Conservative Historian

Explore the intriguing world of government-run grocery stores, starting with the competitive U.S. market and proposals for city-operated options. Delve into the realities of food insecurity and how municipal experiments have fared, often with disappointing results. Learn from history as the podcast highlights lessons from Soviet and Venezuelan state-run stores, revealing the economic and political challenges they face. Get ready for a critical look at whether government groceries are truly a viable solution.

In this engaging discussion, Josh Lewis, the founder of the Saving Elephants podcast, aims to introduce classical conservatism to younger generations. He dives into the evolving landscape of conservatism, exploring Trump-era shifts and Pat Buchanan's influence on nationalism. The conversation also features an intriguing look at prominent conservative philosophies and emphasizes the importance of civility in political debate. Lewis shares the remarkable story of Chester A. Arthur's transformation post-assassination, highlighting how citizen engagement spurred essential reforms.

Send us a textWe continue our series on the origins of the Civil War taking a look at the society of the South and the States Rights vs. Slavery Arguments

Send us a textWe explore the recent upsurge of support for the old Confederacy and provide arguments about the origins of the Civil War

Send us a textWe explore books about the Roman Republic, Colonial America, England, the Ancient Greeks and more.  

Dive into a captivating exploration of films about alcoholism, from the oppressive narratives of early classics like The Lost Weekend to the humorous redemption found in Arthur. Discover how 1970s cinema shifted towards gritty realism and challenged alcohol's portrayal. Analyze modern storytelling, where distractions shape narratives, alongside personal recovery insights from guests. Unpack the deep emotional impacts of works like Leaving Las Vegas and When a Man Loves a Woman while reflecting on how these films resonate with real-life battles.

Send us a textWe look at ancient Egypt, Rome and China, Medieval Europe and Modern America to find the best leader upgrades.  

Join Professor Eric Heinze, a law and humanities scholar and author of Coming Clean, as he critiques the leftist approach to history. He highlights the need for rigorous self-scrutiny and discusses how leftist narratives often overlook their own historical failures, particularly regarding regimes like those in the Soviet Union and Cuba. Heinze engages in a thought-provoking debate about memory politics, timeline perspectives in global conflicts, and the implications of historical narratives on justice.

Send us a textWe go from Akbar to Washington to Edward I, and their ignoble successors.  

Delve into the intriguing tale of the Luddites, skilled artisans who resisted technological change in 19th century Britain. Discover how innovations like the spinning jenny disrupted their lives, sparking a fervent movement. Learn about their struggles against violent repression and the societal shifts that followed. As we draw parallels to today's fears surrounding automation and AI, reflect on the legacy of the Luddites and the importance of storytelling in understanding our past.