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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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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

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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

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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...

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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

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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

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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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01:18:50

Toussaint L’ouverture Part IV: His life as a Martyr

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2023/06/21

Our last episode in season 3 is our final episode in a four part series focused upon the life of Toussaint Louverture. Few know the man's history despite the fact that the Haitian led the only successful slave rebellion in history. For comparison sake, we will begin the episode with a lengthy retelling of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. From there we will look at the three main lies that caused Napoleon to turn on the main character of our story. We will also take a look at how his life ended before

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54:04

Toussaint L’ouverture Part III: His life as King

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2023/06/14

This is the third episode in a four part series focused upon the life of Toussaint Louverture. Few know the man's history despite the fact that the Haitian led the only successful slave rebellion in history. For comparison sake, we will begin the episode with a lengthy retelling of the Baptist slave uprising in Jamaica. From there we will look at how Toussaint consolidated his power in the face of challenges. Finally, we will hint at some of the corruption and personality traits that will see

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49:39

Toussaint L’ouverture Part II: His life as a...

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/06/07

This is the second episode in a four part series focused upon the life of Toussaint Louverture. Few know the man's history despite the fact that the Haitian led the only successful slave rebellion in history. For comparison sake, we will begin the episode with a lengthy retelling of Nat Turner's rebellion. From there we will look at the beginning of the 1791 northern province revolt before then critically examining Louverture's role in starting the conflict as well as his leadership of the

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01:01:04

Toussaint L’ouverture Part I: His life as a Haitian...

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2023/05/31

This is the first episode in a four part series focused upon the life of Toussaint Louverture. Few know the man's history despite the fact that the Haitian led the only successful slave rebellion in history. For comparison sake, we will begin the episode with a lengthy retelling of Spartacus, the most famous of all slave revolts. From there we will detail the discovery and colonization of Haiti by the European powers and the role that sugar played within the decision to import massive amounts of

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01:17:07

Napoleon Part VIII: Don’t call it a comeback

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2023/05/24

This is the final episode in our eight part series that details the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The Emperor's exile on Elba, his comeback which culminated in the 100 days campaign, and his subsequent defeat at Waterloo are all covered before we go in-depth to his final years on St. Helena. Contact the show at resourcesbylowery@gmail.com f you would like to financially support the show, please use the following paypal link. Or remit PayPal payment to @Lowery80. And here is a link

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49:03

Napoleon Part VII: Why they tell you not to invade...

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2023/05/17

This is the seventh in a series of eight episodes detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. At the beginning of the 19th century, Napoleon was on top of the world; little did he know that a disastrous campaign designed to push back Russian ambition would bring it all to an abrupt end for the Emperor of France. This episode contains detailed discussion of the battles of Borodino, Eylau, and Leipzig. Contact the show at resourcesbylowery@gmail.com f you would like to financially

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01:15:41

Napoleon Part VI: King of Europe

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2023/05/10

This is the sixth in a series of eight episodes detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The story picks up with the shattering of the fragile peace found between France and the British. As war breaks out, Napoleon once again finds himself in the comfortable role as general. This episode focuses on his efforts to successfully navigate the English channel. His relations with Czar Alexander as well as the battles of Trafalgar, Eylau, and Austerliz. We also examine the final

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56:46

Napoleon Part V: The Consolidation of Bonaparte’s...

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2023/05/03

This is the fifth in a series of eight episodes detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. This episode begins with a recounting of the 18 Brumaire, the coup that resulted in his ascension to First Consul. From there will we examine the policies that were enacted during the interwar years, including Napoleon's rewriting of the entire French legal code before returning to the problem that was posed by an aging Josephine. Upon finalizing his divorce, a choice had to be made regarding

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01:00:10

Napoleon Part IV: Coup like an Egyptian

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2023/04/26

This is the fourth of eight episodes in a series detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The setting for this episode is Egypt as Napoleon fears the inevitable failure that would have come with the Directory's desire for a cross-channel invasion of England. Napoleon swiftly conquers Egypt after the battle of the pyramids before the Turks and English rally to repel the Frenchman. Upon his return, Napoleon begins to unleash the 18 Brumaire; the coup that will see him crowned as

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55:56

Napoleon Part III: The Lil’ Corporal Unleashed

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2023/04/19

This is the third of eight episodes in a series detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. This edition looks at the first major campaign for Napoleon Bonaparte; one that would place him in line with his historical heroes. The conquest takes place in northern Italy in an attempt to defeat the Austrian empire. We will look closely at his tactics in the conflict as they hardly changed over the course of his rule. Special attention is paid to the battle of Lodi bridge as it inspired

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01:00:33

Napoleon Part II: Napoleon in Love

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2023/04/12

This is the second of eight episodes in a series detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. This portion of the story covers Napoleon up to the age of 26; detailing a lesser-known side of the military genius - his love life. We will explore Napoleon's relationships in an attempt to understand where his misogynistic and homophobic viewpoints come form. As well as an exploration of the viewpoint that the Emperor may have been either bisexual or a closeted gay man. We will also

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49:42

Napoleon Part I: Stop calling me French!

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2023/04/05

This is the first of eight episodes in a series detailing the life of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. We begin our story with an introduction to the island of Corsica, the birthplace of Napoleon. We trace his family history on the island and the circumstances that resulted in his attending an early education French military boarding academy. His experiences there will give us important insight regarding the man that Napoleon would become. This episodes' journey by looking at the scene that

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01:03:42

French Revolution Part V: Viva la Revolution!

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2023/03/29

This is the fifth in a series of five episodes regarding the French Revolution. This episode looks at the battle of the factions which facilitated the rise of Maximillian Robespierre before he then implemented his 'reign of terror.' The episode will end with the fall of Robespierre and the rise of the Directory. Side topics include the execution of Marie Antoinette, the murder of Jean-Paul Marat, and what determines whether you are a conservative or liberal. Contact the show at

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