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Caesar | 6. The evil that men do

Dec 16, 2023
In this podcast, Dr Jane Draycott tells the story of Antony and Cleopatra’s war with Octavian, while Professor Philip Freeman, Professor Catherine Steel and Professor Barry Strauss reflect on the legacy of the Ides of March. The podcast explores the love story between Antony and Cleopatra, the rivalry between Octavian and Antony, the rise of Octavian as Rome's first emperor, and the significance of Julius Caesar's death and its impact on history.
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  • Mark Antony's alliance with Cleopatra led to a clash with Octavian, resulting in the rise of the Roman Empire.
  • Caesar's assassination marked a turning point, ending the Roman Republic and inspiring future assassins.

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The Rise and Fall of Antony and Cleopatra

This episode delves into the relationship between Mark Antony and Cleopatra following the assassination of Julius Caesar. Antony formed a powerful alliance with Cleopatra, creating a rift with Octavian, who held a questionable claim to Caesar's legacy. As Antony and Cleopatra's forces crumbled, Octavian emerged triumphant, becoming the first Roman Emperor and establishing the Roman Empire. The episode explores the significance of Caesar's assassination, discussing the possibilities that could have unfolded if he had lived. It highlights how the death of Caesar ultimately led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of monarchy.

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