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Mexica: A History Podcast

Mexica: A History Podcast is a 9-episode, audio narrative about the Conquest of Mexico, historically sourced (from both Indigenous sources and first hand European accounts). with the goal of bringing the rich sights, scents and sounds of the Mexica world to the listener. This podcast takes the listener through the Spanish defeat of Moctezuma and his Aztec allies in a richly sensual narrative.

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25:42

Rulers of Tenochtitlan - The Final Aztec Rulers (Ep13)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2026/01/19

In this follow-up episode we explore the rulers of Tenochtitlan, or the tlatoque. From the first tlatoani, Acamapichtli, to the final traditional tlatoani, Cuauhtémoc, we'll explore all the "Aztec rulers." In this episode we explore the final leaders who oversaw the Fall of Tenochtitlan. As Moctezuma II is held captive in his final days, a new leader Cuitlahuac rises to fight for his people. Part 1 - Cuitlahuac, the 10th ruler of Tenochtitlan. Part 2 - Cuauhtémoc, the 11th ruler ...

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Rulers of Tenochtitlan - Empire of the Sun (Ep 12)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2025/08/31

In this follow-up episode we explore the rulers of Tenochtitlan, or the tlatoque. From the first tlatoani, Acamapichtli, to the final traditional tlatoani, Cuauhtémoc, we'll explore all the "Aztec rulers." In this episode Tenochtitlan is the dominant city-state ruling over their Triple Alliance partners and under the leadership of Ahuitzotl ad Moctezuma the Younger would expand the empire from the Pacific Coast to the Gulf of Mexico. Then, during the reign of Moctezuma the Younger, ships bega...

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Rulers of Tenochtitlan - Tenochtitlan Rising (Ep 11)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2025/01/06

In this follow-up episode we explore the rulers of Tenochtitlan, or the tlatoque. From the first tlatoani, Acamapichtli, to the final traditional tlatoani, Cuauhtémoc, we'll explore all the "Aztec rulers." In this episode Tenochtitlan's new rulers are aggressive and eager to expand the empire. Itzcoatl, and his ambitious nephew Tlacaelel, brought a new leadership style that would free the Mexica from their Tepanec overlords, and take that same fight out into the Valley of Mexico.Part 1 - Itzc...

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16:55

Rulers of Tenochtitlan - First Rulers of Tenochtitlan...

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2024/05/20

In this follow-up episode we explore the rulers of Tenochtitlan, or the tlatoque. From the first tlatoani, Acamapichtli, to the final traditional tlatoani, Cuauhtémoc, we'll explore all nine "Aztec rulers." In this episode Tenochtitlan emerges from the marshes of Lake Texcoco, the first three rulers find themselves subject to King Tezozomoc.Part 1 - Acamapichtli, the first ruler of Tenochtitlan.Part 2 - Huitzilihuitl, the second ruler of Tenochtitlan.Part 3 - Chimalpopoca, the third ruler of ...

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67:35

Bonus Episode: The End of the Mexica (Ep 9)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/06/14

In Episode 9, Cortes returns to the Valley of Mexico, bringing with him nearly a thousand refreshed Spanish soldiers, and tens of thousands of Tlaxcalan warriors. A brutal siege would grind the Mexica down until their ability to resist was done. This would be the end of Mexica power and culture in the valley.Part 1 - The March to TexcocoCortes returns to the Valley of Mexico and is welcomed by a young prince.Part 2 - The Players Are SetWith Cortes camped in Texcoco, backed by his Tlaxcala and

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46:52

Fall of Tenochtitlan (Ep 8)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/03/10

In Episode 8, Cortes wears out his welcome in Tenochtitlan and sacrifices Moctezuma in a final attempt at saving his ambition: the greatest city in the New World. The Noche Triste, among the most iconic nights in Mexican history, plays out as the Spanish-Tlaxcala army flees the city.Part 1 - Cortes Returns to TenochtitlanFollowing the Toxcatl Massacre, which decapitated the Mexica nobility in Cortes' absence, he returns to take command of a bad situation. Part 2 - Death of MoctezumaHoled up and

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56:17

Foreigners in Tenochtitlan (Ep 7)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/03/01

In Episode 7, Cortes enters the Mexica capital and is welcomed. But things quickly go bad and violence erupts.Part 1 - Entering TenochtitlanCortes, his Spanish soldiers and 4 or 5 thousand Tlaxcalan warriors enter Tenochtitlan along the causeway.Part 2 - Meeting MoctezumaMoctezuma emerges from the crowd to welcome Cortes to Tenochtitlan.Part 3 - Guests in the CapitalThe Spanish are welcomed and granted use of the Palace of Axayacatl, the former Tlatoani.Part 4 - The Hostage MoctezumaIn one of

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36:28

Entering the Land of Mexico (Ep 6)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/02/22

In Episode 6, Cortes continues his march toward Tenochtitlan with a fateful and violent stop in Cholula.Part 1 - CholulaCortes and his 400 Spanish soldiers enter Cholula while the nearly 10,000-strong Tlaxcala and Totonac armies wait outside the city. Here they commit one of the worst atrocities ever committed in the Conquest of the New World.Part 2 - Word of the Destruction of CholulaWord of the incomprehensible destruction of Cholula spreads, and with it; fear.Part 3 - Up the VolcanoDiego de Ordaz

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39:53

The March to Mexico (Ep 5)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/02/15

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Exploiting Divides (Ep 4)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/02/08

In Episode 4, Cortes digs in and settles on the coast. He encounters a new people, the Totonacs, and discovers their conflict with the Aztec Triple Alliance.Part 1 – The TotonacsCortes learns of the Totonacs, who invite him to meet Xicomecoatl, leader of the town of Cempoala. Cortes learns of their subjugation by the Aztecs, and the anger they hold for Moctezuma.Part 2 – CempoalaCortes passes through Cempoala on his way North. The Spaniards are stunned by the beauty of Cempoala. They stay a few days

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36:22

Along the Coast (Ep 3)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/02/01

Episode Three – Along the CoastCortes departs Maya country and heads north, to Triple Alliance (Aztec) territory. A messenger spots the ships, and this begins a year long political dance between Moctezuma and Cortes. Despite Moctezuma's attempts to curtail the Spanish push inland, Cortes discovers divides among the people.Part 1 – Closing out Business in PotonchanFollowing his victory at the Battle of Cintla, Cortes spent two weeks in the regional capital Potonchan, which he had named Santa

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38:30

Cortés, Extremadura and the New World (Ep 2)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/01/25

Cortés, Extremadura and the New World.In Episode 2, we explore Extremadura Spain, home of some of the most vicious conquistadors where Cortes was raised. The narrative follows Cortes from his childhood in the small town of Medellin to his first lessons in genocide in Cuba through the climactic battles with the Maya.Part 1 – Extremadura, Home of ConquistadorsPart 2 – Life in the IndiesPart 3 – TabascoPart 4 – Taking of PotonchanPart 5 – Battle of CintlaEpisode 2 CreditsWritten, produced and performed

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38:32

Moctezuma and the Valley of Mexico (Ep 1)

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/01/18

Episode 1 – Moctezuma and the Valley of Mexico.In Episode 1, we meet the Emperor Moctezuma and learn about some of his habits and beliefs. The Tlatelolco Market comes to life and we walk the streets of Tenochtitlan.Part 1 – Tlatoani MoctezumaPart 2 – TenochtitlanPart 3 – Politics of the ValleyPart 4 – Blood Debt to the GodsPart 5 – Prayer and a Messenger from the CoastEpisode 1 CreditsResearched, written, produced and performed by Jeremy Lipps.~ Music ~Intro Coda, acoustic guitar by Valentin

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Mexica: A History Podcast - Trailer

Mexica: A History Podcast ·

2022/01/13

Mexica: A History Podcast is an 8-episode, audio narrative about Moctezuma, the Aztec Triple Alliance and the Conquest of Mexico. Historically sourced (from both Indigenous sources and first hand European accounts) with the goal of bringing the rich sights, scents and sounds of the Mexica world to the listener. This podcast takes the listener through the Spanish defeat of Moctezuma, his Mexica people and his Aztec allies in a richly sensual narrative.

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