The origins and effects of European imperialism in the 19th century

The origins of revolutions of the 18th and 19th centuries. The intellectual movements, scientific developments, and bloody revolts that made the world what it is today.

The story of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation

The Mughals, money, and trade. The people who gave rise to the idea of mega-business and international commerce (maybe that is a bit hyperbolic, but the English sure were impressed). Check out the Mughal empire in this episode.

In this weeks episode, we talk about some of the smaller stories that make up the Crusades. Inept leadership, cowardly men, and brave heroines. Travel with us to the 12th century as we delve into Crusades.

The Pax Mongolica, the time most of us ignore when we think about the Mongols. From the first passport system, to reinvigorated trade routes, the Mongols did more then destroy. Don't worry, there is still blood and gore in this episode though, because after all, it is the Mongols.

The origins of Mongol rule in Eurasia