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n recent years, the term "oligarchy" has surfaced more frequently in discussions about American democracy, particularly as wealth inequality widens. But what does it mean for a nation to be governed by a select few wealthy individuals? In this blog post, we delve into insights from historian Casey Michel, author of "United States of Oligarchy" We’ll explore the concept of oligarchy, its implications for democracy, and how this phenomenon manifests within the United States.To keep up to date with Casey head to Human Rights Foundation's Combating Kleptocracy Program https://hrf.org/program/combating-kleptocracy/ his website https://www.caseymichel.com/ his X https://x.com/cjcmichelhis Instagram https://www.instagram.com/caseyjcmichel?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==His Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseymichel/Grab a copy of United States of Oligarchy https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781250430113If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon!To catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

In today’s ever-shifting geopolitical landscape, understanding the complexities of Europe’s hinterlands is crucial. These regions, often caught in the web of competing powers and ideologies, reveal much about the tensions that characterize contemporary Europe. In this blog post, we will explore the insights shared by Hannah Lucinda Smith, author of "Hinterlands: Journey Through Europe's Unfinished Frontiers," and delve into the historical and political significances of these areas.Grab a copy of Hinterlands https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781805225416Keep up to date with Hannah via herX https://x.com/hannahluci?lang=enHer Newsletter https://hannahluci.substack.com/If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

Today we welcome Joseph Kelly to talk about his fantastic new book, "The Biggest Lie: The Prehistory of American Fascism, 1818 to 1915." In this episode, we'll explore the roots of fascism in American history and how they connect to modern political trends.Grab a copy of 'The Biggest Lie' https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/biggest-lie-9781639732135/If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

In the realm of ancient Greek history, few figures loom as large as Pericles, whose leadership and vision helped shape the very foundations of democracy in Athens. In this blog post, we delve into the life and legacy of Pericles, exploring his unique blend of statesmanship, demagoguery, and eccentricity, and how these traits influenced the trajectory of Athenian society.Grab a copy of Pericles: Statesman, Demagogue, Eccentric here https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781836392002If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked Fifth Crusade, focusing particularly on its campaign in Egypt. This period of history is integral to understanding the evolution of the Crusades and the geopolitical landscape of the Near East during the thirteenth century. By shedding light on this fascinating crusade, historian Thomas Smith provides us with insight into the motivations, challenges, and outcomes that defined it.Grab a copy of The Fifth Crusade here https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9780300283952If you want to keep up to date with Tom head toHis website https://thomaswsmith.co.uk/ His Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569136832034 His Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medieval_tomIf you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

In this episode, we will delve into the multifaceted history of the Crusades, exploring the various perspectives that shaped these monumental events. The Crusades are often simplistically viewed as a clash between Christians and Muslims, but this narrative overlooks the intricate dynamics and numerous factions involved. By examining Nicholas Morton's recent work, "The Crusader Storm: A Global History of the Wars of the Middle East," we will shed light on the diverse communities that influenced the conflicts, the geopolitical repercussions, and the significance of Jerusalem. Grab a copy of The Crusade Storm here https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781399818728To keep up to date with Nic head to:His X: https://x.com/NicholasMorto11?s=20His YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7pYQwUSSbgJ6tyhAKG0-FwHis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholasmorton123?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

Ever wonder how the US became an empire without anyone really noticing? We are led to believe in the peaceful, founding story of America, is instead a relentless scramble for land and power from the Louisiana Purchase to the conquest of California, this wasn’t just expansion—it was an empire in disguise. This history challenges everything you think you know about the US's borders and sovereignty.Grab a copy of Scramble for America https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9780008447274Keep up to date with Clement via his newsletter https://clementknox.substack.com/If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

"Why do female rulers often end up as the ‘last’ of their empires or kingdoms?" In studying queens from Cleopatra to Hawaii’s last monarch, Kate noticed a pattern: women often mark the final chapters of empires. Why? Because historically, societies have been quick to see women as threats—politically and physically. Whether it’s Cleopatra’s last stand, the Queen of Hawaii’s quiet resistance, or Catherine of Aragon’s tragic story, these women’s reigns come just before collapse or conquest. It’s like society is more comfortable removing power from women than sharing it — and once they’re out, they often never get it back.Grab a copy of Regina https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781474621359 Keep up to date with Kate via her Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katewilliamsme/?hl=en If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon - https://patreon.com/HistorywithJackson?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson

In this episode we speak to Zack White about the American Revolution, the role that the Spanish played in it, how it affected the colonies and the native Americans!Grab your tickets for Chalke History Festival here which is held between the 22rd of June to the 28th!To learn more about Chalke and grab tickets head to their website, TikTok, Instagram, X or Facebook!If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson