William Dalrymple
@willdalrymple.bsky.social
Scottish historian & art historian; @EmpirePodUK.bsky.social podcaster & Jaipur Lit Fest co-director. Visiting Fellow at All Souls, Oxford. Writes the occasional book.
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🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Reposted by William Dalrymple
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
December 25, 2025 at 9:24 AM
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Reposted by William Dalrymple
Doing Christmas solo this year means new traditions: starting the day with a podcast about a historical Christmas heist. This pairs well with an After 8 melted in coffee, chocolate and raspberry porridge and cosy PJs.
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
December 25, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Doing Christmas solo this year means new traditions: starting the day with a podcast about a historical Christmas heist. This pairs well with an After 8 melted in coffee, chocolate and raspberry porridge and cosy PJs.
Reposted by William Dalrymple
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
December 25, 2025 at 9:49 AM
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
December 25, 2025 at 9:24 AM
🎄🎄🎄Welcome to @EmpirePodUK Christmas Special!🎄🎄🎄
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Who Stole Father Christmas?
The true story of the Heist of the Relics of St.Nicholas
Reposted by William Dalrymple
Happy Christmas to all those celebrating!
A Mughal virgin and child, by Ghulam Shah Salim before 1605, after an engraving by Flemish artist Bernard van Orley (1492-1542). Dedication to Prince Shah Salim who became the emperor Jahangir 1695–27.
A Mughal virgin and child, by Ghulam Shah Salim before 1605, after an engraving by Flemish artist Bernard van Orley (1492-1542). Dedication to Prince Shah Salim who became the emperor Jahangir 1695–27.
December 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Happy Christmas to all those celebrating!
A Mughal virgin and child, by Ghulam Shah Salim before 1605, after an engraving by Flemish artist Bernard van Orley (1492-1542). Dedication to Prince Shah Salim who became the emperor Jahangir 1695–27.
A Mughal virgin and child, by Ghulam Shah Salim before 1605, after an engraving by Flemish artist Bernard van Orley (1492-1542). Dedication to Prince Shah Salim who became the emperor Jahangir 1695–27.
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When we say "no, everything hasn't been digitized," I need you to understand that we really mean is that virtually nothing has been digitized. This is because the realm of primary sources that historians use is incomprehensibly large.
Seems like it's worth posting this one again.
Why Do Historians Still Have To Go To Archives?
Why do historians go to archives? Hasn’t everything already been digitized?
contingentmagazine.org
December 22, 2025 at 1:40 AM
When we say "no, everything hasn't been digitized," I need you to understand that we really mean is that virtually nothing has been digitized. This is because the realm of primary sources that historians use is incomprehensibly large.
Spent a fascinating morning reading about the Canaanite pantheon and its influence on the Old Testament. Had no idea that the Lucifer may have started off as a Canaanite astral deity, 'Shining One, Son of Dawn'; or that Beelzebub 'The Lord of the Flies' was a Philistine god and a form of Baal.
December 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Spent a fascinating morning reading about the Canaanite pantheon and its influence on the Old Testament. Had no idea that the Lucifer may have started off as a Canaanite astral deity, 'Shining One, Son of Dawn'; or that Beelzebub 'The Lord of the Flies' was a Philistine god and a form of Baal.
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The Three Magi were... of Persian origin!? A fascinating exploration of the wide-ranging intercultural origins and reach of the Three Kings in this great @empirepoduk.bsky.social
The Three Wisemen, the Three Kings, the Magi... who were they?
In our newest episode, we explore the true history behind the visitors from the East who brought gifts to the Nativity.
And it has more connections to empire than you may expect...
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In our newest episode, we explore the true history behind the visitors from the East who brought gifts to the Nativity.
And it has more connections to empire than you may expect...
🎁🌟🎁🌟🎁🌟🎁🌟
December 21, 2024 at 11:31 AM
The Three Magi were... of Persian origin!? A fascinating exploration of the wide-ranging intercultural origins and reach of the Three Kings in this great @empirepoduk.bsky.social
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Just recorded some corking Christmas specials for you @empirepoduk.bsky.social . The story of the Magi.., and the gifts they brought. Corking guests in the shape of Bethany Hughes and Lloyd Llewelyn Jones. @willdalrymple.bsky.social and I had a Christmas cracker of a time recording. Enjoy!
December 11, 2024 at 5:07 PM
Just recorded some corking Christmas specials for you @empirepoduk.bsky.social . The story of the Magi.., and the gifts they brought. Corking guests in the shape of Bethany Hughes and Lloyd Llewelyn Jones. @willdalrymple.bsky.social and I had a Christmas cracker of a time recording. Enjoy!
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The great historian, @willdalrymple.bsky.social on Palestine:
December 20, 2025 at 3:21 AM
The great historian, @willdalrymple.bsky.social on Palestine:
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317. Churchill's Photographer: From Escaping Genocide to MLK share.google/Td7gl2p9WV5R...
317. Churchill's Photographer: From Escaping Genocide to MLK
Podcast Episode · Empire · 18/12/2025 · 45m
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December 18, 2025 at 4:35 AM
317. Churchill's Photographer: From Escaping Genocide to MLK share.google/Td7gl2p9WV5R...
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Make someone an Empire Club Member this Christmas – unlock the full Empire experience with bonus episodes, early access to miniseries and live show tickets, exclusive book discounts, a members-only newsletter, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Just go to empirepod.supportingcast.fm/gifts
December 18, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Make someone an Empire Club Member this Christmas – unlock the full Empire experience with bonus episodes, early access to miniseries and live show tickets, exclusive book discounts, a members-only newsletter, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Just go to empirepod.supportingcast.fm/gifts
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What was the story behind some of the most famous photographs of Churchill, Einstein, Castro, Queen Elizabeth II, and Martin Luther King?
@tweeter_anita and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
@tweeter_anita and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:32 AM
What was the story behind some of the most famous photographs of Churchill, Einstein, Castro, Queen Elizabeth II, and Martin Luther King?
@tweeter_anita and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
@tweeter_anita and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
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Is it true that Karsh deliberately seized Winston Churchill's cigar as he was mid-smoke in order to get the look of angry defiance that made his "Roaring Lion" portrait so iconic?
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Is it true that Karsh deliberately seized Winston Churchill's cigar as he was mid-smoke in order to get the look of angry defiance that made his "Roaring Lion" portrait so iconic?
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
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Who was Yousuf Karsh? How did he escape from the Armenian Genocide as a child and make it to Ottowa to become arguably the greatest portrait photographer of the 20th century?
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Who was Yousuf Karsh? How did he escape from the Armenian Genocide as a child and make it to Ottowa to become arguably the greatest portrait photographer of the 20th century?
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
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New from @empirepoduk.bsky.social
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:09 AM
New from @empirepoduk.bsky.social
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
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One of the best podcasts around. And a welcome change of pace, style and content from the political stuff I force myself to listen to even though it’s upsetting.
Empire is a joy
Empire is a joy
New from @empirepoduk.bsky.social
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:35 AM
One of the best podcasts around. And a welcome change of pace, style and content from the political stuff I force myself to listen to even though it’s upsetting.
Empire is a joy
Empire is a joy
What was the story behind some of the most famous photographs of Churchill, Einstein, Castro, Queen Elizabeth II, and Martin Luther King?
@anitaanand.bsky.social and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
@anitaanand.bsky.social and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:29 AM
What was the story behind some of the most famous photographs of Churchill, Einstein, Castro, Queen Elizabeth II, and Martin Luther King?
@anitaanand.bsky.social and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
@anitaanand.bsky.social and I explore the fascinating life of one of the great photographers of Empire, Yousuf Karsh.
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
New from @empirepoduk.bsky.social
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
December 18, 2025 at 4:09 AM
New from @empirepoduk.bsky.social
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
YOUSUF KARSH
Churchill's Photographer:
From Escaping the Armenian Genocide to Martin Luther King
linktr.ee/empirepoduk
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Recovering the lost history of Gaza
My @NewStatesman review of two remarkable new histories of Gaza by @anneirfan & Jean-Pierre Filiu
share.google/kHQKke7OPoed...
My @NewStatesman review of two remarkable new histories of Gaza by @anneirfan & Jean-Pierre Filiu
share.google/kHQKke7OPoed...
Recovering the lost history of Gaza
Decades of conflict and displacement have obliterated the history of one of the world’s oldest human settlements
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December 11, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Recovering the lost history of Gaza
My @NewStatesman review of two remarkable new histories of Gaza by @anneirfan & Jean-Pierre Filiu
share.google/kHQKke7OPoed...
My @NewStatesman review of two remarkable new histories of Gaza by @anneirfan & Jean-Pierre Filiu
share.google/kHQKke7OPoed...
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Listen NOW wherever you get your podcasts, and join the Empire Club for bonus content and ad-free listening!
empirepod.supportingcast.fm
empirepod.supportingcast.fm
December 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Listen NOW wherever you get your podcasts, and join the Empire Club for bonus content and ad-free listening!
empirepod.supportingcast.fm
empirepod.supportingcast.fm
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Who was Heinrich Hoffman and how did he use his photography to promote Nazism?
When did Hoffman introduce Hitler to Eva Braun?
What lies did he tell a Jewish journalist who interviewed him in 1950?
When did Hoffman introduce Hitler to Eva Braun?
What lies did he tell a Jewish journalist who interviewed him in 1950?
December 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Who was Heinrich Hoffman and how did he use his photography to promote Nazism?
When did Hoffman introduce Hitler to Eva Braun?
What lies did he tell a Jewish journalist who interviewed him in 1950?
When did Hoffman introduce Hitler to Eva Braun?
What lies did he tell a Jewish journalist who interviewed him in 1950?
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💥NEW EPISODE OUT TODAY💥
Kicking off our BRAND NEW Eyes on Empire series, @willdalrymple.bsky.social and @anitaanand.bsky.social discuss the one of the most sinister cameramen in history ...
... Hitler's photographer
Kicking off our BRAND NEW Eyes on Empire series, @willdalrymple.bsky.social and @anitaanand.bsky.social discuss the one of the most sinister cameramen in history ...
... Hitler's photographer
December 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
💥NEW EPISODE OUT TODAY💥
Kicking off our BRAND NEW Eyes on Empire series, @willdalrymple.bsky.social and @anitaanand.bsky.social discuss the one of the most sinister cameramen in history ...
... Hitler's photographer
Kicking off our BRAND NEW Eyes on Empire series, @willdalrymple.bsky.social and @anitaanand.bsky.social discuss the one of the most sinister cameramen in history ...
... Hitler's photographer
Reposted by William Dalrymple
Kori Schake: “The men who built this international order weren’t leftist college professors sitting around the faculty lounge. They were the people who had fought World War I and World War II and saw the damage of an unstable order.” www.foreignaffairs.com/podcasts/fea...
The Fear and Weakness at the Heart of Trump’s Strategy
A Conversation With Kori Schake
www.foreignaffairs.com
December 16, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Kori Schake: “The men who built this international order weren’t leftist college professors sitting around the faculty lounge. They were the people who had fought World War I and World War II and saw the damage of an unstable order.” www.foreignaffairs.com/podcasts/fea...
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Als jullie de kans krijgen om Lagaan te zien - doen! Bijzondere film.
m.imdb.com/title/tt0169...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0169...
December 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Als jullie de kans krijgen om Lagaan te zien - doen! Bijzondere film.
m.imdb.com/title/tt0169...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0169...