John Ross

In the early 1800s, the United States was growing rapidly, seeking land and resources for its expanding population. But the growth threatened Native American communities throughout the East. In the southern Appalachia region, the Cherokee Nation held millions of acres of prime farmland and forests, managed by a centuries-old tradition and a thriving government. But the state of Georgia, and a relentless President Andrew Jackson, set their sights on seizing the land. When the Georgia statehouse declared political war, Cherokee advocates fought back. Newspaper publisher Elias Boudinot and Cherokee Chief John Ross took their challenge all the way to the Supreme Court, forcing Chief Justice John Marshall to weigh in on two monumental cases, Cherokee Nation v. Georgia and Worcester v. Georgia. At stake was a decision that would test the limits of the high court’s power -- and determine the future and sovereignty of a threatened nation. Listen to new episodes 1 week early and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. here Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Ross, a former Director of Economic and Business Policy in London, sheds light on crucial global dynamics. He explores the evolving relationship between the U.S. and China, advocating for peaceful competition over a new Cold War. The discussion dives into China's economic resilience and development strategies, emphasizing lessons for developing nations. Ross also highlights the transformative impact of initiatives like the Belt and Road on global trade and infrastructure, stressing the importance of international cooperation in a multipolar world.

Guest John Ross shares his feelings about the recent Taiwan earthquake compared to the devastating 921 quake from 1999. The podcast discusses Taiwan's resilience, lessons learned from past disasters, and the unity of the community in the face of adversity. The chapters explore personal experiences during earthquakes, political maneuvers post-disaster, and societal shifts in beliefs and resilience.