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“Below was my original review a few year after this podcast started in March 2014. I wouldn’t change a word of it
I would add though that Matt , Rhiannon and Caillan have made this podcast something of an institution over the past decade.
Been a treat to have followed you. At the risk of...”Read full review »
'not of an age' via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/13/24
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“March 28, 2014 is the date of your first episode. So, CONGRATULATIONS on my most favorite podcast! 10 amazing years!”
LaFragua via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“Ave. Congratulations on Ten years in a few days, I have binge-listened to this Podcast over the last 10 months. Originally a curious distraction, I have been drawn into the roman world through these wonderful Orators. The Whimsical chemistry between Matt and Rhiannon is wonderful, and she is...”Read full review »
Itsflynn via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/22/24
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“Well done always. Informative. Great production.A university education in classic history and the Roman emperorships”
MGP Terps via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/24
“As someone who has been a Roman history hobbyist for over three decades, this is a great podcast to move beyond the better known “greatest hits” of Rome (first century) and get into more “deep tracks” beyond the best known material. Exploring the fast paced action of the third and fourth...”Read full review »
CelticRuss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/23
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“Love this a lot.”
Digjazzalot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/23
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“Very helpful for year 12 ancient history julio claudian topic- makes it easier to understand the content”
hungergamesfan4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/29/23
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“I discovered this during the lock downs, absolutely love it! Thank you”
Fred dagg via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/29/23
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“i never understood roman history. I thought it was boring. These people brought it to life for me. I’ve learned so much listening I’m just flabbergasted.
ps, I have never given a 5 star rating - ever.”
ScottBE via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/25/23
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“I’m a huge fan of Cicero and started listening for mention of him but now I’m hooked on all episodes. Anything more on Cicero would be greatly appreciated!”
Big zmeister via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/23/23
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“This pod has become a firm favourite - I’m relieved there are still many more emperors ahead of us. Also fantastic that it hails from Australia …”
catolog? via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/08/23
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“It was actually suggested to me by chatGPT and I started listening from the beginning and went trough a dozen episodes. It would be very pleasant, interesting to listen and good on keeping the contest and the relations between people clear, which is not always easy on historical podcast,...”Read full review »
Sara Nicolini via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
07/12/23
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“Content very good overall, it has a lot of energy and the content craters care about the show. However, the use of the idiotic “CE” “BCE” to designate when Christ split time is tedious and weak. There is simply nothing “Common” the era after Christ.”
kjhgeirystowiyg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/23
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“A great source for our U3A Classics Reading Group!”
kamasp via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/06/23
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“I’ve finally finished binge-listening to this entire podcast and I’m 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. It’s scholarly, it’s engaging, and the hosts...”Read full review »
dalignarly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/23
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“Love the content!!! Still the best Roman history podcast!”
nhibeeee via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/08/23
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“Hands down the best Roman Empire podcast out there. Well informed and full of interesting details about the Roman Empire and its emperors. The Matt Smith and Rhiannon Evans couple is great, the crack good jokes here and there and make you have a great time while you’re commuting. I’ve spent the...”Read full review »
Elmessi via Apple Podcasts ·
Colombia ·
05/09/23
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“Incredibly engaging and interesting. Got into this in our holiday to Italy and will try my best to listen to all of theses!”
melodious? via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/06/23
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“I’m 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 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/23
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“If you find yourself Roman Curious… this is definitely a great place to get your fix”
Padwan Gartner via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/28/23
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“Who is interested in ancient history and all Latin pupils, this is a mandatory podcast. Not to long but alway an interesting topic, presented with the humor of Matt Smith. I very much a fan.”
lawberrhabarber via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
04/09/23
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“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 don’t fit when you’re several hundred years past this and you don’t clarify the best that you are going to do this. After that complaint I just don’t...”Read full review »
Jinchuriki_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/23
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“Nothing short of amazing. In-depth, fun, exploring aspects of Roman life, culture, politics that you don’t easily come across in other sources. It’s a privilege to learn history from such brilliant, academic minds. Matt, as well, is a knowledgeable host, who always asks the right questions.”
Lor.ns via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
03/09/23
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“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 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“I’m very thankful I recently discovered this podcast. I’ve listened to Mike Duncan’s 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...”Read full review »
Dan sattre via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/23
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“Such good content! Interesting takes on things, scholarly, no filler, just normal people talking Rome.”
Jonesy8888 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/23
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“I came out to write this review and found there’s unplayed Emperors of Rome podcasts in my feed! What? I would have sworn I’d listened to every single episode because I enjoy this show so much, but turns out I’ve got some back eps to catch up on and I can’t wait! Highly recommend starting at the...”Read full review »
whimziequiltz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“I habe always been interested in the Ancient Rome but this podcast has made it even better! It goes not very deep into the stories of the people but gives you general information about them and why they turned out the way they were.”
E Julie K via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
01/19/23
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“it is. For the nuanced comments revealing some of the profound knowledge made sound so easy, the witty remarks from Matt who paints over his preparedness by spontaneity ; the whole storyline evolving so thoughtfully beyond the IMPs and not the least for your natural ability to sound so good on...”Read full review »
04/22 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
12/02/22
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“I LOVE this podcast and regularly listen to new episodes (or revisit old ones). I love how it keeps me learning about classics. Reasons you might love it:
-it holds tight to primary sources, so you know the information is good.
-the dialogue format is easy to listen to and the back and forth...”Read full review »
the-real-captain via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/23/22
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“I am so pleased to have found this podcast. Matt and Rhiannon are fantastic hosts and there’s the perfect amount of information for each period covered”
staywildmoonchild1990 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/15/22
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“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 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/22
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“Thank you for your passion in presenting this podcast. Very educational and entertaining.”
persis iranica via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/15/22
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“I’m loving this podcast and binged LXXXVII episodes this week. Found a new love in ancient Roman history and has nurtured my desire to visit the ancient sites of Rome and Athens.”
Okhk3776 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/11/22
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“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 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
“I think this is the best podcast about roman history there is. I love the style of story telling/interviewing, smart sense of humour and (even as a historian) I learn new details every time. Greetings from Switzerland - I am thankful for your podcast - and love being told that I have been fantastic.”
2019Mahalo via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
08/11/22
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“I found out about this podcast couple months before my trip to Italy in 2022. It made my visit to the Roman forum, the colosseum, the palatine museum and the Vatican museum way more exciting and enjoyable. Thank you Matt and Dr. Rhiannon.
Fadi from Montreal, Canada.”
Marcus Aurelius 2022 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/07/22
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“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...”Read full review »
BruinBlood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/22
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“I just discovered this pod and I could listen to it forever and ever. I hope it never ends haha🤩”
shipwreckblues via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/22
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“Thank you so much for your excellent podcast. What a gift to share this great history.”
Dubcee0001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/05/22
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“Love this podcast, came across it by accident 3 weeks ago and almost caught up, would recommend”
Dermo5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/23/22
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“Dr Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith are super engaging speakers. I was looking for a conversational history podcast but didn’t want something too casual. Emperors of Rome is well structured but very free flowing. I would be willing to bet that more students would entertain the classics if they had...”Read full review »
noway all taken via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/03/22
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“Very pleased to have found this podcast on one of my favourite periods.”
FPW111111 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/01/22
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“I learn something new each episode.”
MusashiG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/22
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