The Fall of Rome Podcast 17: Ostrogothic Kingdom or the Western Empire Reborn?
Apr 27, 2017
Theoderic, leader of the Ostrogoths in Italy, and his kingdom are discussed, questioning if it was a kingdom or the rebirth of the Western Empire. The rise and fall of the Ostrogoths, Theoderic's rise to power, his rule and relationship with the Eastern Emperor, marriage alliances, failed emperorship, and shifting foreign policy are explored. The significance of the Ostrogothic kingdom as a creative experiment is also highlighted.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Rise and Fall of the Ostrogoths
02:13 • 15min
Theodoric's Rise to Power
17:23 • 2min
Theodoric's Rule and Relationship with Zeno
19:43 • 14min
Marriage Alliances, Failed Emperorship, and Shifting Foreign Policy
34:10 • 5min
The Rise and Fall of the Ostrogothic Kingdom
39:00 • 8min
The Ostrogothic Kingdom: A Radical and Creative Experiment
47:09 • 2min