History of the Mongols | Podcast
The History of the Mongols: From the Birth of Temujin to the Fall of the Empire Step into the world of one of history’s most formidable civilizations, the Mongol Empire. From the humble beginnings of Temujin, the boy who would become Genghis Khan, to the vast empire that spanned continents, this series explores the triumphs, strategies, and legacies of the Mongols. Join us as we uncover the battles, politics, and cultural transformations that shaped the largest contiguous empire in history. Each episode brings you deep into the battles, betrayals, and ambitions that shaped the largest contiguous empire the world has ever known. 🎧 Perfect for fans of historical epics, immersive storytelling, and the real story behind Genghis Khan and his descendants. New episodes released weekly. Subscribe and follow the horde.
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In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we follow the explosive westward expansion of the Mongol Empire after the fall of the Jin. As Ögedei Khan consolidates power, his general Chormaqun leads a devastating campaign across Iran, the Caucasus, and Anatolia, crushing the last Khwarezmian ruler, ravaging Georgia, and shattering the Seljuqs at Köse Dağ.
You’ll see how Mongol strategy shifted from reactive conquest to total domination, and why no Muslim kingdom could stop them.
We cover:
• Jalal al-Din Mingburnu’s escape across the Indus
• His failed comeback in India, Iran, and the Caucasus
• Chormaqun’s 30,000-strong army and the tamma system
• The fall of Tabriz, Tbilisi, and the last Khwarezmian strongholds
• The brutal Mongol campaigns into Georgia and Armenia
• Baiju Noyan’s rise and the crushing of the Seljuqs at Köse Dağ (1243)
• How this campaign reshaped the Islamic world, and why Baghdad was spared…for now
If you're fascinated by:
✓ The Mongol war machine
✓ Islamic and Middle Eastern history
✓ Steppe tactics vs. medieval states
✓ Crusades, Caliphates, and collapsing kingdoms
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In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we cover the dramatic opening phase of the Great Western Invasion, an unstoppable campaign led by Batu Khan, Subutai, and the royal princes of Mongolia. As over 100,000 Mongol horsemen cross the steppe in 1236, the Volga Bulghars, Cumans, and Rus’ stand in their way.
It’s the beginning of the Mongol conquest of Europe.
You’ll learn about:
• The winter destruction of Volga Bulgharia
• Subutai’s revenge for Jebei and Bachman’s dramatic end
• The Mongol siege of Ryazan and massacre of its people
• Why Grand Duke Yuri fell at the Sit’ River
• The “Evil City” of Kozelsk and its fierce resistance
• How the Rus’ failed to unite, and paid the price
• Why Novgorod was spared while Moscow burned
• What made Mongol siege tactics so terrifyingly effective
• The stage now set for the fall of Kiev and western Rus’
If you're fascinated by:
✓ Mongol steppe warfare and strategy
✓ The fall of medieval Russia and the rise of the Golden Horde
✓ Subutai’s genius and Batu’s brutal campaign
✓ How siege weapons shattered wooden cities
✓ The fate of Ryazan, Vladimir, and early Moscow
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