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Empresses of Rome

Empresses of Rome

By: Joseph Martin McCabe
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Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.Copyright Biographies and Memoirs
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  • 27 - Empresses of Rome by Joseph Martin McCabe
    Jul 25 2025
    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.
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    27 mins
  • 26 - Empresses of Rome by Joseph Martin McCabe
    Jul 25 2025
    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.
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    44 mins
  • 25 - Empresses of Rome by Joseph Martin McCabe
    Jul 25 2025
    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.
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    32 mins

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