The life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ was supposed to be a monumental moment in world history, ushering in a religion that would be the salvation of humankind. Yet the sex scandals exposed in the 2000s and chaotic misery spread by Christian instigated wars suggests a different story. Helping us make sense of the trajectory of this influential religion is professor Peter Heather of London.
The most memorable photos do more than show us a particular scene of a particular time. They ask us – some may even demand us – to feel something. Join us in looking back at the Vietnam (JFK, Johnson, NIxon) and Iraq Wars (G.W. Bush Jr.) through the eyes of photographers.
“Sovereignty” is a word that chief executives of countries often use nowadays. We speak with Professor Rosier about its real-life applications and effects for American Indians and their claims to citizenship in the USA.
We chat with Dr. Simukai Chigudu about his experiences as both a student following the end of colonialist apartheid in Zimbabwe and how the enduring legacy of British presence continues to impact parts of Africa today. Also, two dictators for the price of one. What a steal!
Professor Daniel Rood presents his case for plantations as ever-so-modern institutions.
Dr. Angela Garcia guides us through the hidden world of prison-like addiction and mental health centers throughout Mexico.
Dr. Darren Dochuk provides us with fascinating details on the inter-mingling of religion and petroleum policies of the U.S. both domestically and in the Persian Gulf.
We get the lowdown from Dr. Karen Crowther about the origins of key ideas that animate recent anti-abortion laws in the U.S.
We hear from Dr. Ranita Ray about harms to children originating from an unexpected everyday source.
Our interview with Dr. Nolan Higdon about the particular ways the Internet super-charged propaganda and false information.