Hosted by James D · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 53 episodes
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A Podcast that covers the life, conquests, character, and legacy of the infamous Timur the Lame. Episodes release every Thursday.
James D hosts The Timur Podcast, a history show with 53 episodes published.
The year is 1391 and Amir Timur must deal with Khan Tokhtamysh. But this is no easy task. The might of the Golden Horde, as well as the vast Steppe itself, are formidable foes. This episode covers Timur's First Invasion
As the winter of 1388-1389 falls on Transoxania, so too do the armies of the Golden Horde. This episode follows Amir Timur's reaction to the invasion of Khan Tokhtamysh as well as the 1389 and 1390 Timurid Invasions of M
After Amir Timur finished his Three Years Campaign in Iran and the Caucasus, he received word that disaster had struck home. An alliance of enemies had invaded Transoxiana, rebellions were developing, and Timur's entire
PART 2. As the Three Years Campaign progresses, Amir Timur invades the lands of the Muzaffarid Dynasty of Southern Iran. Troubles arise with the city of Isfahan while crisis hits Timur's homeland. Meanwhile, James has a
PART 1. As 1386 AD begins, Amir Timur embarks on his so called "Three Years Campaign." This includes the invasions of Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, and several other neighboring regions. Tensions also come to a head betw
PART 2. Tensions begin to rise between Khan Tokhtamysh of the Golden Horde and his adoptive father and former ally: Amir Timur. BUT FIRST! Some background information on the history of the Rus and the Golden Horde is nee
PART 1. Tensions begin to rise between Khan Tokhtamysh of the Golden Horde and his adoptive father and former ally: Amir Timur. BUT FIRST! Some background information on the history of the Rus and the Golden Horde is nee
Amir Wali, ruler of Mazandaran, hopelessly looks for allies in the inevitable war against Amir Timur. Timur responds by invading Persia for a third time in 1383 and 1384. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover
We are now in the years of 1382 and 1383. Amir Timur pauses his invasions of Persia and instead turns his gaze eastwards to the Mihrabanid Dynasty of Sistan. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created
Timur invades Persia for a second time (1381-1382). Meanwhile, there is rebellion at Herat. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes at home. Meanwhile, the Moghuls attack. Meanwhile, another member of the BIG PERSIAN FIVE gets introd
(PART 2) The year is 1380. Timur's gaze turns towards Persia. We are introduced to the BIG PERSIAN FIVE, including the first kingdom here that falls to Timur: The Kartid Dynasty of Khorasan. Intro and outro music: "Fiday
(PART 1) The year is 1380. Timur's gaze turns towards Persia. We are introduced to the BIG PERSIAN FIVE, including the first kingdom here that falls to Timur: The Kartid Dynasty of Khorasan. Intro and outro music: "Fiday
In this second half of Season 2's final episode, we discuss Timur's 4th Invasion of Chorasmia (Khwarazm), sack of Urgench, and the collapse of the Sufi Dynasty. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art creat
In this first half of Season 2's final episode, we discuss Timur's 4th Invasion of Moghulistan, Timur's sons, and the introduction of Tokhtamysh. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created by Quintus C
In this episode we follow Amir Timur on his Third Invasion of Chorasmia (Khwarezmia), how he deals with a new rebellion, and his Third (or Fourth) Invasion of Moghulistan. We also take a look into the city of Andijan and
Amir Timur turns his attention to the east to deal with Qamar-ud-din Dughlat of the Moghuls. Meanwhile, a conspiracy arises to kill Timur. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created by Quintus Cassius
This episode covers Timur's 2nd Invasion of Chorasmia (Khwarezm) as well as the wedding between his son Jahangir and Khanzada of the Sufi Dynasty. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created by Quintus
We (finally) get back into the history of Timur with this very quick recap episode. Join James, the sounds of his fridge, and several annoying birds outside, with an investigation into the life, conquests, character, and
WE ARE BACK! Well... sort of. James is alive. And the Timur Podcast is too. More content SOON. Thank you for your support and love. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created by Quintus Cassius . Podca
We will be back soon. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku . Cover art created by Quintus Cassius . Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page .
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