Life of the week: Spartacus

Published: Jan. 30, 2024, midnight

b'"I am Spartacus" is one of the most iconic lines in cinema history: from the 1960 film starring Kirk Douglas in the titular role, it has come to define how we see the Roman rebel. However, according to Roman historian Alison Futrell, the real man behind the legend has an equally fascinating story to tell. Speaking to Emily Briffett, Alison explains how Spartacus\'s life has been told through a variety of skewed lenses, explores the context surrounding his extraordinary uprising \\u2013 and reveals how he has come to be seen as a revolutionary hero.\\n\\nThe HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices'