The rise and fall of empires and the events that shaped world history. William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the intricate stories of revolutions, imperial wars, and the people who built and lost empires. From the British Empire to the Ottomans to Ancient India, history is shaped by power struggles and territorial conquests. How does it continue to affect the world today? Empire Club: Become a member of the Empire Club to receive early access to miniseries, ad-free listening, early access to live show tickets, bonus episodes, book discounts, and access to our members’ chatroom on Discord! Head to empirepoduk.com to sign up. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
In this episode of Empire, hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple, along with guest Professor Lloyd Lewellyn-Jones, delve into the evolving stories and traditions surrounding the Magi, or Three Wise Men, exploring how different cultures and historical periods have shaped their identities and roles in the Nativity stor...
In this episode of the "Empire" podcast, hosts Anita Arnon and William Dalrymple, joined by Professor Lloyd Lewellyn-Jones, delve into the history and significance of the Magi, also known as the Three Wise Men, from the Gospel of Matthew. They discuss the Persian influence on the story, the role of the Magi as Zoroastr...
In this episode of Empire, hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dribble delve into the artistic and architectural achievements during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar, focusing on how his dyslexia and visual thinking shaped his patronage of the arts. They discuss Akbar's unique approach to gemstones, the establishment of the...
In this episode of Empire, Anita Arnon and William Durham delve into the reign of Akbar, the Mughal Emperor, focusing on his pluralistic policies and administrative reforms. They discuss the folklore surrounding Akbar and his wise minister Birbal, highlighting Akbar's unique approach to religious tolerance, including h...
In this episode of Empire, Anita Anand and William Dalrymple discuss Akbar the Great, a Mughal ruler known for his pluralism and tolerance. They highlight his improbable rise to power, from being born into a fugitive family to becoming one of the greatest emperors, ruling over a vast territory including most of India, ...
In this episode of Empire, William Dalrymple and Afua Hirsch delve into the life of Humayun, focusing on his exile, personal life, and eventual return to power. They discuss his love for poetry, his relationship with his wife, and his reliance on his library. The discussion covers Humayun's interactions with his treach...
In this episode of Empire, Anita Arnon and William Dribble delve into the reign of Humayun, the second Mughal emperor, following the death of his father, Babur. They discuss Babur's last advice to Humayun regarding his brothers and how Humayun's forgiving nature becomes a crucial flaw in his rule. They explore Humayun'...
In the third episode of their series on Babur, Anita and William discuss Babur's mixed feelings about India after conquering Delhi and Agra, his acquisition of a famous diamond possibly the Koh-i-Noor, and his disdain for the local culture and climate. Despite his negativity, Babur establishes the first Mughal garden i...
In this episode of the "Empire" podcast, hosts Afua Hirsch and William discuss Babur's life, picking up from their last episode. William recounts his recent travels in India and Malaysia, while Afua shares her experience at the House of Lords. They delve into Babur's journey from a refugee to capturing Kabul and reesta...
In this episode of "Empire," co-hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple delve into the life of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, coinciding with an exhibition at the Victorian Albert Museum. They discuss Babur's autobiography, the Babur Nama, highlighting his complex character as both an invader and a cultured i...
In this episode of Empire, Anita Arnon and William Drumple delve into the history and cultural impact of pirates, focusing on the Scottish roots of famous pirate stories and characters. They discuss J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, exploring the origins of the name Wendy, the inspiration behind Captain Hook, and the tragic rea...
In this episode of "Empire," Anita and William delve into the world of fictional pirates, contrasting them with the real-life figures they've discussed in previous episodes. They begin by exploring the origins of Long John Silver from "Treasure Island," tracing Robert Louis Stevenson's inspiration back to his childhood...
In this episode of the "Empire" podcast, co-hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple interview Yasmin Khan, author of "The Raj at War," to discuss the Indian Army's contributions during World War I and World War II. The conversation explores the complex motivations of Indian soldiers, the political landscape in India le...
In this episode of "Empire," William Dalrymple and Afua Hirsch continue their discussion on the pirate Henry Avery, focusing on his attack on the Mughal ship Ganj-i-Sawai. They detail the ship's immense wealth and the presence of Aurangzeb's family members on board, highlighting the devastating consequences of the pira...
This episode explores the life and exploits of Henry Avery, a notorious pirate also known as Long Ben, unraveling the complexities of his persona and the romanticized image of pirates in popular culture. Against the backdrop of the Nine Years' War and the burgeoning Atlantic slave trade, Avery's journey from a Royal N...
This episode explores the life and controversial legacy of Captain William Kidd, examining whether he was a victim of circumstance or a willful pirate. Against the backdrop of his commission as a privateer, the hosts debate Kidd's actions, with one arguing he was driven to piracy by a series of misfortunes and the pre...
This episode explores the life and legacy of William Kidd, examining whether he was truly a pirate or a victim of political machinations. Against the backdrop of 17th-century maritime history, the hosts delve into Kidd's early life, marked by poverty and war, and his subsequent rise as a successful privateer. More sig...
This episode explores the life and legend of Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard, the infamous pirate of the 17th and 18th centuries. Against the backdrop of the golden age of piracy, the discussion details Blackbeard's rise to power, focusing on his strategic alliances, his shift from relatively benevolent piracy...
This episode explores the history of piracy, focusing on the real-life figure of Blackbeard (Edward Thatch). The discussion begins with a broad overview of piracy's evolution from ancient times to the early modern period, highlighting the ambiguous line between privateering and outright piracy, particularly involving ...
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