The History of Rome

Mike Duncan

A weekly podcast tracing the history of the Roman Empire, beginning with Aeneas's arrival in Italy and ending with the exile of Romulus Augustulus, last Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Now complete!

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001- In the Beginning

The History of Rome

07/28/07 • 11 min

Welcome to The History of Rome, a weekly series tracing the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. Today we will hear the mythical origin story of Rome and compare it with modern historical and archaeological evidence. How much truth is wrapped up in the legend? We end this week with the death of Remus and the founding of Rome.

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004- The Public Thing

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 14 min

The monarchy had been overthrown and the Roman Republic was now established. Despite the appearance of a free democratic republic, the Romans were beset with economic and political divisions that threatened the unity of the young State.

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003a- The Seven Kings of Rome

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 16 min

This week we cover the first three of Romulus's successors to the throne: Numa Pompulius, Tullus Hostilius and Ancus Marcius, who they were and what affect they had on the evolution Roman law and culture.

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003b- The Seven Kings of Rome

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 18 min

The last days of the Roman Kingdom were ruled over by the three members of the so-called Tarquin Dynasty: Tarquinius Priscus, Servius Tullius and Tarquinius Superbus. The last proved to be such a tyrant that he was overthrown and monarchy was forever outlawed by the Romans.

6 Listeners

The Storm Before The Storm: Chapter 1- The Beasts of Italy

The History of Rome

07/27/17 • 55 min

Audio excerpt from The Storm Before the Storm: The Beginning of the End of the Roman Republic by Mike Duncan. Forthcoming Oct. 24, 2017. Pre-order a copy today!

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002- Youthful Indiscretions

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 11 min

Last time we discussed the events that lead to the birth of Rome, covering the arrival of Aeneas in Italy and the story of the twins Romulus and Remus. Today we will cover the remainder of Romulus's life, his questionable morality and ultimate disappearance from the world of men.

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005- Trials and Tribunlations

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 15 min

The infant Roman Republic faced many challenges as it grew into adolescence, both internally and externally. Most significantly class divisions led to a confrontation between patricians and plebs that resulted in the creation of the office of Tribune.

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048- The Second Triumvirate

The History of Rome

02/28/10 • 24 min

In 43 BC Marc Antony, Octavian and Marcus Lepidus formed the Second Triumvirate. After initiating proscriptions to raise funds and purge their enemies, the Triumvirs headed east, where they defeated Brutus and Cassius at Philippi.

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012- The First Samnite War

The History of Rome

02/25/10 • 18 min

From 343-341 BC Rome fought a brief war against the Samnites, a powerful hill tribe who would plague the Romans for the rest of the century. The Romans won an inconclusive victory, but the war was only the opening salvo in a long running struggle between the two peoples.

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021- Interbellum

The History of Rome

02/28/10 • 15 min

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The History of Rome currently has 193 episodes available.

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The podcast is about History, Podcasts and Education.

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The episode title '001- In the Beginning' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The History of Rome?

The average episode length on The History of Rome is 23 minutes.

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Episodes of The History of Rome are typically released every 6 days, 14 hours.

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The first episode of The History of Rome was released on Jul 28, 2007.

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Luke Chansky

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Jun 12

This is one of my favorite podcast

Chase Tobin

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May 19

An easily digestible journey through the History of Rome

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The History of Rome

Mike Duncan

Top 10 The History of Rome Episodes

001- In the Beginning

004- The Public Thing

003a- The Seven Kings of Rome

003b- The Seven Kings of Rome

The Storm Before The Storm: Chapter 1- The Beasts of Italy

002- Youthful Indiscretions

005- Trials and Tribunlations

048- The Second Triumvirate

012- The First Samnite War

021- Interbellum

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