“Great empires are not maintained by timidity.” - Tacitus. A podcast series looking at the rulers of the ancient Roman empire, by Dr Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith.
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We speak to some of the most exciting names in UK and European journalism to get the lowdown on how PRs can get their stories covered. Brought to you by Crest Communications and hosted by Rhiannon Evans-Young and Amy Mace.
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This subject explores Ancient Roman epic poetry, the literary genre which deals with grand mythical narratives involving heroes, gods, war, and love affairs. Epic was the most prestigious literary form in the ancient world. Roman poets adapted and developed Greek epic, particularly influenced by the Homeric Iliad and Odyssey. Roman epics similarly deal with divine and heroic material, but Roman poets also weave contemporary and topical themes into the mythical subject matter. The primary tex ...
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Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes chat through the big stories in Welsh football
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A podcast about games and the people who play them, hosted by Matt Tilby. Find us on Twitter at twitter.com/OPGpod.
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Art Practical explores contemporary art and visual culture on the West Coast. We produce two podcasts through Art Practical Audio--(un)making and What are you looking at?--and also release occasional special episodes documenting live events.
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The Roman World introduces students to the society, literature and art of ancient Rome, through a study of its major historical and literary figures, such as Julius Caesar, Augustus, Nero, Virgil and Ovid. We shall look at Rome’s place in the ancient Mediterranean world, and its connections with ancient Greece and other cultures, such as Egypt and Gaul. Through almost constant warfare, Rome accumulated an enormous Mediterranean empire, and this subject will investigate how this shaped Roman ...
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Carl Roberts, Nathan Blake and Elise Hughes take stock with the Wales players Rhiannon Roberts and Gemma Evans before the second leg of the Women's Euro 2025 play-off with Slovakia in Cardiff. Wales trail 2-1 after the first leg after disappointing performance in Poprad.由BBC Radio Wales
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Carl, Helen Ward, Kath Morgan and match-winner Ceri Holland react to Wales’ extra-time win against Slovakia in their Euro 2025 play-off semi-final at the Cardiff City Stadium.Rhian Wilkinson's side will face the Republic of Ireland in a two-leg play-off final next month as they look to qualify for a first major tournament.…
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Welcome to Series 3 of 'No Worries If Not!'. The PR podcast where we chat to journalists about how they like to be pitched. We're excited to kick off the new series with a conversation with Paul Sawers: a journalist from the UK team at tech behemoth TechCrunch. Paul started his career as a freelance copywriter, and went on to be one of the first jo…
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Wales midfielder Joe Morrell has faced one of the worst possible scenarios for a professional footballer - out of contract while rehabilitating from a long-term injury. The 27-year-old discusses the frustration of the last 10 months, watching from the sidelines during Portsmouth's title-winning season and then being told he wouldn't be offered a ne…
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Carl Roberts, Joe Ledley and Nia Jones chat with Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson and players Ceri Holland and Hayley Ladd as they prepare for their Women's Euro 2025 play-off against Slovakia.由BBC Radio Wales
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Probus had a fairly long reign for this time in the history of the Empire. Keeping the barbarians in check is one thing, seeing off usurpers is another, but just don’t ask too much of the military - they don’t like getting their hands dirty. Guest: Associate Professor Caillan Davenport (Head of the Centre for Classical Studies at the Australian Nat…
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On today's episode, YouTuber, podcaster and presenter Peter Austin from TripleJump stops by to discuss an iconic PS1 platformer! We also explore what makes the perfect video game mascot, question the intricacies of YouTube's algorithm and marvel at the enigmatic nature of "Peter's Gamer Uncle". You can check out TripleJump at youtube.com/@TeamTripl…
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Carl Roberts is joined by Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes in the immediate aftermath of Wales' 1-0 win over Montenegro.由BBC Radio Wales
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Ashley Williams, Katie Owen and Joe Ledley are joined by special guest Leon Britton to discuss Wales' draw in Iceland. There's also plenty of Cardiff-Swansea rivalry to discuss, and we learn how close Leon came to playing for Wales.由BBC Radio Wales
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Ashley Williams, Katie Owen and Nathan Blake are joined by Jordan James, Sorba Thomas and Karl Darlow as the Wales squad prepare for a Nations League double-header against Iceland and Montenegro. Intro01'20 Joe Allen returns07'00 Nathan wanted Joe at Cardiff10'00 Brennan Johnson scoring for fun 15'30 Jordan James and Sorba Thomas 32'20 Karl Darlow…
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Wales Under-21 manager Matty Jones joins Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes to preview their crunch tie against Czechia in the Euro qualifiers. The youngsters are aiming to become the first team from Wales to qualify for the tournament. Jones explains the careful development plan that has seen Lewis Koumas step up to the senior squad, and wha…
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Twelve managers in 14 years - there's certainly been a huge turnover in the Cardiff City dugout since owner Vincent Tan took over the club in 2010. Erol Bulut is the latest casualty, leaving the Bluebirds bottom of the table with a single point after six games. Who will they turn to next? Is a more radical change needed behind the scenes to ensure …
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We now return to the late third century, where the Emperor Aurelian has finally reunited the Roman empire and been murdered for the trouble, and the senate in Rome, waning in its influence, makes a final flex of power. Tickets are now on sale for our special 10th anniversary live screening of the movie Gladiator! 19th October at the Thornbury Pictu…
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Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes ponder how Cardiff City can shake off their early season troubles as they prop up the Championship table after five uninspiring games. Plus Iwan recalls being bitten during a game on two separate occasions, while Sam explains how we was nearly arrested on the way to the 2010 Ryder Cup. 02:00 Birmingham's imp…
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Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes reflect on Craig Bellamy's immediate impact as Wales manager after a hugely impressive home draw with Turkey is followed by a gritty win in sodden Montenegro. Sam and Iwan recount some of their own away day difficulties in eastern Europe and discuss Gary Speed's continuing legacy on the national team and tho…
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The Bona Dea was a goddess of Rome, whose celebrations were the secret domain of elite women. To our male Roman sources they were mysterious and magical, that is until Clodius Pulcher decided he would gate crash. Tickets are now on sale for our special 10th anniversary live screening of the movie Gladiator! 19th October at the Thornbury Picture Hou…
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Ashley Williams, Nathan Blake and Katie Owen are in the Wales dressing room at Cardiff City Stadium to take stock after witnessing an impressive start under new manager Craig Bellamy in the goalless draw with Turkey in the Nations League. They look ahead with great anticipation to Monday's game in Montenegro, and catch up with Joe Ledley, who has b…
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Carl and Iwan dissect Wales' 0-0 draw with Turkey and Craig Bellamy's style of play in his first match as Wales manager, with former internationals Gwennan Harries and Kath Morgan.由BBC Radio Wales
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Feast of Football is back inside the Wales camp with former captain Ashley Williams, Joe Ledley and superfan Katie Owen as the Craig Bellamy era begins. The new manager shares his thoughts on Friday's Nations League opener with Turkey in Cardiff, and we also hear from captain Aaron Ramsey and goalkeeper Danny Ward.…
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Dafydd Pritchard is joined by our football correspondent Rob Phillips, and football writers Megan Feringa and Tom Collomosse to discuss Craig Bellamy's first Wales squad.We also hear from the man himself ahead of his opening Nations League games against Turkey and Montenegro.Read more and see the squad in full on the BBC Sport website: https://www.…
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Carl and Iwan react to a 1-1 draw in the south Wales derby with Swansea defender Josh Key and former Cardiff defender Jason Perry. We're also joined by reporters Dafydd Pritchard and Rob Phillips.由BBC Radio Wales
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It's still August, but there's already a south Wales derby for Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes to discuss with presenter Carl Roberts. Can the Bluebirds bounce back from a 5-0 mauling at Burnley and upset the odds? Or does Swansea's 3-0 win over Preston show they are finding their feet under Luke Williams? Sam was surprised to hear Wrexham goalkeeper Ar…
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Caesar was a man who was careful of his image, and in his accounts of the Gallic Wars he records his skill and competence on the battle field. He also made a point of giving himself a credible nemesis, with the barbarian Vercingetorix taking the centre stage. Recorded live in Albury at the Albury LibraryMuseum on 24th June, 2024. Guests: Associate …
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Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes review the opening EFL games of the season and look ahead to a potentially historic win for The New Saints in Europe.由BBC Radio Wales
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Carl, Iwan and new FoF signing Sam Vokes look ahead to the beginning of the EFL season for Swansea City, Cardiff City Wrexham and Newport County - with predictions! Sam will be part of the Wycombe Wanderers squad who face Wrexham at the Racecourse on Saturday evening - and part of the podcast team for season 2024/25. He also tells Iwan and Carl tha…
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Throughout our examination of the Catiline conspiracy we have avoided the urge to make comparisons between the events in Ancient Rome and modern day politics. In this episode we resist no more. Part VIII of The Catiline Conspiracy Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University) Professor Nick Bisley (D…
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Former Wales internationals Iwan Roberts and Dave Edwards saw at first hand the relentless will to win and unwavering professionalism Craig Bellamy demonstrated as a player for club and country. It is those exact attributes, in their opinion, that make him a perfect appointment as Wales manager. More importantly, they believe his journey as a coach…
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Catiline’s name is often used as a byword for villainy, and over the years has been told and retold by different authors with different agendas. To some he is a villain, a traitor to the state. To others he’s a hero, standing up for the little guy. Part VII of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient H…
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Former Wales striker Rob Earnshaw reacts to Wales' decision to sack manager Rob Page, while BBC Wales football reporter Dafydd Pritchard shares his insight into how the decision was made and what happens next. Carl Roberts sits in for Elis James.由BBC Radio Wales
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Elis James, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes discuss whether Wales manager Rob Page will survive a fans' revolt after the two poor friendly results against Gibraltar and Slovakia.由BBC Radio Wales
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The lineup of comedic talent on OPG continues as the wonderful Grace Jarvis stops by! Having just made the move to the UK, Grace has brought along perhaps the most obscure game in the podcast's history... We also talk the benefits of 2D vs 3D gaming, wonder how a male cow can have udders, and reflect on life in an army family. (Trigger warning: thi…
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Elis James, Iwan Roberts and Helen Ward dissect Wales men's goalless draw with Gibraltar and the two Euro qualifying draws for the women against Ukraine.由BBC Radio Wales
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Cicero may have won the battle against Catiline but he wouldn’t win the war. With too many enemies in the senate he makes a tactical retreat, leaving his beloved Rome for the safety of the coast of Greece. Part VI of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).…
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Carl Roberts is joined by former Wales strikers Iwan Roberts and Helen Ward to look ahead to Wales women's Euro qualifiers against Ukraine and Wales men's friendlies against Gibraltar and Slovakia.由BBC Radio Wales
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OPG returns for another fun episode! Writer, performer and illustrator Millie Holten stops by to discuss a potentially underappreciated PS2 classic in Sly 2: Band of Thieves. We also talk about the hurdles of opening indie game studio Toot Games, wonder how an Instagram comic she doodled is now being made into an animated series featuring very funn…
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Aged 20, Luke Williams suffered a catastrophic knee injury that crushed all hope of playing professionally. While living rent free in a plush Canary Wharf flat with Bobby Zamora, Williams "grafted away" in whatever job came his way as his friend forged a career in the Premier League. He stumbled into coaching and has never looked back; earning a re…
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Catiline and Cicero now wage very different wars. Cicero on the floor of the senate, arguing for the protection of the legacy of Rome. Catiline on the battlefield, fighting with a bravery that would make any hero proud. Part V of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).…
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One Perfect Game returns for a bumper episode, as comedian and actor Ben Russell breaks from OPG tradition to discuss not one, but TWO legendary titles! Fresh from his Director's Choice award at the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we discuss the pros and cons of stand-up vs improv, look back on a simpler time in gaming, and scare Ben'…
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Andrew Crofts is a rare breed - a former player who now admits to enjoy working more as a coach. Since September 2022, the 39-year-old has been first-team coach at Brighton, and explains how manager Roberto De Zerbi has ignited his love of coaching even further through his meticulous planning and charismatic personality. As a combative midfielder, …
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Catiline and Cicero draw their lines of battle in the senate, with Catiline claiming to represent the will of the wretched and destitute. But his attacks on Cicero, directly or indirectly, earn him many enemies, and he is forced to flee the city of Rome. Part IV of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Anci…
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A no thrills team-bonding camping trip to Sweden, scoring from 68 yards and almost missing playing in the League Cup final after being stuck in traffic - some of the career highlights former Cardiff City captain and manager Mark Hudson shares with Elis James and Iwan Roberts.由BBC Radio Wales
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In 2008, Neil Roberts was captain of the Wrexham side relegated from the Football League. His first spell with his hometown club a decade earlier was far more successful, playing in the third tier of English football. That's where Wrexham will be playing next season after the revival under owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds continues at great …
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Barry Horne was 22-years-old when he first joined the professional ranks. A few months later, the chemistry graduate was the goal-scoring hero in arguably Wrexham's greatest result when they knocked Portuguese giants Porto out of the Uefa Cup Winners' Cup in 1984. Horne went on to play for Portsmouth and then alongside the likes of Alan Shearer and…
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Catiline attempted to become consul of Rome more than once, and its a position he believes he deserves. When he fails in his efforts and Cicero is elected he attempts to force the issue, conspiring with all those who have a grudge against the state. Part III of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient …
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Carl Roberts and Iwan Roberts are joined by Wales' record goalscorer Helen Ward to preview new manager Rhian Wilkinson's first game in charge of Wales. Wales play Croatia at the Racecourse in their first Women's Euro 2025 qualifier on Friday. We also talk Cardiff, Swansea, Newport and Wrexham.由BBC Radio Wales
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Catiline doesn't have the best reputation in Rome, and in the years after his failed conspiracy he has been implicated in every failed plot of that time. Was he involved in them? Possibly. Part II of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University).…
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Simon Davies is joined by former Wales internationals Danny Gabbidon and Iwan Roberts to pick the bones out of Wales' Euro 2024 play-off final penalty shootout loss to Poland. Also, reaction to the news that Wales manager Rob Page will remain in charge.由BBC Radio Wales
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Ahead of Wales' Euro 2024 play-off final with Poland, Jonny Owen and former Wales captain Ashley Williams bring you a special preview with exclusive access to the Wales camp. First, we speak with defender Connor Roberts and forward Dan James, then we're joined by midfielder Harry Wilson and vice-captain Ben Davies, and finally, manager Rob Page.…
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Johnny Owen presents a special preview of Wales’ Euro 2024 play-off match against Finland with former Wales captain Ashley Williams. We hear from captain Aaron Ramsey, manager Rob Page and Ethan Ampadu who's set to win his 50th cap.由BBC Radio Wales
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Catiline is a notorious figure of the Roman republic, a longtime rival of Cicero who, after repeated attempts at the consulship decided to push the matter by force. In this episode we look at his character, his role in the social wars of Rome and his early attempts at office. Part I of The Catiline Conspiracy Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Eva…
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