A political scientist examines rising global extremism and warns of potential civil conflict in the United States.
Discover how Ottoman Sultan Selim I transformed a regional empire into a global superpower in just 8 years, influencing everything from Columbus's voyages to the Protestant Reformation and your morning coffee.
Tactical disruption manual: organizing power for unstoppable social change
A provocative exploration of modern myths, exposing hidden ideologies in everyday objects and cultural phenomena of 1950s France.
A comprehensive exploration of Richard Nixon's presidency and the Watergate scandal that brought him down. From the break-in to the cover-up to his historic resignation, discover how paranoia and abuse of power destroyed a presidency and changed American democracy forever.
A journey through Asia's interconnected history, from ancient river civilizations to modern economic powers, exploring how trade routes, cultural exchanges, and imperial ambitions shaped the world's largest continent.
A revealing biography of Gerald Ford, exploring his underrated leadership and lasting impact on post-Cold War America.
Forbidden history: Russia's untold Jewish relationship across two centuries
A provocative exploration of American evangelicalism's descent into extremism, blending personal experience with incisive reporting on faith and politics.
Radical ideas for a better society: UBI, short workweeks, and open borders.
Explores the delicate balance between state power and societal engagement needed for liberty and prosperity to flourish.
A timely examination of the erosion of expert knowledge and its consequences for democracy in the information age.
Exposes the historical and contemporary treatment of non-Muslims under Islamic law and ideology.
This episode explores the historic debate between Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois, examining their competing visions for Black advancement—economic self-improvement versus immediate civil rights—and how their philosophies continue to shape racial justice discussions today.
A philosophical exploration of love, identity, and existential weight amidst political turmoil.
Influential essays advocating for the U.S. Constitution, written by Founding Fathers to persuade states to ratify the document.
Empire burns as forbidden love fuels revolution in magical India
Gripping investigation of black-on-black homicides in LA, exposing systemic failures and dedicated detectives fighting for justice.