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Cost of Glory
72 - Crassus II: Puppet Master
Oct 5, 2023
Marcus Licinius Crassus, Richest Man in Rome, takes on new allies Catiline and Julius Caesar. Topics include defusing resentment, power of debt in Rome, playing for hard prizes, Cicero's mortgage, and political tensions with Pompey and Cato.
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- The power of alliances and political maneuvers in Roman politics.
- The role of debt and financial leverage in securing power and influence.
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The Rise of Pompey and Crassus
Pompey and Crassus, two influential Roman figures, rise to power through their political maneuvers and alliances. Crassus cements ties with conservative nobles, while Pompey gains fame through military conquests, becoming the most glorious Roman alive. Both leaders face challenges in the Senate and need each other's support.
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