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Artwork for Empire: World History

Empire: World History

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

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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What lessons have been learned from Occupation? How did Hezbollah emerge in the wake of the Iranian Revolution and the Israeli invasion of Lebanon? How did Hezbollah evolve from 1982 to 2023?

In the final episode in the series on the Arab-Israeli Co... more

Is the current invasion of Lebanon a direct ancestor of the 1982 Israeli invasion? How did broken American promises lead to the tragedies of the Sabra and Shatila massacres? Who was Ariel Sharon and why did he spearhead attacks on Beirut?

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In November 1977, Egyptian President Sadat shocked the entire Arab world by boarding a flight to Israel. After refusing to acknowledge its existence, Egypt was seeking... more

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How did the oil crisis totally transform the wealth of the Gulf states and alter the power balance of the Middle East? Who was Egypt’s underrated president, Sadat? How... more

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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?
Eugene Rogan
Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History at Oxford University
University of Oxford
Episode: 349. Occupation of The West Bank (Part 4)
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
Christiane Amanpour
CNN anchor, host of the X-Files podcast
CNN
Episode: Christiane Amanpour On Iran & Trump’s Miscalculations
Rana Mitter
Historian, Harvard Kennedy School
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: 340. Chairman Mao: World War II, Japanese Invasion, & Massacre in Nanjing (Ep 3)
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)
Simon Goldhill
Professor in Greek literature and culture at King's College Cambridge
King's College, Cambridge
Episode: 334. Bronze Age Apocalypse: Did Homer Write History? (Ep 3)
Stephen Fry
Author of books on Greek myths, the Iliad, and the Odyssey, as well as a prominent figure in comedy and film.
Episode: 333. Bronze Age Apocalypse: The Fall of Troy with Stephen Fry (Ep 2)
Professor Josephine Quinn
Professor of ancient history at Cambridge University
Cambridge University
Episode: 332. Bronze Age Apocalypse: Before The Collapse (Ep 1)

Hosts

Anita Anand
Host of Empire and Empire: World History series; frequent cohost, with focus on historical analysis and narrative.
William Dalrymple
Co-host and primary guide through discussions; known for historical breadth and engaging storytelling.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 15.6k ratings
  • This podcast never fails to propagate imperialists talking points. In every conflict they discuss, they connivingly

    host a pro-imperialist "native" and never fact check their misleading information. Shame.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    phoenix
    a month ago
  • Best history podcast. Great presenters and even greater guests.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Touho
    a month ago
  • Difficult listen

    Love this podcast and the presenters. However its guest presenters determine whether I listen or not. Although all are experts their delivery can prove very difficult. Both Caroline Elkins and Rana Mitter speak far, far too quickly and I gave up in the second episodes. Can you tell your guests to slow down if possible please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benarchie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • A fantastic podcast with a collection of guests so fanstastic their input overides the constant distractions from Anita Anand. While I have deep sympathy for anyone unable to work due to illness it's impossible not to note the best episode of the Bronze Age Collapse was when she was off sick. This a specialist series and if it must have two presenters perhaps the producers could hire a historian as the other talking head. Though Dalrymple does an excellent job on his own and it's not needed

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    5
    Tamerlanebangkok
    a month ago
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    Mao

    Very interesting as always but seemed a bit biased.More banter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdoma month ago

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The hosts' chemistry and deep knowledge make history engaging and entertaining.
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Guests bring substantial expertise, enriching the discussions.

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348. How 1967 Changed The Middle East Forever (Part 3)
Q: Paint them a portrait of Yitzhak Rabin and Moshe Dayan and their roles in 1948 and 1967.
Rabin and Dayan exemplified Israel's reliance on strong military leadership, transitioning from military roles to civilian leadership, with Dayan's decision-making in 1967 shaping the occupation and Rabin's career illustrating the military-to-political arc that defined Israeli statehood.
349. Occupation of The West Bank (Part 4)
Q: How did the news about Palestinian resistance and the Karameh victory spread across the Arab world?
Arab television and print media rapidly framed Karameh as a Palestinian victory, turning Yasser Arafat into a pan-Arab symbol and fueling recruitment and sympathy across the region.
347. The Six Day War (Part 2)
Q: Does he do it knowing how weak the position is of the Arabs, or does he do it thinking, actually we've got a chance?
Hussein's decision to join the conflict is framed as a risky calculation to secure his throne and align with a broader Arab effort, even as the Arab military position looks vulnerable, indicating a strategic gamble rather than certainty of success.
347. The Six Day War (Part 2)
Q: So where shall we even begin? First of all, thank you and welcome back. Take us to the morning of June the 5th, 1967, because from the Arab perspective, what exactly is happening, particularly, in the Egyptian air bases, first thing in the morning, because that's really interesting.
The Arab world is caught off guard as Israeli jets strike the Egyptian air bases at dawn, exploiting surprise and superior air maneuvering, which leads to a catastrophic early setback for Egypt and shifts the balance of the war in Israel's favor from the opening moments.
Jung Chang On Life Under Mao & Being Banned From China
Q: How did access to Western literature influence your view of the world during isolation?
The limited books I read—like Nixon's Six Crises and The Winds of War—opened windows to a wider world, shaping my understanding of geopolitics and history beyond China's borders.

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What is Empire: World History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A globe-spanning history show hosted by two established historians who push deep-dives into empires, revolutions, and long arcs of power. Episodes mix scholarly context with vivid storytelling, bringing on a rotating lineup of top historians, archaeologists, and regional experts to unpack the rise and fall of civilizations, from ancient to more recent eras. The format leans into nuanced analysis, lively banter, and connections to today's world, with a paid membership pathway offering early access, ad-free listening, and live-event perks. This combination of rigorous research and accessible narration has helped the program attract a dedicated, well-educated audience of history enthusiasts, students, and professionals.

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8. Stephen Fry

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