Podcast · 218 episodes
Empire: World History, page 7
by Goalhanger · English
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.
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265. Danish Greenland: Eradicating Inuit Culture (Ep 3)Exploration of Danish colonialism in Greenland and its impacts on Inuit culture.18 Jun 2025 · 41 min
264. Viking Greenland: Mysteries of the Lost Norse Settlers (Ep 2)In this episode, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve deeper into the history of Viking settlers in Greenland, examining their interactions with the Inuit, the last records of Norse…16 Jun 2025 · 40 min
Murder in the Congo, The Cuban Missile Crisis, & India in the UN (EXTRACT)In this special bonus episode, William Dalrymple and Anita Anand engage with Thant Myint-U, author of *Peacekeeper: U Thant, The United Nations and the Untold Story of the 1960s*.15 Jun 2025 · 22 min
262. Berlin Blockade: Airlift Across The Iron Curtain (Ep 2)262. Berlin Blockade: Airlift Across The Iron Curtain (Ep 2)9 Jun 2025 · 40 min
261. Race To Berlin 1945: A Devastated City Divided (Ep 1)In this episode, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the aftermath of World War II in Berlin, focusing on the city’s division and devastation post-war.4 Jun 2025 · 58 min
260. Yalta: Signing Away The Fate of The World (Ep 5)In this episode of "Empire," hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve into the concluding discussions of the Yalta Conference, focusing on the pivotal agreements made by the Big Three: Joseph…2 Jun 2025 · 54 min
257. Churchill, FDR, & Mind Games at Yalta (Ep 2)William Dalrymple & Anita Anand21 May 2025 · 42 min
256. Stalin & 8 Days That Changed The World (Ep 1)In this first episode of a new series, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the pivotal moments of the Yalta Conference in 1945, which dramatically reshaped global politics following World…19 May 2025 · 38 min
255. Victorian Narcos: From Opium To Fentanyl (Ep 9)Stephen R. Platt, author of _Imperial Twilight_14 May 2025 · 48 min
254. Victorian Narcos: Fire Monkeys, Iron Gunships, & Peasant Warfare (Ep 8)In this episode, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve into the complexities of the First Opium War between Britain and China.12 May 2025 · 51 min
253. Victorian Narcos: Drug Dealers Lead Britain to War (Ep 7)In this episode, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand discuss the pivotal role of opium traders in persuading the British government to wage war against China, leading to the First Opium War.7 May 2025 · 43 min
252. Victorian Narcos: Selling Drugs To The Queen (Ep 6)In this episode of the podcast "Empire," hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve into the complexities of the Opium Crisis in China during the Victorian era.5 May 2025 · 51 min
251. Victorian Narcos: Flooding China With Indian Opium (Ep 5)In this episode of the *Empire* podcast, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve into the opium trade's historical context during the 1830s, focusing on the key figures William Jardine and…30 Apr 2025 · 55 min
250. Victorian Narcos: Banished From Beijing (Ep 4)In this episode, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand delve into the failed Macartney Mission of 1793, which aimed to establish diplomatic relations between Great Britain and Imperial China.28 Apr 2025 · 34 min
249. Victorian Narcos: Doomed Envoy to China (Ep 3)In this episode of *Empire*, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand continue their exploration of the British envoy to China, which serves as a precursor to the Opium Wars.23 Apr 2025 · 37 min
248. Victorian Narcos: Sex, Drugs, & The Opium Agency (Ep 2)Exploring the rise and fall of empires through the stories of revolutions, imperial wars, and influential figures.21 Apr 2025 · 44 min
245. Inside The Good Friday Agreement with Alastair Campbell245. Inside The Good Friday Agreement with Alastair Campbell9 Apr 2025 · 55 min
244. The Troubles: IRA Secrets Exposed (Ep 4)William Dalrymple & Anita Anand7 Apr 2025 · 47 min
243. The Troubles: London Bombings, Hunger Strikes, & The Graveside Grenade (Ep 3)In this episode of Empire, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand are joined by author Patrick Radden Keefe to discuss critical events during The Troubles in Northern Ireland, particularly focusing…2 Apr 2025 · 54 min
242. The Troubles: Bloody Sunday & The British Army in Belfast (Ep 2)In this second episode of the series on The Troubles, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand, along with author Patrick Radden Keefe, delve deeper into the tumultuous events in Northern Ireland…31 Mar 2025 · 39 min
240. Ireland’s Fight For Freedom: The Irish Civil War (Ep 3)In this final episode of the trilogy on the Irish Civil War, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand, along with historian Diarmaid Ferriter, discuss the aftermath of the Anglo-Irish Treaty and the…25 Mar 2025 · 1 h 2 min
239. Ireland’s Fight For Freedom: The Rise of The IRA (Ep 2)In this episode of the Empire podcast, hosts William Dalrymple and Anita Anand are joined by historian Diarmaid Ferriter to explore the complex events following the Easter Rising of 1916 in Ireland.20 Mar 2025 · 1 h
238. Ireland’s Fight For Freedom: The Easter Rising (Ep 1)The Irish Easter Rising of 191618 Mar 2025 · 55 min
237. The Great Famine: The Irish Exodus to America (Ep 2)This episode explores the lasting impact of the Great Famine on Ireland and the Irish diaspora in America, Canada, and the UK.13 Mar 2025 · 44 min