How did the underrated and often misunderstood 'Glorious Revolution' of 1688 establish the constitutional monarchy we have today? What was the impact of the Act of Settlement 1701 and the Act of Union 1707? How did parliament evolve in the 18th century to become the more recognisable form of politics we know today with a Cabinet and Prime Minister?
How did England end up in conflict with itself about the role of the king and parliament in 1642? Why was Charles I beheaded and what happened after this decision was taken? How did these tumultuous events affect Hobbes and Locke who lived through this century of turmoil and how did it influence their political philosophy?
This episode explains the causes and consequences of the French Revolution in 1789 and its impact on the political philosophy of the 18th century.
In this episode of History Time, Adin Miller joins me for a discussion on his own experiences in post-colonial Britain and how we can teach British Empire studies more effectively in schools to give a more nuanced account of this controversial historical period.
Listen to a summary of conservative political philosophy, encompassing all the key terms, key thinkers and key themes from the Edexcel specification.
Find out about the life and works of American political philosopher Robert Nozick and how his views link to New Right conservatism.
Find out about the life and works of 20th century Russian-American novelist Ayn Rand and how her stories link to New Right conservative political philosophy.
Find out about the life and work of 20th century academic Michael Oakeshott and his political philosophy linked to conservatism.
Find out about the life and work of 18th century British MP Edmund Burke and his links to conservative political philosophy.
Find out about the life and works of the 17th century political philosopher Thomas Hobbes and how his ideas link to conservatism.
What does the strand of New Right Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand?
What does the strand of One Nation Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand?
What does the strand of Traditional Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand?
What is libertarianism and what does it relate to? How does the principle of libertarianism conflict with other conservative principles? Which strands of conservatism value libertarianism.
Irish comedian Mary Flanigan joins a discussion on Irish history, language and identity and retells the classic Irish myths of the Salmon of Knowledge and Osin and Niamh like a true Seanchai! (Irish bard)
Further reading:
https://www.historyextra.com/period/20th-century/the-history-of-ireland-11-milestone-moments/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-26883211
https://www.irishcentral.com/news/community/seanchai-keeper-of-irelands-folklore-heritage
What does a 'paternalistic attitude' in politics mean? Why did Benjamin Disraeli advocate a new One Nation paternalistic stance? What does paternalism still seek to maintain?
How can a society be considered 'organic'? Does this principle promote a 'natural aristocracy'? Does it suggest a hierarchy of importance or promote a cohesive whole working together?
Why do conservatives think humans are flawed? In what ways can humans be considered flawed? What are the implications of a Hobbesian outlook on the world?
What does tradition mean? How and why do conservatives seek to preserve traditions?
What is pragmatism? Which philosophers advocated its use? How is this principle used in politics? What do critics of pragmatism accuse its proponents of?