When in Rome

Matt Smith

A regular podcast series about place and space in the ancient Roman Empire. “I found Rome built of sun-dried bricks; I leave her clothed in marble.” - Augustus.

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Aula Palatina

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05/24/21 • 28 min

Trier in Germany was an important Roman colony that gained more prominence during the late empire, and it was about 310CE when the Emperor Constantine decided to build an impressive reception hall attached to his palace. Guest: Dr Christian Rollinger (Lecturer in ancient history, University of Trier).

Villa Romana del Casale

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02/10/21 • 32 min

Villa Romana del Casale was a large Roman villa in rural Sicily dating to the early 4th c CE. Its scale and opulence speaks to the wealth and power of the villa owners, and it boasts one of the most extensive and impressive collection of mosaics in the Roman empire. Guest: Dr Gillian Shepherd (Trendall Centre, La Trobe University).

Aurelian Walls

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11/14/23 • 25 min

No structure says ‘Crisis of the Third Century’ more than the Aurelian Walls. The city of Rome had long been at peace and largely untouchable, but Aurelian realised that times had changed, and the capital of the empire needed defending. Guest: Associate Professor Caillan Davenport (Head of the Centre for Classical Studies at the Australian National University).

The Villa of Livia

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04/04/22 • 29 min

Livia had a Villa in Prima Porta, and the high vantage point provided her with a sweeping view of the city of Rome. It is known for a famous statue of Augustus and a luxurious garden dining room. Dr Victoria Austen (Lecturer in Classics, University of Winnipeg).

Paestum

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04/28/23 • 27 min

Paestum is a city on the western coast of Italy, founded by Greeks and known in the modern day as the site of impressive temples and elaborately painted tombs. Guest: Dr Tiziana D'Angelo (Director, Archeological Park of Paestum and Vella). Support the kickstarter campaign for When in Rome series 7. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nightlight/when-in-rome-podcast-series-7

Salona

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09/06/22 • 27 min

Salona was the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and sits along the coast of the Adriatic on the banks of the river Jadro. It is strongly associated with early Christianity, and is now the largest archaeological site in Croatia. Guest: Dr Christopher Gribbin (Adjunct Lecturer, Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).

The Library of Hadrian

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10/12/22 • 22 min

Hadrian loved Greece, and part of his grand plan involved making his mark on the city of Athens. The library he built on the north side of the Acropolis was just one of his building projects, and a contribution to the culture he so admired. Guest: Associate Professor Caillan Davenport (Head of the Centre for Classical Studies at the Australian National University).

Kalkriese

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08/21/20 • 29 min

Crossrail Excavations

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10/06/20 • 30 min

Augusta Emerita

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06/30/21 • 33 min

Augusta Emerita was a Roman colony on the Iberian Peninsula in Spain, established by the Emperor Augustus in the wake of campaigns to pacify the region. Now known by the modern name of Merida, it boasts some impressive ruins, including one of the best known Roman theatres still in use today. Guest: Dr Daniel Osland (Senior Lecturer in Classics, University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand).

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How many episodes does When in Rome have?

When in Rome currently has 32 episodes available.

What topics does When in Rome cover?

The podcast is about History and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on When in Rome?

The episode title 'Pula' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on When in Rome?

The average episode length on When in Rome is 28 minutes.

How often are episodes of When in Rome released?

Episodes of When in Rome are typically released every 52 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of When in Rome?

The first episode of When in Rome was released on Nov 1, 2019.

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When in Rome

Matt Smith

Top 10 When in Rome Episodes

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