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FAQs about The Chronicler:How many episodes does The Chronicler have?The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.
October 16, 2022Episode 50 - An Lu Shan part 1In today's episode we go over the short term causes of the An LuShan rebellion and the events leading up to it. Setting the stage which will ultimately bring the Tang dynasty to it's knees. Hope you enjoy the episode!...more18minPlay
September 18, 2022Episode 49 - Tang XuanzongApologies for the long break.Here is the next episode in our chronological story which discusses the Tang dynasty at it's peak under Emperor Xuanzong. Hope you enjoy the episode!...more28minPlay
July 03, 2022Remember the Ladies podcast special!Hey there everyone. Here is my latest episode with Elissa from remember the ladies podcast where we discuss the social impact and legacy of Wu Ze Tian.You can find Elissa here via this link tree:https://linktr.ee/remembertheladies ...more46minPlay
June 05, 2022Episode 48 - Wu Zetian's reignToday's episode is about how Wu Zetian maintains her power and the policies she pursued during her time at the top of China's imperial system! It covers 3 main areas of discussion - foreign policy and military endevours, spread of Buddhism and the political reforms she made. Music can be found from this YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QjWPNa1Ml0&t=1445s...more34minPlay
May 22, 2022Episode 47 - The rise of Wu ZetianIn today's episode, we discuss the rise of China's only female emperor - Wu Zetian. This is the her journey to the top, and in a couple of weeks time we will discuss the acts she commits to get there, and trust me when I say this, it isn't pretty!Please note - there is discussions of sex and the death of a baby inside this episode, so listener discretion is advised. Sound effects and music came from freesound.org and YouTube copyright free sound effects....more25minPlay
April 03, 2022Episode 46 - Tang Taizong part 2Last time, we discussed Tang Taizong's domestic policies - what about his foreign policy? That's this topic of this week episode!Enjoy the show!...more25minPlay
March 13, 2022Episode 45 - Tang Taizong part 1This episode is all about Tang Taizong's policies when he starts his career as emperor of China.We examine his policies which really shape the Tang dynasty up to be the Middle Kingdom of the world at the time. We look at his lenient policies and his willingness to listen to his advisors. All in all - great leader in my opinion. What's yours?Music came from freesound.org and the YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QjWPNa1Ml0&t=1445s...more26minPlay
February 27, 2022Episode 44 - Brotherly LoveMassive apologies for the delay in this episode, but here we are a month later.In today's episode - we dive into the bitter rivalry that ensued the Tang Dynasty shortly after Li Yuan came to power. We look at the ultimate showdown between Li Shi Min and his brothers - Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji... Only 1 can be emperor after all!Music on freesound.org , YouTube Sounds and fight music can be found here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gBTKiVqprEZither music can be found on this track:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QjWPNa1Ml0&t=1445s...more29minPlay
January 30, 2022Episode 43 - The Establishment of the TangIn today's episode, we take a look at how the Tang managed to overthrow the Sui Dynasty. This is very military-focused so I hope you enjoy the military history!I mentioned a previous episode about the Chinese New Year, be sure to check out the episode via these links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF24ECWXlG8&list=PLlRR5XXsDlNl7zClPrYvFRo6OZB13Gjk-&index=18Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pDCWD9CG4669wzTc6Jqqt?si=5122988c5a814e45...more19minPlay
January 16, 2022Episode 43 - The Rise of the TangIn today's episode, we take a look into how the Sui dynasty was beginning to collapse, which paved the way for the almighty Tang dynasty to take it's place. We take a look into the Li family's origins and it's rise to power.Hope you enjoy the episode!...more18minPlay
FAQs about The Chronicler:How many episodes does The Chronicler have?The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.