Chapter 19: The Death of the Roman Republic

In the penultimate episode, the Roman Republic dies, with the ascension of Rome’s first emperor.  He played the game viciously, and with no more rivals, the Roman Empire, was his.

Our essential question to keep in mind throughout the episode is: How did the Roman Republic die?

Suicide is a prevalent theme in this episode, and is mentioned a lot at the end of the episode.  In one instance, a historical figures suicide is descriptive, and some may consider it graphic.  This is in no way meant to glorify suicide, but so we can understand why this historical figure did what he did, and how that affected others.  If you would like an edited MP3 of this episode with less descriptive elements, you can contact the show by emailing dotrrpod@gmail.com. 

The US National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800-273-8255 if you feel like you need support. 

Intro/Outro Music: “Into Uncertainty’’ from Jay Man - OurMusicBox.  Thumbnail made with Bannersnack.  “Tolling Bell” from soundbible.com.  “Proscription” sound effect obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com.  “Smooth and Sexy R&B” 

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