The Old World with Will Tanner

30:53

The State of South Africanization in America with Dan...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/18

In this episode, Will and Dan Lyman discuss the present state of South Africanization in America, and whether things are getting worse or better. They describe the border situation, how Trump is doing with deportations, law and order in American cities, and much else! Find Dan on X here: https://x.com/realdanlyman Find Border Hawk here: https://t.co/EZrGo8qZNb Check out Will's new YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@realTheOldWorldShow

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18:04

The Story of Charles Brooke, Part II: The Expansion...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/17

he story of Charles Brooke, the Second White Rajah of Sarawak, resumes in this episode. Picking up with the passing of his uncle, Sir James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak, in 1868, we tell the great colonial adventure tale of how Charles Brooke massively expanded the Raj of Sarawak across much of Borneo. This is the tale of how Charles fulfilled his uncle's dream of making Sarawak not just safe and stable for the natives or romantic for European adventurers, but also prosperous and

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25:35

How Charles Brooke Defeated Rentap the Pirate and...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/14

Dive into the legend of Sir Charles Brooke, the Second White Rajah of Sarawak, and the tales of his daring battles against Iban pirates and Kongsi Chinese rebels in Sarawak's deepest, darkest jungles, and the burned city of Kuching! This is the history of Sir Charles Brooke, the Second White Rajah of Sarawak, from the time of his arrival in Sarawak as a young officer in his uncle's Raj, and how he became the key figure on whom Sir James Brooke consistently relied. It's an exciting tale of how

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27:52

How Sir James Brooke Survived the 1857 Kongsi...

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2026/02/11

The White Rajah's saga concludes as we follow Sir James Brooke first into the heart of Sarawak's jungle as he fights Rentap, the last pirate king of Sarawak, in a massive jungle battle. We then turn to the city of Kuching tell the tale of how the Chinese Kongsi Rebellion of 1857 almost ended the White Raj of Sarawak for good when they sacked Kuching and destroyed the Rajah's Astana palace, with Sir James just barely escaping into the Sarawak River in his pyjamas, but was saved at the last moment by

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01:13:18

The Lewis and Clark Expedition with Warren Steury

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/11

In this episode, Will and Warren Steury discuss the history and importance of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. They discuss its historical background, the preparation phase, the course of the expedition, and remarkable incidents that occurred during it, as well as the character of Meriwether Lewis. They also discuss the death of Lewis, his failure to publish the journals, and the legacy of the expedition. Note: The Sergeant mentioned by Warren was Sgt. Charles Floyd, not Sgt. George Floyd. Find

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53:05

The Reality of South Africanization with Roman Cabanac

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/04

In this episode, Will and Roman Cabanac, a South African, discuss the reality of life in a South Africanizing world. They discuss the complex political situation in South Africa, what the crime and infrastructure situation is like, how to deal with such a world, and how to succeed despite the race communism. They also discuss what Westerners can learn from South Africa's experience. Find Roman on X here: https://x.com/RomanCabanac Check Will's new YouTube show out here: James Brooke And read

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25:27

The Legend of Sir James Brooke: The Adventurer's Throne

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/02/03

In this episode of The Old World, Will tells the history of Sir James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak, from the time of his birth in the glorious Raj of the East India Company to his privately funded and high-stakes battle against poison blow-dart-wielding headhunters in the steaming jungles of Borneo to become a Rajah, a feat never equalled by any other European. It's an exciting tale of stormed barricades, gunboat diplomacy with a private yacht, and bravery in the face of immense

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50:40

The Fall of Rhodesia and Britain with Zoomer Historian

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2026/01/28

In this episode, Will and Zoomer Historian do a deep dive into Rhodesian and British imperial history. They discuss how Rhodesia became the land of excellence it was, what sort of men the Rhodesians were, and whether Cecil Rhodes was a great man or great villain. They also comment on whether the British Empire should be viewed positively or negatively by the right, how a shift in post-war ideology shaped Rhodesia's downfall and the Empire's collapse, and what hope there is for modern Britain.

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53:42

What Rhodesia's Fall Teaches Us with Jonas Nilsson

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/01/21

In this episode, Will and Jonas discuss the history of Rhodesia, focusing on how it created a new people out of the unique conditions it found in Africa, and how a change in the Western ideology doomed it. The comment on Sweden's role in destroying colonial Africa, the ideology of decolonization, Orania, South Africa, and what we in the West can learn from Rhodesia's fall. Check out Jonas's article on Rhodesia here: https://jonasnilssonen.substack.com/p/what-rhodesia-teaches-us-about-our Get

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54:09

The Only Good Causes are Lost Causes with Richard...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2026/01/14

In this episode, Will and Richard discuss the plague of spite-driven decline through the lens of Richard's fabulous novel, Lost Causes. They discuss Rhodesia, the decay of Britain, the slovenliness of society, and how all of the societal disasters we see around us stem from the same source. They also comment on the Confederacy, Jamaica, and how the IRA became a leftist parody of itself. Get Richard's book here: Lost Causes Find Richard on X here: https://x.com/NicholsAuthor

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54:46

Statecraft and Becoming a Modern Minuteman with...

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2026/01/07

In this episode, Will and Mortiz discuss the failing institutions in America, the problems lurking across much of the West, and how he is helping combat it by teaching men to be Modern Minutemen. They discuss what that means, what civic actions it can translate into, the importance of language, and how teach and use statecraft to our advantage Find Moritz on Substack here: https://substack.com/@moritzbierling Check out his Modern Minuteman project here: https://modernminuteman.net/

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01:05:54

Why Rhodesia Lost the Bush War with Voodoo 6

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/12/31

In this episode, Will and Voodoo discuss the history of the Rhodesian Bush War and how strategic mistakes turned a successful tactical effort into a lost war. They discuss the three main stages of the war, how Rhodesian tactics developed throughout, and why the Rhodesians ultimately lost despite winning every battle. They also discuss what Rhodesia's weaknesses were, when the war could have been won, and how missed opportunities led to their ultimate defeat. Find Voodoo on X here:

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01:01:30

Christian Nobility with Evan Amato

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/12/24

In this Christmas special of the Old World, Will and Evan Amato discuss the nature of Christian nobility, with a focus on what the Bible and Christian theology say on the subject, what that looks like in practice, and what certain families have done to continue in that tradition into the modern day. Find Evan on X here: https://x.com/SirEvanAmato Check out his Substacks here: https://www.lettersfromtheoldworld.com/ https://www.join-invictus.com/ Get his course on style here:

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01:43:35

How Franco Won His Crusade against Bolshevism, Pt. 2...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/12/17

In this episode, Will and Karl Dahl discuss the course of the Spanish Civil War, with a focus on how Franco won and why that is relevant to us today. They discuss the tactics used by Franco's forces, how he managed relationships with Western powers by presenting himself as an anti-Bolshevik force, how he managed the Germans and Italians, and how he reinvigorated and rebuilt Spain after the war. They also describe how this is relevant to the modern right, and what helpful lessons can and should be

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01:08:20

How Franco Won the Crusade against Bolshevism, Pt. 1...

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2025/12/10

In this episode, Will and Karl Dahl discuss the run-up to the Spanish Civil War, with a focus on the political changes that led to a fight between the traditionalists and the communists and how each side organized. They discuss Spanish history, effective organization, the virtue of seriousness as applied to politics, and what the Spanish Nationalists did effectively that we can learn from. Find Karl on X here: https://x.com/CaudilloDahl Check out his Substack here: https://karldahl.substack.com/

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53:58

The History of the Virginia Gentry with Natalia

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/12/03

In this episode, Will and Natalia discuss the history of the Virginia gentry. They discuss its British origins and in what ways it was different from the British landed elite, its values, the society it created, and its contributions to the fledgling American nation. They also discuss what remnants of it exist, and why its spirit remains relevant. Find Natalia on X here: https://x.com/classicspilled Read Will's thoughts about the subject here:

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59:07

The Rotten Elite that Rules Canada with Black Horse

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/11/26

In this episode, Will and Black Horse discuss the Laurentian elite, a collection of a few hundred families that rules Canada. They discuss its background, its politics, why it is at war with the energy, why it has imported so many Third World migrants, and the basis of its wealth and power. They also discuss how Canada went from a stronghold of empire to its present, awful state. Overall, they show why the Laurentian elite is so rotten, and what it looks like when a rotten plutocracy strip mines a

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01:14:08

Building a Family that Lasts a Thousand Years with...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/11/18

In this episode, Will and Johann Kurtz discuss Johann's fabulous new book, Leaving a Legacy, with a focus on what can be done to build a dynasty and teach the right values to family members. They discuss charity, Christian theology surrounding inheritance and weatlh, what sort of assets are most conducive to a successful, long-term family, and what sorts of hobbies and activities tend toward inculcating the right spirit. They also discuss the virtue of seriousness, and Johann's nascent project,

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58:15

How to Build a Dynasty with Ben Black

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/11/12

In this episode, Will and Ben Black discuss what separates a family from a dynasty, and what sort of actions you can take to build a dynasty. They discuss everything from financial decisions to the importance of family, the importance of rootedness and how to raise kids with an eye toward infinity, with a focus on building families that last for centuries. They also discuss why having an "estate" in a particular community matters, the different types of capital, and how Ben has organized his life

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01:03:06

Generational Politics and What the Youthful Right...

The Old World with Will Tanner ·

2025/10/29

In this episode, Will and J Burden discuss how young Americans are approaching politics, with a focus on the male-female divide, fracture points within the different coalitions, and how we might be getting more honest politics regarding a few key issues. They discuss how things got here, how big of an issue DEI is, and why certain hot button issues are such a big deal. They also discuss whether certain influencers are malicious or just dumb. Find J on X here: https://x.com/_jburden Find him on

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