In 524 BC, the unthinkable happened—four capitals in ancient China were engulfed in flames on the same day. But this wasn’t a random disaster; it was foretold. In this episode, we uncover the prophecy, explore the political intrigue surrounding the fires, and spotlight Zichan of Zheng, "Exemplary firefighting plan" saved his state from devastation.

But did he save the turtle? Was it divine punishment or a clever conspiracy? Let’s find out!

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One of our favorite recurring guests, Gil Kidron, has another podcast about movies and we had a wild time discussing the 1956 classic movie "The 10 Commandments" starring Charlton Heston, Yule Brenner, John Derrick and directed by Cecil B. DeMille. Amazing movie. Great discussion. Don't miss it!

Links to "As Depicted on Film"

spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/72b4ZP8s0Ed7qvnn4gveeA

Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/as-depicted-on-film/id1458014104

The 10 Commandments movie

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeGnfbJRp8LGVzRHcj-R64l8XZ1aeEVg-

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Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.

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The 520s BC in China were anything but quiet. With states like Qi and Jin vying for influence, leaders like Zichan rising to prominence, and strange omens hinting at disaster, this decade laid the groundwork for one of the most extraordinary events in Zhou history.

Join us as we unravel the decade’s intrigue and ambition where a father steals his son's hottie bride, an evil minister schemes and schemes, while a revenge plan is hatched.

Good stuff... don't miss it!

Links:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Earth

https://pearlsbuck.org/visit-the-pearl-s-buck-house/house/

https://sites.asiasociety.org/arts/asiangames/power01.html

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In this cross-podcast collaboration recorded in Barcelona, we explore the universal appeal of virgin and unusual birth myths. With Gil from Podcast of Biblical Proportions and Garry from History in the Bible, we connect the dots between mythic figures like Mithras, Buddha, and Jesus. Is the story of Jesus’ birth an exception—or part of a larger pattern in human storytelling?

The answer may surprise you!

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Links for more research

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm73u99usTA&t=821s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uO0E4j1f6HI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcjElvISzv4

This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.

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Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.

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In the glittering Aegean of the 520s BC, Polycrates of Samos was a man of unmatched ambition and cunning—a tyrant who ruled the seas and defied the odds. But every rise has its fall. In this episode, we follow Polycrates’ journey to his gruesome end, a story of hubris, betrayal, and the inevitable downfall of the man who thought he could cheat fate.

Herodotus link:

https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Herodotus/3B*.html

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An ancient Passover letter might not be what it seems. New research suggests it could reflect Zoroastrian influences, reshaping what we know about Judaism’s origins. Join me and Gil Kidron of A Podcast of Biblical Proportions as we uncover this fascinating cross-cultural connection.

Links

https://www.haaretz.com/archaeology/2024-11-04/ty-article/new-study-of-passover-letter-may-change-what-we-know-about-the-birth-of-judaism/00000192-dc36-ddcf-a7f7-dc76c3eb0000?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

https://podcastofbiblicalproportions.com/

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Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.

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Dan and Bernie return to Greece in the 520s BC where Kimon "The Booby" gains an Olympic title but loses his head. Did he win by running like an insane person in full hoplite gear? You'll just have to listen to find out!

Quasi Moon Name - Vote Here

https://radiolab.org/quasi-moon

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The Behistun Chronicles: How Darius Turned Chaos into Control.

Darius the Great didn’t just take an empire—he wrote the ultimate victory speech on a mountainside! Join us on our journey as we explore the chaos of the 520s BC, from quelling rebellions to the legendary Behistun Inscription that told the ancient world exactly who was boss.

This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.

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