This channel is really the best at putting you in the shoes of an average person from history. Some channels tell the story of the great battles and great men, but this channel gives you a deeper insight into the average day in the life of a Roman. I really appreciate your work Toldinstone!
@@JR-xn6yu I like the pictures but the music and sound effects need to be significantly quieter. As it is it's almost like a commercial where the music blares unreasonably loud.
@@JR-xn6yu I concur. The new production style is very jarring. The music is too loud and the effects are also too loud in places where it feels like his voice is competing to be heard and completely takes away from the stories. I honestly struggled to take in the information provided at times A far cry from all the previous videos I've watched.
That was SO well done. 👏👏 I love how you took us through the daily routines of people from pompeii and really set the picture. It's also very relatable! Even 2000 years later... just shows how similar we are today to how people lived then and its thanks to those people we have what we do now. Thank you Rome for setting the stage for us. ✌️🤣 It's so crazy how easily you can imagine yourself playing out that day in the markets and almost feel the atmosphere. And in some ways the people of this era remind me of the victorians and their ingenuity. Canals and bridges and aqueducts. Awesome 👌
This is exactly the type of narrative history that brings the past into the present. I find myself remembering the details you present more than other channels because you make it possible to relate to people who lived and died in a different culture with different social values than I experience in my life. Excellent work!
This is your best work yet, without a doubt. I had no idea you were such a talented writer man. I was instantly captivated by every new character & story. The father visiting his sons tomb was an especially poignant image. Excited for part 2!!
Extremely well done, I've never read, heard, or watched anything as good at immersing you in the setting as this was, I commend your storytelling ability and breadth of knowledge about the ancient world. It's almost as if you've actually seen Rome somehow.
Garrett, you're a talented storyteller indeed! You've taken us into the lives of these people, and onto the streets of Pompeii. Good storytelling is an art; well done.
A secret treasured gem on the TH-cam’s. Such a great channel that REALLY takes you there. The details and the true imagination of a history lover. To help understand the world around us, we look to the past.
Brother watching this channel grow from the walking tours to this has been a true pleasure. Well done. You deserve all the success given the consistent quality of your content.
You're an insanely talented storyteller! You should consider doing a "day in the life" for Senators, gladiators & legionaries if you get the chance. The pictures were TOP QUALITY as well 👏
Fabulous! I was watching Mary Beard's series on Roman Stelae inscriptions, and I couldn't help thinking of what you might do with such a project, which stones you would choose, which stories and details would come alive through your expertise.
I teach a history course that deals with Pompeii briefly. This is hands-down the most succinct breakdown of the disaster I’ve been able to find and the one that best puts my students in the shoes of the people. I’ve spent the last several days trying to find this video again, and I finally found it!
I was just in Naples this summer, absolutely amazing city. I’ve been all over Italy and it is one of my favourites. My host took me to a palace that was only rediscovered less than 50 years ago. It really took me back in time
Wow! This is very well done.....I really like how you make the three people become tangible through your narration and with the sound effects in the background as they're going through their daily routines; it's like watching a movie in my mind's eye. Looking forward to part 2.
What an awesome upgrade! Magnificent story and excellent presentation, both aesthetics and in sound. Congratulations and thank you for the big effort, can't wait to watch new episodes!
This is really well narrated and very captivating. I like the contrast between the ordinary life and the Interruptions of the impending doom... thank you for your hard work! I look forward to the sequel :)
That was extremely well done!!! Im so impressed by your story telling, entrenched in the daily events of a ordinary morning of Pompeii edging at the catastrophic events we all know. You made me feel part of me was there 2000 years ago. You should be really proud of your work!! We certainly are by sharing it!! Can't wait to see the second part!!
What a gem of a channel. So glad I found this channel & extra appreciative of the time you take to add subtitles. It’s nice to have you tubers include deaf people !!
If no one has told you before, though I doubt it, I'll tell you: your scripts are wonderfully and ingenously written. It is noticeable the bulk of work you put into it. Thank you.
This is one of your best videos yet, awesome production, awesome concept, love it! but I'm still waiting for part 6 of the time travellers guide to ancient Rome.
Excellent! Loved the mosaic pictures, the daily lives of the people, and your absolutely wonderful story of Pompeii. Can't wait for Volume II This is the way ancient history should be presented. So interesting! Thanks.
I'm a new viewer, and I just want to say that I loved this glimpse into the lives of everyday citizens of Pompeii. It's striking to learn about a normal day in their lives and then suddenly being faced with looming catastrophe. I became invested in these people, and the end was chilling. I'm very much looking forward to the next video!
Very immersive and quite entertaining. I enjoyed the ambient sounds of everyday life while you narrated, it truly put me on the street where I could enjoy the sights while not enjoying the smells.
WOW. the quality of this one is incredible. Love the new mic and all of the effort put into the editing. this channel is going to be really big soon :)
Pompei is one of the wonders of the world. Nowere on earth has history been preserved so untouched as in Pompei... All the houses, the people, art on walls, grooves in the road, everything how it was 2000 years ago... Its a very special place. People always build and rebuild, so nothing realy preserves, except there... And the more i travel, the more special it becomes, because i understand how rare it is... if you visit Italy, Pompei ia definetly worth it... Its good on the scale of the world, not just Italy.
WOW! Your videos have always been great but this one is obviously on a higher level of production. The sound design alone was really incredible. You've always been great at immersion but this was something new! Love it! Great job
This channel is really the best at putting you in the shoes of an average person from history. Some channels tell the story of the great battles and great men, but this channel gives you a deeper insight into the average day in the life of a Roman. I really appreciate your work Toldinstone!
Well, John, more like putting you in the 'sandals' of an average person from that time!
"putting you in the shoes of an average person from history." I'm size 13 (UK) so I might not fit :P
@@fastertrackcreative Size 13 UK? Best of British Big Feet, next on Netflix! Can't wait!
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@@cerberus6654 Well, Cerberus, more like putting you in the 'caligae' of an average person of that time!
is that a new logo? are those sound effects? you are certainly raising the quality of your podcasts! great work, and very enjoyable as usual!
I honestly don't like it. The old formula was better. I have ADHD, the background music distracts me. Suddenly switching pictures, unnecessary stuff.
@@JR-xn6yu I like the pictures but the music and sound effects need to be significantly quieter. As it is it's almost like a commercial where the music blares unreasonably loud.
@@JR-xn6yu I agree. The music is too loud and it’s overkill.
@@JR-xn6yu I concur. The new production style is very jarring. The music is too loud and the effects are also too loud in places where it feels like his voice is competing to be heard and completely takes away from the stories. I honestly struggled to take in the information provided at times A far cry from all the previous videos I've watched.
@@bonnylad1651 Agreed, that’s what made the last videos so good. They were simple
I like the rebrand! Very cool. Nice art too
based on this first installment, a fantastic series is coming. Can't wait for more.
I remember this like it was yesterday....
That was SO well done. 👏👏 I love how you took us through the daily routines of people from pompeii and really set the picture. It's also very relatable! Even 2000 years later... just shows how similar we are today to how people lived then and its thanks to those people we have what we do now. Thank you Rome for setting the stage for us. ✌️🤣 It's so crazy how easily you can imagine yourself playing out that day in the markets and almost feel the atmosphere. And in some ways the people of this era remind me of the victorians and their ingenuity. Canals and bridges and aqueducts. Awesome 👌
Diligent historian and consummate story teller, what a fantastic combination this channel is
This is exactly the type of narrative history that brings the past into the present. I find myself remembering the details you present more than other channels because you make it possible to relate to people who lived and died in a different culture with different social values than I experience in my life. Excellent work!
New format is like a TV show at this point, I love creators like this who really put effort into their videos
Your writing is beyond excellent. These visuals compliment it well
This is your best work yet, without a doubt. I had no idea you were such a talented writer man. I was instantly captivated by every new character & story.
The father visiting his sons tomb was an especially poignant image.
Excited for part 2!!
Extremely well done, I've never read, heard, or watched anything as good at immersing you in the setting as this was, I commend your storytelling ability and breadth of knowledge about the ancient world. It's almost as if you've actually seen Rome somehow.
It all makes sense... those time traveler guides are speaking from experience. Toldinstone you got some 'splainin' to do bout your time crimes.
Garrett, you're a talented storyteller indeed! You've taken us into the lives of these people, and onto the streets of Pompeii. Good storytelling is an art; well done.
A secret treasured gem on the TH-cam’s. Such a great channel that REALLY takes you there. The details and the true imagination of a history lover. To help understand the world around us, we look to the past.
Brother watching this channel grow from the walking tours to this has been a true pleasure. Well done. You deserve all the success given the consistent quality of your content.
That was incredible storytelling! Looking forward to the series.
I recommend publishing this script as a short novel. Wonderful work
What a great narrative history piece! I'll definitely keep an eye out for the next installments!
You're an insanely talented storyteller! You should consider doing a "day in the life" for Senators, gladiators & legionaries if you get the chance. The pictures were TOP QUALITY as well 👏
simply the gold standard of internet history content and it is all free !! please buy this man’s book !!!
love your videos! u have a distinct way of storytelling
Spectacular word artistry. Wonderful!!!
I am simply in awe on how well this video is done.
That was GREAT! Thank you!
Yesterday my seminar about the remains of Pompeii began, this is perfectly timed. Thank you for this great start into my archeology semester !
Fabulous! I was watching Mary Beard's series on Roman Stelae inscriptions, and I couldn't help thinking of what you might do with such a project, which stones you would choose, which stories and details would come alive through your expertise.
I teach a history course that deals with Pompeii briefly. This is hands-down the most succinct breakdown of the disaster I’ve been able to find and the one that best puts my students in the shoes of the people. I’ve spent the last several days trying to find this video again, and I finally found it!
I was just in Naples this summer, absolutely amazing city. I’ve been all over Italy and it is one of my favourites. My host took me to a palace that was only rediscovered less than 50 years ago. It really took me back in time
I’m a fan of the new logo and intro
Dude the quality of this one jumped up like 10 fold. The video looks incredible but the jump in audio quality is superb.
Mary Beard is phenomenal. I was hooked on her Rome series and wish it never ended.
Wow! This is very well done.....I really like how you make the three people become tangible through your narration and with the sound effects in the background as they're going through their daily routines; it's like watching a movie in my mind's eye. Looking forward to part 2.
Incredible video, the storytelling and narration are spot-on. You have a way of bringing history alive that I’ve seldom seen. Thanks!
I love the rebranding of this channel.
I love history and I prefer descriptions of mundane things than battles.
This video is perfect for me.
Dammmnnnn this is a 11/10 video my dude. Excellent work! I learned a lot!
What an awesome upgrade! Magnificent story and excellent presentation, both aesthetics and in sound.
Congratulations and thank you for the big effort, can't wait to watch new episodes!
This is really well narrated and very captivating. I like the contrast between the ordinary life and the Interruptions of the impending doom... thank you for your hard work! I look forward to the sequel :)
Underrated channel
Wow. The music and background audio really added to the experience. So cool.
Ever since i found this channel i cant stop watching. Really good work.
That was extremely well done!!!
Im so impressed by your story telling, entrenched in the daily events of a ordinary morning of Pompeii edging at the catastrophic events we all know.
You made me feel part of me was there 2000 years ago.
You should be really proud of your work!!
We certainly are by sharing it!!
Can't wait to see the second part!!
What a gem of a channel. So glad I found this channel & extra appreciative of the time you take to add subtitles. It’s nice to have you tubers include deaf people !!
This is unbelievable work. Thank you!
You’ve got me VERY excited for the upcoming few weeks! Your content has Never disappointed and I feel this latest direction is going somewhere good
I love how engaging this video is. Thanks much!
I've been waiting for this! More of that visceral time travelling from your retellings of the past.
Wonderful.
Superbly done! Very immersive and compelling.
Wonderful narrative!
That was amazing thanks G
Beautifully done!
If no one has told you before, though I doubt it, I'll tell you: your scripts are wonderfully and ingenously written. It is noticeable the bulk of work you put into it. Thank you.
I love this. A roman slice of life. The way you flowed between characters is masterful and the sound effects are immersive.
Just ordered your book- can't wait to get it💜 this reading is mesmerizing- am hurrying to listen to more!!
This is one of your best videos yet, awesome production, awesome concept, love it! but I'm still waiting for part 6 of the time travellers guide to ancient Rome.
I really like this style of bringing Roman life back to reality. As if we truly were there and walking among the inhabitants.
This video was spectacularly well done! The channel rebrand looks great as well!
Toldinstone keeps getting better and better
Absolutely brilliant, thanks for your wonderful storytelling.
You tell these stories so well, and showing high-quality images for > 5 seconds works wonders for immersion. Great videos.
this is so well done. very impressed by the new logo and sound effects!!
great work on the new video, I love the immersive feel and sounds!
I'm digging this revamp of your channel. Also I'm loving the Roman and Renaissance artwork.
i love the change of format! this is really done, good job!
This channel is literally therapeutic for me. Thank you for being the most informative channel on TH-cam
Excellent! Loved the mosaic pictures, the daily lives of the people, and your absolutely wonderful story of Pompeii. Can't wait for Volume II This is the way ancient history should be presented. So interesting! Thanks.
The way the story is told, the sound effects and pacing are all suoer well done. This'd make an excellent audio book narrator or such.
I disagree. The sound effects and music were too loud in parts and took away from the story.
You've just taken your already excellent channel to a new level! Can't wait for the next video!!
Captivating narration, love the style :)
Oh, damn a cliffhanger! Can't wait forever e the next part! Great job and channel.
Bravissimo! Grazie.
This was absolutely brilliant!
Very much enjoyed it and looking forward to the next installments!
This is so vivid and relatable. I love it!
Very well done and impressive!
Very noticeable and welcome production increase.
I wanted to keep listening! This was great -- can't wait to hear the rest! Very descriptive, I could "see" it all.
This channel just keeps getting better.
Excellent work, thank you!
Your channel has been a delightful discovery
What a leap in quality. Well done
Your best video so far. Excited for more.
This was really captivating. Looking forward to the next chapters!
I'm a new viewer, and I just want to say that I loved this glimpse into the lives of everyday citizens of Pompeii. It's striking to learn about a normal day in their lives and then suddenly being faced with looming catastrophe. I became invested in these people, and the end was chilling. I'm very much looking forward to the next video!
This is amazing! A huge jump in quality from your already amazing videos. I can't wait for the next parts!
That was excellent. I very hope that you will do more of these fantasy vignettes from ancient Rome.
Another great video. You have a wonderful habit of turning history into something that modern people can feel. Looking forward to part two!
Great video. I’m already excited for the next episode.
Very immersive and quite entertaining. I enjoyed the ambient sounds of everyday life while you narrated, it truly put me on the street where I could enjoy the sights while not enjoying the smells.
Love this soooo much!! Thank you!! Can't wait for the next chapter
You have a great voice. I love listening to your stories. I can't wait for the next installment! 😁
WOW. the quality of this one is incredible. Love the new mic and all of the effort put into the editing. this channel is going to be really big soon :)
Having been to Pompeii this video brought back so many memories. The story was excellent. I could see everything so clearly in my mind.
Pompei is one of the wonders of the world. Nowere on earth has history been preserved so untouched as in Pompei... All the houses, the people, art on walls, grooves in the road, everything how it was 2000 years ago...
Its a very special place. People always build and rebuild, so nothing realy preserves, except there... And the more i travel, the more special it becomes, because i understand how rare it is... if you visit Italy, Pompei ia definetly worth it... Its good on the scale of the world, not just Italy.
the new logo, the high production values, i knew this was coming. i'm so excited for more, you have no idea. can't wait!!!
I love the way your story progressed from one person to the next. Ancient Rome has fascinated me ever since I first saw "Ben Hur" in 1960 at age 10.
WOW! Your videos have always been great but this one is obviously on a higher level of production. The sound design alone was really incredible. You've always been great at immersion but this was something new! Love it! Great job
I feel like all the learning that we have had from this channel has brought us to this immersive read. My vote for your read of Suetonius' 12 Caesars!
Fantastic video! Great writing combined with the background audio really puts you in the story. I would love to see more of this!
This is incredibly well-made and very immersive. I'm looking forward to seeing the next instalment.