The March of History: Julius Caesar
Experience the dramatic life of Julius Caesar and the fall of the Roman Republic in this gripping biographical history podcast.
Step into the heart of Ancient Rome and witness the rise and fall of one of history’s most iconic figures, Julius Caesar. This deep-dive podcast takes listeners on a meticulously researched journey through the Roman Republic’s most pivotal era—an age of political intrigue, military conquest, and the ambitions of powerful men who reshaped history.
Follow Julius Caesar’s extraordinary ascent from impoverished noble, navigating the treacherous waters of Roman politics and Senate power struggles, to his rise as a brilliant military commander and transformative statesman. His story is not just one of personal ambition—it’s the story of a civilization in flux, a society on the brink of collapse, and a republic unraveling under civil strife and imperial ambition.
This podcast explores Julius Caesar’s legendary military campaigns, beginning with the Gallic Wars—a defining chapter showcasing his unmatched strategic brilliance and relentless ambition. Experience the epic Battle of Alesia, where Caesar’s leadership secured victory over Vercingetorix and the Gauls. This triumph cemented his reputation as one of ancient Rome’s greatest generals and expanded the Roman Republic’s reach, solidifying its dominance across ancient Europe.
After the conquests in Gaul, the story shifts to rising political tensions in Ancient Rome, setting the stage for civil war. As Caesar’s rivals grew increasingly intractable—driven by fear, ambition, and a hatred of Caesar personally—he faced a stark choice: cross the Rubicon or submit to prosecution. Caesar chose the Rubicon, unleashing chaos across the Roman Republic and propelling the conflict toward the climactic Battle of Pharsalus, where Caesar’s forces confronted Pompey Magnus in a decisive clash that would determine the Republic’s fate and cement Caesar’s dominance.
But battlefields are only part of this history. The March of History immerses listeners in the tangled web of alliances, betrayals, and conspiracies that signaled the Roman Republic’s collapse. Alongside Julius Caesar, explore the ambitions and legacies of Ancient Rome’s most influential figures—Cicero, the brilliant orator and defender of republican ideals; Pompey Magnus, Rome’s golden boy and celebrated general turned reluctant adversary of Caesar; Cato the Younger, the immovable object to Caesar’s unstoppable force; Mark Antony, the charismatic hedonist and formidable battlefield commander; and Brutus, whose betrayal on the Ides of March remains one of history’s most infamous acts of treachery. And, of course, Cleopatra, the enigmatic Egyptian queen whose alliances with Caesar and Antony shaped personal destinies and Rome’s future.
This podcast offers more than a retelling of historic events—it’s an exploration of power, ambition, betrayal, and human frailty. The struggles, political moves, and military strategies of this era reveal timeless lessons on leadership, governance, and human nature.
Each episode draws from ancient sources and modern historians to provide rich context and insightful analysis. Quotes from classical writers and respected scholars breathe life into the narrative, while detailed commentary deepens the events that shaped Ancient Rome. For those captivated by Roman history, military strategy, and Ancient Rome’s fall, this podcast offers a truly immersive experience.
The March of History delivers a powerful exploration of one of history’s most pivotal eras. If you’re fascinated by the rise and fall of empires, the clash of brilliant minds, and the strategies that shaped Ancient Rome, this podcast is a must-listen. Join us as we uncover the epic story of Julius Caesar, the political chaos of the Roman Republic, and the transformation that gave birth to the Roman Empire—a legacy that still echoes through history.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 81
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
57. The Battle of Carrhae
Crassus invades the Parthian Empire! Ignoring an endless stream of bad omens he marches his army over the Euphrates River and into Mesopotamia. The Parthians are no helpless foe and soon Crassus find…
56. The Execution of a Race of Criminals
Julius Caesar turns his attention to punishing Ambiorix and the Eburones, the same tribe that ambushed and wiped out the 14th legion. While Caesar is busy dishing out retribution, the new replacement…
55. Embers of Rebellion
Julius Caesar races back and forth across Gaul doing his best to stamp out the embers of rebellion that seem to be springing up everywhere he looks. The Treveri, the Nervii, the Menapii, the Aduatuci…
54. Know Thyself, Know Thy Enemy
Heavily outnumbered, Julius Caesar must find a way to lure the Belgic coalition into fighting on terrain of his choosing. To do this, he will need a strong understanding of human psychology.
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53. Quintus Cicero’s Siege
A coalition of Belgic tribes races to attack the winter camp of Quintus Cicero. No military man, Quintus must rise to the occasion if he and his legion are to survive the onslaught and find a way to …
52. Friend or Foe?
The 14th legion finds itself isolated and under attack. With command divided evenly between two commanders, the Romans begin bickering amongst themselves as to which is the correct course of action t…
51. On Funerals and Curses
Julius Caesar suffers a crushing series of blows upon his return from Britain as he receives word that multiple members of his direct family have died. Back in Rome the funeral is anything but normal…
50. To the Thames and Beyond
Julius Caesar and his legions march to the River Thames where they are confronted by an army of Britons. The deeper they march into Britain the more they seem to suffer casualties in ambushes and hit…
49. The Second Invasion of Britannia
One expedition to Britain isn’t enough for Julius Caesar and soon after returning he’s making plans for a second. This time though, he intends to do it bigger and better than before. More infantry, m…
48. The Invasion of Britannia
Julius Caesar’s famed luck fails him as a storm heavily damages his fleet leaving him and his Roman army stranded between the English Channel and some angry British tribes. To make matters worse, the…
47. Reverse D-Day
Julius Caesar launches his reconnaissance in force of Britannia. The British tribes stand ready to defend their island home and have no intention of allowing the Romans to land without a fight.
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46. Bridging the Rhine
Summary: Julius Caesar takes the fight to Germania. To do so he will need to demonstrate Rome's incredible engineering abilities. Crossing one frontier isn’t enough for Caesar though and he soon has …
45. New Neighbors
Julius Caesar has some spare time before the campaign season is over so he decides to try to mop up some pesky smaller tribes still holding out against the might of Rome. These concerns are soon forg…
44. War with the Veneti
Back to Gaul! The March of History returns to the Gallic Wars. Julius Caesar may have declared Gaul as being pacified but no one alerted the Gauls of this. Soon war breaks out again as a seafaring pe…
43. The Consulship of Crassus and Pompey
Crassus and Pompey take the consulship by violent storm, backed by Julius Caesar. Their triumvirate wishlist from Lucca will take even more violence to get approved but Crassus and Pompey seem happy …
42. The Conference of Luca
With the first Triumvirate publicly unraveling at the seams, Julius Caesar attempts to save the alliance. Calling Crassus and Pompey to his province of Cisalpine Gaul he lays out what the future coul…
41. Gangs of Rome
Clodius holds Rome in a state of perpetual terror with the help of his street gangs. Milo rises to the challenge and puts his newly raised gang to work fighting Clodius. The two begin battling in the…
40. Clodius Strikes Again
Clodius declares war on Pompey. In desperation, Pompey backs a Tribune, named Milo, to create a rival gang. Milo is both willing and able to meet violence with violence. The result is all out battle …
39. Catching Up with the Gang
Julius Caesar has been waging war in Gaul for 2 years now. Back in Rome, his political contemporaries have not been sitting still. Cicero is in exile, Cato has been sent to Cyprus by Clodius and Pomp…
38. Victory Over the Belgae
Julius Caesar may have defeated the fiercest of the Belgic tribes but there are still tribes that continue to resist. Using siege warfare the Belgae have not dreamed of, Caesar sets out to teach them…