Matthew Hu
Cultural heritage preservationist and expert who explains architectural, symbolic, and preservation aspects of the Forbidden City during the episode's site tour.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 1h 15min
The Forbidden City
Matthew Hu, a cultural heritage preservationist who guides the site’s architecture and symbolism, and Dr. Jeremiah Jenny, a historian of China who taught in Beijing, take listeners through the Forbidden City. They tour its construction, cosmic symbolism, ceremonial layout, palace life, dynastic coups, and survival through revolution and modern preservation efforts.
