Episode 48: The Right and the Expedient (Cicero's Career, 62-43 BCE)

Mark Antony, a powerful young general in ancient Rome, confronts the legendary Cicero during a period of intense political strife. They delve into Cicero's controversial decisions during the Catiline Conspiracy and his struggle to uphold Republican values amid the chaos of civil war. The discussion highlights Cicero’s shift from a political leader to a philosophical thinker, exploring his powerful writings and rhetorical battles against Antony. Their fierce rivalry illustrates the tumultuous transition from a Republic to a nascent monarchy in Rome.