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CONGRATULATIONS š 10 years of excellence
March 28, 2014 is the date of your first episode. So, CONGRATULATIONS on my most favorite podcast! 10 amazing years!
LaFragua
Still Excellent
Well done always. Informative. Great production.A university education in classic history and the Roman emperorships
MGP Terps
Great content beyond mainstream Roman history.
As someone who has been a Roman history hobbyist for over three decades, this is a great podcast to move beyond the better known āgreatest hitsā of Rome (first century) and get into more ādeep tracksā beyond the best known material. Exploring the fast paced action of the third and fourth centuries during the famed āfallā is full of fascinating facts and stories that lead to an ever increased understanding of what came next. Thank you for the great work.
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CelticRuss
Phenomenal
Love this a lot.
Digjazzalot
Annoying use of āCommon Eraā
Content very good overall, it has a lot of energy and the content craters care about the show. However, the use of the idiotic āCEā āBCEā to designate when Christ split time is tedious and weak. There is simply nothing āCommonā the era after Christ.
kjhgeirystowiyg
This podcast is the best
Iāve finally finished binge-listening to this entire podcast and Iām all caught up, so I had to update my review. I love this podcast - the hosts are all great and I like the the in-depth discussion of the source material for different periods. Itās scholarly, itās engaging, and the hosts obviously enjoy discussing the subject matter. I also love that they explore so many different subject areas - thereās the episodes about the emperors, but also other prominent figures, the fall of Rome, the various empresses, lessons in Latin, etc. All-around fantastic and I canāt wait to see what Matt, Rhiannon and Caillan do in the future.
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dalignarly
Excellent!
Iām enjoying this so much! Rhiannon does a fantastic job of telling the story with Matt asking interesting questions along the way. My favorite Podcast!
Naughtiest Maximus
Confusing in later emperorās
Frequently after the death of a later emperor you will jump back to random facts or events about the late republic or early empire that just donāt fit when youāre several hundred years past this and you donāt clarify the best that you are going to do this. After that complaint I just donāt understand why you do this at all the podcast is about the emperors but you keep randomly going back to livia or cleopatra
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Jinchuriki_
Love this history
We went to Rome last summer and I love listening to this podcast. When they talk about things we saw it makes the history even more real. They make me want to visit Rome again.
Hermes808
Great podcast
Iām very thankful I recently discovered this podcast. Iāve listened to Mike Duncanās The History of Rome several times and this is an excellent complement to it. Having two hosts in question/answer form helps uncover additional answers and detail that shed further light on one of the most fascinating periods of Western Civilization. Itās a very pleasant listen, and there is no manufactured need to push macho narratives in order to keep things interesting (looking at you, Dan Carlin).
I will certainly be listening to this more than once and recommending to anyone I know with a legitimate interest in history or politics.
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Dan sattre
Wow, how nice!
Such good content! Interesting takes on things, scholarly, no filler, just normal people talking Rome.
Jonesy8888
Every Episode Is a Winner
I came out to write this review and found thereās unplayed Emperors of Rome podcasts in my feed! What? I would have sworn Iād listened to every single episode because I enjoy this show so much, but turns out Iāve got some back eps to catch up on and I canāt wait! Highly recommend starting at the beginning and bingeing until you catch up
whimziequiltz
Absolutely fantastic
You get the impression that Dr. Evans is the real Ancient Rome savant of the duo, but Matt Smith is no slouch either and has great energy and humor. This is an addictive podcast that is neither too dense nor dumbed down.
alsjfktkebjgbt
Emperors of Rome
Just discovered this gem. Dr. Evans is an engaging speaker/teacher. Great interplay between host and guests. podcasts as excellent as this enrich my life.
Janetellenirwin
Emporers of Rome
This is the Best Podcacst I have listened to, Very informative, Very Interesting and Very Funny as well. I actually have gone through the early podcasts twice because it really helps, Have you guys seen the TV Series called DOMINA, here in the States it is on Epix, this is a fantastic show about Livia Drusilla, it has just been renewed for a Second Season. Do you have any plans to review this, I have listened to your shows on her, I believe she is brought up in 2 of them, I would LOVE to get more on this very Powerful and Influential Empress of Rome. Thank-You and see you on your Next Podcast
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BruinBlood
Addicted
I just discovered this pod and I could listen to it forever and ever. I hope it never ends hahaš¤©
shipwreckblues
Simply the best!!!
I learn something new each episode.
MusashiG
Emperors
I canāt stand the mispronunciation of the salutation ā Ave ā at the beginning of each episode. The lady told you how ā v ā is pronounced but you insist on mispronouncing it. And I donāt like the sequence of episodes, too much skipping around for me.
Otherwise itās ok.
s. Whittaker
Truly a fantastic podcast!
This podcast is smart yet accessible, witty, and really well laid out. Overall a fantastic primer to Ancient Rome!
Sime000043
Love it
Itās educational, sometimes funny, never boring. If you loved HBO Rome, Starz Spartacus, Roma Sub Rosa {Gordianus the Finder}, etc, youāre going to love this.
FastCopywriter
This is a Really Good Podcast!
This podcast is so easy to listen to. The interview format keeps the show light and free-flowing. The sometimes difficult Roman familial relationships are simplified.
This podcast is scholarly yet a fun listen.
I enjoy this podcast immensely! Great job!
Hernan El Maestro
Love It!!!!!
Kudos to the host and āexpertsā. Takes me back to by university days. Feels like being in one of my favorite classrooms whenever I get into my carā¦ā¦..Thank You!!!
AG 4827
The best!
Iāve been interested in looking about the ancient history for a while and this is the best podcast just for that!It takes the history but makes it fun.You can tell they enjoy what theyāre speaking about and not just reading straight from a book but giving insight on their opinions and feelings toward it too.I genuinely get excited listening to this
Dolphin_jesus
Rhiannon or die
Love this podcast. Itās educational and entertaining, but sorry, canāt listen to any guest other than Dr. Rhiannon Evans. Sheās by far the best.
that DC life
Love this podcast
This is one of the smartest, most engaging podcasts I've ever listened to. Matt Smith & Rhiannon Evans are terrific, and Caillan Davenport has been a delightful addition.
Taunting Flamingo
Terrible waste of time.
Terrible podcast
Christopher Burrows
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A lady with a tantalizing accent whoās well learned in ancient history is my Achilles heel šŖš¾ā¤ļøš
@AtlWizTech
@AtlWizTech
Horace!!
Love this podcast. Can we please get an episode on Horace??
sjgrgv
Addicted
This podcast is addictive! I would love to be in Dr Rhiannonās classes! Matt adds so much to the podcast. I really enjoy listening to these conversations!
Pnmurphy
Quick studies of Roman emperors
Vignettes of the emperors and other notable figures of the Roman Empire. Although each episode runs about 15-20 minutes the hosts do manage cite sources and offer criticism and problems with accepting the sources at face value..
Owlbarn66
Fascinating Podcast !
I was too cool for school and didnāt pay much attention in history class. I recently found this podcast wanting to learn about the history of the Roman Empires and have very much enjoyed it. Matt does a great job and Dr Rhiannon Evans in-depth knowledge is impressive and need I say sexyā¦ ;) Thanks for putting this together. Love the series.
OG Shishito
Amazing!
Favorite Ancient Roman podcast. I have enjoyed this podcast from episode one until today. This is not a dry history podcast and some out there. The hosts are engaging, funny, knowledgeable and interesting. Please never let it be over.
azamora13
5 stars
An excellent in depth podcast. I hope they continue getting back to focusing on their bread and butter topics- the story of individual emperors.
Ryan Arnstein
One of the best podcasts around
Erudite, yet down to earth. Can be really funny and always informative. Matt Smith and Rhiannon Evans are charming and this podcast is a must listen.
Scountbear 43
Truly Amazing
Read up on creator/host Steve West. The guyās as remarkable as his show. Consistently amazed at his ability to distill haaard haaaaard philosophical constructs/concepts into easily understood bite size chunks. A must listen for the casual learner and serious student alike.
xxDarkhorse06xx
Great podcast
This is a great podcast, and I am enjoying it a lot. I recommend it to anyone new to the Roman Empire. However, it is very oversimplified, and some major details are glossed over. One of the biggest things not included was the Battle of Pharsalus, the great showdown between Caesar and Pompey in 48BC, which is what let Pompey to run away to Egypt where he was eventually killed. Other than that, I love this podcast, and for anyone that wants to dig deeper into the Roman Empire, I recommend Mike Duncanās The History of Rome podcast
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Ereddy44
Love it
I think Iāve listened to every episode and some multiple times! I canāt get enough!
Cardcm
Highly engaging, accessible & informative
Really great podcast - despite the fact that itās Australian !! š. The humor, the interplay between the hosts, and the rigor of the material canāt be beat. I listen while I run or work out & Iām often sad that my workout ends!
David G Mc
Amazing!
This is my favorite podcast, hands down. Itās been a great way to supplement what Iām learning in my history courses and get more detail than we sometimes have time for in class. I appreciate the occasional humor and the fantastic insights. Thank you for making it!
ablankpostcard
Amazing
Love listening to this podcast - very informative and entertaining!
ML100171
Recommend
Brief episodes but interesting.
JBNJ007
Quality show
Pairing of host and subject matter experts works well.
pails n blimps
Optime!
Scholarly. Informative. Even a bit saucy. Love it! Great as an intro or as a review. Nice complements to the BBCās āI Claudiusā and to Suetoniusā āLives of the Twelve Caesars.ā This H. S. Latin teacher approves.
Coochilator
Episode cxiv messalina
Really? Dr R, why do you feel you have to be an apologist for messalina? Invoke Occamās razor: if many authors described her as an adulteress, sheās most likely is. Matt, the podcast works better when you stick to the narrative facts and leave out the one sided opinions. After 100+ very successful podcasts, this one really disappointed me.
Gerard de Ridefort
Love it!!!
I enjoy all the detail in this podcast. Itās evident that a lot of work and research was done. Matt and Rhiannon great, they have some funny jokes but the podcast isnāt interrupted constantly by laughter, inside jokes, and random tangents like other podcasts.
Cheyenne is cool
THE BEST PODCAST ABOUT ROME
I love this podcast and Iāve listened to them all. The blend of host + expert strikes the perfect cord. I love how they cite sources!!! I started listening to this pod 4 years ago and still relisten all the time. My only complaint is they need to make lots more! Faster!!! Keep up the great work nitelightguy and Dr Rhionan šš„³
Ffmgfchk
A window to the Roman Empire.
Iām a fan of history. I have listened in itās entirety the podcast āThe History of Romeā twice in itās entirety covering the whole empire by Mike Duncan thatās worth checking out if you dig this. Enough talking on out āTHoRā, Iām glad I recently found podcast. I like this podcast because it cover specifically the important people who made up the Roman Empire.
Definitely check this podcast out & if you dig this & Iāll say once more youāll dig āThe History of Romeā because it tells the stories that happened. This podcast is cool because it tells you why the Roman leaders acted the way they did. I learned more things in detail on the people who made Rome. The combination of the two are impressive.
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TDKFreedomRider
The are great
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m23gd
Love this show!
I love the topics, the setting and the timing of the episodes, they arenāt too long and perfect for my drive to work!
Mcbdale
More plz
Love this show canāt get enough šš¾šš¾
Juankabam