Episode
Part Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
1:07:35
Published: Thu Aug 18 2022
Description
Robert is joined again by Andrew Ti to continue to discuss The Roman Republic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
In this episode, the hosts discuss the limitations on weapons in ancient Rome.
00:00 - 03:38 (03:38)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the limitations on weapons in ancient Rome. These laws were not very effective and there was no consequence for breaking them unless you killed a famous, rich person.
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Historians at the time portrayed Gaius as an exceptional military leader who loved his soldiers.
03:38 - 09:53 (06:15)
Summary
Historians at the time portrayed Gaius as an exceptional military leader who loved his soldiers. Gaius was instrumental in reforming the Roman army and creating the image of what we commonly associate with the ancient Roman legions.
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The podcast discusses the complex legacy of Roman general Scipio Africanus, who is known for both his military prowess and his reputation as a mass murderer.
09:53 - 14:24 (04:30)
Summary
The podcast discusses the complex legacy of Roman general Scipio Africanus, who is known for both his military prowess and his reputation as a mass murderer. Some view him as the third founder of Rome, while others criticize his sadistic tactics.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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This episode discusses the rise to power of Pompey the Great and the challenges he faced during the transition from a Republican to an Imperial era in ancient Rome.
14:24 - 19:54 (05:30)
Summary
This episode discusses the rise to power of Pompey the Great and the challenges he faced during the transition from a Republican to an Imperial era in ancient Rome.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The success of gangsters lies in building an armed mob to get into street fights and watch their back.
19:54 - 24:51 (04:56)
Summary
The success of gangsters lies in building an armed mob to get into street fights and watch their back. They have a chunk of veteran clients who act as protective toadies and part of their job is to have such clients.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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The podcast discusses the life of Julius Caesar; how he effectively used propaganda and public perception to further his political career, his military conquests, and his changing persona over time.
24:51 - 28:54 (04:02)
Summary
The podcast discusses the life of Julius Caesar; how he effectively used propaganda and public perception to further his political career, his military conquests, and his changing persona over time.
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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.
28:54 - 35:12 (06:18)
Summary
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.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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The episode talks about military imposters and the paradise island of Koh Tao, which looks like a picture of an imaginary island.
35:12 - 39:24 (04:11)
Summary
The episode talks about military imposters and the paradise island of Koh Tao, which looks like a picture of an imaginary island. It also touches upon the similarities of military imposters and some Republicans in showing off their strength.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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Dr. Linda Ellis explains how firefighters' roles have evolved beyond firefighting to also include preventing fires and checking for potential hazards in buildings.
39:24 - 45:22 (05:57)
Summary
Dr. Linda Ellis explains how firefighters' roles have evolved beyond firefighting to also include preventing fires and checking for potential hazards in buildings.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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The transcript discusses the concept of mobs as a check against power, the misconception of having simple answers when talking about ancient concepts, and the dilemma of having fewer rights due to a natural political condition.
45:22 - 51:39 (06:16)
Summary
The transcript discusses the concept of mobs as a check against power, the misconception of having simple answers when talking about ancient concepts, and the dilemma of having fewer rights due to a natural political condition.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
PodcastBehind the Bastards
During civil wars, military spies would infiltrate other military units, serving as secret police and reporting back to their leader.
51:39 - 1:01:13 (09:34)
Summary
During civil wars, military spies would infiltrate other military units, serving as secret police and reporting back to their leader. In the absence of modern communication methods, supply runners would physically move around cities to carry messages and military units had units of tough bodyguards.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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This podcast explores the cutthroat nature of Roman politics during the Republican period, and how this led to cunning leaders coming to power.
1:01:13 - 1:09:17 (08:03)
Summary
This podcast explores the cutthroat nature of Roman politics during the Republican period, and how this led to cunning leaders coming to power. The discussion also touches on the role of the Praetorian Guard and their influence in selecting emperors.
EpisodePart Two: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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The first of a two-part series from Behind the Bastards podcast delves into the story behind the assassination of three radio journalists in Miami and the dark motives behind the killings.
1:09:17 - 1:10:47 (01:30)
Summary
The first of a two-part series from Behind the Bastards podcast delves into the story behind the assassination of three radio journalists in Miami and the dark motives behind the killings.