The Controversial History of Marcus Aurelius
In this episode, I chat with father-son team Matthew and Matteo Storm, who host the Lost Roman Heroes podcast, a bi-weekly dive deep into the overlooked lives and legacies of ancient Rome. They’re history buffs with a passion for ancient Rome. Matthew is also the author of several works of historical fiction, based in the Roman empire, the most recent being THE EMPEROR: Heraclius Battles Persia for the Life of Rome.
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HighlightsHow did the Lost Roman Heroes podcast begin?
Travel to Carnuntum and other historic locations.
Matthew’s historical fiction set in the Roman empire
What are your favourite quotes from the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius?
How can we be sure Marcus actually wrote the Meditations?
Was it intended for publication?
Why are Hadrian and Herodes Atticus notable by their absence from the list of people Marcus admires in Book One of the Meditations?
Was it really a bad idea for Marcus to appoint Commodus his successor?
Who was Avidius Cassius, the usurper?
Was Faustina the loyal wife Marcus makes her out to be or the scheming and unfaithful one depicted in the histories?
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