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Zaskia is a simple and easy-to-listen podcast that talks about urban stories, local myths, ghost tales, society topics, and everyday life. Each episode shares real experiences, mysterious events, and relatable moments from the world around us. If you enjoy chill stories, light discussions, and a bit of mystery, Zaskia is the perfect place to tune in.
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- 2 days ago10 min
The King Who Left Jerusalem Standing
Baldwin III: The King Who Left Jerusalem StandingHe became King of Jerusalem at just thirteen—and spent the rest of his life fighting to keep a fragile kingdom alive. From the fall of Edessa and the failure of the Second Crusade to the capture of Ascalon and the growing power of Nur al-Din, Baldwin III faced pressure from every direction.How did a young king survive war, political conflict, and dangerous alliances while protecting Jerusalem?Listen to the full episode until the end to uncover the story of Baldwin III, the king who left Jerusalem standing.#BaldwinIII #KingdomOfJerusalem #Crusades #MedievalHistory #HistoryPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago11 min
The Pandemic Across the World
The First Cholera Pandemic, 1817–1824Cholera began in Bengal—but soon, it was traveling far beyond India. Through trade routes, ships, military movements, and everyday travel, the disease spread across Southeast Asia, China, Japan, the Middle East, and toward the Mediterranean.How did cholera travel so far in a world without modern transportation or medical science? And why was stopping it so difficult?Listen to the full episode until the end to uncover the story of the first cholera pandemic.#FirstCholeraPandemic #CholeraHistory #PandemicHistory #MedicalHistory #WorldHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 6 days ago11 min
Whitby Abbey - The Real History Behind the Ruins
Whitby Abbey: The Real History Behind the RuinsLong before Dracula, Whitby Abbey was already a powerful religious center with more than 1,300 years of history. From Saint Hild and the famous Synod of Whitby to medieval Gothic ruins and Bram Stoker’s inspiration, this place holds stories far stranger than fiction.What is the real history behind Whitby Abbey—and how did it become connected to Dracula?Listen to the full episode until the end to uncover the story.#WhitbyAbbey #Dracula #EnglishHistory #GothicHistory #AncientHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago20 min
Between Nur al-Din and Byzantium
Baldwin III: Between Nur al-Din and ByzantiumBy the late 1150s, Baldwin III faced a dangerous challenge: a rising Nur al-Din to the east and the powerful Byzantine Empire to the north.With Jerusalem caught between two major powers, Baldwin had to master the art of diplomacy, alliances, and survival. But could he work with Byzantium without losing Jerusalem’s independence?Listen to the full episode until the end to discover the story.#BaldwinIII #ByzantineEmpire #NurAlDin #KingdomOfJerusalem #MedievalHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago16 min
The Changing Balance
Baldwin III: The Changing BalanceBaldwin III had proven himself on the battlefield, but the world around Jerusalem was changing fast. After the fall of Ascalon, a stronger threat emerged as Nur al-Din brought Aleppo and Damascus under his control.Then came a major defeat at Jacob’s Ford, a surprising recovery, and a new challenge that would force Baldwin to think beyond simply winning battles.How did the balance of power change—and what would Baldwin do next?Listen to the full episode until the end to discover the story.#BaldwinIII #KingdomOfJerusalem #Crusades #MedievalHistory #CrusaderStates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago20 min
The Disease Moves Across India
The First Cholera Pandemic: How the Disease Spread Across IndiaCholera was no longer confined to Bengal. As soldiers marched, merchants traveled, pilgrims gathered, and boats moved along India's rivers, the disease found countless pathways into new communities.But how did a local outbreak become a much larger epidemic—and why couldn't doctors explain what was really causing it?Listen to the full episode until the end to uncover how cholera spread across India and why the mystery remained unsolved.#CholeraPandemic #MedicalHistory #IndianHistory #PandemicHistory #HistoryPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago19 min
The King Who Took His Crown
Baldwin III: The King Who Took His CrownBaldwin III had already inherited a kingdom under pressure. But becoming the true ruler of Jerusalem would require more than wearing a crown.As the Second Crusade failed and Nur al-Din rose to power, Baldwin faced political conflict at home, growing threats across the Crusader States, and a kingdom that needed a strong leader.Then came a struggle for control—and a major military campaign that could change Baldwin's reputation forever.How did the young king finally prove himself? Listen to the full episode until the end to discover the story.#BaldwinIII #KingdomOfJerusalem #Crusades #MedievalHistory #CrusaderStates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago11 min
The Boy Who Inherited a Kingdom
Baldwin III: The King Who Fought for JerusalemWhat happens when a 13-year-old boy inherits a kingdom surrounded by enemies—and has to grow into a king while powerful forces fight for control?Baldwin III became King of Jerusalem at a young age, just as the fall of Edessa triggered a major crisis and the Second Crusade brought European armies to the Holy Land. But the real challenge was only beginning.How did the young king handle war, politics, family power, and the growing threat around Jerusalem?Listen to the full episode until the end to discover the story of Baldwin III, the king who had to grow up on the battlefield.#BaldwinIII #KingdomOfJerusalem #Crusades #MedievalHistory #CrusaderStates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Zaskia is a simple and easy-to-listen podcast that talks about urban stories, local myths, ghost tales, society topics, and everyday life. Each episode shares real experiences, mysterious events, and relatable moments from the world around us. If you enjoy chill stories, light discussions, and a bit of mystery, Zaskia is the perfect place to tune in.
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