The Master of Demon Gorge: A Chinese History Podcast
William Han
Stories from ancient China, and whatever else comes to mind.
Episodes
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May 9, 2024 • 21min
The Prince of Lu of Ming
The story of an imperial cousin and regent of the Southern Ming Dynasty.Support the show
May 2, 2024 • 15min
Liu Zhiyuan of the Latter Han
The next emperor in our series on the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms.Support the show
Apr 25, 2024 • 25min
King Zhuanxu and Ancient Shamanism
Exploring the mythical power struggle of King Zhuanxu against Gong Gong, resulting in a mountain breaking and a flood. Delving into Dran Shu's governance, expansion of Chinese territory, and creation of the ancient Chinese calendar. Examining the shift from shamanistic priesthood to intellectual debate during the rise of Chinese philosophy. Debating the longevity of Chinese rulers and the impact of lifestyle changes on human lifespan.
Apr 18, 2024 • 21min
Shi Jingtang, the Man Who Gave Away the Great Wall
Continuing our series on the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms: the founder of the Latter Jin Dynasty, Shi Jingtang.Support the show
Apr 11, 2024 • 30min
"Troubled Empire": A Book Review
On "The Troubled Empire: China in the Yuan and Ming Dynasties," by Professor Timothy Brook, of the imperial China series by Harvard University Press.Support the show
Apr 4, 2024 • 29min
Investiture of the Gods
On the great Ming Dynasty fantasy-historical novel, "Investiture of the Gods."Support the show
Mar 28, 2024 • 23min
The Bamboo Annals
In 281 A.D., a tomb raider discovered a lost ancient text, which came to be known as the "Bamboo Annals." It had an explosive effect on the understanding of the Chinese of their own history...Support the show
Mar 21, 2024 • 17min
Li Siyuan
Continuing with the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms: the story of Li Siyuan, emperor of the Latter Tang.Support the show
Mar 14, 2024 • 26min
Hao Bocun
The story of General Hao Bocun.Support the show
Mar 7, 2024 • 25min
Li Keyong and Li Cunxu
Li Keyong and Li Cunxu, father and son, were responsible for building the second of the Five Dynasties.Support the show
