The Timur Podcast

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S1Ep13: Timur's First Grasp for Power Jun 17, 2020

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Although he will one day rule the world, Timur's early story is full of humiliation. This is the story of his first defeat. Introduction by David of the History of Spain Podcast (https://thehistoryofspain.com/). Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep12: Qazaghan today, Tamerlane tomorrow May 14, 2020

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The historical stage is set. Timur is here. And my neighbors are unusually loud. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep11: The Birth of Timur Apr 10, 2020

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April 9th marks the traditionally accepted anniversary of Timur's birth on April 9th, 1336. In this episode we talk about the state of Transoxiana upon the birth of Timur. This is where it all begins. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep10: A Quick Review Mar 19, 2020

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Before we dive into the birth of Timur, it might be nice to quickly review the historical background and political context. This episode is just that - a hasty, simplified review of what we've covered. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep9: Khanate #4: The Chagatai Khanate Mar 06, 2020

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Today we look at the 4th and final Khanate. This is the last introductory episode. Next week... Timur. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep8: The Black Death Feb 28, 2020

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Everything comes screeching to a halt as an unprecedented amount of death overtakes the world. In today's episode we briefly examine the Black Death and it's impact on both Europe and the Islamic World. Next week we will continue with our investigation of the Khanates. After that, a boy will be born in Transoxiana. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep7: Khanate #3: The Ilkhanate Feb 14, 2020

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In this episode, we take a look at the shortest lived but nevertheless important Khanate: The Ilkhanate. Also James gets off topic quite a bit and his neighbors are noisy as ever. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep6: Khanate #2: The Golden Horde Jan 14, 2020

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The coolest named Khanate, pesky Rus boyars, and wow more dysfunction from Genghis' offspring... All in today's episode! If you're interested in more Golden Horde history, particularly from the Rus point of view, check out The Russian History Podcast at therussianhistorypodcast.podbean.com. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep5: Temur Khan and Khanate #1: The Yuan Dynasty Jan 06, 2020

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In this episode, we cover the reign of the 6th and (maybe) last Great Khan of the Mongol Empire. Then we look at the fate of the Yuan Dynasty from the death of Temur to the late 1300s. Also Tchaikovsky makes an appearance. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S1Ep4: Breaking the Rules Dec 20, 2019

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James records in his apartment, his neighbors make a ton of noise, and the Mongol Empire breaks apart. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

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