Episode #62- What Should We Believe About Cleopatra? (Part I)

The fascinating life of Cleopatra unfolds through a lens of myth and reality. Discover the chaotic production of the 1963 film and its lasting impact on her image. Delve into the Ptolemaic dynasty's blend of Greek and Egyptian cultures, marked by scandalous incest. Uncover Cleopatra's rise in a Roman-dominated world and her shrewd political maneuvers. Finally, challenge the stereotype of her as merely a beauty, highlighting her intelligence and charisma that defined her legacy. History might be more intriguing than fiction!