Bamboo History
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04/12/22 • 23 min
In the year 138BCE, a young man from China embarked on a 13 year, 4000km (2500 mile) journey to create one of the most important trade routes in history, the Silk Road.
Tune in to learn how the Silk Road was formed, and why.
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Thanks everyone!
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05/23/23 • 22 min
Ancient China was not the most liberal place in the world, which meant it blew my mind that there was an ancient Chinese emperor that pursued a romantic relationship with another man!
Tune in to hear more about this story.
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We also have a website now! Where you can find our blog that will feature extra Chinese and East Asian history (link below).
CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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Ep. 60 | The goldfield riots at Lambing Flat | 蓝滨滩暴动
Bamboo History
10/04/23 • 19 min
In the mid-1800s, gold was discovered in Australia. Many people flocked from all around the world to Australia to mine for gold, hoping to get rich. These people included: local white Australians, Americans, Europeans...and Chinese.
Tune in to hear a famous (or infamous) story about how some specks of gold started a racial riot.
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Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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06/20/23 • 18 min
Has the dentist ever told you that having black teeth is a good thing? Probably not, but that’s not what the ancient Japanese thought when they dyed their teeth black.
Tune in to today’s episode as I uncover an ancient Japanese tradition of teeth blackening, Ohaguro.
Btw, this is my first ever Japanese history special, courtesy of my Instagram followers who recommended me do an episode about Japanese history. Great idea, thanks heaps!
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CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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06/06/23 • 19 min
What is one thing that a king, salty seaweed and Mongolians have in common?
Tofu!
Today, we will be bringing a wonderful (if not slightly smelly) history of an Asian delicacy and a banger vegetarian/vegan dish, tofu.
Tune in to hear more about the history of tofu.
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Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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05/30/23 • 44 min
Today I will be interviewing and chatting with my good mate Davo about the development of Malaysian Chinese identity through history.
Peranakans, clan houses, discrimination and a bit of cake on top, tune in to discover more about the history of Malaysian Chinese!
We have a website now - check it out! Link below.
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CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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07/04/23 • 21 min
According to medical websites online, stress can cause your hair to lose colour and go white. But it is scientifically impossible for all your hair to go white in a single day.
Well, ancient Chinese military strategist Wu Zixu would prove science wrong.
Tune in to a fascinating story about loyalty, vengeance, and a head of white hair.
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Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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Bloopers! (Episodes 30 to 59)
Bamboo History
07/12/23 • 4 min
What you hear normally are only the good bits, the bad bits are edited out.
Well, today you will get a sneak peek at the mess ups I have made.
Enjoy!
This content may be confrontational to some listeners, you have been warned.
ALSO, I'm proud to say I've been featured in an article written by The China Boss as a top Chinese history podcast.
The article link is here: https://thechinaboss.com/best-china-podcasts/
I encourage everyone to check out the other content posted by The China Boss. Yang, the person behind this blog, does an amazing job at promoting Chinese culture.
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Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast!
CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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06/27/23 • 30 min
King Gwanghaegun of Joseon Korea had a dilemma... ally with their closest friend the Ming Chinese and risk getting destroyed by the Manchus, or ally with the enemy Manchus and risk being dishonoured for being traitorous by the Chinese.
What did he do? Tune in to a Korean history special on one of the most controversial Korean kings in history.
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Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast!
CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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06/13/23 • 38 min
Have you ever heard of a Jewish community that has lived in China for almost 1000 years?
Join me in today’s episode, where I speak with Anson Laytner - the president of the Sino-Judaic Institute and a retired programs manager at Seattle University - about the history of Kaifeng Jews, a Jewish community that has resided in the city of Kaifeng since the 12th century.
Anson is also a rabbi and an author, writing books such as: ““The Chinese Jews of Kaifeng” and “Arguing with God: a Jewish Tradition”.
What are you waiting for? Tune in for our chat about the ancient Chinese Jews!
Many thanks to Anson for coming onto the show. You can learn more about Anson and his work on his website here: https://ansonlaytner.com/
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Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast!
CONNECT WITH US!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @bamboohistorypodcast
Website: https://www.bamboohistorypodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j1DpeXVdoqIgTqaI5RPaz?si=e983945d835f4011
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bamboo-history/id1608078459
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FAQ
How many episodes does Bamboo History have?
Bamboo History currently has 90 episodes available.
What topics does Bamboo History cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Bamboo History?
The episode title 'Ep. 11 | Zhang Qian & the origins of the Silk Road | 张骞于丝绸之路' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Bamboo History?
The average episode length on Bamboo History is 20 minutes.
How often are episodes of Bamboo History released?
Episodes of Bamboo History are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Bamboo History?
The first episode of Bamboo History was released on Feb 1, 2022.
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