Crash Course
What Holds a Country Together or Tears it Apart? Crash Course Geography
Today we’re going to talk about the forces that affect a country’s stability. We’ll take a closer look at Costa Rica, Venezuela, Cuba, and Brazil and examine how the cohesiveness of these Latin American countries varies dramatically even...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The rise of modern populism | Takis S. Pappas
In many democratic countries, charismatic leaders vilify political opponents, disparage institutions, and claim to be for the people. Some critics label this approach as authoritarian or fascist, while others argue that these leaders are...
Curated Video
France heads to the polls in closely watched election
Voters began casting ballots for the presidential election Sunday in a tense first-round poll that's seen as a test for the spread of populism around the world
Curated Video
Sunday Scrum: France presidential election
Our political panel discusses the closely watched French election and the repercussions that could be felt in Canada
Curated Video
Student strikes in Serbia challenge Vučić's rule and demand accountability
University classes have been suspended for weeks with students demanding accountability for the collapse of a concrete canopy at Novi Sad railway station in November that killed 15 people.
The Guardian
Populist Politics in Italy and the Influence of Steve Bannon
The Brothers of Italy, a populist political group has been gaining popularity in Italy. Journalist Paul Lewis sits down with Giorgia Meloni to discuss the history and goals of the part and attends a political rally in which Steve Bannon...
The Guardian
The Limits of Foreign Influence in European Politics
Steve Bannon has been playing an active role in the direction of European populist politics. Journalist Paul Lewis explains the legal limit of that influence. He meets with Bannon to ask his thoughts on the matter and to question whether...
The Guardian
The Rise of Populist Ideology in Greece
Journalist Paul Lewis travels to Greece to learn more about the agenda and appeal of the populist party in the country. Anti-immigrant sentiment is one of the main factors the party hopes to leverage. How Steve Bannon's Far-Right...
The Guardian
Steve Bannon's "Movement" in Europe
Rightwing populists are on the rise across Europe. As European parliamentary elections approached, Donald Trump's former chief strategist, Steve Bannon has arrived to help. He teamed up with Mischaël Modrikamen in Brussels to create "The...
Curated Video
Immoderation: Huey Long
Huey Long's rise from rural Louisiana to U.S. Senator was marked by immoderation, as promises turned to power grabs and corruption, ultimately leading to his downfall.
Hip Hughes History
The Grange Explained in 3 Minutes: US History Review
Learn the very basics about the 19th century Grange formation. What did they want, whom did they hate on?
Hip Hughes History
Populism and the Populist Movement in America for Dummies
HipHughes cuts through the age of Populism like a gangster, weaving himself through the end of Gilded times up to the election of Teddy Roosevelt.
TLDR News
What Does Populism Actually Mean? - TLDR News
Over recent years there's been a lot of talk about populism around the world. People have accused people like Trump, Erdogan and Johnson of being populist and we're now looking at what they actually do. What does it mean to be populist,...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Is History Important? [Robert Skidelsky]
If we’re headed for a recession, blame the economists who flunked history class.History has long been downplayed by economists, even though it holds the keys to answering some of the most important questions today. Why did the stock...
The Economist
How to bring down a dictator
Today Kim Jong Un celebrates his 34th birthday. As North Korea’s god-king for life, he can expect several decades more in office. Or can he? We talk to a man who specialises in bringing down dictators.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
How Populists Use Economics to Exploit Crisis
MIT Sloan Assistant Professor Emil Verner discusses his research into credit markets, and the role of economics in the rise of populism.
The Economist
What have liberals ever done for us?
Populists argue that liberals have become too elite and are out of touch with the concerns of ordinary people. But what exactly are the principles of liberalism and what has it ever done for Western societies?
Mr. Beat
The Populist Movement (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here is the story of the People's Party, aka the Populist Party, that sparked a movement that continues to this day.
Weird History
Was Andrew Jackson The Craziest US President?
Andrew Jackson has a complicated legacy. On the one hand, he was a populist hero and a venerated war general. On the other hand, he enslaved persons, killed thousands of Native Americans, created an economic depression, and killed a man....
Press Association
Labour must improve lives by time it leaves office, says Chancellor
New ReviewIf children from “ordinary backgrounds” are not living “more fulfilled lives” by the time Labour leaves office, it will be “time for somebody else to take over”, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves has said. Speaking to the Global Progress...
Curated Video
The Brief: Donald Tusk lands new job as EPP president with pledge to fight populism
He may be stepping down as President of the European Council, but Donald Tusk is stepping up for a new challenge after being elected to lead the centre-right European People’s Party. The EPP is the largest political grouping across the...
Curated Video
Donald Tusk lands new job as EPP president with pledge to fight populism
He may be stepping down as President of the European Council, but Donald Tusk is stepping up for a new challenge after being elected to lead the centre-right European People’s Party. The EPP is the largest political grouping across the...
Curated Video
Brexit: UK party leaders prepare for December snap election
The UK gears up for a general election, many voters are confused about the different parties' policies on Brexit.
Curated Video
Brexit: Johnson promises doctors and nurses 'fast-track NHS visa'
PM has been criticised for 'anti-immigrant rhetoric' while migrant workers are essential for public services.