From Peacock, IGN, and Realm, this is Rise or Die, the official companion podcast to the Peacock original series Those About To Die. Join host Dana Schwartz (Noble Blood) as she takes an exclusive five episode behind the scenes look at how this stunning new series was made. She talks craft with critically acclaimed director and executive producer Roland Emmerich, writer and producer Robert Rodat, series lead actor Iwan Rheon, and so many more.
Those About to Die is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.
Watch or listen to Rise or Die wherever you get your podcasts. And check out Those About To Die, streaming only on Peacock.
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From Peacock, IGN, and Realm, this is Rise or Die, the official companion podcast to the Peacock original series Those About To Die. Join host Dana Schwartz (Noble Blood) as she takes an exclusive five episode behind the scenes look at how this stunning new series was made. She talks craft with critically acclaimed director and executive producer Roland Emmerich, writer and producer Robert Rodat, series lead actor Iwan Rheon, and so many more.
Those About to Die is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.
Watch or listen to Rise or Die wherever you get your podcasts. And check out Those About To Die, streaming only on Peacock.
Episode 5: The Road to Modern Sports in Those About to Die
Rise or Die: A Those About to Die Podcast
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1 year ago
Episode 5: The Road to Modern Sports in Those About to Die
The roar of a crowd. A sound that countless gladiators heard as they walked out onto the sands of the Roman arena. A sound that you can still hear today in stadiums around the world, where athletes compete for wealth and for glory.
On Episode 5 of Rise or Die, host Dana Schwartz (Noble Blood) wanted to explore how the creative team behind Those About To Die explored the similarities between the spectacle of the Roman arena and modern sports. She speaks with historical consultant Justin Pollard about the bread and circuses and his feeling that F1 racing is the modern incarnation of the Circus Maixmus. This episode also features interviews with actors Dimitri Leonidas and Gabriella Pession, costume designer Gianni Calanuovo, director Marco Kreuspaintner, and director and executive producer Roland Emmerich.
Check out Those About To Die after the episode, streaming only on Peacock.
Rise or Die: A Those About to Die Podcast
From Peacock, IGN, and Realm, this is Rise or Die, the official companion podcast to the Peacock original series Those About To Die. Join host Dana Schwartz (Noble Blood) as she takes an exclusive five episode behind the scenes look at how this stunning new series was made. She talks craft with critically acclaimed director and executive producer Roland Emmerich, writer and producer Robert Rodat, series lead actor Iwan Rheon, and so many more.
Those About to Die is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.
Watch or listen to Rise or Die wherever you get your podcasts. And check out Those About To Die, streaming only on Peacock.
