The History of Igbo-Ukwu: Ninth-Century Lost-Wax Bronzes | Calm History for Sleep | 5 Hours

The History of Igbo-Ukwu (800 to 1000 CE) — 05:31:20 of calm, deeply researched world history storytelling designed for peaceful evening listening, relaxation, and restful sleep. This episode covers the roped bronze water pot of Igbo Isaiah, the burial chamber of Eze Nri at Igbo Richard, 165,000 glass and carnelian beads, and local copper-lead-tin ore smelting. Across twelve full-length chapters covering Africa, we explore what happened, why it happened, what everyday life felt like for ordinary.