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Root of Conflict

Root of Conflict

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 Why are some places affected by violence and disorder while others enjoy peace and stability? From the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts, “Root of Conflict” analyzes violent conflict around the world, and the people, societies, and policy issues it affects. We meet with leading experts to discuss what can be done to create more peaceful societies.

We're produced and hosted by Sabrina Beaver.


Copyright UC3P Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Peacebuilding in Northern Ireland | Emma DeSouza

    Peacebuilding in Northern Ireland | Emma DeSouza
    Feb 10 2026
    In this episode, we speak with activist and journalist Emma DeSouza on peacebuilding in Northern Ireland 28 years after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement. We explore what work remains to be done in implementing the agreement, and how to make the process an inclusive one that brings in the voices of the youth and women.

    Podcast Production Credits:
    Interviewing: Sabrina Beaver and Erik Tiersten-Nyman
    Editing: Sabrina Beaver
    Production: Sabrina Beaver

    Music from #Uppbeat :
    https://uppbeat.io/t/tim-schaufert/it-doesnt-have-to-end
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    51 mins
  • Event Recap: What's Next for Venezuela? | Chris Blattman, Ryan Kellogg, and Paul Poast

    Event Recap: What's Next for Venezuela? | Chris Blattman, Ryan Kellogg, and Paul Poast
    Jan 27 2026
    In this episode, we share a recent panel at the Harris School of Public Policy on the what comes next for Venezuela with University of Chicago professors Chris Blattman, Ryan Kellogg, and Paul Poast. This discussion touches on plans for the transition in Venezuela, the impact energy markets, and what this means for U.S. policy more broadly.

    Podcast Production Credits:
    Interviewing: Rebecca Wolfe
    Editing: Sabrina Beaver
    Production: Sabrina Beaver

    Music from #Uppbeat :
    https://uppbeat.io/t/tim-schaufert/it-doesnt-have-to-end
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    42 mins
  • Brief: Protests in Iran | Pegah Banihashemi

    Brief: Protests in Iran | Pegah Banihashemi
    Jan 20 2026
    In this brief, we speak with Pegah Banihashemi about recent protests in Iran. We discuss how this wave of protests differs from those of prior years and what conditions detainees likely face.

    Podcast Production Credits:
    Interviewing: Sabrina Beaver
    Editing: Sabrina Beaver
    Production: Sabrina Beaver


    Music from #Uppbeat:
    https://uppbeat.io/t/tim-schaufert/it-doesnt-have-to-end
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    14 mins
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