Devon Field September 21, 2022 Podcast Script, Medieval Lives Medieval Lives 4: Chen Cheng, his Travels, and his Troubles at Work Devon Field September 21, 2022 Podcast Script, Medieval Lives A standalone episode on the travels and career of a Ming dynasty diplomat and administrator. Chen Cheng would suffer professional setbacks outside of his control, and he would make the overland journey to Shah Rukh's Timurid Herat.