“Instead of knowledge informing our politics, it is now politics informing our knowledge.” --David Frum

Narrator: “It was at this moment that Dorgon approached his top commanders and quietly inquired about the readiness of the banners.” #lateMinghumor

An autopsy of an American automaker’s failed dream of making and selling jeeps in China reveals much about the delusional thinking of joint ventures in the 1980s. Read Jeremiah Jenne's latest China Archive pick, a look back at James Mann's "Beijing Jeep"

We know the Mongols burned cities and killed a lot of people, but from postal relay stations to paper money, they also connected the world in astonishing ways. Had a great chat with @EleanorJanega on History Hit💥 about the story behind the headline: Mongol Hordes conquer all.

It’s the 700th anniversary of one of history’s wildest adventures. By Their Own Compass Co-host Jeremiah Jenne recaps the incredible story of Ibn Battutah.

The strategy for "Making America Great" appears to be "Making America more like China" when it comes to history education and telling complex stories from the nation's past. nytimes.com/2025/06/13/cli…

In other news: Red Sox trade workers to San Francisco for two in-stadium ramen chefs and a fresh tarp for the infield. “It’s our new policy for recalcitrant employees,” explained team owner John Henry.

We’re not only about Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta. We also do the impact of famous beach movies on the travel industry, plus BONUS explorations of our co-host’s childhood traumas. Enjoy!

Henry Dunant's unsuccessful business trip to Solferino on June 24, 1859, inspired the founding of the International Red Cross. How a traumatic travel experience ultimately saved millions of lives. #ThisDateinHistory #RedCross #HenryDunant #ICRC #BattleofSolferino

Wonderful. I didn’t know you were a PiB alum. Excelsior!