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Empire: World History

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British Empire
Gaza
Mughal Empire
India
East India Company
Ireland
China
Cold War
Soviet Union
Bronze Age Collapse
The Great Famine
Suez Crisis
Israel
World War II
United States
Rudyard Kipling
Piracy
George Orwell
Vietnam War
Colonialism

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... more

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Her image has been reproduced by countless artists in recent years, but who was the real Nefertiti? How did she become a pharaoh in her own ri... more

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Why did Akhenaten’s name get struck from the historical record after his death? Why did he build a new city in the sparse desert? Who ruled af... more

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Why did Egyptian priests wear animal masks? Who was the goddess of hangovers? And how did the Pharaoh, Akhenaten, destroy the many Egyptian ... more

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How did the relationship between Nehru and Edwina Mountbatten tangibly change the course of Partition? What were the parting words that Ne... more

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Louis Theroux
Documentary filmmaker focusing on social and political themes
BBC / Netflix (The Settlers, The Ultra Zionist; Inside the Manosphere)
Episode: 361. Louis Theroux On The Settlers, The Manosphere, & Tribalism
Michael Bass
Anthropologist and author, senior research fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology
Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology
Episode: 360. Spice Wars: The Battle of the East India Companies (Ep 3)
Herold van der Linde
Guest with finance/Asia experience and deep history of the VOC
HSBC (Asia/finance)
Episode: 358. Spice Wars: The Rise of the Dutch East India Company (Ep 1)
Raja Shehadeh
Palestinian writer and founder of Al-Haq, an influential Palestinian human rights organization.
Al-Haq
Episode: What Is Life Like For Palestinians Under Occupation?
Jung Chang
Author of Wild Swans; historian providing eyewitness accounts of the Cultural Revolution
Author
Episode: Jung Chang On Life Under Mao & Being Banned From China
Eugene Rogan
Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History, Fellow of St. Antony's College, Oxford
Oxford University / The Arabs author
Episode: 346. From Suez To The Palestinian Liberation Organisation (Part 1)
Rana Mitter
Historian and China expert
Harvard University (mentioned)
Episode: 345. Chairman Mao: The Cultural Revolution (Ep 6)
Christiane Amanpour
CNN anchor, host of the X-Files podcast
CNN
Episode: Christiane Amanpour On Iran & Trump’s Miscalculations
Eric Cline
Professor and Author specializing in the Bronze Age collapse
George Washington University
Episode: 335. Bronze Age Apocalypse: Solving The Mystery of The Collapse (Ep 4)

Hosts

William Dalrymple
Host of Empire: World History, historian and author with a focus on imperial history
Anita Anand
Host and historian, co-host with a strong emphasis on world history and imperial contexts

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 15.8k ratings
  • Outstanding

    I love this podcast and the wide spectrum of topics it covers. Great job guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bernardofromboulder
    United Statesa month ago
  • Leftist Garbage

    These two are insufferable and are certainly anti-West. They should set up shop in Gaza or Tehran

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    aldy1240
    United Statesa month ago
  • Do you even know who Bolívar was?

    I am very disappointed about your Bolívar series.

    I have found it to be a gross oversimplification of the history of Latin America.

    It is a stark contrast between the Bolívar and the Mao series, to name just one other example where you have painted a far more complex picture than the one you are haphazardly painting now.

    You haven’t even made an effort to pronounce the man’s name correctly! Seriously!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MMD 99
    Mexicoa month ago
  • Anti Israel

    I love this podcast, especially the series on the Mughuls. I don’t usually write reviews but have to say this has become so so anti-Israel. Totally one sided.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    48heartland48
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Consistently excellent

    Has depth, great interest, excellent participants and hosts who keep the show moving along.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JH@B
    Australiaa month ago

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A few reviews criticize perceived bias or interruptions, but overall praise the show's depth and storytelling.

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362. Ancient Egypt: Great Kings of The Bronze Age (Ep 1)
Q: What exactly did Akhenaten change about religion and governance, and why does it matter for understanding the period?
Akhenaten centralized religious power around the Aten, closing temples and reconfiguring the state to control economy, religion, and diplomacy, which transformed Egypt's internal governance and its external relations, revealing a calculated, strategic approach behind a dramatic shift rather than a purely spiritual revolution.
362. Ancient Egypt: Great Kings of The Bronze Age (Ep 1)
Q: Tell us about Amenhotep III and how his reign shaped Egypt before the revolution.
Amenhotep III was a consummate diplomat and ruler who unified a broad network of marriages, alliances, and cultural exchange, strengthening Egypt's foreign reach and solidifying Egypt's status as a major hub of wealth and power before Akhenaten redefined the religion and foreign policy.
361. Louis Theroux On The Settlers, The Manosphere, & Tribalism
Q: Final question: who would you most like to interview that hasn't been easy to secure?
Theroux expresses interest in high-profile tech and AI figures like Peter Thiel and Demis Hassabis, signaling a desire to juxtapose political extremism with other powerful global narratives.
361. Louis Theroux On The Settlers, The Manosphere, & Tribalism
Q: Louis, why did Daniella Weiss say yes to you for interviews despite criticisms of bias?
Theroux suggests it's a mix of believing in the importance of engaging with controversial figures and the belief that balanced exposure can reveal truth, even if the subject challenges him; the interaction is provocative and reveals the subject's conviction.
358. Spice Wars: The Rise of the Dutch East India Company (Ep 1)
Q: Give us a picture of the Portuguese Empire that they are beginning to infringe on.
The Portuguese Empire in Goa was the epicenter of naval spice trade and knowledge, a cosmopolitan hub where Dutch traders copied maps and navigational details, and where Jan van Linschoten gathered crucial information to challenge Portuguese access to Asian markets.

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A rigorous history-focused conversation that spans ancient empires to modern power structures, featuring deep dives with scholars and historians. Episodes frequently center on imperial politics, statecraft, and the cultural, economic, and diplomatic dynamics that shaped major civilizations. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on archival context, interwoven narrative storytelling, and incisive guest expertise that propels nuanced debates about leadership, colonization, and empire-building. The show often pairs seasoned hosts with subject-m matter guests to unpack complex historical episodes, offering listeners valuable context for understanding today's geopolitical landscape through the lens of past empires.

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2. Michael Bass
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