Episode 132: SPQR (with Mary Beard)

from The Bittersweet Life · host Katy Sewall, Tiffany Parks

Historian Mary Beard talks about her new book S.P.Q.R: A History of Ancient Rome. What parts of ancient Rome are alive in modern Rome? For one - Traffic! NEVER HEARD THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1:OUTSET SPONSOR: Reach thousands of expats and travelers all over the world by sponsoring The Bittersweet Life. Write the at [email protected] to get the conversation going. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook or write us @ [email protected]. ©Web and show content can only be used with written permission.

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