The Master of Demon Gorge: A Chinese History Podcast
Stories from ancient China, and whatever else comes to mind.
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Nov 28, 2024 • 24min
Baopuzi: The Path to Immortality
About the Jin Dynasty alchemist and author Ge Hong and the text he left us, Baopuzi, which teaches us the way to immortality.Support the show
Nov 21, 2024 • 22min
Zilu, the Warrior Confucian
About one of the most famous disciples of Confucius, the man of action ZiluSupport the show
Nov 14, 2024 • 17min
Wang Bo and the Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng
Regarding the Tang Dynasty writer and his most famous essay.Support the show
Nov 7, 2024 • 19min
Xu Xiake, Traveler
The greatest travel writer in Chinese tradition, the late-Ming figure Xu Xiake.Support the show
Oct 31, 2024 • 21min
Guan Hanqing and the Story of Dou E
Regarding the great Yuan Dynasty playwright and his most famous play.Support the show
Oct 24, 2024 • 20min
Du You and Du Mu, Grandpa and Grandson
Regarding the historian of institutions Du You and his grandson, the poet Du Mu.Support the show
Oct 17, 2024 • 23min
The Cat, the Prince, and the Empress: Empress Liu of Song
The legend of "a dead cat for a prince" and the true story of the career of Empress Dowager Liu of the Song Dynasty.Support the show
Oct 10, 2024 • 19min
Zhu Xi: the Neo-Confucian
On the great Song Dynasty philosopher who redefined Confucian thought.Support the show
Oct 3, 2024 • 19min
Zhang Xuecheng, Historian
Regarding the major Qing Dynasty historian Zhang Xuecheng (1738-1801).Support the show
Sep 26, 2024 • 20min
Robber Zhi from Zhuangzi
Explore the provocative ideas of Zhuangzi as they challenge Confucian ideals through the lens of a notorious criminal. Delve into the life of Liu Xiaohui and the rich tapestry of historical figures in ancient China. Witness the intense clash between Confucius and the general Robert Zhi, where moral philosophy collides with raw power. Experience a fictional dialogue that scrutinizes the depths of Confucian morality, revealing that even those with questionable ethics possess their own moral reasoning.
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