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May 3, 2026

The Rest Is History | 666. Wine and the Birth of Civilisation

What does The Odyssey teach us about the history of wine in the ancient world? How did Julius Caesar use wine to conquer the world? And, why was The Judgement of Paris - when America took on France - the most controversial incident in the history of wine? Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss the long history of wine; from ancient Jordan, to Bronze Age Greece, to the Vikings, and beyond… Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Jack Meek, Harry Swan, Adam Thornton, Harry Balden, Tabby Syrett, Aaliyah Akude, Callum Hill, Dom Johnson

March 17, 2026

Van Rome tot nu: hoe politici de oudheid gebruiken | Radboud Reflects Lecture met Olivier Hekster en Marcel Wissenburg

Het symbool van een machtige leider? Julius Caesar, natuurlijk. En van militaire kracht? Het Romeinse leger. Zoek je een toonbeeld van een groot rijk? Dan kun je niet om het Romeinse Rijk heen. En wil je waarschuwen voor verval? Ook dan kom je uit bij het Romeinse Rijk. Als politici de geschiedenis erbij halen om een boodschap kracht bij te zetten, belanden ze opvallend vaak in de oudheid—met het Romeinse Rijk voorop. Slaan deze verwijzingen ergens op, en maakt dat eigenlijk uit? Luister naar historicus Olivier Hekster en politiek filosoof Marcel Wissenburg over hoe politici de geschiedenis inzetten en welke impact dat heeft op ons denken vandaag. Van Rome tot nu: hoe politici de oudheid gebruiken | Lezing en gesprek met historicus Olivier Hekster en politiek filosoof Marcel Wissenburg Dinsdag 17 maart 2026 | 20.00 - 21.30 uur | Collegezalencomplex , Radboud Universiteit | Radboud Reflects en Anchoring Innovation Bekijk de terugblik: www.ru.nl/diensten/sport-cultu…of-marcel-wissenburg

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Olivier Hekster, Marcel Wissenburg

October 23, 2025

The Rest Is History | Julius Caesar, with Mary Beard

What is the main difference between Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great? When did Julius Caesar become one of the major players of the Roman Republic? What was the true nature of Caesar’s relationship with Cleopatra? How did he manage to defeat his enemies to become Dictator of Rome for life? And, how did he finally meet his violent, blood-spattered end? In the third episode of this exclusive new series on ancient history, Tom is joined again by the world renowned classicist Mary Beard, to discuss Julius Caesar: the legendary Roman general who changed Rome forever, and doomed himself along the way… Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith Producer: Tabby Syrett Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Jack Meek Social Producer: Harry Balden

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Mary Beard, Theo Young-Smith, Tabby Syrett, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Meek, Harry Balden

September 30, 2025

VincentHunink

"Sinds 1990 ben ik actief als vertaler van Griekse en Latijnse teksten. Een aantal staat inmiddels gratis online, omdat de boeken uitverkocht of uit de handel genomen zijn. Deze pagina gaat over alle vertalingen in boekvorm. Vertalingen die in tijdschriften, bundels etc zijn verschenen worden hier in principe niet genoemd. Ze staan uiteraard wel vermeld in de overzichten van alle publicaties." Vincent Hunink is classicus en vertaler, verbonden aan de Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen.

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Vincent Hunink

August 11, 2025

Middeleeuwen | ZOMERSPECIAL #1 | Legitimiteit van Oost-Romeinse keizers

In deze eerste Zomerspecial van 2025 neemt promovendus Morris Beks MA van de Universiteit van Amsterdam ons mee in zijn promotieonderzoek naar de legitimiteit van Oost-Romeinse keizers. Wat maakt een keizer legitiem? Welke groepen mensen hadden daar in het Oost-Romeinse Rijk invloed op? En hoe zien we dat terug in de bronnen? Over deze en nog veel meer vragen praat Morris ons in deze special uitgebreid bij!Shownotes???? Volg Middeleeuwen op Bluesky???? Stuur een mail???? Meer lezen over deze periode? Morris tipt het prachtige 'Streams of Gold, Rivers of Blood' van Anthony Kaldellis???? Timo EppingSupport de show???? Word ‘Fan’ of doe een eenmalige donatie via petjeaf.com/middeleeuwenZelf een (historische) podcast maken????? Stuur een mail (info@eppingproductions.nl)All music by Epidemic Sound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Timo Epping, Morris Beks

October 9, 2024

The Rest Is History | 502. The Roman Conquest of Britain: To the Ends of the Earth (Part 4)

In the aftermath of Boudicca’s uprising, the Romans felt they could not withdraw from the British Isles. They sent their most competent fighters and leaders to suppress the indigenous Britons in the south. As the Druids of Wales were defeated, and the resistant Caledonians were massacred, the process of Romanisation in Britain began. London became the urbanised imperial capital, and the Roman love of hot springs saw the development of Bath. And, forty years after their arrival, they finally reached the Highlands, conquering lands as north as Orkney. Listen as Tom and Dominic discuss how the Romans circumnavigated the British Isles, colonised its lands and returned to Rome as heroes. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Anouska Lewis, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

October 6, 2024

The Rest Is History | 501. The Roman Conquest of Britain: Boudicca’s Reign of Blood (Part 3)

“Two cities were sacked, eighty thousand of the Romans and of their allies perished, and the island was lost to Rome. Moreover, all this ruin was brought upon by a woman...” Few figures have statues dedicated to them in the towns they incinerated. But Boudicca was no ordinary figure. With a name that means “she who brings victory”, Boudicca was Rome’s supervillain. She was a freedom fighter who stood up to the greatest imperial power in the world. In 60 AD, Boudicca led her Iceni army to attack Colchester and London, cities left bare and vulnerable without fortifications. But the Romans would not accept such defeats without taking revenge… Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the life of the first vivid personality in British history, a fierce tale of a warrior queen. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Anouska Lewis, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

October 2, 2024

The Rest Is History | 500. The Roman Conquest of Britain: The Empire Strikes Back (Part 2)

Viewed as an idiot by those around him, Claudius felt the need to prove himself. In the century since Caesar had invaded Britain, the mythology surrounding the island had taken hold in Roman imaginations. Stories of sea monsters, terrifying Druids, and human sacrifice by barbarians, instilled fear into the imperial legions. But Claudius was determined, and launched a two-pronged attack on the southeastern coast to immortalise his name as a victor. Accompanied by German mercenaries, Roman soldiers forced their way across the Medway in Kent and headed up the Thames to London. British elites had two options: resist or collaborate… Join Tom and Dominic as they piece together, coin by Roman coin, how Claudius conquered Britain in 43 AD. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Anouska Lewis, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

September 29, 2024

The Rest Is History | 499. The Roman Conquest of Britain: Julius Caesar’s Invasion (Part 1)

Julius Caesar saw the Britons as brutal savages. Yet the Romans romanticised their lack of civilisation, deeming them as untainted by Mediterranean luxury. In 55 BC, after sending scouts along the Kentish coast, Caesar launched an invasion of the island as part of his Gallic Wars campaign. After a disastrous first attempt marred by storms, the “menacing horde of barbarians” of the English Home Counties asked Caesar for help and he returned with a bigger, stronger army to support their prince. Will this campaign succeed? Join Tom and Dominic as they explore Caesar’s invasion of Britain and how it entered the orbit of the great imperial power. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Anouska Lewis, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

June 13, 2024

The Rest Is History | Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic (Extract)

To coincide with the re-release of Rubicon in audiobook, now with Tom Holland himself narrating it, we have the book’s introduction for you to enjoy. Rubicon is a story of incomparable drama. This was the century of Julius Caesar, the gambler whose addiction to glory led him to the banks of the Rubicon, and beyond; of Cicero, whose defence of freedom would make him a byword for eloquence; of Spartacus, the slave who dared to challenge a superpower; of Cleopatra, the queen who did the same.

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook