Caligula

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the enigmatic persona of one of history's most reviled figures - the depraved and sadistic Roman emperor. Allegations of incest, murder, and even the eccentric promotion of his beloved horse to consul have cemented his infamy in popular culture.

But do these enduring tales truly capture the essence of this ancient tyrant, or is there more to his story than meets the eye? Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the real man behind the legend.

Through meticulous research and historical analysis, we aim to separate fact from fiction, exploring the complexities and nuances of his reign. Was he a deranged despot, as depicted in our history books, or did he possess qualities that history has overlooked?

Tune in as we challenge the conventional narrative and shed new light on a figure shrouded in mystery. Get ready to rethink what you thought you knew about this infamous emperor.

Don't miss this intriguing exploration that takes you beyond the myths and into the heart of history.

This is an original production brought to you by Daniel Mainwaring’s Fascinating People, Fascinating Places Podcast. For more information visit the website www.DanielMainwaring.com
Additional material provided by Dorsey Jackson – https://youtu.be/DxFyjYpKUVE
of Dorsey Jackson Global
at Compound City
Covert art is a bust of Emperor Caligula, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek made by Louis Le Grand in March 2007 Made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC-BY-SA 3.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en).
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