Colonial America housed many diverse inhabitants—from the enslaved to the gentry—each contributing to society in different ways.

This video provides a historical comparison between the political systems of Shakespeare's England and 11th-century Scotland, as depicted in "Macbeth." The video questions the depiction of King Duncan away from the battlefield,...

This video delves into the essence of democracy, highlighting its origins in ancient Greece and its evolution into modern forms. It underscores the significance of citizen participation in democracies, focusing on the power of voting in...

This video explores the concept of constitutional government, tracing its historical origins and modern implementations. It examines how constitutions act as a framework for governance, detailing the role of constitutions in democracies...

In this month's episode of What the Theory?, we take a look at colonialism and imperialism. More specifically we look at the politics of colonialism and the appearance of colonialist ideology in culture. As a primer for my upcoming video...

Toby Green has been fascinated by the history of West Africa for decades after he visited as a student and heard whispers of history that didn’t appear in text books. Years later he wrote ‘Fistful of Shells,’ a survey of West Africa and...