Chinese Lore Podcast

Gods 087: Wrap-up: Investiture of the Gods

Some listener questions and closing thoughts on Investiture of the Gods.

Gods Supplemental 004: Ji Chang and Ji Fa

A look at the real historical figures of the Zhou Dynasty's father-and-son founding duo.

Gods 086: How Gods Are Made

In one afternoon's work, Jiang Ziya expands the pantheon of Chinese folk religion, and he's not too particular about who makes the cut.

Gods Supplemental 003: Jiang Ziya

A quick look at Jiang Ziya the historical figure vs. Jiang Ziya the fictional character.

Gods 085: Homeward Bound

A new day dawns for the kingdom, which is good news to everyone except Jiang Ziya's ex-wife.

Gods 084: Fiery Finish

With his back against the wall, King Zhou opts for a dramatic exit.

Gods 083: Litany of Crimes

The rebel forces come face to face with their chief enemy, and Jiang Ziya's got receipts.

Gods 082: Desperate Measures

With the enemy closing in, King Zhou is reduced to putting out "Help Wanted" posters to find anyone willing to fight for him.

Gods 081: Monkey Madness

Yang Jian gets some divine assistance as he attempts to slay a slippery simian foe.

Gods 080: Dancing with Demons

As one demon buddy after another show their true form, the Shang commander keeps telling his human comrades that, "I had no idea those guys were snakes and pigs and goats. I swear!"