In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo, keeping with the trend, ponders the Roman Empire while discussing “Those About to Die.” The Peacock series follows the many types of people who entertained the masses in the Roman Empire - from Emperors, criminals, the wealthy and powerful, down to the lowly horse wranglers. The show stars Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Jojo Macari, Sara Martins, and more.

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Joining Bingeworthy to discuss the epic historical drama is Director/Producer Roland Emmerich (“Independence Day,” “The Day After Tomorrow,” “2012”). During the interview, Emmerich discussed his desire to narrow the focus of the series and not just make it a show about the Roman Empire, but the importance of sporting events as a tool to control the masses.

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