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Capri: Emperor Tiberius’ Island of Fear | Spies, Exile, and Imperial Paranoia
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- The Strange History Podcast
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- Jul 29, 2026
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- 655
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Summary
Capri: Emperor Tiberius’ Island of Fear explores the dark Roman history of Capri, long before it became a glamorous vacation destination. In this mega episode of The Strange History Podcast, we uncover how Tiberius abandoned Rome and ruled the empire from Capri, turning the island into a center of spies, treason trials, fear, and imperial mystery. We also cover the dramatic ruins of Villa Jovis, stories from Suetonius and Tacitus, the rise and fall of Sejanus, cliff execution legends, astrology, palace rumors, and how Capri became Rome’s most feared island. This is paradise with a dark side. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast--5773362/support . 🎧 The Strange History Podcast Love bizarre true stories, forgotten scandals, and history’s most unhinged moments? Submit your ideas for The Strange History Podcast Follow The Strange History Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode. 🔗 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Audible New episodes regularly. History gets weird here.