Ides of March: The Plot, The Power, The Fall of Rome and Caesar

Ides of March: The Plot, The Power, The Fall of Rome and Caesar

Published: March 20, 2026

Duration: 37:04

What really happened on the Ides of March?

In this gripping episode, Tony sits down with acclaimed historian Barry Strauss to uncover the truth behind one of the most infamous assassinations in history—Julius Caesar. Was it a spontaneous act of betrayal… or a carefully orchestrated political conspiracy?

We dive beyond Shakespeare and Hollywood to reveal the real players behind the plot, including the overlooked masterminds history forgot. From Caesar’s rise to power to the shocking decisions that led him straight into danger, this episode explores the tension between ambition, ego, and the fragile balance of a r...