Chapter 8: Cicero and Conspiracy

Marcus Tullius Cicero’s claim to fame is that he was Rome’s greatest orator, and in this episode, we see how the power of his words, shapes the minds of Romans, and shapes the Republic.  This episode, we also see how Cicero deals with a conspiracy: a hostile takeover of the Republic.  Will Cicero be able to save the Republic? What roles do Crassus, Caesar, and Cato the Younger play?  Listen to find out!

Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: What is Cicero’s political alignment? Is he more of a Popularis, or an Optimate?

Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox.  Thumbnail made with Bannersnack.

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