Podcast
The Chronicler
Hosted by The Chronicler · EN
A podcast about Chinese history in a more fun and engaging way. Sit back, relax and enjoy!
12episodes
Episodes
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Episode 50 - An Lu Shan part 1
Oct 16, 202200:17:52Tap to summarizeIn 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!
Transcribe →Episode 49 - Tang Xuanzong
Sep 18, 202200:27:56Tap to summarizeApologies 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!
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Remember the Ladies podcast special!
Jul 3, 202200:45:15Tap to summarizeHey 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
Transcribe →Episode 48 - Wu Zetian's reign
Jun 5, 202200:33:37Tap to summarizeToday'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
Transcribe →Episode 47 - The rise of Wu Zetian
May 22, 202200:24:02Tap to summarizeIn 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.
Transcribe →Episode 46 - Tang Taizong part 2
Apr 3, 202200:24:30Tap to summarizeLast time, we discussed Tang Taizong's domestic policies - what about his foreign policy? That's this topic of this week episode! Enjoy the show!
Transcribe →Episode 45 - Tang Taizong part 1
Mar 13, 202200:25:13Tap to summarizeThis 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
Transcribe →Episode 44 - Brotherly Love
Feb 27, 202200:28:37Tap to summarizeMassive 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
Transcribe →Episode 43 - The Establishment of the Tang
Jan 30, 202200:18:55Tap to summarizeIn 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=18 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pDCWD9CG4669wzTc6Jqqt?si=5122988c5a814e45
Transcribe →Episode 43 - The Rise of the Tang
Jan 16, 202200:17:01Tap to summarizeIn 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!
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