History of the World podcast

HUMAN ANCESTORS (2) - We pick up from our last magazine episode and track the story of human ancestry from the emergence of the neanderthals and the first Homo sapiens, through to the events that left Homo sapiens as the last species on earth. We look at the earliest innovations of art and how humans adapted to the varying global climates.

Learn about the origins of Chinese civilization, the geopolitical situation of Tang China, the power and influence of Wu Zhi Tian, the rise and rebellion of Anne Lu Shan, and the rise and fall of Zhu Wen, leading to the downfall of the Tang dynasty.

A discussion on the source material used for the Tang Dynasty episode, plus a brief look at what's ahead in 2024, plus some information about the challenges of writing chronological medieval history and pronouncing words in different languages that you have no knowledge of.

HUMAN ANCESTORS (1) - In this episode we will be going right back to the very beginning, looking into the first upright walkers, then the australopithecines, homo habilis, homo erectus, hand tool construction, fire production and homo heidelbergensis.

In this episode, the podcast explores the period following the Three Kingdoms, discussing Korea's unification, outside influences, and positive cultural reforms. It also covers geopolitical and cultural developments, the administration of ancient Korea, resistance against the Mongol invasion, and the medieval period.

UNLIKELY VICTORIES (2) - In this edition of the magazine we look back at some of history's victories in battle against the odds. Clontarf (1014), Legnano (1176), Rio Salado (1340) and Agincourt (1415).

Explore the history and significance of the Three Kingdoms of Korea, their conflicts, alliances, and military strategies. Discover the cultural influence of Han societies in the south and the connections between Korean mythology and reality. Listeners express their appreciation for the podcast and inquire about making contributions.

UNLIKELY VICTORIES (1) - In this edition of the magazine we look back at some of history's victories in battle against the odds. Salamis (480BCE), Zela (47BCE) and Edington (878)

1333 - 1573 - We march forward in our Japanese story from the collapse of the Kamakura Shogunate as we recognise the rise of a new shogunate which would see challenges to its authority consistently throughout its tenure.

This week's journey back in time will take us to the iconic Crusader Battle of Arsuf, the apogees of the Umayyad Caliphate and the Roman Empire and to the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge.