Podcast appearances and mentions of rhiannon evans

- Jeff's Bagel Run sponsorship and promotion   - Expansion of Jeff's Bagel Run locations   - Description of bagel flavors and specialty spreads   - Vegan options available at Jeff's Bagel Run   - Monthly prize giveaway for using #TDBagel   - Encouragement to send photos to Jeff's Bagel Run   - Introduction to the Friday free show of A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan   - Samantha Haar returns as a guest from the Semantics Podcast   - Discussion about Samantha's old workspace being left untouched   - Joke about Tracy undoing Samantha's previous work   - Announcement of BDM Appreciation Week in April   - Joke about a golden ticket promotion for BDM members   - Tom's history of organizing boating experiences for listeners   - Mention of two listeners passing away after participating in boating experiences   - Acknowledgment of a BDM member who passed away   - Teasing details about an "Ultimate Tom and Dan Experience"   - Joke about canceling streaming subscriptions   - Discussion about jailbroken Fire Sticks   - Mention of Maisie encountering inappropriate content on Tubi   - Tom recounting a frustrating phone call experience   Tom's complaint about his phone and other devices not working - Tom refuses to answer phone calls due to excessive scam calls   - Discussion on how voicemail and mail have become obsolete due to spam   - Tom's reliance on texts and the internet instead of phone calls   - Jokes about Tom's inability to use VPNs for accessing adult content   - Complaints about lack of variety in adult content on certain websites   - Discussion about encountering unexpected adult content categories   - Tom being spammed with phone calls and assuming it was a scam   - GM Financial attempting to contact Tom about his car payment   - Tom ignoring the calls, assuming they were sales pitches   - Crystal discovering a letter about Tom being behind on car payments   - Tom realizing he was two and a half months late on payments   - Discussion about automatic payments and how they failed   - Argument that wives take over responsibilities, leading to learned helplessness   - Comparison to neighbors doing small tasks for others leading to dependency   - Tom's realization that the missed payment was the final payment on his truck   - Bank policies allowing repossession for being one payment behind   Frustration at banks repossessing vehicles even if only one payment is left - Tom jokes about ignoring the repo and letting them keep his truck   - Tom initially thought the GM Financial call was a scam or sales pitch   - Frustration with companies not using text messages for important notifications   - Complaints about doctors scheduling appointments without asking for availability   - Discussion about call centers switching doctor recommendations without consent   - Observation that society is now fully saturated with video surveillance   - Crystal sending Tom a Ring doorbell video she found interesting   - Joke about a racist woman confronting a black man in his own home   - Tom describes a Ring doorbell video of a lizard defecating on the camera   - Debate over whether the lizard video is truly rare or unique   - Video footage of an asteroid impact captured for the first time   - Discussion on the increasing likelihood of rare events being caught on video   - Skepticism about the reported details of the meteorite incident   - Reflection on how past events lacked video documentation   - Nostalgia for meeting celebrities before taking photos became common   Mention of old radio days and past events that went undocumented - Tom reflects on meeting celebrities like Shaq, Don Shula, and Beetlejuice without taking photos   - Discussion on whether Tom would have asked for selfies with famous people   - Tom's conflicting feelings of respect and violent urges towards certain figures   - Debate on whether everything significant in modern times has now been caught on video   - Complaints about the prevalence of cameras and the necessity of being constantly aware of being recorded   - Mention of Jelly Roll's public nose-picking incident and comparisons to Tom's habits   - Tom's conscious effort to avoid bad habits on camera during live streams   - Discussion about the difference between wiping and eating a booger in public   - Joke comparing indecent acts in different public places   - Teasing a new segment where Sam presents unusual stories   - Introduction of a band called Sunshine Slackers and their song “Sewer”   - Promotion for Pinball Dudes, a company that rents and sells pinball machines   - Tom and his family enjoying their in-studio pinball machine   - Announcement of a private pinball gathering for Twitch listeners   - Introduction to the story of Peter the Dolphin, a NASA-funded experiment in the 1960s   - Margaret Lovett's involvement in researching dolphin communication in the U.S. Virgin Islands   - Debate on why the dolphins were given human names like Peter, Pamela, and Sissy   Explanation of the living arrangement designed for Lovett and Peter the Dolphin - Margaret Lovett cohabitated with Peter the Dolphin for six days a week in an attempt to teach him human speech   - The dolphin struggled with pronouncing the "M" sound without making bubbles   - Peter, being a young male dolphin, frequently became aroused, disrupting the research   - Lovett initially allowed Peter to visit female dolphins to relieve himself but found it disruptive   - Lovett decided to manually relieve Peter to maintain focus on the research   - Discussion on dolphin anatomy and how their reproductive organs function   - Lovett described the act as "sensual" but not sexual, aiming to strengthen the bond for research purposes   - Hustler magazine exposed the story, sparking public outrage   - NASA-funded research also included giving LSD to dolphins, though it had no observable effects   - The research was eventually defunded due to public backlash and negative press   - The dolphins were relocated to a repurposed bank building in Miami with smaller tanks and fewer enrichment activities   - Peter the Dolphin, deprived of attention and stimulation, reportedly committed suicide by voluntarily ceasing to breathe   - Discussion on how dolphins must consciously breathe and have the ability to choose not to   - Reflection on how common dolphin suicides might be and whether other dolphins have received similar treatment   - Speculation on whether drowning feels euphoric for dolphins, similar to how it is sometimes described for humans   - Tom recalls a personal near-drowning experience while surfing   General surprise at learning new facts about dolphin physiology and behavior - Margaret Lovett married the photographer who documented her dolphin research, and they converted the research facility into their family home   - Discussion on how Lovett's daughters might feel about discovering their mother's past research   - Lovett faced online harassment and ridicule over the dolphin-handling story   - Introduction of Sam's new segment, "Who's Coming to Get You," inspired by Thomas Mann   - Discussion of previous guest appearances, including Cadillac Pat discussing Oak Island Treasure   - Cadillac Pat's continued belief in the legitimacy of the Oak Island show despite skepticism   - Introduction of a UK court case where a woman was sentenced for "cyber farting"   - Rhiannon Evans sent multiple videos of herself farting to her boyfriend's ex-partner, leading to distress and police involvement   - Evans was sentenced to community service, a restraining order, rehab sessions, and alcohol abstinence   - Debate on whether sending fart videos qualifies as harassment or cyberbullying   - Comparison to other forms of harassment like repeated phone calls or offensive messages   - Discussion on how intent plays a role in determining harassment cases   - Chat room suggestion to create a "Fart Week" competition, similar to Shark Week   - Debate on piercings and which types have aged well over time   - Tom and Sam discuss tongue rings and how they can seem out of place in professional settings   Tom critiques his wife having a belly ring while working as a corporate project manager - Eyebrow piercings are making a comeback   - Discussion on how certain piercings, like gauged ears, feel outdated   - Complaints about stretched earlobe holes not closing and emitting an unpleasant smell   - Tom expresses a desire to have his gauged ears surgically closed   - Discussion on Cardi B getting a butt crack piercing   - Concerns about infection risks and healing complications of butt crack piercings   - Talk about micro-splits at the top of the butt crack and related discomfort   - Tom and his daughter Maisie both experiencing deep, sensitive ass cracks   - Joke about childhood bullying related to a "double butt crack"   - Debate on whether butt crack piercings can heal properly or get irritated by clothing   - Concerns about the practicality of wearing thongs with a butt crack piercing   - Discussion about gold teeth and Tom wanting one for his fang   - Comparison of gold teeth to Joe Pesci's character in *Home Alone*   - Introduction of the story of Olympic figure skater Dick Button passing away at 95   - Jokes about the unfortunate name "Dick Button" and comparisons to worse names   - Discussion on why someone named Richard Button would choose to go by "Dick"   Debate on whether people were aware of unfortunate name choices 95 years ago - Discussion on the evolution of slang for genitalia, including terms like "Button Dick" and "Mushroom Head."   - Debate on whether the term "button" was even relevant in ancient times, referencing the Roman Empire.   - Reflection on how funny names are less common now due to parents being more conscious.   - Argument against giving children names they may not live up to, like "Champion."   - Criticism of Patrick Mahomes' children's metal-themed names (Sterling, Bronze, Gold).   - Speculation on what the next name in Mahomes' lineup would be (e.g., Copper).   - Discussion about participation trophies and naming a kid something like "Certificate."   - Breakdown of the lawsuit battle between Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and Ryan Reynolds.   - Explanation of sexual harassment and smear campaign lawsuits between Baldoni and Lively.   - Discussion of leaked videos, text messages, and voicemails between the involved parties.   - Breakdown of a late-night voicemail from Baldoni and how it was used in the legal battle.   - Debate on how releasing out-of-context information distorts public perception.   - Reflection on self-destructive behavior and the impulse to "burn everything down" even at personal cost.   - Speculation on whether Ryan Reynolds inserted the character "Nice Pool" in *Deadpool 3* as a jab at Justin Baldoni.   - Description of "Nice Pool" as a man-bun-wearing, feminist character mocking Baldoni.   - Discussion on Ryan Reynolds' passive-aggressive, creative nature and his love of getting the last word.   Confirmation that Reynolds has full control over *Deadpool* as its writer, producer, and director. - Ryan Reynolds allegedly forced his way into rewrites on *It Ends With Us*, upsetting people.   - Discussion on holding grudges and how they waste time and energy.   - Debate on the thrill of self-destructive behavior, like "lighting the fuse" on drama.   - Comparison of the rush from revenge to the pleasure dolphins get from being "relieved."   - Candace Owens is investigating the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni drama.   - Allegations that Reynolds inserted "Nice Pool" as a parody of Baldoni in *Deadpool 3*.   - The character *Nice Pool* played by "Gordon Reynolds" was a possible hidden insult.   - Allegations that Reynolds used prosthetic makeup to resemble Baldoni in the film.   - T.J. Miller and Martha Stewart have both publicly called Ryan Reynolds an asshole.   - Candace Owens claims Reynolds orchestrated the smear campaign against Baldoni.   - Speculation that the feud was started to deflect from *It Ends With Us* tanking.   - Comparison to the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial, predicting more public drama.   - Criticism that the public is tired of nonstop celebrity feuds and scandals.   - Discussion of celebrities inserting "Easter eggs" in media to attack rivals.   - Resurfaced interview where Blake Lively admitted to wearing bronzer to appear Black.   - Criticism of Lively's attempt to frame the blackface incident as "just being a geek."   - Speculation that Blake Lively lacks a publicist or stylist due to poor public decisions.   Lively allegedly acted as her own intimacy coordinator but later claimed harassment. - Discussion on Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds being control freaks who try to do everything themselves.   - Joke about becoming a Nazi Facebook group moderator as a nerdy activity.   - Brief mention of the *Bad Baby* vs. *Alabama Barker* beef.   - Recap of Bhad Bhabie's rise to fame from *Dr. Phil* to rapper to OnlyFans millionaire.   - Discussion of Bhad Bhabie's cancer diagnosis and her success despite her early controversies.   - Introduction to Alabama Barker, Travis Barker's daughter, and her public feud with Bhad Bhabie.   - Explanation of Alabama Barker's background and appearance, contrasting with her rap persona.   - Accusations that Alabama Barker is adopting a Black accent and style despite her background.   - Mention of Alabama Barker's diss track, *Cry Baby*, and its reception.   - Discussion of Bhad Bhabie's diss track, *Overcooked*, accusing Alabama of sleeping with Soulja Boy and Tyga.   - Claims in the diss track that Alabama Barker got pregnant by Tyga and had an abortion.   - Alabama Barker denies all accusations, stating she has never been pregnant or involved with Tyga or Soulja Boy.   Soulja Boy threatens to sue Bhad Bhabie over her diss track. - Criticism of modern rap beefs being settled with lawsuits instead of violence.   - Discussion about Drake suing Kendrick Lamar to prevent a song from being performed at the Super Bowl.   - Debate over whether Alabama Barker is a legitimate rapper.   - Commentary on Drake's credibility as a rapper given his past on *Degrassi*.   - Soulja Boy demanding $10 million from Bhad Bhabie in response to her diss track.   - Mention of Soulja Boy's past financial struggles and attempts to sell game consoles.   - Segue into a new segment called *Selling Your Dreams*.   - Brief discussion of the band *Drew and Ellie Holcomb* and their song *Memory Bank*.   - Promotion of *Sports Subaru* and *Donnelly Chevrolet* dealerships.   - Mention of a *BDM Subaru group* and listener loyalty to Subaru.   - Discussion about a past promotion where listeners test-drove Subarus.   - Samantha Haar promoting *Semantics Podcast* and an upcoming cruise.   - Idea of Tom and Dan following the cruise on a separate boat.   - Jokes about needing guns to defend against pirates while following the cruise.   - Discussion about Facebook Marketplace and people selling items that were once their passions.   - Introduction of the *Sell Your Dreams* segment, highlighting people giving up on hobbies or projects.   - Mention of Jim Colbert selling a Nissan Z race car project after six years.   - Discussion of Dan's unfinished electric conversion project for his 1959 Vespa.   - Recognition of how many listeners have abandoned saltwater fish tanks and podcasts.   - Introduction of Travis Baller as the first guest for *Sell Your Dreams*.   Travis selling a *one-wheel* due to injury. - Discussion of Butler introducing Dan to the *Onewheel* and how it led to his employment.   - Butler's *Onewheel* accident resulting in a fractured wrist and torn rotator cuff.   - Debate over whether Butler initially resisted selling his *Onewheel*.   - Technical issues with the show's internet and phone lines.   - Acknowledgment of frequent internet disruptions due to construction.   - Discussion about seeing abandoned hobbies for sale on Facebook Marketplace.   - Mention of Howard Stern's return to listening habits.   - Butler ultimately deciding to sell his *Onewheel* due to injuries and pressure from his wife.   - Explanation of the *Onewheel* community's term “float life.”   - Tom joking about past failed dreams, including an abandoned above-ground pool.   - Debate over whether riding a *Onewheel* actually feels like floating.   - Tom considering buying Butler's *Onewheel* to add to his collection.   - Mention of *Tom's Triforce* idea: having three *Onewheels* for him, Tommy, and Max.   - Tom admitting to not telling Crystal about Butler's accident to keep *Onewheels* available for his sons.   - Joke about Tom oversharing information unnecessarily.   - Reference to *Corey Feldman's* character in *The Goonies* hoarding other people's wishes.   - Tom wanting to “own” Butler's dream by buying his *Onewheel*.   - Discussion of Butler's other interests, including *Star Wars*, but correcting the assumption he's into spears.   Butler trying to determine a selling price for his *Onewheel XR*. - Butler's segment goes wrong, leading to jokes about his bad luck with setups.   - Discussion about starting a *Tradeo* segment where listeners trade items.   - Tom offers to help Butler sell his *Onewheel* on the show.   - Tom's sons are uninterested in *Onewheels* or bikes, preferring screens.   - Technical difficulties continue, causing more frustration.   - Discussion about a Russian *mermaid performer* being bitten by a fish during a stunt.   - Mention of the *Goliath grouper* and its controversial nickname.   - Butler offers his *Onewheel* for $600 cleaned or $500 with blood still on it.   - Debate over the fair market price of a *Onewheel XR* on Facebook Marketplace.   - Butler confirms he still paints *Star Wars* models and will be at *Megaton* taking commissions.   - Joke about *Mel Gibson* appearing at *Megaton* and a reference to his past controversies.   - Tom shares a bizarre dream where he caught Butler in bed with his wife, but everyone acted like it was normal.   - Jokes about Butler wearing a *T&D polo* with no pants in the dream.   - References to *Mel Gibson's infamous rants* and jokes about his lines being used in relationships.   - Transition from *"Sell Your Dreams"* segment to *"Tell Your Dreams"* as Tom unexpectedly shares a personal dream.   Butler is credited with getting Tom to open up about a dream for the first time on the show. - Butler signs off with a joke about appearing in Tom's dreams.   - Discussion about having Butler call in during *Megacon* to report on the event.   - Debate about *Mel Gibson* appearing at *Megacon* and his continued work in Hollywood.   - Speculation on whether Gibson is making *Passion of the Christ 2* for money or personal reasons.   - Discussion about Gibson's financial situation and investments.   - Mention of Gibson's past controversies and the difficulty of making a public comeback.   - Observations on Gibson's *new teeth* and how his hair has aged.   - Discussion about why someone as wealthy as *Mel Gibson* would do convention appearances.   - Mention of Gibson's vocal support for certain political views and the people who align with him.   - Debate over *Jack Black* distancing himself from *Kyle Gass* after a controversial joke.   - Comparison of *Jack Black's* situation to what would happen if Tom and Dan had a similar falling out.   - Discussion about business priorities vs. personal loyalty in entertainment.   - Internet detectives analyzing *Jack Black's* reaction to *Kyle Gass's* joke.   Debate over whether Jack Black's *apology* was genuine or just PR damage control. - Discussion about how celebrities are now held more accountable due to constant video recording.   - Mention of *Fat Mike* from NOFX making controversial jokes about the Las Vegas shooting and facing backlash.   - Conversation about how society and technology have changed public perception and accountability.   - Example of *Mel Gibson's* past racist and anti-Semitic remarks resurfacing.   - Debate over whether public scandals truly affect celebrities long-term.   - Awareness of being recorded and cautious email communication.   - Tom and Dan recalling the early days of email in radio and how things were handled before digital records.   - Daniel recounting an email he sent about an ex-girlfriend that got him in trouble.   - Discussion on how internet search history can be used in legal cases.   - Tom joking about searching incriminating things on public computers as a prank.   - Debate about whether bath towels have a *slick side* and what type of towels are best.   - Tom discussing his recent upgrade to *bath sheets* and how they changed his life.   - Tom appreciating a set of pillows Dan gifted him, calling them life-changing.   - Discussion about *Tom's change in personality* over time, comparing "Old Testament Tom" vs. "New Testament Tom."   - Debate about *gift-giving*, with Tom being praised for giving thoughtful gifts.   - Sam explaining her mismatched towel situation at home.   - Tom describing how *Crystal* keeps fancy towels rolled up as decoration, while they use mismatched towels.   Tom admitting to using black towels for personal hygiene purposes. - Discussion about *Semantics Podcast* celebrating eight years with an event at *Rock Pit Brewing and Distilling* on February 23rd.   - Debate on whether quitting a podcast before hitting 10 years is the right move.   - Talk about *Tom & Dan's* potential rebranding after 20 years.   - Conversation about inappropriate discussions regarding animals.   - Story about a woman twerking on special needs individuals at a care facility.   - Debate over whether the twerking was disrespectful or if the individuals enjoyed it.   - Mention of *Miley Cyrus* twerking on *Robin Thicke* at the VMAs and comparing it to the special needs incident.   - Discussion on the sexual implications of twerking on different body parts.   - Tom joking about his wife sitting on his face to the point of suffocation.   - Caller accusing the show of repeating old topics, specifically about dolphins.   - Hosts debating whether they actually repeated content or if they just forgot.   - Realization that years of podcasting have led to some repeated topics.   - Acknowledgment that long-time listeners remember things the hosts have forgotten.   Joking about whether memory loss is due to aging or marijuana use. - 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To celebrate the 10th year of the Emperors of Rome podcast, Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith convened a screening of the epic movie Gladiator starring Russell Crowe, preceded by a live podcast recording the history and basis of the character Commodus performed by Joaquin Phoenix. Recorded on the 19th October 2024 at the Thornbury Picture House, Melbourne.

Spartacus is probably the most famous gladiator in history but how much of his legend is actually true? Dan is joined by Dr Rhiannon Evans, from Melbourne's Le Trobe University, a leading expert in Ancient History and one of the hosts of the Emperors of Rome podcast to find out. They trace what little we know of his origins, his life in the gladiator school where he led a kitchen revolution and escaped with a cohort of other enslaved fighters before raising an army to fight a revolt that pushed the Roman Empire to the brink. From the Roman retaliation to the grisly fate that met the survivors, Dan and Rhiannon unravel the fact from the fiction.You can listen to Emperors of Rome, wherever you get your podcasts.This is episode 3 of a 4-part mini-series 'Gladiators'.Produced by Mariana Des Forges and edited by Dougal PatmoreEnjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Sign up HERE for 50% off for 3 months using code ‘DANSNOW'.We'd love to hear from you - what do you want to hear an episode on? You can email the podcast at ds.hh@historyhit.com.You can take part in our listener survey here.

In the final episode of Raising Standards we speak to James Purefoy (Mark Antony) and Kevin McKidd (Lucius Vorenus). Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Today, Chris Mason has sat down with the Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves for Newscast. She's given the annual Mais lecture to financiers in the City of London, where she set out Labour's economic plan if they were to win the election.The Mais lecture is a prestigious gathering where chancellors, shadow chancellors and Bank governors have outlined their principles for running the economy in front of an audience of City financiers and economists.And, we find out about the shortage places at nurseries and childminders for pre-school children. James Cook has been speaking to Rhiannon Evans from Mumsnet. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Miranda Slade, Maddie Drury and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor was Chris Gray. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham

Antony and Cleopatra are the ultimate livers, Octavian Caesar has his triumph in Rome, and Vorenus and Pullo reunite for the final time. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

In this interview we speak to Bruno Heller, the creator, main writer and show runner of HBO's Rome. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

In this interview we speak to Alice Henley who portrayed Livia, about stepping in to a well established cast in what was one her first roles on television. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Octavian and Antony get in a tussle over the grain supply, Atia and Octavia get the cold shoulder in a hot climate, and Vorenus plays ball, Pullo deals with the people, Posca is the MVP, and there are at least five slaps in the episode. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Octavian pushes back against promiscuity and the tenuous alliance with Mark Antony finally unravels, over both women and money. Both Vorenus and Pullo lose everything they hold dear, and the stage is finally set for a showdown in Alexandria. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Servilia takes out a final curse on Atia, Timon struggles between faith and family, and Pullo's love life becomes significantly more complicated. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

The triumvirate is formed, Vorenus and Pullo get their hands very dirty, Cicero pays the ultimate price for his rhetoric, and Brutus and Cassius make the final stand of the Roman republic with an actual battle scene. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

In this interview we speak to Coral Amiga, who portrayed Vorena the Elder, daughter of Vorenus. Across two seasons she gave viewers an excellent insight into the at times brutal life of a plebeian child in Rome. As you'd expect - spoiler warnings for the rest of season two. Enjoy! Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Octavian becomes both consul and a problem for the senate, Vorenus settles down to a life of familial bliss, and Antony grows one heck of a beard. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Ers pum degawd, mae Gemwaith Rhiannon wedi bod yn ganolbwynt i dwristiaid a phobl leol fel ei gilydd yn nhref Tregaron. Sŵoleg oedd ei phwnc gradd ac mae ganddi ddoethur hefyd. Hi oedd y cyntaf erioed i wneud PhD yn y Gymraeg a hynny ar bwnc ymbortheg anifeiliaid, ond yn hytrach na dilyn y trywydd yma, fe drodd at fyd busnes ac agor siop grefftau yn Nhregaron. Roedd hi'n un o dri gafodd brynu aur Cymreig, ac mae ei gemwaith Celtaidd yn mynd o nerth i nerth. Mae hi wedi dysgu ei hun i wneud y gwaith.

Vorenus goes in search of his enslaved children, Timon has a change of heart and character, Octavian levels up, and Atia and Servilia escalate their feud. We are also joined by special guest Todd Ellis Kessler, writer of the episode. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Vorenus begins gang warfare in the Aventine, Servilia steps up her feud with Atia, Cicero makes a stand the only way he knows how, and Antony violates a household plant. We are also joined by special guest Alan Poul, director of the episode. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Thirty three scholars, philosophers, and archaeologists answer the question: If you could time travel to the ancient world, who would you want to meet? Scholars featured + the timestamps when they appear: 2:10  Edith Hall 3:36  Eric Cline 4:30  Andromache Karanika 5:45  Josiah Ober 6:48  Rush Rehm 7:30  Ian Morris 8:02  Rebecca Newberger Goldstein 9:20  Patrick Hunt 9:46  Raffaella Cribiore 11:04  Mark Adams 12:20  Peter Adamson 13:47  Richard Martin 15:08  M. M. McCabe 16:37  Zina Giannopoulou 18:45  Greg Nagy 19:43  Caroline Winterer 20:04  Melissa Lane 22:28  Alicia Stallings 22:57  Rhiannon Evans 24:04  Barbara Graziosi 24:54  Walter Scheidel 25:12  Matt Simonton 26:30  Emily Greenwood 27:57  Olga Levaniouk 30:00  Steele Brand 32:55  Rachel Barney 33:36  Angie Hobbs 35:31  Adrian Goldsworthy 36:30  Mary Bachvarova 37:42  Jonathan Lear 39:40  Mary Townsend 40:31  Gabriel Richardson Lear 42:14  Ben Morison

Antony becomes disgruntled with the tedious administrative duties of running an Empire. Cleopatra makes an unexpected appearance, pushing for the legitimacy of her son by Caesar, and Vorenus embarks upon his latest career path as a crime boss of the Aventine. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

In this interview we speak to Lorcan Cranitch, who portrayed crime boss of the Aventine Erastes Fulmen. Lorcan has had a long acting career both on and off the screen, he had a long run on The Bill and more recently the BBC series Bloodlands, There's a slight spoiler warning for season 2 episode 2 of Rome, but otherwise enjoy. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Caesar is dead and gets cremated, Niobe is dead and gets cremated, and the political machinations of Rome continue... Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith take a fond look at the first season HBO's Rome.

Lucius Vorenus and Niobe finally get some semblance of happiness before it is cruelly snatched away from them, Julius Caesar finally gets some semblance of happiness before it is cruelly snatched away from him, and Titus Pullo finally gets some semblance of happiness. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

In this interview we speak to Legionary Pullo himself, Ray Stevenson. Ray's performance as Pullo was the heart of Rome, and he bought a loveable roguish every-man quality to the role while at the same time isn't someone that I'd want to mess with. In the years since Rome he's become famous as friend of Thor Volstag in the Marvel films and appeared in major roles in the television shows Vikings and Black Sails. He spoke to us recently from Bulgaria where he's shooting a new film. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast. Also while we have your attention, the When in Rome podcast is now fundraising for the sixth series. Please give your support.

Lucius Vorenus begins his new job as a politician but is caught up in a disagreement between Caesar and his veterans. Titus Pullo continues his downward spiral, and Brutus begins to question his allegiance to Caesar. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Caesar is proclaimed dictator by the senate and rewarded with a triumph for his successful conquest of Gaul. Brutus receives an insult from Caesar that drives him to side with Cassius. Pullo decides to retire to the countryside, Vorenus prepares for his new position in politics, and Servilia plots her revenge There is also a special interview with episode writer Adrian Hodges. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Joy, inspiration, resilience, discovery. Grazia's Rhiannon Evans meets four mothers to explore the many reasons that sometimes (no matter how tired they are) they turn up, and play. A collaboration between The Juggle UK and Nike.

Caesar returns to Rome and plans his triumph. Servilia pushes forward her plans with Octavia, forcing Atia to retaliate. Cato and Scipio commit suicide bringing an end to the civil war, and Vorenus and Pullo attempt to settle back into society in the fat old bitch herself. And by that, we mean Rome. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

William J MacDonald is one of the creators and executive producers of Rome, and in this wide ranging chat he talks about how the show came about, how the plot could have been very different, and what would have happened if the show hadn't been cancelled. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

150. Rhiannon Evans on lessons from Ancient Rome. To mark The Good Life's 150th episode, we're conducting a listener survey. The survey is HERE . It will take you about three minutes, and gives you a chance to suggest who you'd like to hear from in future episodes. Thanks in advance for sharing your insights and helping shape future episodes.  N.B. Rhiannon's podcast is "Emperors of Rome", available here. Rhiannon's publications include "Utopia Antiqua" and "Caesar's triumphs over Gaul and Rome" (with Sarah Midford). The latter is available for free download here.

Caesar pursues Pompey to Egypt only to find Alexandria embroiled in a dynastic dispute between the boy prince Ptolemy and his sister Cleopatra. He installs Cleopatra on the throne, resulting in a prolonged siege. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Vorenus and Pullo are shipwrecked on an island, Caesar and Pompey fight it off offscreen, and the beginning of a relationship between Servilia and Octavia. There is also a special interview with Ken Cranham, who played Pompey. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Rhiannon Evans, Caillan Davenport, Gillian Shepherd and Matt Smith each share three items of Roman interest for three minutes! You will hear: - Silius Italicus and his unbearable bunion - Pomponius Mela and the wonders of the Nile - Snarky soldiers at the Vindolanda fort - Legacy hunters and the jewels of Matidia - Unusual dedications to the gods - Early sources for the great fire of Rome - The effectiveness of Roman concrete - How Rome dealt with mass burial of the poor - Sea monsters - Curse tablets and sporting fanatics - Vedius Pollio throws a clumsy slave to the lamprey - The rare instances of Romans sacrificing people Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of Department of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University) Assoc. Professor Caillan Davenport (Senior Lecturer, Roman History, Macquarie University/Humboldt Research Fellow, Goethe University, Frankfurt) Dr Gillian Shepherd (Director, Trendall Centre, La Trobe University)

Messalina, third wife of Claudius, is likely one of the Roman Empresses with the worst reputation. The historians accuse her of adultery and prostitution, avarice and greed, and her name becomes synonymous with a woman of loose morals and licentiousness. Part III of 'Empresses of Rome' Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of Department of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University)

Livia is often known by association - the wife of Augustus and the mother of Tiberius - but she becomes a figure of power and influence in Rome in her own right. This episode is a redux of Episode XXV (from 2016), followed by an all new interview with Sian Phillips who played Livia in The BBC’s ‘I Claudius’ in 1976. Part II of 'Empresses of Rome' Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of Department of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University) Sian Phillips (Livia in ‘I, Claudius’)

Mark Antony considers throwing in with Pompey before he packs his bags, follows Caesar and leaves Rome. Vorenus rekindles his romance with Niobe before he packs up his bag, raises his standard and leaves Rome. Octavian becomes a real man before he puts on his toga, packs up his bag and leaves Rome. We are also joined by special guest Alan Poul, director of the episode. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

A Roman Empress could often be one of the influential individuals in Rome. Always close to the seat of power, they have been recorded as dutiful, scheming, seductive and conniving - as interesting individuals as the Emperors themselves. Part I of 'Empresses of Rome' Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of Department of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University)

This week, Frankie's revelling in the joys of autumn... even though they might be considered 'basic' by some. Doesn't that just mean they're good enough to have widespread appeal? It seems Emily in Paris got at least one thing right. Meanwhile, Charlie's wondering if she's really the enigmatic introvert that she hoped she was, or something altogether different (and far needier). Plus, we reveal our government-assigned new careers, though there might be a bit of a problem with Frankie's... To hear more from us, sign up at TheWingwoman.co.uk to receive our free weekly newsletter every Sunday. Email us at thewingwomanofficial@gmail.com. Episode links: The arts aren't a luxurious hobby, Rishi Sunak. They're a lifeline for millions - Tim Burgess, The Guardian In defence of pumpkin patches, Halloween, and being an all-round autumnal basic bitch - Rhiannon Evans, Grazia I have come to the humiliation conclusion that I am an extrovert - Molly Fischer, The Cut On Reflection podcast, hosted by Funmi Fetto Why is your skin so good, The Cut

The Fasti is a poem about the Roman calendar, written by the poet Ovid during the reign of the Emperor Augustus. Writing the poem gave Ovid the chance to think about contemporary Rome through the medium of some of the best known Roman stories, like the City's foundation by Romulus and Remus, and the creation of the republic by Brutus. This is the first episode of a miniseries now funding on kickstarter. Back it now to receive an additional six episodes. Guests: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of School of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University) Dr Peter Davis (Visiting Research Fellow in Classics, University of Adelaide)

For the sixth time, listeners provide questions and Rhiannon and Matt answer! In this episode: - Which Roman Emperor would our guests like to interview? - Did Romans have pets? - How did Romans organise construction? - How did we decided when the Roman Empire ‘ended’? - Are the ancient sources reliable? - Did women and men in Rome share bath houses? - Favourite Cicero self-aggrandisement? Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Head of School of Languages and Linguistics, La Trobe University) Dr Caillan Davenport (Senior Lecturer, Roman History, Macquarie University/Humboldt Research Fellow, Goethe University, Frankfurt) Virginia Trioli (ABC Journalist and Newsreader)

Lucius Vorenus has a setback in his new career when all his slaves die of the flux. After a brief crisis of identity he re-enlists in the 13th legion. Octavian helps Titus Pullo investigate his suspicions. Attia engages in some light public vandalism. Servilia engages in some light public cursing. Caesar chases Pompey out of Italy. We are also joined by special guest Parvez Qadir, who plays the role of Tanjit. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Caesar receives a dictator's welcome as he enters Roman society and seeks approval of the auspices. Vorenus has a party and an offering as he enters civilian life. Pullo throws his newfound wealth around. We are also joined by special guest Julian Farino, director of this episode of Rome. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Lee Boardman played the Timon across two seasons of Rome, a character who grew in more prominence and bought some much needed diversity to the ethnic melting pot of the Roman Empire. Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

Vorenus and Pullo deliver Caesar's demands to the senate, Attia makes the most of Caesar's impending arrival, and Pompey makes a strategic departure from Rome! Raising Standards, an occasional rewatch podcast of HBO's Rome, hosted by Rhiannon Evans and Matt Smith of the Emperors of Rome podcast.

If an emperor has been disappointing, cruel, tyrannical, or just related to the wrong person he is at risk of being damned, erased, have his likenesses destroyed and his name stricken from the records. The process of danmatio memoraie was intended to be a permanent judgement, and the final vengeance of an angry Rome. Guest: Associate Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classics and Ancient History, La Trobe University)

Cleopatra died more than 2,000 years ago. And yet stop any person on the street today and ask them who she was, and they'll know – at least her name. That name has been attached to soaps and bath balms, to slot machines and casinos, to a popular brand of cigarettes. As an asteroid - 216 Kleopatra – the Egyptian queen has even made it to the stars. What is it about Cleopatra that has captured our imaginations for millennia? Why do we remember her the way that we do? Let's travel through the years from her death to the present, exploring the shapes her legacy has taken. Special guests Dr. Rhiannon Evans, The Partial Historians, Queens Podcast, Vulgar History Podcast, and Ancient History Fangirl.

Darwin returns from his voyage around the world and spends the next twenty years sorting through specimens and writing about barnacles, plants, and geology. In 1859 he publishes On the Origin of Species, and the world comes to term with evolution. Guest: Dr Alexis Harley (English, La Trobe University).

Cornered in the toe of Italy, Spartacus and his followers make their final stand. They may lose the battle to Crassus, but thousands of years later it is Spartacus who is remembered. Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Ancient Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University)

Spartacus escapes from the gladiatoral schools but isn't perceived of as a threat and has little plans on what to do next. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Ancient Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) discusses how becoming a movement is taken out of his hands. Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Ancient Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University)

Who exactly is Spartacus? many of the sources are fragmentary, and provide little insight into the motives of the slave gladiator turned rebellious legend. Dr Rhiannon Evans (Ancient Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University) explores the early years of Spartacus. Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Ancient Mediterranean Studies, La Trobe University)