Tom Rowsell, the mind behind the YouTube channel 'Survive the Jive,' dives into the pre-Christian history of Europe. He unpacks the significance of horse domestication and its impact on societal structures. The discussion includes ancient practices like bride stealing and the clash of agricultural and pastoral cultures. Tom also reflects on his personal heritage and the complexities of identity in the British Isles, analyzing how historical migrations shaped cultural narratives. This engaging conversation blends history, culture, and personal insights.
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Origin of "Survive the Jive" Channel
Tom Rowsell started his YouTube channel "Survive the Jive" back in 2006 as a way to express his views on modern world issues.
Over time, the channel evolved into a historical focus, particularly on Anglo-Saxon and Viking ages.
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DNA Reveals Indo-European Origins
Ancient DNA analysis has revolutionized understanding of Indo-Europeans in just the last decade.
Horse domestication and rituals like horse sacrifice are key cultural markers of Proto-Indo-Europeans.
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Indo-Europeans' Eastern European Roots
Proto-Indo-European origins lie around Eastern Europe, especially Ukraine and southern Russia.
Various hunter-gatherer groups mixed to form a new culture that domesticated horses and pioneered pastoralism.
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Origins of European Cultures & History Behind 'Survive the Jive' | Interview with Tom Rowsell
Tom Rowsell, from the Youtube Channel: 'Survive the Jive' joins us on Illegitimate Scholar. He delves into the history of European peoples primarily during the pre-Christian era. He discusses the origins and significance of horse domestication, the evolution of pastoral societies, and the Indo-European cultural expansions.We compare Tom explains the background of his YouTube channel, 'Survive the Jive,'. He provides insights into various historical periods, ancient rituals, and social dynamics, including the impacts of different technological advancements and cultural exchanges. Tom also touches upon his personal heritage and the interconnection between media influence, philosophical inquiry, and ancestral religion.
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00:00 Intro 00:48 Survive the Jive 01:30 Early Youtube 04:09 History of European Peoples 16:47 Horse Domestication Changing Culture 21:28 Bride Stealing 24:19 Value in Different Cultures 33:26 Technological Advancements and Cultural Shifts 37:19 Feuding Cultures and Honor Societies 39:48 Anatolian Farmers in Europe 40:53 Scandinavian Hunter-Gatherers 43:14 Hunter-Gatherers Meeting Farmers 47:34 Norman Influence & the Commons 49:41 Irish, British, Ancestry 56:15 Scots-Irish in America 58:26 Ulster Scots vs Scots-Irish 01:03:00 Home Counties to Devon 01:06:14 Cornish and Devonian Traditions 01:20:49 Bronze Age Trade 01:25:40 Philosophy and Paganism
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