Hannah Cornwell
Associate Professor in Ancient History at the University of Birmingham, specialising in Roman history and political culture, and featured as the expert guest discussing Julius Caesar and the Ides of March.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 3min
What if the Ides of March Failed?
Dr Hannah Cornwell, Associate Professor in Ancient History at the University of Birmingham, unpacks Julius Caesar’s plans and personality. She walks through his slated eastern campaigns, looming reforms, and relationships with allies like Cleopatra. Short, sharp scenes imagine his military aims, political honours, and the ripple effects had his assassination failed.
Aug 11, 2023 • 40min
Rome’s Golden Age with Tom Holland
In an enlightening discussion, Tom Holland, an acclaimed historian and co-host of The Rest Is History podcast, teams up with Hannah Cornwell, Associate Professor of Ancient History. They delve into Rome’s Golden Age, painting a vivid picture of the wealth and power during Pax Romana. Topics include the complexities of Roman citizenship, the empire's vast reach from Britain to Syria, and the cultural exchange that shaped its identity. Holland also examines how spectacles like the Colosseum symbolized imperial dominance, revealing the deep connections between peace, power, and culture.
