After drawing out the plans, an architect seems to misunderstand the proportions of the building he must build. He mistakenly presents the customer with a scale model, instead of the actual building.

Mary Beard delves into the myth of Rome's founders Remus and Romulus. She explains that although the story is partly mythology, it allows us to see what the Romans prioritized in their culture, and even shed light on their fears and anxieties.

Spanning over a thousand years, ancient Rome was a civilization of constant evolution. This great empire flourished through innovation and incorporation of the diverse cultures they conquered, such as the adoption of Latin and gladiatorial combat. Learn about the rise and fall of this ancient civilization and how its influence still endures today.

Adam explains the common misconceptions around gladiator fights in Ancient Rome. He explains that rules of gladitorial combat in the Roman Colosseum and that it was actually against the rules to kill the opponent.

John Green discusses the foundations of the Roman Empire, including its government and social structure.