Episode 7 The War with Sertorius (Spanish War)

Episode 11: BONUS! Roman Warfare

itunes pic [https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/6a/09/5f/lifeofpompey/3000x3000_12144136.jpg] In our latest installment, we diverge from our usual timeline and enter into a discussion of Roman Warfare in general. Hope you enjoy!

Episode 10 - The Pirate Menace pt. 2

itunes pic [https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/6a/09/5f/lifeofpompey/3000x3000_11845553.jpg] This episode is the meat and potatoes of the war against piracy. We talk legates, strategy, and the politics of war. Also a few obligatory pirate jokes.

Episode 9 - The Pirate Menace Pt. 1

itunes pic [https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/6a/09/5f/lifeofpompey/3000x3000_11581409.jpg] With the Carthaginians long since eradicated from the Mediterranean, the seas become lawless hosts to a growing number of pirates. The problem gets so bad for Rome that it threatens their very survival. Rome again turns to a strong man and the strongest man of the day just so happens to be, Pompey the Great!

Episode 8 The Consulship of Pompey and Crassus

itunes pic [https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/6a/09/5f/lifeofpompey/3000x3000_11581409.jpg] In this episode we see two of the soon-to-be most powerful men in Rome get their first taste of the most powerful position in Rome, The Consulship. The two vary in style and end the year on uneasy terms and setting the tone for the rest of their careers.

Episode 7 The War with Sertorius (Spanish War)

itunes pic [https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/6a/09/5f/lifeofpompey/3000x3000_11556374.jpg] With the civil war under control in Italy, the Roman eyes look toward Spain. The skilled general Sertorius builds a stronghold that begins to threaten Rome, reminding Romans of Hannibals invasion yet again. Pompey and M. Pius are sent to put an end to Sertorius, but Sertorius doesnt go without a fight!