

Episode CCXXIV - Indomitable Spirit (The Catiline Conspiracy V)
May 10, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Rhiannon Evans, an Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History at La Trobe University, dives into the fierce rivalry between Cicero and Catiline. They explore Cicero's struggle to defend Roman ideals while Catiline showcases his valor on the battlefield. The podcast also touches on the moral dilemmas of loyalty versus authority, the pivotal role of the Gallic tribe Alabroses, and the charged trial of Catiline's conspirators, ultimately revealing the complexities of leadership during a time of crisis.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Cicero's Controversial Defense Against Catiline
01:39 • 2min
Paternal Authority and Political Loyalty in Ancient Rome
03:12 • 2min
Alabroses and the Catiline Conspiracy
05:28 • 9min
The Trial of Catiline's Conspirators
14:09 • 12min
Themes of Control and Mortality in Roman Society
26:31 • 2min
Complexities of Leadership in the Catiline Conspiracy
28:11 • 8min