<p>Who really were the gladiators of Ancient Rome?</p><br><p>With them once again hitting the big screens this month, we wanted to take you back a couple of thousand years to find out more about the people who fought and what their lives were really like.</p><br><p>What rights in society did they have? How often did they meet a gruesome end? And were they sex symbols?</p><br><p>Joining Kate is historian and expert in all things Ancient Rome, Emma Southon, author of <a href="https://www.welbooks.co.uk/shop/p/prophet-song-by-paul-lynch-signed-bookplate-pre-order-bwwlw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A History of the Roman Empire in 21 Women</a>, to help us find out more.</p><br><p>This podcast was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.</p><br><p>Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Sign <a href="https://www.historyhit.com/subscription/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>here</u></a> for up to 50% for 3 months using code BETWIXT</p><p><u>You can take part in our listener survey</u><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u> here</u></a><u>.</u></p>
