Bridging the Bones

Science EN ↓ 12 episodes

We speak to researchers, journalists, philosophers, and others about the causes and potential solutions for patterns of conflict and violence.

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Bridging the Bones

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Empires of God 29.10.2026 55:43

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 Searing Light Beyond the Frame 08.10.2026 52:38

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.

From Pared Down Treaties to Marginal Membership? 21.07.2026 55:40

"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.

Did Your Country get (Union) Jacked, Too? 05.06.2026 55:31

We chat with Dr. Simukai Chigudu. Much hilarity ensues. What did you expect from colonialist apartheid? Also, two dictators for the price of one. What a steal!

Cause Desperation Never Looked so Appealing 21.05.2026 53:31

Professor Daniel Rood presents his case for plantations as ever-so-modern institutions.

Anon-ish Adventures through the Looking Glass to Narcolandia 24.04.2026 58:37

Dr. Angela Garcia guides us through the hidden world of prison-like addiction and mental health centers throughout Mexico.

Blessed are the…Sleek? 06.03.2026 56:05

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.

What Dudes at the Toga Party are Discussing, FR 16.02.2026 55:18

We get the lowdown from Dr. Karen Crowther about the origins of key ideas that animate recent anti-abortion laws in the U.S.

A Drinking Fountain, for Instance 06.02.2026 36:18

We hear from Dr. Ranita Ray about harms to children originating from an unexpected everyday source.

When the Diss became the Business Model 06.11.2025 41:06

Our interview with Dr. Nolan Higdon about the particular ways the Internet super-charged propaganda and false information.

No True Irishman, Part 2 06.11.2025 48:16

No True Irishman . Part 2 of 2 The second part of our interview with Jesse Clarke about growing up Irish Catholic during the tumultuous 1960s. For episodes of their podcast memoir, visit https://radioreimagine.com/show/life-in-stories.

No True Irishman, Part 1 02.10.2025 36:08

No True irishman . Part 1 of 2 . An interview with Jesse Clarke about their life, with a focus on growing up Irish Catholic during the tumultuous 1960s. Visit https://radioreimagine.com/show/life-in-stories for episodes of their memoir.