Podcasts about Iron King

Either Dan Bongino and Kash Patel are corrupt liars or they are lying because they have been made to fear. There is no option where they are telling the truth and we all know it. So what then?Introduction* Opening Remarks (00:00:00 - 00:02:21)* The hosts, self-described as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," introduce the episode with a fiery tone, labeling themselves right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* The Philosopher King holds 51% of the power, while the Iron King is the "people's champ" and hosts the show with unfiltered energy due to Dusty's absence.* The hosts emphasize their Christian faith, with the Iron King declaring his love for Jesus Christ and urging listeners to follow Him.* Tone is set for a candid, no-holds-barred discussion, promising to "give it straight with no chaser."Main Topics Discussed* Criticism of Dan Bongino and Kash Patel (00:00:01 - 00:22:10)* Context: The hosts express frustration with conservative figures Dan Bongino and Kash Patel for statements made on a Sunday talk show (possibly CBS) regarding Jeffrey Epstein's death and the Butler County shooter.* Epstein's Death (00:10:43 - 00:17:18)* Bongino and Patel claimed Epstein killed himself, which the hosts vehemently reject, citing well-known inconsistencies:* Epstein was in a suicide-proof cell with paper sheets.* Cameras malfunctioned, and guards fell asleep, later being exonerated.* Three neck bones were broken, unusual for a suicide.* A cell phone was found in his possession, and his cellmate allegedly tried to kill him.* The hosts mock the "trust the files" narrative, referencing Steven Crowder's breakdown of the impossibility of Epstein's suicide.* They argue this reflects either coercion or complicity, highlighting the power of the "deep state."* Butler County Shooter (00:21:50 - 00:24:36)* Bongino and Patel dismissed conspiracy theories about the shooter, Matthew Thomas Crooks, claiming he acted alone.* The hosts counter with suspicious details:* Crooks' house was wiped clean, and his parents were heavily lawyered up.* His parents were psychologists, potentially linked to CIA-like manipulation.* A call to FBI headquarters was traced to his phone.* Security failures included an understaffed Secret Service, a sloped roof left unguarded, and CNN's rare coverage of the Trump rally that day.* They suggest an orchestrated assassination attempt meant to spark civil unrest, foiled by divine intervention.* Key Takeaway: The hosts view these statements as evidence of a controlled narrative, undermining trust in conservative leaders and exposing the impotence of political figures against systemic corruption.* Distrust in the System and Political Figures (00:18:51 - 00:29:00)* The hosts argue that the presidency and government are powerless against a "deep state" pulling the strings, using an Avenged Sevenfold music video as a metaphor for unseen powers controlling politicians.* They criticize the blind loyalty to figures like Trump, emphasizing that no politician can save America—only Christ can.* The hosts reject the "lesser of two evils" voting argument and lament the lack of principled leaders like Patrick Henry.* They cite Thomas Massie as a rare principled politician who achieves little due to systemic resistance, reinforcing their view that the government is not for the people.* Critique of Political Labels and Conservatism (00:07:35 - 00:09:30)* Referencing Joel Webbin's podcast, the hosts argue there are no true conservatives in government, only "liberals and liberals."* They identify as Christian nationalists, prioritizing biblical principles like truthfulness over political allegiance.* They express frustration with Republicans who attack principled critics rather than addressing systemic lies.* Societal Decline and Spiritual Perspective (00:04:19 - 00:05:55)* The hosts compare America's state to a self-implosion, likening it to biblical Judah facing internal collapse rather than external invasion.* They draw parallels to Elijah's time under Ahab and Jezebel, positioning themselves as voices crying out in the wilderness against a corrupt system.* The Minor Prophets provide "copium" for dealing with a seemingly lost cause, reinforcing their belief that only Christ, not human government, offers salvation.* Positive Developments and White Pills (00:15:21 - 00:19:00, 01:04:50 - 01:05:46)* Policy Wins: The hosts praise RFK Jr. for removing food dyes and challenging the ineffective HHS, as well as Trump for passing no tax on tips, though they push for broader tax reform like eliminating income tax.* Cultural Shifts: They highlight the rise in homeschooling and Christian schools as signs of a growing resistance to secular propaganda, attributing this to divine providence.* Incremental Change: While acknowledging small victories, they urge listeners not to settle, criticizing Republicans who celebrate minimal progress without pushing further.* Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson's Spiritual Awakening (01:13:31 - 01:20:02)* The hosts cite Joe Rogan attending a Protestant church and Tucker Carlson reading the Bible as evidence of a cultural shift toward Christianity.* Rogan, once dismissive of Christians, now sees the need for Jesus, influenced by guests like Wes Huff and Dave Smith.* Carlson's journey from atheism to faith further illustrates God's movement in influential figures.* This "mustard seed" growth of faith in prominent voices gives hope that God is working despite systemic corruption.* Call to Action for Christians (01:07:49 - 01:13:02)* The hosts reject withdrawing from society or violent rebellion, instead advocating for a long-term strategy of faithful Christian living:* Raise families to love Jesus, build strong churches, and spread faith organically.* Example: A friend running for mayor of Orlando, driven by faith, exemplifies local impact.* They emphasize that faith in Christ, not the system, will restore society, likening it to the kingdom of God growing like a mustard seed.* Evangelistic Appeal (01:20:06 - 01:25:56)* The hosts directly address non-believers, arguing that the world's evil reflects human sinfulness, which only Christ can redeem.* They challenge the notion of morality without God, asserting that evil (e.g., Epstein's actions) is only recognizable because of God's standard.* They call listeners to submit to Jesus, the only perfect founder of faith, for personal and societal transformation.Key Themes* Distrust in Institutions: The hosts view the government, FBI, and mainstream media as irredeemably corrupt, controlled by unseen forces.* Christian Faith as the Solution: They repeatedly affirm that only Jesus Christ, not political figures or systems, can save individuals and society.* Critique of Blind Loyalty: They challenge the idolization of politicians like Trump, urging listeners to prioritize principles over personalities.* Hope in Divine Providence: Despite systemic failures, the hosts see God moving through cultural shifts (e.g., Rogan, Carlson) and grassroots efforts (e.g., homeschooling).* Long-Term Faithfulness: They advocate for incremental, faith-driven change through strong families and churches, rejecting quick fixes or violence.Notable Quotes* On Epstein's Death: “You want me to believe that Jeffrey Epstein killed himself? Because just trust me, bro, I read the files.” (00:13:51)* On the System: “Trump's not in control of the country right now, guys. Sorry. He's not.” (00:19:00)* On Faith: “Faith belongs in only one place. That's Jesus Christ.” (01:12:03)* On Hope: “God will not be mocked. God is taking the number one and two voices in podcasting and turning them to Jesus.” (01:17:04)* On Evangelism: “What are you waiting for? What else do you need to see in 2025 at this point?” (01:20:27)Cultural References* Alex Jones: Quoted for his blunt style: “Don't crap and piss on me and tell me it's raining.” (00:03:18)* Avenged Sevenfold: Music video “The Stage” used to illustrate hidden powers controlling politicians. (00:19:14)* Lord of the Rings: The ring's destruction symbolizes the system's eventual collapse through its own corruption. (01:06:42)* The Matrix: Boomers are likened to those plugged into the Matrix, needing to wake up to reality. (01:00:23)* Narnia: “Aslan's on the move” as a metaphor for God's active work. (01:07:38)* Ghostbusters: “Cats and dogs living together” humorously describes the chaotic cultural shift. (01:20:02)Verse of the Day* Matthew 25:31-32: “When the Son of Man comes in His glory and all the angels with Him, then He will sit on His glorious throne and all nations will be gathered before Him. He will separate them one from another, just as the shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.”* Context: Emphasizes Jesus' ultimate authority and judgment, reinforcing the hosts' focus on His sovereignty.Closing Prayer (01:27:54 - 01:28:47)* The Iron King prays for listeners to seek righteousness, rely on Jesus, and raise families to love Him.* Prays for safety for Dusty in Chicago and the hosts' travels, asking for God's blessing on the “Rube Nation.”Call to Action* Visit kingsplaining.com or kingsplaining.substack.com for more content.* Like, share, subscribe, and comment to support the podcast.* Buy merchandise to help grow the show.* Spread the word fearlessly: “Be not afraid. Be of good cheer. Take heart.” (01:29:24)Final Notes* The episode is a passionate, unfiltered critique of political and cultural failures, balanced with a hopeful call to Christian faithfulness.* The hosts' raw style, humor, and biblical worldview aim to awaken listeners to systemic corruption while pointing to Jesus as the ultimate hope. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

Why is the world the way that it is? Is it just a result of the Fall? Or is there more than just that? Yes, there is. A spiritual war that has been raging since the dawn of time.Show Notes00:00:00 - 00:00:47* Introduction to Supernatural Beings* The episode opens with a discussion on the origins of deities, suggesting that they were real beings assigned to watch over nations but failed by directing worship to themselves instead of Yahweh.* Key Quote: "They were ones that were actually supposed to watch over these nations. And point them to Yahweh. But they failed and they started pointing the nations to themselves."00:00:47 - 00:02:09* Podcast Introduction and Banter* The hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," describing themselves as "right-wing extremists," "supernaturalists," and "Christian bigots" in a tongue-in-cheek manner.* They welcome listeners to the Kingsplaining Podcast, emphasizing its status as the "best podcast in the world."* The hosts express excitement for the month of May and discuss the upcoming summer, with the Iron King noting his kids will soon be home from school.* Key Quote: "Kingsplaining.com, the absolute best podcast in the entire world."00:02:09 - 00:04:12* Homeschooling and Family Dynamics* The Iron King shares his experience with homeschooling, describing it as a consistent and rewarding lifestyle.* The hosts discuss the emotional rollercoaster of wanting kids to go back to school but also enjoying their presence at home.* They touch on gender dynamics, humorously noting that women are agents of change while men seek stability.* Key Quote: "Women are agents of change. Men change once during puberty and then it's just stability."00:04:12 - 00:09:43* The 100 Men vs. One Gorilla Debate* The hosts dive into a viral cultural topic: whether 100 men could defeat a single gorilla in a fight.* They argue that while a gorilla would dominate in a 1v1 scenario, 100 men, especially if organized and including physically elite individuals, would likely win due to sheer numbers and intelligence.* They reference memes and pop culture (e.g., Mel Gibson converting the gorilla, Harambe) to highlight the humorous zeitgeist surrounding the debate.* Key Quote: "100 dudes coming at one gorilla, Hundo's going to win that fight."00:09:43 - 00:12:09* Political Commentary: Absence of "Orange Man Bad"* The hosts note a shift in political discourse, observing that the intense anti-Trump rhetoric ("Orange Man Bad") has been overshadowed by lighter cultural debates like the gorilla question.* They critique the unfulfilled predictions of societal collapse under Trump's administration, now 100 days in.* They discuss Democratic complaints about Trump not lowering prices as promised, pointing out the hypocrisy given the price hikes during the Biden administration.* Key Quote: "We were promised a complete and total collapse of society. And we're 100 days into the Trump administration."00:12:09 - 00:21:41* Trump's First 100 Days: Favorite Policies* Philosopher King's Favorite: Trade War and Tariffs* The Philosopher King praises Trump's tariff policies, arguing they counteract the hollowing out of American manufacturing and support the middle class.* He acknowledges libertarian critiques (tariffs as taxes) but supports them as tactical tools to balance trade inequities with countries like China.* Key Quote: "These are weaponized tariffs. These are tactical tariffs. And I like that."* Iron King's Perspective on Tariffs* The Iron King agrees, likening tariffs to a scale that reveals economic truths, encouraging consumers to buy American-made goods.* He references the Trump-Bezos feud over Amazon showing tariff costs on receipts, viewing it as a political stunt but ultimately beneficial for transparency.* Key Quote: "I actually want you to see how much the tariff is going to cost you. Because then it's going to force you to say, maybe I should buy in America."* Additional Policy Discussion* The hosts mention proposed tax relief measures (e.g., no tax on tips, overtime, or incentives for buying American cars) and subsidies for relocating factories to the U.S.* They express skepticism about long-term subsidies but support temporary measures to boost domestic production.* Key Quote: "The more that we produce here, the easier it will be to do that."00:21:41 - 00:29:32* Trump's First 100 Days: Disappointments* Iron King's Disappointment: Border Security and Deportations* The Iron King praises the reduction in border crossings but is disappointed by the lower deportation numbers compared to Biden's first 100 days.* He criticizes judicial pushback against deportations and questions the authority of the judicial branch, advocating for stronger action.* Key Quote: "What army does the judicial branch have? What authority does the judicial branch have?"* Philosopher King's Disappointment: Anti-Semitism Crackdowns* The Philosopher King sarcastically critiques the focus on arresting people for anti-Semitism, viewing it as a pretext for censorship.* He connects this to broader issues of selective outrage and power structures.* Key Quote: "I'm not interested in this fight against anti-Semitism. Not in the way that they're doing it because it's really just censorship."* Shared Disappointment: Epstein Files* Both hosts express frustration over the lack of arrests related to the Epstein files, questioning the administration's commitment to justice.* They highlight the suspicious death of Virginia Giuffre and the lack of accountability for Ghislaine Maxwell's clients.* Key Quote: "I cannot trust your ability to dole out justice if you refuse to do something about it."* Positive Note: Resistance to War* The hosts commend Trump for resisting calls for war with Iran and Ukraine, despite pressure from neocons and foreign leaders.* Key Quote: "I like that there's pushback against going to war with Iran for no reason."00:29:32 - 01:36:36 (Truncated Section Summarized)* Supernatural and Biblical Discussion* The hosts shift to a deep exploration of biblical prophecy, focusing on Revelation 6 and 9, which describe apocalyptic events, demonic entities, and the wrath of God.* They discuss the concept of a "breakaway civilization," where elites prepare for catastrophic events by building underground bunkers, possibly in anticipation of divine judgment.* They reference Revelation 6, where the powerful hide in caves, calling for mountains to fall on them to escape God's wrath, and connect it to modern elite behavior (e.g., the Obamas' oceanfront property despite climate change warnings).* The hosts speculate on the spiritual nature of these events, suggesting that fallen angels or demonic entities (the "old gods") influence global affairs.* Key Quote: "The elites serve a different master. And it's the same masters that have been here for millennia."* Revelation 9 and Apocalyptic Imagery* They discuss Revelation 9's description of a pit opening, releasing scorpion-like entities, and draw parallels to Noah's time (150 days).* They emphasize the Bible's supernatural elements as a lens for understanding current events.* Key Quote: "We're just reading Revelation because the Bible is always true."01:36:36 - 01:44:59* Connecting to the Normies and Spiritual Warfare* The hosts urge listeners to pay attention to elite actions, not just words, citing examples like the Obamas' contradictory behavior.* They frame the world as a spiritual battlefield, with Christians as infiltrators advancing God's kingdom against demonic forces.* They argue that Jesus' authority, granted at Calvary, empowers believers to preach the gospel and resist evil.* The hosts critique modern paganism and Islam as tools of Satan, describing Islam as a force of submission that threatens Western Christendom.* Key Quote: "We are literally an infiltration. We're people of the way. What you're describing is a war, a spiritual war."* Biblical Truth as a Defense* The Iron King emphasizes that their understanding comes from scripture, not personal intelligence, which protects them from cultural deceptions (e.g., COVID, George Floyd).* They highlight a global revival, with people turning to Jesus amid increasing evil.* Key Quote: "When you cling to truth, all the lies fade. When you cling to truth, you win the victory because this is a spiritual war."01:44:59 - 01:53:58* Supernatural Elements in Scripture* The hosts list bizarre biblical phenomena to underscore the reality of the supernatural: lion men, goblins, talking donkeys, time travel (e.g., Moses and Elijah at the Transfiguration), and miracles like Jesus walking on water or Elijah calling fire from heaven.* They argue that these events challenge naturalistic worldviews and suggest that myths (e.g., vampires, werewolves, dragons) have biblical origins in corrupted flesh or demonic activity.* Key Quote: "All of the weird stuff that you are told that is not real has an origin story somewhere."* Examples of Biblical Supernatural Events* Moses' glowing face, Jesus' transfiguration, Elijah's chariot of fire, Samson's feats, and Ezekiel's vision of dry bones.* The hosts assert that God's power continues today, despite skepticism from some theologians.* Key Quote: "Our God is in complete control, and he's doing supernatural things through spiritual power."01:53:58 - 02:01:14* Final Thoughts: Sin, Not Skin* Philosopher King's Final Thoughts* He emphasizes that despite the influence of the kingdom of darkness, Jesus holds all authority, and the kingdom of God is advancing.* He encourages listeners not to fear the "breakaway civilization," as it will face divine judgment.* Key Quote: "Don't fear the breakaway civilization. It will face judgment and it will not go well for them."* Iron King's Final Thoughts: Addressing Racial Narratives* The Iron King critiques the overemphasis on racial crime statistics (e.g., 53% of violent crimes by 13% of the population) and compares it to abortion, which kills over a million babies annually.* He highlights that 64% of abortion doctors are white and 74% are male, contrasting this with the lower percentage of black abortion doctors (6%).* He argues that evil is a sin problem, not a racial one, and calls for repentance across all demographics.* Key Quote: "The issue with evil is it's a sin problem, not a skin problem."* Statistics Breakdown* Violent crime deaths: ~46,000/year (half suicides), ~10,000 attributed to African Americans.* Abortion deaths: ~1,000,000/year, with 640,000 facilitated by white doctors.* Key Quote: "White dudes kill way more babies than black dudes from the hood in violent crimes."02:01:14 - 02:03:52* Verse of the Day and Prayer* Verse: Ephesians 3:20-21* "Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen."* Prayer* The Philosopher King prays for God to thwart Satan's plans, expand His kingdom, and glorify Himself.* He asks for believers to build on God's foundation with generosity, truth, and love, anticipating Christ's return.* Key Quote: "I pray that you would thwart the designs of the evil one and his agents, the old gods."02:03:52 - 02:04:19* Closing Remarks* The hosts wrap up, encouraging listeners to like, share, and subscribe to spread the podcast's message.* They reaffirm their service to Jesus, the King of Kings, and humorously reference Michelle Obama's recent gaffe.* Key Quote: "Your two kings serve the King of Kings, Christ Jesus."Key Themes* Supernatural Worldview: The hosts interpret global events through a biblical lens, emphasizing spiritual warfare and the reality of demonic influences.* Political Analysis: They critique both the successes (tariffs, border security) and failures (Epstein files, deportation pushback) of Trump's first 100 days.* Cultural Commentary: From the gorilla debate to racial crime statistics, they challenge mainstream narratives with humor and data.* Spiritual Call to Action: They urge listeners to cling to biblical truth, resist evil, and advance God's kingdom.Notable Quotes* "The Bible is always true."* "We are literally an infiltration. We're people of the way."* "The issue with evil is it's a sin problem, not a skin problem."* "Don't fear the breakaway civilization. It will face judgment."Action Items* Visit Kingsplaining.com for more content.* Share the podcast to spread its message.* Reflect on Ephesians 3:20-21 and pray for God's kingdom to advance.Next Episode: Tune in next week for more discussions from the Rube Empire! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

The JFK files were finally released and in some ways it confirms exactly what we already knew and in other ways it shows even more than we thought it would. 9 Shooters. Mossad funding. Our part in government is not as it seems.Opening Segment (00:00:00 - 00:07:06)* Introduction:* Hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," identifying as right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* Philosopher King (51% power) and Iron King (the people's champ) humorously acknowledge their bombastic style.* Dusty, the producer, is introduced as the "Aviary King" and "Hoosier."* Apology for Fake News:* Iron King apologizes for falling for a QAnon-related story claiming Obama profited from Obamacare, admitting it was debunked.* Reflects on past mistakes (e.g., predicting California would vote red) and vows to stick to "real stuff."* Podcast Purpose:* Over six years and 378 episodes, the show aims to provide tangible information from a biblical worldview, avoiding mainstream "BoomerCon" or liberal narratives.* Hosts thank listeners for feedback, emphasizing their impact and commitment to truth.Main Topics (00:07:15 - 01:27:32)* Yemen Bombing (00:07:15 - 00:12:15)* Story: U.S. bombed Yemen, killing 53 people (including 5 women and 3 children) this week, targeting Houthi rebels.* Discussion:* Hosts question the "America First" narrative, noting no direct Houthi attacks on U.S. soil.* Critique U.S. involvement, suggesting it benefits Saudi Arabia (petrodollar ally) rather than American interests.* Highlight lack of mainstream media coverage, attributing it to public anti-war sentiment.* Gaza Ceasefire Collapse (00:12:15 - 00:18:00)* Story: Ceasefire in Gaza ended three days ago, with Israel resuming attacks, claiming Hamas didn't release all hostages.* Discussion:* Hosts challenge Israel's credibility, citing alleged lies about October 7th.* Argue U.S. weapons fuel the conflict, questioning why America is involved.* Note media silence, contrasting it with Ukraine coverage as a distraction.* Trump vs. Thomas Massie (00:18:00 - 00:21:57)* Story: Trump criticized Rep. Thomas Massie, comparing him to Liz Cheney, despite Massie's principled stance.* Discussion:* Praise Massie as the only House member not taking AIPAC money, opposing foreign entanglements and government waste.* Criticize Trump for attacking Massie while sending $3 billion to Israel and allowing U.S. weapons use abroad.* Note public support rallied around Massie, not Trump.* "Christ is King" Controversy (00:21:57 - 00:27:46)* Story: Daily Wire (Jordan Peterson et al.) labeled "Christ is King" as offensive, linking it to Christian nationalism or BLM tactics.* Discussion:* Philosopher King critiques its use as a purity test (e.g., Jack Posobiec's exchange), but denies it's anti-Semitic.* Iron King rejects BLM comparison, emphasizing "Christ is King" is a truth, not a violent movement.* See it as a distraction from Yemen/Gaza killings.Final Thoughts (01:41:49 - 02:09:07)* Iron King (01:41:49 - 01:52:28)* Topic: Cultural infiltration of churches.* Points: Contrasts Christians saving others with external groups (e.g., LGBTQ) targeting kids in church spaces, citing First Baptist Orlando's controversy and ex-Gateway Church pastor Robert Morris.* Dusty (01:52:28 - 02:03:20)* Topic: Companies prioritizing profit over value.* Points: Examples like Uber, Netflix, and Amazon show initial problem-solving turning into exploitative pricing (surge fees, subscriptions, commercials), driven by shareholder demands.* Philosopher King (02:03:20 - 02:09:07)* Topic: Federal judges blocking Trump's agenda.* Points: Obama-appointed judges obstruct justice (e.g., DOGE access, deportations), proving the system's corruption. Debates burning it down vs. preserving principles, suggesting a breakup into smaller unions (e.g., Florida Alliance).Closing (02:09:23 - 02:11:34)* Verse of the Day: Hebrews 13:16 - "Do not neglect to do what is good and to share, for God is pleased with such sacrifices."* Prayer: Dusty prays for guidance and glorification of God through the podcast.* Outro: Encourages listeners to like, share, subscribe, and comment at kingsplaining.com, emphasizing their service to Christ, the King of Kings.Key Themes: Anti-war sentiment, distrust of government and media, biblical worldview, principled conservatism, critique of corporate greed and cultural shifts. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

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5 Trillion Dollars of Unregulated Spending!! Need we say more? “but D.O.G.E. is unelected!” They work at the behest of the head of the executive branch you dolt!Kingsplaining Podcast Show NotesDate: Recorded prior to February 22, 2025 (exact date not specified in transcript)Hosts: The Philosopher King (Ivory Tower) and The Strong One (Iron King)Website: kingsplaining.com | kingsplaining.substack.comDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 56 minutesIntroduction (00:00:00 - 00:01:01)* Opening discussion on free speech as a supposed catalyst for dictatorship, challenged by the hosts as a flawed leap in logic.* Critique of the "stupid cattle" (general population) narrative, suggesting people latch onto ideas without reasoning.Welcome to Kingsplaining Podcast (00:01:01 - 00:02:53)* Hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," self-described right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* Philosopher King shares an epiphany: if Florida didn't exist, The Strong One might live in Texas, praising Texas after a recent trip to Houston and Austin.* Light-hearted banter about Black History Month.Sports Talk: Hockey vs. NBA (00:02:53 - 00:07:24)* Discussion shifts to sports, contrasting a recent USA vs. Canada hockey game (where Canada booed the U.S. anthem and lost) with the lackluster NBA All-Star game.* Critique of modern NBA players' lack of physicality and camaraderie compared to hockey players' intensity, even in an exhibition tournament.* Mention of declining NBA viewership (down 13% from last year).Canada, Politics, and Cultural Critique (00:07:24 - 00:11:12)* Reflection on Canada's reaction to U.S. tariffs and perceived hypocrisy in shows like Letterkenny.* Speculation on Zelensky's absence from peace talks (noted to be in California) and the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a money-laundering scheme.* Brief tangent on plane crashes and air travel fears tied to DEI and Agenda 2030.Air Travel and Societal Control (00:11:12 - 00:14:54)* Hosts express nervousness about air travel safety, linking it to Agenda 2030's aim to limit movement for environmental reasons.* Comparison to pandemic restrictions and examples of resistance (e.g., England tearing down cameras).* Concerns about future political shifts as 2030 approaches under Trump's administration.Kash Patel and FBI Reform (00:14:54 - 00:20:01)* Discussion of Kash Patel's appointment as FBI Director and hopes for uncovering corruption (e.g., Epstein list, Steele Dossier, JFK assassination).* Skepticism about evidence being destroyed before Patel's arrival.Trump's Cabinet Appointments (00:20:01 - 00:27:28)* Overview of Trump's cabinet picks, including:* Kash Patel (FBI), Pete Hegseth (Defense), RFK Jr. (Health), Tulsi Gabbard (Intelligence), Pam Bondi (Attorney General), Marco Rubio (Secretary of State), Scott Bessent (Treasury), and others.* Critique of cabinet diversity (age, ideology) and specific appointees like Scott Bessent (controversial for personal life) and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (perceived as DEI hire).* Hope for dismantling wasteful programs (e.g., bird flu chicken culls).Elon Musk and Doge (00:27:28 - 00:34:42)* Praise for Elon Musk's achievements (Tesla, SpaceX, X, etc.) and his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), uncovering $5 trillion in wasteful spending.* Anecdote about an Uber driver (ex-Philadelphia cop) dismissing Musk's efforts, countered by examples of absurd government spending (e.g., Sesame Street for Iranians, transgender programs in Guatemala).Age, Respect, and Technology (00:34:42 - 00:47:01)* Debate on respecting elders vs. younger generations' technological superiority (e.g., coding skills).* Critique of boomer resistance to change and midwit mentality (overvaluing credentials, resisting reality).* Examples of generational misunderstandings (e.g., “roll down the window” vs. modern cars).Social Security Fraud Exposed (00:47:01 - 00:51:08)* Discussion of Doge uncovering Social Security fraud: 3.9 million people listed as 130-139 years old, one at 360 years old.* Outrage at media and Democrats defending this as noble rather than corrupt, tying it to 2020 election anomalies.Media and Religious Corruption (00:51:08 - 00:54:54)* Revelation that Christianity Today received government funds, explaining its shift to woke stances (e.g., supporting Hillary Clinton over Trump).* Critique of the Catholic Church and Rick Warren for similar ideological drifts.Trump's Pfizer Gaffe and MAGA Response (00:54:54 - 00:58:35)* Trump's misstep inviting Pfizer's head to the White House, met with boos from MAGA crowd, showing they're not blindly loyal.* Comparison to potential backlash if he endorsed Planned Parenthood.Deborah Birx and COVID Revisionism (00:58:35 - 01:07:28)* Anger at Deborah Birx on Piers Morgan claiming COVID shots weren't meant as vaccines, despite pushing them as such.* Accusation of shifting blame to Fauci (pardoned by Biden) as states prepare lawsuits, with Piers Morgan failing to challenge her due to his own vax advocacy.Germany and Free Speech (01:07:28 - 01:09:55)* Critique of Germany's free speech restrictions, rebutting claims that it led to Nazi rise (noting Hitler suppressed speech).* Sarcastic jab at European views on free speech as evil.Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks (01:09:55 - 01:18:25)* Confusion over Zelensky's absence from peace talks (in California) while Ukraine weakens against Russia.* Assertion that Russia achieved its goals (ports, energy), with U.S. withdrawal under Trump likely forcing Ukraine to yield.* Mockery of unchanging maps and NATO's relevance.Midwits and Delusion (01:19:21 - 01:30:58)* Definition of “midwits”: average intellects who think they're geniuses, blindly following media narratives.* Examples: AOC calling Musk dumb, liberals blaming Trump for unrelated events (e.g., Canadian plane crash).* Contrast with self-aware “dumb” and “smart” people who recognize their limits.Personal Reflection and Morality (01:30:58 - 01:36:28)* Iron King shares a friend's 10-year false rape accusation ordeal, turning him to Jesus.* Lesson: Past moral failures don't negate truth; Christians must boldly uphold it despite personal shortcomings.Final Thoughts (01:36:28 - 01:51:00)* The StwrongOne: Outrage at establishment (e.g., Chuck Schumer) defending wasteful spending while pitying deluded defenders who deny reality, like a cheated spouse refusing to see truth.* Philosopher King: Defers final thought to next week due to time, promises to post on Substack.Closing Verse and Prayer (01:51:43 - 01:56:06)* Verse: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Emphasizes God's inevitable triumph, not just peace.* Prayer: Gratitude for gathering, prayer for a friend's struggling family, and blessings in Jesus' name.* Outro: Encouragement to like, share, subscribe, and tell friends in “Trump's America.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, the #2Kings delve into the current political and cultural wildfires, both literal and metaphorical, from California's ongoing fires to political resignations and the surprising spread of the Gospel on mainstream platforms. They discuss the implications of recent events, the political landscape, and offer a Christian perspective on contemporary issues. Kingsplaining is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Key Points:* California Fires: Discussion on the ongoing wildfires in California, with a mix of humor and critique, questioning the effectiveness of state governance and emergency responses.* Political Resignations: Commentary on recent political figures stepping down, notably Justin Trudeau, and speculation on the timing and political implications.* Trump's Actions: Various actions by Trump, including threats to Mexico, considerations for Greenland, and his approach to cartels as terrorist organizations.* Global Politics: Touching on Venezuela's political situation, the Panama Canal issue, and the U.S. military presence abroad.* Biblical Reliability: The hosts celebrate the discussion on Joe Rogan's podcast where the reliability of the Bible was defended, highlighting the significance of this moment in reaching a broader audience.Time Stamps:* (00:00:00) - Opening remarks and California fires commentary* (00:30:00) - Discussion on political resignations and implications* (00:45:00) - Trump's policies and actions* (01:00:00) - International issues like Venezuela and Panama Canal* (01:15:00) - The Gospel on Joe Rogan's showNotable Quotes:"Move the F out of California. Let it burn in hell and don't come here." - The Strong One, highlighting frustration and satire regarding the state's situation."The only gap in human advancement is the fact that people are just, they don't have enough information." - Referenced by The Strong One, discussing the irony of information availability in the modern age.Resources Mentioned:* Joe Rogan's podcast episode with Wesley Huff discussing the Bible's trustworthiness.* The book "The Fourth Turning" - mentioned in relation to historical cycles and current events.Guests:* Hosted by The Philosopher King, The Iron King, and The King of the Aviary.Final Thoughts:* The StwrongOne reflects on the paradox of information availability and human stupidity.* The Philosopher King discusses the impact of spreading the Gospel through modern platforms like Joe Rogan's podcast.Prayer:* Ends with a prayer for guidance and perspective in the face of worldly chaos, emphasizing hope through faith.Call to Action:* Encouragement to like, share, and subscribe to spread the message of the podcast. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

Philip the Fair's beloved daughter Isabella comes to his rooms in the dead of night with scandalous news: his son's wives are having affairs. Philip reacts to this revelation with an explosion of paranoia, violence and cruelty. As The Iron King does everything he can to secure his dynasty, he sows the seeds of its ultimate downfall.  A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills   Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Additional Production - Harry Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philip the Fair turns his owl-like gaze onto the mighty order of the Knights Templar. They have amassed a huge amount of wealth: wealth Philip wants. He and his lawyer concoct a plan to take on one of the most famous holy orders in all of Christendom.  A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills   Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philip the Fair is determined to take control of the kingdom of Flanders, in his dream of a united France. But when he attacks, the people of Flanders throw up an astonishing resistance, defeating the French army and slaying some of its finest knights. The Iron King vows revenge, but it will come at a truly terrible cost.  A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills   Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philip the Fair's vindictive nature ignites when a drunken bishop mouths off about him, calling him “a useless owl”. Possibly not the most devastating burn, but Philip isn't one to suffer insults, however slight. This sets him on the path to collide with another of Europe's massive egos, The Pope. Things escalate into a truly deranged smear campaign and culminate in, arguably, the most blasphemous slap in history.  A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills   Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are the Knights Templar surrounded by myths and legends? Is there any truth to the tales of the Holy Grail or that the Knights survived? Why does this medieval order, which disappeared in the 14th century, continue to enthral us today?To uncover the real history of the Knights Templar we are joined by Dan Jones - historian, author, podcaster and host of This Is History, whose new series The Iron King is all about man who destroyed the Templars - King Philip the Fair.Edited by Tomos Delargy. Produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code AFTERDARK sign up at https://historyhit.com/subscription/ 

Philip the Fair begins his reign with a strange, robot-like attitude and a fevered dedication to restoring the glory of France. As naval skirmishes in the channel escalate with the most unusual war tactics, Philip is faced with his first real challenge as leader: a showdown with Plantagenet bully, King Edward I.     A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills   Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A suspected royal poisoning. A bloody rebellion in Sicily. A dying king fleeing across the mountains. The stage is set for the reign of one of the coldest rulers from all of the Middle Ages: Philip the Fair.  A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Written and hosted by Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Georgia Mills Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Chris O'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bestseller and broadcaster Dan Jones has been busy with a whole bunch of new projects since he was last on The Medieval Podcast. This week, Danièle catches up with Dan about his latest documentaries, novels, and hit podcast - and together they share some exciting news for medieval fans. To listen to Danièle and Dan introduce The Iron King, go to https://listen.sonymusic-podcasts.link/i_QB7rbc 

This is History is taking a trip to France, to bring you the bloody tale of one of the canniest, cruellest and most handsome kings in all of the Middle Ages: Philip the Fair. Dan Jones speaks to Danièle Cybulskie about Philip's incredible reign, and what we can expect from this special, six-part series.  A Somethin' Else & Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices.  Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  Presented by Dan Jones and Danièle Cybulskie Producer - Hannah Talbot  Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri  Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design and Mixing - Gulliver Lawrence-Tickell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harold the Forest Druid, the thief Tomi Tynglefingers, aided once more by Timothy the Immolator, and their new friend Growly Pete, are hired on by a high priestess of the Iron King to breach a mysterious stone demon head atop a hill overlooking a village and retrieve an artifact she apparently can't just get herself. What could go wrong?

Today we talk about iron working, economics and climate change. Then we watch Assur-Dan II flay his enemies alive and hang their skins from the city wall. The doldrums of the Bronze Age Collapse are now officially over and a new age is rising - an age of iron and an age of empire. The most exciting and historically important period of Mesopotamian history begins now. Also, check out the spin off channel by searching Christ and Questions, or going here: or seeing it on youtube here: https://youtube.com/@ChristandQuestions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/oldeststories/message

Philip the Fair, also called "the Iron King", is about to prove himself a real dark horse in our little competition! Quiet but cunning, from a young age he proved himself a very prudent man but not afraid to execute ruthless moves when he needed to. As well as fighting wars on all fronts, Philip consolidated and improved upon the gains of previous kings using a very special new weapon ... LAWYERS. He'll use them to ensnare even the most untouchable enemies, from the holy order of the Templars to the Pope himself. Let the reign of the Pigeon begin!!!⚜️  Visit our Wordpress for episode images, score summaries, contact details and more! Make sure you leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen!You can also support the show on:Ko-Fi, where you can buy us a coffee and contribute a small amount to the show. Patreon, where you can join the official Angry Mob and get access to our bonus content: movie reviews, deep dives and bonus judgements!Support the show⚜️CATEGORIESBen and Eliza each give a score out of 10 for the first 4 categories. The 5th is determined by maths! The result is a total score out of 100. Enchanté: The shallow, first-impressions round: How fabulous and iconic an image have they passed down to us? En Garde: (A.K.A. “Selfish Wins”) How well did they gain and increase their personal power, either through scheming, statesmanship or good old fashion battles? Voulez-Vous: (A.K.A. “Selfless Wins”) How much would we want to live under their regime? How well did they better the world around them through law reforms and cultural projects? Ouh-Là-Là: How pearl-clutchingly scandalous were the events of their life, both in their time and down through the ages? How mad, bad and dangerous were they to know? La Vie en Throne: How many years did they reign, and how many of their children survived them? Read how these points are awarded. View all scores.

In this episode of the Mer Herosner Podcast, we discuss the life of King Ashot II, The Iron King. From his trials and tribulations to his impressive tabulations, this is a story you don't want to miss!Whether you're a fan of history or not, this is a story that you'll want to hear. King Ashot II, The Iron King is a fascinating figure who has left an indelible mark on the history of Armenia. If you're curious about history or just want to learn more about Armenia, then this is the episode for you!Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/TZ16CsGbWScSupport the showFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/merherosner/

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Track Listing 01 - It's Never Too Late 3:12 02 - Dreamland 3:20 03 - What I'm Waiting For 3:46 04 - The Iron King 3:13 05 - Great Unknown 3:54 06 - Last Embrace 4:07 07 - Free 4:06 08 - Kill! Kill! Kill! 3:27 09 - Compromise 3:32 10 - Black Mind Hole --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brutally-delicious/message

The Iron King is done and the Rube Empire will follow him. No Quarter November means we are not qualifying the truth. The truth is what it is and we stand by it. Support the stream: https://streamlabs.com/plausiblefoolishness/tip Continue the Discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/XwTxqHEbJf

TSC266. In today's episode of the Snack Covenant, Sophie, Sin and Aesir talk about Nadalia, the Bride of Ash, the Iron King, the Fume Knight, Nashandra, and explain some other characters lore.

Moustache Mountain and Smith & Carter show why they are two of the best tag teams in WWE! Dani Luna asserts her dominance over Xia Brookside, Charlie Dempsey makes brutal debut, and The Irish Ace and the Iron King go to war in the main event. Our highs and lows, our thoughts and show review, plus tidbits and questions from the Discord - all from your boys Jay and Troy on this weeks episode.

My dear child, I'm going to marry you off to a psycho madman who murdered your brother. You will have to live with him for the rest of your life. How does that sound? Actually don't answer you don't have a say in it anyway. Oh, and by the way, did I mention he's a red head?

The Iron King is back and he's upset about what's going down in the Tokyo Olympics. 

Ilya Dragunov punches his ticket to a NXTUK title rematch against Walter and Diamond Mine makes its debut this week on NXTUK and NXT respectively. The boys of Draped in Gold break down all the action, while Flobo is upset the chat is agreeing with Jack on his birthday of all weeks. DrapedInGold.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drapedingold/support

Heroes DO do that. Get to work, Batman. Support the show on Patreon and Ko-Fi! Shop the BumbleStore! Find all previous questions on the Q&A Master List! Show Information Your hosts: Ian "BumbleKing" Flynn - Head writer of Sonic the Hedgehog comics for IDW Publishing and Mega Man for Archie Comics, Narrative Director for Rivals of Aether, writing for Archie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more Kyle "KyleJCrb" Crouse - Founder & Administrator of the KNGI Network, host of the Nitro Game Injection video game music podcast Subscribe and listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Google Play RSS Feed for podcast apps and readers Check out BumbleKing Comics and the KNGI Network Like BumbleKing Comics & KNGI on Facebook Follow @BumbleKast, @IanFlynnBKC & @KyleJCrb on Twitter Get some BumbleGear at the BumbleStore Original music in this episode composed by Ken "coda" Snyder, used with permission – Check out his music on Bandcamp Special Thanks to our friends at Noise Channel! Pay what you want for the theme song and more great music as part of their charity compilation Noisechan & Nugget: Adventures in Chiptunes Want to have your product promoted on the show? Check out the Patreon site to find out how! Want to ask us a question? Ask at: Twitter at @BumbleKast Email bumblekast [at] yahoo [dot] com YouTube comments Patrons can post on Patreon – https://patreon.com/bumblekast PRIORITY Q&A Speed Weed So, have either of you played Hollow Knight by chance? If not, I highly recommend it, great metroidvania, but if so, how do you feel about that dark souls-like troupe of NPCs giving off dialogue for world-building in a depressing bug game like that? And also, what would be your favorite aspect of the game, world or lore reason included, if you have one? Finally, are you all for the eldritch abyss or the eldritch living gods of the world? That last part is less of an overall hollow knight question, more of a very specific hollow knight question to satisfy my burning desire to discuss those obscure bits of hollow knight lore. Diane W. What were you go-to kids channel to watch your favourite shows everyday; Fox Kids, WB Kids, Cartoon Network, or Nickelodeon? I know this isn't really my place to ask since I'm British, I mostly grew up with the likes of CBBC, and CiTV, but because I've been watching videos from a YouTuber about the shows that they've grew up with, it got me curious hear what shows or TV channels people like you grew up on. Thanks. STANDARD Q&A Tik Tik Recently, we found out about something that Batman cannot do, which has caused a bit of a stir online becuase "heroes don't do that." Ian (and Kyle, if you'd like), consider the major adult characters of your various works. Would you consider them "selfish lovers?" SkullxCake Will we ever see Dr. Eggman and Dr. Starline teaming up again in the future? Or are they done for good? breezy are you two fans of NiGHTS in any capacity? there was a brief run of a NiGHTS comic back in ye olde archie days, do you think if SEGA gave the order you guys would try your hand at it? (or any sega series for that matter, like billy hatcher or space channel 5? a handful showed up in worlds unite and i think they have comic potential) PC-The-Unicorn What's the rule in regards to Vanilla fighting? AwesomeCakester If you could see or be involved in another side story for IDW Sonic on characters that aren't Sonic, who would you like to see? Pentagon Can people used the chaos force to prolong thier lifespan and slow down their aging process tKoS After learning that Jun Kun was one of the Khans, does this mean the Iron King is a cyborg? If so, how different are his cybernetics compared to Ken's? Gawdzilla Where does Omega go to restock and resupply? Dove To Ian: If Sega tapped you to create a video game, and gave you absolute creative freedom what kind of game would you make?

Heroes DO do that. Get to work, Batman. Support the show on Patreon and Ko-Fi! Shop the BumbleStore! Find all previous questions on the Q&A Master List! Show Information Your hosts: Ian "BumbleKing" Flynn - Head writer of Sonic the Hedgehog comics for IDW Publishing and Mega Man for Archie Comics, Narrative Director for Rivals of Aether, writing for Archie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more Kyle "KyleJCrb" Crouse - Founder & Administrator of the KNGI Network, host of the Nitro Game Injection video game music podcast Subscribe and listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Google Play RSS Feed for podcast apps and readers Check out BumbleKing Comics and the KNGI Network Like BumbleKing Comics & KNGI on Facebook Follow @BumbleKast, @IanFlynnBKC & @KyleJCrb on Twitter Get some BumbleGear at the BumbleStore Original music in this episode composed by Ken "coda" Snyder, used with permission – Check out his music on Bandcamp Special Thanks to our friends at Noise Channel! Pay what you want for the theme song and more great music as part of their charity compilation Noisechan & Nugget: Adventures in Chiptunes Want to have your product promoted on the show? Check out the Patreon site to find out how! Want to ask us a question? Ask at: Twitter at @BumbleKast Email bumblekast [at] yahoo [dot] com YouTube comments Patrons can post on Patreon – https://patreon.com/bumblekast PRIORITY Q&A Speed Weed So, have either of you played Hollow Knight by chance? If not, I highly recommend it, great metroidvania, but if so, how do you feel about that dark souls-like troupe of NPCs giving off dialogue for world-building in a depressing bug game like that? And also, what would be your favorite aspect of the game, world or lore reason included, if you have one? Finally, are you all for the eldritch abyss or the eldritch living gods of the world? That last part is less of an overall hollow knight question, more of a very specific hollow knight question to satisfy my burning desire to discuss those obscure bits of hollow knight lore. Diane W. What were you go-to kids channel to watch your favourite shows everyday; Fox Kids, WB Kids, Cartoon Network, or Nickelodeon? I know this isn't really my place to ask since I'm British, I mostly grew up with the likes of CBBC, and CiTV, but because I've been watching videos from a YouTuber about the shows that they've grew up with, it got me curious hear what shows or TV channels people like you grew up on. Thanks. STANDARD Q&A Tik Tik Recently, we found out about something that Batman cannot do, which has caused a bit of a stir online becuase "heroes don't do that." Ian (and Kyle, if you'd like), consider the major adult characters of your various works. Would you consider them "selfish lovers?" SkullxCake Will we ever see Dr. Eggman and Dr. Starline teaming up again in the future? Or are they done for good? breezy are you two fans of NiGHTS in any capacity? there was a brief run of a NiGHTS comic back in ye olde archie days, do you think if SEGA gave the order you guys would try your hand at it? (or any sega series for that matter, like billy hatcher or space channel 5? a handful showed up in worlds unite and i think they have comic potential) PC-The-Unicorn What's the rule in regards to Vanilla fighting? AwesomeCakester If you could see or be involved in another side story for IDW Sonic on characters that aren't Sonic, who would you like to see? Pentagon Can people used the chaos force to prolong thier lifespan and slow down their aging process tKoS After learning that Jun Kun was one of the Khans, does this mean the Iron King is a cyborg? If so, how different are his cybernetics compared to Ken's? Gawdzilla Where does Omega go to restock and resupply? Dove To Ian: If Sega tapped you to create a video game, and gave you absolute creative freedom what kind of game would you make?

Interview with Julie Kagawa and J. T. Nicholas. Julie is the author of the Iron Fey series of YA Fantasy books, starting with The Iron King. J. T. is the author of the New Lyons Sequence  series and most recently, Stolen Earth.  In this episode, we discuss similarities between fantasy and science fiction, as well as differences, and what it's like to be a writing couple.Like the podcast episode? You can "Buy me a Coffee" as a thank you! I'll even give you a free short story to show my gratitude. Thank you!* Links in these show notes may be affiliate links. I may make a small percentage from your purchase. I would always want you to buy from a local, independent store, but if you are looking to use Amazon, I would appreciate you considering my links. Thank you!

With NXT Takeover Vengeance Day in the Books, Jack and Flobo are BACK to chat all things black and gold. Satomura gets a title shot, Rampage Brown takes down the Iron King, Zack Gibson shines on the microphone and...was Pat McAffee right? Learn more about the show by visiting DrapedInGold.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drapedingold/support

Interview with Julie Kagawa, author of 18 YA Fantasy books, such as the Iron Fey series, the Talon Saga, and the Shadow of the Fox series, as well as many short stories. In this episode, we discuss her distinguished writing career, how she plans out her books, and what she thinks about course language in YA literature.Thanks to Mel and Steph for their questions this week!Read her first published book, The Iron King.Read the Shadow of the Fox, which Julie read from on the podcast. Read Terry Brooks, The High Druid of Shannara, one of Julie's inspirations. To learn more about Julie’s writing, check out her WEBSITE. You can also follow her on TWITTER and FACEBOOK.Like the podcast episode? You can "Buy me a Coffee" as a thanks. I'll even give you a free short story to show my gratitude. Thank you!* Links in these show notes may be affiliate links. I may make a small percentage from your purchase. I would always want you to buy from a local, independent store, but if you are looking to use Amazon, I would appreciate you considering my links. Thank you!

Königreich oder Imperium, Joe Coffey oder WALTER ? WALTER feierte nach dem Kampf zwischen Pete Dunne und Joe Coffey sein Debüt und beförderte den geschlagenen „Iron King“ mit einem Big Boot vom Ringrand. Seit dem sinnte der Anführer von Gallus auf Rache und den Gürtel des Ring Generals. Das Aufeinandertreffen der beiden Giganten, die Fehde um den NXT UK Womens Titel oder das Leiter Match um die Tag Team Titel besprechen Matze, Stefan und Sebastian in diesem neuen Roundtable. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß beim hören.

It’s the first episode from York, and we’ve got cruiserweight qualifying matches! Imperium make their intentions known, the Iron King confronts a former ally, and Kay Lee Ray doesn’t need your luck! The House is here to break it all down ahead of Worlds Collide! (Feat. Brent and Leigh). Follow us on all social media at @WeAreNXTUK

We did it! The fourth and final installment of our Basic Bitch's Summer Reading List episode of the year. Z and Eris are talking about fae novels and fairy tales, and Z shares with us the story of why their family is no longer allowed to play Scrabble. Novels discussed in this episode: - The Iron King by Julie Kagawa- The Treachery of Beautiful Things by Ruth Frances Long- A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas- A Midsummer Night's Dream by William (Billy) Shakespeare and we talked about The Wizard of Oz, Alice and Wonderland, and Labyrinth quite a bit as well. (Year 1, Episode 19) -- Transcripts for this episode can be found on our blog. Find us on social media at:InstagramPatreonTumblrTwitter -- This episode's sponsors: Mac BoylePack Mule PhotographyThe Fourth Wall by Party Now, Apocalypse Later IndustriesTheme song by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com

Kicking off your SummerSlam weekend? You damn well should be! And how about starting the weekend in style than with checking out Episode 95 of the Young Lion's Perspective. It's all about NXT UK as we break down this past Wednesday's episode including Noam Dar vs Ashton Smith, taking a closer look at Toni Storm & Kay Lee Ray ahead of their title match in three weeks, Gallus, Flash Morgan Webster and Mark Andrews all make their case to face the Grizzled Young Veterans for the NXT UK Tag Team titles, and in the main event, "Bomber" Dave Mastiff goes one-on-one with the Iron King, Joe Coffey. But before we get into the review, I open the show catching up on some news over the past couple of days including AEW's PPV plans for 2019 & 2020, Toni Storm being removed from a wXw event in Toronto, and the current G1 Climax A & B Block standings heading into G1 Climax Finals Weekend. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/younglionsperspective/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/younglionsperspective/support

21 today...21 today...we've got the key to the door... We've been talking about it for a while! Wolves, rain, empaths...yes, this week we're talking about the latest in the psy-changeling series by Nalini Singh, Wolf Rain. Also, our next book is a YA, the first in a series all about the fey, The Iron King by Julie Kagawa.

Murgge, Taylorious, and Wicket have confronted the Iron King to find he is far more powerful then they thought. Now they need a backup plan. Will they make it and defeat the Iron King, or will they lose and have all the people in the world suffer under the Iron Kings wrath. Find out on The DND Spectacular. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-dnd-spectacular/message

The adventure continues as Murgge and Taylor start thinking more deeply about their decisions. Later, the group encounters some people but has trouble figuring out if they are friend or foe. Meanwhile, the Iron King begins making more powerful moves with the globe that can control minds. Will they figure out how to stop him and the suffering of the people or will they perish while the Iron King succeeds in his lifetime work of killing the people who (in his mind) deserve it? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-dnd-spectacular/message

The adventure goes on as Murgge, Taylorious, and Wicket move into the castle. As they go they encounter many creatures along the way, many of which do not intend good. Will they survive, or will they get killed as The Iron King succeeds and goes on to a sorcerers war. Find out on The DND Spectacular! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-dnd-spectacular/message

After the beginning of the adventure Taylor begins her entourage and adventure in to truely becoming a star. Meanwhile, Murgge, and Wicket are having some social problems. Note: If you are making a podcast we strongly suggest using Anchor. It has so many options for podcasting and recording. You can upload files from your device, send in voice messages, make interludes, and simply just record on the app. Once again, we strongly suggest using Anchor for putting your podcast out there. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-dnd-spectacular/message

The beginning of a DND podcast that has fun great characters, an interesting plot, and the greatest DM of all time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-dnd-spectacular/message

On the run from The Wild Hunt, the group meets up with Jenika and uncovers hidden secrets about the Fae. Upon meeting The Iron King a terrible choice must be made, and Ronald reveals a part of his past.

Gamma World, Part 11 - The Iron King, at last! But will our plucky adventurers survive their battle with a giant rabbit with an even more giant mechanical claw? Either way, Gamma World ends now in this mega-sized final episode! Host Tony Sindelar with Brian Hamilton, Aleen Simms, Mikah Sargent, Erika Ensign and Jason Snell.

Gamma World, Part 10 - Things are dire. Bobobob Joe is helplessly trapped in a laser grid and trying to remember his last words. E-84 is desperately trying to use its science skills to save the day. Can Carlos the giant mutated rabbit sniper take our our adventurers, or will they survive to face the Iron King at the center of the robot factory? Host Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Mikah Sargent, Brian Hamilton and Erika Ensign.

Gamma World, Part 7 - This area is currently off limits, under orders of The Iron King. Visitor tours are on Tuesday. Please return then. Thank you for visiting Stupendico. Have a stupendous day! Get back to work, Carl! Host Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, Aleen Simms, Mikah Sargent and Brian Hamilton.

Gamma World, Part 5 - Machines vanquished and tables saved, it’s time to explore deeper into the realm of the Iron King, where there’s some tingly moss and nasty flying things. Host Tony Sindelar with Brian Hamilton, Aleen Simms, Erika Ensign and Mikah Sargent.

Gamma World, Part 4 - As the quest for the Iron King continues, our adventurers face a roomful of angry badgers and one sinister buzzing machine. With their bodies in the kill zone and their backs against the only Ikea table to survive the apocalypse, it’s time to have an important rules discussion about how death-saving throws work in Gamma World. Host Tony Sindelar with Mikah Sargent, Brian Hamilton, Aleen Simms and Erika Ensign.

Gamma World, Part 3 - It’s time to assault the tower from which the Iron King is sending his destructive robots. Can a zombie pig work as well as a fake ID? How horrifying is a bat-lion with laser beam eyes? Why are badgers so terrible at their jobs? Roll in the toy dump truck! Host Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Mikah Sargent, Brian Hamilton and Erika Ensign.

The Lost Kingdom: Memoir of an Afghan Prince A lecture at The Institute of World Politics, May 8, 2018. About the Book: His Royal Highness Prince Ali Seraj, a member of the royal family of Afghanistan, brings four decades of history to life—from the Cold War era when his famed nightclub in Kabul was a hotspot for global celebrities, jetsetters, and spies, to the communist Soviet takeover that killed members of his family, put a price on Prince Ali's head, and forced him to make a harrowing escape from his homeland in disguise with his American wife and family. Prince Seraj's intimate and historic portrait of modern Afghanistan tells the inside story of a proud, ancient culture grappling with a turbulent history of invasion and transformation. His passionate and adventure-filled story opens a new door to understand a nation irrevocably linked to the stability and prosperity of Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and to the United States. About the Author: Prince Ali Seraj is a direct descendant of nine generations of Kings of Afghanistan. He is the nephew of His Majesty King Amanullah (1919-1929), known as the Victor of Afghanistan, the grandson of His Majesty Amir Habibullah (1901-1919), the great-grandson of His Majesty Amir Abdurrahman (1880-1901), known as the Iron King. His ancestry continues on to His Majesty Amir Dost Mohammad who assumed the throne in 1827. After the communist coup d'états in 1978, Prince Ali escaped to the United States and made a successful career in business development, sales, and marketing. He also helped establish several multi-million dollar businesses in Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Germany. Prince Ali worked very closely with the Reagan and Bush administrations during the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan and the U.S. attack on the Taliban/Al Qaeda, respectively. He returned to Afghanistan after decades of exile to continue his charitable work. Since then, Prince Ali has developed a very important relationship with all the different tribes in Afghanistan as a result of his involvement with his country's people. Due to this relationship, Prince Ali has embarked on a mission to unite the Tribes as one, and established a movement under the name, "National Coalition for Dialogue with Tribes of Afghanistan." Today, Prince Ali assists NATO commanders with setting up meetings among tribal and religious elders to establish a dialogue of common understanding between Coalition Forces and locals. He is also assisting ISAF commanders in establishing a security network in the district of Kabul through his contacts with different tribal elders. Prince Ali will discuss his recently released memoir, The Lost Kingdom: Memoir of an Afghan Prince.

Trying to stay focused. working hard to not procantante on any tasks. We are organizing Kingstons Veteran walk June 3rd. We are launching a clothing line. We are growing The Iron King ltd.We are making sure to help others. Thank you for helping us grow. Keeping it real. Thank you Wade for being apart, of HAF Podcast and The Iron KIng ltd @ppcli66 Intagram @theironkiingltd @wadethemac 

Claire and Franks relationship reached a dead end. Jamie is the Iron King at the British Prison, in which he resides. Let's talk about it! Let's talk about all of it!

The Iron King, Philip the Fourth, is well deserving of the title. As we see this episode, he let nothing get in the way of his ambitions. Italian merchants, Jewish moneylenders, even the Pope, all would be crippled by the French king for the crime of standing in his way. This fate also awaited the Knights Templar; for political and financial gain, Philip seized on unsubstantiated rumours and strong-armed every authority in his grasp the ensure the complete and utter destruction of the military order.   This episode primarily makes use of the following texts: Cohn, N. Europe's Inner Demons (London, 1975) Jochten Burgtof, Paul Crawford, Helen Nicholson (eds.) The Debate of the Trial of the Templars (1307-1314), 2013 For a full show bibliography and attributions for music and sound used in this episode, please see the website: http://thehistoryofwitchcraft.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

*This SobieCast contains content that is only intended for mature audiences. Listener Discretion Advised!* Welcome to Game of Rants: Oops I Made a White Walker! In the 7th SobieCast for Comicnoobs, Caitlin Macatee returns to the pod so Sobie and her can process the deaths of Episode 5 of Game of Thrones. In this therapy session, Sobie and Caitlin talk about how Littlefinger wore the brown pants for his meeting with Sansa, how she is masterminding Jon Snow and the North, and #Tarthbane is in full force (4:15), They also talk about Arya’s endgame for the entire series (17:35) with a Shakespeare tangent in lieu to the Braavosi players theater (20:00-23:10), Caitlin disproves of Ser Jorah’s Friendzone status by saying he was never in the Friendzone (25:35), Varys and Tyrion talking to the Red Priest of Meereen (33:00), how the Kingsmoot was a little anti-climatic for our liking (38:15), and the ramifications of Holding the Door for people, the origin stories for Hodor and the White Walkers (53:10). Other topics discussed in the pod include: Littlefinger jamming out to Drake during his travels AKA Littlefinger’s Views from the Veil, Brienne and Tormund’s shared Bearstory, Theon’s regenerating appendages, Danish Pacey from Dawson’s Creek is now the Iron King, Is there a shed full of dead Ironborn Kings who didn’t survive the drowning?, Sobie confuses the spice Spotted Dick with Salted Dick because its an Ironborn thing, the lyrics to Game of Thrones music adaptations (“Wouldn’t It Be Nice If We Had Dragons” “Oops I Made a White Walker”), and Bran the Drunk Driver. Enjoy another Game of Rants! Check out Caitlin @thatCmonster of Twitter and Instagram! Our Theme Music is “Game of Thrones II Meets Metal” by Erock, check him out at ThisisErock.com

On this episode of the DKN Podcast, show hosts Kent and Jason review the final three episodes of Ultraman and the final four episodes of Iron King in a HUGE TokuZone segment! The two hosts also discuss some things for the next commentary and what they might do for the final podcast episode of 2015. If you have any questions or comments...Continue reading

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and Jason Killingsworth read your responses to the Crown of the Old Iron King DLC. LINKS OF NOTE: RE Alternate Costumes The Hero Known as... Cheeseburger

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and Jason Killingsworth talk about the Crown of the Old Iron King DLC for Dark Souls II. LINKS OF NOTE: Vaati Stuff 1 Vaati Stuff 2 Castlevania Clocktower This makes me not want to play Lords of Shadow Donny Dishonored Trap Street Grima Wormtongue Artifacts King Allant There You Are This Guy... Jason on Twitter

Janet Street Porter and crime writer Martina Cole discuss their good reads with Harriett Gilbert. The guests talk - and vociferously disagree - over American Wife, Curtis Sittenfeld's fictionalised biography of Laura Bush, The Iron King, the first novel of Maurice Druon's 1950s series which has been hailed as 'the original Game of Thrones', and Muriel Spark's classic novel The Ballad of Peckham Rye

This is episode 10 in the on-going epic saga of the Chinese Marco Polo – Rabban Sauma.Realizing he couldn't get anything done in Rome since there was no Pope, and that the dozen cardinals charged with the task of selecting him were competing for the post, Sauma decided to take his request for a military alliance between Christian Europe and Mongol Persia against the Muslims Mamluks in the Middle East, directly to the Kings of France and England.Leaving Rome, he stopped in Genoa on his way to North. Since Genoa had for some years maintained a thriving trade with the Ilkhanate, that is the Mongols in Persia, Sauma had every reason to expect a warm welcome. He wasn't disappointed. It didn't hurt that one of the interpreters who'd accompanied him from Persia was a native-born Genoese merchant.Genoa was at the height of its prosperity when Sauma visited, boasting a population of 70,000, one of the largest in Europe. Its merchants were savvy negotiators who'd been able to arrange deals not only around the Mediterranean but reaching into the Far East. While other Italian City-States like Naples and Venice set up lucrative trade routes with select partners, Genoa was able to walk a tight-rope of diplomacy across dozens of partners who were otherwise in conflict with each other. Because of their wide-ranging connections, many realms of thought and practice combined to influence the intellectual life of Genoa. It was a truly cosmopolitan city whose routine wasn't knocked off kilter by the arrival of an Embassy form the Far East.While the commerce of Genoa was well established, its government was another matter. Genoa seemed unable to find a political system that satisfied the city's need for longer than a decade. At the time of Sauma's visit, the city's ruler was called a Captain of the People, or Citizens. He rallied the population of Genoa to officially welcome Sauma's party. Sauma was confused; not able to understand how such a large city wasn't ruled by a king. Knowing how far-reaching Genoa's trade was, Sauma wondered if it might even have been better ruled by an Emperor.Once settled into the accommodations made available to him, Sauma plotted his next moves. If it occurred to him to ask the Genoese to join an alliance against the Mamluks, he quickly put it aside. The Genoese would not be drawn into a war with a force that dominated the entire Eastern Med. In fact, forging treaties was what they were known for. When they went to war, it was with their rival Italian City-States, all for the golden prize of increasing trade with everyone else. And Genoa was at that time gearing up for a campaign against their major rival Venice, which it would soon best.So, after visiting the religious sites in an near Genoa, Sauma once again packed up and headed north toward France.Sauma's hope of help from the French was keen. After all King Louis IX, known to history as St. Louis, had played a major role in 2 Crusades to liberate the Middle East from the Muslim presence. But his son, Philip III, known as Philip the Bold, had been more concerned with securing his control of France and her neighbors. His son, Philip IV, known as Philip the Fair and later as The Iron King, had only been on the throne for 2 yrs when Sauma arrived in Paris. Barely 20 yrs of age, everyone wondered if he'd reprise the career of his famous grandfather or his more mundane father. It seemed a most propitious time for the Rabban's embassy, as setting out on a new Crusade to liberate the Holy Land from the Mamluks would appeal to the energy and ambitions of a young ruler seeking to make his mark.Arriving at the French border in August of 1287, Sauma's party was greeted by a large force sent by the King to escort him to Paris. They entered the City at the end of September to much pomp & circumstance. Sauma was then ushered to palatial digs provided by King Philip. And  it was time for a break for the Chinese Monk-ambassador.The trip from Genoa to Paris took a month. While the journey was nowhere near as arduous as that which he'd undertaken a decade before from China to Persia, he was now in his 60's and the entire adventure was taken a toll on his aging body. He's been traveling for the past 6 months from Persia, to the Black Sea, Constantinople, Naples, Rome, Genoa, and now Paris. Keep in mind there were no Holiday, Ramada or Quality Inns along the way. The caravanserais they'd enjoyed earlier were far away in Asia. They overnighted either along the roadside or in small public houses where the bedding was rarely changed. The quality of the food was most often abysmal because it was the only thing to be had by travelers.So by the time Sauma arrived in Paris, he was exhausted and needed to rest. Philip recognized that and set aside three days for him to recoup. Then he sent a formal invitation for the Nestorian monk to attend an official audience with his majesty. When Sauma arrived at court, Philip rose to greet him; an unusual gesture for a European monarch at that time. Guests at court were usually required to process a long path to the dais holding the throne, stopping at the foot of the stairs, they then bowed and remained thus in a posture of supplication until told to stand. The entire time the king remained seated. Rising to greet Sauma was a surprising move on Philip's part because it signaled the court the French King viewed Sauma as an equal.Then, it was down to business. Why, Philip asked, as Sauma there? What did he want? Why had he come and who'd sent him?If Sauma was surprised by the bluntness of the king's query, he recovered quickly and responded in kind. He told Philip that while originally set on a religious pilgrimage endorsed and sponsored by the Great Khubilai Khan in China, he'd been made the Mongol Ilkhanate in Persia's official envoy back to Khubilai's court. But before returning to China to fulfill that task, he'd been given a special assignment: Travel West to the Christian rulers of Western Europe, asking them for an alliance with the Ilkhanate against the Mamluks and recovery Jerusalem from Muslim control. Sauma then handed Philip the letter and gifts from Ilkhan Arghun. These gifts were most likely the kinds of things that would convey the seriousness of the embassy, but could be easily transported by individuals traveling light; jewels, small packages of luxurious silk cloth, so highly prized by the elite of Western Europe.Sauma reports the French King was favorable toward the proposed alliance. Philip was moved by the Mongols desire to free Jerusalem from Muslim hegemony, even though those Mongols weren't officially Christian. Philip remarked that Christian Europe ought to rise to the challenge presented by the Ilkhans. Rabban Sauma was equally impressed by the King's devotion to the Faith and his interest in embarking on a new Crusade. For the first time, Sauma's mission to the West seemed to be bearing fruit.BUT: Sauma wasn't hip to European politics which had shaped Philip's exuberant response. Philip was less interested in a Crusade to recapture the Holy Land as he was in securing his control over the contested domains of his north. Ever since ascending the throne, he'd been in contention with England's King Edward I who owed him fealty in Gascony. In the Spring of 1286, Edward went to Paris to pay Philip honor as his suzerain. But Philip never bought this show of fealty. He had reason to distrust Edward since England backed France's enemies in the contentious affairs in Aragon. Tensions between the two rulers grew until war broke out in 1294.Another trouble Philip dealt with was a degenerating relationship with the Roman Church. Needing funds in his campaigns to secure the North, the French monarch confiscated the tithes destined for Rome. His nobles already struggled with the burdensome taxes the crown had levied. The only place to secure the much-needed funds was the Church. So in an appeal to nationalism, Philip said French gold and silver ought to stay in France, not shipped off to Rome and the interests of the Pope, whose schemes were cast as contrary to French well-being. All of this would later lead to the major rift that occurred between the French crown and Papacy that we covered in Season One of CS.While Philip's enthusiastic response to Sauma's appeal was no doubt sincere, on further reflection, Philip realized mounting a new Crusade wasn't practical. At least not in the short term. Maybe after movement on his domestic fronts, a Crusade could be staged.On Sauma's part, having achieved seeming success on the official phase of his embassy, he turned to his personal adventure; visiting the religious sites of Paris and its environs. Philip assigned him an escort and off they went visiting churches and shrines; Sauma once again focusing on relics rather than the marvelous architecture and art.The Rabban was stunned by the large number of students in Paris, which was one of the sites of the new centers of learning called universities. He reports there were 30,000 students in the City.And that brings up a point of historical tension it might be wise for us to skim the surface of.As many subscribers know, the value of numbers in reporting of history has been a contentious issue for a long time. The tension comes over the almost universal tendency of ancient historians to give big numbers while many modern historians are committed to reducing those numbers to a tenth of the original. We see that here. Sauma says Paris had 30,000 students. Modern historians say the City of that time had maybe 3,000. This assumed inflation of numbers by the ancients and chroniclers of yore is just about universal among modern historians. Some wonder if that skepticism is valid. The fact that nearly ALL pre-modern accounts give much larger figures than modern historians allow is provocative. Recent archaeology has caused historians to revise their estimates of population upwards in some cases, significantly.It'll be interesting for those of us who are historically interested, to watch what happens in the realm of statistics over the next few years as researchers review past assumptions in light of new evidence. Since I tend to give the ancients more credit for veracity, I suspect we'll see a revising of the numbers upward, dramatically.The University of Paris's primary course of study was theology. But the school quickly branched out into other areas, including law, medicine, philosophy, rhetoric, and math. The pursuit of these subjects was boosted by a renewal of interest in the recently-published works of Aristotle.As a self-taught scholar who'd studied everything he could get his hands on back in China, Sauma quite impressed with Paris' schools.Sauma's chronicle relates his impression of the gorgeous Church of Saint-Denis where French monarchs were interred. He mentions the Chapel of Sainte-Chapelle, but he gives no mention of the nearby Notre Dame; the pride and joy of Paris whose spire could be seen from anywhere in the city. Indeed, Notre Dame and Paris become synonymous. So why does the Rabban omit it from his account? Several opinions are given, probably the best of which is the most obvious. Sauma was a Nestorian monk. He belonged to the Church of the East, a branch of the Faith severed from the West over the identity of Mary. Was she Theotokos, the Mother of God as the West said, or Christotokos, Mother of Christ, as the East said? The Cathedral of Notre Dame was all about the Virgin Mary. Sauma most likely left off mentioning his visit to Notre Dame because of his desire to not end up saying a bunch of critical things about his stay.We'll finish up his time in Paris and get into his trip north to meet the King of England in our next episode as we move to conclude the amazing tale of Rabban Sauma.