Empresses of Rome

Joseph Martin McCabe

Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of Imperial Rome, focusing on the remarkable women who wielded power behind the throne. This podcast unravels the intricate stories of the Empresses, whose lives were intertwined with the fate of the Empire, challenging the norms of their time to engage in politics and public life. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the lives of these extraordinary women, illuminating their influence and the legacy they left on history. This is not a single narrative but a rich tapestry of unique explorations that highlights the strength, resilience, and agency of women in a patriarchal society. As you listen, you’ll discover how these Empresses navigated the complexities of their roles, often turning the tide of history. Join us in celebrating their stories and uncovering the hidden chapters of Rome’s past with every new book.

  1. 2d ago

    Don Caesar de Bazan-Adolphe d'Ennery, Dumanoir

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  2. 3d ago

    Mind Amongst the Spindles-Charles Knight

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  3. 4d ago

    Deep Water Voyage-Paul Eve Stevenson

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  4. 5d ago

    Eyes Like the Sea-Mór Jókai

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  5. 6d ago

    Folk Tales Every Child Should Know-Hamilton Wright Mabie

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  6. Aug 19

    Green Mansions A Romance of the Tropical Forest-William Henry Hudson

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  7. Aug 18

    Death of Society A Novel of Tomorrow-Florence Roma Muir Wilson

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

  8. Aug 17

    Pilgrimage Of Etheria-Etheria

    Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity to ascend the throne, their stories deserving of recognition and exploration. Taken from the authors introduction, this is a podcast that revisits history from a fresh perspective, highlighting the often overlooked, yet significant roles of women.

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Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of Imperial Rome, focusing on the remarkable women who wielded power behind the throne. This podcast unravels the intricate stories of the Empresses, whose lives were intertwined with the fate of the Empire, challenging the norms of their time to engage in politics and public life. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the lives of these extraordinary women, illuminating their influence and the legacy they left on history. This is not a single narrative but a rich tapestry of unique explorations that highlights the strength, resilience, and agency of women in a patriarchal society. As you listen, you’ll discover how these Empresses navigated the complexities of their roles, often turning the tide of history. Join us in celebrating their stories and uncovering the hidden chapters of Rome’s past with every new book.

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  • Creator
    Joseph Martin McCabe
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Biographies and Memoirs
  • Show Website
    Empresses of Rome