The Storm Before The Storm: Chapter 1- The Beasts of Italy

The podcast explores the erosion of respect for the bonds of Moss Meorum and introduces Tiberius Sempronius Grakis, a teenage soldier from an illustrious military family. It delves into Tiberius's early life, education, and ambitions, as well as the family dynamics and political alliances that influenced him. The chapter also examines the economic and social changes in Ancient Rome, focusing on the sharp divide between the wealthy noble families and the poor citizens. It discusses the challenges faced by the Romans, including military crises and economic inequality, and the controversial Lexa Graria legislation. The podcast concludes with the Senate's decision not to hold a funeral escalating tensions in Rome and leading to violent revolution and the triumph of force.