Ancient Lives with Mary Beard

Mary Beard unearths the lives of the Ancients. Join Mary as she discovers the real lives of people from the ancient Greek world and the Roman empire.

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7 things we found out about Ancient Rome's bar scene
Mary Beard with some fascinating vignettes about Roman boozers.
Six surprising things that Mary Beard reveals about Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius
A look behind the steely façade of famously strong, masculine emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Did Calidius and Fannia's tavern offer "extras"?
Sex workers may, or may not, have been on the menu at the bar...
“I think it got as far as kissing”
Amy Richlin talks to Mary Beard.
Mary Beard meets the Ancient Greeks
Mary Beard explores the Empire and meets its people