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Dan Snow's History Hit

Julius Caesar's Sex Life

Jun 3, 2024
Historian Emma Southon discusses Julius Caesar's scandalous sex life, his multiple wives, affairs with mistresses and male lovers, and his reputation as a great lover. The podcast delves into Caesar's conquests in the bedroom, his pursuit of power through relationships, and the impact of his romantic affairs on historical events.
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  • Julius Caesar had multiple relationships, including three wives and encounters with both men and women, influencing his personal and political life.
  • His affair with Cleopatra was scandalous and politically impactful, highlighting how personal relationships could shape historical events.

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Julius Caesar's Marriages and Sex Life

Julius Caesar had three wives, starting with Cornelia, with whom he had a daughter before her death. Then he married Pompeia, followed by Calpurnia. Despite rumors and mockery about his relationships with men and women, including a story with Kinnaowd as a passive partner, his confidence and political power overshadowed these scandals.

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