Listen "#163 - S. Song 6: Filial Impiety"
Episode Synopsis
Back in Song China, we have a tale of two emperors: one who is devoted utterly to his father, and the other who's...well... not.
Time Period Covered:
1165-1194 CE
Major Historical Figures:
Retired Emperor Gaozong [r. 1127-1162, as retired emperor 1162-1187]
Emperor Xiaozong [r. 1162-1189, as retired emperor 1189-1194]
Emperor Guangzong [r. 1189-1194]
Empress Dowager Wu [1115-1197]
Empress Li [1144-1200]
Time Period Covered:
1165-1194 CE
Major Historical Figures:
Retired Emperor Gaozong [r. 1127-1162, as retired emperor 1162-1187]
Emperor Xiaozong [r. 1162-1189, as retired emperor 1189-1194]
Emperor Guangzong [r. 1189-1194]
Empress Dowager Wu [1115-1197]
Empress Li [1144-1200]
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