this period. I got a lot of help in sampling from Twitter friends Mia and Liv! You can follow Mia @obscenerity, and Liv @catboycatilina! Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, usin...2021-12-2432 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series VI: Livia - First Empress of RomeIn part one of this post-series episode, we examine about half of the life of Livia; she was the wife of Augustus, and Rome's de facto first empress. Livia is the fourth woman examined in a short series of notable women from this period. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to help people relate to a 2000 year old story. (Speaking as a not-Fair Use expert), DOTRR seeks to use Fai...2021-04-2735 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series V: Octavia - Pawn to ImperialIn this post-series episode, we examine the life of Octavia. She was the wife of Mark Antony, and was a useful pawn for her brother Octavian. Octavia played a large role in the death of the Roman Republic, and would live to become a member of the imperial family, sister to the first Roman Emperor. Octavia is the third woman examined in a short series of notable women from this period. Link to the very helpful thesis I found! https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/all_theses/2738/ Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Rep...2021-03-2744 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series IV: Fulvia - Peerless and FearlessIn this post-series episode, we examine the life of Fulvia - the wife of Clodius, the wife of Mark Antony, and one-time mother-in-law to Octavian. In Fulvia’s short life, she broke a lot of norms, and was even involved in a civil war. Fulvia played a role in the death of the Roman Republic, and is the second woman who will be examined in a short series of other notable women from this period. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is u...2021-02-1443 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series III: Servilia in the Spider’s Web In this post-series episode, we examine the life of Servilia - mother of Brutus, lover of Julius Caesar, sister to Cato the Younger. Servilia's life was connected to so many events in the death of the Roman Republic, and is the first woman who will be examined in a short series of other notable women in the death of the Roman Republic. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to h...2021-01-3141 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series II: Augustus's Name Around the WorldIn this post-series episode, we look at how the name of Rome’s first emperor, Imperator Caesar Divi Filius Augustus, has spread around the world. Whether you realize it or not, Augustus’s name is embedded in names, places, and organizations around the world. This is also a YouTube video you can view at: https://youtu.be/qH4lAbdbfYU It is on “Death of the Roman Republic Podcast” on YouTube. You should still be able to follow along okay just listening to this audio, but may find the occasional visual helpful from the Youtube video. Outr...2020-12-0537 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPost-Series I: Questions and Answers! (with Red 5 Radio)My friend Alec from "Red 5 Radio: A Star Wars Podcast" hopped on the mic with me to ask me your Q and A questions! It's a little awkward, a little silly, and a lot of fun. Check out Alec's awesome show! Listen to Red 5 Radio on Spotify, and follow the show on Twitter. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to help people relate to a 2000 year old st...2020-10-3141 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 20: Imperator Caesar Divi Filius AugustusIn the series finale, we examine the very long reign of Rome’s first emperor, Augustus. What did he succeed at, and where did he fail? *NOTE* Death of the Roman Republic’s podcast feed will not be inactive, and I have a series of one-off episodes planned for the rest of 2020 and 2021. This will include a remaster of this episode at some point; the remastered episode will follow Augustus’ life chronological order, rather than in thematic order like this version. If you would prefer to listen to Augustus’ life in chronological order, check if “Chapter 20 Remastered: Imperator Caesar Divi Filius Au...2020-10-271h 12

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 19: The Death of the Roman RepublicIn the penultimate episode, the Roman Republic dies, with the ascension of Rome’s first emperor. He played the game viciously, and with no more rivals, the Roman Empire, was his. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: How did the Roman Republic die? Suicide is a prevalent theme in this episode, and is mentioned a lot at the end of the episode. In one instance, a historical figures suicide is descriptive, and some may consider it graphic. This is in no way meant to glorify suicide, but so we can under...2020-10-2130 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 18: Antony, Octavian, and ActiumAntony’s and Octavian’s relationship had drastically changed over the years. Once enemies, they had become allies. However, their antagonizations of each other flared up again. The two would meet at Actium, to settle their differences. Their meeting, had quite the effect on the Roman Republic, the Roman Empire, and history… Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What events led up to Actium, and what would happen after Actium? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educat...2020-10-1429 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 17: Successes and Failures of Antony and OctavianAntony and Octavian had control of the Republic between them; Antony ruled the Eastern Republic, and Octavian the West. However, each had their own challenges in their territory: Antony was going to invade Parthia, and Octavian had to eliminate the rogue Sextus Pompey; would they succeed, or would they fail? Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: Who is the most powerful politician in the Republic? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any c...2020-10-0729 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 16: Warlords, Peacemakers, LoversWith the death of Julius Caesar, civil war returned; the Second Triumvirate was set to fight the Liberators, Brutus and Cassius. Whoever won the battle, would have control of the Republic. Who would win, and what would they do with control of the Republic? Our essential question to keep in mind through the episode is: Who is the most powerful politician in the Republic? Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. “Proscription” sound effect obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com. “Smooth and Sexy R&B” Death of the Roman Republic...2020-09-3034 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 15: Chaos is a LadderJulius Caesar was assassinated by conspirators like Brutus, Cassius, and Decimus Brutus. Now, without a supreme leader like Caesar, politicians like the conspirators, and others like Cicero, Mark Antony, Lepidus, and new kids on the block like Sextus Pompey and Octavian, now struggled for power in the Republic. Would there be peace in the Republic, or more war? Our essential question to keep in mind through the episode is: What would Roman politicians do in the wake of Caesar’s death? Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. “Proscription” s...2020-09-2335 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 14: Dictator for LifeJulius Caesar won his civil war! Caesar’s civil war proved that there was a lot wrong with the Republic, and there were a lot of issues that needed to be fixed. Julius Caesar was made a dictator for 10 years, and then life, to fix these issues. While some chafed under Caesar’s dictatorship, Caesar felt his position was safe, as he restored the Republic with his unlimited power. Our essential question to keep in mind through the episode is: Why did Julius Caesar do what he did? Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusi...2020-09-1636 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 13: Grudge Match, and Affairs in Alexandria and AfricaIn this episode, Julius Caesar’s civil war against Pompey Magnus and the Optimates continues, and a decisive victor is decided. We also glimpse at life in Ptolemaic Egypt, and introduce Queen Cleopatra. We see the civil war she’s embroiled in, who she allies with to win her throne, and how that affects the Roman Republic. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What did Pompey need to win the Civil War, and maintain power after, if he won? And what did Caesar need to win the Civil War, and maintain power after...2020-09-0935 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 12: Caesar v. PompeyJulius Caesar launched a civil war on Rome against Pompey Magnus and the Optimates. Caesar’s civil war will take him across the Roman World, as he fights his enemies in Spain, and at Dyrrachium. Pompey, the Optimates, and their forces will fight back, as the two sides fight for control of the Republic. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: Who will win this civil war? The Caesareans, or Pompeians? What advantages and disadvantages does each side have? Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersn...2020-09-0230 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 11: Caesar’s HomecomingJulius Caesar wants to come home to Rome after so many years of war in Gaul. The problem? He can only return home under very specific conditions that will grant him legal immunity. His enemies also want Caesar home, without legal immunity, so that they can tear him down. Who will win the legal battle, and how might Pompey Magnus help? And of course, what will happen, if Caesar doesn’t get his way? Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: Was a new civil war inevitable? Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertain...2020-08-2632 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 10: Conquest in Gaul, Chaos in RomeThe First Triumvirate had accomplished a lot of their goals. Now, they struggle to hold it together. Julius Caesar has a great opportunity in Gaul, though is surrounded by danger. In Rome, Pompey Magnus and Crassus struggle to hold onto power. The First Triumvirate threatens to break, all of their work for naught… Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What was Rome’s philosophy of conquering territory? Why did non-Romans eventually stop fighting Roman conquest? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roma...2020-08-1936 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 9: Ascension of Julius CaesarReturning to Julius Caesar, Caesar’s success as a politician was not guaranteed. He still had a lot of debt, and he had some unpopular stances that were recently brought to bear. Will Caesar be able to recover, and continue a viable career in politics? What will Caesar have to do to succeed? Listen and find out! Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What is the benefit of what would be the First Triumvirate to its members? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death...2020-08-1229 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 8: Cicero and ConspiracyMarcus Tullius Cicero’s claim to fame is that he was Rome’s greatest orator, and in this episode, we see how the power of his words, shapes the minds of Romans, and shapes the Republic. This episode, we also see how Cicero deals with a conspiracy: a hostile takeover of the Republic. Will Cicero be able to save the Republic? What roles do Crassus, Caesar, and Cato the Younger play? Listen to find out! Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What is Cicero’s political alignment? Is he more of a Popularis...2020-08-0528 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 7: Rise of Julius CaesarPop the sparkling cider, we finally meet Gaius Julius Caesar! We’re going back in time a bit, to see how Caesar had been a background character in Roman politics - a small fish in a big pond. We see Caesar’s early career, and how he tries to make a name for himself, and some of his misadventures, in the wacky world of the Roman Republic. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What is Julius Caesar like? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack.2020-07-2927 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 6: Pompey Magnus and CrassusWith the end of Sulla’s vicious civil wars and dictatorship, the Republic can hopefully recover. We follow the careers of two of Pompey’s most able subordinates: Gnaeus Pompey Magnus and Marcus Licinius Crassus. Both men served Sulla well, and became very powerful with his help. Now, without Sulla, they throw themselves into the Republic’s politics. The two rivals have their strengths and weaknesses, and successes and failures. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What happens if you become too successful in Roman politics? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - O...2020-07-2229 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 5: Lucky Sulla’s Civil War(s)Lucius Cornelius Sulla was a former lieutenant of Marius, and was a strong commander in the Social War. With a new threat facing the Republic in the East, it’s Sulla’s time to shine! But just as it’s about to go so right, it goes so wrong… In fact, a lot goes wrong for the Republic this episode! Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What is the benefit of controlling an army? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Repu...2020-07-1524 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 4: Marius and the Social WarThe Optimate Senate successfully killed the Populares Gracchi, but the Republic is now suffering under Optimate leadership. A new man, Gaius Marius, will rise to lead the Republic through this crisis, and gain unprecedented power. Additionally, Rome also goes to war with its eldest allies. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What allowed Marius to stay in power? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to tr...2020-07-0821 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 3: The Gracchi Brothers and the Popular WillThis is where the fun begins! We meet our first two power players in the Death of the Roman Republic. Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus enter the Republic’s politics, and they aren’t playing the political game the way it had always been played. They were not great generals who went to war to win fame and acclaim, but populists. Tiberius began the Populares faction of Roman politics, and was opposed by the traditional, established, Optimates. The Popularis and the Optimate ideologies would clash, and thousands of Romans were going to be killed for it. Our essential question...2020-07-0322 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 2: The GameThe Roman Republic was built on a broken foundation; Roman culture, society, and government would, and did, poison the Republic. We see how the Republic structured its government so no one person held all the power, the role of competition in Roman politicians and generals, the value of a politician’s auctoritas, why Romans loved war, and how the Republic (badly) governed its provinces. Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What motivated Romans to keep conquering their neighbors, and expand in size? And how would this motivation lead to instability? Out...2020-07-0319 min

Death of the Roman RepublicChapter 1: Rise of the RepublicThe Roman Republic is established! In a few centuries, Rome blows up from a small settlement in Italy surrounded by enemies, to the master of the Mediterranean. How did the Romans do it? Listen to find out! Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: How did the Roman Republic become so powerful? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, u...2020-07-0315 min

Death of the Roman RepublicPrologue: Governments Change Over TimeThe Roman Republic was led by elected leaders, who checked and balanced each other. However, a lot changed over the nearly 500 years it existed; the Roman Republic became the Roman Empire, ruled by a single Roman Emperor. How did this happen, and how has your own country changed since its foundation? Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox. Thumbnail made with Bannersnack. Death of the Roman Republic (DOTRR) is an educational podcast, and any clips from other media is used to transform and elevate its educational content, using modern media to help peopl...2020-07-0309 min