This episode talks about the frontier between the Byzantine Empire and the Sassanid Persians. Were they natural rivals who were forced to fight each other? Or were they simply neighbouring factions who desired the spoils of war? Welcome to the AIQ podcast, bringing the world of Ancient History to your ears. No matter if you are a leading academic, or have just found an interest in history, this podcast tries to discuss highly academic topics in a free and easy going way. Want to be kept up to date? follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/AIQpodcast Want updates on Facebook? Join our page! https://www.facebook.com/Antiquity-in-Question-362046647682923/?modal=admin_todo_tour Listen to the AIQ Podcast for FREE on podcasting platforms here! https://anchor.fm/alexandergoodman Subscribe to the Antiquity in Question YouTube for a video version of the podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzSV1rKDHurxkrvILaJGBLQ Suggested further reading: - Rome and Persia at War, 502-532 by Geoffrey...