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Augustus and the aftermath of Roman political violence
28:54 - 35:12 (06:18)
The podcast discusses how Augustus dealt with the challenge of ruling after 150 years of violence, assassination attempts, street fights and civil wars that had significantly affected the male population of the Roman empire.
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The politics of Rome were determined through street fights, where each gang represented a different political block.
28:54 - 30:42 (01:47)
Summary
The politics of Rome were determined through street fights, where each gang represented a different political block. Killing the Tribune of the Plebes was prohibited, hence, street fights were usually between the armed young thugs of the gangs.
ChapterAugustus and the aftermath of Roman political violence
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The term "fascism" originates from the ancient Roman practice of lictors carrying fascist, a bundle of sticks with an ax tied to them, around people with political power, allowing them to escape punishment for heinous crimes based on their social status and wealth.
30:42 - 33:39 (02:57)
Summary
The term "fascism" originates from the ancient Roman practice of lictors carrying fascist, a bundle of sticks with an ax tied to them, around people with political power, allowing them to escape punishment for heinous crimes based on their social status and wealth. This system of power was present in the densest city in the modern world, and while it may not directly correlate with modern-day fascism, its origins are significant.
ChapterAugustus and the aftermath of Roman political violence
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This episode talks about how Augustus deals with the aftermath of constant assassinations, street fights, and civil wars as he takes power in the Roman empire, including the war with Pompey that he wins.
33:39 - 35:12 (01:32)
Summary
This episode talks about how Augustus deals with the aftermath of constant assassinations, street fights, and civil wars as he takes power in the Roman empire, including the war with Pompey that he wins.