The Timur Podcast

S3Ep9: The Tokhtamysh-Timur War: The Battle of the Kondurcha River Jul 1, 2025 01:57:39 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 of the Golden Horde and the Battle of the Kondurcha River. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and yo

S3Ep8: Disaster at Home - Invasion Jun 2, 2025 01:17:31 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 Moghulistan. 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.

S3Ep7: Disaster at Home - Rebellion May 1, 2025 01:39:47 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 position was in peril. This episode covers Timur's return home, his final invasion of Chorasmia, and tribal politics. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created b

S3Ep6: The Three Years Campaign Part 2: Isfahan and the Muzaffarids Apr 1, 2025 59:03 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 full blown existential crisis. 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 ou

S3Ep6: The Three Years Campaign Part 1: The Caucasus Mar 31, 2025 51:44 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 between Timur and Khan Tokhtamysh of the Golden Horde. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can su

S3Ep5: The Tokhtamysh-Timur War: Prelude Part 2 Mar 4, 2025 59:20 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 needed. 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.

S3Ep5: The Tokhtamysh-Timur War: Prelude Part 1 Feb 27, 2025 01:02:11 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 needed. 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.

S3Ep4: Timur's 3rd Invasion of Persia Apr 17, 2024 58:28 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 art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S3Ep3 Timur's Invasion of Sistan Apr 2, 2024 58:29 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 by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S3Ep2: Timur's 2nd Invasion of Persia Mar 14, 2024 47:29 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 introduced. Meanwhile, James stays up too late editing. All this, and more, on today's episode. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast w

S3Ep1 Part 2: Timur's Invasion of the Kartids Feb 29, 2024 30:01 (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: "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.

S3Ep1 Part 1: Timur's Invasion of the Kartids Feb 29, 2024 30:32 (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: "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.

S2Ep7 Part 2: The 4th Invasion and Fall of Chorasmia Oct 26, 2023 27:01 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 created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S2Ep7 Part 1: Tokhtamysh Oct 26, 2023 42:10 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 Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S2Ep6: The Third Invasions of Moghulistan and Chorasmia Sep 29, 2023 48:09 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 recent events that happened there. 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

S2Ep5: The 2nd Invasion of Moghulistan Sep 8, 2023 32:09 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. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

S2Ep4: The 2nd Invasion of Chorasmia Aug 24, 2023 32:37 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 Cassius. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

Back To Normal Apr 14, 2023 31:36 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 legacy of Amir Timur. 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 patreo

Back From the Dead Mar 15, 2023 09:24 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. Podcast website can be found here and you can support the show at our patreon page.

A Quick Fireside Chat May 21, 2021 12:27 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.

S2Ep3: The 1st Invasion of Chorasmia Feb 12, 2021 57:32 This episode begins with a brief look at Egypt and the Aral Sea. Then we follow Timur as he begins his war with Chorasmia (Kwarazm). Check out the Warlords of History Podcast at warlordsofhistory.com. 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.

S2Ep2: The 1st Invasion of Moghulistan Feb 4, 2021 36:40 In order to keep the tribes from his own throat, Timur must turn their attention outwards. The land of Moghulistan becomes his first target. Check out The Battlefield Command Podcast at battlefieldcommandpodcast.com. 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.

S2Ep1: The Edge of a Knife Jan 14, 2021 47:03 Timur is now Amir. But his situation is nowhere near secure. The politics of the steppe are forever a looming threat. It is much easier to gain power... than to keep it. Check out The History of Africa Podcast at historyofafricapodcast.blogspot.com. 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 ou

Season 2 Trailer Jan 11, 2021 08:23 January 14th will begin our delve into Timur's reign. See you 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.

Quick Show Update Dec 10, 2020 05:41 Just a quick update episode. The Timur Podcast is not dead. We'll be back soon and in full strength! 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.

S1Ep27: Amir Timur Oct 23, 2020 44:18 The duel between Timur and Amir Husayn finally ends. The rule of Amir Timur begins. 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.

S1Ep26: An Unlikely Ally Oct 22, 2020 25:00 Not having enough strength to defeat Husayn, Timur turns to an unexpected faction for help. 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.

S1Ep25: The War for Transoxiana Part 2: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back Oct 9, 2020 24:20 The war between Amir Husayn and Timur continues. The city of Qarshi remains hotly contested as Timur debates whether to fight or to retreat. 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.

S1Ep24: The War for Transoxiana Part 1: Ambush and Retreat Sep 24, 2020 24:08 Timur and Amir Husayn are unable (or unwilling) to find a diplomatic solution to their feud. Relations deteriorate further as both men organize their forces. War has begun. Check out the Pax Britannica Podcast at paxbritannica.info. 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.

S1Ep23: Brother Against Brother Aug 14, 2020 26:31 As the Moghul threat diminishes, the friendship between Timur and Amir Husayn begins to disintegrate. The brothers realize that Transoxiana is only large enough for one of them. Their struggle against one another begins here. 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.

Disappointment, an Update, and Ideas for the Future Aug 7, 2020 09:42 Due to family and running out of time, I wasn't able to complete this week's episode. But here are some of the short and long term ideas for the Timur Podcast along with a quick update. Thank you for your ongoing support! Next week we will be back! 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

S1Ep22: Our Sources: Ahmad ibn Arabshah Jul 31, 2020 23:03 This is the second episode in which we further examine our primary sources. Today we hear about Ahmad ibn Arabshah and his biography of Amir Timur. 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.

S1Ep21: The 1365 Siege of Samarkand Jul 31, 2020 19:46 With Timur and Husayn on the run, Transoxiana is now completely undefended... or so it would seem. As Ilyas Khan and the Moghuls approach the city of Samarkand, they are greeted by an unexpected sight. The people of Samarkand have risen up. 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

S1Ep20: The Conquest of Transoxiana and the Battle of the Rain Jul 24, 2020 34:48 Timur and Husayn continue their conquest of Transoxiana against the Moghuls. Things go well at first... but then the Battle of the Rain occurs... 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.

S1Ep19: Our Sources: Yazdi's Zafarnama Jul 16, 2020 13:17 This is the first episode of a new mini series on the primary sources behind Timur's story. We begin with the Zafarnama (Book of Victories) by Sharaf ad-Din Ali Yazdi, written only 20 years after the death of Timur. Next week we should be back to the narrative. Sorry about the delay! Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be found here

S1Ep18: The Battle of the Stone Bridge Jul 10, 2020 31:46 Timur and his brother-in-law Amir Husayn begin their invasion of Transoxiana circa 1364. They are met with immediate Moghul resistance. This episode covers the initial clashes between the two forces, including the Battle of the Stone Bridge. 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

S1Ep17: Timur the Lame Jul 3, 2020 28:24 Probably between 1363 and 1365, Timur received the life-altering wounds that would lead to him often being remembered as "Timur the Lame" or "Tamerlane." Today we look at the stories, science, and... curses... behind his lameness. 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.

S1Ep16: The Desert Years - Part 2 Jul 2, 2020 30:43 Timur's desert years draw to a close. It is nearly time to take the fight back to the Moghuls and to free his homeland. 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.

S1Ep15: The Desert Years - Part 1 Jun 26, 2020 24:14 From about 1363 to 1365, Timur was far from home and barely keeping alive. These were the Desert Years. Introduction by Robin Pierson of the History of Byzantium (https://thehistoryofbyzantium.com/). 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.

S1Ep14: The Second Moghul Invasion Jun 20, 2020 24:02 In 1361 Khan Tughlugh Timur of the Moghuls invaded Transoxiana for a second time. And amid the political chaos of the invasion, Timur finds himself in an interesting situation. 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.

S1Ep13: Timur's First Grasp for Power Jun 17, 2020 44:55 Although he will one day rule the world, Timur's early story is full of humiliation. This is the story of his first defeat. Introduction by David of the History of Spain Podcast (https://thehistoryofspain.com/). 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.

S1Ep12: Qazaghan today, Tamerlane tomorrow May 14, 2020 01:14:26 The historical stage is set. Timur is here. And my neighbors are unusually loud. 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.

S1Ep11: The Birth of Timur Apr 10, 2020 50:01 April 9th marks the traditionally accepted anniversary of Timur's birth on April 9th, 1336. In this episode we talk about the state of Transoxiana upon the birth of Timur. This is where it all begins. 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.

S1Ep10: A Quick Review Mar 19, 2020 16:11 Before we dive into the birth of Timur, it might be nice to quickly review the historical background and political context. This episode is just that - a hasty, simplified review of what we've covered. 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.

S1Ep9: Khanate #4: The Chagatai Khanate Mar 6, 2020 39:36 Today we look at the 4th and final Khanate. This is the last introductory episode. Next week... Timur. 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.

S1Ep8: The Black Death Feb 28, 2020 49:46 Everything comes screeching to a halt as an unprecedented amount of death overtakes the world. In today's episode we briefly examine the Black Death and it's impact on both Europe and the Islamic World. Next week we will continue with our investigation of the Khanates. After that, a boy will be born in Transoxiana. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Po

S1Ep7: Khanate #3: The Ilkhanate Feb 14, 2020 01:17:00 In this episode, we take a look at the shortest lived but nevertheless important Khanate: The Ilkhanate. Also James gets off topic quite a bit and his neighbors are noisy as ever. 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.

S1Ep6: Khanate #2: The Golden Horde Jan 14, 2020 53:35 The coolest named Khanate, pesky Rus boyars, and wow more dysfunction from Genghis' offspring... All in today's episode! If you're interested in more Golden Horde history, particularly from the Rus point of view, check out The Russian History Podcast at therussianhistorypodcast.podbean.com. Intro and outro music: "Fidayda" by Turku. Cover art created by Quintus Cassius. Podcast website can be foun

S1Ep5: Temur Khan and Khanate #1: The Yuan Dynasty Jan 6, 2020 30:06 In this episode, we cover the reign of the 6th and (maybe) last Great Khan of the Mongol Empire. Then we look at the fate of the Yuan Dynasty from the death of Temur to the late 1300s. Also Tchaikovsky makes an appearance. 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.

S1Ep4: Breaking the Rules Dec 20, 2019 45:53 James records in his apartment, his neighbors make a ton of noise, and the Mongol Empire breaks apart. 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.

S1Ep3: Khans, Queens, and the Beginning of Demise Nov 22, 2019 45:29 We continue to inch our way towards the birth of Timur, this time by looking at the third and fourth Great Khans, and a couple Queens as well. We will get to Timur soon I promise. But saying the word "Mongol" is just too much fun. 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.

S1Ep2: The Second Great Khan Nov 14, 2019 54:42 We continue to set the stage for the coming of Timur, this time by looking at the second Great Khan of the Mongol Empire: Ogodei. 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.

S1Ep1: Introductions and Nomads Oct 31, 2019 48:26 You won't BELIEVE these TOP CRAZY FACTS about TIMUR. This introductory episode discusses some of the popular "facts" that pop up seemingly wherever Timur does. Also James says the word "nomad" about a thousand times. 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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