About this episode
The episode discusses Porcia, her role as the daughter of Cato and wife of Brutus, and her embodiment of Roman principles.
Being the daughter of Cato and wife of Brutus came with certain expectations from the ancient world. Embody her father’s principles, be a fine, upstanding Roman lady, and put Rome first above all other things. Porcia did this, and was admired for her disposition. Episode CCXLVII (247) Guest: Assoc. Professor Rhiannon Evans (Classic and Ancient History, La Trobe University)
People in this episode
Guest: Assoc. Professor Rhiannon Evans
Topics covered
- Roman history
- Porcia
- Cato
- Brutus
- ancient Rome
- women in history
Keywords
- Porcia
- Cato
- Brutus
- Roman lady
- ancient world
- history
- La Trobe University
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: La Trobe University
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