The Pete Quiñones Show The Dr. Matthew Raphael Johnson Episodes (So Far) - Complete
May 25, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Matthew Raphael Johnson, a prominent expert in Russian and Ukrainian history, delves into the complexities of nationalism and the historical roots of conflicts in the region. He critiques mainstream narratives surrounding the ongoing Ukraine conflict and the Israel-Hamas situation, pointing out the influence of external factors on local dynamics. Johnson shares insights on the historical significance of the Cossacks and the impact of revolutionary movements on Jewish identity, offering a thought-provoking analysis of geopolitical tensions and their consequences.
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Cossacks and Jewish-financed Oppression
- The Cossacks were Orthodox Christian warriors opposing Polish and Turkish control in Ukraine.
- Jewish financiers, empowered by Polish nobility, tightly controlled trade and assets, sparking uprisings like the 1648 Kimonitsky rebellion.
Usury's Role in Historical Expulsions
- Usury-driven short-term profiteering by Jewish financiers led to prolonged economic failures and population impoverishment.
- Expulsions of Jews from various countries stemmed from uniform complaints about unfair business practices and debt exploitation.
Khazar Origins and New Khazaria Project
- Many European Jews descend from the Khazar Empire, a Turkic people who converted to Judaism.
- Attempts were made post-1943 to recolonize Khazaria in parts of Ukraine, derailed by war and Russian intervention.
