The Master of Demon Gorge: A Chinese History Podcast
William Han
Stories from ancient China, and whatever else comes to mind.
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Jul 3, 2025 • 21min
The White Lotus Sect
Explore the fascinating journey of a blood-drenched religious movement in Chinese history. Discover the White Lotus Sect's Buddhist roots and its profound impact on culture and politics. Learn how this sect influenced various uprisings and remains a symbol of resistance against authority. Delve into its evolution and significance as a force in both historical and contemporary contexts!
Jun 26, 2025 • 21min
Wellington Koo, Diplomat
The story of one of Republican China's greatest diplomats.Support the show
Jun 19, 2025 • 20min
Chen Youliang and the Battle of Poyang Lake
Regarding the late-Yuan era rebel leader and the greatest naval battle in medieval Chinese history.Support the show
Jun 12, 2025 • 21min
Shangguan Wan'er: "Prime Minister in Women's Clothing"
The story of a remarkable Tang Dynasty woman.Support the show
Jun 5, 2025 • 22min
The Panthay Rebellion
The 19th century Muslim revolt in Yunnan.Support the show
May 29, 2025 • 23min
Li Ling, Tragic Hero
The tragic tale of the Han Dynasty general Li Ling.Support the show
May 22, 2025 • 27min
The Nestorian Stele
In 635 A.D., a Syriac bishop arrived in the Chinese capital, Chang'an. This is the story of the stele they put up to commemorate that event...Support the show
May 15, 2025 • 18min
Li He, the Ghost of Poetry
Li He, one of the most unusual poets of the Tang era, who also gave us the expression: "to answer the summons to the jade pavilion."Support the show
May 8, 2025 • 20min
The Latter Ruler Li
Li Yu, the last ruler of the Kingdom of Southern Tang, who also happened to be one of the greatest poets in Chinese literature.Support the show
May 1, 2025 • 22min
Liu Shipei
Regarding the man who came up with the calendar of the Yellow Emperor.Support the show
