Explore the fascinating rise and fall of the Cuman-Kipchak confederation across the Eurasian steppe, as they challenged empires and formed crucial alliances. Discover how their fearsome cavalry impacted medieval Europe, including battles that defined their legacy, such as Kalka River and Mohi. Learn about their cultural influence, from the Codex Cumanicus to the spread of Tengrism, and their eventual integration into the Golden Horde, shaping the region's history.

Experience the soothing narration of the Bilge Khan Inscriptions, accompanied by ambient rain and Turkic shamanic trance music. This immersive audio blend offers a unique cultural and historical journey.

Join us as we journey into Chapter 6 of "The Gokturk Empire: Rise of the Turkic Peoples." Discover the intriguing origin story of the Ashina clan, explore the legendary Asena Wolf, and differentiate between historical facts and myths.

Discover the Khazar Empire, a captivating yet lesser-known state of the Middle Ages. These Turkic warriors established a significant trading empire between Europe and Asia, uniquely converting to Judaism. From their beginnings as Tengrist steppe nomads to their rise as a trading power in Ukraine and the Caucasus, explore their religious transformation and lasting impact on Eastern European Jewry. Uncover the story of their role in trade, their battles with Arabs, Byzantines, and other Turkic peoples, and their eventual fall to the Kievan Rus' and Oghuz Turks. Delve into the controversial Khazar Hypothesis and their enduring legacy.

Explore the enigmatic disappearance of Modu Chanyu, a formidable leader of the Xiongnu Empire. Discover how he built a nomadic superpower in the Eurasian steppes, challenging even ancient China, and unravel the mystery behind his sudden vanishing without a trace.

Join a mysterious man, possibly in his 40s, as he takes refuge from a storm inside a cave in the Central Asian steppes. While the Khan waits for the rain to end, he relives memories of his forgotten past as a great ruler leading his men to victory. Experience the battle cries, clinging swords, and flying arrows with him.

Discover the secrets of the Issyk Golden Man from a 2,500-year-old burial mound in Kazakhstan. Delve into the opulent burial of this ancient ruler, adorned with thousands of gold ornaments. Was this figure male or female? What does his mysterious death reveal about early steppe power dynamics? Uncover how this discovery challenges our understanding of ancient Turkic culture and early nomadic societies.

Explore the captivating history of the Volga Bulgars, a Muslim Turkic people who played a pivotal role on the Eurasian frontier from the 7th to the 13th centuries. Guided by Kubrat Khan, the Bulgars split into three groups post his death, each following unique paths. This episode delves into their migration, settlement in Volga Bulgaria, and interactions with key powers like the Khazars and the Kyivan Rus'. Discover the Volga Bulgars' significant contributions to trade, culture, and their early conversion to Islam. Narrated by Emre-E. Yavuz, this documentary provides a rich analysis of their cultural, social, and diplomatic impact on medieval Eurasia.

Explore the captivating history of the Pechenegs, Turkic nomadic warriors who emerged from Central Asia and played a pivotal role in the medieval history of Europe. This episode delves into their intricate societal structures, military prowess, and complex relationships with neighboring states such as the Byzantine Empire and Kyivan Rus. Uncover the Pechenegs' influence on the geopolitical and cultural landscape of the Eurasian steppes, their conflicts with fellow Turkic peoples, and their eventual integration into European territories. Join us for a comprehensive analysis of the Pechenegs' legacy, based on contemporary chronicles and archaeological evidence.

Join us in Episode 2 of the Khan's Den Podcast as we explore the Turkic War of Liberation. Bumin, head of the Ashina Turks, embarks on a quest to overthrow the Mongol Rouran Emperor and establish the first official Turkic Empire. Will he succeed? Tune in to find out.