Gaius Julius Caesar Germanicus — better known as Caligula — ruled the Roman Empire for just four years, yet his name became a symbol of madness, cruelty, and decadence. But how much of what we know about him is true? And how much is myth, gossip, or political propaganda?
In this podcast, we explore the rise and fall of Caligula, Rome’s third emperor, from his early years in military camps to the paranoia, executions, and divine ambitions that marked his final days. Along the way, we compare ancient sources like Suetonius, Cassius Dio, Josephus, and Philo, and separate historical fact from legend.
Topics covered in this Podcast:
- Caligula’s relationship with Germanicus and Tiberius
-His first months as emperor and surprising popularity
-The illness that changed everything
-Political purges and the fall of Tiberius Gemellus
-Caligula’s obsession with Incitatus, his favorite horse
-The plan to invade Britain
-His controversial deification and god complex
-The assassination of Caligula in 41 AD
-What modern historians say vs. ancient Roman writers
This episode is perfect for anyone interested in: Ancient Rome, Roman emperors, Julio-Claudian dynasty, Roman history documentaries, and the truth behind Rome’s most notorious rulers.
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