When in Rome

Mar 06 2025 6 ep. 26 mins 6.1k
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A regular podcast series about place and space in the ancient Roman Empire. “I found Rome built of sun-dried bricks; I leave her clothed in marble.” - Augustus.

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The House of Julius Polybius

Mar 06 2025 25 mins  
The House of Julius Polybius is one of the best preserved residences in the town of Pompeii. Not only do we know about the family that lived there, a number of household goods have been excavated, giving insight to the life and workings of a Roman house. When in Rome podcast is now fundraising for series 8. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nightlight/when-in-rome-podcast-serie

The Roads to Rome

Dec 27 2024 28 mins  
Rome had an extensive road network, stretching from one end of the empire to the other. It aided travel, communications, movements of army and trade, and to this day has helped funnel a steady stream of visitors back to the mighty city. Guest: Professor Catherine Fletcher (History, Manchester Metropolitan University). Professor Fletcher is the author of 'The Roads to Rome'

Saepta Julia

Nov 07 2024 24 mins  
The Saepta Julia began with a noble intention - a defined place for citizens to meet, debate and vote. It was built at the instruction of Julius Caesar, at a time when the ideals of voting were still being upheld. Guest: Assoc. Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).

The Mausoleum of Santa Costanza

Aug 13 2024 23 mins  
In the outer suburbs of Rome is a well preserved late Roman mausoleum, built for the daughter of Constantine the great. While late Roman in nature it shows the influences of early Christian architecture. Guest: Dr Christopher Gribbin (Adjunct Lecturer, Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).

The House of the Baker

Jun 14 2024 29 mins  
In Pompeii there is a House of the Baker - a strangely designed dwelling with a famous mosaic of a man handing out bread that gives it its name. But perhaps the image indicates a different scene. Guest: Professor Steven Tuck (History and Classics, Miami University).

The Temple of Bel

Mar 14 2024 25 mins  
The Temple of Bel in Palmyra mixed the religions of Rome with beliefs in the east, providing the residents of the city with their own unique deities. While significant as a Roman temple, it had a long history in the years that followed, and has played an important part in Syria’s recent tragic events. Guest: Dr Peter Edwell (Senior Lecturer, History and Archaeology, Macquarie Un