Covering thousands of miles in the Andes, the Inca Trail was the backbone of the ancient empire, connecting the millions of people who lived under its rule. The jewel in its crown, Machu Picchu, was recently named one of the seven wonders of the modern world. But who were the Incas? What was the purpose of their complex road system? And why did they build a ... Show More
Oct 2024
The Greatest Samurai Battle ⚔️
The Battle of Sekigahara, on 21st October, 1600, was the largest in Japanese feudal history, with over 160,000 troops involved. And stakes were high: the victor, Tokugawa Ieyasu, became the Shōgun of Japan, initiating the Edo period; whilst the leader of the losing Western army, ... Show More
11m 20s
Mar 2025
Samurai | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep
Drift off with this calm bedtime reading about the samurai, created to ease insomnia and bring peace to restless nights. In this soothing episode, Benjamin explores the history, traditions, and influence of Japan’s warrior class, from their code of Bushido to their lasting cultur ... Show More
30m 34s