
Since 2010, The China History Podcast, presented by Laszlo Montgomery, has brought you hundreds of episodes of curated historical topics from China's antiquity to modern times.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 465 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

As we begin Part 10 of this Pangu to Puyi series, the Tang Dynasty is gone, China is divided, and another age of warlords is underway. Out of the turmoil, the Song will build a dynasty celebrated for its scholarship, prosperity, and cultural brillian... more
From the triumph of Wu Zetian to the splendor of Xuanzong’s court, the Tang reached extraordinary heights. How did it all come undone?
In Part 9 of From Pangu to Puyi, we continue the story from China’s only female emperor through the Tang’s golden ... more
Tang China’s borders are expanding, its capital is welcoming the world, and behind the palace walls, Wu Zetian is making her move.
In Part 8 of From Pangu to Puyi, we follow the Tang from the reign of Taizong into the age of Gaozong and the extraord... more
How does a dynasty that reunified China fall apart so quickly—and leave the foundations for a golden age?
In Part 7 of this Pangu to Puyi overview, we’ll follow the fall of the Sui and the rise of the Tang. We explore the Grand Canal and Emperor Yan... more
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I often listen to this show on flights across the Pacific Ocean! What a great way to learn about the history of China and about all things Chinese. Highly recommend.
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I stumbled upon CHP, no particular interest in China until I started listening. I’ve listened to dozens of episodes now. I find them entertaining and informative and filling a big hole I didn’t even know I had. Thanks Laszlow!
Nauseating sinophobic propaganda.
Laszlo brings an engaging narrative that has launched my understanding of the sterile-bastardized western textbook understanding of Chinese history to a level that has interjected a joy for poetry, philosophy and history into my 9th grade class. Thank you!!!
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A historically focused show that covers Chinese history from antiquity to modern times with deep-dive narratives, archival context, and cultural threads. Episodes frequently explore influential figures, pivotal events, and long-running themes such as empire, cross-cultural exchange, and political change, often weaving in literary and philosophical angles to illuminate complex periods. The host aims for thorough research presented in an engaging, accessible storytelling style, with occasional series revivals, audience-driven premium content, and a willingness to tackle both well-known and offbeat topics. Noteworthy is the blend of rigorous history with personal storytelling, plus a willingness to revisit early material and expand into multi-... more
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