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.
This podcast episode promotes the "Legacy" podcast, hosted by Peter Frankopan, which explores the lives and legacies of historical figures. William Dalrymple and Afua Hirsch discuss the current season focusing on Genghis Khan, highlighting his vast empire and impact. A clip from the episode depicts the Mongol invasio...
The podcast explores the complex history and present-day implications surrounding the Chagos Islands, focusing on its strategic importance and the displacement of its inhabitants. Philippe Sands, an international human rights lawyer, recounts his involvement in the Chagos Islands case, beginning with a call from the Ma...
The podcast explores the life and legacy of Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, a German horticulturalist who significantly shaped the landscape of Mysore and Bangalore in India. Krumbiegel's transformative work included importing exotic plants, particularly fruiting trees from Australia, and distributing them to local farmers ...
The podcast explores the life and work of Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, a German horticulturalist who significantly impacted India's landscape and gardens. Krumbiegel's journey from a humble background in Germany to becoming a key figure in Indian horticulture is discussed, highlighting his work at Kew Gardens and his eve...
The podcast explores the intertwined histories of Calcutta, Lucknow, and the East India Company through the lens of art, botany, and cultural exchange. It highlights Sir Elijah Impey and his wife, Lady Impey’s, contributions to zoological drawing, focusing on the Indian artists they commissioned, such as Sheikh Zayn al...
In this episode of Empire, Anita Arnon and William Dalrymple discuss Company School painting, a hybrid art form where Indian artists were recruited by the East India Company to illustrate flora and fauna. William explains that the term "Company School painting" is misleading, as it encompasses various Indian styles, in...
In this episode of Empire, hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple, along with guest Sathnam Sanghera, delve into the impact of imperialism on botany and the environment. They discuss how historical classifications of people mirrored those of plants, reinforcing racial biases, and explore the role of innovations like t...
In this episode of "Empire," Anita Anand and William Dalrymple, along with guest Sathnam Sanghera, delve into the intricate relationship between botany and the British Empire, particularly focusing on the role of Kew Gardens. They discuss how botanical gardens became repositories of imperial plants, exploited for econo...
In this episode of Empire, Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple delve into the reign of Aurangzeb, a divisive figure in Mughal history, exploring his controversial legacy and impact on the empire. They discuss his unpopularity, his departure from the inclusive policies of his predecessors like Akbar, and his austere rule ...
In this episode of Empire, William Dalrymple, Afua Hirsch, and Supriya Gandhi discuss the events following Shah Jahan's illness and the ensuing succession crisis among his four sons. Shuja and Murad declare themselves emperor, while Aurangzeb strategically forms alliances and sends gifts to gain support. Dara Shukoh fa...
In this episode of the "Empire" podcast, hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple interview Supriya Gandhi, author of "The Emperor Who Never Was," about Dara Shukoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan, and the Mughal Empire. The discussion explores Dara Shukoh's character, his spiritual inclinations, and his relationships wit...
In this episode of Empire, Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple discuss Shah Jahan's grief following the death of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and how he channeled that grief into architectural projects, most notably the Taj Mahal. They share their personal experiences of seeing the Taj Mahal for the first time and delve into ...
In this episode of "Empire," William Dalrymple and Afua Hirsch delve into the life of Shah Jahan, focusing on his personality, motivations, and relationships. They discuss his upbringing, his unique position as a Mughal ruler with strong Rajput heritage, and his complex relationship with his father, Jahangir. The hosts...
In this episode of the "Empire" podcast, hosts Afua Hirsch and William de Rumpel interview Sue Strong, curator of "The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence" exhibition at the V&A. The discussion centers on the Mughal emperor Jahangir, exploring his architectural preferences, his patronage of the arts, and his ...
In this episode of the Empire podcast, hosts Anita Arlen and William Durham-Poole are joined by Nandini Das, author of "Courting India," to discuss the early diplomatic relationship between Britain and the Mughal Empire in the 17th century. The conversation revolves around Sir Thomas Roe's embassy to the court of Emper...
In this Boxing Day episode of Empire, Anita and William continue their discussion on the Mughal emperors, focusing on Jahangir, son of Akbar. They delve into Jahangir's early life as Prince Salim, his fraught relationship with his father, influenced by the Bollywood film "Mughal-e-Azam," and the historical context of h...
In this episode of the Empire podcast, hosts Afua Hirsch and William Dalrymple are joined by Bettany Hughes to discuss the historical significance of frankincense and myrrh, particularly in relation to the Nabateans. Bettany Hughes, who is currently in the Middle East researching the topic, shares insights about the ha...
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