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In this episode of Blood and Marble: Learn Spanish with the History of Rome, we explore a turning point in Roman history: the First Secession of the Plebeians. Tired of injustice, Rome’s lower class takes bold action, leaving the city to demand their rights and forcing the patricians to listen.
Learn about the creation of the Tribunes of the Plebs, a new political office that gave the people a voice, and the fragile compromises that followed. Discover how this pivotal event set the stage for the first written laws of Rome, the Twelve Tables, all while practicing Spanish with a clear, learner-friendly approach!
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In this episode of Blood and Marble: Learn Spanish with the History of Rome, we witness the fall of Rome’s last king, Tarquin the Proud, and the rise of the Republic. Through the tragedy of Lucrecia and the courage of Lucius Junius Brutus, the monarchy ends, paving the way for a new government rooted in justice and shared power.
Discover the ideals of the Roman Republic and the challenges it faced in its early days, from fierce battles to internal struggles to uphold its newfound freedom. Immerse yourself in this transformative chapter of Rome’s history, all with comprehensible, learner friendly Spanish! -
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In this bonus episode, we explore some of the crucial early infrastructure that was put in place during the period of the seven kings. From the first bridge and the first port to grand temples and the Circus Maximus, learn how Rome's initial rulers laid the groundwork for the Roman Republic—all presented, as ever, in clear, comprehensible Spanish.
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Welcome to the third episode of Blood and Marble: Learn Spanish with the History of Rome! In this episode, we follow the legendary kings who ruled after Romulus, each shaping Rome with their unique vision, whose legacies would transform a raw settlement into the foundations of a future empire!
Enjoy this fascinating journey through history in intermediate, comprehensible Spanish!
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Welcome to the second episode of Blood and Marble: Learn Spanish with the History of Rome! In this episode, we follow Aeneas's journey to found Lavinium, his bloodline to the legendary twins Romulus and Remus, and the city they found, Rome, which will one day rule an empire.
Designed for intermediate Spanish learners, this series combines language learning with an epic narrative, helping you enhance your listening skills while diving into the captivating history of Rome. Don’t worry about catching every word—just enjoy the story and let your comprehension grow naturally with each episode.
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Welcome to the first episode of Blood and Marble: Learn Spanish with the History of Rome! In this debut episode, we journey back to the fiery fall of Troy and follow Aeneas, the hero destined to shape the beginnings of Rome. This isn’t just a story of survival; it’s the mythic foundation of an empire. Aeneas’s tale reveals key Roman values—loyalty, destiny, and the pursuit of a new homeland—that would define Rome for centuries to come.
Designed for intermediate Spanish learners, this series combines language learning with an epic narrative, helping you enhance your listening skills while diving into the captivating history of Rome. Don’t worry about catching every word—just enjoy the story and let your comprehension grow naturally with each episode.
