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FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO GO DEEPER THAN YOUTUBE DOCUMENTARIES
Discover the Rise, Crisis, and Transformation of the Roman Empire with an Ancient History Specialist
A 6-Week Live Interactive Journey That Transforms Your Understanding of Ancient Rome From Disconnected Facts Into a Fascinating Complete Picture
After two decades of teaching ancient history at the college level, I've learned that the most fascinating stories are often hidden beneath the surface. Now, I want to share them with you.
Secure Checkout – Only 40 spots available
Dear History Lover,
You have probably heard of Julius Caesar, Augustus, Caligula, Nero, Marcus Aurelius, Constantine, and the fall of Rome.
But have you ever been shown how their stories connect?
Perhaps you know that Caesar was assassinated but are less certain about how his death led to the creation of the Roman Empire.
Perhaps you have heard that Caligula and Nero were mad, but have never examined who wrote those stories, why they wrote them, or how much we should believe.
Perhaps you know that Constantine converted to Christianity but have never explored what that conversion meant—or did not mean—for the millions of people living throughout the Roman world.
And perhaps you have encountered dramatic claims about poisoned emperors, decadent Romans, secret Christian conspiracies, collapsing morals, lead pipes, barbarian hordes, and countless other supposed explanations for Rome’s fate.
The real history is richer, more complicated, and much more interesting.
The Rome ruled by Theodosius the Great was very different from the Rome inherited by Augustus Caesar. Emperors presented themselves differently, lived in different places, and faced challenges that Augustus could scarcely have imagined.
Understanding that transformation is the key to understanding the Roman Empire.
Here’s the problem…
Most people encounter Roman imperial history in fragments.
They may watch one documentary about Julius Caesar, another about Nero, and another about Constantine. They remember a collection of names, scandals, and memorable quotations, but rarely acquire a clear sense of how one period led to the next.
Popular treatments often make the problem worse.
The emperors become a parade of heroes, villains, madmen, and eccentrics. Rome rises because its people were disciplined and virtuous. It declines because they became decadent and corrupt. Christianity either saves the empire or destroys it.
These stories can be entertaining, but they flatten centuries of history into simple moral lessons.
They also leave important questions unanswered.
Why did Augustus succeed where Julius Caesar had failed?
Why did Romans continue using the language and institutions of the Republic after one man had acquired supreme power?
Why was there no dependable system for choosing the next emperor?
Why did the Roman Empire nearly disintegrate during the third century?
How did Diocletian and Constantine reconstruct it?
How did Christianity move from persecution to imperial patronage?
And when people speak of Roman “decline,” what exactly do they mean?
To answer these questions, we need to understand the system within which they operated, and how that system changed over time.
That is what this course is designed to do.
The Solution: A Complete Story Presented Live
That’s why I created…
The Roman Empire in Perspective
From Julius Caesar to Theodosius the Great
This six-week live course is designed to help you:
✓ Connect more than four centuries of Roman history into a coherent narrative
✓ Examine emperors as political figures rather than collections of legends and scandals
✓ Follow Rome through expansion, civil war, near-collapse, recovery, and religious transformation
✓ Evaluate ancient sources critically and recognize the agendas behind some of the most famous stories about Rome
✓ Separate evidence-based history from popular myths about Roman decadence, madness, persecution, and decline
✓ Develop a clearer understanding of how historians reconstruct the history of the ancient world
By the end of the course, you will understand:
✓ How Augustus created a monarchy while claiming to have restored the Republic
✓ Why the Julio-Claudian and Flavian dynasties struggled with the problem of succession
✓ What caused the Crisis of the Third Century and how close Rome came to political fragmentation
✓ How Diocletian and Constantine created a new model of imperial government
✓ How much the empire had changed by the death of Theodosius in 395 CE
Because the course is live, you will be able to ask questions throughout each session. We can pause over difficult issues, examine conflicting evidence, and follow important questions beyond the limits of a prerecorded lecture.
You will also receive recordings of every class, so you can revisit the material or catch up on any session you cannot attend live.
Why Learn History with Me, Dr. David Miano
When you sign up for a course, you’re not just buying information—you’re choosing a guide. Here’s what I bring to the table and how it translates into real value for you:
I’m a scholar and a storyteller.
I earned my Ph.D. in ancient history at UC San Diego and have spent twenty-plus years teaching college students—and another quarter-million viewers—through my YouTube channel World of Antiquity. My job is to turn dense scholarship into vivid, memorable narratives you’ll want to share with friends.
I teach the historian’s toolkit, not just the timeline.
Every session folds in source criticism, dating methods, and evidence-based reasoning. You’ll walk away knowing how we know what we know.
I specialize in cutting through myths.
Whether it’s the Maya prediction of the end of the world, lost super-civilizations, or pyramid-powered energy grids, I’ve built a reputation for evidence-based debunking. I’ll show you exactly how to weigh claims, so you leave armed with lifelong critical-thinking skills.
I keep class sizes small and the dialogue lively.
With a limited class size, I can answer your questions in real time, run breakout debates, and hold optional office hours. You’ll never feel like one face in a webinar crowd.
Bottom line: If you’re looking for a passive slide deck, this isn’t it. If you want a guided, interactive deep dive led by someone who lives and breathes ancient history, and who will equip you to separate fact from fiction long after the course ends. I’d love to have you aboard.
People Are Saying This About My Courses
Here's Everything We’ll Discover Together
All for a ONE-Time Payment of $250 ($125 if you’re a returning student)
…And honestly it’s a steal.
If you were to take a college course on this same subject, you'd pay anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 for a single semester. And you still wouldn't get the personal attention or the focus on the "why" that makes this approach so powerful.
Private tutoring with an expert historian would cost you $150-$200 per hour. That's $900-$1,200 for just the live session time we'll spend together, without any of the materials or community support.
Even basic recorded courses without any live interaction typically sell for $500-$700.
But I wanted to make this accessible to genuine history enthusiasts who truly want to understand the deeper story.
Your investment for the complete experience is just $250 ($125 if you're a returning student).
That's about $42 per live session - less than dinner and a movie, but with insights that will transform how you see history forever.
IMPORTANT: Registration Closes 22nd of August or When All Spots Are Taken
We begin our journey on August 23, and registration closes on August 22 at midnight ET or when all the spots are taken.
Once we reach capacity, I'll have to close registration - even if that happens before the deadline.
I deliberately keep these groups small to ensure everyone gets the personalized attention and interaction that makes this experience so memorable.
If understanding the true WHY behind the ancient world’s greatest achievements matters to you, I encourage you to secure your spot now while seats are still available.
I look forward to guiding you through this fascinating journey.
Secure Checkout – Limited to 40 Spots ONLY
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have taken any of your other courses to understand this?
Not at all. The course is self-contained and designed to be accessible to anyone with a genuine interest in the subject, whether you're just beginning your exploration or have been fascinated by this civilization for years. I ensure everyone has the context they need to fully engage with each session.
What if I can’t attend one of the live sessions?
Don't worry. While live participation provides the best experience, you'll have access to recordings of all sessions. You can submit questions in advance, and I often address these during the live sessions even if you can't be there.
How interactive are the sessions?
Very interactive! Unlike passive learning experiences, these sessions include dedicated Q&A time, group discussions, and opportunities to engage directly with both me and your fellow participants. I limit each cohort to 40 people specifically to ensure everyone has a chance to participate. But you aren’t required to!
Is this like a college course? Will it be too academic?
While I bring academic rigor to the material, this is not a typical college course. I focus on making the content engaging, meaningful, and accessible. There are no tests or papers - just the joy of discovery and understanding. My teaching style emphasizes storytelling and connections rather than dry facts and dates.
What’s the time commitment beyond the live sessions?
The core commitment is the weekly 90-minute session. The supplementary materials are entirely optional - they're provided as resources for those who wish to deepen their understanding further, but they're not required for meaningful participation.
How is this different from other history courses?
The key difference is our focus on the WHY rather than just the WHAT or HOW. Most courses present disconnected facts or obsess over construction techniques. We explore the underlying motivations, connections, and evolutionary journey that makes sense of everything you've ever learned about the subject.
What if I’ve already taken courses on this subject? Will this be redundant?
Most participants with previous study experience find this course reveals connections and insights they've never encountered before. The "Why Behind the What" approach transforms even familiar material into something new. Previous students often tell me, "I've known these facts for years, but now they finally make sense."
Do you offer a payment plan?
Currently, the workshop is offered as a single payment. This helps keep administrative costs down and allows me to offer the course at a more accessible price point.
What technology do I need to participate?
You'll need a reliable internet connection and a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) capable of running Zoom. A camera and microphone are recommended for full participation, but not strictly required if you prefer to engage through chat.
A Personal Note
Throughout my career, I've been driven by one simple goal: to understand our ancient past as it really was, not as it's been filtered through centuries of misunderstanding and misinterpretation.
The discoveries I'll share with you have transformed how I see human history.
They've shown me that our ancestors were far more sophisticated, connected, and capable than we've been led to believe.
Now, I want to share these insights with you.
Together, we'll explore the evidence I've uncovered and the patterns I've discovered that paint a very different picture of our shared past.
Will you join me on this extraordinary journey?
Best,
David Miano
