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Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments

An educational resource leading listeners through important milestones in history and providing a greater understanding of civilizations. Topics are tailored to the needs of IB high school students, teachers, and life-long learners.

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51:35

East India Company Part IV: The Bengal Famine of 1770

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2024/01/17

This is the fourth of six episodes in a series which details colonization and subjection of the Indian subcontinent by the British East India Company. This show's focus is on the causes and effects of the 1770 Bengal Famine. Throughout the episode, we'll talk about the general effects of famines by utilizing a number of historical instances of famines. The effect on the locals, on the EIC stock prices, and the fate of Robert Clive will all be discussed. Famine is still a major cause of the

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44:23

East India Company Part III: The Creation of...

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2024/01/10

This is the third of six episodes in a series which details colonization and subjection of the Indian subcontinent by the British East India Company. This show's focus is on the power struggle between Mughal Shah Alam and Governor Mir Qasim. Eventually, the EIC figures out that it has the ability to play kingmaker. The Patnam Massacre, the Treaty of Allahabad, and the return of Robert Clive are all discussed in detail. Contact the show at resourcesbylowery@gmail.com If you would like to

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54:39

East India Company Part II: The Seizing of Bengal

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2024/01/03

This is the second of six episodes in a series which details colonization and subjection of the Indian subcontinent by the British East India Company. This show's focus is on how the East Indian Company transformed from a group of capitalist merchants into a private militarized force capable of defeating the ruling Mughal empire. Villains Roger Drake and Robert Clive are introduced on the EIC side as well as the Mughal ruler Siraj ud-Daulah. ud-Daulah's decision to invade the EIC stronghold of

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48:17

East India Company Part I: A Short History of Money

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/12/27

This is the first of six episodes in a series which details colonization and subjection of the Indian subcontinent by the British East India Company. This episode serves to set the table for the the largest corporate takeover in world history by discussing questions related to capitalism and mercantilism, the economic systems that drove the East India company endlessly forward. The creation of the stock market, its ties to Coffee, and how the EIC formed are all discussed in this episode. Contact

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50:03

Ferdinand Magellan Part V: The One About Sebastian...

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/12/20

This is the final of five episodes in a series which details the life and death of Portugal's Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who is credited with sailing around the world for the first time. This episode picks up with the death of Ferdinand Magellan after he was entangled in a local civil war near his objectives. Without their Captain-General, the crew suffers ambushes, squalls, and scurvy. Eventually, Juan Sebastian Elcano takes charge of the Victoria, rounds the terrifying Cape of Good Hope

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46:13

Ferdinand Magellan Part IV: A Race Against Death

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2023/12/13

This is the fourth of five episodes in a series which details the life and death of Portugal's Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who is credited with sailing around the world for the first time. This episode traces his route through pacific with stops at Guam as well as the Philippines. As he nears his goal, Ferdinand becomes more focused upon his secondary mission of spreading Christianity than on his primary mission of reaching the Spice Islands. Disaster follows him to every island that he

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48:03

Ferdinand Magellan Part III: The Voyage of a Lifetime

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2023/12/06

This is the third of five episodes in a series which details the life and death of Portugal's Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who is credited with sailing around the world for the first time. This episode traces his route across the Atlantic to Brazil and then from Brazil to the strait that they hope exists in order to cross through South America. Along the way, the armada's crew will starve, suffer from disease outbreaks and attempt multiple mutinies. Contact the show at

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34:58

Ferdinand Magellan Part II: The Genius of Being Wrong

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2023/11/29

This is the second of five episodes in a series which details the life and death of Portugal's Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who is credited with sailing around the world for the first time. This episode focuses upon his preparations for his journey to the Spice Islands. Convincing the Spanish monarch, Charles V, to fund the journey proves to be a herculean task. When Portugal becomes aware of the plans, however, their involvement threatens to derail the entire expedition. Contact the show at

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36:08

Ferdinand Magellan Part I: No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

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2023/11/22

This is the first of five episodes in a series which details the life and death of Portugal's Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who is credited with sailing around the world for the first time. This episode focuses upon his childhood before traveling with Ferdinand past India for the first time. It is during this trip that he contracted 'spice fever,' beginning his own personal mission to find a faster way to the fabled Spice Islands. Seeking to boost his profile, Ferdinand next traveled to

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56:45

Hernán Cortés Part V: His Legacy/The Fall of the Incas

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2023/11/15

This is the fifth and final episode in our series on the Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés. This episode follows our Spaniard as he searches to 'add another feather onto his cap' by authorizing an expedition to Honduras. Disaster befalls him as he loses control of Tenochtitlan and his coveted governorship of the colony of New Spain. Cortés travels to petition the King for a return to power, gets married, and embarks on a new adventure as a gentleman farmer. The last portion of the episode

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48:19

Hernán Cortés Part IV: The Sacking of Tenochtitlán

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2023/11/08

This is the fourth of five episodes in a series which explores the war between Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés and the Aztec Empire of Montezuma. The Spanish seemingly have full control over the Aztecs through their prisoner Montezuma. But soon, Cortés will be called from the city during an assembly for the Aztecs war God. The ensuing uprising results in the Night of Tears and the expulsion of all Spanish from the capital. Cortés is down, but not out, however, as small pox begins to ravage

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43:13

Hernán Cortés Part III: Gold Fever

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2023/11/01

This is the third of five episodes in a series which explores the war between Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés and the Aztec Empire of Montezuma. This episode follows our Spaniard as he searches for allies among the disgruntled tribes of the Yucatan Peninsula. Cortés' evil intent is discussed throughout the episode; comparing his actions to what he proclaimed his intent had been. The desecration of the holy city of Cholula is discussed before going in-depth into the conqueror's arrival to the

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36:17

Hernán Cortés Part II: History Loves a Bad Boy

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2023/10/25

This is the second of five episodes in a series which explores the war between Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés and the Aztec Empire of Montezuma. This episode's focus is largely on the Aztec Empire including their rise to power within Mexico, their complex religion, and their love of human sacrifice. The episode also reveals that two of the greatest myths (that they believed he was a God and that he burned his boats upon arrival) regarding Cortés are categorically false. Contact the show at

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40:13

Hernán Cortés Part I: A Conqueror’s Rise

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2023/10/18

This is the first of five episodes in a series which explores the war between Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés and the Aztec Empire of Montezuma. This episode explores the Conquistador class, his early childhood, and his decision to abandon his life for the New World. Three G's were said to be on Europe's exploration classes minds (Gold, Glory, and God). We will examine how each led Cortés directly towards his destiny on the Yucatan Peninsula. Contact the show at

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45:25

Marco Polo Part IV: True Hollywood Stories

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/10/11

This is the fourth and final episode in our series which has focused upon the interactions between Venetian explorer Marco Polo and Chinese Emperor Kublai Khan. Having the experiences that he had were one thing, but informing the public was its own adventure. The breakthrough occurs only after Marco Polo is captured during the second Genoese war and placed within a cell next to a novelist. In addition to describing the writing process of Marco's book, this episode will go into the early

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54:50

Marco Polo Part III: A Luxurious Life of Servitude

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/10/04

This is the third episode in a four part series focused upon the interactions between Venetian explorer Marco Polo and Chinese Emperor Kublai Khan. This episode covers the 17 years that the Venetian explorer was employed in the service of the Chinese emperor. Special focus is paid towards Marco's descriptions of local cultures/wildlife (including the Unicorn), the Grand Canal, and the Khan's disastrous decision to invade Japan. Finally, the show will follow along as the Polo's make their escape

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31:51

Marco Polo Part II: Hi I’m your dad... Wanna go to...

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/09/27

This is the second episode in a four part series focused upon the interactions between Venetian explorer Marco Polo and Chinese Emperor Kublai Khan. Niccolo Polo has returned to Europe with Kublai Khan's request to bring back to China 100 priests and sacred oil from the Pope. Instead, Niccolo brings back his teenage son. This episode covers Marco's journey to the Great Khan's court. Contact the show at resourcesbylowery@gmail.com f you would like to financially support the show, please use the

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41:17

Marco Polo Part I: A Chance Exploration

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/09/20

This is the first episode in a four part series focused upon the interactions between Venetian explorer Marco Polo and Chinese Emperor Kublai Khan. This first episode covers the initial contact between Marco's father and the leader of the Yuan empire. Journey along as two Venetians accidentally arrive to the court of the all-powerful Yuan emperor. Contact the show at resourcesbylowery@gmail.com If you would like to financially support the show, please use the following paypal link. Or remit

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46:21

Early Man Part II: The Civilized Among Us

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2023/09/13

Is civilization a trap? That is one of the big questions that we will try to answer in this second episode in a two part series focused upon early mankind. We will follow along as 4 make their long await debut in the Middle East in order to form the world's first known civilization. We will examine the things that came with mankind settling down; including domestication of crops, the development of our natural defenses against disease, and disastrous floods. The episode will focus on four keys

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47:11

Early Man Part I: The Genesis of Mankind

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/09/06

This is the first episode in a two part series focused upon early mankind. While science and religion are often at odds they have incision points where they become quite aligned. This episode will look at the Old Testament book of Genesis as well as the scientific evidence behind the evolution of mankind. Humanities shared ancestors, our cousins, evolution, development of language will all be examined in order to understand why Homo Sapiens have managed to remain atop the food chain. Contact the

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