The ’’Greats’’ of History

By: Phillip Barlag
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  • Summary

  • A weekly series about people who have been called “The Great,” where we try to get past the honorific and understand who they were, what they did, and why some people seem to like them so much.
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Episodes
  • Episode 32: Pompey, part 6

    Episode 32: Pompey, part 6
    Nov 19 2024

    The final (no, really) episode in our sprawling series on the life and career of Pompey Magnus. Let's track the culmination of his war with Caesar, and consider his life and legacy.

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    34 mins
  • Episode 31: Pompey, part 5

    Episode 31: Pompey, part 5
    Nov 12 2024

    The late Roman Republic was chaotic, with violence and bloodshed the norm. As the crisis reached its apex, two factions emerged: one led by Pompey, one led by Caesar. In time, of course, only one would be left standing...
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    39 mins
  • Episode 30: Pompey, part 4

    Episode 30: Pompey, part 4
    Nov 5 2024

    Pompey finally encounters some political challenges that he can't solve on his own. Fortunately, he's got a couple of guys lurking in the shadows who are ready to help him -- and themselves. Their collaboration would change history, and the course of Pompey's life and career.

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    36 mins

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