The China History Podcast - Laszlo Montgomery

In Memory of Tess Johnston By Graham Earnshaw

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Ep. 368 | Wang Jingwei

New CHP episode covering the life of Wang Jingwei.
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Ep. 369 | The Unsung Chinese Heroes of D-Day The China History Podcast · Episode

Taking a break from my hiatus to release something new for you. Here’s a story that looks at the Unsung Chinese Heroes of D-Day. open.spotify.com/episode/5RbA...

Ep. 366 | The Guangxi Massacre The China History Podcast · Episode

New CHP episode is out. This one covers the Guangxi Massacre. This week also marks the fifteenth anniversary of the launch of the China History Podcast. My most heartfelt thanks to all who supported me and gave the program a chance.
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Ep. 365 | Anson Burlingame, the 1868 Treaty, and the Open Door Policy The China History Podcast · Episode

New episode is out. This one looks at Anson Burlingame, his famous treaty and The Open Door Policy. open.spotify.com/episode/53iE...

The latest CHP episode covers Thomas Wade, Herbert & Lionel Giles, and a few other important old Sinologists from days gone by. open.spotify.com/episode/0fmV...

Ep. 363 | The Lin Biao Incident (Part 2) The China History Podcast · Episode

New CHP episode is out. This is the concluding Part 2 of the series that looks back at the Lin Biao Incident of 9-13-71. open.spotify.com/episode/0hDu...

Ep. 362 | The Lin Biao Incident (Part 1) The China History Podcast · Episode

New CHP episode is out. This is Part 1 of a two-parter that looks at the 1971 Lin Biao Incident.
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Ep. 361 | McKinley, Tariffs, and the Open Door Policy The China History Podcast · Episode

Just in time for “Liberation Day” here’s a look back on the 1890 Tariffs, their champion, William McKinley, and the Open Door Policy.
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Ep. 359 | Plant Hunters during the Qing Dynasty (Part 1)

I know this topic isn’t for everybody. But for all plant lovers out there, here’s the first of a 2-parter that looks at the dangerous world of Plant Hunting in the Qing Dynasty. It’s a bigger topic than you might expect. Thanks, everyone!! open.spotify.com/episode/6aSL...

Saturday Matinee: The China History Podcast History Daily · Episode

Honored to have Lindsay Graham feature the CHP on the History Daily: Saturday Matinee open.spotify.com/episode/4zLR...

Laszlo and Andrew Shaw discuss the History of Jade The China History Podcast · Episode

Another new one. I'm featuring Mr. Andrew Shaw once more, this time to discuss the history of jade in China history. I learned a lot. I hope you enjoy it. Andrew's new book is called “A Jade Treasury.” My thanks and appreciation for listening.
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Didn't get singed by the fires. I was actually quite far from them. Thanks for asking. And a big Thanks for checking out my show. 🙏

Looted China Treasures, Laszlo chats with Andrew Shaw and his book, "Spoil" The China History Podcast · Episode

I welcome you all to listen to an interview with Wuhan-based author Andrew Shaw about the terrible plundering of China’s imperial treasures between 1860 and 1900. Andrew wrote all about this in his 2024 book “Spoil.” Next time I'll be talking to Andrew about jade. open.spotify.com/episode/1sVI...

"The Second Journey" An interview with Joel Bigman The China History Podcast · Episode

Calling all “Journey to the West” lovers and appreciators, you might like my interview with Joel Bigman. His new book, “The Second Journey” is billed as the World’s first Chinese-Jewish Historical Fantasy.  open.spotify.com/episode/6qOb...

Ep. 358 | The History of Singapore (Part 10) The China History Podcast · Episode

The series closer is now available on the CHP feed. For this last installment, we look at Singapore’s history during the Goh Chok Tong and Lee Hsien Loong years. Thanks to everyone who lasted for all ten episodes. open.spotify.com/episode/2tLZ...

Ep. 357 | The History of Singapore (Part 9) The China History Podcast · Episode

Here's Part 9 of the History of Singapore series. This episode picks up right after the events of August 1965 that led to Singapore's independence. Almost at the end. One more to go. open.spotify.com/episode/2qh3...

Ep 356 | The History of Singapore (Part 8) The China History Podcast · Episode

The History of Singapore Part 8 is now out. This episode covers 1959-1965. You won’t want to miss this one. This will be the final episode of 2024. But not for the Dragon Year. My sincerest thanks for your support and kindness all year. open.spotify.com/episode/7Mlj...

Part 7 of the History of Singapore series is now up. The story continues with post-WWII Singapore. This and the next couple episodes will look at the life and times of Lee Kuan Yew. Thanks to everyone for all your kind comments and for listening. open.spotify.com/episode/2a6S...

Ep. 354 | The History of Singapore (Part 6) The China History Podcast · Episode

Singapore History Part 6 is up. This one includes the Japanese invasion, takeover, and occupation. The episode also looks at post-1945 history, the Malayan Union, the formation of UMNO, and what all that meant for Singapore’s future. Thanks for listening.
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During this most recent trip, I surpassed 25,000 subscribers on my YouTube channel which I found strange since it’s pretty much devoid of any videos. If you use YT to consume podcasts, my channel is @ChinaHistoryPodcast.

Long Mekong | Dr. Digby James Wren | Substack Comprehensive coverage of public concerns and power contradictions along the Mekong. Click to read Long Mekong, by Dr. Digby James Wren, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.

The post-trip illness aside, had a great time in China, HK, and Cambodia earlier this month. Going back in Dec or Jan. Recorded Singapore History Part 10 in Phnom Penh at the home studio of Dr. Digby James Wren. Check out his Substack: longmekong.substack.com

Part 6 of the Singapore series will be posted this Sunday. The ten-part series is all done with everything available on Patreon and CHP Premium. CHP-358-Singapore History Part 10 posts January 19, 2025. I also have a bunch of CHP Special interview shows coming up.

I rarely ever showed up on Twitter except to announce new shows. But starting now I’ll keep you posted on what’s going on here. And if you’re interested in my six cats, I can post images of them too.

Oh, I didn't even know I had a BlueSky account. Hello, twelve followers. Just back from China-HK-Cambodia and slowly recovering from a bout of gastroenteritis. Hoping the Azithromycin kicks in soon. 😻