Adam Ruins Everything
Episode 20Season 2
Adam Ruins EverythingSeason 2Episode 20

The Roman Gladiatorial Rule Book

Roman Gladiators are known for fighting to the death, but Adam shares that killing your opponent was actually against the rules.

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