The Fall of Rome Podcast cover image

30: Tides of History: Natural Disasters and the End of the Roman Empire

The Fall of Rome Podcast

00:00

The Reign of Justinian: Natural and Man-made Catastrophes

This chapter explores the reign of Justinian and how it marked a turning point in history. It discusses the impact of natural disasters such as climate change, failed harvests, famines, and pandemics, including the bubonic plague outbreak, during Justinian's reign. The chapter emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between natural and man-made disasters in shaping history.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app