The main subject of the episode is the power struggle and civil war in the Roman Empire during the Year of the Five Emperors from 193-197 CE.
The religious, political and military contexts of the 4th century Roman Empire under Julian are examined in depth.
The Roman Empire is a central focus of many of the podcast episodes provided, with a wide range of topics covered related to its history, culture, politics, and legacy.
Several episodes delve into the reigns and influence of specific Roman emperors, such as Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of the House of Caesar, Tiberius, and Julian the Apostate.
Other episodes explore pivotal military campaigns and battles that shaped the trajectory of the Roman Empire, including the Battle of Adrianople and the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest.
The decline and fall of the Roman Empire is also a recurring theme, with episodes like The End and The Broken Bow examining the complex factors that led to its ultimate collapse.
Additionally, the influence of the Roman Empire on later cultures, particularly the impact on the development of the Game of Thrones series, is discussed in the episode A Song of Ice and Fire and Rome.