
Life Before Liberalism
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 96 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

The Knights of the Golden Horseshoe: 12 Virginia Gentlemen who embarked upon the Transmontane Expedition with Governor Alexander Spotswood as he sought to open new lands to settlement, defeat the attempt of the French to box Virginia in, and bend the... more
The Great Massacre of 1622 almost destroyed Virginia. Understanding that the ever-larger numbers of settlers and their accumulation of land would destroy his people and their way of life, Great Chief Opechancanough, the brother of Powhatan and uncle ... more
In this episode, Will and Paul Fahrenheidt discuss Virginia's unique military culture. They begin with its origins in the British militia system and Indian fighting, then discuss how the mercantile backgrounds of the first families impacted it, and t... more
This is the tale of Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion against Governor Sir William Berkeley, the long-ruling governor of Virginia who went from beloved Cavalier to despised despot. It is the story of how the engrossment of Virginia's lands by the Virginia ... more
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Will, not sure how to get ahold of you. Could you do an episode on Christianity in Rhodesia? I’m curious how that was with the idea of “tribes”. And our United States Identity with other cultures vs from a Christian mindset.
Love the show. Thanks!
After following Will on Twitter for a while I’m so glad I found his podcast. I have really been enjoying his Rhodesia podcasts especially the one with Rory Duncan. Will always has very knowledgeable guests and discusses topics of history from a perspective you will not get anywhere else.
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A history-focused show that often explores long-form narratives about power, governance, and culture across eras. Episodes frequently examine colonial legacies, elite social orders, technological milestones, and pivotal moments in exploration and nation-building, with a tendency to connect past institutions to present-day structures. Notable angles include the persistence of aristocratic or elite influence, the interplay between church, state, and wealth, and the human stories behind major historical shifts. The approach tends to pair deep archival detail with thoughtful interpretation, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy rigorous history told through original sources, and for guests who can offer expertise on governance, technolog... more
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