Dr Jiwa discusses the Fatimids on The Orientalism History Podcast

This episode of The Orientalism History Podcast dives into the history of the Fatimid caliphate, a Mediterranean empire that left a lasting legacy in the Muslim world and beyond. Dr Shainool Jiwa shares her insights into the origins and expansion of the Fatimids, their unique approach to governance, and how they established many of the most significant Muslim institutions in Egypt and operated a pluralistic culture. The podcast also explores the inclusivity of the Fatimid administration, where Jewish and Christian officials served as prime  in a Muslim caliphate.