In this episode, host Victor Aether speaks with the AI persona of Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador whose expedition led to the fall of the Aztec Empire. Cortés discusses his motivations for leaving Spain, the strategies he used to navigate Aztec society and build alliances, and the capture of Tenochtitlán. He reflects on the consequences of his conquest, his role as governor of New Spain, and the complex legacy he left behind. Join Victor for a deep exploration of Hernán Cortés’s life and the lessons his story offers to future generations.