Shag, Marry, Kill: Roman Emperor Edition
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
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Beauty Standards and Roman Emperors
This chapter explores the societal pressures of beauty standards through a humorous lens, comparing contemporary makeover shows with judgments faced by women in ancient Roman society. The discussion shifts to a playful game of 'Shag, Marry, Kill' as the speakers analyze various Roman emperors, their personalities, and histories, including figures like Commodus, Caracalla, and Otho. With wit and lively banter, they reveal the complexities of these historical figures while examining their relationships and reputations in the context of aesthetics and power.
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