The Han is finally ending, once and for all. And with that, I have told the story I set out to tell
After literally years, we have reached the penultimate episode for the Han Dynasty. The yellow turban rebellion is here, and with it, the end of the Han. Things are not as simple as they may seem, though, and what truly brings it all down is what we have spent the last 10 episodes dealing with. The Han dug a grave, but finally...they are laying in it
Rome meets China (officially), and the Eunuchs take over. That's one heck of a sentence, but the people have finally had enough. It seems they (rightfully) have decided the emperor has lost the Mandate of Heaven
Like Darth Vader finally being put into his suit, Liang Ji has reached his final form. His scheming worked, and it was continuing to work...all at the expense of honest government. Will he be stopped? Can he be stopped?Be sure to rate the show 5 stars and give it a follow!www.DormRoomHistory.com/thehistoryofchina
Happy Holidays to all, but it won't be happy if you are in Liang J's way. One of the best villains we have seen so far is here. All that, and more
The show is back! For a long time, mind you - something the Eastern Han can't say...
An Emperor named An, and one who is remembered for corruption and vice at that. Oh, and the guy that invented paper is back. Listen now for all that, and more.
Emperor He is a nice guy...that's great and all, but does that make him a competent head of state? No, no it does not. But also, Gan Ying ends up in Parthia and learns about Da Qin. Da Qin? Oh, that is what the Han called Rome.
Somethings things slip away without you realizing, and that is what is happening here to the Eastern Han. But it is not all bad, buckle up as we deal with a Godfather style takeover, meet the man behind the "Book of Han", and oh yah, Rome.
The foundation was laid, now it is time to reap those rewards. But when times are good, court dramas come back...oh, and the person who invents paper shows up. All that and more on this episode. Listen now!
On today's intro we dive into the early story of Buddhism and its early practices/beliefs, oh, and the end of Emperor Ming.
Buddhism is here...sort of. And Emperor Ming does not take kindly to people hiring warlocks to curse him.
Thank you to all of you who have listened and made the show what it is. So, without further delay, the 50th episode special!
Unification is more or less set, thus Emperor Guangwu must embark on a new challenge: actually governing. In this episode, we explore the continued genius of Emperor Guangwu (formally Liu Xiu) as he navigates these sensitive times.
On part two of our two part story, we reach the moment of the Eastern Han's creation. A story of absolute tactical and political brilliance (and so much more), buckle up for what is to come. All that, and more.
In part one of this two part story, we dive into the wild game of thrones that erupts with the fall of Wang Mang. It's one of the best stories in a while, so buckle up.
Chinese New Year Special! Listen to learn some basics about the Chinese New Year and Spring Festival, from the history, the myths, and the modern times.Listen now!
No, not an episode about beauty trends. Instead, policy issues coupled with catastrophic natural disasters create an untenable situation for the peasant farms of the Han...I mean new Xin Dynasty (created by Wang Mang). Enter the Red Eyebrows amongst other rebel bandit groups forced into a decentralized situation as they stumble into the position of bringing down the Xin Dynasty of Wang Mang as fast as it came about. All that, and more, on this week's episode.
We finally reached an epoch shifting moment. There is a lot, so buckle up....
Before the Han Dynasty gets thrown into the tornado of problems described last episode, let's dive into a Dynasty-Wide check in. Money, policy, technology, and of course, a conspiracy so wild you won't want to miss it....even if it is doubtful at best.
The court dramas of the last few episodes are coming to an end. Emperor Yuan leaves his Emperor Cheng Arrives. You thought Henry VIII had a tough time making heirs? Oh my....you never heard of emperor Cheng...All that and more.
Want political drama? This episode is for you. Political factions fight for influence, all while the Xiongnu are made "Son-in-Law of Han". All that and More
No, that's not a garage rock band title. Emperor Xuan was faced with the rumors that Huo Guang's wife had actually been behind his Empress's death. We dive into that, another conspiracy, and the rest of Emperor Xuan's reign.
Emperor Xuan is finally emperor. But he knows a good thing when he sees it, and opts to keep Huo Guang on....but Huo Guang can't do 2 things. 1) He cannot live forever 2) He cannot actually control anyone not named "Huo Guang". This is his illustrious final chapter. All that and more.
Huo Guang shows himself to be one of the most important non-Emperors in the Han government to date. Emperor Zhao won't be here for a long time, or even a good time for that matter. A controversial incident gives us something to ponder, a new emperor is so bad unprecedented actions are required..all that and more on this week's episode.
Emperor Wu is gone and now his 8 year old son must become Emperor Zhao. But like all child emperors, a regent runs the government for him. This episode dives into the complex court drama that revolved around the regents and those around the young emperor. All that and more on this episode.
With Emperor Wu and Sima Qian both gone, this episode dives into the prolific historian himself. Furthermore, we put Buddhism on our radar and end with a look into the beginnings of standardized testing. All that and more on this week's episode.
We finally reach the end of Emperor Wu's historic and historically long reign. More conquests, more policy questions, revolts, and....a big witch hunt - literally. All that and more on this week's episode!
This episode sees the Han Supernova....rapid expansion at never before seen rates. Also, we cover in any missing pieces that happened during, just before, and after the Han-Xiongnu War.
So, this is an unnumbered episode, a treat if you will. After finishing up the main part of the Han - Xiongnu War, what better way to cram a special episode than now. The Huns.
