Raising Standards
Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith
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William J MacDonald interview
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07/29/21 • 34 min
William J MacDonald is one of the creators and executive producers of Rome, and in this wide ranging chat he talks about how the show came about, how the plot could have been very different, and what would have happened if the show hadn’t been cancelled.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
06/21/22 • 59 min
Vorenus begins gang warfare in the Aventine, Servilia steps up her feud with Atia, Cicero makes a stand the only way he knows how, and Antony violates a household plant.
We are also joined by special guest Alan Poul, director of the episode.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
2.09: Deus Impeditio Esuritori Nullus
Raising Standards
07/12/23 • 44 min
Octavian and Antony get in a tussle over the grain supply, Atia and Octavia get the cold shoulder in a hot climate, and Vorenus plays ball, Pullo deals with the people, Posca is the MVP, and there are at least five slaps in the episode.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
2.02: Son of Hades
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05/12/22 • 48 min
Antony becomes disgruntled with the tedious administrative duties of running an Empire. Cleopatra makes an unexpected appearance, pushing for the legitimacy of her son by Caesar, and Vorenus embarks upon his latest career path as a crime boss of the Aventine.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
Ian McNeice interview
Raising Standards
05/08/20 • 19 min
05/08/23 • 84 min
Octavian pushes back against promiscuity and the tenuous alliance with Mark Antony finally unravels, over both women and money. Both Vorenus and Pullo lose everything they hold dear, and the stage is finally set for a showdown in Alexandria.
With special guests Carl Franklin (Director) and Todd Ellis Kessler (Writer).
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
2.06: Philippi
Raising Standards
01/23/23 • 54 min
The triumvirate is formed, Vorenus and Pullo get their hands very dirty, Cicero pays the ultimate price for his rhetoric, and Brutus and Cassius make the final stand of the Roman republic with an actual battle scene.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
2.05: Heroes of the Republic
Raising Standards
10/27/22 • 42 min
Octavian becomes both consul and a problem for the senate, Vorenus settles down to a life of familial bliss, and Antony grows one heck of a beard.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
Bruno Heller interview
Raising Standards
01/11/24 • 28 min
In this interview we speak to Bruno Heller, the creator, main writer and show runner of HBO's Rome.
Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO’s Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.
Season One Wrap-Up
Raising Standards
12/02/21 • 45 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Raising Standards have?
Raising Standards currently has 32 episodes available.
What topics does Raising Standards cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts, Hbo, Tv Reviews, Ancient History and Tv & Film.
What is the most popular episode on Raising Standards?
The episode title 'Lee Boardman interview' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Raising Standards?
The average episode length on Raising Standards is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of Raising Standards released?
Episodes of Raising Standards are typically released every 41 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of Raising Standards?
The first episode of Raising Standards was released on May 8, 2020.
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