The Chronicler

The Chronicler

A podcast about Chinese history in a more fun and engaging way. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

  1. 2022-10-16

    Episode 50 - An Lu Shan part 1

    In 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!

    18 min

  2. 2022-09-18

    Episode 49 - Tang Xuanzong

    Apologies 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!

    28 min

  3. 2022-07-03

    Remember 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

    45 min

  4. 2022-06-05

    Episode 48 - Wu Zetian's reign

    Today'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

    34 min

  5. 2022-05-22

    Episode 47 - The rise of Wu Zetian

    In 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.

    24 min

  6. 2022-04-03

    Episode 46 - Tang Taizong part 2

    Last time, we discussed Tang Taizong's domestic policies - what about his foreign policy? That's this topic of this week episode! Enjoy the show!

    25 min

  7. 2022-03-13

    Episode 45 - Tang Taizong part 1

    This 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

    25 min

  8. 2022-02-27

    Episode 44 - Brotherly Love

    Massive 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=9gBTKiVqprE Zither music can be found on this track: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QjWPNa1Ml0&t=1445s

    29 min
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A podcast about Chinese history in a more fun and engaging way. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

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    The Chronicler
  • Aktiva år
    2020 - 2022
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