Cost of Glory
68 - Catiline III: The Last Stand
Jul 11, 2023
The podcast explores Rome's Catilinarian conspiracy in 63 BC, highlighting the sad state of the city and the reasons behind the conspiracy. It discusses wealth inequality, the lack of self-restraint in politics, and the legitimacy of Catiline's cause. The podcast also discusses sparing the wicked, escape attempts, and fiery speeches. It delves into the Battle of Pistoia and Catiline's last stand, as well as the bravery and sacrifice displayed by his army.
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- Cataline's motivations for the conspiracy may have been influenced by the debt crisis and wealth inequality in Rome, providing a deeper context to his actions.
- The contrasting speeches by Julius Caesar and Cato in the Roman Senate reflect the differing perspectives on justice and the best course of action, presenting a compelling clash of ideas.
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The Causes of the Catalunarian Conspiracy
The podcast episode explores the causes of the Catalunarian conspiracy, highlighting the differing views of historians on Cataline's motivations. While Sallust and Cicero portray Cataline and his followers as driven by madness and a desire to destroy the state, modern scholars suggest that Cataline may have had legitimate reasons for his actions, such as the debt crisis and wealth inequality in Rome. These factors provide a deeper context to the conspiracy and shed light on the complex motivations of those involved.
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