Marius 3: The Ruin of Cities
The supremacy, fall, and return of Gaius Marius, one of the most debated men in Roman history. Key takeaways: One way to respond when you’re being undermined The problem with putting off legitimate political complaints Marius, Drusus, and the beginning of the Social War Sulla, Marius, and the beginning of the Civil War Marius’ harrowing escape The prophecy about Marius’ 7 consulships The Bloody Return of Marius
The Cost Of Glory Episodes
On Having Even More Friends
Coming back to Plutarch's essay on having many friends, with remarks from Zeuxis, Chilon, and Thucydides
On Having Many Friends
A quote and meditation from Plutarch's On Having Many Friends.
Christmas Episode
Merry Christmas (etc.) from Ancient Life Coach. The historical aftermath of Pyrrhus' death, and some thoughts on gift giving.
History Contains Power
My name is Alex Petkas, and in The Cost of Glory, I present you with the best stories, analyses and takeaways, from the greatest and most influential figures from Greco-Roman antiquity.