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Ep. 50 – The Art of Libation in Classical Athens Mar 22, 2018

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Explore the prevalence and the significance of images of liquids being poured from vessels in the fascinating and beautiful artworks of 5th century Athens. Yale associate professor Milette Gaifman, with a joint appointment in the Departments of Classics and History of Art, is perfectly situated to discuss what it is theContinue reading...

Ep. 49 – Picasso and Drawing Mar 08, 2018

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Drawing serves as a vital thread connecting artist Pablo Picasso’s entire body of work. Christopher Lloyd – former Surveyor of The Queen’s Pictures in the British Royal Collection – talks to George Miller about Picasso’s drawings, tracing the artist’s lifelong achievement as a draughtsman. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Soundcloud

Ep. 48 – The History of Modern Iran Mar 01, 2018

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What events have shaped Iran as we know it today? What lies at the foundation of Iran’s culture and society? Where does it see itself on the global stage? Abbas Amanat discusses modern Iran’s past and present. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Soundcloud

Ep. 47 – A Cultural History of Extraordinary Bodies Feb 15, 2018

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How have we used size to judge people over time? What is the history of size in popular culture? Lynne Vallone discusses how bodies both big and small influence our perception. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Soundcloud

Ep. 46 – A Foreign Policy for the Left Feb 08, 2018

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What does a leftist foreign policy look like? Is it on the right track now or is it time for a change? We have Michael Walzer on to discuss. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Soundcloud

Saving Lake Superior Nov 10, 2017

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The story of Lake Superior's conservation recovery and what it can teach us in the face of climate change.

The Art of the Iran Deal Oct 19, 2017

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Trita Parsi explains the Iran Deal: its strengths, weaknesses, and the ramifications of ending it.

Ep. 39 – The History of Fishing Oct 12, 2017

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A look at the history of fishing from ancient civilizations to modern times and the problems caused by overfishing.

Inside the Human Organ Trade Oct 05, 2017

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Big ticket items like kidneys, livers, and hearts aren't the only things that can be extracted from you after death. A look inside the cadaver trade and its shadowy history.

The Origin of Early Civilization Sep 28, 2017

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Early civilizations came about with the domestication of fire, plants, animals, and humans. James C. Scott gives us the history of these early states and the problems they faced.

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