HistoryExtra podcast Women who shaped the Roman empire
Sep 7, 2023
Emma Southon, author of A History of the Roman Empire Through the Eyes of Its Women, joins Elinor Evans to explore the role of women in the Roman empire. They discuss the challenges of uncovering women's stories, the integral role of women in Roman society, the founding story of Rome involving the abduction of Sabine women, the challenges in studying early Roman history, the complex portrayal of Claudia in Roman politics, and Julia Felix's luxury leisure complex in Pompeii.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Role of Women in Roman Society
02:30 • 5min
The Founding Story of Rome: The Role of Women
07:18 • 5min
Challenges of studying early Roman history and the role of Vestal Virgins
12:17 • 8min
Portrayal of Women in Roman History: The Complex Case of Claudia
20:16 • 4min
Julia Felix: Creating a Luxury Leisure Complex
24:42 • 16min