568. Hannibal: Rome's Greatest Enemy (Part 1)

In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the historical figure of Hannibal Barca and the Second Punic War. They discuss Vin Diesel and Denzel Washington's interest in making a movie about Hannibal, before diving into Hannibal's background, the rivalry between Carthage and Rome, and the events leading up to the Second Punic War. They explore Hamilcar Barca's role in rebuilding Carthaginian power in Spain, Hannibal's early life and training, and the escalating tensions with Rome over Saguntum, setting the stage for the impending conflict. The hosts also promote their club, where listeners can access all episodes of the series immediately. Finally, Dominic Sandbrook makes an appeal for companies to advertise on their podcast.